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A daily podcast covering local, state, & national issues from North Carolina

Pete Kaliner


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    The Pete Kaliner Show podcast is a fantastic source of information and analysis on NC politics, as well as national issues. Pete provides insightful commentary with a good mix of reason and honesty. He is willing to consider arguments from all sides and engage in thoughtful debate. This show has become my go-to podcast for all things related to NC politics, and I enjoy listening to it in the evenings while working in my garage. I sincerely appreciate Pete's dedication to keeping his audience informed and entertained.

    One of the best aspects of The Pete Kaliner Show podcast is its informative and well-presented content. Pete covers national, state, and local news with common sense and often injects some humor into the discussion. He is incredibly well-informed about the latest news and its impact on our lives. Additionally, he tackles important topics such as preparing for future challenges and standing up against threats to freedom. The show also pays homage to legendary radio host Rush Limbaugh, recognizing his influence on conservative voices.

    As for downsides, one could argue that The Pete Kaliner Show podcast focuses primarily on North Carolina politics and may not appeal as much to listeners outside of the state. However, given the thoroughness of Pete's analysis and his engaging style, there is still plenty to gain from listening even if you're not based in North Carolina.

    In conclusion, The Pete Kaliner Show podcast is an exceptional source of political insight and analysis. Pete's ability to discuss complex issues with reason and honesty, while keeping his audience entertained, sets this show apart. Whether you're interested in NC politics or simply looking for a well-rounded perspective on national issues, this podcast is definitely worth tuning into. I highly recommend giving it a listen!



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    Latest episodes from The Pete Kaliner Show

    Marco Rubio on why and why now the US bombed Iran (03-03-2026--Hour3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 33:30


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – US Secretary of State Marco Rubio took reporters' questions yesterday about the justification for striking Iran. The explanation and information he laid out seems pretty clear to me, but for a lot of willfully obtuse people it is not. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.comGet exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Cursive, curfews, and crime (03-03-2026--Hour2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 32:41


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – Andrew Dunn is the publisher of Longleaf Politics and a contributing columnist to The Charlotte Observer. He joined me to discuss how cursive is not being taught in North Carolina schools - despite it being the law. Also, Charlotte already has an effective tool to combat mass gatherings of teens but must be willing to use it. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.comGet exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Trump live from the Oval Office (03-03-2026--Hour1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 34:23


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – President Donald Trump is meeting in the Oval Office with the German Chancellor and taking questions from the press corps about the war in Iran... and tariffs. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.comGet exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Astroturfed protests and data center proliferation (03-02-2026--Hour3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2026 34:26


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – AP Dillon is a reporter for the North State Journal. Read her reporting at NSJonline.com. She publishes a Substack.com newsletter called More To The Story. Today, AP and I discussed the rapid response by leftist protesters against the attack on Iran as well as the increase in data centers becoming a political issue for candidates. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Trump's global strategy is not chaos at all (03-02-2026--Hour2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2026 33:40


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – For decades, the foreign policy "establishment" has told itself (and us) fictions that allowed enemies to grow unrestrained. These same people are decrying President Trump's actions. But they actually make a lot of sense. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Striking Iran is about China (03-02-2026--Hour1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2026 34:26


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – When you zoom out and think of the global chessboard, it becomes very evident that the actions in Venezuela and now in Iran are really aimed at boxing China in "pushing them off the ball." Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    "There should be no ICE detention centers!" (02-27-2026--Hour3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 30:29


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – Reports of potential detention facilities in North Carolina for illegal aliens has prompted outrage from all the usual suspects. Plus, a former US Air Force pilot has been arrested for training Chinese pilots for years. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    What happens when people realize their governing class hates them? (02-27-2026--Hour2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 34:34


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – The "grooming gang" scandal from the United Kingdom raises very uncomfortable (but clarifying) questions about why that nation's governing class ignored the problem or covered it up for more than a decade. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    British election result is latest proof the empire has fallen (02-27-2026--Hour1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 39:52


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – A special election in the United Kingdom sent shock waves through the nation that is grappling with massive immigration from Muslim countries which is changing the very nature of the culture there. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Biden's DOJ spied on Trump's campaign AGAIN in 2023 (02-26-2026--Hour3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 34:52


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – Just as President Obama's Department of Justice spied on Donald Trump's 2016 campaign, newly-discovered documents reportedly show the Biden DOJ spied on Trump's 2024 campaign. As part of the bombshell report from Reuters, the current FBI director was targeted along with the current Chief-of-Staff, Susie Wiles, whose lawyer recorded a conversation with her without her knowledge. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.comGet exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    It sure looks like Charlotte will try to kill an I-77 expansion (02-26-2026--Hour2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 34:29


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – Activists are organizing against an expansion of Interstate 77 through Charlotte, after a NCDOT plan was unveiled that included a double-decker highway with toll lanes. The activists successfully pressured their Democrats on City Council to hold a vote to delay the project for 60 days. But the Council probably doesn't have the power to actually stop the project. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.comGet exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Coolest Dog contest is back! (02-26-2026--Hour1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 34:20


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – The 4th Annual Coolest Dog of Charlotte is underway! The annual adorable contest raises money for local programs by the Charlotte Kiwanis Club. You can enter your pooch here. Plus, Julio is reunited with his owner after almost a year after being stolen. Also, Charlotte City Council looks like it's going to be pressured by activists to kill an expansion of the perpetually-clogged stretch of I-77 south of Uptown. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.comGet exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Trump outlines his "Why" in State of the Union (02-25-2026--Hour3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 34:58


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – Several things came through in President Trump's speech before Congress last night - the "why" behind his policies and actions. It boils down to his love of America and of the American people. One may disagree with whether specific actions actually will help, of course. But the motivation -- his "why" -- seems to be consistent. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.comGet exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    A full-throated defense of America and Americans (02-25-2026--Hour2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 34:11


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – President Donald Trump's State of the Union speech last night was a defense of first principles: that the American government's primary duty is to protect and serve Americans and to give them the space to succeed. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.comGet exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Trump lays rake at feet of Democrats... who immediately step on it (02-25-2026--Hour1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 34:53


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – President Donald Trump delivered his State of the Union address last night, and he laid an obvious trap for Democrats after telling them what he was about to do. Then he asked lawmakers to stand if they believe the first duty of the American government is to protect American citizens not illegal aliens. Democrats refused. Trump said, "You should be ashamed of yourselves." The campaign ads are already in production. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.comGet exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Don't let the miserable hijack our pride and joy (02-24-2026--Hour3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 33:42


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – In the aftermath of the historic US hockey teams gold medals, there is an army of miserable people (and online bots) trying to demoralize Americans. Don't let them. Celebrate Americans' achievements without shame. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Accused husband speaks on the arrest of another man accused in 35-year old murder (02-24-2026--Hour2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 34:29


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – Dr. Ed Friedland spoke with the Charlotte Observer about last week's arrest of Marion Gales in the murder of Friedland's wife, Kim Thomas, in 1990. Friedland was initially charged in that murder, but the case was dismissed before it ever went to trial. Friedland blames the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police for focusing on him and ignoring all the evidence against Gales for decades. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Is "Cut 'Em Loose" Cooper teflon on crime? (02-24-2026--Hour1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 33:32


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – Andrew Dunn is the publisher of Longleaf Politics and a contributing columnist to The Charlotte Observer. He joined me to discuss how the story about former Gov. Roy Cooper's release of 3,500 prisoners doesn't seem to be breaking out of the conservative media ecosystem. Plus, record fundraising by the NC Speaker of the House. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    An update on the 764 Cult; another attempt on Trump's life; Mexico at war (02-23-2026--Hour3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 34:25


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – AP Dillon is a reporter for the North State Journal. Read her reporting at NSJonline.com. She publishes a Substack.com newsletter called More To The Story. She joins me to discuss the latest in the government's effort to crack down on the 764 Cult that targets kids through online platforms like Roblox and Discord. Plus, a North Carolina man is killed after he entered Trump's Florida residence with a shotgun. Also, Mexico takes out a cartel leader and now there's a war between the government and the cartel. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.comGet exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Real snowcialism has never been tried... until NOW! (02-23-2026--Hour2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 32:24


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – The jihadi-adjacent commie Mayor of New York City is recruiting snow shovelers to dig out of the blizzard slamming the city. To enroll, you have to be eligible to work in the USA and have 5 forms of identification. Unlike the voter ID debate, these requirements are NOT racisty. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.comGet exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    USA! USA! Again, it's OK to celebrate American wins, Leftists (02-23-2026--Hour1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 35:33


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – An amazing and historic victory by the men's and women's hockey teams over Canada capped off the Winter Olympics. And while normal Americans celebrated the monumental accomplishments, Leftists were left in emotional turmoil because they hate Trump and America right now. Also, Canadians are ill-equipped for sports-related trash talking. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.comGet exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    NC GOP disavows Dems pretending to be Republicans (02-20-2026--Hour3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 35:42


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – The North Carolina Republican Party is warning its voters about "counterfeit candidates" running in the party primary. Democrats have organized a concerted effort to run in GOP primaries to trick voters. Plus, a judge in Virginia blocked state Democrats' gerrymandering plan. They say they'll appeal. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Antifa mistrial and Zuck takes the stand (02-20-2026--Hour2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 36:07


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – The first federal Antifa terrorism trial ended with a mistrial on the first day of jury selection in Texas. Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg testified in a landmark case against the social media company over whether it intentionally addicted users. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Fascism has arrived as Supremes block Trump's tariffs (02-20-2026--Hour1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 38:18


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – The US Supreme Court blocked President Trump's tariffs that he implemented after declaring a national emergency and using a 1977 law that allows presidents to regulate importation during emergencies. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Charlotte police arrest long-time suspect in 35-year old murder cold case (02-19-2026--Hour3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 35:27


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police announced this afternoon that they had DNA evidence linking Marion Gales to the murder of Kim Thomas in 1990. Gales was a handyman who had done work for Thomas and her husband, Dr. Ed Friedland. Police initially charged Friedland for his wife's murder, but the case fell apart. Gales was arrested and charged with first degree murder this morning. Across the pond, former Prince Andrew was arrested for misconduct in office based on new information revealed in the Epstein files. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    How NC Republicans can help save our Democrat-run cities (02-19-2026--Hour2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 35:23


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – Entrepreneur and venture capitalist Joe Lonsdale offers a call to save and defend our great American cities from progressive leaders who are failing. He provides some concrete policy ideas on how Republican-led legislatures can make real impacts. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Mamdani's bluff draws battle line with Democrats (02-19-2026--Hour1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 34:31


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – The jihadi-adjacent commie mayor of New York City just released his first budget proposal and it includes a massive increase in property taxes. But it appears to be a bluff to try to get the Governor and legislature to raise income taxes on the wealthy. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Stacey Matthews on Colbert & Guthrie kidnapping (02-18-2026--Hour3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 36:44


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – Stacey Matthews from RedState.com joined me to discuss the Colbert kerfuffle and the lack of progress in the investigation into Nancie Guthrie's kidnapping (which now enters the fourth week). Plus, a rundown of the repeat-repeat-repeat offenders making their way through the local turnstile that is the Mecklenburg County judicial system. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.comGet exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Outrage of the Day: Colbert has to follow the law (02-18-2026--Hour2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 35:39


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – Alleged comedian Stephen Colbert lied to his audience about being censored on his late night show, after lawyers for his employer advised him about FCC rules requiring equal time for political candidates during a campaign. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.comGet exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Commissioner avoids arrest; mobs of minors; street vending in NoDa (02-18-2026--Hour1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 35:01


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – A Mecklenburg County Commissioner is no longer at risk of being arrested, after she proved to the court that she successfully satisfied terms of her plea deal for a 2024 DWI. Plus, a GOP candidate's home is the target of a drive-by shooting, mobs of minors in Huntersville prompt a new curfew rule, and street vendors oppose criminal charges for street vending. Also, the very odd tweets of Sheriff Garry "Not My Fault" McFadden. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.comGet exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Is Charlotte City Council racisty for calling a colleague by his initials? (02-17-2026--Hour3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 34:50


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – A deeply researched story at the Charlotte Observer explores the bigotry of calling Councilman Juan Diego Mazuera Arias by his adopted first name "JD." Apparently, his fellow Democrats on council have been referring to him as "Councilman JD" and wishes they would use his two last names. But he doesn't want to make a big deal about it. Well, aside from talking to the newspaper about it. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Today's National Outrage: Dogs or Muslims (02-17-2026--Hour2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 33:50


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – A radical Islamist activist in New York City (with ties to the new commie jihadi-adjacent mayor) said NYC is "coming to Islam. Dogs definitely have a place in society, just not as indoor pets. Like we've said all along, they are unclean." Congressman Randy Fine replied, "If they force us to choose, the choice between dogs and Muslims is not a difficult one." Outrage ensued. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Andrew Dunn may have found something that's not McFadden's fault (02-17-2026--Hour1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 34:39


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – Andrew Dunn is the publisher of Longleaf Politics and a contributing columnist to The Charlotte Observer. He joined me to discuss his recent column that identified something in Sheriff Garry "Not My Fault" McFadden's testimony to the legislature that might not actually be McFadden's fault. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    MoMoMo marches again and Cooper's awkward pic (02-16-2026--Hour3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 37:33


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – AP Dillon is a reporter for the North State Journal. Read her reporting at NSJonline.com. She publishes a Substack.com newsletter called More To The Story. She joined me to chat about the latest march on Raleigh by Rev. William Barber. Plus, former Gov. Roy Cooper posts a picture of him showing ID to vote... but then quickly deletes it. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Rubio calls for Europe to take pride in it history, culture, and contributions (02-16-2026--Hour2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 34:43


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – US Secretary of State Marco Rubio delivered a defense of Western civilization to the Munich Security Conference this weekend, encouraging our European allies to defend their nations, citizens, cultures, and history from the demoralization that has eaten away at their national psyche for nearly 40 years. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Rubio's defense of the West triggers Democrats and media (02-16-2026--Hour1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 37:59


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – Democrats and media (but I repeat myself) are trying to counter Secretary of State Marco Rubio's unabashed defense of Western civilization by making Marxist arguments about class. Rubio addressed the Munich Security Council over the weekend and delivered a masterful speech that brought the Europeans to their feet for a standing ovation. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Mecklenburg Commissioner's arrest warrant; pantless mayor says he puked (02-13-2026--Hour3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 33:20


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – A Mecklenburg County Commissioner apparently has had a warrant out for her arrest for a year. She says it's due to a misunderstanding. Plus, the mayor of Mooresville finally speaks after a year-and-a-half of speculation as to why he was strolling City Hall without his pants. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.comGet exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The most crash-prone stretches of roads in Charlotte (02-13-2026--Hour2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 32:52


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – In a report by the Charlotte Observer, there are seven stretches of roads in the Queen City that account for a large majority of injuries and deaths. The only potential explanation mentioned in the article? Racism. Because... of course. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.comGet exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    More drama out of the Mecklenburg Sheriff's office (02-13-2026--Hour1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 34:25


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – Another day another round of drama surrounding the Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office. A planned announcement for a "newly reformed" Traffic Unit was cancelled and an anonymous letter from a MCSO employee made the rounds on local social media. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.comGet exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Debunking the lies about voter ID (02-12-2026--Hour4)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 34:38


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – After a caller tried to argue that the SAVE America voter ID bill would erect "onerous barriers," I addressed the lies at the heart of this assertion. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.comGet exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    US House passes voter ID... Democrats cry racism (02-12-2026--Hour3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 34:25


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – Democrats are angry that Republicans in the US House passed a federal voter ID law. So, naturally, they are accusing the GOP of being racists - despite the overwhelming support for voter ID laws across all racial demographics. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.comGet exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Rep. Allen Chesser on his questioning of Sheriff McFadden (02-12-2026--Hour2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 35:03


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – North Carolina Rep. Allen Chesser gave an interview to FOX News and explained why he asked Mecklenburg Sheriff Garry "Not My Fault" McFadden about the three branches of government. It was a moment that went viral after the Monday morning legislative hearing after McFadden was unable to name the branches or which one he operates under. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.comGet exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    McFadden says his viral moment was not his fault (02-12-2026--Hour1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 33:44


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – After Mecklenburg Sheriff Garry McFadden went viral in a video clip showing his ignorance of the three branches of government, he says he was confused by the questioning, the venue, the attendees, and the lawmakers. This is why he has earned the moniker "Not My Fault" McFadden. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.comGet exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Epstein, Bannon, and Lutnick (02-11-2026--Hour3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2026 32:50


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – Among all the documents released by the Department of Justice regarding Jeffrey Epstein were emails between the current Commerce Secretary and conservative YouTuber Steve Bannon. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.comGet exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Why immigration enforcement is an existential threat to Democrats (02-11-2026--Hour2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2026 33:04


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – Migration patterns and census data paints a dire picture for Democrats. And that's why they're fighting so hard to keep illegal aliens in America. Because they are counted in the census and the census determines the number of US House seats each state gets. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.comGet exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Spit out that black pill! We've actually made progress! (02-11-2026--Hour1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2026 32:03


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – The tide is apparently turning against the so-called "gender-affirming care" industry, as another major medical organization pumps the breaks on transgender surgeries for minors. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.comGet exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Crockett bringing back 'stochastic terrorism' and I am here for it! (02-10-2026--Hour3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 30:18


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – Democrat Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett blames Donald Trump for inciting an apple cider vinegar attack on Rep. Ilhan Omar. This is the "stochastic terrorism" allegation Democrats have been making against Republicans for the better part of a decade. But after a wave of leftist violence, the term has fallen out of use for some reason. Apparently, Crockett wants to revive the concept - but only against Republicans. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    More Charlotte pols behaving badly; the SAVE Act moving to passage? (02-10-2026--Hour2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 31:15


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – Former Charlotte City Councilwoman Tiawanna Brown pleads guilty to the thing she said she didn't do. Plus, a warrant is issued for a Mecklenburg County Commissioner. Also, is Congress going to advance the SAVE Act? Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Sheriff "Not My Fault" McFadden goes national (02-10-2026--Hour1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 30:49


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – Andrew Dunn, the publisher of Longleaf Politics and a contributing columnist to The Charlotte Observer, joins me to talk about yesterday's legislative hearing on Charlotte crime and former Gov. Roy Cooper's brewing scandal over the release of thousands of inmates during COVID. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    I was not the target audience for the halftime show (02-09-2026--Hour3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 34:54


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – I had a very unique experience for the Super Bowl halftime show featuring a Puerto Rican rapper. My female friends at the watch party (who are Puerto Rican) absolutely loved it. They were, in fact, the target demographic for the NFL. Not me. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Mecklenburg Sheriff Garry "Not My Fault" McFadden get his overdue grilling (02-09-2026--Hour2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 33:47


    This episode is presented by Create A Video – In a legislative hearing in Raleigh this morning, Mecklenburg County Garry "Not My Fault" McFadden gave one of the worst performances of his political career - unable or unwilling to explain or answer questions about how he has managed the jail and refused to cooperate with federal immigration law enforcement. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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