

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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Jun 24, 2022 • 34min
The push to ease the pain at the pump
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Patricia Murphy and Tia Mitchell discuss the federal gas tax suspension proposal Senator Raphael Warnock has been advocating for and the movement that we are now starting to see in Washington, D.C. Plus, our insiders take you behind the scenes of the January 6th Committee hearings and how the testimony of two Fulton county election workers was received by those at the hearing. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or Stitcher.You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 22, 2022 • 45min
It's another Trump Takedown in the Runoffs
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy look at what impact Stacey Abrams and Donald Trump had on the candidates they endorsed and what lies ahead for them on the road to November.Plus, our insiders review the testimony from Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger and Chief Operating Officer Gabe Sterling at the January 6th Committee hearings Tuesday in Washington.Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or Stitcher.You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 21, 2022 • 30min
Racing to the runoff elections in Georgia
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy look at the risks Stacey Abrams is taking in the three endorsements she has made in this election. Plus, our political insiders follow up on Herschel Walker as the Republican senatorial candidate responds to the news of his unmentioned children at the Faith and Freedom Coalition conference in Nashville.Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or Stitcher.You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 20, 2022 • 28min
A special preview of the new season of AJC's Breakdown: The Trump Grand Jury
In this special episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insider Greg Bluestein is joined by AJC reporters Bill Rankin and Tamar Hallerman, who are hosting a new season of The AJC's award-winning podcast, Breakdown. Season nine of Breakdown: The Trump Grand Jury will focus on an ongoing investigation into what former President Donald Trump and his allies did in Georgia in the weeks following the 2020 presidential election. The new season of Breakdown is available now, and you can listen on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 17, 2022 • 37min
Another day, another Herschel Walker revelation
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy discuss the new details about Herschel Walker’s past that have come out in recent days and whether it will be a campaign killer for Georgia voters.Plus, our insiders look at the ugly race for the 10th Congressional District and Governor Brian Kemp’s endorsement of Mike Collins.Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or Stitcher.You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 15, 2022 • 29min
Will a teacher pay raise, pay off?
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy detail Stacey Abrams’ plan to increase teacher pay if elected governor of Georgia. Plus, our insiders discuss Vernon Jones’ vendetta against Governor Brian Kemp and how Georgia remains front and center in the January 6 Committee Hearings. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or Stitcher. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 10, 2022 • 34min
Georgia lawmakers make moves on gun laws
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy go into the details of what a red flag law is and what it will take to get major gun reform laws passed and sent to the president’s desk.Plus, our insiders discuss the January 6th Committee hearings and the roles Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger and his top aide Gabe Sterling will play as the Democratic-led panel investigating the U.S. Capitol riots presents their findings.Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or Stitcher. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 8, 2022 • 44min
The battle for Georgia's runoffs is underway
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy recap the Republican runoff debates in Georgia’s 10th, 6th, and 2nd Districts and the statewide Democrat runoff races for Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of State.Plus, our insiders discuss Stacey Abrams’ endorsements in some of the down-ticket races and whether those endorsements will prove to be risky moves by the Democratic candidate for governor.Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or Stitcher.You can also tell your smart speaker to “playPolitically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 3, 2022 • 36min
Herschel Walker’s words come back to haunt him
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy discuss Hershel Walker’s comments ranging from COVID body spray to denying hearing former President Donald Trump say the 2020 election was stolen, and how those words will be used against him in the race for U.S. Senate.Plus, how the issues of gun rights and abortion are being used to make for a unifying message. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or Stitcher.You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 1, 2022 • 38min
Unpacking the primaries; and the race that’s still in overtime.
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insider Patricia Murphy is joined by AJC elections reporter Mark Niesse to explain the need for a recount in the District 2 DeKalb county commission race. They also discuss the impact Senate Bill 202 had on voting in the first election cycle since its passage.Plus, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Tia Mitchell visit the Sports Illustrated Weekly podcast to talk about Hershel Walker’s victory in the Georgia primary and what it says about the power of celebrity and the MAGA movement inside the political system.Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or Stitcher.You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


