Raised Red, Living Blue

MAGA Rage, Misinformation & The Death of Common Sense In this episode of Raised Red, Living Blue, Jason Will dives deep into the chaos of misinformation, MAGA outrage, and the slow death of common sense in America. What started as a simple Facebook post about community and hope spiraled into a heated comment war — and revealed just how divided we’ve become. From vaccine denial to praise for Pu...

From Segregation to Success: Larry Thornton on Race, Growth & Winning in Life In Episode 41 of Raised Red, Living Blue, Jason welcomes Larry D. Thornton Sr., a pioneer in business, art, and personal growth. Larry broke barriers as the first African American McDonald’s franchise owner in Alabama, serves on the board of Coca-Cola Bottling Company United, and is the founder of the Why Not Win Fou...

Dr. Will Boyd on Alabama’s Future: Why People Matter More Than Politics In Episode 41 of Raised Red, Living Blue Podcast, we continue our conversation with Dr. Will Boyd, a longtime civic leader, pastor, and the 2026 Democratic candidate for Governor of Alabama. This second part of the interview goes deeper into Dr. Boyd’s vision for the state, focusing on how jobs, education, and faith intersect...

Why Dr. Will Boyd Is Running for Governor of Alabama in 2026 | Part 1 In Episode 40 of Raised Red, Living Blue Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Will Boyd, a servant-leader, pastor, academic, and the 2026 Democratic candidate for Governor of Alabama, to discuss why he decided to run and what he hopes to accomplish if elected. In this episode, we explore:— What drives Dr. Boyd’s public service journey...

From Marriage to Motherhood to Coming Out: Becca McGee’s Story In this episode, Sloane sits down with Becca McGee—podcaster, salon owner, mom, and manifesting queen—for a raw and honest conversation about identity, community, and healing. Becca opens up about her journey of coming out after marriage, navigating motherhood, sobriety, and creating safe spaces for the queer community in Birmingham th...

From Smear Campaigns to Speaking Out: Why We Won’t Stay SilentIn Episode 38 of Raised Red, Living Blue, Sloane Rhoden and Jason Will tackle one of the most explosive weeks in American politics. From the assassination of Charlie Kirk and the weak responses from political leaders, to the weaponization of their own podcast in a smear campaign, they explore how division, fear, and propaganda are threa...

The Truth About Alabama’s IVF Ruling: A Conversation with AshLeigh Dunham and English Layman In this episode of Raised Red, Living Blue, Sloane welcomes back English Layman and introduces Ashleigh Dunham, candidate for Associate Justice of the Alabama Supreme Court. Together, they dive into the fallout from Alabama’s controversial IVF ruling, exploring how it impacts women, families, and healthcar...

The Power of Women in Politics: Liz Lane’s Vision for Hoover, AL In Episode 33 of Raised Red, Living Blue Podcast, Sloan and Jason welcome Liz Lane, a first-time candidate running for Hoover City Council, Place 3. Liz opens up about her journey from artist and small business owner to political candidate—and why she believes women must step into leadership roles now more than ever. In this episode,...

Alabama’s New Political Voice: Landon Britton on Youth, Change & Courage At just 26 years old, Landon Britton is stepping into Alabama politics with a bold message: it’s time for a new generation of leaders. In this episode of Raised Red, Living Blue, Landon shares why he chose to run for Alabama House District 21, the challenges of being a young candidate, and what real change could look like...

Building a Better Hoover: Liz Lane on Education, Arts & GrowthIn Part 2 of our interview with Liz Lane, candidate for Hoover City Council Place 3, we explore her vision for a stronger, more inclusive Hoover. Liz discusses:— The urgent need to address flooding and promote sustainable growth— Protecting education, resources for students, and support for Title 1 schools— The importance of arts an...

Trump’s First 200 Days: The Good, The Bad & The WTF with Justin Jones In Episode 32 of Raised Red, Living Blue, host Jason Will sits down with returning guest Justin Jones to dissect Donald Trump’s first 200 days of his second term. From the chaos of Project 2025 and the politicization of government to manipulated economic data and environmental rollbacks, Jason and Justin dig deep into the po...

The Cost of Speaking Out: Pride, Politics, and Losing FollowersIn Episode 31 of Raised Red, Living Blue, Jason and Sloane reconnect for a heartfelt conversation reflecting on Pride Month, visibility, and the fight for inclusion in a politically divided South. Sloan shares powerful takeaways from the podcast’s Pride episodes—ranging from chosen family and shared trauma to the importance of storytel...

Showing Up Loud and Queer in Alabama — A Raw Conversation with Jamie Miller & Joey Morris In Episode 30 of Raised Red, Living Blue, we’re joined by Jamie Miller and Joey Morris — two queer Alabamians who are showing up, speaking out, and refusing to leave the places that shaped them. Both raised in deeply conservative Southern communities, Jamie and Joey open up about what it means to challeng...

“My Pastor Called Me In” | Jamie & Joey Share Raw Coming Out Journeys In this deeply personal Pride Month special of Raised Red, Living Blue, hosts sit down with longtime friends Jamie Miller and Joey Morris for a powerful conversation about growing up queer in the South — and everything that comes with it. From church trauma and being outed by a flip phone text — to riding in rain-filled conv...

“I Lost 3,000 Followers—And I Don’t Regret It”: Lindsay Sport Gets RealIn this vulnerable and electrifying episode of Raised Red, Living Blue, we sit down with the dynamic Lindsay Sport—a former athlete, small-town Alabama native, and now unapologetic advocate—for an honest conversation about sports, queerness, politics, and personal transformation. Lindsay opens up about how playing sports, espec...

Pride Month Special: Lindsay Sport on Owning Her Queer IdentityIn this special Pride Month episode of Raised Red, Living Blue, we’re honored to sit down with Lindsay Sport—a powerful voice who shares her coming out story, her journey of self-discovery, and what it means to embrace queerness in deeply conservative spaces. Lindsay opens up about growing up in an evangelical home, wrestling with sham...

God, Guilt & Getting Out: What It Means to Deconstruct in the Deep South In this moving and cathartic episode of Raised Red, Living Blue, Jason sits down with Kat O’Neil—Alabamian, political advocate, and survivor of religious trauma—for a raw conversation about what it means to untangle faith, identity, and shame in the American South. Kat shares what it was like growing up in an evangelical...

In this intellectually rich and refreshingly honest episode, Raised Red, Living Blue welcomes back Justin Jones—former pastor and writer behind Dispatches from Alabama—for a deep conversation on religion, power, and the myth of a Christian America. From the influence of the Enlightenment to the weaponization of masculine Christianity, this episode explores: 🔍 Key Topics: — Why the U.S. was never...

Voting Against Yourself: MAGA Hypocrisy, Delusion & Denial with Tracey StillmanIn this fiery and candid episode of Raised Red, Living Blue, co-hosts Jason and Sloane are joined by Texas-based loan officer Tracey Stillman, who was raised in a conservative household and now identifies as proudly blue. Together, they unpack the disconnect between MAGA beliefs and everyday reality—from inflation m...

MAGA vs. Jesus: Christianity Hijacked by Nationalism In this thought-provoking episode, Raised Red, Living Blue welcomes Justin Jones, a former pastor and faith-rooted political writer, to unpack the growing tension between Christianity and MAGA nationalism. With honesty and depth, Justin shares his spiritual and political journey—from growing up Southern Baptist in Tennessee to challenging the Ch...

The Economy’s Not Fine, Donald: The True Cost of Trump's Trade War In Episode 22 of Raised Red, Living Blue, Sloane and Jason unpack the growing economic anxiety in America, from empty shelves and rising prices to Trump's out-of-touch "two dolls" comment. They dive into the real-world impact of tariffs through the story of an Iowa soybean farmer whose entire business depends on C...

Why America’s Democracy Is in Danger: Project 2025, Pro-Natalism, and Authoritarianism In this intense episode of Raised Red, Living Blue, Sloane Rhoden and Jason Will take a deep dive into the frightening shifts happening across the U.S.—from the dangerous influence of Project 2025 to the GOP’s obsession with pro-natalism and the steady creep of authoritarianism into our daily lives. 🔥 Key Topic...

From Ukraine to Alabama: How Trump’s Authoritarianism Is Creeping InIn this fiery episode of Raised Red, Living Blue, Jason Will is joined once again by real estate agent and returning guest Jason Patton for a deep, emotional, and unapologetically honest look at America’s political unraveling. From the Trump recession to Supreme Court defiance, from MAGA loyalty to the global rise in authoritarian...

Trump’s Trade Game Is Failing Small Business—Here’s How In this episode of Raised Red, Living Blue, we'll unpack the real impact of Trump’s tariff proposals—on families, small businesses, and the American economy. With raw honesty and sharp commentary, they call out the misinformation, fear-based politics, and rising tide of misogyny and anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric taking hold across conservative cir...

How a Marine Corps Veteran Left the GOP After Facing the Truth In this deeply personal episode, Jason sits down with Thomas Poole—a Marine Corps veteran and lifelong conservative raised in a Southern military family—to explore the slow, painful, and eye-opening journey from red to blue. Thomas shares his story of growing up in a Republican household, idolizing Reagan, and believing Fox News fear t...