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Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastGovernor Kemp Drives Georgia's Electric Mobility FutureOn today’s podcast, we discuss Governor Kemp’s second term turn towards legacy-defining issues. And we preview the 2023 legislative session.
This episode was recorded on Sunday, December 22, 2023.
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Music Credit: Music by Joakim Karud http://youtube.com/joakimkarud2023-01-2546 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastHow Republicans Built a Winning Political Party and Lessons for Democrats, With Dr. Ashton EllettOn this episode, Luke and Kyle take a step back from the daily grind of Georgia politics and welcome Dr. Ashton Ellett of the University of Georgia’s Richard B. Russell Library to the podcast. Dr. Ellett is the Politics and Public Policy Archivist at the Library and is the host and curator of the Two Party Georgia Oral History Project.
You can watch interviews from the Two Party Georgia interview series here.
This episode was recorded on Monday, December 12, 2022
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This episode was recorded on Wednesday, December 7, 2022
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Music Credit: Music by Joakim Karud http://youtube.com/joakimkarud2022-12-0854 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastReflecting on the Passing of Speaker RalstonOn today’s podcast, we reflect on the solemn news that longtime Georgia House Speaker David Ralston passed away after an extended battle with illness. We also react to the results of the 2022 midterms, discuss new legal hurdles for the state’s abortion ban, and highlight investigative work done by Sen. Jon Ossoff in Washington.
This episode was recorded on Wednesday, November 16, 2022
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Music Credit: Music by Joakim Karud http://youtube.com/joakimkarud2022-11-1858 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastClear Contrasts Between Abrams and Kemp in Final DebateWe recap the final debate between Stacey Abrams and Governor Kemp and discuss down ballot races.
This episode was recorded on Sunday, October 30, 2022
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Music Credit: Music by Joakim Karud http://youtube.com/joakimkarud2022-10-311h 08Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastAbrams Struggles to Get "Fire Kemp" Message to StickWe check in on top-of-the-ticket races for Senate and Governor and discuss the challenges of crafting a clear “Fire Kemp” message for Stacey Abrams.
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Music Credit: Music by Joakim Karud http://youtube.com/joakimkarud2022-10-261h 04Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastDemocrats Finally Start to Deliver Ahead of MidtermsOn todays podcast, we discuss a string of recent governing successes by Democrats, including the Biden Administration’s effort to reduce the burden of student loan debt and the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act. We also talk about Governor Kemp’s efforts to delay his testimony in the Fulton County special grand jury investigation into efforts to interfere with the 2020 presidental election in Georgia.
This episode was recorded on Sunday, August 28th, 2022
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Music Credit: Music by Joakim Karud http://yout...2022-08-3152 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastOur Thoughts on Split Ticket Voting in 2022On today's podcast, we discuss the latest polling from the AJC and UGA showing voters have split preferences at the top of the 2022 ticket. We also discuss Burt Jones' win in the Fulton County investigation into efforts to overturn the 2020 election and questions about the implementation of the near total abortion ban newly in effect in Georgia.
This episode was recorded on Wednesday, July 27th, 2022
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Music Credit: Music by Joakim Karud http://youtube.com/joakimkarud2022-08-011h 04Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastTrump-Backed Candidates Struggle Again in GOP Primary RunoffsOn today’s episode, we recap the results of the primary runoff elections where Abrams-backed candidates surged to victory while Trump-backed candidates continue to struggle in Georgia. We also discuss Abrams’ policy ideas to be “Kemp but more ambitious” and January 6th committee testimony focused on Georgia.
This episode was recorded on Thursday, June 23rd, 2022
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Music Credit: Music by Joakim Karud http://youtube.com/joakimkarud2022-06-241h 08
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastGeorgia GOP Voters Reject Trump's Grievance CampaignOn today's podcast, we recap the outcomes of the 2022 primary elections in Georgia and preview where the parties stand as we head towards the midterms.
This episode was recorded on Wednesday, May 25th, 2022
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Music Credit: Music by Joakim Karud http://youtube.com/joakimkarud2022-05-261h 17Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastDraft Supreme Court Opinion Puts Abortion at Risk in GeorgiaA draft Supreme Court opinion that signaled the Court is likely to overturn the precedent that protects the right to abortion care roiled Georgia politics. We discuss the implications of the opinion’s reasoning for access to reproductive healthcare and other rights. We also preview the upcoming party primaries for the 2022 election cycle.
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Strict Scrutiny: What the SCOTUS leak co...2022-05-141h 18Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastPerdue Stakes Entire Primary Bid on 2020 Election MisinformationDavid Perdue debated incumbent Governor Brian Kemp on Sunday and focused his entire message on his false claim that the 2020 election was stolen from former President Trump. We discuss Perdue's approach and a much-discussed ad from Georgia Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock.
This episode was recorded on Tuesday, April 26th, 2022
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Music Credit: Music by Joakim Karud http://youtube.com/joakimkarud2022-04-2845 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastAbrams and Perdue Struggle to Break Through Against KempAs candidates officially launch their 2022 bids during qualifying week, we discuss the (very different) struggles David Perdue and Stacey Abrams are having in breaking through against Governor Brian Kemp.
This episode was recorded on Tuesday, March 8th, 2022
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Music Credit: Music by Joakim Karud http://youtube.com/joakimkarud2022-03-1057 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastWill Any Bills Restricting the Teaching of Race Pass?On today's show we continue discussion of the two issues defining Georgia politics right now: COVID-19 restrictions and efforts to restrict the teaching of race in public schools.
This episode was recorded on Sunday, February 13th, 2022
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Music Credit: Music by Joakim Karud http://youtube.com/joakimkarud2022-02-141h 09Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastRep. Erick Allen on a Cobb County redistricting power grab and the LG raceState Rep. Erick Allen (D-Smyrna) joins to discuss the conflict over re-drawing the local district lines for the county commission and board of education in Cobb County. We also check in on Allen’s views on Speaker Ralston’s sweeping mental health legislation, efforts needed to protect Georgians from pollution, and his view of Charlie Bailey’s entrance into the LG race.
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This episode was recorded on Thursday, February 3rd, 2022
Subscribe to PeachPod: Anchor | Apple Podcasts | Google Podca...2022-02-0324 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastSour Polling Previews Tough 2022 for Georgia DemocratsOn today’s show, we discuss new polling that shows Democrats have lost significant ground in Georgia, sweeping mental health legislation that is the top priority for Speaker David Ralston, and the ongoing fight to constrain how race is taught in schools.
This episode was recorded on Sunday, January 30th, 2022
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Music Credit: Music by Joakim Karud http://youtube.com/joakimkarud2022-01-311h 08Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastKemp Continues Health Care Fight with Biden AdministrationOn today’s show, we discuss the Kemp Administration’s decision to sue the Biden Administration over the feds rejection of part of the state’s plan to partially expand Medicaid. We also discuss contrasting visions over the state’s budget as the state economy rebounds, Democrats’ efforts to clear their statewide primary fields, and redistricting shenanigans in Athens-Clarke County.
This episode was recorded on Sunday, January 23rd, 2022
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Music Credit: Music by Joakim Karud http://youtube.com/joakimkarud2022-01-241h 06Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastRecapping the Democratic National ConventionMegan and Luke recap last week's Democratic National Convention.2020-08-2445 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastKamala Harris: Vice President For the PeopleOn today's show, we discuss Joe Biden's selection of Kamala Harris as his running mate. We also recap the results of Tuesday's primary runoffs.2020-08-1456 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastKelly Loeffler Doubles Down on Trump's Racist Grievance PoliticsOn today's podcast, Luke and Kyle talk about Sen. Kelly Loeffler's embrace of Trump's brand of racist grievance politics. We also check-in on the latest Congressional action (or inaction) on COVID relief.2020-08-101h 07Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastCandidate Conversations: Lisa Campbell, Democratic Candidate for HD-35On today's podcast, we continue our conversation series with candidates for the Georgia legislature. Today, we talk with Lisa Campbell, a Democratic candidate in State House District 35, covering parts of Kennesaw and Acworth.2020-08-0735 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastRemembering John LewisOn today’s podcast, the podcast crew remembers the legacy of Georgia Congressman John Lewis and checks in on the latest on the COVID-19 pandemic.2020-07-3155 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastWilliam Hughes is Running for State House in Cherokee CountyWilliam Hughes, Democratic candidate for State House in HD 21, joins the podcast to discuss his campaign.2020-07-2147 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastDeborah Gonzalez Wins Lawsuit to Keep DA Race on the BallotOn today’s podcast, we talk with Deborah Gonzalez, a candidate for District Attorney in the Western Judicial Circuit covering Athens-Clarke and Oconee counties. We talked with Deborah about her candidacy for DA in December, but since then, Deborah has filed and won a lawsuit that prevented the Governor from cancelling the 2020 DAs race by appointing a replacement to the outgoing DA Ken Mauldin. We talked with Deborah about this lawsuit and how she sees the role of District Attorney in responding to calls for justice and an end to police brutality.2020-07-0633 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastLuisa Wakeman is Running for the State HouseOn today’s podcast, we continue our candidates conversation series with Luisa Wakeman, a Democratic candidate for House District 43.2020-07-0626 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastSarah Beeson is Running for State SenateOn today's podcast, we continue our candidate conversations series with Sarah Beeson, a Democratic candidate for State Senate District 56.2020-07-0240 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastRecapping the 2020 Legislative SessionOn today's podcast, we recap the final days of a 2020 session for the history books. Session was delayed by nearly 3 months for the COVID-19 pandemic. But upon the legislature's brief return, they passed a hate crimes bill and cut $2.2 billion from the state budget.2020-06-3059 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastSara Tindall Ghazal is Running for State HouseSara Tindall Ghazal joins the podcast to tell us about her campaign for State House District 45 and what needs to be done between now and November to avoid another election administration meltdown.2020-06-2630 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastRep. Park Cannon on Solutions to Police BrutalityMegan talks with Representative Park Cannon (D-Atlanta) about the message demonstrations against police brutality are sending to lawmakers and a landmark Supreme Court ruling that offers sweeping discrimination protections to LGBTQ people.2020-06-1933 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastRecapping Georgia's Chaotic PrimariesLast week, Georgians battled lines, technical difficulties, and confusion to cast their ballots in the state’s Congressional, state and local primary races. We talk about the breakdown in administration of Tuesday’s election and the results in Georgia’s Senate and Congressional races.2020-06-151h 09Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastDemanding Action Following the Murder of George FloydOn today’s podcast, we talk about demonstrations in response to the police murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis and the demonstrations that followed. These demonstrators have demanded that policymakers at all levels of government take action to stop police violence against Black Americans and break down institutions of systemic racism and oppression in our society. So we discuss a path forward for policymakers in Georgia and across the nation.2020-06-121h 00Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastMokah Jasmine Johnson on Police Accountability and Her Campaign for State HouseOn today's episode, we talk with Mokah Jasmine Johnson, a candidate for the State House in District 117, about her campaign for the state legislature and her view on solutions to police accountability.2020-06-1229 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastState Rep. Erick Allen on House Democrats' Agenda on Police AccountabilityOn today's podcast, you'll hear from State Representative Erick Allen (D-Smyrna) about House Democrats' agenda to increase police accountability following the murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis.2020-06-1216 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastDistrict Attorney Candidate Destiny Bryant on Combatting Police Misconduct and Reforming the Criminal Justice SystemOn today's podcast, you'll hear from Destiny Bryant, a candidate for District Attorney in the Alcovy Judicial Circuit, covering Newton and Walton counties. Megan talked with Destiny about the message she is hearing from demonstrators following the murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis and her view of how the criminal justice system should be reformed.2020-06-1223 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastSarah Riggs Amico Discusses Police Brutality and COVID ResponseDemocratic Senate candidate Sarah Riggs Amico joins the podcast to discuss solutions to improve policing practices and the government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.2020-06-0540 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastGeorgia Supreme Court Affirms Justices' Gaming of Election CalendarOn today's podcast, we discuss a recent ruling from the state Supreme Court that affirms the ability of the Court's Justices to game the state's constitution and cancel judicial elections. Then we preview the Senate and Congressional primaries coming on June 9th. And Research Intern Olivia Bauer joins the podcast to discuss her research on rural development.2020-05-261h 10Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastBreaking Down the Law and Policy in the Murder of Ahmaud ArberyOn today's podcast, we break down the implications of the law and policy for the coming grand jury proceedings in the murder of Ahmaud Arbery. We also discuss the state budget situation facing lawmakers when they return to Atlanta next month. See the Bitter Southerner for an excellent piece about the claim Arbery's family can make to Georgia's coastal communities and what was lost in his passing. Check out Zak Cheney-Rice's reflections on parenthood in the wake of the shooting. Read about other incidents regarding questionable police practices by the Glynn County Police Dep...2020-05-191h 13Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastCampaigns Adapt Amidst the Coronavirus CrisisOn today’s podcast, we learn about how campaigns are pivoting to engage voters digitally amidst the coronavirus crisis.2020-04-2837 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastRep. Becky Evans Discusses Legislating and Campaigning Amidst the CoronavirusMegan talks with Rep. Becky Evans about what Georgia needs to do to be prepared to re-open businesses and what it's like to campaign during a pandemic.2020-04-2523 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastGovernor Kemp Takes a Risky Bet on Re-Opening BusinessesOn today's podcast, we talk about Gov. Kemp's risky bet that he can allow close-contact businesses like nail salons, tattoo parlors, and hair salons to re-open without increasing the spread of COVID-19.2020-04-2554 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastGaps in Kemp's Stay-At-Home Order Anger Local OfficialsOn today's podcast, we continue our discussion on the state and federal response to the Coronavirus crisis, including the Governor's statewide stay-at-home order and the frustration it has created for local officials. We also look at the scrutiny over trades made in Georgia Senator Kelly Loeffler's stock portfolio in the lead up to the crisis.2020-04-0959 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastWomen's History Month Special EpisodeMegan is joined by Tori Slatton, Olivia Bauer, Kelly Dobso, and Payeton Childers to discuss important policies that protect women in honor of Women's History Month.2020-04-0149 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastAs Coronavirus Spreads, Leaders Weigh Public Health Response Against the EconomyOn today's podcast, we talk about an emerging debate weighing the merits of an aggressive public health response aimed at slowing the spread of COVID-19 against the impact that such aggressive responses have on the economy.2020-03-3146 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastGovernments Respond as Coronavirus Grinds Georgia Life to a HaltOn today's podcast, we discuss the reactions of Governor Kemp, the legislature, and local governments across Georgia to the Coronavirus pandemic. We also assess where the Democratic presidential primary stands as future primary elections are delayed and Biden maintains a large delegate lead.2020-03-2059 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastHouse Republicans Pass Risky Flat TaxOn this episode, we discuss Republicans in the Georgia House making a big show of restoring the Governor's budget cuts while pursuing their own risky budget ideas. Then we check in on legislation at play as we near crossover day.
Note: This was recorded before crossover day and before it was announced that the legislature would suspend operations in response to the spread of COVID-19.2020-03-131h 01Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastBiden Dominates Super TuesdayThe team recaps Biden's dominance of Super Tuesday elections.2020-03-0751 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastBiden Emerges as Only Bernie AlternativeWe discuss Joe Biden’s victory in South Carolina, making him likely the only viable alternative to a Bernie Sanders nomination. Then we discuss issues with the rollout of Georgia’s new voting machines, which debut for the Democratic presidential primary on March 24th.2020-03-0253 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastBloomberg's Billions Earns Him Validation from Georgia PoliticiansOn today's podcast, we discuss former Republican New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg's campaign spending that has enabled his polling surge in the Democratic presidential primary. We also look at moves in the Georgia House to restore some of Gov. Kemp's proposed spending cuts and the re-emergence of the religious liberty debate.2020-02-1952 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastKemp Shifts Focus to Harsher Sentences for Gang CrimesOn today’s podcast, Kyle and Luke discuss Gov. Kemp’s rollout of his efforts to combat gang crime in the state. We also check in on budget talks and the results from the New Hampshire primary.2020-02-141h 00Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastResidents Alarmed by Polluted Water Near Power PlantsOn today’s podcast, we talk with Jill Nolin from Georgia Recorder about two stories she recently reported regarding water pollution near power plant sites in middle Georgia.2020-02-1241 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastChaos at the Iowa CaucusesThe team recaps a chaotic start to the 2020 Democratic primary.2020-02-0643 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastDoug Collins to Challenge U.S. Senator Kelly LoefflerOn today’s podcast, we discuss Rep. Doug Collins’ decision to challenge Sen. Kelly Loeffler in November. We also check in on where Democrats stand in the race to unseat Sen. David Perdue.2020-01-3046 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastMaybe the State Budget Needs a Little Less Choppin'Luke and Kyle analyze last week’s budget hearings and discuss the warnings given by some agency leaders about the impact of the Governor’s proposed budget cuts.2020-01-2748 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastRecapping the Budget Hearings with Maggie LeeMaggie Lee, a freelance reporter working with Georgia Recorder to cover the 2020 legislative session, joins the podcast to recap last week’s budget hearings.2020-01-2714 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastAs Trump Order is Challenged in Court, Kemp Punts on Refugee Resettlement DecisionOn today’s podcast, we discuss Governor Kemp’s continued delay on whether to accept refugee resettlement in Georgia and a lawsuit that may take that decision out of his hands. We also check in on the Democratic primary.2020-01-2449 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastDana Barrett is Running for CongressOn today’s podcast we talk with Dana Barrett, a Democratic candidate in Georgia’s 11th congressional district. Dana spoke with us about her views on the issues, but she also weighed in on the temperament and character that a public official should have.2020-01-2231 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastRod Sellers is Running for CongressWe talk with Rod Sellers, a Democratic candidate for Congress in Georgia's 11th Congressional District. Rod brings a focus on unions and bargaining rights at the workplace to this race, but he has a tough task on his hands. He brings a progressive message to a relatively conservative district currently held by Barry Loudermilk.2020-01-2122 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastRecapping the State of the State with Georgia Recorder's Jill NolinJill Nolin, reporter at Georgia Recorder, joins the podcast to recap Governor Kemp’s annual address on his priorities for legislative session. We also discuss movement on a “marketplace facilitator” bill that plays into this year’s debate over state finances.2020-01-1911 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastPreviewing the 2020 Legislative SessionOn today’s podcast, we preview the issues, personalities, and conflicts that will define the 2020 legislative session.2020-01-1348 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastMatt Lieberman is Running for the US SenateOn today’s podcast, we talk with Matt Lieberman about his candidacy for the US Senate. Matt is a candidate in the jungle primary competing for the Senate seat formerly held by Johnny Isakson.2020-01-1234 minPeachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastLooking Ahead to 2020On today’s podcast, we discuss Greg Bluestein’s seven questions that will define Georgia politics in 2020. If you want a preview of the 2020 political landscape in Georgia, his list is a must-read.2020-01-1244 min
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastPresident Trump Impeached by the U.S. HouseOn this week's podcast, we discuss a series of stories that illustrate the troubles with Georgia's system and infrastructure for voting. Then, President Trump was impeached by the U.S. House on Wednesday evening. We previewed what comes next.2019-12-1953 min
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastSupreme Court Retirement Delays Election, Gives Kemp Another AppointmentOn today's podcast, we discuss the early retirement of Georgia Supreme Court Justice Robert Benham, the first African-American to serve on the state's highest court. We talk about his retirement's impact on the campaigns of his would-be successors, and we look at the state supreme court's place in the ideological war over the nation's courts.2019-12-1540 min
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastDeborah Gonzalez is Running for District AttorneyOn today's podcast, we talk with Deborah Gonzalez, a candidate for District Attorney in Athens-Clarke and Oconee counties, about her views on criminal justice reform and her campaign.2019-12-1341 min
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastTrump Administration Proposals to Take Nutrition Assistance from ThousandsOn this week's podcast, we discuss a new report from the AJC showing that nutrition assistance programs like SNAP provide less assistance to people in rural areas because of higher food prices. Despite the challenges people in need of food assistance face, the Trump administration is considering proposals that would take the program away from thousands of Georgians.2019-12-0631 min
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastDefying Trump, Kemp Taps Loeffler for U.S. SenateWe discuss Governor Brian Kemp's decision to appoint Atlanta businesswoman Kelly Loeffler to the U.S. Senate despite President Trump's endorsement of Rep. Doug Collins.2019-12-0542 min
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastRecapping the Atlanta Democratic Debate: A Georgia PerspectiveOn this episode, Payeton Childers and Natalie Speier join to recap the November Democratic Debate in Atlanta from a Georgia perspective.2019-11-2425 min
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastRecapping the Atlanta Democratic Debate: A National PerspectiveOn this episode, Kelly Dobso and Olivia Bauer join to recap the November Democratic debate in Atlanta from a national perspective.2019-11-2427 min
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastCelebrating the Downfall of AlabamaWe made a sports podcast! John Carolin, from the short-lived PeachPod sports podcast The Misery Index, joins the PeachPod crew to talk about LSU's victory over Alabama, this year's edition of the Deep South's Oldest Rivalry, and the future for sports gambling in the Georgia legislature.2019-11-1559 min
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastLegislation Criminalizing Gender-Confirming Care for Children to be Introduced Next YearOn today’s podcast, we discuss new legislation from Rep. Ginny Ehrhart that would criminalize the provision of gender-confirming health care for transgender children and the message it sends to the transgender community.2019-11-1419 min
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastPeach Bites: Why the Kentucky and Virginia Elections Matter in GeorgiaWe're trying out a new, shorter format on episodes this week. On today's podcast, we break down the results of off-year elections in Kentucky and Virginia and discuss why they matter in Georgia.2019-11-1127 min
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastPay Lindsay, Pay (him)!On today's podcast, we spend Cocktail Party week discussing the latest action in state houses and by the NCAA on the question of allowing college athletes to be paid. Then we update our coverage of carcinogenic chemical emissions by three medical sterilization plans and surprisingly aggressive action taken by the state.2019-11-0142 min
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastBlowin’ Smoke So the State Won’t Go BrokeOn this week’s show, we discuss the role legalization of recreational marijuana could play in criminal justice reforms and the state’s budget crunch. We also talk about Governor Kemp’s education agenda and recap the latest fundraising totals.2019-10-241h 08
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastJimmy Herndon is Running for Cobb County SheriffThis week we talk with Jimmy Herndon, a candidate for Sheriff in Cobb County about his views on immigration enforcement, efforts to end mass incarceration, and improving treatment of people housed at jails in Cobb. We also introduce two new members of PeachPod — Kelly Dobso and Olivia Bauer — who join to recap Tuesday’s Democratic presidential debate.2019-10-1859 min
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastRenee Unterman is Running for CongressThis week we talk to State Senator Renee Unterman. She is a Republican candidate to succeed Rep. Rob Woodall in Georgia's 7th Congressional District. Then we update on the choice before Gov. Brian Kemp about who should be Georgia's next U.S. Senator.2019-10-101h 01
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastTed Terry Backs Medicare for All, Green New DealDemocratic U.S. Senate candidate Ted Terry comes back on PeachPod to tell us about his support for Medicare for All and the Green New Deal. He also speaks on the importance of addressing America's crisis in long-term care for aging loved ones.2019-10-0826 min
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastWhere do Georgia Senate Candidates Stand on Climate ChangeOn this week's show, we update the latest on the impeachment inquiry, compare Democratic Senate candidates' positions on climate change, and recap the off-season budget hearings.2019-10-0458 min
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastDr. Michael Owens is Running for CongressThis week, we talk with Dr. Michael Owens, the former Chairman of Cobb County Democrats and a third-generation military veteran, about his decision to launch a primary challenge against Rep. David Scott in Georgia's 13th Congressional District.2019-09-271h 01
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastImpeachPod: A Donald Trump PodcastWe discuss Nancy Pelosi's announcement that the House of Representatives is now in a formal impeachment inquiry and we recap how we got here.2019-09-2541 min
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastProposed Budget Cuts Brew Tension Between Kemp and LawmakersThis week, we update the discussion about Kemp's proposed budget cuts and check in on the Georgia Senate races now that Jon Ossoff has declared his candidacy.2019-09-2054 min
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastSarah Riggs Amico is Running for the U.S. SenateThis week, Sarah Riggs Amico joins to discuss her campaign to challenge David Perdue in the U.S. Senate.2019-09-1848 min
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastFrom Activist to Governing: A Conversation with Athens-Clarke County Commissioner Tim DensonAthens-Clarke County Commissioner Tim Denson joins the show to update us on the latest policy moves in Athens and tell us about the challenges and opportunities of transitioning from an activist to a governing position.2019-09-061h 03
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastA Statesman Heads for the SunsetThis week Senator Johnny Isakson stunned the Georgia political world by announcing that he would retire his seat in the U.S. Senate at the end of 2019. We reflect on Senator Isakson's career and talk about the political earthquake it sets off in 2020. Then, we discuss President Trump's escalation of his trade war with China and its impact on Georgia farmers. Finally this week, we check in on the latest of cancer-causing emissions from two medical sterilization facilities in Smyrna and Covington.2019-08-311h 09
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastDemocratic Leader Bob Trammell Calls for a Suspension of Operations at SterigenicsOn this bonus podcast, House Minority Leader Bob Trammell joins the podcast to discuss a variety of issues with Kyle and Luke. Trammell calls for a suspension of operations at the Sterigenics medical sterilization facility in light of new AJC reporting regarding safety concerns. He also discusses Democrats' strategy for taking the State House in the 2020 elections and his caucus' plans to pursue repeal of the state's new abortion ban.2019-08-2839 min
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastGovernor Kemp Considers Steep Budget CutsThis week, the crew talks about a recent decision that prohibits the use of Georgia's current voting machines past the 2019 municipal elections amidst a myriad of security concerns. Danny Kanso from the Georgia Budget and Policy Institute joins to discuss Governor Kemp's proposed budget cuts as the state considers a cut to the top income tax rate. And Wes Wolfe from the Brunswick News tells us about environmentalists concerns over a Georgia Power plan to dispose of coal ash.2019-08-231h 07
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastDemocrats Throwdown in MotownThis week, we recap the second debate of the Democratic primary in Detroit. Then, Marquis Cole, a Democratic candidate for Georgia's 7th Congressional District, joins to discuss his campaign.2019-08-011h 09
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastTed Terry is Running for the U.S. SenateMegan sits down with Ted Terry to discuss his views as he launches a campaign for U.S. Senate.2019-07-2446 min
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastAthens Tries Governing for EveryoneThis week we discuss last year's blue wave election for the Athens Mayor and Commission and how new members are bringing progressive policies to the Classic City. Nabilah Islam, candidate for Georgia's 7th Congressional district, joins to react to President Trump's racist tweets. And we discuss Democratic Leader Bob Trammell's endorsement of Kamala Harris for President.2019-07-1949 min
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastTed Terry Enters the US Senate RaceOn this week's show, we discuss Ted Terry's entrance into the US Senate race, the outlook for candidates in Georgia and nationally based on their latest fundraising totals, and the crisis at the border.2019-07-111h 04
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastDemocrats Roast Biden to Kick Off 2020 PrimaryOn this week's show, the team recaps the first Democratic debate of the 2020 cycle. We also talk about two important decisions handed down by SCOTUS last week. The Court stopped the Trump administration from adding a citizenship question to the census but declined to intervene in partisan gerrymandering.2019-07-021h 08
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastStacey Abrams Challenges Georgia's Election SystemWe devote the entire podcast today to a legal challenge filed by Stacey Abrams' new voting rights group, Fair Fight Action, seeking major reforms to the way the state conducts elections.2019-06-2739 min
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastPeachPod Hits the Books!Gov. Deal told us we had to talk about education more.2018-09-281h 20
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastCharlie Bailey Joins to Discuss Running for Attorney GeneralOn this week's show we talk to Charlie Bailey, the Democratic candidate for Attorney General about his run for the top prosecutor job in the state. We also discuss the health care plans presented by Stacey Abrams and Brian Kemp. And Megan interviews Jeff Graham, the Executive Director of Georgia Equality, about religious freedom legislation and the stakes for LGBT Georgians of this fall's elections.
Learn more about Charlie Bailey's campaign at his website.
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Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastBrian Kemp Leaps to the CenterOn this week's show we talk about Brian Kemp's move to the center on immigration and the religious liberty/LGBT rights debate. We also discuss the influence of dark money in our politics, Bob Woodward's new book about the Trump White House, and the first day of Brett Kavanaugh's Supreme Court Confirmation hearings.
This podcast contains explicit language because of those absolutely bananas anecdotes from Bob Woodward’s new book.
You can find the polling we discuss from the AJC here. We discussed the January and April 2018 polls.
Excerpts from Woodward's new book we...2018-09-061h 01
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastBONUS: Recapping the Races for Mayor and Commission in AthensOn this bonus edition of PeachPod, Kyle and Luke discuss the outcome of the elections for mayor and commission in Athens-Clarke County.2018-05-2838 min
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastWhat Are You Doing Alabama? A PeachPod Hot TakeWe briefly discuss the news that during the 1970s Alabama Senate candidate Roy Moore was alleged to have dated teenaged girls and molested a 14 year old when he was in his 30s.2017-11-1318 min
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastDefending DACA: A PeachPod Special ReportOn this week’s episode, Kyle takes an extended look at the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA). In September, President Trump announced that he was ending DACA, a temporary protection from deportation program, enacted through executive action from President Obama. The program allowed immigrants brought to the U.S. as children, many of whom are now young adults, to stay in the United States and get authorization to work, drive, and go to college.2017-10-1458 min
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastLooking Back at a Year of PeachPod“Donald Trump’s empathy might be the greatest fraud in modern American politics”
On this week’s episode we look back at a year of PeachPod. We began this show as the 2016 election transitioned from the primary to the general election. So we take a look back at what we got wrong about 2016, how anger influences our politics, and whether or not we can sustain the chaos that defines our politics today. We also discuss the challenges in reporting on the legislature, how we miss Jon Richards’ excellent reporting that helped us understand the Gold Dome, and what goals we have for t...2017-07-011h 06
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastMore Like ImpeachPod, Amirite?Welcome to episode number 50 for PeachPod!
On this week’s show, Luke joins Kyle in studio to record in person in Washington DC. We discuss the latest on the investigation into whether President Donald Trump’s campaign coordinated with Russian operatives in an attempt to impact the 2016 election. We also discuss the emerging campaign on the Democratic side between Stacey Abrams and Stacey Evans for Georgia’s Governorship.2017-05-3059 min
Peachpod: A Georgia Politics PodcastPeachPod Conversations: Buzz BrockwayKyle sits down with State Representative Buzz Brockway to discuss his campaign for Secretary of State and his thoughts on education policy.
Recorded Thursday, May 4th, 20172017-05-1252 min