Inside Alabama Heritage: A Preview of Issue 162, Fall 2026

In this special episode of Coffee & History, hosts Rebecca Todd Minder and Susan Reynolds take listeners behind the scenes of Issue 162, Fall 2026 of Alabama Heritage magazine. As Alabama Heritage concludes its yearlong celebration of its 40th anniversary, Rebecca and Susan discuss the fascinating stories featured in the newest issue and offer a glimpse into the research, writing, and image hunting that bring each edition to life.    The conversation highlights a wide range of Alabama history, including William Weatherford's evolving legacy, the Fair Hope Benevolent Society's historic Foot Wash festival, a Civil War raid on Pollard, and a compelling legal chapter connected to the Scottsboro Boys case. Listeners will also hear about the magazine's popular departments, from Alabama Counties to Alabama Makers, and learn how the staff works to uncover and share stories from across the state. It's a fun and informative look at the people, places, and history featured in the latest issue of Alabama Heritage.    Coffee & History: A Conversation with Alabama Heritage is brought to you in partnership with the Poarch Band Creek Indians.