The Connector

By Institute for Emerging Issues

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The Connector podcast from The Institute for Emerging Issues at NC State University explores connections being made across sectors, regions and perspectives, resulting in a more vibrant and prosperous North Carolina. IEI is a nonpartisan public policy organization focused on the state’s vibrancy and economic competitiveness, working with leaders in business, education and public policy to discuss issues with profound implications for North Carolina’s future prosperity.


Episode Date
Water Wednesdays: Investing in Our Water Workforce
May 20, 2026
Water Wednesdays: Rethinking Resiliency in Our Water Systems
May 06, 2026
Special Release: First in Future with former Governor James B. Hunt Jr. Part One (Original release date: Dec. 26, 2017)
Dec 19, 2025
Special Release: First in Future with former Governor James B. Hunt Jr. Part Two (Original release date: Jan. 2, 2018)
Dec 19, 2025
Watt's Next?
Dec 02, 2025
NC Community Colleges: Expanding Opportunities for Students and Adult Learners
Nov 11, 2025
Exploring NC's New Digital Skills Standards
Oct 14, 2025
The Kenan Fellows Legacy: Celebrating 25 Years of Teacher Leadership
Sep 08, 2025
Igniting Tomorrow’s Workforce
Aug 19, 2025
Climbing the Benefits Cliff in North Carolina
Jul 14, 2025
Designing Our Future: Sustainable Cities & Urban Planning
Jun 24, 2025
The Pappas Effect: Building Resilient Communities
Jun 17, 2025
The ALICE Report: Unpacking Financial Need in North Carolina
Jun 02, 2025
NC Tri-Share: Accessible Childcare for Working Families
May 05, 2025
Building Raleigh's Sustainable Future
Apr 21, 2025
Closing the Gap: Educational Attainment in North Carolina
Apr 07, 2025
Preparing North Carolina’s Workforce Leaders
Mar 26, 2025
Watt’s It Going to Take: How Does NC Reach Its Energy Goals
Feb 10, 2025
Watt’s Up?: Energy 101 and Preparing Students
Jan 24, 2025
Population, Industry and Energy: The Future of North Carolina
Jan 10, 2025
From Unbanked to Banked
Apr 15, 2024
How Benefits Fuel Financial Resilience
Mar 19, 2024
Connecting the 2022-2024 Emerging Issues Forums
Feb 15, 2024
Getting a Personal Finance Education
Jan 12, 2024
What Gives You Hope?
Dec 18, 2023
Navigating Conflict at the Holidays
Nov 20, 2023
Previewing the 2024 Emerging Issues Forum
Nov 06, 2023
Checking in with Wake Forest University Pre-College Programs
Oct 06, 2023
Expanding Digital Access in Western NC
Oct 01, 2023
The Role of Libraries in Digital Inclusion
Sep 20, 2023
National Support for Bridging North Carolina’s Digital Divide
Sep 13, 2023
Checking in with Wilson Education Partnership
Aug 14, 2023
Checking in with Isothermal Community College
Jul 31, 2023
Checking in with Communities Supporting Schools of Wayne County
Jul 20, 2023
Pathways to the Workforce
Jun 30, 2023
Talent First Tuesdays: Opportunity Youth
May 23, 2023
Talent First Tuesdays: Families and Caregivers of Young Children
May 16, 2023
Talent First Tuesdays: Individuals with Disabilities and/or Neurodiversity
May 16, 2023
Talent First Tuesdays: Transitioning Military and Their Families
May 09, 2023
Talent First Tuesdays: Justice-Involved Persons
Apr 25, 2023
What is a Workforce Development Board?
Apr 13, 2023
Supporting North Carolina’s Teachers
Mar 24, 2023
Recapping the 2023 Emerging Issues Forum
Mar 01, 2023
A Data Dive into Underrepresented Workers
Feb 09, 2023
Inclusive Hiring
Jan 23, 2023
Talent First Economics Preview
Dec 21, 2022
First in Future: Conversation with Governor Cooper
Dec 21, 2021
First in Future: Can Kitty Hawk Take Flight?
Dec 08, 2021
Connected: Upper Coastal Plain Digital Inclusion Plan
Nov 29, 2021
First in Future: Where Are The Workers
Nov 23, 2021
First in Future: What NC Can Do About Hunger
Nov 09, 2021
First in Future: Mental Health Reaches Critical Mass
Oct 27, 2021
Connected: Digital Inclusion and Federal Funding
Oct 18, 2021
First in Future: The Future of Telehealth
Oct 12, 2021
Connected: Charlotte's Innovative Digital Navigator Program
Oct 04, 2021
Faith and Community: Rural Clergy Mental Health
Sep 30, 2021
First in Future: How Churches & Faith Organizations are Recovering?
Sep 28, 2021
Connected: Building a Community-wide Digital Equity Plan in Forsyth County
Sep 20, 2021
Faith and Community: Rural Food Ministries
Sep 16, 2021
First in Future: After the Flood Waters Recede?
Sep 14, 2021
Connected: Supporting Connectivity for Migrant Farmworkers
Sep 06, 2021
Faith and Community: Rural Aging
Sep 02, 2021
First in Future: Power of Local Support in Educational Attainment
Aug 31, 2021
Faith and Community: Reclaiming Rural: Building Thriving Rural Congregations
Aug 19, 2021
Connected: Cooperative Extension’s role in digital inclusion
Aug 16, 2021