Podcast appearances and mentions of The Charlotte Observer

Alex Zietlow, beat reporter for the Charlotte Observer, joins Cody to talk the Carolina Panthers 53-man roster in the first episode of the 2026 season addition of the C3 BeatCheck!

This episode is sponsored by Revelation Gold Group - Andrew Dunn is the publisher of Longleaf Politics and a contributing columnist to The Charlotte Observer. He's also the author of the book The Change Agent: Pat McCrory's Rise, Reckoning and Legacy. He joined me to talk about the three better questions to ask in the wake of the release of a man who threatened to shoot up five Charlotte schools. Plus, socialists flex their power in the Queen City. Republicans should not ignore it.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-kaliner-show--6946691/support.Subscribe to the podcast My preferred podcast platform: SpreakerCheck out my preferred gold & silver company: Revelation Gold GroupAll the links to Pete's Prep are free! Plus get exclusive content here!Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code!Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com  

On this week's show, we pour one out for Frank Beard drummer ZZ Top and the legendary xb, spend quality time with superlative new records by The Mountain Goats and Cory Branan, and spin fresh tracks from Caroline Rose, Soft Science, and Sierra Ferrell. All this and much, much less!Debts No Honest Man Can Pay started in 2003 at WHFR-FM (Dearborn, MI), moved to WGWG-FM (Boiling Springs, NC) in 2006 & Plaza Midwood Community Radio (Charlotte, NC) in 2012, with a brief pit-stop at WLFM-FM (Appleton, WI) in 2004.

The Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporter Alex Zietlow and columnist Scott Fowler break down the preseason win over the Jaguars, how Bryce Young looked, and winners and losers from the game (4:05) before diving into the team's injury situation (21:45). Then, they go over what is concerning about the team heading into the Texans game and what has them hopeful (31:05). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is presented by Create A Video – Apparently, former North Carolina Governor Pat McCrory's office recorded a call with the NBA Commissioner during the HB2 fight a decade ago. It turns out the Commish said very different things in private than he did in public over the "bathroom bill" fight. Plus, what counts as "stealing an election?" I discuss with Andrew Dunn - the publisher of Longleaf Politics and a contributing columnist to The Charlotte Observer. He's also the author of the book The Change Agent: Pat McCrory's Rise, Reckoning and Legacy. Also, a Mecklenburg judge let a guy out of jail after he was charged with threatening to shoot up five Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-kaliner-show--6946691/support.Subscribe to the podcast My preferred podcast platform: SpreakerAll the links to Pete's Prep are free!Get exclusive content here!Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code!Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com  

Ari Meirov is back with the 18th episode of our 32 Team Training Camp tour, this time with Charlotte Observer reporter Alex Zietlow lending his expertise on the Carolina Panthers. Alex explains the pressure Bryce Young is feeling to earn a contract extension this season, why Chuba Hubbard is RB1, and what success looks like for the Panthers this year. 00:00 - Cold Open 00:24 - Show Intro & Panthers Optimism 04:15 - Organizational Calmness & Stability 07:37 - Dave Canales & Brad Idzik Play-Calling Shift 12:01 - Bryce Young's Make-or-Break Year 4 15:24 - Wide Receiver Depth & Chris Brazzell Injury 18:42 - Darren Waller Addition & Tight End Room 21:53 - Chuba Hubbard & Running Back Rotation 27:07 - Offensive Line Overhaul & Injuries 32:17 - Devin Lloyd & Jalen Phillips Impact 35:57 - Defense Outlook & Secondary Depth 39:25 - Defining 2026 Season Success NFL Spotlight is dedicated to shining a light on those in the NFL that deserve a spotlight with top-notch insight and research from Ari Meirov. Follow Ari on X: https://x.com/MySportsUpdate Follow Ben on X: https://x.com/BenAllenSports Follow The 33rd Team on X: https://x.com/The33rdTeamFB #Panthers #carolinapanthers #BryceYoung #ChubaHubbard #tetairoamcmillan #NFL #Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tune in here to this ​Monday edition of Breaking With Brett Jensen! Breaking Brett Jensen discusses the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Fraternal Order of Police’s response to a recent Charlotte Observer article. The statement was issued in response to an Observer article that said the CMPD officers involved in tasing a pinned man also were involved in other controversial arrests. Jensen emphasizes that the statement, which was publicly posted on Facebook, was blunt. He then breaks down how the Observer’s reporting failed to address important information about the case and discusses his view of the newspaper’s broader editorial agenda. Listen here for all of this and more on Breaking With Brett Jensen. To be the first to hear about Breaking Brett Jensen's exclusives and more follow him on X @Brett_Jensen!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporter Alex Zietlow and columnist Scott Fowler offer their takes on the team's preseason loss to Buffalo where coach Dave Canales said the starters didn't "earn" more playing time (3:30). They also talk about how did and did not show up in the second preseason game (10:50). Then, they dig into the Darren Waller signing and what he could bring to the team (16:30) before previewing the third preseason game in Jacksonville (26:40). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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's also the author of the book The Change Agent: Pat McCrory's Rise, Reckoning and Legacy. Today we discussed how North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson could make himself unbeatable and a new campaign strategy against Roy Cooper in his run for US Senate. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-kaliner-show--6946691/support.Subscribe to the podcast My preferred podcast platform: SpreakerAll the links to Pete's Prep are free!Get exclusive content here!Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code!Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com  

On this week's show, we pour one out for Kavinsky and Glen Hansard, catch up on a smokin' boatload o' singles that have been piling up over the past several weeks, and spin fresh tracks from Boards of Canada, Mitch Easter, The Womack Sisters, Tom Waits, and the long-awaited collab of Steve Earle & Los Lobos.All this & much, much less! Debts No Honest Man Can Pay started in 2003 at WHFR-FM (Dearborn, MI), moved to WGWG-FM (Boiling Springs, NC) in 2006 & Plaza Midwood Community Radio (Charlotte, NC) in 2012, with a brief pit-stop at WLFM-FM (Appleton, WI) in 2004.

Mike Schopp welcomes Alex Zietlow from the Charlotte Observer to discuss the upcoming preseason matchup between the Carolina Panthers and the Buffalo Bills. They break down the expectations for Bryce Young's development, the running back hierarchy following Chuba Hubbard's injury, and recent changes to the Panthers' roster and coaching staff. 01:34 - Panthers Preseason Outlook 03:55 - Saturday Game Starters 11:23 - Bryce Young Analysis 17:31 - Coaching And Roster Moves 23:21 - Panthers Defense Preview

Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporter Alex Zietlow and columnist Scott Fowler offer their first impressions of the team out of the first preseason game with the Cardinals (4:10). Then, they have the Haynes King (6:26) and the Jimmy Horn Jr. (11:50) conversations. Then, Scott talks about his trip up to Canton and Luke Kuechly's induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame (18:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 the nomination of a new candidate in North Carolina's 11th Congressional race - after the incumbent withdrew amid an ethics scandal. Plus, Dunn's "Where do you stand, Roy?" advice. Also, will Charlotte City Council impose a stricter youth curfew, as requested by the police chief?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-kaliner-show--6946691/support.Subscribe to the podcast My preferred podcast platform: SpreakerAll the links to Pete's Prep are free!Get exclusive content here!Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code!Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com  

Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow give their impressions on the second week of camp and what's next for the Panthers after injuries to Chris Brazzell and Xavier Legette (2:05). But with two receivers down, one is stepping up: could Ja'seem Reed be an impact player this season? (6:40). Then, Paul Domowitch joins the show to speak with Scott Fowler about his new book on former Panthers legend Sam Mills, "Just Give Me a Chance to Fail: The Life of NFL Hall of Fame Linebacker Sam Mills." (15:45) Finally, Mike and Alex end the show with one player they're excited to see play at the Hall of Fame game this week. (40:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 the House Ethics Committee report on NC Congressman Chuck Edwards and why he needs to step down. Plus, we discuss the don't-call-it-a-bribe "sweetener" to convince Charlotte to support the I-77 toll road proposal.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-kaliner-show--6946691/support.Subscribe to the podcast My preferred podcast platform: SpreakerAll the links to Pete's Prep are free!Get exclusive content here!Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code!Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com  

Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow give their impressions of the first week of training camp, including a fight and what Bryce Young is up to. Then, they pick their offensive (9:45) and defensive (14:00) MVPs through the first four workouts. They end the show with whose stock is up (21:35) and who is down (33:30) so far through camp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 re-naming "teen takeovers," the erosion of a high trust society, and whether North Carolina lawmakers might be moving eliminate odd-year elections. Plus, SC won't be the first-in-the-nation Democrat presidential primary. Maybe.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-kaliner-show--6946691/support.Subscribe to the podcast My preferred podcast platform: SpreakerAll the links to Pete's Prep are free!Get exclusive content here!Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code!Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com  

In this episode, I get to talk with Kibri Everett - environmental scientist, GIS specialist, PhD candidate at UNC-Charlotte, and founder of Key Environmental Consulting - to pull back the curtain on the data center boom sweeping the nation.Kibri has been on the front lines of this issue long before it hit the headlines. She recently testified before the Charlotte City Council, helping to secure a unanimous vote for a 150-day moratorium on new data centers - a major grassroots win. In this conversation, she breaks down what that fight looked like and why it matters far beyond Charlotte:How data centers consume staggering amounts of water and energy while gobbling up land in majority-minority communitiesThe xAI/Memphis nightmare, where hundreds of diesel generators are spewing air pollution in a historically Black neighborhoodWhy the AI revolution is an environmental justice crisis, with hyperscale facilities are targeting the same communities that have always been sacrificed for industrial developmentWhat the Charlotte moratorium actually accomplished, and why 150 days is just a startPractical strategy for communities facing a data center proposal: where to organize, who to call, and how to bring data-driven expertise to your fightKibri also shares how her company helps community groups arm themselves with the technical knowledge they need to stand up to billion-dollar tech companies, and why strength in numbers is the most powerful tool we've got.If you've ever wondered what's really powering the AI boom, and whether your community could be next on the list, this episode is essential listening.Follow Kibri Everett:Key Environmental Consulting LinkedInHBCU Environmental Justice Technical CollaborativeResources: Charlotte, NC approves data center moratorium - The Charlotte Observer "Stop Dirty Data Centers" Campaign - NAACP$64 billion of data center projects have been blocked or delayed amid local opposition - Data Center WatchBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-environmental-justice-lab--5583745/support.Don't forget to subscribe and rate the podcast wherever you listen! Support our work by joining the Supporters Club: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-environmental-justice-lab--5583745/supportConnect with our Environmental Justice Lab community: Instagram: @envjusticelab YouTube: @envjusticelab Email: theenvironmentaljusticelab@gmail.com

The guys are joined by Mike Kaye, Panthers beat reporter for The Charlotte Observer, as Mike sets the scene for the start of Panthers training camp, he addresses the injuries already facing the team, what position battles he'll be monitoring the most, & what are reasonable expectations to have for this season See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In October 1997, a vault supervisor named David Ghantt loaded $17 million into a van and drove out of a Loomis Fargo warehouse in Charlotte, North Carolina. It was the second-largest cash heist in American history. It took him about an hour, working alone. He stole two of the facility's three security tapes. The third one kept rolling.What followed was five months of botched getaways, wild spending sprees, an FBI wiretap, and a murder plot hatched at a Halloween party. Reporter Jeff Diamant, who covered the case for the Charlotte Observer and interviewed nearly every co-conspirator, tells the story of the crime that came to be known as the Hillbilly Heist — and how a crew that studied Goodfellas managed to ignore every lesson in it.Subscribe to our newsletter: ⁠https://jedlipinski.substack.com/⁠ Connect with Jed Lipinski:⁠https://www.instagram.com/gonesouthpodcast/⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/gonesouthpodcast/⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jed-lipinski/

Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow talk about which players are most likely to make the team (3:25) and go over Mike's underdog list (11:45). Then, they dig deeper into the wide receiver room and who makes the team (18:25) as well as Jackson Kuwatch, the team's last pick. (27:40) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's show, we spend quality time with new records from Jack White, The Rolling Stones, Brother Wallace & Jalen Ngonda.All this & much, much less!Debts No Honest Man Can Pay is a curated collection of musical eclectica & other noodle stories. The show started in 2003 at WHFR-FM (Dearborn, MI), moved to WGWG-FM (Boiling Springs, NC) in 2006 & Plaza Midwood Community Radio (Charlotte, NC) in 2012, with a brief pit-stop at WLFM-FM (Appleton, WI) in 2004.

This episode is presented by Create A Video – Andrew Dunn is the publisher of Longleaf Politics and  a contributing columnist to The Charlotte Observer. We chatted about the money race to replace North Carolina Senate President Pro Tempore Phil Berger. We also talked about the hard choice on the I-77 toll road project that the newly-appointed Charlotte Mayor will be faced with.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-kaliner-show--6946691/support.Subscribe to the podcast My preferred podcast platform: SpreakerAll the links to Pete's Prep are free!Get exclusive content here!Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code!Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com  

Journalist and author Andrew Dunn joins host Tim Boyum to talk about his new book on former Gov. Pat McCrory. McCrory, a Republican, served in office from 2013 to 2017 when Republicans had a powerful hold over state government. He presided over the controversial HB2, became the first governor to lose reelection in state history, then lost in the 2022 U.S. Senate primary. Dunn looks at McCrory's legacy and the controversy that continues to define him today. Dunn is a former Charlotte Observer journalist and continues his own newsletter and commentary at Longleaf Politics.

Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow talk about which players are definitely making the team out of training camp (3:15) and who are close to being a lock (26:05). They also discuss which players may be on the bubble. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's show, we spend quality time with new records by Low Cut Connie & River Shook, spin fresh tracks from Billy Strings, U2 & Phoebe Bridgers, and celebrate 25 years of The White Stripes' White Blood Cells. All this & much, much less!Debts No Honest Man Can Pay is a curated collection of musical eclectica & other noodle stories. The show started in 2003 at WHFR-FM (Dearborn, MI), moved to WGWG-FM (Boiling Springs, NC) in 2006 & Plaza Midwood Community Radio (Charlotte, NC) in 2012, with a brief pit-stop at WLFM-FM (Appleton, WI) in 2004.

All three hosts are officially back in the studio! This week, Jason Allen King joins Jordan Centry and Jonathan Williams to break down viral moments, local comedy scene drama, and the deepest theological questions the internet has to offer. The guys kick off the episode trying to hold Jonathan to his promise of taking his shoes off on camera for a very specific listener. From there, they dive into a recent article published by The Charlotte Observer highlighting five prominent figures in the local Charlotte comedy scene. The guys discuss the inevitable fallout, addressing the "indie scene" comics who felt underrepresented, why tracking down a journalist on Facebook to gripe is a terrible career move, and why any press is a rising tide that lifts all local boats. Later, they talk about a massive milestone for the pod: a genuinely viral moment! Jonathan breaks down the science behind a quick video he posted during the US World Cup match featuring Fight Club stars Brad Pitt and Edward Norton in the crowd. With over 6.3 million views and counting, the guys look behind the curtain at what it's like to navigate a viral comment section (and why half the people think it's an anti-LGBTQ post). This naturally leads to Jonathan sharing a hilarious, real-life story about the short-lived, parking-lot "Fight Club" he started as a high school sophomore. Finally, Jordan derails the comedy chatter with a massive theological curveball: Did people born before Christ automatically go to hell? The guys discuss religious constructs, Dante's Inferno, and a hilarious 60-second freestyle from Jason on which of the seven deadly sins he would hide from his friends to keep them out of purgatory (hint: it's gluttony). Upcoming Shows & Tour Dates: • July 10th: Jason & Jonathan are heading to Copper Fox Distillery in Williamsburg, VA (Jordan is skipped out to see Jay-Z in NY!). Get your tickets on Eventbrite! • Astoria, NY: Jordan is heading up to New York for a special Wednesday showcase! Follow the Crew: • Jonathan Williams: @mrwilliamscomedy • Jordan Century: @jordancentry • Jason Allen King: @jasonallenking  FOLLOW + SUBSCRIBE Subscribe for full episodes + clips, and follow us on IG for show updates.

This episode is presented by Create A Video – Andrew Dunn is the publisher of Longleaf Politics and a contributing columnist to The Charlotte Observer. We discussed the potential for Major League Baseball in Raleigh as well as Andrew's book about Pat McCrory. Plus, the North Carolina legislature looks to ban foreign adversaries from buying farmland within 50 miles of military installations.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-kaliner-show--6946691/support.Subscribe to the podcast My preferred podcast platform: SpreakerAll the links to Pete's Prep are free!Get exclusive content here!Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code!Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com  

The guys are joined by Rod Boone from The Charlotte Observer, who tries to explain the thought process behind Jeff Peterson trading away LaMelo Ball and Miles Bridges, he outlines when the organization will cash in on all the assets they've accumulated, & more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 talk about how North Carolina could get nailed with hundreds of millions of dollars in penalties if it doesn't clean up its food stamp program. We also talked about a new ban on third-party litigation investment. Plus, the US Supreme Court rules that any illegal alien born in the United States is automatically a citizen of America.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-kaliner-show--6946691/support.Subscribe to the podcast My preferred podcast platform: SpreakerAll the links to Pete's Prep are free!Get exclusive content here!Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code!Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com  

Rod Boone joins Luke and John Lund to discuss why the Charlotte Hornets have been trading away players to stockpile draft picks, how Miles Bridges is as a basketball player, and how Bridges could fit on a team without a true point guard.

When the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation opened an investigation and Blanche was charged with the attempted murder, the arrest came as a shock to those who knew her. How was it possible that someone they all knew as “a sweet, Christian lady”—was an attempted murderer? And if she had been cunning enough to hide that side of herself from her community, what else had she been hiding?  References Associated Press. 1989. "Arsenic victim feels 'sorrow' for his wife." News and Record (Greensboro, NC), August 16: 1. Avery, Sarah. 1990. "Blanche Moore finally gets days in court." News and Record (Greensboro, NC), October 15: 1. Catanoso, Justin. 1990. "Arsenix suspect Moore: temptress or churchwoman." News and Record (Greensboro, NC), October 23: 1. —. 1990. "Moore breaks her silence." News and Record (Greensboro, NC), November 8: 1. —. 1990. "Moore insisted on haircut after poisoning." News and Record (Greensboro, NC), October 26: 1. Catanoso, Justin, and Taft Wireback. 1990. "Blanche sentenced to die." News and Record (Greensboro, NC), November 17: 1. Chapman, Dan. 1989. "Rumors are out of hand, attorney for woman says." Winston-Salem Journal, July 23: 1. Hoke, Kathy. 1989. "2nd body to be exhumed for arsenic." News and Record (Greensboro, NC), July 4: 1. Leland, Eizabeth. 1990. "Moore guilty in arsenic poisoning." The Charlotte Observer, November 15: 1. Nowell, Paul. 1990. "Did prosectution link Moore to arsenic?" The Charlotte Observer, November 13: 1. Schutze, Jim. 1993. Preacher's Girl: The Life and Crimes of Blanche Taylor Moore. New York, NY: Avon. Stinebaker, Joe. 1989. "Moore's friends confused, saddened by recent events." Winston-Salem Journal, July 23: 1. Struck, Doug. 1989. "Pastor's wife: Arsenic and old lace?" Los Angeles Times, August 22. United Press International. 1989. "Accused arsenic killer described as loving person." United Press International, July 29. Williams, Ed. 1986. "Woman sues Kroger, alleges sex harassment." News and Record (Greensboro, NC), January 24. Williams, Ed, and Taft Wireback. 1989. "Why did someone want him dead." News and Record (Greensboro, NC), October 3: 1. Cowritten by Alaina Urquhart, Ash Kelley & Dave White (Since 10/2022)Produced & Edited by Mikie Sirois (Since 2023)Research by Dave White (Since 10/2022), Alaina Urquhart & Ash KelleyListener Correspondence & Collaboration by Debra LallyListener Tale Video Edited by Aidan McElman (Since 6/2025) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hour 1 Segment 1 – A Charlotte Observer article about the CMS investigation of the Crystal Hill and how expensive it will be. Segment 2 – Comments from the text line. A discussion about disgusting habits on airplanes. Segment 3 – John Bolton has made his guilty plea official. Why do we need to be a republic? We need it because people and government are not trustworthy. Segment 4 – Phone calls and text messages. We have the guardrails in the constitution for a reason. Hour 2 Segment 1 – Faith Focus Friday. Quotes from Corrie Ten Boom, and Elizabeth Elliot. Segment 2 – California will be voting on a onetime temporary tax on Billionaires. The founders used to have the states appoint the senators, now they are elected; the people could call for a recall. Is it time to change this. Segment 3 – More discussion about why the founding fathers let the states choose senators. Segment 4 – Iran saw what happened to Kadhafi in Libya after they had given up their weapons as requested when he was killed in 2011. Can you really blame Iran for not wanting to give up their weapons. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 two pieces of legislation in North Carolina. The first is dubbed a "sweeping" election law which isn't really that sweeping. Plus, a new financing tool to help redevelop blighted areas of the state. Also, a HOA in Catawba County highlights the need for reforms at the legislative level.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-kaliner-show--6946691/support.Subscribe to the podcast My preferred podcast platform: SpreakerAll the links to Pete's Prep are free!Get exclusive content here!Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code!Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com  

On this week's show, we celebrate Pride Month and Juneteenth loudly and proudly, spend quality time with new records from Kurt Vile, Elephant Gerald, and Bruce Springsteen, and spin fresh tracks from Jack White, The Last Dinner Party, and Cigarettes After Sex. All this & much, much less! Debts No Honest Man Can Pay is a curated collection of musical eclectica & other noodle stories. The show started in 2003 at WHFR-FM (Dearborn, MI), moved to WGWG-FM (Boiling Springs, NC) in 2006 & Plaza Midwood Community Radio (Charlotte, NC) in 2012, with a brief pit-stop at WLFM-FM (Appleton, WI) in 2004.

Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporter Mike Kaye and columnist Scott Fowler talk about Jalen Coker securing an extension and what that means for the young wideout (1:00). But does that change things for Xavier Legette now? (6:15) And is there a trade to be made among the wide receivers? (10:40) Then, they give their overall impressions of minicamp (13:55) and give one new player they're excited to see at training camp (17:50). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 had a very lengthy piece at his website about how computer screens became the latest fad in education and why it's time for North Carolina to repent from this mistake. Plus, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools settles a lawsuit over a painted rock honoring Charlie Kirk after his assassination.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-kaliner-show--6946691/support.Subscribe to the podcast My preferred podcast platform: SpreakerAll the links to Pete's Prep are free!Get exclusive content here!Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code!Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com  

On a Thursday Drive, WD breaks down a historic 29 point Knicks comeback to go up 3-1 on the Spurs, tells why nobody has the edge in game 5 of the Stanley Cup Finals, Morgan reveals some things you didn't know you needed to know about the World Cup, and Alex Zietlow, of the Charlotte Observer, joins to tell what an Xavier Legette breakout year could do for the Carolina Panthers.

Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow offer thoughts on the week of practice from WR David Moore and what he brings to the team (1:25). Then, they talk about what they make of Xavier Legette so far in camp (11:15). Former Panthers TE Dominique Dafney joins the show to talk about life after football, his tight end rankings and thoughts on a minicamp with Dave Canales (14:25). Then, they empty the OTA notebook with some moments that stood out to them in Tuesday's practice (34:10). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 what he calls the "North Carolina criminal justice policy cycle" - where the state cracks down on crime, jails get overcrowded, and pressure builds to let more dangerous criminals out. We are in that final stage of the cycle right now.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-kaliner-show--6946691/support.Subscribe to the podcast My preferred podcast platform: SpreakerAll the links to Pete's Prep are free!Get exclusive content here!Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code!Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com  

The Cheat Sheet is The Murder Sheet's segment breaking down weekly news and updates in some of the murder cases we cover. In this episode, we'll talk about cases from Indiana, North Carolina, and Michigan.The Charlotte Observer's report on the arrest of Johnny Steven Talbert for the murders of Donna Barnhardt, and Darrell Noles at the Sun Drop Bottling Company: https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/crime/article315888339.htmlMichigan Live's report on Omar Brogdon's killing of Orhan Hosic: https://www.mlive.com/news/flint/2026/05/man-sentenced-to-life-for-fatal-shooting-in-facebook-marketplace-sale-gone-wrong.htmlCheck out our upcoming book events and get links to buy tickets here: https://murdersheetpodcast.com/eventsPre-order our book on Delphi here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/shadow-of-the-bridge-the-delphi-murders-and-the-dark-side-of-the-american-heartland-aine-cain/21866881?ean=9781639369232Or here: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Shadow-of-the-Bridge/Aine-Cain/9781639369232Or here: https://www.amazon.com/Shadow-Bridge-Murders-American-Heartland/dp/1639369236Join our Patreon here! https://www.patreon.com/c/murdersheetSupport The Murder Sheet by buying a t-shirt here: https://www.murdersheetshop.com/Check out more inclusive sizing and t-shirt and merchandising options here: https://themurdersheet.dashery.com/Send tips to murdersheet@gmail.com.The Murder Sheet is a production of Mystery Sheet LLC.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Every place has a flavor that tells its story, and that story might be reason enough to plan a trip. That's the idea behind a food trail—a travel journey dedicated to the best food or drink in a destination. You might spend a weekend chasing barbecue across  North Carolina, or work your way up the Maine coast one lobster roll at a time. Food trails can transform a meal into a full-on adventure, offering travelers a deeply personal way to connect with a place, its people, and its history.In this episode, host Angie Orth is joined by food and travel writer Kayleigh Ruller, a contributor to Food & Wine, Eater, and the Charlotte Observer, based in New York and North Carolina. With years of experience exploring culinary cultures across the country, Kayleigh brings both local expertise and a journalist's curiosity to the growing phenomenon of food trail travel.You'll learn what makes a food trail more than just eating your way through a city, how to plan one that fits your schedule and appetite, and why the best food trails are often the ones you build yourself. Kayleigh shares her own standout trails, her most memorable food trail experiences, and thoughtful guidance on how to engage respectfully with the cultural traditions you encounter along the way.What You'll Learn:3:22 What a food trail actually is and how to plan the perfect one around your interests7:16 The most memorable food trail experiences Kayleigh has had12:46 California food trails you have to try20:33 Unexpected food trails worth building a whole trip around27:06 How to engage respectfully with cultural cuisines and food traditionsIs there a food trail you're excited about? Tell us in the comments! Connect with Kayleigh Ruller:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayleighruller/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kayleighruller3383Connect with AAA:Book travel: https://aaa-text.co/travelingwithaaa Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprisesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprises

Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow offer thoughts on OTAs this week, including a number of players unavailable such as Tetairoa McMillan (1:10) and an update on Jonathon Brooks' status (4:00) before talking with former Panthers QB PJ Walker about retiring, his new venture and memories of playing in Carolina (7:10). Then, they empty the OTA notebook with some moments that stood out to them in Tuesday's practice (32:50). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 North Carolina GovernorJosh Stein's "troubling" economic development plan as well as former Governor Jim Hunt's "forgotten education agenda."Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-kaliner-show--6946691/support.Subscribe to the podcast My preferred podcast platform: SpreakerAll the links to Pete's Prep are free!Get exclusive content here!Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code!Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com  

On this June 2, 2026 episode of The News & Observer's Under the Dome politics podcast, host and Capitol bureau chief Dawn Vaughan is joined by Charlotte Observer politics and government reporter Mary Ramsey for a closer look at the upcoming House Oversight hearing about legislation in the wake of a 6 year-old girl's death. And the NC General Assembly's two unaffiliated lawmakers both represent Charlotte and Mecklenburg County districts. Plus the latest on the race to replace Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles. Stay tuned to the end for their picks for Headliner of the Week. Host: Dawn Vaughan Guest: Mary Ramsey Producer: Kevin Keister Want even more North Carolina politics news? Our Under the Dome newsletter dives deep into all things #ncpol and legislative happenings. It's sent to your inbox Sunday to Friday. Sign up here. Please consider supporting local journalism with a subscription to The N&O. If you're already a subscriber, thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow offer thoughts on OTAs so far, including a Bryce Young "blow up" (1:30) and how the rest of the quarterback class is looking (8:35). Then, they go over how Jonathon Brooks has looked early on (10:30) and early impressions of Jaelan Phillips and Devil Lloyd (13:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 five of the proposals from the North Carolina legislature to make changes to the state constitution. Two proposals have already been approved to go to voters this November. Three others are making their way through the General Assembly. Plus, Charlotte's rejection of a plan to widen I-77 likely means no congestion relief for another decade or two.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-kaliner-show--6946691/support.Subscribe to the podcast My preferred podcast platform: SpreakerAll the links to Pete's Prep are free!Get exclusive content here!Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code!Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com  

On this week's show, we spend quality time with new records by Social Distortion and Kacey Musgraves, spin fresh tracks from The Waterboys, The Rolling Stones and Caroline Rose, and celebrate 50 years of one of the greatest protest songs of all time. All this and much, much less! Debts No Honest Man Can Pay is a curated collection of musical eclectica & other noodle stories. The show started in 2003 at WHFR-FM (Dearborn, MI), moved to WGWG-FM (Boiling Springs, NC) in 2006 & Plaza Midwood Community Radio (Charlotte, NC) in 2012, with a brief pit-stop at WLFM-FM (Appleton, WI) in 2004.

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 the catch-and-release turnstile criminal justice system in North Carolina, as well as some potential candidates for Charlotte Mayor after the incumbent announced her resignation.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-kaliner-show--6946691/support.Subscribe to the podcast My preferred podcast platform: SpreakerAll the links to Pete's Prep are free!Get exclusive content here!Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code!Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com  

This episode is presented by Create A Video – Andrew Dunn is the publisher of Longleaf Politics and  a contributing columnist to The Charlotte Observer. We discuss the business model of toll roads on I-77 through Charlotte and the cringey answer NC Senator candidate Sam Page gave about school vouchers while attending the teachers union rally.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-kaliner-show--6946691/support.Subscribe to the podcast All the links to Pete's Prep are free!Get exclusive content here!Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code!Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com