CharlotteFive's Sallie Funderburk and Corey Inscoe discuss why networking events are awkward, Normie the Lake Norman Monster, and Queen's Feast.

Then, we are joined by Diane Restiano of Joedance Film Festival. The Joedance Film Festival is celebrating it's 8th iteration on August 4th and 5th in Fourth Ward. The festival raises money for the Levine Children's Hospital and awareness for rare pediatric cancers. It is held in honor of Joe Restaino. You can purchase ticket at joedance.org

CharlotteFive's Corey Inscoe and Sallie Funderburk discuss the Brunch Bill, new restaurant openings, and what to do this weekend. 

Then, we are joined by Johnny Wakefield of SoccerNSweetTea.com--a website devoted to Soccer in the Carolinas. Johnny gives us an overview about Charlotte's bid to host an MLS team in the city, where the process stands now, and what will happen next. 

CharlotteFive's Sallie Funderburk, Corey Inscoe and Producer Richard Brooke power rank their favorite Charlotte Restaurant Week deals for Summer 2017. To see the full list, visit charlotterestaurantweek.com.

Then, Corey and Sallie discuss the 10 things you must do for the month of July in Charlotte.

Sarah Crosland bids farewell to the CharlotteFive Podcast.

CharlotteFive's Sarah Crosland and Corey Inscoe discuss the beginning of Charlotte's Summer

Then, we are joined by John Short and Miller Yoho of The Charlotte Podcast. They are hosts of The Charlotte Podcast which examines Charlotte as a city and isn't afraid to have fun with their guests. You can follow them on Twitter @TheTrolleyWalk and @MillerYoho.

Brenda Tindal, the staff historian at the Levine Museum of the New South, joined the show to talk about how she came into this role, Charlotte's history, the museum and its K(NO)W Justice K(NO)W Peace exhibit. This special episode of the CharlotteFive Podcast was recorded at C5's most recent 35 Below young professionals breakfast at Levine Museum of the New South.

CharlotteFive's Sarah Crosland and Corey Inscoe take the podcast on a mobile adventure to Cam Newton's charity kickball event--Kicking it with Cam.

We interview Cam Newton and discuss his favorite spots in Charlotte as well as where he goes for date night. We also catch up with Sports Illustrated's Jonathan Jones to see what the Panthers are going to do this upcoming season.

CharlotteFive's Sarah Crosland and Corey Inscoe and Richard Brooke discuss the best day trips in Charlotte.

Then, we are joined by Ames Alexander and Gavin Off. They are investigative journalists for the Charlotte Observer. Along with Elizabeth Leland, they released a report on corruption in North Carolina's Prison system.

You can read the full report here
http://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/special-reports/article152336587.html