In this episode, Josh Moon and David Person start with a humorous nod to their dedicated listener, Don, and a conversation about Reggie Jackson's candid remarks on racism in Alabama.

They then speak with Montgomery County District Attorney Daryl Bailey, who discusses the persistent violent crime problem in Montgomery and the multifaceted approach needed to address it.

Next, Tafeni English-Relf and Celsa Allende Stallworth from the Southern Poverty Law Center join the show to highlight their Beyond the Vote campaign, aimed at increasing civic engagement and addressing barriers to voting in Alabama.

The episode wraps up with a critique of federal judge Liles Burke's controversial actions in a transgender care case.

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Music credits:

Music courtesy of Mr. Smith via the Free Music Archive. Visit Mr. Smith's page here.