On May 22, 2026, a shooting occurred outside the Wake County Justice Center in downtown Raleigh, North Carolina. While local authorities secured the scene, the podcast ecosystem continued its usual programming, treating the city as a routine destination for callers and touring comedians alike.
On The Ramsey Show, host Dave Ramsey kept the focus on personal finance, casually introducing a caller from the area. "Emily is in Raleigh, North Carolina. Hi, Emily. How are you?" Ramsey said during a segment addressing a listener's financial stress.
Meanwhile, the comedy circuit is pressing forward with its scheduled stops in the city. On Kill Tony, host Tony Hinchcliffe plugged upcoming tour dates for comedian Chris O'Connor, shouting out, "Raleigh, North Carolina, Detroit, Michigan" as key stops for the Stuff Island co-host. Hinchcliffe doubled down later in the episode, telling listeners to "Check him out in Raleigh, Detroit, and his podcast, Stuff Island" to keep the venues packed.
Despite the sudden burst of real-world violence downtown, Raleigh remains a staple on the national map for both financial advice seekers and traveling stand-ups. Expect local venues to keep their doors open and security tight as these tours roll into the Tar Heel State.