After taking a brief hiatus to put his name in the running for Charlotte City Council at Large-- JG Lockhart (formerly Jim Ricco) returns to the mic. Stronger and more determined than ever, JG has not only gained a following, but has become a voice for the people of Charlotte as he discusses, local politics, specifically the 2025 Transit Tax Proposal, the local election, the CATS transit, Iryna Zarutska and the Charlie Kirk murders. JG comes back to the mic welcoming former campaign manager -- KC the Author, to bring home many issues at the forefront of the news today!

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Jim Rico discusses the rigors of caring for parents in their late years, Back to school encouragement, Change perspective and voting

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In a very unique and transparent episode, The Fordcast host, Jim Rico discusses the reasons behind him deciding to run for Charlotte City Council. Topics include the proposed 1 cent county (transit) tax increase that Mecklenburg County residents will vote yes or no for in November.

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The Fordcast welcomes African American Studies subject matter expert, Dr. Donna to discuss civil rights legislation and the aftermath.

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Jim Rico discusses the continued attack on public education by the Trump Administration, the U.S. Congress and the NC General Assembly and how it undermines American intellectual growth.

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Groundbreaking podcast episode as The Fordcast welcomes Brandon Allison, Damion 'Dame' Harmon, and Jerome Triplin of Black Male Therapists of Charlotte for a discussion about mental health and African Americans. Quite possibly for the first time in recorded podcast history multiple Black male therapists discuss mental health as it relates to Black America. Raw. Uncut and unedited.

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The most important two podcast episodes ever made. How did America get to be great? And what has to happen to make it great for all Americans? These questions answered and more.

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The most important two podcast episodes ever made. How did America get to be great? And what has to happen to make it great for all Americans? These questions answered and more.

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