Shows
The Pete Kaliner ShowEyes On The Skies with Jay Ratliff - First News On 570Fox News Radio's Jay Ratliff- Second Wave Worries: Beijing cancels 70% of flights, Why no mask guidelines from the FAA?, Southwest: No middle seats thru September, American Airlines Bans Passenger
2020-06-2205 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowA Crime Expert Talks Defunding The Police - First News on 570Rania Mankarious-Crime Prevention Expert- Shootings surge in NYC amid disbanding of NYPD's plainclothes anti-crime unit
2020-06-2205 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowNews Radio 570 WWNCMatt Henson- DEFUND the police painted in front of the police department in massive letters...counter protesters splash more paint marking out the D and the E so it now says FUND the POLICE...and who is on the hook for paying ofr the clean up? Is anyone going to be charged for the vandalism?
2020-06-2206 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowBlue Voter Migration, Democrats' Civil War Update, and AVL Anti-Growth MovementGrowth is good, but the opposition continues in Asheville with some celebrating the failure of the Crossroad development. Blue voters abandon their home states, bring their politics to places like NC. Democrats are seeing defections among young people, despite what they tell themselves.
2020-01-1400 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowBuncombe GOP Voters Cracked, Another AVL Hotel, and Cooper Coverage LaughableAnother hotel is coming to downtown Asheville, while anti-development leftists whine about traffic and the viewshed. Gov. Cooper comes to town and local media avoids the "tough questions." Democrats rejoice over new maps that will lead to a 7-0 Democrat body on Buncombe County Commission.
2020-01-1100 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowThe Royal Breakup with Simon Owen Live from LondonSimon Owen breakdown the situation of the Royal Breakup and where things go from here for Harry and Megan!
2020-01-1000 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowAvoiding Needles, While Leaders Avoid The ProblemThe trash from the opioid epidemic continues to spark concern and outrage. From the newly-dubbed "Despaircase" to the metal garden, needles pose risks that leaders either ignore or dismiss.
2020-01-1000 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowPete Kaliner interviews NC State Treasurer Dale Folwell - January 8, 2020Pete fields a call from North Carolina State Treasurer Dale Folwell, ranging from the "war" on prescription opioids to a new way to follow state legislative meetings.
2020-01-0800 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowIt's a Coal World - Pete Kaliner interviews Jon Sanders, The John Locke FoundationPete chats with Jon Sanders of The John Locke Foundation (Raleigh, NC), tackling Duke Energy, the coal ash clean-up fiasco, and who's footing the bill now.
2020-01-0800 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowPartisan Ruling Halts NC Voter ID, Medicaid Expansion Costing NY, and Asheville's Vagrants and VandalsAsheville's public spaces continue to be ruined by vagrants and addicts, while "artists" destroy property. NY's budget deficit is driven, in part, by Medicaid costs. A NC judge says no to voter ID, making a bunch of assumptions.
2020-01-0800 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowA Dead Iranian General, Russian Pranksters, and Butt Hurt In HollywoodReactions to the killing of an Iranian General. The left finds out the Babylon Bee is satire. A pair of Russians prank call Maxine Waters. Ricky Gervais trashes Hollywood one last time at the Golden Globes.
2020-01-0700 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowThe Final Pete Kaliner Show of 2019: See You Next Year!The military's internal investigation determines that the "OK" hand gesture displayed by cadets during the Army-Navy football game was just "the circle game" and not signs of white supremacists. US Attorney John Durham's criminal investigation into the origins of the Russia probe zeroes in on former CIA director John Brennan. Becki Gray, Sr. VP of The John Locke Foundation, makes her weekly appearance to discuss state election filings. It's time to abandon the thory than NC is in chaos.
2019-12-2000 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowMark Meadows Won't Seek Re-electionCongressman Mark Meadows says that he will retire rather than seek re-election. The timing and execution of his announcement raises questions. Lt. Governor Dan Forest makes his monthly appearance to discuss Jim Duncan's op-ed on Gov. Cooper's mismanagement of the Atlantic Coast Pipeline, DOT, and hurricane relief. Why would Nancy Pelosi delay sending the articles of impeachment to the Senate?
2019-12-2000 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowNeedle Exchanges and Policing The HomelessTuesday's show featured Pete's analysis of the controversy of a needle exchange in West Asheville. Neighbors aren't happy about the increased risk from needles scattered on sidewalks and drug addicts roaming the streets. Plus, the Supreme Court rules cities cannot ban the homeless from camping in public areas when there isn't shelter space available.
2019-12-1900 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowHouse of Representatives Impeachment ProceedingsPresident Trump's scathing letter to Speaker Nancy Pelosi in protest to the attempt to impeach him. Live coverage of the House "debate" over two Articles of Impeachment: Abuse of Power and Obstruction of Congress, with Representatives making short statements. Takes for and against impeachment from local callers and national writers. Why did Buncombe County Commissioners remove Bill Stanley's name from a downtown building?
2019-12-1900 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowJim Comey Claims Vindication and The Circle Game Sparks Outrage... AgainFormer FBI Director Jim Comey claims he's been vindicated by the IG report on the FISA court abuses. Fox News' Chris Wallace held his feet to the fire. The left loses its mind over the Circle Game, again. West Asheville community members want changes regarding the local needle exchange.
2019-12-1700 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowImpeachment Rush Breeds Anger, Sup. Johnson: Art Lover, and NC Budget Blame ContinuesDemocrats in the House are debating articles of impeachment. If it is rammed through, many Trump supporters are talking about a violent reaction. NC Superintendent of Public Instruction Mark Johnson talks art... and education. Senate leader Phil Berger says the state budget impasse is completely in the Senate's hands.
2019-12-1300 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowIG Horowitz Questioned In The SenateInspector General Michael Horowitz answers questions from the Senate Judiciary Committee. Democrats want to talk about everything BUT his report on the FISA court abuses.
2019-12-1200 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowA Deep Dive Into IG Horowitz's No Bias FISA ConclusionThe Inspector General's report on the FISA abuses contains conflicting information. Pete recaps the analysis of the 400 plus page report. Tracy Beanz of UncoverDC joins the program. She says the IG's conclusion doesn't square with the details.
2019-12-1100 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowTracy Beanz: Horowitz Conclusion Doesn't Square With DetailsTracy Beanz, investigative reporter for UncoverDC, tries to help Pete make sense of the IG report. Political bias is clear when you read the report, yet Michael Horowitz's executive summary says bias wasn't proved.
2019-12-1000 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowTwo IG Reports and Impeach-a-palooza ContinuesTwo IG reports came down today. The one pertaining to the Russia investigation claims no political bias. That conclusion is very Comey-esque. Meanwhile, the Judicial Committee holds another hearing.
2019-12-1000 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowA Youth Climate "Strike" In Asheville, Becki Gray's Raleigh Update, Keith Young's Green New DealClimate activism takes City Hall by storm.... Not really. Some kids skipped school to sings songs and chant outside the City Manager's office. Keith Young proposes his idea to combat climate change. Becki Gray of the John Locke Foundation gives an update on the filing for 2020 elections.
2019-12-0700 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowImpeachment Moves Forward, Pelosi and Biden Provide LaughsHouse Speaker Nancy Pelosi calls for articles of impeachment to be drafted. Joe Biden fat shames a Warren supporter. Phil Kerpen of American Commitment talks transparency for Big Tech.
2019-12-0600 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowImpeach-a-palooza Continues, Activist Writer Hates Tourism, and Another Climate "Strike"The House Judiciary Committee holds its first impeachment hearing. A panel of partisan hack law professors isn't changing anyone's minds. "Activist Writer" Ami Worthen says Asheville tourism officials only want rich white people to visit. Brian Haynes will not run for City Council again, focusing on climate activism.
2019-12-0500 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowHouse Intelligence Impeachment Report Released and Lisa Page SpeaksAs we hit the air, Congressman Adam Schiff is at the podium declaring the President broke the rules. He won't say whether he supports impeachment, like we don't know his position. Former FBI agent Lisa Page plays the victim card, in a highly-skewed Daily Beast interview.
2019-12-0400 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowInfluence In Academia and Gov. Cooper Claims Innocence In ACP DealingsAcademia is overrun with leftists. Their positions allow them to present their opinions and philosophies as fact or knowledge, rather than mere preferences. Governor Roy Cooper swears he did nothing wrong when negotiating his Atlantic Coast Pipeline deal, which included a $57.8M "slush fund."
2019-11-2700 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowFact Checking and Climate Cultists Seek "Action"The media's obsession with "fact checker" gimmicks isn't helping their credibility. The AC-T, and others, are seeing massive drops in subscriptions. Climate activists demand "action" from... local government?
2019-11-2600 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowThe Governor's Shady ACP Deal Investigated, Sen. Thom Tillis In Town, The Raleigh UpdateGovernor Roy Cooper may have broken the law in the negotiations with the Atlantic Coast Pipeline developers. Sen. Thom Tillis visits Asheville. Becki Gray gives a Raleigh update. NC Sup. Mark Johnson states a goal in seeking the office of Lt. Gov.
2019-11-2300 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowNC Sup. Mark Johnson Aims To Take Down "Administrative State"NC Superintendent of Public Instruction Mark Johnson has announced he'll run for Lt. Governor in 2020. He says he wants to take down the "administrative state" running public education.
2019-11-2200 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowBecki Gray's Raleigh Report: Cooper's ACP Problem, Redistricting Saga Cont.Governor Roy Cooper faces pressure after investigators say his administration may have broken the law in negotiating the Atlantic Coast Pipeline deal. Congressional candidate filing is going to be on hold, but for how long?
2019-11-2200 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowUS Sen. Thom Tillis Visits AVL, Prepares For 2020US Senator Thom Tillis joins Pete hours after appearing with Transportation Secretary Elaine Chau at Asheville Regional Airport, for a big announcement.
2019-11-2200 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowRep. Mark Meadows Reports Live From Outside Impeachment HearingNC 11th District Congressman Mark Meadows join Pete from outside of the ongoing impeachment hearings. Pete asks what is different in these proceedings, from what he heard in the closed-door depositions.
2019-11-2100 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowUS-EU Ambassador Sondland Impeachment Testimony RecapThe House Intelligence Committee questions US-EU Ambassador Gordon Sondland. He says "everyone knew" about a quid pro quo with Ukraine.
2019-11-2100 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowFour Appear For Impeachment Hearing #3Pete has the highlights from Tuesday's morning session of the House Intelligence Committee's hearing on the Ukraine call. Lt. Col. Vindman gets hit with some tough questions.
2019-11-2000 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowAtty Gen Barr Details Flaws Of The Leftist StrategyAttorney General Bill Barr gives a great speech to the Federalist Society, explaining the dangers of the left's strategy of "Sue 'Til Blue." Changes at Biltmore have some riled.
2019-11-1900 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowImpeachment Hearing #2 Feat. Marie YovanovitchFormer US-Ukraine Ambassador Marie Yovanovitch appears at public hearing #2 of the House Intelligence Committee's impeachment proceedings.
2019-11-1600 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowPackin' and Crackin', Animal Groups, and Becki Gray In StudioNC lawmakers debate and vote on new Congressional district lines. Dems really want a gerrymander in the mountains that stretches nearly 200 miles. We learn about the proper names for groups of animals. Becki Gray joins Pete to recap redistricting, the Farm Act, and much more.
2019-11-1500 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowThe First Public Impeachment HearingAll eyes are on Washington, D.C. as history is made.
2019-11-1400 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowNew 2020 Candidates, Gerrymandering For Fairness, and AVL War On Tourism ContinuesNC Superintendent Mark Johnson announces a run for Lt. Gov. and more candidates for 2020. Democrats want "fairness" in Congressional races. The answer? Gerrymandering the 11th. NIMBYism at the heart of the arguments against a Malvern Hills-area development.
2019-11-1300 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowTeachers Are Cooper's Pawns In Medicaid QuestThe state's non-union-union is willing to keep teachers underpaid, as long as Cooper gets political points.
2019-11-1200 minThe Pete Kaliner Show"Ignotus" Steps Forward, Cooper Vetoes More Bills, and Sup. Johnson "Wrapping Up" ThingsThe whistleblower who leaked the ABC news anchor's "hot mic moment" issues a statement. Eric Holder & Co. target Republican gerrymandering, not interested in Democrat sins. Becki Gray of The John Locke Foundation discusses all the vetoes. NC Sup. of Public Instruction Mark Johnson hints he's moving on.
2019-11-0900 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowABC Anchor's "Hot Mic Moment," Forest Unveils Ed Plan, and Tillis Sanctuary City Victims Bill Hits RoadblockAn ABC news anchor claims her Jeffrey Epstein story was shot down. Lt. Gov. Dan Forest lays out his education plan, if he's elected Governor. US Senator Thom Tillis says the latest roadblock is temporary for his Justice For Victims of Sanctuary Cities Act. ANOTHER billionaire Democrat gets into the Presidential race.
2019-11-0700 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowUS Sen. Thom Tillis Pushes 'Justice For Victims of Sanctuary Cities Act'The Justice For Victims of Sanctuary Cities Act, pushed by US Senator Thom Tillis, hits a roadblock. Tillis tells Pete it is just a temporary setback.
2019-11-0700 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowLt. Gov. Dan Forest Unveils Education PlanLt. Gov. Dan Forest releases his plan for public education, if he is elected Governor in 2020. Pete also asks about the fight against sanctuary sheriffs, like Buncombe County's Quentin Miller.
2019-11-0700 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowCorrecting "Blue Wave" Narrative, Election Results, Treasurer Folwell On NCDOT WasteThe results are in from yesterday's election. NC Dems Chair says "Blue Wave" led to a win in KY. Problem is... it was practically the only one in the state. Governor Cooper vetoes a bill to kick foreigners off the voter roll. NC Treasurer Dale Folwell stops by for the first time since the Governor's office called him ineffective.
2019-11-0700 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowMunicipal Election Day, Conservatives Flee Dem Control, and the Alt-Right AntidoteVoters go to the polls to choose local leadership. Pete gives a rundown of some of the candidates. Conservatives appear to be fleeing areas controlled by Democrats, especially in California. Voices like Ben Shapiro are, in fact, the antidote to the Alt-Right.
2019-11-0600 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowNCDOT's Excessive Spending, Scholarships Held Hostage, and Bad News For Anti-Tourism FolksNCDOT's spending is so out of control, the state Treasurer is calling for a change in the Democratic leadership. Gov. Cooper's administration holds hostage scholarships for the kids of combat vets. Some Asheville breweries win gold medals, anti-tourism leftists hardest hit.
2019-11-0500 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowWaste Pro "Premium" Service, AVL Growing Pains, and A Medical BreakthroughA breakthrough in the treatment for cystic fibrosis gives hope. Waste Pro is soon going to give "premium service" to the elderly. Asheville continues to grow. The metro area nears 500k and the airport's growth is a big driver.
2019-11-0200 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowBuncombe Sheriff's ICE Lies Exposed, APD Search Consent Policy BeginsBuncombe County Sheriff Quentin Miller claims ICE detainer requests aren't lawful. Many judges have said they are, the Sheriff just chooses to appease the base and let dangerous criminals walk. Meanwhile, the Asheville Police Department implements its new written consent policy for searches.
2019-10-3100 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowBuncombe Sheriff Releases Convicted Sex Offender, Blames ICEBuncombe County Sheriff Quentin Miller announces the release of a convicted sex offender, whom ICE had requested his agency hold. The release sparks a stern response from the local US Attorney.
2019-10-3000 min2019-10-3000 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowBaghdadi Is Dead. Left Hardest Hit.In the midst of the leftist mockery Saturday night, President Trump was green-lighting the raid that killed ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi. His death is one we can all celebrate, but the left is too busy hating the President.
2019-10-2900 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowAVL's Transit Tax Idea, Budget Impasse Ending?, and School Safety w/ Sup. JohnsonThe leaders in Asheville are considering a new tax to fund transit system expansion. The options: get the county on board w/ a county-wide tax or ask Raleigh for permission for a city tax. Becki Gray of The John Locke Foundation gives a Raleigh update, as the session could end next week, budget or no. Superintendent Mark Johnson talks school safety.
2019-10-2600 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowDestroying Norms, But Don't Call Us WeirdOne local school teaches sex education to Kindergarteners. Is that too early? Meanwhile, as a culture, we can't define what makes a man or a woman. How is a local homeless shelter supposed to enforce a ban on men?
2019-10-2500 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowAVL Council Changes Charter, Daring NCGAThe Asheville City Council votes 6-1 in favor of changing the city charter, restoring at-large council elections. Vijay Kapoor, the only no vote, was the only one to speak before the vote. Jonathan Wainscott says he's disappointed in the final vote. What will Raleigh do?
2019-10-2400 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowTillis Sanctuary Cities Proposal DebatedUS Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) proposes a bill that would allow crime victims to sue municipal governments, if they have sanctuary city policies and the crime was committed by someone who should not be here. Democrats have a hard time grasping the concept.
2019-10-2300 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowThe Dangers of NIMBYism, Problems With Legalizing Pot, and AVL's Charter ChangeAsheville City Council is expected to change the charter to avoid district elections. If we legalize weed, what do we do with those already convicted? NIMBYism kills economic growth.
2019-10-2200 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowThom Tillis Talks Turkey, Tulsi A Russian Agent?, and The Evolution of The PartiesPete is joined by Senator Thom Tillis, who gives his takes on the Turkey-Syria conflict and the impeachment inquiry. Hillary Clinton suggests Russia will back Tulsi, as a 3rd party candidate, to beat Democrats. Author Michael Barone discusses the evolution of the major parties. Becki Gray provides a Raleigh update.
2019-10-1800 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowUS Sen. Thom Tillis Talks Turkey, Iran, and ImpeachmentPete talks Turkey with US Senator Thom Tillis. He says the US wants Turkey to be "a good NATO ally, but they have to behave like the others do." Tillis also gives his take on the "impeachment inquiry."
2019-10-1800 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowGov. Cooper Ghosting Pete, NC Pension Investment Scrutiny, and The Most NPR Story EverGovernor Roy Cooper's team ignores Pete's offer to ask some hard questions, after one staffer says 'that's the job.' NC Policy Watch raises a fuss over the state pension fund investing in Chemours. An NPR story totally misses the mark about education choice.
2019-10-1800 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowDem Debate Lowlights, NC Supreme Court Chief Justice Race, and A "Fair" Trial Over Baby Parts BizThe Democratic Presidential primary debate gives us Joe Biden's "5TH sentence problem," Beto's gun-grabbiness, and hate for Tulsi. Mitch Kokai of the John Locke Foundation weighs the records of the justices running for Chief Justice of the State Supreme Court. The judge in the Planned Parenthood baby parts trafficking trial is keeping some evidence from being heard.
2019-10-1700 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowNC Supreme Court Chief Justice Race Broken DownMitch Kokai of the John Locke Foundation gives us a look at the records of Chief Justice Cheri Beasley and lone Republican Justice Paul Newby.
2019-10-1600 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowChik-Fil-A Boycott Fail, "The King" Dodges Word Feud, and A Reflection On Gender StudiesA self-labeled "cripple" says we need to ditch the phrase "blind spot." The left's boycott of Chik-Fil-A failed miserably. LeBron James says Rockets GM wasn't thinking of "others" when he backed Hong Kong protesters.
2019-10-1600 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowAC-T Editorial Board Totes Water For City LeadersThe editorial board at the Asheville Citizen-Times puts out a piece that ignores all of the history as to WHY the city has been limited in its ability to annex and charge differential water rates.
2019-10-1500 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowSteve Kerr Drag US In China, Raleigh Update w/ Becki Gray, and Sup. Johnson's iPadsPete goes after NBA coach Steve Kerr for his idiotic comparison of the human rights records of the US and China. Becki Gray of The John Locke Foundation talks budget impasse. And NC Schools Superintendent Mark Johnson tries to clear up the controversy over iPads for teachers.
2019-10-1200 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowSchumer's Senate Strategy, NBA Cowardice, Lt. Gov. Forest Back From DCA leaked tape features NC Sen. Jeff Jackson telling students the true story about why he's not running for US Senate. Republicans "seize." Blizzard employees meet at the Orc and NBA players show their cowardice over Hong Kong. Lt. Gov. Dan Forest says the Japan trade deal is a big deal for NC.
2019-10-1100 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowLt. Gov. Dan Forest On Japanese Trade Deal, Trip To DC, and new PodcastLt. Gov. Dan Forest joins Pete on the heels of a trip to DC. He says a new trade deal with Japan will have a great impact on NC. Lt. Dan, also, is working on a new podcast.
2019-10-1000 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowTurkey Attacks Kurds, Trump Speaks, Chuck Todd Fights TruthTurkey begins airstrikes against Kurds across the border with Syria. President Trump doubles down on the threat of economic ruin, if Turkey kills civilians. Chuck Todd goes after Senator Ron Johnson, when Johnson doesn't criticize the President, like Todd wanted him to.
2019-10-1000 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowThe Mob Turns on Ellen, and NBA, Disney, and Others Bow To ChinaThe outrage mob goes after Ellen Degeneres for hanging out with George Bush. Rockets GM Daryl Morey creates controversy for the NBA, after he tweeted support for Hong Kong protesters' fight for freedom. China goes after anyone who dares to oppose them.
2019-10-0800 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowDangers of Amateur Reporting and AVL Councilman Chooses Weed Over JobA school lockdown is pretty routine these days, but when an amateur reporter gets on the story, it induces panic. Asheville City Councilman Brian Haynes gets fired from Habitat for Humanity after refusing to take a drug test.
2019-10-0800 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowPete kaliner Show 10/4/19Analyzing results of polling on American's level of patriotism. Philip Caputo's book "The Longest Road" is a cross-country road trip searching for the binding force that keeps the States United. SVP of the John Locke Foundation, Becki Gray, looks at happenings in the General Assembly, including the state budget. Where were NC Democrats on 9/11/19 for budget votes? The mystery remains.
2019-10-0400 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowDriving Lessons and One BOLD GovernorPete gets trapped in another zipper merge debate on social media. Governor Roy Cooper allegedly threatens Senate Democrats with a primary challenge AND dares to tout a low corporate tax rate as a reason why HE has helped lead the growth in NC manufacturing jobs.
2019-10-0300 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowMore County Commission Trash Talk, "Fair Maps" Ensure GOP Defeat, and Treasurer FolwellOnce again Buncombe County Commission discusses Waste Pro's contract and getting county-wide trash service that caters to the elderly. NC Treasurer Dale Folwell joins Pete to talk hospital pricing. The new state legislative lines, if approved, will ensure no Republican gets a real shot at a County Commission seat.
2019-10-0300 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowFinally Another Pro-Development Voice, Frost's Barn Scam, and Men's Fashion Goes FemaleCam Newton's ridiculous head scarf look is apparently catching on. Men's fashion becoming more female. Ellen Frost is accused of improperly funneling $20K to Owen HS for a barn, with the help of Wanda Greene. Finally the local media puts out a pro-development viewpoint.
2019-10-0200 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowWho Can You Believe In Whistleblower Case? And Journalisming 101With the latest news coming fast and furious, from every angle, who can we believe in the White House whistleblower case? Plus Pete gives helpful tips to a local, aspiring journalist.
2019-10-0100 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowAnti-hotel Ashevillians Speak Up, Raleigh's Wild Week, and NC Sup. Mark Johnson In-StudioThis week's city council meeting was packed with anti-hotel Ashevillians giving their uninformed opinions. It was a crazy week in Raleigh. Becki Gray of the John Locke Foundation joins us. NC Superintendent Mark Johnson swings by the studio on his way to Clay County.
2019-09-2800 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowIn Studio w/ NC Sup. Mark JohnsonOn his way across the state, Sup. Mark Johnson stops by to talk about the latest initiatives, funding, and policy fights in public education.
2019-09-2700 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowRaleigh Update w/ Becki Gray: From Polygraphs to Guilty PleasJohn Locke Foundation Senior VP Becki Gray talks about a crazy week. Darren Jackson challenges GOP to lie detector tests, the former NCGOP Chair pleads guilty, the BCBS NC CEO resigns, and another redistricting lawsuit.
2019-09-2700 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowAsheville City Council Talks Districts and Muslim Group Criticizes Lt. Gov. Dan ForestAsheville City Council wants to change the city charter to restore at-large elections. The mayor reveals why they've delayed the process of fighting the law. Julie Mayfield stumbles on the reason for districts, but doesn't know it. And Lt. Gov. Dan Forest is asked to skip a Christian event, by a Muslim group.
2019-09-2700 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowThe Transcript, Impeachment, and a Theatrical ReadingThe Democrats think they have President Trump dead to rights, but the transcript doesn't prove much. Is Trump's request any different than Biden's dealings with the Ukraine? The WWNC Non-Travelling Theatrical Troupe brings the transcript to life.
2019-09-2600 minThe Pete Kaliner Show"That's Using Ukranian: A Very Smart and Presidential Discussion"The transcript is released, featuring US President Donald Trump and Ukranian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Here's a special presentation by the WWNC Non-Travelling Theatrical Troupe!
2019-09-2500 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowBrainwashed Climate Kids, Internet Accountability, and Pelosi's AnnouncementThe left has scared the daylights out of our youth over climate change. David Harsanyi, of The Federalist, says that 16 year-old Swedish girl is being used. Pete points out why she may appear to be so upset. Rachel Bovard introduces us to the Internet Accountability Project. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announces an official impeachment inquiry.
2019-09-2500 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowSwedish 16 year-old Used By Parents In Climate FightPete Kaliner is joined by David Harsanyi, who writes at The Federalist: Greta Thunberg and other youth are indoctrinated by the left to believe the destruction of the world is imminent.
2019-09-2400 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowNC Rep. Wants GOP Polygraphs, NCHSAA Says No PoliticsDemocratic State Rep. Darren Jackson says he wants Republican leaders to take a polygraph after 9/11 "surprise" vote. Rep. Jason Saine (R) says he needs to "man up." Cheerleaders in Stanly Co. drew so much support, their football game was postponed for security reasons.
2019-09-2400 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowNC Rep. Saine to Rep. Jackson: "You Lost...Man Up."North Carolina Republican state Representative Jason Saine responds to Democratic Rep. Darren Jackson's call for GOP leaders to take a lie detector test regarding the Sept. 11th veto override vote.
2019-09-2300 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowVaping Concerns Mount, Climate Kids Skip School, and A Raleigh Update w/ Becki GrayThe reports of illnesses linked to vaping have parents concerned. Two cases confirmed in Buncombe County. Activist kids skip school to push for implementation of the Green New Deal, including setting up national banks? And Becki Gray of the John Locke Foundation fills us in on the latest doin's in Raleigh.
2019-09-2100 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowAnother Leftist Blackface Incident and Liberal Gadfly Calls Out AVL CouncilLefties love them some Justin Trudeau... until the Canadian PM was caught numerous times in blackface. Asheville politics gadfly Jonathan Wainscott appears to be a voice of reason among his fellow lefties. Asheville's neighbors are growing, while the city's growth is slowing.
2019-09-1900 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowBuncombe Trash Solutions and The Kavanaugh Lie ResurfacesBuncombe County leaders discuss the changes coming with Waste Pro. Garbage Pal's Jared Breneman says he wants to help people find solutions. The NYT won't stop with the Kavanaugh sexual assault accusations, despite no evidence.
2019-09-1900 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowLewandowski Delivers Snark, Sheriff Gives Murder Tips, and 'Road Diet' DebatedFormer Trump campaign guy Corey Lewandowski gives Democrats answers they didn't see coming. A NC sheriff is indicted. His party ID wasn't mentioned. Guess what..? Local are up in arms over the road diet plan on Charlotte Street.
2019-09-1800 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowWaste Pro Changes Raise Concerns and AVL Development DecisionsBuncombe County Commissioner Mike Fryar raises the concerns of several constituents over changes in Waste Pro's trash collection. Pete answers why it's not smart for city leaders to spurn the hotel industry.
2019-09-1700 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowNC Auditor Beth Wood, Lt. Gov. Dan Forest, and 9th DistrictNC Auditor Beth Wood keeps an eye on county books for potential fraud cases like what we saw here in Buncombe County. An introduction to the new interim APD chief in the wake of Chris Bailey's resignation. NC Lt. Gov. Dan Forest checks in on Tuesday's special election, the NCGA budget vote, and his remembrance of 9/11. A look at Andy Jackson's piece for nccivitas.org on ballot harvesting in NC's 9th Congressional District.
2019-09-1300 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowNC Lt. Gov. Dan Forest w/ Pete Kaliner 9/12/19North Carolina's Lieutenant Governor Dan Forest makes his bi-weekly appearance on the Pete Kaliner Show to talk about Tuesday's special election for NC 9th Congressional District, NCGA's budget vote, and what he did yesterday in remembrance of 9/11.
2019-09-1200 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowNC Auditor Beth Wood w/ Pete Kaliner 9/12/19North Carolina's State Auditor, Beth Wood, discusses keeping an eye on county books for potential fraud cases like what we saw here in Buncombe County and previews an upcoming report.
2019-09-1200 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowSneaky House Vote Sends NC Dems Into MeltdownThere was mass hysteria in the #ncpol community, after Republicans passed the override of Gov. Roy Cooper's budget veto. Democrats didn't show up for the 8:30am session, saying they were told no votes would be taken.
2019-09-1100 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowAVL Council Fights Districts, NCGA Begins District Drawing, and Bolton Is OutPete is joined by NC schools Superintendent Mark Johnson. Asheville City Council makes a plan to change the city charter. The state legislature starts the process of drawing new district maps... again. Trump fires Bolton... or Bolton quits... it doesn't really matter, does it?
2019-09-1100 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowNC Sup.: Lottery Money Building Schools, Books Needed For Coast, and School GradesNC Superintendent of Public Instruction Mark Johnson discusses the latest student performance grades, the need for books in hurricane ravaged parts of the state, and the fact that lottery money is building new schools.
2019-09-1000 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowToy Guns At The Fair Spark Outrage, Redistricting Re-do UnderwayDemocratic state Senate candidate Brian Caskey and his wife try to whip up the mob over toy guns at the Mountain State Fair. Governor Roy Cooper gets criticism over his inability to inspire first responders before Hurricane Dorian. NCGA begins the process of redrawing state legislative district lines.
2019-09-0900 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowDetails of GOP Map Maker's Files Published, HuffPo Sued Over Kavanaugh Coverage, and Think Progress Shutting DownThe leftist media is gaga over a New Yorker story on how Thomas Hofeller drew NC district maps, and the data he gathered. Huffington Post is in hot water over its "reporting" of the Brett Kavanaugh saga. Pete celebrates as Think Progress is shutting down.
2019-09-0600 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowDems Target Trumpers, NCSU Prof. Criticizes Gerrymandering Ruling, and Convention of States Town HallNCSU political science professor Andrew Taylor says a three-judge panel misused the state constitution in issuing this week's gerrymandering ruling. Democrats continue to try to use the mob to intimidate Trump supporters. Mark Meckler comes to NC to take all questions about the Convention of States project.
2019-09-0500 minThe Pete Kaliner ShowConvention of States Town Hall Is MondayWant to know more about the Convention of States project? Are you a skeptic? President Mark Meckler invites you to Monday's town hall.
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