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Carolina Newsmakers

Don Curtis
North Carolina
Economic Development
Community Colleges
University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Tourism
Agriculture
Workforce Development
North Carolina Department Of Administration
North Carolina Chamber Of Commerce
Healthcare Costs
Ports
Research Institutions
Foreign Direct Investment
Ukraine
North Carolina Council For Women and Youth Involvement
Electric Vehicles
Human Trafficking
Infrastructure
Economic Growth In North Carolina
Incentives

A weekly public affairs program featuring stories that affect our day-to-day lives - from the local economy to crime to social programs to taxes and education.

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Latest Episodes

North Carolina Commerce Secretary Lee Lilley discusses the state’s economic outlook, business recruitment priorities and how North Carolina competes across the Southeast. The conversation also explores workforce development, rural investment, infrast... more

Carolina Newsmakers presents a special tribute to former North Carolina Governor Jim Hunt, reflecting on his life, leadership and lasting impact on the state. The program includes conversations with former Governor Pat McCrory, long-time aide and com... more

Commissioner of Labor Luke Farley joins Don Curtis to discuss North Carolina's latest ranking in workplace safety as well as the steps his department is taking to reduce workplace accidents and protect employees.

Andy Ellen, President and General Counsel of the North Carolina Retail Merchants Association, discusses the retail and economic outlook for 2025, key legislative issues, technology’s role in shaping consumer habits and what’s ahead for the state’s re... more

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Mike Causey
Insurance Commissioner of North Carolina
North Carolina Department of Insurance
Episode: NC Commissioner of Insurance Mike Causey
David Crabtree
CEO of PBS North Carolina, formerly known as WUNC-TV
PBS North Carolina
Episode: David Crabtree, CEO of PBS North Carolina
Dr. David McLennan
Professor of Political Science and Director of the Meredith Poll at Meredith College
Meredith College
Episode: Dr. David McLennan, Meredith College
Elaine Marshall
North Carolina Secretary of State, the first woman elected to a statewide executive office in North Carolina.
North Carolina Secretary of State
Episode: NC Secretary of State Elaine Marshall
Mitch Kokai
Senior Political Analyst for the John Locke Foundation
John Locke Foundation
Episode: Mitch Kokai, Senior Political Analyst for the John Locke Foundation
Bob Phillips
Executive Director of Common Cause North Carolina
Common Cause North Carolina
Episode: Bob Phillips, Executive Director of Common Cause North Carolina
Travis Fain
Former journalist and communications consultant
Episode: Travis Fain - CTF Communications (Second Half)
Donna King
Executive Vice President of John Locke Foundation, Editor-in-Chief of the Carolina Journal
John Locke Foundation
Episode: Donna King - Executive Vice President, John Locke Foundation
Dr. Mike Walden
William Neal Reynolds Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Agricultural and Resource Economics at NC State University.
North Carolina State University
Episode: Dr. Mike Walden - William Neal Reynolds Distinguished Professor, NC State University

Hosts

Don Curtis
Host of Carolina Newsmakers, bringing a wealth of experience in journalism and public affairs to the discussion.
Travis Fain
Former journalist, now a communications consultant, specializing in media and communications within the framework of North Carolina politics.

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State Treasurer Brad Briner
Q: What are your thoughts on the recent changes that have been approved for the health plan?
The state health plan has faced financial challenges and adjustments, including a deficit that requires careful financial management and decisions to maintain its sustainability.
Donna King, Executive Vice President of the John Locke Foundation
Q: How do we in North Carolina still cope with the problem that we have about 70 counties that are not doing all that well, and about 30 counties that are just growing by leaps and bounds?
One of the challenges that we have is our power grid, getting energy to these areas.
Donna King, Executive Vice President of the John Locke Foundation
Q: What are the other big takeaways that you came away with, in your opinion, from this most recent Carolina Journal poll?
About 63% of people, voters in this poll said that they are concerned with crime in their neighborhoods.
Commissioner of Insurance Mike Causey
Q: What is the importance of the SHIP program?
SHIP helps seniors navigate Medicare and can save them significant amounts on prescriptions and insurance complexities.
Commissioner of Insurance Mike Causey
Q: What advice do you have for preparing for hurricane season?
Be prepared by knowing what to do before, during, and after a storm and having an emergency kit ready.

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1. Mike Causey
2. David Crabtree
3. Dr. David McLennan
4. Elaine Marshall
5. Mitch Kokai
6. Bob Phillips
7. Travis Fain
8. Donna King

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