The City of Birmingham's RISE Program, which stands for Retention Incentives for Success and Expansion, establishes two funds with the purpose of providing resources for area businesses.

Page Pals: A Community Response to Literacy

Feb 19th, 2024 55m 56s

We highlight the powerful collaboration between the City of Birmingham, Birmingham City Schools, and our vibrant community, united by a common mission: enhancing student reading proficiency.

Financial Literacy

Feb 19th, 2024 56m 35s

A candid conversation and discover valuable insights as we discuss financial strategies within our city while providing practical advice on wealth building.

What Will $50 Million Do for Smithfield

Jan 29th, 2024 55m 35s

Join our conversation with the visionaries behind Birmingham's $50 million effort in Historic Smithfield. Learn about their strategies, upcoming projects, and how they're collaboratively shaping the landscape of our neighborhoods.

State of the City

Jan 23rd, 2024 51m 24s

Kick off the new year with a special edition of Mayor Woodfin’s State of the City! Get a pulse on everything Birmingham. Mayor Woodfin will provide show listeners with insight into the city's plans, aspirations, and key initiatives for 2024.

StrongHer (Part 2)

Apr 13th, 2023 1h

Each March, the City of Birmingham publishes daily StrongHer profiles featuring under-recognized women who are leading our community. Join Mayor Woodfin and his friends as they celebrate five years of StrongHer and share stories of the women wh

Financial Literacy

Apr 13th, 2023 52m 23s

Did anyone ever talk to you about money? Mayor Woodfin and leaders of the Birmingham Financial Freedom project will be discussing wealth building and what Birmingham youth and their families can do enjoy financial prosperity. Guests: Isaac Coop

StrongHer

Apr 13th, 2023 54m 36s

Entrepreneurs

Apr 13th, 2023 53m 49s

Many of Birmingham's biggest innovations have come from entrepreneurs. They are our family members, they are our employers and they are investing in our neighborhoods in every corner of Birmingham. Meet today's leading entrepreneurs as they sha

History In The Making

Apr 13th, 2023 49m 40s

Entrepreneur, mogul, teacher, marketer, broadcaster, owner, investor, survivor, philanthropist, husband, father, civil rights pioneer, son of Mattie C. At nearly 90-years-old, Dr. Stewart continues to share his voice, wisdom, and love with Birm

The Next Movement

Apr 13th, 2023 51m 19s

Birmingham was forever changed by the courageous efforts of it's youth. Today, there are young people creating new movements in neighborhood revitalization, homelessness, and many other issues important to their generation. Guests: November Bol

CEO Roundtable

Apr 13th, 2023 52m 29s

Birmingham is being led by a core of young CEOs and Chairpersons of public agencies, including Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin. Learn more about what is happening in their agencies and what it takes to lead during turbulent times. Guests: De

Birmingham Big HBCU Strategy

Aug 30th, 2022 54m 13s

Birmingham is a national leaders HBCU talent strategies and football classics. Join Mayor Randall Woodfin and his special guests as they discuss Black colleges, Black excellence, and Fall Football Classics.

NEIGHBORHOOD REVITALIZATION: CAN'T STOP, WON'T STOP

Aug 23rd, 2022 53m 6s

The Woodfin Administration and Birmingham City Council are driving an unprecedented number of dynamic neighborhood revitalization projects in neighborhoods across Birmingham during one of the most dynamic periods of growth in the city’s recent

Cash On Hand: How the City of Birmingham Support Our Residents

Aug 17th, 2022 47m 53s

Join Mayor Randall Woodfin and his friends as they discuss money. How to get it, how to keep it, and what the City of Birmingham is doing to ensure the next generation of residents can improve their quality of life and financial futures.

Back To School

Aug 8th, 2022 51m 47s

Join Mayor Randall Woodfin and his friends as they welcome Birmingham City Schools students and their families back for the school year. Learn what the City of Birmingham is doing to support students and families on issues such as mental health

Support Local Artists!

Aug 2nd, 2022 57m 57s

Local artists are the life blood of local culture. Many of our local artists go on to national and international fame. Meet many of the people that help make many of your favorite memories in local social spots to performing at your wedding — g

Small Business, Big Vision

Jul 27th, 2022 53m 38s

Entrepreneurs are the unsung heroes of our community. Their courage, innovation, and skills create jobs, products, and services for Birmingham residents. Hear inspiring stories of triumph as well as updates about new programs and resources from

South Got Something To Say

Jul 18th, 2022 53m 34s

In 1995, Andre “3000” Benjamin of the group Outkast proclaimed, “The South Got Something to Say!” Since then, the South has become dominant in music, film, and publishing. Join Mayor Randall Woodfin and friends as they discuss the art of story

For The Culture, For The City

Jul 12th, 2022 55m 49s

Join Mayor Randall Woodfin and his friends as they discuss our city's cultural legacy, neighborhood revitalization and financial literacy.

The World Is Coming

Jul 5th, 2022 52m 50s

Join Mayor Randall Woodfin, World Games CEO, Nick Sellers, and Opening Ceremonies Executive Producer, Rashada LeRoy, as they offer updates on everything related to World Games!

Neighborhood Revitalization: Can't Stop, Won's Stop

Jun 27th, 2022 53m 23s

Hosts Mayor Randall L. Woodfin Isis Jones Guests Kelvin Datcher, Senior Advisor for Special Projects, City of Birmingham Department of Community Development Mashonda Taylor, CEO, Woodlawn United Lisa McCarroll, CEO, Navigate Birmingham

Black Fathers Love Strong

Jun 22nd, 2022 51m 48s

The love of a father is like no other! Despite the challenges in our communities we know there are examples of fathers who will work, love, pray, and fight for their children. Join Mayor Randall Woodfin and friends as they share stories and res

Summer Series: Crime-stoppers

Jul 7th, 2021 24m 11s

Join Lady Woo, Pastor Thomas Beavers and Frank Barefield of Crime Stoppers of Metro Alabama and the mother of the eight year old shot on Warrior Rd to tell you about the $25,000 reward being offered in the unsolved shooting case and break the "

Summer Series: Neighborhood Leaders

Jul 3rd, 2021 26m 52s

This weeks Episode is about leadership. Tune in as Lady Wood talks with Alice Williams, Deputy Director of Community Resources, East Thomas neighborhood association secretary, Everett Ferguson and Thomasine Jackson, President of East Thomas nei