Doorbell footage captured a woman in Montana fighting off moose in her backyard. Shelly Thorburn told CNN that the attack was scary, but her main focus was protecting her dogs.
On this episode of Bragg About It, hosts Megan and Carlen Bragg sit down with WCNC Charlotte reporter Nick Sturdivant to discuss his journey of conquering a lifelong fear of water and learning how to swim as an adult.
Nick opens up about childhood near-drowning experiences, the stark swimming stats among minorities, how overcoming perfectionism and fear helped him in therapy, and why learning to swim is a life-saving skill at any age.
TIMESTAMPS:
[00:05] - Welcome to Bragg About It & Guest Introduction: Nick Sturdivant
[01:14] - Nick’s Goal: Learning how to swim as an adult
[02:31] - Facing Childhood Trauma: Two near-drowning experiences
[06:58] - Why reporting on news drownings motivated Nick to act
[07:25] - Family & Future Kids: Protecting loved ones in the water
[08:30] - Overcoming the fear of failure and adult perfectionism
[09:29] ...
Hurricane Helene triggered thousands of landslides in western North Carolina. A WCNC Charlotte investigation revealed the tragedy could have been prevented.
What happens when the world’s #1 bestselling author pairs up with the world’s biggest YouTube creator? The biggest publishing event of the year!
In this exclusive interview, James Patterson and Jimmy Donaldson (MrBeast) join WCNC Charlotte to discuss their groundbreaking new thriller, The Most Dangerous Games. Discover how a casual studio hangout turned into an "unputdownable" literary collaboration blending heart-pounding spectacle with masterclass storytelling. Plus, Jimmy reveals details on how reading the book could win you $1,000,000 in cash prizes starting September 1st!
Managing 6 different apps just to get through the day? 😵💫 Tanisha Nicole created Her Meridian to bring calendars, meal planning, affirmations, and self-care tracking into ONE space for busy moms and women! 💖📱 #KidsChaosAndCoffee #HerMeridian #WorkingMoms #ProductivityHacks #SelfCareApp #WomenInTech #WCNCCharlotte
From meal planning and grocery lists to picking out clothing colors, hosts Lisa Washington, Spencer Collins, and Nikki Bajema discuss how easy it is to become over-reliant on ChatGPT. Where is the line between helpful technology and total brain rot?
Magic School CEO Adil Khan breaks down why "AI Literacy" is essential for students before they dive into generative AI tools. From understanding how AI works to avoiding over-reliance and hallucinations, here is how teachers and parents can keep learning safe and intentional.
Welcome back to Kids, Chaos & Coffee! In this episode, hosts Lisa Washington, Spencer Collins, and Nikki Bajema dive deep into the world of Artificial Intelligence. From personal daily productivity habits to keeping digital media literacy sharp for our kids, the hosts reflect on their own love-hate relationships with modern technology.
Later in the show, the hosts speak with Adil Khan, CEO of Magic School, about integrating generative AI safely into the K-12 classroom. Khan shares insights into how educators can use AI tools to reduce prep time while teaching kids crucial AI literacy and protecting early brain development.
Finally, tech entrepreneur and marketing executive Tanisha Chea stops by to introduce Her Meridian, an AI-powered lifestyle and chief-of-staff app designed to lighten the invisible mental load for busy women and working moms.
Episode Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction: Hosts Lisa Washington, Spencer Collins, and Nikki ...
This month, Charlotte leaders are asking you to weigh in on the future of data centers. Here’s when and where you can ask questions and share your concerns.
WCNC Charlotte’s Nate Morabito is live in cities across the country this morning talking about our documentary, “Lost Ground: America’s Landslide Crisis.”
The conversation Tuesday night was not about whether Monroe needs a homeless shelter, but about what some residents say they are seeing in the area around it.
Almost half of the United States is at risk for potential landslides. Scientists have documented them in every state, yet awareness and preparation are lacking.
CMPD responded to a call for a violation of a domestic violence protection in University City Monday afternoon. The man accused allegedly pulled a gun on officers.
CMPD received a call for a violation of Domestic Violence Protection Order. Police arrived to find the suspect at the residence armed and exchange of gunfire ensued.
Nate Morabito details the lessons Hurricane Helene taught us in “Lost Ground: America’s Landslide Crisis” tonight at 8 on the free WCNC TV streaming app.
