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A former US ambassador to Switzerland shares her insights into what makes the Swiss tick — and what their society gets right. Then an astronomer helps us imagine what sort of views we'd enjoy if we could travel to planets in our solar system. And a guidebook author from Anchorage tells us why south-central Alaska can be a fun place for a winter visit. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode descriptions, program archives and related details - visit www.ricksteves.com.

Friday marks the 35th World AIDS Day and 20th anniversary of the United States President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). The theme for World AIDS Day 35 is “Remember and Commit.” A lot has changed since the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention first defined HIV/AIDS in 1981. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recently set a collaborative goal to end the HIV epidemic by 2030. On Friday's special edition of “Closer Look with Rose Scott,” Rose talks with guests about the progress and continuing challenges in combating the disease in the state of Georgia. Guests include: Daphne Walker, the division director for the Housing Assistance Division at Georgia Department of Community Affairs Dr. Patrick Sullivan, an AIDSVu principal scientist and a professor of epidemiology at Emory University's Rollins School of Public Health Mia Allison, an assistant pastor at Hope For Tomorrow Deliverance Center WABE Host and reporter Jim BurressSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Theatrical Outfit artistic director Matt Torney and director Rosemary Newcott discuss “A Christmas Story” on stage at the Balzer Theatre at Herren's through December 24. Plus, H Johnson joins us for the latest edition of H Johnson's Jazz Moment, and we hear about “Graffiti Class ATL.”See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Following a court order, Georgia lawmakers are currently in a special session to redraw the district lines for several state legislature and congressional seats. WABE politics Rahul Bali discusses the latest.Plus, a hearing is being held to determine if Sandersville Railroad Company can legally condemn property in Sparta, Georgia to build a 4.5-mile rail line. It would reportedly transform parts of the rural and predominately Black neighborhood into a rock quarry and asphalt plant. Rose talks with property owners Janet and Mark Smith, whose descendants purchased 600 acres in the area in 1926. The Smiths discuss what they are doing to protect their land. Lastly, Detria Austin Everson was recently named the CEO of the John and Lillian Miles Lewis Foundation. The veteran nonprofit leader talks with Rose about her background in philanthropy, commitment to social justice and her top goals as the leader of the foundation.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Academy Award-winning cinematographer Roger Deakins and co-author James Ellis Deakins discuss “Byways,” a book of Roger Deakins' still photography, before their Atlanta signing event at the Plaza Theater. Plus, artist Virginia Derryberry details her solo exhibition, “Private Domain,” on view at the Marrietta Cobb Museum of Art, and Karen Kelly explains how the Children's Museum of Atlanta is putting kids in touch with their emotions in the new exhibition, “Emotions at Play with Pixar's ‘Inside Out.'”See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Alcoholics Anonymous marks its beginning when one hopelessly addicted drunk realized that connecting with a fellow-sufferer would create a safe zone in which both could stop their downward spiral. To view additional resources for this episode please visit: humanmedia.org/EPISODEPAGELINK Follow “Humankind on Public Radio” at: https://www.humanmedia.org/podcast/ Human Media performs public broadcasting production and distribution activities in association […]

  On November 2, 1999, a Xerox technician in Honolulu, Hawaii killed his supervisor and 6 other co-workers in what is considered to be the worst mass shooting in the history of Hawaii.     -K&O   Rate, Review and Subscribe on the platforms of your choice. Check us out on Instagram to join in the discussions about the case! Comment on the case related post, we can't wait to hear your thoughts. @podcastbyproxy Intro music made by: https://soundcloud.com/aiakos    These Serial Killers In Hawaii (And Other Monsters) Will Keep You Awake (onlyinyourstate.com) Byran Uyesugi | Criminal Minds Wiki | Fandom Massacre's 20th Anniversary: Lessons from the Xerox Murders | Hawai'i Public Radio (hawaiipublicradio.org) 20 years ago, a killer shattered the morning calm and changed Hawaii forever (hawaiinewsnow.com) The Chilling Story Behind The Worst Mass Shooting in Hawaii | by The True Historian | Lessons from History | Medium State v. Uyesugi, 100 Haw. 442 | Casetext Search + Citator State v. Uyesugi (hawaii.gov) Repairman Convicted in Hawaii Murders - CBS News  

Pulitzer Prize-winning author Douglas A. Blackmon discusses his new documentary “The Harvest.” In the film, he looks back at how school integration transformed his hometown of Leland, Mississippi. Plus, we spotlight local artist OSKIADE Jaleel in our series “Speaking of Art.” Also, the “City Lights” team gathers to talk about holiday concerts happening in the month of December.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Kathryn McClymond was recently named the 18th president of Oglethorpe University, making her the first woman to lead the liberal arts college in Brookhaven. She talks with Rose about her new role and her top priorities, including assisting first-year college students through a DEI program. Plus, Tanisha C. Ford, a historian, author and professor of history at The Graduate Center at City University of New York, talks with Rose about her new book, "Our Secret Society." The book profiles Mollie Moon and others who organized fundraising events for the civil rights movement.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dignitaries, including current and former presidents and first ladies, gathered for a final tribute to former first lady Rosalynn Carter. Glenn Memorial United Methodist Church hosted the memorial on the campus of Emory University. It's among the many memorial services being held over a three-day period. WABE politics reporter Sam Gringlas reports on the latest. Plus, the Brennan Center for Justice held a press conference today to discuss a new report that reveals severe underrepresentation of Asian, Black, and Latino Georgians on county commissions and school boards. Rose shares their findings. Lastly, Dr. Dhaval Desai, an internal medicine/pediatrics specialist in inpatient medicine and the director of hospital medicine at Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital, discusses his new memoir, “Burning Out on the COVID Front Lines."See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Alliance Theatre co-artistic director Christopher Moses and High Museum director of education Andrew Westover discuss their collaboration for the High Museum exhibit “Beatrix Potter: Drawn to Nature” and the Alliance Theatre's “Into the Burrow: A Peter Rabbit Tale.” Plus, we visit with Liz Roberts, the loyal shopper-turned-owner of Indie Craft Experience and hear about their upcoming Holiday Shopping Spectacular.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode was recorded on October 15th, 2023 at the WVU Canady Creative Arts Center in Morgantown, WV. The lineup includes Vince Herman Band, Roy Book Binder, Teddy Thompson & Jenni Muldaur, Kat Wright, and Larry & Joe. https://bit.ly/46I8v8s

Atlanta radio legend Ryan Cameron stops by to discuss his new podcast series “Amplify Color.” Plus, we hear about the world's largest known classic car junkyard located just an hour north of Atlanta, and artists Jean T. Guay and Joseph Guay detail Jean's first solo exhibition, “Timelapse,” on view through January 7 at the Grant & Little Gallery in Grant Park.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tour guides from Lisbon paint audio pictures of the vivid art that colors the streets of Portugal, then a journalist and former diplomat tells of how curiosity led him to meet with healers in the jungles of Nicaragua and Belize. And travel writer Richard Grant explains how a particularly bitter Yukon winter in Dawson City inspired Jack London to write one of his most famous tales of the North. Plus, Rick's in-house art expert gives us a close-up appreciation of Leonardo's Mona Lisa. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode descriptions, program archives and related details - visit www.ricksteves.com.

New research suggests that people who actively cultivate gratitude in their lives become both more content and physically healthier, but Oakland, California writer Catherine Price wanted to find out for herself. To view additional resources for this episode please visit: humanmedia.org/EPISODEPAGELINK Follow “Humankind on Public Radio” at: https://www.humanmedia.org/podcast/ Human Media performs public broadcasting production and distribution activities […]

In Survival Food, the author Thomas Weso shares stories and recipes from his youth on the reservation in Wisconsin's Northwoods.

On this edition of the show, we explore public radio history, specifically the origins of public radio in the United States, including the important role played by college and university-based stations. Josh Shepperd joins to talk about his new book, Shadow of the New Deal: The Victory of Public Broadcasting, which examines the intersections between […] The post Podcast #336 – Educational Radio and the Beginnings of Public Radio appeared first on Radio Survivor.

Georgia Early Education Alliance for Ready Students (GEEARS) is a local nonprofit leading a collaborative effort to foster quality early learning and healthy development for children from birth to five-years-old. Stephanie Blank, the board chair for GEEARS, and Mindy Binderman, the executive director for GEEARS, discuss the work of their organization, the state of early childhood education in Georgia and possible solutions to improve the health and wellbeing of the state's children.Plus, Georgia State marketing professor Denish Shah is an expert on the impact of digital technologies on consumer behavior and marketing. He talks with Rose about the evolution of AI and virtualization and how the technologies can be used to influence the retail space.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Wisconsin Supreme Court justices will now be trying to digest the legislative redistricting case they heard on Tuesday and attempting to issue a ruling on what may be a sped-up timetable.

Gerontologist and author Dr. Eilon Caspi discusses his new children's book, "What I've Learned About Grandma's Memory." Plus, Ben Trickey takes the stage in our series, "Speaking of Music," and Tracie Revis of the Muskogee Creek Nation details some of Georgia's Indigenous landmarks. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Wisconsin Supreme Court hears arguments in a case that could toss what critics say are the state's lopsided legislative maps.

The Greendale High School Marching Band will represent Wisconsin in this year's Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City.

This episode was recorded on October 1st, 2023 at the Moss Arts Center in Blacksburg, VA. The lineup includes Hot Tuna, Mick Flannery, Viv & Riley, William Lee Ellis, and Kaia Kater. https://bit.ly/3GapGo7

Wisconsin's state supreme court takes up a lawsuit that could affect how state legislative lines are drawn. Find out what's key to know, from the big picture to the nitty gritty.

A new national report drives home the message that no person – or place – is immune to the impacts of climate change. The National Climate Assessment, released every five years, came out last week.

MarketLook is your guide to the ups and downs of economics. Hosted by Stephen Zaddy, each episode takes an in-depth look at how our volatile economy is affecting everybody from the ultra-wealthy to the working stiffs. Plus, we take a look at how all the markets are performing today.On this episode, Stephen takes a closer look at how the ongoing landlord strike is affecting the rental market. How are renters reacting to simple fact that they don't have to pay rent while their landlords and building managers are refusing to work.This WLHR podcast was written by Anna Rubanova and performed by Adam Bozarth.Featuring Matt Catanzano (Host of Protected Under Parody at the L.A. Alamo Drafthouse, Deep Cutz on YouTube, @matt_catanzano on TikTok), Sebastian Deken (author of Final Fantasy VI from Boss Fight Books), and Brett White (@brettwhite, @deciderdotcom, @barbhardly, @musthaveseentv).If you would like to support fake public radio, please visit https://www.patreon.com/lefthandedradio and become a patron today!WLHR merchandise is available at teepublic.com/user/left-handed-radioMORE MERCH: http://www.lefthandedradio.com/merchLeftHandedRadio.com | patreon.com/LeftHandedRadiohttp://twitch.tv/lefthandedradiofacebook.com/LeftHandedRadio | instagram.com/lefthandedradio | twitter.com/LeftHandedRadiolefthandedradio@gmail.com | https://www.tiktok.com/@lefthandedradioSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tattoo artist and business owner Miya Bailey discusses the “November Nights” group exhibition at Hidden Gallery in Castleberry Hill. Plus, Jewel Wicker, host of the WABE podcast “The Boom,” discusses the tentative agreement to end the SAG-AFTRA strike and what comes next for the Atlanta industry. Then, Eddie Coleman takes the stage in our series, “Speaking of Comedy,” and we hear about WABE TV's Thanksgiving Day SOUNDS LIKE ATL concert film featuring the world-renowned Spelman College Glee Club.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

People across Georgia and all around the world are mourning the passing of former first lady Rosalynn Carter. Mrs. Carter, who was married to former President Jimmy Carter for 77 years, died on Sunday at 96. For Monday's edition of “Closer Look,” show host Rose Scott talked with several guests about Mrs. Carter's life, legacy and global humanitarian work. Guest include:Dr. Eve Byrd, the director of the Carter Center's Mental Health ProgramAtlanta City Council President Doug Shipman,Cynthia Wainscott, a former member of the National Council on DisabilityGeorgia House of Representative Mary Margaret Oliver, who represents House District 82Dr. Kortni Alston Lemon, a happiness scholar and the chair of the Department of Communication, Art, and Design at Gardner-Webb University, who serves on the United States Advisory Board for the Rosalynn Carter Fellowships for Mental Health JournalismWABE politics reporter Rahul BaliSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A culinary historian tells us what's traditionally been on the Thanksgiving table over the years. The head of the World Food Program USA updates us on the work that goes into feeding the world's most impoverished communities. Also, we remember Tucson-based travel writer Tom Miller. And we get a taste of the variety of sausages people enjoy year-round in Germany. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode descriptions, program archives and related details - visit www.ricksteves.com.

Questions remain as to who'll be on the field for the Brewers in 2024.

Noni Battiste-Kosoko spent 53 days in jail at the Atlanta City Detention Center for not showing up to court on a misdemeanor charge. On July 11th, she was reportedly found unresponsive in her cell – six days after her 19th birthday. Shashu Battiste, Noni's mother, and Sho Watson, the family's attorney, talk with Rose Scott about what they've been told about Noni's death and the answers they are still seeking from authorities. Plus, André 3000 just released his first solo album, and his latest release in nearly two decades. Rodney Carmichael, NPR Music's hip-hop staff writer, talks with Rose about the Atlanta legend's new album, ‘New Blue Sun' and his recent conversation with André.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We listen back to “City Lights” host Lois Reitzes speak with comedian and Dope Queen Phoebe Robinson about her book “Everything's Trash, But That's Okay.” Plus, comedian Dan Soder is performing at the Buckhead Theatre on Dec. 9. We revisit Reitzes' conversation with him when he was in town in 2019. And Dr. Mary Schmidt Campbell, former president of Spelman College, discusses her biography of the artist Romare Bearden, “An American Odyssey: The Life and Work of Romare Bearden.”See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In recent years, Winooski, Montpelier and Burlington made it possible for all legal residents to vote — including asylum seekers, refugees and green card holders like our winning question-asker, Charlotte Blend. Charlotte has been excited to vote on local issues and she's curious about the impact of the rule changes in the towns where it's now legal. Reporter Mikaela Lefrak talks to new Vermont voters — and a lot of city clerks — about how the at-times controversial changes in local election policy have affected three Vermont cities, from their councils and school boards to their residents.  Find the web version of this story here.This episode was reported by Mikaela Lefrak and produced by Sabine Poux. Editing and additional production from the rest of the Brave Little State team: Josh Crane and Burgess Brown. Digital support from Sophie Stephens. Angela Evancie is Brave Little State's Executive producer. Theme music is by Ty Gibbons; other music by Blue Dot Sessions.Special thanks to Martin Austermuhle, Elaine Wang, Liz Edsell, Tracy Dolan and Anna Tadio.As always, our journalism is better when you're a part of it:Ask a question about VermontVote on the question you want us to tackle nextSign up for the BLS newsletterSay hi on Instagram and Reddit @bravestatevtDrop us an email: hello@bravelittlestate.orgCall our BLS hotline: 802-552-4880Make a gift to support people-powered journalismLeave us a rating/review in your favorite podcast appTell your friends about the show!Brave Little State is a production of Vermont Public and a proud member of the NPR Network.

Atlanta media maven Mara Davis stops by with everything you want to know about Friendsgiving. Plus, artist Pilar discusses the new exhibition “Hyperobjects,” André 3000 talks to NPR's Rodney Carmichael about his new album, and artist Steve Allan takes the spotlight in our series, “Speaking of Art.”See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Quincy Carter, a former NFL quarterback, was recently inducted into the Georgia High School Hall of Fame. He now serves as the president of The Quincy Carter Foundation and the position coach at Southwest DeKalb High. Carter talks with Rose about his career, struggles with an addiction and how he's using his life lessons to inspire the next generation of athletes. Plus, Timothy Shriver, a disability rights advocate and the chairman of Special Olympics, explains how his organization is working to make sure schools in Georgia and across the world are more inclusive, and that they have the infrastructure, resources and tools to support students with intellectual disabilitiesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

More than a million Americans are locked in jails and prisons. Helping them recover from earlier trauma can safeguard society. Hear the stories of ex-prisoners who've begun to heal, through the inspired work of Robin Casarjian. To view additional resources for this episode please visit: humanmedia.org/EPISODEPAGELINK Follow “Humankind on Public Radio” at: https://www.humanmedia.org/podcast/ Human Media performs public […]

Georgia Tech is working to establish new research partnerships with minority-serving institutions and HBCUs through its Research Collaboration Initiative. George White, a principal research engineer and the senior director for Strategic Partnerships at Georgia Tech, and Taiesha Smith, the senior program manager for HBCUs and minority-serving institutions Research Partnerships at Georgia Tech, discuss details about the initiative.Plus, in December of 2018, for the launch of ‘Closer Look's Open For Business' series Rose interviewed Tremayne Perry, the owner of BUZZ Coffee and Winehouse. Five years later, the coffeeshop that has become a neighborhood staple in the Cascade Heights community is closing. Perry returns to the program to discuss why. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Milwaukee Public Schools improved slightly on its latest state report card, which looks at data including test scores, graduations rates and absenteeism.

Baking artist Robert Lucas, also known as “The Sweet Impact,” details his time as a coach on the Netflix series, “The Big Nailed It Baking Challenge.” Plus, Eric Toledo of Quiet Hounds takes the stage in our series, Speaking of Music,” and we hear from Atlanta drag superstar EllaSauras Rex ahead of the premiere of her new one-woman show, “Leaving Ellanta.”See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ban on floor amendments during Senate action leaves one lawmaker feeling cheated.

Leo Schumaker's "Bluesland" music podcast from Nov. 9, 2023. Here is some fine music for your listening pleasure. Included are Bonnie Raitt, Taj Mahal, George Thorogood, The Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band, The Allman Brothers and more. Thanks for being my friend. See you on the radio Thursday 7-9 PM. 

Hundreds of people protested near the proposed site for the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center on Monday. For a roundtable discussion, just one day after the demonstration, Beliks Terán, the mother of environmental activist Manuel Terán, Jamie Peck, a spokesperson for Block Cop City, Dr. Jacqueline Echols, board president of South River Watershed Alliance, and Rev. Keyanna Jones, an Atlanta-based minister and an organizer with Community Movement Builders, joined “Closer Look.” The guests discussed several topics, including Manuel's life and legacy, why they oppose the building of the $90 million facility, the overlap between civil rights and environmental justice, and ongoing efforts to stop the construction of the training center.Plus, a little under one year away from the 2024 presidential election, the race is heating up. Fred Hicks, an Atlanta-based political strategist and analyst, and Dr. Tammy Greer, a clinical assistant professor in the Department of Public Management and Policy at Georgia State University, discuss last week's election and who is leading in polls for the presidential race.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bobbi Hohmann, Fernbank's VP of Programming & Collections, details their newest exhibition, "Vikings: Warriors of the Sea." Plus, we hear about the new documentary from the AJC, "The South Got Something to Say," and Beate Sass and Moira Bucciarelli discuss their documentation of the history of the United Methodist Children's Home, currently on view at the Dekalb History Center.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode was recorded on September 24rd, 2023 at the Franklin Theatre in Franklin, TN. The lineup includes Jason Isbell, Hailey Whitters, The Band of Heathens, Tracy Nelson, and Adeem the Artist. 

On Monday's edition of “Closer Look” we go inside of the National Center for Civil and Human Rights where show host Rose Scott recently moderated a panel discussion on Nov. 1, about Black wealth in Atlanta. The event focused on the Atlanta Wealth Building Initiative's comprehensive report titled Building A Beloved Economy: A Baseline and Framework for Building Black Wealth in Atlanta.Panelists include: Hope Wollensack, the founding executive director of the Georgia Resilience & Opportunity Fund (The GRO Fund) Tamieka Atkins, the executive director of ProGeorgia Donte Miller, the co-founder and president of the Village Micro Fund Dontá Council, a principal adviser on the Community and Economic Development (CED) team at the Federal Reserve Bank of AtlantaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.