Dr. Mike Walden, William Neal Reynolds Distinguished Professor Emeritus at N.C. State University, on why North Carolina cities and towns are facing growing budget deficits

Brooke Wilensky-Lanford, author of "A God-Shaped Nation," on religion in America and her article on Billy Graham

Brooke Wilensky-Lanford, author and Chapel Hill resident, joins Tony Riggsbee to discuss her new book "A God-Shaped Nation: Five Hundred Years of Religion in America" and her recent article in The Assembly on Billy Graham. Wilensky-Lanford will hold a reading and signing at Flyleaf Books in Chapel Hill on June 3 from 5:30 to 7 p.m.

Stephen Kates, financial analyst at Bankrate and certified financial planner, on the latest in personal finance

Stephen Kates, financial analyst at Bankrate and certified financial planner, joins Tony Riggsbee for his weekly segment to discuss the latest economic trends and practical personal finance guidance for listeners.

Andy Esser, financial advisor at Edward Jones, on 529 Day and education savings strategies

Andy Esser, certified financial planner and financial advisor at Edward Jones in Durham, joins Tony on 529 Day to discuss new research showing families are feeling less confident about covering future education costs, how 529 plans work and what steps parents can take now to build a clearer education savings strategy.

Brooke Parkhurst, culinary instructor and cookbook author, on why the dairy aisle deserves a second look

Brooke Parkhurst, culinary instructor, cookbook author and operating partner at Harry Roy, joins Tony to discuss how updated dietary guidelines and growing interest in protein-rich foods are driving renewed attention to the dairy aisle, and shares practical ideas for quick summer meals and snacks. This interview is provided by the National Frozen and Refrigerated Foods Association.

Dr. Mike Walden, William Neal Reynolds Distinguished Professor Emeritus at N.C. State University, on why North Carolina cities and towns are facing growing budget deficits

Dr. Mike Walden, William Neal Reynolds Distinguished Professor Emeritus at North Carolina State University and president of Walden Economic Consulting, joins Tony to discuss why municipalities across North Carolina are seeing budget deficits ranging from millions to billions of dollars and whether the trend is likely to spread to other communities.