Best APDS Podcasts (2024)

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State providing more assistance for Georgia homebuyers; Report: APD surveillance targets 'Cop City' opponents 50:02

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The Georgia Department of Community Affairs offers several affordable housing programs, including The Georgia Dream Homeownership Program, which includes two new programs launched within the last six months for first-time homebuyers. Commissioner Christopher Nunn and Deputy Commissioner for Homeownership Wesley Brooks discuss the current housing ma…

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Coming soon, the APD Pod Squad podcast.By Rick Rice

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70 years after Brown v. Board of Education 51:00

25m ago51:00

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The 1954 Supreme Court ruling was intended to end racial segregation in America’s public education system. Yet 70 years later, public schools remain deeply segregated by race and socioeconomic status. Here’s the question: Are our public schools truly diverse and equitable for all, or have systemic barriers and persistent resistance hindered progres…

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Episode 68: Nutrition for IBS with Kat Georgeou 38:57

1h ago38:57

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Kat’s back, and she’s here to tell us all about IBS, the different types of IBS, how you might receive a diagnosis and what your next steps can be to help manage those symptoms. You’re going to want to grab a pen for this one! Warning: there is poo chat. Click me for show notes! Time Stamps 00:00 Introduction to IBS 03:05 Diagnosing IBS 09:39 Explo…

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Stanford researcher discusses why women are at greater risk of autoimmune disease; Natl. voter rights group expresses concerns about new rule passed by Georgia State Election Board 49:40

18h ago49:40

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According to the National Institutes of Health, 8% of the U.S. population is living with an autoimmune disease, and out of that percentage, 80% of those people are women. Dr. Howard Chang, a dermatologist, a professor of dermatology and genetics and a Hughes Medical Institute investigator at Stanford University, discusses his latest research which,…

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Fair Fight leader discusses concerns ahead of presidential election; Savannah storyteller on efforts to preserve the legacy of Susie King Taylor 48:57

2d ago48:57

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The 2024 presidential election is fast approaching and there are still ongoing concerns about fair elections and voter rights. Lauren Groh-Wargo, the CEO of the national voting rights organization Fair Fight Action, talks with Rose about these issues and her organization’s effort to prevent the fallout Georgia saw after the 2020 Election. Plus, we …

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Why Not Kids efforting to offer affordable childcare, trade training to kids; Retired Atlanta detectives host new true-crime series 49:26

4d ago49:26

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Retired Atlanta detectives Vince Velazquez and David Quinn discuss their new TV One true-crime series, “DEADLY CASE FILES.” The show gives viewers an inside look at how homicide investigators work together to solve cases in the Atlanta area. Why Not Kids, a local nonprofit that provides affordable childcare to families in Conyers, GA., closed durin…

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8 11 2024 The Encouragers The Radio Rally 52:43

2d ago52:43

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What A Rock Star Radio Pro Sounds Likes Like. Today's Guest: Gordy Rush, VP/GM, Guaranty Media, Baton Rouge, Louisiana For promo items for radio-by-radio broadcasters log on attentionpromo.com Complete Jingles for radio or business with one hour turnaround...email joecrashkelley1@gmail.comBy Joe Kelley

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Episode 67: Ozempic 14:25

7d ago14:25

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Weight loss medications such as Ozempic are a huge topic of conversation right now, and understandably so. This new generation of weight loss medications is having a huge impact, which is of course sparking many conversations around the safety and ethics of their use. This episode is not going to tell you whether or not YOU should take them (that’s…

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Inflation, reproductive rights among top election issues for Black women 50:43

6d ago50:43

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Data suggests women are registered to vote in the U.S. at higher rates than men – that includes two-thirds of eligible Black women. On today’s special edition of “Closer Look,” we begin conversations with specific voter blocks leading up to the 2024 presidential election. Show host Rose talks with several guests about what issues are top of mind fo…

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Tropical Storm Debby’s downpour on Georgia; Election disinformation pushed into Black communities; Harris picks Tim Walz for VP running mate 50:16

10d ago50:16

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Tropical Storm Debby’s winds and downpours have left thousands without power and killed a Georgia teenager, as well as four other people in Florida. Georgia could receive an additional eight inches of rain as the storm is expected to hit the state a second time. WABE environment reporter Emily Jones discusses the latest. We also hear from Maria Cen…

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Congresswoman Nikema Williams on her top priorities; How genes influence your dietary response 50:13

11d ago50:13

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Congresswoman Nikema Williams represents Georgia's 5th congressional district. She joins “Closer Look” to discuss her top priorities for Atlanta, Decatur, Sandy Springs, East Point, and College Park. She highlights the legislation she’s backed as it relates to affordable housing, education, investment in HBCUs, taxes, closing the racial wealth gap,…

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8 4 2023 The Encouragers The Radio Rally 46:13

9d ago46:13

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What A Rock Star Radio Pro Sounds Likes Like. Today's Guest: --> Dave Russell, Brand Manager/On-Air Personality, WARM 103.3, York, PA For promo items for radio-by-radio broadcasters log on attentionpromo.com Complete Jingles for radio or business with one hour turnaround...email joecrashkelley1@gmail.com…

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Appeal scheduled for Eminent Domain fight; Atlanta’s Inspector General talks investigation obstruction 50:16

14d ago50:16

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A land battle between a freight railroad company and multiple Hancock County property owners has been ongoing for more than two and a half years. The dispute centers around whether Sandersville Railroad Company has the authority to build a 4.5-mile spur on and adjacent to some of their properties. After an April victory for Sandersville Railroad Co…

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Episode 66: Nutrition for ADHD with Jenna Stein 44:11

13d ago44:11

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Jenna is back on the podcast, this time to give you the most practical strategies and ideas to support your nutrition if you’re navigating ADHD. Structure, impulsivity, dopamine, simple ways to prep and plan and how to handle “the ick” are all in there! If you’ve ever struggled with this, this episode is going to give you plenty of ideas to get som…

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Red carpet treatment for first day of school; Atlanta Mayor makes significant redevelopment announcement 49:35

15d ago49:35

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Thursday marked the first day of school for many school districts across metro Atlanta. The “Closer Look team” stopped by Atlanta Public Schools’ Hope-Hill Elementary School in the Old Fourth Ward Neighborhood as staff welcomed students on their first day. Plus, we revisit our one-on-one conversation with Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens about housing a…

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Training to reverse overdoses on Aug.5.; Atlanta’s congressional district among deadliest for pedestrians 50:11

16d ago50:11

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According to the Georgia Department of Public Health, from 2010 to 2022, opioid-related overdose deaths in Georgia increased by 302%. Naloxone is a lifesaving medication that’s used to reverse opioid overdoses. Andy Gish, director of Georgia Overdose Prevention, discusses an upcoming community naloxone training. Plus, Georgia’s 5th Congressional Di…

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Siblings with Atlanta ties represent Haiti in 2024 Olympics 50:55

14d ago50:55

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Naomy Grand’Pierre is an Olympian and an Atlanta-based Haitian swim coach. She’s coaching her brother, Alexandre Grand’Pierre, 21, and Mayah Chouloute, 14, as they compete in the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. Alexandre is the third person in his family to compete in the Olympics. The siblings discuss the pride they feel in their journey and represen…

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Atlanta Mayor announces new West End development during affordable housing talk on “Closer Look” 51:24

18d ago51:24

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In a one-on-one interview, Closer Look show host Rose Scott spoke with Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens about his administration's progress, challenges and initiatives for addressing the housing crisis. During the discussion, Mayor Dickens talks about a partnership between the Atlanta Urban Development Corporation, Atlanta Housing, and the City of Atlan…

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7 28 2024 The Encouragers: The Radio Rally Podcast 52:48

16d ago52:48

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What A Rock Star Radio Pro Sounds Likes Like. Today's Guest: --> RJ Curtis, Executive Director, Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc., Nashville For promo items for radio-by-radio broadcasters log on attentionpromo.com Complete Jingles for radio or business with one hour turnaround...email joecrashkelley1@gmail.com…

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The Racial Wealth Gap’s History in America; Georgia taking steps to protect “threatened” alligator snapping turtle 50:26

21d ago50:26

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Veteran journalists and academics Louise Story and Ebony Reed discuss their new book, “Fifteen Cents on the Dollar: How Americans Made the Black-White Wealth Gap.” The book investigates the history of the racial wealth gap in America and what's holding it in place. Plus, the Suwannee alligator snapping turtle is now listed as a threatened species u…

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Coffee Conversations: Sustainability in the Suburbs 53:51

19d ago53:51

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The Closer Look team heads to Café Amico in Roswell for the July installment of “Coffee Conversations.” As cities across the U.S. are adopting plans to reduce their carbon footprint, Rose talks with panelists about sustainability in the suburbs. Guests share their thoughts on how suburban cities can implement ways to reduce their carbon footprint, …

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Episode 65: Nutritional Levers 5:01

21d ago5:01

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It’s been a while since I’ve done a short, sharp practical episode, so we’re back with one of my favourite strategies today. I’ve used the concept of “levers” to help people reframe how they’re approaching their fat loss goals and at the risk of sounding like a Pokemon game “It’s super effective”. Have a listen to see how this strategy could work f…

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Political Strategist on path for Democrats, Republicans to win the White House 49:31

21d ago49:31

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The 2024 presidential election is less than 4 months away and the campaigns are shaping up on the Republican and Democratic sides. Atlanta-based political strategist Fred Hicks talks with Rose about how both campaigns could attempt to lure Georgia's undecided or independent voters to their respective sides. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/p…

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How Biden bowing out alters 2024 Presidential Election; “On Point” Host on her approach to reporting diverse issues 51:47

25d ago51:47

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With less than 4 months before the presidential election, President Biden has announced he’s no longer seeking reelection and is endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris for the Democratic nomination. Emory’s Political Scientist Andra Gillespie and Professor Emeritus of Political Science Alan Abramowitz, discuss how the historic change of events coul…

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7 21 2024 The Encouragers "The Radio Rally Podcast" 54:08

25d ago54:08

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What A Rock Star Radio Pro Sounds Likes Like. Today's Guest: Dave Crooks, President, DLC Media For promo items for radio-by-radio broadcasters log on attentionpromo.com Complete Jingles for radio at business starting at 199.99 for a 60-sec spot with one hour turnaround...email joecrashkelley1@gmail.com…

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Ep. 64: Set Point Theory 13:58

28d ago13:58

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Set point theory suggests that individuals have a genetically predetermined weight range that their body is driven towards. Good thing this isn’t the complete story. Have a listen to this episode so you can understand the flaws in the Set Point Theory model and discover what is a better way of thinking about body weight! Time Stamps 00:00 Introduct…

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Analysis of attempted assassination of former President Trump 51:32

1M ago51:32

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On today’s “Closer Look with Rose Scott,” the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump sent shockwaves across the political landscape. As the Republican National Convention gets underway in Milwaukee, we’ll hear reactions from political experts and Georgia voters. Guests include: Fred Hicks, an Atlanta-based political strategist and…

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Episode 63: Nutrition for Menopause Pt.2 with Kat Georgeou 25:52

1M ago25:52

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Kat’s back! After her first episode covering nutrition for menopause at a higher level, we’ve dived in deeper to some more specific topics like fat loss, lean body mass, metabolic changes, supplements and HRT! If you enjoyed the first episode but left with some questions, this answer has you covered. Time Stamps 00:00 Introduction and Recap of Prev…

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7 14 2024 The Encouragers The Radio Rally Podcast 49:22

1M ago49:22

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What A Rock Star Radio Pro Sounds Likes Like. Today's Guest: Brother Dale, PD/MD KUTQ/KRQX St. George, UT For promo items for radio-by-radio broadcasters log on attentionpromo.com Complete Jingles for radio at business starting at 199.99 for a 60-sec spot with one hour turnaround...email joecrashkelley1@gmail.com…

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Mayor Cobble on the state of education, infrastructure, economic development in Stonecrest; Groundbreaking device saving children’s lives 46:46

1M ago46:46

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On Friday’s Closer Look with Rose Scott, in an era of inflation, the back-to-school essentials can be even more costly. With the school year starting in less than a month in DeKalb County, we speak with Stonecrest Mayor Jazzmin Cobble about how her city is preparing and equipping students. We also discuss the state of infrastructure and economic de…

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Investigating Christian nationalism’s influence on Republican Party; Nonprofit addresses ongoing challenges with housing 50:14

1M ago50:14

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On today’s Closer Look with Rose Scott, Republicans will hold their national convention in the battleground state of Wisconsin next week. GOP members will roll out their party’s platform at a time of growing concern about the Republican Party’s association with Christian nationalism. Rose is joined by Kiera Butler, a Senior Editor & Reporter with M…

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7 11 2024 THE ENCOURAGERS: And What Else? A Q3 2024 SALES EVENT 56:06

1M ago56:06

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This is the Q3 Radio Sales Event designed to give local radio sellers anywhere opportunity, strategy and actual ideas to increase their revenue and sales this quarter (Q3). This episode includes guests Melissa Boswell Townsend, General Manager, Boswell Media, Kosciusko, Mississippi and Scott Howard, Sales & Marketing, WOWO radio, Fort Wayne, Indian…

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Lawsuit settlement could help reduce Fulton Jail overcrowding; Skate park honors Thomas Taylor; Data’s untold story about violence 45:08

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On today’s Closer Look with Rose Scott, we learn the details about a lawsuit that was settled between the ACLU and ACLU of Georgia against the Fulton County District Attorney’s Office. The ACLU accused the DA’s Office of not adhering to a rule about unindicted individuals detained on felony charges for 45 days at the Fulton County Jail. Fallon McCl…

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Big response to Atlanta’s e-Bike Rebate Program; Fate of Okefenokee Swamp 49:25

1M ago49:25

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Thousands of people have applied for the City of Atlanta’s e-Bike Rebate Program. The first round of rebates is scheduled to go out on July 15th. Roz Tucker with the Atlanta Regional Commission shares demographic data and more about the people who are taking advantage of the rebates. Michelle Dunbar, the owner of Clutch Bicycle Shop, also joins us …

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Major resignation in Fulton County; Is Biden a risk for Democrats; Invasive species warning 51:15

1M ago51:15

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On today’s Closer Look with Rose Scott, we exclusively received the announcement that Fulton County’s interim Board of Elections Chair Cathy Woolard is stepping down. In a statement, she tells us, “Despite all the noise you hear, the Fulton County election department does excellent work in one of the largest election operations in the country.” Als…

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Episode 62: The Dirty Dozen 9:17

1M ago9:17

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The Dirty Dozen is a list of the most “heavily pesticided produce” developed by the Environmental Working Group. Sounds pretty legit right? Wrong. Listen in, and find out why this list is best avoided (but you can totally watch the WW2 movie of the same name) Click here for show notes! Time Stamps 00:00 Introduction to the 'Dirty Dozen' List 01:29 …

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7 7 2024 The Encouragers The Radio Rally 49:03

1M ago49:03

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What A Rock Star Radio Pro Sounds Likes Like. Today's Guest: Aly, Mornings on KW3 (KWWW) and Kissin 97.7 (KYSN) Middays, Wenatchee WA For promo items for radio-by-radio broadcasters log on attentionpromo.comBy Joe Kelley

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Civil Rights Act marks 60 years as some rights are challenged 50:00

1M ago50:00

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Tuesday marks 60 years since President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act into law. The landmark piece of legislation outlawed discrimination based on race, sex, religion, color, or national origin. Civil Rights icons such as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and John Lewis were in attendance for this history-making event in 1964. To reflect on…

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Analysis of SCOTUS decisions; Documentary spotlights history, plight of Chattahoochee River; Decaturish under new ownership 50:45

2M ago50:45

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In a 6-3 decision by the justices, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that outdoor sleeping bans do not violate the Eighth Amendment. The decision essentially allows cities to make it illegal for unhoused people to sleep outdoors, even when shelter space is unavailable. Dr. Terence Lester, the founder and executive director of Love Beyond Walls, discusse…

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Justices rule on education funding: Stopping the full court spin 11:57

1M ago11:57

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The Alaska Supreme Court issued a ruling about the long running question about public money going to private schools and it's not what you think.

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Episode 61: The Carnivore Diet 13:17

2M ago13:17

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The carnivore diet has blown up over the past few years, so it’s time we separate the fact from the hype. Is it really dangerous? Or is it a new, exciting way to improve your diet and reduce your risk of disease? Give me 15 minutes and I’ll tell you (and your insecure friend) what you need to know! Click me for show notes!…

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6 30 2024 THE ENCOURAGERS THE RADIO RALLY 53:01

2M ago53:01

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What A Rock Star Radio Pro Sounds Likes Like. Today's Guest: Scott Howard, Senior Account Executive and Marketing Consultant - WOWO Radio, Fort Wayne, IN For promo items for radio-by-radio broadcasters log on attentionpromo.comBy Joe Kelley

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Tony Soprano's rules for travelling and ASD's Academic Academies hold great potential 17:59

2M ago17:59

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The Anchorage School District rolls out Academic Academies which hold great potential. Tony Soprano stops by to give us our thoughts on air travel today.By Andrew Halcro

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Analysis of Biden-Trump debate; Grant to benefit research capabilities at Atlanta HBCUs 51:26

2M ago51:26

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The much anticipated first and maybe only debate between Pres. Joe Biden and former Pres. Donald Trump took place Thursday night in Atlanta. We hear insight from politics contributor, strategist and analyst Fred Hicks, former Wisconsin Congressman Scott Klug and GSU politics and policy professor Tammy Greer. The guests also discuss what's next for …

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LaFrance taps her APD Chief: Was the boys club thwarted? 10:34

2M ago10:34

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Mayor-elect Suzanne LaFrance named a new Anchorage Chief of Police after out going Mayor Dave Bronson attempted an end run. Was the boys clubs denied their pick?By Andrew Halcro

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Georgians encouraged to get tested on National HIV Testing Day 48:32

2M ago48:32

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National HIV Testing Day is being recognized throughout the U.S. As the nation is working to end the HIV epidemic by 2030, metro Atlanta ranks third in the nation for new HIV diagnoses. Closer Look host Rose Scott talks with guests about several HIV-related topics including, combating the barriers and stigma that stop people from getting tested and…

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Battleground state of Georgia gears up for first 2024 presidential debate 51:29

2M ago51:29

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The battleground state of Georgia is hosting the first 2024 debate between the presumptive Republican and Democratic presidential nominees. President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump will make their bids for a second term on Thursday night in Atlanta. WABE politics reporter Rahul Bali returns to “Closer Look,” just ahead of a Biden campa…

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Capital B to host political tour in battleground states; New book follows the life of baseball great Hank Aaron 51:03

2M ago51:03

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Keith Reed, the editor of Capital B Atlanta, joins “Closer Look” to discuss the news outlet’s top priorities this election cycle and its Black Political Power Tour. The tour will bring together activists, experts and elected officials in battleground states across the country to discuss voting rights, the economy, climate, misinformation and educat…

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Suzanne LaFrance picks her team. Art Mathias is a religious con artist down $94k. Two books for your summer reading list. 19:37

2M ago19:37

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Mayor elect Suzanne LaFrance announces her management team. Con man Art Mathias and his religious radicalism owes $94k in fines. Two book suggestions for your summer reading list.By Andrew Halcro

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