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Mathieu Cailler, author of the new book of short stories "Forest For The Trees & Other Stories," calls to talk about his array of writing.  "The Toccopola Storyteller" returns to review the most-popular and the wise choices for Christmas trees in the South.  Patrick McHenry, the recent Speaker pro tempore of the U.S. House of Representatives, announces that he will not seek reelectio...

Tornadoes touch down in Tennessee on Saturday, killing at least six.  SouthernLiving.com shares a number of ways to make your Christmas tree a Southern Christmas tree.  Easy and simple Christmas cookies are in the mix today.  Plus, some good Jeff Foxworthy-inspired laughter two weeks away from St. Nick's arrival.

Brenda Lee's "I'm Sorry," recorded in 1960, is played as the 4-foot-7-inch country music legend is celebrated during one of the biggest weeks in her life.  Four police officers in Decatur, Alabama, are in trouble after details from a September fatal shooting become available. And, Paul Hare, of The Hare Financial Group, reports on the just-released job numbers for November.

Chris Christie tears into primary hopefuls on the debate stage in Tuscaloosa, as the fourth GOP debate was held Wednesday night.  Hanukkah begins at sunset this evening, lasting until Dec. 15.  We remember the anniversary of the Pearl Harbor attack.  Keifer Engles drops-in with a college football conversation.  Plus, South Carolina superfan "Gamecock Jesus:" dies at age 70.

Brenda Lee's "Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree" is atop the Billboard chart, 65 years after it was first recorded.  We also fete fellow female singers Wanda Jackson and Helen Cornelius on today's show. We share 20 delicious neck bone recipes from GlouriousRecipes.com. CVS is changing its prescriptions policy. Also, the University of Alabama welcomes the fourth GOP debate.

Warfare in Yemen, Israel and the Gaza Strip, as well as Ukraine. "The Toccopola Storyteller" Jerry Short analyzes how this bloodshed is dampening spirits in the weeks before Christmas.  SouthernLiving.com has a great biscuit analysis feature.  Maryland native Nora Roberts has another romance read on the best-seller list, as "Inheritance" debuts at No. 3 in fiction.  Plus,  Penn...

Florida State is left out of the College Football Playoff.  Keifer Engles returns to discuss the Seminoles' snub; but to also praise two teams that won their respective conferences to advance to the CFP: the Big 12's Texas Longhorns and the SEC's Alabama Crimson Tide.  A listener wants to know if the Lone Star State of Texas is a Southern state.  And, a tribute to 1970s national TV...

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and California Gov. Gavin Newsom debate in Alpharetta, Georgia.  MarthaStewart.com has an insightful article about getting your house to smell like Christmas.  The Hare Financial Group's Paul Hare reviews the sales numbers from Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Plus, with the twelfth month of the year's arrival we play Merle Haggard's 1973 classic, "If We Make It T...

700th episode.  Jon Rawl is in a celebratory mood as guests like Keifer Engles drop by to share the fun.  Engles also discusses college football's championship weekend, as Georgia meets Alabama for SEC supremacy, and Texas and Oklahoma State collide for the Big 12 title.  Pecans in Arkansas, oysters in Virginia, and bluegrass music in Wetumpka, Alabama, will all be on the social cal...

Anna Faris turns 47 today.  The Baltimore-born actress reveals fun things from her 2008 film, "The  House Bunny."  We share the history of the Christian hymn "Blessed Assurance." Convicted murderer Alex Murdaugh spoke Tuesday  to the victims of his financial fraud crime while being sentenced to 27 years in a Beaufort, South Carolina, courthouse. Also, tips on canning from YouTu...

Yelp releases its top cheeseburger joint in each state, and Stamps Super Burgers is tops in Mississippi.  Jerry Short, "The Toccopola Storyteller," discusses the importance of men's and women's fashion in the South.  Plus, the NFL's Carolina Panthers fire coach Frank Reich 11 games into his first year with the team; while college football coach Rick Stockstill is terminated at Middle Ten...

Bad drivers are not paying attention to the rules of the road – specifically passing improperly on one-lane roads.  FoodNetwork.com has a helpful way for you reuse Thanksgiving leftovers.  Mississippi State University turns to a former University of Mississippi offensive assistant (Jeff Lebby) to lead the Bulldogs in 2024.  Plus, a healthy dose of information on lavender – a great f...

Paul Hare talks money markets and more as Thanksgiving arrives.  Rivalry Week is here, and "Pigskin Prognosticator" Keifer Engles examines Texas Tech at Tech, Mississippi at Mississippi State, and Kentucky at Louisville. We discuss the 60th anniversary of John F. Kennedy's assassination in Dallas.  Also, a deep dive into Baskin-Robbins' Turkey Cake ice cream treat.

Soaring costs are on "Toccopola Storyteller" Jerry Short's mind, as he recalls the days a Coca-Cola would cost five cents.  Joe Biden turned 81 on Monday. After the candles were blown out the president discovered his latest poll numbers are shrinking among key demographics. FoodNetwork.com has the timely "83 Best Thanksgiving Appetizer Recipes and Ideas" posted.  Plus, University of Flor...

Rosalynn Carter, former First Lady and a longtime humanitarian alongside her husband of nearly 80 years, dies in Plains, Georgia, at the age of 96.  We have lots of early Black Friday deals to share, courtesy of ZDNET.com.  Dr. John, Duane Allman and Josh Turner are among the the musicians celebrating birthdays today.  Also, a tasty chicken pot pie recipe from Tasty.co.

Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley battle for the silver medal during Wednesday's third GOP presidential debate. Meanwhile, frontrunner Donald Trump had Arkansas Gov. Sarah Sanders introduce him at a counter-programming rally in nearby Hialeah, Florida.  The six-month actors strike appears to be over.  Keifer Engles previews the weekend's massive college football showdowns.  Also, we have...

Abortion Revenge.  Voters in Virginia and Kentucky stick it to Republicans on Election Night, as Andy Beshear is reelected governor of Kentucky, and the Virginia General Assembly returns to Democrat-controlled.  Lauren Alaina celebrates 29, today; and 2008 Heisman Trophy-winner Sam Bradford also has a big day.  Plus, Veterans Day deals from Military.com.

Fashion is on "Toccopola Storyteller" Jerry Short's mind this week.  Today is Election Day, as voters in Kentucky and Mississippi decide whether to keep their respective governors for a second term.  WalletHub.com has released the fun article, "Most Fun Cities In The U.S.," and Dixie is well-represented.  Plus, we share creative ways to take care of leftover Halloween candy.

Priscilla Presley sits down for a powerful interview with Piers Morgan. We hear a sample of that, including the generosity of Elvis Presley.  Pickles are available to order online in a variety of flavorings from pickle-makers across the region.  Also, on this date in history Abraham Lincoln was elected President of the United States – his 39 percent popular vote enough to emerge victorio...

Vanilla Ice, who was both Texas and Florida raised, became the first rapper to have a No. 1 on the Billboard 200 on this day in 1990.  Paul Hare throws the flag on Jerome Powell's decision this week to "hold" The Fed from changing interest rates.  We discover Edie Wadsworth, a Texas family practice physician that has shifted careers into the life coach business.  Plus, we have a yum...

Texas Rangers to the top!  Dallas-Fort Worth's MLB team captures its first baseball crown with a 5-0 Game 5 rout of Arizona, with North Carolina native Corey Seager pickup up World Series MVP honors.  Keifer Engles shares the weekend's big battles in college football.  We learn about the "Booty Patrol" running afoul in Florida.  Also, the expectant Riley Keough, Elvis Presley's...

Ed Helms is an Atlanta native that has surged to comedic popularity with roles on "The Office" and in the blockbuster film "The Hangover."  Clemson football coach Dabo Swinney goes off on a phone caller from Spartanburg.  Also, on this date in history an attempted assassination of President Harry Truman happened in 1950.

John Grisham has the sequel to "The Firm" atop the New York Times' best-sellers list: "The Exchange." We hear from the Southern writer that has sold more than 400 million books throughout his 30-plus year writing career. Halloween provides "Toccopola Storyteller" Jerry Short a chance to reflect on scary, creepy true tales of yesteryear.  Also, what's going on with Gov. Ron DeSantis' slipping...

Cold weather, including freezing temps, arrive for many Southern states this week. Vice President Kamala Harris confidently stated that she and President Biden will win 2024's race when appearing Sunday on "60 Minutes."  We tell you about the minor league hockey team Savannah Ghost Pirates and their sparkling new Enmarket Arena.  Plus, a tasty recipe for Southern-styled pickled pigs' fee...

Van Zant, consisting of Southern rock brother Johnny and Donnie Van Zant, have recorded the Gov. Ron DeSantis-inspired tune, "Sweet Florida."  On this date in history, The Pinckney Treaty was signed, which established Spanish Florida's border with a then-fledgling United States.  Paul Hare updates the latest from Wall Street.  And we have plenty of food items to talk about today: on...