Viewpoint Alabama

Dr. Rachael Lee, the Associate Professor with UAB’s Division of Infectious Disease talks about how to prevent the spread of Flu, RSV and Covid 19.  Then from the USDA Under Secretary Jenny Moffitt explains the importance of maintaining a more resilient supply chain in times of disaster in Alabama.

Former State Rep Paul DeMarco joins Jim Faherty for a look back at the biggest stories in our state in 2024 and a look ahead at what we can expect legislatively in 2025.

Archie Stafford Director of Unmanned systems at Red Six Solutions, a Birmingham based advisory consulting firm for drone operation weighs in on the recent drone sightings.  Then Gerald O’Connor, the National Codes and Standards manager at the National Electrical Manufacturers Association talks about Holiday electrical and fire safety.

Agustina Vergara Cid is a Young Voices contributor, writing and speaking about the intersection of philosophy with immigration.  Then we talk with Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall about the issue of Birthright citizenship.

Herbie Newell President of Lifeline Children’s Services explains why adoption is beneficial not just to the child or family but to our society as a whole.

Joeseph Abbott is a Palestinian born Christian living in the Birmingham area.  He joins us to give his communities’ position on the situation between Isreal and the Palestinians, as well as what he would like the outcome to be.

A Free Defensive Driving course for young drivers in Alabama is coming, what can be learned?  Senior Instructor Matt Reilly tells us about the BRAKES program. Then Rosemary Elebash state director of Alabama’s NFIB joins us to share positive economic news for Alabama Small businesses.

Former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich and historian William Haldeman join us to give context to the Presidential win this week, Then AL congressmen Gary Palmer joins us with what the congressional priorities for Alabama will be after the new year.

Professor John M. Ellis author of the book, A SHORT HISTORY OF RELATIONS BETWEEN PEOPLES explains how the tribal attitudes between peoples are effecting elections.  Then congressmen Gary Palmer from Alabama’s 6th congressional district shares the importance of Voter turn out not only for the election of the president but for local and state races as well.

Dr. Rachael Lee, Associate Professor, Division of Infectious Diseases at UAB provides the latest on COVID and flu in Alabama.  Then Ashley England, with the TVA has tips on how to save on your heat bill this winter.  Finaly Library of Congress Campaign Monica Mohindra for Veterans History Project and how we can participate.