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The October 19th episode of Random History with Sidekick Harrison.

The October 18th episode of Random History with Sidekick Harrison.

Future and current investors may be wondering what an "initial public offering" (IPO) is and how you can invest in them. Brian Walsh is with SoFi, a finance company that aims to help people investing and are focusing on helping the younger generation getting into IPOs and to educate investors with any experience what you have to worry about and how to get into them.

Mental health has been a big topic for the last few years, especially for our students in high school and college. And even here in the Triangle, we've been dealing with some situations and events regarding suicides at area schools. Jade Neptune is a UNC grad who wrote a powerful piece for "The Assembly" about college suicides, and her personal battle with mental health situations. She shared her...

The October 17th episode of Random History with Sidekick Harrison.

Rob's parents joined the rest of the crew in studio to celebrate Momma Connett's birthday by eating her famous "Too Much Chocolate" Chocolate Cake and talk about what they should check out at the North Carolina State Fair.

Rob's parents made another visit from Indiana to the WPTF studios this morning, to celebrate Momma Connett's birthday!

The "COLA" numbers are out for 2024. That's not Pepsi or Coke. It stands for "Cost of Living Adjustment," and it has a big impact on social security. CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger explained it when she joined the WPTF Morning Show with Rob Connett.

We might see some changes in how we board airplanes. Aviation analyst Jay Ratliff joins the WPTF morning show to tell us about that and more of your aviation news.

The October 16th episode of Random History with Sidekick Harrison.

The 12th-ranked North Carolina Tar Heel football team is preparing for a big Top 25 matchup with Miami, which will be Saturday night in Chapel Hill. UNC radio broadcaster Jones Angell joined Rob Connett Friday morning to preview the game between the Heels and Canes.

Friday marks one year since the mass shooting in the Hedingham neighborhood of Raleigh. Five people lost their lives that day, and the teenage shooter is expected to be tried as an adult. Our very own Gayle Hurd lives near Hedingham, and shared her thoughts and memories with Rob Connett.

Thayer Coggin marketing executive Phil Miller talks about the 10th anniversary of American manufacture and the October 2023 opening of the High Point Furniture Market.

Tiffany Leon, M.S., R.D., is with FARE, Food Allergy Research Education, ad she discusses creative ways to handle food allergies during Halloween to include the use of teal pumpkins to indicate the availability of allergy-friendly treats.

Amanda Hoyle, Land Acquisition Director for Tri Pointe homes Raleigh, talks about the challenges of home ownership in North Carolina and promotes the final weekend of the Parade of Homes.

Tenille Fox with Orange County Animal Service in North Carolina talks about canine influenza, or dog flu, and the steps that can be taken to prevent this potentially fatal illness.

the October 10th episode of Random History with Sidekick Harrison

The October 11th edition of Random History with Sidekick Harrison.

All throughout 2023, communities across North Carolina have been celebrating the "Year of the Trails." Whether you're walking, hiking, biking, or driving, there are a wide variety of trails to experience in our great state. Iona Thomas of the McAdams Group joined the WPTF Morning Show to talk about new state legislature that would help create even more trails in several areas of North Carolina.

The October 10th edition of Random History with Sidekick Harrison.

Arianna Lavallee of Frank DelPalazzo and Associates in North Carolina talks about her "Smart Money" approach to the economy and the importance of retirement planning. Interviewer: Kristine Bellino

Psychotherapist Whitney Werner of Evolve Psychotherapy and Wellness in Raleigh, NC helps define gaslighting and narcissism, giving insight on what to do if someone finds himself or herself in a relationship with a narcissist. Interviewer: Kristine Bellino

How does the war in Israel impact the aviation world, and airline companies in the United States? Aviation analyst Jay Ratliff discussed that when he joined the WPTF Morning Show.

Psychotherapist Whitney Werner of Evolve Psychotherapy and Wellness in Raleigh, NC helps define gaslighting and narcissism, giving insight on what to do if someone finds themselves in a relationship with a narcissist.

Psychotherapist Whitney Werner of Evolve Psychotherapy and Wellness in Raleigh, NC helps define gaslighting and narcissism, giving insight on what to do if someone finds themselves in a relationship with a narcissist.