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On today's episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's "Politically Georgia" representatives of the secretary of state's office to talk about the battles Brad Raffensperger is fighting on two fronts. The Legislature is making a second effort to give the State Election Board the responsibility to oversee the operations of the secretary of state's office in managing elections. And the office is now in federal court defending itself in a lawsuit filed by a liberal voting rights group that alleges the state's Dominion voting machines are vulnerable to hacking.    Then, the South Carolina Democratic presidential primary is sneaking up on most political observers. It will take place in a little more than one week. Meanwhile, Nikki Haley is doing her best to goad Donald Trump into revealing the worst aspects of his character as the South Carolina Republican primary campaign gets underway. AJC Savannah bureau chief Adam Van Brimmer joins the conversation.     Plus, the state Senate appears set to pass a bill defining antisemitism. The measure would make it easier to punish antisemitic acts under Georgia's hate crimes law.    Links to today's topics:  Bill would allow investigations of Raffensperger  Witness in federal trial shows how voting machines can be hacked   Haley pins hopes on home state primary  Trump warns Haley donors to stop funding Haley  Senate revives antisemitism bill  Have a question for the show? Call the 24-hour "Politically Georgia" Podcast Hotline at 404-526-AJCP. That's 404-526-2527. We'll play back your question and answer it during the Listener Mailbag segment on tomorrow's episode.     Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.”  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gov. Brian Kemp provides a temperature check on the Peach State with his State of the State address. On this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's “Politically Georgia” podcast, hosts Bill Nigut, Patricia Murphy and Greg Bluestein discuss what they expect to see in the governor's speech.       Then, the AJC's Adam Van Brimmer discusses the narrowing GOP field in the race for president. On Wednesday, former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie ended his campaign. But it was not without controversy, as a hot mic moment revealed Christie's real feelings about opponents Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis. But the pair remained focused on Iowa as they squared off Wednesday night in a CNN debate just days before the Iowa caucuses.      Plus, on this podcast edition of "Politically Georgia," we let you in on the bonus recording from Greg and Patricia's interview with Speaker Jon Burns. The duo gets the speaker's thoughts on Medicaid expansion, presidential endorsements and passing the antisemitism bill introduced during the last session.    Links to today's topics:    Kemp dives into polarizing debates in election-year address  Vocal anti-Trump candidate Chris Christie exits presidential race with hot mic moment  PG A.M.: Speaker Burns puts legislative focus on the ‘politically possible'    Have a question for the show? Call the 24-hour "Politically Georgia" Podcast Hotline at 404-526-AJCP. That's 404-526-2527. We'll play back your question and answer it during the Listener Mailbag segment on tomorrow's episode.     Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.”  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A federal judge has rejected a Democratic lawsuit claiming illegal efforts to suppress votes in 2022 Georgia election. In today's episode of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, hists Bill Nigut and Tia Mitchell discuss the impact of the ruling by federal Judge Steve Jones, rejecting a lawsuit filed by Fair Fight Action against True the Vote accusing the group of illegally working to suppress the votes of hundreds of thousands of Georgians in the 2022 election.   Plus, Tia Mitchell leads a discussion on the many issues facing the U.S. House and Senate as members return to the Capitol after a long holiday break. And we take a swing around the state looking at news from outside North Georgia. Savannah bureau chief Adam Van Brimmer and Columbus veteran reporter Chuck Williams join the program.   Links to today's topics: True the Vote wins intimidation case over Georgia voter challenges   Have a question for the show? Call the 24-hour "Politically Georgia" Podcast Hotline at 404-526-AJCP. That's 404-526-2527. We'll play back your question and answer it during the Listener Mailbag segment on next Friday's episode.   Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the is edition of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, Patricia Murphy, Greg Bluestein, Tia Mitchell and Bill Nigut discuss the school safety proposal Lt. Governor Burt is backing that would offer teachers a $10,000 stipend to carry guns in the classroom.   Plus, after three weeks of chaos, Republicans in the U.S. House finally elected a speaker – Louisiana congressman Mike Johnson. Johnson won unanimous support from the GOP conference. Hear how members of Georgia's GOP delegation could benefit as Congressman Mike Johnson takes up the gavel.   AJC Savannah bureau chief Adam Van Brimmer joins the podcast to report on the Savannah mayor's race, one of the most important races on municipal ballots this year. He also discusses the possibility that Tybee Island could elect its first Black mayor. And he offers an overview of the multi-billion dollar proposal to deepen the Savannah River port.   Links to today's topics: Jones supports paying teachers to carry guns House ends chaos, elects speaker A bid for Black history at Savannah beach Georgia Port officials say Savannah River port must be deepened 2023 elections to watch Savannah mayor's race gets tense   Subscribe to the AJC: If you aren't a subscriber to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, click here to get unlimited digital access to the AJC at a special price.   Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tuesday on Political Rewind: Gov. Brian Kemp testifies this morning in the Fulton County probe. Plus, a Trump-backed candidate, Kari Lake, lost her bid to become Arizona's governor. And as the runoff continues, Warnock and allies are challenging a law that disallows Saturday voting after a holiday. The panel: Adam Van Brimmer, @adamvanbrimmer, editor-In-chief of the opinion page, Savannah Morning News Donna Lowry, @donnalowrynews, host, GPB-TV's Lawmakers Meg Kinnard, @MegKinnardAP, political and legal affairs reporter, Associated Press Tamar Hallerman, @TamarHallerman, senior reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 4:00 - Gov. Kemp is testifying in the Fulton County probe this morning. 16:00 - Trump-endorsed Kari Lake lost her bid for Arizona governor. What does that mean for the power of Trump's endorsement? 30:00 - The future for 2020's election deniers. 36:00 - Breaking down the runoff for U.S. Senate. 41:00 - The secretary of state's office is closing Saturday voting around a holiday formerly celebrating Robert E. Lee's birthday. 50:00 - The Atlanta Press Club has one final debate scheduled between Walker and Warnock. Please sign up for The GA Today Politics newsletter coming out later this week. https://www.gpb.org/newsletters

Tuesday on Political Rewind: A new poll shows a toss-up between Walker and Warnock and a wider lead for Gov. Brian Kemp over Stacey Abrams. Our panel analyzes the results. Plus, the latest on the Fulton County special grand jury and an update on Hyundai's plant in Southeast Georgia. The panel: Adam Van Brimmer, @adamvanbrimmer, opinion writer, Savannah Morning News Andra Gillespie,@AndraGillespie, professor of political science and director, James Weldon Johnson Institute for the Study of Race and Difference, Emory University Chuck Williams,@chuckwilliams, reporter, WRBL-TV Columbus Tamar Hallerman, @TamarHallerman, senior reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Timestamps 0:00 - Introductions 4:00 - New polls from the AJC bear bleak news for Democrats. 24:04- Correction to Friday's show 27:00 - An update on the Fulton County special grand jury and its political fallout. 44:00 - Hyundai may face problems opening its Southeast Georgia plant. Please sign up for Political Rewind's newsletter: https://www.gpb.org/newsletters.

This is a replay of the Tuesday, Aug. 16 episode of The Commute podcast. Dennis Knight heads to the 50 Yard Line this week with Adam Van Brimmer to preview the teams, players and storylines to watch across the region, and offers his predictions for the 2022 season. Find more coverage at: https://www.savannahnow.com/sports/high-school/ Twitter: @DennisKnightSMN

Tuesday on Political Rewind: Less than 48 hours before his scheduled testimony, Rudy Giuliani was informed that he was a target of the Fulton County special grand jury. Plus, state GOP legislators look to expand Medicaid, a frequent state Democrat talking point.  The Panel Adam Van Brimmer, @adamvanbrimmer, editorial page editor, Savannah Morning News Emma Hurt, @Emma_Hurt, reporter, Axios Atlanta Raphael Olavarría, @RafaelOlavarria, fact checker, Factchequeado Tamar Hallerman, @TamarHallerman, senior reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction 5:00 - Rudy Giuliani has been informed that he has been targeted by the Fulton County special grand jury. 15:00 - Multiple investigations into Trump associates have prompted global reactions. 25:00 - A court has upheld Georgia's six-week abortion ban. 34:00 - State Republicans are eyeballing an expansion to Medicaid. 44:00 - It's still not clear if Herschel Walker and Raphael Warnock will debate. Plus, Walker responds to an ad featuring allegations by his ex-wife. Please be sure to download our newsletter: www.gpb.org/newsletters. And subscribe, follow and rate this show wherever podcasts are found.

Tuesday on Political Rewind: Statewide runoff elections might demonstrate just how much power Trump has in Georgia. Brad Raffensperger is expected to testify in front of the January 6th committee today, alongside a Fulton County election worker accused of fraud by Trump allies. The panel: Adam Van Brimmer, @adamvanbrimmer, Editorial page editor, Savannah Morning News Adrienne Jones, @adriennemjns, Professor of political science & director of pre-law, Morehouse College Tamar Hallerman, @TamarHallerman, Senior reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Tia Mitchell, @ajconwashington, Washington reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 5:00 - 6th District analysis 6:00 - Does a Trump nomination still mean as much in Georgia? 14:00 - 1st District analysis 19:30 - Stacey Abrams endorsements 26:00 - Are runoffs antiquated? 30:00 - GA elections officials before Congress today 37:00 - How could Raffensperger's testimony change public opinion? 45:00 - January 6th committee says Georgia played into Eastman's election theory Please be sure to download our newsletter: www.gpb.org/newsletters. And subscribe, follow and rate this show wherever podcasts are found.

Monday on Political Rewind: On the eve of the primary election, Mike Pence arrives in Georgia to campaign for Gov. Brian Kemp, while Donald Trump will hold a rally for David Perdue. Other candidates in closely watched races will make their final arguments to voters today, as well. Among Republican contests, Brad Raffensperger is looking to survive the wrath of Trump in his campaign for another term as secretary of state. Panelists: Patricia Murphy — political reporter and columnist, Atlanta Journal-Constitution Chauncey Alcorn — reporter, Capital B Chuck Williams — reporter, WRBL-TV Columbus Adam Van Brimmer — editorial page editor, Savannah Morning News Timestamps: 0:00 – Introductions 3:40 – Early voting sees record numbers 00:00 – Polling on eve of primary election 27:00 – National media coverage of Georgia races, “proxy war” 32:30 – McBath vs. Bourdeaux in north Georgia suburbs 42:50 – Roundup of Georgia races elsewhere in state Subscribe to the Political Rewind newsletter at GPB.org/newsletters.

Thursday on Political Rewind: Gov. Brian Kemp goes on the offensive with the threat of a challenge from David Perdue looming in the air. His allies rallied in recent days to push Kemp as their candidate for re-election to the governor's mansion. But, did Perdue give a signal to a group of Brunswick Republicans he is not interested in making the race? Also, help could be on the way to relieve the traffic jam as container ships wait for days to unload cargo at the Port of Savannah. Plus, Georgia GOP legislators make quick work of voting on new state house districts. Democrats make small gains but say they should get more. Panelists: Adam Van Brimmer — Editorial page editor, Savannah Morning News Riley Bunch — Public policy reporter, GPB News Tia Mitchell — Washington reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Kevin Riley — Editor, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

We are back for our regular weekly show and we wanted to take another look at the Tybee Island City Elections coming up. We are joined by Elaine Mcgruder, Candidate. She brings a wealth of policy and legal knowledge to the table. She's also a strong proponent of STVR regulation. We talk a lot about political will which translates well to many of our issues.After the interview John and Chuck catch up on 2 reading series over at Savannah Morning News with Adam Van Brimmer's year old take we discussed a while ago, and Bill Dawers updating us on the Friends of Forsyth Park proposal. Some great media criticisms here. We won't have any regular shows the next two weeks as we broadcast 5 interviews for the candidates running for HD 165. We will post the schedule of broadcasts ASAPWant access to those interviews right now? go to www.patreon.com/bettersavannah and subscribe to unlock the content and support our mission at the same time.  

We start the episode with a quick review of the California Recall Election ResultsJohn and Chuck just sat down earlier today with candidate for House District 165 @Sabrine Kent. She was the first of the 5 candidates to interview with us and she set the bar high. We give a preview of this race including a clip of our interview .Interviews will continue for HD 165 over the next week and we'll have a dedicated week of interview shows just before early voting starts. We look under the hood of the Tybee Race we've backed Mack Kitchens on (see episode 51 here https://open.spotify.com/episode/10mfsWVpKSWAkNNG6bFn3P?si=PqHX_rrFQ1ejDeX4UxypFQ&dl_branch=1 ) Then we dive into a few local reading series over at the Savannah Morning News. We review Adam Van Brimmer's prediction that HD 165 is a tale of 2 generations in former Mayor Edna Jackson and recently resigned Board of Elections Member Antwan Lang. https://www.savannahnow.com/story/opinion/2021/09/14/former-mayor-and-elections-board-member-vie-georgia-house-seat-held-mickey-stephens-jackson-lang/8325766002/John discusses guerilla politics in the metaphor of "moneyball" Plus John and Chuck Plays another round of "Pump it or Dump it" with some interesting political rumors about the School Board Races. We close out the episode with a 2nd SMN reading series with new reporter Zoe Nicholson covering the Fairgrounds redevelopment and Mayor Pro Tem Estella Shabazzs' decision to raise taxes on renters. https://www.savannahnow.com/story/news/2021/09/16/neighbors-savannah-fairgrounds-project-say-leaders-arent-listening/5503029001/video at: https://www.facebook.com/BetterSavannahForAll/videos/180395850835657

After some much needed vacation John and Chuck are back to update you on all the Savannah Things.Become a Member and get access to future members only episodes at www.bettersavannah.org or www.patreon.com/bettersavannah Full Show Notes We begin the discussion with an update on the Tax Digest and the City Budget. City of Savannah is raising taxes by 5.6 MM due to the growth of the Tax Digest. See our episode with Terry Tolbert here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1yitJbzlFCg We do a reading series from Savannah Morning News on the Budget (read here: https://www.savannahnow.com/story/news/2021/07/15/city-council-no-property-tax-increase-savannah-ga-residents-millage-rate-chatham-county-georgia/7968105002/ )Chuck then brings up a surprise topic: The Impending Bus Driver Shortage including our 2nd reading series that you can find here: https://www.savannahnow.com/story/news/2021/07/14/savannah-chatham-aggressively-recruiting-bus-drivers-fill-shortage/7894466002/Notice no mention of wages. We then check in on the Weeping Time with the Press Conference. Kesha Gibson Carter gives a powerful speech ( https://www.facebook.com/kesha.gibsoncarter/videos/866578960624967 )John and Chuck break down Better Savannah's newest Advertisement on Broughton Street We then check in with our Tourism Industry Leader's with a listening series from Adam Van Brimmer's "The Commute Podcast (Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1DMnHXfehtJQTYEA3xo9Ki?si=TvTqhhcTQnKgLYHc1rhcsg&dl_branch=1 ) City Manager Michael Brown needs to take a seat with a beer in an aluminum cup ( https://www.facebook.com/cityofsavannah/videos/1141258499693439 ) It's Mayor Van Johnson's Party and He'll cry if he wants to ( https://www.facebook.com/198924000145294/videos/1972070139623307 )Finally we read between the lines of comments made by 4th District Aldermen Nick Palumbo about council maps being the source of division on council.. The comments about the opportunity ahead to redraw maps land somewhere between Bad and Worse ( https://open.spotify.com/episode/6iOYIeKhCehQJt2lxOKMPM?si=rOTFC1qnTZ-N1gLsL8j_WQ&dl_branch=1 )Full Episodes at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe9B3TncE0NEnKEOUh1OjDgand www.facebook.com/bettersavannahforall

Better Savannah Episode 43: The Commute to a Southside TownhallOn Father's day, John and Chuck had an epic back to back recording session resulting in two episodes. We are juggling summer vacations but committed to bringing you free content each week. If you are a member/supporter you already got access to this episode earlier in the week. Join us at www.bettersavannah.org Show description In this episode John and Chuck have a dual listening session. Starting and ending with Savannah Morning News & SavannahNow.com podcast "The Commute" hosted by editorial editor Adam Van Brimmer, we listen and discuss the recent finalists for City manager. John asks Chuck the 7 critical questions for each candidate. We then move in to the news of the week which has been dominated by recent crime upticks culminating in the recent "mass shooting" event. We qued up Alderman Kurtis Purtee 's townhall event this last thursday and provide feedback. We end with a conversation surrounding the Police department leadership in the wake of the William Harvey Death case closing out and recent crime wave.

In one of our favorite episodes to date, Chuck leads an interview with long time delegation member Senator Lester Jackson. Topics include statewide issues like voter suppression bills and Medicaid expansion and local issues including the elections board/registrars board merger, the rechartering of CAT, and the hottest issue of the week, the expansion of the hotel motel tax in savannah.Next, John, Carry, and Chuck react to the interview as well as a clip from Savannah Morning News & SavannahNow.com podcast "the commute" where columnists Adam Van Brimmer and Bill Dawers berate 4 Alderwomen for having the nerve to ask the delegation to kill this bill. Chuck gives a good rant in responseFinally we discuss the SCAD - The University for Creative Careers announcement to convert Pulaski Hall into 21 affordable housing rental units ... this after they bought a 233 unit affordable housing apt building (Chatham Apartments) after the seller had just kicked out long term residents.The internet gods tell us to the end the episode(Note, shortly after this interview Senator Jackson announced his intentions to seek the Democratic Nomination for Labor Commissioner in 2022) Original Airdate March 25th, 2020Video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l2U8wTKfJfshttps://www.facebook.com/113796806675005/videos/136594368395911

This episode is brought to you by National Office Systems The Savannah Bananas' Jesse Cole joins the Tuesday episode of The Commute podcast to discuss his latest venture, the creation of a new barnstorming pro team. He'll also share what's next for the Savannah's favorite summer pastime, the college summer league Bananas. Later in the episode, host Adam Van Brimmer talks with reporter Will Peebles about the Georgia voting process and their Reddit.com AMA - or Ask Me Anything - thread on the topic. Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday on Political Rewind: Biden pulls ahead with a narrow lead as ballot counting continues. The race is still too close to call, and thousands of ballots have yet to been processed. The nation continues to watch Georgia's returns as the state takes on new significance in the race for the White House this year. Our panel breaks down the latest. And, the latest updates show both of Georgia's pair of Senate races are likely to head to January run-offs. Our panelists included: Adam Van Brimmer. editor of Savannah Morning News; Mariela Romero, regional community empowerment director for Univision; Jim Galloway, lead political writer for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution; and Karen Owen, political science professor at the University of West Georgia.

This episode is brought to you by National Office Systems Georgia's top tourism official, Mark Jaronski, joins the Thursday episode of the Commute podcast to discuss travel trends in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. Also, host Adam Van Brimmer previews visits by the Savannah city manager finalists.   Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday on Political Rewind, a crowd of more than 1,000 cheering Republicans crowded together on the south lawn of the White House, President Donald Trump accepted the GOP nomination for president. Meanwhile, Joe Biden and running mate Kamala Harris struck back, saying that the violence and the faltering economy are all taking place on the president's watch. Our panel includes Jim Galloway, lead political writer at The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Dr. Andra Gillespie, political science professor at Emory University, Patricia Murphy, national syndicated columnist and Adam Van Brimmer, editorial page editor at the Savannah Morning News

This episode is brought to you by National Office Systems On the Wednesday episode of The Commute, former Savannah Mayor Edna Jackson joins host Adam Van Brimmer to discuss the recent deaths of two civil rights, John Lewis and C.T. Vivian.  Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on Political Rewind , host Bill Nigut spoke with GPB News' Stephen Fowler, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution 's Tia Mitchell and Adam Van Brimmer of the Savannah Morning News . The phrase ‘Sine Die’ will echo through the halls of the state Capitol soon as the legislature ends the 2020 session. It is the last chance for action on several pieces of legislation, including bills governing tax breaks and elections. Fowler said after months of budget negotiations, the proposed cuts were not as severe as originally outlined, which was around 14%. "It's a strange time to live in to say that a 10% budget cut is not that bad," he said. Another bill coming out of this legislative week addressed hate crimes. Mitchell said the bill was a sign of shifting attitudes toward the social inequities faced by Black Americans. "It's an interesting study of what it took for America, and we are mainly talking about white Americans, to wake up," Mitchell said. Later in the show, Bill and the panel also

Today on Political Rewind, host Bill Nigut spoke with GPB News' Stephen Fowler, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Tia Mitchell and Adam Van Brimmer of the Savannah Morning News. The phrase ‘Sine Die' will echo through the halls of the state Capitol soon as the legislature ends the 2020 session. It is the last chance for action on several pieces of legislation, including bills governing tax breaks and elections.

This episode is brought to you by the Savannah Economic Development Authority From a life of museums and entertainment in the nation's capitol to the bustling squares of Savannah on Festival Saturday, Erika Dongre has found her niche in the Hostess City. Dongre took over the post of executive director of the Savannah Book Festival late last year, but has been around the festival since she moved to the Savannah area and has seen it flourish into a nationally-known event. On this episode, Dongre sits down with host Adam Van Brimmer to discuss growing up in Washington D.C., what led her to Savannah and the book festival, what this year's festival is offering and the process of picking books and bringing in authors that fans of the festival may not have realized. Podcast listeners: Get digital SMN subscription by clicking here for a special offer (9:58): Experience working in D.C. museums (14:37): Joining the Savannah Book Festival team (18:00): Taking over as executive director of the Book Festival Savannah Book Festival announces retirement of executive director (SMN, March 25, 2019) (19:12): 2020 Savannah Book Festival Jami Attenberg’s latest, André Aciman’s ‘Call Me By Your Name’ follow-up among first 2020 Savannah Book Festival announcements (DoSavannah, Oct. 1, 2019) ‘The Joy of Cooking’ duo named closing authors for 2020 Savannah Book Festival (DoSavannah, Dec. 6, 2019) (28:04): How the festival accumulates submissions, selections and picks the line-up (32:28): The author experience in Savannah (36:07): What separates the Savannah Book Festival from similar events (39:56): Future of the festival Make sure to follow The Commute podcast for daily news briefs from Adam.

Adam Van Brimmer Breaks Down Georgia Florida Rivalry

Adam Van Brimmer Breaks Down Georgia Florida Rivalry

This episode of the Do Savannah Podcast features an excerpt from the Difference Makers podcast. It is a bi-weekly podcast hosted by Savannah Morning News opinion editor Adam Van Brimmer and features interviews with community leaders. Listen to the full episode with Zouves here: https://omny.fm/shows/from-the-newsroom-savannah-now/difference-makers-episode-30-savannah-voice-festiv Subscribe to the podcast here. Read more about the 2019 Savannah Voice Festival here.

This episode is brought to you by the Savannah Economic Development Authority The tables have turned. Instead of Adam asking the questions, Visit Savannah president Joe Marinelli returns to the podcast to grill the two minds behind Difference Makers — host Adam Van Brimmer and producer Zach Dennis. From what their goals were with starting podcasts at the Savannah Morning News to where they think they will go, this episode of Difference Makers features Adam and Zach speaking on the origins of the podcast, what they like most about the medium and what the future looks like. Podcast listeners: Get digital SMN subscription by clicking here for a special offer (6:49): Why move forward with podcasts at the newspaper? Georgia Southern Extra Do Savannah Podcast See You in the Morning: Your Daily Headlines from the Savannah Morning News The Commute Somethin' to Tech About (15:37): How effective have the SMN podcasts been so far? (19:52): Podcasts vs. Radio (28:33): How to properly brand your programs (31:40): What is the value of these conversations? (34:53): Future of podcasts The Dan Le Batard Show Serial Against the Rules with Michael Lewis Cinematary Make sure to follow The Commute podcast for daily news briefs from Adam.

The Savannah Morning News' editorial page editor Adam Van Brimmer speaks with the Augusta Chronicle's John Boyette on Tiger Woods and the Masters a month later and whether or not Woods can make a run at this weekend's PGA Championship. Listen to more episodes of The Commute here.

This teaser for the first season of Somethin' to Tech About is part of interview hosts Angie Laplante and Dru Piersol did with The Commute podcast host Adam Van Brimmer. Learn more about Somethin' to Tech About on Facebook and Twitter. Listen to other episodes of The Commute by following it on iTunes, Spotify and Google Podcasts.

This episode is brought to you by Do Savannah and DoSavannah.com The potential brought Rob Hernandez to Savannah and two years later, he still sees the city ready to thrive. Whether that is through a new arena project or a re-configuration of the Civic Center, change is happening in the Hostess City and Hernandez is a major influence on it. On this episode, Hernandez speaks with editorial page editor Adam Van Brimmer about what drew him to public service, his military career, his time in Florida and what he makes of Savannah now compared to when he first took his position as city manager. (7:25): The draw to public service and his military service (13:39): Time working in Broward County, Florida (16:47): How is Savannah now compared to when he first took the job? Savannah council hires Rob Hernandez as city manager for $238,000 (SMN, Sept. 1, 2016) City Manager: Savannah facing funding challenges for 2019 (SMN, July 10, 2018)  (19:49): Arena and canal district plans Savannah moves forward with $11.2 million arena contract (SMN, Sept. 13, 2018) City Talk: New Savannah arena — meeting point or dividing line? (SMN, Oct. 27, 2018) Concepts for new Savannah arena unveiled (SMN, Oct. 30, 2018) (26:44): Why move employees and government out of the city and sell off old buildings? Savannah City Council OKs downtown building sale for hotel (SMN, Aug. 16, 2018) City Talk: Sale of public buildings changing character of Historic District (SMN, Sept. 8, 2018) Savannah has second thoughts on building buyer after we question  his past violations (SMN, Oct. 9, 2018) (29:13): What to make of recent developments with the Civic Center City determing Civic Center's future with help of public survey (SMN, Sept. 30, 2018) CIty Talk: Civic Center future now up to study, debate (SMN, Oct. 6, 2018) (32:51): What to make of the "threatened" status placed on the Historic District National Park Service determines Savannah Historic District 'threatened' (SMN, Aug. 28, 2018) (34:14): His reaction to his experience as Savannah City Manager (37:38): His future in Savannah Savannah's city manager applies for position in Texas (SMN, June 14, 2018) Editorial: City manager at career crossroads (SMN, June 16, 2018) Savannah city manager doesn't get Florida job (SMN, Aug. 16, 2018) Make sure to follow The Commute podcast for daily news briefs from Adam.

This episode of Difference Makers is brought to you by Savannah Buds and Burgers Week. For more information, visit dosavannah.com/dinesavannah. Visit Savannah president Joe Marinelli sits down with Difference Makers host and Savannah Morning News editorial page editor Adam Van Brimmer to discuss how marketing Savannah has changed in the years since he started, how additions to the airport have created a new avenue for visitors and what the next generation of tourists to Savannah are looking for.   (1:48): Visit Savannah (2:08) Working at the Plaza Hotel for Donald Trump (5:56) Visit Savannah's new campaign Anything But Ordinary: Visit Savannah launches new ad campaign (SMN, May 29, 2018) (9:43) Seeing out-of-towners as visitors rather than tourists Joe Marinelli column: Let's call them visitors (SMN, May 23, 2018) (14:48) Emergence of Savannah as a tourist destination Study: More money, more visitors in Savannah during 2017 (SMN, May 12, 2018) (23:07) How Allegiant, other airlines have helped more people get to Savannah Passenger count at Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport continues upward (SMN, May 16, 2018) (28:16) Next generation of visitors to Savannah (29:58) Quality experience for residents compared to visitors   Make sure to follow The Commute podcast for daily news briefs from Adam.

Introducing the Difference Makers podcast. Hosted by Savannah Morning News editorial page editor Adam Van Brimmer, the podcast is a long-form interview show between Van Brimmer and the leaders of Savannah, from arts and culture to commerce and government — these are the people leading the city. Join us this week when we debut the first episode of the podcast, featuring Visit Savannah's Joe Marinelli as he takes us through the latest marketing campaign for the city and how their campaign has had to change with the shifting of demographics reaching the Hostess City. Find the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts, and on SavannahNow.com.