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The Writer's Block

The Writer's Block

By Gary Lloyd

Writing. History. News. Interviews. Sports. The Writer's Block has a little bit for everyone. Join Gary Lloyd as he talks books, writing, journalism, history, sports and more with people among those professions.
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The Writer's BlockSep 29, 2020

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Episode 1: Jon Finkel
Apr 04, 202429:15
S2, Episode 9: 75 Trussville Facts

S2, Episode 9: 75 Trussville Facts

Gary Lloyd runs through 75 facts about the city of Trussville for the 75th anniversary of Trussville first incorporating as a town. This podcast is long, but perhaps you'll learn something you didn't know before.
Jul 18, 202249:29
S2, Episode 8: Briarwood Christian QB Christopher Vizzina

S2, Episode 8: Briarwood Christian QB Christopher Vizzina

Briarwood Christian School and Clemson commit Christopher Vizzina and his head coach Matthew Forester talk about the upcoming season, leadership, and more.
Jul 04, 202227:20
S2, Episode 7: Class 7A, Region 3 New Faces

S2, Episode 7: Class 7A, Region 3 New Faces

Gary Lloyd speaks with new Class 7A, Region 3 head football coaches Todd Cassity at Chelsea, Tim Vakakes at Spain Park, Wade Waldrop at Hoover, and Robert Evans at Vestavia Hills about the upcoming 2022 high school football season.
Jun 29, 202226:51
S2, Episode 6: Trussville Pickleball Recap

S2, Episode 6: Trussville Pickleball Recap

Gary Lloyd talks about covering the pickleball story in Trussville over the last 48 hours — how it came about, the writing process, and what’s to come.
Jun 23, 202250:45
S2, Episode 5: U.S. Open Preview

S2, Episode 5: U.S. Open Preview

Gary Lloyd discusses the state of the PGA Tour, the new LIV Golf Tour, and previews the 2022 U.S. Open at The Country Club in Brookline, Massachusetts.
Jun 15, 202245:44
S2, Episode 4: Cahaba 100 and Trussville’s 75th Anniversary

S2, Episode 4: Cahaba 100 and Trussville’s 75th Anniversary

Gary Lloyd and Amy Peterson O’Brien talk about the Cahaba Homestead Heritage Foundation’s Cahaba 100 initiative and the 75th anniversary of Trussville incorporating as a town.
Jun 10, 202251:17
S2, Episode 3: High School Football Summer Discussion

S2, Episode 3: High School Football Summer Discussion

Discussing some Alabama high school football topics this summer: Briarwood Christian QB Christopher Vizzina, new coaches in Class 7A-Region 3, and the Mountain Brook Spartans.
Jun 10, 202246:13
S2, Episode 2: Trussville 75th Anniversary Preview

S2, Episode 2: Trussville 75th Anniversary Preview

Gary Lloyd previews the Movie on the Mall event that will celebrate the 75th anniversary of Trussvile incorporating as a town.
Jun 07, 202226:42
S2, Episode 1: Introducing Cahaba 100

S2, Episode 1: Introducing Cahaba 100

Gary Lloyd is back after a podcasting hiatus to bring you some information on Cahaba 100, a short-term and long-term initiative of the Cahaba Homestead Heritage Foundation. Please note, this podcast was recorded dominantly for video purposes, so find this episode on Spotify for the video podcast. Check back for more soon!
Jun 05, 202208:59
Introducing Cahaba 100

Introducing Cahaba 100

Gary Lloyd is back after a podcasting hiatus to bring you some information on Cahaba 100, a short-term and long-term initiative of the Cahaba Homestead Heritage Foundation. Check back for more soon!

Jun 05, 202208:22
Episode 21: Aaron Suttles

Episode 21: Aaron Suttles

The Athletic’s Aaron Suttles joins the podcast to talk about the 2020 Alabama football season, his favorite players he’s covered, his writing process, favorite writers and more.
Jan 19, 202133:14
Episode 20: Matthew Calvert

Episode 20: Matthew Calvert

Former Clay-Chalkville High School and UAB pitcher Matthew Calvert joins the podcast to talk about playing baseball in high school and college, as well as about some of the biggest moments in his journey.
Jan 12, 202130:56
Episode 19: Justin Monsewicz

Episode 19: Justin Monsewicz

On this episode, content writer Justin Monsewicz joins to talk about customer-facing content writing, social media management and digital writing.
Jan 05, 202132:29
Episode 18: Pinson Mayor Joe Cochran

Episode 18: Pinson Mayor Joe Cochran

Pinson, Alabama Mayor Joe Cochran joins the podcast to talk about his election as mayor, plans for the city’s future and more.
Dec 29, 202021:10
Episode 17: Auburn Superfan Chandler Fullman

Episode 17: Auburn Superfan Chandler Fullman

You may know him as the Auburn Superfan, but Chandler Fullman has a story that goes much deeper than orange and blue. He joins the podcast to talk about that, Auburn, Alabama and much more.
Dec 22, 202045:43
Episode 16: Cruz Oxenreider

Episode 16: Cruz Oxenreider

University of Alabama graduate and fan Cruz Onexreider joins the podcast to talk all things sports, life during COVID-19, mental health awareness and more!
Dec 15, 202035:59
Episode 15: Jon Finkel

Episode 15: Jon Finkel

Author Jon Finkel joins the podcast to talk about his new book, “Hoops Heist: Seattle, the Sonics, and How a Stolen Team’s Legacy Gave Rise to the NBA’s Secret Empire.” He also discusses his favorite interviews, what he enjoys writing about, fitness and more!
Dec 07, 202027:47
Episode 14: Luke Ratliff

Episode 14: Luke Ratliff

University of Alabama student and super-fan Luke Ratliff joins the podcast to talk about the Iron Bowl, Alabama basketball, life at UA and much more.
Dec 01, 202029:41
Episode 13: Jackson Capps

Episode 13: Jackson Capps

Country music singer/songwriter Jackson Capps, originally from Trussville, Ala., joins the podcast to talk about his budding music career in Nashville, Tenn.
Nov 24, 202017:04
Episode 12: The Masters Recap

Episode 12: The Masters Recap

Gary Lloyd and David Lloyd recap the 84th Masters Tournament, which Dustin Johnson won at 20-under par, a five-show victory over Cameron Smith and Sungjae Im.
Nov 16, 202038:40
Special Episode: AHSAA Playoffs - 2nd round recap, 3rd round preview

Special Episode: AHSAA Playoffs - 2nd round recap, 3rd round preview

Gary Lloyd recaps the second round of the AHSAA football playoffs and looks ahead to the Class 5A/6A quarterfinals and the Class 7A semifinals.
Nov 14, 202020:29
Episode 11: The Masters Tournament Preview

Episode 11: The Masters Tournament Preview

Gary Lloyd and David Lloyd preview the 2020 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia.
Nov 10, 202051:33
Special Episode: AHSAA Football Playoffs Round 2 Preview

Special Episode: AHSAA Football Playoffs Round 2 Preview

Gary Lloyd recaps the first round of the Alabama High School Athletic Association football playoffs and looks ahead to the second-round matchups.
Nov 08, 202039:28
Episode 13: Jackson Capps

Episode 13: Jackson Capps

Episodes with music are only available on Spotify.
Country music singer/songwriter Jackson Capps, originally from Trussville, Ala., joins the podcast to talk about his music career, from the age of 8 when he got his first guitar, to now, when he’s releasing music from Nashville, Tenn.
Nov 04, 202018:13
Episode 10: AHSAA 2020 Football Playoffs Preview

Episode 10: AHSAA 2020 Football Playoffs Preview

Gary Lloyd runs through the Class 5A, Class 6A and Class 7A playoff brackets, and gives his picks for who will win state championships this fall.
Nov 03, 202035:33
Episode 9: “Sonny Days” Reflections

Episode 9: “Sonny Days” Reflections

In this episode, I reflect on writing the book “Sonny Days: Struggles, Scenery and Solace with the World’s Strangest Shelter Dog.”
Oct 27, 202029:26
Episode 8: Zack Steele

Episode 8: Zack Steele

Trussville City Councilman Zack Steele joins the podcast to talk Trussville happenings, progress on the city’s downtown entertainment district, Cahaba Project preservation, college football and more!
Oct 20, 202049:23
Episode 7: Rodney Smith of Raising Men Lawn Care

Episode 7: Rodney Smith of Raising Men Lawn Care

Raising Men Lawn Care founder Rodney Smith joins the podcast to talk about how his local lawn service has blossomed into a worldwide organization providing for those in need.
Oct 13, 202013:23
Episode 6: AL.com reporter Bill Thornton

Episode 6: AL.com reporter Bill Thornton

AL.com reporter Bill Thornton joins the podcast to talk about his career in journalism, the challenges the profession faces today, his author career and much more.
Oct 06, 202001:09:16
Episode 5: Kyle Parmley

Episode 5: Kyle Parmley

Starnes Publishing Sports Editor Kyle Parmley joins the Books, Babble & Ball Podcast to talk Alabama high school sports, the best players he’s ever seen, the state of journalism today, and more.
Sep 29, 202037:41
Episode 4: Trussville Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director June Mathews

Episode 4: Trussville Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director June Mathews

Trussville Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director June Mathews joins the podcast to preview Trussville City Fest, discuss her book and Trussville history, outline her writing process, and field some “On The Spot” questions.
Sep 23, 202031:58
Episode 3: New Trussville City Councilman Ben Short

Episode 3: New Trussville City Councilman Ben Short

New Trussville City Councilman Ben Short joins the podcast to talk about his law enforcement career, what he loves about Trussville, how he sees Trussville’s future, and more.
Sep 22, 202014:22
Episode 2: Hewitt-Trussville head football coach Josh Floyd

Episode 2: Hewitt-Trussville head football coach Josh Floyd

Hewitt-Trussville head football coach Josh Floyd joins Gary Lloyd to talk about the Huskies’ 2020 season so far, COVID-19 challenges and more.
Sep 15, 202022:40
Episode 1: David Lloyd

Episode 1: David Lloyd

In the inaugural episode of the Books, Babble & Ball Podcast, David Lloyd joins Gary Lloyd to talk Tour Championship, the U.S. Open, the return of college football and more.
Sep 09, 202044:07