In this second part of a two-part special, we resume the conversation about what the state Republican and Democratic organizations do, and how they engage and listen to voters in NC. In this episode we speak to Anderson Clayton, Chair of the NC Democratic Party.

What do the state Republican and Democratic organizations do? How do they engage and listen to voters in NC? In this first of a two-part special, we speak to Jason Simmons, Chairman of the NC GOP, about just that.

Informal caregiving is a huge part of the health care system. Though it may be unpaid, it comes at a huge cost. Rita Choula of the AARP Public Policy Institute joins us to talk about AARP’s new caregivers report to better understand the issue and impact in NC.

North Carolina continues to attract more new residents, including older residents. Mary Bethel of the NC Coalition on Aging returns to the show to talk about how efforts make sure NC is the best place to live and age, and what challenges we currently face.

Hurricane preparedness and response is something every North Carolinian needs to be aware of. Director William Ray of Emergency Management for the NC Department of Public Safety joins us to talk about how the state prepares and responds to emergencies and what you need to know before a storm or disaster strikes.

The Institute for Emerging Issues connects stakeholders on various issues to help identify of collaboration and problem solving. Director Sarah Hall from the IEI joins us to talk about how they engage the public and what they're saying.

After the passage of major federal legislation and state budget negotiations, health care cuts have been in the news lately. Will this affect you and your family? In this edition, we speak with Josh Dobson of the NC Heathcare Association about his organization and the role hospitals play in the state's health care system.

The summer heat is unbearable if fraudsters have taken advantage of you. In this episode, AARP's Steve Hahn joins us to talk about the AARP Fraud Watch Network and the latest virtual "Summer Scam Jam", which can be viewed online.

2025 has been quite a year for both federal and state legislation. AARP NC's advocacy team joins us to talk about the status, opportunities and challenges ahead for improving life for 50+ in North Carolina.

The 2025 AARP Community Challenge Grant projects have been announced! AARP's Mark Hensley joins us to talk about how communities are being supported by this year's grants.