Helene Recovery, Labor Talks, and National Forests

Helene Recovery, Labor Talks, and National Forests

This week, the guys sit down for another news episode to discuss the first new school in Watauga County in over 30 years, springboarding into a larger discussion on ongoing efforts to recover from Hurricane Helene. They also discuss ongoing labor disputes within the NC Democratic Party and how they relate to the upcoming amendment on ballots for NC this fall that would enshrine Right to Work in the state constitution. Finally, they briefly discuss the Trump administration's efforts to dismantle the Roadless Rule, a conservation measure that prevents roads from being built in national forests. Thanks for listening and don't forget to check out our socials @youliveherepod.

Episode 10 - Budget Season Special!

On this week's episode, Dalton and Preston dive deep on local government in their Budget Season Special! Join them as they discuss the process for deciding the budgets in Boone and Fletcher, the realities of running local governments, and how a proposed amendment on this November's ballot could upend all of it. Stick around to hear Preston and Dalton's dream projects for their towns!

Episode 9 - DeBorah Ogiste and the Healthy Opportunites Pilot

In this week’s episode, Preston and Dalton learn about the Healthy Opportunities Pilot, a revolutionary public health program pioneered in North Carolina that was recently defunded by state legislators. They sit down with DeBorah Ogiste, a former beneficiary of the program and participant in Beacon Media’s new documentary, The Root of Good Health, to discuss the impact of the program, its loss, and the challenges of raising her 11 year-old grandson. Stick around to the end for a wrap-up on the interview, as well as a rundown on Endangered Species Day and to see some of Dalton’s favorite critters unique to NC. Do You Even Live Here? is produced in partnership with Beacon Media. Find us on Instagram and YouTube with our handle @youliveherepod. Thanks for listening!

Episode 8 - Parkway Controversy, Recent Travels, and the Voting Rights Act

For this week's episode, Preston and Dalton talk about a recent post they made in response to an ongoing project on the Blue Ridge Parkway and their own concerns, discuss their recent travels to Arizona and D.C., and wrap up by sharing Preston's column on the Supreme Court's attack on the Voting Rights Act as well as his own family's connection to civil rights. Give it a listen, you may even find out somebody is (possibly) running for President. (Hint, it's neither Preston nor Dalton!)

Episode 7 - Graig and Kym Meyer: The Legislature, Democrats and Leadership in Trying Times

For this week's episode, Preston and Dalton had their first in-person studio session, and there was no better way to mark it than by having two incredible guests. Graig and Kym Meyer are a power couple in NC. Together, we talk about navigating the transition from the legislature, environmental and climate action, messaging, and our unique political moment. Graig Meyer is a former NC Senator, founder of Beacon Media, and current Executive Director for the North Carolina Justice Center. Kym Meyer is the Litigator Director for SELC. Support each of them by checking out their organizations on the frontline of action across our State and region!