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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
Pike County Patriot - TPR's In Focus Nov. 11, 2026
On Veterans Day, In Focus brings you the story of a Revolutionary War patriot, who survived his war wounds and made his way to Pike County, Alabama from South…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Jake Tiger Seminole - TPR's In Focus - Nov. 10, 2026
Seminole textile artist Jake Tiger returns to In Focus during Native American Heritage Month, to discuss his tribal ties to Alabama and his November 14th…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Midterm Election Results - TPR's In Focus - Nov. 6, 2026
On the Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's "Capitol Journal," analyzes the midterm election results. And the Wildcard is…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
First Peoples of Alabama - TPR's In Focus - Nov. 5, 2026
November is Native American Heritage Month, and today's In Focus brings you a preview of the new "First Peoples of Alabama" exhibit and art festival at the…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Fall Allergy & Asthma Tips - TPR's In Focus - Nov. 4, 2026
Dr. Micheal Blaiss visits In Focus today with advice about coping with fall allergies and asthma. He is an allergist, immunologist, and clinical professor at…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Alabama's Midterms: Voters and Coverage—TPR's In Focus—Nov. 3, 2026
Troy Public Radio's Carolyn Hutcheson talks with TPR Director Kyle Gassiott and Alabama Public Television's Todd Stacy about their voting experiences, voter…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Midterm Elections - TPR's In Focus - Oct. 30, 2026
On today's Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, discusses the midterm election outlook. And the Wildcard…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Haunted Hospital - TPR's In Focus - Oct. 29, 2026
Today's In Focus brings you the story of a famous hospital-turned-hotel in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, said to be the most haunted hotel in America. Dr. Jocelyn…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Public Radio Music Day - TPR's In Focus - Oct. 28, 2026
October 28th is Public Radio Music Day, and this year's theme is "Sounds Like Home." Radio director Kyle Gassiott joins In Focus today, as we celebrate the…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Fall at Alabama State Parks - TPR's In Focus - Oct. 27, 2026
Autumn leaves showcase the most colorful season to visit Alabama state parks. On today's In Focus, chief naturalist Renee Raney takes us on a "Five for Fall"…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Political Poll - TPR's In Focus - Oct. 23, 2026
On the Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's "Capitol Journal," discusses a political survey that reveals the top concerns of…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Red Light Therapy - TPR's In Focus - Oct. 22, 2026
Can red light therapy grow hair and slow down the signs of aging, or treat acne? UAB dermatologist Dr. Lauren Kole visits In Focus with answers.
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Fresh Air Family Alabama Book - TPR's In Focus - Oct. 21, 2026
Verna Gates is a naturalist who is passionate about sharing Alabama's outdoors. She visits In Focus today and previews her new book, "Fresh Air Family."
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
Mary Louise Kelly - TPR's In Focus - Oct. 20, 2026
In November, NPR's Mary Louise Kelly will be stepping down as host of "All Things Considered," and today In Focus brings you an interview we recorded in the…
- In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson
CHOOSE Act - TPR's In Focus - Oct. 16, 2026
On today's Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's "Capitol Journal," discusses how the CHOOSE Act has become a hot topic in…
- 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.