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Politically Georgia

ByThe Atlanta Journal-Constitution
821 episodes

Podcast Summary

Get real, fact-based news on the new Politically Georgia podcast from The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. The podcast is hosted by Georgia’s best political team with Greg Bluestein, Patricia Murphy and Tia Mitchell from Washington. Our journalists provide in-depth reporting and analysis from the nation’s political battleground state. Call in with your questions on the Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at (770)-810-5297‬, and our hosts will answer them on future episodes. Learn more on the AJC Politically Georgia Podcast page.

#1

Strickland’s AG Pitch and Bottoms’ Bold Bid

On today’s episode of Politically Georgia, Patricia Murphy sits down with Republican state Senator Brian Strickland, who shares why he’s jumping into the race for Georgia attorney general and what sets him apart from others in the field. Then, AJC City Hall reporter Riley Bunch joins Patricia and Greg Bluestein to discuss former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms’ surprise bid for governor, including the challenges she faces and her evolving political narrative. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at [email protected]. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-06-05•33mins
#2

Power, Pardons, and the Chrisleys

On this Washington Wednesday edition of Politically Georgia, hosts Tia Mitchell and Patricia Murphy unpack the power of presidential pardons—how they work, why they’re so controversial, and what’s different about Donald Trump’s approach. AJC legal reporter Rosie Manins joins to explain the legal and political fallout. Then, Alex Little, lawyer for reality TV couple Todd and Julie Chrisley, shares how the Chrisleys secured a Trump pardon and what’s next for the famous family. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at [email protected]. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-06-04•29mins
#3

Georgia’s Economic Outlook

Host Patricia Murphy talks with Georgia Labor Commissioner Barbara Rivera Holmes about her work in the department, her career path, and her goals for a second term in 2026. Then, AJC Business Editor Scott Trubey joins to unpack the latest updates on tariffs, Georgia’s business climate, and the potential impact of Trump’s proposed budget cuts on clean energy and electric vehicle incentives in Georgia. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at [email protected]. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-06-03•31mins
#4

Kemp’s Future, King’s Critics, and Capitol Questions

On today’s Monday Mailbag edition of Politically Georgia, hosts Greg Bluestein and Tia Mitchell answer listener questions about Insurance Commissioner John King’s political positioning, whether Gov. Brian Kemp is ready to retire—or rule from the sidelines—and how Georgia might handle federal funding cuts. Plus, they dive into concerns about the 2017 tax law, SNAP benefits, and the impact of transgender legislation on high school sports. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at [email protected]. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-06-02•23mins
#5

Immigration, Elections, and the GOP’s Senate Strategy

Hosts Patricia Murphy and Greg sit down with state Rep. Kasey Carpenter to discuss why he’s voicing concerns about how immigration laws are being enforced—and the Dalton community’s response to a local student’s deportation. Then, Republican strategist Stephen Lawson joins to dissect the newfound alliance forming between Donald Trump and Gov. Brian Kemp and what it means for the GOP’s search for a U.S. Senate candidate to take on Jon Ossoff in 2026. Plus, how both parties are grappling with Georgia’s changing electorate and high-stakes messaging battles ahead of the next election. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at [email protected]. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-29•35mins
#6

Cuts, Costs, and College Debt

On this Washington Wednesday edition of Politically Georgia, hosts Tia Mitchell and Patricia Murphy unpack what’s inside President Donald Trump’s sweeping reconciliation bill as it heads to the Senate—and what could derail it. Reporter Michael Jones joins the show to explain the sharp divisions among Senate Republicans over spending cuts, Medicaid changes, and deficit concerns. Then, the show turns to student loan repayment with policy expert Michele Zampini, who breaks down what new repayment rules, agency cuts, and proposed overhauls could mean for Georgia’s 1.7 million borrowers. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at [email protected]. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-28•34mins
#7

Georgia’s Ground Game

Hosts Greg Bluestein and Tia Mitchell hit the road for updates from across the state. In Savannah, AJC coastal reporter Adam Van Brimmer breaks down the quiet GOP scramble to replace Rep. Buddy Carter and the early ripple effects of new tariffs at Georgia’s ports. Then in Athens, bureau chief Fletcher Page shares how the city is still grappling with the aftermath of Laken Riley’s death and what’s driving a wave of economic development. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at [email protected]. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-27•24mins
#8

Ballots, Bills, and Bottoms

On this Memorial Day edition of Politically Georgia, hosts Greg Bluestein and Tia Mitchell answer your questions from the listener mailbag, starting with a deeply personal and politically charged story about Georgia’s abortion law and its real-world impact. Then, they respond to a listener’s idea to draft 2026 Senate contenders, and dig into your questions on Keisha Lance Bottoms’ candidacy, taxpayer funding for Donald Trump’s legal bills, and the fate of Trump’s “big, beautiful bill” in Congress. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at [email protected]. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-26•27mins

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#9

King’s Bid to Unseat Ossoff

On today’s Politically Georgia, Insurance Commissioner John King joins Greg Bluestein to talk about his run for U.S. Senate. King shares his pitch to Georgia voters, weighs in on immigration, and discusses what it would mean to earn endorsements from both Governor Brian Kemp and former President Donald Trump. Plus, Greg and Patricia Murphy turn to the wide-open race for governor as Keisha Lance Bottoms officially enters the fray. Will her ties to former President Biden help or hurt her chances? Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at [email protected]. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-22•32mins
#10

Food Stamps and Fiscal Fights

On this Washington Wednesday edition of Politically Georgia, hosts Tia Mitchell and Patricia Murphy unpack why Georgia Congressman Andrew Clyde broke ranks on President Trump’s “big, beautiful bill.” Clyde voted against advancing the measure, citing concerns over Medicaid and taxes on gun silencers. Plus, Ife Finch Floyd of the Georgia Budget and Policy Institute joins the show to explain how proposed cuts to food stamps could affect hundreds of thousands of Georgians. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at [email protected]. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-21•30mins
#11

Bottoms Aims for Georgia’s Top Job

Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms officially launches her campaign for governor. In a one-on-one interview, Greg Bluestein talks with Bottoms about her path back to the ballot, why she believes she can break Georgia Democrats’ losing streak, and what she says sets her apart in the race. Plus, former Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan joins Greg and Patricia Murphy with his pitch for a new “Main Street Democrat” movement—and his warning about both parties leaning too far to the extremes. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at [email protected]. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-20•32mins
#12

Trump’s Legal Bills on Georgia’s Tab?

Hosts Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy answer listener questions about executive orders, First Lady Marty Kemp, and Gov. Brian Kemp’s latest round of vetoes. Then, AJC senior reporter Tamar Hallerman joins the show to explain a bill Gov. Kemp signed that could open the door for taxpayers to cover Donald Trump’s legal costs in the Georgia election interference case. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at [email protected]. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-19•30mins
#13

Kemp’s Deadline and Trump’s Call

Hosts Patricia Murphy and Greg Bluestein break down the major bills awaiting Gov. Brian Kemp’s signature as the veto deadline arrives. From tort reform to IVF protections, Kemp hasn’t struck down any legislation yet. Plus, Kemp’s recent meeting with Donald Trump in Washington raises new questions: Can the two unite behind a Republican challenger to Senator Jon Ossoff? Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at [email protected]. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-15•25mins
#14

What Medicaid Cuts Could Mean for Georgia

On this Washington Wednesday edition of Politically Georgia, hosts Tia Mitchell and Patricia Murphy take a closer look at the proposed Medicaid cuts advancing in Congress. From new work requirements to potential cost-sharing for low-income recipients, they break down what’s at stake for millions of Americans. Plus, Kaiser Family Foundation’s Sam Whitehead joins the show to explain how the changes could impact Medicaid and PeachCare coverage for 2 million Georgians. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at [email protected]. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-14•25mins
#15

Greene’s Out, King’s In

The Senate race in Georgia continues to take shape. On today’s Politically Georgia, hosts Greg Bluestein and Tia Mitchell break down U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s weekend announcement that she won’t run for Senate—while leaving the door open for a future run for governor. Meanwhile, Insurance Commissioner John King officially enters the race to challenge Democratic U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff, pitching himself as a law-and-order conservative. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at [email protected]. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-13•24mins
#16

Buddy Carter Makes His Move

With Governor Brian Kemp out of the 2026 Senate race, the GOP field is already shifting. On today’s Politically Georgia, Patricia Murphy sits down with U.S. Rep. Buddy Carter, the first prominent Republican to jump into the race. Then, Greg Bluestein and Tia Mitchell tackle your questions from the listener mailbag. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at [email protected]. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-12•37mins
#17

Special Edition: Kemp Bows Out

In this special edition of Politically Georgia, hosts Greg Bluestein and Tia Mitchell unpack the fallout from Gov. Brian Kemp’s decision not to run for Senate in 2026. With Kemp out, the race to challenge Sen. Jon Ossoff is wide open—and so is the speculation. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at [email protected]. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-09•28mins
#18

Josh McLaurin’s Statewide Pitch

State Sen. Josh McLaurin launched his campaign for lieutenant governor in Savannah, and on today’s episode of Politically Georgia, the Sandy Springs Democrat tells hosts Patricia Murphy and Greg Bluestein why he's taking a statewide approach from day one. Plus, Tia Mitchell talks with AJC editor-in-chief Leroy Chapman about the significance of World Press Freedom Day and the challenges facing journalism in 2025. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at [email protected]. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-08•34mins
#19

Georgia Senate Scramble - Who Runs without Kemp?

Governor Brian Kemp’s decision not to run for U.S. Senate sets off a political scramble in Georgia. On today’s episode of Politically Georgia, hosts Patricia Murphy, Tia Mitchell, and Greg Bluestein break down the ripple effects of Kemp’s announcement, including who’s angling to take his place on the 2026 ballot. Plus, they look at Senator Raphael Warnock’s Atlanta town hall, where he tackled questions on tariffs, DOGE cuts, and the Middle East — and how his style stacks up against Ossoff and Marjorie Taylor Greene. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at [email protected]. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-07•32mins
#20

Kemp passes on Ossoff Challenge, Charlie Bailey Takes the Helm for Dems

In a major development, Governor Brian Kemp announced Monday that he will not run for U.S. Senate in 2026—dashing hopes among Republicans who viewed him as their strongest contender against Senator Jon Ossoff. On today’s episode of the Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Patricia Murphy and Tia Mitchell unpack what Kemp’s decision means for the GOP field. Then, they turn to an interview with Charlie Bailey, the newly elected chair of the Democratic Party of Georgia. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at [email protected]. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-06•33mins
#21

AJC Poll: Kemp vs. Ossoff in 2026 Dead Heat

Greg Bluestein and Tia Mitchell unpack the latest AJC poll showing a tight race between Kemp and Ossoff in 2026. With Kemp's plans unclear and Ossoff leading other potential matchups, the political landscape is uncertain. Plus, they answer listener questions in the Monday mailbag. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at [email protected]. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-05•28mins
#22

Esteves’ plans to win in 2026

Hosts Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy sit down with state Sen. Jason Esteves, who has officially launched his campaign for Georgia governor. The Atlanta Democrat talks about his path from the school board to the state Senate, why he’s challenging the odds in a red-leaning state, and his vision for small businesses, health care, and the future of the Democratic Party. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at [email protected]. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-05-01•32mins
#23

AJC Poll: Economic Pessimism Grips Georgia Voters

Tia Mitchell, Greg Bluestein, and Patricia Murphy unpack fresh AJC polling with UGA pollster Trey Hood. With 55% disapproving of Trump’s economic record and inflation topping voter concerns, the results paint a stark picture of how Georgians view the current and future economy. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at [email protected]. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-04-30•30mins

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#24

Pressure on Ossoff, Ambitions for Blair

Hosts Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy break down Senator Jon Ossoff’s recent town hall, including a tense exchange over Donald Trump and the contrasts with town halls held by Reps. McCormick and Greene. Plus, they introduce Everton Blair, a former Gwinnett school board chair now running to unseat U.S. Rep. David Scott. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at [email protected]. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-04-29•35mins
#25

Campus Visas, Crime Stats, and Confederate Memorial Day

On today’s Politically Georgia, hosts Greg Bluestein and Tia Mitchell dig into your Monday Mailbag questions. They cover crime statistics in Clarkston, the rise in student visa revocations linked to the Laken Riley Act, and confusion over Georgia’s new school cell phone policy. Plus, a a look at the final version of tort reform, and whether UGA will display the Confederate Constitution. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at [email protected]. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-04-28•29mins
#26

Hartsfield Hits 100, City Hits a Wall

Atlanta City Council is back from spring recess and staring down a $20 million budget shortfall. On today’s Politically Georgia, host Patricia Murphy talks with AJC City Hall reporter Riley Bunch about what’s driving the deficit and what comes next. Then, AJC business reporter Emma Hurt joins the show to break down the politics behind Hartsfield-Jackson’s 100-year legacy—and Mayor Andre Dickens’ pointed message amid renewed tensions over control of the airport. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at [email protected]. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-04-24•26mins
#27

Targeting DEI

After President Trump’s executive orders dismantling DEI programs, major companies like Target began scaling back their diversity efforts—sparking backlash from longtime advocates. On today’s episode of Politically Georgia, hosts Tia Mitchell and Patricia Murphy speak with Pastor Jamal Bryant of New Birth Missionary Baptist Church, who is leading a boycott against Target following its rollback of DEI policies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-04-23•30mins
#28

Georgia 2026 opening act: Esteves is running. Kemp is waiting

Democratic state Sen. Jason Esteves is officially running for Georgia governor, setting the stage for a high-profile showdown in 2026. Meanwhile, Gov. Brian Kemp notched a major legislative victory with the final approval of his long-sought legal overhaul. Hosts Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy break down both developments and talk with GOP strategist Stephen Lawson about what’s next for the governor. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at [email protected]. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-04-22•34mins
#29

Votes, Voices, and the SAVE Act

Hosts Greg Bluestein, Patricia Murphy, and Tia Mitchell dig into your Monday Mailbag questions. From the fallout over the SAVE Act and voter ID confusion to Democratic candidates outside metro Atlanta and the future of ranked choice voting, listeners across the state sound off—and our hosts break it all down. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at [email protected]. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-04-21•28mins
#30

Chaos in Acworth, Cuts in Atlanta

Hosts Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy unpack the chaos at U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s town hall in Acworth, where demonstrators repeatedly disrupted the event in protest of her support for President Trump’s budget-cutting agenda. Plus, we hear from Atlanta-based CDC workers affected by President Trump’s sweeping plan to downsize federal agencies—and what those layoffs mean for Georgia. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at [email protected]. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-04-17•32mins
#31

Student Loans and the ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’

Student loan payments are back—and not without major complications. On today’s episode of Politically Georgia, host Tia Mitchell talks with AJC education reporter Jason Armesto about the rocky return to repayments and the potential fallout for Georgia borrowers and schools. Plus, she breaks down what’s in the next phase of President Trump’s sweeping budget bill, from border spending to deep federal cuts. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at [email protected]. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-04-16•28mins
#32

Now What for Georgia Politics?

After a turbulent few months, Georgia Democrats are regrouping. On today’s episode of Politically Georgia, hosts Patricia Murphy and Tia Mitchell speak with interim party chair Matthew Wilson about what’s next for the party after Nikema Williams’ resignation and a major candidate’s exit from the governor’s race. Then, former Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan joins to discuss his latest AJC column, “Now What,” and what both parties need to do to shift from rhetoric to results. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at [email protected]. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-04-15•33mins
#33

Navigating Tariffs in Georgia

President Trump’s escalating tariff war has Georgia businesses bracing for impact. On today’s episode of Politically Georgia, hosts Patricia Murphy and Tia Mitchell talk with Georgia Chamber of Commerce President Chris Clark about how companies are navigating the uncertainty. Plus, it’s Monday—so we dig into the listener mailbag and answer your questions. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at [email protected]. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-04-14•31mins
#34

Schools, Safety, and Shutdowns

Education took center stage as Georgia’s legislative session came to a close. On today’s episode of Politically Georgia, host Patricia Murphy is joined by AJC education reporter Martha Dalton to break down two major bills parents need to know about: a school safety plan aimed at preventing violence and a ban on cellphones for K–8 students. Plus, Martha shares what she heard from Atlanta-based employees laid off after President Trump signed an executive order to eliminate the U.S. Department of Education. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at [email protected]. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-04-10•23mins
#35

Booker’s Marathon, Lewis’ Legacy

Sen. Cory Booker broke a Senate record with a 25-hour filibuster—and cited the late John Lewis as his inspiration. On today’s episode of Politically Georgia, host Tia Mitchell sits down with Michael Collins, former chief of staff to Lewis and now head of the John and Lillian Miles Lewis Foundation, to reflect on Lewis’ enduring impact on Democrats in Washington. Then, Mitchell and co-host Patricia Murphy discuss the “Hands Off” rallies, including a massive protest outside the Georgia Capitol pushing back on the Trump administration’s proposed DOGE cuts. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at [email protected]. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-04-09•32mins
#36

Gold Dome and Greenbacks

Hosts Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy break down the winners and losers from the final, chaotic hours of the 2025 legislative session. Then, State Sen. Brandon Beach joins us to talk about his new role as U.S. Treasurer, reflecting on his time under the Gold Dome and what’s next in Washington. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at [email protected]. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-04-08•29mins
#37

Jockeying for 2026

Hosts Greg Bluestein and Tia Mitchell dive into your questions from the listener mailbag. From early moves in Georgia’s 2026 races to the latest polling in the U.S. Senate contest, we break down what’s driving candidates to jump in now. Plus, what’s happening with the Fulton County election case, Georgia Supreme Court shakeups, CDC funding concerns—and even what’s behind that smoother highway ride. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at [email protected]. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-04-07•25mins
#38

Sine Die Showdown

Hosts Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy break down the whirlwind final hours of the 2025 legislative session. With dozens of bills still in play, lawmakers scramble to strike last-minute deals before the clock runs out on Sine Die. Plus, U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff sheds his low-key image as he gears up for reelection with a sharper message from Washington. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at [email protected]. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-04-03•32mins
#39

Liberation Day

President Donald Trump has repeatedly called April 2 “Liberation Day,” with promises to roll out a set of tariffs, or taxes on imports from other countries. Hosts Tia Mitchell and Patricia Murphy have the latest on the trade wars launched by President Donald Trump and dive into what they mean in Washington and for Georgians. Have a question or comment for the show? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next listener mailbag segment. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-04-02•29mins
#40

McBath Bows Out and the Vote Purge

Hosts Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy discuss the shifting Democratic field for Georgia governor now that U.S. Rep. Lucy McBath has suspended her campaign following a family health crisis. Then, voting and election expert Mark Niesse explains the last-minute election bills that are looking for final passage before Sine Die. Have a question or comment for the show? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next listener mailbag segment. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-04-01•27mins
#41

Democrats in Decline?

Greg Bluestein, Tia Mitchell and Patricia Murphy dive into mailbag questions, where a majority of listeners' questions concern Democrats under the Gold Dome, and at the U.S. Capitol. Have a question or comment for the show? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next listener mailbag segment. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-03-31•28mins
#42

Group Chat Bombshell and Kemp’s Bill Backlash

Former Georgia Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan weighs in on top Trump administration officials sharing attack plans in a group chat that accidentally included the editor-in-chief of The Atlantic. Then, Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy have the latest on the political fallout from Gov. Brian Kemp’s legal overhaul and the fresh scrutiny of The New Georgia Project. Have a question or comment for the show? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next listener mailbag segment. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-03-27•33mins
#43

Trump Trying the Courts and RFRA’s Revival

Host Tia Mitchell talks with Fred Smith Jr., a professor at Emory University School of Law, about the tensions between the Trump administration and the courts. Then, Greg Bluestein updates us from the Gold Dome on a long-debated religious liberty measure. Have a question or comment for the show? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next listener mailbag segment. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-03-26•37mins
#44

Kemp Gets His Win and a Viral Ginny Lim

Hosts Greg Bluestein and Tia Mitchell discuss where Georgia lawmakers stand after a vote on Gov. Kemp’s main priority this legislative session, a bill that rewrites litigation rules. Then, they hear from Ginny Lim who went viral for confronting U.S. Rep. Rich McCormick at a Roswell town hall in February. Have a question or comment for the show? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next listener mailbag segment. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-03-25•32mins
#45

Ossoff Launches Campaign

Hosts Patricia Murphy and Greg Bluestein analyze Senator Jon Ossoff’s kickoff to his reelection campaign with his rally in Atlanta over the weekend. Then, Patricia and Greg join colleague Tia Mitchell to answer your questions from the listener mailbag. Have a question or comment for the show? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next listener mailbag segment. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-03-24•32mins
#46

Town Hall Turmoil and a 2026 Shakeup

Hosts Patricia Murphy and Greg Bluestein analyze the different approaches to town halls by Republicans and Democrats. Then, they discuss Governor Brian Kemp’s recent concessions on his legal overhaul, commonly referred to as ‘tort reform’, and the 2026 governor race hopefuls. Have a question or comment for the show? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next listener mailbag segment. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-03-20•29mins
#47

Trump Tariffs Explained

Hosts Tia Mitchell and Patricia Murphy talk about the strategy around the Trump administration’s tariff’s and their impact on prices in Georgia with Gavin Bade, who reports on trade, economics and industrial policy for The Wall Street Journal. Have a question or comment for the show? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during the listener mailbag segment on next Friday's episode. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-03-19•29mins
#48

Why You Can't Bet on Sports Betting

Host Greg Bluestein explores the long-debated sports betting proposal and why it fell to the wayside yet again this session. But first, Greg Bluestein, Patricia Murphy, and Tia Mitchell talk about Congress avoiding a government shutdown and U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff’s much-anticipated rally to kick off his reelection campaign. Have a question or comment for the show? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next listener mailbag segment. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-03-18•28mins
#49

Mailbag Mondays and Maya’s Best Dressed

Hosts Greg Bluestein, Patricia Murphy, and Tia Mitchell answer questions from listeners about limiting jury awards in lawsuits, often called “tort reform” by supporters, Crossover Day, clean energy, and more. Then, AJC government reporter Maya T. Prabhu dishes about her infamous best-dressed lawmakers list. Have a question or comment for the show? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during the listener mailbag segment on next Friday's episode. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-03-17•28mins
#50

Carolyn Hugley on Three Decades Under The Gold Dome

Georgia House Minority Leader Carolyn Hugley talks about her priorities as the legislative session ramps up to a final sprint and what she’s learned during her three-decade tenure. Then, hosts Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy have the latest on how Kelly Loeffler and Doug Collins of Georgia are shaping President Donald Trump’s administration and update on one of Gov. Brian Kemp’s overhaul of Georgia’s civil litigation laws. Have a question or comment for the show? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during our next listener mailbag segment. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-03-13•39mins

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