"Sean of the South" has released his eleventh book, "Will The Circle Be Unbroken?" Jon Rawl chats with the Florida-based writer, columnist, podcaster and barbecue judge. Mike Leach, head coach of the Mississippi State Bulldogs, weighs in on SEC mascots and the Netflix series "Tiger King." Also, helpful quarantine suggestions from Yall.com.
Before the 20th Century arrived cash money featured beautiful artwork from around the region. ACC insider Jonathan Leifheit shares the latest eligibility plan from the NCAA. We also have a discussion of the greatest football team for each member institution. Also, Preshias Harris shares thoughts on the passing of Joe Diffie and Jan Howard; and the coronavirus-forced cancellation of 2020 CMA Fest.
Microbiologist Dr. Dean Hart weighs in on the spreading COVID-19, especially in his native New York. Polls indicate President Trump is topping Joe Biden in the state of Florida, but trails nationwide. Wimbledon 2020 is cancelled. And we rewind for a "Barbecue Barrister" tutorial on great barbecue sauces in the South.
Country music star Joe Diffie dies of the coronavirus at age 61. 1970s LSU and Denver Broncos wide receiver Orlando McDaniel also succumbs to the virus. 1-800Accountant CEO Mike Savage discusses the new $2 trillion stimulus package and the revised tax filing day for 2019. Plus, the Toccopola Storyteller cautions us about the rising crime spree fueled by COVID-19 tension and boredom.
Budbreak in pecan trees is described as being under the interaction of chilling and heat accumulation; and this time of year is when that can happen. Willie Nelson's 70th solo studio album arrives this summer – and the title track ("First Rose Of Spring") is played. Also, we rewind to Wednesday for a portion of the interview with pro-Trump super PAC spokesman Kelly Sadler.
John O'Connor, legal analyst and the author of "Postgate," discusses his book about "Deep Throat" Mark Felt's role in the 1970s Watergate scandal. Grammy nominee Victor Wainwright, a Memphis-based blues and boogie-woogie entertainer, previews his forthcoming CD, "Memphis Loud." Also, Nick Saban opens up about what his Alabama Crimson Tide football team is doing amidst the pandemic; we also talk NBA-bound departures for Alabama's men's basketball team.
Kelly Riddell Sadler, a former White House advisor for President Trump that now works for the pro-Trump super PAC America First Action, visits with Jon Rawl. The native Yankee shares her family's challenge fighting the coronavirus in New York. Sadler also discusses the 2020 campaign awaiting Republicans. We learn about Kemp's Landing in Virginia, the first Revolutionary War battle in the South. Also, Preshias Harris discusses the weekend passing of country music icon Kenny Rogers....
Quail is a game bird available in grocery stores across Dixie. "Barbecue Barrister" Matt Heermans explains how the dark meat can be a part of delicious cuisine. Dr. Steven F. Hotze, M.D., calls in to calm an anxious region on edge with the coronavirus. The Houston doctor shares how vitamins can strengthen the body's immune system and hopefully thwart the virus' impact. Plus, Jon Rawl walks through the forthcoming races for U.S. Senate in 13 Southern states.
Kenny Rogers dies in Sandy Springs, Ga., at the age of 81. Jon Rawl and "The Toccopola Storyteller" Jerry Short salute the country music icon. Short also discusses the growing abuse by some food stamp recipients across the South – emptying grocery shelves at a time Southerners are looking for bread, eggs, milk, more. Also, BusinessInsider.com pens a noteworthy article: "Why No One Can Agree Where The South Really Is."
COVID-19 dominates the headlines, but in the 1930s the fear of tuberculosis was real. Mississippi native Jimmie Rodgers was the "Father of Country Music," and his 1931 recording of "T.B. Blues" was an ominous precursor to his own death. Also, Georgia Bulldogs alum Todd Gurley was cut by the Los Angeles Rams as NFL free agency heats up.
With the spring sports schedule halted SEC commissioner Greg Sankey took time to answer questions from the media. Black bears in Virginia are set to end hibernation. To get past the virus boredom we share the hottest selling books. And Hour 2 is an encore of the Monday (March 16) conversation with Southern storyteller Jerry Short.
Nashville grinds to a halt. Music Row insider Preshias Harris reports on the affect COVID-19 is having on country music's capital. Joe Biden emerges as a clear Democratic presidential frontrunner after thumping Bernie Sanders in the Florida party primary. Also, ACC beat writer Jonathan Leifheit shares thoughts on the conference's decision to pull the plug on athletic competition for 2019-20.
Despite more than 130 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Florida it appears the state will hold its Democratic primary. The virus has cancelled the festive St. Patrick's Day events in Savannah, Ga., and beyond. "Barbecue Barrister" Matt Heermans shares tips for cooking during the world health crisis, including Spinalis Roast. Also, Yall.com offers tips for planting in the month of March and April.
National emergency is declared over coronavirus Friday by President Trump; as personal habits and the Southern economy are hit hard. "Toccopola Storyteller" Jerry Short shares the challenge of returning his wife home from the Philippines. He also recalls enduring a four-month quarantine as a teenager. Plus, the Tennessee Titans re-sign quarterback Ryan Tannehill.
Mississippi and Missouri vote overwhelmingly for Joe Biden in the Super Tuesday II Democratic primary. Jonathan Leifheit reports on this week's ACC Men's Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C. As Nashville continues to pick up the pieces from the March 3rd tornado, Preshias Harris has the entertainment notes from Music Row. Also, discover what a candle salad is.
More than 600 cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in the U.S. Jon Rawl shares the latest news and helpful tips as the world is on edge. Voters in Mississippi and Missouri vote in today's Democratic Primary. Hummingbird season arrives in the region this month. Also, college baseball happenings and a jalapeno recipe from "Barrister" Matt Heermans.
Edutainment singer-songwriter Rick Revel discusses his unique blend of American history and entertainment. Revel has also authored the historical fiction book, "In The Hills Of Tennessee." Southern storyteller Jerry Short appears on this 400th episode of the "Y'all Show," where we reminisce about the program's June 2018 premiere. Also, Leonard Hamilton and Florida State men's basketball team capture the program's first ACC regular season title.
On this date in 1836 the Alamo in San Antonio, Texas, fell to forces of the Mexican Republic. Johnny Cash's 1963 recording of "Remember The Alamo" honors the sacrifice of Texian heroes William Travis, James Bowie, Davy Crockett, and more. And the athletic conferences of the South prepare to host college basketball conference tournaments, beginning with Saturday's Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) championship game.
Putnam County in Tennessee has a death toll climb to 18 following Tuesday's tornado outbreak. Brig. Gen. Robert S. Spalding III (USAF, Ret.) discusses his new book "Stealth War: How China Took Over While America's Elite Slept." The annual Weeki Wachee Swamp Fest is this weekend near Brooksville, Fla. Plus, South Carolina stays within its state border to enter the SEC Women's Basketball Tournament as the No. 1 seed.
A tornado outbreak in Middle Tennessee kills dozens early Tuesday morning. Joe Biden captures six of the seven Southern states in play during Super Tuesday's Democratic primaries. Also, Lee Greenwood discusses "The Hits Tour 2020" and a career that's amassed seven No. 1 singles.
Crawfish and grits are tasty combination. The "Barbecue Barrister" Matt Heermans explains. He also takes time to brag on the college baseball successes of Dallas Baptist, Mississippi, and TCU. Democrat voters in seven Southern states head to the polls this Super Tuesday – with Bernie Sanders and Joe Biden appearing to be the likely winners on this big day. And we have two confirmed coronavirus cases in the Tampa Bay area.
Joe Biden roars to victory in the South Carolina Democratic Primary. Jerry Short and Jon Rawl are together this week, as Short's wife has traveled to her native Philippines, despite the coronavirus outbreak. Also, XFL Week Four scores and Florida's first PGA Tour event of 2020 is in the books.
Leap Day 2020 is Saturday and we salute the unique occurrence with the playing of Arkansas bluesman Big Bill Broonzy's 1940 recording of "Leap Year Blues." Saturday's college basketball lineup includes Auburn at Kentucky, Texas at Texas Tech, and Florida State at Clemson. Also, Marine Corps Commandant Gen. David Berger declares war on all things Confederate.
Actor-turned-author Ed Brodow discusses his new book, "Trump's Turn: Winning The New Civil War." The SEC will have a Top 15 clash on the hardcourt of Rupp Arena this Saturday, as Kentucky hosts Auburn. Also, on Wednesday President Trump held an emergency address to the nation concerning the coronavirus outbreak.
Reba McEntire turns 65 in a few weeks and to celebrate she's just gone home to Universal Music Group Nashville, her record label for most of her star-studded career. Preshias Harris shares details on Reba's resurgence; plus she recaps the Country Radio Seminar, Garth Brooks' span of the decades, and a Jason Isbell update. Also, ACC insider Jonathan Leifheit reports on the men's and women's basketball standings, Clemson's 2020 schedule, and the piano skills of N.C. State defensive tackle Joshua H...
The Florida Gators swept the Miami Hurricanes during Week 2 of college baseball. "Barbecue Barrister" Matt Heermans begins a new assignment covering the happenings of the growing NCAA spring sport. South Carolina Democrats have a primary Saturday, the "First In The South." ZS Strategies founder Zeke Stokes, a Democratic strategist, previews the Palmetto State vote with Jon Rawl. Also, Tuscaloosa, Ala., native Deontay Wilder says he'll get back in boxing ring against Tyson Fury.
Bernie Sanders wins a third-straight time and sails into South Carolina's Feb. 29 Democratic Primary with the wind at his back. Our own "Toccopola Storyteller" Jerry Short says the folks in his neighborhood aren't exactly thrilled with a "socialist" becoming a major party's standard-bearer. College basketball's No. 1 Baylor Bears fall at home to Kansas. Also, six people are killed in a fiery wreck on I-95 south of Savannah, Ga.
George W. Johnson was the first black man in America to become a recording star. We hear the Virginia native's 1898 recording of "The Laughing Song." Baylor and Kansas meet Saturday in a Top 3 matchup of men's college basketball. Plus, several inches of snow hit the eastern portions of North Carolina and Virginia.
Beech Mountain Resort's Talia Freeman details this weekend's Retro '80s Weekend at the snow skiing destination in Western North Carolina. Next Saturday in San Antonio, W. Blake Winchell premieres a musical he penned, "Remember." Jon Rawl chats with the native Texan about his unique salute of Texas history. The Georgia Bulldogs men's basketball team sinks No. 13 Auburn. Also, we recap Wednesday night's fiery Democratic debate in Las Vegas.
Nashville hosts CRS (Country Radio Seminar) this week. Music Row insider Preshias Harris has the details. Jonathan Leifheit's ACC Report includes feedback on UNC head coach Roy Williams' meltdown in South Bend, as North Carolina now sits at 3-12 in conference play. Plus, flooding in Mississippi's capital city is causing major problems.
