Podcast appearances and mentions of Keisha Lance Bottoms

This is a fun one! We're talking romance novels with numbers in the titles today, a wide collection of books from zero to infinity! While we came prepared to talk about four or five books each, we ended up playing a little impromptu game where we name books for every number we can. We haven't reread most of these, but you'll hear that there are a few peppered through here that we were prepared to talk about. We had a great time, and hope you do.If you'd like to come over and talk about romances, with or without numbers, please join us on the Fated Mates Discord, where you'll find a few thousand other listeners who love talking about these books we love. You also get one extra episode a month from us!Fated States, our democratic phonebanking initiative begins this week! We'll be calling Georgia to get out the vote for Jon Ossoff and Keisha Lance Bottoms! There will be games, prizes and special guests! Learn more and register to phone bank with us at fatedmates.net/fatedstates.A Number of BooksBelow Zero by Ali HazelwoodZero to Sixty by Marie HarteIt Happened One Summer by Tessa BaileyOne and Only by Jenny HolidayParty of Two by Jasmine GuilloryGoldie and the [three] Bears by Hannah MurrayThree Dirty Secrets by Nikki SloanThree Way Split by Elia WintersParty of Three by C. Travis RiceFourth Wing by Rebecca YarrosFourth Wing by Rebecca YarrosFive Brothers by Penelope Douglas Six by Opal CarewHoliday for Six by Kelly FinleySeven Secrets of Seduction by Anne MalloryThe Seven Rings by Nora RobertsThe Seven Year Slip by Ashley PostonSeven Days in June by Tia WilliamsChasin' Eight by Lorelai JamesEight Nights of Flirting by Hannah ReynoldsEight Seconds to Ride by Ashley JamesThe Hell's Eight Series by Sarah McCartyNine Rules to Break When Romancing a Rake by Sarah MacLeanTen Ways to Be Adored When Landing a Lord by Sarah MacLean Ten by Roxie Riveria Ten Hammers by Liz ArcherEleven Scandals to Start to Win a Duke's Heart by Sarah MacLeanTwelve Nights by Hope TarrA Duke a Dozen by Shana GalenCowboys by the Dozen by Tina LeonardTwenty Boy Summer by Sarah OcklerFifty Shades of Gray by EL James52 Reasons to Hate my Father by Jessica Brody99 Percent Mine by Sally ThorneTo One Hundred by Melissa Blue The 1001 Dark Nights Series3000 Reasons to Act by Jamie P Bradley10,000 Hours with a Rich Menace by Jahquel J.How to Marry a Millionaire Vampire by Kerrilyn SparksThe Blackout Billionaire Series by Naima SimoneInfinite by Corinne Michaels Love Times Infinity by Lane Clark An Infinite Love Story by Chanel CleetonSPONSORSHarpercollins, publishers of Laurie Gilmore's Big Bad Wolf, available at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Apple Books, or wherever you get your books.Orbit Books, publishers of Rachel Gillig's The Knave and the Moon, available at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Apple Books, or wherever you get your books.Little, Brown & Company, publishers of Elin Hilderbrand & Shelby Cunningham's The Thoroughbreds, available at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Apple Books, or wherever you get your books.Union Square & Co., publishers of Morgan Elizabeth's Meet Cute Magic, available in print, ebook or audiobook at Amazon,

Erick breaks down the numbers in the Georgia governor race, where Republican Rick Jackson has reserved $40.5 million in ad time against Keisha Lance Bottoms and her $42,000. Erick calls Jackson's foster care and Atlanta riot spots the best political ads of the cycle. Then to Michigan, where Mike Rogers is sitting on opposition research […]

Georgia's 2026 campaigns are starting to get real attention, and Scot and Buzz break down where things stand. This week: the massive advertising gap between Rick Jackson and Keisha Lance Bottoms, Jon Ossoff's multimillion-dollar investment in the Democratic Party of Georgia, and what it says about the organization of the two parties heading into November. They also discuss former Mike Collins staffer Jessica Hayes receiving national recognition, new questions surrounding the Chatham County elections office, Mitchell Horner's growing push for local government accountability, and new Georgia Tech research on the economic impact of data centers. Plus, Scot unveils his experiment to build a college football ranking system from scratch, with no preseason rankings, recruiting rankings, conference prestige, or previous-season assumptions.

Adam Cleveland, husband, father, UGA alum, handyman-turned-lawyer is now also a politician - the Democratic nominee for state House District 48. He joined me Tuesday to explain why he felt he had to upend his ideal life to step into the fray to defend democracy in trying to help flip the Georgia House for the Democratic Party. His district (R+9 in 2024) is one of a handful in the state and among the dozens throughout the country that pro-democracy advocates and Democrats near and far will be watching on election night. =+=+=+=Rick Jackson's latest TV attack ad aimed at former Atlanta mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms isn't quite as it appears to be - at least that's after some noteworthy sleuthing by Marcus Terrell, Isaac Hayes and Seth Taylor. In the ad, "everyday Georgians" turn out to be Jackson campaign operatives and/or Republican former candidates and/or operatives.

The Supreme Court, this week, pulled the reins on the Trump administration's intent to use the United States Postal Service - to curb mail-in voting this cycle. Good!Does this mean we're at the precipice of swinging momentum away from the dark Trump chapter in American history? Leave nothing to chance, I say, and underestimate that man and his minions at your own peril, but time is - and tools are - running in short supply for effort to stem what's likely to come at the polls in November.Lest we forget MAGA's ballot seizure antics here in Atlanta/Fulton County and how it may have tipped their hand at what they'll attempt on and after election day.=+=+=+=Meanwhile as prices on everything soar in the throes of the Trump war of choice against Iran, Republicans keep trying to compare today's inflationary numbers to those in 2021-2022, but Democratic pundits remain - STILL - flat-footed with an inability to offer the clapback I've been offering since 2023: that even the Biden-era hyper-inflation and soaring gas price conundrum is easily traced back to a Trump/OPEC agreement made in April of 2020 that didn't expire until May 1, 2022. Inflation and gas prices began cooling a month later. =+=+=+=Meanwhile with Democratic gubernatorial candidate Keisha Lance Bottoms and other down-ballot Georgia Democrats not faring as well as Senator Jon Ossoff has in fundraising, we learned earlier this week he's funneled $3.6 million into the state party's coordinated campaign coffers to assist. Good; in this current political climate where he and only a handful of prominent Democrats enjoy popularity while the party doesn't, that's going to be necessary.

Erick takes a caller's tale of two Georgia ad campaigns, Rick Jackson's brutal and effective spots against Keisha Lance Bottoms versus the One Nation tax ads carrying Mike Collins against Jon Ossoff, and turns it into the central question of the 2026 midterms: a blue wave is coming, but is the red wall the GOP […]

Georgia gubernatorial candidates Keisha Lance Bottoms and Rick Jackson take their campaigns to small businesses as they outline competing plans for Medicaid, taxes, education, and public safety. A proposed 200-megawatt data center in Cartersville moves closer to reality as Georgia also confronts a metro Atlanta measles outbreak, opens its first Safe Haven Baby Box, and expands lithium production in Covington.

PLUS: Rick Jackson's effective ads vs Keisha Lance Bottoms' retail style - which will win?The Rick Jackson campaign has taken a two-pronged approach in the race to be Georgia's next governor: portray him in a softer, more human role with his past foster advocacy while also running those nefarious-toned attack ads against his opponent. My take? It seems to be working, and polls show he's closed the gap his opponent - Keisha Lance Bottoms - once had between them.Bottoms won't be able to outspend Jackson; we knew that from day one of the general election cycle. Will she be able to out-retail him? To energize the base? To shore up the "off the couch and to the polls" contingent that's let down liberals in 2024 and 2022 (for Stacey Abrams)? Yet to be seen.Bottoms also sat down with the 'Politically Georgia' team for a prolonged Q&A to respond to some of Jackson's attacks relitigating her time as mayor of Atlanta.

Greg Bluestein talks with longtime Democratic strategist Billy Linville about his decision to cross party lines and support Republican Rick Jackson for governor. Linville argues that Keisha Lance Bottoms' record as Atlanta mayor makes her unfit to lead Georgia. He also explains his effort to organize Democrats and independents behind Jackson and why he believes metro Atlanta voters could be pivotal. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We'll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at PoliticallyGeorgia@ajc.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Georgia Democrats say taxpayers have been left out of the property-tax conversation. Scot wants to know why those same Democrats voted against giving local taxpayers a chance to decide the issue themselves, and why the AJC failed to make that contradiction a central part of its coverage. Scot Turner and Buzz Brockway also break down Keisha Lance Bottoms' push for more debates with Rick Jackson, her proposal to remove local sales taxes from groceries, and the complications created by voter-approved SPLOSTs, E-SPLOSTs and existing bond obligations. The episode also examines the Catoosa County Schools financial audit and State Rep. Mitchell Horner's effort to address shrinking reserves before they become a crisis. Then it's on to Georgia's growing data-center fight. A lawsuit involving Meta's Newton County facility raises concerns about groundwater, noise and development, while Raphael Warnock and other Democrats call for a moratorium on new data centers. Scot and Buzz argue over the risks, economic benefits and whether local regulation offers a better answer. Plus, DHS launches election-fraud investigations, Georgia's voter rolls face a new audit, Chris Carr jumps into the LSU-SEC eligibility fight, and Peach Pundit mourns the unforgettable Hee Haw. It's Georgia politics, policy, media and a little college football with Scot Turner and Buzz Brockway on Peach Pundit the Podcast.

On the September 3 edition: Residents file a complaint over the way a southeast Georgia county approved a data center; the City of Milton settles a wrongful death lawsuit; and Keisha Lance Bottoms rolls out a plan to make groceries more affordable. 

Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy host Democratic gubernatorial nominee Keisha Lance Bottoms, who defends her record as Atlanta mayor, responds to ethics attacks from Republican rival Rick Jackson, discusses the action she'd take on affordability and makes the case for a pause on new data center construction. She also weighs election security, Medicaid expansion, Flock cameras and how she would work with a Republican legislature and a Trump White House. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We'll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at PoliticallyGeorgia@ajc.com.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a special edition of “Closer Look,” host Rose Scott sits down for a one-on-one conversation with Georgia Democratic gubernatorial candidate Keisha Lance Bottoms. Bottoms addresses questions about her tenure as Atlanta mayor, including key decisions made under her leadership. She also reflects on how her four years in office along with her work in the Biden administration are guiding her approach to governing the state if elected as Georgia’s 84th governor. The discussion covers several major issues: expanding resources for Georgia growers and producers, improving access to healthcare for rural communities, and tackling affordability challenges across the state. Bottoms also responds to campaign attacks from her opponent, Republican Rick Jackson, and outlines the communities she is continuing to engage as the midterm election approaches.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Morning XTRA with Tug and Los delivers conservative talk on the biggest political, cultural, and news stories of the day. Smart analysis, unapologetic opinions, and real conversations every weekday morning. Every weekday from 6a to 10a! Today's show: Tug and Los kick things off with a folding iPhone, a Cam Newton lookalike, Braves Alumni Weekend, and the story of Heehaw the donkey. The guys dig into the Trump administration's ongoing battle with the mainstream media and welcome Neal Boortz to the show. They also discuss John Fetterman's latest display of common sense, play the Progressive Name Game, and ask whether someone can be crazy enough to be premeditated crazy. Plus, the guys take a closer look at who keeps asking for debates, why El-Sayed is hiring a Jewish liaison, and a new AOC voice that's sure to get a reaction. Watch The Morning XTRA every weekday from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. on the Xtra 106.3 YouTube or listen on the Xtra 106.3 App

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Georgia has beef with Trump, literally. Scot Turner and Buzz Brockway dig into President Trump's tariff-free Argentine beef proposal, the backlash from Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper and the cattle industry, and what the fight says about tariffs, food prices and American farmers. They also examine another damaging controversy involving someone in Mike Collins' political orbit and what it could mean for his race against Sen. Jon Ossoff. Plus: Rick Jackson vs. Keisha Lance Bottoms, Jackson's National Guard comments, Burt Jones' lingering feud, Georgia redistricting, the growing debate over Flock cameras and privacy, Brian Kemp's Public Service Commission appointment, the fight over data centers, and a remembrance of Dolly Parton. Scot Turner and Buzz Brockway cover the stories, personalities and policy fights driving Georgia politics on Peach Pundit the Podcast.

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The Morning XTRA with Tug and Los delivers conservative talk on the biggest political, cultural, and news stories of the day. Smart analysis, unapologetic opinions, and real conversations every weekday morning. Every weekday from 6a to 10a! On Today's show, Fridays are always wild on The Morning XTRA, and this one was no exception. Tug and Los react to Chris Sale delivering some Game 3 magic against the Dodgers and celebrate the return of football, while also highlighting the rare moment of Bill Maher defending America. The guys break down Rick Jackson’s coming battle with Keisha Lance Bottoms, welcome Department of Education Assistant Secretary for Postsecondary Education Dr. David Baker, and revisit the media’s attempts to lure Dolly Parton into talking about Trump. They also have an honest conversation about the COVID vaccine, examine the fallout surrounding Hasan Piker, and ask the important question: does anybody know how to kill Joro spiders? Plus, Chris Dimino joins the show to talk about the Chris Sale's Hall of Fame case, and the guys admit they may have made a big mistake on this one. Watch The Morning XTRA every weekday from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. on the Xtra 106.3 YouTube or listen on the Xtra 106.3 App

On this week's Political Breakfast, we talk about a recent exchange between Georgia gubernatorial candidates Keisha Lance Bottoms and Rick Jackson. It all unfolded in a hotel parking lot, after a Jackson attack ad took aim at Bottoms' husband. Democratic strategist Tharon Johnson and Republican strategist Brian Robinson discuss with host Lisa Rayam how campaigns decide whether to rebut a claim, attack the messenger, or just change the subject. A quick note: Brian advises Rick Jackson and Tharon advises Keisha Lance Bottoms. Plus, Atlanta did not make the final cut to host the 2028 Democratic National Convention. Mayor Andre Dickens did not react kindly to the snub. In a letter to the DNC, Dickens wrote that its leaders "continue to make the wrong choices," that the "road to the White House runs through the South" and they are "once again abandoning Black voters." Plus, as Jackson's campaign promises to crack down on illegal immigration, a lawsuit filed by foreign-born nurses against one of the companies under his healthcare empire, accuses Avant Healthcare Professionals of "luring them to the United States" only to pay them low wages and trap them in contracts for years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Where The Party At? Georgia politics is giving us plenty to talk about. We start with the governor's race, where recent polling has **Rick Jackson and Keisha Lance Bottoms in a statistical tie.** At this point, the race may be less about changing voters' minds and more about **who actually shows up in November.** We break down what those polls really mean, why the margin of error matters, and how young and Black voter turnout could change the makeup of the electorate. We also get into the parking lot confrontation between Bottoms and Jackson after a campaign ad targeted Bottoms' husband. Then we follow the money to **Medicaid**. Georgia created Pathways instead of fully expanding Medicaid, but now state leaders are asking Washington for a higher federal match. We break down what Pathways is, why the state wants more federal money, how work requirements affect enrollment, and how the debate could change depending on who becomes Georgia's next governor. Finally, **Atlanta got passed over for the 2028 Democratic National Convention...again.** The DNC narrowed its list to Boston, Denver, and Philadelphia, leaving Atlanta out despite Georgia's status as a major political battleground. We talk about Mayor Andre Dickens' response, what the decision says about the national party's relationship with Georgia and the South, and whether hosting a convention actually matters politically. IN THIS EPISODE: Georgia's governor race is essentially tied How to actually read a political poll Why margin of error matters Rick Jackson vs. Keisha Lance Bottoms Why turnout could decide the governor's race The role of young and Black voters in November Why Jon Ossoff can lead while the governor's race remains tied Bottoms and Jackson's parking lot confrontation The campaign fight over political families Georgia Pathways vs. full Medicaid expansion Why Georgia wants a 90% federal Medicaid match Work requirements and Medicaid enrollment The connection between Medicaid and SNAP requirements Whether Georgia's Pathways program is working as intended Why the DNC passed over Atlanta for 2028 Mayor Andre Dickens' response to the DNC What Atlanta losing the convention actually means for Georgia politics Subscribe to **Where The Party At?** for conversations about Atlanta, Georgia politics, elections, civic engagement, public policy, and the decisions shaping our communities.

Erick Erickson opens on the Georgia governor's race, where Keisha Lance Bottoms, running against his friend Rick Jackson, told a C-SPAN audience she was proud to end Atlanta's multimillion dollar agreement with ICE because “all money ain't good money,” and Erick answers with Laken Riley and with a 29 year old named Ramon Harris stabbed […]

Greg Bluestein, alongside Patricia Murphy and Tia Mitchell, digs into the increasingly personal race for governor after Keisha Lance Bottoms confronted Rick Jackson over attacks involving her husband. They size up Brian Kemp's push to rally Republicans behind Jackson and the GOP's broader concerns about enthusiasm heading into November. They also examine Mike Collins' effort to win over Jewish voters dissatisfied with Jon Ossoff's Israel votes, along with the complications Collins faces from his son-in-law's antisemitic and extremist social media posts.   Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We'll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at PoliticallyGeorgia@ajc.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Morning XTRA with Tug and Los delivers conservative talk on the biggest political, cultural, and news stories of the day. Smart analysis, unapologetic opinions, and real conversations every weekday morning. Every weekday from 6a to 10a! On Today's show, Tug is back, and there’s plenty to catch up on. The guys dive into everything Tug missed in college football before tackling the latest political and cultural battles, from mail-in ballots and election fraud to whether wokeness has contributed to political violence. They also debate whether Trump could face impeachment if Democrats take control, break down El-Sayed running from Hasan Piker, and react to another spot-on take from Spencer Pratt. Plus, college football may have opened Pandora’s Box, a Flashback comparing open immigration today with the immigration restrictions of 1914, and 30 years of the same speech from Bernie Sanders. Watch The Morning XTRA every weekday from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. on the Xtra 106.3 YouTube or listen on the Xtra 106.3 App

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On the August 24 edition: Gubernatorial candidates Keisha Lance Bottoms and Rick Jackson are making character part of their pitches to voters, while Bishop William Barber calls for a major voter mobilization effort in Atlanta. We also cover efforts to preserve Georgia farmland, a fatal stabbing on the Atlanta Beltline, plans for a new teaching hospital in southwest Atlanta, and a new GPB documentary examining rural health care.

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The Morning XTRA with Tug and Los delivers conservative talk on the biggest political, cultural, and news stories of the day. Smart analysis, unapologetic opinions, and real conversations every weekday morning. Every weekday from 6a to 10a! Victor Armendariz fills in for Tug! On today's show, With Tug still out, Victor Armendariz joins Los for another full morning of political, cultural, and sports commentary. The guys kick things off with the state of college sports, the WNBA back in the news, and the Freedom 250 IndyCar Race in D.C. They also take on the “blowfish operation,” Bill Maher's comments about Jon Ossoff, and Darlene Graham's South Carolina Senate debate performance. The guys dig into the DSA's plans, whether the black community is sold on Talarico, and the debate over liberal men's mental health. Plus, they discuss Karmelo Anthony's legal situation, the Trump administration's $3 billion taxpayer savings, the possibility of the NHL returning to Atlanta, the “Resist” movement, and whatever happened to the Old NYC. Watch The Morning XTRA every weekday from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. on the Xtra 106.3 YouTube or listen on the Xtra 106.3 App

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens catches heat after telling a constituent to “shut up” over criticism of the city’s transportation and BeltLine plans. Kimmer breaks down the exchange, Dickens’ response and why critics say Atlanta residents deserve answers—not insults. Plus, a look at Keisha Lance Bottoms and her political future.

Jon Ossoff wanted to land a punch on Donald Trump. Instead, his reference to traveling “with Natalie” created a controversy of its own, with even Democrats questioning why a U.S. senator would drag a young White House staffer into the political mud. Scot and Buzz break down the comment, the reaction, and what it tells us about the opening stages of Georgia's U.S. Senate campaign. The Georgia governor's race is tightening, with recent polling putting Rick Jackson and Keisha Lance Bottoms within striking distance. We also dig into the attacks on Jackson over the $35 million loan that helped keep an Alabama hospital alive and the rest of the story behind that deal. Then Scot has had enough of the claim that Georgia is “leaving billions on the table” by refusing to expand Medicaid. With Washington now carrying more than $40 trillion in debt, federal money is taxpayer money and borrowed money. The promised 90% federal match still has to be paid by somebody. Finally, Dinesh D'Souza settles the lawsuit brought by the Georgia voter falsely portrayed in 2000 Mules, and a new Census Bureau report estimating 24,000 noncitizen votes in the 2020 election raises some interesting questions about methodology, naturalization records, voter rolls, and what the numbers actually mean. Scot Turner and Buzz Brockway cover Georgia politics, elections, healthcare policy, the 2026 campaigns, and the stories behind the headlines on Peach Pundit the Podcast.

Tia Mitchell and UATL senior editor Ernie Suggs recap a newsmaking National Association of Black Journalists convention in Atlanta, including appearances by gubernatorial nominee Keisha Lance Bottoms and Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger. They weigh Bottoms' approach to the governor's race and Raffensperger's decision not to endorse Senate nominee Mike Collins. They also dig into NABJ's decision to give thumbs-down awards to five people and organizations, including ESPN commentator Stephen A. Smith, and what the move says about the organization's role in protecting Black journalists. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We'll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at PoliticallyGeorgia@ajc.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Bluestein answers listener questions about Burt Jones' refusal to endorse Rick Jackson, the long odds of Democrats taking back the Georgia House and the growing fight over data center development. He also weighs concerns about Georgia's voting system overhaul, Flock cameras and a missed campaign finance deadline for Keisha Lance Bottoms. The mailbag also takes on how voters can spot politically funded fake news sites as AI and campaign misinformation reshape the information landscape. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We'll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at PoliticallyGeorgia@ajc.com.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Interim MARTA General Manager and CEO Jonathan Hunt is getting the job on a permanent basis after leading the agency for the past year. Plus, the nation's largest credit bureau, Atlanta-based Equifax, has agreed to settle a class action lawsuit for $100 million for miscalculating credit scores. Also, you may see Georgia U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff and gubernatorial candidate Keisha Lance Bottoms--both Democrats--on the campaign trail together, which is something you may not see from their Republican challenges Congressman Mike Collins and Rick Scott. And we look at how one group is helping refugee women find place, purpose and friendship by hitting the great outdoors. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg Bluestein and Tia Mitchell take on listener questions about what a Keisha Lance Bottoms administration could do to expand Medicaid with Republicans still controlling the Georgia Legislature. They also weigh the uneasy political history between Brian Kemp and Republican nominee Rick Jackson, the possibility of Elon Musk spending money in Georgia's Senate race, and what could be next for Buddy Carter after his primary loss. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We'll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at PoliticallyGeorgia@ajc.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tonight on The Last Word: Iowa emerges as a surprise midterm battleground state. Also, Oman and Iran reach an agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Plus, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent downplays the inflation toll on lower-income workers. And the Senate Homeland Security Committee votes to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress. Iowa State Rep. Josh Turek, Keisha Lance Bottoms, Tom Nichols, Rep. Brendan Boyle, and Joyce Vance join Eugene Daniels. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Morning XTRA with Tug and Los delivers conservative talk on the biggest political, cultural, and news stories of the day. Smart analysis, unapologetic opinions, and real conversations every weekday morning. Every weekday from 6a to 10a! The 6 o'clock hour is brought to you by Subaru of Gwinnett Politics during football season / The Braves are proving the haters wrong Why is Hunter Biden the only sane-sounding one Atlanta's ONLY All Conservative News & Talk Station.: https://www.xtra1063.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Morning XTRA with Tug and Los delivers conservative talk on the biggest political, cultural, and news stories of the day. Smart analysis, unapologetic opinions, and real conversations every weekday morning. Every weekday from 6a to 10a! Tug and Los discuss the latest developments involving Dr. Anthony Fauci and whether accountability could finally be coming after being voted in contempt of congress, examining the Democratic Socialists of America's views on parental rights and voter weight, and break down why they believe the Muslim Brotherhood and the Chinese Communist Party have adopted similar long-term political strategies. The guys are also joined by Tom Mitchell, The Honest Car Guy, for his weekly visit. On today's show:• Politics during football season and the Braves continuing to silence the critics• Why Hunter Biden is suddenly sounding more reasonable• Storytime with Los• Hasan Piker is using the left's tactics against them• Why British accents seem so convincing• What real Wealth really isAtlanta's ONLY All Conservative News & Talk Station.: https://www.xtra1063.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, Patricia Murphy shares her conversation with Democratic nominee Keisha Lance Bottoms about infertility, faith and the journey that led her and her husband to adopt four children. Greg Bluestein and Patricia explore how that experience shaped Bottoms and how it connects with Republican nominee Rick Jackson's story of growing up in foster care.   Then, Greg and Patricia break down Jackson's staggering $87 million fall advertising reservation. They look at how he plans to use the money, how Bottoms hopes to compete and why Jackson's spending could make it harder and more expensive for every other Georgia campaign to reach voters.   Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We'll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at PoliticallyGeorgia@ajc.com.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Georgia's 2026 election season is heating up, and Scot Turner and Buzz Brockway break down the stories that will shape the months ahead. This week, Scot recaps his ranked-choice voting debate with Brad Carver and reveals how audience opinion shifted after hearing the evidence. Then the conversation turns to the Georgia governor's and Senate races, including Rick Jackson and Keisha Lance Bottoms at the Georgia Chamber, the latest controversy surrounding Mike Collins, and Governor Brian Kemp's decision to freeze agency spending while preserving Georgia's AAA fiscal position. The episode also examines Democrats' Medicaid expansion messaging, the Georgia Ethics Commission's latest move against the Georgia Republican Assembly, foreign influence in the growing anti-data center movement, Amy Kremer's role in that debate, and why China's AI ambitions matter for America's national security. Scot and Buzz also discuss OpenAI's recent cybersecurity incident, what it could mean for election security, and wrap things up with a lighter look at one of the funniest internet threads of the week. If you care about Georgia politics, elections, public policy, and the stories the mainstream media often misses, this is an episode you won't want to skip.

A new AARP poll exposes the crack in Jon Ossoff's Georgia re-election: he's up 23 points with swing voters over 50, but Republican Mike Collins actually leads 53-45 among all 50-plus voters — the exact bloc that decides midterms, where 88% say they're extremely motivated to vote versus just 62% of voters under 50. Larry O'Connor and AARP's John Hishta break down the Georgia Senate and governor races, the Keisha Lance Bottoms vs. Rick Jackson ticket-splitting, and why Social Security's 2032 solvency deadline is about to become every Senate candidate's problem. Visit https://aarp.org/voterpolls2026 to learn more!Become a Townhall VIP member with promo code "LARRY": https://townhall.com/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Georgia politics is moving fast, and this episode covers the biggest stories shaping the state's political landscape. Scot Turner and Buzz Brockway return after a brief hiatus to break down the tightening Georgia governor's race, including the latest AARP poll, Donald Trump's endorsement of Rick Jackson, and why both campaigns are entering a critical stretch. They also discuss the controversy surrounding Keisha Lance Bottoms' comments about Atlanta businesses hosting Republican candidates and what it says about today's political climate. The show features a special interview with Ari Mittleman, Executive Director of Keep Our Republic, on election administration, voter confidence, election law modernization, and how Georgia compares with other battleground states. Plus: The upcoming Ranked Choice Voting debate between Scot Turner and Brad Carver The new Election Equipment Specification & Standards Committee and Georgia's post-SB3EX election equipment roadmap Why runoffs continue to create unnecessary problems, using the Congressional District 13 special election as the latest example A look at Georgia's election audit process and what recent ballot error rates actually tell us Whether you're a political junkie, campaign professional, or simply want a deeper understanding of Georgia politics, this episode delivers analysis, context, and a few laughs along the way. Topics: Georgia politics, Rick Jackson, Keisha Lance Bottoms, Georgia governor race, election integrity, ranked choice voting, SB3EX, election equipment, Keep Our Republic, Ari Mittleman, Trump endorsement, Peach Pundit Podcast.

A new bipartisan poll shows Jon Ossoff with a clear lead over Mike Collins, while the race for governor remains essentially tied between Keisha Lance Bottoms and Rick Jackson. On today's episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy examine why the two marquee contests are moving in different directions and how each party is targeting split-ticket voters. They also speak with Keith McNulty, leader of East Cobb Democrats, about the backlash to Donald Trump's event at the school and what it reveals about the changing politics of Cobb County. Correction: An earlier version of this podcast description incorrectly identified Keith McNulty as a Wheeler High School graduate. The description has been updated to remove that reference. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We'll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at PoliticallyGeorgia@ajc.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Long before Keisha Lance Bottoms rose to prominence in politics, she was a daddy's girl from the west side of Atlanta-the baby of her family, who did well in school, though she talked too much in class; an outgoing kid who dreamed of growing up to be elegant and charismatic like her parents, cool like her older siblings and big cousins, and the pride of her very large Southern family.After law school, Bottoms worked as an attorney, served as a judge, and was elected to City Council and the mayorship, where she garnered national attention for her leadership during the pandemic and George Floyd protests. Later, she was appointed senior advisor in President Joe Biden's administration.Yet Bottoms felt disquieted internally. She was in her early fifties and approaching the age her beloved father was when he died. She couldn't shake the feeling that something in her life was missing, like she'd forgotten to bring an essential element of herself along for her ascension. Stepping away from the daily political grind, Bottoms realized how much she'd sanded down parts of herself on her path to professional success. She'd tucked away the fuller details about her dad's drug abuse and prison stint for dealing; the sexual abuse she endured; the eating disorder she developed; the close-knit, utterly unpolished family who doted on her and gave her an incredible foundation of love and confidence but whose influence she'd smoothed to a sleek, charming, campaign-ready sheen. She thought that was the price of upward mobility. Then she realized she was wrong.The Rough Side of the Mountain is about this excavation. It's Bottoms's deeply affecting journey to rescue a version of herself that she thought she had to leave behind to succeed. An homage to the lessons from kinfolk plainly told, hers is a timely and heartfelt memoir about unmasking oneself, the joys of authenticity, embracing what you sspreading that powerful message.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

The political aftermath of Lindsey Graham's death sees South Carolina politics suddenly thrown wide open—but the political consequences could extend far beyond one Senate seat.In this special summer edition of Dixie Dems, Bob Gatty of South Carolina, Arthur Hill of North Carolina, and Robert Thompson of Georgia examine the fight to replace Graham, Donald Trump's endorsement of Graham's sister, and the Democrats hoping to capitalize on a rapidly changing political landscape.The discussion also covers:• Whether Democrats can pull off major upsets in South Carolina• Republican efforts to restrict early and Sunday voting in North Carolina• Growing election controversy and FBI involvement in Georgia• The campaigns of Roy Cooper, Jon Ossoff, Keisha Lance Bottoms, Jermaine Johnson, John Vincent, and Dr. Annie Andrews• Allegations involving voter-roll manipulation and so-called “ghost voters”• Why voters throughout the South should check their registration before the midtermsCould Lindsey Graham's death help trigger a political transformation in the South—or will Republicans tighten their grip on elections to protect their power?Join the conversation in the comments.Dixie Dems: The South has a voice—and it's blue.Subscribe to Lean to the Left for progressive news, interviews, and political commentary from across the South.#DixieDems #LindseyGraham #SouthCarolinaPolitics #SouthernPolitics #Democrats #ElectionIntegrity #VoterSuppression #LeanToTheLeftCHAPTERS: 00:00 Welcome to Dixie Dems00:35 Graham Death Fallout01:11 Trump Endorsement Talk04:09 GOP Field Opens Up05:18 North Carolina Race Update07:56 Election Board Power Grab10:17 Turnout and Registration Surge11:09 Georgia Election Fiasco Claims15:00 Ossoff Humor and Debate Talk17:13 Georgia Senate Stakes18:36 Downballot Races Spotlight19:19 Voter Roll Purges Warning20:49 Martha Zoller Backstory22:29 South Carolina Fry vs Vincent24:03 Haley Talk and Upset Scenarios26:01 Ghost Voters Investigation28:50 How to Volunteer and Wrap-Up

Tonight on The Last Word: Maine Democrats criticize Sen. Susan Collins after a fatal ICE shooting. Also, Donald Trump drops the fantasy of charging fees in the Strait of Hormuz. Plus, Republicans are reportedly panicking about the U.S. Senate races in Iowa and Ohio. And a new housing law takes aim at corporate landlords. Rep. Chellie Pingree, Rep. Chris Deluzio, Iowa State Rep. Josh Turek, and Keisha Lance Bottoms join Lawrence O'Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Political and economic power is increasingly moving toward the South as corporations relocate, populations grow and Southern leaders gain more influence in Washington. On today's episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, Tia Mitchell and Patricia Murphy speak with Democratic strategist Howard Franklin about his new report, Accelerating South: Risks, Rewards and the Road Ahead. Franklin explains how migration, business investment and a new generation of governors could reshape the region and Georgia's place within it. The conversation also examines the debate over data center growth, Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens' second-term priorities and the possibility that Georgia could elect a Democratic governor while Republicans retain control of the General Assembly. Tia and Patricia then assess how Keisha Lance Bottoms and Rick Jackson are repositioning themselves for the general election, and what Democrats still want to see from the Bottoms campaign. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We'll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at PoliticallyGeorgia@ajc.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scot Turner and Buzz Brockway are back with a packed Peach Pundit Podcast covering Georgia politics, the U.S. Senate race, election investigations, privacy, policing, and a Fourth of July weekend that nearly broke Delta. The show opens with Scot's trip to Washington, D.C. for America's 250th birthday celebration, Buzz's Peachtree Road Race recap, and the patriotic highs and travel-delay lows of Independence Day weekend. Then the conversation turns serious as Scot and Buzz discuss Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock finally calling on Graham Platner to drop out of the Maine U.S. Senate race after new allegations and renewed scrutiny over his Nazi tattoo. Back in Georgia, they break down the first general-election polling in the governor's race and U.S. Senate race, including Rick Jackson vs. Keisha Lance Bottoms, Mike Collins vs. Jon Ossoff, ticket-splitting, voter enthusiasm, and why inflation and high prices remain the dominant issue for Georgia voters. Scot and Buzz also dig into the growing controversy over Flock cameras and automated license plate readers after a series of arrests involving law enforcement officers accused of misusing license plate data. As former co-sponsors of Georgia's 2018 license plate reader privacy law, they debate the value of the technology, the dangers of government surveillance, and whether stronger criminal penalties and guardrails are now needed. Then they turn to the FBI's renewed review of Fulton County's 2020 election records, the continuing obsession with relitigating 2020, and why the politics of election denial could hurt Republicans who need to focus on affordability, public safety, and the races actually on the ballot in November. Finally, they discuss HB 295, a new Georgia law allowing property owners to seek compensation from local governments for certain patterns of non-enforcement and public nuisance, including illegal camping, obstruction, shoplifting, drug use, public intoxication, and other quality-of-life issues. In this episode: Jon Ossoff, Raphael Warnock, Graham Platner, and the Maine U.S. Senate race Nazi tattoos, candidate scandals, and political hypocrisy Georgia polling: Rick Jackson vs. Keisha Lance Bottoms Georgia U.S. Senate polling: Mike Collins vs. Jon Ossoff Inflation, health care costs, and the issues Georgia voters care about most Flock cameras, license plate readers, and police misuse of surveillance data Georgia's 2018 license plate reader privacy law The FBI, Fulton County, and the 2020 election investigation Why relitigating 2020 could distract Republicans in 2026 HB 295 and local-government liability for non-enforcement Fourth of July in Washington, D.C., the Peachtree Road Race, and Delta travel chaos Peach Pundit Podcast is Georgia's conversation about politics, elections, campaigns, public policy, and the people shaping the Peach State.

June 27, 2026; 9:00 am: The ruling could cause the hundreds of thousands of children born in the U.S. each year to undocumented parents or those with temporary status to not receive automatic U.S. citizenship. If the Justices side with the administration it would mark one of the biggest victories yet for Trump's mass deportation agenda. Paola Ramos joins The Weekend to discuss how this will affect  For more, follow us on social media: Bluesky: @theweekendmsnow.bsky.social Instagram: @theweekendmsnow TikTok: @theweekendmsnow To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump's Iran agreement falls far short of his promises. And Georgia Republicans cancel their redistricting efforts after backlash. Amb. Wendy Sherman, Jon Finer, Rick Stengel, and Keisha Lance Bottoms join Lawrence O'Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On tonight's premiere of the 11th Hour with Ali Velshi, Trump says he's made a deal to end the war with Iran, but it's extremely short on details. Plus, Ali is at the big board with a preview of what's at stake in tomorrow's primaries. And, the stories that remind us you can always find light despite a lot of darkness. David Rohde, Jason Stanley, Ben Rhodes, Keisha Lance Bottoms, and V Spehar join the discussion. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In today's episode of the MeidasTouch Podcast, Ben, Brett and Jordy discuss the latest breaking political developments. Iranian media says the regime has suspended nuclear talks with Trump and is alleging ceasefire violations. Back home, Congress returns and deals Trump a significant blow by blocking his controversial slush fund, as Trump reportedly is set to abandon it entirely. Meanwhile, his Freedom 250 concert event has been essentially cancelled and the UFC fight he was counting on is heading toward disaster. Trump dumped his physical exam results late Friday night at 11 PM, raising more questions than answers. And major developments out of Georgia as Jon Ossoff and Keisha Lance Bottoms showcase what the future leadership of the Democratic Party may look like. Subscribe to Meidas+ at https://meidasplus.com Get Meidas Merch: https://store.meidastouch.com Deals from our sponsors!  Better Help: Sign up and get 10% off at https://betterhelp.com/meidas Quince: Go to https://quince.com/meidas for free shipping and 365-day returns. Rocket Money: Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to https://RocketMoney.com/meidastouch today! Cash App: Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/2ukx7bii #CashAppPod* * Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card. Cash App Green features, Savings, Direct deposit, Round ups, Overdraft coverage and Discounts provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. Remember to subscribe to ALL the MeidasTouch Network Podcasts: MeidasTouch: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/meidastouch-podcast Legal AF: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/legal-af MissTrial: https://meidasnews.com/tag/miss-trial The PoliticsGirl Podcast: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-politicsgirl-podcast Cult Conversations: The Influence Continuum with Dr. Steve Hassan: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-influence-continuum-with-dr-steven-hassan The Weekend Show: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-weekend-show Burn the Boats: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/burn-the-boats Majority 54: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/majority-54 On Democracy with FP Wellman: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/on-democracy-with-fpwellman Uncovered: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/maga-uncovered Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices