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AthChat
By Drew Abney and Russell EdwardsNews
AthChat episodes
- AthChat: Episode 38: Mayoral Candidate, Tim Denson, comes back on the pod. We discuss Tim’s platform for Athens, how he would run commission meetings (Robert’s Rules!), and what his campaign is doing to win in May.
On the 38th episode of AthChat, hosts Drew Abney and Russell Edwards have a conversation with Mayoral candidate Tim Denson. We discuss Tim’s platform for Athens, how he would run commission meetings (Robert’s Rules!), and what his campaign is doing to win in May.
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*the views of the hosts do not reflect those of their employers.
1 hr 16 min - AthChat: Episode 37: District 5 Commissioner Candidate, Craig Topple, comes on the pod. We discuss Craig’s interesting path to living in Athens, his work as a pastor, and his motivations to be a community builder on the County Commission.
On the 37th episode of AthChat, hosts Drew Abney and Russell Edwards have a conversation with District 5 Commissioner Candidate, Craig Topple. We discuss Craig’s interesting path to living in Athens, his work as a pastor, and his motivations to be a community builder on the County Commission.
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*the views of the hosts do not reflect those of their employers.
56 min - AthChat: 2nd Debate Edition!: Candidates for Mayor of Athens-Clarke County joined Drew and Russell *in the big theatre* at Ciné for a two-hour debate. The room was packed again. The debate was lively. It was another great night in Athens.
On the 36th episode of AthChat, hosts Drew Abney and Russell Edwards moderated the second Athens Mayoral Debate. Topics included the housing affordability, road safety, immigration policy, homelessness, student housing, community engagement, taxation, community funding, transparency, community engagement, environmental sustainability, zoning changes.
You can also find a recording of our livestream here: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1C6xNi5vQ7/
Check out our merch store! Check out the store at the following link for some cheeky, politically-spicy merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/athchat/
*the views of the hosts do not reflect those of their employers.
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction and Format of the Debate
02:51 Candidate Opening Statements
09:00 Housing Crisis in Athens
15:05 Policy Decisions for Growth
20:48 Road Safety Concerns
27:50 Immigration and Community Relations
35:57 Addressing Homelessness
40:35 Addressing Homelessness in Athens
46:09 The Role of UGA in Housing
51:58 Student Housing Dilemma
57:57 Zoning and Housing Affordability
01:07:01 Taxation and Community Funding
01:20:54 Budget Priorities and School Funding
01:24:36 Community Engagement and Representation
01:25:03 Trust and Accountability in Leadership
01:30:15 Youth Activism and Protests
01:32:14 Housing Collaboration and Community Needs
01:35:06 Environmental Sustainability and Growth
01:42:06 Revenue Streams and Project Management
01:45:38 Affordable Housing Solutions
01:50:44 Closing Statements and Future Vision
2 hr 1 min - AthChat: Episode 35: District 7 Commissioner Candidate, Ed Tolley, comes on the pod. We discuss Ed’s long history in Athens, his 50-year+ law career, and his reasons for running for commissioner
On the 35th episode of AthChat, hosts Drew Abney and Russell Edwards have a conversation with District 7 Commissioner Candidate, Ed Tolley. We discuss Ed’s long history in Athens, his 50-year+ law career, and his reasons for running for commissioner
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*the views of the hosts do not reflect those of their employers.
55 min - AthChat: Episode 34: District 5 Commissioner Candidate, Zander Mason, comes on the pod. We discuss Zander’s roots in Athens, his vision for the county, and how he is differentiating himself from the three other candidates in D5
On the 34th episode of AthChat, hosts Drew Abney and Russell Edwards have a conversation with District 5 Commissioner Candidate Zander Mason. We discuss Zander’s roots in Athens, his vision for the county, and how he is differentiating himself from the three other candidates in D5.
Check out our merch store! Check out the store at the following link for some cheeky, politically-spicy merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/athchat/
*the views of the hosts do not reflect those of their employers.
1 hr 2 min - AthChat: Episode 33: Athens’ mayor, Kelly Girtz, comes on the pod. State Rep. Spencer Frye called-in from the Georgia State House. Topics: ongoing Athens’ projects/legislative session/Mayor's optimism
On the 33rd episode of AthChat, hosts Drew Abney and Russell Edwards have a conversation with Athens’ mayor, Kelly Girtz. We got a special call-in from State Rep. Spencer Frye who was ‘in session’ at the Georgia State House. We discuss ongoing project in Athens’, the unfolding legislative session at the State House, and Mayor Girtz’s optimism for this year.
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*the views of the hosts do not reflect those of their employers.
1 hr 10 min - AthChat: Episode 32: Watkinsville’s mayor, Brian Brodrick, comes on the pod. We discuss Brian’s service to the city of Watkinsville, thoughtful and swift city development facilitated by public-private partnerships, and more.
On the 32nd episode of AthChat, hosts Drew Abney and Russell Edwards have a conversation with Watkinsville’s mayor, Brian Brodrick. We discuss Brian’s service to the city of Watkinsville, thoughtful and swift city development facilitated by public-private partnerships, and more. Is Watkinsville more bike-friendly than Athens?
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*the views of the hosts do not reflect those of their employers.
1 hr 8 min - AthChat: Episode 31: Local outreach coordinator for the Georgia Center for Employee Ownership, Matt Epperson, comes on the pod. We discuss the options for employee ownership in Georgia and how these options can impact local businesses here in Athens.
On the 31st episode of AthChat, hosts Drew Abney and Russell Edwards have a conversation with the local outreach coordinator for the Georgia Center for Employee Ownership, Matt Epperson. We discuss Matt’s role as local outreach coordinator, the various options for employee ownership models, and how these options can positively impact local, beloved businesses in Athens.
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*the views of the hosts do not reflect those of their employers.
39 min - AthChat: Episode 30: Mayoral candidate, Sharon Miller, comes on the pod. We discuss Sharon’s background in ministry, community building, and her thoughts about Athens’ future.
On the 30th episode of AthChat, hosts Drew Abney and Russell Edwards have a conversation with mayoral candidate, Sharon Miller. We discuss Sharon’s background in ministry, community building, and her thoughts about Athens’ future.
Check out our merch store! Check out the store at the following link for some cheeky, politically-spicy merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/athchat/
*the views of the hosts do not reflect those of their employers.
56 min - AthChat: Episode 29: County commissioner and mayoral candidate, Dexter Fisher, comes back on the pod. We discuss his campaign roll out, many of his policy ideas, and some of his more controversial votes
On the 29th episode of AthChat, hosts Drew Abney and Russell Edwards have a conversation with county commissioner and mayoral candidate, Dexter Fisher. We discuss his campaign roll out, many of his policy ideas, and some of his more controversial votes.
Check out our merch store! Check out the store at the following link for some cheeky, politically-spicy merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/athchat/
*the views of the hosts do not reflect those of their employers.
1 hr 44 min
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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.