Best Rick Pearson Podcasts (2024)

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“Panorama” / H Johnson / Danielle Deadwyler 51:37

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Monica Obniski, the High Museum’s decorative arts and design curator, discusses “Panorama,” their new outdoor piazza installation. Plus, WABE’s H Johnson joins us with music from jazz organist Shirley Scott, and we listen back to Atlanta actor and artist Danielle Deadwyler detailing her time filming the HBO series “Station 11.” See Privacy Policy a…

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Artist Tim Youd / Author Dawn Tripp 50:32

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Visual and performance artist Tim Youd discusses his solo exhibition “Georgia ReTyped,” which is on view at Atlanta Contemporary through October 6. Plus, we listen back to Lois’s 2016 conversation with author Dawn Tripp. Her novel, “Georgia,” explores the life and love of artist Georgia O’Keefe. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and C…

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Michael Kallio on Bruce Campbell, Sam Raimi, Jack White, Star Wars, Super 8, Filmmaking, & more... 1:44:01

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Episode 25 with Michael Kallio, Brian Lally, Zak Meister, and Scott Williams. Thank you to our sponsors: Patreon https://www.patreon.com/BrianLallyHollywoodNative LOLAS Acting School https://lolasactingschool.com Chew on Vegan https://www.youtube.com/@ChewonVegan Michael Kallio Facebook https://www.facebook.com/officialmichaelkallio Instagram https…

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Artist Donald Billinkoff / Author Julia Franks 51:15

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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

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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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“Jersey Boys” / “Forest Forms” 51:15

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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

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

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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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A Conversation with Roshan Prabhu, MD, Director of Proton Therapy Center, Atrium Health 18:30

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This segment of “Cancer Registry World” features Dr. Roshan Prabhu, MD, the Director of the Proton Therapy Center at the Atrium Health - Levine Cancer Institute in Charlotte, NC. Dr. Prabhu discusses the application and importance of collecting registry information for patients treated with the relatively new radiation oncology technique of proton …

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

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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

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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

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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

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

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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

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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

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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

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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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Fahamu Pecou / “Shein X Rescued” 51:56

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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

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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

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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

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

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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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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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A Conversation with Melissa Pearson, ODS-C, NC State Cancer Registry 27:42

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This segment of Cancer Registry World features Melissa Pearson, ODS-C and Manager of Evaluation and Quality at the North Carolina Central Cancer Registry. She discusses the unique role that state cancer registries play in oncology data collection and assessment of the epidemiology of cancer. Please enjoy listening and learning!…

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

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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

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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

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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

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

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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

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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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Atlanta Jazz Festival / “Assembly” 51:51

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

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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

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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

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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

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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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“Turtle Rocks” / Thievery Corporation” 51:21

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Children’s book author Audrey Galex discusses her new book, “Turtle Rocks,” plus, Thievery Corporation’s Rob Garza stops by ahead of their upcoming performance at the Tabernacle on May 18. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Artist and activist Charmaine Minniefield / Poet Collin Kelley / Wig Wag Music and Art Festival 52:30

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Artist and activist Charmaine Minniefield discusses the new Beacon Hill Praise House. Her latest installation and exhibition, part of “The Praise House Project: Standing on Hallowed Ground,” is open in Downtown Decatur and will be displayed through the summer. Plus, Collin Kelley takes the spotlight for our series, “Speaking of Poetry,” and Methane…

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Mara Davis / “A Parent’s Guide to Managing Showbiz Kids” / “AQuAA Splash” 52:20

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Atlanta media personality Mara Davis shares suggestions for celebrating Mom. Plus, author and talent manager Pamela Warner, mother of actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner, discusses her new book, “A Parent’s Guide to Managing Showbiz Kids,” and Atlanta Queer Arts Alliance founders Jim Farmer and Paul Conroy share details on “AQuAA Splash,” a panel discussion…

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“Fat Ham” 52:29

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Director Dawn M. Simmons and actor Marshall W. Mabry IV discuss the new “Fat Ham” production on stage at the Alliance Theatre through May 19. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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“Alice’s Wonderland Returns” / Atlanta Center for Photography Block Party / “City of Kings: Atlanta” 50:30

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Atlanta Botanical Garden’s President and CEO Mary Pat Matheson and Senior Horticulturist Jim Smith discuss their new exhibition of living plant sculptures, “Alice’s Wonderland Returns.” Plus, we hear about a block party from the Atlanta Center for Photography this weekend, and filmmaker Will Feagins details his new documentary, “City of Kings: Atla…

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“Journey on the A-Train: A Jacob Lawrence Story” / Red Clay Comedy Festival 52:19

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Moving in the Spirit’s, co-founder and artistic director Dana Lupton and poet Alice Lovelace discuss their collaborative dance performance “Journey on the A-Train: A Jacob Lawrence Story,” on stage May 8 at the Rialto Center for the Arts. Plus, we’ll hear about the Red Clay Comedy Festival, which begins this Thursday at various venues in East Atlan…

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A Conversation with Mary Maul, Education Manager, NCRA 19:45

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In this segment of Cancer Registry World, we welcome Mary Maul, Education Manager for the National Cancer Registrars Association. The discussion focuses on the vast array of educational offerings sponsored by NCRA, the future of in-person meetings in the era of virtual educational opportunities and methodology to assess the quality of educational p…

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Conductor Robert Spano / The 14th Annual Atlanta Beltline Lantern Parade 51:10

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Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Music Director Laureate Robert Spano returns for a two-week residency this week. The longtime leader of the ASO discusses his upcoming performances with the symphony. Plus, the 14th annual Atlanta Beltline Lantern Parade returns this Saturday, and we visit with the event’s creator, Chantelle Rytter. See Privacy Policy at …

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“May the 4th be with You” / “The Palmetto Portrait Project” / H Johnson 52:16

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Dr. Scott Stewart stops by to help jump-start our “May the 4th be with You” celebration. Plus, we hear about “The Palmetto Portrait Project,” and WABE’s H Johnson discusses Cannonball and Nat Adderley for our series, “H Johnson’s Jazz Moment.” See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy…

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Choo Choo Hu / Terminus Modern Ballet Theater / Comedian Maireg Chernet 51:04

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Choo Choo Hu, pianist and founding member of ensemble vim, discusses the "spark" series launch concert and party on Monday, May 6, at MOCA GA. Plus, we hear about a notable change coming to Terminus Modern Ballet, and Maireg Chernet takes the spotlight for our series, "Speaking of Comedy." See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Califor…

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Artist Kei Ito / Savory Stories: Coffee 52:32

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Artist Kei Ito discusses his new solo exhibition, "Staring at the Face of the Sun," at the Georgia Museum of Art at UGA through July 14. Plus, food historian Akila McConnell and chef Asata Reid from the WABE podcast "Savory Stories" discuss coffee and Atlanta's connection to the history of the beverage. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/priva…

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