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Host Greg Bluestein and Washington correspondent Tia Mitchell break down Congress' return to the Hill for a packed December, with only a handful of working days to address health care subsidies, shutdown pressures, and new scrutiny facing Congressman Mike Collins. Then, Greg talks with AJC reporter Zach Hansen about the fallout from the Hyundai immigration raid and why it's straining relations between Georgia and South Korea. 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 and Patricia Murphy are joined by Tia Mitchell for a conversation with state Rep. Houston Gaines, the early Republican frontrunner for the open Northeast Georgia congressional seat. Gaines outlines why he's running for Congress, his record on immigration, public safety, and parental leave, and why affordability is the issue he hears most from voters. Then Patricia shares her reporting from the campaign trail with Democratic gubernatorial candidate Jason Esteves. She follows him at his Flying Biscuit Café and then tours the city of Columbus with him as he talks about growing up in hardship, the cost-of-living pressures shaping his platform, and why he believes lived experience and economic opportunity are resonating with Democratic voters in 2026. 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

Hosts Greg Bluestein, Patricia Murphy, and Tia Mitchell break down the stunning decision that ended Fulton County's election interference case against Donald Trump and his co-defendants. AJC senior reporter Tamar Hallerman explains how misconduct allegations, a failed search for a new prosecutor, and a blistering review of key charges led to the case's collapse. She also details what it means for Georgia's “fake electors,” the Ruby Freeman investigation, and why Fulton County taxpayers could now be on the hook for millions in legal fees. The hosts dig into the political consequences for Fani Willis as state lawmakers ramp up their probes and as questions loom over her future in public life. 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

Grant reacts to the Packers and Badgers games over Thanksgiving, and talks WI and Lane Kiffin with Zach Heilprin. Monday Mailbag closes the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bob McElligott answers your Columbus Blue Jackets questions.

On Politically Georgia, host Greg Bluestein talks with Sam Foster, the 24-year-old IT specialist who came within 87 votes of unseating Marietta's four-term mayor. Foster explains why he jumped into the race, how TikTok and grassroots organizing fueled his surge, and what his campaign says about Georgia's push for generational change in local politics. Then Washington correspondent Tia Mitchell joins Greg for a segment of Monday Mailbag, where they answer questions about Georgia's income-tax debate, how Hispanic voters could shape the 2026 races, and the uncertain future of the state's stalled election-interference prosecution. 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

Hosts Greg Bluestein and Tia Mitchell break down how affordability has become the defining issue of the 2026 governor's race. Hear gubernatorial hopefuls outline plans to ease the financial strain facing Georgians — from housing and child care to wages, utility bills and property taxes. The hosts explain why both parties see economic pressure as the top concern heading into 2026, how Georgia's surplus has sparked new policy ideas, and what candidates are signaling about their priorities if elected. 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

Hosts Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy talk with two Democratic candidates for governor who are pitching sharply different visions for Georgia's future. In Segment 1, Greg sits down with state Rep. Ruwa Romman, who argues her campaign sparked the election's affordability debate. She outlines her plans for expanding Medicaid, raising the minimum wage, reforming tax credits, and pushing corporations to “pay their fair share” as Georgians struggle with rising costs. In Segment 2, Patricia is joined by state Rep. Derrick Jackson, who says his military and corporate background uniquely qualifies him to lead the state. Jackson discusses immigration fears he's hearing on the trail, why he believes Georgia needs a “commander in chief” governor, and his proposals for tackling affordability through tax exemptions, minimum-wage increases, and statewide housing reforms. 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. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Grant reacts with callers to a big Packers win over the Vikings, and a Badgers signature win over a ranked Illinois team. Ryan Wood makes his weekly Packers stop and the show concludes with the Monday Mailbag. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AJC Washington bureau chief Tia Mitchell talks with Congressman Mike Collins about the shutdown, his criticism of Democrats, the future of health care subsidies, and his vote to release the Epstein files. Collins also weighs in on the Senate race and defends his campaign's use of AI in political ads. Then Greg Bluestein joins Tia for a new Monday Mailbag, answering listener questions about ICE enforcement, Georgia's gubernatorial policy rollout, and how election-year messaging is shifting as Thanksgiving approaches. 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

As we approach Thanksgiving, Lionshare's Dave Buehring seeks to help us develop the needed perspective of gratitude.  How do you cultivate that?  Carmen dips into the Monday Mailbag to answer a question about the power of "storying," sharing the narratives of the Bible in ways that provoke a person to ask important personal questions.  She also shares the story of NICU nurse Katrina Mullins who made room for a teen mom of triples.   Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

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In a special edition of Politically Georgia, host Tia Mitchell reports from Washington after Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene announced she plans to resign from the House, citing frustration with a “corrupt” political system and a wave of threats following her break with President Trump. Then Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy join with analysis on Greene's next political moves, what this means for Georgia's 14th Congressional District, and how her departure reshapes the 2026 governor's race. 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

Host Patricia Murphy talks with Rivian founder and CEO RJ Scaringe about the company's long-awaited Georgia plant, the clean-manufacturing standards Rivian says will protect local communities, and why Scaringe believes the state is positioned to become a national leader in next-generation vehicle technology. He also discusses working with Governor Brian Kemp, the future of EV incentives, and Rivian's long-term commitment to Georgia. Then Politically Georgia's Candidate Forum series concludes with Attorney General Chris Carr, who makes his case for governor. Carr talks about Georgia's economic momentum, his focus on affordability, public safety, and property taxes, and why he believes the next governor must be prepared to confront federal dysfunction while keeping the state competitive and safe. 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. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AJC Editor-in-Chief Leroy Chapman for a wide-ranging conversation with Congressman James Clyburn of South Carolina. They discuss the House vote to release the Epstein files and why Clyburn believes Republicans used the overwhelming support as a procedural tactic, his view of Marjorie Taylor Greene's public break with President Trump, and why he still sees room for bipartisanship despite deep divisions in Washington. Clyburn also talks about the history behind his new book, The First Eight, and the Reconstruction-era Black lawmakers who paved the way for his own career in Congress. Then Politically Georgia's Candidate Forum series continues with Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger, who outlines his campaign for governor. Raffensperger talks about affordability, job creation, and property taxes, and addresses the enduring influence of Donald Trump on Georgia Republicans. He also explains why he believes his record on elections, public safety, and economic development makes him the Republican best positioned to lead the state forward. 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. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Patricia Murphy and Tia Mitchell sort through the latest turmoil in Washington after President Trump withdrew his support from Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene, escalating their very public rift. They discuss Greene's demand to release the Epstein files, how her break with Trump is reshaping GOP dynamics, and what the ongoing shutdown fight means for Georgia. Then the Politically Georgia Candidate Forum series continues with former DeKalb County CEO Michael Thurmond, who lays out his campaign for governor and talks about affordability, Medicaid expansion, and the kind of leadership he believes Georgia needs in this polarized political moment. 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. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Grant reacts to the Packers 27-20 over the Giants with callers. Malik Willis and Jordan Love are discussed, along with the special teams and Luke Musgrave. Monday Mailbag closes the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this Mailbag Monday, Jared dives into three big listener dilemmas about dating, friendship, and finding a fresh start. He unpacks what to do when a vacation match still lingers in your mind and you're tempted to reach out again. Then, he talks about the pressure of supporting friends through massive life changes when your emotional tank feels empty. And finally, he offers thoughtful advice to a listener who wonders whether moving to Florida after ending an engagement might be the reset she truly needs? Support the show and get $10 off your 1 st month of Nutrafol. Head to https://www.nutrafol.com and use code FEATHER Support the show and get 10% off your Hero Bread order with code JTRAIN at https://www.hero.co

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Hosts Greg Bluestein and Tia Mitchell open the show with a new Monday Mailbag segment, answering listener questions on Marjorie Taylor Greene's changing public image, Republican divisions over the shutdown, and how Georgia lawmakers may approach election rules heading into 2026. Then Politically Georgia's Candidate Forum series continues as former Atlanta mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms makes her case for governor, outlining her plans on affordability, Medicaid expansion, public safety, and how she would navigate a second Trump administration while “fighting for Georgia.” 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. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Along with opening the Monday Mailbag, Carmen talks about the attention given to monks harvesting olives on the Mount of Olives. She also talks about a neighbor and their no soliciting sign that includes those who would evangelize.  How do we balance the right to practice your religion, the call to share the Gospel, and respecting the wishes of the person?  Politcial and social scientist Daniel Bennett looks at the continued decline of religiousity in American and talks more about the "nones," in particular those who are "spiritual, but not religious," and those who are "done" with religion.  Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here  

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Hosts Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy are joined by Georgia native and former congressional aide Brendan Buck to break down the politics of the ongoing government shutdown and why health care remains such a challenge for Republicans. Buck, who worked for former House Speakers Paul Ryan and John Boehner, explains the risks his party faces if it lets health insurance subsidies expire and why some conservatives now want to extend them. Then Politically Georgia's Candidate Forum series continues with former state senator Jason Esteves, a Democratic candidate for governor, who talks about affordability, Medicaid expansion, and why he believes Georgia Democrats must offer voters something to vote for — not just against. 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. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy are joined by AJC senior reporter Tamar Hallerman to unpack the fallout from President Trump's sweeping pardons for his 18 federal co-defendants in the Georgia election interference case. They explain what the move means for the stalled Fulton County prosecution, how it could affect Lt. Gov. Burt Jones, and why replacing District Attorney Fani Willis has proven so complicated. Then the show kicks off Politically Georgia's Candidate Forum series with former Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan, who talks about his decision to run for governor as a Democrat, his priorities on affordability and health care, and his message to voters who want to move past Trump-era politics. 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. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Greg Bluestein, Patricia Murphy, and Tia Mitchell discuss the Senate's procedural vote to advance a deal that could end the record-long government shutdown and what the proposal means for Georgia. They explain why Senators Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock voted against the measure and how both parties are preparing for the political fallout. Then Greg and Tia sit down with Congressman Buddy Carter, a Republican running for U.S. Senate, to get his thoughts on the shutdown negotiations, health care subsidies, and his ongoing effort to win Donald Trump's endorsement in Georgia's GOP race. 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. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In this Mailbag Monday episode, Jared tackles a lineup of hilariously relatable dilemmas. He helps one listener find a polite way to say no to a second drink without sounding rude, breaks down the delicate art of telling a friend their spouse smells, and gives casting advice to a die-hard Survivor hopeful who's gone all out to get noticed. From dating strategy to social etiquette to reality TV dreams, Jared dishes out his signature mix of humor and honesty. It's an episode full of cringe, charm, and classic JTrain wisdom!Eat smart @ http://factormeals.com/jtrain50off & use code Jtrain50off to get 50% off your first box, plus Free Breakfast for 1 year!Support the show by downloading the DraftKings Casion app and using code FEATHER. New customers can get 500 spins on Cash Eruprotin when you play 5 bucks

Hosts Greg Bluestein, Patricia Murphy, and Tia Mitchell tackle listener questions in a new Mailbag Monday edition of Politically Georgia. They explain why members of Congress continue to receive pay during the federal shutdown and dig into Governor Brian Kemp's decision not to use state funds to replace frozen SNAP benefits. The hosts also discuss the growing backlash over the shutdown's impact on Georgia families, the latest twists in the First Liberty Ponzi scheme investigation, and why most of the state's congressional delegation is staying unusually quiet during the standoff in Washington. 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. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Hosts Greg Bluestein, Patricia Murphy, and Tia Mitchell analyze Democrats' historic victories in Georgia's Public Service Commission races — the party's first statewide wins outside of federal contests in nearly two decades. They explore what the results say about energy prices, Republican messaging, and the political mood heading into 2026. Then Tia shares part of her recorded interview with Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene, who breaks from GOP leadership over the ongoing government shutdown and criticizes Speaker Mike Johnson's approach. The hosts discuss Greene's changing style, her national profile, and what her next political move might be. 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. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy break down new results from the AJC–University of Georgia poll that show former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms as the early frontrunner in the Democratic primary for governor, while Lt. Gov. Burt Jones leads a crowded Republican field. They discuss what the numbers reveal about name recognition, fundraising power, and how undecided voters could still reshape both races. The hosts also look at the Senate race, where Congressman Mike Collins and Buddy Carter are competing for Trump-aligned voters, and explain why Jon Ossoff remains well positioned heading into 2026. 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. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy talk with former Congressman Tom Graves about Georgia's Public Service Commission races and how energy policy has become one of the most important issues on the ballot. Graves explains why nuclear power could be key to meeting the state's growing energy demand and why he thinks innovation, not partisanship, should guide Georgia's future. Then AJC City Hall reporter Riley Bunch joins the show to preview Atlanta's mayoral and City Council races, including Mayor Andre Dickens' reelection bid, the competitive City Council president contest, and the issues shaping voters' decisions from public safety to housing affordability. 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. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Grant reacts to the Packers awful loss to Carolina, and how the Packers were outclassed from the top down. How much blame should Matt LaFleur shoulder? We need to be able to find some middle ground on Jordan Love. Monday Mailbag closes the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a Mailbag Monday from Delray Beach! Jared digs into three listener dilemmas. First, a 30-year-old ended it with a guy showing jealous tells, moody about male friends and asking for her body count. Jared backs the breakup and reframes past partners as mature context, not a scorecard, urging thoughtful, respectful conversation about history rather than hot-take labels. Next, a maid of honor's cash-stuffed wedding card vanished; he says stop treating brides like royalty. Finally, a 28-year-old moving to the Twin Cities wants friends and maybe romance. Along the way, he shares DC theater gratitude, backstage YouTube plans, and a reminder that everyone judges what matters is how you tell your story and whether you're confident in it.Support the show and get $10 off your 1 st month of Nutrafol. Head to https://www.nutrafol.com and use code FEATHER

Bob McElligott answers your Columbus Blue Jackets questions.

Hosts Greg Bluestein and Tia Mitchell take listener questions in a new Mailbag Monday edition of Politically Georgia. They dig into the latest developments in the federal government shutdown, how health care subsidies became a flashpoint in Washington, and why some Georgia Republicans and Democrats are finding common ground. Hear producer Natalie Mendenhall's new reporting on Sandy Springs' four-way mayoral race, one of the most competitive local contests in the state. Then Greg and Tia discuss what the newest AJC poll reveals about Georgia's independent voters — and why they could once again decide the state's political future. 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. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the day after the day after and the Blue Jays' loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 7 of the World Series is still a heartbreaking gut punch. We throw open the Monday Mailbag at deepleftfield@thestar.ca to share your thoughts, feelings and questions about the game, the series and the season as a whole and hear from a wide range of listeners, from the zen-like appreciation of the Jays' magical year to the anger and frustration over opportunities missed by a team that had a championship within its grasp. And why did IKF slide? Plus, my thoughts on the grave injustice of Gold Gloves denied to Ernie Clement and Alejandro Kirk. Listen here or subscribe at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your favourite podcasts. If you would like to support the journalism of the Toronto Star, you can at thestar.com/subscribe.

Host Greg Bluestein talks with Washington correspondent Tia Mitchell about the month-long federal government shutdown and its growing impact across Georgia. They discuss how unpaid federal workers, food assistance cuts, and airline staffing shortages are putting new pressure on both parties to reach a deal. Then Greg speaks with Democratic Public Service Commission candidate Peter Hubbard about his campaign to challenge Georgia's GOP energy regulators. Hubbard explains why he believes data centers should pay more for electricity, how the state can better manage energy costs, and what he would do to lower power bills for Georgians. 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. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy break down the latest AJC–University of Georgia poll that shows where Georgia voters stand heading into 2026. Democrats rank the economy and standing up to Donald Trump as their top issues, while Republicans focus on immigration and public safety. The hosts also discuss why Governor Brian Kemp continues to draw support from some Democrats and what that says about his political staying power. In the second half, they explain why state lawmakers are holding off on redrawing congressional maps and how a pending Supreme Court decision could change the rules for redistricting across the South. 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. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy break down new results from the AJC–University of Georgia poll showing Donald Trump's support among Republicans holding strong and Democrats still deeply opposed — signs that Georgia's political divide remains firmly in place heading into 2026. Then Patricia shares her reporting from the campaign trail with Democratic gubernatorial candidate Michael Thurmond, who's pitching himself as a “fixer” focused on consensus, competence, and inspiring disillusioned voters. From his sermons in Columbus to his statewide travels, Thurmond is betting that experience and optimism can still win Georgia Democrats back. 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. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Mailbag Monday, Jared is in Richmond, living his best suburban comic life! A listener with a crush in her tight-knit Spanish class worries about ruining the group vibe, and Jared tells her to skip the overthinking and text with confidence. Another listener hears from the guy who once wouldn't commit, now cheating on his girlfriend with her, and Jared explains that it's about comfort, not connection. Finally, a couple debating a $5K destination wedding in Mexico with a toddler gets Jared's advice to either decline gracefully or treat it like a sitcom-style vacation and just enjoy it.Support the show and get 10% off your Hero Bread order with code JTRAIN at https://www.hero.co Support the show and get 30% off your first Cornbread Hemp order. Use code JTRAIN at https://www.cornbreadhemp.com/JTRAIN

DuckTerritory's Erik Skopil and Locked on Ducks' Spencer McLaughlin link up to digest the Oregon season through eight games. They answer five questions from those about the team's identity, to linebacker play to issues in the pass-game and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hosts Greg Bluestein and Tia Mitchell take listener questions in a wide-ranging Mailbag Monday edition of Politically Georgia. They discuss the rise of up-and-coming Democratic hopefuls like LaMario Brown, early voting logistics in the Public Service Commission race, and whether party veterans like former Gov. Roy Barnes still shape Georgia politics. Then they answer questions about the Republican Party's struggle to balance its pro-business legacy with the cultural conservatism driving today's base — and what that tension means for Georgia's future elections. 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. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Mailbag Monday, Jared tackles listener questions about friendship expectations, dating after divorce, and communication gaps in new relationships. He breaks down how to handle a partner who pulls away, a great guy who goes silent between dates, and a friend who skipped your wedding gift. Jared explores what these situations reveal about emotional availability, boundaries, and self-respect. Tune in for practical, funny, and heartfelt advice on navigating the messy realities of modern relationships!Support the show and get 30% off your first Cornbread Hemp order. Use code JTRAIN at https://www.cornbreadhemp.com/JTRAIN Support the show by downloading the DraftKings Casino app and using code FEATHER. New customers can get 500 spins on Cash Eruprotin when you play 5 bucks

DuckTerritory's Erik Skopil is joined by Alec Dietz of the Register-Guard to answer some fan questions. The pair open up the mailbag and talk about Dante Moore's future, what's going on at backup quarterback and thoughts on the reshuffling along the right side of the O-Line. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mailbag Monday is back and Jared tackles three big listener dilemmas: a boyfriend who calls Ozempic “the lazy way out” and what real support should look like, whether you should bother driving an hour to return an ex's clothes or set a pickup window and move on, and the difference between a workplace dopamine crush and a stale five-year relationship that needs an honest timeline. Along the way, he talks about good noise, why “hope isn't a plan,” and how to set clear boundaries that protect your peace!Support the show and get 10% off your Hero Bread order with code JTRAIN at https://www.hero.co

Jared checks in from Los Angeles for Mailbag Monday, hiccup and all, and dives into two juicy advice emails. First up, a 33-year-old New Yorker ditched Pilates for a regular gym to meet men, and Jared gently argues for joy over geography: build community where you actually like being, then let that tribe expand your dating world. He still tosses a couple of easy openers for gym-floor small talk, but the real play is Pilates night out and friend-of-a-friend intros. Next, a 25-year-old worries her boyfriend fails “dad 101” because he won't scoot over in bed and forgets the dog's water bowl, and Jared reframes it as pre-engagement nerves and a negotiation problem, not a morality play. Use “I” statements, trade lists, and aim for partnership instead of courtroom wins. If you've got dating drama, family friction, or friendship static, send it in and let Jared give it the thoughtful once-over!New Factor customers get 50% off your first box, plus free breakfast for 1 year. Use code JTRAIN50OFF at https://www.factormeals.com/JTRAIN50OFF

It's Mailbag Monday! And Jared dives into a work-themed episode with listener questions that blur the lines between business and personal boundaries. From a coworker crush that could complicate a promotion, to flirty banter that wasn't so friendly, to the awkward pressure of inviting your boss to a wedding, no dilemma is off-limits. Jared breaks down how to handle workplace relationships, tricky guest lists, and the risks of mixing romance with your career!Support the show and get 10 free HelloFresh meals, plus a free item for life at https://www.hellofresh.com/JTRAIN10FM