Capitol Exchange

Jessie Barcala joins us as the Democratic candidate for the Alabama House of Representatives District 5. For transcripts, video, and more information: https://wlrh.org/episode/wlrh-candidates-forum-a-conversation-with-jessie-barcala/

Amy Walter, Alabama’s party leaders, and other voices weigh in on the political and policy issues shaping the state. For transcripts, video, and more information: https://wlrh.org/episode/the-2026-midterms-alabama-politics-and-the-issues-facing-the-state/

Your daily civic roundup for Tuesday, September 29, 2026. For transcripts, video, and more information: https://wlrh.org/episode/daily-civic-roundup-09-29-26/

Jason M Jones joins us as a candidate for District Court Judge Madison County Place 4. For transcripts, video, and more information: https://wlrh.org/episode/wlrh-candidates-forum-a-conversation-with-jason-m-jones/

Raven Beach joins us as a candidate for Madison County District Court Judge Place 5. For transcripts, video, and more information: https://wlrh.org/episode/wlrh-candidates-forum-a-conversation-with-raven-beach/

Andrew Sneed is running for Alabama's US House District 5. He came to the WLRH studios to talk to us about his campaign and his vision for the future of Alabama. He also offered happy birthday wishes to two of his biggest fans!

For transcripts, video, and more information: https://wlrh.org/episode/wlrh-candidates-forum-a-conversation-with-andrew-sneed/

Capitol Exchange host Bob Nance speaks with Mr. James Linderholm, the democratic candidate for the Alabama House District 20. For transcripts, video, and more information: https://wlrh.org/episode/a-conversation-with-james-linderholm-democratic-candidate-for-the-alabama-house-district-20/

Power, politics, and culture collide in this week’s program, from a freshman lawmaker shaking up the State House to big questions looming over Alabama’s future. Plus, the legacy of the Alabama Shakespeare Festival and a high‑stakes race for Attorney General. about her career in public service and what motivated her to seek statewide office. For transcripts, video, and more information: https://wlrh.org/episode/capitol-exchange-may-01-2026/

The Alabama Legislature has wrapped up its 2026 session, approving record‑setting budgets and a slate of new laws that will affect everything from public safety to your grocery bill. Coming up, a look at what passed and what it could mean for you.

For transcripts, video, and more information: https://wlrh.org/episode/capitol-exchange-april-17-2026/

The final days of the 2026 legislative session bring reflection and transition, as Capitol Exchange hears from Senate and House leaders and a retiring lawmaker on the challenges, changes, and future of Alabama politics. For transcripts, video, and more information: https://wlrh.org/episode/capitol-exchange-april-10-2026/