E49 - David McRaney - Music by Cary Hudson

E53 - Christina Dent - Music by Between the Banks Band

Christina Dent is the president of the End It For Good Organization based out of Jackson, MS. End It For Good calls for the decriminalization of substance abuse as it typically endangers and worsens the conditions of chronic substance users' lives. Dent is an established author, a Tedx speaker, a podcaster, and an incredible advocate for those struggling with addiction. Listen in to hear about the work she is doing to change the way we see drug addiction and eliminate punitive measures towards it. Music for the episode provided by Between the Banks Band with songs "Atmosphere" and "Slow."

E52 - Elise Firth - Music by Whiskey Kiss - The Nikopalooza Episode

Elise Firth is a multi-faceted young woman/rockstar. James, Holley, and Elise discuss music, songwriting, the loss of loved ones, and the memory of Niko Everette.

E51 - Ben Compton - Music by Candace Bush Band

James and Holley of Rough Draft Hattiesburg welcome local comedian Ben Compton to the show! Ben Compton is a rising star in the comedy world. Native to Picayune, MS, Compton now calls Hattiesburg his true home and draws his hilarious comedic narrative from everyday life. Join us for a humorous and informative conversation about Ben's struggles and successes in the comedic world! Music for the episode provided by Candace Bush Band with original songs "Highway Foot" and "This is Rough."

E50 - Rough Draft Hattiesburg's 50th Episode! - Oracle Reading by Brandiilyne Magnum-Dear - Music by Kelsey Wishik

James and Holley have officially done 50 episodes of Rough Draft Hattiesburg. To celebrate, Brandiilyne Magnum-Dear, owner of Red Jasper, preacher, and oracle reader, performs a reading for the city of Hattiesburg. Music for the episode provided by Kelsey Wishik.

E49 - David McRaney - Music by Cary Hudson

James and Holley are joined by best-selling author David McRaney; creator of "You Are Not So Smart," "You Are Now Less Dumb," and "How Minds Change." McRaney also operates the "You Are Not So Smart" podcast. In his work, McRaney explains various psychological phenomena and seeks to answer difficult psychological questions like "why we are the way we are" and "why our choices are psychological." Music for the episode provided by Hattiesburg music legend, Cary Hudson.