Y'all Show

The South has a half-dozen amazing, new boutique hotels offering lots of amenities. We share the list of 2019 Southern Book Prize Finalists. Also, the SEC Spotlight includes the decision of Alabama quarterback Jalen Hurts to leave Tuscaloosa; and we hear Tennessee head basketball coach Rick Barnes discuss his No. 3 Volunteers.

Loretta Lynn is feeling better, and music maven Preshias Harris reports on the singing legend's progress and an upcoming tribute for the "Coal Miner's Daughter." ACC insider Jonathan Leifheit discusses some intriguing games set for the start of the 2019 college football season. Also, host Jon Rawl relays the news that although it is winter some snake species in the South don't hibernate – they brumate.

How much salt is too much? "The Barbecue Barrister" Matt Heermans helps answer the age-old question. President Trump welcomed the national champion Clemson football team into the White House – and had 1,000 hamburgers awaiting. Also, governors from around the region are sworn into office.

Winter Storm Gia kills at least 10 people in several U.S. states as the wintry blast affected the region from Missouri to Georgia, and beyond. The broadcasting mentor of host Jon Rawl, C.T. "Redd" Reynolds, dies in South Carolina at the age of 91. And the Kansas City Chiefs and New Orleans Saints march on to the NFL's conference championship Sunday.

Oak Ridge Boys baritone William Lee Golden turns 80. Tim Tebow gets engaged to a former Miss Universe. Donald Trump visits the southern border at McAllen, Texas. Plus, host Jon Rawl talks great Southern names during "Hashtag Hullabaloo."

Six new reading selections are highlighted in the Buy The Book showcase. A Labrador retriever named "Tito" pulls the trigger and shoots off a portion of a Louisiana duck hunter's leg. Plus, in this week's SEC Spotlight we get reaction from Tuscaloosa, Ala., as the Alabama Crimson Tide returns home after a disappointing title game performance.

CBS Sports Digital/247Sports insider Jonathan Leifheit files his first ACC Report for 2019. He recaps Clemson's big win against Alabama, and the entire slate of conference bowl matchups. Plus, host Jon Rawl shares his thoughts on President Trump's Tuesday night address from the Oval Office.

Clemson destroys Alabama 44-16 to capture the school's third national championship on the gridiron.  Jon Rawl gives credit where credit is do – plus we have postgame audio from Tiger coach Dabo Swinney and Crimson Tide skipper Nick Saban.  Also, "Barbecue Barrister" Matt Heermans shares his thoughts on Monday night's game; and he discusses his unique relationship with chili.

Arizona, Colorado and Kansas were a few of the "Yankee" states host Jon Rawl visited during the holiday break. Storyteller Jerry Short returns on this 2019 premiere to help Rawl reminisce about his Southern "escape." Wild Card Weekend in the NFL was indeed wild. And the website Women.com develops a Southern slang quiz.

2018 Finale. Jon Rawl puts a bow on the debut year of "Y'all." We get the big bowl game picks – including the CFP semifinal victors and national championship winner – from "General Gridiron." We honor the many Southerners that died in 2018, including Burt Reynolds, Aretha Franklin and President George H.W. Bush. A whole new year of the "Y'all Show" will premiere Jan. 7, 2019.

Stephen Usery, host of "Book Talk" on WYPL-FM 89.3 in Memphis, shares a list of great reads from a variety of Southern authors – just in time for Christmas shopping. Auburn Tigers reporter Taylor Jones returns to discuss the Music City Bowl-bound football team, and the No. 8 men's basketball squad on the Plains. And host Jon Rawl shares a list of the best Southern cities for New Year's Eve celebrations.

George Strait releases new music for the first time since 2015. Nashville insider Preshias Harris reports on "Código," and the passing of Dolly Parton's younger brother. Georgia Tech names Geoff Collins head football coach, and CBS Sports Digital insider Jonathan Leifheit reviews the latest hire on The Flats. Also, we've got the latest "Hashtag Hullabaloo."

Ham will be served up at Christmas feasts around the region, and "Barbecue Barrister" Matt Heermans files a very mouthwatering report on preparing and cooking the perfect pork. Acting U.S. attorney general Matthew Whitaker spoke in Nashville about the South's ongoing opioid crisis. And host Jon Rawl gives love to the UCF, UAB, Appalachian State and Troy football programs.

Kyler Murray, quarterback at the University of Oklahoma, captures the 2018 Heisman Trophy. Niagara Falls is an amazing place beyond the Mason-Dixon Line; and Jerry Short has traveled back there for his first December visit. And the Permian Basin of West Texas has even more value after a new report details the region's oil and gas resources.

The Oak Ridge Boys perform "Amazing Grace" at the Houston funeral of President George H.W. Bush. Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry ties the NFL record for longest touchdown run with a 99-yard scamper Thursday night against Jacksonville. General Gridiron predicts the first batch of bowl contests. Plus, we discuss shrimp and grits...and collard greens.

Southern authors release books for early 2019. Kirby Smart and Will Muschamp answer questions about Georgia being left at the College Football Playoff altar. We outline the 11 SEC teams that are going to a bowl. Plus, cities and attractions across the region have Christmas fun throughout December.

Jake Owen holds a No. 1 party for "I Was Jack (You Were Diane)." Preshias Harris has the details, as well as info on the "New Faces" concert coming in February. ACC insider Jonathan Leifheit shares thoughts on former Clemson quarterback Kelly Bryant's decision to play at Missouri. Plus, the officiant at today's funeral for President George H.W. Bush has an Alabama connection.

Turducken tips from the "Barrister of Bodacious Barbecue" Matt Heermans. We also get the Southern's cook's expert take on the College Football Playoff selections. The nation's 44th Vice President Dan Quayle talks about his old boss, President George H.W. Bush. And a large alligator has been spotted on Kentucky's western border.

President George H.W. Bush dies at the age of 94. December has arrived and the "Toccopola Teller of Tales" has been busy putting up Christmas lights. And host Jon Rawl looks at the final College Football Playoff pairings and the dozens of Southern teams punching their bowl ticket this holiday season.

Stink Bugs are a real mess across Dixie. General Gridiron has the championship Saturday picks, from the SWAC to the SEC. Eric Roberts, brother of Julia, has a new film hitting theaters this weekend. And we rewind to Thursday for a portion of our feature on Bellingrath Garden's "Magic Christmas In Lights."