Episodes

Welcome to another episode of the Carolina Cabinet—the smartest hour of conservative talk radio in Cumberland County and beyond! Join host Peter Pappas, co-hosts Pastor Joshua Goodman and Laura Mussler, and special guest Travis Hamed, candidate for Fayetteville City Council District 8, for a lively and thoughtful conversation about local elections, public safety, community events, and the ever-evolving landscape of Fayetteville politics. In this episode, the team dives into the importance of lea...

Welcome to another episode of the Carolina Cabinet! In this lively and insightful discussion, host Peter Pappas is joined by special guest co-host Laura Musler and a panel of notable guests from the Independent Conservative Alliance (ICA): Bobby Hurst, Jackie Taylor, and John Szoka. Together, they dive into the purpose and process of the ICA, a political action committee dedicated to finding and supporting qualified, conservative candidates in Fayetteville, Cumberland County, and beyond. You'll ...

Welcome back to the Carolina Cabinet, Eastern North Carolina’s homegrown conservative talk show! In this week’s episode, host Peter Pappas and guest co-host Laura Musler sit down with Ted Melkoumov, a small business owner and candidate for Fayetteville’s District 1 City Council. Ted opens up about his journey from homelessness to entrepreneurship, his hands-on approach to helping the city’s unhoused community, and the unique perspective he brings as a tech professional and veteran. Tune in as th...

Welcome to another edition of Carolina Cabinet, Cumberland County’s smartest hour of talk radio! In this episode, host Peter Pappas sits down with special guest Stephon Ferguson, candidate for Fayetteville City Council District 1, alongside Pastor Joshua Goodman and guest co-host Laura Musler. Together, they dive into the heart and soul of Fayetteville’s District 1, discussing the unique challenges and opportunities facing the community, from economic development and public safety to the importa...

Welcome to another episode of Carolina Cabinet, the region’s homegrown conservative talk radio show. In this episode, host Peter Pappas is joined by guest co-host Laura Musler and Pastor Joshua Goodman as they sit down with North Carolina State Auditor Dave Boliek. The conversation kicks off with Pastor Josh’s uplifting message about hope and personal affirmation, setting a positive tone for an hour packed with insight and candid discussion. The team dives deep into Dave Boliek’s journey across ...

Welcome to another lively episode of Carolina Cabinet! In this special edition, host Peter Pappas is joined by Pastor Josh, Vince Higgins, and Kelly Papagikos to dive into everything you need to know about Fayetteville’s much-anticipated Greek Festival. The conversation is rich with stories about community, food, and tradition, as the guests share the history and evolution of the festival—from its humble beginnings and post-COVID bounce-back to the mouthwatering menu and cultural festivities tha...

Welcome back to the Carolina Cabinet, the smartest hour of conservative talk radio in Cumberland County and beyond! In this episode, host Peter Pappas is joined by co-host Laura Mussler and special guest Dr. Josh McConkey, a decorated emergency physician, military veteran, and current North Carolina Lieutenant Governor candidate, as well as Pastor Josh. The conversation delves deep into local North Carolina politics, with Dr. McConkey opening up about his journey from a rural Nebraska upbringing...

Welcome to this week’s episode of the Carolina Cabinet, where Fayetteville mayoral candidate Tisha Waddell joins us for a thoughtful, in-depth conversation about the future of our city. Hosted by Peter Pappas, with Laura Musler as co-host, this episode places Tisha’s experiences, beliefs, and vision front and center. Tisha opens up about her practical approach to leadership, emphasizing transparency, building consensus, and the importance of ethical standards in local government. She shares cand...

Welcome to this episode of the Carolina Cabinet! This week, Peter Pappas, Joshua Goodman, and guest co-host Laura Musler sit down with special guest Nahlee Smith—a dynamic community advocate and current candidate for mayor of Fayetteville. In this energizing conversation, Nahlee shares her personal journey through homelessness and financial struggles, offering a unique perspective on housing, gun violence, economic development, and the critical role of mental health support in the city. With can...

Welcome to another episode of Carolina Cabinet, your homegrown source for conservative talk radio in Fayetteville, Cumberland County, and beyond. This week, host Peter Pappas is joined by co-hosts Joshua Goodman and Laura Mussler, as well as special guest James Thomas, who is running for Fayetteville City Council in District One. In this lively, community-focused episode, the team shares updates about recent local events—from adult field day fun with Fayetteville Millennials and the Umoja Festiv...

Welcome back to the Carolina Cabinet, Eastern North Carolina’s sexiest conservative talk show! In this lively episode, host Peter Pappas, co-host Joshua Goodman, and guest co-host Laura Musler dive into the pressing issues and energetic debates shaping Fayetteville and the broader Cumberland County community. Special guests Councilman Deno Hondros (District 9) and Gail Morfesis (District 2 candidate) join the conversation, offering insights into local government challenges, election drama, and w...

Welcome to the Carolina Cabinet, Eastern North Carolina's smartest hour of conservative talk radio. In this episode, host Peter Pappas is joined by co-hosts Pastor Joshua Goodman and Laura Musler for a lively discussion about local issues affecting Fayetteville, Cumberland County, and beyond. Special guests Kathy Greggs—candidate for Fayetteville City Council, District 7—and Clifton Johnson—running for Fayetteville Mayor—are invited to share their backgrounds, platforms, and insights on the chal...

Welcome to a brand new episode of Carolina Cabinet! This week, host Peter Pappas is joined by co-host Pastor Joshua Goodman and guest co-host Laura Musler for a jam-packed episode full of local insight, good laughs, and lively conservative conversation.In this episode, the Cabinet sits down with Todd Henderson, candidate for Hope Mills mayor, for a candid discussion about small-town leadership, community growth, and the challenges facing Hope Mills. Todd opens up about his decision to run, the i...

Welcome to another episode of the Carolina Cabinet, your homegrown hub for conservative talk radio in Fayetteville and Cumberland County. In this dynamic episode, host Peter Pappas is joined by co-host Pastor Joshua Goodman, special guest host Leonard Bryant, and featured guest Emmanuel Jarvis, President of the Frederick Douglass Foundation of North Carolina. Peter sits down for an insightful discussion with Emmanuel Jarvis. He shares his journey from receiving a simple postcard to leading the F...

Welcome to another lively episode of Carolina Cabinet, the only homegrown conservative talk show for Fayetteville, Cumberland County, and beyond! This week, host Peter Pappas is joined by co-hosts Pastor Joshua Goodman and Carrie J. as they kick off the hour with reflections on personal growth, forgiveness, and letting go of burdens in their community “good news” segment. From there, the conversation turns local as the team covers everything from busy events at the Greater Fayetteville Chamber a...

Welcome back to the Carolina Cabinet, your home for conservative talk in Fayetteville and Cumberland County! In this episode, host Peter Pappas and co-host Pastor Joshua Goodman sit down with Mayor Pro Tem Kathy Jensen for an open, insightful conversation about the city's challenges and opportunities. From the realities of public service and local government to issues such as homelessness, public safety, and the city’s evolving needs, Kathy brings her experience as a lifelong resident of Fayette...

Welcome to the Carolina Cabinet, Fayetteville's hub for smart, local conservative talk! This week, host Peter Pappas and co-host Pastor Joshua Goodman are joined by Paul Williams, a longtime Fayetteville resident, small business owner, and candidate for Mayor. In this episode, Paul shares his deep roots in the community, lessons from decades in business, and a heartfelt look at family and public service. The conversation tackles everything from challenges facing local businesses and overregulati...

Welcome back to another episode of the Carolina Cabinet, Eastern North Carolina’s “sexiest” conservative talk show, where we dive into the heart of community conversations and give a voice to local conservatives. This week, host Peter Pappas is joined in the studio by a full cabinet, including Pastor Joshua Goodman and the inspiring team behind Dedicated Fathers: Treishon Wilson, Craig Banks, Dennis Qualls, and Joyce Kenny. In this episode, we jump straight into hot-button local politics—touchin...

Welcome to another episode of Carolina Cabinet, the smartest hour of conservative talk radio in the region! This week, hosts Peter Pappas and Pastor Joshua Goodman sit down with Fayetteville City Councilman Mario Benevente for a lively conversation that takes you behind the scenes of local government. The episode dives into everything from recent community protests and the power of grassroots organizing to the realities of balancing the city budget and confronting rising taxes. Councilman Beneve...

Welcome to another lively episode of the Carolina Cabinet, your go-to source for homegrown conservative talk in Cumberland County. Host Peter Pappas is joined by co-hosts J. Antoine Miner, Carrie J., and special guest Leonard Bryant for a sharp, engaging roundtable on this week’s top stories. The team covers everything from their experiences at the recent North Carolina GOP convention to local community updates, including the hotly debated cancellation of the Crown Event Center project. They don...

Welcome to another episode of Carolina Cabinet, Eastern North Carolina’s smartest hour of conservative talk! Host Peter Pappas is joined by co-hosts Pastor Joshua Goodman, Carrie Jackson, and Bishop J. Antoine Miner for a fast-paced roundtable tackling Fayetteville’s latest headlines and community challenges. This week, the Cabinet covers everything from childhood summers and library nostalgia to significant community wins, including the release of Bishop Miner’s new book. The team delves into h...

Welcome to another edition of the Carolina Cabinet, where honest conversations meet faith, family, and community values. In this episode, host Peter Pappas and co-hosts Pastor Joshua Goodman and Bishop J. Antoine Miner spotlight Bishop Miner’s new book, "Facing the Storm: Dealing with Life's Natural Disasters." Bishop Miner opens up about the book’s deeply personal origins, sharing life’s most challenging moments—loss, healing, and perseverance—and how faith carried him through. Alongside these ...

Welcome to another episode of the Carolina Cabinet! This week, host Peter Pappas and co-hosts Joshua Goodman, Carrie Jackson, and J. Antoine Miner are joined by retired Fayetteville Police Chief Kem Braden for an eye-opening conversation about crime, community, and leadership in Cumberland County. Chief Braden shares his experiences from nearly 30 years on the force, offering candid insights into recent crime trends, youth violence, and the challenges police face in today’s social environment. T...

This week, host Peter Pappas is joined by his trusted co-hosts, Bishop J. Antoine Miner and Carrie Jackson, along with special guest John Gobrick—a retired colonel and the driving force behind Fayetteville’s chapter of Our Community Salutes. This week’s episode highlights a powerful story of service, as John Gobrick shares the journey that led him from upstate New York to a 34-year Army career and now to honoring Fayetteville’s next generation of enlistees through heartfelt recognition ceremonie...