Best Paul Ollinger Podcasts (2024)

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On The Move 33:39

7d ago33:39

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On this introspective episode of Crazy Money, Paul sits alone in his empty Atlanta house and talks openly about the thoughts and feelings that drew him back to Atlanta, and the head trauma that may or may not have initiated his desire to sell everything and move to New York City. Oh, by the way, my name is Mike Carano and I’m writing these surely-t…

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“ATL Up and Away: Travel Tips with Rick Steves” / Staycation Fever/ Comedian Paul Ollinger 51:30

8d ago51:30

51:30

Travel guru and PBS host Rick Steves joins City Lights for our monthly series, “ATL Up and Away,” with advice on booking fall travel. Plus, City Lights producer Summer Evans shares ideas for family staycation fun, and comedian Paul Ollinger takes the spotlight for our series, “Speaking of Comedy.” See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and…

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063 - Brewed to Perfection with Brett Brewer 1:22:40

2h ago1:22:40

1:22:40

Episode Highlights: How Did Brett Brewer's Early Real Estate Ventures Shape His Entrepreneurial Journey The difficulty of raising pre-seed financing, the role of accelerators and incubators, and the process of raising $300,000 for the business. The impact of the dotcom crash on e-commerce businesses and the shift to casual game development. The lau…

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Artist Donald Billinkoff / Author Julia Franks 51:15

2h ago51:15

51:15

Atlanta artist Donald Billinkoff discusses his new exhibition, “Art Alchemy,” which is on view at Gallery 72 through July 26. Plus, we listen back to Lois’s conversation with author Julia Franks. Her book, “The Say So,” examines society’s treatment of women with unplanned pregnancies. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California P…

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“Animationland” / The Breathers 51:32

18h ago51:32

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Karen Kelly, director of exhibits and education at the Children’s Museum of Atlanta, discusses their new interactive exhibition, “Animationland,” open through September 8. Plus, The Breathers are spotlighted for our series, “Speaking of Music.” See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privac…

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ROAST OF WHITE WOMEN! With Comedian Carlette Jennings 1:16:12

1d ago1:16:12

1:16:12

Stand Up Comedian and Actor Carlette Jennings joins me in my costume chamber to roast white women. Stanly cups, white wine drunks and casseroles take fire in this very silly episode. Join us for a giggle! Follow Carlette Here:https://www.instagram.com/carlettejennings/Carlette Jennings is a stand up comic and actor from Queens, living with her husb…

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“Jersey Boys” / “Forest Forms” 51:15

1d ago51:15

51:15

Director Shane DeLancey discusses the new production of “Jersey Boys,” which is on stage at the Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center from July 12 through August 11. Plus, sculptor and artist Huelani Mei and Bobbi Hohman, VP of Programming and Collections at the Fernbank Museum, detail the outdoor sculpture exhibit “Forest Forms” at Fernbank through…

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Music in Media: Summer Blockbusters / Alexandra Petri / Kim Severson on hot dogs 50:46

7d ago50:46

50:46

Dr. Scott Stewart stops by for the newest installment of our series, “Music in Media.” This installment highlights the scores of some of this summer’s biggest blockbuster films. Plus, we listen back to Alexandra Petri discussing her book, “Alexandra Petri’s US History: Important American Documents (I Made Up),” and we hear Atlanta-based food cultur…

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6.2 MILLION VIEWS ON DRYBAR!! Stand Up Comedian Karen Morgan on Nerdy For Podcast with Amy Brown! 1:05:52

8d ago1:05:52

1:05:52

6.2 MILLION VIEWS ON DRYBAR!!! Video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cb5Blpsx58M#Wompit doo doo ball video here: https://www.instagram.com/karenmorgancomedy/reel/C0VE0o4qMLu/ @KarenMorganComedy Karen Morgan is a delight and good at everything she puts her mind to! I just loved having her visit with me in my costume chamber. We chatted about m…

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“Stand and Witness: Art in the Time of COVID-19” / “Lenox Mutual” / Peachtree Road Race Entertainment 51:30

9d ago51:30

51:30

Louise Shaw, curator at the CDC Museum, and contributing artist Richard Nielsen discuss “Stand and Witness: Art in the Time of COVID-19.” The collection of topical works in painting, poetry, prose, performance, and video is on view at the David J. Sencer CDC Museum through October 25. Plus, Candle House Collective founder Evan Neiden details “Lenox…

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“Rhythm of Resilience: The Artistry of Sam Middleton” / “Bomb Island” / “Visions of Society: The Photographic Insight of Ruth-Marion Baruch” 50:38

13d ago50:38

50:38

Hammonds House artistic chair and curator Halima Taha details the new exhibition, “Rhythm of Resilience: The Artistry of Sam Middleton,” which is on view through August 18. Plus, Georgia author Stephen Hundley discusses his new novel, “Bomb Island,” and curator Tony Casadonte shares the history behind “Visions of Society: The Photographic Insight o…

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2024 Guggenheim Fellow Jessica Blinkhorn / Savory Stories / Monica Pearson 51:44

14d ago51:44

51:44

Atlanta-based 2024 Guggenheim fellow Jessica Blinkhorn discusses her future artistic plans. Plus, food historian Akila McConnell and chef Asata Reid from the WABE podcast “Savory Stories” discuss the culinary history of Chinese food in Atlanta, and we listen back to Lois’s conversation with legendary Atlanta broadcaster Monica Pearson. See Privacy …

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Mellow Mushroom turns 50 / Musician Benjamin J. Davidow / Comedy & Conversations 51:32

15d ago51:32

51:32

Mellow Mushroom co-founder Marc “Banks” Weinstein discusses the 50-year history of Atlanta’s hometown pizza chain. Plus, singer and multi-instrumentalist Benjamin J. Davidow takes the spotlight in our series, “Speaking of Music,” and Munir Meghjani and David Perdue detail the next installment of Comedy and Conversations, which takes place at the Ma…

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A Southern Ladies' Guide to Love & Life with Holly Greene on Amy Brown's Nerdy For Comedy Podcast. 1:00:39

15d ago1:00:39

1:00:39

Get your monogramed napkins and pimento cheese sandwiches ready because Holly Greene is this week's guest on Nerdy For! If you don't know Holly Greene, that's wild, because it feels like she knows everyone. She is the room for the entire world. On this episode Holly explains southern food to me as well as shares the story about her head on collisio…

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The Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra turns 50 / Southern Fried Queer Pride 50:39

16d ago50:39

50:39

Ray Kim, cellist and former member of the Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra, and former musical director Jere Flint discuss the 50th anniversary of the ASYO. Plus, we hear about this week’s Southern Fried Queer Pride Festival, taking place at various locations around Little Five Points. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California …

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“KOREAWORLD” / “Shuffle Along” 50:52

19d ago50:52

50:52

Chef Deuki Hong and journalist Matt Rodbard discuss their new cookbook, “KOREAWORLD,” and their upcoming celebratory dinner at Chai Pani on June 25th. Plus, we listen back to Lois’s 2021 conversation with author and cultural historian Caseen Gaines about the 1921 history-making musical, “Shuffle Along.” Gaine’s book is “Footnotes: The Black Artists…

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Mo Rocca’s discusses his new book, “Roctogenarians: Late in Life Debuts, Comebacks, and Triumphs.” This conversation was recorded in front of a live audience at First Baptist Church of Decatur. 53:27

20d ago53:27

53:27

Mo Rocca, the beloved “Wait Wait…Don’t Tell Me!” panelist and CBS Sunday Morning correspondent, recently joined City Lights host Lois Reitzes on stage at First Baptist Church of Decatur for a conversation about his latest book, “Roctogenarians: Late in Life Debuts, Comebacks, and Triumphs.” The event was recorded in front of a live audience and pre…

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“Absolute Equality” Juneteenth Mural Project / “Lolly the Left-Out Lobster / Quasi 51:47

22d ago51:47

51:47

Artists Reginald C. Adams and Fabian Williams detail the “Absolute Equality” Juneteenth Mural Project. Plus, children’s book author Allison Hill discusses “Lolly the Left-Out Lobster,” and Quasi drummer Janet Weiss and multi-instrumentalist Sam Coomes stop by ahead of their upcoming show at the EARL on June 22. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.c…

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Lesbian Lingo with Stand Up Comedian Storhm Artiste 1:19:24

22d ago1:19:24

1:19:24

Just two southern bells chatting about bang'in babes whilst using the proper vernacular. Knowledge is Power! Happy Pride Y'all! Nerdy Dirty Giggle-FEST!https://www.instagram.com/storhmtheartiste/https://www.facebook.com/storm.carter.39/Atlanta based Stand Up Comedian, Amy Brown, invites funny people into her costume chamber to find out what they ar…

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Amy Brown's School of Haggery, Pride Stand Up Comedy Show - Full Set June 2024 Dead Crow Comedy Room 19:14

22d ago19:14

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GOD IS SASSY! TRUCKER HATS!https://amybrowncomedyshop.square.site/Please like and subscribe! I also have podcast called Nerdy For!Audio everywhere. Full video on Youtube and Spotify.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjWEzSFwmUdD_vUneaHBEOwMy shows are here…https://linktr.ee/AmyBrownComedyTell me where you want me to come do a show!More social media.…

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Fahamu Pecou / “Shein X Rescued” 51:56

23d ago51:56

51:56

Fahamu Pecou, founder of the African Diaspora Art Museum of Atlanta, discusses their new exhibition, "A Shield Against the Darkness: The Art and Scholarship of Pellom McDaniels III," which is on view through June 28. Plus, Atlanta-based fashion designer Christian Allana details her involvement in the new incubator program from the fast-fashion comp…

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The New Orleans Jazz Museum Expansion / H Johnson's Jazz Moment / The Elizabeth B. Stephens International Organ Competition 50:36

26d ago50:36

50:36

Music producer John Snyder discusses his role as project coordinator for the New Orleans Jazz Museum expansion. Plus, WABE’s H. Johnson stops by for the newest edition of our series, “H Johnson’s Jazz Moment,” and Sally Westmoreland details the upcoming Elizabeth B. Stephens International Organ Competition. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/p…

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Kabir Sehgal / Casting Director Clifton Guterman / No Tables No Chairs /Artemus Jenkins 50:29

27d ago50:29

50:29

Multi-instrumentalist and producer Kabir Sehgal discusses his new album, “Guitar Spring: Music for a New Season,” as well as his many collaborations, including his meditation album with Lil Jon. Plus casting director Clifton Guterman takes the spotlight for our series, “Speaking of the Boom,” we hear about the upcoming “No Tables, No Chairs” event,…

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Lavender Fest / Cooper Music School’s DIY musical instruments / Comedian Michelle C. / Arts Xchange 40th anniversary group show 50:27

28d ago50:27

50:27

Director Ty Autry and featured playwright and performer Chayton Pabich Danyla discuss the first inaugural Lavender Fest at Out Front Theatre from June 19th through 23rd. Plus, we hear about Cooper Music School’s DIY musical instruments; Michelle C. takes the spotlight for our series, “Speaking of Music,” and “A Room of Her Own: Women Studio Artists…

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Who killed Rudolf Diesel? (with Doug Brunt) 48:08

28d ago48:08

48:08

Yes, there was actually a guy named Rudolf Diesel who actually invented the diesel engine, which was incredibly revolutionary for its time. It earned Diesel a massive fortune and had huge implications for how war—especially maritime war in the early 1900’s—would be waged. As European countries scrambled for dominance just prior to WWI, Diesel disap…

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“ANKRBOY” / Mdou Moctar / “Al Dente: The Design of Pasta” 52:05

29d ago52:05

52:05

Former news anchor, actor, and author Mark Pettit discusses his new memoir, “ANKRBOY.” Plus, guitarist Mdou Moctar and bassist/producer Mikey Coltun join “City Lights” ahead of their June 13 show at Terminal West, and Laura Flusche, executive director of Museum of Design Atlanta, details their new exhibition, “Al Dente: The Design of Pasta.” See Pr…

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Gay Bob The "Queen" of 99x Returns! | Ozempic & Mounjaro Weight Loss Journey 1:05:06

29d ago1:05:06

1:05:06

Happy Pride Y'all!GET YOUR RAINBOW TRUCKER HATS HERE!https://amybrowncomedyshop.square.site/This is NOT a clean episode y'all. Brace yourself. We chat about Gay Bob's weight loss and a lot of sex stuff.Atlanta based Stand Up Comedian, Amy Brown, invites funny people into her costume chamber to find out what they are Nerdy For. Join her for a weekly…

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Living Walls: “I Am Mine - We Are Ours” / “Forsyth County is Flooding (With the Joy of Lake Lanier)” / Guitarist Quinn Sullivan / “Books for Africa” 52:01

1M ago52:01

52:01

Monica Campana, executive director of Living Walls, and Drew Borders, curator of the new Living Walls public mural project “I Am Mine / We Are Ours,” detail the artwork on the underpass at Arizona Avenue and Dekalb Avenue. Plus, composer Marcus Norris and librettist Adamma Ebo discuss the world premiere of their new opera, “Forsyth County is Floodi…

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“The Golden Gals LIVE” / Speaking of Music: Michael Myerz / “Myco-Town” / Ukraine Relief Audiobook Project 51:26

1M ago51:26

51:26

Tugboat the Queen and Ginger Minj discuss “The Golden Gals LIVE” on stage at Out Front Theatre through June 16. Plus, Michael Myerz takes the spotlight for our series, “Speaking of Music,” author Lisa Frank details her new book, “MYCO-TOWN: A Magical Mushroom Fantasy Novel,” and we learn about a new audiobook project that aims to raise money for Uk…

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“A Night of Latine Filmmakers”/After Action on PBS/”Homegrown” with Jamila Norman 50:05

1M ago50:05

50:05

Erika Miranda, the founder of Cafecito Productions, and Brooke Sonenreich, founder and organizer of ATLFilmParty discuss their event “A Night of Latine Filmmakers” at the downtown Switchyards. “City Lights” producer Summer Evans speaks with retired Airforce Staff Sergeant Stacy Pearsall about her PBS series “After Action.” Plus, we listen back to L…

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Andrews Family Legacy Project/Music in Media-Erich Korngold/AMP Summer Series 50:38

1M ago50:38

50:38

Two new exhibitions are now on view at the Madison-Morgan Cultural Center in Madison, Georgia; that of Atlanta’s congressman John Lewis, and the prolific painter and multimedia artist Benny Andrews. Andrews produced a series of portraits called the John Lewis Series, currently on loan from the National Center for Human and Civil Rights. The works a…

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Rick Steves on music and traveling/Sesame Street the Musical/Dope Coffee 50:22

1M ago50:22

50:22

Travel aficionado, TV host, and guidebook author Rick Steves shares his insights on incorporating live music into your travel itinerary. This is part of “City Lights’” recurring series “ATL Up and Away: Travel Tips with Rick Steves.” Plus, Jonathan Rockefeller, the creator of the show “Sesame Street the Musical” discusses why he wanted to bring the…

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Restoring Politcal Sanity with Charlie Wheelan (Encore) 1:02:32

1M ago1:02:32

1:02:32

Charlie Wheelan is a professor of economics and public policy at Dartmouth College and the author of several books, including Naked Money, Naked Economics, (no nudity in either), and The Centrist Manifesto, all of which we discuss in this episode. The Chicago Sun-Times describes Charlie as someone who “combines a razor-sharp mind with a boatload of…

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Kelundra Smith’s “The Wash”/Dr. Eric Cervini’s “The Deviant’s War” 49:34

1M ago49:34

49:34

Journalist, theatre critic and playwright Kelundra Smth and actor Tanya Freeman discuss the play “The Wash.” A story about the Atlanta Washerwomen’s Strike of 1881. Plus, we listen back to Lois Reitzes’ 2020 conversation with Dr. Eric Cervini. He’s the author of: “The Deviant’s War: The Homosexual vs. The United States of America.” See Privacy Poli…

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Aisha Saeed’s “Zuni and the Memory Jar”/HYDA/H.Johnson’s Jazz Moment/John King Carter’s “Trial by Jury” 51:37

1M ago51:37

51:37

Atlanta author Aisha Saeed discusses her new children’s book “Zuni and the Memory Jar.” We hear about this weekend’s events with the hosts of How You Do Atlanta. WABE jazz and blues host H. Johnson talks about saxophonist Louis Jordan. Plus, the Canterbury Choristers’ musical director, John King Carter, discusses their production of the one-act ope…

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“There’s No Business Like Show Business: A Tribute to Irving Berlin” / 25th annual Flying Colors Butterfly Festival/Speaking of Poetry-Aurielle Marie 50:59

1M ago50:59

50:59

Flying Carpet Theatre Company artistic director Adam Koplan and music director Greg Sudmeier discuss their upcoming concert, “There’s No Business Like Show Business: A Tribute to Irving Berlin”, which will be held at the Breman Museum on June 2. Plus, Chattahoochee Nature Center’s events supervisor, Fabiola Clermont, shares this year’s line-up at t…

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“Blues for an Alabama Sky” / Next Narrative Monologue Competition 51:37

1M ago51:37

51:37

Director Amanda Washington and playwright Pearl Cleage discuss the new production of “Blues for an Alabama Sky,” which opens tomorrow at Actor’s Express and runs through June 23. Plus, we hear about the Atlanta high school student who placed second in this year’s “Next Narrative Monologue” Competition. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privac…

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062 - Keep Calm with Amber Case 1:15:20

1M ago1:15:20

1:15:20

Episode Highlights: The evolution of technology The Importance of Understanding History in Law and Tech The Role of History in Technology and Design The concept of calm technology, its principles, and the need for historical context in product design. The importance of long-term tech design and changing the narrative on what's considered cool. Ambe…

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Hoarders & Nail Clippings with Atlanta Comedian Emily Holden 1:09:36

1M ago1:09:36

1:09:36

Atlanta based Comedian Emily Holden can be found here: (Follow her for more funny content!)https://www.instagram.com/emilydholden/https://linktr.ee/emilydholdenhttps://www.youtube.com/@UCCFp9fEi9Pbd3nA4iQGZi0w Atlanta based Stand Up Comedian, Amy Brown, invites funny people into her costume chamber to find out what they are Nerdy For. Join her for …

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Mike Posner on Life Beyond Fame and Fortune 46:10

1M ago46:10

46:10

Mike Posner is a Grammy-nominated rapper, singer, songwriter, and music producer from Detroit. His Spotify channel has generated over 3 billion plays and his song 'I Took a Pill in Ibiza' reached the top five on the Billboard Hot 100. Mike "had it all" at a young age and captured his lifestyle in the lyrics of his biggest hit: “A real big baller (w…

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“LagosAtlanta: Sister City Rising” / Poet Andrea Jurjevic 51:16

2M ago51:16

51:16

Lauren Tate Baeza, curator of African Art at the High Museum and the creator of the new Atlanta Beltline artist residency, discusses the new exhibition “LagosAtlanta: Sister City Rising.” Plus, Andrea Jurjevic takes the spotlight for our series, “Speaking of Poetry.” See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at h…

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“Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf” / “Music in Media” / Musician Parker Smith / “The All Day High Five” 51:04

2M ago51:04

51:04

Theatrical Outfit director Matt Torney and actor Tess Malis Kincaid discuss “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf,” which is on stage at the Balzer Theater at Herren’s through June 16. Plus, Dr. Scott Stewart discusses popular scores of currently streaming hits, singer-songwriter Parker Smith takes the spotlight for our series, “Speaking of Music,” and w…

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Paul Ollinger Returns! More about Money and Moving to NYC! Nerdy For Comedy Podcast w/Amy Brown 48:28

2M ago48:28

48:28

Delta Sky Club, Skiing, Paul's Yellowstone Private Ski Resort Clip: https://youtu.be/YbQ0un0HYAo?si=6foaS5bdLkpDEMpJhttps://www.instagram.com/paul_ollinger/https://linktr.ee/paulollingerhttps://www.facebook.com/pmoINDOOR WIFE T-SHIRTS!GOD IS SASSY! TRUCKER HATS!https://amybrowncomedyshop.square.site/For more nerdy dirty comedy subscribe and like my…

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061 - Funny Money with Paul Ollinger 58:17

2M ago58:17

58:17

Episode Highlights: Paul Ollinger's transition from an executive at Facebook to pursuing stand-up comedy. Discuss the focus of Paul Ollinger's podcast, "Crazy Money," and its exploration of living a fulfilling life beyond financial pursuits. How comedy has shaped Paul Ollinger's communication skills, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and h…

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Atlanta Jazz Festival / “Assembly” 51:51

2M ago51:51

51:51

Camille Russell Love, executive director of the Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs, details the 2024 Atlanta Jazz Festival, happening this weekend at Piedmont Park. Plus, Artist Gregor Turk and Druid Hills Presbyterian Church session member Eric Dusenbury discuss the new public art installation “Assembly,” which is on display on the church’s front …

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Andrew Yang on Our Broken Political System (Encore) 50:56

2M ago50:56

50:56

Andrew Yang is a former Presidential and NYC mayoral candidate and the founder of Venture for America. He's also the founder of the Forward Party where he advocates for structural reform to safeguard our democracy. He lays all this out in his new book, ‘Forward,' which we discussed today. We also discuss Andrew's life as a teenager, his obsession w…

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“7 Minutes in Kevin” / WCLK turns 50 51:41

2M ago51:41

51:41

Improv actor, writer, and comedian Kevin Gillese discusses his new solo show, “7 Minutes in Kevin,” which is on stage at Dad’s Garage through June 8. Plus, we celebrate Jazz 91.9 WCLK’s 50th anniversary with station manager Wendy Williams and singer Alexandra Jackson. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at …

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Artist Judy Pfaff / "Year of the Dragon" / H Johnson 52:03

2M ago52:03

52:03

Multimedia artist Judy Pfaff details her new exhibition, "A Walk in the Park," which is on view at the Johnson Lowe Gallery through June 28. Plus, we hear about the Atlanta Youth Wind Symphony's upcoming concert, "Year of the Dragon," and H Johnson stops by for the latest installment of "H Johnson's Jazz Moment." See Privacy Policy at https://art19…

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Kerry Lee / “Truth Told Slant” 52:20

2M ago52:20

52:20

Kerry Lee, co-artistic director of the Atlanta Chinese Dance Company, discusses her contributions to this year’s National Council on the Arts. Plus, The High Museum’s photography curator, Gregory Harris, details the new exhibition “Truth Told Slant,” which is on view at The High through August 11. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and…

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“Dutch Art in a Global Age” / Dancer Emma Burke / Community Foundation of Greater Atlanta grants 52:24

2M ago52:24

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Claudia Einecke, the High Museum’s Curator of European Art discusses their new exhibition, “Dutch Art in a Global Age,” which is on view through July 14. Plus, Emma Burke takes the spotlight for our series, “Speaking of Dance,” and we learn how art organizations can apply for the new grants from the Community Foundation of Greater Atlanta. See Priv…

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