North Carolina Supreme Court Justice Phil Berger Jr will not seek reelection to his current seat fueling speculation that he could instead pursue a run for chief justice Mitch Kokai of the John Locke Foundation joins the program to discuss Berger's announcement and what it could mean for upcoming statewide judicial races Meanwhile NOAA is planning a million rebuild of its historic Beaufort laboratory Andy Jackson of the John Locke Foundation also breaks down the start of absentee voting in North Carolina as ballots begin going out to voters across the state See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

The Jim Rome Show HR - Former Angels Slugger and MLB All-Star Mark Trumbo joins the show to react to the sale of the team Then the Clippers respond to the NBA's punishment which includes a million fine and stripping first-round picks Plus Jim answers your Ask The Pro's E-Mails and Posts Learn more about your ad choices Visit podcastchoices com adchoices [... more]

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is bringing the Trump administration's economic pressure campaign against Iran to Asheville as global finance leaders gather in western North Carolina Meanwhile FEMA has approved an additional million for Hurricane Helene recovery efforts as rebuilding continues across the region Andrew Pomeranz of Carolina Journal joins the program to discuss Kalshi's decision to suspend NC- congressional candidate Laurie Buckhout after she traded on the outcome of her own race Plus lawmakers are returning to Raleigh for a skeleton session of the General Assembly with no business expected See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories on June as Allied troops fought their way onto the beaches of Normandy Franklin D Roosevelt spoke to an anxious nation Rather than deliver a conventional presidential address Roosevelt led his listeners in prayer for the men fighting overseas For six minutes FDR asked God to strengthen the troops comfort those who would lose loved ones and give Americans the faith to endure the long fight ahead More than million people around the world heard his words including Anne Frank Our host Lee Habeeb shares the story of Roosevelt's D-Day prayer and the [... more]

Puritan poet Anne Bradstreet once wrote Wisdom without an inheritance is better than an inheritance without wisdom Every parent hopes the resources they leave behind will bless their children But a financial inheritance can have very different effects depending on the person receiving it That is why wise wealth transfer requires more than simply deciding how much to leave it requires careful thought prayer and an understanding of each child's unique circumstances Ron Blue co-founder of Kingdom Advisors and longtime teacher on biblical stewardship calls this the uniqueness principle Equal Love Doesn't Always Require Equal Treatment Studies show that many [... more]

A Soros-funded fake news site falsely identified Abdul El-Sayed as a 'Veteran' in a mailer sent to Michigan voters Qatar has funded Million to Northwestern University A United Nations Member was proven to be part of Hamas and helped execute October th Dolly Parton's Wikipedia was vandalised Dana exposes the recent phenomenon of the false shepherds like the fake pastor bro's who are making modern feminism worse on social media by clout chasing President Trump crosses out the name 'Lake Ontario' on a map and replaces it with 'Lake America' Thank you for supporting our sponsors that make The Dana [... more]

Meta has agreed to pay North Carolina up to million over allegations that its social media platforms harmed children marking a major development in the state's efforts to hold technology companies accountable Meanwhile a new High Point University poll shows Roy Cooper and other Democratic candidates leading in several key North Carolina races heading toward November The program also examines newly released details surrounding Cooper's decision to delay announcing a school reopening plan during the COVID- pandemic including information that has emerged six years after the decision was made See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

North Carolina lawmakers are leaving several major policy fights unresolved until after the November election setting up a potentially busy post-election session in Raleigh Meanwhile the UNC System is responding to calls from the Trump administration for higher education reforms by pointing to changes already implemented across North Carolina's public universities A lumber manufacturer is also planning a million investment in Scotland County that is expected to create jobs Mitch Kokai of the John Locke Foundation joins the program to discuss a Fourth Circuit ruling siding with Roy Cooper and Democrats in a dispute over FCC campaign advertising rules See [... more]

In over a hundred million people tuned in to watch the royal wedding ceremony between Prince William and Kate Middleton It was one of the most extravagant events in modern history But Dr Robert Jeffress teaches about an even greater celebration to come the wedding feast of the Lamb To support Pathway to Victory go to ptv org donate [... more]

The constitution is superior to Sharia Law Elon Musk said he is going to spend up to million in the next election to stop the communist James comey and his wife are turning on each other Dr Faucci May have created AIDs AOC is going to drop WOKE Men in womens sports have an extreme and dangerous advantage See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

More than million has been raised online for a woman who killed her three small children She strangled them to death Hundreds of women have gathered outside the courthouse to show their support and solidarity for the monster mom What say you America See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

North Carolina cities are reconsidering youth curfews following a summer marked by several large teen takeovers and concerns about public safety with Andrew Pomeranz of Carolina Journal examining how local officials are responding Meanwhile a new report finds crime is generally declining in Raleigh and Charlotte reflecting a broader drop in crime nationwide Mitch Kokai of the John Locke Foundation joins the program to discuss more than pages of new federal court filings pushing back against former FBI Director James Comey's arguments in his North Carolina case Plus AmeriCorps has awarded million to support volunteer and service programs across North [... more]

Students from a Wake County public school traveled to China through an exchange program linked to the Chinese Communist Party raising questions about the program and its connections Andrew Pomeranz of Carolina Journal joins the program to discuss a new report finding North Carolina's business tax climate remains among the strongest in the nation compared with key competitor states Andy Jackson of the John Locke Foundation reacts to Governor Josh Stein's veto of House Bill and the ongoing debate over the election reforms included in the legislation Plus AmeriCorps has awarded million to support volunteer and service programs across North [... more]

President Donald Trump has endorsed Republican Jennifer Balkcom in North Carolina's th Congressional District while new questions are emerging over campaign funds connected to outgoing Congressman Chuck Edwards and a Las Vegas trip Meanwhile North Carolina has secured nearly million in federal funding for rail safety improvements and track upgrades across the state Mitch Kokai of the John Locke Foundation joins the program to discuss a major court ruling finding that North Carolina has failed to meet its constitutional obligation to maintain and protect the state's fisheries Plus a judge has ruled that former Governor Roy Cooper will not be [... more]

Governor Josh Stein signed four bills into law, including one that reduces his appointment powers and another that extends housing supplies and limits local zoning barriers across North Carolina. Meanwhile, North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson rejected a proposed settlement with Duke Energy Progress, citing a 6.8% rate hike as too high. Senator Ted Budd led an unsuccessful effort to amend the U.S. Senate's continuing resolution to delay federal restrictions on hemp products, while North Carolina lawmakers remain deadlocked over legislation that would incorporate federal hemp standards into state law. The North Carolina Department of Labor recovered a record $3.7 million in unpaid wages for workers across the state. [... more]

Gary Ross Dahl created the Pet Rock, a simple yet absurd fad that captured the hearts of Americans in 1975. With a 32-page instruction manual full of puns and gags, Dahl's idea became a sensation, selling over 1.5 million units and earning him a six-figure payout. The Pet Rock's popularity was short-lived, but it remains a beloved piece of American pop culture, symbolizing the fleeting nature of trends and the power of clever marketing. [... more]

The book of Ecclesiastes teaches that wisdom is a shelter that preserves life, while wealth can be fleeting. John Cortinez shares his study, Wisdom Over Wealth, which explores 12 lessons from Ecclesiastes on money and the importance of prioritizing wisdom over wealth. He discusses how to obtain wisdom, the dangers of wealth without wisdom, and the benefits of living a life that honors God. [... more]

Christian investors are using their influence to confront exploitation and encourage companies to protect the vulnerable, with a focus on combating human trafficking and promoting faith-based investing principles. [... more]

North Carolina officials are recruiting aerospace and defense manufacturers to the state, while Governor Josh Stein has announced a new statewide advisory council to bolster the state as a premier location for defense research and innovation. Meanwhile, the state is also dealing with the potential opening of a federal immigration processing center in North Carolina, and the collapse of a major economic development project with VinFast, a Vietnamese electric vehicle manufacturer. [... more]

Western North Carolina continues to recover from Hurricane Helene, with federal grants aimed at rebuilding infrastructure and strengthening the workforce. Meanwhile, Duke Energy has joined the Trump administration's ratepayer protection pledge, promising to support measures preventing households and small businesses from paying for power plants and grid infrastructure changes. The North Carolina General Assembly is also debating election laws, with a pair of rewritten bills passed by the Senate that would shorten early voting for primary elections and add performance audits for election systems. Additionally, a state representative is raising concerns about professional standards in public schools, specifically regarding a transgender music teacher at an elementary school. [... more]