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On Air Today: Katharine Whalen and Eryk Pruitt on 24 Hours in Hillsborough

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Sep 17, 2026 | On Air Today (PM), Sponsored

Katherine Whalen of Katherine Whalen’s Jazz Squad and Eryk Pruitt of Yonder Southern Cocktails and Brew spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, September 17. They discussed Eryk’s recent column 24 Hours In Hillsborough: Off the Beaten Path, which includes several recommendations for things to do in Hillsborough. Katherine discussed highlights of the Hillsborough music scene, including Thursday night jazz at Yonder. They discussed other upcoming events, including a terrarium workshop hosted by Andrew, and more.

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Conversations We Need To Have: Advancing Access in Five Ways, with Carrboro Opportunity Officer Anita Jones-McNair

Posted by Aaron Keck | Sep 14, 2026 | Conversations We Need To Have

Carrboro opportunity officer Anita Jones-McNair joins Aaron Keck to highlight five ongoing efforts to advance accessibility & inclusion.

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Eliazar Posada-Orozco on Equality NC’s Advocacy Work, Upcoming Ga(y)la – On Air Today (September 14, 2026)

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Sep 14, 2026 | On Air Today (PM)

Equality NC Executive Director (and Carrboro Town Council Member) Eliazar Posada-Orozco speaks with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Monday, September 14.

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Speaking of Schools: Rachel Rossi and Jennifer Tang from Glenwood PTA (September 14, 2026)

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Sep 14, 2026 | On Air Today (PM), Speaking of Schools

Glenwood Elementary School PTA President Rachel Rossi and Secretary Jennifer Tang spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, September 14. The discussed the school’s STEAMM Specialist class, which supports the Mandarin programs at the school. They talked about what makes the class unique, the highly qualified instructor, and the likelihood that the class will be gone after the closure of Glenwood next year. They also talked about the start of the school year for Glenwood families, and more.

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On Air Today: Former Simpsons Writer and Showrunner Bill Oakley

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Sep 11, 2026 | On Air Today (PM)

Former Simpsons writer and showrunner Bill Oakley spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, September 11. He discussed this weekend’s “Steamed Hams–The 30th Anniversary Live Show,” and “An American Culinary Curiosity Dinner,” which will both be taking place at the Fullsteam Theatre in Durham this week. He discussed his time on the Simpsons, what to expect at the events, and more.

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On Air Today: UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media Professor Daniel Kreiss

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Sep 10, 2026 | On Air Today (PM)

UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media Professor Daniel Kreiss spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, September 10. He shared his experience on September 11, 2001 living in Brooklyn, specifically outlining the way people consumed media at the time. He talked about how the tragic event fostered a sense of community in a way that would be less likely in the current media landscape. He also talked about the advantages of having more information available, and more.

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On Air Today: Science Education Specialist Amy Sayle

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Sep 9, 2026 | On Air Today (PM)

Science Education Specialist Amy Sayle spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, September 9. She discussed her background in science, here interest in the stars, transitioning from her role at the Morehead Planetarium. She also outlined key celestial events and viewing opportunities during the next month, and more.

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On Air Today: David Glenn of the North Carolina Sports Network

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Sep 4, 2026 | On Air Today (PM)

David Glenn of the North Carolina Sports Network spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, September 4. He discussed the latest news from the UNC Football program, which saw the resignation of General Manager Michael Lombardi amid an explosive WRAL article. He discussed the implications for the program, the likely next steps, what the next few weeks of football might look like, and more.

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On Air Today: 97.9 The Hill’s Henry Taylor on G20 Demonstrations

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Sep 2, 2026 | On Air Today (PM)

97.9 The Hill’s Henry Taylor joined host Andrew Stuckey to discuss the organized demonstration on campus protesting the proliferation of AI. The protest came in response to a meeting of G20 leaders at the Carolina Inn, discussing innovation and technology. He outlined the format of the demonstration, what concerns the speakers were articulating, and more.

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On Air Today: David Glenn of NCSN Discusses UNC Football’s Big Win

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Aug 31, 2026 | On Air Today (PM)

David Glenn of the North Carolina Sports Network spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, August 31. He discussed UNC football’s win against TCU. He highlighted what went right for the Tar Heels, as well as identifying specific players to watch as the season progresses. He also talked about emerging storylines for the season after the first game, and more.

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