1819 News: The Podcast

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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 mi...

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, ci...

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.

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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 ca...

What happens when the church steps out of the fight for culture and leaves politics, education, and public policy to secular institutions?

In this episode of 1819 News: The Podcast, Bryan Dawson sits down with Dr. Randy Brinson, chairman of the Christian Coalition of Alabama, for a wide-ranging discussion on the church's role in culture, politics, education, healthcare, prison reform, and the challenges posed by artificial intelligence. Together, they explore why Christians have historically helped shape civilization and what happens when the church withdraws from the public square.

The conversation also explores the growing dangers of...

Alabama Republicans will soon choose their nominee for Lieutenant Governor. Watch the full 1819 News runoff debate featuring Secretary of State Wes Allen and former Alabama Republican Party Chairman John Wahl as they discuss their vision for Alabama's future and the role of the Lieutenant Governor.

This debate gives Alabama voters an opportunity to hear directly from both candidates ahead of the Republican runoff election. Subscribe to 1819 News for more Alabama political coverage, candidate interviews, and election updates.

Watch the full 1819 News U.S. Senate runoff forum featuring Republican Senate candidates Jared Hudson and Congressman Barry Moore as Alabama voters prepare to choose their nominee for the United States Senate.

Due to congressional votes in Washington, D.C., Congressman Barry Moore was unable to attend in person and delivered a recorded message outlining his record in Congress, support for President Donald Trump’s agenda, border security efforts, military and veteran advocacy, and conservative legislative accomplishments.

Jared Hudson responded by expressing his disappointment that Moore could not face off in person, and then went on...

Who should be Alabama's next Attorney General? Watch the full 1819 News runoff debate featuring Republican Attorney General candidates Jay Mitchell and Katherine Robertson as they discuss the issues shaping Alabama's future.

This debate gives Alabama voters an opportunity to hear directly from both candidates ahead of the Republican runoff election. Subscribe to 1819 News for more Alabama political coverage, candidate interviews, and election updates.

Watch the complete 2026 Alabama Republican Runoff Debate Night hosted by 1819 News, featuring candidates in three of the state's most closely watched statewide races: Attorney General, Lieutenant Governor, and U.S. Senate.

This full event brings together leading conservative candidates to discuss the issues shaping Alabama's future, including:

Election integrity and voter security
Illegal immigration and border enforcement
Crime and public safety
State sovereignty and federal overreach
Economic growth and tax policy
Education and parental rights
Government accountability and transparency
National security and military readiness
Alabama's role in...

Has America abandoned the values that once shaped Western civilization?

In this episode of 1819 News: The Podcast, host Bryan Dawson examines Pride Month, the rise of what he calls "Christless Conservatism," and the cultural forces he believes have transformed America over the last several decades.

Bryan discusses the sexual revolution, the role of modern conservatism, the decline of traditional family values, and why he believes the Christian family remains the foundation of a healthy society. He also explains why many conservatives failed to resist cultural change and what Christians can do to reclaim their influence...

In this episode of 1819 News: The Podcast, Bryan Dawson sits down with Aaron Miller, founder of the Institute for Christian Statecraft, for a deep conversation on Christianity, politics, leadership, and the future of Western civilization.

They discuss what “Christian statecraft” actually means, why Christians can’t retreat from politics, the importance of building generational inheritance, and how strong Christian leadership can reclaim culture and institutions. The conversation also explores Rhodesia, the failures of modern conservatism, the rise of Christian nationalism, and why young men are searching for purpose, mission, and truth in an increasingly hostile culture.

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Host Bryan Dawson is joined by Allen Mendenhall and Tyler O’Neil for a deep dive into the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC), its legal troubles, donor controversies, “hate map” fallout, and growing scrutiny from Alabama and federal officials.

They discuss the SPLC’s history, allegations tied to informants and extremist groups, corporate America’s reliance on SPLC designations, the impact on conservative and Christian organizations, and what legal accountability could look like moving forward.

Topics covered:
SPLC indictment, hate map controversy, Turning Point USA, Family Research Council, corporate DEI influence, Alabama AG investigation, federal le...

In this explosive conversation, Bryan Dawson sits down with filmmaker and researcher Chad O. Jackson to discuss the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC), activism, propaganda, cultural Marxism, public education, media narratives, and the future of America’s institutions.

The two dive deep into:
- The history and influence of the SPLC
- “Agitprop” and modern political activism
- Marxism, liberation theology, and cultural revolution
- Public schools and ideological influence
- Redistricting battles in Alabama
- The role of media in shaping public opinion
- Christianity, Western civilization, and the cultur...

This week on 1819 News: The Podcast, we tackle one of the most controversial and widely debated questions in modern Christianity: Who is the true Israel of God?

With tensions rising in the Middle East and theology increasingly influencing political conversations, CEO Bryan Dawson sits down with Pastor Rich Lusk to bring clarity—not chaos—to the discussion.

We break down:
- The difference between “replacement theology” and “fulfillment theology”
- What the Bible actually says about Israel, the Church, and Jesus
- How modern geopolitics and theology are colliding
- Whether Christians o...

Former Congressman Mo Brooks joins the podcast to break down a bombshell report on how millions of dollars in gambling money is being funneled into Alabama politics.

Brooks details how out-of-state—and even international—gambling interests are allegedly laundering money through PACs to influence key elections across the state. From shadowy organizations to massive ad spending, this conversation uncovers the scale and strategy behind what he says is a coordinated effort to buy political power.

We also dive into:
- How gambling money is entering Alabama campaigns
- The role of political action comm...

On this episode, Bryan Dawson breaks down the final day of the legislative session and the major decisions that shaped its outcome.

From the closed primaries debate to controversial moves surrounding key legislation, we dive into what happened behind the scenes—and why it matters moving forward. Was this a missed opportunity for conservatives? Or a strategic political move?

This episode is a fast-paced, high-level breakdown of the biggest moments from the last day of session, featuring analysis you won’t hear anywhere else.

🎙️ If you care about state politics, legislative strategy, and the futur...

On this episode, Bryan Dawson breaks down the final day of the legislative session and the major decisions that shaped its outcome.

From the closed primaries debate to controversial moves surrounding key legislation, we dive into what happened behind the scenes—and why it matters moving forward. Was this a missed opportunity for conservatives? Or a strategic political move?

This episode is a fast-paced, high-level breakdown of the biggest moments from the last day of session, featuring analysis you won’t hear anywhere else.

🎙️ If you care about state politics, legislative strategy, and the futur...

In this episode, Rodney Walker breaks down the biggest issues facing America today—from the exploding national debt to immigration, infrastructure, and the growing disconnect between politicians and real-world business experience.

Drawing from his background in oil and gas, agriculture, and entrepreneurship, Walker explains why he believes the country needs more business-minded leadership and fewer career politicians.

We also dive into faith, public service, and what it really means to move from success to significance—a theme that has shaped Walker’s journey into politics.

If you care about the future of the countr...

Former University of Alabama gymnast, writer, and filmmaker Dee Foster joins 1819 News: The Podcast with Bryan Dawson for a powerful conversation on media narratives, identity politics, and her role in the groundbreaking MLK Project documentary.

Foster reacts to a controversial article that featured her in a list of “influential Black women,” sparking a deeper discussion on gender identity, representation, and modern cultural trends. She also shares her personal journey—from elite athletics to storytelling—and how faith, discipline, and life experience shaped her perspective.

Plus, an inside look at the MLK Project with Chad O Jackson...

A student mic. No filters. No easy questions.

At this live Turning Point-style event, students confront Bryan Dawson and State Rep. Ernie Yarbrough on everything from abortion and sexuality to religion, freedom, and the role of government.

The result? A tense, honest, and sometimes explosive conversation about whether America is built on truth—or drifting into chaos.

Watch the full exchange and decide for yourself.

Former U.S. Rep. Jerry Carl sits down for an in-depth, no-holds-barred interview on the biggest issues facing Alabama and the nation. From the aftermath of redistricting and his run to reclaim Alabama’s 1st congressional district to inflation, immigration, and faith in public service, nothing is off the table.

Carl shares candid reflections on his time in Congress, lessons learned, and the challenges of navigating Washington politics. He opens up about his faith, personal setbacks, and why he’s stepping back into the fight.

Whether you agree or disagree, this conversation offers a raw and...

Bryan Dawson, host of 1819 News: The Podcast, visited a Turning Point USA “Prove Me Wrong” event where college students stepped up to the microphone to challenge him with tough questions. Nothing was off limits.

Dawson opened the event by presenting his core idea of “Christ or Chaos,” arguing that societies flourish when they align with biblical principles and natural law.

Throughout the event, students pushed back, asked challenging questions, and shared their own perspectives on politics, religion, and culture.

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Can a Navy SEAL sniper shake up Washington? In this exclusive interview, Jared Hudson, former Navy SEAL and founder of Covenant Rescue Group, shares why he’s running for U.S. Senate in Alabama—and how his faith in Jesus Christ guides everything he does.

This is more than politics—it’s about legacy, faith, and the future of our children.

Is America finally ready to fix the broken foster care system? In this powerful episode, Lee Marshall—CEO & Founder of Kids to Love—shares how Alabama is leading the way in privatized foster care reform. As new federal legislation shines a spotlight on foster care, Marshall explains how her organization has created a model that moves children to permanency faster, protects families, and prioritizes trauma healing.

Marshall’s work through Kids to Love is setting a new national standard—one focused on permanency, accountability, and real healing. If you care about adoption, foster care reform, faith-bas...

Are we watching the collapse of Western civilization in real time?

Seth Gruber joins 1819 News with a blunt warning: America is at a breaking point—and the Church must decide where it stands. Founder of The White Rose Resistance and creator of The 1916 Project, Seth explains why this moment is different … and why neutrality is no longer an option.

From abortion and gender ideology to cultural decay and spiritual confusion, this conversation confronts the crisis head-on: faith, politics, leadership, and the future of the West.

If you care about defending faith, family, and free...

CEO Bryan Dawson traveled to Washington, D.C., for an exclusive, in-person interview with U.S. Sen. Tommy “Coach” Tuberville—filmed inside Tuberville’s Senate office on Capitol Hill.

In this high-stakes conversation, Tuberville lays out what he believes is the most urgent fight facing the country: the SAVE Act and election integrity. He warns that if Congress fails to act before the next election, the consequences could permanently reshape the nation.

From Washington power struggles to Alabama’s future, this interview connects the dots between what’s happening in D.C. and what it means for fa...

Admiral Brian Christine, Assistant Secretary for Health at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, joins 1819 News: The Podcast for an in-depth conversation on the most critical health, life, and cultural issues confronting America.

Serving under President Donald Trump and HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Christine offers a rare, inside look at how the Trump administration is reversing radical Biden-era policies and restoring science, accountability, and moral clarity to federal healthcare.

What is really happening to Europe—and who is behind it?

Host Bryan Dawson sits down with investigative journalist and documentary filmmaker Anthony Rubin to expose what Rubin witnessed firsthand while tracking mass migration routes from Africa into Europe for his documentary Replacing Europe. From the Canary Islands to France and the U.K., Rubin reveals how governments, NGOs, and UN agencies facilitate migration—and why it continues despite overwhelming public opposition.

The house was packed at a recent Point Clear Republican Women gathering as Alabama attorney general candidates faced off in a high-energy, spirited forum. From violent crime and voter fraud to DEI, transgender ideology, gambling, DHR abuses, and federal overreach—this conversation makes one thing clear: the future of Alabama is at stake. Hosted by 1819 News CEO Bryan Dawson.

What happens when ideology replaces reality—and power is built on chaos instead of competence?

In this episode of 1819 News: The Podcast, Bryan Dawson delivers an unfiltered monologue on crime, power, and ideology, linking Montgomery’s collapse, Minneapolis unrest, and the broader culture war into one unavoidable pattern. If you’ve watched content on political corruption, urban crime, elections, or cultural breakdown, this episode pulls you deeper—exposing why chaos is rewarded, accountability disappears, and why what’s happening in Alabama mirrors what’s happening nationwide.

The culture war isn’t theoretical anymore—it’s shaping our laws, our churches, and our future in real time.

In this episode of 1819 News: The Podcast, Bryan Dawson takes a hard look at why the culture war is the real battleground shaping America’s future. From Minneapolis and anarcho-tyranny to media control, education, and the collapse of the Christian ethos, Bryan explains why politics is downstream from culture—and why Christians can no longer pretend faith and politics are separate.

We explore how decentralized media is reshaping public life, why neutrality is a myth, and what h...

The United States is no longer governed by law — it’s governed by anarcho-tyranny.

In this explosive interview, political theorist and The Total State author Auron MacIntyre breaks down how modern liberal democracies devolve into tyranny by punishing law-abiding citizens while empowering criminals, illegals, and regime client classes.

This is not left vs right.
This is state vs people.

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In this in-depth interview, Casey Wardynski — former Assistant Secretary of the Army, West Point graduate, and longtime Pentagon official — shares firsthand insight into how power operates inside Washington, D.C., and what he witnessed during some of the most consequential moments in recent American history.

Wardynski discusses January 6, civilian control of the military, Pentagon leadership dynamics, intelligence agencies, defense budgeting, and the challenges facing the U.S. armed forces after decades of war. Drawing on decades of experience at the highest levels of government, he explains how entrenched bureaucracy and unelected officials influence policy decisions long after elec...

Is mass immigration biblical — or is it being weaponized against America and the Church?
Bryan Dawson sits down with Pastor Rich Lusk to confront one of the most controversial issues facing Alabama and the nation today: immigration, assimilation, and biblical truth.

On this episode of 1819 News: The Podcast, we examine what the Bible actually says about immigration, why many churches have adopted progressive talking points, and how immigration without assimilation becomes invasion. Pastor Rich Lusk breaks down Scripture, church history, and theology to explain why nations, borders, and order matter — and why Christians must reject toxic empa...

Why would Jesus choose Simon Peter—a flawed, impulsive, ordinary fisherman—to become the foundation of the Church?

In this episode of 1819 News: The Podcast, host Bryan Dawson sits down with bestselling author and historian Jerry Lathan to unpack the true, chronological story of Simon Peter, the most relatable and misunderstood figure in the Gospels.

Drawing from Lathan’s book, You Will Be Peter, this conversation explores why Peter’s failures were not a liability—but the point. From walking on water to denying Christ, Peter’s journey mirrors the struggles of everyday believers and reveals how...

In this episode, Bryan Dawson applies the “Dutton Principle” to immigration and explains why anything worth having must be defended—or it will be lost.
Dawson connects faith, history, and current events to argue that immigration is the most urgent political issue facing America today. Building on themes from recent episodes, he explains why immigration without assimilation is not compassion, but invasion, and how it fits into a broader cultural and ideological struggle.

Dawson frames America as an inherited garden, built through sacrifice and faith, and warns that stewardship requires the courage to protect what previous genera...

In this powerful and thought-provoking episode of 1819 News: The Podcast , host Bryan Dawson takes listeners on a gripping journey through the cultural battles shaping Alabama, America, and the future of Western civilization itself. Drawing on vivid metaphors—from Y ellowstone to the biblical creation mandate—Dawson introduces the compelling “Dutton Principle”: Anything worth having will inevitably be targeted, and unless we defend it with courage, it will be lost.

This episode zeroes in on one of Alabama’s most influential institutions: Auburn University. Dawson makes a passionate case for why Auburn is not only worth protecting but uniquely p...

Who Is an American? Borders, Identity, and the Fight for a Nation w/ Andrew Isker.

In this powerful episode of 1819 News: The Podcast, we confront one of the most fundamental—and forbidden—questions in modern American discourse: What does it mean to be an American, and who gets to decide? From open borders to birthright citizenship, from mass immigration to the reshaping of culture and national identity, we dig into the uncomfortable realities that most media outlets and political leaders refuse to touch.

Host Bryan Dawson lays the groundwork with a striking analogy drawn from Yell...

In this special Thanksgiving episode of 1819 News: The Podcast, host Bryan Dawson sits down with Col. John Eidsmoe—author, historian, and chairman of the Plymouth Rock Foundation—to explore the true, awe-inspiring story behind Plymouth Plantation, the Mayflower, and the first Thanksgiving. More than a history lesson, this conversation uncovers the spiritual DNA of America: courage, sacrifice, self-government, and unshakeable faith in God’s providence.

Dawson opens the episode by connecting the Pilgrims’ story to his own family lineage, tracing his ancestry back to the Wampanoag chief who stood alongside the Pilgrims at that first Thanksgiving. Eidsmoe, joining...

In this special edition of 1819 News: The Podcast, you’ll get a front row seat to 1819 News CEO Bryan Dawson's speech at the 2nd Annual Albert Patterson Gala: An Evening of Courage featuring Tucker Carlson.

Dawson gave a brief but incredible speech calling Christians to speak the truth and confront wickedness when and where they see it, no matter the cost.

God brought everything into existence by speaking and humans are the only creatures in creation who share that ability to speak. Because of this, Dawson highlights the importance of speaking the truth and refusing to...