On this week’s “Tying it Together with Tim Boyum,” Tim and Ben tackle North Carolina’s unique alcohol laws, which date back to the Prohibition Era and even the 1700s! We tackle that history with North Carolina History Museum Curator Earl Ijames, who tells the story one of the country’s most famous moonshiners. We’ll also look at how the state is changing its relationship to alcohol and the effort to get the state out of selling it altogether—an initiative that has stirred up some fierce debate on both sides.

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With the speed of the local news cycle, it's easy to forget that the politicians who represent us and the influencers in our communities are more than just soundbites. North Carolina’s veteran reporter and anchor, Tim Boyum, is loosening his signature bow tie for candid conversations with these powers players from across the state. In "Tying It Together," Tim uncovers what makes these newsmakers tick, explores some of their most fascinating life stories, and helps all of us get a better grasp on the issues affecting our community.

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