The Rhodes Rewind Podcast

Wednesday at 3:07pm the world got "the rest of the story" on the strange case of the McDonald's Dad Chris Louis, and the well meaning but ultimately misguided charity that has been directed his way. The truth ain't as cool as the fairy tale that turned into a huge national "feel good" story...but the world needed to know the truth...and they heard it FIRST right here!

Last week Austin had a brief but productive visit with interim Richmond County School Superintendent Malinda Cobb and BOE President Shawnda Stovall. Hoping to have them back for a longer visit soon!

Columbia County's 4th District Commissioner Alison Couch is retiring...but she wants to move UP and not OUT. Couch is announcing her candidacy for the Commission Chairmanship currently held by Doug Duncan, who is serving out his final term. She stopped in to discuss her plans with Austin...

The former head of the Pentagon's UFO Investigation Unit, Luis Elizondo called in to the Austin Rhodes show ahead of his appearance this Saturday night at the Columbia County Performing Arts Center

Former Columbia County Commissioner Dewey Galeas dropped by the studio to recount his experience with Republican Party Official Linda Parnell at Saturday night's commission meeting that ended in her arrest for assault.

Georgia's AG Chris Carr stopped by the studio Thursday to chat with Austin.

Columbia County Commissioner Doug Duncan called in to discuss today's bad news from FEMA

GA House Bill 581 has everyone in a tizzy! Columbia County Commission Chairman Doug Duncan was on with us this week to set the record straight on where he stands on it, and the county's options.

Phil Kent sat in for Austin over the holiday and had some excellent guests including the Lieutenant Governor of Georgia Burt Jones. Here's their conversation:

Burke County Sheriff Alfonzo Williams isn't talking to News 12 concerning the damning I-Team report involving alleged favoritism for a Waynesboro businessman involved in a domestic violence complaint. But he did talk to Austin about the accusations Wednesday.

Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Whatley joined us Tuesday for an update on President-Elect Trump's plans and legislative agenda day one in office, and the Chairman's plan to avoid the customary "mid-term losses" (possible in 2026) that usually affect an incumbent President's progress...

Augusta native Jim Cole is the Athletic Director of Mercer University...and his Bears are in the hunt for the NCAA FCS National Championship! Their next game will be nationally televised on ABC Saturday at 3pm...we had the chance to speak him this week...

We are seeing con artist and crooks all over the world use state of the art technology and AI to trick even the brightest and most savvy people in the most hideous ways!  Our own Mary Liz Nolan and her husband Tom were recently the targets of such a criminal scheme...and you won't believe how the bad guys did it!  Mary Liz joins joined us in the studio to share the experience...and warn the unsuspecting!

it's been an incredible honor to host many of the top names in GOP politics over the last several months as they did a  masterful job making the case to vote for Donald Trump!     There was no one more important, or more influential in the national campaign than RNC Chairman Michael Whatley. Wednesday, we hosted him for an "after party" discussion...and his thoughts about what comes next for 47!

She is a regular on the Fox News Channel hit show GUTFELD! and Thursday she called in to chat with Austin.  Kat previewed her upcoming appearance at Augusta's Miller Theater Saturday November 9th!

Bizarre situation in Burke County this week...as a homeowner is arrested and charged with a felony while in the midst of recording a neighboring property which he fears might be the campground of a dangerous cult.  This one gets complicated...we hear from the Sheriff...and concerned neighbors...all on Friday's afternoon radio show

Mayor of Augusta-Richmond County Garnett Johnson came in to the studio to sit in the hot seat and answer some tough questions from Austin and our listening audience about lots of topics including the ongoing relief efforts and clean up from the hurricane.

Marty Sawyer is the GOP candidate for Sheriff of Aiken County...Austin had him in studio Friday to discuss his prospective plans if elected.

While first responders and utility repair professionals have rightly been declared heroes for their unselfish dedication and work post Hurricane Helene...so many local volunteers have been also showing great dedication and sacrifice to serve their fellow citizens in need. Today we spoke with two of them...and they provided great insight into the process and effort behind 10 straight days of volunteer service...and the incredible resources committed to those efforts by some well known entities!  Christy Beckham and Kate Sanders...it was an honor!

Austin got a call on the hotline today from none other than former (and hopefully soon to be again) first son, Eric Trump!

Austin sat down with the Democrat nominee for Aiken County Sheriff, Lucas Grant

Austin got a chance to have a "post game" chat with the Committee Chairman of the RNC Michael Whatley to discuss President Trump's performance in last nights' debate.

"The Notorious Tale of Lee Mapp" and his never ending, still pending criminal case has taken yet another bizarre turn!The once convicted, and now once again charged, sex offender has reportedly been having quite a nice summer!  All while supposedly under strict "house arrest" like restrictions that he apparently does not take very seriously!  Austin breaks new details on Wednesday's show...which he shared just moments after sending them in writing to the Augusta DA in charge of prosecuting the case.  Full details...HERE!

RNC National Chairman  Michael Whatley checked in with Austin this afternoon to give his impressions of President Biden's DNC address, that wrapped up in the wee small hours of the morning...he was not impressed!

Economist Andy Puzder takes a grim view of life and finances under President Kamala Harris...and he means it!    

It's that time of year again at Le Chat Noir.  Austin welcomes Duane Brown, Robb Smith and Kate Dailey to discuss the 10th annual Black Cat Picture Show Film Festival!

Austin's conversation with Israeli citizen Boaz Shalgi....currently hunkered down in his home in Galilee...watching and waiting for an expected military attack from Iran that could come at any moment.

Austin got a chance to catch up with Gunnery Sergeant Jessie Jane Duff on Wednesday and got her thoughts on Kamala Harris' VP pick Tim Walz. Check out her website here:  https://jessiejaneduff.com

Elizabeth Pipko is a fascinating young lady and an entrepreneur interested in new ideas for a new generation!  As a millennial, she is not the average spokesperson for the Donald Trump campaign.  It was an honor to get her perspective on the state of the contest on Friday afternoon. 

Augusta Mayor Garnett Johnson came into the studio Thursday to address the controversy over his requesting to be paid back for expenses he incurred on a trip to Washington DC.  

Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr stopped by the show on Wednesday to talk about the states' ongoing battle with Fentanyl

Austin Rhodes delivered talk show gold on a Friday afternoon....check out the epic rant here:

Austin had a fun surprise for his special lady on her special day!  Check this out:  It was a personalized message for Bobbie from a 90's pop music superstar (and the son of a Rock-n- Roll legend) accompanied by their biggest hit!  Happy birthday Mrs. Rhodes! :)

Georgia 12th District Congressman Rick Allen called in to the Austin Rhodes Show to update us on the Savannah River Lock and Dam Improvement Project as well as other current headlines in DC

Retired Secret Service agent David Rhodes called in to the show today with some follow up analysis of Saturday's assassination attempt on President Donald Trump and some insight to a very tough and dangerous job that has it's occasional sweet moments.

Just moments after the horrific events this weekend, Austin Rhodes reached out live on the air with a retired Secret Service agent and instructor David Rhodes, who gave us a little insight into what kind of planning and procedure goes into the protection of a massively popular public figure like President Trump as it was unfolding.

Listen here for today's exclusive interview with Burke County Sheriff Alfonzo Williams and his take on the departure of several officers from the department.

He was Donald Trump's choice to head the the Republican Party...on the eve of the biggest Presidential debate ever...Chariman Michael Whatley called in to the Austin Rhodes Show!

In light of last weekends terrible events, Mayor Johnson came in to the Austin Rhodes Show to talk about the steps that the city is taking to ensure a safe experience for everyone in downtown Augusta. 

This doesn't happen...EVER. But the man many regard as the unofficial "Mayor of Downtown Augusta" is calling for a new Sheriff.  He is being joined by other business owners all over Broad Street supporting Gino Rock Brantley in the runoff election against incumbent Richard Roundtree Tuesday... Soul Bar owner Coco Rubio came to the Austin Rhodes Show to detail his concerns... 

Austin spoke with the president of the Richmond County school board Charlie Walker on Friday.

Geno "Rock" Brantley has taken his quest to unseat the worst local Sheriff in our lifetimes to a runoff!  He checks in with Austin and gives us his game plan as he continues his campaign to lead the Richmond County Sheriff's Office back to its former level of competence and professionalism.

Austin sits down with the mother of a former Harlem High School football player, and the story she shares will make your blood boil!  Three innocent players, kicked off the team by the very bullies who committed an act of felony theft against them, while on a playoff game road trip! The Principal and the Coach doing NOTHING...except allow the thieves to continue their bullying...until the Superintendant gets involved.  The lies and utter bureaucratic BS in this case are unbelievable!

Former Mayor of Augusta Deke Copenhaver and current Mayor Garnett Johnson came in Monday afternoon to talk about the importance of the Mayor having more than just a tie breaking vote with the city commission

Katie Allen is running for a seat on the Columbia County Board of Education and she sat down with Austin to talk about the issues that moved her to run for the seat and what she plans to do if she's elected.

Bo Johnson is running for Richmond County sheriff, Austin got to know Bo a little on Wednesday and questioned him about his plans for cleaning up the sad shape of the department under Roundtree.

Austin sat down with Lee  Ann Meyer this week who is running for re-election on the Columbia County School Board for District 4

Retired Army veteran, Bronze Star recipient and community volunteer Don Clark, 50, has plans to run for the District 5 Augusta Commission seat currently held by Bobby Williams, he came in to speak with Austin Wednesday afternoon

If Augusta DA Jared Williams tries to tell you he didn't "dissolve" the CAVE (Crimes Against the Elderly and Endangered) Task Force...he is right.   To be accurate...he FIRED IT.  Former DA Natalie Paine, who established the task force in 2017, called in to set the record straight!  

Amber Brantley deserves to be Augusta and Burke County's DA!  She is better, smarter, and more seriously devoted to prosecuting bad guys than your current DA. Period