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Libertarian political candidate and retired Auburn University economic professor John Sophocleus recently joined the Brandon and Christopher Show podcast. Sophocleus said that it is far too early to draw any conclusions about the effectiveness of President Donald J. Trump's (R) economic policies. Sopholcleus warned that high tariffs could lead to inflation; but that this is too early in the process to be making judgements about the effectiveness (or not) of President Trump's tariff hikes....
Alabama Bureau of Pardons and Paroles Director Cam Ward recently joined the Heart of Dixie Podcast to discuss the Bureau, the 2025 legislative session, justice reform, and more. Ward is a former state Senator. In the Alabama Senate, Ward chaired the Senate Judiciary Committee. The Heart of Dixie Podcast is hosted by Alabama Gazette Lead Reporter and Content Manager Brandon Moseley and Baldwin County Attorney Harry Still III....
June 10, 2025 – ATMORE, AL - The State of Alabama executed Gregory Hunt by means of nitrogen hypoxia for the 1988 capital murder of Karen Land. The Governor's office said in a statement: 'Earlier this evening, Governor (Kay) Ivey (R) told Corrections Commissioner John Hamm that she would not exercise her clemency powers in this case and directed him to proceed with Mr. Hunt's lawfully imposed death sentence for the 1988 capital murder of Karen Lane.' "Decades ago, Karen Lane at only 32 y...
June 12, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall (R) has filed a 19-state amicus brief supporting President Donald J. Trump's (R) deployment of the National Guard in response to the violent protesters in the streets of Los Angelas, California. The rioters oppose the enforcement of U.S. immigration laws. Marshall said that their violence overwhelmed local authorities and endangered federal law enforcement and property. "We are unwavering defenders of the constitutional rig...
June 19, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today is Juneteenth. This is a federal and state holiday. Banks, schools, courthouses, government offices, and some businesses will be closed today in acknowledgement of the holiday celebrating the arrival of federal troops in Galveston, Texas on June 19, 2025 during the War Between the States. The federal troops brought the news that President Abraham Lincoln had freed the slaves. While Lincoln - who was dead by this time - had issued the Emancipation...
June 16, 2025 - The Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) has named Edward F. Poolos as the new director, replacing longtime Director Lance LeFleur who retired earlier this year. Poolos is presently the deputy commissioner of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. The commission voted to appoint Poolos after interviewing four finalists for the director's job during its Friday public meeting. The other finalists were Anthony Scott Hughes, chief of the Field...
June 16, 2025 - WETUMPKA, AL - Herbie is a 1 ½-year old male, 55 lbs. He came to the shelter as a stray and was never reclaimed. Herbie is a higher energy boy, loves to romp and play. He is very loving and will demand attention from you. Good with other dogs, walks well on a leash and takes treats gently. The Elmore County Humane Society adoption fees are only $100 for dogs and just $50 for cats under one-year-old. Cats over one-year-old can be adopted by approved adopters for a fee of...
Former Congressman Mo Brooks (R-Huntsville) recently spoke on the Brandon and Christopher Show Podcast about President Donald J. Trump's (R) second term as President of the United States. Brooks said that he found similarities between President Trump's second term as President and Richard M. Nixon's second term including both Presidents' decline in polling numbers. "The Trump administration is already panicked," said Brooks. "They are all over the map and they are doing that in large part...
April 28, 2025 - Alabama Medical Cannabis Commissioner Executive Director John McMillan joined the Heart of Dixie Podcast to discuss recent court rulings affecting Alabama's implementation of it's medical marijuana program. McMillan discussed this and other topics with hosts: Brandon Moseley and Harry Still III. The Alabama Legislature passed a medical cannabis bill in 2021. That legislation created the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission. McMillan was hired to run the Commission (AMCC). The...
State Representative Neal Rafferty (D-Birmingham recently joined the Brandon and Christopher show to discuss the 2025 Alabama Legislative Session. Rafferty is a member of the Alabama House of Representatives. "As a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps and a native to Birmingham, Alabama, I fervently believe in serving our country, our state, and our local community. I feel it is my duty and my responsibility to give back when so much has been given to me," Rep. Rafferty said on his we...
As news gathering evolves with new technology the Alabama Gazette is committed to bringing our readers podcasts in addition to the finest written journalism available in the state of Alabama. We are sharing our conversations with Alabama newsmakers from across the state in the form of podcasts with our podcast partners. State Representative Mark Gidley spoke with the Alabama Gazette's Leader Reporter and Content Manager Brandon Moseley along with Harry Still III on the Heart of Dixie Podcast...
Former Secretary of State John H. Merrill joined the Brandon and Christopher (BCS) podcast to discuss his political career, election integrity, business filings, and even the state of college athletics in the NIL world. Merrill was Secretary of State from 2015 to 2023. He is widely believed to be considering running for Alabama Lieutenant Governor in 2026. The Republican primary is scheduled for May 2026. This BCS podcast is hosted by Alabama Gazette Lead Reporter and Content Manager Brandon...
April 24, 2025 – MONTGOMERY, AL.– Alabama citizens who provide emergency assistance to injured, wounded, or orphaned wild animals are committing a crime – even if it is on their own land. The Alabama Good Samaritan Wildlife Rehabilitation Act has been introduced in the Alabama House of Representatives to change that. On Thursday, the Alabama Wildlife Conservation and Rehabilitation Society (AWCRS), North Alabama Wildlife Rehabilitators, and Alabama NEEDS Wildlife Rehabbers announced that they...
Attorney and Public Service Commission Candidate Brent Woodall recently joined the Brandon and Christopher Show podcast to discuss the PSC and how he believes that he could do a better job than incumbent PSC Commissioner Jeremy Oden. The Brandon and Christopher Show Podcast is hosted by Alabama Political Reporter Lead Reporter and Content Manager Brandon Moseley and Alabama Political Contributor Publisher Christopher Peeks....
State Senator Dan Roberts (R-Mountain Brook) recently joined the Heart of Dixie Podcast to discuss the Alabama Legislative session, proposed legislation dealing with hemp derived psychoactive cannabinoids, and more. The Heart of Dixie Podcast is hosted by Alabama Gazette Lead Reporter and Content Manager Brandon Moseley and Attorney Harry Still III....
Alabama Agriculture and Industries Commissioner Rick Pate recently joined the Brandon and Christopher Show Podcast. Pate discussed food prices, the health of the farm economy, and the damage being done to Alabama farmers by unfair trade practices. Pate is term limited from running for a third term as Ag. commissioner and is being widely discussed as an Alabama Lieutenant Governor candidate. The Brandon and Christopher Show Podcast is hosted by Alabama Gazette Lead Reporter and Content Manager...
Congressional candidate Terri LaPoint recently joined the Brandon and Christopher Show Podcast to discuss her campaign for Congress. LaPoint is running in Alabama's Third Congressional District. Incumbent Congressman Mike Rogers and Draic Coakley are also running for Congress in CD3. LaPoint is a writer, journalist, and Republican activist. The Brandon and Christopher Show Podcast is hosted by Alabama Gazette Lead Reporter and Content Manager Brandon Moseley and Alabama Political Contributor...
May 3, 2025 - Attorney Derek Chen joined the Brandon and Christopher Show podcast to discuss his candidacy for the Republican nomination for state auditor. Auditor is an open seat in 2026 because current Auditor Andrew Sorrell is running for Secretary of State. Chen came to Alabama in 2018 after being born and raised in California. He did his undergraduate in Michigan and then came to Alabama to study law at Samford University's Cumberland School of Law. He also has a master's in business...
May 5, 2025 - CULLMAN, AL – Republican Clint Hollingsworth announced that he is running for Alabama House of Representatives District 12. Hollingsworth says that he has a deep commitment to serving Cullman County, and a proven record in local government. Hollingsworth says that he is ready to bring new leadership and fresh ideas to Montgomery. "I am running for the Alabama House of Representatives because I believe our community deserves an experienced leader who will fight to get us a seat at t...
May 6, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL - The Alabama Big 10 Mayors released a statement applauding the Alabama Legislature for passing two bills that they claim will improve public safety across Alabama. One was signed by Governor Ivey and the other has to be voted on by the people of Alabama next year. Senate Bills 118 and 119, both sponsored by Senator Will Barfoot (R-Pike Road) and carried by Representative Cynthia Almond (R-Tuscaloosa) in the House, received broad bipartisan support. Sponsors claim...
May 12, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL - The Office of Information Technology is currently responding to a cybersecurity event that is affecting certain state systems. In alignment with best practices, immediate steps have been taken to contain the situation while working with a leading third-party cybersecurity firm to investigate, secure and restore impacted services. The governor's officer reports that he security and reliability of state systems is a top priority. Temporary disruptions such as...
May 13, 2025 - The Alabama Department of Conservation & Natural Resources, State Lands Division, assists various state agencies in auctioning five-year hunting leases on land tracts across the state. A live public auction for the current bid cycle will be held on May 31, 2025. The 2025 bid notice, sample hunting lease, hunting tract listing, and hunting tract maps, all of which are downloadable at the state's website. To download a sample hunting lease and more information visit their website:...
May 5, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins announced that Monica Carroll has been appointed by President Donald J. Trump (R) as the Executive Director of Alabama Farm Services Agency. Monica Carroll and her family operate a diversified farm raising poultry and cattle, along with growing row crops. She previously served as Chairperson of the FSA State Committee during President Trump's first term. She is a board Member for the Alabama Resource...
April 22, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Alabama) issued a statement following the announcement that President Donald J. Trump will deliver keynote remarks at the University of Alabama's 2025 commencement ceremonies. Britt said that she was "thrilled" by the news. "I'm thrilled President Trump will deliver the keynote address at the University of Alabama's commencement ceremonies this year. It is a tremendous honor for the university and for this year's graduating class t...
April 24, 2025 – MONTGOMERY, AL - On Thursday evening, Alabama Governor Kay Ivey told Corrections Commissioner John Hamm that she would not exercise her clemency powers and directed him to execute James Osgood' for the 2010 capital murder of Tracy Lynn Wilemon (Brown). "The murder of Tracy Wilemon was premeditated, gruesome and disturbing, and tonight, the state carried out the death sentence of James Osgood," said Gov. Ivey after the execution. "Both Mr. Osgood and his accomplice – who will nev...
