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Don't walk your dog in the heat of the day; find a time in early morning or in the evening, and stay on the grassy areas! Remember, your pet is barefoot!

Major Edward Madison Jr. has lived a life of service to others. He served his community as a deacon at his local church, he served his country in the United States Air Force, and he currently serves the people of Selma, Alabama as their city attorney. This week on StoryCorps, Major Madison explores how he discovered his passion for public service.

This week, Don reviews "The Bliss of Your Attention" by David Borofka.

A beach conversation earlier this week caught Cam's attention, and he asks if we've ever had so many known solutions to a common problem and ignored them.

Sandy Stimpson is the 108th Mayor of Mobile and a proponent of the Port City's history, museums, art and, of course, Mardi Gras! Now in his final term in office, he talks to Quick-Fire Quips host Baillee Majors about what lies ahead after public service. Plus, how his wife of 50 years, Jean, is always the boss!

Ricky Fernandez is the Director of Marketing and Promotions for the Rocket City Trash Pandas. He's also the on-field emcee for the Minor League Baseball team. He talks to Quick-Fire Quips host Baillee Majors about what he and the players do to attract luck during games. Plus, the secret "underground sweet tea operation" and how shoes make him think of Alabama.

This week on StoryCorps, siblings Kaitoria Banks and Cameron Reynolds tell their stories as members of the LGBTQ+ community in Alabama.

Maigen Sullivan is an Alabama native and the co-founder and co-executive director of the nonprofit Invisible Histories. She talks with Quick-Fire Quips host Baillee Majors about her childhood obsession with Rouge from X-Men (spoiler alert: it's still going strong!) and embracing the mysteries of the universe. Plus, her love for the Yellowhammer State's mountains and the resilience of Alabamians.

Charles Douglas III is a leader at Common Power, a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering a just and inclusive democracy through education and civic engagement. This week on StoryCorps, Douglas explores how his stepfather's legacy motivates him to take up the fight for the rights of black Americans.

Beth Spivey joins StoryCorps to recount her fathers tough love, and share some childhood memories with Ian Murukami.