Podcast appearances and mentions of Arthur Blank

Top Stories for January 17th Publish Date: January 17th PRE-ROLL: Kia Mall of Georgia From the BG AD Group Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. Today is Saturday, January 17th and Happy Birthday to James Earle Jones I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by Gwinnett KIA Mall of Georgia. Gwinnett commission accused of deliberately skipping GOP member for vice chair Kemp proposes money for Highway 316 projects, fighting homelessness GCPS receives grant from the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation All of this and more is coming up on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen daily and subscribe! Break 1: EAGLE THEATRE STORY 1: Gwinnett commission accused of deliberately skipping GOP member for vice chair Drama is brewing in Gwinnett County politics, and it’s all about the vice chairman seat on the county commission. Republicans are accusing the Democratic majority of intentionally skipping over the board’s lone Republican, District 4 Commissioner Matthew Holtkamp, for the ceremonial role. For years, the vice chair position rotated among district commissioners—until it didn’t. Holtkamp, now in his fourth year, has never been chosen. Instead, the board voted 4-1 to name Democrat Ben Ku as vice chair, sparking claims of “partisan gamesmanship.” Holtkamp, for his part, kept it diplomatic: “I was disappointed but respect the process.” Others? Not so much. Republicans are calling it a blatant snub. Democrat Kirkland Carden didn’t mince words, saying Holtkamp’s “partisan antics” cost him the role. But Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson downplayed the drama, calling the vote a routine decision. And so, the debate rages on. STORY 2: Kemp proposes money for Highway 316 projects, fighting homelessness Gov. Brian Kemp has big plans for Georgia this year—think highways and homelessness. At the Georgia Chamber’s Eggs and Issues Breakfast, he laid out his priorities, and for Gwinnett residents, one stands out: $200 million to keep transforming State Route 316 into a limited-access highway. “Growth along 316 is incredible,” Kemp said. “We need a safe, efficient expressway.” Work’s already underway at Hi Hope Road, with more interchanges and overpasses coming. But that’s not all. Kemp’s also pushing $1.8 billion for permanent express lanes on I-75 in Henry County to ease its infamous traffic jams. And homelessness? He’s proposing $50 million for grants to fund shelters, outreach, and mental health services. Big moves, big money—Kemp’s aiming to leave a mark. STORY 3: GCPS receives grant from the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation Gwinnett County Public Schools just scored big—literally. Thanks to a $6.3 million grant from the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation (with help from Atlanta United, the Falcons, and PGA TOUR Superstore), middle and high school sports are getting a major boost. What’s the plan? For starters, GCPS will add field lighting at six athletic fields, meaning weekday soccer games—no more cramming everything into Saturdays. Better lighting also means safer, more flexible practices and games. The grant will also fund girls’ flag football at 14 middle schools by 2026 and help cover costs for boys’ and girls’ soccer programs, especially in underserved areas. The Blank Foundation, founded by Home Depot co-founder Arthur Blank, has donated over $1.5 billion to causes that unite and uplift communities. This grant? Just another example of that mission in action. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info. We’ll be right back Break 2: Ingles MarketsSTORY 4: Fox Theatre delivers chart-topping year The Fox Theatre had a banner year in 2025, racking up awards and accolades that cement its place as one of the most beloved venues in the country. From ticket sales to community impact, the recognition poured in. The biggest win? Being crowned IEBA’s 2025 Theatre of the Year—an honor that highlights excellence in programming, operations, and artist relations. “This reflects the strength of our team, the artists who grace our stage, and the audiences who keep showing up,” said CEO Allan Vella. The Fox also dominated year-end charts: No. 2 Highest Grossing Venue Worldwide (Billboard), No. 1 in ticket sales for its size (VenuesNow), and No. 6 globally for ticket sales (Pollstar). Locally, it snagged “Best of Atlanta” honors and a Reader’s Choice Award from the Atlanta Jewish Times. Even the leadership shined—Vella made Atlanta Magazine’s “Atlanta 100” and Billboard’s Touring Power Players list, while team members Rachel Bomeli and Faustina Brooks earned industry awards. The Fox isn’t just a theatre; it’s a cultural powerhouse. STORY 5: Johnson-Morgan named school board chair, Simmons is vice chair Gwinnett County’s school board is shuffling its leadership roles for 2026, but keeping familiar faces at the helm. Tarece Johnson-Morgan, last year’s vice chair, is stepping up as chairwoman, while Adrienne Simmons, who served as chair in 2025, will now take on the vice chair role. Both votes? Unanimous. Not everyone was thrilled, though. Board member Steve Knudsen voiced frustration that Steve Gasper or Rachel Stone weren’t considered for vice chair—but, notably, he didn’t nominate them during the vote. In other business, the board kept its attorney and legal organ the same, readopted policies, and adjusted a few meeting dates for the year. We’ll be right back. Break 3: GCPL Passport STORY 6: Georgia Democratic lawmakers try to rein in ICE Georgia Senate Democrats took aim at the Trump administration Tuesday, introducing a flurry of bills targeting immigration enforcement and military deployments. They didn’t hold back, calling Trump’s administration a “rogue regime” and demanding state Republicans step up. One flashpoint? ICE. After an officer fatally shot Renee Good in Minneapolis last week, Sen. Josh McLaurin accused ICE of escalating violence. “We’ve all seen the video,” he said. “This isn’t what they’re trained to do.” McLaurin’s bill would let citizens sue ICE for civil rights violations. Other proposals include requiring judicial warrants for enforcement at sensitive locations (like schools and hospitals), mandating badges and unmasking ICE officers, and limiting National Guard deployments without the governor’s approval. Sen. Kim Jackson didn’t mince words: “If Georgia State Patrol can show their faces, so can ICE. It’s cowardice.” But Republicans, like Majority Leader Jason Anavitarte, dismissed the effort, saying, “The state can’t regulate the federal government.” STORY 7: Georgia GOP senators target Raffensperger over voter registration lists Georgia Republicans are turning up the heat on Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger, demanding he hand over the state’s unredacted voter registration list to the Trump administration. But Raffensperger? He’s not budging. State law, he says, protects private voter info—Social Security numbers, birthdates, driver’s licenses. Sharing that? Not happening. The DOJ, meanwhile, has been pushing all 50 states for voter lists, claiming it’s about accuracy. They even sued Georgia last month. The resolution, led by Lt. Gov. Burt Jones’ allies, accuses Raffensperger of “obstruction.” But it’s mostly symbolic—no legal teeth. Raffensperger’s office fired back, saying they’ve already complied as far as the law allows. “He won’t risk identity theft for millions of voters,” the statement read. The DOJ’s lawsuit heads to federal court in Macon soon. Stay tuned. We’ll have closing comments after this Break 4: Sugar Hill Ice Skating Rink Signoff – Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger podcast, the Marietta Daily Journal, or the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties. Read more about all our stories and get other great content at www.gwinnettdailypost.com Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Giving you important news about our community and telling great stories are what we do. Make sure you join us for our next episode and be sure to share this podcast on social media with your friends and family. 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===== MDJ Script/ Top Stories for January 16th Publish Date:  January 16th    Commercial: From the BG AD Group Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast.    Today is Friday, January 16th and Happy Birthday to Albert Pujols I’m Keith Ippolito and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Times Journal 50th Annual Kennesaw/Big Shanty Festival Community holds out hope for Ted's Montana Grill on Marietta Square Cobb advances 2028 SPLOST, sets community meetings Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on raw milk All of this and more is coming up on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe!  BREAK: INGLES 6 STORY 1: 50th Annual Kennesaw/Big Shanty Festival  Mark your calendars—April 18 and 19 is the 50th Annual Kennesaw/Big Shanty Festival, brought to you by Superior Plumbing. It’s all happening in downtown Kennesaw, with hours from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. What’s in store? Over 250 arts and crafts booths, fair food galore, a beer garden, kids’ activities, and live acoustic music in the food court all weekend. Don’t miss the Georgia Grown Member Village, showcasing local goods from across the state. Scott Thompson of Brother Mojo will play at the 1885 Grill food court, while the United Bankshares Amphitheater and Main Street’s entertainment stage will feature local dance groups, school choirs, and more. Admission’s free, and parking’s available at Adams Park, Kennesaw First Baptist, and Swift-Cantrell Park, with shuttles running from Swift-Cantrell. Questions? Call 770-423-1330 or email missy@jrmmanagement.com. STORY 2: Community holds out hope for Ted's Montana Grill on Marietta Square  So, Ted’s Montana Grill is out. The long-vacant lot at 77 North Park Square stays empty, and the bison burgers? Not happening—at least for now. CEO George McKerrow, a Cobb local, said the decision came after a wave of public backlash. “In 50 years in this business, I’ve never seen this kind of vitriol,” he said. But here’s the twist: the tide on social media had actually shifted. By the time Ted’s pulled out, most comments were supportive. Even Mayor Steve “Thunder” Tumlin invited McKerrow to walk the Square and reconsider. The lot’s been an eyesore since 2010, and Councilman Johnny Walker, who’s been pushing for something—anything—to fill the space, is frustrated. “If Ted’s doesn’t come back, it could be years before anyone else steps up,” he said. The $5 million project was ready to go: a 4,311-square-foot building designed to match the Square’s historic charm. But now? It’s back to square one. STORY 3: Cobb advances 2028 SPLOST, sets community meetings  Cobb County’s 2028 SPLOST plan is officially in motion. On Tuesday, commissioners gave a unanimous thumbs-up to a preliminary list of projects, kicking off months of public input. What’s on the table? Everything from new fire stations and libraries to pedestrian safety upgrades and a $30 million aquatic center. The total? A hefty $790 million. Chair Lisa Cupid called it a balancing act: “Every dollar has a constituency. We need projects that move the county forward but also maintain the basics—roads, public safety, services.” Nine community meetings are set through March, giving residents a chance to weigh in before the final vote in April. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.799.6810 for more info.  We’ll be right back. Break: INGLES 6 STORY 4: Addison Elementary School principal charged with DUI  Addison Elementary Principal Jill Spiva was arrested Thursday for DUI after a crash near the school, according to Cobb County Police. The wreck happened around 4:45 p.m. at Ebenezer and Sandy Plains roads, just minutes from Addison. Officers said Spiva appeared intoxicated and was at fault for the crash. A half-empty bottle of Smirnoff vodka was reportedly found in her car, per WSB-TV. Spiva refused sobriety and blood tests, prompting a judge to issue a warrant for a blood draw. She’s facing charges of DUI, open container, and failure to maintain lane. The district acknowledged the incident but declined to comment on her status. STORY 5: Mount Paran Christian enter apparel agreement with Nike and BSN Sports Mount Paran Christian School just announced a big win for its athletics program—a multi-year partnership with Nike and BSN SPORTS. Translation? Top-tier gear and branded apparel for student-athletes, coaches, and the entire MPC sports community. Nike will now be the official provider of athletic apparel and equipment, while BSN SPORTS steps in as the school’s brand distributor. “This partnership is huge,” said Athletic Director Mike Walker. “It’s about giving our athletes the best—gear that matches their heart and hustle.” The deal also lowers costs for families, sharpens team branding, and fuels MPC’s mission to compete at a championship level. FALCONS: The Atlanta Falcons officially introduced Matt Ryan as their new president of football on Tuesday, and honestly, it feels like a full-circle moment. At the press conference in Flowery Branch, Ryan—who spent 14 seasons as the face of the franchise—spoke about his “unfinished business” with the team. “Since I was drafted, my mission’s been the same: help this organization win championships. We came close, had some success, but I believe we’ll get there,” he said. After retiring and working as a CBS Sports analyst, Ryan said he wasn’t looking for a new job—unless it was with the Falcons. Now, he’ll report directly to owner Arthur Blank, focusing on hiring a head coach and GM who share a unified vision. I'm Keith Ippolito and that’s your MDJ Sports Minute. And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on raw milk We’ll have closing comments after this. Break: INGLES 6 Signoff-   Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Marietta Daily Journal Podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast, the Marietta Daily Journal, or the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties. Read more about all our stories and get other great content at mdjonline.com Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Giving you important news about our community and telling great stories are what we do. 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Top Stories for January 15th Publish Date: January 15th From the BG AD Group Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. Today is Thursday, January 15th and Happy birthday to Martin Luther King Jr. I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by KIA Mall of Georgia. Dinosaur World Live returns to Gwinnett's Gas South Theater Gwinnett service organizations look to Families First model to better help others Ethics board dismisses complaint over Holtkamp's transit videos Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on raw milk All of this and more is coming up on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen daily and subscribe! Break 1: Sugar Hill Ice Skating Rink STORY 1: Dinosaur World Live returns to Gwinnett's Gas South Theater Dinosaur World Live is back—bigger, bolder, and fresh off its 2024 Olivier Award win for Best Family Entertainment. And guess what? It’s stomping into Gas South Theater on Feb. 7 for two shows. This isn’t your average dino show. Think jaw-dropping puppetry, life-sized dinosaurs so real you’ll swear they’re breathing, and a lineup that includes the mighty T. Rex, Triceratops, and more. The story? Miranda, daughter of paleontologists, grew up on a remote island surrounded by dinosaurs. Now, she’s bringing her prehistoric pals to meet you—just don’t get too close. Some of them bite. Tickets at GasSouthDistrict.com. STORY 2: Gwinnett service organizations look to Families First model to better help others LaShawna Edwards has always been a giver. It’s in her DNA. Helping others was just what her family did. So when life flipped the script and she found herself needing help? That was hard. “We’ve always been the ones giving,” she said. “To be on the other side of it? It’s rough.” Edwards, 50, had been juggling two jobs, raising her teenage sister, and caring for her mom, whose health was failing. Then came the rent hike—73%—and suddenly, they were living out of their car. What came next was Families First, a nonprofit that doesn’t just help—it acts. Edwards calls her caseworker, Angela Wylie, her “angel.” Wylie helped her find housing, food, and job resources. Edwards is still in a hotel, still searching for stability, but she’s hopeful. STORY 3: Ethics board dismisses complaint over Holtkamp's transit videos Gwinnett County Commissioner Matthew Holtkamp got some relief Tuesday when an ethics panel ruled he didn’t violate county rules by filming a video on a Ride Gwinnett bus urging voters to reject the 2024 T-SPLOST referendum. “I’ve been completely vindicated,” Holtkamp said. “This had no merit, and it’s unfortunate we had to waste resources on it.” The complaint, filed by a resident in Holtkamp’s district, claimed he improperly used county property for personal advocacy. But Holtkamp argued he paid his bus fare and had a friend—not county staff—film the video. The ethics board agreed, saying his actions didn’t break the rules. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info. We’ll be right back Break 2: Kia Mall of Georgia - GCPL Passport STORY 4: Gwinnett County, Lawrenceville get federal funds for water and police projects Gwinnett County and Lawrenceville just scored over $2 million in federal funding for water upgrades and public safety improvements. U.S. Rep. David Scott announced the approval, with $1.09 million earmarked for Snellville’s water infrastructure—upgrading a booster station’s electrical system and adding backup power—and $1.03 million heading to the Lawrenceville Police Department. The police funds? They’ll cover new patrol cars, trauma kits, breaching tools, and other gear to boost safety for both officers and the public. “This $2.12 million investment will make a real difference,” Scott said. “Better water, safer streets—I’m proud to deliver for Gwinnett.” STORY 5: Dacula Boys Basketball Seizes Region Lead with Victory at Central Gwinnett Dacula’s boys basketball team just keeps rolling. With a nail-biting 60-57 win over Central Gwinnett on Tuesday, the Falcons snagged first place in Region 8-AAAAAA and stretched their win streak to 11 games. Now sitting at 16-1 overall and 5-0 in the region, Dacula handed Central its first region loss, dropping them to 5-1. Case Presley led the charge with 21 points, eight boards, and three assists. Josh Brown notched a double-double (10 points, 10 rebounds), while Kenny LaRue chipped in 10 points and some clutch playmaking. George Fajemirokun added six points and steady contributions all around. FALCONS: The Atlanta Falcons officially introduced Matt Ryan as their new president of football on Tuesday, and honestly, it feels like a full-circle moment. At the press conference in Flowery Branch, Ryan—who spent 14 seasons as the face of the franchise—spoke about his “unfinished business” with the team. “Since I was drafted, my mission’s been the same: help this organization win championships. We came close, had some success, but I believe we’ll get there,” he said. After retiring and working as a CBS Sports analyst, Ryan said he wasn’t looking for a new job—unless it was with the Falcons. Now, he’ll report directly to owner Arthur Blank, focusing on hiring a head coach and GM who share a unified vision. We’ll be right back. Break 3: EAGLE THEATRE And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on raw milk We’ll have closing comments after this Break 5: Ingles Markets Signoff – Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast, the Marietta Daily Journal, or the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties. Read more about all our stories and get other great content at www.gwinnettdailypost.com Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Giving you important news about our community and telling great stories are what we do. Make sure you join us for our next episode and be sure to share this podcast on social media with your friends and family. Add us to your Alexa Flash Briefing or your Google Home Briefing and be sure to like, follow, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. 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CTL Script/ Top Stories of January 16th Publish Date: January 16th   Pre-Roll: From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Award-Winning Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast  Today is Friday, January 16th and Happy Birthday to Albert Pujols I’m Chris Culwell and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Times Journal Woodstock elected officials sworn in to serve new terms Kemp to build roads, bridges during final year as Georgia governor Canton man charged in Christmas shopping center fire Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on raw milk We’ll have all this and more coming up on the Cherokee Tribune-Ledger Podcast, and if you’re looking for Community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe!  Commercial: INGLES 1 STORY 1: Woodstock elected officials sworn in to serve new terms Woodstock kicked off the week with a swearing-in ceremony on Monday, welcoming back familiar faces and appointing new ones to key boards. Municipal Court Judge Robert Tidwell swore in Mayor Michael Caldwell and Council Members Warren Johnson (Ward 1), Colin Ake (Ward 3), and Brian Wolfe (Ward 5)—all re-elected in November. Caldwell also administered oaths to Lisa Morton, Spencer Nix, and Melissa Madigan for the Downtown Development Authority, and Rob Hogan, Ali Najafi, and Chase Roth for the Planning Commission. “Public trust is no small thing,” Caldwell said. “Congratulations to everyone stepping up to serve.” The council also made appointments to the Ethics Board and Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. STORY 2: Kemp to build roads, bridges during final year as Georgia governor Gov. Brian Kemp isn’t coasting through his final year in office. Nope, he’s dropping over $2 billion into highway upgrades south and east of Atlanta—part of a $6 billion infrastructure push during his tenure. Speaking at the Georgia Chamber’s Eggs and Issues event Wednesday, Kemp credited “conservative budgeting” for making it all possible. “While some politicians just talk about affordability,” he said, “we’re actually doing something.” Big-ticket items? $1.8 billion for express lanes on I-75 in Henry County, $200 million to overhaul Georgia 316, and $250 million for local road grants. Oh, and $50 million to tackle homelessness ahead of the World Cup. Meanwhile, Lt. Gov. Burt Jones and House Speaker Jon Burns are laser-focused on taxes—property, income, you name it. Burns even floated eliminating homestead property taxes statewide. It’s a busy year for Georgia politics, to say the least. STORY 3: Canton man charged in Christmas shopping center fire  A Canton teenager is facing serious charges after allegedly setting fire to a vacant shopping center on Christmas Day. Firefighters were called to the Canton Village shopping center on Marietta Road around 3:15 p.m., finding smoke pouring from the roof and flames inside. Crews worked quickly—hoses out, building searched—but thankfully, no one was inside, and no injuries were reported. After an investigation involving fire officials, Canton Police, and the Cherokee Sheriff’s Office, 19-year-old Blake Louis Bishop was arrested Tuesday. He’s charged with first-degree arson, second-degree criminal damage, and loitering. The city-owned shopping center, set for demolition, required 30 firefighters and hours to fully extinguish the blaze. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info.    We’ll be right back. Break: INGLES 2 STORY 4: Morales breaks record, Gold returns for New Years Kickoff meet At the New Year’s Kickoff swim meet, held Jan. 9-11 at UGA’s Ramsey Center, Mila Morales of Chattahoochee Gold shattered a 19-year-old club record in the girls’ 8U 50-yard freestyle. Her time? A blazing 30.95 seconds, dethroning Lauren Case’s long-standing mark. The meet wasn’t scored—more of a post-holiday tune-up—but Chattahoochee Gold swimmers still made waves. Ava Gana stole the show with five wins, including the 12U 400 IM (4:56.31) and 200 backstroke (2:20.22). Meanwhile, Ella Malave snagged gold in the 13+ 100 breaststroke (1:05.96), and Bryston Burks dropped six seconds to win the 12U 200 breaststroke (2:48.08). Plenty of top-10 finishes, too—this team’s on fire. FALCONS: The Atlanta Falcons officially introduced Matt Ryan as their new president of football on Tuesday, and honestly, it feels like a full-circle moment. At the press conference in Flowery Branch, Ryan—who spent 14 seasons as the face of the franchise—spoke about his “unfinished business” with the team. “Since I was drafted, my mission’s been the same: help this organization win championships. We came close, had some success, but I believe we’ll get there,” he said. After retiring and working as a CBS Sports analyst, Ryan said he wasn’t looking for a new job—unless it was with the Falcons. Now, he’ll report directly to owner Arthur Blank, focusing on hiring a head coach and GM who share a unified vision. STORY 5: Georgia GOP senators target Raffensperger over voter registration lists  A group of Georgia Republican senators is pressuring Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger to hand over the state’s unredacted voter registration list to the Trump administration—a move Raffensperger flatly opposes. His reasoning? State law. Sharing private voter details like Social Security numbers, birthdates, and driver’s license info is a no-go, he says. The DOJ, meanwhile, has been requesting voter lists from all 50 states, claiming it’s about ensuring accuracy. They even sued Georgia last month over the issue. The Senate resolution, led by Lt. Gov. Burt Jones’ allies, is mostly symbolic. But it accuses Raffensperger of “obstruction” for only providing a public version of the list. Raffensperger’s office fired back, saying he’s already complied as far as state law allows. “He won’t break the law or risk voters’ private information,” his office said. The DOJ’s lawsuit heads to federal court in Macon later this month. And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on raw milk Commercial: We’ll have closing comments after this.   COMMERCIAL: INGLES 3   SIGN OFF –   Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast, the Marietta Daily Journal, or the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties. Read more about all our stories and get other great content at www.tribuneledgernews.com Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Giving you important news about our community and telling great stories are what we do. Make sure you join us for our next episode and be sure to share this podcast on social media with your friends and family. Add us to your Alexa Flash Briefing or your Google Home Briefing and be sure to like, follow, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Produced by the BG Podcast Network Show Sponsors: www.ingles-markets.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2 O'clock Hour :00 - Carl and Mike open the show with their reaction to reports of John Harbaugh agreeing to become the Giants next head coach and share their thoughts on how the move may impact the Falcons head coach search if Harbaugh was their primary candidate. As they discuss, they agree at this point, regardless of the candidates the Falcons have interviewed and plan to interview, they "have to get the hire right" in order to shake the perception they always "play second fiddle". :20 – Carl and Mike are joined by Marc Raimondi as they discuss the latest on the Falcons head coach and general manager search. :40 – Carl and Mike get back to Falcons talk and discuss comments from Marc Raimondi during their conversation with him in which he stated he leaned towards the team likely not going to hire John Harbaugh after hearing Arthur Blank say the vision for the franchise would be coming from Matt Ryan. As they discuss, Carl believes Harbaugh would still have been able to set the culture despite the vision coming from Matt Ryan if that is the case.

Carl and Mike get back to Falcons talk and discuss comments from Marc Raimondi during their conversation with him in which he stated he leaned towards the team likely not going to hire John Harbaugh after hearing Arthur Blank say the vision for the franchise would be coming from Matt Ryan. As they discuss, Carl believes Harbaugh would still have been able to set the culture despite the vision coming from Matt Ryan if that is the case.

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Nick Cellini and Chris Dimino talk everything Atlanta Sports, the National Sports picture and the current (and WAY back when) in pop culture! Get the latest and your fill of Atlanta Braves, Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks daily from two "Southern" Yankees daily Mon-Fri from 10a-2p! The 10 o'clock hour is brought to you by UROLOGY OF GREATER ATLANTA. Our team of top-rated Urologists offers treatment options that have helped men & women throughout Metro Atlanta! Visit us online today at UGATL.com Matt Ryan speaks and you need to listen! Stinch checks in with his pick on the Natty Has Curt Cignetti surpassed Kirby Smart? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

3 O'clock Hour :00 – Carl and Mike are joined by Bryant McFadden as they discuss Mike Tomlin stepping down as the Steelers head coach and why the Falcons should waste no time reaching out to the Super Bowl winning coach. :20 – Carl and Mike continue with thoughts on Matt Ryan's introductory press conference and discuss how Ryan and Arthur Blank stated the new head coach and GM will be empowered to do their job. As their conversation continues, they discuss Ryan's comments in regards to what he will be looking for in regards to the HC position and noted that he believes the person does not have to be an offensive minded person. :40 – Carl and Mike get back into Falcons talk as they continue to share thoughts on Matt Ryan's press conference as he addressed how will handle his role as president in regards to decision making done by the eventual head coach and GM.

Carl and Mike open up the show with Falcons talk as they share their thoughts on Matt Ryan's introductory press conference in which Mike notes he gets the impression while Ryan will lead the hiring of the head coach and general manager and Arthur Blank will have final say say, however Carl believes Ryan will be the decision maker in regards to the hiring of the head coach and GM. They then react to breaking news of Mike Tomlin announcing he is stepping down from coaching the Steelers.

Carl and Mike come back with more football talk as they continue to react to breaking news of Mike Tomlin stepping down and agree all teams should reach out to the Super Bowl winning coach. They then get back to Falcons talk and debate if Arthur Blank is still going to have final say in the hiring of the GM and head coach due to Matt Ryan saying he will make the final decision with Blank's approval.

Carl and Mike continue with more thoughts on Mike Tomlin stepping down as the Steelers head coach and discuss whether or not he would sit out or look to get back into coaching next season or sit out before returning if he indeed wants to coach. They then get back to Falcons talk and continue to discuss whether or not Matt Ryan will have the final say in hiring of the head coach and GM due to him saying with Arthur Blank's approval.

Carl and Mike continue with thoughts on Matt Ryan's introductory press conference and discuss how Ryan and Arthur Blank stated the new head coach and GM will be empowered to do their job. As their conversation continues, they discuss Ryan's comments in regards to what he will be looking for in regards to the HC position and noted that he believes the person does not have to be an offensive minded person.

Carl and Mike continue with their thoughts on Matt Ryan and some of his answers from his press conference

5 O'clock Hour :00 – Carl and Mike continue their conversation on Matt Ryan following his press conference from earlier today and share thoughts on how much authority Ryan will have in decision making and agree in hoping Ryan will be able to make final decisions without Arthur Blank having to be involved. :20 – Carl and Mike get into some football talk as they react to the Texans win over the Steelers Monday night and react to Aaron Rogers' comments in regards to talk of Matt LaFleur and Mike Tomlin being on the hot seat with their respective organizations, which Tomlin announced he was stepping down ono Tuesday. :40 – Carl and Mike close out the show with final thoughts on the Falcons and their coaching search in share thoughts on Bryant McFadden's comments in regards to believing the Falcons need to reach out to Mike Tomlin for their HC vacancy

Carl and Mike continue their conversation on Matt Ryan following his press conference from earlier today and share thoughts on how much authority Ryan will have in decision making and agree in hoping Ryan will be able to make final decisions without Arthur Blank having to be involved.

2 O'clock Hour :00 - Carl and Mike open up the show with Falcons talk as they share their thoughts on Matt Ryan's introductory press conference in which Mike notes he gets the impression while Ryan will lead the hiring of the head coach and general manager and Arthur Blank will have final say say, however Carl believes Ryan will be the decision maker in regards to the hiring of the head coach and GM. They then react to breaking news of Mike Tomlin announcing he is stepping down from coaching the Steelers. :20 – Carl and Mike come back with more football talk as they continue to react to breaking news of Mike Tomlin stepping down and agree all teams should reach out to the Super Bowl winning coach. They then get back to Falcons talk and debate if Arthur Blank is still going to have final say in the hiring of the GM and head coach due to Matt Ryan saying he will make the final decision with Blank's approval. :40 – Carl and Mike continue with more thoughts on Mike Tomlin stepping down as the Steelers head coach and discuss whether or not he would sit out or look to get back into coaching next season or sit out before returning if he indeed wants to coach. They then get back to Falcons talk and continue to discuss whether or not Matt Ryan will have the final say in hiring of the head coach and GM due to him saying with Arthur Blank's approval.

Nick Cellini and Chris Dimino talk everything Atlanta Sports, the National Sports picture and the current (and WAY back when) in pop culture! Get the latest and your fill of Atlanta Braves, Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks daily from two "Southern" Yankees daily Mon-Fri from 10a-2p! The 11 o'clock hour is brought to you by TRAJAN WEALTH; Planning for tomorrow starts today. Visit Trajan Wealth dot com to learn more about retirement and state planning Matt Ryan said what? Drive Around The Sports World RedZone Hawks without Trae - Onsi Saleh See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Cellini and Chris Dimino talk everything Atlanta Sports, the National Sports picture and the current (and WAY back when) in pop culture! Get the latest and your fill of Atlanta Braves, Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks daily from two "Southern" Yankees daily Mon-Fri from 10a-2p! The 12 o'clock hour is brought to you by SCANA Energy, the Official Natural Gas Partner of Georgia Tech. All the sights & sounds from the Matt Ryan presser On Campus - future playoff scenarios See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hometeam was in Flowery Branch as Matty Ice was introduced officially as the President of Football. Brandon fills us in on the sights & sounds. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck & Chernoff continued to talk about the Falcons Press Conference ealier today with Matt Ryan and Arthur Blank. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Atlanta Falcons are entering a brand-new era — and Buck Belue breaks it all down on this episode of Buck’s Beat. With Matt Ryan officially hired as the Falcons’ President of Football, the organizational structure in Atlanta has changed dramatically. The general manager and head coach will now report directly to Ryan, creating a three-person leadership model alongside owner Arthur Blank and the consulting firm assisting the search. In this episode, Buck explains: Why Matt Ryan is the right choice to lead the football operation How the Falcons’ GM search is likely unfolding behind the scenes Which executive candidates make the most sense for the general manager role Why former Ravens coach John Harbaugh is not a fit for Atlanta And why Seahawks offensive coordinator Clint Kubiak is the best head coaching fit for the Falcons Buck details why Kubiak’s offensive philosophy, background in the Shanahan coaching tree, and experience with outside-zone and play-action concepts make him an ideal match for Atlanta’s current roster — including Bijan Robinson and Michael Penix Jr. He also explains why Kubiak’s rookie-head-coach status could be a positive, not a negative, for the Falcons at this stage of the rebuild. The episode also explores: The competition for top head coaching candidates around the league Why Atlanta may be a more appealing destination than Baltimore, Las Vegas, Phoenix, or New York The importance of pairing the next head coach with a veteran, cap-savvy general manager And how this new structure gives the Falcons a real chance to reset and build toward long-term success It’s a full breakdown of where the Falcons are now, where they’re headed next, and what this new Matt Ryan-led era could look like moving forward. Chapters 00:00 – Welcome & Falcons hire Matt Ryan 01:55 – New leadership structure explained 02:45 – GM candidates and interview process 04:00 – Why John Harbaugh is not a fit 06:45 – Why Clint Kubiak is the best fit 08:30 – Offensive scheme fit (Bijan & Penix) 10:30 – Kubiak vs other job openings 12:00 – Why Atlanta is appealing for Kubiak 14:00 – Building the new Falcons leadership trio 15:10 – Final thoughts #Falcons #AtlantaFalcons #MattRyan #KlintKubiak #BuckBelue #BucksBeat #NFL #NFLNews #NFLCoachingSearch #FalconsHC #FalconsGM #ArthurBlank #MichaelPenixJr #BijanRobinson #DrakeLondon #DirtyBirds #RiseUp #ShanahanTree #WestCoastOffense #NFLFrontOffice #NFLPodcast #AtlantaSports #SportsTalk #680TheFan #FalconsNationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Cellini and Chris Dimino talk everything Atlanta Sports, the National Sports picture and the current (and WAY back when) in pop culture! Get the latest and your fill of Atlanta Braves, Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks daily from two "Southern" Yankees daily Mon-Fri from 10a-2p! The 12 o'clock hour is brought to you by SCANA Energy, the Official Natural Gas Partner of Georgia Tech. Falcons fans rejoice...Matty Ice is back! RedZone - What a Wild Card weekend! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac spend some time with former Atlanta Falcons quarterback, and now analyst for the Atlanta Falcons Radio Network Dave Archer! Ali, Mike, Beau, and Dave discuss if Matt Ryan being named the Falcons President of Football, if Dave thinks Matt's name plate for his new office at their Flowery Branch facility is already ready, the first question Dave would ask the General Manager and Head Coaching candidates if he was Matt Ryan conducting those interviews, Matt needing to find out what the vision of the General Manager and the Head Coaching candidates are for the Falcons to see if they match Matt's vision, if there's any world that Matt Ryan ends up being the Falcons President of Football and the General Manager, if Dave thinks there's a head coaching candidate that would be a better fit for the Falcons than the others, how Dave thinks the conversation of Matt Ryan potentially becoming the President of Football came up and started between Arthur Blank and Matt, how a quarterback trusts a wide receiver like AJ Brown who has publicly expressed his frustrations about not getting the ball enough, but then drops the ball when he you put him up to bat, and Dave talking about how he loved what Matt Ryan said when he talked about what it meant to be a Falcon when he spoke to the team before the season started.

HR3 - There's a world where Matt Ryan is Falcons President of Football & GM In hour three Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac let listeners call in and give their take on the Atlanta Falcons naming former NFL MVP, Pro-Bowler, and Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan as their President of Football, and the success the Atlanta Hawks have been having since trading Trae Young in the Wake Up Call! Then, Mike, Beau, and Ali spend some time with former Atlanta Falcons quarterback, and now analyst for the Atlanta Falcons Radio Network Dave Archer! Ali, Mike, Beau, and Dave discuss if Matt Ryan being named the Falcons President of Football, if Dave thinks Matt's name plate for his new office at their Flowery Branch facility is already ready, the first question Dave would ask the General Manager and Head Coaching candidates if he was Matt Ryan conducting those interviews, Matt needing to find out what the vision of the General Manager and the Head Coaching candidates are for the Falcons to see if they match Matt's vision, if there's any world that Matt Ryan ends up being the Falcons President of Football and the General Manager, if Dave thinks there's a head coaching candidate that would be a better fit for the Falcons than the others, how Dave thinks the conversation of Matt Ryan potentially becoming the President of Football came up and started between Arthur Blank and Matt, how a quarterback trusts a wide receiver like AJ Brown who has publicly expressed his frustrations about not getting the ball enough, but then drops the ball when he you put him up to bat, and Dave talking about how he loved what Matt Ryan said when he talked about what it meant to be a Falcon when he spoke to the team before the season started. The Morning Shift crew also previews the final game of this year's Wild Card round of the NFL Playoffs that's happening tonight between the Houston Texans and the Pittsburgh Steelers in Pittsburgh, explain why they think the Texans must prove they're good enough to win games where they have to rely on their offense and not their defense, and then close out hour three by diving into the life of Beau Morgan in The Life of Squid!

During the 4pm hour of today's show Chuck & Chernoff talked about Arthur Blank, the Falcons coaching staff, John Harbaugh, the Seahawks, NFL playoffs, the College Football Playoffs and their ticket prices, Indiana Football, Miami Football and the fact that the lack of direction for the Falcons was so obvious the last few years. Later in the hour the Chuck talked about FSU during today's CFT. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hear "The Buck Belue Show" every weeknight from 6-8pm on 680 The Fan ad 93.7 FM, the 680 The Fan App available on Apple and Android, with your Smart Speaker by saying Alexa or wherever you get and listen to your favorite podcast! Get the latest on Georgia sports, newsmakers, and more! Buck’s Big Take – Arthur Blank presser What’s Poppin’ - Tre Young Traded Jake Wimberly from ESPN 105.9 in Jackson Bulldog Beat – WR get in the portal Falcons – More from Arthur Blank See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Cellini and Chris Dimino talk everything Atlanta Sports, the National Sports picture and the current (and WAY back when) in pop culture! Get the latest and your fill of Atlanta Braves, Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks daily from two "Southern" Yankees daily Mon-Fri from 10a-2p! The 10 o'clock hour is brought to you by UROLOGY OF GREATER ATLANTA. Our team of top-rated Urologists offers treatment options that have helped men & women throughout Metro Atlanta! Visit us online today at UGATL.com The Hurricanes win a classic and are headed to the title game More fallout from Arthur Blank's presser yesterday Braves with TV issues See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac let you hear Atlanta Falcons Owner Arthur Blank talk about how the team was too good not to make the playoffs this year, how he believes Michael Penix Jr. is the Falcons' franchise quarterback, and that the doctors feel great about his recovery. Mike, Beau, and Ali also react to what Mr. Blank had to say, and explain why they think Mr. Blank saying he believes in Michael Penix Jr. isn't the same as saying he will be the Falcons starting quarterback next season.

Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac spend some time with Atlanta Falcons beat writer for The Athletic Josh Kendall! Ali, Mike, Beau, and Josh discuss what letter grade Josh would give Arthur Blank's press conference yesterday, where Josh thinks Sportsology's health check report saying the franchise had a lack of clarity came from and stemmed from, if Josh thinks Arthur Blank saying the team is hiring a President of Football and not a President of Football Operations makes former Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan a better candidate and more qualified for the job, how Josh feels about Arthur Blank saying he hopes the Falcons new Head Coach will consider keeping Jeff Ulbrich as the team's Defensive Coordinator, who Josh thinks the Falcons should hire to be their next head coach, if Josh thinks the Falcons next General Manager is already in the Falcons building, if Josh thinks the Falcons next General Manager could be the Falcons current Assistant General Manager Kyle Smith, how much Josh thinks Matt Ryan will be involved in decision making if he is hired to be the President of Football and if Matt's vision will be the linear vision the Falcons try to build out.

HR1 - Arthur Blank gave Falcons fans answers they deserved yesterday In hour one Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac quickly touch on some of the biggest headlines around the local and national sports scene, recap and react to the Miami Hurricanes beating the Ole Miss Rebels 31-27 last night in their College Football Playoff Semi-final matchup to punch their ticket to the national championship game, let you hear Atlanta Falcons Owner Arthur Blank clarify what the role of the President of Football will be, react to what Mr. Blank had to say, give their initial thoughts and reactions to Mr. Blank's press conference yesterday, explain why they think Mr. Blank being the only speaker at his press conference yesterday was the right move for the Falcons, let you hear 92.9 The Game's very own Brand Manager Mike Conti's exclusive interview with Atlanta Falcons Owner Arthur Blank, react to the interview, explain why they think too many voices being a part of the football decisions made the Falcons vision and identity become unclear, react to the latest and biggest college football headlines, and then close out hour one by diving into the life of Ali Mac in Ali's Mac Drop!

Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac recap and react to the Miami Hurricanes beating the Ole Miss Rebels 31-27 last night in their College Football Playoff Semi-final matchup to punch their ticket to the national championship game, let you hear Atlanta Falcons Owner Arthur Blank clarify what the role of the President of Football will be, react to what what Mr. Blank had to say, give their initial thoughts and reactions to Mr. Blank's press conference yesterday, and explain why they think Mr. Blank being the only speaker at his press conference yesterday was the right move for the Falcons.

HR3 - Arthur Blank's press conference yesterday was step in right direction for Falcons In hour three Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac spend some time with the Owner of Football Gameplan, host on CBS Sports HQ, and college football and NFL analyst Emory Hunt! Ali, Mike, Beau, and Emory discuss how Emory views Carson Beck as an NFL quarterback and draft prospect, if Emory thinks Trinidad Chambliss will be the best returning quarterback in college football next season, if Emory thinks Oregon can match the physicality that Indiana plays with on both sides of the ball, if Emory thinks Oregon quarterback Dante Moore has the skill of a first round quarterback, how Emory feels about Baylor quarterback DJ Lagway and his progression and development, not liking seeing all NFL teams try to get an offensive minded head coach who calls plays, and If Emory thinks defensive holding or defensive pass interference should've been called on the final play of the Ole Miss vs. Miami game. Then, The Morning Shift crew lets you hear Atlanta Falcons Owner Arthur Blank talk about how the team was too good not to make the playoffs this year, how he believes Michael Penix Jr. is the Falcons' franchise quarterback, and that the doctors feel great about his recovery. Mike, Beau, and Ali also react to what Mr. Blank had to say, explain why they think Mr. Blank saying he believes in Michael Penix Jr. isn't the same as saying Michael Penix Jr. will be the Falcons starting quarterback next season. The Morning Shift crew closes out hour three by spending some time with Atlanta Falcons beat writer for The Athletic Josh Kendall! Ali, Mike, Beau, and Josh discuss what letter grade Josh would give Arthur Blank's press conference yesterday, where Josh thinks Sportsology's health check report saying the franchise had a lack of clarity came from and stemmed from, if Josh thinks Arthur Blank saying the team is hiring a President of Football and not a President of Football Operations makes former Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan a better candidate and more qualified for the job, how Josh feels about Arthur Blank saying he hopes the Falcons new Head Coach will consider keeping Jeff Ulbrich as the team's Defensive Coordinator, who Josh thinks the Falcons should hire to be their next head coach, if Josh thinks the Falcons next General Manager is already in the Falcons building, if Josh thinks the Falcons next General Manager could be the Falcons current Assistant General Manager Kyle Smith, how much Josh thinks Matt Ryan will be involved in decision making if he is hired to be the President of Football and if Matt's vision will be the linear vision the Falcons try to build out.

In Hour 1, Andy and Randy talk about Trae Young being traded to the Washington Wizards and listen to Arthur Blank's press conference.

Atlanta Falcons Owner Arthur Blank joins Mike Conti and talks about how he felt when the Falcons were eliminated so early this season, some of the feedback he's received from the Falcons fans this year, what the President of Football hire will actually be tasked with doing, Rich McKay not being involved in football decisions, his day-to-day role with the organization, not expecting the fans to be patient after 8 season missing the playoffs, if there are regrets from any of his previous Falcons decisions, what went wrong with Atlanta United, and how thankful he is for the fan support of the Falcons and Atlanta United.

In Hour 2, Andy and Randy talk about Arthur Blank's press conference and what we did and didn't learn. They also visit the Backpage with Beau.

:00 – Carl and Mike get back into some more Hawks talk as they share more thoughts on the trade of Trae Young and why the team made the right decision. They then get into some NFL headlines as they react to the Dolphins firing Mike McDaniel and note how Arthur Blank mentioned the new head coach does not have the responsibility of retaining any of the current coaching staff, in particular Jeff Ulbrich, who did a good job this season with the defense. :20 – Carl and Mike are joined by Courtney Erhardt, manager of the Discover Atlanta Boat Show. :40 – Carl and Mike get into their picks for the weekend

Carl and Mike open up the show with thoughts on what they took away from Arthur Blank's press conference as he spoke for the first time since the firing of Raheem Morris and Terry Fontenot. As they discuss, Carl notes he believes Blank's statement in regards to being surprised by the consulting firm's finding of a lack of clarity and vision for the team, which Carl believes has led to the team creating the president of football role.

Carl and Mike get back into some more Hawks talk as they share more thoughts on the trade of Trae Young and why the team made the right decision. They then get into some NFL headlines as they react to the Dolphins firing Mike McDaniel and note how Arthur Blank mentioned the new head coach does not have the responsibility of retaining any of the current coaching staff, in particular Jeff Ulbrich, who did a good job this season with the defense.

Carl and Mike get into some brief Hawks talk as they share more thoughts on the trade of Trae Young and agree in there being disappointed in the fact the team was not able to achieve success with the All-Star guard. They then share more thoughts on Arthur Blank's press conference and discuss the team owner's comments in regards to the team being viewed as not having real direction.

Carl and Mike get back to Falcons talk as they continue to share more thoughts on Arthur Blank's press conference in which he addressed the firing of Raheem Morris being a full season evaluation and consulting firm saying there was lack of countability and poor communication within the organization. They also discuss Blank stating he believes in Michael Penix Jr. still being their franchise QB.

:00 – Carl and Mike get back to Falcons talk as they continue to share more thoughts on Arthur Blank's press conference in which he addressed the firing of Raheem Morris being a full season evaluation and consulting firm saying there was lack of countability and poor communication within the organization. They also discuss Blank stating he believes in Michael Penix Jr. still being their franchise QB. :20 – Carl and Mike get back to Hawks talk and reflect on whether or not Trae Young was able to change the franchise while he was in Atlanta. As they discuss, they believe the Hawks never had the right pieces placed around him to truly lead the team in the direction in which they were expected to head. :40 – Carl and Mike close out the show with thoughts on the Ole Miss and Miami CFP semifinal matchup and discuss what they believe the outcome will be and why they believe the national championship game would be intriguing should both Ole Miss and Indiana reach the final.

:00 – Carl and Mike get into some brief Hawks talk as they share more thoughts on the trade of Trae Young and agree in there being disappointed in the fact the team was not able to achieve success with the All-Star guard. They then share more thoughts on Arthur Blank's press conference and discuss the team owner's comments in regards to the team being viewed as not having real direction. :20 – Carl and Mike - Interview Replay: Mike Conti w/ Arthur Blank :40 – Carl and Mike get into Guy Talk as they discuss whether or not Trae Young should be considered a super star in which they agree he provided great moments, however has set to elevate to super star status.

:00 - Carl and Mike open up the show with thoughts on what they took away from Arthur Blank's press conference as he spoke for the first time since the firing of Raheem Morris and Terry Fontenot. As they discuss, Carl notes he believes Blank's statement in regards to being surprised by the consulting firm's finding of a lack of clarity and vision for the team, which Cael believes has led to the team creating the president of football role. :20 – Carl and Mike get into some Hawks talk as they react to the trade of Trae Young and share their thoughts on why they believe it was time for both parties to come to mutual separation, however it is unfortunate the Hawks were never able to reach expectations placed on the franchise with Young. :40 – Carl and Mike are joined by Zach Klein as they discuss the possibility of Matt Ryan becoming the Falcons president of football and why the Hawks trading Trae Young was a good move.

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On the Thursday January 8th edition of Georgia Today: President Donald Trump seeks six million dollars in attorney fees from Fulton County; The Georgia job market has a slight upturn; And Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank addresses the disappointment of the last few seasons. 

Nick Cellini and Chris Dimino talk everything Atlanta Sports, the National Sports picture and the current (and WAY back when) in pop culture! Get the latest and your fill of Atlanta Braves, Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks daily from two "Southern" Yankees daily Mon-Fri from 10a-2p! The 11 o'clock hour is brought to you by TRAJAN WEALTH; Planning for tomorrow starts today. Visit Trajan Wealth dot com to learn more about retirement and state planning Arthur Blank Presser is today - we get you ready & have the reaction On Campus - The Playoff continues tonight! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Arthur Blank addressed the media today and our very own Chris Dimino participated. Nick & Chris break down what our Dirty Bird owner had to say. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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