Welcome back to the Carolina Cabinet! In this episode, Peter Pappas sits down with Judge Toby Hampson, who is running for reelection to North Carolina’s Court of Appeals. Born in England and raised in Moore County, Toby Hampson shares his journey from public schools to Campbell Law, providing insights into his path to the appellate bench. The conversation navigates the ins and outs of the appellate court, highlighting how North Carolina’s judicial system works to ensure the law makes sense in th

On this episode of Carolina Cabinet, host Peter Pappas and co-host Laura Mussler welcome special guest Lia Hasapis for an energetic and wide-ranging conversation spotlighting Fayetteville's 36th annual Greek Festival. Lia Hasapis gives us an inside look at organizing this beloved cultural event, sharing what to expect in food, music, and community when the festivities kick off this weekend. But the Cabinet crew doesn't stop there—frank reflections on the 25th anniversary of 9/11 set a serious t

EPISODE INTRODUCTION Welcome back to the Carolina Cabinet, where we give a voice to the conservatives of Fayetteville, Cumberland County, and beyond. In today’s special episode, Peter Pappas sits down with Doug Turpin, Charlotte parent, CEO of Coalition for Liberty, and the driving force behind a high-profile lawsuit against Charlotte Latin School. After noticing significant curriculum shifts and alleged retaliation for raising concerns, Doug Turpin and his family became the face of a battle o

EPISODE INTRODUCTION The conversation focused on the vital but frequently underestimated work of the Cumberland County Soil and Water Board, featuring candidate Jeremy Stanley in discussion with host Peter Pappas. One concept discussed was how this low-profile, down-ballot office has a significant impact on everyday issues, from helping local farmers remain viable through grants, to addressing flooding and expanding access to safe public water. A key theme that emerged was the pressing need for

Welcome back to the Carolina Cabinet! In this episode, the conversation focused on the journey and campaign of Maad Abu Ghazala, a Libertarian candidate running for Congress in North Carolina's 7th district. The discussion explored Abu Ghazala’s unique upbringing in Saudi Arabia and the West Bank, his immigration to America at age 17, and the cultural perspectives that shaped his political views. A key theme that emerged was the role of government overreach, civil liberties, and anti-establishme

Welcome back to the Carolina Cabinet! Host Peter Pappas and co-host Laura Mussler sit down with Paul Taylor, candidate for North Carolina Senate District 21. In this episode, Paul Taylor shares his journey from military service and government work to his campaign for public office. The conversation dives into issues like education funding, economic development, the impact of minimum wage increases, PFAS water contamination, and the responsibilities of government in supporting communities. Paul T