Join your host, Greg Howard Jr, as he sits down with the founders of Cicada, Forrest Satterfield and Thomas Casez, to discuss politics, alternatives to the national anthem, and what is objectively the best film of all time.

To learn more about Cicada, visit: www.cicada.now

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Join your host, Greg Howard Jr, as he sits down with US Congressional Candidate in Colorado's 4th District, John Padora, to discuss politics, spirituality, and what is objectively the best film of all time.

John Padora was born in Allentown, Pennsylvania. He earned a high school diploma from Octorara Area High School, an associate degree from the Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology in 2009, and a bachelor's degree in environmental sciences with a concentration in geospatial technology from Southern New Hampshire University in 2019. Padora’s career experience includes roles as a manufacturing engineer, CNC machinist and programmer, and independent consultant.

To learn more about John and his campaign, visit: https://www.padoraforcongress.com/

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Join your host, Greg Howard Jr, as he sits down with Alabama Supreme Court Candidate Ashleigh Dunham to discuss politics, spirituality, and the vulgarity of toe socks.

A Huntsville native, AshLeigh earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Alabama and her law degree from Cumberland School of Law at Samford University. AshLeigh and her family are members of Trinity United Methodist Church, also in Homewood. She lives in the Birmingham area with her husband, Jonathan, and their daughter Aria.

AshLeigh Meyer Dunham is a distinguished legal professional with a career rooted in service to Alabama families. She serves as a Referee in Jefferson County’s Juvenile Court, where she adjudicates sensitive family and juvenile matters with fairness, clarity, and compassion. Her work creates stability for children and families facing crisis, drawing on years of experience handling complex legal issues with a steady, principled approach.

​AshLeigh is also a practicing Fertility Attorney at Magic City Fertility Law. Her expertise in this area is deeply personal: AshLeigh and her husband welcomed their daughter through IVF, but had to leave Alabama to access the care they needed to start their family. As an attorney, AshLeigh helps individuals and couples navigate the legal complexities of assisted reproduction so they can start and grow their families, too. That experience fuels her public advocacy for legal protections for families seeking fertility treatment. She believes no Alabamian should have to leave home to start a family.

To learn more about Ashleigh and her campaign, visit: https://ashleighforalabama.com/

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Join your host, Greg Howard Jr, as he sits down with Alabama State Senate Candidate Dr. John Dickey to discuss politics, spirituality, and whether or not hot dogs are tacos.

A native of North Alabama, Dr. John Dickey is running for the Alabama State Senate in District 3. Raised by a farmer, Dr. Dickey learned the value of hard work and grit early in life. While their mother faced significant health challenges, her resilience and ability to find joy in every circumstance left a lasting impression on the family.

The greatest inspiration for Dr. Dickey’s career in public service, however, was their grandfather. A man who remained tirelessly dedicated to his neighbors long after retirement, he modeled the belief that community service is a lifelong calling. It is this legacy of selfless leadership that Dr. Dickey intends to bring to Montgomery.

Dr. Dickey offers a unique blend of practical experience and academic rigor:

Deep Roots: Years spent working cattle and understanding the agricultural backbone of Alabama.

Educational Dedication: Experience teaching students of all ages, providing a firsthand look at the needs of the classroom.

Academic Excellence: A Doctorate in Political Science from the University of Tennessee, providing the policy expertise necessary to navigate complex legislative issues.

Dr. Dickey believes that government should be a tool for solving problems and serving the taxpayers. Their platform is built on four key pillars:

Education: Ensuring schools have the resources to prepare children for the modern workforce.

Economic Growth: Supporting local businesses to foster a thriving regional economy.

Housing & Infrastructure: Improving access to affordable housing for Alabama families.

Healthcare: Protecting and expanding access to quality care for all citizens.

Dr. Dickey is running because they believe in the potential of North Alabama. With a firm conviction that the community's best days are ahead, Dr. Dickey is ready to work for the prosperity and progress every Alabamian deserves.

To learn more about John and his campaign, visit: https://dickey4alabama.com/

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Join your host, Greg Howard Jr, as he sits down with US Senate Candidate Dakarai Larriett to discuss politics, spirituality, The Talented Mister Ripley, and whether or not hot dogs are tacos.

Dakarai Larriett, an Alabama native and the son of a U.S. Army veteran and a public school teacher, is a thriving entrepreneur and committed community volunteer. His candidacy for the U.S. Senate is driven by the injustice he faced from a false arrest in 2024. Growing up influenced by his father's military service, Dakarai moved between several states and even spent time in Germany. He excelled academically, earning a full scholarship to the University of Alabama, where his dedication to public service deepened during his junior year as an exchange student at Howard University. 

Dakarai has built a successful career as a corporate leader while also managing a pet-care business he launched from his garage. Over the past 20 years, he has served in leadership roles on multiple nonprofit boards, gaining a reputation for his servant leadership upon returning to Birmingham in 2021. Actively involved in various volunteer initiatives, he leads an HOA board in downtown Birmingham that represents local families and businesses, showcasing his passion for Alabama's culture and community. In his leisure time, Dakarai enjoys visiting the shooting range and regularly attends First United Methodist Church.

To learn more about Dakarai and his campaign visit: www.dakarailarriett.com

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Join your host, Greg Howard Jr, as he sits down with Congressional Candidate Candice Duvieilh (AL-5) to discuss politics, spirituality, the best episode of Bluey, and whether or not cereal is soup.

Candice Duvieilh was born in Gulfport, Mississippi. She earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Mississippi in 2012, a graduate degree from Walden University in 2014, and a graduate degree from the University of Southern Mississippi in 2021. Her career experience includes working as a software consultant and K-12 educator.

To learn more about Candice and her campaign visit: https://www.candiceduvieilhforcongress.com/

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Join your host, Greg Howard Jr, as he sits down with Maryland State Delegate Joe Vogel to discuss politics, spirituality, and whether or not cereal is soup.

Joe Vogel is an Uruguay-born American politician who has served as a member of the Maryland House of Delegates from District 17 since 2023. A member of the Democratic Party, his district includes the Montgomery County cities of Gaithersburg and Rockville; he represents the district alongside fellow Democratic delegates Julie Palakovich Carr and Ryan Spiegel.

To learn more about Joe, his work as a State Delegate, and his re-election campaign visit: https://www.instagram.com/joevogelmaryland/

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Join your host, Greg Howard Jr, as he sits down with US Congressional Candidate Randi White to discuss politics, spirituality, and whether or not cereal is soup.

Randi was born and raised in Salisbury on Maryland’s Lower Eastern Shore. Her grandmother raised her to care deeply and be involved in government and voting. She was taught that the rights our elders fought and died for should never be taken for granted. From the time she was eight years old, she was asking tough questions, studying policies, and learning that leadership means seeking solutions, not just pointing out problems. She went on to earn two Bachelor of Science degrees in Psychology and Communications and built a 20-year career in Marketing and Communications. In every role she's had, her goal has been simple: to make people’s lives better. Running for Congress is the most direct way to accomplish that for her community in MD-01. She's proud to be a daughter of the Shore, a lifelong Orioles and Ravens fan, and someone who believes in bringing laughter, music, and empathy into everything she does.

To learn more about Randi's campaign visit: https://randiformd.com/

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Join your host, Greg Howard Jr, as he sits down with US Congressional Candidate Amanda Pusczek to discuss politics, spirituality, and whether or not cereal is soup.

Amanda is running for Congress because this is a now-or-never moment for Alabama and our nation. Her bold ideas and new leadership will unite Alabama’s 4th Congressional District, rather than pushing us further apart. She’s not a millionaire; she worked double shifts, cleaned up after disasters, and made a career of caring for people when the system turned its back. She isn’t running to be just another polished politician who never delivers on their promises. She’s not running to become a career politician who ignores and neglects their constituents. She’s running to give a voice to the families, patients, caregivers, renters, and the fed-up of Blount, Colbert, Cullman, DeKalb, Fayette, Franklin, Lamar, Lauderdale, Marion, Marshall, Tuscaloosa, Walker, and Winston counties.

To learn more about Amanda's campaign visit: https://citizensforapusczek.com/

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Join your host, Greg Howard Jr, as he sits down with Alabama State Senatorial Candidate Guy Sotomayor to discuss politics, spirituality, and whether or not cereal is soup.

Retired Master Sergeant Sotomayor brings a unique blend of military discipline, progressive values, and community engagement to his campaign for Alabama State Senate. His lifelong dedication to public service and his commitment to a more just and sustainable future make him a compelling choice for voters seeking positive change in Alabama. 

To learn more about Guy's campaign visit: https://www.guysotomayor.com/

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