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Flag Football coach at Green Level High School Shawn Patil discusses the recent surge flag football popularity

2

Owner of the Rialto Theater Hayes Permar discusses the Bond Film Festival that the Rialto will be hosting starting on Tuesday

3

Founder of Moms for Mental Health Jillian Amodio discusses the warning signs for mothers and men at risk of suicide

4

Elon University Poll Director Jason Husser discusses the latest Elon poll where Roy Cooper still leads Michael Watley

5

Prostate Cancer Awareness Month with Dr. Zach Feuer and William Moore

6

Lt. Col. Lisa Klekowski Chair of the American of Military Science at UNC-Chapel Hill discusses the annual 9/11 march that is held at Kenan Stadium

7

Executive Director of the K9 Comeback Project Kristin Maher discusses some of the dogs available for adoption

8

Larry Warner with the NC Aquarium at Roanoke Island discusses NC Aquariums reaching the 50-Year milestone

9

WalletHub Analyst Chip Lupo discusses a new study that looks at the states the vaccinate the most

10

9/11 survivor Michael Dempsey discusses his work to educate future generations and to preserve memories from the 9/11 attacks

11

Amy Brundle with the National Alliance on Mental Illness discusses new 988 signs to expand mental health support awareness

12

Duke University Director of Community Development & Caregiver Support Nicole Clagett discusses a Caregiver Community Event that will be held at Duke

13

Former Governor of North Carolina Pat McCrory discusses security for this year’s elections

14

Dave Glenn with North Carolina Sports Network & Chapelboro.com discusses the latest on the situation at UNC

15

Executive Director of the Greater Raleigh Sports Alliance Scott Dupree discuss the economic impact of The Soccer Tournament

16

David Schanzer Duke University Sanford School of Public Policy discusses the aftermath of 9/11 a quarter century later

17

Former North Carolina Judge Carl Fox discusses why he thinks a mistrial was a good call in the Lindsay Clancy trial

18

Conductor of the Choral Society of Durham Rodney Wynkoop discusses a special performance of Mozart's Requiem commemorating 9/11

19

AACF Executive Director Pam Smith on the 17th Annual African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh

20

Are We on the Brink of Ending Aging? Writer D.T. Max discusses his National Geographic cover story

21

Carolina Hurricanes play-by-play man Mike Maniscalco discusses the Carolina Hurricanes new television deal

22

Vice President of CBC Sports Mike Birling discusses what's going to be happening at DBAP during the Bull's offseason

23

Former North Carolina Associate Supreme Court Justice Bob Orr discusses Berger deciding not to run for re-election as North Carolina Associate Court Justice

24

President of the Black Student Movement at UNC-Chapel Hill Makhi Nash

25

Elizabeth Gaines leader of FUND IRL discusses the $18 Billion settlement that Meta will pay

26

Executive Vice President for the Greater Raleigh Convention and Visitors Bureau Loren Gold discusses the Hurricanes run to the Stanley Cup and how it generated millions for Raleigh

27

President of Wake Tech Community College Dr. Scott Ralls discusses the proposed Workforce Forward Bond

28

Director of Duke University Army Research Center Dr. Miroslav Pajic discusses the center and why it has been created

29

Press correspondent for the Sunrise Movement Izzy Lynn discusses the UNC students protesting outside the G20 Summit In Chapel Hill

30

Chief Tour Officer for PPA Brian Clark discusses the event being held in Cary by the Pro Pickleball Tour

31

Former Morrisville Town Councilman Steve Rao discusses North Carolina hosting a G20 Innovation Ministerial in Chapel Hill

32

CBS17 meteorologist Wes Hohenstein discusses a heat wave hitting central North Carolina to start September

33

CEO of Monumental Lifestyle Charlie Williams discusses a transformative wellness weekend that is set to take place in Raleigh

34

AAA Carolinas spokesperson Tiffany Wright discusses the need for safe driving heading into the Labor Day weekend

35

N.C. State University historian Tim Peeler discusses the passing of longtime N.C. State Wolfpack Network statistician Howard Baum

36

Linday Poe with the N.C. Department of Transportation discusses the return of the “Booze It and Lose It” campaign as Labor Day approaches

37

Former Medical Director for Air Force Pararescue Josh McConkey discusses postpartum psychosis

38

WPTF Weekend Gardener - The Last of Summer (Part 2 of 2)

39

WPTF Weekend Gardener - The Last of Summer (Part 1 of 2)

40

Owner of Rialto Theater Hayes Permar discusses Tim Curry’s legacy and what the Rialto is doing to honor him

41

Executive Director of the Raleigh Convention and Performing Arts Complex Kerry Painter discusses the convention center getting a new name

42

Economics Professor at UNC-Kenan Flagler Business School Gerald Cohen discusses how new Canada tariffs could impact North Carolina housing and car prices

43

WQDR Midday Personality Abby Leigh discusses her memories of Dolly Parton

44

Curator of the Southern Folklife Coalition at UNC Steven Weiss discusses a special Dolly Parton album that is on display at UNC

45

Western Carolina University Political Science Professor Chris Cooper discusses the results of the South Carolina GOP primary

46

Co-president of N.C. State’s Turtle Rescue Team Katerina Slaughter discusses what the Turtle Rescue Team does to help the turtles

47

Spokesperson for CarFax Em Nguyen discusses a study that looks at being behind on car maintenance

48

President of Durham Tech J.B. Buxton discusses a surge in students pursuing health care, IT and trade careers at Durham Tech

49

Indeed spokesperson Matt Berndt discusses Durham being included on Indeed’s Best Cities for Work List

50

High Point University Poll Director Dr. Martin Kifer discusses a new poll that shows Whatley is closing the gap with Cooper in Senate race

51

Amy Sayle with the Morehead Planetarium and Science Center discusses the lunar eclipse that will be visible Thursday night over central NC

52

Writer for the Assembly NC Bryan Anderson discusses the search for a replacement for Chuck Edwards

53

Pastor at Saxapahaw United Methodist Church Rev. Mandy Sayers discusses holding their first service after repairs from Chantal flooding

54

Director of Innovation Hubs and Engagement at Innovate Carolina Sheryl Waddell discusses a fall AI workshop that UNC is launching

55

UNC Health infectious disease specialist Dr. David Wohl discuss expert reports that say COVID-19 activity rising as students head back to school

56

Frontman of WAR Lonnie Jordan on the "Why Can't We be Friends" Anniversary Tour

57

Founder of Varsity NC Nick Stevens discusses a co-op team model that has been proposed by some North Carolina High School athletic directors

58

Executive Director of Emancipate NC Dawn Blagrove discusses the organizations opposition of a discussed curfew for the city of Raleigh

59

Discover Durham President and CEO Cara Rousseau discusses a Record $1.17 Billion spent by visitors in Durham County in 2025

60

Corporate Attorney Sean Preston Discusses Total Loss Driving Accidents

61

Saige Heigel with the Better Business Bureau of Eastern North Carolina gives a back-to-school shoppers guide to cost cutting with planning and strategy

62

Stembler Distinguished Professor of Broadcast Journalism Charlie Tuggle discusses the life and legacy of ESPN co-founder Bill Rasmussen

63

Noel Nickle with the North Carolina Coalition for Alternatives to the Death Penalty discuss why they want the death penalty abolished

64

Founder of Deflock ILM Mark Williams discusses why he opposes Flock Safety surveillance expanding across North Carolina

65

Chair of the North Carolina Democratic Party Anderson Clayton discusses an election rule bill that Governor Stein vetoed

66

Children’s Theatre Company Stage Management Fellow Jada B. Smith discusses her role in CTC and her start in Raleigh

67

Former North Carolina Associate Supreme Court Justice Bob Orr discusses a decision by a Judge to not force Cooper to testify in COVID bar shutdown case

68

Duke University Sanford School of Public Policy Mac McCorkle discusses the latest developments in Iran

69

President of Wake Tech Community College Scott Ralls discusses Wake Tech starting their fall semester with record enrollment

70

Raleigh attorney and former police officer Lee Turner discusses the benefits and drawbacks of Flock cameras

71

CEO of the Purple Trail Kimberly Carver discusses the death of a Wake County coach and the grief its sparked among Triangle communities

72

Executive Director of the Durham Sports Commission Marcus Manning discusses the major impact the Carolina Blaze made in Durham during thier inaugural season

73

Actor Kristoffer Polaha Discusses World Humanitarian Day

74

Musician Will Beaty discusses Skeeter Brandon Tribute Event

75

ABC Commission Delays Vote to Hike Liquor Prices, After Restaurants Push Back

76

Chris Hooks on High School Football Returning to WPTF

77

North Carolina chapter of Samaritan’s Purse responds to Ebola outbreak in Congo

78

Town of Apex announces "On The Steps" concert series at the Halle

79

N.C. State Economics professor emeritus Mike Walden U.S discusses that hiring slumps are a worrying sign for the economy

80

Director of The Produce Box Bailey McNeill discusses what the cyclospora outbreak is doing to her business

81

New Durham Police Chief Stephanie Mardis discusses her new role

82

Elon University Poll Director Jason Husser discusses a new Elon University poll that shows Cooper maintains a lead against Whatley

83

Distance swimmer Lorelei Schmidt discusses swimming the English Channel and completing the 'Triple Crown of Open Water Swimming'

84

Head Coach of Johnston County Little League Softball Ben Catarozzoli discusses the team winning the Little League Softball World Series

85

N.C. Central Associate Professor of Information Systems Dr. Siobahn Day Grady discusses NCCU launching the first AI Research Institute at an HBCU

86

Executive Director of Durham Next Tara Kenchen discusses a new study that examines how Durham County Memorial Stadium could be better used

87

Jerry Martini from The Family Stone

88

Durham County Sheriff Clarence Birkhead discusses new crime figures that show a drop in crime

89

Writer for Canes Country Al Hood discusses the Canes offseason after winning the Stanley cup

90

Wilson County Extension Director Ashley McBride discusses the new guidance state education leaders have on screen use in school

91

Joyce Sullivan with Free Our Spirits NC discusses the changes they want to see for ABC Liquor Laws and THC Reform

92

Lori Allen of Toy Story Fame on Her Career and the Impact of AI

93

46Brooklyn President Anthony Ciaccia discusses the discrepancy between cancer drug prices

94

Marketing and Specialty Licensing Manager at University Place Devon Burke discusses the four new tenants that will soon open at University Place

95

N.C. State historian Tim Peeler discusses the life of Cozell McQueen, a member of N.C. State’s 1983 National Championship team

96

Western Carolina University Political Science Professor Chris Cooper discusses how the process of replacing Edwards will play out

97

Wilson County Extension Director Norman Harrell discuss the dilemma tobacco farmers are facing as summer winds to a close

98

League of Women Voters-Wake County President Gaye Williams discusses a Day of Action they have coordinated to mark voting rights anniversary

99

Co-owner of The Hemp Company John Boccella discusses his opposition to House Bill 328

100

CBS17 Meteorologist Wes Hohenstein discusses how July brought heat and relief from the drought

101

High Point University Poll Director Dr. Martin Kifer discusses a New High Point University poll that looks at approval ratings for Governor Stein and President Trump

102

Spectrum News Washington Correspondent Reuben Jones discusses a panel that found that Rep. Edwards’ behavior with staffers violated House code of conduct

103

CEO of CAM Raleigh Charman Driver discusses what’s next for the museum after their property listed for sale after closure

104

Senior Reporter for USA Today Mitchell Northam discusses a federal court decisions that hands the NCAA a major loss on the five-year eligibility rule

105

President and CEO of Visit Greenville Rachel Whitten discusses the Little League Softball World Series taking place Greenville

106

Executive Director of Senior PharmAssist Gina Upchurch discusses changes coming to Medicare Part D

107

Spokesperson for My Forever Home Tanya Holland discusses how My Forever Home helps parents to create an independent living community for adult children with disabilities

108

Keith Saban with Buddha Bee Apiary discusses the invasive Yellow-legged hornets that have been confirmed to be in North Carolina

109

Nicole Howell of the National Council on Aging Discusses AI and Home Health Care

110

Clint Jordan, Founder of Mil-Estate discusses VA Home Loans

111

Executive Director of the Partnership for Safe Medicines Shabbir Imber Safdar discusses what FDA regulation decisions could mean for customers

112

Extellis CEO Michael Boyarsky discusses his new startup that plans to launch satellite with new imaging technology

113

Executive Director of Triad Haitian Community Association Woodson Simon discusses thousands of Haitians in NC facing uncertainty as TPS protections expire

114

Chief meteorologist for Spectrum News One Gary Stephenson discusses how late July rain has lead to reduced water restrictions in Wake County

115

Co-author of Professional Wrestling for Dummies Gene Selassie discusses the new book how it delves into the history of professional wrestling

116

Sherry Samuels with the N.C. Museum of Life and Science discusses the recently announced names of 5 red wolves

117

Meredith College Political Science Professor David McLennan discusses a new poll that finds NC residents support legalized sports betting

118

Will Gaskins with Downtown Raleigh Alliance discusses the recent surge in visitors to Downtown Raleigh that was fueled by Hurricanes playoff run

119

Dave Glenn with North Carolina Sports Network & Chapelboro.com discusses UNC Football General Manager being placed on Administrative Leave

120

Dr. Ganga Moorthy from Duke Health discusses July having the highest tick bite ER visits in a decade across the Southeast

121

Jason Kanawati Stephany with the Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina discusses a new Durham hunger center that has opened as food insecurity rises across North Carolina

122

Tobacco Farm Life Museum Site Manager Sarah Morrell discusses the Tobacco Farm Life Museum hosting a Green Book exhibit and virtual program

123

N.C. State Extension Livestock Commodity Coordinator Matt Poore discusses the limited relief that rain brought to farmers

124

Andreina Malki with Siembra NC discusses ICE planning to open a federal immigration detention center in Eastern North Carolina by the end of 2026

125

Owner of Campbell Road Nursery Phil Campbell discusses how a drought continues to strain farmers amd gardeners in central North Carolina

126

On the Carolina Children's Theatre with Christina Catton

127

Stretch Your Summer Budget with Trae Bodge and AARP

128

UNC Radio Sideline Reporter Lee Pace discusses his decision to depart as a sideline reporter for UNC Football

129

New Commissioner of the NCHSAA Brad Alford discusses his new role as commissioner after working with the association for over 15 years

130

Assistant Director of Raleigh Water Edward Buchan discusses recent rain that brought some relief to local farmers

131

Metrologist for the National Weather Service Nick Petro discusses flooding that caused traffic headaches and power outages across the Triangle

132

Political reporter for The Assembly Bryan Anderson discuss the latest in the Whatley-Cooper Senate race

133

Raleigh Little Theatre Producing Artistic Director Michele Weathers discusses Raleigh Little Theatre’s upcoming ‘Clue’ production

134

Amy Beros Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina discusses what the food bank is doing to stop summer hunger for local kids

135

Spokesperson for NCDOT Kim Deaner discusses the toll that record-breaking heat is taking on N.C. roads

136

Executive Director of the State Employees Association of North Carolina Ardis Watkins discusses the new system for the state health plan

137

Distance swimmer Lorelei Schmidt discusses preparing to swim English Channel at 17-year-old

138

Lile Stephens of the Kramden Institute discusses a $15,000 Spectrum Digital Education Grant that was given to Kramden Institute

139

Duke School of Medicine Division Chief of Sleep Dr. Aatif Husain discusses how permanent daylight savings time would impact sleep

140

Retired U.S. Navy Commander Rich Kolko discusses a NC soldier who was identified as the latest victim in US-Iran conflict

141

Founder of RNS Sports Sherard Johnson discusses how a Durham nonprofit is fighting gun violence one pair of shoes at a time

142

Illeana Rodriguez with the Downtown Raleigh Alliance discusses the best new places to try during Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Week

143

Former North Carolina Secretary of State Rufus Edmisten discusses the life of Paul Dombalis

144

Asher Hildebrand of the Duke University Sanford School of Public Policy discusses how the expansion of US strikes on Iran has lead to more retaliation across the Gulf

145

N.C. State Economics Professor Emeritus Mike Walden discusses the economic report that came out for the month of June

146

National Retail Federation Chief Economist Mark Mathews discusses what purchases families are prioritizing during back-to-school shopping

147

Program Manager for Root Causes Scott Brummel discusses a food bank delivery app being developed by a Duke Med-based organization with help from NC State Students

148

Spokesperson for Wilkes Tourism Susan Dosier discusses North Wilkesboro Speedway hosting its 1st NASCAR Cup Circuit Points race since 1996

149

Public Policy Polling Director Tom Jensen discusses a new survey that finds Whatley gaining ground on Cooper in North Carolina Senate race

150

Mac McCorkle of the Duke University Sanford School of Public Policy discusses the latest developments with the War in Iran

151

New Executive Director of the Durham Public Schools Foundation James Perry discusses being named to the role and his plans in the position

152

Marbles Kids Museum Director of Learning Engagement Robin Magnum discusses the Farm to Fork Kids Fest that will take place at Marbles Kids Museum this Saturday

153

WalletHub Reporter Chip Lupo discusses Raleigh ranking 9th in the 2026 Best Large City for First-Time Home Buyers Study by WalletHub

154

Former Medical Director for Air Force Pararescue Josh McConkey discusses the condition that has been revealed to have led toSenator Lindsey Graham’s death

155

Crayons2Calcualtors Program Manager Eunice Sanders discusses the 25th Annual Fill That Bus Campaign

156

Western Carolina University Political Science Professor Chris Cooper discusses the process for replacing Lindsey Graham

157

Raleigh News and Observer sports writer Chip Alexander discusses the life and impact of longtime Raleigh real estate figure Stephen Stroud

158

Attorney and former Raleigh Police Officer Lee Turner discusses the continued fallout from a violent 4th of July weekend

159

Infectious disease specialist with UNC Health Dr. David Weber discusses the rise of Cyclospora cases in North Carolina

160

Spokesperson for Wake County Animal Center Meagan Frost discusses center calling for help as shelter reaches capacity

161

American international rugby union player Dom Besag discusses the World Rugby Nations Cup that is coming to Cary next week

162

UNC-Kenan Flagler Business School Professor Gerald Cohen discusses North Carolina being named CNBC's No. 2 Top State for Business

163

Catawba College Political Science Professor Michael Bitzer discusses a new Catawba College Survey that shows that most North Carolinians expect political violence before the 2026 election

164

NCDMV Communications Manager Marty Homan on the DMV Wait Times

165

Executive Director of WakeEd Partnership Keith Poston on the New School Year

166

New Book By Andrew Dunn Looks at Legacy of Pat McCrory

167

Orange County Emergency Services Director Kirby Saunders on Hurricane Chantal's Fallout

168

Chief meteorologist for Spectrum News One Gary Stephenson discusses the holiday weekend that set heat records across North Carolina

169

Founder of Boots on the Ground Gerald Givens discusses a violent teen takeover and how it shines light on need for parents to be accountable

170

Owner of Dirty V’s Restaurant Carey Kidd discusses downtown Raleigh business owners being upset about the 4th of July violence

171

President of Holt Athletic Association Don Daves discusses how the Durham nonprofit continues to rebuild one year after Tropical Depression Chantal

172

Owner of Yarn, Etc. Mary Stowe discuss the long road to building her business back after Chantal

173

Duke Energy spokesperson Jeff Brooks discusses how North Carolina power grids stack up amidst heat wave

174

Tri-Point Homes of Raleigh Vice President of Community Experience James Flanagan discusses the Raleigh housing market

175

Autumn Miller with Wake County Emergency Management discusses the cooling centers that are open in Wake County

176

Schoor Johnson CIO of Department of Natural and Cultural Resources discusses the America 250 Celebration being held at the State Capital

177

Owner of Durham Soccer Academy Ozan Gökdemir discusses soccer fans rallying in NC For US Men's National Team in World Cup knockout stage

178

President of Durham Tech J.B. Buxton discusses the advantages to North Carolina’s community colleges in the proposal.

179

Policy and Research Analyst for ExCEL NC Neil Harrington discusses the group’s opinions regarding the budget

180

Kent Thompson with the Rotary Club of Raleigh discusses the preparations the rotary club is making for their July 4th Celebrations

181

Spokesperson for Simebra NC Andreina Malki discusses local immigration leaders reactions to the Supreme Court ruling on birthright citizenship

182

Vice President of CBC Sports Mike Birling discusses the Durham Bulls preparing for a busy 4th of July weekend at DBAP

183

Randolph County Cooperative Extension Agent Cody Craddock discusses an AI-driven app that aims to help farmers cut costs and pick the best blueberries

184

N.C. State Political Science Professor Stephen Greene discusses the Supreme Court ruling that states can count late-arriving mailed ballots, rejecting a Trump-led challenge

185

Executive Director of the State Employees Association of North Carolina Ardis Watkins discuss their reaction to a proposed pay increases in N.C. budget

186

Colisha Stanford with Step Up Ministry Raleigh

187

Amy Sayle at the Morehead Planetarium and Science Center discusses the Full Strawberry Moon set to appear on Monday night

188

Dr. Andy Bobyarchick of the Department of Earth, Environmental, and Geographical Sciences at UNC Charlotte discusses the continued efforts of Venezuelans search more earthquake ruins as aftershock rattles rescuers in disaster zone

189

Writer for the Assembly Bryan Anderson discusses a NC budget deal being reached with lawmakers aiming to vote this week on a spending plan

190

Director of Durham County Department of Social Services Maggie Clapp on SNAP Benefits

191

Managing Editor at Kelley Blue Book and Autotrader Sean Tucker

192

Editor of Pack Pride Cory Smith discusses North Carolina and N.C. State men’s basketball to face off in nonconference game in December

193

RDU Airport spokesperson Stephanie Hawco discusses RDU travelers adapting as summer demand surges and ongoing construction

194

Dr. Kevin Stewart of the UNC Department of Earth, Marine and Environmental Sciences discusses the two earthquakes that hit Venezuela

195

Meredith College Political Science Professor David McLennan discusses the New York primary results that have lead to more questions for Democratic party

196

Salve Regina University's Nationhood Lab Director Colin Woodard discusses why America feels so divided as 250th birthday draws closer

197

Sylvie Beljanski Discusses the Latest Research on Cancer Recurrence

198

CBS17 Meteorologist Wes Hohenstein discusses a heat wave set for sweltering weekend as extreme drought continues

199

N.C. State Student Researcher Kenneth Geisert discusses why the tile-horned Prionus beetle larva is a major threat to blueberry crops across NC

200

Author of Lost Towns of North Carolina Heather Leah discusses the many ghost towns of North Carolina

201

Tiffany Wright with AAA Carolinas discusses what to expect from 4th of July travel thats expected to set records across Carolinas

202

PetSmart’s local veterinarian Dr. Irena Perdew shared tips on keeping your pet safe on the 4th of July

203

Executive Vice President Greater Raleigh Convention and Visitors Bureau Loren Gold discusses the massive turnout at Canes victory parade that has local leaders wondering what’s next

204

Steph Gans with Clean Water for N.C. discusses data center concerns for some Vance County residents

205

Bruce Jentleson of Duke University Sanford School of Public Policy discusses the continuing talks between Vice President JD Vance and Iranian officials for a deal to end the war

206

N.C. State Economics Professor Emeritus Mike Walden discusses the death of former Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan at 100

207

Author Nicole Carr discusses her new book that examines history and the orchestrated demise of Black medical schools

208

UNC Baseball Play-by-play man Dave Nathan discusses North Carolina Tar Heels baseball preparing to face Oklahoma for the national championship

209

Veronica Cordle with the North Carolina Music Hall of Fame discusses the new inductees for this years class.

210

UNC-Chapel Hill Economics Professor Gerald Cohen discusses the Fed leaving interest rates unchanged but signaling higher rates are ahead

211

CEO of Discover Durham Susan Amey discusses the many Juneteenth events scheduled in Durham

212

Assistant Journalism Professor at UNC-Chapel Hill Reverend Carl Kenney discusses the passing of Durham activist Minister Paul Scott

213

Executive Director of Shop Local Raleigh Jennifer Martin discusses how Raleigh businesses stand to benefit from the Carolina Hurricanes Stanley Cup parade

214

Raleigh environmental coordinator Ed Buchan discusses the months-long drought and how rising heat is bringing tighter water restrictions to Triangle

215

Director of Safe Kids North Carolina Alan Buchanan discusses an event where experts came together in Durham to spread awareness on hot cars

216

Vanessa Hickmon, Executive Director of the Family Resource Center South Atlantic Region

217

Writer for the North State Journal Cory Lavalette discusses a new book about Hurricanes Stanley Cup season

218

WalletHub writer Chip Lupo discusses a new WalletHub report that ranks Durham as among the best run cities in America

219

Owner of The Rialto Hayes Permar discusses a Carolina Hurricanes Stanley Cup celebration that will be held at the Rialto

220

Mac McCorkle of the Duke University Sanford School of Public Policy discusses an initial deal to end US-Iran war moves toward formal signing despite lingering questions

221

Writer for for Straight Up Sports.net Brett Friedlander discusses the wild spring in North Carolina sports that was capped off with the Hurricanes Stanley Cup win

222

Longtime Carolina Hurricanes fan and correspondent Brian LeBlanc discusses the team’s Stanley Cup championship

223

Sports Anchor for Spectrum News One Mike Solarte discusses the Carolina Hurricanes winning the Stanley cup and what the future looks like for the franchise

224

Carolina Hurricanes Director of Youth Hockey & Community Outreach Shane Willis discusses the Carolina Hurricanes winning the Stanley Cup

225

Bridgerton Brunch - Connie Lee

226

Western Carolina University Political Science Professor Chris Cooper discusses Democrat Graham Platner trying to unseat GOP Sen. Susan Collins in a critical Senate matchup

227

Voice of the North Carolina Tar Heels Baseball team Dave Nathan talks about UNC baseball preparing to compete in the College World Series

228

Carolina Hurricanes fan Preston Brown talks about what he did to break the curse of Danhausen

229

Chairwoman of the Free Our Spirits NC Campaign Joyce Sullivan discusses what changed she wants for the liquor laws and why now is the time

230

Raleigh Economic Development Director Kyle Touchstone discusses how the Canes' success is spilling over to Raleigh business sector

231

Bankrate Principal Analyst Ted Rossman discusses the National Association of Realtors' May Existing Home Sales released

232

Professor at N.C. State’s Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics Jeffrey Dorfman discusses Raleigh experiencing its driest start to the year ever

233

Carolina Hurricanes fans Jason and Mason Waterstradt discuss the 'Tarps off' trend that energized Canes fans in Stanley Cup Finals win

234

Director of Heat Policy Innovation Hub at Duke University Ashley Ward offers tips for adjusting to early season heat

235

Dave Glenn North Carolina Sports Network & Chapelboro.com discusses the heights the Carolina Hurricanes have reached since coming to North Carolina 29 years ago

236

Founder of NCModernist George Smart discusses NCModernist's June 20 tour of Raleigh's Great Masonic Lodge

237

Tara Gonsorcik Granddaughter of Jack H. Lucas discusses a new museum in Jacksonville tells the story of the Marines that has been over 20 years in the making

238

Author of Tales of the Rock n’ Roll Twilight Zone Richard Syrett talks about his new book that looks at some of the most controversial and enduring mysteries surrounding popular music’s biggest legends

239

Head coach of the Carolina Blaze softball team Kara Dill discusses the Carolina Blaze softball team who are set to make their debut in Durham on Tuesday

240

President of Wake Tech Community College Dr. Scott Ralls discusses Wake Tech and Wake County Public Schools launching a Youth Apprenticeship Academy

241

Carolina Hurricanes Director of Youth Hockey and Community Outreach Shane Willis discusses how the Carolina Hurricanes sustained success is fueling a surge in youth hockey across North Carolina

242

Assistant Director of Aging & Adult Services with Durham County Department of Social Services discusses Aging Gracefully Resource Fair

243

Editor of Tar Heel Tribune R.L. Bynum discusses UNC baseball team preparing for Southern Cal in the Chapel Hill Super Regional

244

Major Joseph Crawford of the Salvation Army of Wake County discusses how they will celebrate National Donut Day

245

Reporter for OBX News Sam Walker discusses another home collapsing into the Atlantic, the 20th to fall in Buxton since September 2025

246

Vice President of the NCAE Bryan Proffitt discusses the override of Governor's Veto on HB87

247

HighSchoolOT.com Managing Editor Joel Bryant discusses the Mallard Creek track & field disqualification that was overturned by appeals board

248

Youth Suicide Prevention Coordinator Isley Cotton discusses how youth suicide deaths haved dropped nearly 11% in North Carolina after 988 hotline rollout

249

Director of “The Heart of Sparta” Kristin Hiemstra discusses what led to her creating a documentary looking at the Town of Sparta

250

Executive Director of the NACS Foundation Kevin O’Connell discusses the NACS Foundation’s Neighborhood Nourish program

251

Secretary of State of North Carolina Elaine Marshall discusses counterfeit Carolina Hurricanes merchandise and tickets

252

Howard Neufeld of the Appalachian State Department of Biology discusses how fall leaf color could be affected by spring drought

253

Owner of Guglhupf Bakery & Restaurant Sean Scott how downtown Chapel Hill businesses are still recovering from flood damage from Chantal almost a year later

254

Hockey play-by-play broadcaster John Forslund discusses the eyes of the hockey world being on Raleigh for the Stanley Cup Finals

255

Spectrum News Sports Anchor Mike Solarte discusses the Carolina Hurricanes preparing for their 1st Stanley Cup Finals appearance in 20 years

256

Executive Director of White Oak Foundation Townhomes Reverend Charles Tyner discusses a ribbon-cutting ceremony that White Oak Foundation Townhomes is hosting

257

Ellen Gorham of the American Red Cross discusses the critical need for blood and platelet donors as summer approaches

258

Carolina Hurricanes superfan Jacob Emmons discusses the Carolina Hurricanes first trip to the Stanley Cup Finals in 20 years

259

General Manager of the Zebulon Devil Dogz Caleb Whittlemore discusses a new era of baseball that is starting at Five County Stadium

260

Executive Director for Threshold Elizabeth Barber discusses what Threshold is and how it helps people with severe mental illness

261

Public Relations Manager for GoTriangle Matt Lail discusses how NC State PR students boosted GoTriangle ridership and awareness with spring campaigns

262

Adjunct Professor at the UNC School of Law Scott Peeler discusses a new Executive Order that target the use of insider information in prediction markets

263

UNC Greensboro Director of eSports John Borchert discusses the FAA targeting gamers to fill air traffic controller shortage

264

Tournament Director of UNC Health Championship Brian Krusoe discusses the UNC Health Championship set to start at Raleigh Country Club

265

Dr. Kenton Dover of the UNC School of Medicine discuss sepsis and the threat it poses to people in light of Kyle Busch's death from sepsis

266

Executive Director of the Raleigh Convention Center Kerry Painter discusses the new Red Hat Amphitheater construction marking a major milestone

267

Ashley Monroe Author of ““I Thought I Knew” documents her life married to a convicted rapist and how it led to this book

268

Contributing Editor to Autoweek Mike Hembree discusses the passing of NASCAR legend Kyle Busch

269

Executive Director of the Greater Raleigh Sports Alliance Scott Dupree discusses preparing for busy weekend of sports across Wake County

270

Attorney and former Raleigh Police officer Lee Turner talks about the chaos outside the wake county courthouse after attorney were wounded

271

CEO of Freedom and Glory Liz Morris discusses why the flag company decided to rebrand

272

N.C. State historian Tim Peeler discusses Elliott Avent planning to retire as N.C. State baseball coach

273

Wake County Snake Expert Milton Morgan discusses warmer weather making snake sightings more likely

274

Meterologist Jonathan Blaes with the National Weather Service discusses NOAA's Atlantic hurricane forecast for 2026

275

Elon University Professor of Sports Management Alex Traugutt discusses how away fans give a boost to North Carolina's sports economy as the Canes advance

276

Kathleen Cody of the Rotary Club of North Carolina discusses the Flags for Our Heroes Memorial Day Ceremony

277

North Carolina Ocean Racer Josh Kali discusses returning home after sailing around the world

278

CBS news anchor Christopher Cruise reflects on legacy of CBS Radio

279

Thespian J.J. Jeter on The Return of Hamilton to The DPAC

280

Appalachian League Brand Strategy Austin Scher on Armed Forces Day Weekend

281

Joel Bryant of HighSchoolOT.com on Recent Mallard Creek High School Controversy

282

Director Cynthia Hill on Kyle Larson vs. The Double

283

Kent Yelverton, Director of the North Carolina State Fair on Rising Costs

284

Owner of Alligator Steps Swim School Larissa Koerschner on Summer Water Safety

285

Director of the Governor’s Highway Safety Program Mark Ezzell on Memorial Day Travel

286

CBS Radio News Anchor Steve Kathan on The End of CBS News Radio

287

CEO of Growth Office Partners Kimberly Simon on the Canvas Cyber Breach

288

Tisha Campbell discusses her new comedy tour coming to Raleigh

289

Comedian Jack Crissey discusses a new comedy show he is bringing to Raleigh

290

Freelance Writer Jasmine Gallup discusses a mobile home park that is set to be sold and the impact it will have on the displaced residents

291

Author Malena Cahall Wilson on Mental Health this Mother's Day

292

Dave Glenn of the North Carolina Sports Network & Chapelboro.com discusses the NCAA Men's and Women's Basketball Tournaments officially expanding to 76 teams

293

Chair of the WakeEd Parternship Keith Poston discusses how they are celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week

294

Executive Director for Visit NC Wit Tuttle discusses North Carolina Tourism hitting a record $37.2 billion in 2025

295

Reporter for WSOC-TVJoe Bruno discusses Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles announcing that she will resign in June

296

UNC-Chapel Hill Journalism Professor Charlie Tuggle discusses CNN founder Ted Turner who has died at age 87

297

President of the North Carolina Nurses Association Bonnie Meadows discusses how they will commemorate National Nurses Week

298

Head of Data Science for Vote Hub Zachary Donnini discusses the results from primary night in Ohio and Indiana

299

General Manager, Collegiate & Professional National Teams for USA Baseball Eric Campbell discusses a new World Collegiate Baseball Championship coming to Cary

300

Natalie Brand from CBS News discusses the latest on the war in Iran

301

Founder of Perfectly Imperfect Pups Nicole Kincaid discusses a critical funding shortfall they are facing after saving two severely injured puppies

302

Director of the North Carolina Division of Aging Tammy Koger discusses North Carolina bringing back a free fan program for summer

303

Editor of NC Health News Rose Hoban discusses the latest on the WakeMed Atrium "combination"

304

Interim Executive Director for National Alliance on Mental Health Rod Brooks discusses what they are doing to commemorate Mental Health Awareness Month

305

UNC Chapel Hill Religious Studies Professor Dr. Evyatar Marienberg discusses a new book that he wrote titled “Sting and Religion”

306

Head of Petroleum Analysis at GasBuddy Patrick De Haan discusses gas prices continuing to rise in North Carolina.

307

Public Information Officer at N.C. Forest Service Phillip Jackson discusses what kind of burning is allowed even without a burn ban

308

Literacy Coach Leah Ruesink on the Matthew Effect

309

Steve Guilday, Director of Travel at AARP Services discusses using AI to find better travel deals

310

Assistant Professor in the College of Design at N.C. State Topher Maraffi discusses how AI avatars and digital doubles are stepping into real life

311

North Carolina Central Law Professor Irving Joyner discusses the Supreme Court weakening the Voting Rights Act and aids GOP efforts to control the House

312

North Carolina High School Teacher Kimberly Jones to discusses the May Day march that educators will be taking part in on Friday

313

Talley Wells of the North Carolina Council for Developmental Disabilities discusses the disability community urging action on Medicaid, workforce, and services at I/DD caucus

314

Digital creator Hollee Ferrara and her son Chatham County second grader Xion Ferrara discuss the book Xion wrote navigating loss of school support

315

Member of Save St. Augustine’s University Steve Williams discusses St. Augustine’s filing for bankruptcy

316

CBS News Legal Analyst Thane Rosenbaum discusses ex-FBI Director Comey being indicted again, in a probe over an online post officials call a Trump threat

317

Member of Blue Ridge EV Club Dave Erb discusses how higher gas prices are leading some North Carolinians to explore electric vehicles

318

Belinda Pettiford of the N.C. Division of Public Health discusses infant mortality rates being at an ‘all-time-low’ according to newly released data

319

Duke University Pediatric Gastroenterologist Dr. Bruno Chumpitazi discusses Duke & UNC Researchers to co-lead $12.9M Study to Improve Care for Autistic Children

320

UNC Chapel Hill Religious Studies Professor Dr. Evyatar Marienberg discusses the conflict between Pope Leo and President Trump and how it brings attention to religion's influence on politics

321

Founding Partners at Innovation Commercial Dave Fleming and Sam Cronin discuss the real estate behind life-saving innovation in the Triangle

322

North Carolina Central University junior Roni Butts discusses NC Central earning the school’s first Honda Campus All-Star Challenge national title with $100,000 grant

323

Dr. Matthew Engelhard of the Duke University Department of Biostatistics & Bioinformatics discusses an AI tool that may spot ADHD years before children are diagnosed

324

NCAE Vice President Bryan Proffitt discusses how North Carolina has fallen to 46th in teacher pay and Is the only state projected to see a salary decrease

325

Writer for the Athletic Brendan Marks discusses how the UNC basketball arena plan neared launch before backlash halted Carolina North push

326

Demetri Ravanos of Awful Announcing discusses the New York Post publishing bombshell photos of Dianna Russini and Mike Vrabel kissing in 2020

327

NC Politics writer for the Assembly Bryan Anderson discusses Senate President Phil Berger calling to shorten early voting after primary loss

328

CARFAX Public Relations representative Em Nguyen discusses why used car prices are up after Hitting 12-Month Low

329

Western Carolina University Political Science Professor Chris Cooper discusses Virginia voters approving a redistricting plan that could boost Democrats’ seats in Congress

330

Author Paul T. O’Connor his new book that explores family secrets, adoption and the value of knowing the truth

331

President of Wake County SPCA Kim Janzen SPCA of Wake County discusses the upcoming ribbon cutting for the New Pet Resource Center

332

Orange High School Principal Jason Johnson discusses being honored as one of the top principals in the nation

333

Pro Wrestling Writer Bruce Mitchell discusses Andre the Giant being honored with a historical North Carolina marker

334

CBS News Reporter Linda Kenyon discusses the US putting negotiations with Iran on hold as a ceasefire deadline nears

335

Former U.S. Senator from Arkansas Blanche Lincoln discusses their support of the Working Families Tax Cuts bill

336

Vice Provost for the Arts at Duke University Deborah Rutter discusses 3 rare copies of Declaration of Independence that will be displayed in Durham

337

Science Education Specialist at Morehead Planetarium Amy Elizabeth Sayle The Lyrid meteor shower

338

Operator at D.J.’s Berry Patch Jessica Jones discusses farmers concerns as 6-month drought continues

339

Organizer of Moms on Proms Maxine Huggins discusses how supporting her son sparked a movement for teens with special needs

340

Professor at UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School Vinayak Deshpande discusses global shipping routes

341

Raleigh Water Assistant Director Edward Buchan discusses Raleigh water planning to issue restrictions starting Monday

342

Director of Horticulture at the J.C. Raulston Arboretum at N.C. State Greg Paige discusses how the arboretum is set to deal with water restrictions

343

CBS News Radio Correspondent Jim Krasula discusses former Virginia Lt Gov. Justin Fairfax

344

Communications Coordinator for NC Budget & Tax CenterKaterina Marroquin discusses North Carolinians set to deliver a petition demanding lawmakers stop corporate tax giveaways

345

Shahram Mazhari, an Iranian-American living in Charlotte, discusses the latest developments in the Iranian War after seven weeks

346

UNC-Chapel Hill Political Science Professor Jakob Wiedekind discusses Hungarian Prime Minister Orbán being ejected after 16 years in a European electoral earthquake

347

Manager of Briggs Avenue Community Garden Cheralyn Berry discusses how Durham residents are turning to a community gardening to save money as produce prices climb

348

Vice President of Community Experience at Tri Pointe Homes Raleigh James Flanagan discusses the large number of people moving to Raleigh

349

Wes Hohenstein CBS17 meteorologist discusses of a warm April will lead to a hot summer

350

Executive Director of the WakeEd Partnership Keith Poston discusses a UNC System report that highlights degree shortages in key industries

351

Local farmer Anthony Penny discusses the ongoing drought forcing North Carolina farmers to get creative

352

State Senator for District 23 Jonah Garson discusses being appointed to replace Graig Meyer in State Senate District 23

353

UNC-Chapel Hill Professor Klaus Larres discusses Trump' and the US military blockading Iranian ports to pressure Tehran

354

National Weather Service Raleigh Meteorologist James Danko the hot start that we've had in April and if "April Showers" will return

355

CBS News Political Director Fin Gomez discusses feud between Pope Leo and President Trump over Iran War

356

Dr. Joan Packenham NIEHS-NIH Women's Health Conference

357

Sharon Lawrence "Steel Magnolias" at Playmakers

358

N.C. State Economics Professor Emeritus Mike Walden discusses Raleigh-based tech firm Pendo being the latest tech company to announce layoffs

359

Co-Director of Full Frame Documentary Film Festival Emily Foster discusses this years festival that starts in Durham next week

360

Executive Director of the North Carolina Craft Brewers Guild Lisa Parker discusses NC Pint Day returning this weekend

361

Discover Durham President and CEO Susan Amey discusses new figures that show that 13.5 million people visited Durham County in 2025

362

CBS News Military Analyst Jeff McCausland discusses Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu authorizing direct talks with Lebanon in potential boost to ceasefire efforts

363

Executive Director of Oak City Media D.P. McIntire discusses WKRP going back to Cincinnati

364

Dr. Donna Corbett of Canvass the Makeup Studio remembers former Miss NC Carrie Everett

365

Writer for for Straight Up Sports.net Brett Friedlander discusses Michael Malone being formally introduced as new North Carolina men’s basketball coach

366

Coordinator of Current Science Programs at North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences Chris Smith discusses how a chance to work with rare dinosaur fossils is bringing students to North Carolina

367

State Labor Commissioner Luke Farley discusses venturing to all parts of North Carolina as part of America 250 commemoration

368

Bruce Jentleson from the Duke University Sanford School of Public Policy discusses Trump's threats against Iran

369

Heather Bosch CBS News discusses the latest on the war in Iran

370

Mac McCorkle from the Duke University Sanford School of Public Policy discusses Trump issuing an expletive-filled threat against Iran as details of US aviator's rescue emerge

371

David Glenn from North Carolina Sports Network discusses Michael Malone reportedly set to become UNC Men’s Basketball Coach

372

Former Medical Director for Air Force Pararescue combat search and rescue teams Josh McConkey discusses S military jets hit in Iran war are the first shot down by enemy fire in over 20 years

373

Former Assistant Principal at Ligon Middle School Kashi Bazemore discusses why she opposes historic Raleigh school's demolition plan

374

President of the NCAE Tamika Walker Kelly shares her thoughts on the NC Supreme Court throwing out multi-billion plan in long-running Leandro lawsuit

375

Executive Director of the Raleigh Convention Center Kerry Painter discusses the convention center nearing full recovery four months after fire

376

Director of the Elon Poll Jason Husser discusses Roy Cooper currently being more popular than Michael Whatley in newly released poll

377

Spectrum News One Chief Meteorologist Gary Stephenson shares advice on caring for hummingbirds this spring

378

CBS News Space Reporter Bill Harwood discusses an N.C. State graduate who is making history with Artemis II

379

N.C. State University historian Tim Peeler discusses Justin Gainey being hired as N.C. State head coach

380

Duke Gardens' director of learning and community engagement Kavanah Anderson discusses Duke Gardens’ Transformative Garden Gateway Project opening to the public

381

Director of the Governor’s Highway Safety Program Mark Ezzell discusses the ‘Speed a Little. Lose a Lot’ Campaign Targets Dangerous Driving

382

Media Relations Director for the Wilson Warbirds Chris Edwards discusses the start new era of Minor League Baseball in Wilson

383

Rabbi Mendi Wilschanski on What the Jewish Holiday of Passover Commemorates

384

Michael Bitzer on How a New Poll Shows a Widening Lead in North Carolina’s U.S. Senate Race

385

NC farmer Trey Braswell discusses providing eggs for White House Easter Egg Roll

386

Jeff McCausland on How Tensions in the Middle East are Beginning to Hit Americans at the Pump

387

Vice President of CBC Sports Mike Birling discusses the Durham Bulls open home season on Tuesday

388

N.C. Department of Transportation Rail Division Director Jason Orthner discusses the new train line from Raleigh to Richmond and how its getting back on track

389

Editor of Pack Power Cory Smith discusses Justin Gainey being set to become the new head coach of N.C. State men’s basketball

390

Founder of Higher is Waiting Jayden Watkins discusses the nonprofit in Vance County that looks to help teenagers

391

Duke Puppy Kindergarten Director Vanessa Woods discusses what Duke Puppy Kindergarten is and how students helped keep it open

392

President of the Wake County Farm Bureau John Burt discusses NC farmers facing rising costs as food prices expected to climb

393

Publisher of Devil Illustrated Conor O’Neill discusses Duke men’s basketball as they prepare to take on St. John’s in the NCAA Tournament

394

Writer for Straight Up Sports.net Brett Friedlander discusses Will Wade stepping down as N.C. State men’s basketball coach after one year

395

Western Carolina University Political Science Professor Chris Cooper discusses Phil Berger conceding the Republican primary

396

Inside Carolina writer Greg Barnes discusses UNC leaders starting the search for a replacement for Hubert Davis

397

Director of Administration for the N.C. Transportation Museum Foundation Marcus Neubacher discusses a major milestone for the museum.

398

North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality Shawn Taylor discusses pollen season making its presence felt across the Triangle

399

Former News and Observer Writer Rob Christensen discusses Berger conceding the District 26 race to Sam Page

400

Tar Heel Tribune Writer Thad Williamson discusses fans seeing the potential departure of Hubert Davis as a new chapter for Tar Heel basketball

401

Bruce Ferrell and Josh Ellis on Phil Berger conceding NC District 26 race to Sam Page

402

David Glenn of North Carolina Sports Network and Chapelboro.com discusses the continuing delay over a decision regarding the Hubert Davis situation at UNC

403

Olivia Rinaldi CBS News reporter discusses the latest on Iran

404

Writer for Tar Heel 24/7 Andrew Jones discusses if Hubert Davis will remain as the UNC Men's Basketball Coach

405

Brad Senkiw of Covers.com discusses the heavy impact across North Carolina during two-year anniversary of sports betting legalization

406

Shawn Ramsey Certified Forest Therapy Guide discusses people 'bathing' in nature to get respite from chaotic news cycle

407

Mignon Houston with the U.S. State Department discusses spring travel

408

Fred Kiger discusses winning the Skeeter Francis Award

409

President of William Peace University Jennifer Walsh discusses new role as President

410

NPMA Chief Entomologist Jim Fredericks discusses a new pest outlook North and South Carolina

411

Duke University Professor of Economics Connel Fullenkamp discusses the Fed keeping key rate unchanged as Powell vows to stay until DOJ investigation is finished

412

Student with Medical Scientist Training Program at Duke Vincent D’Anniballe discusses a new study that shows that a nasal swab could help detect Alzheimer’s earlier

413

CBS News Military Consultant Jeff McCausland discusses Trump's failed strong-arming of allies on Iran shows that pressure is losing its effect

414

Senior Director for Economic Mobility at Duke University Syretta Hill discusses Duke launching $203 million initiative to boost hiring, housing in Triangle

415

Patrick Sebastian, Post Election Advisor for Sam Page, discusses State elections officials rejecting Phil Berger’s request to examine certain election ballots

416

Lauren Wilmore cast member in "Stereophonic" talks about what to expect from the show when it comes to DPac

417

Former Knightdale Mayor Jeanne Milliken Bonds discusses the National League of Cities Congressional City Conference in Washington DC

418

Lindsay Poe from the N.C. Department of Transportation discusses NCDOT starting their Booze It or Lose It St. Patrick’s Day campaign

419

Tom Jensen from Public Policy Polling discusses a new poll that sees Michael Whatley drawing closer to Roy Cooper in their US Senate race

420

Assembly NC Reporter Bryan Anderson discusses Phil Berger requests recount in primary race with Sam Page

421

Duke Energy spokesperson Jeff Brooks discusses any effects the severe weather had on Duke Energy customers

422

Spokesperson for Raleigh-Durham International Airport Stephanie Hawco discusses the severe weather impact on RDU

423

National Weather Service meteorologist Phil Badgett discusses severe weather moving across NC

424

Executive Director Heather Hindin on the Mission of Harper's Home

425

International Franchise Association President Matt Haller discusses why North Carolina is among fastest growing states in regards to franchising

426

GOP strategist Carlton Huffman looks at primary election results and the latest in the Sam Page Phil Berger saga

427

Meteologist for WNCN Wes Hohenstein discusses the dramatic shift in temperature across Triangle late in winter

428

Angel Parkstone President of Durham Association of Educators discusses a rally the DAE held and their requests

429

Duke Women’s Radio Play-by-Play man Chris Edwards discusses Duke women’s basketball team winning a 2nd straight ACC Championship

430

GM of the Koka Booth Amphitheatre Janie Curtis discusses the extension of the North Carolina Chinese Lantern at Koka Booth Amphitheatre

431

CBS News Reporter Jeff McCausland discusses the war in Iran and what Trump has revealed in his updates on the war

432

Demetrius Hunter & Mona Lisa Owners of the Black Farmers Hub discuss the rise of the ‘Made Mobile Truck’ revolutionizing Raleigh-area small businesses

433

N.C. Attorney General Jeff Jackson discusses a Justice Department settlement with Live Nation and Ticketmaster

434

Mike Walden N.C. State Economics Professor Emeritus discusses high gas prices following start of Iran War

435

Director of Policy and Research at N.C. Child Neil Harrington discusses an upcoming roundtable that will look at rising cost of child care.

436

Chapel Hill woman Lilia Austin talks about returning home after being in Israel during U.S. strikes

437

North Carolina Senator Graig Meyer discusses his decision to resign in order to join executive director of the North Carolina Justice Center

438

David Glenn of the North Carolina Sports Network and Chapelboro.com discusses President Trump gathering sports leaders for conference regarding college sports

439

Vice President of Human Relations for Duke Health Paul Grantham discusses Duke University planning to raise minimum wage this summer

440

UNC Professor Allison Lazard discusses the growth of cancer misinformation on social media

441

N.C. State historian Tim Peeler discusses the life and career of former N.C. State football coach Lou Holtz

442

Director of Surveys at High Point University Martin Kifer discusses a new poll that looks at daylight-saving time

443

CEO of Military Family Advisory Network Shannon Razadin discusses what her organization does to support families during times of military conflict

444

Western Carolina Political Science Professor Chris Cooper discusses the next steps in the Page-Berger race

445

Candidate for N.C. Court of Appeals Judge Michael Byrne discusses his win of the GOP nomination

446

Meredith College Political Science Professor David McLennan discusses the primary election results in North Carolina

447

Former Governor McCrory discusses the primary election results in North Carolina

448

Tiffany Wright from AAA Carolinas discusses how air strikes in Iran lead to higher gas prices across North Carolina and the US

449

Cherene Allen-Caraco Founder of the Promise Resource Network

450

Keep Our Republic Spokesperson Judge Allyson Duncan discusses a conference the group will hold in Raleigh next week

451

Reporter for N.C. Newsline Laura Leslie discusses the North Carolina Congressional race and why it will be the most expensive in state history

452

Riverside High School Athletic Director Robert Duncan shares his memories of state trooper killed in wrong-way crash

453

Beth Dehghan Member of Iranian American Community of NC and a native of Iran, discusses U.S. air strikes on Iran

454

Executive Director of Chabad of Raleigh Rabbi Mendy Wilshansky discusses U.S. air strikes in Iran.

455

Director of Duke’s Hartman Center for Sales, Advertising & Marketing History Jacqueline Wachholz discusses a New Duke exhibit that features Consumer Reports

456

UNC-Chapel Hill Student Body President Adolfo Alvarez discusses the UNC Board of Governors approval of a tuition hike at in-state universities

457

Natalie Wu of the Carolina Asian Alliance discusses the Morrisville community lending a helping hand to those affected by fire at Camden Westwood Apartments

458

Professor at Duke University School of Medicine Virginia Byers Kraus discusses how a simple test could predict longer life

459

Mike Causey State Insurance Commissioner discusses aid in Morrisville apartment fire recovery

460

Chris Cooper Western Carolina University Political Science Professor discusses his takeaways from Trump's State of the Union Address

461

General Manager of the Zebulon Devil Dogz Caleb Whittemore discusses the choice of Devil Dogz as the nickname for the new team.

462

Mitch Kokai from the John Locke Foundation discusses Trump's record breaking State of the Union Address

463

Phillip Jackson Spokesman for the North Carolina Forest Service discusses best practices and common sense ahead of spring wildfire season

464

Andrew Greenland N.C. State Assistant Professor of Economics discusses the Supreme Court decision on Trump's tariffs

465

Science Education Specialist at Morehead Planetarium Amy Sayle discusses how six planets will all be visible in the sky this weekend

466

Owner of the Rialto Theater Hayes Permar discusses Chad OchoCinco stopping by the Rialto Theater.

467

Buffalo Soldiers Dr. R. Kingsberry

468

Caregiver's Day -R. Garfinkel

469

Anna Jordan, Owner of AnnaBanna Jewelry Brand and a UNC-Chapel Hill graduate discusses taking her business from a dorm room to retail stores across the Triangle.

470

Somerset Place site manager Karen Hayes discusses the Civil Rights history of Somerset Place in Creswell

471

Sports Talk Show Host Adam Gold discusses the United States winning Olympic Gold in men’s hockey for the first time since 1980

472

Ukrainian native Nataliia Bondarenko reflects on anniversary of start of Russian-Ukraine war.

473

Aidan McCarthy & Claire Raney Line, monitors at Krzyzewskiville talk about the 40th anniversary of the event

474

Student Journalist Avery Bales from the UNC-Chapel Hill reflects on covering the Italy Winter Olympics

475

CBS News Legal Analyst Thane Rosenbaum discusses the arrest of Former Prince Andrew

476

State Epidemiologist Dr. Zack Moore discusses a new NCDHHS report on new measles cases in North Carolina.

477

Author Raymond Elume discusses his new book: “Soccer is Football”

478

CBS News reporter Anna Schecter discusses the latest in the ongoing Nancy Guthrie case.

479

Former State Senator Floyd McKissick remembers Jesse Jackson

480

N.C. State University historian Tim Peeler talks about UNC-N.C. State basketball rivalry dealing with change in a new time

481

North Carolina Central University Law Professor Irving Joyner Remembers Jesse Jackson

482

Director of Film at Carolina Theatre Jim Carl on the life and career of Robert Duvall

483

President of Global TV at VICE Media Peter Gaffney discusses a new Vice TV Documentary that focuses on the Duke-Maryland rivalry

484

PineCone Executive Director David Brower on preparations for the 2026 Raleigh Wide Open festival

485

Restaurant owner Marcel Jara reflects on Venezuela after Trump’s visit to Fort Bragg

486

LaKisha Jones on the NC Symphony: Bravo Broadway

487

Tar Heel Tribune Writer R.L. Bynum talks about the UNC women’s basketball team planning to leave Carmichael Arena in next few years

488

CBS News Reporter Linda Kenyon talks about Attorney General Pam Bondi’s combative House hearing

489

N.C. State Economics Professor Emeritus Mike Walden talks about a Stronger than expected jobs report

490

Dr. Tony Moody from the Duke University School of Medicine discusses latest local measles cases

491

Candace DeMatties talks about measles cases reported in Wake, Johnston Counties

492

Melissa Jest on restoring and preserving Nina Simone's childhood home

493

Lackisha Sykes General Manager of WNCU on preserving 400 hours of historical radio broadcasts from WNCU

494

Tom Jensen Executive Director of Public Policy Polling talks about a poll that finds independents are moving away from President Trump, the GOP

495

Brad Senkiw Gaming industry reporter on the increase of sports gambling in North Carolina during January

496

Paul Grantham of Duke University discusses Duke being named to Forbes’ “America’s Best Large Employers” list for 2026.

497

Victoria Scott-Miller Owner of Liberation Station bookstore appears on The Jennifer Hudson Show

498

Avery Bales UNC-Chapel Hill Huffman School of Journalism reporter

499

Anderson Clayton North Carolina Democratic Party Chairwoman

500

Bob Orr Former North Carolina Associate Supreme Court Justice

501

Nikole Killion CBS News Reporter

502

Tim Crothers UNC-Chapel Hill Journalism Professor

503

Janice Smith Owner of Big Dog Little Bed

504

Carl Fox Former North Carolina Judge

505

Chris Cooper Western Carolina University Political Science Professor

506

Dr. Matthew Andrews UNC-Chapel Hill Professor of History

507

Martin Kifer Director of the High Point University Survey Research Center

508

John Pomelow Path to Pro military program graduate

509

Kindra Mammone Executive Director for CLAWS, Inc

510

Gary Lackmann N.C. State meteorology professor

511

Matt Neal President of North America at Siemens Energy

512

Sgt. Marcus Bethea Spokesperson for the N.C. Highway Patrol

513

Doctor Christine Knettel Doctor at UNC Health

514

Sam Walker Reporter for OBX News

515

Gary Stephenson Meterologoist for Spectrum News One

516

Stone Gulley Co-owner of Hudson Hardware

517

Alex Zietlow Sportswriter for the Charlotte Observer

518

Eric Woodall Theatre Raleigh’s Artistic Director

519

Vrinda Vyas Cardiologist with ECU Health

520

Abigail DiSalvo Sports Editor for the Duke Chronicle

521

David Weber UNC Health Division of Infectous Diseases

522

Susie Jones WCCO Reporter

523

National Weather Service meteorologist Chrissy Anderson provides an update on weekend snow potential

524

Cregg "The Floor Guy" Henson from American Dream Flooring and Tile

525

Robert Mihaly Durham artist

526

Eileen Taylor The Flower Shuttle

527

Steven Greene N.C. State Political Science professor

528

Major Joseph Crawford Salvation Army of Wake County

529

Sgt. Marcus Bethea: Spokesperson for the N.C. Highway Patrol on State-Wide Winter Safety

530

Clarence Birkhead: Durham County Sheriff on Roadway Conditions

531

Gary Stephenson: Spectrum News One Meteorologist on Continuing Winter Conditions

532

Greg Barnes Inside Carolina

533

Rob Steele Fiancé of Hedingham shooting victim

534

David Kieve President of EDF Action

535

Bruce Jentleson Professor at Duke’s Sanford School of Public Policy

536

Dawn Menning registered dietitian and certified diabetes care and education specialist

537

Jennifer Bryant Director of Public Engagement , Raleigh Film and Art Festival

538

Dave Glenn North Carolina Sports Network & Chapelboro.com

539

Tiffany Wright AAA Carolinas

540

Brian Gann, Wake Tech Vice President of Enrollment and Student Services

541

Gary Stephenson Spectrum News One Meteorologist

542

Sarah Dickerson UNC Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise

543

Carl Fox Former North Carolina Judge

544

Dr. Lisa Rahangdale Professor at UNC School of Medicine

545

Conor O’Neil Publisher of Devils Illustrated

546

Jeffrey Dorfman N.C. State Professor of Agricultural and Resource Economics

547

David Glenn North Carolina Sports Network and Chapelboro.com

548

Bryan Anderson Independent Journalist

549

Steven Greene N.C. State Political Science professor

550

Lisa Poteat Executive Director of The Arc of NC

551

Heather Leah Author of Lost Towns of North Carolina

552

Steve Allen N.C. State Economics Professor

553

Marcus Manning Executive Director of the Durham Sports Commission

554

Sailor Jones New Executive Director of Common Cause NC

555

Kerry Painter Executive Director of the Raleigh Convention and Performing Arts Center

556

Nicholas DeVito Duke University School of Medicine

557

Jake Benoit CareYaya Health Technologies

558

Emmanuel Gomez Gonzalez Siembra NC

559

Meagan Frost Wake County Outreach Manager

560

Lee Turner Attorney and former police officer

561

Matthew Zachary Executive Director of We the Patients

562

Tim Nichols Duke University Sanford School of Public Policy

563

Michelle Potchak, Durham Resident

564

Steve Rao, Former Morrisville Town Councilman

565

Alyssa Johnson NC Teachers in Action

566

Kathleen Cody Regional coordinator with MLK Day of Service

567

Brian Gann Wake Tech Vice President of Enrollment & Student Services

568

Deborah Ross 2nd District North Carolina Congresswoman

569

Stacy Anderson Global Brand President of Anytime Fitness

570

Carl Fox Former Judge and legal expert

571

Bob Phillips Former Executive Director of Common Cause NC

572

NC Sports Hall of Fame director Johnny Moore on the 2026 inductees

573

J.D. Jones, Editor of Breaking the Booth

574

Mac McCorkle, Sanford School of Public Policy at Duke University

575

Josh McConkey, National Security and Military Operations Commentator

576

Seth Gibbons Director of Programs and Education with Town of Mt. Airy

577

Trey Braswell Braswell Family Farms

578

Conor O’Neill with Devils Illustrated previews the Sun Bowl on New Year's Eve

579

Chris Cooper Western Carolina University Political Science Professor

580

Omi Salavea Destination McDowell

581

Graeme Robertson UNC-Chapel Hill Department of Political Science

582

Steve Rao Former Morrisville Town Councilman

583

Phil Napoli Professor at Duke University Sanford School of Public Policy

584

Pastor Johnathan Thomas and First Lady Jessica Thomas on Center Point Church's "New Year’s Eve Sneaker Ball"

585

Former Governor Pat McCrory reacts to passage of former Governor Jim Hunt

586

Former NC Secretary of State Rufus Edmisten remembers former Governor Jim Hunt

587

Tim Peeler N.C. State historian

588

Bill Himes Founder of North Carolina Friends of Santa

589

Sonya Waddell Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond

590

Tamika Walker Kelly President of the North Carolina Association of Educators

591

Michael Minikus Creator of the Raleigh Beltline Christmas tree

592

Kevin Leonard Executive Director of the North Carolina Association of County Commissioners

593

Stafford Braxton Founder of Santas Just Like Me

594

Tom Campbell Political analyst

595

Chris Massey C. Massey Plumbing

596

Hayes Permar Owner of the Rialto Theater

597

Christine Rogers Salvation Army of Wake County

598

Steven Greene N.C. State Political Science Professor

599

First Sergeant Christopher Knox North Carolina Highway Patrol

600

Producer Rick French, Chairman and CEO of French/West/Vaughan and founder of Prix Productions

601

Gaile Osborne, Executive Director of the Foster Family Alliance of NC

602

NCDOT’s Jason Orthner on the Return of the Santa Train

603

Rob Tart CEO of the Durham Rescue Mission

604

Clarence Birkhead Durham County Sheriff

605

Betty Hall Director of Christmas Cheer

606

Conor O’Neil Publisher of Deacons Illustrated and Devil Illustrated

607

Dr. David Weber UNC Health

608

Jerry Gershenhorn Museum of Durham History

609

Dr. Jean Spooner Chair of the Umstead Coalition

610

Rose Hoban Editor of the North Carolina Health News

611

Aretha Justice, Owner of Deborah’s Faith Coaching

612

Katherine Lambert, Regional Vice President for Alzheimer's Association - North Carolina

613

Heather Leah, Editor of Hidden Historian.com

614

Tony Haynes, N.C. State broadcaster

615

Cory Smith, Editor of Pack Pride

616

Emanuel Gomez-Gonzalez, Communications Strategist at Siembra NC

617

Trevor Huffman

618

William Bruton President of Eta Sigma Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity

619

George Smart N.C. Modernist

620

Corey Davis State Assistant Climatologist

621

Joy Ennis Downtown Cary Park General Manager

622

David Hackney Durham Public Schools Athletic Director

623

Charlie Williams Author of “Legacy is Monumental”

624

Tamara Terry Founder of FDW Strategic Solutions

625

Tinplate Steel Tariffs Interview with Ken Blackwell

626

Mike Walden N.C. State Economics Professor Emeritus

627

Iliana Santillan Siembra NC

628

Chris Budnick Executive Director of Healing Transitions

629

Jennifer Martin Executive Director of Shop Local Raleigh

630

Mike Birling Vice President of CBC Sports

631

Dr. Monique Starks Cardiologist at Duke Health

632

Leonardo Williams Durham Mayor

633

Garry McFadden Mecklenburg County Sheriff

634

Megan Davies Spokesperson for the N.C. Department of Health & Human Services

635

Siembra NC volunteer Gwen Frisbie-Fulton reacts to ICE operations in Raleigh & Charlotte

636

Graig Meyer North Carolina State Senator

637

Steve Rao Morrisville Town Council member

638

Tamika Walker Kelly NCAE President

639

Tiffany Wright AAA Carolinas spokesperson

640

Bruce Mitchell Longtime pro wrestling writer

641

Mitch Kokai Spokesman for the John Locke Foundation

642

Christine Rogers Salvation Army of Wake County

643

David McLennan Meredith College Political Science Professor

644

William Lewis Cary Cultural Arts Manager

645

Adolfo Alvarez UNC Chapel Hill Student Body President

646

Kiersten Ray Hackman UNC Contract For Excellence Protestor

647

Jeremy Maddox Law Offices of James Scott Farrin

648

Phil Beaumont Horticulturist at Swift Creek Nursery

649

Fred Black Military Veteran

650

Diane Parnell Rockingham County Republican Party Chairperson

651

Dr. Margeaux Marbrey Assistant Professor at Duke University School of Medicine

652

Demetri Ravanos

653

Michael Bitzer Catawba College Political Science Professor

654

Sean Kelly Co-Director of the Veteran Transitions Research Lab at Duke

655

Lindsay LiCausi CEO of Back the Blue NC

656

Early Alzheimer's Disease Maintenance Treatment

657

Avoiding the Jury Duty Phone Scam

658

Gerald Cohen Professor at the UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School

659

Steven Greene N.C. State Political Science Professor

660

Taylor Outler Durham Public Schools Foundation

661

Chris Cooper Western Carolina Political Science Professor

662

Raleigh restaurant owner Anthony Rapillo discusses offering free food as SNAP benefits end

663

Leonardo Williams Mayor of Durham

664

Allison Keyes CBS

665

Ron Pringle President of the Inter-Faith Food Shuttle

666

Gregg Thompson National Federation of Independent Business

667

Mac McCorkle Duke University Sanford School of Public Policy Professor

668

Phil Sklar CEO of the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum

669

Ben Yeager Program Manager of Alzheimer's Association - North Carolina

670

Rob Tart Durham Recue Mission CEO

671

Dr. Jeff Cox North Carolina Community College System President

672

Cecily Kalkhof Rotary Club of Durham

673

Dr. Zachary Hartman Duke University School of Medicine

674

Delesha Carpenter Researcher for UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy

675

Heather Honaker Former Fayetteville resident

676

Sam Walker OBX News

677

Jay Barnes Hurricane Expert

678

Suzanne Tormollen TABLE Director of Marketing

679

Frank Williams Brunswick County Commissioner

680

Justin Pelham Founder of Jump Academy

681

Charles Hall Executive Director of the N.C. Soybean Association

682

Gary Stephenson Spectrum News Meteorologist

683

Dr. Scott Ralls Wake Tech Community College President

684

Kent Yelverton Director of the North Carolina State Fair

685

Jonathan Mugar CEO of The Soccer Tournament

686

Veronica Hatton Child advocate

687

Dr. Martin Kifer High Point University Poll Director

688

Kristin Hiemstra Leader of We the People Rise

689

Anderson Clayton Chairperson for the North Carolina Democratic Party

690

Jason Simmons North Carolina Republican Party Chairman

691

Sarita Broadway CFNC Associate Outreach Director for North Central North Carolina

692

Chris Cooper Western Carolina Political Science Professor

693

Larry Miller President of the Glenwood South Neighborhood Collaborative

694

Carol Gartrell Graduate of Ligon Magnet Middle School

695

Kate Irsh and Shekema Crawford Early Head Start of Durham

696

Howard Neufeld Professor of Biology at Appalachian State University

697

Dustin Douglas Owner of Kersey Valley Spookywoods

698

Dr. Robert Ferris & Dr. Samantha Meltzer-Brody UNC Health chief of oncology clinical services & Executive Dean of the UNC School of Medicine

699

Joe Daly Families Moving Forward

700

Mitch Kokai Spokesperson for the John Locke Foundation

701

Olivia Rinaldi CBS News White House Reporter

702

Dr. Aaron Franklin Duke University Assistant Director for Faculty Affairs

703

Saideh Brown Owner of Urban Cabana

704

David McLennan, Meredith College Political Science Professor, reacts to new proposed NC congressional maps

705

Mac McCorkle Professor with Duke University’s Sanford School of Public Policy

706

Corey Davis Assistant Climatologist for North Carolina State Climate Office

707

Jason Husser Elon University Professor of Political Science and Public Policy

708

Dr. Daniel Nussbaum Duke Health associate professor of surgery

709

Jon Franklin Corrections officer

710

Holly Wilson President of AFGE Local 3347

711

Edward Buchan Environmental Director for the City of Raleigh

712

Lisa Parker North Carolina Craft Brewers Guild

713

Tommy Wheeler Owner of Tidewater Grain Company

714

Jim Karl Carolina Theater

715

Brad Senkiw Gaming reporter for Covers.com

716

Grey Blackwell Operator of Granville Haunt Farm

717

Jenni Koontz Owner of Epic Shutter Photography

718

Rabbi Mendy Wilschanski of Chabad of Raleigh

719

David Glenn North Carolina Sports Network and Chapelboro.com

720

Morgan Coyner Addiction Professionals of North Carolina

721

Jeff Kleiber Director of the SAS Championship on the PGA Champions Tour

722

Caroline Seydi Director of the Helen Wright Center for Women

723

Michelle Moore Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University

724

Andrew Jones Publisher of Tar Heels 24/7

725

Michael Cline North Carolina State Demographer

726

Reverend Mark Davidson Executive Director of Voices For Justice in Palestine

727

David McLennan Meredith College Political Science Professor

728

Marianne Weant Programs Manager for NC Alliance for Health

729

Phillip Jackson Public Information Officer for the North Carolina Forest Service

730

Rabbi Ariel Edery Rabbi with Beth Shalom in Raleigh

731

David Holt Consumer Energy Alliance

732

Stephen Porter N.C. State Professor of Educational Leadership

733

Bob Orr Former State Supreme Court Justice

734

Katy Willett Middle Creek Insurance

735

Steve Rao Morrisville Town Council

736

Tammy Covington President of the High Point Market Authority

737

Laura Moore Professor at Coastal Environmental Change Lab

738

Amy Beros CEO of the Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina

739

Tom Hayes Phillip Morris International Senior Vice President

740

Kent Yelverton N.C. State Fair Manager

741

Gerald Cohen Chief Economist at the UNC-Chapel Hill Kenan Flagler-Business Institute

742

Michael Bitzer Catawba College Political Science Professor

743

Sam Walker Outer Banks News

744

Lisa Poteat CEO of the Arc of NC

745

Preparing for the PSAT

746

Amr Saleh Student organizer for DEAH Day

747

Dr. Dan Neumann Gastroenterologist with SCA Health

748

Robert Bardon Professor of Forestry at NC State University

749

David Brower Executive Director of Raleigh Wide Open

750

Mac McCorkle: Duke University Sanford School of Public Policy on James B. Comey Lying to Congress

751

Dr. Martin Kifer: High Point University Poll Director on the National Political Zeitgeist

752

Rick French: Chairman & CEO at French/West/Vaughan on "Satisfied"

753

Dr. Alexandre Rotta: Department of Pediatrics at Duke University School of Medicine on Airborne Medical Emergencies

754

Avoiding Carbon Monoxide Danger

755

Mark Gangloff UNC Swimming Head Coach

756

Janice Collins-McNeil Associate Professor of North Carolina Central University’s Department of Nursing

757

Jason Stephany Vice President of the Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina

758

David Laxton Autism Society of North Carolina

759

John Graham Duke Fuqua School of Business

760

Scott Ralls President of Wake Tech Community College

761

Phil Napoli Professor at the Duke University Sanford School of Public Policy

762

Steve Rao Morrisville Town Council member

763

J.B. Buxton Durham Tech Community College President

764

Rufus Edmisten Former N.C. Secretary of State

765

Sandy Joiner Chairwoman of the Wake County Republican Party

766

Dr. Miriam Treggiari Doctor at Duke University Health

767

Thomas Sherrill Writer for the Franklin Press

768

Kelley Blue Book/Autotrader Executive Editor Brian Moody 

769

Robert Thompson Syracuse University

770

Charlie Tuggle Professor at the UNC Huffman School of Journalism

771

Rabbi Mendy Wilschanski

772

Cat Lawson Voter Protection Lawyer for the N.C. Democratic Party

773

Michael Landguth CEO of Raleigh-Durham International Airport

774

Cody Morris Senior Economic Resarch Analyst at UNC’s Kenan-Flagler Business School

775

George Smart Founder of NCModernist

776

Thane Rosenbaum CBS News Legal Analyst

777

Scott Rawls Wake Tech President

778

Melanie Shakita Wake County District Attorney candidate

779

Wiley Nickel Wake County District Attorney candidate

780

Dr. Kenneth Brown Duke Electrical and Computer Engineering Professor

781

Dave Glenn of the North Carolina Sports Network and Chapelboro.com on the Dismissal of UCLA's Coach

782

Austin Grimes: CPO of Stop Solider Suicide Data on the Prevention of Veteran Suicides

783

Dale Sela: Realtor with Blue Moon Properties on Hurricane Helene's Lasting Impact

784

Noel Nickle of North Carolina Center for Alternatives for the Death Penalty on the Charlotte Light-Rail Stabbing

785

Paul Lewis Vice President for the N.C. State Chapter of Turning Point USA

786

Tami Fitzgerald Executive Director of the NC Values Coalition

787

Ned Mangum Former Wake County District Attorney

788

Todd Sharman of "STAYIN’ ALIVE: One Night of the Bee Gees"

789

Gina Stephens Raleigh Magazine

790

David McLennan Meredith College Political Science Professor

791

Andrew Bennington N.C. State University Economics Professor Emeritus

792

Lee Turner Attorney and former Raleigh Police Officer

793

Wes Hohenstein Meteorologist for CBS17

794

Alex Glover: Retired Geologist from Active Minerals International on NC Mountain Education

795

Mike Walden: N.C. State University Economics Professor Emeritus on the U.S. Labor Market

796

Kaira Wagoner: Research Scientist at UNC Greensboro on Protecting Pollinators in NC

797

J.B. Buxton: Durham Technical Community College President Durham Tech’s on their Applied Science Programs

798

Dr. Jeffrey Shevach Associate Professor of Medicine at Duke University Health Center

799

Kathryn Stevenson Associate Professor at N.C. State University

800

Dr. David Wohl Clinical Scientist at UNC Health

801

Amy Brundle Director of Marketing for National Alliance on Mental Illness—North Carolina

802

Alex Maness & Jim Haverkamp Owners of Shadowbox Studio

803

Liz DeMattia Lead Research Scientiest for the Duke Marine Lab’s Community Science Initative

804

Steven Williams Member of Save St. Augustine’s University

805

Scott Maitland Owner of Top of the Hill Restaurant and Brewery

806

Dr. Nenad Bursac Professor of Cell Biology at Duke University

807

Dr. Ray Tan Associate Professor of Urology at the UNC Department of Health

808

Conor O’Neill Publisher of Devils Illustrated and Deacons Illustrated

809

Witt Tuttle with Visit NC

810

2025 African American Cultural Festival

811

Bob Licht Original voice of the Carolina Mudcats

812

Dr. Douglas Overbey Duke Health

813

Steve Rao Morrisville Town Councilman

814

Tamika Kelly President of the North Carolina Association of Educators

815

Karen Fairley Executive Director for NC Center for Safer Schools

816

Dave Glenn Host with the North Carolina Sports Network and Chapelboro.com

817

Michael Bitzer Catawba College Political Science Professor

818

Margaret Cannell Executive Director for North Carolina Operation Lifesaver

819

Tiffany Wright AAA Carolinas

820

Chris Swecker Former FBI Director

821

Charlie Tuggle: Professor at the Hussman School of Journalism at UNC-Chapel Hill

822

Keith Poston: Chairman of the WakeEd Partnership on The First Day of School in Wake County

823

Jenni Koontz: Owner of Epic Shutter Photography on Hurricane Erin

824

Wes Hohenstein: Chief Meteorologist from CBS17/WNCN on Cooling Temperatures in Central NC

825

Dr. Elizabeth Kagan Arleo

826

Mike Hembree NASCAR Writer

827

Thomas Salley President of Visit Wilkes

828

Scott Rawls Wake Tech President

829

Sam Walker Editor-in-Chief of Sam Walker OBX

830

Ryan Freese MLB to Raleigh

831

Jenni Koontz Owner of Epic Shutter Photography

832

State Climatologist Corey Davis discusses latest on Hurricane Erin

833

Reide Corbett Executive Director of the Coastal Studies Institute

834

Jonas Pope Dads Stroll Club Organizer

835

Michael Landguth President and CEO of RDU Airport

836

Dr. Tony Moody Infectious Disease Specialist with Duke Health

837

Laura Helock: Meteorologist for the National Weather Service on Hurricane Erin's Potential Impact

838

Chris Edwards: Play-by-play man for the Carolina Mudcats on a Potential League Title

839

Sam Walker: Editor-in-Chief for Sam Walker OBX on Anticipation for Hurricane Erin

840

Nataliia Bondarenko: Outreach Coordinator at UNC-Chapel Hill on U.S. & Russian Negotiations

841

Amy Beros CEO of the Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina

842

Gerald Cohen Chief Economist at the UNC-Chapel Hill Kenan Flagler Business Institute

843

Dr. Nicholas Turner Duke University School of Medicine

844

Bob Heuts Spokesman for Raleigh Executive Jetport

845

Mike Birling Vice President of CBC Sports

846

Larry Miller Head of Glenwood South Neighborhood Collaborative

847

Bonnie Davis Meadows President-Elect of the North Carolina Nurses Association

848

Buddy Howard Novelist

849

Scott Rawls Wake Tech President

850

Jason Orthner N.C. Department of Transportation Rail Division director

851

Hailey Yentz Former East Carolina University Track & Field runner

852

Kevin Prince President of the National Institute of Minority Economic Development

853

Dale Sela: Broker-in-Charge of Blue Moon Properties on the Eastgate Shopping Center Flood Damage

854

Illeana Rodriguez: Vice President of Community Relations for the Downtown Raleigh Alliance

855

Dr. David Wohl: UNC Institute of Global Health on Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Cancelling Vaccine Funding

856

Mike Bell: General Manager for the Wilson Tobs

857

Jennifer King

858

Amy Sayle Morehead Planetarium

859

Jacques Gilbert Mayor of Apex

860

Ben Eisner Martin County Attorney

861

Matt Rosencrans Hurricane forecaster for the NOAA’s National Centers for Environmental Protection

862

Nick Petro Metrologist for the National Weather Service

863

Chip Hagan Attorney and husband of former Senator Kay Hagan

864

Abby Emanuelson Executive Director for School Meals for All North Carolina

865

Carl Williams NCDHHS State Veterinarian

866

Dr. Erica Urquhart discusses Insurance, and Technology

867

Patti Harris Senior Director of Student Access Initiatives for the UNC System

868

Anita Scott Neville Director of Hayti Reborn

869

Alan Wooten Managing Editor for the Center Square

870

Andrew Jones: Publisher at 24/7 Sports/CBS Sports on UNC Potentially Leaving the ACC

871

Corey Davis: State Climatologist on The Hottest Month Recorded in North Carolina

872

Mike Walden: N.C. State Economics Professor Emeritus on the Job Market Slump

873

Michelle Bradley: General Manager for the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts on Venue Excellence

874

Martha Collins and Susan Crate Bynum residents

875

David Lubin Wake Forest University Art Professor

876

Steve Rao Morrisville Town Councilman

877

Kevin Stephens Juniper Level Botanic Garden

878

Joel Harper Small Business Technology Development Center

879

Mitch Kokai Spokesperson for the John Locke Foundation

880

Mikaela Curry North Carolina Sierra Club Beyond Coal Campaign Manager

881

Gary Jackson Local attorney

882

Christine Rogers Salvation Army of North and South Carolina

883

Michael Hembree Sportswriter

884

Dr. Stephanie Irby Coard UNC Greensboro Human Development Professor

885

Jay McCloy Spokesperson for Bike MS: Tour to Tanglewood

886

Keith Poston: Executive Director of WakeEd Partnership on the Unfreezing of Federal Education Funding

887

Bob Orr: Former North Carolina Associate Supreme Court Justice on the “Saving College Sports” Executive Order

888

Michael Bitzer: Catawba College Political Science Professor on Roy Cooper Running for Senate

889

Bruce Mitchell Pro Wrestling journalist

890

David McLennan Meredith College Political Science Professor

891

Carolyn Bonifas Kelly Spokesperson for TRIP

892

Michele Frederick Curator of “The Book of Esther in the Age of Rembrandt” exhibition

893

Evan Fisher Founder of ExploreFall

894

Dr. Eric Morse Founder of Morse Clinics

895

Kyle Touchstone Director at Raleigh Economic Development

896

John Loyack Vice President of Economic Development with the N.C. Community College System

897

Charlie Tuggle Journalism professor at UNC-Chapel Hill

898

Dacia Toll Co-CEO of CourseMojo

899

Justin Burkhardt: Organizer of GalaxyCon

900

Brianna Kennedy: Interim CEO of Bull City Schools on the Crayons to Calculators Program

901

Phil Napoli: Duke Univeristy Sanford School of Public Policy on the Cancellation of Stephen Colbert

902

John Wood: Raleigh Real Estate Broker on the Construction Industry in The Triangle

903

Michelle Schaefer: CEO of the Diaper Bank of North Carolina on Increasing Need for Child Hygiene Products

904

Dr. Joseph Turek Chief of Pediatric Surgery at Duke Health

905

Kelly Crosbie N.C. Department of Health and Human Services Division Director of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities

906

Sheryl Waddell Director of Economic Development at Innovate North Carolina

907

Paul Wilkerson Rougemont resident

908

Chris Cooper Western Carolina University Political Science Professor

909

Gerald Cohen Chief Economist at the Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise at UNC-Chapel Hill

910

Elaine Wittry U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

911

Donnie Harrison Former Wake County Sheriff

912

Victoria Scott-Miller Owner of Liberation Station bookstore

913

Steve Williams St. Augustine’s alumnus

914

Kimberly Magerl Social Studies Editor for Lawn Love

915

Michael Doyle State Epidemiologist

916

Mike Walden N.C. State Economics Professor Emeritus

917

Mac McCorkle: Duke University Political Science Professor on the Passing of David Gergen

918

Cindy Luttrell: Dean of Information Technology at Wake Technical Community College on Developing Careers in the Tech Industry

919

Keith Poston: Chairman of the WakeEd Partnership on Federal Education Funding Cuts

920

Joseph Backholm: NC Values Coalition Government Affairs Advisor on NC Gender Legislation

921

Tiffany Wright Spokesperson for AAA Carolinas

922

Helena Garcia Ph. D candidate at UNC-Chapel Hill

923

Dr. Wesley Burks CEO of UNC Health

924

Janet Johnson Executive Director of the Red Cross—Greater Triangle Area Chapter

925

Ed Hooks Mayor of Mebane

926

Michael Bitzer Catawba College Poltical Science Professor

927

Isaac Villegas Director of Pathways to Practice

928

Alison Winzeler Director of Pathways to Practice

929

Mary Stowe Owner of Yarn, Etc.

930

Dr. Kristina Dahl Meteorologist with Climate Central

931

Paul Roberson Broker In Charge/Riverside Realty Group

932

Kim Deaner: Spokesperson for the NCDOT on The Response to Tropical Storm Chantal

933

Jeff Brooks: Duke Energy Spokesperson on the Damage Inflicted by Tropical Storm Chantal

934

Jessica Anderson: Mayor of Chapel Hill on Water Threats and Emergencies

935

Ed Hooks: Mayor of Mebane on the Impact of Tropical Storm Chantal

936

Jon Green Duke University Assistant Professor of Political Science

937

Mark Ezell Director of the Greater Highway Safety Program

938

Adam Gold Sports Radio Talk Show host

939

Amanda Heitman President of the North Carolina Council of Operating Room Nurses

940

Holden Bierman Founder of Coastal Cool

941

Michael Barasch Managing attorney with Barasch & McGarry

942

Chelsea Black Postdoctoral fellow at UNC-Chapel Hill

943

Anjanette Miller CEO of echo

944

Greg Barnes Inside Carolina writer

945

Monica Wood Marketing Specialist for the N.C. Farmers Market

946

Major Joseph Crawford Area Command of the Raleigh Salvation Army

947

Marc Raimondi Author of “Say Hello to the Bad Guys: How Pro Wrestling’s New World Order Changed America”

948

Bryan Iler Director for Festival for the Eno

949

David McLennan Meredith College Political Science Professor

950

Reuben Jones Washington, D.C Reporter for Spectrum News

951

Dr. Marta LaColla – Pet Protection and 4th of July safety for pets

952

Joel Greenburg President of Quadridox, INC.

953

Monica Smith Co-owner of Miss Gina’s Fresh Shrimp

954

Dr. Ryan Lamb Medical Director of Emergency Medicine at UNC Health

955

Chris Distel Newcomb and Company

956

Chris Cooper Western Carolina University Political Science Professor

957

Stephen Igoe Hoistthecoloursnet

958

Ashley McCumber Executive Director of Meals on Wheels of Wake County

959

Mac McCorkle Duke University Professor

960

Lindsey Golden, Director, State Affairs Alzheimer’s Association

961

Everett McElveen CEO of CASA

962

Jason Carter President of Duke Regional Hospital

963

Monica Smith Co-owner of Miss Gina’s Fresh Shrimp

964

Chris Amenechi of SeatCash, Summer Travel 06/21/2025

965

Marge Moreton: Market Manager for Fuquay-Varina Growers Market on Food Insecurity in Wake County

966

Talena Chavis: Owner of N.C. Snake Catcher

967

Autumn Miller: Wake County Emergency Management on Aquatic Safety

968

John Luckett: President of the Raleigh Rescue Mission on Homelessness

969

Tiffany Wright: Spokesperson for AAA Carolinas on Summer Travel

970

John Coleman: Duke University Economics Professor on Financial Fallout from Iran

971

Dasan Ahanu on Juneteenth

972

Dr. Mike Walden, Interest Rates

973

Adrienne Nirdé, Juneteenth

974

Autumn Miller Wake County Emergency Management

975

Martin Dugard "Taking Midway: Naval Warfare, Secret Codes, and the Battle That Turned the Tide of WWII"

976

Jennifer Kushell Exploring Your Potential

977

LaWanna Bradford Refocus. Reframe. Reconnect

978

Jonathan Mugar Co-Founder of the Soccer Tournament

979

Lee Lilley N.C. Secretary of Commerce

980

Kristen Terry Teacher at Dillard Drive Elementary Magnet School

981

Scott Peoples Former U.S. Captain in 82nd Airborne

982

Amy Sayle Science Education Specialist at the Morehead Planetarium

983

Morhia Mote Keep Being Resilient

984

Ira Mehlman Federation for American Immigration Reform

985

Ana Nunez Immigration Attorney

986

Monty Taylor Writer for College Baseball Central

987

Beth Tapp Co-owner of the Busy Beaver

988

David McLennan Meredith College Political Science Professor

989

Stephen Paul Director of Goats on the Go Raleigh-Durham

990

Ted Scheve Mission Pastor at Celebration Church

991

Candace DeMatteis of the Partnership to Fight Infectious Disease Vice President of Policy and Advocacy

992

Michael Hardt: Duke University Chapter of the American Association of University Professors on Duke Layoffs

993

Mitch Kokai: Spokesperson for the John Locke Foundation on the Chair of the North Carolina Republican Party

994

Dave Glenn of the North Carolina Sports Network and Chapelboro.com on Major Changes in Collegiate Sports

995

Dave Nathan UNC Baseball Play-by-play

996

Rabbi Mendy Wilschanski Rabbi and Executive Director of the Chabad of Raleigh

997

Hans Paerl Professor at the UNC Institute of Marine Sciences

998

Alex Jacquez Chief of Policy & Advocacy at Groundwork Collaborative

999

Clay Ausley Former owner of Gold and Guns

1000

Elliott Jarnot Sportswriter for the Duke Chronicle