Helene Recovery, Labor Talks, and National Forests

BEACON MEDIA GUEST FEATURE

May 31, 2026

This week, the guys sit down for another news episode to discuss the first new school in Watauga County in over 30 years, springboarding into a larger discussion on ongoing efforts to recover from Hurricane Helene. They also discuss ongoing labor disputes within the NC Democratic Party and how they relate to the upcoming amendment on ballots for NC this fall that would enshrine Right to Work in the state constitution. Finally, they briefly discuss the Trump administration’s efforts to dismantle the Roadless Rule, a conservation measure that prevents roads from being built in national forests. Thanks for listening and don’t forget to check out our socials @youliveherepod.

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