Capitol Journal

Capitol Journal provides extensive coverage of the Alabama Legislature from a studio inside the Alabama Statehouse. Todd Stacy hosts the program, examining key issues and interviewing newsmakers.

May 15, 2026 05/15/2026

May 15, 2026 Steve Flowers; Othni Lathram; John Fortier /episode/index/show/capitoljournal/id/41314840

May 8, 2026 05/08/2026

May 8, 2026 We're covering the Alabama Legislature's special session from soup to nuts. Plus we have polling to share ahead of the May 19 primary. Todd's guests: -Rep. Chris Pringle -Sen. Merika Coleman -AG candidate Jay Mitchell /episode/index/show/capitoljournal/id/41231600

May 4, 2026 05/05/2026

May 4, 2026 Sen. Chris Elliott, (R) - Baldwin County; Sen. Rodger Smitherman, (D) - Birmingham /episode/index/show/capitoljournal/id/41151430

May 1, 2026 05/01/2026

May 1, 2026 We're on location at the ' annual convention, where we are spotlighting the work of local mayors & council members from across the state. We'll also be talking about the upcoming special session at the top. /episode/index/show/capitoljournal/id/41123655

April 24, 2026 04/24/2026

April 24, 2026 We'll catch you up on the week that was in Alabama government & politics, from the delegation in Washington, DC to a new law affecting the coast. Todd's guests: Chief of Staff Liz Filmore Todd Schmidt & Quin Gresham from the /episode/index/show/capitoljournal/id/41010440

April 17, 2026 04/17/2026

April 17, 2026 Sen. Will Barfoot; U.S. Senate candidate Jared Hudson 2026 Young Heroes Award winners: Kayden Bland; Grayson Gay, and Courtney Pride /episode/index/show/capitoljournal/id/40917755

April 10, 2026 - Week In Review 04/11/2026

April 10, 2026 - Week In Review We'll put a bow on the 2026 Regular Session and catch you up on this busy final week. Todd's guests: House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter Senate Minority Leader Bobby Singleton /episode/index/show/capitoljournal/id/40808715

April 9, 2026 04/10/2026

April 9, 2026 The legislative session is over! We'll have the latest from the final day of session and the final day in the current State House. Todd welcomes retiring Rep. Terri Collins to talk about her career advocating education policy improvements. /episode/index/show/capitoljournal/id/40797175

April 8, 2026 04/09/2026

April 8, 2026 Rep. Jim Hill, (R) - Moody /episode/index/show/capitoljournal/id/40780290

April 7, 2026 04/08/2026

April 7, 2026 Day 28 of the legislative session was a busy one, with more bills achieving final passage. We'll catch you up. Todd's guests: State Rep. Russell Bedsole State Rep. Sam Jones /episode/index/show/capitoljournal/id/40769400

April 6, 2026 04/06/2026

April 6, 2026 We're gearing up for the final stretch of the legislative session, which is slated to end this week. Todd welcome's Senate Secretary Pat Harris & House Clerk John Treadwell to talk about the end-of-session scramble plus look toward the new State House. /episode/index/show/capitoljournal/id/40751245

March 30, 2026 03/30/2026

March 30, 2026 We're gearing back up for the homestretch of the legislative session, looking ahead at the next two weeks. Todd, Randy and Jeff preview what is predicted to be a "spicy" week in the House & Senate. Later, Todd welcomes 9th grader Khristopher Gardner to talk about his experience as a House & Senate page. /episode/index/show/capitoljournal/id/40675475

March 26, 2026 03/27/2026

March 26, 2026 With the Legislature on spring break, all eyes are on Washington as Congress continues negotiation a DHS funding deal and, once again, Alabama's delegation is in the thick of it. Todd's guests: Reporter Maggie Kates Natalie Steed & Melanie Poole of The American Village 's Dr. Louis Lambiase /episode/index/show/capitoljournal/id/40648780

March 20, 2026 - Week In Review 03/20/2026

March 20, 2026 - Week In Review We're recapping this week in the Alabama Legislature with just six legislative days remaining. Todd's guests: Washington Correspondent Alex Angle University of Alabama SGA President-elect Samantha Simmons /episode/index/show/capitoljournal/id/40563970

March 19, 2026 03/20/2026

March 19, 2026 Rep. Jeremy Gray Rep. Ernie Yarbrough /episode/index/show/capitoljournal/id/40549945

March 18, 2026 03/18/2026

March 18, 2026 We're covering a day of committee action in the Alabama Legislature with just seven legislative days remaining. Todd's guests: Washington Correspondent Alex Angle University of Alabama SGA President-elect Samantha Simmons /episode/index/show/capitoljournal/id/40536625

March 17, 2026 03/18/2026

March 17, 2026 /episode/index/show/capitoljournal/id/40519975

March 13, 2026 - Week In Review 03/13/2026

March 13, 2026 - Week In Review We're covering a busy week in the State House as the Legislature approaches the homestretch. Plus we'll check in on the congressional delegation in Washington. Todd's guests: /episode/index/show/capitoljournal/id/40457815

March 12, 2026 03/12/2026

March 12, 2026 Trish Crain - Senior Education Reporter, Alabama Public Television /episode/index/show/capitoljournal/id/40418880

March 11, 2026 03/11/2026

March 11, 2026 We're covering a busy day in committee and on the floor as the legislative session checks of the 21st day. Todd's guests: State Rep. Donna Givens Alabama Trucking Association President Mark Colson /episode/index/show/capitoljournal/id/40406875

March 10, 2026 03/11/2026

March 10, 2026 The Legislature was back for the 20th day. We'll have the latest from the State House plus an update on the Congressional delegation. Todd welcomes State Rep. Reed Ingram to discuss his legislation to require the Pledge of Allegiance and an hour of student-led prayer in schools. /episode/index/show/capitoljournal/id/40391515

March 9, 2026 03/09/2026

March 9, 2026 We're getting briefed up for another busy week in the Legislature w/ some key committee meetings on tap. Officer Scott Harris joins Todd to talk about the threat of colorectal cancer, rising Measles outbreaks and more. /episode/index/show/capitoljournal/id/40375210

March 6, 2026 - Week In Review 03/07/2026

March 6, 2026 - Week In Review We're covering a busy week in both Washington and Montgomery with major developments for the state. Todd's guests: House Speaker & newly elected Majority Leader Paul Lee discuss recent events inside the House GOP Caucus Newly-appointed Madison County Commission Chairman Rex Vaughn talks about his new role and managing growth in North Alabama. /episode/index/show/capitoljournal/id/40347785

March 5, 2026 03/05/2026

March 5, 2026 Rep. Jennifer Fidler with Dr. Marck Stalder; Miss Alabama 2025 Emma Terry with Rep. Susan DuBose /episode/index/show/capitoljournal/id/40335210

March 4, 2026 03/05/2026

March 4, 2026 Doug Otto, CEO - Alabama Port Authority Pattie Smith - Alabama Dept.of Mental Health Dr. Curt Lindsley /episode/index/show/capitoljournal/id/40320800

March 3, 2026 03/04/2026

March 3, 2026 /episode/index/show/capitoljournal/id/40307395

March 3, 2026 03/02/2026

March 3, 2026 We have reaction from Alabama's congressional delegation on the attacks on Iran plus we preview the week ahead in the State House. Todd welcomes Director Steve Murray to talk about America's 250th & their recent event on the Montgomery Bus Boycott. /episode/index/show/capitoljournal/id/40289630

February 26, 2026 - Week In Review 02/28/2026

February 26, 2026 - Week In Review We'll review the week that was in Alabama government & politics, from Montgomery to Washington. Todd's guests: Senate President Pro Tem Alabama Youth Governor Carter Holloway & Chief of Staff Shivika Kumar /episode/index/show/capitoljournal/id/40260620

February 26, 2-26 02/27/2026

February 26, 2-26 The Capitol Journal team breaks down Day 17 of this 2026 legislative session from the State House. Todd welcomes Alabama High School Athletic Association Executive Director Heath Harmon to discuss recent decisions and preview the Final Four. /episode/index/show/capitoljournal/id/40247915

February 25, 2026 02/26/2026

February 25, 2026 A busy day in the State House full day of committee meetings & floor action. Todd's guests: Newly named House Majority Whip James Lomax Rep Adline Clark & Miss Auburn University Ashlyn Powers who are advocating for disability awareness /episode/index/show/capitoljournal/id/40236000

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