Best Pat Chet Podcasts (2026)

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NC FWD Party Weekly Update: History of the Pat & Chet Show 12-18-25 6:10

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Pat discusses the history of the podcast, the origin story with his good friend Chet, and shares the growth the show has experienced since it was first launched in 2021.By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Party Weekly Update: Trump's Birthday, Community Pop-Ups, and RCV 12-11-25 5:10

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Pat discusses Trump's replacing MLK Day with his own birthday for free admission to National Parks, some local community pop-ups, and RCV in action.By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Party Weekly Update: Interview with Lennie Friedman 12-4-25 5:46

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Pat interviews Lennie Friedman. Lennie is the NCFP Vice Chair, a graduate from Duke, played in the NFL and advocate of better election procedures for citizens through Instant Runoff elections and other common sense reforms.By Pat & Chet

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NC Forward Party Weekly Update: Happy Thanksgiving! 11-27-25 7:39

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Pat is thankful for the generous guests he has had on the program this year and plays some clips from a variety of 2025 interviews.By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Weekly Update: Interview with David Knight 11-20-25 6:07

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Pat speaks with David Knight about his experiences in politics, meeting with Andrew Yang, and fixing our broken 2 party system.By Pat & Chet

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NC Forward Party Weekly Update - Government Shutdown Ends! 11-13-25 5:46

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Pat discusses the Government shutdown, how we deserve better from our leaders, updates on upcoming events, and shares about the growth of the Forward Party across America.By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Weekly Update: Forward Aligned Candidates Win 3 Elections! 4:39

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Pat reviews the Election Day results for the NCFP's 5 Forward-Aligned Candidates who ran for office this week: Steve Morris, Forward-Republican, Concord, NC Alvarys Santana, Forward-Democrat, Concord, NC JC Lyle, Forward-Democrat, Wilmington, NC Nick Sliwinski, Forward-Republican, Wake Forest, NC Mike Tann, Forward-Democrat, Greenville, NC…

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NC FWD Weekly Update 10-30-25: Fair Elections & Government Shutdown 4:59

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Pat discusses his appearance on State Lines, our Constitutional Right to Fair Elections, and the continued government shutdown.By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Weekly Update 10-23-25: Interview with Hannah Spengler 6:36

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Pat speaks with Hannah Spengler, Chief of Staff for Forward-Aligned Congressman Don Davis in NC District 1. They discuss the new congressional district maps approved by the NC General Assembly and access to fair elections for all citizens.By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Weekly Update: Principles First Event 10-17-25 4:48

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Volunteer! That's the song choice this week, quite fitting. Pat visited the folks at Principles First for an event this week, and celebrates NCFP hitting 4,000 signatures towards ballot access!By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Weekly Update: Great Success at Riverfest in Wilmington 10-9-25 4:52

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Pat speaks about the great success volunteers at Riverfest in Wilmington, NC last weekend. He also discusses the upcoming State Fair and of course... ELECTION DAY!By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Update: Interview with Gray Tompson 10-2-25 4:20

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Pat sits with NCFP's new Wake County Chair, Gray Tompson.By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Weekly Update - Alvarys Santana 9-26-25 4:59

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Pat interviews Alvarys Santana who is a Forward-Aligned candidate running for City Council in Concord, NC in 2025.By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Weekly Update - Nick Sliwinski - Forward Aligned! 4:51

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Pat interviews Nick Sliwinski. Nick is currently serving as a Commissioner in the town of Wake Forest and is running for re-election as a 'Forward-Republican'.By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Weekly Update 9-11-25: Passing of Charlie Kirk & Iryna Zarutska 2:06

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On this day we remember the tragedy of September 11th, Pat shares a statement from the NCFP about violence in America and the recent loss of Iryna Zarutska an Charlie Kirk.By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Party Weekly Update: Vote in Local Elections! 9-5-25 4:21

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Pat discusses the importance of voting in local elections, and how your vote can make a difference. And some cool music from Earth, Wind and Fire!By Pat & Chet

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NC Forward Party Update 9-28-25: 3,000 Signatures! 4:25

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We hit the 3,000 mark! Pat discusses the recent landmark and some upcoming NCFP events.By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Weekly Update 8-20-25 4:41

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Record setting volunteer efforts, our Town Hall in the media, and Pat invited to be on Capital Tonight to talk about gerrymandering. It's been a busy week!By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Party Update: Recap of Town Hall 8-15-25 5:04

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Pat shares some audio clips from the recent Town Hall with Congressman Don Davis and others.By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Update - Gerrymandering in the News - And Women in Baseball! 5:31

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Pat touches on a variety of topics, including Jen Powel serving as the first female umpire in a MLB game, majority-minority districts as prescribed in the Voting Rights Act of 1965, and Gerrymandering in the news!By Pat & Chet

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NC Forward Party Weekly Update 7-31-25: Congressman Don Davis and Andrew Yang 5:17

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Pat shares information about the upcoming NCFP Town Hall taking place on August 14th with special guests Congressman Don Davis and Forward Party co-founder Andrew Yang!By Pat & Chet

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NCFP Update: Forward is a Joyful, Empowering & Rebellious Party! 7-19-25 6:00

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Pat discusses the new branding guidance provided by the National team, updates us on some upcoming events, and a dose of Led Zeppelin!By Pat & Chet

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NCFP Update 7-12-25: Chris Stevens & Durham Event at Hi-Wire Brewery 5:13

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Pat catches up with one of our newest, and most engaged volunteers, Chris Stevens. They discuss the work being done and invite others to join them at Hi Wire Brewery in Durham, NC on Sunday, July 13th.By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Update 7/5/25 Trump's BBB and Thom Tillis 5:44

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Pat recognizes the courage of NC Senator Thom Tillis and examines how a 3rd Party could help repair our country.By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Update 6-28-25 Birthday Wishes, RCV Legislation, and Upcoming Events 4:56

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Pat wishes Happy Birthday to long time volunteer and current Executive Committee member Cliff Hammill. The NCGA tries to block RCV, again, and the NCFP has events planned across the state.By Pat & Chet

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NCFP Weekly Update - New Bylaws & Shrimp Legislation 6-21-25 5:31

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Pat announces the new bylaws recently approved by the North Carolina Forward Party Executive Committee.By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Weekly Update 6-14-25 - Meet Hometown Holler 5:12

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Pat sits with Quinn Ray of the popular podcast Hometown Holler. Pat appears as a guest on the show in an episode which will be released June 16, 2025By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Update 6-7-25 Interview with Nathan Dorn - Building a Team In Wilmington 5:14

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Pat visited Wilmington for a get together at the Mad Mole Brewery. It was a wonderful evening speaking with members of the community about the Forward Party. Check out this interview with the Regional Leader of Wilmington, Nathan Dorn.By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Weekly Update 5-31-25 Rise of The Third Parties at NC State University 6:00

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Pat reviews the exciting night at NCSU where we hosted a panel discussion with Libertarians, Veterans, Constitutionalists, Forwardists, and our friends at Better Ballot.By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Update 5-24-25 First NC Door Knocking Event in Wakefield! 4:51

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Volunteers came out to Pat's home community, Wakefield in Raleigh, and knocked on doors to gather signatures for ballot access and spread the word of the Forward Party. Reach out to the Party today to learn how we can do something similar in your neighborhood!By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Update 5-17-25 Matthew Williams & The Lecture Lounge 6:26

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Pat speaks with Matthew Williams about the work he has been doing to with The Lecture Lounge. Specifically, an upcoming event at NCSU on May 30th!By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Update - Better Ballot NC 4:39

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Pat reviews our ballot access status, and talks about his meeting with the leadership of Better Ballot NC.By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Update 5-3-25 Peak Fest in Apex and Board of Elections Challenges 5:12

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Pat speaks about today's event in Apex (Peak Fest) where Forward volunteers will be gathering signatures for ballot access. He also shares how the Board of Elections in NC, and other parts of the country, are making it harder and harder for new parties to form and blocking the opportunities for voters to have more choices.…

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NC FWD Update 4-26-25: How do we match up with the Democrats & Republicans 5:51

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Pat takes a moment to reflect on where the Forward Party is today, and how we compare to the work being done by the Democrats and Republicans.By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Weekly Update 4-19-25 New Forwardists Building our Party 5:15

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Welcome Hailey Peters! Pat talks about a great meeting at Raleigh Brewing Company in Raleigh and new volunteers helping build the party!By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Update 4-12-25 - Interview with Keoni Aricayos 5:37

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Pat speaks with Keoni Aricayos - Forward Party State Chair of Massachusetts.By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Update 4-5-25 5:13

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Pat's excited about the April 12th event! And the Party has a NEW WEBSITE coming!By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Update 3-29-25 Retired Supreme Court Justices & Braver Angels Event 4:43

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Pat discusses the event at NCSU on April 12th, and the recent growth of the party.By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Weekly Update 3-22-25: Government Shutdown 5:32

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Pat explores the real reasons for the constant government shutdown threats, and explores solutions to fix it once and for all!By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Update 3-8-25 Interview With Bob Perls of FWD New Mexico 5:53

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Pat speaks with State Chair Bob Perls who is heading up the effort to build the Forward Party in New Mexico.By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Update 3-1-25 (Upcoming Events!) 5:47

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Pat provides an update of what's happening at the NC Forward Party including events like Burn the Stigma (at the State Capitol April 16th) and a discussion with retired NC Supreme Court Justices Michael Morgan and Bob Orr taking place at NCSU on April 12th.By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Update 2-22-25 Interview with Clint Eisenhauer 5:14

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Pat speaks with South Carolina Chair Clint Eisenhauer about his work with the Forward Party!By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Update 2-15-25 Interview with Josh Peters 6:29

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Learn what brought Josh Peters to the Forward Party, and how you can help by becoming a Founding Member!By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Update 2-8-25: Cell Phone Ban In Schools 5:54

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Pat discussed cell phone bans in schools, upcoming events, and how to WIN A FREE MUG from the Pat & Chet Show.By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Update 2-1-25 Reaching Out to Our Elected Officials 5:07

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Pat and Ashraf are putting together a plan to have members of the Forward Party reach out to their elected officials. If things go well, the NC FWD Party can execute hundreds of meetings across the state and drastically increase awareness of the work we are doing!By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Update 1-25-25: Trump's Executive Orders 4:12

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Pat discusses the recent Executive Orders from Donald Trump, specifically the sweeping pardons for all the participants from January 6th, including those convicted of violent acts against police officers.By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD - Seats of Power with Scott Hatch 1-18-25 5:51

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Pat interviews our resident Forward Constitutional Scholar, Scott Hatch. Scott reflects on his article explaining how the 2 party system works, and how we can break it, named 'Seats of Power'.By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Update 1-11-25: Upcoming Events in The Triangle 5:02

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Pat speaks of the power of the National Forward Party, shares we have over 1,000 political races coming up in 2025, and shares plans for coffees, meet-ups and happy hours happening in the Triangle Region (hosted by the Forward Party). https://www.meetup.com/north-carolina-forward-party/events/By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Update 1-4-25: Kathy Batt Helps Launch South Central Region 5:13

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Pat sits with Kathy Batt to discuss the launching of the South Central Region for the NC Forward Party. Kathy was a Forward-Aligned candidate in 2024 and is now helping spread the message to communities in her area.By Pat & Chet

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NC FWD Update 12-28-24: Year End Wrap-Up, Goals for 2025 5:40

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Pat reflects on 2024, discusses plans for 2025. and mixes in a little NJ Devils vs. NC Hurricanes hockey!By Pat & Chet