https://www.apr.org/commentary Commentary en-US Copyright Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:17:25 GMT https://www.apr.org/commentary/2026-04-12/alabama-out-loud-april-in-motion In the eighth episode of Alabama Out Loud, we take a look at what April brings across Alabama, from spring events and outdoor activities to sports and community life throughout the month. Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:17:25 GMT https://www.apr.org/commentary/2026-04-12/alabama-out-loud-april-in-motion Aydan Conchin https://www.apr.org/show/speaking-of-pets-opinion/2026-04-11/deductible-pets Finding deductions on your tax return can be a challenge and unfortunately most of us cannot deduct our pet-related expenses! Sat, 11 Apr 2026 13:55:00 GMT https://www.apr.org/show/speaking-of-pets-opinion/2026-04-11/deductible-pets Mindy Norton https://www.apr.org/show/storycorps-selma/2026-04-07/im-scared-and-alone-and-frightened-and-wondering-how-this-happened This week on StoryCorps, we hear Veteran Jeanne Charbonneau's terrifying story of giving birth on a Turkish army base, and the challenges that ensued. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT https://www.apr.org/show/storycorps-selma/2026-04-07/im-scared-and-alone-and-frightened-and-wondering-how-this-happened Nick Taylor https://www.apr.org/show/don-nobles-book-reviews/2026-04-06/be-not-afraid This week, Don reviews Be Not Afraid: A Southern Journey Through Law, Liberty, and Civil Rights by Jack Drake. Mon, 06 Apr 2026 12:55:00 GMT https://www.apr.org/show/don-nobles-book-reviews/2026-04-06/be-not-afraid Don Noble https://www.apr.org/show/speaking-of-pets-opinion/2026-04-04/pet-safety-at-easter Pet safety at Easter includes making sure your pet does not have access to chocolate or high fat foods, or decorations which could harm your pet. Make it a happy Easter for the whole family, including the furry ones! Sat, 04 Apr 2026 13:54:00 GMT https://www.apr.org/show/speaking-of-pets-opinion/2026-04-04/pet-safety-at-easter Mindy Norton https://www.apr.org/show/quick-fire-quips/2026-04-01/the-bee-the-bend-the-threads-of-generations Fannie Etheridge has been quilting for 30 years, but she’ll be the first to tell you that the legacy of Gee’s Bend started long before her. She shared a beautiful insight during our latest Quick-Fire Quips: The women who started the Freedom Quilting Bee didn't have five-year business plans—they had an idea, a community and the drive to build something from nothing. Today, those quilts aren't just blankets, they are world-renowned art. Wed, 01 Apr 2026 17:47:36 GMT https://www.apr.org/show/quick-fire-quips/2026-04-01/the-bee-the-bend-the-threads-of-generations Baillee Majors https://www.apr.org/show/storycorps-selma/2026-03-31/its-a-safe-place-when-home-isnt-safe-anymore This week on StoryCorps, Susan Youngblood tells the story of her career as an advocate for victims of domestic abuse. She begins with her graduation from paralegal school in Nashville and then tells how she went on to establish the SABRA sanctuary to protect victims here in Alabama. Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:00:00 GMT https://www.apr.org/show/storycorps-selma/2026-03-31/its-a-safe-place-when-home-isnt-safe-anymore Ben Kopper https://www.apr.org/show/don-nobles-book-reviews/2026-03-30/a-land-more-kind-than-home-and-when-ghosts-come-home This week, Don reviews A Land More Kind Than Home and When Ghosts Come Home by Wiley Cash. Mon, 30 Mar 2026 12:55:00 GMT https://www.apr.org/show/don-nobles-book-reviews/2026-03-30/a-land-more-kind-than-home-and-when-ghosts-come-home Don Noble https://www.apr.org/commentary/2026-03-28/alabama-out-loud-women-shaping-alabama In the seventh episode of Alabama Out Loud, I highlight Women’s History Month across Alabama. This episode explores the impact women have had in shaping communities across the state and highlights the roles they continue to play today. Sat, 28 Mar 2026 16:03:40 GMT https://www.apr.org/commentary/2026-03-28/alabama-out-loud-women-shaping-alabama Aydan Conchin https://www.apr.org/show/speaking-of-pets-opinion/2026-03-28/apr-is-pet-friendly Alabama Public Radio is not just a friendly media outlet - it is PET-friendly - just one more reason to support it during the current fund drive! Sat, 28 Mar 2026 13:55:00 GMT https://www.apr.org/show/speaking-of-pets-opinion/2026-03-28/apr-is-pet-friendly Mindy Norton