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Join us on 1819 News: The Podcast for an inspiring journey through the life and mission of Victor Marx, a humanitarian, speaker, martial arts expert, and child advocate. In this compelling series, Victor shares his raw and redemptive personal testimony—overcoming a childhood marked by severe abuse, trauma, and instability to find healing through faith in Christ. From surviving unimaginable horrors to becoming a beacon of hope, Victor’s story is a testament to God’s transformative power.
Together with his wife Eileen, Victor leads All Things Possible Ministries, serving as high-risk missionaries in some of the world’s most volatile regions. Their work focuses on rescuing and restoring veterans, military personnel, and women and children in the Middle East who’ve endured debilitating trauma, while also promoting strong, Christ-centered families. This podcast dives into hard truths, gripping stories of redemption, and frontline updates from their global efforts to combat trafficking and protect the vulnerable. Tune in to hear Victor’s insights on resilience, forgiveness, and purpose, and discover how his ministry brings light to the darkest corners. Visit VictorMarx.com to connect, explore incredible stories, and support their vital work.
Click https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ksA7QnVhYlo for Victor’s entire story on Sean Ryan Podcast.
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Election integrity, immigration, and inflation are the issues that matter most to the people of Alabama, and there are folks in Montgomery making decisions on those things right now.
This week we're bringing one of them on the podcast: Rep. Jamie Kiel.
Kiel has been a conservative stalwart in the Alabama House for seven years now, consistently voting against tax increases, medical marijuana, and gambling expansion despite the tremendous pressure from leadership to vote for those things.
Kiel is well known as an incredible businessman, great husband, and wonderful father, which 1819 CEO Bryan Dawson believes should all be prerequisites to running for office.
In this episode, Kiel shares his story of growing up in Alabama and getting into politics, as well as some stories of fighting bad legislation. Kiel and Dawson also dive into ballot harvesting, the effect of immigration on small towns, and what the Alabama Legislature is doing as far as tax cuts to alleviate the financial burden Alabamians are feeling.
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This week's podcast is another Alabama business spotlight, this time on Nathan Cox, the dynamic founder of 68 Ventures. Cox, a seasoned entrepreneur and storyteller, dives deep into his remarkable journey, tracing his path from humble beginnings to building a powerhouse development and investment company along Alabama’s Gulf Coast. The podcast blends inspiration, practical insights, and old-fashioned grit, offering listeners an unfiltered look at what it takes to turn ambition into action.
The episode kicks off with Cox recounting his early days, fresh from serving in the U.S. Marine Corps, where discipline and resilience became the bedrock of his character. Returning home amidst the 2008 Great Recession, he saw opportunity where others saw chaos. Launching Bellator Real Estate & Development that year, Cox capitalized on distressed assets, assembling investment groups to fuel his vision. Podcast host Bryan Dawson probes into this bold move, and Cox reveals how his father—a pioneering developer in Baldwin County—inspired him to bet on the Gulf Coast’s future. His storytelling shines as he describes the adrenaline of those early risks, setting the stage for his entrepreneurial ascent.
As the conversation unfolds, Cox details the founding of Truland Homes in 2011, which grew into South Alabama’s largest private homebuilder before its 2023 acquisition by D.R. Horton. He shares candid lessons on scaling a business, from navigating supply chain hurdles to fostering a purpose-driven team culture. The host draws out Cox’s philosophy of “betting on yourself,” a recurring theme as he discusses 68 Ventures’ evolution into a billion-dollar enterprise, with over 10,000 single-family lots developed and a thriving multifamily division. Listeners gain actionable takeaways on leadership, vertical integration, and seizing market gaps.
The episode crescendos with Cox reflecting on his transition from CEO to Chairman in 2023, passing the torch to new leadership while staying true to his core values—faith, effort, and courage. Interspersed with lighthearted anecdotes about family life and his love for competition, Cox’s warmth and authenticity resonate. Perfect for aspiring entrepreneurs, this podcast delivers a masterclass in resilience, vision, and the power of betting big, leaving listeners motivated to carve their own paths.
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Richard Scrushy is back in the news and is asserting that exculpatory evidence was intentionally withheld which would have exonerated him from an unjust conviction back in 2006.
In the early 2000s, Scrushy, the CEO of HealthSouth Corporation, was hit with charges of fraud and bribery. Acquitted of the fraud charges, he was eventually found guilty of paying $500K into then Gov. Don Siegelman's education lottery fund in exchange for a seat on the state's Certificate of Need Board.
This week host Bryan Dawson brings on Scrushy for an exclusive interview to discuss his assertion regarding the exculpatory evidence being withheld, as well as hearing more about Scrushy's trip to prison and what he's been doing since his release.
You don't want to miss this exclusive interview!
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Talk radio has been the one bastion for truth conservatives have relied upon for decades. While it may be true that nationally syndicated radio shows are going the way of the dodo since Limbaugh's death, that is not true for local, news/talk radio.
This week Bryan sits down with Alabama's biggest news/talk radio host, Leland Whaley, of Leland Live on Talk 99.5 in Birmingham to hear his story as well as discuss some of the pressing issues and topics of our day.
Leland recently wrote an opinion article for 1819 News titled "We are closing the factory in D.C.", in which he compared the mass firings and closings in D.C. to the way textile factories and other blue-collar factories were shut down because of poor governance. There was no sympathy from the bureaucrats for the blue-collar folks losing their jobs because of the globalization of our economy, yet they are begging for sympathy now that the D.C. factory is being shut down.
This rolls into the conversation of how the forgotten working class was the catalyst for this new political revival we are seeing.
Leland also offers a unique perspective of the Russia/Ukraine conflict that you've likely never heard. He believes we are in a race with China for rare earth minerals that will make the moon race look like child's play.
You don't want to miss this incredibly informative and entertaining interview, tune in now.
OVERTIME: Trump's America and what Leland expects to see in President Trump's first term.
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1819 News has no problem calling out both bad actors and bad things in state government. That being said, we think it is just as important to highlight good people doing good things.
This week 1819 News CEO Bryan Dawson sits down with State Senator Chris Elliott who has consistently been a strong voice for good in the Alabama Senate. That includes being a “no” vote, despite tremendous pressure, on the terrible gambling legislation last session.
In this podcast you will hear about how Sen Elliott got into politics as well as some of the things he's working on this session.
From reeling in occupational licensing and out of control state agency boards to speaking up for veterans and sensible infrastructure spending, Elliott is consistently doing what's right no matter the push back.
Dawson and Elliott also discuss prison conditions as well as the mismanagement of building new prisons and how that can be fixed moving forward.
Overtime Segment: How do we bring Trump's energy into state government?
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Join us for an inspiring podcast featuring John McInnis III, the dynamic CEO of McInnis Industries and co-owner of the iconic Flora-Bama Lounge, as he shares his remarkable entrepreneurial journey and deeply personal faith walk.
This episode dives into the life of a third-generation business leader who transformed a family legacy in construction into a multifaceted empire spanning heavy infrastructure, disaster recovery, and entertainment, all while staying rooted in his Christian beliefs.
Born in Mobile, Alabama, John stepped into the family business—founded by his grandfather in 1970—after graduating from the University of Alabama in 2000. Under his leadership, McInnis Industries has completed over $1 billion in projects, including bridges, roads, and major disaster relief efforts like the Hurricane Katrina cleanup.
But John’s story goes beyond business success. In 2009, he took a bold step into the entertainment world, becoming the majority owner of the Flora-Bama, a legendary beach bar straddling the Alabama-Florida line. With his vision, the Flora-Bama has thrived, hosting massive events like Kenny Chesney’s 2014 concert for 40,000 fans, cementing its status as a cultural landmark.
What sets John apart is how his faith guides every decision. Raised with a strong moral compass by his father and grandfather, he sees his work as a calling to serve others. Whether rebuilding communities after natural disasters or fostering a sense of unity at the Flora-Bama, John believes in putting faith into action. His partnership with Kenny Chesney’s Love for Love City Foundation after Hurricanes Irma and Maria showcased this commitment, as he spearheaded relief efforts in the Virgin Islands, blending his expertise in disaster management with a heart for helping those in need.
In this podcast, John opens up about the challenges of balancing ambition with purpose, the lessons learned from high-stakes ventures, and how his belief in God has sustained him through it all.
Perfect for listeners seeking inspiration, this episode offers a raw, authentic look at a man who’s built a legacy not just of profit, but of impact—proving that business can be a powerful force for good when grounded in a higher purpose. Tune in to hear John McInnis III’s unforgettable story.
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The Department of Government Efficiency has been the primary topic in the national news cycle since Jan. 20th.
You may have thought to yourself, Alabama needs a DOGE. Well, you're in luck because the Alabama Policy Institute (API) is working on that exact thing with ALDOGE.
API has been around for over 35 years working towards limited government, free markets, and strong families in Alabama. Now they have a unique opportunity to replicate the national trend of identifying and eliminating waste and abuse in government.
This week Bryan Dawson is joined by API President and CEO Stephanie Smith to discuss ALDOGE and other things going on in our state government.
You might be surprised to find that under Gov. Kay Ivey, the combined state budgets have doubled with surpluses nearly every year since she has been in office. A budget surplus means they took more money from you than you needed.
You might also be surprised to find that a lone Democrat, State Rep. Anthony Daniels, is working to cut taxes for working class families, while those in leadership positions in our Republican supermajority are working to end tax cuts on overtime but issuing tax cuts to athletes in their NIL deals.
Take a listen to this week's podcast to find out what is really going on in your government.
https://alabamapolicy.org/
https://alabamapolicy.org/research/aldoge-report-on-general-fund-spending-in-alabama/
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In February 2023, U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville discovered that the Department of Defense, under the Biden administration, was paying travel and PTO for female employees who desired to kill their unborn children but were prevented from doing so by state law.
There were not many options for the Senate minority to stop this, but Tuberville placed holds on the mass promotion of military officers, drawing the ire of radical leftists, mainstream media, the Biden regime, and worst of all, many fellow Republicans.
Sen. Tuberville essentially waged war on the culture of death for 10 months, going through hell as the media sought to destroy him while his colleagues left him to fight by himself.
Recently, President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth vindicated Tuberville, saying the Biden administration’s policy violated the Hyde Amendment, exactly what Tuberville said for the 10 months he was pummeled in the media.
Tuberville joins Bryan Dawson this week to talk about his fight and numerous other happenings in D.C. since Trump was inaugurated as the 47th president of the United States, including Space Command returning to Alabama, restoring Title IX by banning men from women's sports, eliminating the unjust double-tax on social security benefits, and more.
Tuberville also joined Trump on Air Force One to attend the Super Bowl and shares some interesting thoughts on the game and the half time show as well.
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The 2025 Legislative Session has begun and we here at 1819 News have it covered for you!
We have more reporters than anyone else covering every aspect of what is happening in Montgomery with a dedicated House reporter and Senate reporter, as well as an Editor who is filling in the gaps and doing a radio show from the statehouse.
As citizens of Alabama, each of us has a responsibility to keep an eye on our state government and to make our voices heard. The flip side of that is the fact that many in state government prefer the citizens turn a blind eye to what they’re up to at the Capitol. They want you to believe the press releases and stump speeches talking about how great everything is in the state. Indeed, they prefer you to be the dog in the burning house meme where the dog is at the table and the house is engulfed in flames and he says, "This is fine."
At 1819 News, we shine the light, pursue the truth of what is going on in Alabama’s government, and keep you informed with easily digestible content. Today is no different as CEO Bryan Dawson and 1819 News Editor-in-Chief Jeff Poor discuss Governor Ivey's invigorating state of the state speech and dive into a preview of what they expect in this legislative session.
Here's a quick preview: We have Democratic reps pushing for tax cuts and Republican municipal leaders looking to increase taxes, ALFA is looking to compete in the healthcare insurance front, and there are some immigration bills likely to come our way. Will the energy President Trump is creating in DC translate to major changes in Alabama? Don't hold your breath, tune in to find out why we don't think so.
OVERTIME: Trump's first 14 Days.
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What we have witnessed since the swearing in of President Donald Trump has been nothing short of incredible. Conservatives have never seen what it looks like for one of our people to ascend to power and then wield that power for the objectivegood. This is new for us, and it’s riveting to watch.
This week, Dawson breaks down what he believes led to the steely resolve we are seeing in President Trump. From the fake Russian collusion accusations to China Flu and eventual lawfare and assassination attempts, today’s Trump is a different man than we saw in 2016.
Dawson also shares about his trip to D.C. for the inauguration, what that experience was like, and then breaks down some of the most impactful executive orders signed on day 1 and what they will mean for the country.
Finally, Dawson brings it home by asking where this type of leadership is in our Republican supermajority state.
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After 31 years, The Rick & Bubba Show has ended. It was a great run, and in those three decades the show became a staple in the Alabama cultural and media landscape, as well as across the Southeast.
At the beginning of the year, host Rick Burgess launched his own show—The Rick Burgess Show—retaining much of the former program’s staff and affiliate stations.
Rumors abound about how and why The Rick & Bubba Show ended and why Bubba isn’t continuing.
Burgess joins Bryan Dawson this week to give the facts and his perspective on the rumors, but more importantly, to cast a vision for The Rick Burgess Show. He explains what’s going to stay the same, as well as what will be different.
Burgess and Dawson go on to talk about Man Church and what Trump’s choices for cabinet positions mean for the trajectory and energy of his second term.
You’ll want to tune in to hear this exclusive interview!
In the week's overtime segment: NIL and the transfer portal are destroying college football. Dawson and Burgess discuss the problem and talk solutions.
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In October 2024, Gov. Kay Ivey used her ""supreme executive power of this state"" to unilaterally fire then-Alabama Department of Veteran Affairs Commissioner Kent Davis.
Quite a saga led up to this unceremonious removal of the beloved ADVA commissioner, and many questions remain on whether Ivey has the authority to terminate a state agency head that serves at the pleasure of an appointed board of directors, in this case the State Board of Veterans Affairs.
A similar situation arose in the COVID pandemic years when the state health officer, who acts as the head of the Alabama Department of Public Health, Scott Harris, came under fire for his tyrannical measures in response to the virus. The governor's office claimed there was nothing Ivey could do, as an appointed board of directors chooses the state health officer, not the governor. Ivey claimed her hands were tied, so much so that legislation was passed to give the governor some authority over who the state health officer is in case another pandemic or health crisis arises.
The only conclusion that can be drawn from this is that Ivey had the authority to fire Scott Harris all along and chose not to, or she didn't have the authority to fire Kent Davis, but did it anyway.
This week Bryan Dawson sits down with former ADVA Commissioner Rear Admiral Kent Davis to hear the entire story from his perspective.
Overtime: War stories with Admiral Davis ... and they involve Hunter Biden!
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Two Alabama Political Firestorms to Start the New Year
Retirement Systems of Alabama (RSA) head David Bronner recently published an article in the RSA's monthly publication The Advisor in which he bashed conservatives and conservative organizations, lamenting that we never offer any positive solutions and then pitching gambling as the panacea for all that ails the state. He named 1819 News specifically as one of those “smart” but troublesome organizations.
Bronner added to his attack with a letter to the editor of Lagniappe Daily in Mobile, criticizing 1819 News' Editor-in-Chief Jeff Poor.
Turning to the other firestorm, there was an obviously coordinated communications strategy in which numerous state agencies showered Governor Kay Ivey with praises almost in eulogistic fashion. In the wake of those adulations, rumors have abounded that she is going to step down. When 1819 News reached out to her office to see if. these rumors were true, we were told "No Comment."
All of that has set the conspiracy wheels ablaze as her stepping down would hand not only the throne to Lt. Gov Will Ainsworth but also incumbency going into what could be a hotly contested gubernatorial primary in 2026.
This week's podcast with 1819 News CEO Bryan Dawson and Editor-in-Chief Jeff Poor is as entertaining and engaging as it is informative and educational.
If you want to be in the know, this podcast is for you!
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In the 2016 Presidential election there was much discussion of a populist uprising. They tried to throw negative connotations towards the term, like they do every other thing that threatens their power.
In this monologue episode of 1819 News: The Podcast, Bryan defines populism as the combined political force of the working class and goes into the history of how the working class ended up in the Republican Party. He also discusses the meteoric rise of populism on the national stage under Donald Trump and why his commitment to actually serve the forgotten American worker was the secret sauce to the 2024 landslide victory, as well as what that means for America, and Alabama.
Before jumping into the meat and potatoes portion of the podcast, Bryan gives an update on state politics, including why he thinks Garlan Gudger could make a real difference as the new Senate Pro Tem. Will there be another huge gambling push in the next legislative session that distracts the legislature from much more important bills that reflect the will of the people? Or will the gambling sycophants lick their wounds from last year's loss and move on to some other money grab?
All that and more on 1819 News: The Podcast
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God is always weaving His way through apparently terrible circumstances. This week we get to hear a story that exemplifies this in an unpredictable way.
Kaleb Dillard is a young military veteran who grew up in Birmingham and attended Briarwood Christian School. A relatively normal, upright young man, Dillard found himself questioning the 2020 election results, a fact which landed him at the national Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, a day that will unfortunately go down in history.
Dillard was caught up in the momentum of frustrated and distrustful Americans, and as a result, came under federal indictment for crimes committed at the Capitol that day.
Dillard is not innocent and never claimed to be, but his story will frustrate you as you hear how his home was raided by federal law enforcement in a massive, publicized show of force with armored vehicles and SWAT teams. Even his parents were cuffed and detained in the back of a cop car as their house was ripped apart. Ironically, Dillard was released a few hours later on a $5,000 bond as he posed no threat to society.
This week we take the journey with Dillard from Birmingham, to D.C., to federal prison, and back to Birmingham, detailing just one of the many ways the federal government retaliated against those who showed up to voice their distrust and displeasure on Jan. 6 th . Along the way, you’ll also be treated to thekind of love story that movies are made of, as we hear how God brought an incredible woman into Dillard’s life through the whole difficult journey.
Sit back, buckle up, and enjoy the ride! This story is something else!
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If we learned anything through the COVID nightmare it is that the medical industrial complex has no limits and no conscience. The things done and the decisions made and enforced from on high had horrific consequences and few positive results, yet no consequences came from the complete failure that was the COVID response.
This week Bryan Dawson hosts Dr. Jordan Vaughn, recent recipient of The Albert Patterson Courage Award. Vaughn, CEO of MedHelp in Birmingham and a Co-Executive Director of Concerned Doctors, discusses President-elect Donald Trump's healthcare-related appointments, offering insight into what these appointees will need to do on day one to right the public health ship and bring transparency to these agencies.
The two also discuss the life-saving work Vaughn is involved in, including helping those dealing with microclotting from the spike proteins, long COVID, and other injuries stemming from the experimental therapeutic we were told was safe and effective.
Perfectly healthy individuals received this therapeutic and became invalids, but after treatment from Vaughn, they were basically "brought back from the dead." Vaughn’s work helping these folks has also opened doors into treating dementia and Alzheimer’s.
Although Vaughn has appeared on the podcast numerous times, this episode sees him really cut loose and bring the heat. You don't want to miss it!
For additional information, check out this clip of Vaughn discussing microclotting and his efforts to remedy those problems with Sharyl Attkisson: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KVGf-XZ3Y_s&t=2221s
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The worst thing for conservatives to do now that Trump has won is to go back to their normal lives and assume everything is going to be hunky dory because our guy won. No, winning the election was the first battle in the war to reclaim our nation and to save Western Civilization.
We are in an existential crisis, meaning that if we don't do what is necessary in these next two years, the America you know and love will not exist in any real or meaningful way.
This week, Bryan does his first monologue tackling this issue and challenges us to ask ourselves, “Do I have the stomach to take the nation back?”And on the topic of stomachs, Bryan shifts gears a bit discussing a life changing realization he had while watching an episode of Tucker Carlson featuring Casey and Callie Means.
His epiphany was that the same people behind making cigarettes as addictive as possible are now behind making ultra-processed foods as addictive as possible, creating an epidemic of obesity that pharmaceutical companies are making billions to treat.
Due to the realization, Bryan shares how his thoughts on food have dramatically changed and how that has positively affected his life. The deeper understanding is that every single area of our life requires intentionality while swimming against the current if we hope to be healthy and flourishing citizens.
Tucker Carlson Episode https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mUH4Co2wE-I
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From the locker room speech in Coach Bryant's last game to "The Fumble" in the 1987 AFC Championship games, Jeremiah Castille had an incredible career filled with some memorable moments. He comes on the podcast this week to share his incredible life story of growing up in Phenix City to coming to know Jesus, playing for Bear Bryant, and even playing in a Super Bowl.
This week's overtime segment is probably the best overtime segment we've done to date, As the University of Alabama's football chaplain, Jeremiah has some incredible stories to tell. We dive into the story of what it was like to be the chaplain during the Tua/Jalen Hurts era, watching those two incredible young men compete to be the quarterback of the top team in the nation, beginning with Tua coming in the second half of the National Championship.
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The question is often asked on this podcast, ""We have a church on every corner in Alabama, but those churches have done little to nothing to slow the spread of radical progressive ideas into our institutions and culture. Why is that?""
Today, we are bringing you one of the greatest contemporary Christian authors and cultural commentators of our day, Eric Metaxas, to answer this question.
Metaxas was in Birmingham as the keynote speaker at 1819 News’ inaugural Albert Patterson Gala to specifically call attention to the need for Christians to truly engage in the culture war, including politics. It was his answer to the question that made him the perfect speaker for our first major event.
On this podcast, the author of Bonhoeffer and Letter to the American Church sits down with CEO Bryan Dawson to share how he believes it’s absolutely critical to get churches playing leading roles in the culture war and how he thinks it can be done. As Metaxas shared, if we’re going to win this culture war and its political implications, churches must engage.
If you’ve been watching what’s been happening and wondering why Alabama churches are often so quiet on these issues, you’ll want to listen to this podcast and share it widely – especially to your church’s leadership.
Overtime Segment: Eric and Bryan discuss Trump's appointments and what they indicate for the nature of his second term as President of the United States.
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