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.
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Wednesday Jan 14, 2026
Wednesday Jan 14, 2026
Today's In Focus guest is award-winning Alabama poet, Jeanie Thompson, who discusses her projects with two artistic collaborators.
Tuesday Jan 13, 2026
Tuesday Jan 13, 2026
While consumers are facing higher costs in 2026, fraudsters are learning new ways to separate you from your money. Amanda Senn of the Alabama Securities Commission visits In Focus.
Friday Jan 09, 2026
Friday Jan 09, 2026
A new Alabama poll reveals that the top concern of Alabamians is the economy. Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, returns for the Newswrap. And the Wildcard puts a badge on a frog!
Thursday Jan 08, 2026
Thursday Jan 08, 2026
Tyler Teresa, southeastern regional administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration, visits In Focus with the outlook for entrepreneurs in 2026.
Thursday Jan 08, 2026
Thursday Jan 08, 2026
At the end of 2025, the number of measles cases in the U.S. had risen to more than two thousand. In Focus brings you a conversation with Dr. Wes Stubblefield of the Alabama Department of Public Health about measles.
Thursday Jan 08, 2026
Thursday Jan 08, 2026
Today, Renee Raney chief naturalist for Alabama State Parks, shares stories about her Cherokee heritage and the parks in winter.
Thursday Dec 18, 2025
Thursday Dec 18, 2025
While we are surrounded by the joy of the holidays, there also can be grief as loved ones and pets are remembered. Author Liz Fryer visits In Focus with her tips for coping with holiday grief.
Friday Dec 12, 2025
Friday Dec 12, 2025
On the Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, recaps the year's big stories and looks ahead to 2026. And for the Wildcard, Todd chooses his 2025 favorite!On the Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, recaps the year's big stories and looks ahead to 2026. And for the Wildcard, Todd chooses his 2025 favorite!
Thursday Dec 11, 2025
Thursday Dec 11, 2025
For many people, pets are members of the family. Today's In Focus brings you the story of a mischievous Labrador retriever, who attended concerts! Author Martin Mayer joins the "Paws for Animals" series.
Wednesday Dec 10, 2025
Wednesday Dec 10, 2025
The holidays are full of celebrations, gift giving, and unpleasant surprises from scammers! On The Exchange from In Focus, the Better Business Bureau shares who and what to beware of, to keep your season joyful.