In this episode of The Real Truth, Tommy sits down with John Archibald, Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist and longtime voice in Alabama journalism to continue this season's exploration of the First Amendment and the Constitution in 2026.

They explore the role of a free press in holding power accountable, the growing challenges facing journalists, and why protecting sources remains essential to uncovering the truth. From shifting media landscapes to concerns about government transparency and public trust, the conversation examines what’s at stake when credibility, access, and accountability are all under pressure.

The Real Truth Season 3: "We The People"

It's the constitution's first three words, affirming that the government of the United States exists to serve its citizens. These next episodes will feature constitutional law experts discussing the rule of law, separation of powers, and all the other features of our democracy that make our country unique.

As The Real Truth continues exploring the status of the First Amendment (and the Constitution itself), Tommy speaks with Robert Corn-Revere, a leading First Amendment and media law practitioner and current Chief Counsel at the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE). He successfully defended CBS Television and Viacom in the FCC proceeding resulting from the Super Bowl "wardrobe malfunction" and petitioned for a posthumous pardon for late comedian Lenny Bruce, which was granted by New York Governor George Pataki in 2003.

They discuss press freedom, reporter-source confidentiality, and the legal limits of government power over speech. The conversation also examines how these protections are tested in today’s media landscape and why the courts remain a critical backstop against overreach.

Season 3: "We The People"

It's the constitution's first three words, affirming that the government of the United States exists to serve its citizens. These next episodes will feature constitutional law experts discussing the rule of law, separation of powers, and all the other features of our democracy that make our country unique.

In this episode of The Real Truth with Tommy Spina, Tommy speaks with Lee Levine, one of the nation’s leading First Amendment attorneys. Levine has practiced, taught, and written about First Amendment law for fifty years. He has argued on behalf of the press in courts nationwide, including the US Supreme Court. They discuss the role of a free press, legal protections for journalists, and the growing tension between government power and media accountability in today’s political climate. Their conversation comes at a time of renewed national attention on press rights, following recent reports of President Donald Trump threatening to subpoena or jail journalists over leaked information related to U.S. military operations in Iran.

The Real Truth Season 3: "We The People"

It's the constitution's first three words, affirming that the government of the United States exists to serve its citizens. These next episodes will feature constitutional law experts discussing the rule of law, separation of powers, and all the other features of our democracy that make our country unique.

Part of our ongoing look at government, power, and the Constitution, Tommy sits down with former U.S. Senator Doug Jones, now a Democratic candidate for governor of Alabama, to discuss what’s happening in Washington and what it means for the state.

They explore the role of Congress, concerns over executive power, and how political pressure is shaping decision-making at the federal level. The conversation also turns to Alabama, including the governor’s race, healthcare access, and the challenges facing voters in a rapidly changing political landscape.

Welcome to Season 3 of The Real Truth with Tommy Spina: "We The People"

In the first episode of this new season, Tommy speaks with Bruce Rogow, founding professor of the Nova Southeastern University Law Center. He has argued over 450 civil and criminal cases in federal and state appellate courts, including eleven before the Supreme Court of the United States.

In his eclectic career, Bruce has represented clients ranging from 2 Live Crew to the Ku Klux Klan, the Seminole Tribe of Florida, and Roger Stone.

On The Real Truth, he offers a fresh perspective on the evolving balance of power in government, the role of the courts, and how constitutional interpretation continues to shape today’s political and legal landscape.

"We The People"

It's the constitution's first three words, affirming that the government of the United States exists to serve its citizens. These next episodes will feature constitutional law experts discussing the rule of law, separation of powers, and all the other features of our democracy that make our country unique.

Part 9 of The Real Truth's in-dept look into Alabama's medical cannabis program. This week, Tommy speaks with Whitt Steineker, partner at Bradley and founder/co-chair of the law firm’s cannabis industry team, for an overview of where the program stands today and how it got here. From licensing delays and legal challenges to the status of integrated facility licenses, they break down the path from legislation to rollout.

Part 8 of The Real Truth’s deep dive into Alabama’s medical cannabis program. This week, Tommy speaks with Allen Forrest of Pick Up My Things, one of the licensed transporters in Alabama’s medical cannabis rollout. They discuss the transporter’s role in the seed-to-sale process, the security and logistics involved in moving cannabis materials, and how this often-overlooked part of the program helps connect cultivators, processors, and dispensaries.

Part 7 of The Real Truth’s Alabama medical cannabis series. Tommy speaks with Dr. Brent Boyett, an addiction medicine specialist and certified recommending physician, about the doctor’s role in the program, how patients are evaluated, and why cannabis must be approached as a carefully managed medical treatment.