Politically Georgia
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Join us for the most relevant news and analysis that define the world of politics. From the Gold Dome to the White House, we've got you covered. Hosted by Georgia’s best political team: The AJC’s Greg Bluestein, Tia Mitchell and Patricia Murphy.
Call in with your questions on the Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at (770)-810-5297, and our hosts will answer them on future episodes. Learn more on the AJC Politically Georgia Podcast page.
Call in with your questions on the Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at (770)-810-5297, and our hosts will answer them on future episodes. Learn more on the AJC Politically Georgia Podcast page.
Episodes
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Apr 9, 2018 • 30min
Races, issues to watch ahead of next month’s Georgia primaries
AJC’s Washington correspondent Tamar Hallerman joins host Greg Bluestein to discuss Georgia’s big issues and races ahead of the May 22, 2018 primaries. Hallerman also discusses an upcoming story on Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue and James Salzer provides the Phrase of the Week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 4, 2018 • 6min
How Zell Miller helped shape an AJC reporter’s life
AJC reporter and Politically Georgia podcast host Greg Bluestein reads the column he wrote following the death of former Georgia Governor Zell Miller. It is titled, "An appreciation: How Zell Miller helped shape an AJC reporter’s life." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 2, 2018 • 31min
Metro Atlanta transit and the bills that may become law in Georgia
On Sine Die, the Georgia Legislature approved a bill that could dramatically expand transit in Metro Atlanta. Host Greg Bluestein and AJC transportation reporter David Wickert discuss the mass transit and distracted driving bills that passed at the end of the legislative session. Also in this episode, Bluestein discusses other major bills Gov. Nathan Deal is expected to sign and James Salzer provides the Phrase of the Week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 26, 2018 • 29min
Sine Die: Inside the chaotic last day of Georgia's legislative session
Sine Die, the last day of Georgia's 2018 legislative session, is Thursday, March 29. Host Greg Bluestein and AJC veteran James Salzer discuss the typical atmosphere and last-day shenanigans at the Capitol as well as bills to watch in 2018. The two also briefly discuss issues impacting Georgia governor's race and as always, Salzer provides the Phrase of the Week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 19, 2018 • 20min
Amazon and Atlanta: The business of Georgia's HQ2 bid
AJC reporter Scott Trubey joins host Greg Bluestein to discuss the business of Georgia's bid for Amazon HQ2 in Atlanta. James Salzer provides the Phrase of the Week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 12, 2018 • 23min
Qualifying 2018: It’s officially campaign season in Georgia
Kick off the 2018 campaign season in Georgia with Politically Georgia. The AJC’s Greg Bluestein and Jim Galloway take you inside of the Capitol during Qualifying Week, which is the period when candidates sign up to run for office. Greg and Jim discuss the most interesting races, including contests for governor, Congress and Georgia General Assembly, and news from the 2018 legislative session. Also, James Salzer takes you inside of his legislative glossary with his Phrase of the Week.
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Mar 7, 2018 • 5min
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