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In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Join the conversation each weekday on ”In Focus” as host Carolyn Hutcheson talks with: artists, historians, experts, environmentalists, musicians, authors, and other big thinkers and change makers. Carolyn brings her three decades of on-air experience, her curious mind, and her warm conversational style to each episode. We hope you join us and take time to bring your world, In Focus.
Episodes
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Landmarks Foundation - TPR's In Focus - Oct. 15, 2026
Jessica O'Connor, executive director of Landmarks Foundation, visits In Focus to talk about the preservation of historic structures in Montgomery's Old Alabama…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
1559 Spanish Shipwreck in Pensacola Bay - TPR's In Focus - Oct. 14, 2026
In Focus brings you the story of a 1559 Spanish expedition shipwreck in Pensacola Bay that was caused by a hurricane. The wood from the wreckage survived to…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
5-Minute Breaks That Save Your Life - TPR's In Focus - Oct. 13, 2026
Our electronic devices have many of us sitting for hours. NPR's Manoush Zomorodi has a solution in her book, "Body Electric," and she visits In Focus today.
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Hurricane Isaias - TPR's In Focus - Oct. 9, 2026
On today's Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's "Capitol Journal," discusses Hurricane Isaias in the Gulf. And the Wildcard…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Wings for Widows - TPR's In Focus - Oct. 8, 2026
Today's In Focus brings you a conversation with David Hayes, a certified financial planner, who is a volunteer with the nonprofit, "Wings for Widows," helping…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Montgomery Symphony Orchestra Celebrates 50 Years - TPR's In Focus - Oct. 7, 2026
The Montgomery Symphony Orchestra is celebrating its 50th anniversary, and we visit with Maestro Jamie Reeves, music director and conductor, today on "In…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Payment Apps - TPR's In Focus - Oct. 6, 2026
Payment apps are convenient for consumers, but scammers have found ways to steal the money. Amanda Senn, director of the Alabama Securities Commissions, tells…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
CHOOSE Act - TPR's In Focus - Oct. 2, 2026
On the Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's "Capitol Journal," discusses the latest report about the CHOOSE Act, which…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Boll Weevil - TPR's In Focus - Oct. 1, 2026
Today's In Focus guest, Lynn Schlick, tells the story of how Coffee County farmers saved their farms from an invading pest in the early 20th century. And that…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Pollinators - TPR's In Focus - Sept. 30, 2026
On today's In Focus, we look at an urban space at the Alabama Forestry Commission headquarters that was turned into a pollinator garden for butterflies and…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Quilt Festival - TPR's In Focus - Sept. 29, 2026
The world-famous quilts of Gee's Bend, Alabama, will be celebrated next Saturday, October 3rd, with the Airing of the Quilts Festival, and In Focus brings you…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
White House vs. Press - TPR's In Focus - Sept. 25, 2026
On today's Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's "Capitol Journal," discusses the ongoing issue of press coverage of the…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Education Survey - TPR's In Focus - Sept. 18, 2026
On Today's Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's "Capitol Journal," discusses the latest survey about public support for…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Two-Toed Tom - TPR's In Focus - Sept. 17, 2026
Today's In Focus brings you the story of a giant alligator names Two-toed Tom, as first told to us by historian and author Dale Cox in August of 2023.
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Aaron Burr in Alabama - TPR's In Focus - Sept. 16, 2026
One of the most popular In Focus segments has been Colonel Bryan Morgan's story of Aaron Burr in Alabama and his duel with Alexander Hamilton. Today we bring…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Historic Westville Village - TPR's In Focus - Sept. 15, 2026
Historic Westville Village in Columbus, Georgia is the third oldest living history village experience in the U.S. Today's In Focus brings you an interview with…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Campaigns - TPR's In Focus - Sept. 11, 2026
On today's Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's "Capitol Journal," discusses how the gubernatorial campaigns are heating up…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
SEACT's Next Act - TPR's In Focus - Sept. 10, 2026
Fans of the Southeast Alabama Community Theatre will be excited to hear that SEACT is moving forward with plans for a major project, while offering a full…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Lucas Tavern & Billie - TPR's In Focus - Sept. 9, 2026
In Focus takes you to Montgomery's Old Alabama Town, where a hero of the American Revolution was celebrated at Lucas Tavern. We talk with the living block…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Shady Grove Farm - TPR's In Focus - Sept. 8, 2026
The Shady Grove Road Blueberry Patch Farm in Tuskegee, Alabama was featured in the June-July issue of Southern Living Magazine, so In Focus called the owner…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Data Centers - TPR's In Focus - September 4, 2026
This week on the Newswrap from In Focus, the Alabama gubernatorial race is heating up between Democrat Doug Jones and Republican Tommy Tuberville—and the topic…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Persausion Book - TPR's In Focus - Sept. 3, 2026
In this uncertain economy, have you looked at your buying habits? Dr. Shari Hoppin, Troy University associate professor of journalism, visits In Focus to…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Dolly's Imagination Library - TPR's In Focus - Sept. 2, 2026
The year 1995 saw the launch of Dolly Parton's Imagination Library in honor of her father, who couldn't read. In Focus brings you an update on the library…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Pawbook - TPR's In Focus - Sept. 1, 2026
Now that school is back in session, In Focus brings you a conversation from 2024 with Liz Fryer, a retired Troy school teacher whose book, "Spencer's Pawbook…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Ann Kenda - TPR's In Focus - August 31, 2026
For more than six years, Ann Kenda has been your Morning Edition host, bringing you the news of the day on Troy Public Radio. In Focus shares a fond farewell…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
META Settlement - TPR's In Focus - August 28, 2026
This week on the Newswrap from In Focus, Alabama Public Television's Todd Stacy tells guest host Kyle Gassiott what the META settlement means for the state of…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Women and Crime - TPR's In Focus - August 27, 2026
In Focus brings you a conversation today from October of 2021 with crime reporter Jeremy Gray about his book, "Wicked Women in Alabama," and the methods they…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Treasure Hunting at Scottsboro's Unclaimed Baggage Store - TPR's In Focus - August 26, 2026
Today's In Focus brings you a favorite interview from summer of 2024 with the Unclaimed Baggage Center, a popular destination for bargains in Scottsboro…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
The German Count - TPR's In Focus - August 25, 2026
Today's In Focus brings you the story of a German count, his castle, and the dollar in your pocket as part of the series "Genealogy in your Genes."
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Jackson Hospital - TPR's In Focus - August 21, 2026
On the Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, discusses how Jackson Hospital was rescued from closing its…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Forestry Expert's Tick Prevention Tips - TPR's In Focus - August 20, 2026
If you enjoy what the outdoors offers you, be on the lookout for what comes with it: ticks! Registered forester Greg Brewer share his tips for navigating…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Jake Tiger - TPR's In Focus - August 19, 2026
As America's 250th celebration continues, Jake Tiger visits In Focus to share the American Indian perspective. Jake belongs to the Seminole Tribe of Oklahoma…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Guitar "Festi-Pull" - TPR's In Focus - August 18, 2026
Greg Thornton visits In Focus with a preview of the Joe Thomas, Jr. "Festi-pull" at Montgomery's Cloverdale Playhouse, with twelve musicians ready to share…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Alabama Election - TPR's In Focus - August 17, 2026
On the Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, discusses the results of the second congressional district…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Measles, Cyclosporiasis, and Food Safety - TPR's In Focus - August 13, 2026
With all the news about foodborne illnesses, as well as the spread of measles, and questions about vaccines, State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris visits In…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Creek War - TPR's In Focus - August 12, 2026
On today's In Focus, historian Dr. Kathryn Braund discusses an epic battle in Alabama that launched Andrew Jackson to national prominence.
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Payment App Scams - TPR's In Focus - August 11, 2026
The Alabama Securities and Exchange Commission is alerting people that scammers are using payment apps to defraud consumers. A.S.C. director, Amanda Senn…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Farm Bill - TPR's In Focus - August 7, 2026
On the Newswrap from In Focus, Jeff Sanders of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal discusses the farm bill and the August 11th special primary…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Hear Me Out! - TPR's In Focus - August 6, 2026
"Hear Me Out!" is a popular new podcast with host Reana Wallace, who explores opinions about music, social media, movies, books, and pop culture. Joey Hudson…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Toothless the Cat - TPR's In Focus - August 5, 2026
Today, In Focus brings you the story of "Toothless the Cat" and his wildlife companions, plus an armadillo on the chase in our Pause for Animals series.
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Horseshoe Bend - TPR's In Focus - August 4, 2026
Horseshoe Bend National Military Park presents a poignant reminder of the price of American history. Park superintendent Andrew Miller visits in Focus today to…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Rural Hospitals - TPR's In Focus - July 31, 2026
On the Newswrap from In Focus, reporter Randy Scott fills in for Todd Stacy at Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, where he has been investigating…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Family Historian - TPR's In Focus - July 30, 2026
During America's 250th anniversary, the Alabama Genealogical Society hosts its fall seminar August 8th at American Village in Montevallo. Research chair…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Truman and Nelle - TPR's In Focus - July 29, 2026
Author Marianne Weber has a new play about Truman Capote and Nelle Harper Lee traveling to Kansas to interview the murderers of a farm family for the book, "In…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
AU Project - TPR's In Focus - July 28, 2026
In Focus brings you news today of an innovative project from Auburn University that will benefit rural Alabama for years to come.
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Congressional Actions - TPR's In Focus - July 24, 2026
On the Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, discusses the Defense Authorization Act recently passed by…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Truman and Nelle - TPR's In Focus - July 23, 2026
In Focus brings you a preview from director Tom Salter of a new Wetumpka Depot Theater play about Truman Capote and Harper Lee and their trip to Kansas to…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Celebrating Zelda at the Fitzgerald Museum - TPR's In Focus - July 22, 2026
The F. Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald Museum in Montgomery is having a birthday party Saturday celebrating artist and novelist Zelda Fitzgerald, and In Focus has a…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Cloverdale Playhouse - TPR's In Focus - July 21, 2026
Today's In Focus brings you a visit with Sam Wooten, artistic director of Montgomery's Cloverdale Playhouse, about a fun play for the entire family!
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Education Gains - TPR's In Focus - July 17, 2026
On today's Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, reports that students are making big gains in educational…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Cyclospora Alert - TPR's In Focus - July 16, 2026
With the increase in cases of the cyclospora parasite causing intestinal illness, the director of food safety for the Alabama Department of Agriculture and…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Luna the Cat Part 2 - TPR's In Focus - July 15, 2026
Today's In Focus brings you part two of our conversation with two Florida archaeologists about a cat that a Spanish galleon brought to the Florida Gulf Coast…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Luna the Cat - TPR's In Focus July 14, 2026
There is more to the story of America than its 250th birthday. On today's In Focus, two Florida archaeologists bring you the story of Luna the Cat, brought to…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Judge Dismisses Challenge to Tuberville’s Alabama Residency
On the Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, discusses the court ruling on gubernatorial candidate Tommy…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Alabama Ornithological Society - TPR's In Focus - July 9, 2026
If you are plagued by mosquitoes and other flying insects this summer, attracting birds can help reduce them. Dr. Shirley Farrell, president of the Alabama…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Dixie Art Colony - TPR's In Focus - July 8, 2026
Today, Tisha Rhodes and Mark Harris bring you the story of the legendary Dixie Art Colony and its roots in Alabama.
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Revolutionary Road Trip - TPR's In Focus - July 7, 2026
As America continues its 250th birthday celebration, Darley Newman visits In Focus with her new book, "Revolutionary Road Trip," to tell the story of a famous…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
StoryCorps’ Connect250 - TPR's In Focus - July 2, 2026
StoryCorps has an exciting new program called Connect 250, to commemorate America's 250th, and founder Dave Isay visits In Focus with a preview.
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
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.
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
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…