Alabama Data Centers, Montgomery’s $375M Bond, & Magic City Academy | Craig Monger

Alabama Data Centers, Montgomery’s $375M Bond, & Magic City Academy | Craig Monger

Data centers are rapidly becoming one of Alabama’s most controversial political and economic issues—but are they inevitable, and what protections should communities demand? On this episode of 1819 News: The Podcast, Bryan Dawson is joined by investigative journalist Craig Monger for a wide-ranging discussion about proposed data centers in Alabama, including projects in Bessemer and Lowndes County. They examine concerns surrounding power-grid capacity, water usage, environmental impact, noise, tax incentives, local transparency and whether these developments will truly benefit Alabama communities. Dawson and Monger also discuss Montgomery’s proposed $375 million bond issue, the city’s crime and policing problems, and whether large entertainment and development projects can solve deeper cultural and economic challenges. The conversation then turns to Craig’s reporting on Magic City Acceptance Academy, Birmingham AIDS Outreach, federal grant funding and questions surrounding Alabama’s education bureaucracy and textbook-selection process. Like, subscribe, comment, and share to support independent journalism and the pursuit of a free and flourishing Alabama.

Troy Carico: The Medal of Honor Story They Tried to Bury | Veterans, F-35s & Government Waste

A single article can change history. On this episode of 1819 News: The Podcast, Bryan Dawson sits down with military veteran and 1819 News columnist Troy Carico to discuss three investigations that led to real-world impact—from helping secure the long-overdue Medal of Honor for Marine Major James Capers Jr. to exposing questions surrounding Alabama veterans programs and raising concerns about the security of advanced F-35 fighter jets stationed in Montgomery. The conversation covers military leadership, government accountability, veterans' issues, national security, and how investigative journalism can influence public policy. If you care about America's military, veterans, government transparency, and the future of Alabama, don't miss this conversation. 👍 Like, subscribe, and share to support independent journalism and the pursuit of a free and flourishing Alabama.

Birthright Citizenship, World Cup, and Globohomo: Andrew Isker

What does the Supreme Court's birthright citizenship ruling really mean? Is globalization changing what it means to be an American? In this episode of 1819 News: The Podcast, Bryan Dawson is joined by author and pastor Andrew Isker to discuss the Supreme Court's birthright citizenship decision, immigration, national identity, the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and the concept of "Globohomo"—the push toward a borderless, homogenized global culture. They examine the 14th Amendment, legal vs. illegal immigration, assimilation, Trump's immigration agenda, Christian civilization, and why these issues will shape America's future. If you care about immigration, citizenship, conservative politics, and the future of the West, this episode is for you. 👍 Like, subscribe, comment, and share to support independent journalism and the pursuit of a free and flourishing Alabama.

PATRIOTS ARE IN CONTROL: My thoughts on the GOP primaries and runoffs

Alabama politics is changing fast after the 2026 GOP primaries and runoffs. In this episode, Bryan Dawson breaks down Tommy Tuberville’s move toward the governor’s race, Barry Moore’s U.S. Senate win, John Wahl’s lieutenant governor victory, Katherine Robertson’s attorney general race, and the conservative wave reshaping Alabama politics. This Alabama political update also covers Supreme Court fallout, birthright citizenship, mail-in ballots, grassroots conservatives vs. the Montgomery establishment, anti-incumbent wins in the Alabama Legislature, gambling politics, the State Board of Education shift, and why Alabama could become a national model for conservative governance. If you follow Alabama politics, conservative news, Republican primaries, Tommy Tuberville, Barry Moore, 1819 News, or the future of the Alabama GOP, this episode is a must-watch. 👍 Like, comment, subscribe, and share this episode to help more people stay informed on what’s happening across Alabama.

Britain’s Warning to America: Grooming Gangs, Child Abuse & the Cost of Cultural Decline

On this week's episode of 1819 News: The Podcast, Bryan Dawson examines two shocking stories out of the United Kingdom that have sparked outrage across the Western world. First, Dawson discusses the recently released report detailing decades of organized grooming gangs that preyed on vulnerable British girls while authorities looked the other way. Then, he breaks down the horrific child abuse case that has reignited debate over adoption policies, child welfare systems, and the responsibility of institutions to protect children. Dawson argues that these stories are more than isolated incidents—they are warning signs of what can happen when political leaders, cultural institutions, and public officials refuse to confront difficult realities. Topics include: * The UK grooming gang scandal * Institutional failures and accountability * Child welfare and adoption controversies * Immigration, culture, and public policy * Lessons America and Alabama should not ignore 👉 Like, subscribe, comment, and share to support independent journalism and help us continue the pursuit of a free and flourishing Alabama.