NC Secretary of State Elaine Marshall joins Don Curtis to talk about the rise in new business creation and rural entrepreneurship. She also shares insights on counterfeit threats and new research shaping North Carolina’s economic future.

Mitch Kokai from the John Locke Foundation analyzes U.S. Senator Thom Tillis’ decision to not seek re-election along with what the so-called Big Beautiful Bill actually means for NC.

Political strategist Brad Crone joins Don Curtis to break down the stalled state budget and newly approved Hurricane Helene relief. Plus, they dive into the shrimp trawler controversy and what’s next for the so-called “Big Beautiful Bill.”

Bob Phillips, Executive Director of Common Cause NC, joins Don Curtis to discuss the group’s ongoing lawsuit challenging the current legislative districts. They also talk about whether state lawmakers can reach an agreement on the budget.

Former Governor Pat McCrory joins Don Curtis to break down the JetZero project bringing 14,000 jobs to the Triad, President Trump’s proposal to phase out FEMA as well as the latest on the federal budget.

Long-time journalist turned consultant Travis Fain joins Don Curtis to dive into the debate over the state auditor’s expanded powers, Governor Stein’s push for cannabis regulation and Amazon’s major AI investment in Richmond County.

Long-time journalist turned consultant Travis Fain joins Don Curtis to dive into the debate over the state auditor’s expanded powers, Governor Stein’s push for cannabis regulation and Amazon’s major AI investment in Richmond County.

Donna King, Executive Vice President from the John Locke Foundation, joins Don Curtis for a deep dive into Trump’s trade policy, state budget negotiations and the debate over health care regulation.