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Greg Bluestein breaks down President Donald Trump's State of the Union address with Tia Mitchell, focusing on the political implications for Georgia as midterms approach. They examine Trump's attacks on mail-in voting, his clashes with the Supreme Court over tariffs and how Democrats responded, including walkouts and counterprogramming. Later, Greg is joined by Patricia Murphy and Savannah Bureau Chief Adam Van Brimmer for a look at the open 1st Congressional District race and Buddy Carter's Senate bid. Adam also reports on a fatal ICE-related chase in Savannah that has divided local officials, and the latest developments on zoning and the Gullah Geechee community on Sapelo Island. 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 break down why the State Election Board stopped short of moving to take over Fulton County's elections after the FBI raid of the county's election offices. Greg talks with AJC politics reporter Caleb Groves about what happened during the board's two-day meeting and how Georgia law could allow a state intervention before 2026. Then Greg and Patricia sit down with State Election Board Chair John Fervier, who calls talk of a takeover “political theater” and argues there is no justification for state control of Fulton's 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Donald Trump returned to Georgia and largely left the 2026 landscape unchanged. Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy break down his renewed endorsement of Lt. Gov. Burt Jones in the governor's race, his decision to stay neutral in the GOP Senate primary, and what that means for Mike Collins, Buddy Carter and Derek Dooley. They also unpack a federal judge's ruling that blocks Jones from spending leadership committee funds and how that could reshape the race. And they examine Trump's revived claims about the 2020 election and calls to scrutinize Fulton County's elections, along with the political fallout for both parties. 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 today's Mailbag Monday, Jared covers 3 modern dating dilemmas: how to shut down a mother in law calling you “mama” without starting family drama, whether seeing bikini models on a guy's IG Explore page plus multiple dating apps is just normal dating or a real red flag, and what it means when someone asks about your day but never follows up. Is it a lack of emotional curiosity or just bad conversational skills? Jared breaks it all down!Jared is on tour!

Bob McElligott talks about Zach Werenski and Team USA winning the Olympic gold medal before answering your Columbus Blue Jackets questions.

Patricia Murphy and Tia Mitchell break down the crowded Democratic primary in Georgia's 13th District, where longtime Congressman David Scott faces multiple challengers, including reality TV star and dentist Dr. Heavenly Kimes. Tia presses Kimes on her leap from a planned state House run to Congress and on whether her Married to Medicine persona helps or hurts her candidacy. Patricia and Tia also examine how her rivals are framing the race and whether concerns about Scott's limited visibility in Washington could fuel calls for generational change. 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 break down the competing tax plans reshaping the debate under the Gold Dome. Lt. Gov. Burt Jones is pushing to phase out the state income tax, House Speaker Jon Burns wants to eliminate property taxes on homesteads, and Gov. Brian Kemp is urging a more incremental approach. AJC reporter David Wickert joins to walk through the math behind the proposals, including projected multibillion-dollar revenue losses and what they could mean for schools, local governments, and the broader state budget. 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 dig into the federal government's push to turn warehouses in Social Circle and Oakwood into large-scale ICE detention facilities. They're joined by AJC immigration reporter Lautaro Grinspan to break down what we know about the 183-acre purchase in Social Circle, the second site in Hall County, and the infrastructure and tax questions local officials are raising. They also examine why city leaders say they have little authority to block the projects, and what these facilities could mean for the communities now preparing for their arrival. 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 sits down with former U.S. Sen. Saxby Chambliss and former Gov. Roy Barnes for a bipartisan conversation about the fallout from the FBI raid on Fulton County's election office. Both warn against continued efforts to relitigate the 2020 election and argue that repeated investigations risk eroding public confidence in Georgia's voting system. They also weigh in on calls for a potential state takeover of Fulton County elections and the precedent that could set for future governors of either party. 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 Wisconsin's win over #10 Michigan State, and confirms hopes from earlier in the season. Chris Simms thinks Malik Willis is a superstar? Doug Gottlieb crashes out, and Grant is obligated to talk about how to fix the NBA All-Star Weekend. Show concludes with the Monday Mailbag, See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jared's in Dallas for Mailbag Monday, pitching shows, his Walking Red Flag book, and his favorite pastime: giving brutally honest advice to strangers with zero eye contact. First up: a listener stacks two Hinge dates back-to-back, shows up late to date #2, and the text thread takes a turn that's equal parts awkward and hilarious. Then things get real when a “perpetual girlfriend” realizes she wants marriage… and her boyfriend very much does not. Finally, we hop over to Portugal/Ireland for a long-distance romance that felt amazing for one weekend, but might be moving a little too fast, so what's the move before she moves home? Expect travel chaos, dating math, and Jared's signature “I'm not saying it's bad, but…” energy.Jared is on tour!

Greg Bluestein and Tia Mitchell tackle a packed Monday mailbag dominated by questions about the FBI raid on the Fulton County Elections office and what it could mean for trust in Georgia's voting system. They break down the unsealed affidavit, revisit the long-debunked allegations at the heart of the probe, and examine the political response from state leaders, including Brad Raffensperger. The episode also turns to the alleged First Liberty Ponzi scheme and growing concerns about a potential Department of Homeland Security shutdown tied to the immigration debate 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the recent National Marriage Week and Valentine's Day, Lionshare's Dave Buehring talks about marriage:  how do we help each other grow closer to God and help them live into what God's calling him/her to do and be?  How do you live into the commitment of you and your spouse walking with each other through life, forever?  Then, Carmen dips into the Monday Mailbag to answer a question on how do we think well with all the sordid details coming out with the Epstein Files.   The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Greg Bluestein hosts this episode with AJC Washington bureau chief Tia Mitchell to break down two open congressional seats and the Republican power struggles they have triggered. They examine Rep. Barry Loudermilk's decision not to seek reelection and the behind-the-scenes maneuvering in a safely Republican district. They also look at northwest Georgia's 14th District, where President Donald Trump's endorsement has upended a crowded special election to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene, and what the broader turnover could mean for Georgia's delegation. 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 break down the shock entry of billionaire Rick Jackson into Georgia's race for governor and what it means for an already crowded Republican field. GOP strategist Stephen Lawson weighs in on how Jackson's money, outsider message, and alignment with President Donald Trump could scramble the fight for the MAGA base and alter the strategies of rivals like Burt Jones, Chris Carr, and Brad Raffensperger. 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 talks with AJC investigative reporter Dylan Jackson about the AJC's sweeping investigation into PFAS contamination tied to northwest Georgia's carpet industry. Dylan walks through how decades of chemical use moved through Dalton Utilities and into waterways, soil and residents' blood, often with little public disclosure. They size up the political response at the Gold Dome, including stalled efforts to shield carpet companies from liability and Georgia's reliance on federal regulators. The discussion also looks ahead to unresolved questions about cleanup costs, regulation and the long-term impact on communities downstream. Forever Stained: An AJC Investigative Series Contaminated: The Carpet Industry's Toxic Legacy, a FRONTLINE documentary 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 Seahawks beating the Patriots in Super Bowl LX and explains why the Packers SHOULD be closer than fans are saying. Caleb Durbin has been traded to Boston, callers react and Matt Arnold's comments are played. Monday Mailbag closes the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jared kicks off Mailbag Monday from Delray Beach with a classic rant: preorder his book Walking Red Flag (mostly to prove his dad wrong) and please don't DM him excuses for missing shows. Then he dives into a birthday-party mystery when two very sentimental Chiefs commemorative Coca-Colas disappear from the garage fridge… and the prime suspect is a friend's “used car salesman” husband with a history of cheating and sketchy behavior. Next, a woman wonders if it's needy to ask why her guy ditched their brunch for Super Bowl plans. Finally, a bride-to-be panics over wedding speeches because she wants one best friend to speak… but not the other. Jared is on tour!

Bob McElligott answers your Columbus Blue Jackets questions.

Greg Bluestein hosts alongside Patricia Murphy for a look at the growing backlash against data centers under the Gold Dome. State Sen. Greg Dolezal makes the case for repealing tax incentives, arguing the projects drive up power and water costs while delivering limited public benefit. Public Service Commissioner Peter Hubbard weighs how data center growth affects electricity rates and what leverage regulators and lawmakers have as demand surges. 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

Carmen LaBerge opens the Monday Mailbag to offer perspective over the recent controversy over unsavory videos shared on the President's social media account.  Why are we angry about videos that depicted former Presidents and Mrs. Obama in what many see as racist ways?  Bioethicist and theologian Scott Stiegemeyer, author of "Responding to Transgenderism in Light of God's Word," helps us look at transgender ideology, how does that go against both God's word and creation's design.   The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Greg Bluestein is joined by Tia Mitchell for a look at how faith continues to shape politics in Georgia, from the U.S. Senate to a crowded congressional race in northwest Georgia. They begin with Sen. Raphael Warnock's reflections on how his pastoral role informs his views on policy, power, and political responsibility, then turn to an interview with Pastor Tom Gray, a Republican candidate in the GA-14 race, who argues that conservative politics are rooted in biblical principles and should guide government decision-making. 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 Atlanta Journal-Constitution's senior political reporter Greg Bluestein is joined by columnist Patricia Murphy, as the pair discuss what's next in last week's FBI raid on a Fulton County election warehouse. Murphy and Bluestein discuss the possibility of criminal charges and whether President Donald Trump's allies will try to take over Fulton's elections. Then, the duo talks about Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger breaking his silence on the raid. Raffensperger is a candidate for Georgia governor 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. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Atlanta Journal-Constitution senior political reporter Greg Bluestein and podcast executive producer Shane Backler drive to Georgia's 14th Congressional District in northwest Georgia to hear how voters are feeling about former U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's sudden resignation. AJC senior columnist Patricia Murphy and Greg Bluestein discuss the wide range of candidates looking to fill the seat as nearly two dozen candidates are running in the special election. 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.⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mailbag Monday is in full “tough love, but make it helpful” mode as Jared breaks down three modern dating headaches: the ex who keeps popping up with cryptic, ego-soaked poetry, the couple doing “ethical non-monogamy” that somehow feels like a sad group project, and the doctor who's back a year later claiming the relationship ended because you “didn't believe he was busy.” Jared's main theme is clear: you don't need a courtroom-level case to leave someone who makes you feel emotionally unsafe, and you definitely don't owe your time to people who rewrite history to avoid accountability. He also goes on a mini-rant about how we digest texts like they're meals (and why blocking is sometimes self-care). Equal parts funny, blunt, and weirdly calming, like having a friend grab your phone mid-spiral and go, “Nope. We're not doing this today.Jared is on tour!

Bob McElligott answers your Columbus Blue Jackets questions.

Greg Bluestein is joined by Tia Mitchell and Patricia Murphy to break down questions from across Georgia, starting with a bill that would shift securities regulation away from the Secretary of State's office as the state investigates the collapse of First Liberty Banking and Loan. They also take up concerns over kindergarten enrollment rules in Gwinnett County, weigh how much stock to put in election betting markets versus polling, and assess early signs of tension and strategy in Georgia's emerging 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

Lionshare's Dave Buehring helps us think of those around us who are going through life transitions (a new job, a job loss, a move, a loss of a loved one, etc).  How do we meet them where they are at, support them, and walk with them like Jesus would?  Carmen LaBerge opens the Monday Mailbag answer a question regarding the appropriation and manipulation of a Bible verse by protesters.  What is textjacking?  How do you prevent yourself from missusing God's word for a pet cause?   The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.basuandgodin.comOn this episode of the Basu & Godin Notebook ⬇️➡️ Slafkovsky isn't slowing down (0:00)➡️ A different version of Jakub Dobes (8:00)➡️ The Dach we/they were waiting for (15:30)➡️ As long as Matty's out there, I feel good' (22:00)➡️ Monday Mailbag (46:40)#hockey #canadiensmtl #basuandgodin #thenotebook #habs #podcast -Subscribe on our website for exclusive…

In this special edition of Politically Georgia, host Greg Bluestein is joined by Patricia Murphy to break down the FBI's raid on Fulton County's election warehouse, where federal agents seized hundreds of boxes of 2020 election materials. The move marks a dramatic escalation tied to former President Donald Trump's renewed claims about the election. Greg and Patricia unpack what the raid could mean for Georgia's election system heading into 2026, including fears among Democrats that it could pave the way for a state takeover of Fulton County elections. They also share reaction from state lawmakers, revealing sharp partisan divides and deep concerns about what comes next for voting rights and election oversight in 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AJC Washington bureau chief Tia Mitchell examines how a deadly federal immigration enforcement shooting in Minneapolis is reverberating through Georgia politics, as Democratic senators Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock threaten to block a government funding bill unless new limits on ICE are included. She explains why a partial government shutdown appears increasingly likely and how Republican challengers are seizing on the issue in a heated election year. The episode then features a recorded roundtable hosted by AJC reporters Maya T. Prabhu and Michelle Baruchman with state Reps. Yasmin Neal and Clint Crowe, both former police detectives. The lawmakers offer sharply different views on the Minnesota shooting, the role of ICE in Georgia, and how immigration enforcement affects public trust, while also identifying areas where bipartisan cooperation on public safety could still emerge under the Gold Dome. 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 Greg Bluestein sits down with state Rep. Akbar Ali, the 21-year-old freshman lawmaker who just became the youngest member of the Georgia General Assembly. Ali talks about his rapid rise from community organizing to the Gold Dome, his first bill aimed at protecting planning time for public school teachers, and why affordability, health care, and economic opportunity are driving his agenda. Later, Patricia Murphy joins Greg to put Ali's win in context, looking at how generational change is reshaping Georgia politics, why younger candidates are finding new openings with voters, and what Ali's early success could signal for the next wave of leaders at the Capitol. 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 break down the political fallout from a fatal federal immigration enforcement shooting in Minneapolis and why it's sending ripples through Georgia politics. They explain how the incident has prompted rare pushback from some Republicans, unsettled longtime GOP allies like gun rights groups, and raised new concerns about civil liberties as immigration enforcement expands into U.S. cities. They also look at how immigration is shaping Georgia's U.S. Senate race, with Sen. Jon Ossoff pressing Republican challengers to either defend or distance themselves from President Trump's approach. Greg and Patricia walk through how candidates like Mike Collins and Buddy Carter are embracing the White House line, why Derek Dooley's silence is drawing notice, and why immigration could become one of the most defining issues in a closely divided state 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sweet Lou and Ol Gregg answer the tough questions like "what if Trevor Larnach was a righty," "what relievers are left," and "should the Twins trade Joe Ryan?" Gregg has a great pull on Lou's 70-grade 20 Questions. Comrade Cody sends in a statement.

Grant reacts to the Packers hiring of Jonathan Gannon and takes calls from Packers fans. The Seahawks and Patriots have lots of Packers connections and conversations. What are the 4 major cities in Wisconsin? Monday Mailbag closes the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Mailbag Monday from Delray Beach, and Jared's inbox is doing what it does best: exposing the chaos we all pretend isn't happening. First up, a “situationship” that's giving off mysterious relationship anxiety vibes, an age gap, daily drinks, and a whole lot of “we” language for something that isn't actually a “we.” Then a freshly single 31-year-old wonders if her breakup for political differences was valid. Was her breakup valid? Finally, a NYC listener needs a birthday dinner strategy when her favorite one-on-one friend turns into a group-setting chaos grenade. Jared lays out the only real options: set boundaries, make it their choice, or keep the reservation (and your peace) on lockdown!Jared is on tour!

Bob McElligott answers all of your Columbus Blue Jackets questions.

Hosts Greg Bluestein and Tia Mitchell answer listener questions in this Monday mailbag episode of Politically Georgia. They start with whether Senate Republicans made a strategic mistake by voting against Affordable Care Act health care subsidies as costs rise for Georgians. They explain why Democrats forced those votes, how GOP candidates are defending them, and why the issue is likely to loom large in the U.S. Senate race. They also touch on a brewing fight over “academic redshirting” in Georgia schools, the state of the governor's race, and growing scrutiny of mystery political ads targeting Lt. Gov. Burt Jones. Greg and Tia break down what the law requires when it comes to disclosure, why the ads live in a legal gray area, and how dark money is already shaping Georgia's 2026 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.basuandgodin.comOn this episode of the Basu & Godin Notebook ⬇️➡️ Concerns in net… again ? (0:00)➡️ Losing grip in the third period (12:20)➡️ The PK's horrific stretch (17:50)➡️ Calling up Fowler before the break (32:30)➡️ Monday Mailbag (44:45)#hockey #canadiensmtl #basuandgodin #thenotebook #habs #podcast -Subscribe on our website for exclusive content➡️ https://www.…

Host Greg Bluestein is joined by Patricia Murphy for an in-depth conversation with Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr. Carr lays out an anti-corruption proposal that he says would be the toughest in the nation, and explains why cleaning up state and local government is a central plank of his campaign for governor. Greg and Patricia discuss how Carr's pitch fits into a crowded GOP primary, the growing voter frustration with ethics and transparency, and how his record as attorney general shapes his case for higher office as the 2026 governor's race begins to take shape. 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 devotes the episode to education policy as Georgia's legislative session gets underway. She speaks with Rep. Scott Hilton about expanding Georgia's cellphone ban from middle schools to high schools, the early results from existing restrictions, and why lawmakers say limiting screen time is improving student engagement and mental health. In the second segment, Patricia is joined by Rep. Stacey Evans to discuss Governor Brian Kemp's proposal to create Georgia's first need-based college scholarship program. Evans explains why the investment could be a game-changer for students priced out of higher education and how rare bipartisan momentum may shape education funding debates in the months ahead. 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 break down Governor Brian Kemp's State of the State address, where he dipped deeper into Georgia's surplus while warning future leaders against draining the rainy day fund. They analyze the political message behind Kemp's final budget, including tax rebates, a surprise push for need-based scholarships, and why he pushed back on sweeping income tax elimination plans. Then, Greg and Patricia turn to the escalating money wars shaping Georgia's 2026 races. They examine Sen. Jon Ossoff's massive fundraising haul and the mysterious, multimillion-dollar anonymous ad campaign hammering Lt. Gov. Burt Jones. They explain why the source of the spending remains hidden, how it exploits gaps in disclosure laws, and why it has rattled candidates across the political spectrum. 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

Mailbag Monday from Delray Beach has Jared answering real questions with zero judgment, but maybe a few jokes. This wee,k he breaks down how to keep Super Bowl betting fun without spiraling, how much couple socializing is actually required in your mid-20s, and how to date casually after divorce without inviting chaos. Expect honest advice, relatable rants.. you know the JTrain drill!Jared is on tour!

Bob McElligott answers all of your Columbus Blue Jackets questions.

On this special Martin Luther King Jr. Day episode, host Greg Bluestein is joined by Tia Mitchell and Patricia Murphy for a look back at one of the most consequential civil rights battles in Georgia politics. Producer Natalie Mendenhall tells the story of Julian Bond, who was elected to the Georgia House in 1965 but blocked from taking office by fellow lawmakers, sparking protests, national outrage, and a landmark Supreme Court ruling. The episode also features Natalie's interview with Michael Julian Bond, who reflects on his father's legacy, the personal toll of that fight, and why Julian Bond's stand for free speech and democratic representation still resonates as Georgia lawmakers return to the Capitol today. 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 Big Ten has dominated the College Football Playoff in recent seasons and it's raising real questions about the future balance of power in college football.SIGN up for our FREE 3x weekly Big 12 newsletter here: https://signup.e2ma.net/signup/2013905/1964875/In this Monday Mailbag episode, Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo dives into whether Big Ten CFP dominance could eventually push the SEC toward another realignment move, including speculation around whether the league might target a major brand like Miami.Plus, we hit several more Big 12 fan questions on the transfer portal, the future of realignment, NIL, and what comes next for college football's power structure, including the College Football Playoff future.

Jared opens Mailbag Monday from Delray with gratitude, beach energy, and a reminder that anonymous advice hits harder than biased friends. The standout email comes from a listener who went on six “pretty good” dates and can't stop thinking about bunny-rabbit sex, being asked to fetch latkes, and having to share a single hot dog at a hockey game. Jared's verdict is clear and funny: if it's still only “pretty good” after six dates, that's already your answer. He reframes dating like investing, asking whether this relationship could realistically get 10 percent better and become a life you actually want. The lesson is not that she's too picky, but that chemistry matters more than politeness and settling only builds resentment. Classic JTrain delivers a warm hug, a reality check, and permission to move on without guilt! Jared is on tour!

Toppling the leader of Venezuela looks to be about greed and Trump's vanity. It's not about national security, and is likely to produce bad outcomes—including more repression of ordinary Venezuelans and more refugees fleeing the country. And even the monetary value of plundering a sovereign country's oil is vastly overstated. Meanwhile, fake imagery of Venezuelans celebrating in response to the US intervention are being shared across social media, and a polymarket bet before the strike smacks of insider trading. Plus, the idiocy of the Donroe Doctrine, JD Vance should shut up, Tim Walz was not ready for national politics, Hegseth looks like a total dork over the censure of Mark Kelly, and Tim reads from the Monday Mailbag. Bill Kristol joins Tim Miller. show notes Will Saletan's guide on the other countries Trump could target Monday's "Morning Shots," including Mark Hertling on the "belly-button rule"  Tim's 2025 Music Year in Review  Smalls New Year's Special - get 60% off your first order, plus free shipping, when you head to Smalls.com/THEBULWARK. Start your new morning ritual & get up to 43% off your @MUDWTR with code THEBULWARK at mudwtr.com/THEBULWARK! #mudwtrpod

Jared kicks off the real first Monday of 2026 with Mailbag Monday energy, reminding listeners that resolutions start now and inviting everyone to put their brain on the shelf. The first email comes from a self-proclaimed “classy” guy spiraling over a friend's engagement ring he finds tacky, and Jared's advice is simple: if no one asked for feedback, keep it to yourself. Next, a listener admits she's stuck in a two-year-long-distance situation with a man who has never wanted commitment, while dating a “nice and consistent” guy she feels less excited about, and Jared delivers tough love that she's chasing vacation-mode potential, not a real relationship. Finally, a listener feels awkward chasing friends for Venmo pizza money. Jared is on tour!

Mailbag Monday lands in the weird, snack-filled limbo between Christmas and New Year's, and Jared proudly reminds you that while other podcasts are “resting,” Uncle J Train is still clocking in. He tackles a Hallmark-level dilemma about crushing on a cute, ring-free optometrist and how to shoot your shot without turning it into a LinkedIn crime scene. Then he breaks down the “fifth date shut down” question and why silence afterward can actually be a helpful answer for both people. The episode takes a surprisingly sweet turn with a one-year-later follow-up from a listener who finally said “I love you” after a divorce—and it worked—sending Jared into full sentimental mode. It's equal parts dating advice, gentle pep talk, and holiday-season camaraderie.Jared is on tour!