Carolina Newsmakers Podcast
1) Dr. David McLennan, Meredith College
Dr. David McLennan, Professor of Political Science at Meredith College and Executive Director of the Meredith Poll, joins Carolina Newsmakers to discuss the political landscape in North Carolina and r...Show More
2) Former state Supreme Court justice Robert Orr
Former state Supreme Court justice Robert Orr joins Don Curtis to discuss whether a federal government shutdown is a real possibility, what’s driving the latest budget standoff in Washington and what ...Show More
3) Tom Jensen, Public Policy Polling
Pollster Tom Jensen breaks down where North Carolina voters stand heading into the 2026 elections, including views on immigration, the economy, public safety and election rules. He also looks at key r...Show More
4) Former NC Governor Pat McCrory
Former Governor Pat McCrory joins Don Curtis on Carolina Newsmakers to discuss national security, election reform, FEMA, the balance of power in North Carolina politics and how leaders should respond ...Show More
5) NC State Board of Elections director Sam Hayes
North Carolina State Board of Elections Executive Director Sam Hayes discusses how the state is preparing for upcoming elections and ensuring confidence in the voting process. The conversation covers ...Show More
6) NC Secretary of Commerce Lee Lilley
North Carolina Commerce Secretary Lee Lilley discusses the state’s economic outlook, business recruitment priorities and how North Carolina competes across the Southeast. The conversation also explore...Show More
7) David Crabtree, CEO of PBS North Carolina
David Crabtree joins Don Curtis to examine the uncertain moment facing public broadcasting. Crabtree explains why the Corporation for Public Broadcasting board recently voted to dissolve and what that...Show More
8) NC Commissioner of Insurance Mike Causey
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey joins Don Curtis for a wide-ranging conversation on the issues shaping the state’s insurance landscape. Causey discusses his recent letter to Presiden...Show More
9) Special Tribute to Former Governor Jim Hunt
Carolina Newsmakers presents a special tribute to former North Carolina Governor Jim Hunt, reflecting on his life, leadership and lasting impact on the state. The program includes conversations with f...Show More
10) NC Commissioner of Labor Luke Farley
Commissioner of Labor Luke Farley joins Don Curtis to discuss North Carolina's latest ranking in workplace safety as well as the steps his department is taking to reduce workplace accidents and protec...Show More