Georgia lawmakers are holding a special session now to redraw Georgia’s congressional and legislative districts. Christopher Bruce, the political director of the ACLU of Georgia, talks about what this means for Georgia voters.

Plus, “Closer Look” program host Rose Scott checks in with British Consul General Andrew Staunton to discuss the COP 26 summit.

Lastly, Ceci Aaron, the daughter of Billie and the late Hank Aaron, reflects on the Atlanta Braves winning the World Series.

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One day after Georgia voters took to the polls to vote for several municipal and county elections, “Closer Look” program host Rose Scott talks with several candidates headed for runoffs. Guests include Atlanta City Councilmember Andre Dickens, Atlanta-based political strategist and analyst Fred Hicks, political newcomer Doug Shipman and current and longtime councilmember Natalyn Archibong.

Plus, WABE reporter Emil Moffatt discusses the Atlanta Braves' journey to victory. 

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Dr. Lauren Tucker, the CEO and founder of Do What Matters, a management consultancy created to make diversity and inclusion actionable and sustainable in the workplace, discusses how women remain underrepresented in management and how the pandemic has added new levels of stress and lack of recognition for working women.

Plus, Atlanta-based political strategist and analyst Fred Hicks discusses pre-election polls and whether they influence voting behavior. 

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October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. On Thursday’s edition of "Closer Look with Rose Scott," Rose talks with several guests about screening, the emotional toll of a breast cancer diagnosis, treatment and recovery.

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Kathryn Lawler, the executive director of the Atlanta Regional Collaborative for Health Improvement, then discusses efforts to improve housing options for Georgians struggling with chronic health conditions.

Jana Lynott, an AARP Senior Strategic Policy Advisor, explains why Georgia is rivaling Florida as a destination spot for retirees.

Lastly, Rose talks with Craig Cohen, the executive producer and host of “Houston Matters,” about the World Series.

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The Urban League of Greater Atlanta and the At Promise Center are partnering together to host a youth job fair. Ebony White, the program manager and youth and young adult services at the Urban League of Greater Atlanta, talks more about the job fair and the state of unemployment amid the pandemic.

Plus, Southern Poverty Law Center CEO Margaret Huang discusses taking on her new role amid the pandemic and plans to build a new regional, community-focused headquarters in Atlanta.  

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Rashida Winfrey, a minority small business consultant with JPMorgan Chase and Dale Royal, the executive director of LISC Atlanta, discuss new efforts to support diverse and minority-owned businesses.

Plus, GBH News investigative reporter Phillip Martin discusses his latest feature that explores how Black Atlantans view Boston. The article also seeks to explain to and educator readers about deep-rooted racism in Boston and its influence on politics.                                                                                                              

Lastly, all eyes are on Atlanta. WABE reporter Emil Moffatt discusses the Atlanta Braves’ historic win over the L.A. Dodgers and what’s next for the baseball team as they prepare to take on the Houston Astros in the 2021 World Series. 

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According to the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC), Larry Coty, a math professor at Georgia State University’s Perimeter College, admitted to sharing neo-Nazi and racist propaganda online. Rachel Janik, the editor of the Intelligence Project Southern Poverty Law Center, discusses her organization’s report and what’s next for the professor.  

Plus, Kathy Stokes, the director of Fraud Prevention Programs at AARP and the leader of AARP Fraud Watch Network, discusses combating robocalls and new rules adopted by the Federal Communication Commission for phone service providers to follow.

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Gavin McGuire, the recently named executive director of the Grove Foundation, discusses his vision for the historic neighborhood and the importance of working with local partners to continue to create a healthy, equitable and vibrant community for legacy and incoming residents.

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Bob Siegel, a telecommunications industry veteran and the Advanced Technology Development Center's 5G Connected Future program catalyst, discusses the goals of the 5G Connected Future incubator program and how technology startups can apply.

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