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Every one of us relies on technology in our lives, whether it's our phones that keep us connected through texts and social media, or online shopping, or banking. But how would you get along without any of it? Or worse, could your business keep running in the case of a cyber attack? Mick Marlier of SeedSpark explains what it takes to get the most out of technology in your business -- and how to protect it -- on this episode of the BrandBuilders Podcast.

If you follow political or education reporting in the Charlotte area, you've probably read Andrew Dunn's stories in The Charlotte Observer or Charlotte Agenda. Now he's offering a weekly newsletter that digs deeper into how and why laws are made -- with context that makes the stories easy to understand. He's our guest on the Brandbuilders Podcast to talk about how you can follow news and politics in a way that matters to you, in the land of Longleaf Politics.

If you follow political or education reporting in the Charlotte area, you've probably read Andrew Dunn's stories in The Charlotte Observer or Charlotte Agenda. Now he's offering a weekly newsletter that digs deeper into how and why laws are made -- with context that makes the stories easy to understand. He's our guest on the Brandbuilders Podcast to talk about how you can follow news and politics in a way that matters to you, in the land of Longleaf Politics.

Charlotte's airport is growing! If you've been there in the last year or two, you've seen the construction -- a new parking deck and entrance roads are just the beginning. Soon a new, open, sunnier terminal will greet travelers, followed by a bigger ticketing lobby, passenger areas, food court, branding -- and yes, more competitive ticket prices! Stuart Hair from Charlotte-Douglas International Airport explains the changes on the Brandbuilders Podcast, along with how important the airport is to making businesses call the Charlotte region home.

Charlotte's airport is growing! If you've been there in the last year or two, you've seen the construction -- a new parking deck and entrance roads are just the beginning. Soon a new, open, sunnier terminal will greet travelers, followed by a bigger ticketing lobby, passenger areas, food court, branding -- and yes, more competitive ticket prices! Stuart Hair from Charlotte-Douglas International Airport explains the changes on the Brandbuilders Podcast, along with how important the airport is to making businesses call the Charlotte region home.

If you've ever felt the subtle conflict in your head between going out with friends.. Or going to work out like you know you should... We have a nice compromise for you. Okay, it's not a super hard workout but at least it's something, right? We're talking about "Trolley Pub" -- the pedal-powered "bar on wheels" you see rolling through uptown or NoDa when you go out. That's right ... A Bar. On. Wheels. - That you pedal. - With friends. - And drinks. Dustin Ramsbottom is joining us to tell us all about this genius idea.

If you've ever felt the subtle conflict in your head between going out with friends.. Or going to work out like you know you should... We have a nice compromise for you. Okay, it's not a super hard workout but at least it's something, right? We're talking about "Trolley Pub" -- the pedal-powered "bar on wheels" you see rolling through uptown or NoDa when you go out. That's right ... A Bar. On. Wheels. - That you pedal. - With friends. - And drinks. Dustin Ramsbottom is joining us to tell us all about this genius idea.

They are the #1 requested recreation option from residents of Mecklenburg County -- the top choice of 76% of people surveyed -- and YEARS behind schedule for being built. What do you think they are -- Parks? Playgrounds? Shopping? No... Greenways and bike trails. Rick Winiker of Greenways for Mecklenburg joins us to talk trail construction and encouraging the county to fund the process faster.

They are the #1 requested recreation option from residents of Mecklenburg County -- the top choice of 76% of people surveyed -- and YEARS behind schedule for being built. What do you think they are -- Parks? Playgrounds? Shopping? No... Greenways and bike trails. Rick Winiker of Greenways for Mecklenburg joins us to talk trail construction and encouraging the county to fund the process faster.

It's a day many girls dream about all their young lives. And even if they don't, it IS usually a day that takes a lot of work and planning to put together. One magazine that is there to help with stories, tips, and inspiration is Carolina Bride. We're talking to Erin Maddrey here on the Brandbuilders Podcast.