Best The Atlanta JournalConstitution Podcasts (2024)

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Trump vows unity, sews dissent in acceptance speech 55:28

1h ago55:28

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On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Patricia Murphy, Bill Nigut and Tia Mitchell discuss Donald Trump’s acceptance speech and summarize how the week went for Republicans in Milwaukee. Georgia Republican Party Chairman Josh McKoon joins the podcast with his thoughts on this week’s convention. P…

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JD Vance appeals to swing state and blue collar voters in inaugural convention speech 55:17

44m ago55:17

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Vice Presidential candidate JD Vance, who until this week had never attended a national political convention, took to the stage to introduce himself to delegates and to the American people. On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Patricia Murphy, Bill Nigut, Tia Mitchell and Greg Bluestein play hi…

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Georgia GOP delegates celebrate party unity as Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis address convention 55:51

1h ago55:51

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On today's episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Patricia Murphy, Greg Bluestein, Tia Mitchell and Bill Nigut recap Day 2 of the Republican National Convention where Donald Trump’s former rival for the GOP nomination took to the stage to endorse him. Nikki Haley said she didn’t agree with Trump all of the …

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Countdown to the Falcons' 2024 training camp 37:30

28m ago37:30

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The Falcons are set to report for training camp on Wednesday, July 24 under new coach Raheem Morris. There are several issues facing the team which will be led by new quarterback Kirk Cousins. Key assistant coaches stop by to help us prepare for training camp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Georgia GOP delegates celebrate Trump nomination and JD Vance as running mate 55:08

1h ago55:08

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On the same day that Republican delegates formally named Donald Trump their candidate for President, the former president announced that his running mate will be Ohio Senator JD Vance. On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Bill Nigut, Patricia Murphy, Greg Bluestein and Tia Mitchell have reactio…

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MLS: Atlanta United falls to Montreal; NYCFC preview 30:54

34m ago30:54

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In this episode of the podcast “Southern Fried Soccer,” host Doug Roberson of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution recaps Atlanta United’s 1-0 loss at Montreal and previews the team’s match against NYCFC on Wednesday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. You’ll hear from manager Rob Valentino and players Noah Cobb and Brooks Lennon. Roberson also answers your ques…

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Trump attends Republican National Convention after assassination attempt 55:44

18m ago55:44

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Former U.S. Senator Kelly Loeffler joins the podcast to discuss how the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump may change the tone and tenor of the presidential race. The Georgia Republican also discusses how the mood of the Republican National Convention may shift in the aftermath of the violent attack that left at least two peop…

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Black Georgia faith leaders stand strongly with Biden 55:12

22h ago55:12

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As doubts about whether President Biden can defeat Donald Trump in November, a coalition of prominent Black church leaders issued a ringing endorsement of Biden’s bid for re-election. On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitutions Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Bill Nigut, Greg Bluestein and Tia Mitchell welcome the leader of the group…

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MLS: Atlanta United vs Montreal preview; Hear from Garth Lagerwey 52:47

2d ago52:47

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In this episode of the podcast “Southern Fried Soccer,” host Doug Roberson of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution previews Atlanta United’s match against Montreal on Saturday, reviews Tuesday’s loss to Indy Eleven in the U.S. Open Cup, and interviews club President Garth Lagerwey ahead of what should be a busy transfer window. You’ll hear from Lagerwe…

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Deja vu all over again: Like Biden today, Jimmy Carter faced calls from some Democrats to abandon his bid for re-election in 1980 55:25

2d ago55:25

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As Democrats continue to quarrel over whether President Biden should step down from the ticket, we look back at a comparable moment in recent history. On today’s episode of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Bill Nigut and Tia Mitchell look back to 1980 when Maryland Democratic congressman Michael Barnes was among…

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“I’d vote for Biden if he was on life support.” Georgia Dems stand strong for President Biden’s re-election bid 56:06

3d ago56:06

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In an exclusive AJC survey of Georgia Democratic delegates to the Democratic National Convention, one thing remains very clear: a near-unflinching loyalty to President Joe Biden. On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Bill Nigut and Tia Mitchell discuss the findings of the survey with AJC senior …

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Keisha Lance Bottoms reinforces Biden’s aggressive fight against Democratic “elites” calling on him to drop out 55:16

4d ago55:16

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As calls for a new Democratic presidential candidate grow, President Joe Biden says he’s firmly committed to staying in the race. On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Greg Bluestein and Bill Nigut are joined by former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, now an official with the Biden presidenti…

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MLS: Real Salt Lake 5, Atlanta United 2; Indy Eleven preview 38:52

5d ago38:52

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In this episode of the podcast “Southern Fried Soccer,” host Doug Roberson reviews Atlanta United’s 5-2 loss at Real Salt Lake, previews Tuesday’s match against Indy Eleven in the U.S. Open Cup, and discusses Caleb Wiley’s selection to play for the U.S. in the Olympics. You’ll hear from Rob Valentino, Derrick Williams, Dax McCarty and Wiley. Robers…

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Biden ABC interview a Rorschach test: He succeeded…no, he failed 56:02

5d ago56:02

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On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Bill Nigut and Tia Mitchell talk with media analyst Brian Stelter about how the media is treating the story about Democratic concerns President Biden’s alarming debate performance revealed aging issues that may make it hard to beat Donald Trump in November. …

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MLS: New England 2, Atlanta United 1; Real Salt Lake preview 27:32

8d ago27:32

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FOXBOROUGH, Mass and SALT LAKE CITY -- In this episode of the podcast “Southern Fried Soccer,” host Doug Roberson of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reviews Atlanta United’s 2-1 loss at New England and previews Saturday’s match at Real Salt Lake. He also provides updates on the sale of Thiago Almada. You’ll hear from interim manager Rob Valentino …

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A think tank's blueprint for a Trump presidency while Dems signal growing concern over Biden’s ability to lead 55:55

9d ago55:55

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On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Tia Mitchell and Bill Nigut talk with former Georgia Democratic congresswoman Carolyn Bourdeaux about her AJC opinion essay in which she calls for President Biden to drop out of the presidential race citing her belief that the president’s dismal debate perfo…

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MLS: Atlanta United vs New England preview 25:46

12d ago25:46

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In this episode of the podcast “Southern Fried Soccer,” host Doug Roberson of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution previews Atlanta United’s match against New England on Wednesday at Gillette Stadium. You’ll hear from Rob Valentino and Tristan Muyumba. Roberson also answers your questions about the MLS team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega…

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Georgia Democratic Party chair is angry at calls for President Biden to withdraw from race 55:44

11d ago55:44

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Georgia state Democratic leaders are standing behind President Biden’s bid for a second term. On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, State Democratic Party Chair, Congresswoman Nikema Williams argues passionately that those who are calling for President Biden to step down from the race are gravely mist…

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Behind the AJC editorial board’s decision to publish editorial calling on Biden to pass the torch 55:57

12d ago55:57

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On today's episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC president and publisher Andrew Morse joins hosts Bill Nigut and Tia Mitchell to discuss the editorial board's weekend editorial and his letter to subscribers.   Georgia State Rep. Mary Magaret Oliver joins the podcast with a temperature check on how Democrats …

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MLS: Atlanta United defeats Toronto; Almada on verge of being sold. 24:20

13d ago24:20

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In this episode of the podcast “Southern Fried Soccer,” host Doug Roberson of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reviews Atlanta United’s crazy 2-1 win against Toronto at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, and opines about the likelihood that Thiago Almada has played his last match with the team. You’ll hear from Almada, Rob Valentino, Caleb Wiley and Derrick Wi…

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MLS: Atlanta United vs Toronto preview 30:43

16d ago30:43

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In this episode of the podcast “Southern Fried Soccer,” host Doug Roberson of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution previews Atlanta United’s match against Toronto on Saturday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. You’ll hear from Rob Valentino, Brad Guzan, Dax McCarty and Noah Cobb. Roberson also answers your questions about the MLS team. Learn more about your ad …

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How the presidential debate affects the race going forward 56:11

15d ago56:11

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On today episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, the AJC’s Bill Nigut, Tia Mitchell, Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy break down the dynamics of last night’s presidential debate. President Biden’s weak performance set off fire alarms among many Democrats who worry voters may have concluded that Biden is unfit to…

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Special Edition: Presidential debate reaction and analysis 22:01

16d ago22:01

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President Joe Biden struggled throughout the first presidential debate Thursday to fend off a barrage of attacks from former President Donald Trump. On this special edition of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy offer instant analysis of Thursday night’s CNN Presidential Debate in…

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It’s on! Hours ahead of historic debate, top political insiders offer insights about what to expect 56:06

16d ago56:06

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It’s debate night in America. On today’s episode of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Patricia Murphy, Greg Bluestein, Tia Mitchell and Bill Nigut discuss how they see the historic presidential debate between President Joe Biden and former president Donald Trump shaping the next stage of the race for the White Ho…

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Fighting election fraud lies, previewing presidential debate, unhappy young voters 54:50

17d ago54:50

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On today’s episode of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, former Republican senator Saxby Chambliss joins hosts Greg Bluestein, Tia Mitchell and Bill Nigut to discuss his participation in a bipartisan effort among key former Georgia leaders to assure voters that the 2024 election will be run fairly and honestly. The effo…

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New AJC Poll: Biden’s challenge in Georgia 55:24

18d ago55:24

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Just ahead of Thursday’s presidential debate here in Atlanta, the latest AJC presidential poll shows Donald Trump with a slight lead in Georgia. On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy dive in and break down the numbers. AJC columnist and former Lieutenant Govern…

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MLS: Atlanta United 1, St. Louis 1 31:10

21d ago31:10

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In this episode of the podcast “Southern Fried Soccer,” host Doug Roberson of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution dives into the he-said, he-said reports involving Thiago Almada’s potential transfer from Atlanta United, as well as reviewing Atlanta United’s 1-1 draw at St. Louis on Saturday. Roberson also answers your questions about the MLS team. Lea…

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Where Georgia stands two years after Roe vs. Wade was overturned 55:23

20d ago55:23

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It was two years ago today that the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Rose vs. Wade. On today’s episode of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Tia Micthell and Greg Bluestein explain how that decision changed the landscape of abortion access here in Georgia. State Senators Elena Parent, D-Atlanta, and Ed Setzler, R-Acw…

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MLS: Atlanta United 1, D.C. United 0 34:56

24d ago34:56

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In this episode of the podcast “Southern Fried Soccer,” host Doug Roberson of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reviews Atlanta United’s 1-0 win at D.C. United on Wednesday and previews Saturday’s match at St. Louis. You’ll hear from Rob Valentino, Thiago Almada, Noah Cobb and Derrick Williams. Roberson also answers your questions about the MLS team…

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The state of reproductive rights in Georgia 55:10

23d ago55:10

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Monday marks two years since Roe v. Wade was overturned by the U.S. Supreme Court. On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Patricia Murphy and Tia Mitchell are joined by Melita Easters, founding chair of the Georgia WIN List, to talk about the state of reproductive rights in Georgia. Then, South C…

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The winners and losers of Georgia’s runoff elections 55:10

24d ago55:10

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The Georgia’s primary runoff elections now behind us. On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Patricia Murphy and Tia Mitchell look at the winners and losers of Georgia’s runoffs and talk about what it means as we head into the November elections. Republican strategist Stephen Lawson joins the pod…

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Copa America preview with Jason Longshore 27:11

26d ago27:11

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In this episode of the podcast “Southern Fried Soccer,” host Doug Roberson of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and guest Jason Longshore preview Copa America, which starts on Thursday with Argentina hosting Canada at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Is Georgia living up to the freedom promise of Juneteenth? 54:30

27d ago54:30

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The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Bill Nigut welcomes AJC senior editor Mike Jordan. Jordan is the senior editor for UATL, leading the Black culture team. The pair starts this conversation with preservationist Ann Hill Bond. Bond walks us through the history of slavery in Georgia. The trio reacts to recordings of a freed Georgia slave from the Lib…

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Light turnout, but crucial runoffs set the tone for election day 56:08

26d ago56:08

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It’s runoff election day here in Georgia and on today’s edition of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Patricia Murphy and Bill Nigut are keeping close watch on some of the tightest races in the state. AJC election reporter Mark Niesse gives a rundown of the races on today’s primary runoff ballots. The showdown tha…

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MLS: Atlanta United vs Houston recap; D.C. United preview 35:31

29d ago35:31

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In this episode of the podcast “Southern Fried Soccer,” host Doug Roberson of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reviews Atlanta United’s 2-2 draw with Houston and previews its match at D.C. United on Wednesday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

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Trump courts Black voters in Detroit; Biden raises millions from Hollywood celebrities 55:55

27d ago55:55

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President Biden and Donald Trump had starkly contrasting campaign events this past weekend. On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, Host Bill Nigut and special co-host Tamar Hallerman look at the weekend campaign events of Joe Biden and Donald Trump. In Detroit, Trump courts Black voters by falsely accu…

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Falcons guilty of tampering with 3 players 25:12

29d ago25:12

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The Atlanta Falcons were found guilty of violating the NFL's Anti-Tampering rules in the recruitment of quarterback Kirk Cousins, wide receiver Darnell Mooney and tight end Charlie Woerner. The Falcons will forfeit their fifth-round pick in the 2025 draft. The team was also fined $250,000 and general manager Terry Fontenot was fined $50,000. Learn …

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MLS: Atlanta United vs Houston Preview 53:53

1M ago53:53

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In this episode of the podcast “Southern Fried Soccer,” host Doug Roberson of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution previews Atlanta United’s MLS match against Houston on Saturday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. It will be the Five Stripes’ first match since the firing of Gonzalo Pineda and Rob Valentino being named the interim manager. In this episode, you’l…

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Georgia Legislators vow to protect IVF in face of conservative Christian Pushback 55:22

1M ago55:22

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Speaker of the Georgia House Jon Burns has announced he’ll support legislation protecting in vitro fertilization in Georgia. On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Bill Nigut and Patricia Murphy discuss the speaker’s announcement and how a similar measure was blocked by Republicans in the U.S. Se…

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Nathan Wade tells CNN: delay in Trump Fulton County trial not his fault 54:55

1M ago54:55

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In an exclusive interview on CNN’s “The Source”, former Fulton County special prosecutor Nathan Wade tells Kaitlan Collins that he is not to blame for the delay of the Fulton County case against former President Donald Trump. On today’s episode of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, Kaitlan Collins joins hosts Bill Nigut…

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Looking ahead to some of the most important Supreme Court decisions in years 56:28

1M ago56:28

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The U.S. Supreme Court is about to roll on rulings on a number of cases that will be of historic significance. On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, host Bill Nigut and special co-host Tamar Hallerman look at some of the historically significant cases: Is Donald Trump immune from criminal charges for …

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Kemp adviser says senate race for Kemp in ‘26 isn’t out of the question 56:08

1M ago56:08

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On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Greg Bluestein, Patricia Murphy and Bill Nigut sit down with Brian Kemp political adviser Cody Hall to discuss how Kemp may be preparing for his next step in political life. The governor is holding national fundraisers, announces he’ll attend Republican Nati…

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Are Black voters abandoning President Biden? 56:39

1M ago56:39

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A recent Pew poll shows that Black voters support President Biden over former President Trump in the 2024 election by a wide margin, but not as wide as four years ago. On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, host Bill Nigut and special co-host, Tamar Hallerman, are joined by AJC enterprise reporter Erni…

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The importance of women’s rights this election year 55:27

1M ago55:27

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Senate Republicans this week voted down a Democratic measure designed to protect women’s access to contraception. Now, Democrats plan to call for a vote to protect the right to in vitro fertilization. On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Bill Nigut and Greg Bluestein are joined by former Democr…

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Mayor Dickens: Water breaks ‘not my fault, but it is my problem’ 1:01:00

1M ago1:01:00

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Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens joined the show after lifting the boil water advisory for the city. The announcement comes after water main breaks plagued Atlanta for days. He addresses critics who say he waited far too long to communicate to businesses and residents about the extent of the problem and how the city was moving to repair it. And he speak…

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The water crisis is over, but how much of Atlanta’s water infrastructure needs replacement? 56:31

1M ago56:31

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Atlanta City Council President Doug Shipman discusses the fallout from the city water main breaks, including the response to the crisis by city officials. He also talks about the water system infrastructure, which in some cases includes pipes that are more than a century old. Then, the podcast welcomes former state Sen. Mike Dugan, who is in a runo…

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Falcons wrap up their 2024 OTAs 31:17

1M ago31:17

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Falcons coach Raheem Morris and quarterback Kirk Cousins discuss the foundation that is being laid by the team as they are set to wrap up their Organized Team Activities. Also, Bijan Robinson, A.J. Terrell, Kyle Pitts, Jake Matthews and Richie Grant stop by to provide analysis and updates on their respective units. Learn more about your ad choices.…

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Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens still under fire for poor management of water crisis 55:40

1M ago55:40

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AJC reporter Riley Bunch takes the hosts inside Atlanta city hall to examine how officials struggled to deal with the water main breaks that paralyzed much of the city for more than two days. Then, Republican political consultant Brian Robinson joins the podcast to look at how Republicans are leveraging Donald Trump’s criminal conviction in the Man…

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Atlanta United fires Gonzalo Pineda 38:41

2M ago38:41

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In this episode of the podcast “Southern Fried Soccer,” host Doug Roberson of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution analyzes Monday’s news that Atlanta United fired manager Gonzalo Pineda. You’ll hear from President Garth Lagerwey. Roberson also answers your questions about the decision and what may be next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megap…

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Atlantans without water are furious with Mayor Dickens---how can he respond? 55:44

2M ago55:44

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AJC reporter Mirtha Donastorg gives the podcast an update on efforts to repair water main breaks that left hospitals, restaurants, entertainment venues, homes and apartments, and more without water over the weekend. Then, the podcast turns to the ongoing response to Donald Trump’s criminal conviction in the Manhattan hush-money case. Republicans ar…

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