Roundtable Talk-Show 64

Sep 26, 2023 · 34m 40s
Roundtable Talk-Show 64
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Ruben Castellon, Hal Nunn and Chris Holland keep you up to date with the latest from Hoke County, NC, Ft. Liberty, the state of North Carolina and beyond. - Local...

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Ruben Castellon, Hal Nunn and Chris Holland keep you up to date with the latest from Hoke County, NC, Ft. Liberty, the state of North Carolina and beyond.
  1. Local Events:
    • They discuss upcoming local events, including Halloween events like candy crawls and trunk or treat events at different locations, including churches and schools.
  2. State Policies:
    • The hosts discuss state policies, focusing on the legalization and regulation of casinos, alcohol, and marijuana in North Carolina.
    • They mention the potential influence of out-of-state money on local politicians and the lobbying behind the scenes for casinos, alcohol, marijuana, and video games.
    • They express concerns about the influence of money and power on political decisions and the potential negative impacts of these policies on the community.
  3. Budget Talks and Legislation:
    • There is a discussion about budget talks in the legislature and the potential inclusion of policies related to casinos in the budget.
    • They mention the potential veto of the budget by Governor Cooper for reasons related to pay raises and Medicaid, and the lack of support for the inclusion of casino-related language in the budget.
  4. Vaccination and Mask Mandates:
    • Towards the end of the segment, they discuss a memo from Superintendent Catherine Truitt, allegedly pushing for the vaccination and masking of children aged six months and above, expressing surprise and concern over this development.
    • The hosts express skepticism about the effectiveness of masks and vaccines, suggesting that the push for these measures is financially motivated.
  5. Personal Opinions and Beliefs:
    • The hosts share their personal opinions and beliefs on various topics, expressing disagreement with some of the policies and decisions made by politicians, regardless of party affiliation.
  6. Growth and Infrastructure in Hoke County:
    • The hosts discuss the lack of forward planning in Hoke County, pointing out the rapid construction of homes without corresponding infrastructure like schools, water, sewer, and emergency services.
    • They criticize the county's reliance on federal grants and express concerns about overvalued houses for tax purposes.
  7. Hospital Pricing in North Carolina:
    • The hosts discuss a report from the state treasurer's office highlighting the lack of price transparency in North Carolina hospitals and significant markups from Medicare rates.
  8. VA Electronic Records System:
  9. Judicial Watch and DHS Anti-Terrorism Funds:.
    • The hosts discuss the Department of Homeland Security's allocation of anti-terrorism funds to groups devoted to unserved populations, including an organization dedicated to empowering LGBTQ+ youth. They express skepticism about the connection between such groups and DHS's mission.
  10. ATF and Gun Regulations:
    • The hosts discuss the ATF's (Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives) proposed rule changes regarding the definition of a gun buyer and the implications for gun dealers. They encourage listeners to comment on the proposal through the online portal at regulations.gov.
  11. Military Minute:
  12. Barbecue in North Carolina:
    • The hosts discuss North Carolina barbecue restaurants that have been recognized as some of the best in the nation by Southern Living. They highlight Prime Barbecue in Knightdale, which was named the best barbecue restaurant in the country.
  13. Rockfish Candy Crawl:
    • The hosts promote the Rockfish Candy Crawl, a Halloween event organized by the Rockfish Chamber, scheduled for October 27th. They encourage residents to participate and mention various activities, including a spooky hayride benefiting the Hoke County Thespian Club.
  14. Closing Remarks:
    • The hosts express gratitude to their listeners and sponsors, celebrating the podcast's ranking as number one on the charts for Grander Vision Media's podcasts. They thank their sponsors, including Rayford Guns and the Hoke edition of the North State Journal.

Thank you to our sponsors:
Raeford Guns
5609 Fayetteville Rd. Raeford, NC 28376

North State Journal Hoke County Edition

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