Remso W. Martinez, author of "Stay Away From The Libertarians!," is our special guest.  The 24-year-old Virginian's debut book arrives just in time for the 2020 election campaign.  Florida Gators superfan "Mr. Two Bits" died July 2 at the age of 97.  In a special SEC Spotlight, host Jon Rawl shares a 2008 interview he conducted with George Edmondson during the week "Mr. Two Bits" retired from his iconic pre-game role at Florida Field.  Also, we share news on the development of a storm off Louisiana's coast.

Confederate Railroad goes off the rails after a state fair in Illinois boots the band from an August appearance.  Music insider Preshias Harris reports from Nashville; and she has notes on Tanya Tucker, Willie Nelson, and Lee Brice's "Rumor" hitting No. 1.  Yall.com editor Clark Shelton returns to plug the website's watermelon-themed articles, updates on tropical disturbances, and county fairs hitting Dixie.  Also, the Duke Blue Devils are atop the ACC academic honor roll. 

The Democrats have their first 2020 presidential contender bow out of the race.  Today's "Y'all Southern Politics Showcase" also features former First Lady Michelle Obama speaking in New Orleans; while current First Lady Melania Trump traveled Monday to an opioid roundtable in Huntington, W. Va.  Plus, it's "Breakfast at Wimbledon" time, as Americans battle on the grass in London.

Trevor Lawrence and the defending national champion Clemson Tigers are poised to do great things again on the gridiron in 2019.  Jon Rawl shares the latest scoop in country music – including issues with Taylor Swift, Billy Ray Cyrus makes history, and Charlie Daniels does an amazing thing for the veterans of Middle Tennessee.  Also, we get you ready for the Fourth of July festivities across the South. 

"The Barbecue Barrister" has the perfect Fourth of July preview – including tips on preparation, savory hot dog pointers, and a spare rib extravaganza.  Mississippians go to the polls Aug. 6 for a primary to select the finalists for governor, attorney general, and more.  We set the political stage in the Magnolia State; and relay the best-run and worst-run cities in the South.

Worthpoint.com CEO Will Seippel is this week's featured Southern businessman.  Discover how the Virginian moved to Atlanta to create a business recognized as an Inc. 500/5000 company.   Jerry Short returns to share a laugh with host Jon Rawl about how past generations in Toccopola would have adapted to Facebook; plus he shares stories of noodling for catfish around the Fourth of July.  Also, we learn about mimosa trees and mullet fish and mullet roe.  

Alan Jackson signed his first record deal 30 years ago this week; and to help celebrate we play one of the best punch-the-clock songs ever recorded, the Jimmy Buffett duet "It's Five O'Clock Somewhere." Several movies hit theaters as the country prepares for the long Fourth of July week.  Also, Chathom Ford in Alabama has to modify its successful "God and glory" giveaway to boost truck sales.   

Vanderbilt wins the College World Series in Omaha, Neb., giving the SEC program and coach Tim Corbin its second national championship.  Fred Allen is a world-renowned pianist from Thomasville, Ga.; and his grandson, Allen Cheney, has just penned "Crescendo," a touching tribute to his grandfather and grandmother (Winnie).  Also, disgraced "Empire" actor Jussie Smollett is spotted in an Atlanta Smoothie King.

Kelsea Ballerini celebrates another No. 1 with "Miss Me More."  Preshias Harris attended the party; and she relays info on '80s hitmaker Exile and its new CD release.  CBS Sports Digital's Jonathan Leifheit weighs in on the comments by Florida State athletics director Dave Coburn's about former head football coach Jimbo Fisher.  Also, Southern manners dictate that you're not supposed to wear ballcaps inside restaurants.