Paul Foster
Morning Edition Host, Senior News Producer and Public ServicePaul is a broadcasting and public relations veteran, having worked mostly in radio as well as television, news, marketing and higher education. His radio experience includes writing and reporting news, announcing both music and talk shows, management and sports play-by-play. He fully believe all types of music have the freedom and opportunity to be played and heard. Paul is a native of the region.
paul@wncw.org
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Imari Scarbrough with Carolina Public Press shared her story on applying for FEMA Aid in Western North Carolina. In the aftermath of Helene, good tips for homeowners, renters, and small businesses were discussed. Also included is Liz Whalen Tallent of The Orange Peel, Asheville on what she has witnessed in this time of storm recovery. This conversation aired in October 2024. -
The United States Department of Energy Deputy Secretary, David Turk spoke directly with WNCW to address the federal government's ongoing efforts to help Western North Carolina recover from Hurricane Helene. Turk shared the mission at hand, from electricity restoration to FEMA disaster recovery centers to infrastructure. This conversation aired in October 2024. -
Thanks to NPR and UNC Public Radio, WNCW provided parts of a report about the crucial African American male vote for the upcoming election. This segment includes the opinions of hard-working black male voters across the state. This conversation aired in late Sept. 2024 -
Rolling Stone contributing writer and Smoky Mountain News, Arts and Entertainment Reporter, Garret Woodward was honored to talk about how upcoming concerts will raise funds for Helene relief. Check out the events, the artists, locations, and dates for good music in the name of humanity. This conversation aired in October 2024. -
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It's time for another Earl Scruggs Music Festival at The Tryon International Equestrian Center. Festival Producer, Claire Armbruster takes us behind the scenes when it comes to signing the talent and help plan this growing event. Learn about the event in Earl's name that presents the best in Bluegrass, Americana, and Roots Music. This was an August 2024 interview. -
Drought conditions were terrible across the state in June. However, July was quite different with most of the state receiving a significant amount of rain. Carolina Public Press Reporter Jane Sartwell shared the good and bad of NC Farms, when it comes to corn, soybeans, and tobacco. This was an August 2024 interview. -
Author Erica Wright sat down with The Friday Feature to discuss her brand-new book, Hollow Bones. The writer of literary mystery-style books says her latest work was influenced by Shakespeare. Hear about her latest creation and the characters that make this story so appealing. This was an August 2024 interview. -
WFAE Executive Editor, Ely Portillo updated More to the Story on the story, "Charlotte Is Failing To Bring Down Traffic Deaths," when he visited our program in August. This included details of the City's Vision Zero plan. Ely also covered, "To Increase Retention, North Carolina's Historically Black Colleges and Universities are Hiring Student Success Coaches." -
The Real to Reel Film Festival, put on by the Cleveland County Arts Council (Shelby), is not only back with a wide variety of independent films but it also celebrates a special anniversary. Real to Reel turns 25 this year. Cleveland Co. Arts Council - Marketing Coordinator Thomas Manning dropped by the Friday Feature to preview what's to come, July 24-27, at the event.
