StoryCorps has an exciting new program called Connect 250, to commemorate America’s 250th, and founder Dave Isay visits In Focus with a preview.
StoryCorps’ Connect250 – TPR’s In Focus – July 2, 2026
Ghosts of Gettysburg – TPR’s In Focus – July 1, 2026
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.
“Bill” by Brad Watson – Alabama Aloud with Don Noble
“Bill” from LAST DAYS OF THE DOG-MEN: Stories by Brad Watson. Copyright © 1996 by Brad Watson. Used with permission of the publisher, W.W. Norton & Company, Inc. All rights reserved.
Liberty Bell – TPR’s In Focus – June 30, 2026
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.
Carolyn Hutcheson on Culture and Canoeing
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/
Finding Common Ground: Carolyn Hutchison on Culture, Belonging, and Radio
Carolyn Hutchison, host of Troy Public Radio’s In Focus, discusses culture, belonging, and the power of curiosity in interviewing. She shares personal stories, tips for connecting across differences, the value of lifelong learning, and her passion for outdoor education and community storytelling.
Support comes from the Rosa Parks Museum on Troy University’s Montgomery campus, located on the spot of Mrs. Parks’ historic 1955 arrest, and featuring exhibits that chronicle the history of the Montgomery bus boycott. More information at troy.edu/rosaparks.
Hear Me Out: Convincing the Unconvinced — K‑Pop, Anime & More
Join Troy Public Radio’s Reana Wallace as she launches Hear Me Out, a debate-style podcast where guests try to convince friends and family to give their favorite passions a chance — from K-pop and anime to medieval dramas and fraternities.
Hear the full episode on The Talk of Troy and find the new podcast on major platforms starting July 4.
Jackson Hospital – TPR’s In Focus – June 26, 2026
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!
Talking About Loss: Practical Guidance for Nurses in Bereavement Care – The Rounds – June 2026
In this episode of The Rounds, we’re talking to Kinsey Entrekin, founder of SNAIL (Student Nursing Aid in Infant Loss), about bereavement care for families who lose an infant. We discuss why student involvement matters, how to approach conversations sensitively, and practical supports like keepsake packages and follow-up outreach.
Talking About Loss – The Rounds – June 2026
In this episode of The Rounds, we’re talking to Kinsey Entrekin, founder of SNAIL (Student Nursing Aid in Infant Loss), about bereavement care for families who lose an infant. We discuss why student involvement matters, how to approach conversations sensitively, and practical supports like keepsake packages and follow-up outreach.
