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Most news focuses on national stories. But we can’t directly affect what happens in Washington. We started 1819 News The Podcast to focus on news, politics, and public policy in the state of Alabama. 1819 News provides independent and unbiased journalism the way it should be. Tune in to hear important news stories that focus on Alabama.
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Aug 21, 2024 • 40min
Tim Harry: A Rags to Riches and Rescuing Kids Story from Right Here in Alabama
Tim Harry was born in a rural Alabama town and the thought of running a multimillion-dollar, executive security firm never crossed his mind as a child, but that is exactly where he's landed as the Founder and CEO of Severance Security.
Going to foreign countries to rescue children from slavery was also not something he saw in his future, but as an active board member of Children's Rescue Initiative he has found his mission field.
Severance Security protects everything from high profile individuals to beachfront condos – and they do it with excellence. Through his work, Harry saw the startling statistics of suicide rates in veterans. He also saw that within a mile of every major mass shooting there was a veteran who could have done something about it. Armed with this knowledge, Harry set out to give veterans a sense of purpose by using their skills and training to protect people, places, and things that need protecting.
Hearing the story of Tim Harry coming from obscurity to founding an executive security firm and saving children from sex slavery is an inspirational one you’ll want to hear!
Overtime: Bryan sits down with Tim, who trained snipers for some of the largest contract security firms in the world, to hear his thoughts on the Trump assassination attempt. What he has to say will shock you!
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Aug 14, 2024 • 28min
Election Integrity Maxxing in 2024 with Christina Bobb
Christina Bobb, a former Trump attorney and RNC's Election Integrity Counsel, dives into the pressing issue of election integrity. She highlights the influences of big tech and media on the 2020 election, discussing the alarming evidence of manipulation. Bobb emphasizes the need for improved voter ID laws and public engagement to help secure the 2024 elections. She also shares her personal struggles for speaking out about election discrepancies, advocating for activism and transparency to protect democracy.

Aug 7, 2024 • 39min
One Generation Away with Brilyn Hollyhand
“Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn't pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same, or one day we will spend our sunset years telling our children and our children's children what it was once like in the United States where men were free.”
This famous quote is from President Ronald Reagan and is the focal point of a new book authored by Brilyn Hollyhand whose mission is to awaken the next generation to conservative values and what it will take for them to secure freedom in America for their children and grandchildren.
Brilyn sits down with Bryan Dawson to discuss this new book as well as other current events in the national political realm.
As the Chairman of the RNC's Youth Advisory Council, Brilyn gives first hand feedback on the response from Gen Z to the JD Vance nomination for VP, the assassination attempt, and more.
Overtime Segment: The Decentralization of Mass Media: The impact of Elon buying Twitter and the rise of Tucker and Candace as independent voices.
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Jul 31, 2024 • 36min
Lt. Gov Will Ainsworth on the 2024 Olympic Opening Ceremonies, Aerospace, and Workforce Development
Will Ainsworth, the Lieutenant Governor of Alabama, shares insights from the Farnborough International Airshow about the state’s rising status in the aerospace sector. He emphasizes the importance of vocational training for high school students, advocating for paths beyond college. The conversation becomes heated as they analyze the controversial portrayal of Christian themes during the 2024 Olympic opening ceremony, questioning the implications for faith in modern media. Ainsworth also touches on Alabama's business climate and workforce development initiatives.

Jul 24, 2024 • 23min
JD Vance, Trump Assassination Attempt, and more from RNC 2024 w/ Chairman Wahl
The last four to five weeks could be the most monumental in American politics.
During the first 2024 presidential debate, the whole world was confronted with the undeniable reality of a sitting president with very serious health problems. Two weeks later, there was an attempted assassination of President Donald Trump. The next day Republicans from all over the nation gathered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin for the 2024 Republican National Convention. There, Republicans made Donald Trump the official nominee and he then named J.D. Vance as his running mate.
The energy of the 2024 RNC was beyond electric with incredible speakers from Hulk Hogan to Tucker Carlson, performances from Kid Rock, and President Donald Trump introduced by UFC founder Dana White. It was quite the change from RNC conventions of yore.
In this week's episode, 1819 News’ Bryan Dawson sits down with ALGOP Chairman John Wahl to discuss the convention, what it means that Trump chose JD Vance, and what they each believe happened on that fateful day in Butler, PA.
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Jul 17, 2024 • 59min
Moms for Liberty: Exposing the Insidious Agenda to Steal Your Children
With the level of incompetence we see in governing bodies across our state and nation, it becomes challenging to tell if the insidious things taking place are coming from a place of malicious intent or the result of the government being run by complete idiots.
Both are scary prospects, but the ladies from Moms for Liberty really believe it is the former. They join us on the podcast this week to discuss what they are doing to fight back.
COVID was a tragic time for our country but in numerous ways it opened the eyes of countless Americans to how bad things had gotten, particularly in public schools. Conservatives, by and large, just want to work, raise their families, and be left alone. But as the saying goes, "You may not be interested in war, but war is interested in you".
Emily Jones and Rebecca Watson sensed this war, each in their own way, and responded by starting local Alabama chapters of Moms for Liberty to educate, unify, and empower parents to protect their parental rights at all levels of government. We hear the story of how this all came about and dive into Title IX, unlicensed therapy sessions, and more.
OVERTIME SEGMENT: The Children Can't Read, Let's Lower the Standard Everyone knows the odds of children succeeding in life greatly suffers if they can't read by 3rd grade.
Well, Alabama has found a solution... Apparently, they are lowering the standards so it looks like more kids are reading by the end of 3rd grade when really they’re not.
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Jul 10, 2024 • 16min
Christian Nationalism: What is it and why does it matter? w/ Pastor Doug Wilson
Pastor Doug Wilson discusses Christian Nationalism, morality, and the role of the state. He debates the importance of values in government and challenges the idea of a 'values-neutral' state. The podcast delves into the impact of imposing morality through laws and the contrasting outcomes of Christian versus secular values.

Jul 3, 2024 • 43min
Anti-White Racism … The Elephant in the Room w/ Jeremy Carl
Jeremy Carl, author of 'The Unprotected Class', discusses anti-white racism in America, covering topics like deceptive census choices, anti-white hiring policies, and the cultural war. He delves into the motivations behind racism, the implications on society and solutions moving forward. The 'Overtime Segment' explores conservative struggles in the culture war.

Jun 26, 2024 • 47min
IVF and the End of Abortion w/ Pastor Jeff Durbin
Pastor Jeff Durbin, a former martial artist turned pastor, discusses the moral implications of IVF and the fight against abortion. They explore the challenges of ending abortion in different states and debate the ethical concerns surrounding IVF, questioning when life truly begins.

Jun 19, 2024 • 46min
How One Mom Started a Movement with Hannah Rees of Clean Up Alabama
If you’re following 1819 News, you’ve heard the horror stories of pornographic books placed in the children's section of public libraries across Alabama. You’ve probably asked yourself if this is really happening, too. It is.
Deviant ideologues are pushing books containing explicit writing and images that encourage children to question their gender and perform homosexual acts with one another. These people are purposefully corrupting the innocence of children.
This week, we hit this disgusting travesty head-on as we sit down with the founder of Clean Up Alabama, Hannah Rees, to hear the story of how one angry momma bear made a huge difference for her community and, ultimately, the entire state.
Over time Rees’ leadership attracted an incredible group of warriors and partnerships with activist organizations across the state. But it can’t be forgotten that the fight started with her deciding she wasn't going to allow this literature to remain on the shelves of the Prattville Public Library – no matter what it took.
This podcast is one of the most encouraging stories of victory for conservatives in Alabama. Hannah talks about the wins, how they were accomplished, and the work that still needs to be done.
Overtime Segment: Bryan and Hannah discuss why just Momma Bears are getting it done and ask, “Where are the men?!?” Plus, Hannah shares the importance of “following through”, as she likes to say.
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behind-the-scenes content!