Episode Details

In this episode of The Charlie James Show airing on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, host Charlie James opens by welcoming autumn and diving straight into Donald Trump’s address at the United Nations General Assembly. Trump’s remarks focus heavily on opposition to international institutions like the International Criminal Court, his views on protecting children from transgender medical interventions, concerns over religious persecution against Christians worldwide, and a newly signed trilateral security agreement involving Greenland, Denmark, and the United States. The primary focus of the episode then shifts to local news in Spartanburg, South Carolina, regarding the planned Valero data center. Callers express frustration over updated projections revealing the facility will require between 1.2 and 1.6 million gallons of water per day—a significant jump from initial estimates of under 500,000 gallons. Callers and the host debate closed-loop cooling systems, evaporative water loss, potential noise pollution from backup diesel generators, and local governance accountability. Additional topics include federal laws surrounding home alcohol distillation versus home brewing, shifting cultural dynamics, and changing political landscapes as the 2026 midterms approach.