Not Just Headlines

By Not Just Headlines

Not Just Headlines interviews candidates on both sides of the ballot. We have real conversations that help you get to know the people running. So you never have to skip a name on the ballot. Student-j... more

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The podcast currently has 50 episodes available.

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June 26, 2025 a new chapter.
a new season begins.
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4min
June 05, 2025 Why the Federal Government Is Suing North Carolina’s Elections Board | Ep 20
Welcome to The Room Where It Happens—the podcast that breaks down the biggest political stories affecting North Carolina and beyond. From legislation and elections to public policy and budget battles, we go inside the decisions shaping your community so you can hold your elected officials accountable.
Each week, we cover:
✅ The latest political headlines and how they impact you
✅ Election updates & key policies shaping the future
✅ Fact-checking political rumors—what’s real and what’s just gossip
✅ Interviews with candidates, policymakers, and experts

📢 Politics isn’t just about what’s on the news—it’s about what’s happening in your backyard. Tune in, stay informed, and take action.

New episodes drop weekly. Follow and subscribe so you never miss a breakdown!

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May 22, 2025 THE HOUSE’S ONE BIG BEAUTIFUL BUDGET: Inside the State Budget | Ep 19
Welcome to The Room Where It Happens—the podcast that breaks down the biggest political stories affecting North Carolina and beyond. From legislation and elections to public policy and budget battles, we go inside the decisions shaping your community so you can hold your elected officials accountable.
Each week, we cover:
✅ The latest political headlines and how they impact you
✅ Election updates & key policies shaping the future
✅ Fact-checking political rumors—what’s real and what’s just gossip
✅ Interviews with candidates, policymakers, and experts📢 Politics isn’t just about what’s on the news—it’s about what’s happening in your backyard. Tune in, stay informed, and take action.New episodes drop weekly.
Follow and subscribe so you never miss a breakdown!
Episode Chapters:
(00:00) Context
(06:45) Thursday
(11:52) Monday
(14:55) 2013
(16:31) Monday
(25:53) Wednesday
(28:50) Thursday
(31:08) Closing

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33min
May 15, 2025 B is for Bias... and Bills That Didn’t Make It | Ep 18
Welcome to The Room Where It Happens—the podcast that breaks down the biggest political stories affecting North Carolina and beyond. From legislation and elections to public policy and budget battles, we go inside the decisions shaping your community so you can hold your elected officials accountable.
Each week, we cover:
✅ The latest political headlines and how they impact you
✅ Election updates & key policies shaping the future
✅ Fact-checking political rumors—what’s real and what’s just gossip
✅ Interviews with candidates, policymakers, and experts📢 Politics isn’t just about what’s on the news—it’s about what’s happening in your backyard. Tune in, stay informed, and take action.New episodes drop weekly.
Follow and subscribe so you never miss a breakdown!
Episode Chapters:
(00:00) Intro
(01:27) Hot Takes and Headlines
(03:44) In Office & On The Move
(06:63) MORE!
(14:56) Closing

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16min
May 08, 2025 NC’s Supreme Court Winner Finally Revealed. Six Months Later… | Ep 17
Welcome to The Room Where It Happens—the podcast that breaks down the biggest political stories affecting North Carolina and beyond. From legislation and elections to public policy and budget battles, we go inside the decisions shaping your community so you can hold your elected officials accountable.
Each week, we cover:
✅ The latest political headlines and how they impact you
✅ Election updates & key policies shaping the future
✅ Fact-checking political rumors—what’s real and what’s just gossip
✅ Interviews with candidates, policymakers, and experts

📢 Politics isn’t just about what’s on the news—it’s about what’s happening in your backyard. Tune in, stay informed, and take action.
New episodes drop weekly.
Follow and subscribe so you never miss a breakdown!

Episode Chapters:

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May 01, 2025 sooo... all these House Bills are being passed | Ep 16
Welcome to The Room Where It Happens—the podcast that breaks down the biggest political stories affecting North Carolina and beyond. From legislation and elections to public policy and budget battles, we go inside the decisions shaping your community so you can hold your elected officials accountable.

Each week, we cover:

✅ The latest political headlines and how they impact you
✅ Election updates & key policies shaping the future
✅ Fact-checking political rumors—what’s real and what’s just gossip
✅ Interviews with candidates, policymakers, and experts

📢 Politics isn’t just about what’s on the news—it’s about what’s happening in your backyard. Tune in, stay informed, and take action.

New episodes drop weekly.

Follow and subscribe so you never miss a breakdown!

Episode Chapters:
(00:00) Intro
(00:55) Hot Takes and Headlines
(05:44) In Office & On The Move
(18:13) Closing⁠

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11min
April 24, 2025 State Auditor? Never Heard of Her… Also, Miss Senate Bill 382 Is Back | Ep 15
Welcome to The Room Where It Happens—the podcast that breaks down the biggest political stories affecting North Carolina and beyond. From legislation and elections to public policy and budget battles, we go inside the decisions shaping your community so you can hold your elected officials accountable.

Each week, we cover:✅ The latest political headlines and how they impact you✅ Election updates & key policies shaping the future✅ Fact-checking political rumors—what’s real and what’s just gossip✅ Interviews with candidates, policymakers, and experts

📢 Politics isn’t just about what’s on the news—it’s about what’s happening in your backyard. Tune in, stay informed, and take action.

New episodes drop weekly. Follow and subscribe so you never miss a breakdown!

Episode Chapters:
(00:00) Intro
(01:51) Hot Takes and Headlines
(02:55) In Office & On The Move

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16min
April 17, 2025 Tillis in 2026, DEI Debate Heats Up, and Major Bills Get Pulled in NC House | Ep 14
Welcome to The Room Where It Happens—the podcast that breaks down the biggest political stories affecting North Carolina and beyond. From legislation and elections to public policy and budget battles, we go inside the decisions shaping your community so you can hold your elected officials accountable.

Each week, we cover:
✅ The latest political headlines and how they impact you
✅ Election updates & key policies shaping the future
✅ Fact-checking political rumors—what’s real and what’s just gossip
✅ Interviews with candidates, policymakers, and experts
📢 Politics isn’t just about what’s on the news—it’s about what’s happening in your backyard. Tune in, stay informed, and take action.

New episodes drop weekly.
Follow and subscribe so you never miss a breakdown!

Episode Chapters:
(00:00) Intro
(02:14) Hot Takes and Headlines
(07:08) In Office & On The Move
(20:24) Closing⁠

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YouTube⁠⁠

Sources:
https://www.notjustheadlinesmedia.com/weekly-updates-on-north-carolina-politics/episode14

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22min
April 03, 2025 Bill Filing Is Over — Here’s How the NC General Assembly Actually Works | Ep 13
Welcome to The Room Where It Happens—the podcast that breaks down the biggest political stories affecting North Carolina and beyond. From legislation and elections to public policy and budget battles, we go inside the decisions shaping your community so you can hold your elected officials accountable.

Each week, we cover:✅ The latest political headlines and how they impact you✅ Election updates & key policies shaping the future✅ Fact-checking political rumors—what’s real and what’s just gossip✅ Interviews with candidates, policymakers, and experts

📢 Politics isn’t just about what’s on the news—it’s about what’s happening in your backyard. Tune in, stay informed, and take action.

New episodes drop weekly. Follow and subscribe so you never miss a breakdown!

Episode Chapters:
(00:00) Intro
(02:03) Hot Takes and Headlines
(03:22) In Office & On The Move
(11:49) Closing
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⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X (Formerly known as Twitter)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
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15min
March 27, 2025 Your Guide to the Guilford County Budget Town Hall | Ep 12
Welcome to The Room Where It Happens—the podcast that breaks down the biggest political stories affecting North Carolina and beyond. From legislation and elections to public policy and budget battles, we go inside the decisions shaping your community so you can hold your elected officials accountable.
Each week, we cover:
✅ The latest political headlines and how they impact you
✅ Election updates & key policies shaping the future
✅ Fact-checking political rumors—what’s real and what’s just gossip
✅ Interviews with candidates, policymakers, and experts
📢 Politics isn’t just about what’s on the news—it’s about what’s happening in your backyard. Tune in, stay informed, and take action.
New episodes drop weekly. Follow and subscribe so you never miss a breakdown!

Episode Chapters:
(00:00) Intro
(04:05) Guide
(15:54) Closing

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Sources:
Submit to the Town Hall
https://www.guilfordcountync.gov/Home/Components/News/News/3707/16
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18min

FAQs about Not Just Headlines:

How many episodes does Not Just Headlines have?

The podcast currently has 50 episodes available.