In this episode of the Nikki and Reuel podcast, the hosts engage with Josie Barnhart, a member of the New Hanover County Board of Education. They discuss various educational initiatives, including the Career Leadership Development Academy for seventh graders, an essay contest in partnership with Bikes for Kids, and advanced teacher roles aimed at improving educational outcomes.
In this episode of the Nikki and Reuel podcast, hosts Nikki Bascome and Reuel Sample discuss a variety of topics ranging from the current political landscape under Trump's presidency to the vibrant music scene in Wilmington, featuring guest Perry Hewlett.
In this episode of the Nikki and Reuel podcast, hosts Nikki Bascome and Reuel Sample welcome Dawn-Michelle Blalock from the Boys and Girls Club of Southeastern North Carolina. They discuss the mission and vision of the club, the merging of two organizations to better serve the community, and the importance of mentorship and staff dynamics.
In this last (or first) episode of the year, hosts Nikki Bascome and Reuel Sample welcome guest John Hinnant to discuss a range of political and cultural topics, including the impact of social media on community engagement, the intricacies of political fundraising through platforms like ActBlue, and predictions for the upcoming political landscape in 2025.
North Carolina State Representative Ted Davis joins our podcast to talk about the veto override of SB 382. We talk about the increased hurricane relief funds that are part of this bill. We also talk about the necessity of moving the oversight of the Board of Elections (BOE) out of the Governor's office to the Auditor's office.
