Best AJC Podcasts (2026)

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The BIGGEST Sign Spalletti Has Changed Juventus… & The ONE Thing Still Missing! 1:12:54

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Juventus get the win vs Sassuolo — but the bigger story is what it tells us about Spalletti’s imprint on this team. In this reaction, we break down the ONE biggest sign Spalletti has truly changed Juve (identity, structure, and mentality)… and the ONE last thing Juve still need moving forward if they’re going to be serious Scudetto/UCL contenders. …

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What's at stake for the Falcons defense today? We ask AJC Atlanta Falcons Reporter D. Orlando Ledbetter that and more 7:23

1d ago7:23

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The guys are also joined by AJC Atlanta Falcons Reporter D. Orlando Ledbetter as the Falcons get ready for their season finally.

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AJC's Asia Pacific Institute on How Australia's Government Ignored the Warning Signs Before Bondi 15:27

21d ago15:27

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Once considered a haven for Jews, Australia is reeling after a deadly Hanukkah terror attack at Bondi Beach left 15 dead—the tragic outcome of skyrocketing hate. AJC Asia Pacific Institute Associate Director Hana Rudolph joins the podcast to unpack the crisis, revealing that despite over 2,000 antisemitic incidents in the year following October 7, …

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Episode 2618: Key leader says future is bright for UGA defense 1:09:09

1h ago1:09:09

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DawgNation Daily -- the daily podcast for Georgia Bulldogs fans Beginning of the show: I discuss why UGA, even amidst all the current chaos in college football, is still possibly well-positioned to field an elite defense in 2026 based on some news around the program this week. 15-minute mark: I asked a provocative question on social media this week…

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From January 6 to 2026 29:10

3h ago29:10

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Host Greg Bluestein is joined by AJC Washington bureau chief Tia Mitchell to break down the political aftershocks from the fifth anniversary of the January 6 attack, including testimony from former Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan and its impact on Georgia’s governor’s race. They examine how 2020 election claims continue to influence GOP politics, particularl…

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Episode 2617: Gunner Stockton could give UGA a big advantage in 2026 1:17:55

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DawgNation Daily -- the daily podcast for Georgia Bulldogs fans Beginning of the show: I discuss why Gunner Stockton's veteran presence could benefit UGA in 2026 if Stockton takes the next step with his development. 20-minute mark: I address the surprising turn Todd Monken's career has taken since leaving Georgia and explain what that might say abo…

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Dickens Starts Term Two 26:38

1h ago26:38

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Host Greg Bluestein is joined by AJC Atlanta City Hall reporter Riley Bunch to break down Mayor Andre Dickens’ second term as he begins his final years in office. They examine how Dickens enters with a stronger political position, fewer organized opponents, and an ambitious agenda, while looking ahead to the challenges facing City Hall, from shrink…

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Episode 2616: Crucial offseason storyline for UGA takes interesting twist 1:00:10

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DawgNation Daily -- the daily podcast for Georgia Bulldogs fans Beginning of the show: I discuss the possibility that Georgia left tackle Monroe Freeling could declare for the NFL draft based on growing buzz that he could be a first-round pick. 15-minute mark: I address how UGA will replace wide receiver Zachariah Branch now that Branch has declare…

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MTG Leaves Congress 32:25

2h ago32:25

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Hosts Greg Bluestein, Patricia Murphy, and Tia Mitchell break down the political shockwaves from Marjorie Taylor Greene’s decision to step away from Congress and publicly split with former President Donald Trump. They explore what her resignation says about fractures within the MAGA movement, whether her populist message could still resonate with G…

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The Challenge of Jewish Leadership (Rabbi Sacks on Shemot, Covenant & Conversation) 5:02

4h ago5:02

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Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. This series of Covenant & Conversation essays explores the theme of finding spirituality in the Torah, week by week, parsha by parsha.The Rabbi Sacks Legacy continues to share weekly inspiration from Rabbi Sacks. This piece was originally written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2011.Fol…

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Episode 2615: Kirby Smart makes it clear he's unconcerned about fan criticism 1:19:31

13h ago1:19:31

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DawgNation Daily -- the daily podcast for Georgia Bulldogs fans Beginning of the show: I discuss the ongoing fallout from Georgia's Sugar Bowl loss to Ole Miss including what Smart recently said about critics of Mike Bobo. 25-minute mark: I discuss the Bulldogs adding a significant name from the transfer portal. 35-minute mark: Former UGA All-Ameri…

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Big Questions for 2026 31:26

21h ago31:26

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Hosts Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy kick off the new year by laying out the biggest questions that will shape Georgia politics in 2026. They examine whether Democrats can sustain recent momentum, how closely Republicans will continue to align with Donald Trump, and what early polling says about the governor’s race. The hosts also dig into the …

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Another Two Points Thrown Away! Has Juve cost themselves a shot at the Scudetto?! 1:55:09

1d ago1:55:09

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Juventus vs Lecce ends in a brutal 1-1 draw — and it feels like Juve did the damage to themselves. In this match reaction and breakdown, we talk self-inflicted mistakes, missed chances, game management issues, and why this result hurts even more because it was there for the taking. We’ll cover the biggest turning points, what went wrong tactically,…

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How has the Peach Bowl grown in the last 25 years? We ask Chick-fil-a Peach Bowl CEO Gray Stoken that and more 15:03

1d ago15:03

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They’re joined by Chick-fil-a Peach Bowl CEO Gray Stoken as he prepares for his last Chick-fil-a Peach Bowl.

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How do you view today's game for the Falcons? 40:10

1d ago40:10

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In the second hour, Dave Archer speaks with Jerry C of Rooms to Go about their partnership with Home Depot. How does Room To Go and the Atlanta Falcons give back? They’re joined by Chick-fil-a Peach Bowl CEO Gray Stoken as he prepares for his last Chick-fil-a Peach Bowl. How has the Peach Bowl grown in the last 25 years? Plus, the guys are also joi…

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How was the She Got Game Tournament? We ask Kyle Sandy of Sandy Spiel that and more 14:23

1d ago14:23

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The guys are joined by Kyle Sandy of Sandy Spiel as high school basketball heats up.

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Tampa Bay wins but the Falcons and Saints hold the keys to the playoffs. 49:26

1d ago49:26

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In the first hour, Sam and Greg open the show reacting to the Saturday NFL games. Tampa Bay wins but the Falcons and Saints hold the keys to the playoffs. In the second segment, Sam gives his local sports report highlighting high school basketball. Did you make it out to the She Got Game Tournament? The guys are joined by Kyle Sandy of Sandy Spiel …

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Episode 2614: Kirby Smart takes criticism for key decisions in loss 49:34

4d ago49:34

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DawgNation Daily -- the daily podcast for Georgia Bulldogs fans On today's show, it's the morning after a miserable Sugar Bowl. After sleeping on it, we will discuss Kirby Smart's decisions on that fourth down call deep in Georgia's end, and why the Dawgs didn't try to run more clock on the final possession. Later, we look at what's next for UGA an…

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Episode 2613: UGA fans have strong reaction to Miami's CFP win 48:07

4d ago48:07

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DawgNation Daily -- the daily podcast for Georgia Bulldogs fans On today's show we share our final thoughts before tonight's Sugar Bowl -- including what UGA fans thought about Miami's win on Wednesday night and what Connor Riley and Jeff Sentell have to say about the final buildup to UGA and Ole Miss.…

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What's the vibe after last season's bye week outcome? We ask DawgNation’s Jeff Sentell that and more! 12:29

5d ago12:29

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They’re also joined by DawgNation’s Jeff Sentell ahead of Georgia’s Sugar Bowl appearance.

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How physical and fast is life in the pit? We ask Jeremy Kimbrough of Trackhouse Racing that and more! 13:58

5d ago13:58

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Sam and Greg are joined by Jeremy Kimbrough of Trackhouse Racing.

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Which college football game are you most excited for? 43:30

5d ago43:30

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In the last hour, Sam and Greg are joined by Jeremy Kimbrough of Trackhouse Racing. How physical and fast is life in the pit? They’re also joined by DawgNation’s Jeff Sentell ahead of Georgia’s Sugar Bowl appearance. What's the vibe after last season's bye week outcome? Plus, which college football game are you most excited for?…

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What are you expecting to see from Georgia tonight? We ask FOX 5 TV Sports Reporter Miles Garrett that and more! 12:57

5d ago12:57

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Sam and Greg are joined by FOX 5 TV Sports Reporter Miles Garrett, live from the Sugar Bowl.

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Which team was the best in Atlanta in 2025? 42:41

5d ago42:41

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In the third hour, Sam and Greg recap Atlanta sports 2025. Which team was the best in Atlanta in 2025? In the second segment, Sam and Greg are joined by FOX 5 TV Sports Reporter Miles Garrett, live from the Sugar Bowl. What are you expecting to see from Georgia tonight? Plus, Greg still tries to get you paid and tell Hollywood tales with Casting Ca…

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Are the questions around Quin Snyder's coaching fair? We ask Terrell Thomas of These Urban Times that and more 13:56

5d ago13:56

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They’re joined by Terrell Thomas of These Urban Times as the Hawks get a big win against the Timberwolves.

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Are you going to see the Notre Dame women's basketball team against Georgia Tech? 41:12

5d ago41:12

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In the second hour, Sam gives his local report highlighting college basketball. Are you going to see the Notre Dame women's basketball team against Georgia Tech? They’re joined by Terrell Thomas of These Urban Times as the Hawks get a big win against the Timberwolves. Are the questions around Quin Snyder's coaching fair? Plus, we enter Noel’s World…

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Miami takes down Ohio to shake up the playoffs! 42:39

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In the first hour, Sam and Greg kicks off the New Year for the station! Happy New Years from Sam and Greg! In the second segment, Sam and Greg talk about college football as Miami shocks the world! Miami takes down Ohio to shake up the playoffs. Plus, the guys try to figure out this Hawks situation as they get a win off Ant-Man and the Timberwolves…

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Episode 2612: Kirby Smart expresses his concern for UGA in the Sugar Bowl 57:19

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DawgNation Daily -- the daily podcast for Georgia Bulldogs fans Beginning of the show: Jon Stinchcomb joins us live from New Orleans off the top of the broadcast to discuss Kirby Smart's thoughts on the unique challenge Georgia faces coming off a long layoff since its last game. 15-minute mark: We discuss Ole Miss apparently getting star running ba…

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Full show 12-31-25 1:55:08

6d ago1:55:08

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Full Show from Sam & Greg on December 31, 2025

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HR 1 - How frustrated should fans be that the Falcons waited to get results? 38:48

6d ago38:48

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Sam & Greg kicked off the show with some Falcons discussion after the team picked up a major win over the Rams on Monday night. How frustrated should fans be that they waited until now to get results? The guys dug into some college football discussion as we hit the thick of bowl season and the College Football Playoff quarterfinals starting tonight…

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HR 2 - Are the Falcons able to build on a massive win over the Rams? 38:05

6d ago38:05

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Sam & Greg kicked off the second hour of the show with Sam hitting his local segment to discuss what's been going on in the Atlanta area at the high school level. Sam & Greg welcomed in Joe Patrick to talk some Falcons football after they picked up a big win over the Rams on Monday night. They wrapped with a Casting Call with Greg!…

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HR 3 - How much thought do we put into the Trae Young trade talk? 38:14

8d ago38:14

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It was a packed third hour for Sam & Greg, and Mike Lutzenkirchen joined the show to educate the people in Atlanta about safe driving and not drinking & driving on holidays like tonight, or any night. Caleb Johnson then joined Sam & Greg to dig into tonight's Hawks matchup with Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves. Kristaps Porzingis is s…

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It doesn't matter who it is or how it happens, but the Hawks need a win 13:58

6d ago13:58

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Caleb Johnson joined Sam & Greg to dig into tonight's Hawks matchup with Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves. Kristaps Porzingis is set to return, but what about Trae Young? How can the Hawks flip this recent skid?

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Would the Falcons be in the playoffs if Kirk Cousins started from Week 1? 11:34

6d ago11:34

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Sam & Greg welcomed in Joe Patrick to talk some Falcons football after they picked up a big win over the Rams on Monday night. What does it mean for this team moving forward? Why do they wait until they see the big opponents to play at this level?

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Lessons of 2025 31:44

6d ago31:44

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Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy look back at the questions they thought would define Georgia politics in 2025 and how events actually unfolded. They examine Donald Trump’s renewed influence on the state, from federal policy shifts to actions at the Capitol, and the political fallout from the collapse of the Fulton County election interference ca…

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Episode 2611: Hear from UGA coaches and players during Sugar Bowl Media Day 56:27

7d ago56:27

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DawgNation Daily -- the daily podcast for Georgia Bulldogs fans This is a special edition of DawgNation Daily recorded live in New Orleans during Sugar Bowl Media Day. The show will feature rare one-on-one interviews with some of Georgia's top players as they finish their preparations for Thursday's game against Ole Miss including... Christen Mille…

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AI Ads Raise Alarms 29:32

9d ago29:32

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Hosts Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy dig into the growing use of AI-generated political ads in Georgia, including concerns that the technology could mislead voters as the 2026 campaign cycle ramps up. They explain why state lawmakers want clearer disclosure rules, how those efforts could clash with federal law, and why both parties expect AI to…

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Grandparents (Rabbi Sacks on Vayechi, Covenant & Conversation) 4:47

7d ago4:47

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Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. This series of Covenant & Conversation essays explores the theme of finding spirituality in the Torah, week by week, parsha by parsha.The Rabbi Sacks Legacy continues to share weekly inspiration from Rabbi Sacks. This piece was originally written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2011.Fol…

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Episode 2610: The one word that has defined UGA in 2025 54:00

8d ago54:00

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DawgNation Daily -- the daily podcast for Georgia Bulldogs fans Beginning of the show: I discuss what Georgia coordinators Mike Boboand Glenn Schumann had to say about how much their players have improved thisseason and why it might set this UGA team apart. 17-minute mark: We get an update on the injury status of ColbieYoung, Ethan Barbour and Gabe…

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Legacy and the Future of Georgia 26:54

9d ago26:54

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On the one-year mark since President Jimmy Carter’s death, hosts Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy reflect on Carter’s lasting legacy in his hometown of Plains and what it means for Georgia today. Patricia shares voices from the community that helped shape Carter’s life and values, offering a portrait of how the small town continues to carry his e…

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Juventus SURVIVE a Must-Win! Kalulu PUSHES JUVE TO VICTORY! 1:51:53

9d ago1:51:53

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Juventus survive a MUST-WIN night and it’s Pierre Kalulu who pushes Juve over the line! The streak stays alive, the points are in the bag… but now the big debate starts: did Spalletti win it with a plan, or did Juve get lucky? 👉 Don’t forget to LIKE 👍, COMMENT your thoughts, and SUBSCRIBE for more Juventus content all season long! NOW OFFICIAL PART…

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What are you seeing from the Panthers this season? We ask College Football Analyst Charles Arbuckle that and more 14:18

9d ago14:18

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They’re joined by College Football Analyst Charles Arbuckle as bowl season and the college football playoffs heat up as well as answer questions about his market's NFL team, the Carolina Panthers.

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Should the Lions move on from Jared Goff? 40:23

9d ago40:23

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In the second hour, Sam and Greg get into some NFL talk as the top seed in the NFC is still up for grabs. Should the Lions move on from Jared Goff? They’re joined by College Football Analyst Charles Arbuckle as bowl season and the college football playoffs heat up. What are you seeing from the Panthers this season? Plus, no Falcons today–which game…

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What is the She Got Game Tournament? We ask Kyle Sandy of Sandy Spiel that and more 10:19

9d ago10:19

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Sam and Greg are joined by Kyle Sandy of Sandy Spiel as high school basketball in the city heats up.

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What's it like to be a Morning Anchor? We ask Gabriel Stovall formally of the Augusta Press that and more 15:50

9d ago15:50

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Sam and Greg are joined by Gabriel Stovall formally of the Augusta Press as he fills them in on high school basketball outside of Atlanta as well as announce his new TV role.

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Georgia Tech couldn't finish the job at the Pop-Tart Bowl 1:02:24

9d ago1:02:24

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In the first hour, Sam and Greg open the show with their stories of the week. Georgia Tech couldn't finish the job at the Pop-Tart Bowl. In the second segment, Sam and Greg are joined by Gabriel Stovall formally of the Augusta Press as he fills them in on high school basketball outside of Atlanta as well as announce his new TV role. What's it like …

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Episode 2609: One significant advantage UGA could have over Ole Miss 56:05

10d ago56:05

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DawgNation Daily -- the daily podcast for Georgia Bulldogs fans Here's today's episode of the show featuring a conversation about how the Ole Miss coaches being forced into double duty as they also spend time around their new jobs at LSU could create an additional advantage for Georgia. Recruiting insider Jeff Sentell also joins the show to discuss…

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Tal Becker on The Emerging "Judeo-Muslim Civilization" and What It Means for the Middle East 35:23

13d ago35:23

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Are we in a 'plastic moment,' an inflection point where the future of the Middle East can finally be reshaped? Veteran peace negotiator Dr. Tal Becker joins the podcast to analyze the shifting tides of regional diplomacy. Reflecting on his recent discussions in Abu Dhabi, Becker describes the Abraham Accords as an emerging "Judeo-Muslim civilizatio…

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Episode 2608: New Ole Miss coach makes humorous comment about facing UGA in rematch 1:14:55

14d ago1:14:55

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DawgNation Daily -- the daily podcast for Georgia Bulldogs fans Beginning of the show: I discuss what Pete Golding said Tuesday about the Georgia offense and revisit what we learned about the Bulldogs in their win vs. Ole Miss earlier this season. 15-minute mark: I share the update Kirby Smart provided about defensive end Gabe Harris' status for th…

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Reframing (Rabbi Sacks on Vayigash, Covenant & Conversation) 9:09

14d ago9:09

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Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. This series of Covenant & Conversation essays explores the theme of finding spirituality in the Torah, week by week, parsha by parsha.The Rabbi Sacks Legacy continues to share weekly inspiration from Rabbi Sacks. This piece was originally written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2016.Fol…