Janet and Ross discuss Janet's recent cruise, and what all she experienced as well as a review of the cruise line she used. This is a very interesting and informative episode, and we encourage you to listen and tell your friends! Just Talking It Up is brought to you by Big Brains Media, LLC.Af JTIU Media

Ross and Janet are back! On this week's episode of JTIU, our hosts discuss several issues - including the termination of UAB football. Just how much money is required to maintain a competitive football program at the FBS level? Do we spend too much money on college sports? Listen in and find out what Janet and Ross have to say about these issues. T…

Ross and Janet return for a new episode of JTIU... and discuss current issues including the Chuck Hagel situation and the Bill Cosby scandal. Be sure and tune in and tell your friends! Thanks for listening. Just Talking It Up is brought to you by Big Brains Media, LLC.Af JTIU Media

Janet and Ross return to JTIU for an ALL NEW episode! This week, our hosts talk about how paranoid our society can be - have we taken things too far? Where do we draw the line? Many, many topics are tackled in this new episode of JTIU... listen and tell your friends!Af JTIU Media

Janet and Ross return for another episode of JTIU... on this week's episode our hosts discuss issues of inappropriate teacher/student relationships, how they affect the media, students, and our perception of educators.Af JTIU Media

Janet and Ross return for a new episode of JTIU... this week's topic? Nutty people going nuts! Whether it's stress, mental illness, or a combination of issues, people are committing violent acts in a seemingly worse fashion. Ross and Janet provide their input.Af JTIU Media

Ross and Janet return for a new JTIU - this week - the crisis in Ferguson, Missouri, and what our nation's leaders are doing about it. What should we make of this incident in Missouri? Who's right and who is wrong? What other notable events can we compare this to and make comparisons? Ross and Janet give their valuable insight on this new episode o…

Ross and Janet discuss the current Ebola crisis in Africa, and the sick individuals who were brought to America earlier this month. What do we have to expect as Americans? How many Americans could get sick? Also, what does this mean in the international community? Listen to this week's JTIU and find out!…

Ross and Janet discuss the current tense situation in Israel between the Israeli Army and Gaza Strip, and the implications for the rest of the world. What exactly is going on in the Middle East? How are Jewish and Muslim individuals reacting to this situation in America? Ross and Janet discuss the terrorist group Hamas, and their activities and ope…

On this week's show, Ross and Janet examine contemporary issues concerning impeachment and several local candidates running for office in the State of Alabama. The hosts discuss political elections and activists like the defeat of Paul Demarco by Gary Palmer, Speaker of the House John Boehner and Bill Whittle. What is the appropriate manner for a p…

Janet and Ross discuss this week the recently decided Supreme Court ruling concerning the retail giant Hobby Lobby and the requirements for them to provide birth control for their employees. What do Janet and Ross think about the ruling? Where do we draw the line on where the government stands and funds birth control? Also, how exactly is birth con…

Janet and Ross discuss the current controversy surrounding the NFL's Washington Redskins, and the possible name change. Why is "Redskins" offensive? Does it offend Ross and Janet, and who else does it offend - if anyone at all? Listen to this week's show to find out! Thanks for listening to Just Talking It Up!…

Janet and Ross discuss tipping - and how it varies among restaurants and among different countries. Both hosts discuss their experiences in various restaurants and locations. Why do we tip? How much do you tip? Listen this week!Af JTIU Media

In this week's show, we welcome our guest, Alabama District 6 candidate as a Republican for the House of Representatives, Gary Palmer. Ross and Janet ask quite a few questions on his positions and his platform and we have a great show on tap this week. Join us!Af JTIU Media

Ross and Janet return for a new episode of JTIU. This week, our hosts discuss the concept of political correctness and how it applies to contemporary, modern culture. Also, how does the Church play into this? Numerous current events are tackled and discussed this week, along with much much more! Thanks for listening!…

Janet and Ross are back with a new episode of JTIU. This week's our hosts discuss the issue of bullying in schools and how to deal with it. How do parents help a child who has been bullied? What about the children doing the bullying? Be sure and tune in for Ross and Janet's insight. Ross also discusses the movie "Indescribable" that is about a fami…

Ross and Janet return for a new episode of JTIU! On this week's episode the hosts tackle:* The Hobby Lobby case in the Supreme Court and it's consequences on other businesses. *A background of Hobby Lobby and the type of business it runs. * Ross and Janet discuss the sport of basketball and how the rules have changed over the years, including the 3…

Janet and Ross return with another edition of JTIU. This week, the discussion mainly focuses on the disappearance of the Malaysian Airlines Jet somewhere in the Indian Ocean. Where did it go? Did it crash? Also Janet and Ross turn their discussion to historical comparisons to the crash and the parallels between them. Be sure and listen and tell you…

Join Janet and Ross for another new exciting episode of JTIU! This week's episode discusses Sarah Palin, CPAC, President Obama, and other current events. You don't want to miss this new episode! JTIU is brought to you by Big Brains Media, LLC.Af JTIU Media

Ross and Janet return this week with another new episode of Just Talking It Up. On tap this week is the brewing conflict in the Ukraine, the Oscar presentations, and how Obama and Putin, as world leaders, are responding to the conflict in Eastern Europe. You won't want to miss this episode! Be sure and tune in and tell your friends!…

Join Ross and Janet as they discuss the recent Super Bowl presented by the NFL, and the antics surrounding the game. Also, our hosts talk about the commericals seen by millions on TV, and their thoughts on them. Plus, Ross talks about the epidemic of talented athletes who become broke soon after leaving the game, and much much more. Be sure and lis…

Janet and Ross discuss the past week's winter storm that affected States such as Mississippi, Alabama, Florida and Georgia, and the significant effects that it had on travelers. Many people were left stranded in their cars with no way to get home, several died, and the cities of Birmingham and Atlanta were completely shut down for two days. You don…

As we wrap up the first month of the year 2014, Ross and Janet talk about the upcoming Super Bowl, the Grammy awards, and what to expect. Also, the hosts talk about the continuing debate of same-sex marriage in America, and what they think will play out in the future. Also, Ross and Janet tackle a plethora of other present-day issues in this smorga…

Janet and Ross are back... on this week's episode, our two hosts discuss the current marijuana legalization process in America. Also, they discuss the NFL and how this might affect professional sports. Would Ross or Janet smoke pot if it was legalized for medicinal use? Very interesting banter and discussion on this week's episode. Don't miss it!…

Ross and Janet are back for the first new show of 2014! On this week's episode, they discuss the 2014 BCS Championship game, and talk about whether or not college athletes should be financially compensated for their services. Where does the NCAA, and where do the various Universities, draw the line? Be sure and tune in this week to find out!…

Ross and Janet are excited about the Christmas season finally being upon us - and boy has the year flown by. What holiday traditions do you have with your family at this time of year? How do Ross and Janet celebrate? And, most importantly, what is the REAL reason for the season? You won't want to miss this episode of Just Talking It Up!…

Ross and Janet discuss the past 2013 football season, and the amazing finish to the Iron Bowl between the Alabama Crimson Tide and the Auburn Tigers. How did YOUR team fare? Do folks take the game too seriously? Listen this week to find out!Af JTIU Media

Ross and Janet return for a special Thanksgiving week epsiode of JTIU, and discuss family traditions and what to expect during this favorite holiday of many people. Also, what do Janet and Ross have to be thankful for THIS year? Quite a bit. Be sure and tune in!Af JTIU Media

Amazingly it's been 50 years since President Kennedy was assassinated. Ross and Janet look back on the past half-century and examine not only Kennedy's death, but other major events in history. This is an episode you don't want to miss.Af JTIU Media

After Ross's trip to London, Janet returns to talk about a trip of her own, taking an 8 day cruise in the Atlantic Ocean. Janet talks about what all she did, the hosts discuss the Costa Concordia disaster, and Janet ties up the show with some reccomendations about where to go and what to do if YOU decide to go on a cruise.…

On this week's edition of JTIU, Ross and Janet talk about everything from celebrity politics, to American history, to the mascot scandal with the Washington Redskins NFL football team. Janet also talks about how celebrities believe that they think their advice should weigh more than an average Americans, and why is that? What do they think? The onl…

Janet and Ross switch gears this week, and talk about everything from recent sports debacles to a topic bacon lover's everywhere would love. Be sure and tune in to this week's edition of JTIU!Af JTIU Media

Ross's wife, Lynn, join us this week and talk about their experiences in London and surrounding areas in Great Britain. Farmland, greenery, and British culture are discussed in this edition. Churches aren't nearly as active in Europe, and donations are minimal. Lynn also talks about the architecture they saw. Lynn and Ross stayed in a cottage outsi…

Ross and Janet return with a new episode of JTIU.... this week, we join Ross and his wife, Lynn, and hear about his trip to London, England. What differences in culture do we see when comparing America to Britain? What about religious, social, and racial relationships? How do the British view Americans today? Tune in this week and check out the new…

Ross and Janet tackle the issue of race, and race relations in America on this edition of JTIU. As many around the country celebrate the 50th anniversary of the civil rights movement, what progress has been made? What progress has not been made, and what is our role? It's a spirited discussion on this week's episode.…

Musician Ryan Kinder is our guest on this week's Just Talking It Up. On this episode, Ross and Janet discuss Ryan's new single, "Tonight", his engagement, upcoming shows, and much much more! Hailing from Birmingham, Alabama, Kinder looks to take the country music world by storm as he has recently played numerous shows and opened for big time countr…

Ross and Janet return this week for a brand new episode of Just Talking It Up. This week, we welcome special guest, Pastor and Evangelist Bill Decker, who discusses the current controversy within the Boy Scouts of America and the homosexuality debate within the organization. You won't want to miss this episode!…

Ross and Janet return this week for a brand new episode of JTIU. This week, they discuss Ashton Kutcher and a recent comment he made to a group of students. He said in order to be successful you must do 3 things: Seize opportunity, be sexy, and live your life. Is Kutcher right? Listen to the hosts to find out!…

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How did Janet and Ross react to the Zimmerman trial verdict of not guilty? When it comes down to it, are you going to put Zimmerman in jail for life because he did something the laws says he could do, if he did feel like his life was threatened. Was the verdict one that was sound of law? How would Stand Your Ground apply without guns? Janet present…