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

51 minutes ago
51 minutes ago
9 min
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 Alabama Department of Archives and History.

2 days ago
2 days ago
9 min
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 the Medical College of Georgia.

2 days ago
2 days ago
13 min
Troy Public Radio's Carolyn Hutcheson talks with TPR Director Kyle Gassiott and Alabama Public Television's Todd Stacy about their voting experiences, voter turnout across Alabama, and new digital ballot resources available to voters during the state's midterm elections.
They also discuss election-day coverage plans from Troy Public Radio and Alabama Public Television, share tips for following results as they come in, and explain how listeners can find polling locations and stay informed throughout election night.

6 days ago
6 days ago
4 min
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 has one city holding a black cat round-up ahead of Halloween!

7 days ago
7 days ago
9 min
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 Cullity of the University of South Alabama reveals the con artist who proclaimed a cure for cancer!

Oct 28, 2026
Oct 28, 2026
9 min
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 music programs you love on Troy Public Radio.

Oct 28, 2026
Oct 28, 2026
9 min
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" radio tour of five Alabama state parks.

Oct 23, 2026
Oct 23, 2026
4 min
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 Alabamians before they vote in the midterm elections. And the Wildcard brings to mind a favorite children's story!

Oct 22, 2026
Oct 22, 2026
9 min
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.

Oct 21, 2026
Oct 21, 2026
9 min
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."









