Magic City Spotlight

In our first remote episode of Magic City Mondays, we're joined by Dr. Anthony C. Hood and Dr. Josh Carpenter to discuss #BhamStrong, an effort by the city to help small business and entrepreneurs stay afloat during the COVID crisis. We also discuss the 5% raise for City Employees. Last, but not least, we have a FIRST on the podcast...you don't want to miss it.

This episode is packed with useful information. We're joined by Tene Dolphin, who shares with us an exciting opportunity for local business owners. We also discuss the StrongHer campaign and the #ReadWithWoodfin book series.

Also, MARCH 1st is the deadline for FAFSA and Birmingham Promise applications to be submitted! March 1st! Let all the BCS high school seniors in your life know!

On this episode we're joined by Alicia Lumpkin, one of the city employees spearheading the DUMMY (Dumping Ugly Mess in My Yard) that targets illegal dumping across the city. We're letting you know how to dispose of your unwanted trash and talking about the efforts underway to keep Birmingham Beautiful.

Also, we'll be discussing the legacy of Kobe Bryant, Bad Boys 3, and Popeye's Chicken new fashion line. This one's informative and hilarious. You don't want to miss it.

This week's episode kicks off with two major updates on the Birmingham Promise. Also on we're joined by Jonathan Porter, the Chairman of the 2021 World Games. He stops by to chat with us about what we can expect to see at the 2021 World Games in Birmingham. We also discuss Pardons for Progress, Crime, Employment, and a number of other issues affecting our city.

On this episode, we're joined by the city's head storyteller, Edward Bowser. We go through the good, the bad, and the ugly of the last year and have a serious discussion on the state of hip-hop. Also, we're joined by a VERY VERY VERY special guest for our "Dear Birmingham" segment, with a message of hope for us all this holiday season.

See you in 2020!

On this episode, we have Darlene Wilson, a member of the newly formed City of Birmingham Small Business Council joining us to discuss their impact on the city. We also have exciting news about Birmingham's new rideshare service and an opportunity that could change tens of thousands of lives in the city. Check us out!

On this week's episode of Magic City Mondays, we're joined by two special guests. Uche Bean, from the city's Office of Social Justice & Racial Equity, and Tiffanie Thompson, from the city's Office of Governmental Affairs, join us and make sure they let us know how we can find out what the "Big Picture" is for Birmingham today and for the future. They had a lot of fun with us on this show and we had a great discussion.

On this week's episode of Magic City Mondays, we sit down with the city's Chief of Police to discuss public safety and crime reduction. We also discuss our favorite roles by the late John Witherspoon, Big K.R.I.T.'s upcoming show, and our favorite Thanksgiving foods.

This Bonus Episode of Magic City Mondays is the captured audio from last week's event at the Crossplex, "Awaken." This conversation between Mayor Woodfin and the first Black mayor of Birmingham, Dr. Richard Arrington, speaks not only to the history and powerful legacy of the "Magic City," but also to the future of our great city.

On this episode, it's all about the Magic City Classic. Mayor Woodfin kicks it off by sharing his most vivid memory associated with the Magic City Classic. We're joined by Faye Oates, the city's Commissioner for Sports and Entertainment, to give you a rundown of Magic City Classic events and tell us about this year's parade Grand Marshal. He's a BIG deal. Happy Magic City Classic Week!