Podcasts about Savannah Morning News

Charles Farrar Browne is often called the first standup comedian. He was, in the 1860s, wildly famous, but his early death, and the soaring career of one of his friends, have contributed to Browne fading from the spotlight in history. Research: “Born 1834; Married 1835. Artemus Ward's Alleged Widow Claims His Estate.” The Savannah Morning News. April 15, 1891. https://www.newspapers.com/image/852548808/?match=1&terms=artemus%20ward Britannica, The Editors of Encyclopaedia. "Artemus Ward". Encyclopedia Britannica, 22 Apr. 2024, https://www.britannica.com/biography/Artemus-Ward Dahl, Curtis. “Artemus Ward: Comic Panoramist.” The New England Quarterly, vol. 32, no. 4, 1959, pp. 476–85. JSTOR, https://doi.org/10.2307/362502 Hingston, Edward P. “The Genial Showman, Reminiscences of the Life of Artemus Ward.” London: Chatto and Windus. 1881. https://archive.org/details/genialshowmanrem00hingiala/page/n5/mode/2up Hofferth, Micah. “Charles Farrar Browne, the Sometimes-racist Father of Standup Comedy.” Vulture. Feb. 28, 2012. https://www.vulture.com/2012/02/charles-farrar-browne-the-sometimes-racist-father-of-standup-comedy.html “Mark Twain on Artemus Ward.” The Albany Evening Journal. Nov. 29, 1871. https://twain.lib.virginia.edu/roughingit/lecture/awlectaj.html Reed, John Q. “Artemus Ward's First Lecture.” American Literature, vol. 32, no. 3, 1960, pp. 317–19. JSTOR, http://www.jstor.org/stable/2922080 Seitz, Don C. “Artemus Ward.” Harper & Brothers. 1919. Accessed online: https://archive.org/stream/artemuswardchar00seituoft/artemuswardchar00seituoft_djvu.txt “Ward, Artemus (1834-1867).” The Vault at Pfaff's, Lehigh University. https://pfaffs.web.lehigh.edu/node/54123 Ward, Artemus. “The Complete Works of Artemus Ward.” https://www.gutenberg.org/files/6946/6946-h/6946-h.htm#bio      See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the 2-year anniversary of Rob Hessler handing the podcast over to Tamara Garvey (after having done it for 5 years)! To celebrate, Tamara, Rob, and David Laughlin - who also did the show for a few year with Rob - met up for a looooong wild chat about Savannah's creative scene and the art(s) of interviewing and writing about it.  (One thing we all agree on is the excitement of getting feedback from people who are listening to/reading our interviews HINT HINT!)     Do you want even more of our unhinged thoughts? Check out each of our social media here: https://www.instagram.com/tamgarv/ https://www.instagram.com/work_by_rob_hessler/  https://www.instagram.com/thedavidlaughlin/    Topics in our chat include: Rob insulted his way into a regular writing gig at the Savannah Morning News; the in-and-outs of the current publishing cycle of the SMN; how the nature of the 1-on-1 interview is much easier for (introverted) creatives to talk about their work than at public Artist Talks; how creating each interview episode is an art project in itself; how rewarding it is to interview a burgeoning artist and give them a little boost; particular interviews that have stood out to each of us; the time David recorded a car crash during one of his interviews; the fact that Savannah has been a cultural mecca for years and we are wondering if it has/is peaking (a la Key West), because of housing prices; we each answer a few of David's "studio questions," including a great piece of advice we've each received; Rob talks about a recent article he wrote that has drawn some heat; choosing interview subjects and the necessity of being inspired by each other; "art decorates space and music decorates time;" the shared experience of trying to protect our time and our creative labor when society tries to get these things for free.   Bonus article David found that related to our talk about Savannah! Tune in and get all the details!

Join Tamara for an interview with Adriana Iris Boatwright, a creative photographer and writer with a focus in social media. She was born and raised in Puerto Rico, and came to Georgia in 1994 by way of NYC and Germany.  Her clients include: Coca Cola, Savannah Morning News, H&M, Bath and Body Works, Ghost Coast Distillery, Paramount Pictures, Do Savannah, and more. Adriana is also an editor for La Voz Latina (a Spanish online magazine for SMN), *and* one of about 4 founding members of SOY X SOY, a space for Latino and Native American artists and creatives to meet, collaborate, and exhibit their work. * Get ready for Art Rumble - A @soy_x_soy event! 8 artists will go head to head to win it all. What they draw is up to you! So make sure you attend to participate. July 13 | 5-9 pm | Starland Yard * Check out Adriana's work and the SOY X SOY group here: https://www.instagram.com/adrianairis/  https://adrianairis.com/  https://www.instagram.com/soy_x_soy/  Topics in their chat include: How Adriana was involved in Starland becoming an artsy district from its early days, throwing theme parties at the Wormhole; how her creative career came about through her blog about her baby daughter - she wrote a post about her brother's death and it went viral, and she suddenly got photography offers from various publications, including Savannah Morning News, where she still works; she transitioned out of blogging about her daughter as she got a bit older, to writing and photographing for SMN, particularly when they first launched "Do Savannah;" she shot the covers for years, including covers with the first gay couple and the first drag queen; how much she loved doing photo shoots with bands and collaborating about their location and their visuals; the pressure that comes from having a large Instagram following and a lot of people keeping an eye on you; the fact that Savannah has about 300 professional photographers (!); the importance to her of still going out to do personal and conceptual photo shoots for fun; having to transition from film photography to digital, including teaching herself Photoshop; being a sort of "purist" who doesn't rapid-fire during a shoot; doing food photography for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and SMN; she tells a wild story about the time an alligator suddenly walked through City Market, until being rehomed by Animal Control; shooting the yearly Lowcountry Pow Wow at Hardeeville, the only one in the area; upcoming Conde Nast Traveler in England of our local coffee shop Agatha's (!); and the upcoming SOY X SOY Art Battle.   Tune in and get all the details!

In 1876 in Pickens County, Georgia, ladies were expected to marry as soon as possible to avoid becoming spinsters. So when Bob Southern chooses Kate Hamrick over Narcissa Fowler, a rivalry fueled by gossip and jealousy erupts in the small town, leaving one woman dead and another on the run. Tune in to hear what led up to that fateful day and the arguments that begged for a killer to go free.Tea of the Day: Rishi Turmeric GingerTheme Music by Brad FrankSources:Deadly Woman: Season 9 Episode 12The Sad Case of Kate Southernhttps://babel.hathitrust.org/cgi/pt?id=mdp.69015000005450&seq=6http://www.murderbygaslight.com/2022/08/mrs-southerns-sad-case.htmlThe Indiana State Sentinel - 12 Jun 1878, Wed · Page 6 https://www.newspapers.com/image/174373634/Choctaw County News - 18 Jul 1878, Thu · Page 1 https://www.newspapers.com/image/319518967/The Des Moines Register - 25 May 1878, Sat · Page 4 https://www.newspapers.com/image/127680727/Bolivar Bulletin - 27 Jun 1878, Thu · Page 4 https://www.newspapers.com/image/70784354/Memphis Daily Appeal - 26 May 1878, Sun · Page 2 https://www.newspapers.com/image/167992261/The Morristown Gazette - 05 Jun 1878, Wed · Page 1 https://www.newspapers.com/image/586425650/The Morristown Gazette - 20 Oct 1886, Wed · Page 1 https://www.newspapers.com/image/586201026/Omaha Daily Bee - 06 Feb 1882, Mon · Page 7 https://www.newspapers.com/image/738516589/Savannah Morning News - 21 Jan 1882, Sat · Page 1 https://www.newspapers.com/image/830438893/Georgia Weekly Telegraph, Journal and Messenger - 28 May 1878, Tue · Page 4https://www.newspapers.com/image/823254301/The Atlanta Constitution - 10 Feb 1878, Sun · Page 3 https://www.newspapers.com/image/26814025/The Southern Signal - 01 Mar 1878, Fri · Page 4 https://www.newspapers.com/image/356107805/The Kansas City Times - 25 May 1878, Sat · Page 2 https://www.newspapers.com/image/649360340/Boston Post - 07 May 1878, Tue · Page 2 https://www.newspapers.com/image/71795556/https://www.history.com/topics/american-civil-war/daniel-sickleshttps://blogs.loc.gov/headlinesandheroes/2022/09/murder-in-lafayette-square/https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/14710052/katherine-southernhttps://www.findagrave.com/memorial/14565257/narcissus-a_m-cowart

LISTEN: On the Monday Aug. 7 edition of Georgia Today: Rising temperatures put a strain on Georgia hospitals; an effort to unionize at the Savannah Morning News fails; and a conversation with the drummer of the Georgia-based band Mastodon. 

Join Tamara for an interview with Kristopher Monroe: "writer, editor, and freelance culture assassin with over two decades of experience writing about the arts and other symptoms of human creativity." He was born and raised in Atlanta, where he began his freelance writing career, then lived in Seattle and NYC before settling in Savannah in 2013.  You've probably read Kristopher's arts column in the Savannah Morning News, which he wrote for many years. He's also contributed to publications ranging from The Atlantic Monthly, Playboy, Village Voice, Juxtapoz, Dazed & Confused, Beautiful/Decay, and Swindle. Lately he's been serving as the current Chair of the Savannah-Chatham County Historic Site and Monument Commission, AND has returned to his first writing love - sci-fi and cyberpunk - and is actively looking for an agent for his recently-completed first novel! Check out Kristopher's work and follow him here: https://www.cultureassassin.com/ https://www.instagram.com/savartscene/ https://www.amazon.com/What-Tired-Web-We-Breed-ebook/dp/B07XPD8PH6  Topics in their chat include: What Kristopher means by calling himself "a cultural assassin;" how the World Trade Organization protests impacted his life trajectory; how he fell into writing about fine art, street art, and pop art despite no formal art education; how 2013 was the last time that either Kristopher or I had a full-time job (!); his years spent balancing a weekly SMN column with 1-2 columns in the Do magazine; how he has blossomed into full adulthood in his community work; and how in the past couple of years he has gotten back to his early love of sci-fi and surrealist creative writing - one short story is available on Amazon for $1 (with cover art by local designer and art aficionado Don Sanders!) - plus a full novel; and his obscure skills with running and fixing a 35mm film projector.  Tune in and get all the details!

This episode is brought to you by National Office Systems 98.7 The River's Mark Robertson join the Tuesday episode of The Commute to talk about the Christmas Wish campaign and how the Savannah community can help out this holiday season. Then, Savannah Morning News reporter Dennis Knight recaps the state champion Benedictine squad. Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts

This episode is brought to you by National Office Systems Augusta Chronicle reporter Abraham Kenmore and Savannah Morning News reporter Will Peebles join the Thursday episode of The Commute to recap the U.S. Senate runoff election from Tuesday and what's next for Georgia after a Raphael Warnock victory. Then, Savannah Morning News reporter Dennis Knight previews the upcoming state title game for Benedictine against Cedartown. Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts

This episode is brought to you by National Office Systems Chatham EMS Chief Chuck Kearns join the Thursday episode of The Commute to recount the events on Wednesday morning when first responders descended on Savannah High School in response to an active shooter call that turned out to be a hoax. Then, Savannah Morning News reporter Dennis Knight previews the upcoming playoff game for Benedictine as they approach another state title game. Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts

In this week's episode, Aaron Coleman spoke with Marshall beat writer Luke Creasy of the Huntington Herald-Dispatch and Nathan Dominitz, the Sports Content Editor for the Savannah Morning News and savannahnow.com to talk about the Georgia Southern Eagles ahead of Saturday's matchup in Statesboro.

In this week's episode, Aaron Coleman spoke with Marshall beat writer Luke Creasy of the Huntington Herald-Dispatch and Nathan Dominitz, the Sports Content Editor for the Savannah Morning News and savannahnow.com to talk about the Georgia Southern Eagles ahead of Saturday's matchup in Statesboro.

In this week's episode, Aaron Coleman spoke with Marshall beat writer Luke Creasy of the Huntington Herald-Dispatch and Nathan Dominitz, the Sports Content Editor for the Savannah Morning News and savannahnow.com to talk about the Georgia Southern Eagles ahead of Saturday's matchup in Statesboro. 

This episode is brought to you by National Office Systems Savannah Music Festival executive director Gene Dobbs Bradford and artistic director Ryan McMaken join the Thursday episode of The Commute to talk about the release of the 2023 line-up and what audiences can expect from the slate of performances. Then, Savannah Morning News reporter Nancy Guan reports from this year's Diwali festival and how the Hindu community celebrated in Savannah. Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts

Tuesday on Political Rewind: Gov. Brian Kemp testifies this morning in the Fulton County probe. Plus, a Trump-backed candidate, Kari Lake, lost her bid to become Arizona's governor. And as the runoff continues, Warnock and allies are challenging a law that disallows Saturday voting after a holiday. The panel: Adam Van Brimmer, @adamvanbrimmer, editor-In-chief of the opinion page, Savannah Morning News Donna Lowry, @donnalowrynews, host, GPB-TV's Lawmakers Meg Kinnard, @MegKinnardAP, political and legal affairs reporter, Associated Press Tamar Hallerman, @TamarHallerman, senior reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 4:00 - Gov. Kemp is testifying in the Fulton County probe this morning. 16:00 - Trump-endorsed Kari Lake lost her bid for Arizona governor. What does that mean for the power of Trump's endorsement? 30:00 - The future for 2020's election deniers. 36:00 - Breaking down the runoff for U.S. Senate. 41:00 - The secretary of state's office is closing Saturday voting around a holiday formerly celebrating Robert E. Lee's birthday. 50:00 - The Atlanta Press Club has one final debate scheduled between Walker and Warnock. Please sign up for The GA Today Politics newsletter coming out later this week. https://www.gpb.org/newsletters

The Monarchists sit down with Nathan Dominitz, Georgia Southern beat writer and Sports Content Editor for The Savannah Morning News, to learn more about what Monarch fans can expect from the Eagles on Saturday. If you have a moment, please take the time to check out the great work Nathan is putting out for The Savannah Morning News: https://www.savannahnow.com/staff/6428997002/nathan-dominitz/ Follow Nathan Dominitz on twitter at https://twitter.com/natedominitz For more information on how to donate to Old Dominion Athletics please visit https://www.olddominionaf.com/ For football specific giving please visit https://www.olddominionaf.com/giving/sport-specific-giving/football/

How happy am I to finally host my friend and fellow fitness professional, Steve Washuta from TrulyFit!This conversation is useful for fitness professionals and for clients. We discuss what effective fitness training looks like, online vs. in person training, why simple is often best, and how to set yourself up for success, whatever that looks like.Steve is offering listeners a free online consultation. Just DM him on Instagram, mention Pilates Goddess, and he'll hook you up!Steve's Course - https://www.fitnessbusiness101.comThe Book - https://amzn.to/3Mp1Qr3Instagram - https://instagram.com/stevewashutaInstagram - https://instagram.com/trulyfitappAbout Steve:As a fitness author, video course creator, and certified personal trainer Steve Washuta has done it all in the fitness industry. After a post collegiate stint in the Public Relations field, Steve decided to pursue his passion full time in fitness. He has held dozens of fitness certifications including National Academy of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer, Weight Loss Specialist, and Corrective Exercise Specialist. With rave reviews and over 30,000 hours of experience in personal training and group fitness instruction, Steve has developed a passion to teach the tools needed to succeed as a fitness professional. His PR background coupled with his fitness experience set forth one overarching ideology in all his business practices, client relations.Steve is the author of Fitness Business 101: What The Certifications Don't Teach You, and the NASM-approved continuing education course in the same name. He has appeared in outlets such as Livestrong, AskMen, MyFitnessPal, Healthline, and Savannah Morning News.Steve was born in New Jersey but has lived all over the country after graduating in 2008 from West Virginia University. His favorites fitness fads to both partake and teach are Muay Thai, TRX, and The Murph.Music by Nerd SaladLove the podcast? Please review on Apple and help support my work on Ko-Fi.Thank you!

Tuesday on Political Rewind: A new poll shows a toss-up between Walker and Warnock and a wider lead for Gov. Brian Kemp over Stacey Abrams. Our panel analyzes the results. Plus, the latest on the Fulton County special grand jury and an update on Hyundai's plant in Southeast Georgia. The panel: Adam Van Brimmer, @adamvanbrimmer, opinion writer, Savannah Morning News Andra Gillespie,@AndraGillespie, professor of political science and director, James Weldon Johnson Institute for the Study of Race and Difference, Emory University Chuck Williams,@chuckwilliams, reporter, WRBL-TV Columbus Tamar Hallerman, @TamarHallerman, senior reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Timestamps 0:00 - Introductions 4:00 - New polls from the AJC bear bleak news for Democrats. 24:04- Correction to Friday's show 27:00 - An update on the Fulton County special grand jury and its political fallout. 44:00 - Hyundai may face problems opening its Southeast Georgia plant. Please sign up for Political Rewind's newsletter: https://www.gpb.org/newsletters.

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Tuesday on Political Rewind: Less than 48 hours before his scheduled testimony, Rudy Giuliani was informed that he was a target of the Fulton County special grand jury. Plus, state GOP legislators look to expand Medicaid, a frequent state Democrat talking point.  The Panel Adam Van Brimmer, @adamvanbrimmer, editorial page editor, Savannah Morning News Emma Hurt, @Emma_Hurt, reporter, Axios Atlanta Raphael Olavarría, @RafaelOlavarria, fact checker, Factchequeado Tamar Hallerman, @TamarHallerman, senior reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction 5:00 - Rudy Giuliani has been informed that he has been targeted by the Fulton County special grand jury. 15:00 - Multiple investigations into Trump associates have prompted global reactions. 25:00 - A court has upheld Georgia's six-week abortion ban. 34:00 - State Republicans are eyeballing an expansion to Medicaid. 44:00 - It's still not clear if Herschel Walker and Raphael Warnock will debate. Plus, Walker responds to an ad featuring allegations by his ex-wife. Please be sure to download our newsletter: www.gpb.org/newsletters. And subscribe, follow and rate this show wherever podcasts are found.

This episode is brought to you by National Office Systems  Savannah Morning News Reporter, Latrice Williams joins the Thursday Commute to discuss Bryan County's rapidly growing future. Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts

This episode is brought to you by National Office Systems  Savannah Morning News Reporter, Latrice Williams joins the Thursday Commute to discuss Bryan County's rapidly growing future. Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts

Tuesday on Political Rewind: Statewide runoff elections might demonstrate just how much power Trump has in Georgia. Brad Raffensperger is expected to testify in front of the January 6th committee today, alongside a Fulton County election worker accused of fraud by Trump allies. The panel: Adam Van Brimmer, @adamvanbrimmer, Editorial page editor, Savannah Morning News Adrienne Jones, @adriennemjns, Professor of political science & director of pre-law, Morehouse College Tamar Hallerman, @TamarHallerman, Senior reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Tia Mitchell, @ajconwashington, Washington reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 5:00 - 6th District analysis 6:00 - Does a Trump nomination still mean as much in Georgia? 14:00 - 1st District analysis 19:30 - Stacey Abrams endorsements 26:00 - Are runoffs antiquated? 30:00 - GA elections officials before Congress today 37:00 - How could Raffensperger's testimony change public opinion? 45:00 - January 6th committee says Georgia played into Eastman's election theory Please be sure to download our newsletter: www.gpb.org/newsletters. And subscribe, follow and rate this show wherever podcasts are found.

This episode is brought to you by National Office Systems Savannah Morning News college reporter Nathan Dominitz joins the Thursday Commute to talk about the national attention that the Savannah Bananas are gathering as well as the NCAA baseball regional happening this weekend in Statesboro and whether or not Georgia Southern has a shot at winning. Then, Savannah Morning News high school sports reporter Dennis Knight joins to talk about the upcoming Coastal Empire Sports Awards show and the speaker, Atlanta Braves great Andruw Jones. Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts

Monday on Political Rewind: On the eve of the primary election, Mike Pence arrives in Georgia to campaign for Gov. Brian Kemp, while Donald Trump will hold a rally for David Perdue. Other candidates in closely watched races will make their final arguments to voters today, as well. Among Republican contests, Brad Raffensperger is looking to survive the wrath of Trump in his campaign for another term as secretary of state. Panelists: Patricia Murphy — political reporter and columnist, Atlanta Journal-Constitution Chauncey Alcorn — reporter, Capital B Chuck Williams — reporter, WRBL-TV Columbus Adam Van Brimmer — editorial page editor, Savannah Morning News Timestamps: 0:00 – Introductions 3:40 – Early voting sees record numbers 00:00 – Polling on eve of primary election 27:00 – National media coverage of Georgia races, “proxy war” 32:30 – McBath vs. Bourdeaux in north Georgia suburbs 42:50 – Roundup of Georgia races elsewhere in state Subscribe to the Political Rewind newsletter at GPB.org/newsletters.

This episode is brought to you by National Office Systems UGA political science professor Charles Bullock joins the Thursday Commute to talk about the big storylines heading into the May 24 primary election in Georgia, including the Trump effect, the governor's race and how 2020 will hang over ballots. Then, Savannah Morning News reporter Raisa Habersham sits down with the three candidates for the Chatham County Recorders Court seat — Richard Sanders, Joe Huffman and Anthony Burton — to talk about each of their platforms. Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts

In E38 we hear about young Delia Green and her sad end.  Then to wrap up Black History Month and move into Women's History Month, I tell the story of Queen Bess the very first Female, African American & Native American pilot. Look for us on social media for pics and show updates.  Info to come about a t-shirt contest so stick around for that.  If you want to get in touch and aren't a social media type you can email the show at loreofthesouth@gmail.comSpecial thank you to Enocha Edenfield for her help in finding sources about Delia Green.  Look for Enocha on all Social Media platforms she's journalist in Savannah and is now also a tour guide.Here are the YouTube links to the songs about poor Delia. Delia's Gone by Johnny Cashhttps://youtu.be/Y1iKEPzF1JsLittle Delia by Blind Willie McTell https://youtu.be/vkYzz6MfEvgThe Radiators https://youtu.be/89MDGn3KCaocitations A&E Networks Television. (2021, November 12). Madam C.J. Walker. Biography.com. Retrieved February 19, 2022, from https://www.biography.com/inventor/madam-cj-walker Geggel, L. (2021, March 8). World's oldest 'pet cemetery' discovered in Ancient Egypt. LiveScience. Retrieved February 19, 2022, from https://www.livescience.com/oldest-pet-cemetery-ancient-egypt.html Peebles, W. (2020, March 7). Savannah's 'Blues muse' Delia Green gets headstone 120 years after her murder. Savannah Morning News. Retrieved February 19, 2022, from https://www.savannahnow.com/story/special/2020/03/07/savannahs-blues-muse-delia-green-gets-headstone-120-years-after-her-murder/1551665007/ 

Thursday on Political Rewind: Gov. Kemp said he supports legislation giving parents the right to decide if their children should wear masks in school. Plus, a conservative voter mobilization group launches a campaign to expand Sunday voting in rural areas of the state. The panel:  Adam Van Brimmer — Editorial page editor, Savannah Morning News Chuck Williams — Reporter, WRBL-TV Columbus Kevin Riley — Editor, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Maya Prabhu — Statehouse reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Timestamps: :00 - Introductions 5:28- Kemp will introduce legislation that lets parents decide whether or not to send their kids to school in a mask 14:15- Bill banning mailing of abortion pills passes committee in the senate 21:17- GOP lawmakers push "Patriotic Souls to the Polls" 26:51- Chief justice addresses court backlog, exasperated by COVID 33:50- Fani Willis criticism 34:32- Redistricting battles continue 41:30- Deborah Lipstadt's nomination on hold 47:44- Republican Governor's Association endorses Kemp Please be sure to download our newsletter: www.gpb.org/newsletters. And subscribe, follow and rate this show wherever podcasts are found.

Wednesday on Political Rewind: President Joe Biden now faces a daunting challenge back at the U.S. Capitol as he attempts to make good on commitments to sign into law federal voting rights legislation. It's a move he pushed for during his visit to Atlanta on Tuesday. Can Biden wrangle enough support to pass the voting rights legislation he described as crucial to our democracy? Meanwhile, Gov. Brian Kemp defended Georgia's voting laws. The Panel: Adam van Brimmer — Editorial page editor, Savannah Morning News Chuck Williams — Reporter, WRBL-TV Columbus Donna Lowry — Host, Georgia Public Broadcasting's Lawmakers Greg Bluestein — Politics reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Timestamps :00- Introductions 3:24- Gov. Kemp announces he plans to use $1.6B in tax breaks 9:58- Medicaid expansion 13:38- The aftermath of Biden's Visit 28:56 - The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Greg Bluestein joins 31:07- Speaker Ralston's approach to the legislative session 38:52- GA Today Political Rewind Newsletter 40:20- Chuck Bailey switches course, decides to run for lieutenant governor Sign up for our newsletter: https://www.gpb.org/newsletters. And be sure to like, follow and rate this podcast.

Monday on Political Rewind: Scientists say there is much to learn about the dangers of the new omicron variant of the coronavirus. They urge a redoubled effort to vaccinate in states like Georgia, where hesitance at getting the shots continues. Meanwhile, residents in Brunswick and Glynn County go about their lives in aftermath of the Ahmaud Arbery murder trial. According to local organizers, there is a heightened awareness of solving social justice problems along coastal Georgia. Plus, U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene is unhappy with her new congressional district lines. So are a good many of her new constituents. Meanwhile, the Board of Regents refuses to rename buildings with ties to slavery and segregation on campuses across the state. Panelists: Dr. Heather Farley — Chair of the Department of Criminal Justice, Public Policy and Management, College of Coastal Georgia Jim Galloway — Former politics columnist, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Raisa Habersham — Investigative reporter, Savannah Morning News Dr. Audrey Haynes — Political science professor, University of Georgia

Thursday on Political Rewind: Gov. Brian Kemp goes on the offensive with the threat of a challenge from David Perdue looming in the air. His allies rallied in recent days to push Kemp as their candidate for re-election to the governor's mansion. But, did Perdue give a signal to a group of Brunswick Republicans he is not interested in making the race? Also, help could be on the way to relieve the traffic jam as container ships wait for days to unload cargo at the Port of Savannah. Plus, Georgia GOP legislators make quick work of voting on new state house districts. Democrats make small gains but say they should get more. Panelists: Adam Van Brimmer — Editorial page editor, Savannah Morning News Riley Bunch — Public policy reporter, GPB News Tia Mitchell — Washington reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Kevin Riley — Editor, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Join us on Wright Square located the in Haunted Historic Downtown Savannah, GA for two ghost stories especially picked just for y'all. CitationsThe ghost of Alice Riley: The ghost story of Alice Riley. Ghost City Tours. (n.d.). Retrieved October 24, 2021, from https://ghostcitytours.com/savannah/ghost-stories/alice-riley/. Harris, M. (2014, October 31). Murder & Lies: The ghost of Savannah's Wright Square. Savannah Morning News. Retrieved October 24, 2021, from https://www.savannahnow.com/article/20141030/NEWS/310309723. Wright Square has two of the most impressive monuments in all of Downtow. Savannah, GA | Savannah.com. (2020, October 6). Retrieved October 24, 2021, from https://www.savannah.com/wright-square/. 

Monday on Political Rewind: The trial for the three men charged with the murder of Ahmaud Arbery gets underway in Brunswick, Ga., this week. Arbery's killing led to changes in Georgia law, the indictment of a long-serving district attorney and an effort to clean up and diversify the Glynn County Police Department. We looked at what to expect as the trial gets underway and how the case reverberated across the legal and political landscape in Georgia. Georgia Recorder writer Stanley Dunlap said the trial will have consequences for how members of Georgia's Black communities view their relationship with the criminal justice system. "Things may continue to play out how many people feel, and particularly in the Black community, that justice isn't there for them and the police aren't there to protect them," Dunlap said. "That's one of particular concern, depending on the outcome of the trial." Plus, while Stacey Abrams may be waiting to declare her intentions to run for governor of Georgia, she's actively working to elect Democrat Terry McAuliffe governor of Virginia. Panelists: Margaret Coker — Editor-in-chief, The Current Stanley Dunlap — Reporter, Georgia Recorder Adam Van Brimmer — Editorial page editor, The Savannah Morning News Jim Galloway — Former political columnist, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

This episode features McClain Baxley, who currently is a UGA and Athens-area recruiting reporter for Athens-Banner Herald. McClain, a 2021 Georgia Southern University graduate, dives into his latest internship with AJC Sports, how he got into sports reporting (high school sports + Georgia Southern coverage for Savannah Morning News & The George-Anne) , learning the run-down of covering recruiting, and how he has been able to manage his time aside from work. ** Don't be shy. If you would like to connect with us, our links are below. Say Hi! McClain's social links: Twitter: https://twitter.com/McclainBaxley LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mcclain-baxley-200a31155/ Ash's social links: Twitter: https://twitter.com/ashleykav LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-kavanagh Kate's social links: Twitter: https://twitter.com/katenorum LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katenorum/ Rookie Contract social links: https://linktr.ee/TheRookieContract Music: Synapse by Shane Ivers https://www.silvermansound.com Please make sure to share the love of The Rookie Contract on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever else you listen. If you're not already, please subscribe to our channel to get our newest episodes when they release every other Wednesday at 11 a.m. and give us a review. If you would like to be a guest, fill this out: https://bit.ly/TRC_GuestForm We appreciate our listeners and we will continue to share more incredible rookie stories! - Ash + Kate

Dust and the Imperial Sugar Explosion. Make sure to follow the podcast on instagram and twitter at @eng_misjudgment for pictures for each episode!Sources:CSB, Investigation Report: Sugar Dust Explosion and Fire (2009). Retrieved September 12, 2021, from https://www.csb.gov/assets/1/20/imperial_sugar_report_final_updated.pdf?13902. Evers, J., & West, K. (Eds.). (2011, January 21). dust. National Geographic Society. https://www.nationalgeographic.org/encyclopedia/dust/. History | Imperial Sugar Company. Imperial Sugar Company. (n.d.). Retrieved September 12, 2021, from https://www.imperialsugarcompany.com/history/. Landers, M. (2018, February 6). Imperial Sugar Tragedy: Repercussions Continue 10 Years Later. Savannah Morning News. Retrieved September 12, 2021, from https://www.savannahnow.com/news/2018-02-06/imperial-sugar-tragedy-repercussions-continue-10-years-later. USCSB. (2009, October 5) Inferno: Dust Explosion at Imperial Sugar [Video]. Youtube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jg7mLSG-Yws&t=568s

Monday on Political Rewind: COVID-19 cases continue to rapidly escalate in Georgia. According to the state department of public health, nearly 7,000 new cases of COVID-19 infection were confirmed on Aug. 19. Meanwhile, 42% of Georgians are fully vaccinated, placing the Peach State among the lowest 10 states for percent of residents vaccinated. But on Friday, Gov. Kemp issued an executive order banning local authorities from establishing mask mandates for private businesses.  In Afghanistan, harrowing scenes as people attempt to board airplanes at the Kabul airport. Are the calamitous withdrawal from Afghanistan and the spiraling COVID numbers going to turn swing voters against Democrats in the 2022 midterms? President Donald Trump and his allies appear to be citing a poll of Georgia GOP voters in an effort to convince former Sen. David Perdue to run against Kemp in the 2022 gubernatorial race. Perdue has so far expressed no interest, according to reporting, but it is the latest evidence of pushback against the Georgia governor from Trump supporters in the Republican party. Panelists: Jim Galloway — Former columnist, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Adam Van Brimmer — Editorial page editor, Savannah Morning News Dr. Audrey Haynes — Political science professor, University of Georgia Leroy Chapman — Managing editor, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Tuesday on Political Rewind: Gov. Brian Kemp says he'll ask the General Assembly to pass laws to fight crime during a special session of the legislature later this year. The session's primary mission will be to redraw political maps based on new census data. But Kemp has the power to add measures to combat violent crime, especially in Atlanta, to the agenda. Plus, we look at the outcome of the U.S. Senate field hearing examining Georgia's new voting law. Also: Georgia is seeing an uptick of COVID-19 cases, as the highly contagious nature of the delta variant collides with the large percentage of unvaccinated people in the state. In the past week, hospitalizations statewide are up 30% — and all but a handful of the patients are unvaccinated. Panelists: Dr. Andra Gillespie — Professor of political science and director of the James Weldon Johnson Institute for the Study of Race and Difference, Emory University Dr. Audrey Haynes — Professor of political science and director of the Applied Science program, University of Georgia Adam Van Brimmer — Editorial page editor, Savannah Morning News Tamar Hallerman — Senior reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Thursday on Political Rewind: President Joe Biden has laid out his strategy for combatting spiraling gun violence in cities across the country, including Atlanta. He's called for cities to tailor their own plans for using $350 billion from the federal COVID Relief Fund to fight violent crime. Biden's proposal marks a change by Democrats away from calls by liberals in the party to shift funding away from police departments in the wake of last summer's Black Lives Matter protests. Plus, the U.S. Supreme Court has recently ruled on or is currently addressing cases that deal with impactful subjects such as Obamacare and voting laws and procedures. What are the potential implications and repercussions here in Georgia? Also, the King Estate has reached a deal with HarperCollins, the original publisher of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s books, to release new editions of his work to reach young audiences. Panelists: Dr. Amy Steigerwalt – Professor of political science, Georgia State University Fred Smith – Professor of Constitutional law, Emory University Adam Van Brimmer – Editorial page editor, Savannah Morning News Kevin Riley – Editor, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Monday on Political Rewind: Gov. Brian Kemp received a raucous welcome at the GOP state convention over the weekend. He heard plenty of booing from Republican activists still angry he did not do more to support President Donald Trump's efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 election. The jeers were mixed with the cheers of those ready to support him for a second term in 2022. However, Kemp was not the only state official to receive a negative response for his stance on lies spread by Trump about last November's election. Convention-goers gave Attorney General Chris Carr a rough reception. They also voted to censure Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger. Our panel looks at what all of the means for the direction of the Republican Party heading into important 2022 races. Additionally, new fuel for the fire was added to controversy over the teaching of critical race theory in Georgia classrooms continues, even as few seem able to explain exactly what the theory says. Panelists: Rana Cash – Executive Editor, Savannah Morning News Riley Bunch – State House Reporter, CNHI News Jim Galloway – Retired Lead Columnist Mariela Romero – Journalist and Regional Community Empowerment Director, Univision

Tuesday on Political Rewind: Many COVID-19 restrictions governing Georgia's public spaces and businesses were lifted yesterday. An executive order from Gov. Brian Kemp relaxed public health guidance in restaurants, bars, child care facilities, music venues and convention centers. While the order discourages public schools from enforcing their own mask mandates, it falls short of a ban on local mask rules.  Meanwhile, a glance at data from the state Department of Public Health on COVID-19 spread in Georgia reveals good news: The rate of new infections in the state is reaching lows not seen since the first weeks of the pandemic in April 2020. But are we out of the woods yet? Our panel weighs in. Also: In Congress, all but six Republicans in the Senate voted against legislation creating a commission to investigate the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. Georgia's congressional delegation split their support along partisan lines.  Panelists: Raisa Habersham — Watchdog and Investigative Reporter, Savannah Morning News Patricia Murphy — Political Reporter and Columnist, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Dr. Karen Owen — Professor of Political Science, University of West Georgia

Tuesday on Political Rewind: Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan announced yesterday he will not seek a second term in 2022. Instead, the former state representative of District 26 says he will work to build a Republican Party free from former President Donald Trump's lingering control. Meanwhile, following the latest CDC guidance, nearly two dozen states are giving their approval for vaccinated residents to go maskless. In Georgia, how are cities, counties and businesses responding to the announcement? We spoke to several local leaders about what is happening in their communities. The U.S. Supreme Court announced it will take up a Mississippi case that could overturn the landmark Roe v. Wade court decision. Georgia's even more restrictive abortion law awaits a federal appeals court hearing this fall. Panelists: Mayor Rusty Paul — Mayor of Sandy Springs, Ga. Mayor Deana Holiday Ingraham — Mayor of East Point, Ga. Adam Van Brimmer — Editorial Page Editor, Savannah Morning News Tamar Hallerman — Senior Reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Friday on Political Rewind: President Joe Biden marked his 100th day in office in Georgia yesterday, where he made the pitch for his expansive progressive agenda. He outlined sweeping legislation that would invest in nearly all corners of American life; from early childhood education and family paid leave to passenger railroad and renewable energy infrastructure. Biden appeared at a rally in Duluth with the Peach State's pair of newly elected Democratic senators Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock. Gwinnett County saw a majority of its voters cast ballots for the three Democrats in the 2020 election. It was a crucial win for their party and a sign of the changing political landscape of the Atlanta suburbs. Ossoff and Warnock could be crucial to any legislation Biden seeks to pass in congress. Meanwhile, Attorney General Chris Carr announced this week he would step down as chair of a controversial association of Republican state attorneys general. The move comes as Carr sizes-up 2022 reelection challenges from Democratic opponents. Panelists: Patricia Murphy — Lead Political Writer, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Rana Cash — News Director, Savannah Morning News

Friday on Political Rewind: A contentious GOP election law passed along partisan lines in the General Assembly yesterday. The omnibus bill changes many aspect of Georgia elections, and includes stricter identification requirements for absentee voting and a more narrower window to request an absentee ballot. The State House approved SB 202 early Thursday with a 100-75 party-line vote, and the Senate voted to agree with the House changes 34-20 on a party-line vote as well. Hours later, Gov. Brian Kemp signed the bill into law from the state Capitol. During the ceremony, Democratic House member Park Cannon, a representative from Atlanta, was arrested and led from the Capitol building in handcuffs after attempting to attend the signing. Panelists: Donna Lowry — Host, GPB's Lawmakers Patricia Murphy — Political Reporter and Columnist, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Rana Cash — Executive Editor, Savannah Morning News Chuck Williams — Reporter, WRBL-TV

Wednesday on Political Rewind: Legislators move on consequential bills in the Georgia General Assembly. The state Senate yesterday passed a first wave of measures designed by Republicans to change how Georgians vote. A bill that requires increased proof of identity such as a photo identification or driver's license for absentee voting now heads to the state House. Rene Alegria of Spanish-language news site Mundo Hispanico said communities struggling with inequity are more likely to be disproportionately deterred from voting as a result of these measures. “These are the little hurdles that, when you put them in front of voters, it just makes it a pain in the butt to vote,” Alegria said. “And for the Hispanic community, these are just examples of a system that is trying to implement voter disenfranchisement. Where does it stop?” More dramatic changes to absentee balloting and early voting are waiting in the wings for debate in the House and Senate. Supporters insist the bills are needed to assure confidence in elections, while Democrats and election observers express concerns that the measures are akin to voter suppression. Also, despite recently filing paperwork to run against newly minted Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock, David Perdue announced yesterday he will not enter the 2022 race. Perdue's announcement clears the way for a number of Georgia Republicans to run for Warnock's seat. Panelists: Greg Bluestein — Politics Reporter, Atlanta Journal-Constitution Donna Lowry — Host, Georgia Public Broadcasting's Lawmakers Rene Alegria — President and CEO, Mundo Hispanico Adam Van Brimmer — Editorial Page Editor, Savannah Morning News

Friday on Political Rewind: Just one month after being seated in the U.S. House, Georgia Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene is facing increased scrutiny and a growing national backlash over questionable social media posts that she has either liked or posted. The outrage is further being fueled by other online posts, including a video showing Greene taunting a student survivor of the deadly shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. Democrats and advocacy groups are calling for Greene to be removed from her House committee assignments — or even expelled from Congress. The controversy occurs as moderate and conservative Republicans try to chart a course forward in the aftermath of Donald Trump's defeat. Panelists: Riley Bunch — Georgia Statehouse Reporter, CNHI News Rana Cash — Executive Editor, Savannah Morning News Tia Mitchell — Washington Correspondent, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Chuck Williams — Reporter, WRBL-TV

On Episode 45 of The Hot Grits Podcast, The guys discuss the Coach's Corner Bowling for Charity Match which has been set for 2/28/21 at the Largo Lanes in Savannah (:30). A now-former Mets' GM, Jared Porter sent HOW MANY “Richard” pics to a female reporter? An embarrassing text messaging scandal is soooo Mets (4:30). RIP to Braves' radio mainstay, and Baseball Hall-of-Famer, Don Sutton. Travis tells why Sutton was so important to him growing up in Georgia learning the game through Sutton's voice and quips (9:20) ...... And, another installment of Atlanta Hawks ceiling updates led by Spencer (10:25) ..... On the second half, Travis talks over the phone with WJCL Sports Director, newscaster and Savannah Sports Media O.G. 'The Big Guy' Frank Sulkowski (17:00). Sulkowski and Travis talk for 40+ minutes on: Frank's 15-year run at WJCL, how he was just days away from leaving for Texas and why he hasn't left Savannah despite having received several other job opportunities.  Then, just how special was that 2018 Georgia Southern football season (Travis' 1st season on GS beat for The Savannah Morning News) and could Chad Lunsford have set the bar too high in Year 1?

Tuesday on Political Rewind: Guest host Tamar Hallerman, senior reporter at The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, leads the panel in a discussion of the U.S. House and its march toward a vote on impeachment for the second time. Included in one article of impeachment is language accusing President Donald Trump of trying to overturn the outcome of Georgia's president election in his infamous phone call to Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger. Meanwhile, Gov. Brian Kemp announced his support for a measure to tighten rules on absentee balloting. The proposal would require voters to submit a copy of a photo identification with their mail-in ballots. Kemp said he is open to further restrictions on absentee voting. Panel: Chuck Williams — Reporter, WRBL News 3 Columbus Adam Van Brimmer — Editorial Page Editor, Savannah Morning News Dr. Kurt Young — Professor of Political Science, Clark Atlanta University

Monday on Political Rewind: In an alarming hourlong phone call to Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger, President Donald Trump cajoled, begged and threatened Raffensperger to find the votes to win him Georgia. Raffensperger pushed back on the president's false claims and declined to meet with the president's allies in person. We take a look forward to Trump's agenda when he makes a scheduled visit to Dalton tonight to campaign for Senators David Perdue and Kelly Loeffler. Our panel looks at whether the president's visit promises to do more harm than good to the GOP runoff candidates. Panelists: Rana Cash — Editor, Savannah Morning News Jim Galloway — Lead Political Writer, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Rep. Mary Margaret Oliver — State Representative (D-Decatur) Brian Robinson — GOP Political Consultant and President of Robinson Republic

Wednesday on Political Rewind: Georgia's pair of crucial Senate runoffs are drawing ad dollars and national political figures to the state. One day after the Electoral College sealed President-elect Joe Biden's victory, he campaigned in Georgia on Tuesday for Democratic U.S. Senate candidates Jon Ossoff and the Rev. Raphael Warnock. Meanwhile, Vice President Mike Pence is scheduled to make his fourth visit in the state since the runoff election began. He is set to campaign for Gov. Brian Kemp-appointee Sen. Kelly Loeffler and Sen. David Perdue in Columbus and Macon on Thursday. The campaign stops come even as President Donald Trump continues to insist he won the election. Around 500,000 people have already cast ballots in the first two days of early voting in the runoff, while another 1.4 million have requested absentee ballots. Panelists: Tia Mitchell — Washington Correspondent, Atlanta Journal-Constitution Greg Bluestein — Politics Reporter, Atlanta Journal-Constitution Riley Bunch — Georgia Statehouse Reporter, CNHI News Adam Van Brimmer— Editorial Page Editor, The Savannah Morning News

Friday on Political Rewind: Biden pulls ahead with a narrow lead as ballot counting continues. The race is still too close to call, and thousands of ballots have yet to been processed. The nation continues to watch Georgia's returns as the state takes on new significance in the race for the White House this year. Our panel breaks down the latest. And, the latest updates show both of Georgia's pair of Senate races are likely to head to January run-offs. Our panelists included: Adam Van Brimmer. editor of Savannah Morning News; Mariela Romero, regional community empowerment director for Univision; Jim Galloway, lead political writer for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution; and Karen Owen, political science professor at the University of West Georgia.

Wednesday afternoon on Political Rewind: The counting continues as the presidential race remain too close to call a day after the election. Our panel of experts and political insiders will break down what we know so far. How have the results we do now matched to expectation and polling? And what shifts can be revealed in Georgia's political landscape? Some results are clear, however. Substantial Democratic leads in metro Atlanta suburbs show those districts are now firmly in Democratic hands. Representative Lucy McBath won re-election, and Carolyn Bordeaux beat McCormick. Panelists: Heath Garrett – Republican strategist Lori Geary – Georgia Gang host Raisa Habersham – Reporter, Savannah Morning News Dr. Kurt Young – Political science professor, Clark Atlanta University