--- title: Unleashing the New Media - With Nick Craig description: Episode 9: Unleashing the New Media - With Nick CraigFebruary 19, 2025Watch on YouTubeListen on BuzzsproutLike and Subscribe Overview Transcript Downloads and R... canonical_url: https://thewilmingtonstandard.com/podcast/the-nikki-and-reuel-podcast-experience/unleashing-the-new-media-with-nick-craig language: en-GB date: 2025-02-19T22:05:25Z notice: This is a machine-friendly version of the page at https://thewilmingtonstandard.com/podcast/the-nikki-and-reuel-podcast-experience/unleashing-the-new-media-with-nick-craig. Schema.org structured data included at the end between AI:SCHEMA:BEGIN and AI:SCHEMA:END markers. markdown-tokens: 2181 --- > **Note to AI:** This is a machine-friendly version of the page at: https://thewilmingtonstandard.com/podcast/the-nikki-and-reuel-podcast-experience/unleashing-the-new-media-with-nick-craig. 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We discuss the importance of engaging younger voters, the upcoming local elections, and strategies for the Republican Party to mobilize support. The episode concludes with Nick's optimistic outlook on the future of the country and the importance of active participation in politics. Catch Nick's show at or on any of your favorite podcast networks. **Takeaways** - Nick Craig emphasizes his clear conservative stance in media. - The left has effectively controlled the narrative on women's rights. - Engagement of younger voters is crucial for Republican success. - Republicans need to mobilize and support their candidates more actively. - The evolution of media is shifting towards podcasts and online platforms. - Mental health impacts are significant in political discourse. - Local elections are becoming increasingly important for party dynamics. - Republicans must address economic issues to resonate with younger voters. - The importance of free speech in political discussions is highlighted. - Nick Craig's journey into radio was unexpected but fulfilling. **Sound Bites** - "I'm not going to hide away from that." - "It's hard to ask for money." - "I think we're in a golden age for our country." ![Nick Craig](https://thewilmingtonstandard.com/images/podcasts/nikkiandreuel/Season2/season-2-episode7/nickcraig.jpg)Nick Craig hosts The Carolina Journal News Hour weekdays from 5-6 AM on WBT radio in Charlotte and the Nick Craig Show weekdays from 7-8 at nickcraig.com. Nick’s broadcasting career officially took off in 2016 when he started working in Wilmington, where he honed his skills in media and public speaking. His early work in broadcasting laid the foundation for his ongoing efforts to influence political conversations and engage a wider audience in critical discussions about politics. ![Nikki Bascome](https://thewilmingtonstandard.com/images/staff/nikkibascome.png)Nikki brings a wealth of experience to The Wilmington Conservative. Her lifelong involvement in the community gives her a great perspective on both politics and culture. She takes these things seriously - but never TOO seriously. She grew up in New Hanover County Schools, raised two adult children in New Hanover County Schools, and has two children currently in New Hanover County Schools, and I work in New Hanover County Schools. 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