
A weekly look at North Carolina politics and the North Carolina General Assembly from two lobbyists’ perspectives. Hosted by lobbyists Brian Lewis and Skye David.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 200 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | PoliticsNews | |||

As 2025 comes to a close, the podcast takes a wide-angle look back at the year in North Carolina politics. Skye and Brian are joined by Lucille Sherman, founder of Birdseye Strategies (and former Axios reporter), and Bryan Anderson, politics reporte... more
The storied Army–Navy Football Game is Saturday afternoon and Sens. Warren Daniel and Bob Brinson, both West Point graduates, and Rep. Eric Ager, a proud Naval Academy alum, are featured guests on this week's pod.
Together, they talk about the tradi... more
In this latest installment of the pod's #MeetTheFreshman series, Skye and Brian sit down with Sen. Chris Measmer, who was appointed to the Senate following former Majority Leader Paul Newton’s resignation earlier this year.
A multi-generation Cabarr... more
Hannah Preston is using her voice and platform at Influence NC to inspire young voters to get involved in the political process. Hannah talks about what motivated her to found Influence NC, what she's doing to reach young voters through social media... more
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I started listening to DPBP about 9 months ago and have loved it since day one! I work in state government and in the last years have been intrigued with state politics and policy (NCGA has drastically changed my department in the last year), I enjoy the banter back and forth and the fair opinions/representations the host give. I am no doubt a conservative on most matters but this podcast definitely gives me hope that no matter how far right or left you may fall there is always room to do politi... more
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Lobbyists lobbing softball questions at and joking around white supremacists, neo-fascists, January Sixth co-conspirators, and more.
After the events of January Sixth, a truly disgusting, ignorant podcast.
In the way too crowded podcast space, Do Politics Better stands out as a MUST-LISTEN.
Skye and Brian are duo that brings informative, insightful, and entertaining views of North Carolina politics to the table. I have to admit, I used to think I really knew NC politics and culture, but man was I wrong. These two are always getting me to think in a more in-depth, thoughtful manner, that leaves me really, really thinking. I am always leaving wanting to know more and anxious for the next epis... more
My favorite political podcast out, love that it highlights local issues and the hosts mix a little bit of fun/quirkiness into their shows, too.
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Insights into state governance and legislative processes take center stage in discussions surrounding North Carolina politics. Each episode typically features interviews with key political figures, including local legislators and political strategists, addressing current events, ongoing debates, and voter engagement in the state. Themes of bipartisanship, public advocacy, and the experiences of policymakers are common, alongside explorations of specific issues such as healthcare, education, and budgetary decisions. Notably, the hosts leverage their backgrounds as lobbyists to provide a nuanced perspective, calling for civility and collaboration amid the complex political landscape. This podcast is characterized by engaging conversations tha... more
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Recent guests on Do Politics Better Podcast include:
1. Lucille Sherman
2. Bob Brinson
3. Eric Ager
4. Warren Daniel
5. Chris Measmer
6. Hannah Preston
7. Dr. Andy Jackson
8. Rick Glazier
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