Raised Red, Living Blue

Building a Better Hoover: Liz Lane on Education, Arts & GrowthIn Part 2 of our interview with Liz Lane, candidate for Hoover City Council Place 3, we explore her vision for a stronger, more inclusive Hoover.Liz discusses:— The urgent need to address flooding and promote sustainable growth— Protecting education, resources for students, and support for Title 1 schools— The importance of arts and culture, including the long-awaited Performing Arts Center— Balancing development with affordability and redevelopment of existing spaces— Supporting women, minorities, and small businesses in Hoover’s futureThis conversation goes beyond politics — it’s about building a community where families, businesses, and creativity can thrive.👉 If you missed Part 1 of Liz’s interview, check it out first. Then hit subscribe to Raised Red, Living Blue Podcast for more conversations on politics, culture, and the future of our communities.🎧 Listen on:Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube📲 Follow us on social media:Instagram: @raisedredlivingblue_podTikTok: @raisedred_livingblueSend us your feedback/questions/stories you want to feature on future episodes:https://forms.gle/1sn85LWHVm22KNMH6

Trump’s First 200 Days: The Good, The Bad & The WTF with Justin Jones
In Episode 32 of Raised Red, Living Blue, host Jason Will sits down with returning guest Justin Jones to dissect Donald Trump’s first 200 days of his second term.
From the chaos of Project 2025 and the politicization of government to manipulated economic data and environmental rollbacks, Jason and Justin dig deep into the policies, optics, and cultural shifts shaping America in 2025.
It’s a candid, cross-spectrum conversation about trust, truth, and the fine line between comedy and catastrophe — plus, a search for any “good” to be found in Trump’s 2.0 presidency.
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The Cost of Speaking Out: Pride, Politics, and Losing FollowersIn Episode 31 of Raised Red, Living Blue, Jason and Sloane reconnect for a heartfelt conversation reflecting on Pride Month, visibility, and the fight for inclusion in a politically divided South. Sloan shares powerful takeaways from the podcast’s Pride episodes—ranging from chosen family and shared trauma to the importance of storytelling for queer visibility.We also dive into the culture war's impact on LGBTQ+ rights, the dangerous regression in America’s political landscape, and how the simple act of loving openly can be an act of resistance. Plus: Shawna, Kenny, and a weekend of hoops with “Kenny and the Gays” prove that connection, kindness, and basketball really do transcend identity.Whether you're here for the laughs, the truth bombs, or just want to feel less alone in your fight for justice—this episode will remind you that you're not alone. 🌈👉 Subscribe, like, and join the convo. We are not going back.

Showing Up Loud and Queer in Alabama — A Raw Conversation with Jamie Miller & Joey Morris

In Episode 30 of Raised Red, Living Blue, we’re joined by Jamie Miller and Joey Morris — two queer Alabamians who are showing up, speaking out, and refusing to leave the places that shaped them.

Both raised in deeply conservative Southern communities, Jamie and Joey open up about what it means to challenge the status quo — from questioning inherited political beliefs to navigating the tension between faith, family, and personal truth. This episode explores the courage it takes to speak out in red states — and why empathy, education, and staying rooted in love are crucial tools for progress.

— Growing up Southern and conservative

— How they each made the shift to progressive values

— The intersection of faith, identity, and politics

— Backlash, boundaries, and building new community

— What hope looks like for the South

If you’ve ever felt like a blue dot in a red sea — this one’s for you.

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“My Pastor Called Me In” | Jamie & Joey Share Raw Coming Out Journeys

In this deeply personal Pride Month special of Raised Red, Living Blue, hosts sit down with longtime friends Jamie Miller and Joey Morris for a powerful conversation about growing up queer in the South — and everything that comes with it.

From church trauma and being outed by a flip phone text — to riding in rain-filled convertibles at the Pride parade — Jamie and Joey bring humor, heartbreak, and hope to the mic.

This episode unpacks how family, faith, real estate, and community activism intersect when you're queer in a red state. And it gets real — fast.

🎧 Highlights include:

— Coming out in Southern Baptist churches

— Being confronted by pastors and pulled into private meetings

— Fair housing and LGBTQ+ advocacy in Alabama

— Navigating family rejection and hard-won acceptance

— Finding spiritual healing and safe spaces in adulthood

— Joy, community, and the microaggressions we don’t always talk about

— Why being visible still matters

Whether you’re queer in the South, an ally, or just want to better understand the lived experience of LGBTQ+ folks outside the city bubble — this one will stay with you.

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“I Lost 3,000 Followers—And I Don’t Regret It”: Lindsay Sport Gets RealIn this vulnerable and electrifying episode of Raised Red, Living Blue, we sit down with the dynamic Lindsay Sport—a former athlete, small-town Alabama native, and now unapologetic advocate—for an honest conversation about sports, queerness, politics, and personal transformation.Lindsay opens up about how playing sports, especially cheerleading and basketball, shaped her work ethic and identity. She reflects on how her political awakening was sparked by COVID, the Black Lives Matter movement, and years of staying quiet in a world that expected her to comply.We dig deep into why women's sports are always political, the heartbreak of anti-trans athlete bans, the power of vulnerability, and how she lost 3,000 followers after one pro-BLM post—but stood by it anyway.From fangirling over Diana Taurasi and Sue Bird to calling out Christian hypocrisy and Southern Baptist bigotry, Lindsay’s story is equal parts inspiring, fiery, and deeply human.🎧 Highlights include:— Growing up conservative and questioning everything— The impact of youth sports and cheerleading on identity— Speaking up for trans rights and LGBTQ+ athletes— The role of emotional intelligence in politics and real estate— Why she’s considering a run for officeWhether you're into sports, politics, queerness, or just powerful storytelling, this episode is for you.🔔 Subscribe for more conversations like this. Drop a comment and let us know what resonated with you.🎧 Listen on:Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube📲 Follow us on social media:Instagram: @raisedredlivingblue_podTikTok: @raisedred_livingblue

Pride Month Special: Lindsay Sport on Owning Her Queer IdentityIn this special Pride Month episode of Raised Red, Living Blue, we’re honored to sit down with Lindsay Sport—a powerful voice who shares her coming out story, her journey of self-discovery, and what it means to embrace queerness in deeply conservative spaces.Lindsay opens up about growing up in an evangelical home, wrestling with shame and silence, and ultimately stepping into the full light of her identity. Her reflections on deconstructing not just religion, but internalized homophobia, make this conversation raw, empowering, and timely.This is a story about pride—not just in who you love, but in who you are.🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube📲 Follow us on TikTok & Instagram @raisedredlivingblue_pod🏳️‍🌈 Whether you're walking your own path, showing up as an ally, or just listening with an open heart—this episode is for you.

God, Guilt & Getting Out: What It Means to Deconstruct in the Deep South

In this moving and cathartic episode of Raised Red, Living Blue, Jason sits down with Kat O’Neil—Alabamian, political advocate, and survivor of religious trauma—for a raw conversation about what it means to untangle faith, identity, and shame in the American South.

Kat shares what it was like growing up in an evangelical world where silence was survival and guilt was weaponized. This is a story of reclaiming power, rewriting narratives, and learning to speak truth in places that demand silence.

🔥 Topics We Cover:

— Religious trauma and growing up in a church-centered culture

— Queer identity, suppression, and survival in conservative families

— Unlearning shame and embracing autonomy

— Why staying silent is no longer an option

— Faith after deconstruction

— What queer joy and defiance look like today in red states

Whether you’ve lived this story or want to understand it better, Kat’s honesty, compassion, and courage will resonate deeply.

💬 “You’re not broken. You were just told you were too many times.”

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In this intellectually rich and refreshingly honest episode, Raised Red, Living Blue welcomes back Justin Jones—former pastor and writer behind Dispatches from Alabama—for a deep conversation on religion, power, and the myth of a Christian America.

From the influence of the Enlightenment to the weaponization of masculine Christianity, this episode explores:

🔍 Key Topics:

— Why the U.S. was never truly founded as a Christian nation

— How theocracy threatens democracy

— The grift of Christian nationalism and MAGA spirituality

— Masculine Christianity and authoritarianism

— Biblical literacy vs. political propaganda

— The Enlightenment’s complicated legacy

— What the Founders really intended

Justin and Sloane break down 2,000 years of theological and political history into something sharp, relatable, and necessary. If you're questioning what role faith should play in politics today—this is the episode for you.

✝️ “Christianity is not a weapon. It’s not a brand. And it’s not a nation.”

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Voting Against Yourself: MAGA Hypocrisy, Delusion & Denial with Tracey StillmanIn this fiery and candid episode of Raised Red, Living Blue, co-hosts Jason and Sloane are joined by Texas-based loan officer Tracey Stillman, who was raised in a conservative household and now identifies as proudly blue. Together, they unpack the disconnect between MAGA beliefs and everyday reality—from inflation myths and delusional economic takes, to voter suppression, LGBTQ+ hypocrisy, and the power of propaganda.🔍 Topics Include:— Voting against your own interest: a MAGA family case study— Gas prices, tariffs & the illusion of economic “success”— Why whitewashing U.S. history is part of the plan— Generational shifts in political identity— The myth of the "good old GOP"— LGBTQ+ conservatives: identity vs ideology— Term limits, age gaps, and the future of leadershipTracey brings authenticity, humor, and sharp insight to the conversation—revealing what it’s like to live blue in red Texas, and how to challenge MAGA culture with both facts and empathy.➤ Guest Info: StillmanBiggersTeam.com📢 Join the Conversation:Follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram @raisedredlivingblue_podSend us your feedback/questions/stories you want to feature on future episodes:https://forms.gle/1sn85LWHVm22KNMH6