Vince Coakley Podcast

Tune in here for this Tuesday edition of the Vince Coakley Radio Program! Vince gets the first episode of the week started by reflecting on the true meaning of Memorial Day and who the holiday celebrates. We also talk about the closing arguments in the Donald Trump hush money trial + Vince shares his takeaways from the process and why he doesn't think this case should have gone to court in the first place.  We also talk about the growing movement of uncommitted delegates in the Democrat party and share audio from James Carville, who criticized the messaging coming from the Democrats during this campaign.  In the second half of the program Vince reacts to Vivek Ramaswamy getting booed during his speech at the Libertarian National Convention while campaigning for Donald Trump + their reaction to him endorsing himself at the convention before taking calls from Libertarian listeners who share their thoughts about Trump's appearance at the convention. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in here for this Friday edition of the Vince Coakley Radio Program! Vince starts the show by talking about FEMA denying individual assistance funds to South Carolina after recent storms caused damage in York County after assessing the situation + where those who need help will turn now. Vince also talks about the chaos of traveling though Charlotte-Douglas International Airport this Memorial Day weekend and the most popular destinations for travelers + shares his own travel tips for navigating the extra-busy airport.  Later we're joined by WBT host and reporter Breaking Brett Jensen live from the NCGOP convention in Greensboro to talk about what he's seen so far and what is on the schedule for the weekend. We're also joined by Chris McClain from "Mack and Bone," on WFNZ to talk about a ruling allowing colleges to directly pay student-athletes and how things got to this point.  In the second half of the show Vince talks about the relationship between Russia and North Korea and how it could be problematic

Tune in here for this Thursday edition of the Vince Coakley Radio Program! Vince starts the show by reflecting on last night's News and Brews event before talking about a report that lists Charlotte as a top-5 city to live in in the United States today, one spot ahead of Raleigh + a court ruling that will keep South Carolina district maps as they are and a proposal to move the Oregon/Idaho border.  We're also joined by Charlotte City Councilman Tariq Bokhari to talk about ways to improve the safety of law enforcement officers in Charlotte and what City Council is proposing to make it happen in the wake of the four officers killed in the April 29 standoff.  In the second half of the program Vince reacts to Nikki Haley's announcement that she will be voting for Trump in the Presidential election + his thoughts on her message that Trump still needs to earn the vote of other Republicans who don't support him. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in here to this Hump Day edition of the Vince Coakley Radio Program! We start the show by talking about the story about incoming Mecklenburg County Commissioner Yvette Townsend-Ingram, who was charged with DWI after she was discovered in a parked car at a park in Belmont earlier this month. He also talks about a group of European nations that have officially recognized a Palestinian state as the war in Gaza continues + poll numbers that should concern President Joe Biden and why it will be tough for him to turn perceptions around.  Vince gets the second half of the program started with two stories for Wellness Wednesday -- one about Gloria Stewart (the wife of his favorite actor Jimmy Stewart) and marriage and another about the tyranny to be feared the most.  He also talks with a caller about President Biden and with another about why Donald Trump is planning to come to the Coca-Cola 600 this weekend in Charlotte + shares audio from someone who was on the "flight from hell," that left one dead after terr

Tune in here for this Tuesday edition of the Vince Coakley Radio Program! Vince starts the show with a story from the Charlotte Observer about the rising cost of being considered part of the "middle class," in Charlotte today + how much it has gone up in recent years. Vince also talks about the Trump hush money trial ongoing in New York, where the defense rested its case today without calling the former President himself to the stand.  He also shares a story close to his aviator heart about a Singapore Airlines flight that experienced turbulence and ended up with a person dead + why the story is a sad reminder of the importance of wearing your seatbelt while seated.  In the second half of the show Vince shares audio from an interview with Pope Francis where he addresses his critics who don't believe he is conservative enough + takes calls from listeners who share their thoughts on the Pope. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to another week on the Vince Coakley Radio Program! We start the program by talking about Robert Hale Jr. giving graduates $1,000 at a commencement speech -- $500 meant for the to keep and $500 for them to donate to a cause of their choice. Vince explains why he thinks that this is the kind of gesture that makes a positive impact on graduates rather than a negative one.  Vince also talks about some good news and some bad news for the American economy. Vince first talks about a price war coming between Target and Wal-Mart starting Memorial Day, and why regardless of which store "wins," consumers are the real winners. The bad news -- inflation concerns returning.  In the second half of the show Vince talks about the President of Iran and other officials dying in a helicopter crash + what that means for the conflicts in the Middle East as well as an apology from Sean "Diddy" and delays to the installation of toll lanes on 485. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vince is back for this Friday edition of the Vince Coakley Radio Program! Vince starts the show by talking about the National Statuary Hall in Washington D.C. adding North Carolina and Charlotte legend Billy Graham to their ranks + shares audio from his son Franklin Graham's comments from the ceremony. Vince also explains why he thinks Graham is a great addition for our state to the Hall.  We also talk about a resolution in Congress that is trying to hold Merrick Garland in contempt for not providing transcripts from Joe Biden's interview with Robert Hur.  We also share audio of an exchange from a committee meeting that devolved into petty insults between Marjorie Taylor Greene and Jasmine Crockett of Texas before talking about the meeting between Vladimir Putin of Russia and Xi Jinping and what it means for us in the United States. In the second half of the show Vince talks about what could be a blow to the Trump hush money trial in New York City + Kentucky Senator Thomas Massie joins the show to talk about

Tune in here as Jason Lewis fills in for Vince Coakley on this Thursday edition of the Vince Coakley Radio Program! Jason starts the show by talking about the "alternate universe," that the main stream media lives in and how it is different from everyday Americans + how the post-Presidential life of Jimmy Carter has led to some revisionist history about him. He also has a discussion with a caller about the root cause of high housing costs + explains to another caller what he thinks about the idea of a possible Constitutional Convention.  In the second hour of the show Jason talks about the North Carolina Senate passing a bill banning wearing masks in public and shares when he got his first inkling that this kind of response would eventually happen + shares his thoughts on Trump's ongoing legal issues as his attorneys cross-examine Michael Cohen.  Finally Jason explains why Trump's pick for Vice President is the most important VP choice ever. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to this Thursday edition of the Vince Coakley Radio Program! We start the show talking about some of the rough weather that swept through the Carolinas yesterday. Also, callers react to President stopping certain weapon deliveries to Israel over concerns about Israel's plans to invade the city of Rafa to root out Hamas terrorists. In the second hour of the program, comments from Lindsey Graham reacting to President Biden stopping some weapons from being sent to Israel of Rafa concerns. Callers react to Biden's withholding of weapons, and Marjorie Taylor Greene moves to oust House Speaker Mike Johnson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to this Hump day edition of the Vince Coakley Radio Program! Vince begins the show with the story of Jackie Smith getting her college degree, results from yesterday's runoff election, and comments from CNN's Fareed Zakaria regarding the trouble Joe Biden is facing as his support among voters weakens heading into the summer before the 2024 Presidential election. In the second half of the program, Vince talks about the strength of the US economy being hidden by the staggering inflation rate, declining global birth rates, and familiar companies that are going out of business.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to this Tuesday edition of the Vince Coakley Radio Program! Vince begins the show with guest Hal Weatherman, GOP candidate for NC Lt. Governor. Also Vince has a report showing that some black Democrats are beginning to defect from the Joe Biden camp and move towards Donald Trump for President. In the second half of the program, Vince continues with the report showing that some black Democrats are beginning to defect from the Joe Biden camp and move towards Donald Trump for President. Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell announces that inflation is falling slower than expected, indicating that it is unlikely that the Fed will raise interest rates. Also, an Iranian spokesman says that Iran has a nuclear weapon ready to use.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new Billy Graham statue will be unveiled this week in Raleigh. Mac McClain from the Mac and T-bone Show on WFNZ, joins to talk about Mark from Gastonia who was a famous caller to WFNZ and his passing this weekend.Vince talks about his weekend trip and an update on the presidential race.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Solar flares are putting us at risk for a major geomagnetic storm. The president is showing weakness by not supporting Israel. On Faith Focus Friday, tainted views on and threats to manhood. Some schools in Virginia are being renamed after confederate generals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to this Hump Day edition of the Vince Coakley Radio Program! Vince starts the show by thanking Wayne Jacobsen for being on the show yesterday. Vince also talks about Trump eking out a win in the Indiana primary, President Biden pausing weapons shipment to Israel over Rafa concerns, a new poll showing that most college students have other concerns beyond the Israel vs. Hamas war, and some wise words from NYU Professor Scott Galloway regarding graduation ceremony cancellations after numerous protests over the Israel vs. Hamas war. In the second half of the program, Vince has more comments from NYU Professor Scott Galloway, a birthday greeting that Vince received on an airplane, Trump eking out a primary election win in Indiana, callers on voting for Trump, Trump appeals to GA appeals court to disqualify Fani Willis, and hearings re: NPR funding.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in here for this Tuesday edition of the Vince Coakley Radio Program! NTSB releases report about the crash of WBTV's helicopter. Israeli's take control of the Rafa border. Chicago police clean out University of Chicago protestors. Also, guest Wayne Jacobsen for the full 11:00 hour talking about life, love, and restoring a broken marriage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brett's interview with Police Chief Johnny Jennings last evening. Teases the Charlotte Job and Recruitment Fair coming up May 30th.  Shares his thoughts as he spent time w/ Jennings.Will this incident hurt recruitment?  Brett had so many questions yet yesterday was not the time.  And we have a 30,000 people concert    Brett comments on "rights" of non-heterosexual males who are protesting.....and why are you here?  Do you know your history? Complements the southern "frat boys" who will take you on....raising the American Flag! WBT's Brett Winterble joins Brett Jensen to talk about the student protests at UCLA and how the local and state authorities broke up that camp. Breaks-in with President Bidens message on these protests.  Winterble shared his thoughts on Biden's 3–4 minute speech. WBT's Brett Winterble continues w/Brett Jensen and comments on bring the UCLA protest to a close.  NYC is 16% Jewish, yet none of their leaders are coming out against all this.  Wells Fargo Tournament Director Garry Soba...Bret

Tune in here for this Wednesday edition of the Vince Coakley Radio Program -- with Breaking Brett Jensen filling in! Brett starts the show by talking about the modern day news cycle, what brought it to the point we've gotten to today and how that impacts places like Charlotte after events like Monday's deadly shootout that ended with four law enforcement officials killed and four more wounded.  He also shares an interview with Daniel Redford --  the President of the Fraternal Order of Police in Charlotte --  to talk about the tragic events of Monday and the toll it takes on people in the law enforcement community + the problems with the system that allowed it to happen. In the second half of the program Brett talks about the protests that have been occurring on college campuses, including in North Carolina + shares his interview with North Carolina state representative Jason Saine, who talked about how they were handled at UNC-Charlotte. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to this Tuesday edition of the Vince Coakley Radio Program.  Vince begins the show with WBT host and reporter Breaking Brett Jensen for the latest in the Shannon Park shootout in east Charlotte in which three US Marshalls and one CMPD officer were killed. Vince shares the names of the officials who gave their lives while attempting to serve a warrant and comments from CMPD Chief Johnny Jennings about them + Brett talks about how the story unfolded from his perspective as well as some specifics about the suspect who also died in the shooting.  We're also joined by Charlotte City Councilman Tariq Bokhari, who talks about the emotions he's feeling for those officers, their families and the city of Charlotte + tell listeners how they can help support CMPD during the upcoming Police Week.  In the second half of the show we play the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department's press conference live as it airs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to another week on the Vince Coakley Radio Program! Vince starts the show by sharing his thoughts on the protestors on college campuses and what it will take to get the situation under control + what he thinks of the "demands," the protestors are making. We also talk about a story from WSCO about a free health clinic provided in Cabarrus County over the weekend for those without coverage for themselves + take your calls on the Pro-Palestine protestors at universities.  In the second half of the program Vince shares what he learned on his quick trip to the Caribbean this weekend and a new experience he had in all of his time travelling internationally + what he enjoyed about the church he attended this weekend. We also share what President Joe Biden said about his opponent Donald Trump in the 2024 Presidential election + why Vince thinks that it was a solid performance for Biden.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Inflation seems to have slowed raising the possibility of lower interest rates, Scotus seems to be looking at a narrow version of immunity for the presidency. On Faith Focus Friday, a look at the controversy surrounding the Trump Bible. Audio and comments about the Anti-Israel protests.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.