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Season 17 of "Citadel GrayLine" begins, as Citadel football head coach Maurice Drayton is still searching for his first win as coach. Plus, analysis from PostandCourier.com Bulldogs' beat writer Andrew Miller and co-hosts Thomas Scruggs and Jon Rawl.
First show of 2024. Jon Rawl is primed for a new year of Southern conversation. Top books are highlighted. Little Debbie will have a bevy of new Valentine's Day treats to enjoy. Alabama and Texas both fall in their College Football Playoff semifinal contests. Plus, a Spalding County (Georgia) sheriff's deputy is killed in the line of duty.
Colorado's highest court has denied Donald Trump from being on the 2024 primary debate. Jon Rawl has a lot to say about this, including opinions on the 14th Amendment. Hare Financial Group's Paul Hare shares financial and investment advice on his last appearance of the year. Also, USAToday.com has a breakdown of the restaurants that will be open on Christmas Day.
700th episode. Jon Rawl is in a celebratory mood as guests like Keifer Engles drop by to share the fun. Engles also discusses college football's championship weekend, as Georgia meets Alabama for SEC supremacy, and Texas and Oklahoma State collide for the Big 12 title. Pecans in Arkansas, oysters in Virginia, and bluegrass music in Wetumpka, Alabama, will all be on the social calendars of the South this first weekend in December. Plus, Darius Rucker receives a star on the Hollywood Walk Of Fame.
For the first time in program history The Citadel finishes without a win (or tie). The Post and Courier's Andrew Miller and host Jon Rawl sift through the 0-11 ashes of Bulldogs football. Plus, an update on hoops and volleyball on this Thanksgiving Week edition.
Jon Rawl and Andrew Miller share the latest news from the 0-7 Citadel football team. Maurice Drayton's team packs its bags for Birmingham, as Samford is the opponent this weekend. Also, the Bulldogs' volleyball team continues its undefeated march.
Todd Starnes, host of the nationally-syndicated "Todd Starnes Show" and a Fox News Channel veteran and current Newsmax contributor, discusses his radio and TV career, Southern roots, and his books "Our Daily Biscuit" and "Twilight's Last Gleaming." Jerry Short returns to give his "Toccopola Storyteller" perspective on the Israel-Hamas War, the fight for U.S. House speaker, and stupidity on the U.S.-Mexico border. Plus, an early morning argument between employees inside a fast food restaurant gets Jon Rawl's day off on the wrong foot.
Post & Courier beat writer Andrew Miller and host Jon Rawl look back on the closer-than-expected loss at Furman, a setback that guarantees The Citadel a seventh-straight year without a winning football team. Also, more on the Bulldogs volleyball and basketball squads.
Steve Wariner is arguably the best singer-songwriter-guitar player in the music business. Jon Rawl saw the talented virtuoso for the first time in concert Saturday in Powderly, Kentucky, and relays the experience inside the Merle Travis Music Center. Donald Trump enters a New York City courtroom today in a civil trial about his business finances. Also, the best corn mazes in the South are highlighted, including Anderson, South Carolina's Denver Downs Farm.
Another loss for the Gridiron Dogs, as The Citadel sinks to 0-3 on the season following a lopsided spanking at Chattanooga. Maurice Drayton's litter must now hit the road to Orangeburg for a game with S.C. State. The Citadel Volleyball team is a perfect 12-0 on the season. Head coach Dave Zelenock drops by to visit with Andrew Miller and Jon Rawl.
Thomas Scruggs and Jon Rawl look back on the 34-0 opening loss Maurice Drayton and the Bulldog football team suffered at Georgia Southern. Now, upstart Campbell pays its first visit to The Citadel in the Dogs' home opener at Johnson Hagood Stadium.
Season 16 of "Citadel GrayLine" begins, as Jon Rawl, Thomas Scruggs and Post & Courier beat writer Andrew Miller discuss the first campaign for Maurice Drayton ('98), who will guide his alma mater's football team this fall. Plus, thoughts on the Dogs' win total – and SoCon happenings, too.
Jerry Short, "The Toccopola Storyteller," takes a slap across the face from host Jon Rawl – all in an effort to display his toughness and past history of getting in scores of fist fights. Zach Arnett will guide the Mississippi State Bulldogs football team in 2023. We preview State's season; heck, we've even got cowbells playing for y'all. Plus, Nashville novelist Ann Patchett describes her newest top-selling read, "Tom Lake: A Novel."
A Democratic congressman from Minnesota is starting the chirping process regarding the possibility of replacing Joe Biden at the top of Dems' presidential ticket in 2024. Megan Hedwall and Jon Rawl discuss Rep. Dean Phillips's thoughts. South Carolina native Lucas Glover captures the FedEx St. Jude Championship in Memphis., the first leg the PGA Tour's playoff run And, a spotlight of the 2023 Virginia Tech Hokies football team.
Donald Trump receives a third indictment, this team for his involvement with January 6, 2021. Megan Hedwall and Jon Rawl discuss the case special counsel Jack Smith is presenting. Being on vacation does not mean you can can't stay in shape. Hedwall has some away-from-home tone tips. Also, Louisiana's on our mind today: Cafe Du Monde beignets, Tulane Green Wave Football, and a study of the Acadiana and American Indian heritage of the Pelican State.
Hunter Biden doesn't have the best day in court this week. Jon Rawl shares his thoughts on the troubled son of President Joe Biden. UVa coach Tony Elliott, FSU coach Mike Norvell, and Duke coach and reigning "ACC Coach of the Year" honoree Mike Elko speak about their respective teams at ACC Media Days, Day 2. Plus, a breakdown of states hating other states in today's "Hashtag Hullabaloo."
Jazz composer and singer Billy Taylor (1921-2010) was born on this day in Greenville, North Carolina. Brian Harman, a Savannah-born pro golfer and UGA alum, captures the 151st Open Championship in England. Jon Rawl relays Athlon's preseason Top 25 for college football's FCS. teams Also, President Biden will create a new national monument for the commemoration of Emmett Till.
U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) flirts with a 2024 presidential run. "Toccopola Storyteller" Jerry Short and host Jon Rawl examine how serious this political interest is. Texas A&M's Jimbo Fisher and Missouri's Eliah Drinkwitz are among the head coaches speaking at Day 1 of the 2023 SEC Media Days in Nashville. Also, Dalton, Georgia, native Johnny Joey Jones, of Fox News Channel fame, pens a NYT best-selling book: "Unbroken Bonds Of Battle."
Detroit, Lansing, and even the U.P. – sounds like we are headed to the Great Lakes State, eh? Nope. Jon Rawl has fun trying to convince Megan Hedwall to have her own Michigan vacation right here in the South. Day One of SEC Media Days in Nashville begins. Also, learn about the 1863 Battery Wagner battle near Charleston, South Carolina – a Confederate victory that included two of Rawl's forefathers fighting for the South.
Summer is officially here, and Megan Hedwall has pointers to get your body into perfect bikini form. Georgia election officials will not continue to monitor Fulton County's future elections. Jon Rawl discusses the Peach State's status of having two Democratic U.S. senators. Also, EV automaker Rivian is led by a Melbourne, Florida, native: R.J. Scaringe
People with their bare butt showing is a trend that needs to go away, at least that's what host Jon Rawl thinks. Find out about the Great Seal of the United States, Confederate Gen. Stand Watie, and the reason behind Juneteenth in "Southern History Showcase." Also, former Oklahoma State golfer Wyndham Clark wins his first major with a 1-stroke victory at the 123rd U.S. Open at Los Angeles Country Club.
Becca Schaffran was once a missionary based in the East African nation of Tanzania. She discusses her experience with hosts Jon Rawl and Megan Hedwall. Legislators in South Carolina now debate whether the state will revise its abortion laws. CollegeTourX's Jason Nall helps preview the 105th PGA Championship. And, we have a wide assortment of fun festivals across the region this weekend, including The Arkansas Elvis Festival in Jonesboro, Arkansas.
On this date 30 years ago, former U.S. president Ronald Reagan was the commencement speaker for the Class of 1993 at The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina. "The Y'all Show" host Jon Rawl was a cadet receiving his diploma that day on the Charleston, S.C., campus, and he shares the impact of that day. Also, Megan Hedwall joins Rawl for a conversation about the impact the 40th president had on the country and world. Plus, the conference finals are now set for the NBA Playoffs: Heat-Celtics, and Lakers-Nuggets.
A jury in New York City finds Donald Trump guilty of sexual abuse and defamation of E. Jean Carroll. A writer for TheGrio.com deep fries a deep subject: What is your favorite piece of chicken? Also, Jon Rawl and Megan Hedwall, a former mayor in Tennessee, have an informative session about how to enter politics.
Back again from the ashes, Jon Rawl hosts "The Y'all Show" from new flagship radio station SuperTalk 93.1 FM. On this reboot, we share the news of two tragic events in Texas that took the lives of many over the weekend. The 149th Kentucky Derby included one heckuva finish. Also, Megan Hedwall makes her debut in Hour 3, where fitness and cookies and cream ice cream are hot topics.
Bryce Mott joins Jon Rawl to discuss the Top 25 of college basketball, which includes the College of Charleston, Auburn, TCU and Alabama. A new Louisiana law makes it impossible for minors to access online pornography. Also, Southern food personality Paula Deen has closed a location of her eponymous restaurant chain in Panama City, Florida.
For the first time in over a year, "The Y'all Show" is back on the airwaves. Longtime host Jon Rawl welcomes calls and texts, as listeners have things to say about Kevin McCarthy's attempt to gain the Speaker of the House gavel in the new US congress. Also, it was a wild New Year's weekend for college football bowl games.
Brent Thompson's contract is not extended. The Citadel now begins a search for its 26th head football coach. Andrew Miller, of The Post and Courier, discusses possible candidates for the opening. Co-hosts Jon Rawl and Thomas Scruggs recap the thrilling "Silver Shako" comeback win against VMI; and a quick check on the Bulldog basketball team on this Fall 2022 finale.
If money was not an obstacle, what would you do to improve The Citadel? The Post and Courier's Andrew Miller and co-hosts Thomas Scruggs and Jon Rawl cover this, from a new East stands at Johnson Hagood Stadium to a new Chemistry department building. And in what could be Brent Thompson's last game as head coach, the 3-7 Bulldogs duel with a struggling VMI Keydets team on Saturday in Lexington, Virginia.
Coker Day ('95) has expanded his Pedego® Electric Bike business from its base in Aiken, S.C., with a second store now located in West Columbia, S.C. Plus, Post and Courier beat writer Andrew Miller discusses the after-game emotion between Bulldogs football coach Brent Thompson and a fan with co-costs Thomas Scruggs and Jon Rawl.
Thomas Scruggs and Jon Rawl review the shutout loss at Mercer in Week 3. Now, Brent Thompson's team has a week off in preparation for climb to FBS cinderella and old SoCon foe Appalachian State. Plus, a historic discussion about the school's relocation to alongside the Ashley River in 1922.
Thomas Scruggs ('95) is a "Citadel GrayLine" co-host aspirant. He joins Post & Courier beat writer Andrew Miller and Jon Rawl for a look back on The Citadel's upset win over ETSU. Also, a "Knob Knowledge" question this week this features the Bulldogs' SoCon title-winning volleyball team.
Andrew Miller reports on The Citadel's opening week setback at Campbell. Plus, Miller and Jon Rawl dissect the home opener at Johnson Hagood Stadium against defending SoCon champ ETSU.
Season Debut. The Citadel travels to Campbell for a season opener against the Camels. Jon Rawl hosts this 15th year kickoff of "Citadel GrayLine," as longtime co-host Jeff Hartsell makes a final appearance on the show. Hartsell has been promoted to sports editor at The Post & Courier. His Citadel beat writer replacement, Andrew Miller, joins the show to share his perspective on Brent Thompson's team, and other news from the Charleston campus.
The Citadel basketball team gets its first Power 5 win since 1989, as Duggar Baucom's sharpshooters upset the ACC's Pittsburgh Panthers on the opening night of college basketball. Jay Keenan, of The Citadel Class of 1967, discusses the incredible Citadel War Memorial on campus, which his class helped install in 2017. Also, PostandCourier.com beat writer Jeff Hartsell and Jon Rawl talk Citadel wrestling and the 2-7 football team, which wraps its home schedule Saturday against also-struggling Wofford.
Chris Lemonis ('92), a former Citadel baseball player and assistant coach, is this week's special guest. Lemonis guided the Mississippi State Bulldogs to the 2021 College World Series title, the first national title in school history. Plus, The Post and Courier's Jeff Hartsell and host Jon Rawl discuss Citadel football and the optimistic news to get the east side stands of Johnson Hagood Stadium finally underway.
Western Carolina, winless in 2021, comes to Charleston and shocks The Citadel (2-5, 1-3 SoCon). PostandCourier.com Citadel beat writer Jeff Hartsell sifts through the rubble of the 45-31 loss with host Jon Rawl. Also, The Citadel's play-by-play man, Luke Mauro ("Voice Of The Bulldogs"), discusses his career behind the mic and his work as a daily sports talk show host on ESPN Charleston 98.9 FM.
Jaylan Adams returns to his hometown of Johnson City, Tenn., but the Citadel quarterback's football team is throttled in the second half and drop the game against ETSU, 48-21. PostandCourier.com beat writer Jeff Hartsell and Jon Rawl examine the loss, which sends the Bulldogs to 2-3, 1-1 SoCon. Plus, Citadel basketball coach Duggar Baucom talks about his 2021-22 hoops team at a weekly presser.
Barbecue and football are combining for the offensive line of the Virginia Tech Hokies. Jon Rawl and Matt Heermans, aka "The Barbecue Barrister," have fun relaying the story of Mission BBQ and the ACC gridiron program. Heermans also previews Saturdays "Red River Rivalry" contest between the Big 12's Texas Longhorns and Oklahoma Sooners. Plus, Blake Shelton doesn't forget to send 52nd birthday wishes to his new bride, Gwen Stefani.
The Silver Shako returns to Charleston, as The Citadel Bulldogs have their best game of 2021 and enjoy a 35-24 triumph over VMI in "The Military Classic of the South." Also, Citadel Athletics Hall of Famer and Diamond Dog great Chip Cannon ('04) discusses his playing days at Joe Riley Park and for the Toronto Blue Jays organization. The newest inductee of the Charleston Baseball Hall of Fame also chats about his career as a Lowcountry-based attorney with PostAndCourier.com's Jeff Hartsell and host Jon Rawl.
The alleged killer of a Florida sheriff's deputy is apprehended. Maryland officials decide to make all of the state's high school football teams eligible for the postseason. Jon Rawl experienced a first: bubble gum stuck in his bed. How do you remedy bubble gum that's stuck on clothing, or bed sheets? Plus, a salute to South Carolina's mustard-based barbecue sauce – and its historic cabbage palmetto tree.
Travel ball is a major investment for a lot of kids and parents alike across the South. Jon Rawl and "Toccopola Storyteller" have a less than flattering take on the trend that affects various sports. Short also weighs in on the anniversary of the Warren Commission's 1964 report, which was intended to be the definitive source for President Kennedy's 1963 assassination in Dallas. Also, college football's big moves – and a historic kick sends the Baltimore Ravens to 2-1 in the NFL.
The Post and Courier Citadel beat writer Jeff Hartsell and host Jon Rawl look back on the convincing win over the Division II North Greenville Crusaders, the Bulldogs' first win of the 2021 fall season. The Citadel now has an open week before fighting to win the Silver Shako back against rival VMI when the Keydets march to Charleston on Oct. 2.
Confederate Gen. Nathan B. Forrest (1821–1877) is reburied in Columbia, Tenn., after officials in Memphis spent many years and many millions of dollars getting his grave relocated from the West Tennessee city. "Toccopola Storyteller" Jerry Short discusses the media's failure to cover the Forrest reburial. Short also chats with Jon Rawl about persimmon trees in the South. We look back at the weekend's NFL and college football fun. Plus, how each Southern state compares with credit card debt.
The 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attack on America is remembered by host Jon Rawl with a playing of Alan Jackson's "Where Were You (When The World Stopped Turning)" and the Andrew Jessip Project's "United We Stand." Trace Adkins will star in a new country music-themed series airing on FOX alongside Susan Sarandon. Also, the "Y'all Kickoff Show" highlights Saturday's primetime contest at Razorback Stadium: Texas at Arkansas.
Hurricane Ida blasts coastal Louisiana with 150 mph winds. "Toccopola Storyteller" Jerry Short shares his memories of deadly hurricanes hitting the Pelican State. He also reviews the 1957 Peter Graves film "Bayou" and discusses the handling of cremated remains by the U.S. Postal Service with host Jon Rawl. Ed Orgeron and his LSU Tigers are today's featured college football program. Plus, tips to safely work a generator during scary weather.
The Post and Courier (Charleston, S.C.) Citadel beat writer Jeff Hartsell is back with Jon Rawl for a 14th year of "Citadel GrayLine" broadcasts. Brent Thompson's football team prepares for a road trip to No. 22 Coastal Carolina to commence the new season. An active duty Marine will be on the roster when the Dogs take the field this fall. Also, the athletics department unveils new logos for the Bulldogs – and some Citadel alums are not happy.
Jerry Short joins the show for a special "Toccopola Storyteller" report. Short and host Jon Rawl discuss the embarrassing, humiliating takeover in Afghanistan by the Taliban. Tropical Storm Fred slams into the Florida Panhandle with 65 mph winds. Shane Beamer and the South Carolina Gamecocks are today's spotlight school. Plus, former sorority "dad" Short shares his person insight into Greek life.
Davila's BBQ in Seguin, Texas, has been firing-up tasty Texas brisket and more since 1959. Third-generation pitmaster Adrian Davila shares the family's vaquero roots, menu items, and more. We learn about the game-day traditions, Homecoming, M-I-Z-Z-O-U and the 2021 slate for Missouri Tigers football. Plus, host Jon Rawl relies on Sammi Smith's 1971 classic "Help Me Make It Through The Night" to get through his own tumultuous night.
The Dads are joined by Bill Bender of The Sporting News to talk about the college football season and his life as a dad and are also joined by Jon Rawl of Yall.com to talk about all things southern living, dad life and make our NCAA Football picks.