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AR-15s are a hot topic these days and our "Toccopola Storyteller" Jerry Short has his expert take on the gun debate.  College football had some exciting upsets in Week 3, including FCS foe The Citadel's defeat of ACC member Georgia Tech.  Plus, we have the list of the "9 Fattest States in America."

No. 2 Alabama enters SEC play on the road at Williams-Brice Stadium against South Carolina and its freshman quarterback Ryan Hilinski.  The Palmetto State's other Power 5 program, No. 1 Clemson, heads north to Syracuse for redemption in the Carrier Dome.  Also, the Rice Owls welcome the Texas Longhorns to NRG Stadium and the Memphis Tigers visit the South Alabama Jaguars.

SEC Network host Peter Burns discusses his five-year tenure at the Charlotte-based outlet and his thoughts on this weekend's Southeastern Conference gridiron action.  Mount Airy, N.C., is the hometown of one of television's most familiar faces; and later this month the city hosts its 30th Mayberry Days.  The Andy Griffith Museum's Abigail S. Linville drops by to preview the fun.  Pl...

Mack Brown and North Carolina are now 2-0 on the new season.  CBS Sports Digital's Jonathan Leifheit is impressed with what's going on in Chapel Hill – while bewilderment continues for a struggling Florida State program – during this week's ACC Report.  Preshias Harris reports on a musical salute to Earl Thomas Conley that drew Blake Shelton and Luke Bryan to it.  And we remember th...

Andrew Langer, host of the "Andrew Langer Show" on Baltimore's WBAL-AM 1090 and president of the Institute for Liberty, is this week's Southern Political Spotlight.  On Monday Night Football, the New Orleans Saints inched over the crossbar with a walk-off win against the Houston Texans.  We have the field set for NASCAR's Playoffs.  And great news for the capsized "Golden Ray" cargo...

"Toccopola Storyteller" Jerry Short was the victim of a crime spree over the weekend; and from a law enforcement perspective the Mississippi town he lives in may not have progressed since the 1950s.  Jon Rawl recaps the NFL and NCAA fun from the weekend.  Also, we learn all about the South's oysters, Another Broken Egg Cafe, and Epicure's Southern Baked Gluten Free Crumb Mix. 

No. 1 Clemson hosts Texas A&M in a clash of ACC-SEC.  The Bayou Bengals of LSU head to Austin for a Top 10 battle with the Texas Longhorns.  "General Gridiron" returns for his humorous take on the weekend's lineup of college football clashes.  Also, several FCS programs endured hardship this week as Hurricane Dorian hit the South's Atlantic coast.

South Carolina feels the impact of Category 3 Hurricane Dorian.  We have the latest updates from the Lowcountry, as the storm moves north along the Palmetto State's coast.  The SEC Report includes audio from Tennessee football coach Jeremy Pruitt, whose Vols lost against Georgia State in Week 1 and have now had two departures from the program.  Also, AL.com writer Matt Wake pens "Th...

The Carolinas brace for the arrival of Hurricane Dorian.  Mack Brown helped lead the North Carolina Tar Heels to one of their most thrilling win in years during Week 1; and our ACC scribe Jonathan Leifheit debates whether a resurgent UNC can topple Miami this weekend.  Plus, country music insider Preshias Harris reports on Craig Morgan's comeback CD, new trophies for Billy Ray Cyrus, and...

Category 5 Hurricane Dorian pummels The Bahamas on its way westward to the Southeast coast.  Jon Rawl has the latest hurricane alerts and info to help those in need.  OU's Jalen Hurts and the Big 12's debut was a success, as reported by insider Matt Heermans.  The Barrister also lets us in on his rib recipe for college football's opening weekend.  Plus, we have the the list of...

Boston College hosts Virginia Tech in Chestnut Hill. Oklahoma welcomes Houston and new coach Dana Holgorsen. This opening weekend also features South Carolina-North Carolina, Georgia-Vanderbilt and Mississippi-Memphis.

Hurricane Dorian gains strength and is expected to hit the South's Atlantic coast.  We share preparedness tips as the region plans to evacuate.  Americana music newcomer Callie McCullough discusses her newfound Southernism and her sparkling debut single, "Five Dollar Pearls." Plus, our SEC Spotlight includes comments from Alabama coach Nick Saban and Auburn skipper Gus Malzahn.

Jason Aldean hits No. 1 on the country radio chart with "Rearview Town."  Preshias Harris reports from Music Row on the Georgian's latest chart-topper, Tanya Tucker's first CD in 17 years, and Carly Pearce's new video series.  The ACCN's first game arrives Thursday night and CBS Sports Digital's Jonathan Leifheit prepares us for Clemson-Georgia Tech at Death Valley.  Also, scupperno...

Matt Heermans, the "Barrister of Bodacious Barbecue," adds "Barrister of Big 12 Football" to his duties.  While you get your grill out this opening weekend of college football, the Oklahoma Sooners have a pesky Houston Cougars squad sneaking into Norman.  And in this week's Southern Political Report, new polling suggests a three-way tie atop the Democratic race for president in 2020.

Chick-fil-A and Popeyes launch a chicken sandwich skirmish on social media.  Toccopola storyteller Jerry Short has worked a plethora of odd jobs – included jailer at the county jail.  Rory McIlroy picks up $15 million for winning the FedEx Cup at Atlanta's East Lake Golf Club. Also, we have a newly named storm (Dorian) circulating in the tropical Atlantic.

The Tour Championship in Atlanta is the PGA Tour's final tournament for 2018–19.  Jason Nall returns to talk about the potential winner at East Lake Golf Club; as well as Mississippi hosting the U.S. Women's Amateur and a Magnolia State native winning the Amateur Championship at Pinehurst Resort.  Plus, as Jon Rawl concludes his summer broadcasts from South Carolina we play a Grand Stran...

South Carolina welcomes Jon Rawl and the "Y'all Show" back for a few more episodes before summer ends.  Will Muschamp, head coach of the Palmetto State's flagship university, discusses roster moves for the Gamecocks.  We also have audio from Vanderbilt coach Derek Mason and Auburn coach Gus Malzahn.  Plus, what Southern state is No. 2 in the nation for "friendliest state"?

Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren are among the Democratic contenders for president that made their way to Atlanta for a chance to speak at the Black Church PAC event at the Georgia International Convention Center.  "Barbecue Barrister" Matt Heermans continues his pork discussion with insider tips on cooking bacon in the oven.  Plus, Heermans shares his knowledge of Big 12 football as...

Kathleen Blanco, Louisiana's first woman governor and the Pelican State's chief executive during 2005's Hurricane Katrina, dies at age 76.  "Toccopola Storyteller" Jerry Short reports on his experience attending last week's candlelight vigil at Graceland to honor the memory of Elvis Presley.  Plus, former Texas Longhorn running back and 2004 Doak Walker winner Cedric Benson dies in a motorcycle cr...

Elvis Presley died on this date 42 years ago.  We salute the "King" with one of his most-Southern songs.  The SEC releases its preseason team and it's loaded with Alabama Crimson Tide players.  Also, food is on a lot of Southerners minds as we sort through the fun on "Hashtag Hullabaloo."

Kirby Smart, Jeremy Pruitt, Jimbo Fisher and Joe Moorhead address the media as their respective SEC teams are just two weeks away from kicking off the 2019 season.  Severe heat claims the life of an elderly Mississippian.  Plus, country music newcomer SaraBeth discusses her days waitressing tables in Texas, graduating from Baylor University, and her decision to make records in Nashville.

Yall.com editor Clark Shelton returns to preview the website's new feature stories; including Kentucky bourbon, Chick-fil-A macaroni and the South's best college football traditions.  Preshias Harris reports on Blake Shelton's No. 1 party for "God's Country."  Plus, the Florida State Seminoles football team packed its teepee and traveled south to Bradenton for three days of drills at IMG...

Baylor University football coach Matt Rhule discusses the Bears' quarterback depth as the Big 12 program preps for the season opener against in-state foe Stephen F. Austin.  The barbecue guru Matt Heermans has his own thoughts on college football – and bacon, too.  Also, our Southern political focus this week includes audio from Attorney General William Barr, U.S. Sen. Tim Scott (R–S.C.)...

ICE agents in Mississippi take 680 illegal aliens into custody.  Jerry Short discusses the raid and his own experience working with undocumented workers in past decades.  Sleeping porches are a Southern tradition created for a pragmatic solution.  Also, injuries and defections are creating big problems for the region's Power Five college football programs in the days leading up to 2...

South Carolina angler John Gardenhire returns to talk wildlife fun with the Y'all Show's outdoors correspondent Cleve Marsh.  Little Richard is the self-proclaimed "Father of Rock and Roll" and a native of Macon, Ga.  We salute the 86-year-old living legend with his 1955 classic, "Tutti Frutti." Plus, the Tennessee Volunteers have a starter on the defensive line out for the year due to injury.