Crime, Signals, Community And More On The Brett Winterble Show

Tune in here to this Tuesday’s edition of the Brett Winterble Show! 

Brett kicks off the program by talking about monopoly power in law enforcement and the growing sense of vulnerability felt by ordinary families. He contrasts this with everyday consumer choices, noting that while people can choose between airlines or colleges, they have no such options when it comes to public safety. Brett emphasizes that police agencies function as unavoidable monopolies—citizens cannot “shop around” for better service or accountability. While affirming his strong support for individual officers, he argues that the system itself breeds complacency, corruption, and a lack of meaningful reform. He highlights how communities are left exposed when official protection fails, pointing to high-profile local incidents and systemic delays in response.

Bo Thompson from Good Morning BT is also here for this Tuesday’s episode of Crossing the Streams. Brett and Bo talk about WBT’s historic move to 107.9 and the huge success of Hancock’s Bikes for Kids, which brought in more than 800 donated bicycles for families across the community. They reflect on how the expanded signal will strengthen the station’s reach and deepen its connection with listeners, highlighting the unique camaraderie of the WBT team during big events like the annual bike drive.

The conversation then shifts to national politics, as Brett and Bo discuss the president’s upcoming rally in Pennsylvania and whether recent crime concerns in Charlotte—including the latest light-rail stabbing—might become part of his message. Bo also shares what he and Beth have coming up tomorrow on Good Morning BT, including cybersecurity insights from Teresa Payton, analysis of the ongoing Netflix-Paramount drama, and a check-in with Jim Zoki ahead of the Panthers’ return to the field.

Listen here for all of this and more on The Brett Winterble Show!

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