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Carolina Newsmakers

Carolina Newsmakers

By: Don Curtis
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 A weekly public affairs program featuring stories that affect our day-to-day lives - from the local economy to crime to social programs to taxes and education.Curtis Media Group 2022 Political Science Politics & Government
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  • Dr. Mike Walden, William Neal Reynolds Distinguished Professor Emeritus at NC State University

    Dr. Mike Walden, William Neal Reynolds Distinguished Professor Emeritus at NC State University
    Apr 26 2026

    Economist Dr. Mike Walden joins Don Curtis on Carolina Newsmakers to break down today’s economic headlines and what they mean for North Carolinians. From inflation and interest rates to job growth, he offers clear insight into how national trends hit home.
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    1 hr
  • Gary Salamido, President/CEO of NC Chamber

    Gary Salamido, President/CEO of NC Chamber
    Apr 20 2026

    This week on Carolina Newsmakers, host Don Curtis sits down with Gary Salamido, President and CEO of the NC Chamber, for a wide-ranging conversation about the state of North Carolina’s economy and what lies ahead. From workforce shortages and rapid population growth to energy policy, infrastructure and the state’s business climate, Salamido breaks down the biggest challenges and opportunities facing employers across the state.
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    1 hr
  • Brenda Hayden & Sofia Crisp, NC REALTORS

    Brenda Hayden & Sofia Crisp, NC REALTORS
    Apr 20 2026

    This week on Carolina Newsmakers, host Don Curtis welcomes Brenda Hayden and Sofia Crisp with NC REALTORS for a timely conversation about North Carolina’s fast-moving housing market. From affordability challenges and inventory shortages to rising interest rates and population growth, they explore what’s driving the state’s real estate trends and what it means for buyers, sellers and communities.
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    1 hr
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