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On the 58th episode of AthChat, hosts Drew Abney and Russell Edwards have the Flagpole’s Blake Aued on the pod. We discuss the results up and down the ballot, what democrats can/should do with the majority, and our very preliminary predictions about the 2028 presidential election.
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On the 57th episode of AthChat, hosts Drew Abney and Russell Edwards have Dr. Marshall Shepherd on the pod. We discuss the science and communication of climate change, how the Southeast should prepare for harsher storms, and Dr. Shepherd’s optimism for the future.
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On the 56th episode of AthChat, hosts Drew Abney and Russell Edwards have representative and candidate for HD 121, Eric Gisler, and candidate for HD 120, Suzanna Karatassos, back on the pod. We discuss the issues they are hearing from constituents, how they are contrasting themselves from their opponents and what they are doing on the final stretch of their campaigns.
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On the 55th episode of AthChat, hosts Drew Abney and Russell Edwards have Commissioner Mike Hamby back on the pod. We discuss the FLOST measure that will be on the ballot in November, the space tree (OoooOooo), downtown street vendors, and our favorite shows at the 40 Watt.
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On the 54th episode of AthChat, hosts Drew Abney and Russell Edwards have candidate for Congressional District 10, Pamela DeLancy, on the pod. We discuss Pam’s 39 years of service in the military, how she is hitting the campaign trail, and what she will do in DC if she wins in November.
Important show note: Pam was trying to remember the name of her favorite pizza place in Athens…it is…Stoner’s Pizza.
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On the 53rd episode of AthChat, hosts Drew Abney and Russell Edwards have candidate for State Senate District 46, Ray Smith on the pod. We discuss what Ray is hearing from constituents on the campaign trail, why he is running for state senate, and why he thinks this is a crucial election cycle for democrats.
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On the 52nd episode of AthChat, hosts Drew Abney and Russell Edwards have Mayor-elect, Dexter Fisher, back on the pod. We discuss his perspective on the issues around homelessness in Athens, what is leadership style will be like at City Hall, and…his hot take on the upcoming UGA football season.
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On the 51st episode of AthChat, hosts Drew Abney and Russell Edwards have County Commissioner, Mike Hamby, back on the pod. We discuss the recent votes on issues around homelessness, navigating leadership and politics for over 18 years, and the controversial redistricting votes from 2022 that changed the makeup of the county commission.
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On the 50th episode of AthChat, hosts Drew Abney and Russell Edwards have Winterville mayor, Dodd Ferrelle, on the pod. We discuss the growth and beauty of Winterville, how creativity can drive public service, and Dodd’s artistic endeavors.
***We have new and improved audio equipment…enjoy!***
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On the 49th episode of AthChat, hosts Drew Abney and Russell Edwards have former mayoral candidate, Dr. LaKeisha Gantt, back on the pod. We discuss lessons from the mayoral campaign trail, creating better discourse across communities in Athens, and what is next for Dr. Gantt.
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A podcast for anyone who wants to join the conversation about what's going on in Athens, Georgia. Local and state politics, culture, and good living.