Viewpoint Alabama

Former Speaker of the house and author Newt Gingrich shares his thoughts about the upcoming election and his optimistic view of America as we approach the midterm election. Then Dr. Marlon Pragnell VP of Research & Science with the American Diabetes association talks about how important early diagnosis and treatment is.  Finaly We check in with Congressmen Barry Moore who is seeking the US Sen...

Birmingham Attorney an marathon runnier Greg Yaghmai says he seeks to achieve a World Marathon Challenge first in order to rase awareness for KultureCity, the Birmingham-based nonprofit working to make public spaces and events more accessible for people with sensory needs and invisible disabilities. Jennifer Smith President and CEO of Stopdistractions.org talks about how we can stop deaths from di...

Brent Renner, United Soybean Director explains the important contributions the crop makes to the Alabama Economy.  Then Dr. Taylor Evans tells us what we need to know about the Pneumonic Plage outbreak in Russia.  Finaly Carl Bates with the BBB talks about scams to be on the look out for following this weekends Tropical weather in Alabama.

Billy Hensley from President of the National Endowment for Financial Education has some positive news about where Alabama ranks in educating high school students about personal finance.  Then Senator Katie Britt talks about her legislative agenda for Alabama this fall.

Former FCC Chair Ajit Pia talks about the AM radio for all legislation that would require all car manufacturers to continue to install AM radio in cars.  Then JT talks about train safety. Finaly Laura Dunn with the NHTSA talks about the importance of choosing and properly installing the appropriate car seat for your kids.

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month.  Dr. Robert Winn with the American Cancer Society talks about the importance of early detection.  Then Sen Tommy Tuberville talks about NIL and College Athletics, Finaly Leseliey Welch is the Co-Founder and CEO of Birth Center Equity talks about women’s health.

Remembering 911-Whitehouse staffer under George W. Bush John Bridegeland remembers what it was like that day working in the Whitehouse, and talks about his non-prophet organization More Perfect that helps Americans tend to one another’s Needs.  Then Auburn Student and personal friend of Charlie Kirk looks back on his assassination on year ago.  Brilyn Hollyhand talks about what he is doing to carr...

Family Counciler Joannie DeBrito on the impact of social media on children.  Then Hannah Wesolowski Chief Advocacy Officer for the National Alliance on Mental Illness joins us to talk about “988 day” which highlights the success of the national 988 hotline that was established to help prevent suicide.

Dr. Joe Galati has a warning about a dangerous new fad many people are trying using Peptides for unintended purposes.  Then JT talks with Alabama  Attorney General Steve Marshall about this week’s landmark Meta settlement and they outline how much our state may be in line for. 

Herbie Newell Director of Lifeline Children’s Services of Alabama joins us to talk about their mission to help with Adoptions in Alabama, and an upcoming fundraiser.  Then Former Democratic Senator Doug Jones talks about his run for Governor of Alabama.

Palestinian Christian and Birmingham resident Joeseph Abbott shares his perspective on the situation in Isreal and Palestine and America’s role in the middle east.   Then Dylan Rosnick director of government relations with the National Federation of Independent Business talks about the need for the REPAIR act to allow both private citicens and small businesses access to automotive repair data from...

What does your Headshot say about you?  It could be the difference between getting that dream job and getting passed over.  Expression Coach and professional headshot photographer Chris Gillett has some tips.  Then after you get that new job you may be looking for a new car.  But what are some things you should keep on mind as you walk onto the lot and talk with that salesmen?  Automotive retail a...

With cases of cryptosporidiosis now showing up in Alabama, many experts are recommending that consumers source their produce locally. Ellie Watson with Sweet Grown Alabama explains how we can do that.  It’s both better for our health and our local economy.  Then if you are looking to buy a new car this summer, Automative retail analyst Ray Shefska has some important things to keep in mind so that...

Jamie Parsons runs a non-prophet organization that advocates for CART captioning services for the hearing impaired in both public and private settings.  She talks about how people can receive these services at no change to them.  Then Dr. Alex McFarland talks about the role men play as fathers and leaders in the community.

UAB’s Dr. Kristina Visscher talks about the Neuroscience for all program that seeks to educate the public about our brains.  Then Dr. Tyler Evans updates us on the outbreak of Cyclospora in Alabama, and offers tips on how to stay healthy.

The Addiction Prevention Coalition of Alabama helps people pursuing freedom and healing from addiction.  One of their Board members “Alabama” joins us to talk about the upcoming Fund razing galla as well as the work the APC does here in Alabama. Then Dr. Barry Davis that’s about the importance of prevention with regard to the suden rise of infections in livestock from the New World Screwworm.  Fin...

National Federation of Small Business Legal center VP Beth Milito addresses her concerns with the Beneficial Ownership Information rules going into effect.  Then John Goodwin Senior managing Director with Humane World for Animals explains the problems created by so-called “Puppy Mills.” 

Fireworks Safety Expert Julie Heckman with the American Pyrotechnics safety and Education Foundation explains how to safely enjoy fireworks this 4th of July.  Then John Mogran, founder of the Morgan and Morgan Law firm joins us to talk about his new book Life is luck.  We finish the show with a conversation with Dr. Joe Galati about the efficacy of new supplements that are promised to have many un...

Chris Parent talks about what it means to be a father in America today, then UAB’s Dr. Michael Kase shares his experience helping build a prosthetic beak for a bird at the zoo.  Finaly Anna Topping from Tech Birmingham tells us about the finalists in the Sloss Tech Pitch competition.

Brian Perrin, M.D., a neurologist from UAB talks about Migrans and how Alabama weather can contribute.  Then Captain Jason Ambrosi addresses System Strain, Public Concerns About Flying, and What Pilots Say Congress Must Do to Address Known Safety Gaps.

Dr. William Toffler from Focus on the Family discusses assisted suicide and it’s emotional implications. Then Rey "R.T." Treviño joins us to talk about the cost of energy and when we can expect a price drop.

Candace DeMatteis president of the PFID talks about  the spread of the Measles this summer travel season. Then, the safety of E-bikes, Dr. Joe Galati weighs in, and finally Michael McBride host of History Chanels Mistakes that mad America joins us to talk about inventions that accidently shaped America, including a couple made right here in Alabama.

Safety Tips around the pool and Food from the Jefferson County Health Department’s Joseph Andrews and Jannese Covington.  Then Linda Rosa-Lugo and Janice Trent from the National Speech-Language-Hearing Association explore the critical role Communication plays in caregiving.

James Dickson from Make Politics Local again joins us to talk about Alabama’s Congressional Redistricting fight.  Then Dr. Chris DeRienzo talks about National hospital week.  Finaly Wanda Miller head of VOCAL joins us to talk about victim’s rights in Alabama.

Ellie Watson with Sweet grown Alabama tells us about the Gulf Seafood festival and how you can support Alabama Fisherman and Shrimpers while eating local.  Then From the TVA Adam May and John Jackson join us with tips on how to save on your power bill this summer.