Episode Details

**Episode 1187 – Hour 2: Kingfish from Jackson Jambalaya**

In Hour 2, Clay Edwards is joined by Kingfish, the founder of JacksonJambalaya.com, for a wide-ranging and no-holds-barred conversation on Mississippi and Jackson issues.

The duo dives deep into the Mississippi Senate’s controversial decision to kill a House bill that would have provided temporary relief for the ongoing ABC liquor distribution backlog. They discuss the real-world impact on liquor stores, bars, restaurants, and casinos, why the fix failed in conference, and whether it’s time to privatize the state’s liquor system entirely.

Kingfish breaks down the newly passed Jackson water authority legislation, explaining the board structure, how it shifts control and debt away from city leadership, why many lawmakers don’t trust Jackson voters with critical infrastructure, and the political fallout from Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba’s office.

The conversation also touches on local restaurant news, including the closure of Full Moon Barbecue in Madison, the strengths and weaknesses of gas station barbecue versus sit-down spots, and why some barbecue joints struggle in the Jackson area.

As always, expect sharp analysis, Southern perspective, and unfiltered commentary on Jackson politics, bureaucracy, and daily life in Central Mississippi. Clay even throws Kingfish a curveball with a wild question about Matt Gaetz’s claims regarding alien hybrid breeding programs—eliciting a classic Kingfish reaction.

If you like honest talk on Mississippi news, Jackson issues, and conservative commentary with a side of humor, this hour is for you.

**Guest:** Kingfish (Jackson Jambalaya)

**Topics:** ABC liquor backlog, Jackson water authority bill, local barbecue scene, Mississippi politics, and more