# Charlotte city council names next mayor, plus how food can bring us together

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Podcast: [Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins](https://stenobird.com/podcast/charlotte-talks-with-mike-collins-6469304)
Published: 2026-06-23T14:48:16+00:00
Episode link: https://www.wfae.org/podcast/charlotte-talks-with-mike-collins/2026-06-23/charlotte-city-council-names-next-mayor-plus-how-food-can-bring-us-together
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Duration seconds: 2998

## Resource

Food has always been a means to connect with others, but recent studies show Americans are spending more time dining alone. Social connection is critically important for our health and happiness, and sharing meals is associated with greater wellbeing. We discuss why that is and what we stand to lose when we stop gathering for meals. Plus, attorney Rob Harrington will be Charlotte's next mayor.

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