Charlotte area Democrat and U.S. Representative Alma Adams joins host Tim Boyum this week with some incredible stories.

The 77-year-old publicly tells the story of meeting her dad for the first time at 15 years old. She talks about the 1,400 hats show owns, and how one of them was stolen while she was being sworn into Congress.

Tim learns what it was like for her to get arrested as a state lawmaker, and why she’s still “mad as hell” about the affirmative action decision.  

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With the speed of the local news cycle, it's easy to forget that the politicians who represent us and the influencers in our communities are more than just a sound bite. North Carolina’s veteran reporter and anchor, Tim Boyum, loosens his signature bow tie to give listeners a glimpse behind the curtain, showing us who these power players really are and why they do what they do. Through Tim’s candid conversations on “Tying It Together,” his guests reveal their most fascinating life stories, passions, and help all of us get a better grasp on the issues affecting our communities.

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