Viewpoint Alabama

Journalist, author and historian Bill O’Reilly joins us to give his perspective on US Presidents past and present as we lead up to the 2024 election.  Then Sen Katie Britt weighs in on the upcoming election.  Finaly State Sec of State Wes Allen talks about the steps Alabama is taking to make sure our elections are fair and secure.

A Birmingham Church (Bluff Park United Methodist Church) ministry called Under the Bridge gathers supplies and drives them to Ashville NC, where they feed and minister to the community following the devastation from Tropical Storm Helene.  We speak with Bob Walker who went with the group last week and plans to return again. The second part of the show we talk with Dr. Jill Harkavy-Friedman from the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and with  Dr. Naomi J Brown from CHOP about childhood sports injuries.

CEO of the Birmingham Better Business Bureau explains what to consider when selecting a charitable organization to give to in times after a disaster, as well as how to prevent yourself from being ripped off.  Then the USDA’s Jenny Mofitt tells us about National Farm to School Month.

Following a mass shooting on Birmingham’s Southside, JT brings together State Representative Juandalynn Givan and Birmingham Attorney Scott Morrow to talk about the crime problems the city faces, and propose solutions.  Then John Talks with reporter and author Ashley Spencer about her new book Disney High addressing the problems faced by child actors.

Lindsay Gray the Executive Director of Bundles of Hope talks about their mission to provide diapers for low income families across the state.  She also promotes next weekend’s upcoming diaper drive.   Then September is Suicide awareness month. Josette Sullins, founder of dēhp Integrative Care says its important to communicate about this important  issue with kids.

Robert Greenway from the Heritage Foundation talks about who’s to blame for Alabama’s Growing Fentanyl Crisis.  Then Michelle Causton talks about the ethical implications of A.I.  We end with Dr. Parminder Jassal, CEO of Unmudl to talk about the tech skills that are most needed in today’s jobs market.

A new Canine College at UAB’s Spain Rehab Center named TopGun joins us on Viewpoint along with his partner and best friend, Recreational Therapist Emily Rider to talk about the mission and rehabilitation benefits of Therapy dogs.  Then we are joined by NIH sickle Cell Disease expert Dr. Courtney Fitzhugh to talk about the latest advancements and treatments.  And next week marks the 23rd anniversary of 911.  How you can do something positive.

Sean Clark Founder and Chairmen of Venture Unknown Foundation explains how Sweep the Southeast will be cleaning up the Talladega National Forest and explains how our listeners can have fun while helping make our state a cleaner place. Then Dr. Mark Mostert from Able Americans explains the goals behind their advocacy for a policy reform agenda for Americans with Disabilities.

How to save for your Child’s College in Alabama-Martha Kortiak Mert, COO of “Saving for College has some tips.  Then Amanda Ripley, author of THE UNTHINKABLE: Who Survives When Disaster Strikes-and Why talks about what people need to keep in mind in times of Disaster.  Finaly former AL State Rep Paul DaMarco breaks down what happened this past week at the DNC and what it means to Alabama.

Alabama Sec of State Wes Allen joins us to talk about the work his office is doing to provide secure and efficient elections in Alabama.  He also explains where voters can go to get sample ballots, and check their district locations and poling places.