Politically Georgia

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
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Mar 13, 2020 • 21min

How the coronavirus is impacting Georgia

In the latest episode of the Politically Georgia podcast, host Greg Bluestein and AJC health reporter Ariel Hart discuss the latest updates on the coronavirus and the impact it is having on metro Atlanta and the state of Georgia. From school closures and event cancellations to the indefinite suspension of the legislative session, the two discuss the major changes and what the general public can do to protect themselves and others. Send questions, comments and concerns to podcasts@ajc.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Mar 9, 2020 • 21min

A look at qualifying and the next few months in Georgia politics

In this episode of the Politically Georgia podcast, host Greg Bluestein and AJC statehouse reporter Maya T. Prabhu discuss Georgia’s recent week-long period where state and federal candidates officially qualified to run for office. Send questions, comments and concerns to podcasts@ajc.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Mar 4, 2020 • 13min

Everything you need to know about the coronavirus in Georgia

Host Greg Bluestein and AJC health reporter Ariel Hart discuss Atlanta's two confirmed cases of the COVID-19 coronavirus, context surrounding the cases and public response. They also preview President Trump’s upcoming trip to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In this episode, you’ll also hear from Gov. Brian Kemp and Dr. Kathleen Toomey, head of Georgia’s public health department in this episode. They provide details about the cases and tips for the public. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Mar 3, 2020 • 34min

Super Tuesday Preview

In this episode of the Politically Georgia podcast, host Greg Bluestein joined The Mark Arum Show on WSB Radio to preview Super Tuesday. The show featured Bluestein, Arum, WSB political analyst Bill Crane and longtime anchor Monica Pearson. U.S. Capitol reporter Jamie Dupree and Erick Erickson also join the show. Send questions, comments and concerns to podcasts@ajc.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Mar 2, 2020 • 25min

What South Carolina’s primary results mean ahead of Georgia’s vote

In this episode of the Politically Georgia podcast, host Greg Bluestein and The State’s Maayan Schechter discuss the results of South Carolina Democratic presidential primary and how they relate to Georgia ahead of the state’s primary on March 24 and Super Tuesday on March 3. This episode was recorded on Sunday morning. Send questions, comments and concerns to podcasts@ajc.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Feb 24, 2020 • 28min

Previewing South Carolina's Democratic presidential primary

In this episode of the Politically Georgia podcast, host Greg Bluestein and the AJC’s Washington correspondent Tia Mitchell preview South Carolina’s upcoming Democratic presidential primary, discuss what they’ll be keeping their eyes on and what South Carolina’s vote means for Georgia.  The two also discuss what it’s like to cover a debate and report back for social media, a newspaper article and our podcast. They also share where they’ll be ahead of South Carolina’s primary and touch on two recent polls of Georgia voters focused on current Democratic presidential candidates.P.S. We have new mics! Our sound is back to normal. Email podcasts@ajc.com with comments, questions or concerns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Feb 17, 2020 • 20min

The return of 'religious liberty' legislation

In this episode of the Politically Georgia podcast, host Greg Bluestein and AJC reporter Tamar Hallerman discuss the return of controversial "religious liberty" legislation and more. Questions, comments and concerns about the podcast can be sent to podcasts@ajc.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Feb 8, 2020 • 22min

How the Georgia legislative session got off track

In this episode of the Politically Georgia podcast, host Greg Bluestein and AJC statehouse veteran James Salzer discuss: the budget, how the 2020 legislative session has gotten off track and the situation between House Speaker David Ralston and Gov. Brian Kemp. Producer note from Bria Felicien: Host Greg Bluestein doesn’t sound as crisp as he does in other episodes of Politically Georgia due to a technical issue on my end, but ultimately you can hear him just fine. I just wanted to give a heads up before you dove into the episode.Questions, comments and concerns about the podcast can be sent to podcasts@ajc.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jan 30, 2020 • 24min

Doug Collins, Raphael Warnock enter Senate race

In this episode, host Greg Bluestein and AJC Washington correspondent Tia Mitchell discuss two recent announcements: U.S. Rep. Doug Collins entered the race to challenge recently appointed U.S. Sen. Kelly Loeffler. Rev. Raphael Warnock, pastor of Ebenezer Baptist Church, joined the race as a Democratic challenger. Thoughts or comments? Email podcasts@ajc.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jan 23, 2020 • 31min

What Georgia voters are saying about impeachment, more

In this episode of the Politically Georgia podcast, host Greg Bluestein and AJC Washington correspondent Tia Mitchell discuss a recent AJC poll of Georgia voters. Citizens voiced their opinions on impeachment, Georgia's new senator, the 2020 presidential election and a ton of Georgia-specific legislative issues. Have thoughts or comments? Email podcasts@ajc.com to give your feedback. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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