The Roundtable Talk Podcast

The Roundtable Talk Podcast

Roundtable Talk is a conservative, community-minded conversation from Hoke County, North Carolina. Hoke County is a fast-growing community just outside Ft. Bragg, and part of what constitutes the fifth-largest city by population in North Carolina. Connect and learn more at www.RoundtableTalkPodcast.com

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June 16, 2026 37 mins
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In Episode 158 of the Roundtable Talk Podcast, hosts Ruben Castellon and Chris Holland open with good news from Hoke County Schools — celebrating outstanding athletes, dedicated coaches, a Rockfish Middle School Teacher of the Month, and seniors racking up hundreds of thousands of dollars in scholarships, including one student awarded over $500,000.

As Chair of the Hoke County Board of Educatio...
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“Leadership failed at the school level when the mission to educate children stopped for activism.”
— Ruben Castellon

In Episode 156, hosts Ruben Castellon and Chris Holland sit down at the roundtable to break 
down the recent May Day rally that closed school districts across North Carolina.
Was it a legitimate teacher protest or a political rally in disguise?

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In this episode of The Roundtable Talk Podcast, hosts Ruben Castellon and Chris Holland kick things off with an honest, lighthearted conversation about seasonal allergies, natural remedies, and how our bodies—and our communities—change over time.
The discussion quickly turns to civic matters: from Virginia’s controversial redistricting to the broader effects of political reshaping across the Unit...
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April 14, 2026 33 mins
In this episode of Roundtable Talk, Ruben Castellon and Chris Holland cut through the noise to discuss i
ssues that matter most to Hoke County and North Carolina.

They break down the North Carolina Supreme Court’s final word on the state’s voter ID law, explore the 
closure of the 32‑year Leandro education case, and examine ongoing debates over educational funding, local accountability, and growth managemen...
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The votes are in — now what?

Ruben Castellon and Chris Holland unpack the Hoke County election results and what they mean for our community. Listen to The Roundtable — local voices, real talk, honest solutions.

In this post‑election conversation, Ruben Castellon and Chris Holland sit down in Raeford to unpack the results, the surprises, and the stories behind Hoke County’s 2026 races. From voter turn...
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In this episode of the Roundtable Talk Podcast, Ruben Castellon and Chris Holland sit down with Dr. Ralph Carter—a local physician, community leader, and candidate for public office—to discuss the issues shaping life in Hoke and Scotland Counties.

Dr. Carter shares his vision for sustainable growth, smarter infrastructure, local healthcare improvements, and fiscal responsibility. The...
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In this episode, Ruben and Chris dive into the start of early voting in Hoke County, examine the details behind the SAVE Act (Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act), and discuss why voter ID laws matter for election integrity. The conversation widens to faith and politics, exploring the moral foundations behind law, justice, and civic responsibility.

They also talk about the growing concerns surrounding “fake Republ...
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Ruben Castellon and Chris Holland dig into North Carolina power shifts and why they matter locally. 

They break down recent Raleigh moves affecting who appoints the State Board of Elections, how that filters to county boards, and what it could mean for voter ID enforcement and local oversight

Then the guys lighten it up with a very North Carolina weather check (brace for a soggy Sunday, maybe a messy Monday).
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January 13, 2026 31 mins
In Episode 148 of The Roundtable Talk Podcast, hosts Chris Holland and Ruben Castellon sit down with Dr. Ralph Carter, orthopedic surgeon and candidate for North Carolina House District 48 (Hoke and Scotland Counties).

Dr. Carter shares his heart for public service, his perspective on healthcare, and his plan to restore strong local leadership by focusing on affordability, infrastructure, and real wellness for families acros...
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It’s filing season in North Carolina, and the local slate is taking shape. Ruben and Chris walk through who files where, what it costs, deadlines that actually matter, and what redrawn districts could mean for Hoke County. We hit the basics (age, residency, unaffiliated petitions, fees), local races already drawing primaries, and a quick reality check on challenges and eligibility.
Plus a community calendar—Hometown...
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Streaming live from Christian 105.7 (WCLN), Ruben Castellon and Chris Holland sit down with Rockfish Chamber of Commerce president Erlene Harper for a practical look at how a small chamber drives big impact.

We cover: what a chamber really does (advocacy, education, networking), opportunities for micro-businesses and pop-ups, veterans advocacy, and the path toward group insurance. Erlene walks us through Backpack Buddies&md...
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October 7, 2025 31 mins
Ruben and Chris unpack Hoke County’s $115,000 refund tied to gaming-machine licenses after a legal clampdown and zoning rollback. They press for transparency, suggest FOIA as a tool, and even call out how poor livestream audio erodes public trust. Plus: clear, parent-friendly NC DMV updates, and a quick look at fall parades, festivals, and the Hoke Native American Scholarship Foundation banquet—ending with a teaser for ...
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