Mississippi Edition

What Obamacare might be like in Mississippi under president-elect Donald Trump. Then, looking for policies that help moms among the working poor in the state. Later, a new campaign to help more Mississippi school kids read at grade level. And, corporate intrigue and personal passion in our Book Club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We'll talk with the head of the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency on the severe weather that moved through the state last night -- and about what might lie ahead. Then, panelists discuss what might Mississippi might expect from a Donald Trump presidency. Later, a Health Minute from Dr. Rick Deshazo on testosterone replacement in men. And, fighting high school drop out in Mississippi. Hosted...

Third District Congressman Gregg Harper on the future of Obamacare under president-elect Donald Trump. Then, obesity rates among Mississippi children in the WIC program have decreased -- according to a new study. Later, a StoryCorps conversation from Mississippi on growing up with a mixed ethnic heritage in the state. And, increasing the options -- and reducing the stigma -- for Mississippi. Hoste...

Online shopping and security tips from Mississippi Attorney General Jim Hood this Cyber Monday -- the biggest online shopping day of the year. Then, a new federal rule on overtime pay has been placed on hold. And, feeding the hungry in Mississippi this holiday season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A committee in the Mississippi Legislature has reversed its decision to conceal a contract with an education advisory company. We'll have a conversation with Attorney General Jim Hood on the subject. Then, in a sharply divided political climate, how do you keep politics away from the Thanksgiving table? And, keeping safe on one of the busiest travel weekends of the year. Hosted on Acast. See acast...

Assessing voter turnout in the most recent presidential election. Then, cooking safety over the Thanksgiving Holiday. Later, a StoryCorps conversation from Mississippi on small beginnings and big dreams. And, do healthy eating and the holidays go together? We'll find out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A change of venue has been ordered in the trial of a white Columbus police officer indicted for killing a black man last October. Then, the burn bans across the state continue and state officials warn hunters to take care. Later, a visit from the experts of Everyday Tech on shopping online this Holiday Season. And, a conversation with new Ole Miss Chancellor Jeff Vitter. Hosted on Acast. See acast...

Revamping the way the state funds public education. Then, starting -- and finishing -- college for a better way of life. Later, a look ahead at the next legislative session in January. And, it's flu season in Mississippi. Have you have your shot? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The latest on desegregating the Cleveland public schools. A meeting is being held today on that issue. Then, building a sustainable agricultural economy that brings fresh, local produce to Mississippians. And, exploring the music and culture of the Mojo Triangle in our Book Club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New restoration plans are announced on the Mississippi Gulf Coast in the wake of the BP Oil Spill. Then, protecting the rights of the elderly in nursing home disputes. Later, a Health Minute from Doctor Rick Deshazo on headaches. And, combating algae blooms with research at the Army Corps of Engineers in Vicksburg. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jackson State University has a new interim president. We'll have a conversation with former U.S. Secretary of Education Rod Paige. Then, helping children in long-term hospital care maintain their academic studies. Later, a StoryCorps conversation from Mississippi on bringing new meaning to fatherhood. And, a new marine research center opens on the Gulf Coast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

Immigrants in Mississippi are discussing what might change for them under a Donald Trump presidency. Then, a visit from the experts of Everyday Tech on the many ways you can connect to the internet. Later, closing the achievement gaps among Mississippi students. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New additions to the Wall of Honor this Veteran's Day. Then, wrapping up the series of working groups examining how state agencies spend money. Later, using the arts to heal wartime trauma. And, unveiling a new memorial honoring victims and survivors of the Holocaust. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gov. Phil Bryant gives his thoughts on a Donald Trump presidency. Then, if Obamacare is repealed, what happens to Mississippians insured under the Affordable Care Act? Later, state NAACP president Derrick Johnson on how civil rights in Mississippi could fare under Trump. And, have you had victuals lately? I bet you have. Find out more in today's Book Club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...

Analysis of Donald Trump's historic victory over Hillary Clinton in yesterday's presidential election from political strategists Austin Barbour and Brandon Jones. Then, voices of voters from the polls. And, telehealth in Mississippi. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The latest on the Kemper County Power Plant. Voting started at seven this morning across the state in one of the most hotly contested presidential races in U.S. history. We'll have Secretary of State Delbert Hoseman live in studio. Then, we'll hear from the heads of the two major parties: State Republican Chairman Joe Nosef and State Democratic Chairman Bobby Moak. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...

Tomorrow is Election Day. We'll look ahead with political science professor Kenneth Townsend live in the studio. Then, a study of African American voting patterns in Mississippi. Later, a visit from the experts of Everyday Tech on streaming services. And, a new federal grant to make more Mississippians aware of their health insurance options. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa...

State officials react to the burning and vandalism of a black church in Greenville. Then, groundbreaking on a new 1.5 billion dollar tire plant in Hinds County. Later, a new March of Dimes study shows the number of premature births in Mississippi has increased. We'll talk to the state Health Officer. And, looking at the race for state Supreme Court in the Southern District. Hosted on Acast. See ac...

Authorities are investigating a fire -- and an act of vandalism -- at an African American church in Greenville. Then, Democrats in the Legislature call for the repeal of a tax cut. Later, we'll talk with two candidates for state Supreme Court in the Northern District. And, remembering a landmark year in the city of Oxford in our Book Club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio...

Mississippi officials work to protect the integrity of next Tuesday's elections in the state. Then, a new app helps parents keep vital information about their children on hand in case they go missing. Later, a Health Minute from Doctor Rick Deshazo on knee arthritis. And, we'll hear from two candidates for state Supreme Court in the Northern District. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor...

Politicians and activists from the two major parties gear up for the last week of campaigning in Mississippi before next week's election. Later, a StoryCorps conversation from Mississippi on helping the imprisoned. And, harvesting oysters in Biloxi Bay for the first time in forty years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Drought conditions persist across the state and most counties have a burn ban in effect. Then, changing hearts and minds to have an open discussion about race and poverty in Mississippi. Later, a visit from the experts of Everyday Tech on The Cloud. And, profiling two candidates running for state Supreme Court. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An African American mother from Stone County mother speaks out about the incident where a noose was put around her son's neck at school. Then, a possible plan to revamp how public schools are funded gets a closer look. And, agriculture is the number one industry in Mississippi. What does its future look like? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

State leaders speak on whether elections in the United States are "rigged" and whether the electoral college favors some states over others. Later, the legacy -- and future -- of legal aid in Mississippi. And, find out which famous Mississippian said what in our Book Club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rates under the Affordable Care Act are going up again in Mississippi. But can tax credits help with the cost? Then, preparing for severe weather in the state during the fall and winter. Later, a Health Minute from Dr. Rick Deshazo on shortness of breath. And, navigating a complex world while providing for a person with special needs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.