Join the conversation each weekday on "In Focus" as host Carolyn Hutcheson talks with: artists, historians, experts, environmentalists, musicians, authors, and other big thinkers and change makers. Carolyn brings here three decades of on-air experience, her curious mind, and her warm conversational style to each episode. We hope you join us and take time to bring your world, In Focus.
On today's Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, reports that students are making big gains in educational achievement. And the Wildcard is seared all over the floor!
With the increase in cases of the cyclospora parasite causing intestinal illness, the director of food safety for the Alabama Department of Agriculture and industries visits In Focus today with advice on how to avoid it!
Today's In Focus brings you part two of our conversation with two Florida archaeologists about a cat that a Spanish galleon brought to the Florida Gulf Coast in 1559.
There is more to the story of America than its 250th birthday. On today's In Focus, two Florida archaeologists bring you the story of Luna the Cat, brought to the New World aboard a Spanish galleon in 1559.
On the Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, discusses the court ruling on gubernatorial candidate Tommy Tuberville's residential status. And the Wildcard is about a cat that steals the show!
If you are plagued by mosquitoes and other flying insects this summer, attracting birds can help reduce them. Dr. Shirley Farrell, president of the Alabama Ornithological Society, joins us for an In Focus re-visit from spring.
Today, Tisha Rhodes and Mark Harris bring you the story of the legendary Dixie Art Colony and its roots in Alabama.
As America continues its 250th birthday celebration, Darley Newman visits In Focus with her new book, "Revolutionary Road Trip," to tell the story of a famous patriot known as the "swamp fox" and the Alabama town that bears his name.
StoryCorps has an exciting new program called Connect 250, to commemorate America's 250th, and founder Dave Isay visits In Focus with a preview.
On In Focus today, Colonel Bryan Morgan shares a mystery from a famous movie about the Battle of Gettysburg and the ghostly "extras" that appeared in the film.
On July 8th, Alabama's replica of the famous Liberty Bell will be rededicated on the south lawn of the state capitol, and Steve Murray, director of the Alabama Department of Archives and History, shares a preview on In Focus.
For the first part of our In Focus/Culture and Belonging "pod swap" we brought Carolyn Hutcheson in as a guest on Culture and Belonging, hosted by Rich Ledet and Wendy Broyles. Carolyn reflects on her four decades in broadcasting, discusses her passion for canoeing and outdoor education, and, like all guests on the show, gives her definition of culture. Stay tuned for the second half of the swap when Rich and Wendy join Carolyn on In Focus. You can hear more Culture and Belonging here: https://cultureandbelonging.podbean.com/
On the Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, discusses the future of Montgomery's Jackson Hospital. And the Wildcard is floating on a lake in north Alabama!
A mysterious underwater forest lies off the coast of Alabama, and In Focus brings you the story from Al Jones of the Alabama Forestry Commission.
If you're planning to celebrate America's birthday this summer, American Village in Montevallo, Alabama is bringing history to life. They're getting ready for a big birthday celebration July third and fourth.
The Better Business Bureau is reporting that employment scams are at an all-time high, so the BBB share tactics to avoid if you're job hunting.
On today's Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, discusses the recent deal with Iran. And the Wildcard is about a World Cup "cheerleader" named Merlin!"
If you're a fan of tomatoes, the tomato capital of the world is Slocomb, Alabama, city clerk Brooke Butler visits In Focus with a preview of the Slocomb Tomato Festival Jamboree coming this Saturday
Old Alabama Town in Alabama's capital city is celebrating Juneteenth next Saturday. And In Focus brings you a preview.
June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month, and Amanda Senn, director of the Alabama Securities Commission, visits In Focus to discuss the red flags that point to financial exploitation.
On today's Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, discusses federal rules for SNAP benefits, and he also previews the Republican primary runoff. Plus, there's a furry surprise for the Wildcard!
Today, the "Back to Nature" series on In Focus brings you a conversation with William Holman, director of Dothan Area Botanical Gardens, about the gardens' "Wings of Wonder Butterfly House."
Today, art gallery owner Marcia Weber visits In Focus with the story of an Alabama preacher turned artist, whose legacy is a paradise garden.
On today's In Focus, Amber Mitchell discusses how Selma's historic Jackson Home was acquired by the Henry Ford Museum and moved to Dearborn, Michigan.
On today's Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, discusses the Supreme Court's decision about Alabama's congressional map. And the Wildcard features a famous hairstyle!
The life of a Cherokee Indian with the name "Granny Dollar" reflects Alabama and Georgia history for today's In Focus Storyline book series.
In Focus continues its "Pause for Animals" series with a visit with Christopher "Birdman" Joe, who talks about spring birding at his family farm in west Alabama.
The Cultural Arts Center of Dothan is getting ready to showcase its "Dancing for the Arts" competition, and today's In Focus has a preview.
On today's Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, discusses the confusion over Alabama's election maps. And the Wildcard has a thief caught in the act!
Today, Florida archaeologist Michael Thomin returns to In Focus with the story of a famous pirate named Charles Gibbs, who burned a ship and buried the treasure.
Today, In Focus visits Montgomery's Old Alabama Town for the "Paws for Animals" series.
Today on In Focus, in celebration of America's 250th, the Alabama Genealogical Society has a new project called, "Tell Me a Story."
On today's Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, shares the results of the primary election races. And the Wildcard rules a San Francisco Bay dock.
Historic Westville Village in Columbus, Georgia, offers visitors a unique opportunity to step back into the 1800s and experience life in a rural community.
Today, In Focus brings you the story of a community that is famous for its history and artistic quilts, the Freedom Quilting Bee Legacy in Gee's Bend, Alabama.
Dr. Jim Vickrey has met many notable history makers in his career as an education leader, and he shares his memories of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. as well as evangelist Billy Graham on In Focus today.
On the Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, previews the May 19th primary election races. And the Wildcard is the biggest one yet!
Today's In Focus brings you a conversation with Dr. Shirley Farrell, a lifelong bird enthusiast and the president of the Alabama Ornithological Society.
With today's round-the-clock news cycle and preoccupation with electronic devices, sleep can be hard to come by. In Focus features a visit with Dr. Justin Thomas, director of the UAB Behavioral Sleep Medicine Clinic.
In Focus brings news of the Alabama Property Protection Act passed by the Alabama legislature in April. Amanda Senn, director of the Alabama Securities Commission, visits The Exchange today.
On today's Newswrap, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, discusses the special session of the legislature, as it grapples with election issues and maps. And the Wildcard is about pets - the mechanical kind!
On today's In Focus, Jake Braun, former White House deputy national cyber security director, discusses how cartels are fueling the crisis of illegal drugs in the U.S.
If you're a fan of Disney's "Pirates of the Caribbean," the Black Pearl pirate ship was built on the Alabama coast. Al Jones shares that story from the Alabama Forestry Commission on today's In Focus.
May is Preservation Month, and In Focus talks with Taylor Stewart, director of preservation services at Landmarks Foundation, to learn how historic designations are made.
On today's Newswrap from in Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, discusses the looming question of congressional redistricting. And the Wildcard dives underwater this week!
Scott Simon visits Troy Public Radio to discuss his book Ulysses S. Cat and Other Animals I Have Known, a collection of essays about the animals that have impacted his life, from family pets like the cat Ulysses and the poodle Daisy to animals encountered during his travels, such as a zebra in the Serengeti and dogs in war-torn Sarajevo.
On today's Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, discusses a recent contentious meeting of the Alabama Educational Television Commission. And the Wildcard was buzzing on an interstate ramp in Tennessee!
The Alabama Broadcasters Association is celebrating 80 years of service to Alabama, and Sharon Tinsley, its president, visits In Focus.
Today In Focus is celebrating "Earth Day with Renee" in our Back to Nature series at the Alabama State Parks.
If you've ever dreamed of owning your own business, the U.S. Small Business Administration can help you develop a business plan.
On today's Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, discusses the "Stop the Scroll Act" that affects children under 18. And the wildcard celebrates rodent heroes!
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