ATLANTA, GA -- The birthplace of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and OutKast. Home to many of pop culture’s icons and origins, America's most influential music and movie scene, and a well-respected international business community. A beautiful place, filled with life, complexity, and fascinating people. Hosted by Terrence Smith, Betsy Sunny, and Clay Scroggins, the For Atlanta Podcast is the place where you'll meet some of the people who shape our city. In each episode, listeners will hear and feel Atlanta from different perspectives, as we explore the city through the lenses of industry leaders in entertainment, education, business, and government. We hope that you are inspired to learn and love Atlanta even more than you thought you could. Welcome to the For Atlanta Podcast!
Welcome to Episode Eight! On this episode, we meet the multi-faceted husband, dad, Nigerian-American, pastor @cornerstone_atl, co-founder @portraitcoffee and early riser, John Onwucheka. We discuss his Journey from Texas to Atlanta, how he and some friends decided to use the power of one of the world's most consumed beverages -- coffee-- to tell a story that makes us see that drink in a completely different way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to Episode Seven! On this episode, we are joined by Kellye Britton of the Harvard Debate Council Diversity Project. We discuss her story in the entertainment industry, sense of purpose and how it has shaped her dedication to the growth and development of the students and families she serves. We also hear about the debate champions right here in our own back yard.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to Episode Six! On this episode, we are joined by Doug Daley, April Nelson and Jayson Martin of UPS. We discuss their latest project, Black Voices from Big Brown, some of the unknowns of the logistics industry and some practical advice about navigating the business world.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to Episode Five! On this episode, we sit down with Blake Howard, Creative Director and Cofounder of Matchstic, an Atlanta-based brand identity firm, talk about the creative community in Atlanta and discuss the importance of engagement in work culture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to Episode Four! On this episode, we speak with Amy Oraefo, Entertainment Lawyer, and Owner of Amy Oraefo, P.C., A Boutique Law Firm, discuss what it takes to make it in the entertainment industry and what Waffle House means to her.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to Episode Three! On this episode, we chat with LaChandra Butler-Burks, City of Atlanta's Acting Commissioner of Parks and Recreation, give you some tips on how to spot native Atlantans and share some practical advice about remaining healthy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to Episode Two! On this episode, we interview Andy Alemany, Grammy and Dove nominated artist, share some helpful tips and laugh a lot!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to Episode One! On this episode, Terrence Smith and Betsy Sunny interview Sheffield Hale, President and CEO of The Atlanta History Center, give you some tips about places to visit and provide an interesting twist on Atlanta's history.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The For Atlanta Podcast hopes to be the place that inspires you to love and learn Atlanta more than you thought you ever could! Each episode, we will highlight the voices and narratives from around the city of Atlanta that are making a difference in the lives of the people.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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