The Pete Kaliner Show

The Pete Kaliner Show

A daily podcast covering local, state, & national issues from Charlotte, North Carolina

Will new NC Democrat majority try to kill data centers? | Hour 3
November 11, 202600:34:35

Will new NC Democrat majority try to kill data centers? | Hour 3

This episode is presented by Create A Video –  Amid the misinformation and disinformation campaigns against data centers, the newly-elected Democrat majority in the North Carolina House is kicking around the idea to allow local governments to ban new construction. But the incoming Speaker of the House would not say whether it's something he would move after being sworn in. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-kaline...

New NC House Speaker lays out agenda with no specifics | Hour 2
November 11, 202600:32:45

New NC House Speaker lays out agenda with no specifics | Hour 2

This episode is sponsored by Revelation Gold Group –  The incoming leader of the North Carolina House of Representatives says he and his fellow Democrats will focus on affordability as they take control of the chamber for the first time in 15 years. But none of the reporters at Robert Rieves' press conference yesterday seemed interested in asking how he will do this. We can also expect a push to halt local law enforcement cooperation with immigration offic...

Making things cost less by more government spending | Hour 1
November 11, 202600:31:01

Making things cost less by more government spending | Hour 1

This episode is presented by Create A Video –  The soon-to-be Speaker of the North Carolina House, Robert Rieves, held a press conference yesterday to lay out his vision for the new Democrat House majority. He offered no details or policies, but promised to make things more affordable - while increasing funding for sectors that are already distorted by state interventions and subsidies. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/t...

Projecting our own reasons on the GOP election losses | Hour 3
November 10, 202600:34:17

Projecting our own reasons on the GOP election losses | Hour 3

This episode is sponsored by Revelation Gold Group –  In the wake of the midterm election results last week, a lot of people are viewing the Republican losses as proof that their prior beliefs and complaints were THE reason for the outcome. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-kaliner-show--6946691/support . Subscribe to the free podcast My preferred podcast platform: Spreaker Check out my preferred gold & silver co...

Democrats reveal their "coordinated messaging machine" | Hour 2
November 10, 202600:35:37

Democrats reveal their "coordinated messaging machine" | Hour 2

This episode is presented by Create A Video –  CNN analyst and former Obama adviser, Van Jones, revealed the coordinated messaging machine that Democrats used to win massive electoral victories last week. It's called the American Accountability Network, and it blends online influencers with Democrat activist organizations. It messaged "affordability" to avoid any of the issues that Democrats have been vulnerable on for several election cycles. Become a sup...

What's ahead for NC after election wipeout | Hour 1
November 10, 202600:33:22

What's ahead for NC after election wipeout | Hour 1

This episode is sponsored by Revelation Gold Group –  Andrew Dunn is the publisher of Longleaf Politics and a contributing columnist to The Charlotte Observer. He’s also the author of the book The Change Agent: Pat McCrory's Rise, Reckoning and Legacy . He joined me today to discuss the one remaining seat too close to call that could swing the balance of power in the North Carolina Senate. We also hit on reasons why the NC GOP lost power in the House. Beco...

The threat of AI and the robot John Thune | Hour 3
November 09, 202600:31:59

The threat of AI and the robot John Thune | Hour 3

This episode is presented by Create A Video – I go over some of the remaining text messages leftover from Hour 2 discussing artificial intelligence and why it is an existential threat to the bureaucratic class. Plus, Sen. John Thune needs to suffer some repercussions for the electoral wipeout suffered by the GOP last week. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-kaliner-show--6946691/support . Subscribe to the free pod...

Why Democrats are right to fear AI and data centers | Hour 2
November 09, 202600:35:07

Why Democrats are right to fear AI and data centers | Hour 2

This episode is sponsored by Revelation Gold Group –  Forty referenda against data center construction passed last week throughout America. It's part of a larger war the political left is waging against artificial intelligence. Why? French tech entrepreneur Brivael Le Pogam lays out the reasons: "a system whose power rests on permission does not survive abundance." Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-kaliner-show--...

Laughing at political murder and calling for more | Hour 1
November 09, 202600:35:02

Laughing at political murder and calling for more | Hour 1

This episode is presented by Create A Video –  With their big election wins fueling their ambitions, leftists are becoming more vocal about their desires and acceptance of violence against their political opponents. From calls to execute Elon Musk to laughing approval of the assassination of Charlie Kirk, America is being dragged to a very dark place. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-kaliner-show--6946691/suppor...

Gas prices and Hispanic voters flipping | Hour 3
November 06, 202600:29:17

Gas prices and Hispanic voters flipping | Hour 3

This episode is sponsored by Revelation Gold Group – If you think the party that has worked for 40 years to increase the price of gas and fossil fuels is going to bring down the cost of fuel, you're delusional. Plus, Hispanic voters that went for Trump in 2024 flipped back to Democrats in the 2026 election. Their main issue? Cost of living. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-kaliner-show--6946691/support . Subscri...