Best Public Broadcasting Atlanta Podcasts (2025)

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New Morehouse College president; GSU law professor on birthright citizenship class action lawsuit 50:38

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Morehouse College’s growing list of notable alumni now includes the institution’s 13th president. Dr. F. DuBois Bowman, a biostatistician and public health leader, most recently served as the dean of the University of Michigan School of Public Health. He joined “Closer Look” to share his leadership style and vision for the institution, just one day…

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Education funds remain frozen; Mail distribution center struggles; Edible landscapes 16:23

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On the Monday July 14th edition of Georgia Today: As close to seven billion federal dollars for education funding remains frozen, Georgia schools could be among the worst to feel the effects; A postal distribution center in Palmetto still struggles, a year after frustrating mail delays across the nation; and have you ever thought about using your b…

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Food banks prepare for more demand; Low turnout for Public Service Commission election 12:35

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LISTEN: On the Friday, July 11 edition of Georgia Today: Georgia food banks prepare for increased demand after federal cuts to food assistance programs; The Securities and Exchange Commission sues a Georgia lawmaker over an alleged Ponzi scheme; And an important Georgia election is coming up next week. so why has voter turnout been so low?…

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City of Atlanta, housing justice advocates & community groups partner to clear Old Wheat Street encampment 49:05

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This week, a coalition of community groups, housing justice advocates and the City of Atlanta partnered to clear the Old Wheat Street encampment. It’s an initiative that’s been in the works for months. A total of 30 people were placed in temporary stable housing. The move comes months after Cornelius Taylor died in the area, when city workers broug…

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Upcoming Families First nationwide rally against Trump policies and federal cuts; Atlanta’s Shawn Rashid on racing toward Formula 1 50:15

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In response to the current political climate, various organizations across the country will gather on July 26 for Families First: A 50-State Day of Peaceful Action. The initiative aims to unite organizations that oppose President Trump's tax and spending cuts. Joel Payne, the chief communications officer for MoveOn, talked more about the upcoming e…

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Voter registrations could be cancelled; ADA law anniversary; SNAP eligibility changes 9:57

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On the Thursday, July 10 edition of Georgia Today: The Georgia secretary of state's office is advising hundreds of thousands of voters to check their registration; today marks the anniversary of a landmark civil rights law protecting people with disabilities; and some changes to SNAP eligibility could already be in effect as a result of President T…

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Arrested journalist remains in federal custody; Endangered birds; Job Corps cuts 9:21

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LISTEN: On the Wednesday, July 9 edition of Georgia Today: The journalist arrested while covering a protest near Atlanta remains in federal custody; a state law protecting endangered birds could soon be changed; and South Fulton City Council members speak out against the Trump administration's cuts to Job Corps.…

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Analysis of Supreme Court’s ruling in Mahmoud v. Taylor; Remembering the power of Nikki Giovanni’s words 52:22

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The Mahmoud v. Taylor case has sparked debate about the balance between parental religious freedom, the authority of school boards to establish curricula and the constitutional rights of children. In the case, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that a group of parents in Montgomery County, Maryland, have the right to opt their children out of classroom r…

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Georgia Today: Jones announces governor candidacy; UGA sleep study; Smithsonian voting exhibit 8:49

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On the Tuesday, July 8 edition of Georgia Today: Lt. Gov. Burt Jones announces run for governor; a new study from UGA details the importance of sleep on youth brain development; and Georgia to host a traveling exhibit from the Smithsonian on voting in America.

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Georgia’s Burt Jones finally enters 2026 gubernatorial race; Resigning Atlanta City Councilmember Amir Farokhi talks highs & lows; Atlanta City Council passes “smart surfaces" roof policy 51:12

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The number of candidates entering the 2026 Georgia gubernatorial race continues to grow. On Tuesday, Georgia Lt. Gov. Burt Jones officially announced his candidacy. Atlanta-based political strategist and analyst Fred Hicks shares insights on the race so far. Plus, after 8 years, it’s a new chapter for Atlanta City Councilmember Amir Farokhi. Farokh…

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Federal funding freeze for education; Women's sports bar; New Alzheimer's medication 10:17

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On the Monday, July 7 edition of Georgia Today: A federal freeze of education funding impacts schools across Georgia; Georgia's first-ever women's sports bar opens its doors; and an Atlanta man is one of the first to be treated with a new medication for Alzheimer's disease.

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'Big Beautiful Bill' passes; Peachtree Road Race; Calls for removal of Brunswick DA 13:48

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On the Thursday, July 3 edition of Georgia Today: A look at what the passing of President Trump's massive new spending bill means for Georgia; runners gear up for this year's Peachtree Road Race in Atlanta; and five county leaders in Southeast Georgia want the Brunswick DA removed from office.

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‘Closer Look’ listeners and local grill master share summer grilling tips 52:32

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Friday marks the Fourth of July. People across the Peach State are gearing up for Independence Day celebrations, including the Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Peachtree Road Race. Ahead of the holiday weekend, on Thursday’s special edition of “Closer Look,” host Rose Scott, along with producer Daniel Rayzel, and engineer and grill master Sawyer Vand…

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Weather forecasters could lose critical data; Dekalb County 'Peaceful Protests' guide 7:28

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On the Wednesday, July 2 edition of Georgia Today: Weather forecasters may soon lose access to some critical data; Dekalb County releases a guide on protesting; Columbia County will create its own library system in part because of book challenges.

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GSU law professor analysis on high court’s LGBTQ schoolbooks opt-out case; Atlanta Stitch project still possible amid federal funding concerns 48:28

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The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled in favor of a group of parents in Montgomery County, Maryland, granting them the right to opt their children out of classroom readings that include LGBTQ themes, based on religious objections. Tanya Monique Washington, a professor at the Center for Access to Justice and the Marjorie F. Knowles Chair in Law at Georgi…

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Chamblee Police Department launches LGBT Liaison Program; Marietta teen selected for Team USA’s Under-19 volleyball division; Analysis: Is there a Democratic Socialist movement in Georgia? 49:20

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The Chamblee Police Department recently launched its LGBT Liaison Program. Officer Brandon White, who serves as the department’s first-ever LGBT Liaison, discusses how the new initiative will strengthen community trust and engagement within the Chamblee LGBTQ+ community. Plus, Kari Knotts, a 14-year-old volleyball player from Marietta, Georgia, dis…

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Ga. Power freezes rates; Alleged North Korean scheme; Museum will display space rock 16:14

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On the Tuesday, July 1 edition of Georgia Today: Georgia Power freezes rates until 2028; four North Korean remote workers face federal charges for an alleged scheme involving an Atlanta business; and a Georgia science museum will soon display a piece of the space rock which flew over the state last week.…

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New laws will go into effect; Food-serving robots in ATL; "No Taxes on Tips" proposal 10:10

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On the Monday June 30 edition of Georgia Today: Dozens of new laws go into effect tomorrow in Georgia; food-serving robots crawl the streets of parts of Atlanta; and will President Trump's "no taxes on tips" proposal really help restaurant workers?

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Law professors analyze SCOTUS ruling that could impact birthright citizenship 37:31

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The U.S. Supreme Court’s Friday ruling limits the use of nationwide injunctions. However, the justices did not decide whether President Trump’s executive order to end birthright citizenship is lawful. The long-term fate of the order remains uncertain — though Trump is still calling the decision a win. Rose talks with Georgia State University consti…

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SCOTUS rules on power of lower courts; Okefenokee Wildlife Refuge land deal 22:30

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On the Friday, June 27 edition of Georgia Today: The U.S. Supreme Court rules lower courts can no longer block executive orders on birthright citizenship; the deadline approaches for families to apply for Georgia's Promise Scholarship; and a look at how the land deal preserving the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge was made.…

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Nikole Hannah-Jones on the creation of The 1619 Project; Remembering Atlanta’s first Black mayor Maynard Jackson 50:57

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Throughout the month of June, “Closer Look” has spotlighted Juneteenth-related conversations. On Friday, show host Rose Scott concludes the series, revisiting her 2024 conversation with Nikole Hannah-Jones, the Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter behind the groundbreaking The 1619 Project for The New York Times Magazine. During the conversation that to…

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Advocates remain hopeful for Georgia man detained by ICE; Award-winning host Lois Reitzes reflects on 45-year radio career at WABE 50:17

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Rodney Taylor has built a life in the United States. He works as a barber in Snellville, Georgia. According to his fiancée, Mildred Pierre, Taylor, he’s a double amputee and lives with several long-term medical conditions. She also says he has documentation for a current green card application. Despite this, Taylor was detained by U.S. Immigration …

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Charges dropped for arrested journalist; Cursive writing returns; Firefighter calendar 11:02

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On the Thursday June 26th edition of Georgia Today: Charges have been dropped for the journalist arrested while covering a recent protest; Cursive writing is coming back to Georgia public schools; And a look behind the scenes at this year's Macon-Bibb County Firefighter calendar.

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Librarian fired over book display; Affordable housing; Is MARTA ready for World Cup? 9:21

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On the Wednesday, June 25 edition of Georgia Today: A librarian in Southeast Georgia is fired over a controversial book display; a conference for affordable housing wraps up in Atlanta; and is Atlanta's rapid transit system MARTA ready for the 2026 FIFA World Cup?

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Trump cuts hit for-profit businesses working with nonprofits; WABE environmental reporter breaks down controversial Okefenokee mining project 49:53

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The Lola, a women-led co-working space in Atlanta, may be forced to shut down. Dana Xavier Dojnik, CEO of The Lola, and Sagdrina Brown Jalal, the CEO of Atlanta Leadership Consultant and founder of the Legacy Leadership Program, talk with Rose about how federal funding cuts are impacting for-profit businesses that support nonprofit organizations. T…

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Clayton State to host its annual Social Mobility Summit; Atlanta Journal-Constitution appoints new opinion editor 50:44

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A major aspect of Clayton State University’s mission is social mobility. Tied to the mission is the university’s annual Social Mobility Summit. The event will be held on Wednesday, June 25. Its lineup includes panels, workshops, and discussions exploring key factors influencing social mobility—and how higher education can be a powerful driver of ch…

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Immunization committee; Atlanta Beltline update; Anniversary of Roe V. Wade overturn 9:44

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LISTEN: On the Tuesday, June 24 edition of Georgia Today: A new committee on vaccines gets ready to meet at the Atlanta-based CDC; the Atlanta Beltline reaches a milestone; and three years after the overturning of Roe v. Wade, Georgia's six week abortion ban continues to frustrate advocates.

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NEAN nonprofit expands environmental justice efforts to Atlanta 27:44

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The National Environmental Action Network (NEAN) is working to promote environmental justice. The Virginia-based nonprofit is expanding its efforts to educate the public about the health impacts of toxic “forever chemicals” known as PFAS, polychlorinated biphenyls, heavy metals and synthetic pesticides. Lewis Brown, the CEO and founder of NEAN, tal…

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Reactions to Iran airstrike; Arrest of local journalist; Ga. playwright on Broadway 16:04

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On the Monday, June 23 edition of Georgia Today: Georgia leaders react to President Trump's bombing of Iran; local press advocates sound the alarm over a journalist's arrest in metro Atlanta; and a Georgia playwright's new production puts a millennial spin on the Broadway musical.

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Arrested journalist placed in ICE custody; Wildlife Refuge saved by nonprofit 12:29

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On the Friday, June 20 edition of Georgia Today: A journalist arrested while covering a protest in Atlanta has been placed into ICE custody; a nonprofit saves the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge from being developed into a titanium mine; and Georgia lawmakers react to the assassination of two Minnesota lawmakers last weekend.…

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Closer Look Juneteenth Special: Natural Gifts 54:36

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“Closer Look” returns with our annual Juneteenth event, recorded live at Hammonds House Museum in the West End neighborhood of Atlanta. This year, host Rose Scott speaks with panelists on the theme of "Natural Gifts: Honoring the Contributions of Enslaved Africans and Black Americans, Pre-Civil War to Present." Guests include: Kuumba storyteller Dr…

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Public Service Commission Primary Elections; Job Corps students sue Dept. of Labor 13:10

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On the Wednesday June 18th edition of Georgia Today: Voting in the Public Service Commission primaries come to a close, with low voter turnout; Job Corps students sue the US Department of Labor; and Senator Jon Ossoff criticizes the defunding of maintenance programs for military housing.

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Arrested journalist could be deported; Atlanta tree protection; Proposed Medicaid cuts 10:36

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On the Tuesday, June 17 edition of Georgia Today: A journalist arrested in Georgia over the weekend could face deportation; the city of Atlanta updates its ordinance on protecting trees; and proposed federal cuts to Medicaid have some caregivers worried.

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New report reviews aftermath of 2020 racial justice protests; ICE seeks tenant records from property managers 49:31

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The National Urban League has released a new report highlighting both the strides and the setbacks in local and federal policy reform in the aftermath of George Floyd’s murder in 2020. NUL President and CEO Marc Morial joins “Closer Look” to discuss “George Floyd Five Years Later: Was It a Moment or a Movement?” Also, ICE is now serving administrat…

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'No Kings Day' protests; Cuts could affect libraries; Increase in dementia diagnoses 11:54

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On the Monday, June 16 edition of Georgia Today: Saturday's national "No Kings" protests bring out demonstrators in many Georgia cities; Looming federal cuts could mean scaling back services in Georgia libraries; And the number of people diagnosed with dementia in the coming years is expected to double.…

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'No Kings' Protests this weekend; Man dies in ICE custody; Federal cuts to Job Corps 12:11

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On the Friday, June 13 edition of Georgia Today: Weekend protests for so-called "No Kings Day" are planned across the nation; a Mexican citizen dies by suicide while in ICE custody in Georgia; federal budget cuts to the Job Corps program leave vulnerable young people wondering where they'll go next.

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Feedback Friday: Listeners share concerns about AI and ethics 50:46

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A recent opinion piece in the Wall Street Journal made a straightforward claim with its headline: “AI Is Learning to Escape Human Control.” The author, AE Studio CEO Judd Rosenblatt, cites reported incidents of artificial intelligence models disobeying orders to shut down and even blackmailing a human engineer. But others in the industry say Rosenb…

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Study shows above-average PFAS levels; CDC jobs reinstated; The Gathering arena approved 12:45

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On the Thursday, June 12 edition of Georgia Today: A new study shows residents of two Georgia cities have above average levels of forever chemicals in their blood; More than 400 CDC employees have their jobs reinstated; And a new $3 billion development in Atlanta could mean the return of pro hockey.

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Equine therapy nonprofit benefits humans and horses; Atlantans flock to Wylde Center's chickens 50:13

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Since 1996 Flying Change Equine Therapy has been helping children, adults and whole families discover a new way to approach emotional and behavioral health. On today's edition of “Closer Look,” the team returns to Flying Change Equine Therapy to visit with founder Lissa Corcoran and, of course, the sassy horses. Plus, we revisit an April interview …

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Lengthy YSL case wraps up; Discovering Lady Liberty’s connection to abolition 48:37

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28 indictments and three years later, the YSL case resulted in minimal charges and may have cost taxpayers millions of dollars. Atlanta-based investigative journalist George Chidi joins “Closer Look” to talk about the trial’s outcome and his estimate of its cost. Plus, the Statue of Liberty is one of the most recognized symbols in the world, but so…

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Protests against CDC rules; State AG warns future protesters; Barrow Co. SRO funding 7:53

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On the Wednesday June 11th edition of Georgia Today: Protesters show out to demonstrate against the Trump administration's changes to CDC guidelines; The State Attorney General threatens domestic terrorism charges against future protesters who quote "earn it"; And the fight over who will pay for school security officers in Barrow County continues.…

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Education reform in K-12 schools; Atlanta company empowers AI use in nonprofits 49:50

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Many students are still struggling since the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, and are now facing shrinking federal oversight as the Trump administration seeks to abolish the Department of Education. Careshia Moore, founder and CEO of Compete to Succeed Educational Resources, shares why she thinks education reform is crucial in a changing educationa…

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State Election Board rules struck down; Housing challenges for intellectually disabled 12:55

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On the June 10 edition: The state Supreme Court strikes down changes to State Election Board rules; Georgia's getting new area code; and a look at the challenges Georgians with intellectual disabilities face when it comes to housing.

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Trump considers ‘symbolic’ pardons for fake electors; ‘Workplace fixer’ on April jobs loss for Black women 50:10

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A new Mother Jones article reveals the Trump administration is considering pardons for so-called fake electors in the 2020 presidential election – even though none of them have been charged with a federal crime. Senior reporter Dan Friedman shares why the move is largely symbolic and what implications it has for President Trump’s legacy. Also, self…

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RNC convention; Public Service Commission election; COVID vaccine recommendation ended 10:10

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On the Monday, June 9 edition of Georgia Today: Georgia Republicans wrap up their state convention in Dalton; the election for Georgia's Public Service Commission suffers from low voter turnout; how COVID-19 vaccine recommendations affect those with long-term complications.

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Savannah mayor goes undercover; Social media law; 2025 FIFA Club World Cup 12:18

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On the Friday, June 6 edition of Georgia Today: The mayor of Savannah goes undercover with the Chatham County sheriff to catch scammers; courts hear a challenge to a Georgia law aimed at restricting childrens' social media use; and the city of Atlanta gears up to host six matches of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.…

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Emory professor Dr. Karida Brown on her new book 'The Battle for the Black Mind' 50:47

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Dr. Karida Brown says her new book “The Battle For the Black Mind” is much more than a history lesson for readers – it’s personal. The NAACP Image Award-winning author follows the history of segregation in America's education system and the ongoing struggle for educational justice. Dr. Brown returns to "Closer Look" to share more about her new book…

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Medicaid and SNAP backlog; MTG's regrets over spending bill vote; Restoring oyster beds 11:25

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On the Thursday June 5th edition of Georgia Today: Georgia tackles a backlog of Medicaid and SNAP applicants; Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene has regrets about her vote for the so-called Big Beautfiul Bill; And wildlife officials try a new method for restoring oyster habitats near Sapelo Island.…

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Investigative report raises questions about money earmarked for affordable housing in Atlanta; Vegan Wangs expands to brick-and-mortar location in Southwest Atlanta 51:09

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According to a new investigative report published by Atlanta Civic Circle, the City of Atlanta’s Affordable Housing Trust Fund is being used to pay housing bond debt and staff salaries. Sean Keenan, a housing reporter at Atlanta Civic Circle, returns to “Closer Look,” to discuss the story and the response from housing advocates and some city offici…

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Folkston ICE center doubles capacity; Cuts to Job Corps program; Space photo exhibit 16:18

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On the Wednesday, June 4 edition of Georgia Today: An ICE processing center in Southeast Georgia more than doubles its capacity as part of a nationwide federal crackdown on immigration; Federal cuts to the Job Corps program affect at-risk youth in Atlanta; And we'll tell you how some rare photographs taken in space ended up in Columbus, Ga.…