The Nick Craig Show
Real Talk on Politics, Media, and North Carolina News
About the show
The Nick Craig Show is a daily podcast offering sharp insights and bold commentary on the latest political developments in Wilmington, North Carolina, across the state, and on the national stage. Hosted by Nick Craig, the show delves into local issues, state politics, and pressing national debates, delivering a mix of analysis, opinion, and humor to keep listeners informed and engaged.
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Episodes
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Florida Claps Back - Tuesday, May 5th, 2026
May 5th, 2026 | 44 mins
Virginia made a big push for “fair” maps, now Florida is firing back with a redistricting plan of its own.
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NC Teachers Ditch Class for Raleigh Protest - Friday, May 1st, 2026
May 1st, 2026 | 49 mins 48 secs
Teachers across the state are showing their true priorities today—walking out of classrooms and leaving students behind to take part in a left-wing protest in Raleigh that appears to have little to do with actual education funding.
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The Progressive Contract with America - Thursday, April 30th, 2026
April 30th, 2026 | 47 mins 22 secs
Ahead of the midterms, the Progressive Caucus is rolling out its “Contract with America,” promising lower costs—but what’s the catch?
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James Comey Indicted in North Carolina - Wednesday, April 29th, 2026
April 29th, 2026 | 48 mins 47 secs
Former FBI Director James Comey indicted by a federal grand jury in North Carolina over that “86 47” seashell post.
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Leaving the Democrat Party - Tuesday, April 28th, 2026
April 28th, 2026 | 48 mins 15 secs
Two Mecklenburg County Democrats in the General Assembly have switched to unaffiliated in just three days, a major blow for North Carolina Democrats.
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The Left Has a Violence Problem - Monday, April 27th, 2026
April 27th, 2026 | 50 mins 35 secs
A shooting at this weekend’s White House Correspondents’ Dinner targeting President Trump and his administration shows the left must confront the consequences of the climate they’ve created.
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NC School District Defies State Law - Friday, April 24th, 2026
April 24th, 2026 | 47 mins 46 secs
The Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools were once again called before the General Assembly yesterday, accused of refusing to follow state law and include parents in their children’s education. New legislation would strip funding if the district fails to comply.
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SPLC: Hate for Profit - Thursday, April 23rd, 2026
April 23rd, 2026 | 49 mins 7 secs
The Southern Poverty Law Center is now facing federal fraud and money laundering. While the SPLC publicly condemned hate groups, it was funneling millions behind the scenes to individuals connected to them.
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Stein’s $35 Billion Spending Spree - Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026
April 22nd, 2026 | 45 mins 29 secs
North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein is pitching a nearly $3 billion spending increase—while freezing school choice and halting tax cuts.
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Back to Raleigh: The 2026 Short Session Begin - Tuesday, April 21st, 2026
April 21st, 2026 | 43 mins 54 secs
The General Assembly’s short session begins today, with more than two months of scheduled voting days ahead.
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Iranian Ship Destroyed in Strait - Monday, April 20th, 2026
April 20th, 2026 | 44 mins 44 secs
Iran found out the hard way this weekend as it tried to run into a U.S. blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, ignored repeated warnings, and ended up with a hole blown straight through its ship.
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Out of Control Judiciary - Friday, April 17th, 2026
April 17th, 2026 | 47 mins
Confidence in the U.S. judicial system keeps dropping as courts waste time on nonsense.
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The Live Nation/Ticketmaster Racket Exposed - Thursday, April 16th, 2026
April 16th, 2026 | 42 mins 59 secs
A Manhattan federal jury just dropped a bombshell: Live Nation Entertainment has been found to hold an illegal monopoly over live events and ticketing.
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Standing Against the Education Protest - Wednesday, April 15th, 2026
April 15th, 2026 | 47 mins 34 secs
As teachers threaten a May 1st walkout, the New Hanover County School Board is standing its ground and not giving in to political pressure.
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The Data Center Dilemma - Tuesday, April 14th, 2026
April 14th, 2026 | 47 mins 58 secs
There’s a lot of talk about data center incentives in NC—but are we asking the bigger question about tax breaks in general?
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No Deal with Iran - Monday, April 13th, 2026
April 13th, 2026 | 43 mins 25 secs
After 21 hours of negotiations with Iran, JD Vance walked away without a deal. So what happens next in the war?