R&D in the NC
Booking Overview
Metrics
Episodes: 30
Frequency: Weekly
Rating: 4.9/5.0
Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000
Listener location: USA
Contact Information
Publicly listed emails
rdinthenc@gmail.com
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Host
Tariq Bokhari - Civic leader and entrepreneur focused on the business, policy, and community issues shaping North Carolina.
Larken Egleston - Civic leader and entrepreneur focused on local government, economic development, and North Carolina’s future.
Booking Intelligence
Booking Requirements
Recent Guest Discussions
James Smuggie Mitchell - Charlotte’s Future, I-77 Toll Lanes, Data Center Growth, Public Safety, Airport Development, Economic Growth, And City Government
Charlitta Hatch - The CMS Superintendent Investigation, Transparency, Board Governance, School Transportation, Public Education, And Artificial Intelligence In Classrooms
Joi Mayo - Charlotte’s Proposed Youth Curfew, Public Safety, Compromise In Policymaking, And Priorities For The City
Mark Jerrell - I-77 Toll Lanes, The County Budget, Regional Growth, Infrastructure, And Mecklenburg County’s Future
Recent Topics
Episodes
Ep. 30 | Mayor Rob Harrington: The Historic Veto, $425M in Bonds & Charlotte's Future
October 14, 2026
104 days into the job, Charlotte Mayor Rob Harrington is already making history.Just one day after exercising one of the rarest powers in Charlotte politics, a mayoral veto, Harrington joins Tariq Bokhari and Larken Egleston for a timely conversation about leadership, City Council dynamics, and the future of the Queen City.The mayor breaks down his decision to veto Council's move to delay the airport lease vote, what it means for his relationship with fellow council members, and how he...
Episode 29: OTTER MANIA! Charlotte's Museum Showdown, CMS Chaos & NC Senate Shakeup
October 09, 2026
Charlotte politics has officially gone wild. 🦦A brand-new nature museum is ready to open, but a multimillion-dollar standoff with Mecklenburg County has the doors locked and the otters caught in the middle. Welcome to OTTER MANIA!This week on R&D in the NC, former Charlotte City Councilmen Tariq Bokhari (R) and Larken Egleston (D) are back for a guest-free episode breaking down the biggest stories shaking Charlotte and North Carolina — with plenty of laughs, a few disagreements, and the p...
CMS FIRES SUPERINTENDENT CRYSTAL HILL: Anna London Takes Us Inside the 5–4 Vote | R&D Ep. 28
September 24, 2026
Less than 24 hours after the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education voted 5–4 to fire Superintendent Dr. Crystal Hill, Board Member Anna London — one of the four votes against her termination — joins R&D in the NC to take us inside one of the most consequential nights in recent CMS history.We unpack what happened behind closed doors, why Hill was fired just weeks after being reinstated, the $379,000 investigation that found no evidence of improper conduct by the superintendent, and the ...
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get in touch with R&D in the NC?
R&D in the NC is hosted by Tariq Bokhari and Larken Egleston. Its publicly listed email is rdinthenc@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.
What is the email for R&D in the NC?
The publicly listed email for R&D in the NC: rdinthenc@gmail.com.
How many listeners does R&D in the NC have?
Podseeker estimates R&D in the NC reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.
Who is an ideal guest for R&D in the NC?
R&D in the NC typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: North Carolina elected officials, public-sector leaders, founders, CEOs, and civic changemakers with direct knowledge of regional policy, economic development, infrastructure, education, technology, or community challenges. Common among recent guests: Leadership of a public agency, company, civic initiative, or regional institution; Direct involvement in consequential North Carolina policy or economic-development decisions; Established expertise in infrastructure, education, workforce, technology, housing, or local government. Recent guests include James Smuggie Mitchell, Charlitta Hatch, and Joi Mayo.
How hard is it to get booked on R&D in the NC?
Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.
What topics does R&D in the NC cover?
Recent episodes cover Politics, Public Policy, Economic Development, Infrastructure, and Education Policy. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.
Publicly listed emails
rdinthenc@gmail.com
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