Hour 3

H1 - Charlie James discusses Spartanburg data center controversies, local election eligibility, and societal changes.

On the Monday, July 20, 2026 broadcast of The Charlie James Show, host Charlie James dives into the escalating public outcry surrounding a multi-billion dollar data center project in Spartanburg County. Highlighting a clip from the Theo Von podcast featuring environmental activist Erin Brockovich, James criticizes local officials for classifying a massive development project as a minor land change, arguing that it lacks transparency and ignores serious environmental and resource impacts like high water and electricity usage. The show fields numerous listener calls from locals concerned about imported out-of-state jobs rather than local hiring, as well as the depletion of local resources. Later in the hour, James addresses the political eligibility of state senate candidate Darlene Graham and comments on an arson attack near a DHS facility in New York, using a speech from British headmistress Katharine Birbalsingh to criticize modern societal structures and the prevailing cultural focus on oppression.

H1 , Segment 3 - Debate over data centers' water impact and SC Senate race updates.

The segment dives into intense local skepticism surrounding data centers, specifically their immense water consumption and environmental strains during regional droughts. Callers Chuck and Sean highlight the disparity between corporate promises and community realities, with Sean pointing out that a Google data center in Lenoir primarily resulted in low-level maintenance jobs rather than a high-tech economic boom. Host Charlie James wraps up the segment by switching gears to South Carolina politics, providing updates on the evolving Senate race, including Darlene Graham’s eligibility confirmation and the growing list of candidates throwing their hats into the ring.

H1, Segment 2 - Charlie and callers debate the true impact of data centers in Spartanburg.

Host Charlie James opens the floor to a spirited debate regarding the development of new data centers in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Callers express severe skepticism about the project, voicing privacy concerns over automated "flock cameras" and noting that promised tech positions are frequently outsourced to out-of-state workers rather than benefiting the local workforce. However, one caller, an experienced tech professional named James, argues passionately that these facilities drive essential technological and AI advancements—such as medical innovation—while utilizing self-generating natural gas power to minimize the strain on local consumers. Ultimately, both the host and callers agree that a severe lack of transparency from local politicians has rightfully fueled deep suspicion and distrust within the community.

H1, Segment 1 - Discussion on the Spartanburg data center controversy and public concerns.

During this opening segment of The Charlie James Show on Monday, July 20, 2026, host Charlie James discusses the growing public opposition surrounding a proposed data center in Spartanburg County. He references a feature from the Theo Von podcast containing Aaron Brockovich that highlights a resident lawsuit against Spartanburg County and Valera Holdings LLC. The core controversy stems from a $2.8 billion project being classified under "minor land development" despite plans including massive square footage, four buildings, a power yard, internal roadways, and mechanical cooling systems. Charlie argues that there is absolutely nothing "minor" about the project, comparing minor developments to simple additions like a new convenience store or gas station. He stresses that residents are deeply concerned by a lack of transparency from county leadership, as well as the ambiguous environmental and infrastructural impacts of the site—ranging from heavy electricity consumption to the loud humming of diesel generators. The segment wraps up with the note that the Spartanburg County Council is scheduled to meet that afternoon to address the legalities and discuss a potential one-year moratorium on similar data center developments.

FULL SHOW - The Charlie James Show - Friday July 17 2026 - Charlie James debates Darlene Graham's Senate run, Lindsey Graham's funeral, and election integrity.

On the July 17, 2026 broadcast of The Charlie James Show, discussions heavily centered around the political landscape of South Carolina following the passing of Senator Lindsey Graham. The show detailed upcoming funeral services for the late senator across Washington D.C., Columbia, and Pickens County, while tracking major developments regarding his sister, Darlene Graham. It was reported that she dropped the "Nordone" name and received an endorsement from Donald Trump for the special Senate primary, prompting intense caller debate over her qualifications versus alternative candidates like Ralph Norman. Beyond local races, James offered sharp critiques of the mainstream media for ignoring a Trump speech on leaked voter files and slammed establishment Republicans, particularly Senator Tom Tillis, for stalling and opposing voter security measures like the Save America Act. The program also highlighted broader conservative anxieties, including systemic bureaucratic failures, corporate recalls, and a deep-dive investigation into Chinese election meddling.