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Start your morning with the latest news and stories from Alabama. Then, hear the stories behind the stories as Ike Morgan is joined by voices from the AL.com newsroom and beyond for deep dives on pressing topics, news quizzes and a whole lot of fun.

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What was that space jellyfish that appeared over Auburn?

2026/10/14

Did anyone see that space jellyfish in the sky over Auburn early Tuesday morning? We’ve got answers about what the heck that was, plus the latest news on Alabama’s next Costco, a record setting year in Mobile, plus the state house and senate races to watch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you remember the 2016 Alabama clown panic? Plus, Tuberville and Jones won't debate, trade barbs

2026/10/13

Ten years ago, the town of Flomaton, Ala. was plagued by the mysterious Flomo Klown. That's the subject of a new Hulu documentary we discuss today on Down in Alabama. We're also taking a look at the latest election news for Tommy Tuberville and Doug Jones, voter fraud arrests made in Alabama, and the final voyage of the SS United States. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Newsmakers and Superlatives: Jones, Tuberville, Kristen Saban

2026/10/12

Let's kick off the week with a quick catchup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hurricane Isaias approaches the Alabama Gulf Coast

2026/10/09

Weather reporter Leigh Morgan joins us to talk about the potential effects nationwide from Hurricane Isaias. We also have the refusal of another political debate and arrests for allegedly unlawful voting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kirby Smart makes a Nick Saban play

2026/10/08

Now that Nick Saban IS sports media, did he dish out a little "rat poison" for Georgia before the Alabama game? Kirby Smart makes his case. Also: Keep an eye on the weather news as Hurricane Isaias approaches Alabama. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two storms: One tropical, one regarding data centers

2026/10/07

We have a tropical storm in the Gulf. It was updated from a tropical depression with the National Hurricane Center's 4 a.m. update. Plus, the rush to build data centers in rural Alabama is on while a couple of red-tape windows are open. So it's hurry, hurry, hurry for those not wanting to miss out and dread, fear and anxiety for those not wanting to share a property line with the facilities. Also, we have the passing of former University of Alabama football coach Dennis Franchione. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Grand jury to consider alleged threats to Trump

2026/10/06

If you love government, you might look into moving to Bessemer, where they kind of have two of them right now. We'll also explain the Alabama Power security breach, at least what we know right now, and how anti-Trump fervor might have landed some college students in hot water. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some superlatives from the past 7 days in Alabama

2026/10/05

Doesn't everybody love an awards show? Here's our version. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Summit has new owners

2026/10/02

Somebody has bought one Alabama's No. 1 shopping destination, and it's less than three months until Christmas. Y'all don't worry, though: The buyer's not planning to take it anywhere. We'll have that story in a few seconds, then talk about Rocking the South, two train derailments and a retiring meteorologist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another healthcare crunch: Few insurance options

2026/10/01

We'll take a look at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama's grip on the health-insurance industry in Alabama. We'll also talk politics and Tuskegee University's role in the America's Corps of Cadets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mobile considers buying snow equipment

2026/09/30

Snow preparations for Mobile, Alabama. Is it worth spending taxpayer money on? We'll also talk about the Northern Beltline and the auto industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Congress to the rescue?

2026/09/29

We have news updates on the Protect College Sports Act, a very late-in-the-game appointment by Gov. Kay Ivey and the Nick Saban documentary. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

News in the news: A defamation case and the Gulf of something

2026/09/28

A local public-radio official says the station is being coerced to use the phrase "Gulf of America." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trump to take election-season Alabama trip

2026/09/25

Also: The end of the AISA's role in Alabama high school athletics; more closed desegregation cases. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Election '26: Let the fur fly; Tuberville-Jones on gas prices

2026/09/24

Tommy Tuberville levies a four-legged accusation at airline workers while Doug Jones blames him for high gas prices. Also: Trash Pandas are Southern League champs and the most overlooked town in Alabama is ... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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4.7 out of 5

208 reviews

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Jim C. of Anderson, SC 2026/07/31

Fast taking John needs to ChillOut 7/30/26

Please ask the fill- in for Ike , fast talking John to Chill Out. Today’s podcast 7/30/26 about Fauci was Not Balanced politically!!! I’ll sign of...

★★★★☆

Sally Bee 222 2026/02/06

Terrific podcast

I’m from Alabama in the sense that my grandparents, parents, aunts and uncles, and cousins lived/live in Alabama. I came every summer and lived there ...

★★★★★

Topoe 2025/12/10

Just right

Nice and short, hitting the most interesting stories, with wry humor instead of spin. Ike and I would probably agree on some things and disagree on ot...

★★★★★

OHoneyQ 2025/10/07

great info

I appreciate the coverage of everything from politics, sports and current events. This show is interesting and informative.

★★★★★

Scnich 2025/07/02

Are you must for Alabama information

If you are interested in keeping up with what’s going on in Alabama you need to listen to Down in Alabama. It’s a quick and concise summary of what’s ...

★★★★★

Victor Creed-RTR 2025/04/18

A little slice of home

I travel a lot for work and this podcast always makes me feel like a little piece of home is with me wherever I go. I also listen to it when I’m at ho...

★★★★★

Dem in Bama 2025/01/31

Confused

I receive DIA email daily and try to listen to podcasts. I am disappointed that we are not seeing the weekly quiz. They are so much fun and I miss the...

★☆☆☆☆

Warwench 2024/08/03

Neutrality would be good

Are you not able to report events in a neutral way? Not particularly only politics, but that question reaches to many topics. Please.

★★★★★

Boaz Flash 2024/07/03

Happy 4th of July!!!!

I really enjoy Ike and Down In Alabama. The ‘ news with humor ‘ approach is very refreshing. I listen daily. John Hammontree is a great fill-in for I...

★★★★★

Huntsville Listener 2024/06/14

Happy Anniversary

I’m a daily listener. Ike starts my day with a mix of fun and news. The occasional extended format ant the news quiz are great upgrades.

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