Backstory Podcast No. 186 features discussions on various topics, including the 2024 US Presidential election results, government spending on misinformation, the impact of the war in Ukraine, and news stories from Alabama, such as the closing of rural hospitals and changes to hunting seasons. The podcast also covers legal and political issues, including antitrust lawsuits against Google and proposed constitutional amendments in Alabama. The episode includes input from a Veterans/Consumer Advocate, a journalist, and an attorney.