In an exclusive interview five years after the beginning of the COVID pandemic, host Tim Boyum speaks with the woman who guided North Carolina through the global health emergency. 

Dr. Mandy Cohen reveals the challenges, the successes, and even threats she faced through the pandemic. She highlights working with Gov. Roy Cooper as a key reason for her success in North Carolina during COVID-19.

“I learned so much from him and I’m so grateful that I was able to be on his team. We had a lot of special attributes that made us successful,“ she said.

She and Tim also talk about her time leading the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) after leaving North Carolina. And Tim wraps by recounting his time covering COVID-19 as a journalist.

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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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