Best The Culinary Citizen Podcasts (2024)

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"Newswrap's Wild Card Features a Toothy Escape Artist" - TPR's In Focus, May 3, 2024 4:29

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On The Newswrap, Todd Stacy, Host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about the big issue facing the legislators before they adjourn - gambling legislation. And the Wildcard is about one toothy escape artist!By Troy Public Radio

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"Gearing Up for Cinco de Mayo Celebrations " - TPR's In Focus - May 2, 2024 9:46

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Cinco de Mayo is celebrated in both Mexico and the U.S. on May 5th, but May 4th figures into the story. Felix Montelara, podcast producer and creator of the Latin Podcast Awards, talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about the celebration's roots in history.By Troy Public Radio

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"Dothan Pastry Chef Takes On Culinary Competition" - TPR's In Focus - May 1, 2024 9:50

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Food Network contestant and Dothan pastry chef Brooke De Jong talks with In Focus host Carolyn Hutcheson about her May 6th appearance on the new culinary competition - "Next Baking Master: Paris."By Troy Public Radio

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"Explorers Club Comes To Cloverdal Playhouse" - TPR's In Focus - April 30, 2024 9:44

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Sam Wootten, Artistic Director of the Cloverdale Playhouse, and Scott Grinstead, Director of the play, "The Explorers Club," discuss with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus the madcap comedy set in Victorian London. Sam Wootten also previews the upcoming events of the theater.By Troy Public Radio

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"Newswrap Includes a Fur-Flying Wildcard" - TPR's In Focus - April 26, 2024 4:47

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On The Newswrap, Todd Stacy, Host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, discusses legislative interest in expanding Medicaid with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus. And the Wildcard has fur flying all over the palace!By Troy Public Radio

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"Global Ties Alabama Focusing On Citizen Diplomacy" - TPR's In Focus - April 25, 2024 9:45

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Global Ties Alabama brings people and cultures together as a form of citizen diplomacy. Retired U.S. Air Force Colonel Al Allenback, Global Ties Alabama board member, talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about the mission of the nonprofit organization.By Troy Public Radio

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"St. Peter Catholic Church Interwoven With Montgomery History" - TPR's In Foc 9:46

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One hundred and ninety years ago, St. Peter Catholic Church was established in downtown Montgomery. In an on-location interview, sisters Jean Bradley and Ann Schaum talk with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about how the story if the church is interwoven with the history of Alabama's capital city. They discuss St. Margaret's Hospital, the stained gla…

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"Celebrating Earth Week With Thrifting" - TPR's In Focus - April 23, 2024 9:45

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During Earth Week, celebrated Alabama actress and arts educator Dr. Tonea Stewart visits In Focus with special guest Lacheryl Cillie to talk with host Carolyn Hutcheson about the thrifting lifestyle. Dr.Stewart's Suited for Success project prepares young people for careers, and Ms. Cillie's Thrifting Tours teach people how to creatively recycle and…

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"Remembering Randy Foster" — TPR's In Focus Apr. 19, 2024 11:44

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On this special episode of In Focus, we remember musician, educator, and longtime supporter of Troy Public Radio, Randy Foster. Joining host Carolyn Hutcheson to remember Foster are Layne Holley, Director of Marketing and Communication at The Alabama Shakespeare Festival and Sam Wooten, Artistic Director at the Cloverdale Playhouse.…

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"Newswrap With A Wildcard That Brings On The Noise" - TPR's In Focus - April 19, 2024 4:39

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On The Newswrap, Todd Stacy, Host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, shares with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus the results of the Congressional District 2 Primary Election Runoff. And the Wildcard will soon bring on the noise!By Troy Public Radio

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"Whitewater Park Hosting Olympic Trials" - TPR's In Focus - April 18, 2024 9:49

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The Montgomery Whitewater Park is hosting the U.S. Olympic Canoe Slalom and Kayak Cross Trials. CEO Dave Hepps joins In Focus host Carolyn Hutcheson and guest co-host Glenda McNair with a preview.By Troy Public Radio

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"Boosting Financial Literacy in Alabama" - TPR's In Focus - April 16, 2024 9:46

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April is Financial Literacy Month, and Amanda Senn, Director of the Alabama Securities Commission, talks on The Exchange with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about financial education efforts for women, for school students, and for the general public.By Troy Public Radio

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"Newswrap: Fast Moves in the Alabama Legislature" - TPR's In Focus - April 5, 2024 6:02

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For The Newswrap,Todd Stacy, Host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about the Legislative session and its fast-moving political agenda. He also stresses the importance of supporting public broadcasting as a source of nonpartisan news. The Wildcard is about Mr. Tom, the turkey who won't leave sc…

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"Spring Marks Return of Invasive Plants in Alabama" - TPR's In Focus - April 4, 2024 9:44

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The South has struggled with kudzu for generations, so Lee County Historical Society President Charles Mitchell, Auburn University Professor Emeritus of Crops, Soil, and Environmental Sciences, talks with In Focus host Carolyn Hutcheson, at Loachapoka Pioneer Park in east Alabama about kudzu, privet, and other invasive plants. This program was orig…

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"Documenting the Ivory-Billed Woodpecker" - TPR's In Focus - April 3, 2024 9:47

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Historian and author Dale Cox returns to the In Focus Storyline book series to talk with host Carolyn Hutcheson about his own quest to document the existence of the Ivory-billed Woodpecker in the river basin swamps of north Florida and south Alabama. His classic book is "Two Egg, Florida." This program was originally broadcast on Dec. 7, 2023.…

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"Selma Singer Asher Havon Showcases Talent" - TPR's In Focus - April 2, 2024 9:49

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Alabama continues to showcase its musical talent on NBC's "The Voice," with Selma contestant Asher Havon. He talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about his experience on "The Voice," as well as his years singing gospel music and his family's participation in Selma Civil Rights activities. In 2015, Asher sang for President Barack Obama. More inf…

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"Congress" - TPR's In Focus - March 29, 2024 4:29

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Since the Alabama Legislature is on Spring Break, Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal has been catching up on the news from Congress. Host Todd Stacy talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus and shares a Cadbury Bunny wannabe for the Wildcard!By Troy Public Radio

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"Tax Tips pt 2" - TPR's In Focus - March 28, 2024 9:42

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In the second of her two-part interview for The Exchange, Montgomery CPA Lynne Bozeman talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about tax tips for individuals. Lynne, a Troy graduate, is a former Chair of the Alabama Society of Certified Public Accountants.By Troy Public Radio

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"Gee's Bend Quilts On Worldwide Display" - TPR's In Focus - March 27, 2024 9:47

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Recently Kyle Gassiott, Troy Public Radio Director, paid a visit to Gee's Bend in Wilcox County, Alabama, to talk with quilter Mary Ann Pettway about the community's unique and artistic quilts, which are displayed all over the world. In observance of Women's History Month, Kyle shared the highlights of his visit with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus a…

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"Alabama Talent Shines On NBC's The Voice" - TPR's In Focus - March 26, 2024 9:48

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Alabama is showcasing its musical talent on NBC's "The Voice," with Ducote Talmadge, a contestant from Auburn. He is a college student and a firefighter, who is preparing for a career in aviation.By Troy Public Radio

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"Beloved Wetumpka Pup Makes Weekly Wildcard" - TPR's In Focus - March 22, 2024 4:39

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The Alabama Legislature and Governor Kay Ivey aim to remove obstacles that have kept more than 40 percent of Alabamians out of the workforce. Todd Stacy, Host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of the In Focus Newswrap, about their plans. And the Wildcard is about a beloved dog who for almost a decade has h…

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"Montgomery CPA Offers Tax Tips for Businesses" - TPR's In Focus - Mar. 21, 2024 9:47

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Tax season is here, and Montgomery CPA Lynne Bozeman of Richard, Harris, Ingram, and Bozeman shares with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus several tax tips for businesses. Bozeman, a Troy graduate, is past Chair of the Alabama Society of Certified Public Accountants.By Troy Public Radio

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"BBB Offers Tips to Recognize AI Fakes" - TPR's In Focus - March 20, 2024 9:38

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Artificial Intelligence, or A.I., is being used to clone voices, alter photos and video images, and write fake documents. Monde Donaldson of the Better Business Bureau of Central and South Alabama, talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about A.I. red flags. The website www.bbb.org has A.I. educational materials.…

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"Bob Corley Tells Story Behind YouTube Hit Video" - TPR's In Focus - March 19, 2024 9:47

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Montgomery singer-songwriter Bob Corley talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about the story behind his original song, "A Penny More," and the making of his subsequent YouTube video.By Troy Public Radio

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"TikTok in the Spotlight in Weekly Newswrap " - TPR's In Focus - March 15, 2024 4:48

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On the Newswrap, while the Alabama Legislature is on spring break, Todd Stacy, Host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus, about the near hysteria over the Congressional House vote to "divorce" the U.S. from Tik Tok, since it is an activity of the Chinese Communist Party and could be a spy tool. Ti…

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"Wiregrass Archvies to Preserve Pandemic Stories" - TPR's In Focus - March 14, 2024 9:46

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Professor Martin Olliff, Director of the Wiregrass Archives based at Troy University's Dothan Campus, talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about the WA collection of Covid-19 stories from Wiregrass residents since March 2020. To contribute personal experiences to the Covid-19 Wiregrass Archives, e-mail Professor Olliff at molliff@troy.edu. He a…

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"From Vaping to Quitting" - TPR's In Focus - March 13, 2024 9:46

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While cigarette smoking is on the decline among teens, vaping is on the rise. Robin Geurs, Clinical Research Coordinator in the Division of Pediatric Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine at UAB, talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about the impact on lungs and heart of vaping. Information on quitting is at these websites: smokefree.gov and quitnowalab…

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"Prattville Installs Baby Box to Save Infants" - TPR's In Focus - March 12, 2024 9:47

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Deputy Fire Chief Josh Bingham of the Prattville, AL, Fire Department, talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus on location at Fire Station #4 near I-65 North about Safe Haven Baby Boxes. The Prattville Fire Department was the second in the state to install a Baby Box, in which a newborn can be placed if the mother is unable to care for the infant.…

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"Newswrap Brings A Wildcard From Wisconsin" - TPR's In Focus - March 8, 2024 4:51

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On The Newswrap, Todd Stacy, Host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about recent IVF and School Choice legislation, as well as legislators' conflict over gambling proposals. And the Wildcard hams it up in Wisconsin!By Troy Public Radio

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"Author Edith Powell Details Tuskegee's Fight Against Polio"- TPR's In focus - March 7, 2024 9:43

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For The Storyline book series on In Focus, Dr. Edith Powell, author of "A Black Oasis, Tuskegee Institute's Fight Against Infantile Paralysis, 1941-1975," shares with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus the story of how Tuskegee Institute became a treatment center for African American polio victims.By Troy Public Radio

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"Troy Public Radio Debuts New Arts Program" - TPR's In Focus - March 5, 2024 9:44

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Troy Public Radio is celebrating a new program that explores the Arts across the state of Alabama - "Art Fell on Alabama," produced by the Alabama State Council on the Arts. Hosts of the program Annemarie Anderson and Stefani Priskos talk with Carolyn Hutcheson about the topics and guests on the Arts program, which airs Mondays at 3:44 p.m., Wednes…

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"Genealogical Research Leads to More Family Stories" - TPR's In Focus - March 6, 2024 9:47

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Lynn Schlick, President of the Alabama Genealogical Society, shares a poem her grandmother wrote during the Great Depression, as she talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about the March 16th Spring Seminar at the Alabama Department of Archives and History. Website: algensoc.orgBy Troy Public Radio

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"Todd Stacy Previews Alabama's SuperTuesday" - TPR's In Focus - Mar. 4, 2024 9:48

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Todd Stacy, Host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about the March 5th Primary Election in Alabama. He discusses the new District 2 Congressional race, as well as Amendment One on the ballot.By Troy Public Radio

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"IVF Issue Leads This Week's Newswrap" - TPR's In Focus - Mar. 1, 2024 4:49

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This week on the Newswrap, Todd Stacy, Host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about Alabama's priority to address the IVF In Vitro Fertilization issue, which is getting national attention.By Troy Public Radio

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"ADT Celebrates Women's History Month With Cinderella" - TPR's In Focus - Feb 29, 2024 9:48

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In a nod to Women's History Month, the Alabama Dance Theatre brings back the ballet, "Cinderella," March 7th -10th, at the historic Troy University Davis Theatre in Montgomery. Kate Seale Smith, Artistic Director, and Emily Flowers, Managing Director, talk with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about the 2020 performance of the beloved ballet as the pa…

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"A New Look At Africatown's Orgins" - TPR's In Focus - Feb. 28, 2024 9:33

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In 2018, the remains of the Clotilda, the last ship carrying enslaved people in1860 from west Africa to the U.S. were discovered in the Mobile River. The survivors established Africatown, although some were shipped to Wilcox, Dallas, and Clarke counties, Alabama. Laura Hill, Communications Editor of the online Encyclopedia of Alabama, talks with Ca…

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Professor Unveils Digital Photography Exhibit On Ukraine - TPR's In Focus - Feb. 27, 2024 9:46

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Stephen Humphreys, a Georgia-based attorney who teaches law and history at a university in Kiev, Ukraine, talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about his February digital photography exhibit, "Broken Bridges Over Ukraine," at the Johnson Center for the Arts in Troy. He has spent a decade investigating corruption and war crimes, and he discusses …

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"Newswrap Focuses On DEI Changes in Alabama" - TPR's In Focus - Feb. 23, 2024 4:44

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On The Newswrap, Todd Stacy, Host of Capitol Journal on Alabama Public Television, talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about two Legislative issues -DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) and IVF (In Vitro Fertilization). And the Wildcard is about a missing radio tower in north Alabama!By Troy Public Radio

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"Cogongrass Still Posing Threats to Farms and Forests" - TPR's In Focus - Feb. 22, 2024 9:45

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One of the most beautiful invasive plants in Troy Public Radio's tri-state coverage area is Cogongrass, but it is deadly to farmland and forests. Dana Stone, Director of the Forest Management Program at the Alabama Forestry Commission, and Owen Andrews, AFC Cogongrass Coordinator, talk with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about the destruction caused…

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"Tree Seedlings WIll Plant the Future in Montgomery" - TPR's In Focus - Feb. 21, 2024 9:46

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As Alabama celebrates Arbor Week, Brandon Brazil, longtime volunteer with the Montgomery Tree Committee, talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about Tree City USA and the Capital City's urban forest. On Feb. 24, tree seedlings will be given to residents at a special event at Ida Bell Young Park from 10 a.m. to 12 noon.…

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"Sparing Heartbreak By Avoiding Romance Scams" - TPR's In Focus - Feb. 20, 2024 9:35

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Although February is known as Valentine Month and also Heart Month, the Alabama Securities Commission calls it Fraud February! On The Exchange, Amanda Senn, ASC Director, talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about typical red flags associated with Romance scams - with requests for money at the top of the list.…

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"Alabama Legislature Gambling On Bills" - TPR's In Focus - Feb. 16, 2024 4:46

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The Alabama Legislature is forging ahead with several bills in record fashion. On The Newswrap, Todd Stacy, Host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about bill proposals to address gambling and restrict ballot harvesting.By Troy Public Radio

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"Troy Public Radio Debuts InChoir Podcast" - TPR's In Focus - Feb. 15, 2024 9:49

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Troy Public Radio's newest podcast, InChoir, has listeners enthralled. Dr. Diane Orlofsky, co-host, talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus, about InChoir's mission of bringing composers of choral music to the attention of listeners. Dr. Scott Sexton is co-host of the program.By Troy Public Radio

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"Author Recalls Tuskegee's Polio Fight" - TPR's In Focus - Feb. 8, 2024 9:45

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In part one of a two-part interview for The Storyline book series, Dr. Edith Powell, co- author of "A Black Oasis, Tuskegee Institute's Fight Against Infantile Paralysis, 1941-1975," talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about Tuskegee, Warm Springs, FDR and Eleanor Roosevelt in the era to find a cure for polio.…

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"Host Rick Steves Shares His Travel Philosophy" - TPR's In Focus - Feb. 7, 2024 9:45

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Rick Steves, Host of "Travels with Rick Steves" on public radio, joins Kim Walker, Director of the Women's Philanthropy Board at Auburn University, in a conversation with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about Rick's philosophy of travel as a broadening cultural experience. Kim previews the Feb. 12th Winter Wanderings program, when Rick will deliver t…

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'Centreville Alabama Designs the Future" - TPR's In Focus - Feb. 6, 2024 9:39

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Centreville, Alabama, lies in the center of the state and is undergoing a project to enhance its future community prospects. Gina Clifford, Executive Director of Design Alabama, talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about how Centreville, a Main Street community, is partnering with Design Alabama to increase its tourism and economic prospects. A…

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"Todd Stacy with the 2024 Legislative Preview" - TPR's In Focus - Feb. 1, 2024 9:43

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The Alabama Legislature opens its 2024 session on February 6th, and Todd Stacy, Host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about several of the top legislative proposals.By Troy Public Radio

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"Short the Squirrel Marks Birthday and Literary Progress - TPR's In Focus - Jan. 31, 2024 9:40

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Alabama's Literacy Mascot, Short the Squirrel, is about to celebrate his fourth birthday. Monica Anderson Young and Dr. Dee Dupree Bennett talk with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about the creation of the beloved mascot, whose mission is to encourage youngsters to read. Feb. 22, Short will celebrate his 4th birthday with a virtual party filmed at L…

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Troy U.'s Chancellor On His Path To Leadership - TPR's In Focus - Jan. 30, 2024 9:47

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Troy University Chancellor Jack Hawkins, Jr., talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about his path to leadership and his podcast, "On Leadership." He stresses the need for leadership skills in all levels of society today.By Troy Public Radio

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"Newswrap Focuses On Alabama Workforce Consolidation" - TPR's In Focus - Jan. 26, 2024 4:42

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On the Newswrap, Todd Stacy, Host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about Lieutenant Governor Will Ainsworth's proposed initiative to consolidate the state's various workforce development agencies. And the Wildcard is about a high-flying cell phone!…

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