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Speaking Shelby

Hosted by Alec Etheredge · news · EN-US

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About this Podcast:

A podcast driven by the bustling life in Alabama's best county and its surrounding areas. Hear interviews, discussion and have a little fun with us as we dive into what makes this place so special. A Shelby County Newsmedia, Inc. podcast.

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Contact path

Public web form

Booking probability

28%

Guest openness

Selective

80/100
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What is Speaking Shelby about?

A podcast driven by the bustling life in Alabama's best county and its surrounding areas. Hear interviews, discussion and have a little fun with us as we dive into what makes this place so special. A Shelby County Newsmedia, Inc. podcast.

Who hosts Speaking Shelby?

Speaking Shelby is hosted by Alec Etheredge. The show has published 17 episodes to date.

What has Speaking Shelby covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Speaking Shelby: Lisa Davis (Episode 17)" (26 October 2026, 46 minutes), "Speaking Shelby: Jim Dunaway (Episode 16)" (19 October 2026, 79 minutes), and "Speaking Shelby: James Spann (Episode 14)" (5 October 2026, 25 minutes).

How often does Speaking Shelby publish?

Speaking Shelby publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 51 minutes across 17 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Speaking Shelby?

Booking probability for Speaking Shelby is 28%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Speaking Shelby requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Speaking Shelby's contact route on record: public web form.

About the host

Alec Etheredge hosts Speaking Shelby, a news podcast with 17 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Oct 19, 20261h 19mS1

    Today we speak with Jim Dunaway as he tells us about his amazing journey into the world of sports casting! Thank you again to Central State Bank for sponsoring Speaking Shelby and The Hall of Fame. #podcasts #podcasting...

  • Oct 5, 202625 minS1

    Today on Speaking Shelby we talk to Shelby County Hall of Fame inductee James Spann! James Spann is most notable for his extensive weather career helping people all around Shelby County navigate the weather. Thank you...

  • Sep 28, 202653 minS1

    Today we sit down with David Bobo of Jefferson State College to talk about the wonderful life of Judy Merritt. Judy is being inducted to the Shelby County Hall of Fame for her incredible contributions to education here...

  • Sep 21, 202648 minS1

    We kick off our Hall of Fameepisodes of Speaking Shelby with none other than@centralstatebank CEO Mitt Schroeder. The presentingsponsor of the Hall of Fame and Speaking Shelby,Schroeder talks about the special event...

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  • Sep 14, 202646 minS1

    Today on Speaking Shelby we talk to Aubri McClendon of McClendon Counseling! Located locally in Columbiana just down the street from our office! Thank you again to Central State Bank for making this all possible!

  • Sep 7, 202650 minS1

    On this weeks episode of Speaking Shelby, we talk to Scott Brakefield! This conversation takes us from his impact on the city of Alabaster to his personal challenges with health. Thank you again to Central State Bank...

  • Aug 24, 202644 minS1

    Today we're talking about Taste of Shelby, Shelby County's most delicious event, Taste of Shelby! Bethany Ivey discusses vendors, event details and her own experiences as a teacher in Shelby County! Thank you again to...

  • Aug 17, 202642 minS1

    Today we sat down with Kendall and Maggie to talk all things Shelby county. From Leadership Shelby county to the best food we have to offer! Thank you to our sponsor Central State Bank!

  • Aug 10, 202645 minS1

    Today we sit down with University of Montevallo President, Dr. Michelle Johnston as she walks us through her experiences and stories here in Shelby County. Thank you to Central State Bank for sponsoring Speaking Shelby!

  • Aug 3, 20261h 8mS1

    Welcome back to another episode of Speaking Shelby! Today we discuss Dr. Lewis Brook's Experience here is Shelby County. Also we are extremely pleased to announce our new sponsor of Speaking Shelby, Central State Bank...

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    Episode 5: Nedra Moore

    Jul 20, 202634 min

    On this episode, we sit down with Nedra Moore. The owner of Creations Galore and Moore takes us through her transition from web development to cake development as one of the most-known bakers in Alabama.

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    Episode 4: David Hyche

    Jul 13, 202646 min

    David Hyche joins Speaking Shelby to talk about his career in law enforcement, his communication with the community and making Shelby County a safe place to raise a family.

  • Jul 6, 202648 min

    Shelby County Community Mental Health Director Zach Andrews joins Speaking Shelby to talk the importance of handling mental-health crisis situations, the difference Shelby County is making, youth mental health in...

  • Jul 6, 202648 minS0

    <p>Shelby County Community Mental Health Director Zach Andrews joins Speaking Shelby to talk the importance of handling mental-health crisis situations, the difference Shelby County is making, youth mental health in...

  • Apr 8, 20261h 23mS0

    <p>Joel Dixon joins the second episode of Speaking Shelby. The current Shelby County Schools Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources talks about his campaign to become the next superintendent of Shelby County...

  • Apr 8, 20261h 23m

    Joel Dixon joins the second episode of Speaking Shelby. The current Shelby County Schools Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources talks about his campaign to become the next superintendent of Shelby County Schools.

  • Apr 7, 202649 minS0

    <p>Andrew Gunn joins the first episode of Speaking Shelby. The Oak Mountain High School principal talks about his campaign to become the next superintendent of Shelby County Schools.</p>

  • Apr 7, 202649 min

    Andrew Gunn joins the first episode of Speaking Shelby. The Oak Mountain High School principal talks about his campaign to become the next superintendent of Shelby County Schools.

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