Tying It Together with Tim Boyum
Podcasts
With the speed of the local news cycle, it's easy to forget that the politicians who represent us and the influencers in our communities are more than just a soundbite. North Carolina’s veteran reporter and anchor, Tim Boyum, loosens his signature bow tie to give listeners a glimpse behind the curtain, showing us who these power players really are and why they do what they do. Through Tim’s candid conversations on “Tying It Together,” his guests reveal their most fascinating life stories, passions, and help all of us get a better grasp on the issues affecting our communities.
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Podcasts
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With the speed of the local news cycle, it's easy to forget that the politicians who represent us and the influencers in our communities are more than just a soundbite. North Carolina’s veteran reporter and anchor, Tim Boyum, loosens his signature bow tie to give listeners a glimpse behind the curtain, showing us who these power players really are and why they do what they do. Through Tim’s candid conversations on “Tying It Together,” his guests reveal their most fascinating life stories, passions, and help all of us get a better grasp on the issues affecting our communities.
Twitter:
@timboyumTV
Language:
English
Contact:
919) 882 - 4040
Website:
http://spectrumlocalnews.com/
Email:
ncdigital@charter.com
Episodes
Can a true 3rd Party ever succeed?
4/24/2024
Just weeks after No Labels announced it would not have a presidential ticket, one of the original leaders of the third party joins host Tim Boyum to talk about why.
Former North Carolina Gov. Pat McCrory discusses the failed effort and whether a third party ever has a chance of success in our country.
Later, the two talk about the North Carolina governor’s race and McCrory’s new job as a TV host.
Duration:00:35:03
Dogland: N.C. author takes readers inside the Westminster Dog Show
4/17/2024
This week’s episode takes a break from politics to talk dogs!
North Carolina based journalist and author Tommy Tomlinson joins host Tim Boyum to talk about his new book called Dogland. It’s an inside look at the world of the Westminster Dog Show.
The book takes us inside the world through the eyes of a dog and his handler. Tomlinson also explores the relationship between humankind and dog. Tomlinson is a Pulitzer finalist, author and former Charlotte Observer reporter and columnist.
Duration:00:38:12
Oakwood Cemetery: The final resting place for N.C. legends
4/10/2024
Yes, it’s a little early, but this week we are talking about Memorial Day.
The year 2024 marks the centennial of Raleigh’s observance of national Memorial Day. Oakwood Cemetery hosts the event every year and is the final resting place for seven former governors, five U.S. Senators, eight state Supreme Court Justices, and four Civil War generals.
This week, the authors of a new book on the topic join host Tim Boyum. The group shares a fascinating talk about the cemetery’s history and the incredible stories.
Later, they discuss the immense amount of N.C. State fans visiting former basketball coach Jim Valvano’s grave as the current team made its run through March Madness.
Duration:00:37:33
What's influencing voters ahead of the election?
4/3/2024
While there are still months until the general election, the situation in Gaza, along the Mexican border, and even statewide candidates are already causing shifts in support. In this week's podcast, host Tim Boyum speaks with North Carolina native and well-known republican Doug Heye and Public Policy Polling (PPP) pollster Tom Jensen about those impacts. What will stick and what won't? Depends on who you ask.
Duration:00:38:38
Lawsuits, politics and college athletics: NCAA grapples with NIL
3/27/2024
As March Madness rages on, this week host Tim Boyum considers the chaos with college athletics from conference realignment to Name, Image and Likeness, or NIL, to lawsuits by athletes.
It’s a turbulent but fascinating time and politics has a big role in it too as Congress contemplates intervening. Former N.C. Supreme Court Justice Bob Orr and UNC law professor Barbara Osborne join Tim for the discussion.
Having represented multiple athletes, Orr is a frequent opponent of the NCAA. In his research, Osborne has delved deeply into this matter and explored several interconnected subjects.
Duration:00:38:11
North Carolina’s post primary palooza
3/20/2024
On this week’s episode, host Tim Boyum sits down with two of the North Carolina’s top political minds to talk North Carolina’s primary election, and what it might mean for the rest of 2024.
From a huge upset to surprising responses, Democrat Morgan Jackson and Republican Jonathan Felts break down everything we need to know.
Duration:00:42:43
Who is Carolina Forward, the new progressive group in N.C. politics?
3/13/2024
In the past few years, a progressive group in North Carolina has seemed to have popped up out of nowhere. This year the nonprofit, Carolina Forward succeeded in getting two of their Democrat picks through the primaries.
Their Executive Director, Blair Reeves, joins host Tim Boyum this week to understand the origins of the all-volunteer group.
They also discuss the criticism of going after Democrats who vote with Republicans. The two then widen the lens to talk about Carolina Forward’s outlook this November.
Duration:00:39:19
Andrew Yang on forming a successful third party
3/6/2024
Former Democratic candidate for president Andrew Yang joins host Tim Boyum this week to talk about his efforts to create a successful third party in this country.
The former presidential and NYC mayoral candidate launched Forward Party in 2021 and has candidates on the ballot in North Carolina this year.
Yang discusses those efforts, why his presidential run led to leaving the Democratic party and how he thinks a third party could be influential in the years to come. He later reflects on some fun stories while he was on the campaign trail.
Duration:00:34:14
Meet the candidates: Republicans Dale Folwell and Bill Graham on their race for governor
2/28/2024
In our ongoing Decision 2024 coverage, host Tim Boyum will sit down with the frontrunners vying to become the next governor of North Carolina.
Last week, attention was on the Democrats. This week, the microphone is being passed to the Republicans.
State Treasurer Dale Folwell and attorney Bill Graham join Tim to discuss their priorities, education, immigration, abortion and more. Lt. Governor Mark Robinson has chosen not to engage with our interview, a stance he has maintained throughout the campaign.
Duration:00:38:57
Meet the candidates: Democrats Josh Stein and Mike Morgan on their race for governor
2/21/2024
With the primary election just around the corner, host Tim Boyum is engaging with the two leading Democratic candidates for governor in North Carolina.
Attorney General Josh Stein and recently retired Supreme Court Justice Mike Morgan delve into a discussion on their respective agendas and various subjects, including education, abortion, the economy and the Democrats' top priorities.
Tim will receive updates from the top Republican contenders next week.
Duration:00:36:18
The Fading Tobacco Road
2/14/2024
As March Madness arrives, this week host Tim Boyum takes a slight detour from politics to talk tobacco and basketball.
The North Carolina rivalries developed on “Tobacco Road” are in peril as conference realignment threatens to dramatically change college sports. Raleigh News & Observer’s Andrew Carter recently wrote a piece exploring the actual history of the real tobacco road and the sports version as well.
It inspired a lot of powerful stories and reminded Tim about the sense of community and larger human stories that often emerge from sports.
Duration:00:42:30
How Democrats hope to take down the GOP supermajority in N.C.
2/7/2024
As the election season ramps up, Democratic Senate leader Dan Blue joins host Tim Boyum to talk about his plans to break up the Republican’s current supermajority in the general assembly.
It will be a tall task with new maps written by Republicans, but Sen. Blue mentions he believes hard work and a focus on the right issues could give Democrats a chance.
Sen. Blue goes into a lot of detail about growing up in a cramped four-room house, his math degree (because of the space race), and his son-in-law who's also an ACC head coach.
Duration:00:36:07
Conference realignment: What's next for the ACC
1/31/2024
As the issues surrounding college sports continue to explode, the intersection of sports, law and politics has created no shortage of controversial conversations.
This week, longtime sports journalist and lawyer David Glenn joins host Tim Boyum to consider the legal battle to save the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). The two also look at what happens if politicians get involved in any N.C. school leaving the ACC, and the implications on the entire state.
Tim delves into Glenn's impressive career, conducting interviews with everyone from Barack Obama to Mike Tyson, and nearly every significant sports figure in North Carolina.
Duration:00:39:29
Sticker shock: Why you'll probably be paying more taxes on your home
1/24/2024
Homeowners recently got some major sticker shock in Wake County. Officials are underway with the home revaluation process.
Revaluation determines your home value. County commissioners then change the tax rate and that affects how much you pay each year. With significant growth in the past half decade, nearly everyone’s rates will go up and some argue too much. This process, required by law, happens in every county across the state at least every eight years, but typically every four years.
Real estate attorney and revaluation expert Larry Shaheen joins host Tim Boyum to share what North Carolina homeowners should know and how to handle it.
Duration:00:35:16
His sister died in the racist AME Emanuel Church shooting. N.C. man talks mass shootings
1/17/2024
Nine years ago, Charlotte City Councilman Malcolm Graham’s sister, Cynthia Hurd, was murdered as part of a mass shooting at AME Emanuel Church in Charleston, South Carolina.
Last week, President Biden visited the church and met with families, including Councilman Graham.
Graham recently met with host Tim Boyum to discuss her death now nearly a decade later, meeting with President Biden. They also talk about how Charlotte’s city council is responding after a Charlotte mass shooting on New Year’s Eve.
Duration:00:35:40
N.C. political reporter Travis Fain talks about why he's leaving journalism for good
1/10/2024
Last fall, the journalism and political world was shocked when longtime journalist Travis Fain said he was not only leaving his job, but political journalism behind.
In this episode, host Tim Boyum talks to Fain about his decision, the challenges for journalism in today’s age, North Carolina politics and what he hopes to in his next chapter.
Duration:00:36:20
Looking ahead to 2024: North Carolina's economy continues to grow
1/3/2024
As a new year begins, host Tim Boyum continues a tradition with two of the state’s premiere economists. The group tries to answer some big questions facing the state’s economy in the upcoming year.
What will North Carolina’s economy look like? How will the economy impact next year’s elections? UNC Charlotte’s Dr. John Connaughton and NC State’s Dr. Mike Walden help break it down.
Duration:00:33:50
2023: End of year extravaganza
12/27/2023
An annual Tying It Together tradition, Billy Warden and Brian Lewis join Tim to break down the biggest stories of the year, what we can expect in 2024, and their own holiday traditions and resolutions.
We’ll tackle political party changes, Medicaid expansion, casinos, retirements and so much more!
Duration:00:39:51
Medicaid, school vouchers and what's next? Gov. Cooper looks back and a little ahead
12/22/2023
As 2023 wraps up, host Tim Boyum sits down with North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper. Gov. Cooper gives us behind-the-scenes insight on finally getting Medicaid expansion past the finish line.
He also talks about his push next year to get past school vouchers, his plans for 2024 without having his own campaign for the first time in decades, and his future after 2024.
They also discuss the recent death of UNC legend Eric Montross, and Gov. Cooper gives a glimpse of how he finds ways to unwind from the stress of leading a state.
Duration:00:25:52
The positives, negatives, and drawbacks of political polling
12/20/2023
With 2024 just days away, this week host Tim Boyum takes a look at the state of polling in this country, and how pollsters are tackling what will be a wild and consequential year in elections.
The group will look at how polling works, accuracy and their biggest pet peeves. Finally, they look at the current state of affairs in the presidential race, and how North Carolina’s are shaping up, as well.
Duration:00:34:44