Kevin Harvick wins his 50th NASCAR race at Sunday's 2020 reboot at Darlington Raceway in South Carolina. Jon Rawl shares a few jokes to get things kicked off with a smile. Two Southern legends died over the weekend: Phyliss George and Fred Willard. Also, Jerry Short talks about Elvis Presley and some of his favorite shoes.
Missouri Bootheel native Sheryl Crow stormed on the Rock and Roll scene in the 1990s. We hear the first No. 1 song for the Mizzou alumnae and former music teacher. NASCAR revs up again Sunday afternoon at Darlington Raceway in South Carolina. Plus, a "ICMYI: In Case Y'all Missed It" snippet from World War II author Dean Reuter and his book, "The Hidden Nazi."
Alabama Mountain Lakes – from Florence to Scottsboro, Huntsville to Cullman – is our third "Spring Swing" virtual tour stop. We hear from North Alabama personalities Chris Lilly, of Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q; Brenda Cantrell, of Unclaimed Baggage Center; Judy Hood, of GunRunner Boutique Hotel; and Melea Hames, of VisitNorthAlabama.com. Plus, host Jon Rawl shares the latest headlines from across the South.
Clemson spent $85,000, mostly on food, for a football recruiting weekend. ACC insider Jonathan Leifheit weighs in on the high cost of today's major college athletics. Maren Morris has a new baby boy, a new song at radio, and hopes to tour to summer. Music Row insider Preshias Harris reports on the talented Texan and other happenings in Nashville. Also, what states in the South have an official Confederate Memorial Day?
Georgians go to the polls for a primary on June 9, but the hotly contested Doug Collins-Kelly Loeffler-Raphael Warnock special election won't be held until November 3. The Barbecue Barrister returns for an intellectual conversation concerning high humidity and cooking a pig. Matt Heermans also discussed his Mother's Day weekend cooking agenda. Also, Major League Baseball inches closer to a July first pitch.
States across the South are unrigging the grip on whether businesses have to remain shuttered during the coronavirus pandemic. Northern Virginia-based attorney and author Dean Reuter discusses his new World War II-themed book, "The Hidden Nazi." And the Toccopola Storyteller returns to memorialize Rock and Roll legend Little Richard; and to salute the last '50s music icon still alive: Jerry Lee Lewis.
Nolton turns 10 today and we help the young Southern humorist celebrate his big day; and it's his final day of 4th grade, to boot. Conway Twitty's 1979 smash "Happy Birthday Darlin'" is a nice tune to help get the youngster's weekend started right. The NFL releases the 2020 schedule, which assumes there will be a 2020 schedule. Also, we rewind to Monday for a brief ICYMI snippet of our conversation with Georgia actress Jena Sims.
Auburn-Opelika Tourism hosts the second stop of the virtual Yall.com Spring Swing 2020 Tour. We hear from popular restaurants The Hound and The Depot, get an inside glimpse of The Hotel At Auburn University, and we learn more about these communities in East Alabama from tourism official Anthony Terling. Plus, recruiting news about the hometown Auburn Tigers on this week's SEC Report.
87-year-old Willie Nelson has a lot things going on despite a worldwide pandemic. Preshias Harris shares all of the country music notes from Nashville. Don Shula died this week at 90; Miami Dolphins Hall of Fame quarterback Dan Marino has released a statement on his longtime football coach and friend. ACC insider Jonathan Leifheit reports on the largest financial gift ever to the North Carolina Tar Heels football program. And an unusual derecho storm passed through Middle Tennessee on Sunday.
Pets can use a little TLC during the pandemic and Yall.com has great advice for the owners of four-legged creatures. ReactionaryTimes.com editorial director Julio Rivera shares his #ConservaRican philosophy in this week's Southern Political Report. Also, the "Barbecue Barrister" breaks down the potential problem with meat shortages, and the glory of delicious fried popcorn shrimp.
"Sharknado" and "Attack Of The 50 Foot Cheerleader" actress Jena Sims checks in from Jupiter, Fla. The Georgia native has been busy appearing in films and TV shows the last decade; and has made headlines recently for butchering boyfriend Brooks Koepka's hair while trapped together during the coronavirus. The "Toccopola Storyteller" recalls the dozens of jobs he's worked since the 1960s. Plus, the Arkansas Derby was held Saturday at Oaklawn Park in Hot Springs, Ark.
Workers rights advocate Florence Reese (1900–1986), of Sharps Chapel, Tenn., wrote a song ("Which Side Are You On?") that is recognized as one of the top May Day songs. East Tennessee State Buccaneers coach Steve Forbes is picked to be the head basketball skipper at Wake Forest. Also, what three Southern victuals would you want to have during quarantine?
Kirkus Reviews has served up "12 Books That Will Help You Get Through Quarantine." We have a precursory glimpse of a forthcoming "Spring Swing" visit to East Alabama, as The Hotel At Auburn University is spotlighted. And we rewind to Hour 2 of the April 16 episode for the second hour of today's show.
The Statler Brothers' bass singer Harold Reid dies at 80 in his native Staunton, Va. Preshias Harris shares memories of the group that sang "Flowers On The Wall," "Hello Mary Lou," and many more. Jonathan Leifheit has the scoop on possible coaching candidates for Wake Forest men's basketball after Danny Manning is fired over the weekend. Yall.com has helpful stories posted. Also, Austin resident Matthew McConaughey actually makes a lot of coronavirus sense during a new interview with 247Sports' ...
Matt Moore has penned his fourth book, "Serial Griller." The Atlanta native shares his story with Jon Rawl and "Barbecue Barrister" Matt Heermans. Texas teen and 11th Grade author Gracie Dix drops by on National Superhero Day 2020 to promote her latest book, "Welcome To Superhero School." Also, longtime New Orleans attorney and Holocaust survivor Rene Lehmann dies at 94.
The Cowboys, Buccaneers and Panthers are among the NFL teams rated highest with their selections in the 2020 NFL Draft. Georgia opened some businesses back up Friday and TV personality Steve Harvey's not a big fan of Gov. Brian Kemp's decision. Also, Jerry Short drops by for a "Toccopola Storyteller" report on wearing hats and dealing with coronavirus hair.
Big & Rich release a public service announcement to help during the coronavirus relief effort, "Stay Home." Josh Pastner and the Georgia Tech men's basketball program are beefing up the roster in Atlanta with transfer players. Also, does the South have the elusive chupacabra creature roaming around?
Yall.com's “Spring Swing 2020” tour goes virtual and Crystal River, Fla., is the first stop. Discover Crystal River director John Pricher, Plantation on Crystal River general manager Michael Mancke, and Hunter Springs Kayaks owner Dave Perry all discuss the natural beauty, Southern hospitality and sheer variety emanating from the “Manatee Capital of the World.” Plus, Jon Rawl has SEC news and notes on Day 1 of the 2020 NFL Draft.
Lynn Anderson (1947–2015) was the first country music female to have crossover success. The "Rose Garden" singer's daughter, Lisa Sutton, drops by the show to promote several forthcoming projects that will perpetuate Anderson's legacy. Current hitmaker Taylor Swift announces she will cancel all 2020 obligations. Preshias Harris reports from Music Row. Clemson has a rare decommit from the 2021 football recruiting class. And, how to make a Cheerwine Poke Cake.
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp announces his state will start opening up – albeit smartly and safely – on Friday. The NFL Draft prepares to have its virtual first round on Thursday night. South Alabama Jaguars play-by-play voice J.D. Byars drops by to discuss the new Hancock Whitney Stadium on the Mobile campus, 2020 thoughts, and a look around the Sun Belt Conference. Also, potato salad, Creole seasoning and Charleston cuisine conversation from "Barbecue Barrister" Matt Heermans.
Gamezies president and co-founder Will Canterbury is a Tennessee entrepreneur that's coupling his love of college sports with a market for collegiate-branded pacifiers for toddlers. A Kentucky woman asks the important question, "Is Kentucky a Southern or Midwestern state (or commonwealth)?" And the Toccopola Storyteller returns with thoughts on the COVID-19 stimulus check totaling $1,200; and how he was once handcuffed to a pole inside the Douglasville (Ga.) city jail.
Tim Atwood, a keyboardist that spent 25 years playing working in the Grand Ole Opry's house band, discusses his career. Wake Forest head football coach Dave Clawson volunteers to forfeit 10 percent of his salary during the COVID-`19 pandemic. And host Jon Rawl announces the planned June 11 restart date and shortened schedule for the PGA Tour.
Shane Owens touts his new Joe Diffie-written single hitting country radio, "Love Me To Death." The Samson, Ala., singer also shares his quarantine lifestyle with host Jon Rawl. Mississippi State Bulldogs insider Jeremiah Short, co-host of the "Black Dawgs Sports Podcast," discusses the recent Mike Leach "noose controversy," adjustments in Starkville, and expectations for the rest of the SEC. Also, the coronavirus has caused a major drop-off for the region's tourism industry.
Preshias Harris shares tidbits on 88-year-old birthday girl Loretta Lynn's Patsy Cline-inspired book, "Me & Patsy Kickin' Up Dust." Chattanooga native and veteran actor Leslie Jordan is back in Hamilton County, Tenn., apparently having fun on social media while quarantined. And ACC insider Jonathan Leifheit (CBS Sports Digital | 247Sports.com) reports on a Florida State offensive lineman's recent recovery from the coronavirus.
Grills come in six major options: open, closed, vessel, rotisserie, smoker and campfire. Matt Heermans, the "Barbecue Barrister," shares his insight on the grill choices. More details emerge on the deadly tornado outbreak that killed more than 20 Southerners. Plus, we share info on the projected amount of Atlantic Ocean hurricanes forecast for 2020.
Restaurants will have an uphill climb getting back to pre-coronavirus success. Jon Rawl explains in this week's Southern Business Report. Tornadoes wreaked havoc across the Mid-South on Easter Sunday. A QuizCow trivia feature determines if "You're a Southern Belle or a Yankee Doodle Darlin'?" And the "Toccopola Storyteller" relays his current stay-at-home habits and the memories of his bread delivery man career back in the 1960s.
Jonathan Leifheit has the ACC update, including Clemson head football coach Dabo Swinney's proclamation of "zero doubt" college football will start on time. Georgia Tech alumnus Bobby Jones created Augusta National Golf Club and its now-postponed Masters tournament. Also, Preshias Harris has the news from Nashville's Music Row.
Pimento cheese sandwiches at The Masters were scheduled to be served this week. "Barbecue Barrister" explains how you can recreate your own tasty sandwich at home. Sen. Kelly Loeffler (R–Ga.) continues to make headlines for alleged insider trading stemming from the coronavirus pandemic. Also, "Mr. Tiger" Al Kaline, a world champion member of the 1968 Detroit Tigers and a Maryland native, dies at 85.
New Orleans Saints legendary placekicker Tom Dempsey dies from #COVID-19 complications at 73. "Toccopola Storyteller" Jerry Short shares his confinement tales; and how cattle can get the fatal disease of blackleg. Plus, Conde Nast Traveller unveils the "Friendliest Cities In America."
College football's chance of being played in Fall 2020 is currently being evaluated by conferences and the NCAA. Jan Howard died March 28 at age 91. The Grand Ole Opry regular recorded "My Son" in 1968 as a tribute to her son serving in the Vietnam War. And we rewind to Monday for an encore of some of our conversation with 1-800Accountant CEO Mike Savage.
