Podcast appearances and mentions of Roy Cooper

With the midterms three months away, the stakes are heating up. Abdul El-Sayed, a Democratic candidate for Senate in Michigan, and Roy Cooper, the Democratic nominee for Senate in North Carolina, join to discuss. Abby Livingston and Harry Sisson also join The 11th Hour with Ali Velshi. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Political strategist Morgan Jackson on Mark Robinson's collapse, Trump's inroads with NC Democrats, and how it feels to watch a campaign come back from the dead.If you want to understand North Carolina politics, you gotta talk to Morgan Jackson. For nearly three decades, he's been behind some of the state's biggest political wins, including Roy Cooper's historic 2016 upset (the first defeat of a sitting NC governor), Cooper's 2020 re-election, and Josh Stein's landslide win in 2024. Co-founder of Nexus Strategies, Jackson now serves as chief political advisor to both Governor Stein and Attorney General Jeff Jackson, and he's a go-to source for outlets like the New York Times and Politico. He joins the Holler to explain how Mark Robinson's campaign imploded on its own words, why lifelong Democrats are voting for Trump, and what it actually takes to pull a campaign back from the dead.Join the Holler Here!

On Friday's Mark Levin Show, the Iranian regime cannot be overthrown from the air alone. We need to take an aggressive posture without ground troops: provide arms to the Iranian resistance movements, destroy Kharg Island (through which 85% of Iran's oil and gas flows, much of it to China), and rebuild later with private investment. Don't listen to the isolationists who favor an Iran deal. Meanwhile, we need to support Ukraine's licensing to build Patriot missile systems while withholding F-35s from Erdogan, who threatens Israel and Greece, occupies a third of Cyprus, and pursues neo-Ottoman ambitions. Also, an estimated 60,000 or more Moroccans and others from North Africa have invaded Spain, breaking into stores, burning cars, and rioting. Socialists, like Spain's PM, Marxists, and the Democrat Party create such conditions worldwide by opening borders and, in the U.S., by refusing to enforce immigration law. Democrats created unlawful sanctuary cities and states that nullify federal immigration statutes, withhold information from ICE, and encourage well-funded radical left groups to obstruct enforcement—even of those who have committed serious crimes. Later, Michael Whatley, the Republican Senate nominee in North Carolina, calls in and reports strong momentum after touring all 100 counties, where voters consistently seek a fighter focused on family success, economic opportunity, and safe communities rather than the record of his opponent, former Governor Roy Cooper. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

During Hour 4, Segment 1 of The Charlie James Show on July 29, 2026, host Charlie James engages with callers on local political figures and corporate controversy. Caller Don from Shelby shares his thoughts on North Carolina politics—expressing support for Josh Stein over Roy Cooper and Ralph Norman in South Carolina—while criticizing Dr. Anthony Fauci. Charlie then transitions to a controversy involving Tractor Supply Company, recounting how a hot dog vendor in Spring Lake, NC, was reportedly banned from company property by a regional manager for wearing a MAGA hat, despite prior permission and free service to employees. Highlighting the company's past corporate pledges and silence on the matter, Charlie criticizes the brand's actions before taking a call from Robert in Mills River, who quips about Dr. Fauci's legacy.

With the 2026 midterm elections less than 100 days away, it a great time to check in with one of the state's foremost experts on politics and elections, Western Carolina University Professor of Political Science, Chris Cooper. This past week, Newsline got a chance to catch up with Cooper for an extended conversation in which we delved into an array of front burner topics. In Part One of our chat, we focused on the issue of our elections, themselves – how they're run, how President Trump has repeatedly sought to sow distrust in their honesty and how they're run, and how Trump's Republican allies in North Carolina have taken a number of recent actions that they say will improve voting and elections, but that critics argue are really just thinly disguised efforts to discourage participation by voters the GOP fears will vote for Democratic candidates. In Part Two of our conversation, Cooper shared some of his thoughts on the career of longtime South Carolina U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham in light of his recent passing, as well as his take on the state of two high-profile North Carolina races on the ballot this fall – the U.S. Senate Race between Roy Cooper and Michael Whatley and western North Carolina congressional race between Chuck Edwards and Jamie Ager. Click here to listen to the full interview with Western Carolina University political scientist Chris Cooper.

Round 2 with Roy Cooper! We sat down with the Former Governor and US Senate Candidate to crack a cold Sun Drop and find out what he's hearing across North Carolina on his "Make Stuff Cost Less" Tour. Along the way, we discuss why everything is so expensive now, what Medicaid cuts mean for NC families, whether members of Congress should be trading stocks, and who his favorite Hurricanes player is.Join the Holler Today!PatreonSubstackWebsite

Tune in here to this ​Thursday edition of Breaking With Brett Jensen! Breaking Brett Jensen kicks off the show by discussing the removal of two media representatives from Roy Cooper's event in Gaston County. Jensen explains that one represented the North State Journal and the other represented The Blue Ridge Times. He says the incident reflects Cooper's previous pattern of dealing with the media and discusses how news organizations should respond to situations like this. Jensen also shares audio of himself confronting Cooper at a 2021 news conference after the former governor refused to answer his questions during COVID-19 press briefings. 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.

Tune in here to this Friday edition of Breaking With Brett Jensen! Breaking Brett Jensen kicks off the show by sharing his interview with U.S. Senate candidate Michael Whatley. Whatley begins by criticizing Roy Cooper's failure to focus on public safety. He then discusses his campaign and the issues he believes are most important to North Carolina voters. Additionally, Whatley highlights his support from law enforcement and shares his thoughts on foreign policy in Iran and Israel. Later, Jensen speaks with U.S. Rep. Tim Moore, who discusses the recent passage of the Stop Insider Trading Act in the U.S. House. Moore also shares his thoughts on another legislative priority, the SAVE America Act. 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.

You’re listening to American Ground Radio with Stephen Parr and Louis R. Avallone. This is the full show for July 21, 2026. We open with a 29-year-old Democratic Socialist named Milat Kiros who just defeated a 15-term congresswoman in Colorado's Democratic primary — with the backing of the DSA and Bernie Sanders — and who has told voters exactly what she believes: that America is exploitative and extractive, that ICE is a terror apparatus, that Israel's military aid should end, and that the existing world order needs a reckoning. We note that she arrived in America because her father won the U.S. diversity visa lottery — a program that saved her family from an Ethiopian civil war and famine — and that she earned degrees at Washington College and Notre Dame Law School on American soil. We are not speculating about her worldview. She has put it in writing. And she is one general election away from Congress in a district Republicans haven't won in half a century. We say what needs to be said: believe people when they tell you who they are. In our Top 3 Things You Need to Know, the federal government suspended $867.5 million in Medicaid payments to California and $199 million to Minnesota after CMS reviews flagged high-risk fraud in home health and other services — with CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz saying the administration is done chasing stolen funds after they've already left the building. Then New Jersey's Democratic Governor Mikey Sherrill revealed that a software glitch allowed 6,000 non-citizens to register to vote in 2023 and 2024, with 400 of them actually casting ballots — a story the governor got ahead of before the DOJ could, and one that makes the case for the SAVE Act more powerfully than any speech. And 100 New York state lawmakers sent letters to the congressional delegation demanding ICE be abolished — the same ICE that exists because Congress decided in 2002 that someone should enforce federal immigration law. We also cover the Trump administration's discovery that the federal government has been sending nearly $100 million per year to dead people — and has now stopped. The fix required asking one basic question: is the person we're sending this check to still alive? That question, apparently revolutionary in Washington, was answered by comparing 885 million federal payments against death records. Government doesn't have a revenue problem. It has a stewardship problem. Our American Mamas Teri Netterville and Kimberly Burleson debate whether they'd go back to old TV over smart TVs — and the answer is a resounding yes, for reasons that go beyond nostalgia. Streaming costs more than cable ever did, smart TVs are listening and tracking everything, you can no longer skip commercials, the content is ideologically slanted, and nobody can find anything. Teri misses Blockbuster. Kimberly misses the DVR. Both agree that horizontal screens make sense because human eyes are horizontal — and that vertical video on phones is a waste of the aspect ratio God gave us. We dig deep into former North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper's early release of 4,234 prisoners following an NAACP lawsuit arguing that incarceration is racist — a number that exceeded the 3,500 agreed to in the settlement and included 99 sex offenders and 24 people convicted of murder. Within five years, 2,412 of those released — a 57% recidivism rate — had committed new crimes and been rearrested, including charges of rape and murder. Among those released and later arrested for murder was the man accused of stabbing Ukrainian immigrant Iryana Zyrutska to death on a Charlotte train. Roy Cooper is now the frontrunner for the North Carolina Senate seat. We say plainly: we should stop rewarding failure. There are people dead in North Carolina today because their governor let violent criminals out of prison to kill again. We also cover the State Department's follow-up report confirming that Cuba is actively helping Iran, Hamas, and other jihadist organizations expand their influence throughout the Western Hemisphere — connecting the dots between communist Cuba's survival dependence on American adversaries and the broader axis of pressure being applied to the United States from multiple directions simultaneously. No single threat defeats us. Together, they create friction, consume resources, divide attention, and complicate national security. All of it from 50 miles off the coast of Florida. For our Bright Spot, Texas Representative Andy Hopper wrote a letter responding to a Mexican senator who demanded that Texas stop enforcing its border laws because migrants were dying trying to cross illegally. Hopper's response is worth reading in full — citing Texas independence, the Alamo, San Jacinto, and the sovereign right of every nation to determine who enters its territory. He also told Mexico directly: we will not accept border policy instruction from a government that has allowed cartels to dominate vast regions of its own territory. Abandoning enforcement would not save lives. It would guarantee the cartels more victims, more profits, and more power. We call it exactly what it is — a bright spot. We also cover New York City's welfare rolls hitting 865,000 cash assistance recipients under Mayor Mamdani — up from a low of 336,000 under Mayor Bloomberg — and note that a democratic socialist does not view this as a crisis. He views it as an achievement. We view it as what happens when you promise free things and then wonder why more people ask for them. We also discuss the case of a 29-year-old woman who died after a ChatGPT conversation that increasingly centered on themes of sacrifice, death, and resurrection — with the AI telling her she would need to die before becoming who she was meant to be. We make the distinction between a mentally healthy person who reads letting your old self die as a metaphor for personal growth, and someone already struggling with depression or delusion who reads it as instruction. AI is a language tool. It produces eloquent, resonant language. It does not know who is reading it. And we close with Scottish runner Josh Kerr breaking the world mile record in London — running the mile in 3 minutes and 42 seconds to break Hicham El Guerrouj's record that had stood since 1999, the longest anyone had held the official world mile record since records began. In front of 60,000 fans, a man ran a mile in the time it takes most of us to find the remote. May your pursuit of happiness bring you joy. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts, visit AmericanGroundRadio.com, and join the conversation at 866-AGR-1776!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. We discussed President Trump's national address on election fraud, the state of North Carolina's US Senate race, and Roy Cooper's family apparently owned a bunch of slaves. Plus, an update on the Iran War.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 Vince Coakley Radio Program | Monday, July 20th, 2026. Hour 1 Segment 1 – Show rundown | NC Senate race update Segment 2 – Caller Flight wants to talk Roy Cooper's record on crime Segment 3 – WBT test line weighs in on NC senate race | GOP talks McConnell absence Segment 4 – Latest on War with Iran Hour 2 Segment 1 – Meditation Monday Segment 2 – More US fatalities announced in War with Iran Segment 3 – Cyclospora outbreak update Segment 4 – Show wrapSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The political aftermath of Lindsey Graham's death sees South Carolina politics suddenly thrown wide open—but the political consequences could extend far beyond one Senate seat.In this special summer edition of Dixie Dems, Bob Gatty of South Carolina, Arthur Hill of North Carolina, and Robert Thompson of Georgia examine the fight to replace Graham, Donald Trump's endorsement of Graham's sister, and the Democrats hoping to capitalize on a rapidly changing political landscape.The discussion also covers:• Whether Democrats can pull off major upsets in South Carolina• Republican efforts to restrict early and Sunday voting in North Carolina• Growing election controversy and FBI involvement in Georgia• The campaigns of Roy Cooper, Jon Ossoff, Keisha Lance Bottoms, Jermaine Johnson, John Vincent, and Dr. Annie Andrews• Allegations involving voter-roll manipulation and so-called “ghost voters”• Why voters throughout the South should check their registration before the midtermsCould Lindsey Graham's death help trigger a political transformation in the South—or will Republicans tighten their grip on elections to protect their power?Join the conversation in the comments.Dixie Dems: The South has a voice—and it's blue.Subscribe to Lean to the Left for progressive news, interviews, and political commentary from across the South.#DixieDems #LindseyGraham #SouthCarolinaPolitics #SouthernPolitics #Democrats #ElectionIntegrity #VoterSuppression #LeanToTheLeftCHAPTERS: 00:00 Welcome to Dixie Dems00:35 Graham Death Fallout01:11 Trump Endorsement Talk04:09 GOP Field Opens Up05:18 North Carolina Race Update07:56 Election Board Power Grab10:17 Turnout and Registration Surge11:09 Georgia Election Fiasco Claims15:00 Ossoff Humor and Debate Talk17:13 Georgia Senate Stakes18:36 Downballot Races Spotlight19:19 Voter Roll Purges Warning20:49 Martha Zoller Backstory22:29 South Carolina Fry vs Vincent24:03 Haley Talk and Upset Scenarios26:01 Ghost Voters Investigation28:50 How to Volunteer and Wrap-Up

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin says states who do not take certain steps to safeguard election security will lose federal counterterrorism grant money, and he promises to aggressively pursue voter fraud cases; He spoke the day after President Donald Trump gave a primetime address on election fraud, claiming U.S. election infrastructure has vulnerabilities, China has been amassing U.S. voter data and a quarter million illegal voters are on U.S. rolls; North Carolina U.S. Senate Republican nominee Michael Whatley accuses his Democratic opponent Roy Cooper of being soft on crime, in that very closely watched race that will likely help decide which party controls the Senate after this year's election; U.S. & Iranian military trade fire for a sixth night since the collapse of the ceasefire; House Financial Services Committee Chair French Hill (R-ARK) pushes the Senate to join the House and pass a cryptocurrency and digital asset bill known as the CLARITY Act; Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney asked about U.S. lawmaker complaints about the wildfire smoke coming down from Canada and choking many U.S. cities; British Labour Party officially elects a new leader, Andy Burnham, who will on Monday become the new Prime Minister, replacing Keir Starmer, who is resigning. We will talk about the swap with C-SPAN's Westminster Correspondent Peter Knowles. (49) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tune in here to this Friday's edition of the Brett Winterble Show! Brett kicks off the program by talking about President Donald Trump’s recent address and the reaction from major media outlets. Brett discusses his surprise over the details Trump presented, saying he was impressed by the focus and delivery of the speech. Brett questions why some outlets appeared hesitant to cover the claims and information highlighted during the address. Brett also explores concerns about foreign interference, election-related issues, and the broader political impact of the topics discussed. We're joined by Michael Whatley from his U.S. Senate campaign to talk about criminal justice policies in North Carolina and the debate over former Governor Roy Cooper’s prisoner release decisions. Whatley discusses his concerns surrounding the release of inmates during Cooper’s administration and the impact those decisions had on public safety. Listen here for all of this and more on The Brett Winterble Show! For more from Brett Winterble check out his YouTube channel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in here to this Friday's edition of the Brett Winterble Show! We're joined by Michael Whatley from his U.S. Senate campaign to talk about criminal justice policies in North Carolina and the debate over former Governor Roy Cooper’s prisoner release decisions. Whatley discusses his concerns surrounding the release of inmates during Cooper’s administration and the impact those decisions had on public safety. He highlights cases involving individuals who were later accused of committing additional crimes after being released and argues that accountability and protecting citizens should be the top priorities of government. Brett and Whatley also discuss potential legislative hearings, the need for transparency, and what Whatley believes voters should know as the Senate race continues. Whatley shares information about his campaign efforts and encourages listeners to learn more about the issues shaping North Carolina’s future. Listen here for all of this and more on The Brett Winterble Show! For more from Brett Winterble check out his YouTube channel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in here to this ​Friday edition of Breaking With Brett Jensen! Breaking Brett Jensen kicks off the show by discussing Michael Whatley's press conference in Cabarrus County. Jensen notes the event was well attended, with approximately 110 attendees, including a judge, two sheriffs, two state representatives and a state senator. He also says he secured one-on-one interviews with several participants, beginning with Cabarrus County Sheriff Van Shaw. Shaw discusses public safety during former Gov. Roy Cooper's administration. Later, Jensen interviews North Carolina Rep. Grant Campbell and Sen. Brad Overcash. Both legislators share their thoughts on Roy Cooper's tenure, among other topics. 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.

Tonight on The Last Word: A judge accuses Todd Blanche of giving “misleading” testimony. Also, a judge says Trump's IRS suit was filed for “improper purpose.” And the Supreme Court decision on campaign finance could help Republicans in North Carolina. Andrew Weissmann, Rep. Jamie Raskin, and Roy Cooper join Lawrence O'Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

You’re listening to American Ground Radio with Stephen Parr and Louis R. Avallone. This is the full show for July 10, 2026. We open with a Senate map conversation nobody on the left wants to have — Democrats need to win every single toss-up race in November to take control of the chamber, while Republicans need only one. We walk through the Cook Political Report and Sabato's Crystal Ball projections, the four toss-up races that will decide everything — Alaska, Maine, Michigan, Ohio, and North Carolina — and why Republican overconfidence is still premature even with the structural advantage. We also explain why Graham Plattner's implosion in Maine may not be the gift Republicans assumed it was, why Roy Cooper is very likely to pick up North Carolina, and why Ken Paxton is making a race in Texas far closer than it has any business being. In our Top 3 Things You Need to Know, President Trump refused to sign the bipartisan housing bill — saying he won't put pen to paper until Congress passes the SAVE Act — but the bill will become law without his signature anyway, and House Republicans plan to celebrate its passage regardless. Then Trump fired the remaining members of the Election Assistance Commission, citing the Seila Law decision as precedent and issuing a statement that the president reserves the right to remove individuals not fully aligned with the task of securing America's elections. And eight men from across the country — Ohio, Nebraska, Missouri, Washington, California, and West Virginia — have been indicted for plotting a drone and sniper attack on the UFC fight at the White House lawn, with all eight now arrested and facing life in prison. We also cover Joy Behar warning that President Trump is practically destroying democracy — and we note that the one place in America where a democratic election result was genuinely made null and void was the 2024 Democratic presidential primary, where Kamala Harris never won a single vote outside the convention floor. The Democrat Party is the party of projection. Whatever they accuse you of doing, they have already done. Our American Mamas Teri Netterville and Kimberly Burleson answer a listener question about Type 1 and Type 2 fun — and the conversation becomes a beautiful tribute to feral childhood. Type 1 fun is a roller coaster — thrilling in the moment, forgotten by morning. Type 2 fun is hiking in sleet, throwing rocks at alligators on the bayou, going off into the woods alone for hours while your parents had absolutely no idea where you were. The kind of fun that shapes you, scares you, and becomes the story you're still telling at 50. Teri and Kimberly worry that today's children — tracked by phones, sheltered from consequence, raised on Dateline — are growing up on Type 1 fun and missing the Type 2 experiences that built the people they became. We dig deep into California's 2022 decision to decriminalize loitering with intent to commit prostitution — signed by Governor Newsom on the grounds that 56% of those arrested were Black women, making it, in his telling, a racist law. The results, documented by City Journal and investigative journalist Abigail Schreier, are exactly what common sense predicted. Prostitution spiked immediately. Human trafficking followed. LAPD officers at the 77th Street Station rescued 123 children in 2024 — nearly eight times the number rescued in 2022, the year before the law took effect. Police now report seeing 14-year-old girls in G-strings on Los Angeles streets and having no legal authority to intervene. We make the case plainly: the left is not trying to reduce crime. It is trying to reduce the number of people arrested for crime. Those are not the same thing — and the difference is being paid for by the most vulnerable people on the streets. We also revisit a 1950 speech by Joseph McCarthy — and note that whatever his excesses, his core distinction holds up: there have always been two kinds of Democrats, the millions of loyal Americans who vote the ticket and want safe neighborhoods and stable jobs, and a small activist class that has been dragging the party toward something that looks less like democratic socialism and more like the thing McCarthy was warning about. The question in 2026 is whether that activist class is still the minority. Then it's Fake News Friday — including a California HOA fining residents for flying the American flag, activists pushing schools to teach Black English and girl math, Adam Sandler officiating Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding, a BB gun attack on a mosque that turned out to be carried out by a Muslim man, Iran threatening to kill President Trump at Khomeini's funeral, a new Broadway musical called Dolly about Dolly Parton, and CNN airing a quote from a fake congressman who runs a parody account. Justin Trudeau is now a backup dancer in a Katy Perry video. Spoilet Alert: that one's real. For our Bright Spot, weekly unemployment claims came in at 215,000 — with the January through July average of 213,000 representing the lowest sustained jobless claim numbers since 1968 and 1969, when the country had a third fewer people and the Vietnam draft was pulling hundreds of thousands of men out of the civilian workforce. We call it what it is — a labor market that is outperforming history in a country that was told it couldn't. And we close with words of wisdom on patriotism — from Calvin Coolidge, Edward Abbey, Adlai Stevenson, and Charles de Gaulle. You've got to love your country enough to tell the truth about it, defend it when it's right, and fight to make it better. May your pursuit of happiness bring you joy. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts, visit AmericanGroundRadio.com, and join the conversation at 866-AGR-1776!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Graham Platner announces he's ending his Senate campaign, and Maine Democrats scramble to replace him. Dan and Alex Wagner discuss the state of the race, what it'll take to get a new name on the ballot, and why so many (but not Alex) were wrong about Platner. Then, they discuss Trump restarting the war with Iran, the administration's socialist plan to lower gas prices for a select few in Philadelphia, and why Trump is trading in his new Air Force One for the old one. Finally, former North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper talks to Dan about his campaign for Senate and what it'll take to flip the Tar Heel State blue for the first time since 2008.For a closed-captioned version of this episode, click here. For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com and include the name of the podcast, episode title, and episode date.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.politix.fmBrian's vacation continues for a second week, so Matt is joined by Caitlin Legacki, a Democratic strategist and Third Way fellow, to talk about some of the less-covered but more-successful 2026 senate recruits starting with former North Carolina governor Roy Cooper. In this episode Matt and Caitlin discuss: * Why objectively successful red state governors struggle to obtain national attention. * The constraints and upsides of dealing with an opposition legislature.* The New South tradition of business-friendly pro-growth Democrats. * Applications of these points to Alaska, Michigan, and other states that lack the underlying economic strength of California or New York. Paid subscribers also get to hear about the left's misguided attacks on former Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo and a brief update on events in Maine. Further reading:* Roy Cooper's tough on crime ad campaign.* What Mary Peltola means when she says she's “pro-fish.”* The American Prospect complains that the Commerce Secretary met with commercial enterprises.

This episode is presented by Create A Video – Former North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper is rewriting his record of four decades in elected office - taking credit for things the Republican legislature accomplished while ignoring his support for Democrat policies that created the problems he now promises to fix if he is elected to the 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  

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.politix.fmBrian's vacation continues for a second week, so Matt is joined by Caitlin Legacki, a Democratic strategist and Third Way fellow, to talk about some of the less-covered but more-successful 2026 senate recruits starting with former North Carolina governor Roy Cooper. In this episode Matt and Caitlin discuss: * Why objectively successful red state governors struggle to obtain national attention. * The constraints and upsides of dealing with an opposition legislature.* The New South tradition of business-friendly pro-growth Democrats. * Applications of these points to Alaska, Michigan, and other states that lack the underlying economic strength of California or New York. Paid subscribers also get to hear about the left's misguided attacks on former Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo and a brief update on events in Maine. Further reading:* Roy Cooper's tough on crime ad campaign.* What Mary Peltola means when she says she's “pro-fish.”* The American Prospect complains that the Commerce Secretary met with commercial enterprises.

Wednesday, July 1, 2026 Today, Today, Birthright Citizenship hangs on by a thread while transgender rights and campaign finance are gutted by the Supreme Court; the Justice Department is now zero for eleven in voter roll smash and grab; Donald gave a secret $500m no-bid contract to Clark Construction for his ballroom; Meta contractors posed as teenagers to prompt rival chatbots about suicide, sex, and drugs; a federal judge orders Donald to end his efforts to kill Hudson Tunnel funding; a judge rules that nursing is a professional degree for student loan purposes but drops theology; former North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper holds a 14-point lead over Republican Michael Whately in the state's open US Senate race; the Alaska Supreme Court rules that Dan Sullivan can be on the state's primary ballot; the New Jersey Rep that has been missing for months - Tom Kean - has reappeared; DC will pay $50k to a man detained while protesting the National Guard using the Star Wars Imperial March; plus Allison and Dana deliver your Good News. 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The Supreme Court handed Trump more executive power today by granting him the ability to fire agency chiefs. The Court also ruled that the 4th Amendment extends to digital location data. And they rejected Trump's appeal to overturn E. Jean Carrol's $5 million sex abuse case. Plus, we're joined by former North Carolina Governor and current U.S. Senate candidate Roy Cooper on his race to help Democrats take back the upper chamber. And Nebraska's Independent U.S. Senate candidate Dan Osborn, who's got the support of the Democrats. Lina Khan, Melissa Murray, Roy Cooper, and Dan Osborn all join The 11th Hour with Ali Velshi. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tonight on The Last Word: Senate Republicans cave to Donald Trump on the Iran war vote. Also, a federal judge blocks Trump's executive order limiting mail ballots. Plus, Democrats are linking Republicans to Trump's affordability failures. And ​France confirms the first Ebola case outside of Africa. Sen. Chris Van Hollen, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Roy Cooper, and Nicholas Enrich join Lawrence O'Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On today’s edition of The Scott Jennings Show, Scott examines the political and legal implications of the Supreme Court’s latest immigration ruling, along with the economic issues and election dynamics shaping the road to the midterms. Rep. Marlin Stutzman joined the program to discuss housing affordability, the SAVE America Act, Republican economic priorities, and the outlook for the upcoming elections. Then, Scott chats with Sen. Rick Scott and they focused on the key issues facing Washington and the conservative agenda. The show also featured Jill Simonian of PragerU Kids on civics and education, political analyst Henry Olsen breaking down recent election results and the competing factions within the Republican Party, and Scott’s commentary on Roy Cooper’s latest campaign messaging and congressional oversight of the U.S. Postal Service. https://www.besthotgrill.com https://www.chevon.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 discuss two pieces of proposed legislation in the North Carolina General Assembly. One - called "Make E-Verify Great Again" - would change the requirements for businesses to screen for illegal aliens during hiring. The other would mandate social media platforms implement protections for kids under the age of 16 who are exposed to their addictive apps. Also, as Governor, Roy Cooper hosted an imam with ties to Hamas.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  

MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas reports on Donald Trump's approval absolutely collapsing in North Carolina as Democrats look poised to win the open Senate Seat there and Meiselas speaks with former North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper who is running for the Senate Seat and is ready to turn that seat blue.  Remember to subscribe to ALL the MeidasTouch Network Podcasts: MeidasTouch: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/meidastouch-podcast Legal AF: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/legal-af MissTrial: https://meidasnews.com/tag/miss-trial The PoliticsGirl Podcast: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-politicsgirl-podcast Cult Conversations: The Influence Continuum with Dr. Steve Hassan: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-influence-continuum-with-dr-steven-hassan The Weekend Show: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-weekend-show The Ken Harbaugh Show: https://meidasnews.com/tag/the-ken-harbaugh-show Majority 54: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/majority-54 On Democracy with FP Wellman: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/on-democracy-with-fpwellman Uncovered: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/maga-uncovered Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Ezzell, Director of the North Carolina Governor's Highway Safety Program, was in his early 20s when his father, Sen. Jim Ezzell, died on Capital Boulevard in Raleigh on the eve of session starting in 1991.   That loss not only changed Mark's life forever, it also created an opening in the North Carolina Senate for a young House member named Roy Cooper. But this story is about more than politics, it's also about perseverance and grace.   Senator Ezzell, who lived with cerebral palsy, and his wife made the intentional decision to adopt a child with a disability. At age eight, Mark was adopted from foster care and welcomed into a family that saw his potential, not his limitations. Born with spina bifida, Mark has spent his life navigating challenges from a wheelchair while building a successful career in public service, including his work today of preventing highway fatalities.   Plus, Skye and Brian unpack another busy week: state budget negotiations continue, a moratorium on certain property tax increases heads to Governor Stein's desk, political news, a state senator has his eyes on a mayor's office, and graduation ceremonies are getting out of hand.   The Do Politics Better podcast is sponsored by New Frame, the NC Travel Industry Association, the American Heart Association, the NC Pork Council, the NC Realtors, Heal the System NC, and the NC Healthcare Association.

On today’s edition of The Scott Jennings Show, Scott examines the biggest political and policy stories shaping the national conversation, with a particular focus on immigration enforcement, border security, campaign finance, and the future of American politics heading into 2026. Scott is joined by presidential historian Tevi Troy discussing the cultural and political significance of a proposed UFC event at the White House as part of America’s 250th anniversary celebration, while Rep. Tom McClintock joined the show to discuss the Deport Alien Gang Members Act, funding for CBP and ICE, sanctuary city policies, and California’s evolving political landscape. House Majority Leader Steve Scalise provided updates on congressional priorities, the Congressional Baseball Game, and ongoing scrutiny of ActBlue’s fundraising practices. In hour two, retired Lt. Gen. Keith Kellogg discussed major national security challenges and U.S. foreign policy, while RNC Chairman Michael Whatley examined North Carolina’s political future, Roy Cooper’s influence, and the importance of battleground states in the upcoming election cycle. https://www.chevron.com https://www.joincrowdhealth.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on The Last Word: The U.S. launched new “self-defense” strikes on Iran. Also, the majority of GOP voters oppose Donald Trump's $1.776 billion “slush fund.” Plus, North Carolina Democrat Roy Cooper looks to flip a GOP Senate seat. And a new book marks America's 250th anniversary in the era of Trump. Rep. Chris Deluzio, Andrew Weissmann, Roy Cooper, and Eddie Glaude join Lawrence O'Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 discuss her bombshell story about how then-Governor Roy Cooper was forced to flee Raleigh during the 2020 BLM riots. Plus, North Carolina legislative leaders have hammered out a budget deal that includes large raises for teachers, state employees, and law enforcement.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  

Tune in here to this Friday’s edition of the Brett Winterble Show! We're joined by Michael Whatley NC Senate candidate to discuss growing controversy surrounding the release of thousands of inmates during the COVID era under former Governor Roy Cooper. Whatley criticizes the decision to release roughly 3,500 prisoners, arguing the move endangered public safety and led to repeat offenses, including violent crimes and murders allegedly committed by some released inmates. The conversation focuses on concerns over transparency, accountability, and the long-term consequences of pandemic-era criminal justice policies in North Carolina. Brett and Whatley also discuss claims that many of the released inmates had serious criminal histories, including violent offenses and crimes against children. The interview highlights broader debates over bail reform, crime policy, law enforcement support, and public frustration with what critics describe as a revolving-door justice system that prioritizes offenders over victims and communities. Listen here for all of this and more on The Brett Winterble Show! For more from Brett Winterble check out his YouTube ch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is presented by Create A Video – Former North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper reportedly had to be escorted from the executive mansion during the Black Lives Matter riots in Raleigh in 2020. This evacuation was previously unreported, but described in a new story by AP Dillon at the North State Journal. It's still unclear how long Cooper and his family were hidden away at the Emergency Operation Center, but he returned at some point to march with the mob in a brief stroll around the mansion while he raised his fist in the air in solidarity with the protesters.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 – 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 discuss the attention that former North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper is getting for releasing thousands of prisoners - more than half of whom went on to re-offend. Plus, more details on the rampant fraud that is apparently driving Medicaid costs through the roof across 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  

This episode is presented by Create A Video – Independent journalist Stephen Horn has compiled a searchable database of all the prisoners former NC Governor Roy Cooper released during the pandemic, and the total is 4,234. Not the 3,500 previously reported. Horn says the data also shows nearly 57% re-offended after their release.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  

Tune in here to this Friday’s edition of the Brett Winterble Show! Brett kicks off the program with Pete Kaliner for this edition of The Hangover as they discuss California’s troubled high-speed rail project, skyrocketing government spending, and political dysfunction on the West Coast. The conversation dives into the massive cost overruns tied to the rail system, farmland disputes, eminent domain concerns, and frustration from California residents over state leadership. Brett and Pete also touch on celebrity candidates, campaign spending, and the culture of perpetual political campaigns, including the role of wealthy donors and political consultants We’re joined by Kirsten Pels from the Republican National Committee to discuss rising concerns over progressive policies in major Democrat-led cities, crime and prison release policies tied to Roy Cooper, and the national debate surrounding immigration and border security. Kirsten outlines Republican concerns over crime trends in North Carolina, arguing that soft-on-crime policies have led to dangerous consequences across the state. The conversation also focuses on victims of crimes committed by undocumented immigrants and the role border enforcement plays in public safety debates. Listen here for all of this and more on The Brett Winterble Show! For more from Brett Winterble check out his YouTube channel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in here to this Friday’s edition of the Brett Winterble Show! We’re joined by Kirsten Pels from the Republican National Committee to discuss rising concerns over progressive policies in major Democrat-led cities, crime and prison release policies tied to Roy Cooper, and the national debate surrounding immigration and border security. Kirsten outlines Republican concerns over crime trends in North Carolina, arguing that soft-on-crime policies have led to dangerous consequences across the state. The conversation also focuses on victims of crimes committed by undocumented immigrants and the role border enforcement plays in public safety debates. Listen here for all of this and more on The Brett Winterble Show! For more from Brett Winterble check out his YouTube chan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Jim Acosta Show’s Jim Acosta stops by to talk about Trump’s unlawful aggression against his enemies. Former North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper joins us to discuss his run for the Senate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in here to this Monday's edition of the Brett Winterble Show! Brett kicks off the program by talking about rising tensions in the Middle East and growing concerns over global instability. He frames the escalation involving Iran as part of a long-standing pattern of conflict, arguing that unconventional warfare and regional disruptions—like threats to oil infrastructure and activity near the Strait of Hormuz—are likely to გაგრძელ over time. Brett suggests the situation may stretch into the fall, tying geopolitical strategy to U.S. domestic politics and the upcoming midterm elections. Later Brett turns his focus to former North Carolina governor Roy Cooper, criticizing what he describes as a pattern of avoiding direct questions from reporters in public settings. He highlights repeated attempts by journalists to ask about early prisoner releases during Cooper’s administration, including cases involving serious crimes, and argues that the lack of response creates frustration and fuels public concern. Listen here for all of this and more on The Brett Winterble Show! For more from Brett Winterble check out his YouTub See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are political words just words—or are they shaping real-world consequences? Tara breaks down the escalating rhetoric, media framing, and the dangerous feedback loop between messaging and action. ⚡ EPISODE SUMMARY In today's episode, Tara digs into how political rhetoric is escalating across media and leadership circles—and why it matters more than ever. From commentary surrounding Donald Trump to statements made by figures like Roy Cooper, Stacey Abrams, and Kamala Harris, the episode explores how language like “threat,” “dictator,” and “authoritarian” is shaping public perception. Tara also examines the role of influencers such as Hasan Piker and how rhetoric from both political figures and media personalities can contribute to heightened tensions. The episode raises a critical question: when repeated messaging paints opponents as existential threats, does it risk pushing unstable individuals toward extreme actions? This is a deep dive into narrative-building, media responsibility, and the real-world impact of political discourse.

Tara breaks down the escalating rhetoric surrounding President Trump, exposing what she calls a dangerous “double standard” in media and politics. From late-night comedy to campaign trails, she connects the dots between language, influence, and real-world consequences—arguing that words matter more than ever in today's political climate. ⚡ EPISODE SUMMARY In this episode, Tara dives deep into what she describes as a coordinated pattern: inflammatory rhetoric on one side paired with justification from political leadership on the other. She highlights commentary from figures like Jimmy Kimmel and political voices including Kamala Harris, Stacey Abrams, and Roy Cooper—arguing that repeated framing of Donald Trump as a “threat” or “tyrant” contributes to a broader narrative. Tara also examines how messaging, media coverage, and selective outrage shape public perception—and asks whether the rules are being applied equally across political lines.

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump fails to end his “war of choice” in Iran. Also, the Cook Political Report shifts three key Senate races toward Democrats. Plus, The Wall Street Journal reports that Trump promises mass staff pardons before leaving office. And a new book details USAID dismantling under Donald Trump and Elon Musk. Sen. Mark Warner, fmr. Gov. Roy Cooper, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, and Nicholas Enrich join Lawrence O'Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week's episode, longtime aides to former governor and current U.S. Senate candidate Roy Cooper join Tim to talk about all things North Carolina politics. Sadie Weiner and Ford Porter shaped Cooper's messaging for a decade. Now, as they start their own firm, they join Tim to dish some behind-the-scenes stories, what it was like to message as COVID-19 hit and through multiple destructive hurricanes.

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 US Senate race in North Carolina between Michael Whatley and Roy Cooper and the recent spate of polling that has been coming out. Plus, Mooresville town commissioners ask the pantsless mayor to resign. He refuses. 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.

In this solemn Good Friday edition of John Solomon Reports, we reflect on the significance of sacrifice and renewal as we approach Easter. Host John Solomon shares heartfelt thoughts on the importance of faith and gratitude, honoring those who have made sacrifices for our freedoms, including the recent loss of soldiers in the Iran conflict.In the first segment, Congressman Tim Burchett from Tennessee joins us to discuss his push for a ban on stock trading by individual members of Congress, aiming to eliminate conflicts of interest and promote transparency in government. We delve into the challenges he faces from entrenched political interests.Next, we welcome Michael Whatley, the leading Republican candidate for Senate in North Carolina, who is gearing up for a tough race against former Governor Roy Cooper. Whatley highlights the urgency of his campaign, particularly in light of violent incidents linked to criminal justice policies, including the tragic case of Irena, a young Ukrainian woman.In the third segment, we hear from Father Frank Pavone, a prominent voice for the pro-life movement, who shares his insights and reflections for Easter. His powerful message resonates with the themes of renewal and hope during this sacred time.Finally, David Bozell from the Media Research Center joins us to discuss the importance of accountability in journalism, shedding light on the responsibility of the legacy media to report the truth.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Donald Trump is so enamored of his White House ballroom pet project that he talks about it every chance he gets, regardless of the setting. Sometimes it seems like he wishes Americans would be as distracted by it as he is. But now a judge has put a halt to the project, reminding Trump that he is a steward of the White House, not the owner, and requiring him to get approval from Congress first. Donald Trump has no idea how to fix the mess he has made with his attack on Iran, and now it seems he may not even try and may instead dump the challenge of re-opening the Strait of Hormuz on them. At the same time, several European allies are not allowing the U.S. to use their facilities or even cross their airspace in connection with Trump's war. Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling (ret.), former commanding general of the U.S. Army, Europe, and Michael McFaul, former U.S. ambassador to Russia discuss. Donald Trump was aleady unpopular with Americans before he started his random war with Iran, and now with the cost of living made even more difficult with soaring gas prices, Trump's approval is cratering. Former North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper, Democratic candidate for Senate, joins to discuss. Rep. Eric Swall joins to discuss pushing back on Trump's bullying, and the effort to hold Trump accountable for January 6 even as Trump has pardoned all of his faithful rioters from that day. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tonight on The Last Word: Oil prices fall after Donald Trump retreats on Iran strikes. Also, Trump sends ICE to airports amid the TSA funding fight. And the North Carolina race is key to Democrats taking the U.S. Senate. Rep. Adam Smith, Amos Hochstein, Rep. James Walkinshaw, and former Gov. Roy Cooper join Lawrence O'Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

At Temple Israel synagogue in West Bloomfield Township, Michigan, 41-year-old Ayman Mohamed Ghazali, a Lebanese-born naturalized U.S. citizen, allegedly rammed a truck into the building near the early childhood center, breached doors, drove down a hallway, and engaged in gunfire with security officers, who shot him. No children or synagogue members were killed or seriously injured. Separately, at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, 36-year-old Mohamed Bailor Jalloh, a former Virginia Army National Guard member previously convicted and imprisoned for attempting to provide material support to ISIS, entered a classroom during an ROTC session, shouted "Allahu Akbar," and opened fire, killing one and injuring two others. He was subdued and killed by ROTC cadets. The FBI is investigating both incidents as potential acts of terrorism or targeted violence. Is Iran activating sleeper cells? We Also Cover: Democrats propose highest tax hike.  Four U.S. service members killed in Iraq. Pete Hegseth is eating steak & lobster? War propaganda from the White House. NASA Artemis is READY? 00:00 Pat Gray UNLEASHED! 01:32 Dems Push for Tax Increases 06:21 Four U.S. Service Members Killed 06:59 Old Dominion University Shooting 09:15 Attack on Michigan Synagogue 11:46 Trump on Synagogue Attack 12:20 Trump on Destroying Iran 13:51 Severely Injured Ayatollah 17:12 Trump Signs National Women's Month Proclamation 19:19 The Rising Price of Oil 20:21 Scott Bessent on Oil 22:58 Elissa Slotkin on Russia Assisting Iran 25:54 Pete Hegseth Eating ALL the Steaks & Lobsters? 31:53 Fat Five 43:14 Advanced U.S. War Tech 49:19 John Cornyn is Not Happy with Reporter 53:19 Roy Cooper's PR Guy Thrown Under the Bus 55:02 Update on Snapchat Teacher 1:04:06 Live Chat's Warning for Kris 1:06:39 AI Encouraging Suicide?! 1:14:06 More White House Iran Videos 1:16:28 The Trivialization of War 1:18:12 Jeffy DESTROYS Kriz Cruz! 1:18:41 More Discussion of White House Iran Videos 1:20:01 Karoline Leavitt's Pregnancy 1:24:03 AI in the Medical Field 1:26:41 NBC Fires Tony Dungy 1:29:34 Stanton Healthcare Billboard Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Laugh Lines, Penn and I sit down with former North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper to talk about bridging divides in a world that feels angrier by the minute. And yes, we know - politics can feel exhausting. But this conversation felt different. It felt human. It felt hopeful. It made us smile.Governor Cooper shares why he believes we are not as divided as social media makes us think, what it takes to work across party lines, and how faith has shaped his life of public service. We also talk about Penn's Dad, UNC basketball, and a reminder that community happens in real life, not just in the comment section.If you've been feeling weary about the state of things, we hope this conversation gives you a breath of fresh air. True leadership stands in someone else's shoes, values decency, and doesn't try to divide. Thanks for being here with us. We love to hear from you! Leave us a message at 323-364-3929 or write the show at podcast@theholdernessfamily.com. You can also watch our podcast on YouTube.To learn more about Roy Cooper visit: https://roycooper.com/Visit Our ShopJoin Our NewsletterFind us on SubstackFollow us on InstagramFollow us on TikTok Follow us on FacebookLaugh Lines with Kim & Penn Holderness is an evolution of The Holderness Family Podcast, which began in 2018. Kim and Penn Holderness are award-winning online content creators known for their original music, song parodies, comedy sketches, and weekly podcasts. Their videos have resulted in over three billion views and over nine million followers since 2013. Penn and Kim are also authors of the New York Times Bestselling Books, ADHD Is Awesome: A Guide To (Mostly) Thriving With ADHD and All You Can Be With ADHD. They were also winners on The Amazing Race (Season 33) on CBS. Laugh Lines is hosted and executive produced by Kim Holderness and Penn Holderness, with original music by Penn Holderness. Laugh Lines is also written and produced by Ann Marie Taepke, and edited and produced by Sam Allen. It is hosted by Acast. Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.