WUNC Politics

WUNC Politics

Author: WUNC News Language: English Episodes: 100
Tune in for the conversations happening behind the headlines across the state. WUNC Politics, from the journalists at WUNC News, moves beyond the official statements and press conferences to bring you the context and candid insights shaping North Carolina. Each episode feels like catching up with a well-informed friend who just left the floor of the General Assembly or a key campaign stop, translating the day’s political maneuvers into something relatable and clear. You’ll hear directly from reporters about the whispers in the legislative hallways, the shifting dynamics on the trail, and the real-world impacts of policy debates. This isn't about partisan scoring; it's about understanding the how and why of Tar Heel politics. The podcast delivers a grounded, weekly perspective that helps make sense of the rapid changes in our state's government and elections. For anyone curious about the forces driving decisions in Raleigh and beyond, this is an essential listen. The analysis is sharp, the reporting is trustworthy, and the discussion always points toward what it all means for the people who live here. Dive into the nuanced and often surprising stories that define political life in North Carolina.
Episodes
Stein's top Helene recovery official makes the case for more funding [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:16
As state lawmakers debate how much money is needed for the latest Helene recovery package, Gov. Josh Stein’s administration is making the case for $1.07 billion to help western North Carolina rebuild. Matt Calabria, dire…
Influential GOP consultant looks back at 50 years in NC politics [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:31
Raleigh-based Republican consultant Carter Wrenn has had a front-row seat to decades of political history. He’s worked for the campaigns of U.S. Sen. Jesse Helms and Ronald Reagan starting in the 1970s. He’s now written…
Main Street NC: Midway tries to stay rural while becoming a town [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:21
This is the fifth episode in a new season of our Main Street NC series. We're visiting communities across the state to hear from local leaders about the positives going on in their towns, and the challenges they face. Mi…
Main Street NC: Aurora builds infrastructure to lure jobs [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:53
This is the fourth episode in a new season of our Main Street NC series. In the coming months, we’ll be visiting communities across the state to hear from local leaders about the positives going on in their towns, and th…
Main Street NC: Southeast Raleigh's gentrification challenge [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:44
This is the third in a new season of our Main Street NC series. We're visiting communities across the state to hear from local leaders about the positives going on in their towns, and the challenges they face. Historical…
Main Street NC: Mitchell County's Helene recovery needs [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:44
This is the second in a new season of our Main Street NC series. In the coming months, we’ll be visiting communities across the state to hear from local leaders about the positives going on in their towns, and the challe…
Main Street NC: Fountain's musical rebirth [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:20
This is the first in a new season of our Main Street NC series. In the coming months, we’ll be visiting communities across the state to hear from local leaders about the positives going on in their towns, and the challen…
Why women are underrepresented in NC politics [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:53
"Women are underrepresented at every level of North Carolina politics": that’s the eye-catching title of a chapter in a new book called "Anatomy of a Purple State: A North Carolina Politics Primer." The book’s author, Ch…
Making sense of NC's election results [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:41
The election results are in, and while a few races here in North Carolina are still too close to call, we’re popping into your podcast feed to share post-election analysis from WUNC’s Due South. Colin Campbell joined som…
Down The Ballot: NC Legislature [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:13
For the final installment of our Down The Ballot series, we’re turning to the races for state legislature. The district lines drawn by GOP lawmakers will virtually ensure that Republicans keep at least a majority in the…