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The Fordcast with J.G. Lockhart

The Fordcast with J.G. Lockhart

By: James Giavonni (J.G.) Lockhart Formally Known as Jim Rico
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Named after the iconic Beatties Ford Road in Charlotte, North Carolina, The Fordcast delves into tough topic discussions, featuring in-depth conversations and occasional commentary from a diverse range of guest experts. Each episode navigates complex issues with sensitivity and insight, creating a space for honest dialogue and varied perspectives. "The Man in the Arena", stroke survivor, and native Charlottean, host James Giavonni (J.G.) Lockhart (formerly known as Jim Rico) delivers raw and unedited views and narratives that are rarely heard in mainstream formats.

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Episodes
  • Episode 22: JG talks with Charlotte City Council Elect JD Mazeura Arias

    Episode 22: JG talks with Charlotte City Council Elect JD Mazeura Arias
    Oct 8 2025

    The Fordcast is officially back, with engaging conversation and in honor of National Voter Education Week. #JG is joined in the studio by District 5's Charlotte City Councilman elect, #JDMazeuraArias. JD is set to make double history as the first Latino and first Gen X'er to hold a seat on Charlotte's City Council.

    From immigration and public safety, to the proposed transit tax, this episode delivers powerful conversation and a fresh perspective, on issues that are shaping #CharlotteNC, and its direction. Listen in, as JG and JD, two men, one from Beatties Ford and the other from East Charlotte, share their passion for the communities they call home.

    With the transit tax referendum on the ballot and a general election in less than 4 weeks, this episode is both informative and timely! A must hear conversation, that discusses not only lived experiences, but the importance of civic engagement, and what they collectively envision for Charlotte's future.

    ##TheFordCast #JGLockhart #CharlotteCityCouncil #District5 #JGandJDTalks #FAFOPLEASE!!! #KnowledgeVersusIgnoranceNoContest #Westside #Eastside #VoterEducationWeek #MeckNo #Number1Podcast #WokeforWhat #BornandRaisedinCharlotte #StrokeLife #MentalHealth #PTSD #PSSD #ReEducationofAmerica #AmericanTalkRadio #PublicSchoolsMatter #KnowYourWorth #EducationandPolitics #AmericanIgnorance #GriefandOutcome #GodinYou #TheNewMeInc #Queencityradio #CharlottePodcast #Charlottetalkradio #WhenYouKnowBetter #MAGA2 #MakeAmericaGreatForAllAmericans #Westside #BeattiesFordRoad #TheFordcast #JimRico #TruthMatters #EducationMatters #CLTPolitics #VotingMatters #NCGeneralAssembly #Congress #CharlotteNewsRadio #CharlotteNC #WestCharlotte #LionPride #BlackisBeautiful #CriticalRaceTheory #EradicatingIgnorancewithKnowledgeandTruth #MentalHealthMatters #WhatsHappeningInCharlotte #QC #StrokeSurvivor

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    Alive at 55 Series: Love & Life!
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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • Episode 21: Relaunch with JG Lockhart and KC Author

    Episode 21: Relaunch with JG Lockhart and KC Author
    Sep 29 2025

    After taking a brief hiatus to put his name in the running for Charlotte City Council at Large-- JG Lockhart (formerly Jim Ricco) returns to the mic. Stronger and more determined than ever, JG has not only gained a following, but has become a voice for the people of Charlotte as he discusses, local politics, specifically the 2025 Transit Tax Proposal, the local election, the CATS transit, Iryna Zarutska and the Charlie Kirk murders. JG comes back to the mic welcoming former campaign manager -- KC the Author, to bring home many issues at the forefront of the news today!


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    Alive at 55 Series: Love & Life!
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    1 hr and 21 mins
  • Caring for Parents, Back to School, Election Voting and Change Encouragement

    Caring for Parents, Back to School, Election Voting and Change Encouragement
    Aug 18 2025

    Jim Rico discusses the rigors of caring for parents in their late years, Back to school encouragement, Change perspective and voting

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    Alive at 55 Series: Love & Life!
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    54 mins
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