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Good Morning BT with Bo Thompson & Beth TroutmanGood Morning BT | Gift Card Hoarding with Bo and Beth | Top Chef Charlotte PreviewGood Morning BT with Bo Thompson and Beth Troutman | Wednesday, March 18th, 2026. 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day 6:20 Guest: Theresa Payton (Cyber Security Expert) - PM Netanyahu posts proof of life video after to A.I. rumors 6:35 Revisiting "Enhanced Fajitas" with Al Conklin 6:50 RAM Biz Update; America has more Spa's and Gym's than retail stores 7:05 NC State loses to Texas in Dayton | Will wade comments on disappointing season 7:20 Revisiting Coldplay concert controversy 7:35 Beth finds $100 gift card in her car! 7:50 Winterble Wednesda...
2026-03-181h 48Good Morning BT with Bo Thompson & Beth TroutmanTim Boyum: Berger vs Page Race LatestTim Boyum from Capitol Tonight joins Bo and Beth to breakdown the latest news coming from the Berger/Page race.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2026-03-1812 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumJournalist shares her jump from hospice to health entrepreneurshipOn this week's episode of tying it together, host Tim Boyum talks with N.C. Health News founder Rose Hoban. Rose shares her story how she went from a nurse and hospice administrator to journalist to entrepreneur as she started her own journalism organization focused on health. Rose also shares impactful stories about her time as a hospice administrator.
2026-03-1138 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumWhy this longtime GOP strategist is battling his own partyWhat happens when a Republican operative bucks his party in a very public manner? On this week's episode of Tying it Together, Carlton Huffman joins host Tim Boyum to talk about the moment he began criticizing Donald Trump and his supporters and the consequences. In recent months, he's also been critical of ICE arrests in places like Minnesota.
2026-03-0433 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumAvett Brothers bassist Bob Crawford shares historian side, new bookThe Grammy nominated Avett Brothers are well known for their folk rock music around the world. The bassist, Bob Crawford, is also a historian, however. This week the North Carolinian joins host Tim Boyum to talk about his love for history and his new book "John Quincy Adams, from President to Political Maverick".
2026-02-2531 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumTim Boyum talks with State Senator Michael Garrett on ICE, Bad BunnyOn this week's episode of Tying it Together, State Senator Michael Garrett (D-Guilford) joins host Tim Boyum to talk about a whirlwind of a couple weeks where he visited Minnesota and sat in on legislative hearings about ICE operations in Minnesota. Then, the night of the Super Bowl, a post he made about Bad Bunny went very viral!
2026-02-1835 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumAnderson Clayton on making N.C. first primary state in 2028 electionNorth Carolina Democratic Party Chair Anderson Clayton joins host Tim Boyum this week to talk about her pitch to make North Carolina the first primary state for the 2028 presidential election. What are the state's chances and what would it mean? Crucially, what's her strategy for persuading Republican legislative leaders to permit it?
2026-02-1130 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumInside Carolina's Greg Barnes on the future vision of UNC basketballOn this week's episode, host Tim Boyum talks with Greg Barnes from Inside Carolina about perhaps the most controversial and hot topic of the future of UNC basketball. To many, it appeared the Tar Heels were poised to announce a new arena on a future campus site. But then a legendary coach released a video pleading to renovate the current arena. It's a fascinating and emotional debate for the country's oldest public university, which enjoys one of college basketball's most storied programs.
2026-02-0437 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumDuke professor on President Trump's foreign policy approach On this week's episode of Tying it Together, Dr. Bruce Jentleson joins host Tim Boyum to explain the story behind all the foreign policy battles garnering the attention of President Trump — from Iran, Venezuela, Ukraine, to Greenland. Jentleson is a professor at the Sanford School of Public Policy at Duke University. He's a former senior adviser at the State Department under the Obama and Clinton administrations. He also served as a senior foreign policy advisor to the Al Gore presidential campaign and lectures around the world on foreign policy.
2026-01-2133 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumN.C. Senator sues Whirlpool over AI altered TED Talk adThis week, State Senator DeAndrea Salvador (D-Mecklenburg) joins host Tim Boyum to tell the unbelievable story of a 2018 TED Talk she gave that was altered by artificial intelligence to make her say things she never said during the speech. That AI material was then used in an ad by Whirlpool and even won an award, and she's now filed suit.
2026-01-1442 min
Tying It Together with Tim Boyum2025: End of year extravaganzaOn this week's episode of Tying it Together, it's our annual holiday extravaganza. Host Tim Boyum and political insiders Billy Warden and Brian Lewis look back at 2025. They will honor longtime Gov. Jim Hunt, who died in December, and review another wild year in politics in North Carolina and beyond. Warden is a marketing and communications expert with RLF Communications. Lewis is a lobbyist with New Frame.
2025-12-2439 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumKyle Kondik discusses early expectations about 2026 midtermsPolitical prognosticator Kyle Kondik joins host Tim Boyum to talk about early expectations for the 2026 midterm elections. They will talk about the nation's most watched Senate race in North Carolina, how redistricting could impact the power in Congress, and whether affordability will dominate voter's intentions.
2025-12-1738 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumSitting down with North Carolina Attorney General Jeff JacksonThis week, North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson sits down with host Tim Boyum to talk about his first year in the position. The Democrat talks about his process of deciding whether to sue the Trump administration, trying his first case ever in front of the state supreme court and his latest work involving artificial intelligence. They also talk in depth about Jackson's passion to avoid "outrage politics" and why he thinks his explainer videos caught on and went viral.
2025-12-1035 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumThis law professor says N.C. must fight for justice nowThis week on Tying it Together, host Tim Boyum talks with UNC law professor Gene Nichol who recently released a book called "Now what? How North Carolina Can Blace a Progressive Path Forward." Nichol, famous for his focus on poverty and equality, discusses how football recruiting shaped his political views. He also recounts his battles with Republican legislative leaders, the closing of his poverty center, and the seemingly constant redistricting battles.
2025-12-0337 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumThanksgiving myths and reality: Historian breaks it downThis week, as America celebrates Thanksgiving, host Tim Boyum welcomes author and historian Kenneth Davis to the Tying it Together podcast. Davis talks about the true history behind the story of the first Thanksgiving and many of the myths. The menu will surprise you, and we bet you can't guess which president signed the first proclamation declaring Thanksgiving a holiday. Davis is a New York Times bestselling author of the "Don't Know Much About History" book series and his current book "The World in Books".
2025-11-2640 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumGOP Sen. Ted Budd talks shutdown, Epstein files & spending time in Oval OfficeU.S. Senator and Republican Ted Budd joins host Tim Boyum for a wide-ranging conversation on the Tying it Together podcast. They talk about his upbringing and how his first run for office literally happened hours before the deadline and resulted in a 17-way primary. Later, they talk about the government shutdown, health care, federal raids in Charlotte, the 2026 elections, and even the controversy of the Epstein files.
2025-11-1941 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumCassie Clark on her viral Charlie Kirk shirt postIn this week's episode of Tying it Together, host Tim Boyum talks with popular blogger and content creator Cassie Clark. She spends most of her time online preserving southern culture and history, but recently she has been thrown into politics after a post she made with a Charlie Kirk shirt on. Elon Musk retweeted her post that now has more than 21 million views. She now says her life has changed forever. Tim talks with Cassie about her background, the shirt incident and why she now says she will take on politics after avoiding it...
2025-11-0537 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumA day at the N.C. State Fair with Labor Commissioner Luke FarleyThis week on Tying it Together, host Tim Boyum heads to the state fair to talk with Labor Commissioner Luke Farley. Prior to his role in public service, Commissioner Farley practiced law privately, with a focus on workplace safety. They'll discuss the complex safety procedures needed for approving rides at the N.C. State Fair. They also discuss his unlikely rise in politics as they eat a pork belly churro and much more.
2025-10-2933 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumThe big redistricting move in North Carolina: What voters need to knowOn this week's episode of Tying it Together, host Tim Boyum and his guests tackle the latest craziness in North Carolina politics. Following Texas, California and others, the North Carolina is set to pass another new Congressional map this week. The state's most powerful politician is facing a primary. Finally, the 2026 U.S. Senate race continues to garner all kinds of attention and money. Tim is joined by Brian Lewis, a lobbyist and podcaster, along with Billy Warden, a marketing expert and journalist, to discuss everything.
2025-10-2245 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumSheriff Sam Page on why he's vying for Phil Berger's N.C. Senate seatOn this week's episode of Tying it Together, host Tim Boyum talks with the man who is challenging North Carolina's most powerful politician. Senate leader Phil Berger has led Republicans ever since they took full control of the legislature in 2011. However, an unsuccessful attempt to expand casinos in the state opened the door for criticism. As a result, Rockingham County Sheriff Sam Page plans to run against Sen. Berger in next year's Republican primary. This week, we get to know Sheriff Page, why he's running, and why he thinks he can beat the...
2025-10-1538 min
SUMM IT UPFinancials 101: How much is your salon really worth?Whether you expect to sell your salon in 6 months or in 20 years, the time to start preparing is now, says Chris Wittich, a CPA who works with Summit and specializes in salons. Early planning leads to better outcomes, smoother transitions, and higher valuations. And unfotunately, many salon owners miss the mark then it comes to the true value of their salons. In this episode you'll learn exactly what factors into a salon's value, and how to make your salon company attractive to buyers. Also: Where to look for a buyer, and tips for selling in "bite-sized pieces" to...
2025-10-0834 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumGreen Beret to Congressman: Republican Pat Harrigan on crime and partisan divideOn this week's episode of Tying it Together, host Tim Boyum chats with Congressman Pat Harrigan. The Republican representing the 10th district is a former Army Special Forces officer and Green Beret. He graduated from West Point with a degree in nuclear engineering, as well. Tim and Rep. Harrigan talk about his background in the military, why he ran for Congress, the partisan divide and the debate over crime in cities like Charlotte.
2025-10-0846 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumAnderson Clayton on the U.S. Senate race, crime and the future of the Democratic partyOn this week's episode of Tying it Together, host Tim Boyum talks with North Carolina Democratic Party Chair Anderson Clayton. Clayton discusses next year's top-watched U.S. Senate race, the future of the Democratic party and the political debates centered on crime in the state and around the country. Clayton, who was the nation's youngest state party chair just two years earlier, recently secured a second term as head of the North Carolina Democratic Party.
2025-10-0145 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumProfessors weigh in on First Amendment boundariesOn this week's episode of Tying it Together, host Tim Boyum talks with two First Amendment experts in light of the debate over free speech since the death of Charlie Kirk and Jimmy Kimmel's temporary suspension. Tim's guests are UNC Law professor Bill Marshall and Campbell Law professor Greg Wallace. They will debate the origins, any exceptions, and whether recent events are tiptoeing the line of violating the First Amendment.
2025-09-2435 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumGreg Barnes talks UNC revenue sharing and team expectations with Coach BelichickOn this week's episode of Tying it Together, host Tim Boyum dives back into the world of college athletics, focusing on the political aspects of the sport as the college football season continues. This week, he takes a closer look at UNC-Chapel Hill after shocking the world and hiring Bill Belichick. He works to learn how the university is navigating revenue sharing, conference realignment and raised expectations. Tim is joined by Greg Barnes from Inside Carolina and the On3 network. He's been at the forefront of writing about the business side of UNC athletics.
2025-09-1741 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumWhy college football's biggest battles are now politicalOn this week's episode of Tying it Together, host Tim Boyum talks with Matt Brown from Extra Points. As the college football season heats up, we are talking about the politics of college athletics, from NIL and conference realignment to even video games. Will politicians intervene? We tackle it all with the founder and publisher of Extra Points, which tackles all things college sports off the field.
2025-09-1033 minSUMM IT UPNew tax laws around tips benefit salons and stylists -- Here's what to know ft. Chris WittitchThis episode we're amped to talk about taxes. That's because new U.S. laws benefit both salon owners and stylists. Blake brings in Chris Wittitch, a CPA and partner at Boyum Acounting, to break it all down. They chat about the exciting new FICA tax tip credit now available to the beauty industry and what salon owners need to know to take full advantage of it. They also touch on the new tax-free tips for service providers and discuss the impact of digital tipping platforms like Venmo and PayPal. Tune in to get all the insights straight from an...
2025-09-1030 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumThom Tillis on Trump conflict and death threats he's receivedOn this week's episode of Tying it Together, host Tim Boyum travels to Cornelius to meet with U.S. Senator Thom Tillis. There they talk about his debate with President Trump and his decision to retire. Sen. Tillis talks in depth about the conversations with President Trump, his decision not to run for reelection and the death threats he has received in recent years. They also walk the mountain bike path that led to his political career in the first place.
2025-09-0347 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumWhat can early polling tell us about the 2026 U.S. Senate RaceOn this week's episode of Tying it Together, pollster Tom Jensen joins host Tim Boyum to talk about early polling in the 2026 U.S. Senate race and whether we can really glean any insight this early into the race. Jensen also talks in depth about the overall political mood for 2026, the highs and lows for candidates Roy Cooper and Michael Whatley, and why we should reconsider everything we think we know about the race. Jensen has been a pollster with the nationally recognized Public Policy Polling since 2007. He's a UNC-Chapel Hill graduate.
2025-08-2736 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumWhat to know about crypto's growing role in politicsWith cryptocurrency in political headlines from Congress to the White House, we figured it was time to get some experts on to help us understand it all. Two well-versed and well-spoken experts from Duke University join host Tim Boyum to share their experiences. Jimmie Lenz is the Director of the Master of Engineering in Financial Technology and Master of Engineering in Cybersecurity at Duke University. Lee Reiners is a lecturing fellow at Duke University and Duke Law. They have both testified before Congress on the issues and have their own podcast...
2025-08-1339 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumWhy is North Carolina getting hotter and more humid? One state official says climate change is to blameHost Tim Boyum welcomes Dr. Kathy Dello this week, as they analyze the extensive flooding that has impacted our state throughout the summer. Dr. Dello is the State Climatologist and Director of the State Climate Office. She explains the science behind the recent intense rainfall and the role climate change has played in these storms. She also talks in depth about the future of our climate and challenges local communities and the state may face if it continues.
2025-07-3035 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumArt Pope on President Trump's tariff plan and the consumerThis week, Art Pope joins host Tim Boyum to voice his strong opposition to President Trump's tariff plan. Pope is one of the state's largest Republican donors and owns a massive discount retail company, recently purchasing numerous Big Lots that were in bankruptcy. Pope believes the tariffs will lead to product shortages and increased prices for his customers.
2025-07-2344 minTying It Together with Tim BoyumArt Pope on President Trump's tariff plan and the consumerThis week, Art Pope joins host Tim Boyum to voice his strong opposition to President Donald Trump's tariff plan. Pope is one of the state's largest Republican donors and owns a massive discount retail company, recently purchasing numerous Big Lots that were in bankruptcy. Pope believes the tariffs will lead to product shortages and increased prices for his customers.
2025-07-2344 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumWhat, and who, is next after Tillis? Two of the state's top political consultants weigh inDays after U.S. Senator Thom Tillis announced he will not run for reelection, host Tim Boyum sits down with two of North Carolina's top consultants to talk about what's next. Morgan Jackson, a top Democratic strategist for former Gov. Roy Cooper, and Jonathan Felts, a top Republican strategist for current U.S. Senator Ted Budd, join Tim to talk about Tillis' decision, potential candidates and the role of President Donald Trump. Before his announcement, Tillis weighed Trump's influence and Senate GOP support, said a person who was granted anonymity to discuss internal dynamics.
2025-07-0935 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumSen. Thom Tillis says he won't seek reelection, what's nextOn this week's episode of Tying it Together, host Tim Boyum talks with Lucille Sherman of Axios Raleigh and WUNC Capitol Bureau Chief Colin Campbell about U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis dropping out of the U.S. Senate race and the wild "ending" to the legislative session this week. In a recent statement, Tillis said his decision was motivated by his desire to spend time with his family and his displeasure with "partisan gridlock," criticizing what he says is a lack of "independent thinking" in Washington. Meanwhile, former Rep. Wiley Nickel, the only Democrat declared for the Se...
2025-07-0240 min
Tying It Together with Tim Boyum'A delicate balance': North Carolina's Health secretary breaks down Medicaid's complex roleNorth Carolina's new top public health official, N.C. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Dev Sangvai joins Tying it Together host Tim Boyum to discuss the latest public health news, the future of health care, nurse shortages and more. Tim also asks him just why the healthcare system is so difficult to understand for so many, including him. "Nobody would build it the way we currently have it if we had to start all over. But I think now we have a $5 trillion healthcare enterprise across the United States, and I think...
2025-06-2530 min
Tying It Together with Tim Boyum'I don't know where or how to lead you': Remembering the Emanuel Nine part 2This is part two of a two-part series covering ten years since the deadly shooting at Mother Emanuel AME Church in Charleston. With a victim's brother, Spectrum News 1's Tim Boyum returned to Charleston to visit the church. Although much is different, the pain remains. Malcolm Graham's sister, Cynthia, was one of the nine murdered in the church basement. Boyum and Graham walked around Charleston visiting the church and a library where she was once a librarian. They also visit a bookstore in Charlotte. Graham is a member of the Charlotte City Council and a...
2025-06-1829 min
Tying It Together with Tim Boyum'We're celebrating, not how she died, but how she lived': The Emanuel Nine part 1 It's been 10 years since the Mother Emanuel AME Church shooting in Charleston. It happened on June 17, 2015. With the victim's brother, Spectrum News 1's Tim Boyum returned to Charleston to visit the church. Although much is different, the pain remains. "I miss her. But we're celebrating, not how she died, but how she lived," Malcolm Graham said. His sister, Cynthia was one of the nine murdered in the church basement. Boyum and Graham walked around Charleston, visiting the church, a library where his sister was a library and a Charlotte bookstore. Malcolm is a membe...
2025-06-1736 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumThe research behind North Carolina's roadsOn this week's episode of Tying it Together, host Tim Boyum tackles one of the biggest and most talked about issues in North Carolina — traffic. As a growing state, we are seeing all kinds of improved roads and many new designs, including roundabouts, diamond interchanges, and beyond. N.C. State is a hotbed for a lot of the research that goes into these decisions. This week, Dr. Daniel Findley, Associate Director for the Institute of Transportation Research and Education at N.C. State, joins Tim to discuss those issues plus another enormous challenge surrounding the gas...
2025-06-1136 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumGov. Josh Stein on growing up, possible FEMA cuts and the state budgetOn this week's episode of Tying it Together, North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein joins host Tim Boyum in the studio to go in-depth about his life and talk politics of the day. We learn what it's like to live in the executive mansion, his father's role in opening the state's first integrated law firm, how he met the first lady. The two then transition to politics, discussing major issues like Helene's impacts, current recovery efforts and the state budget. We also learn about his proposal to change FEMA, and whether he would sign the Republican H...
2025-06-0433 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumNorth Carolina's Innocence Inquiry Commission faces elimination, what it meansOn this week's episode of Tying it Together, host Tim Boyum tackles the debate over North Carolina's one of a kind Innocence Inquiry Commission. Since 2007, it has exonerated 16 people, many serving over 20 years in prison for crimes they did not commit. However, the state Senate wants to cut its funding. The commission's leader Laura Pierro joins Tim to discuss how it works and why she thinks the state must continue funding it.
2025-05-2840 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumFormer N.C. state superintendent on the state's longest disputed electionOn this week's episode of Tying it Together, host Tim Boyum is joined by former state superintendent of public instruction Dr. June Atkinson. She made history as the first woman elected for the position and held it from 2005 through 2016. This month, after six months of court drama, the nation's final 2024 race ended with State Supreme Court Associate Justice Allison Riggs being sworn in. While many people today might think it was one of the longest delayed races ever, think again. It was 20 years ago that Dr. June Atkinson had her own race, but she didn't take office until...
2025-05-2141 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumLong-serving director talks about getting ousted from Republican-controlled elections boardOn this week's episode of Tying it Together, host Tim Boyum talks with Karen Brinson Bell, the recently removed executive director of the North Carolina Board of Elections. A new law passed last week enabled Republicans to select a new board, which then appointed a former Republican attorney general candidate and general counsel to the Republican house speaker, rather than her. Brinson discusses that decision, the board denying her the chance to give last remarks, leading state elections through a pandemic and natural disaster, the future of elections, and her own future.
2025-05-1448 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumRNC Chairman Michael Whatley on FEMA review efforts, Trump's first 100 daysOn this week's episode of Tying it Together, host Tim Boyum talks with Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Whatley. The North Carolina native was just appointed to a FEMA Review Council. That council will take a closer look at the future of the often-criticized emergency management agency. President Trump criticized the agency's response in western North Carolina after Helene devastated the area. Instead, he and other leaders believe there should be a new way of funding after natural disasters, whatever acronym it might be called. "Come up with a formula to send natural disa...
2025-05-0725 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumCatching up with Rep. Tim Moore after DMZ visit, stepping down as House SpeakerOn this week's episode of Tying it Together, host Tim Boyum sits down with Congressman Tim Moore. He's in his first term after breaking a record as the longest serving House Speaker in North Carolina legislative history. The Republican recently visited the DMZ, separating North and South Korea. He explains his time there, including his reasons for being there and how it affected his foreign policy perspective. Later, he discusses tariffs, FEMA and Western North Carolina recovery from Hurricane Helene.
2025-04-3030 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumDavid Graham: 'The Project: How Project 2025 is Reshaping America'On this week's episode of Tying it Together, nationally known journalist from The Atlantic, David Graham, joins host Tim Boyum to discuss his new book. The Durham based journalist just released his first, "The Project: How Project 2025 is Reshaping America". Project 2025 is a 900-page document of policies drawn up by a group of conservative people, some in Trump's first administration, and the Heritage Foundation. It includes how to make independent agencies respond to the president, move employees to become political employees and how to challenge things one thinks might be unconstitutional, Graham proposes. H...
2025-04-2329 min
Tying It Together with Tim Boyum'Bigger mess than I thought': Sitting down with N.C. State Auditor Dave BoliekOur guest this week is new State Auditor Dave Boliek. His job is to look at state and local entities and audit them to make sure tax dollars are being spent in the way the General Assembly appropriates them. The state auditor's primary goals include covering a financial audit, economy and efficiency audit and program result audit. The Republican joins host Tim Boyum to discuss the position and high-profile issues he plans to tackle, including the DMV, elections and the Department of Government Efficiency. One of the key questions he's trying to answer — Whe...
2025-04-1632 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumN.C. Sen. Chaudhuri on how Democrats are doing in a new General AssemblyOn this week's episode of Tying it Together, host Tim Boyum talks with North Carolina State Senator Jay Chaudhuri. The Wake County Democrat discusses his parents' background as immigrants from India and the impact it had on his life. He also explains the connection between his upbringing and his dedication to public service. Later, the two talk about serving as a member of the minority party, a bill he filed in wrestler Ric Flair's name and another bill that would ban student cell phones in schools.
2025-04-0237 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumTaking a timeout from politics to talk North Carolina's blue bloodsIn the middle of March Madness, host Tim Boyum brings on an old friend and political journalist who just released a book on the history of the so-called "blue bloods" of college basketball. Jeff Tiberii is a host of Due South on WUNC radio, but he also just released the book "The Magnificent Seven: College Basketball's Blue Bloods." It's a fascinating look at the history of these influential teams but also some incredible stories about the people who make it so special. We hope you enjoy this time out from politics to learn more about No...
2025-03-2636 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumDo you trust North Carolina's election process?On this week's episode, host Tim Boyum and his guests discuss a recent study on the state of North Carolina elections. Low faith and trust in elections is widespread, but North Carolina's elections are more successful than many other states, according to a study from cross-partisan organization North Carolina Fair Safe and Secure Elections. "One big takeaway we have is that early voting is working really well in North Carolina by any metric," Dr. Chris Cooper, from Western Carolina University, said. Cooper and Dr. Michael Bitzer, from Catawba College, are members of the gr...
2025-03-1931 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumRaleigh News & Observer: The political impacts of a historical North Carolina newspaperOn this week's episode, host Tim Boyum talks with author and retired political reporter Rob Christensen. The two discuss Christensen's newly released book, Southern News, Southern Politics, which tells the fascinating story of the Raleigh News & Observer and its impact on shaping North Carolina's political history. With a 45-year career at the newspaper, Christensen is undoubtedly an expert on its modern history. But the stories go back to the 1800s when the publisher was involved heavily in Democratic politics and even white supremacy. He also gave Tim his take on the future of newspaper and in...
2025-03-1237 min
Tying It Together with Tim Boyum'We didn't even have tests': Dr. Mandy Cohen looks back on COVID-19 in N.C. five years laterIn an exclusive interview five years after Covid, host Tim Boyum speaks with the woman who guided North Carolina through the pandemic. Dr. Mandy Cohen reveals the challenges, the successes, and even threats she faced during the challenging time. She highlights working with Gov. Roy Cooper as a key reason for her success in North Carolina during COVID-19. "I learned so much from him and I'm so grateful that I was able to be on his team. We had a lot of special attributes that made us successful," she said. She and Tim al...
2025-03-0551 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumGetting candid with Republican Senate President Pro Tem Phil BergerThis week's episode of Tying it Together features an interview with Senate President Pro Tem Phil Berger, arguably North Carolina's most influential politician, as a new legislative session begins. Host Tim Boyum and Sen. Berger openly discuss Helene's mountain relief efforts, collaboration with new Gov. Josh Stein and house speaker Destin Hall, and other topics in the senator's office. "I don't know that when all is said and done that it's going to end up any different," Sen. Berger told Boyum when talking about Gov. Stein and cutting deals. "But I am optimistic that we...
2025-02-2637 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumNorth Carolina's first unaffiliated congressional candidate charts a fresh path post-electionOn this week's episode, host Tim Boyum reconnects with Shelane Etchison. She was North Carolina's first ever Congressional unaffiliated candidate to make it on the ballot. Independents aren't a party, they aren't a third party, they're exactly as they sound — independent. Although she lost the election, she significantly outperformed all other non-major party candidates, exceeding expectations. "The burden for unaffiliated candidates to get on the ballot, I believe, is too high right now. The bar is too high right now," Etchison told Boyum. "The amount of money I had to allocate to that, the time and e...
2025-02-1927 min
Tying It Together with Tim Boyum'There's going to be tons of money': North Carolina's 2026 Senate RaceNext year, North Carolina will host what is expected to be the most important and expensive U.S. Senate races in the country. This week, incumbent Thom Tillis' consultant, Jordan Shaw, joins host Tim Boyum in studio to talk about the Tillis campaign. The two also talk about the impact President Trump has on candidates and Sen. Tillis' potential Democratic opponents. "The best politicians are the ones who are able to thread the needle," Shaw told Boyum. "And that's a very small, small hole to thread right now." They close the podcast by d...
2025-02-1238 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumYoungest ever N.C. House speaker talks about his prioritiesOn this episode of Tying it Together, North Carolina's new House Speaker Destin Hall joins host Tim Boyum for a wide-ranging discussion about his new role and working with a new governor. At just 37, he's the state's youngest speaker ever, and he's not afraid to be frank. Speaker Hall also goes in depth with Tim on the major topics of today like Hurricane Helene relief, immigration and much more. "If you're here illegally and you're committing crimes you gotta go," he told Tim on the podcast. He added that being rules chair for almost five y...
2025-02-0538 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumWhat it's like working in the White HouseOn this week's episode, host Tim Boyum talks with former Senior White House Deputy Press Secretary Andrew Bates. Bates, a North Carolina native and N.C. State grad, spent significant time in the White House with President Biden and on the campaign trail with him as well. He takes us behind-the-scenes of working in the high-pressure job, trips on Air Force One, Biden's decision to get out of the race, and what he thinks Democrats should do next.
2025-01-2936 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumGerrymandering: The ongoing fight for fair mapsAttorney and former Democratic politician Wiley Nickel joins host Tim Boyum this week to talk about his time in Congress. Former congressman Nickel served as the U.S. representative for North Carolina's 13th district from 2023 to 2025. He tells Tim why he was so concentrated on gerrymandering during that time. "Gerrymandering isn't about the number of states, it's about the number of districts carved up by politicians in each state," he said in one post. He also hints at a potential run for U.S. Senate in 2026. Nickel wraps up by spending time talking about his c...
2025-01-2234 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumWhat N.C. elected officials said they expect heading to D.C. in 2025On this week's episode of Tying it Together, host Tim Boyum gives us a look at what we can expect from Washington politics in 2025. He spent several days there during the recent snowstorm, sitting down with three newly elected members of Congress from North Carolina: Rep. Pat Harrigan, Rep. Addison McDowell and Rep. Brad Knott. He also talks with Washington pundit Doug Heye, who graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1994. Later, he gets 2025 political previews from Spectrum News national political reporters Taylor Popielarz and Reuben Jones.
2025-01-1546 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumRoy Cooper and Thom Tillis for U.S. Senate in 2026?This week, Tim Boyum interviews top Republican strategist Paul Shumaker about his analysis of the 2024 elections, and their implications for the future. Shumaker has won five U.S. Senate races as a consultant and currently works for U.S. Senator Thom Tillis, who is up for reelection next year. Shumaker offered insights into the race, including thoughts on Governor Cooper's possible run and potential 2028 gubernatorial candidates.
2025-01-0838 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumChange in leadership: N.C. Senate Democrats see new head figure in Sen. Sydney BatchIn a recent surprise, North Carolina Senate Democrats announced a new leader that was not Dan Blue. Sen. Sydney Batch will take his place next year after a decade of different leadership. Sen. Batch joined host Tim Boyum to discuss her background in an incredibly successful family, working with her husband at their law firm, surviving breast cancer, and how she plans on leading Democrats much differently than her predecessor, and how she will get along with Sen. Phil Berger. "I have a lot to learn. I'm grateful to Sen. Blue to help guide me th...
2024-12-1839 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumJohn Locke Foundation: How the North Carolina think tank got its startOn this week's episode, longtime political guru John Hood joins host Tim Boyum to discuss the early days of launching one of North Carolina's first think tanks, and the impact all think tanks have in today's political world. For over two decades, Hood directed the John Locke Foundation and presently authors a nationally syndicated newspaper column for over 50 newspapers. Recently, he's written seven books, including a historical-fantasy novel. The pair also have a thorough conversation about redistricting and its influence stemming from the 2020 Census, and the need for non-governmental organizations like John Locke Foundation.
2024-12-1138 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumTrump won N.C., but Democrats took the top seats in the state. Here's whyOn this week's episode of Tying it Together, top North Carolina Democratic strategist Morgan Jackson joins host Tim Boyum to break down the 2024 election from his perspective. The two break down North Carolina Governor-elect Josh Stein and other major positions going to Democrats, despite Donald Trump winning the presidency by a decent margin, and what national Democrats might learn from North Carolina. Jackson, from Nexus Strategies, is a top strategist for current Gov. Roy Cooper and Governor-elect Josh Stein. His firm also regularly works with presidential campaigns.
2024-12-0436 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumThe economy and a presidential election: Can promises made really be kept?After months of promises and debate, the 2024 presidential election likely came down to how people felt about the economy. On this week's podcast, host Tim Boyum talks with two economists about the promises made, and what a Trump presidency might mean for the economy in terms of tariffs, product prices, interest rates, immigration and more. Our guests are N.C. State economist emeritus Dr. Michael Walden and UNC Charlotte economist Dr. John Connaughton.
2024-11-2632 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumRepublican Jim Blaine on why Trump won North CarolinaAs host Tim Boyum continues to look at the results of the 2024 election, longtime Republican Jim Blaine joins him to offer his perspective on why President-elect Donald Trump won. Despite Donald Trump's more than 3-percentage point victory in North Carolina, Democrats celebrated Election Day victories in races for governor, attorney general and the legislature. With the 2026 and 2028 elections in sight, both parties are already maneuvering for position. Blaine breaks down those moving pieces.
2024-11-2046 min
You Decide with Errol LouisHow red is this wave?One week after Donald Trump defeated Kamala Harris, many across the country are wondering how he won so soundly and what this means for the country moving forward. Trump has wasted little time naming cabinet members to his incoming administration, while Democrats are scratching their heads and pointing fingers about what went wrong. At the same time, while the president-elect won all of the swing states on his road to the White House, Democrats either held onto or won Senate seats in four of those battleground states that Harris lost. So, is it a red wave or just a...
2024-11-1435 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumSpectrum News political reporters describe covering Harris and Trump campaignsFresh off the campaign trail, Spectrum News political reporters Taylor Popielarz and Cassie Semyon join host Tim Boyum to talk about their time following President-elect Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris. They reveal the struggles and triumphs of their journey, painting a vivid picture of life on the road, week after week, for months on end. Their time with both political campaigns and everyday citizens gives them a unique perspective on the country's condition, something they also share during their time on the podcast with Tim. No doubt rare insights you don't want to mi...
2024-11-1340 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumDecision 2024: North Carolina's post-election results Just hours after Donald Trump was declared the winner of the presidential election, Republican National Committee Chair Michael Whatley joins host Tim Boyum to discuss President Trump-elect's win. The two also touch on topics like whether the election was fair and secure, and what Trump will focus on first in January. Later on, the discussion covers the North Carolina results and the potential impact of Mark Robinson's candidacy on his fellow Republicans in the election.
2024-11-0718 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumExperts weigh in on North Carolina early voting numbersJust days before election day, host Tim Boyum talks with two experts about the early voting numbers we are seeing and what it might mean in terms of momentum for one candidate or the other. Republicans are seeing higher numbers, but are they new voters or just voters that previously voted on election day? Dr. Michael Bitzer, from Catawba College, and Dr. Chris Cooper, from Western Carolina University, have been analyzing the data. They break it all down in these crucial last days of candidates' campaigns.
2024-10-3034 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumAfter Helene: Ensuring every N.C. vote is cast and countedWith early voting underway in North Carolina's crucial battleground election, state elections executive director Karen Brinson Bell joins host Tim Boyum this week to talk about the storm's impact on western North Carolina elections. She'll also discuss what we can expect if races get close. It comes as Gov. Cooper visited Asheville earlier in the week to reiterate to residents that everyone's voice will be heard in this year's election. Bell tells some incredible stories about the lengths these counties are going to make sure people can vote, county directors losing their own homes, and another gentleman w...
2024-10-2346 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumFinal push: What does the polling say as early voting begins in N.C.?This week, host Tim Boyum returns to the studio after a recent road trip, sitting down with the region's top pollsters to talk about the election as early voting begins and campaigns begin their final push. Tom Jensen, from Public Policy Polling, and Dr. Scott Huffmon, from Winthrop University, are on hand with the latest trends in the presidential race, explaining why they're spending so much of their time in the Tar Heel state. Both pollsters believe this will be an election where it will take a few days to find out who America's next president will be...
2024-10-1636 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumTim wraps up his cross-country politics paloozaFront Porch Politics and Tying It Together podcast host Tim Boyum, with photojournalist John Stampf, are wrapping their cross-country trip in a rented Tesla to test the realities of electric vehicles. They've talked with everyday Americans and local leaders about the issues that matter to them this election season reporting along the way. Tim and John have arrived at Santa Monica Pier in California nine days after departing from the big apple in their Tesla, packed full of new political and electric vehicle driving experiences. Here are the total EV stats: 9 day trip
2024-10-0912 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumTalking election controversy at the Vegas Strip Front Porch Politics and Tying It Together podcast host Tim Boyum, with photojournalist John Stampf, are on the road. They're talking with everyday Americans and local leaders about the issues that matter to them this election season. And they're making the journey in a rented Tesla, reporting as they go on the realities of charging stops and range anxiety while crossing the country in an EV. Host Tim Boyum looks back on this leg of his EV trip from the Las Vegas strip. He brought up the fact that they have now reached two more battleground states, A...
2024-10-0810 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumHot Air Politics: Soaring into the skies over New MexicoFront Porch Politics and Tying It Together podcast host Tim Boyum, with photojournalist John Stampf, are on the road. They're talking with everyday Americans and local leaders about the issues that matter to them this election season. And they're making the journey in a rented Tesla, reporting as they go on the realities of charging stops and range anxiety while crossing the country in an EV. In his latest stop in New Mexico, he does an unusual interview from a hot air balloon during the annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, where more than 800,000 people from a...
2024-10-0810 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumTying it Together special: Economics of EV travel pt. 3Front Porch Politics and Tying It Together podcast host Tim Boyum is on the road, talking with everyday Americans and local leaders about the issues that matter to them this election season. He is cranking out bite-sized podcasts along the way, and in his first edition, he is making his way up the Pennsylvania turnpike with photojournalist John Stampf in a rented Tesla. On this stop, Tim reports from Madison, Wisconsin, where getting a hotel room is hard to find. That's because he and Mark plan to take part in the World Dairy Expo while in town.
2024-10-0310 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumTying it Together special: Economics of EV travel pt. 2Front Porch Politics and Tying It Together podcast host Tim Boyum is on the road, talking with everyday Americans and local leaders about the issues that matter to them this election season. He is cranking out bite-sized podcasts along the way, and in his first edition, he is making his way up the Pennsylvania turnpike with photojournalist John Stampf in a rented Tesla. Host Tim Boyum continues his treck across America with recent stops in Pittsburgh, Buttler, Pennsylvania and then to Lordstown, Ohio before landing in Lansing, Michigan for the vice presidential debate. He said t...
2024-10-0209 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumTying it Together special: Economics of EV travelFront Porch Politics and Tying It Together podcast host, Tim Boyum, is on the road, talking with everyday Americans and local leaders about the issues that matter to them this election season. He is cranking out bit-sized podcasts along the way, and in his first edition, he is making his way up the Pennsylvania turnpike with Photojournalist John Stampf in a rented Tesla. After leaving the Philadelphia area, they stopped in Morgantown, PA to charge up the vehicle. Tim did note, "range anxiety" is real when you're not used to driving an EV. He found himself constantly w...
2024-10-0110 min
Tying It Together with Tim Boyum'Trail of the Serpent': Author shares rare N.C. political stories in new bookOn this week's episode of Tying it Together, Carter Wrenn joins host Tim Boyum to talk about his new book "The Trail of the Serpent". Carter has been a fixture in Republican circles for over four decades, starting with Ronald Reagan's 1976 campaign in North Carolina. His most famous work follows the path and career of U.S. Senator Jesse Helms in the 70s, 80s and 90s. Carter transports listeners back in time with his extraordinary accounts of North Carolina's historic campaigns.
2024-09-2548 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumMoney in politics: The good, the bad and the ugly of campaign financeOn this week's episode, host Tim Boyum pulls back the curtain on the world of campaign fundraising. Democratic fundraiser and Parker Poe partner Bruce Thompson joins Tim to consider the ins and outs of a multi-billion dollar industry full of intrigue, controversy and misconceptions. Thompson was part of Hillary Clinton's national fundraising committee and has played a prominent role in North Carolina campaigns for decades. He explains the common misconceptions surrounding fundraising and the thought that money drives candidate decision making. He added that a big downside to fundraising isn't the amount of money, but...
2024-09-1836 min
Tying It Together with Tim Boyum'Anatomy of a Purple State' with N.C. political scientist Chris CooperThe designation of North Carolina as a purple state is a common observation in the context of elections. But many might be asking, "what implications does that have and how might it affect the upcoming election?" Dr. Chris Cooper from Western Carolina University joins host Tim Boyum to talk about his new book, "Anatomy of a Purple State" to peel back the layers of North Carolina's unique and ever changing politics.
2024-09-1133 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumFour years later: Catching up with former U.S. Senate candidate Cal CunninghamFour years after his U.S. Senate race and personal turmoil collided, Democrat Cal Cunningham sits down with host Tim Boyum to open up about that period in his life. They talk about his affair with another woman, why he didn't drop out and how it affected his defeat. They also break down the barbecue tweet that went viral, and why he says it made him more upset than just about anything else in the campaign. Later, you can listen to the stories between Cunningham and his then opponent Sen. Thom Tillis share several meals tog...
2024-09-0450 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumBehind the scenes at the DNC: Durham's mayor and the speech that almost never wasBack from delivering a major speech at the Democratic National Convention, Durham Mayor Leo Williams joins host Tim Boyum this week for a behind-the-scenes look at what it was like in Chicago. Williams says his big speech almost didn't happen. He explains his range of emotions when he found out he was in the lineup, preparing for the speech, getting cut, then added back once again on the last night. Later on, they discuss how the speech has impacted his life and how he manages his personal, professional and campaign responsibilities.
2024-08-2833 min
Tying It Together with Tim Boyum'Trump met the moment': RNC Chairman recaps convention, 2024 presidential raceRecently on Tying it Together, host Tim Boyum discussed what had been a whirlwind of a month in politics with North Carolina Democratic Party Chair Anderson Clayton. On this week's podcast, it's Republican Party Committee Chairman Michael Whatley's turn. Whatley, thought a former NC GOP chair, is not to be confused with Clayton's counterpart, Jason Simmons. Whatley provides a behind-the-scenes look at an eventful political summer, including an assassination attempt on Donald Trump, President Biden's withdrawal from the race, the contrasting national and state leadership roles, and more.
2024-08-2131 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumWhat's influencing voters this election season?Earlier in the year, host Tim Boyum asked national pollster Tom Jensen with Public Policy Polling, or PPP, about what topics he thought would influence voters the most. This week, he rejoins Tim to revisit that conversation, and talk about how the 2024 election has shifted since President Biden dropped out and Democrats nominated Vice President Kamala Harris. They also discuss the status of races in North Carolina and how those changes could make a difference.
2024-08-1438 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumWe need a hunger: N.C. Democratic Party chair talks 2024 presidential raceNorth Carolina Democratic Party Chair Anderson Clayton rejoins host Tim Boyum this week to talk about the tumultuous month since the debate. Their conversation spans from President Joe Biden's exit to her role in leading the state party's delegation, which unanimously supported Vice President Kamala Harris during the uncertain time. "Every single delegate was exploding with excitement," she said when holding a state call on Harris. "I didn't want to go into that convention not unified." She also responds to the question of the process in which Harris has become the Democratic nominee.
2024-07-3137 min
IBBA InsightsPolitical Factors Impacting Business Buyers and SellersIn this episode of IBBA Insights, the host discusses how the 2024 U.S. election cycle could impact businesses with Emmy award-winning journalist Tim Boyum. The conversation explores various business-related concerns such as inflation, interest rates, taxes, immigration, energy costs, and consumer confidence. Tim also shares insights on his career in political journalism and the role media plays in shaping public perception. The discussion emphasizes the importance of preparing for potential economic shifts post-election and offers advice for business owners to navigate the uncertainties in this politically charged climate.
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2024-07-2554 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumSenior N.C. House Republican will resign next month. He tells Tim why.Rep. Jason Saine of Lincoln County abruptly filed his resignation letter July 15, confirming he would step down from his 97th House District seat, effective Aug. 12. Rep. Saine tells host Tim Boyum his reasons for leaving public office while his party holds the supermajority and what's next for him in the private sector. Boyum and Rep. Saine also talk freely about the financial and time challenges state lawmakers face in a part time system that requires full time work, mentioning that he's tired of being poor at his age, but thankful for the lifelong friendships he's made.
2024-07-2439 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumBreaking the gridlock: Views from N.C.'s first unaffiliated congressional candidateOn this week's podcast, host Tim Boyum talks with 9th congressional district candidate Shelane Etchison. She's becoming the first unaffiliated congressional candidate to ever appear on a ballot in North Carolina, but making history is not new to her. She was also among the first women to serve in combat in the Army and earn two master's degrees from Harvard before coming back to her home state of North Carolina. This week on Tying it Together, she discusses those stories and the reasons behind her decision to not align with any political side.
2024-07-1735 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumCalm in the storm: How Spectrum News 1 meteorologists track hurricanesHurricane season continues to ramp up in North Carolina. Spectrum News 1 meteorologists are hard at work tracking the tropics and Atlantic for any forming storms and their impacts. This week host Tim Boyum sits down with Spectrum News 1 meteorologist Lee Ringer to talk about the upcoming hurricane season, the forecasting behind storms, misconceptions, climate change, and so much more.
2024-07-0340 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumDecision 2024: N.C. AG candidates Dan Bishop and Jeff Jackson debate in CharlotteIt's one of the most hotly contested statewide races in the country between two members of Congress. North Carolina attorney general candidates Dan Bishop (R) and Jeff Jackson (D) go after each other from the first moment of the debate. On this week's episode, host Tim Boyum shares the debate he moderated for the North Carolina Bar Assocation on Friday, June 21, at the Charlotte Convention Center.
2024-06-2657 min
Tying It Together with Tim BoyumKeeping AI out of America's electionOn this week's episode of Tying It Together with Tim Boyum, Tim goes back to school, visiting with Duke University professor Phillip Napoli about the challenges regulating artificial intelligence and the election. Even if regulations are put in place to stop the spread of misinformation, would they be effective? Napoli is the James R. Shepley Professor of Public Policy, Director of the DeWitt Wallace Center for Media & Democracy, and Senior Associate Dean for Faculty and Research for the Sanford School.
2024-06-1932 min
Canca Sesli KitapÖykü | Yeliz Baloğlu - TerapiYeliz Baloğlu - Terapi
Seslendiren: Yusuf Can Gökkaya
"Hayatımdaki en büyük ikiyüzlülüktü Gönül Hanım. Altı yaşında tanıştım onunla; Bir ilkokul bahçesinde babamın beni üzerimde siyah önlük, turuncu fındıkkabuğu desenli el örgüsü hırka, sırtımda üstünde Çakmaktaşlar’ın sırıttığı kırmızı meşin çanta, kısa saçlarıma iliştirilmiş beyaz bir fiyonkla bıraktığı gün... İncecik, saçları fönlü, kırmızı rujlu, güzel yüzlü, illa ki tayyörlü eğitim neferi. Gönlünü eği...
2023-05-2212 min
Bir Kitap DinleÖykü | Yeliz Baloğlu - TerapiYeliz Baloğlu - Terapi Seslendiren: Yusuf Can Gökkaya "Hayatımdaki en büyük ikiyüzlülüktü Gönül Hanım. Altı yaşında tanıştım onunla; Bir ilkokul bahçesinde babamın beni üzerimde siyah önlük, turuncu fındıkkabuğu desenli el örgüsü hırka, sırtımda üstünde Çakmaktaşlar’ın sırıttığı kırmızı meşin çanta, kısa saçlarıma iliştirilmiş beyaz bir fiyonkla bıraktığı gün... İncecik, saçları fönlü, kırmızı rujlu, güzel yüzlü, illa ki tayyörlü eğitim neferi. Gönlünü eğitime adamış Gönül Hanım. Sıraya...
2023-05-2212 min
After Deadline: The Media PodcastLeaving Personal Politics Out of Political Reporting with Spectrum News 1’s Tim BoyumYou can often see right through a political journalist’s reporting and easily guess which side of the spectrum they favor… but not with this week’s guest. Tim Boyum is a Political Anchor at Spectrum News 1 in Charlotte, NC and he’s dedicated his reporting to delivering a fair and objective look at North Carolina's politics. Tim is also no stranger to the podcasting mic as the host of his own political news podcast called “Tying it Together.” Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2pt4IFdJaXs★ CONTACT US ★Website: htt...
2022-09-2247 min
WUNC PoliticsTim Boyum Talks Fairness, Mental Health and Zucchini BreadTim Boyum has reported on North Carolina Politics for 20 years. He hosts a nightly TV program as well as a weekly podcast. Boyum discusses how he approaches a busy slate, overcoming some mental health challenges, and one exhilarating recent reporting trip, on this episode of The Politics Podcast from WUNC
During the conversation Boyum discusses Frying Pan Tower, off the coast of North Carolina. You can learn more about his recent TV special here: https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nc/triangle-sandhills/politics/2022/05/04/preserving-frying-pan-tower-
2022-06-0832 min
Do Politics Better PodcastTurning the Microphones Around on News Anchor Tim BoyumVeteran NC political reporter/anchor/podcaster Tim Boyum spends his days (and nights) covering state politics and interviewing political leaders for Spectrum News.
In this podcast, Tim is the interview subject and reveals how he goes about gathering news everyday, how he balances work and family, and gives his thoughts on the state of journalism and state politics.
Skye and Brian also unpack the NC Supreme Court's redistricting decision and lays out the General Assembly's timeline in the coming days, gubernatorial campaign fundraising numbers, General Assembly Bingo, and more.
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2022-02-1153 min