Viewpoint Alabama

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.

Caroline Watson, a clinical psychology doctoral candidate in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurobiology at UAB talks about her latest research into Excessive screen exposure in adolescence. Then Patrick Hedger Director of Policy at Netchoice explores the promise and pitfalls of AI on our economy.  Finaly Tuscaloosa Schools Superintendent Mike Daria talks about a new system they are u...

UA Professor Dr. Shane Crawford remembers the devastating tornado outbreak from15 years earlier April 27, 2011.  He is working with others to create comprehensive plans to address community needs in the aftermath of natural disaster.  Then Dr. Joe Galati joins us to talk about the effects of long term space travel on the human body in light of last week’s Moon shot, and the evolvement of Alabama’s...

Isabel Vincent joins us to talk about the life and work of RFK jr, and where his Passon for healthcare and science came from.  Then David Roberts joins us to talk about the Dangers of Microplastics and offers steps you can take to improve health.  Then Work expert Jeff Civillico talks about things bosses and employees can do to improve productivity and workplace satisfaction.

DR. Lizzy Davis, assistant professor with UAB Department of Nutrition sciences tells us about new research on hoe much protein is really necessity to keep us healthy.  Then David Sampson President and CEO of APCIA gives a checklist of your home owner’s and property insurance as we move into the spring tornado season in Alabama.

Screen fast: Focus on the Family’s Paul Asay is encouraging people to take a week off from using devices for entertainment to reconnect with one another.  Then Dr Stephen Mitchell DMD professor at the UAB School of dentistry talks about the importance of Floride in the water and explains why the idea of eliminating it to save money is short sited.  

Dr. Khalilah Brown the Chief Medical Officer at Southern Research joins us to talk about the Catalyst program they are launching in Birmingham too help include people from Alabama in research that can benefit not only them but their community.  Next E.J. Snyder, the world’s #1 extreme Survivalist and author of “Emergency Home Preparedness” joins us to talk about things you can do to be prepared fo...

Dr. Chelsey Shivley with USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service talks about the threat the current HPAI outbreak poses to our Chickens and Wild Birds and what you can do to stop the spread.  Then Martin Mawyer with the Christian Action Network joins is to explore the dangers AI poses to our kids and Emily Fanous joins us to talk about overcoming Tax Preparation procrastination.

Focus on the Family Marriage counselor Glenn Lutjens offers advice on how to encourage positive communication in families about money.  Then Dr. Teresa Whited Says Covid-19 is still a serious concern for young children.  She gives the signs to look for and what to do if you are concerned.  Finaly DAV spokesperson Carol Hymes joins us to talk about next week’s virtual job fair to help connect vets...

UAB’s Dr. Martin Young explains the dangers of Daylight Saving time, and offers some solutions on how to overcome its health risks, then Lonny Haschel with eth National Safety Council says its important to stay on top of your vehicle’s safety recalls.  Finaly Alabama Congressmen Gary Palmer gives his position on our actions in Iran.

UAB Gastroenterologist Michael Passarella MD offers tips on protecting your Microbiome while taking antibiotics,  Then Lisa Fontanette from the Atlanta Field office of the IRS warns us about scams you could face while filing your taxes.  Then to kick off March and National Kidney Month, Dr. Samir M. Parikh has some important signs to watch for with Kidney Disease.

Three Alabama residents from the Gaza region debate what would be the best solution to the strife in Isreal.  While Joseph Abbott, a Christian Palestinian, Solomon Ginesberg, a Jewish man, and Hamza Abu Hamdeh all have different religious backgrounds they all agree on the importance of solving this issue in the middle east.

Will Mason creator of the Mason Music Foundation explains what his program has to offer for underprivileged students of all ages in the Birmingham area.

Radiation Oncology Accelerated Research boosters Julie Kim, Dean Giles and Kim Bunn talk about their program and fund raising.  Then Dr Andrea McKee talks about Lung cancer.  Lastly we close the show talking with  David Long, CEO of the National Electrical contractors association talks about their work to educate people for a job in the electrician trade in Alabama.

Jim Blyth Military readiness expert explains how America’s physical fitness crisis is causing a defensive readiness deficit.  The Dany Funnt, author of “Everybody Loses” exposes the truth behind online gambling.  Then AL state Rep Russell Bedsole joins us to talk about the pitfalls of early voting in the state.  We close with a conversation with Jefferson County DOT spokesperson John Papke on how...

Birmingham Attorney Greg Yaghmai talks shares his experience participating in the “World Marathon” Where he must complete 7 Marathons on Seven Continents back-to back.  He says he does this for Kulture City which serves people with Sensory and invisible disabilities. Then Clay Ingram from AAA Alabama shares winter weather preparedness tips, and Anthony Cook from Alabama Power talks about how they...