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WUNC Politics

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North Carolina
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Hurricane Helene
Josh Stein
Community Development
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Mark Robinson
North Carolina Politics
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Donald Trump
Durham
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North Carolina Legislature
Department Of Motor Vehicles
Economic Development
Election Integrity
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Wendell
2026 U.S. Senate Race

The “WUNC Politics Podcast” is a free-flowing discussion of what we're hearing in the back hallways of the General Assembly and on the campaign trail across North Carolina.

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Democratic Congressman Don Davis is considered one of the most endangered incumbents in the country this year, after state lawmakers redrew his 1st Congressional District boundaries to make it more Republican. But some polls show Davis still has a le... more

Democrats are hoping to pick up seats in the legislature this year to bolster Gov. Josh Stein’s vetoes, but to expand their margins, they’ll have to defend seats they flipped two years ago. That includes House District 32 in Vance and Granville count... more

There's only one seat on the N.C. Supreme Court on this November's ballot, and while the outcome won't change the partisan makeup of the state's highest court, it could help determine whether Democrats have a shot at retaking the court majority in 20... more

Research Triangle Park has been a driving force in North Carolina’s growth, but it started with a group of business and political leaders who saw potential to capitalize on the area’s three universities.

70 years ago, the region around Raleigh, Durh... more

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Recent Guests

Bryan Sossamon
Republican candidate for state house in Granville and Vance counties
Republican Party (District 32 candidate)
Episode: An N.C. House rematch in an ultra-competitive district
Bryan Cohn
Democrat, former Oxford City Commissioner, candidate for state house
Democratic Party (District 32 candidate)
Episode: An N.C. House rematch in an ultra-competitive district
Anita Earls
Associate justice, NC Supreme Court (seeking second term)
North Carolina Supreme Court
Episode: Meet the N.C. Supreme Court candidates
Sarah Stevens
Republican candidate for NC Supreme Court
NC Supreme Court candidate
Episode: Meet the N.C. Supreme Court candidates
Mack Paul
Real estate attorney and co-author of Miracle Road, The Story of Research Triangle Park
Co-author, Miracle Road
Episode: How Research Triangle Park became an economic juggernaut
Staci Meyer
Director of the Office of State Human Resources
North Carolina Office of State Human Resources
Episode: Big changes for state workers and government hiring
Rufus Edmisten
Former North Carolina Attorney General, former Secretary of State, former Deputy General Counsel to the Watergate Committee
Public service, law practice
Episode: Catching up with Rufus Edmisten at 85
Allen Chesser
Representative, Republican from Nash County; chair of House committees on regulatory reform and blockchain and digital assets
North Carolina General Assembly
Episode: A six-year-old's death prompts new child welfare safeguards
Dr. Eric Cunningham
Superintendent of Halifax County Schools
Halifax County Schools
Episode: NC's rural school funding challenges

Host

Colin Campbell
Capitol Bureau Chief and host with extensive experience covering NC politics and government.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 88 ratings
  • After the change of locus from politics, why this title?

    I was an avid listener in the past but after the previous host left it is meaningless. Inside the legislature journalism seems extinct now. Unfollowing, sadly.

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    shirokuma1407
    United States3 years ago
  • An excellent deep dive into NC politics

    The biweekly format with a one-on-one interview and a panel discussion is a welcome development. I cannot, however, recommend playing a drinking game around Becki Gray’s use of “I think we need to be really careful...” to deflect from some conservative controversy or scandal. You’ll be blotto well before the pod ends.

    UPDATE: Since I’m an unaffiliated moderate squish, let me be balanced and offer a comment on the left-wing commentator. Would it be possible to get a little variety, like the pod... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    slaintejoe
    United States4 years ago
  • Cream of the Crop

    This is easily one of the best, most comprehensive podcasts covering North Carolina politics. I would know, I’ve tried them all. Come for informed viewpoints, quality coverage, and (importantly when compared to a few other NC pol pods) competent production. Five stars for Jeff, the guests, and the whole crew. Thank you for providing this resource.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Garrett W 1996
    United States4 years ago
  • Not really balanced

    Purports to present both sides, but is still very slanted. Very little nuance in presentation of views.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Eruson
    United States4 years ago
  • Wow!

    A political discussion where both sides aren’t yelling and screaming. I love it. Everyone engages in civil discourse in a respectful and informative manner. Both sides bring valid points. Kudos for keeping it real…

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Day Day Mac
    United States5 years ago

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Civil, data-driven discourse is a common point of praise, with calls for maintaining thoughtful debate.
Overall, production quality and guest expertise are frequently highlighted as strengths.
Listeners appreciate in-depth, informed state-level political analysis and accessible explanations of complex budget issues.

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Can Congressman Don Davis defeat a gerrymander?
Q: Your district obviously was drawn by the legislature last year in an effort to make it harder for you to win re-election. How are you approaching your campaign, particularly in the counties where you're not the incumbent congressman that may not know you as well as the places that you've been serving before?
Colin asks about redistricting and how Davis plans to reach voters in new areas, to which Davis emphasizes outreach, listening to communities, and presenting a record of delivering projects and funding across the district.
Meet the N.C. Supreme Court candidates
Q: What role does prior legislative experience play in your readiness for the Supreme Court, and how do you manage potential conflicts of interest from past work?
Experience informs understanding of how laws are written and how to anticipate practical implications of rulings, while recusal and transparent consideration are essential when there is a potential conflict with past actions.
Meet the N.C. Supreme Court candidates
Q: How would you describe your judicial philosophy, and how does it compare to others on the bench?
The core is upholding the state constitution and applying the law neutrally, treating all parties equally, and avoiding letting personal or political agenda drive decisions.
Meet the N.C. Supreme Court candidates
Q: From your perspective, why should voters pay closer attention to this race and what's at stake in how this Supreme Court race plays out?
Voters should care because the court interprets the Constitution and can affect everyday issues—from voting rights and education funding to how laws are applied—so the outcomes influence people's lives far beyond courtroom walls.
How Research Triangle Park became an economic juggernaut
Q: What role did desegregation and regional politics play in RTP's development?
Desegregation framed the region as a relatively moderating influence in the South, with careful local handling of integration and public school policies that made the Triangle appear more stable for business. Hodges and state leaders balanced economic development with gradual desegregation, which helped attract companies concerned about stability and predictable operating environments.

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What is WUNC Politics about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program centers on North Carolina politics, governance, and policy, mixing one-on-one interviews with lawmakers and officials with panel discussions. Episodes often explore budget fights, transportation funding, education, public health, and environmental issues, grounding conversations in how state decisions affect local communities. Notable strengths include access to high-ranking officials and deep dives into legislative processes, financing mechanisms, and policy trade-offs, often illustrated with real-world case studies from North Carolina's towns and institutions. Listeners likely include policy professionals, public sector staff, and engaged citizens who want clear analysis and firsthand perspectives on state government and its ... more

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2. Bryan Cohn
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4. Sarah Stevens
5. Mack Paul
6. Staci Meyer
7. Rufus Edmisten
8. Allen Chesser

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