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This episode is presented by Create A Video – Three self-described "Mangionistas" got press credentials from New York City Mayor Mamdani's office so they could cover the trial of the accused assassin of the United Healthcare CEO. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-kaliner-show--6946691/support . Subscribe to the podcast My preferred podcast platform: Spreaker All the links to Pete's Prep are free! Get exclus...
This episode is presented by Create A Video – A host on MSNOW (formerly MSNBC) teed up a question to one of her guests in an attempt to lead him to a "Christian Nationalist" hot take, but ended up showing her utter ignorance about the Declaration of Independence. Apparently, Katy Tur doesn't know that the Declaration states we are endowed by our Creator with unalienable rights. That those rights flow from God, not government. But if she's worried about rhe...
This episode is presented by Create A Video – AP Dillon is a reporter for the North State Journal. Read her reporting at NSJonline.com. She publishes a Substack.com newsletter called More To The Story . She joined me to discuss her bombshell story about how then-Governor Roy Cooper was forced to flee Raleigh during the 2020 BLM riots. Plus, North Carolina legislative leaders have hammered out a budget deal that includes large raises for teachers, state em...
This episode is presented by Create A Video – After Iran sent a drone to attack a nuclear power plant in UAE, the IRGC reportedly offered a new proposal to the Americans to end the war. However, it is unlikely to be acceptable to President Trump, because Iran refuses to give up its nuclear program. Plus, Muslims and Leftists mark the humiliating defeat of six Arab nations who tried to wipe Israel off the map in 1948. Become a supporter of this podcast: htt...
This episode is presented by Create A Video – During President Donald Trump's visit to China last week, the leader of the communist country warned of the "Thucydides Trap" - an assertion that an established power will likely go to war with a rising power. Not very subtle, Xi. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-kaliner-show--6946691/support . Subscribe to the podcast My preferred podcast platform: Spreaker All ...
This episode is presented by Create A Video – North Carolina lawmakers are considering a bill that would require the most egregious speeders to have technology installed in their vehicles to limit their speeds to only the speed limits. Plus, Trump goes to China. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-kaliner-show--6946691/support . Subscribe to the podcast My preferred podcast platform: Spreaker All the links to P...
This episode is presented by Create A Video – North Carolina wants to install more license plate readers at every point of entry into the state. But some local governments are refusing to participate in the program - citing privacy concerns. But I haven't seen a specific concern mentioned. Just hypothetical "slippery slope" predictions. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-kaliner-show--6946691/support . Subscribe ...
This episode is presented by Create A Video – North Carolina legislative leaders are proposing four constitutional amendments, enshrining a right to farming and ofrestry, a right to work, a 3.5% cap on the income tax, and a cap on property tax increases. Plus, the State Bureau of Investigation and the NC Dept. of Transportation want to put cameras at every point of entry into the Tar Heel state. But some local governments are rejecting the idea. Become a ...
This episode is presented by Create A Video – Census data shows Charlotte is the 14th largest city in America and it added more people than any other city. The Queen City is now just under one million population. Plus, dry conditions has led to a drought in the region, and Charlotte Water announced mandatory and voluntary restrictions to begin tomorrow. Also, disgraced South Carolina lawyer, Alex Murdaugh, had his murder convictions overturned by the stat...
This episode is presented by Create A Video – As the Democrats search for ways to fight Republicans over redistricting, their leader promises to "crush their souls" if they take power. Plus, Democrats' "superlawyer" suggests overthrowing the government of Virginia, after the state Supreme Court ruled the legislature acted unconstitutionally in trying to fast track gerrymandered maps ahead of the 2026 election. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://w...