Best Mitch Leff Podcasts (2025)

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Libby Allnatt, What Now Atlanta 26:51

1d ago26:51

26:51

This week, our "4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" shines on Libby Allnatt with What Now Atlanta. What Now Atlanta is part of a network of 32 sites across the US and Canada, focused on restaurant, retail, and real estate news. Coolest thing: She loves coffee shops and has an IG page where she reviews local shops (@atlcaffeinequeen) Last Podcast: We’…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Trevor Williams, Global Atlanta 26:01

16d ago26:01

26:01

This week, our "4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" shines on Trevor Williams, Global Atlanta. GlobalAtlanta covers international business and other news around Georgia, focusing on how the world connects to Georgia. Coolest Thing About Trevor: He loves going to estate sales, it's a family activity! Favorite Restaurant: Thumbs Up diner Favorite Getaw…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Brian Clark, The Georgia Sun 22:54

25d ago22:54

22:54

This week, our "4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" shines on Brian Clark, publisher of The Georgia Sun! The Georgia Sun is an online news outlet covering local news, business, and features across the state. Coolest Thing About Brian: He's a major history buff! Favorite Restaurant: Sidelines, family sports bar in Cobb and Cherokee Favorite Getaway: S…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Faith Jessie and Zach Merchant, 11Alive's "The Georgia Vote" 40:18

2M ago40:18

40:18

This week, our "4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" shines on Faith Jessie and Zack Merchant, hosts of "The Georgia Vote" on WXIA TV/11Alive. Their show covers Georgia politics and legislative topics, airs Sundays at 11 a.m., and is about to hit its one year anniversary. Coolest Thing About Faith – She has two first names, which is sometimes a thing!…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Anila Yoganathan, Atlanta Business Chronicle 26:31

2M ago26:31

26:31

This week, our "4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" shines on Anila Yoganathan with the Atlanta Business Chronicle. The Chronicle is a weekly newspaper covering business news in Atlanta, published by American City Business Journals. The paper has both a weekly print edition and an online edition. Coolest Thing About Anila: Her mother runs a pottery b…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Curt Yeomans, Gwinnett Daily Post 27:10

2M ago27:10

27:10

This week, our "4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" shines on Curt Yeomans, Senior Writer for the Gwinnett Daily Post. The Gwinnett Daily Post is the major newspaper in this north Atlanta county, one of the largest and fastest-growing counties in Georgia. Curt is currently the paper’s sole reporter and he covers just about everything … except sports!…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Kathleen Conway, Georgia Trend magazine 27:53

3M ago27:53

27:53

This week, our "4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" shines on Kathleen Conway, Managing Editor, Georgia Trend magazine. Georgia Trend is a monthly print and digital magazine, covering business topics, economic development topics, and all sorts of other issues from across the state. Each issue includes feature stories, columns, and special focuses on …

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Michelle Havich, American City & County 26:29

4M ago26:29

26:29

This week, our "4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" shines on Michelle Havich, editor of American City & County. American City & County has been the voice of state and local government since 1909. The site serves city, county and state officials who are charged with developing and implementing government policy, programs and projects. It provides rea…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Writer Katja Ridderbusch 30:19

4M ago30:19

30:19

This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” shines on independent writer Katja Ridderbusch. We talked about all the different media outlets she works for (German Public Radio, Times of Israel, Welt, Spiegel, GABiz magazine, Georgia Public Broadcasting, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, WABE, Atlanta magazine, KFF health news, TIME, US News) a…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Tracy Green, WANF TV 26:47

4M ago26:47

26:47

This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” shines on Tracy Green, Senior Executive Producer with WANF TV, Atlanta News First. We talked about her role at the station, what makes WANF different from other stations in the market, and how public relations professionals can work with her team. Coolest Thing – She’s a Howard Stern superfan and sh…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Sammie Purcell, Rough Draft Atlanta 27:02

5M ago27:02

27:02

This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” shines on Sammie Purcell, Associate Editor covering the entertainment industry for Rough Draft Atlanta. We talked about her take on the state of the film industry in Georgia, and things she wants to cover over the next few months, including awards season, an interview with a great female studio owne…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Tyrik Wynn, Black Information Network 27:15

5M ago27:15

27:15

This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” shines on Tyrik Wynn, an anchor and reporter with the Black Information Network (BIN). Important Things to Know About Tyrik: Coolest Thing: Loves adventure, like roller coasters Favorite Local Restaurant: Maggiano's Last Book: Preparing CEOs for Success Favorite Non-Work Hobby: Fishing! Favorite Loc…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Stone Payton, Business Radio X 27:23

6M ago27:23

27:23

This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Stone Payton with Business Radio X, a nationwide network focused on promoting business experts! Important Things to Know About Stone: Coolest Thing: He chose two, his name (Stone) and the fact that he's a new grandfather Favorite Local Restaurant: Ippolito's italian restaurant Last Book: …

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Rachel Kellogg, Neighbor Newspapers 23:15

7M ago23:15

23:15

This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Rachel Kellogg, Bureau Chief for the Neighbor Newspapers.' Important Things to Know About Rachel: Coolest Thing: She's a big collector of video game themed stuffed animals Favorite Local Restaurant: Thai House in Roswell Last Book: Heart Full of Lies by Ann Rule (true crime writer) Favori…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Rebecca Grapevine, Healthbeat 20:55

7M ago20:55

20:55

This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Rebecca Grapevine, Atlanta Correspondent for HealthBeat, a new online media outlet focused on Atlanta and Georgia health issues. Important Things to Know About Rebecca: Coolest Thing: She loves being about and about and loves all the events around Atlanta. Before she was a journalist, she…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Leroy Chapman, Atlanta Journal-Constitution 24:10

8M ago24:10

24:10

This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Leroy Chapman, Editor in Chief of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Important Things to Know About Leroy: Coolest Thing: He's an amateur barber Favorite Local Restaurants: Fellini's pizza, Bones Restaurant Last Book: "His Name is George Floyd" by Washington Post journalists Robert Samuels…

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4 Questions Journalist Spotlight with Mark Arum, the Mark Arum Show, WSB Radio 28:10

8M ago28:10

28:10

This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Mark Arum, host of the Mark Arum Show on WSB Radio. Listen Monday - Friday from 9 am to Noon. Important Things to Know About Mark: Coolest Thing: He's got a great baseball card collection Favorite Local Restaurant: LaGrotta Last Book: "Tell It True" by John Pruitt Favorite Non-Work Hobby:…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Gus Valdes, CNN Espanol 23:23

9M ago23:23

23:23

This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Gustavo Valdes, producer and anchor for CNN Espanol. Important Things to Know About Gustavo: Coolest Thing: "I get paid to do what I like to do! I love doing journalism." Favorite Local Restaurant: Taco Veloz on Buford Highway Last Book: The Teacher, a great mystery novel Favorite Non-Wor…

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4 Questions Journalist Spotlight with Chuck Reece, Salvation South 22:06

9M ago22:06

22:06

This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Chuck Reece, co-founder of Salvation South, a digital publication celebrating the culture of the American South, though stories, poetry, and podcasts. Important Things to Know About Chuck: Coolest Thing: He was at the University of Georgia at the height of the '80s music scene! Favorite L…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Luis Estrada, Telemundo Atlanta 34:57

10M ago34:57

34:57

This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Luis Estrada, Anchor/Reporter with Telemundo Atlanta. This is our first bi-lingual episode, with Estrada talking with host Mitch Leff in both English and Spanish. Important Things to Know About Luis: Coolest Thing: He's a bad singer, but he's trying to be better! Favorite Local Restaurant…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Gabriel Stovall, Newton County Journal 20:51

10M ago20:51

20:51

This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Gabriel Stovall, founder of the Newton County Journal. Important Things to Know About Gabriel: Coolest Thing: He's a Pastor and his son is top-ranked in Taekwondo Favorite Local Restaurant: The Town House Cafe in Covington Last Book: "Think Life A Freak" by Stephen J. Dubner and Steven Le…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Zoe Seiler, Decaturish 25:40

11M ago25:40

25:40

This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Zoe Seiler, Assistant Editor at Decaturish.com. Important Things to Know About Zoe: Coolest Thing About Zoe: She's played soccer all her life Favorite Local Restaurant: Pastries A Go Go Last Book: "The Good Part” by Sophie Cousens Favorite Non-Work Hobby: Gardening Favorite Local Getaway:…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Pamela Kirkland, Georgia Public Broadcasting 26:10

11M ago26:10

26:10

This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Pamela Kirkland, Host of Morning Edition on Georgia Public Broadcasting. Important Things to Know About Pamela: Coolest Thing About Pamela: Used to be a big runner, has run several marathons and half-marathons, and wants to get back to it Favorite Local Restaurant: Upbeat on Howell Mill R…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Mike Jordan Atlanta Journal-Constitution 24:56

12M ago24:56

24:56

This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Mike Jordan, the new Senior Editor, Black Culture Reporting, for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Important Things to Know About Mike: Coolest Thing About Ryan: He's a finalist for a James Beard Award ... for the second year in a row! Favorite Local Restaurant: Mujo Atlanta Last Podcast:…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Ryan Dennis, PeachPopFive 22:29

1y ago22:29

22:29

This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Ryan Dennis, producer and Host of Peach Pop Five! You might know Ryan and one of the founders of the A-Scene entertainment franchise on WXIA TV. Peach Pop Five is an entertainment-focused website that covers film and television, music, business, life, and gaming. Important Things to Know …

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Beth McKibben, Rough Draft Atlanta 24:44

1y ago24:44

24:44

This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Beth McKibben, food and dining editor for Rough Draft Atlanta. She joined recently after many years with Eater Atlanta and will be writing for all of Rough Draft’s newspapers, plus their weekly “Side Dish” newsletter every Thursday. Beth talks with us about the things that make a story of…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Scott Kimbler, Georgia News Network 22:10

1y ago22:10

22:10

This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Scott Kimbler, Executive Producer with the Georgia News Network! GNN is a network of more than 180 radio stations across Georgia, providing news content to their member stations. Important Things to Know About Scott: Coolest Thing About Scott: Has an extensive collection of jazz albums th…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Abby Kousouris, WANF TV 21:56

1y ago21:56

21:56

This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Abby Kousouris with WANF TV! Abby is the state reporter for the station, which means you'll see her stories on Gray TV stations across Georgia (and beyond). Important Things to Know About Abby: Coolest Thing: She loves to go hiking around Atlanta Last Book Read: "It Ends with Us" by Colle…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Audrey Galex, AIB Network 20:54

1y ago20:54

20:54

This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Audrey Galex with the AIB Network! Important Things to Know About Audrey: Coolest Thing: She runs a Facebook page called the "Abandoned Mattress Project" Last Podcast: Hidden Brain Favorite Local Restaurants: Cafe Alsace, Pastries A Go Go Favorite Local Getaway: Tin Roof Cantina Favorite …

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Tracie Morse, North Atlanta Fitlife magazine 18:33

1y ago18:33

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This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Tracie Morse, owner/publisher of North Atlanta Fitlife magazine in Atlanta. Important Things to Know About Tracie: Coolest Thing: She loves to dance! Last Books Read: "Henderson House" by Caren Simpson McVicker, "Go-Giver" by Bob Burg and John David Mann Favorite Local Restaurant: Rumi's …

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Marlon Hyde, WABE Radio 21:42

1y ago21:42

21:42

This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Marlon Hyde, business reporter with WABE Radio in Atlanta. Topics he’s looking at for upcoming stories: Electric vehicles, economics during the election year, tech companies in Georgia, VR companies, housing and interest rates, Important Things to Know About Marlon: Coolest Thing: Collect…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Audrey Washington, WSB TV 30:35

1+ y ago30:35

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This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Audrey Washington, a general assignment reporter and anchor at WSB TV in Atlanta. Important Things to Know About Audrey: Coolest thing: She loves anything live, live performances, live music, and she loves to cook ... especially cooking fish. Last Book Read: Protect Your Peace by Trent Sh…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Josh Green, UrbanizeATL 24:29

1+ y ago24:29

24:29

This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Josh Green, editor of UrbanizeATL, an online media outlet that covers real estate and development around the metro Atlanta area. UrbanizeATL is part of a family of online media outlets across the US and in Canada. Important Things to Know About Josh: Coolest thing: Just published his firs…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Rebecca Grapevine, Atlanta Business Chronicle 23:07

1+ y ago23:07

23:07

This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” podcast focuses on Rebecca Grapevine, a staff writer with the Atlanta Business Chronicle. She covers healthcare, higher education, startups, and venture capital. Important Things to Know About Rebecca: She loves history, in fact she’s got her Ph.D. in History and taught it before getting into journa…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Rico Figliolini, Peachtree Corners/Southwest Gwinnett magazines 21:55

1+ y ago21:55

21:55

This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Rico Figliolini, publisher of Peachtree Corners magazine and Southwest Gwinnett magazine. Plus, he's got a podcast, Peachtree Corners Life! Important Things to Know About Rico: Coolest Thing: Used to like being an extra in film and tv productions (the food was really good!), bur he really…

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"4 Questions PR and Marketing Agency Spotlight" with Caren West, Caren West PR (Part 2 of 2) 20:19

1+ y ago20:19

20:19

Leff & Associates Public Relations last month launched a new podcast that will highlight Atlanta’s talented PR and marketing community. The “4 Questions Atlanta PR & Marketing Spotlight” podcast starts with a conversation with Caren West, founder of Caren West PR. This is part 2 of 2, completing our conversation with Caren. Coolest Thing About Care…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Ryan Sauers, Our Town Gwinnett magazine 21:42

1+ y ago21:42

21:42

This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Ryan Sauers, publisher of the Out Town Gwinnett magazines. We talk all about his magazines, how to pitch him, and, of course, him favorite local restaurant! What’s New? Big Gwinnett focused awards competition and new television show. Both coming in 2024. Check out his website at www.endre…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Mara Davis 31:33

1+ y ago31:33

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This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Mara Davis. Mara has had a huge career in Atlanta radio, and now runs her own company. We talk all about her career in radio, podcast, guest booking, how to pitch her and, of course, her favorite local restaurant! Important Things to Know About Mara: Coolest thing: Loves arranging flowers…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Ashley Fransca, Green & Growing, WSB Radio 17:22

1+ y ago17:22

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This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Ashley Frasca, host of the "Green & Growing" show on WSB Radio. We talk all about gardening, yard care, what makes her show work, stories she’s looking for, how to pitch her and, of course, her favorite local restaurant! The silliest question ever asked by a caller to the show? A man who …

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Wendy Parker, East Cobb News 22:26

1+ y ago22:26

22:26

This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Wendy Parker, founder and publisher of East Cobb News. We talk all about what makes her site work, stories she's looking for, how to pitch her and, of course, her favorite local restaurant! Important Things to Know About Wendy: Coolest Thing: She's been inducted into the U.S. Basketball W…

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"4 Questions Agency PR & Marketing Spotlight" with Caren West, Caren West PR 26:18

1+ y ago26:18

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Leff & Associates Public Relations this week launched a new podcast that will highlight Atlanta’s talented PR and marketing community. The “4 Questions Atlanta PR & Marketing Spotlight” podcast starts with a conversation with Caren West, founder of Caren West PR. The new podcast is available on YouTube and across the agency’s social media channels.…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Myrydd Wells, Atlanta magazine 28:56

1+ y ago28:56

28:56

This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Myrydd Wells, digital editor for Atlanta magazine. We talk all about what makes the magazine work, stories she's looking for, how to pitch her and, of course, her favorite local restaurant! Important Things to Know About Myrydd: Coolest Thing: She's been studying Japanese for about four y…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Jannah Bolds, The Bold Opinion 22:09

2y ago22:09

22:09

This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses Jannah Bolds, founder of The Bold Opinion. Jannah says "Our mission is to change the perception of media. The community is far more interesting than what traditional media portrays. We cover the uncovered." Find The Bold Opinion at http://theboldopinion.com. Important Things to Know About Ja…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Ernie Suggs, Atlanta Journal-Constitution 27:02

2y ago27:02

27:02

This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Ernie Suggs, Senior Reporter for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Suggs has been with the paper or more than 25 years and focuses on the "Unapologetically ATL" brand, writing stories that capture Black life! Important Things to Know About Ernie: Coolest Thing: I'm very confident in who I…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Saba Long, Atlanta Civic Circle 23:28

2y ago23:28

23:28

This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Saba Long, executive director of Atlanta Civic Circle. Atlanta Civic Circle is a nonprofit news organization that focuses on key issues in the metro Atlanta area. Their mission is to inform the public on the most critical issues by providing in-depth reporting and presenting possible solu…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Sophia Qureshi, 285South 21:20

2y ago21:20

21:20

This week, our "4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" focuses on Sophia Qureshi, publisher of 285South! 285South focuses on telling the stories of Atlanta's vibrant immigrant community. Some of the stories will make you angry, some will make you laugh, and some will make you hungry! Find 285South at 285South.substack.com Coolest Thing: She has the abil…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Kristi Swartz, Floodlight News 24:07

2y ago24:07

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Each week, we present our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight,” a conversation with a Georgia journalist. This week, our Spotlight focuses on Kristi Swartz, a reporter with Floodlight News! Floodlight is a nonprofit newsroom that investigates the powerful interests stalling climate action. They partner with media including NPR, the Intercept, HuffPos…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Jerry Carnes, 11Alive TV (Atlanta) 20:54

2y ago20:54

20:54

Each week, we present our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight,” a conversation with a Georgia journalist. This week, our Spotlight focuses on Jerry Carnes, a reporter with WXIA TV (11Alive) in Atlanta, (www.11alive.com)! Coolest Thing: His dad was top coach for the US Olympic Track Team Last Book Read: Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde Favorite Local Restauran…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Kaitlyn Ross, WXIA TV/11Alive 21:47

2y ago21:47

21:47

Each week, we present our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight,” a conversation with a Georgia journalist. This week, our Spotlight focuses on Kaitlyn Ross, a reporter with WXIA TV (11Alive) in Atlanta, (www.11alive.com)! Last Book Read: Throne of Glass Last Podcast: The Daily/NYT Favorite Local Restaurant: Taqueria El Vecino Favorite Guilty Pleasure:…

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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Rahul Bali, WABE Radio 21:10

2+ y ago21:10

21:10

Each week, we present our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight,” a conversation with a Georgia journalist. This week, our Spotlight shines on Rahul Bali, political reporter with WABE Radio in Atlanta (www.wabe.org)By Mitch Leff

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