On this episode, Bryan Dawson breaks down the final day of the legislative session and the major decisions that shaped its outcome.

From the closed primaries debate to controversial moves surrounding key legislation, we dive into what happened behind the scenes—and why it matters moving forward. Was this a missed opportunity for conservatives? Or a strategic political move?

This episode is a fast-paced, high-level breakdown of the biggest moments from the last day of session, featuring analysis you won’t hear anywhere else.

🎙️ If you care about state politics, legislative strategy, and the future direction of policy, this is a must-listen.

In this episode, Rodney Walker breaks down the biggest issues facing America today—from the exploding national debt to immigration, infrastructure, and the growing disconnect between politicians and real-world business experience.

Drawing from his background in oil and gas, agriculture, and entrepreneurship, Walker explains why he believes the country needs more business-minded leadership and fewer career politicians.

We also dive into faith, public service, and what it really means to move from success to significance—a theme that has shaped Walker’s journey into politics.

If you care about the future of the country, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.

Former University of Alabama gymnast, writer, and filmmaker Dee Foster joins 1819 News: The Podcast with Bryan Dawson for a powerful conversation on media narratives, identity politics, and her role in the groundbreaking MLK Project documentary.

Foster reacts to a controversial article that featured her in a list of “influential Black women,” sparking a deeper discussion on gender identity, representation, and modern cultural trends. She also shares her personal journey—from elite athletics to storytelling—and how faith, discipline, and life experience shaped her perspective.

Plus, an inside look at the MLK Project with Chad O Jackson, a docuseries that challenges mainstream narratives and explores the historical and cultural legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.

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A student mic. No filters. No easy questions.

At this live Turning Point-style event, students confront Bryan Dawson and State Rep. Ernie Yarbrough on everything from abortion and sexuality to religion, freedom, and the role of government.

The result? A tense, honest, and sometimes explosive conversation about whether America is built on truth—or drifting into chaos.

Watch the full exchange and decide for yourself.

Former U.S. Rep. Jerry Carl sits down for an in-depth, no-holds-barred interview on the biggest issues facing Alabama and the nation. From the aftermath of redistricting and his run to reclaim Alabama’s 1st congressional district to inflation, immigration, and faith in public service, nothing is off the table.

Carl shares candid reflections on his time in Congress, lessons learned, and the challenges of navigating Washington politics. He opens up about his faith, personal setbacks, and why he’s stepping back into the fight.

Whether you agree or disagree, this conversation offers a raw and unfiltered look at politics, policy, and the future of Alabama.

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Bryan Dawson, host of 1819 News: The Podcast, visited a Turning Point USA “Prove Me Wrong” event where college students stepped up to the microphone to challenge him with tough questions. Nothing was off limits.

Dawson opened the event by presenting his core idea of “Christ or Chaos,” arguing that societies flourish when they align with biblical principles and natural law.

Throughout the event, students pushed back, asked challenging questions, and shared their own perspectives on politics, religion, and culture.

👇 What question stood out to you the most? Comment below.

Can a Navy SEAL sniper shake up Washington? In this exclusive interview, Jared Hudson, former Navy SEAL and founder of Covenant Rescue Group, shares why he’s running for U.S. Senate in Alabama—and how his faith in Jesus Christ guides everything he does.

This is more than politics—it’s about legacy, faith, and the future of our children.

Is America finally ready to fix the broken foster care system? In this powerful episode, Lee Marshall—CEO & Founder of Kids to Love—shares how Alabama is leading the way in privatized foster care reform. As new federal legislation shines a spotlight on foster care, Marshall explains how her organization has created a model that moves children to permanency faster, protects families, and prioritizes trauma healing.

Marshall’s work through Kids to Love is setting a new national standard—one focused on permanency, accountability, and real healing. If you care about adoption, foster care reform, faith-based leadership, or protecting the next generation, this is a must-watch conversation.

Learn more:

Kids to Love → https://kidstolove.org

Hope for Trauma → https://hopefortrauma.org

Are we watching the collapse of Western civilization in real time?

Seth Gruber joins 1819 News with a blunt warning: America is at a breaking point—and the Church must decide where it stands. Founder of The White Rose Resistance and creator of The 1916 Project, Seth explains why this moment is different … and why neutrality is no longer an option.

From abortion and gender ideology to cultural decay and spiritual confusion, this conversation confronts the crisis head-on: faith, politics, leadership, and the future of the West.

If you care about defending faith, family, and freedom, you need to hear this.

👉 The White Rose Resistance: https://www.whiterose.life

CEO Bryan Dawson traveled to Washington, D.C., for an exclusive, in-person interview with U.S. Sen. Tommy “Coach” Tuberville—filmed inside Tuberville’s Senate office on Capitol Hill.

In this high-stakes conversation, Tuberville lays out what he believes is the most urgent fight facing the country: the SAVE Act and election integrity. He warns that if Congress fails to act before the next election, the consequences could permanently reshape the nation.

From Washington power struggles to Alabama’s future, this interview connects the dots between what’s happening in D.C. and what it means for families back home.

Filmed inside the U.S. Senate. No spin. No edits. Just the conversation.

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