Scalped
A terrorist attack narrowly avoided a larger, more crowded event, saved only by traffic jams, while a flashy car explosion tied to a misguided vet sparks debates about safety and tech gone wrong.
Corruption steals the spotlight: companies with political ties score million-dollar contracts, while law enforcement investigates its own mishaps (spoiler: no accountability). Courts step into a scandal where scholarships meant for the public went to insiders, leaving everyday folks out. Rumors swirl about the governor’s health and replacements, hinting at more political games ahead.
Crime waves hit hard—teens clash with high-powered weapons, and a fisherman’s hobby accidentally solves a cold case. Lawmakers push to strip local control, letting state leaders handpick police chiefs instead. The podcast wraps with a mix of levity (festivals for snowbirds!) and a warning: Alabama’s leaders keep failing, and it’s up to citizens to demand better.