In Hour 1 of the October 13, 2026 edition of The Charlie James Show on News/Talk 98.9 WORD, host Charlie James opens by discussing the morning's SpaceX Falcon launch before emphasizing the importance of conservative turnout as early voting begins in South Carolina. He interviews Greenville County School Board candidate Robert Giles (District 20), who criticizes excessive administrative spending, inflated graduation metrics, and strict grading constraints placed on teachers. James also touches on national news, examining concerns over forced child marriages in Germany, addressing local caller reactions to immigration, and reviewing mainstream media commentary following White House press briefings and recent administrative staff changes.
