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Kelly McCullen is the host of State Lines, a weekly roundtable public affairs show that features political analysts, journalists and elected officials. Kelly also serves as executive producer to several PBS-NC public affairs shows, including Side by Side with Nido Qubein and The NC Listening Project. The Clinton native also talks about his start in broadcasting at a regional AM radio station in Sampson County, his path to TV journalism, and his witness to political change in the General Assembly over the last 20 years. Plus, Skye and Brian talk about the devastation in western NC caused by Helene, 2 new court cases, new polling, #TOTW, and more. The Do Politics Better podcast is sponsored by New Frame, the NC Travel Industry Association, the NC Beer & Wine Wholesalers Association, the NC Pork Council, and the NC Healthcare Association.
This week's episode follows reaction to North Carolina's $22.225 billion dollar budget plan agreed to by the House and Senate. Alexandra Sirota and Barry Smith offer their take on the budget priorities. Marc Rotterman, host of North Carolina Channel's "Front Row," explains how the budget could be used on the campaign trail & how the McCrory/Cooper race shapes up. This is the 2016 season final
State lawmakers hear different perspectives on school funding. Kelly McCullen discusses the issue further with Sen. Josh Stein. We continue our series of UNC campus profiles with North Carolina Central University. Beth Dehghan of Women NC & two of the group's scholarship fellows discuss this year's projects with the UN's Commission on the Status of Women.
UNC-TV senior political correspondent Kelly McCullen is joined by Colonel Francis De Luca and Morgan Jackson to discuss the 2014 Election in North Carolina.
Kelly McCullen showcases the 2014 NC State Fair sampling the food, taking in the competitions, & learning how officials keep fairgoers safe during the annual family-favorite event.
Jonathan Barfield, Jr. is running for NC's 7th Congressional district. Surry Community College's Viticulture & Enology program is gaining international renown. Kelly McCullen tours the flower show at the NC State Fair. And Tar Heel Traveler Scott Mason visits a Warrenton group famous for making birdhouses.
Senior Legislative correspondent Kelly McCullen talks with Governor Pat McCrory about the issues of importance to NC.
Kelly McCullen talks with Larry Larson of Larry's Beans, checks out a "coffee cupping" where customers sample the products in a manner similar to a wine tasting, attends a barista throwdown to see some amazing coffee art, meets barista Andrew Brash, & takes in a "pour over" demonstration as he learns how NC is brewing up big business with coffee.
State lawmakers hear different perspectives on school funding. Kelly McCullen discusses the issue further with Sen. Josh Stein. We continue our series of UNC campus profiles with North Carolina Central University. Beth Dehghan of Women NC & two of the group's scholarship fellows discuss this year's projects with the UN's Commission on the Status of Women.
State lawmakers hear different perspectives on school funding. Kelly McCullen discusses the issue further with Sen. Josh Stein. We continue our series of UNC campus profiles with North Carolina Central University. Beth Dehghan of Women NC & two of the group's scholarship fellows discuss this year's projects with the UN's Commission on the Status of Women.
State lawmakers look into the implementation of the Read to Achieve Law. Kelly McCullen discusses the issue further with Sen. Phil Berger. Heather Burgiss learns how Chris Dutcher uses his disease to teach children about people with different disabilities. And Catherine Chao gives us a preview of the 35th annual Minority Health Conference.
NC legislators look into state regulators' approval process for engineering projects. Kelly McCullen discusses the issue further with Rep. Chris Millis. David Hains tours Charlotte Douglas International Airport. And CPA Haleh Modasser shares financial planning tips during National Financial Wellness Month.
Lawmakers look into the Community Work Crews program. Kelly McCullen talks further on the issue with Rep. Jason Saine. Heather Burgiss looks into efforts to aid & study the striped bass population along the Cape Fear River. And author Jason Mott talks about his debut novel - The Returned.
State lawmakers review the rising cost of caring for older inmates in NC prisons. Kelly McCullen talks further about the issue with Sen. Mike Woodard. A high-tech puppet show is presenting an old craft in a new light. And Dean Susan Jaffe of the UNCSA School of Dance talks about the programs underway at the school.
NC legislators discuss altering state rules for local environmental ordinances. Kelly McCullen talks further on the issue with Rep. Chuck McGrady. A nationally-known venomologist joins ECU to treat & study snake bites. Morehead Planetarium played an important role in training early astronauts.
As we celebrate the 20th anniversary of North Carolina Now, we look back at the history of the show, our reporters share some of their favorite things about the show, & we talk with NC Now's original hosts John Bason & Audrey Kates-Bailey.
Kelly McCullen presents a special on how several companies in the Tar Heel State have taken moonshine from being an illegally produced liquor to making white lightning legit. Kelly also heads to the kitchen with award winning cook Jan Matthews-Hodges to dish out some unique recipes featuring banana bread and apple and brie with a "hint" of hooch.
Kelly McCullen talks with Larry Larson of Larry's Beans, checks out a "coffee cupping" where customers sample the products in a manner similar to a wine tasting, attends a barista throwdown to see some amazing coffee art, meets barista Andrew Brash, & takes in a "pour over" demonstration as he learns how NC is brewing up big business with coffee.
From the farm to the table, Kelly McCullen takes a look at sweet potatoes, one of North Carolina's biggest crops.
PTO Today has named the Parent Teacher Association of Weatherstone Elementary in Cary as the Parent Group of the Year for its outstanding focus on Academics and Enrichment for its Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) program. Kelly McCullen reports on this school's achievement.
PTO Today has named the Parent Teacher Association of Weatherstone Elementary in Cary as the Parent Group of the Year for its outstanding focus on Academics and Enrichment for its Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) program. Kelly McCullen reports on this school's achievement.
The Joint Legislative Oversight Commission on Energy Policy takes up the issue of "fracking" in our state. Kelly McCullen continues the conversation with Energy & Public Utilities Committee Chair Rep. Mike Hager. And Dr. Tom Linden takes an in-depth look at the process & implementation of fracking. Plus Artistic Director Robert Weiss gives us a preview of the new season of the Carolina Ballet.
The Joint Legislative Oversight Commission on Energy Policy takes up the issue of "fracking" in our state. Kelly McCullen continues the conversation with Energy & Public Utilities Committee Chair Rep. Mike Hager. And Dr. Tom Linden takes an in-depth look at the process & implementation of fracking. Plus Artistic Director Robert Weiss gives us a preview of the new season of the Carolina Ballet.
We continue our series on NC 's community colleges with Wilson Community College. A look back at the career of NC A&T School of Business Dean Quiester Craig. Kelly McCullen talks with NC Secretary of Public Safety Frank Perry. Alan Alda leads a discussion on how modern brain scans are being used in criminal cases.
Kelly McCullen talks with Governor Pat McCrory about his first 5 months in office & his work with the state legislature. The Carolina Charter of 1663 celebrates its 350th anniversary. And Jeannine Sato of Durham Connects talks about the organization's mission to increase child well-being.
Kelly McCullen examines how a 30-million dollar shot in the arm investment at UNC-Pembroke's Nursing Program has resulted in new facilities and state of the art training aids. (Robeson Co.)
Kelly McCullen examines how a 30-million dollar shot in the arm investment at UNC-Pembroke's Nursing Program has resulted in new facilities and state of the art training aids. (Robeson Co.)
Kelly McCullen looks into the audit of the state IT system. Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition is drawing record crowds. And Dr. Carolyn Dunn talks about the State Obesity Prevention Plan
The NC General Assembly convenes in advance of the 2013 long session. Kelly McCullen talks with political analyst Jonathan Kappler, learns about the upcoming session agenda from House Speaker Thom Tillis & Sen. President Pro Tem Phil Berger, as well as gets insights from Rep. Larry Hall and Sen. Josh Stein.
The NC General Assembly convenes in advance of the 2013 long session. Kelly McCullen talks with political analyst Jonathan Kappler, learns about the upcoming session agenda from House Speaker Thom Tillis & Sen. President Pro Tem Phil Berger, as well as gets insights from Rep. Larry Hall and Sen. Josh Stein.