This episode is part of Eye on the Triangle’s special series called “Politics Unpacked: Elections 2024 Edition,” in which we interview NC political analysts and political science professors. In this episode, host Emilia Rivadeneira talks with political analysts Chris Cooper and Michael Bitzer to explore North Carolina’s electoral landscape. They tackle questions ranging from whether North Carolina is truly a purple state to potential outcomes of the upcoming presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump.
Stone and Griffin discuss the recent success in men’s and women’s soccer. They also discuss NC State football, it’s upcoming game vs Tennessee, and where the team fits into the top 25 FBS ranking.
Happy Mental Health Awareness Month! To kick off the new month, we’ll embark on a quest to uncover the essence of life with my guest, Nima Fatima. This chapter, “The Journey to Our Meaning of Life,” shares a personal narrative of navigating the challenges of external circumstances—particularly during COVID times—and the process of rediscovering oneself after a profound emotional upheaval. My hope is that this conversation resonates with someone, offering solace or inspiration no matter where you are on your journey. Please be aware that the episode covers sensitive subjects that may be triggering for some listeners. If you or someone you know is in a mental health crisis, please reach out to 919-515-2423 or the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255.
A conversation with Harrison Mann, a Jewish army major who decided to resign from the Defense Intelligence Agency over the Biden administration’s handling of Gaza. Mann takes us through his background in joining the military, his career in intelligence, his trips to the region, and his resignation.
This is a conversation with Riley Livermore, a military veteran who resigned from the Air Force as a result of the Biden administration’s policy regarding the situation in Gaza. Riley spent 16 years in the Air Force, during which he got to spend 2 years in Israel from 2016 to 2018. In this episode, we talk about his background, his years in the military, his experience in the Middle East, and the decision he made to finally pull the plug.
