Savannah Difference Makers

Difference Makers: Episode 58 — GPB's Political Rewind host Bill Nigut


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The host of GPB’s “Political Rewind” joins the latest episode of the Difference podcast to discuss the influences on his life and career, the story behind the evolution of his popular daily radio show, and what he expects at election day nears.

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(11:00): Growing up in Chicago and becoming fascinated with politics

(14:21): Getting into journalism

(17:28): Coming down South to Atlanta

(25:43): Joining GPB and starting Political Rewind

(29:53): Future of GPB and journalism in the digital age

(36:15): 2020 election and its impacts in Georgia

  • Sen. Loeffler talks ‘draining the swamp,’ platform at Savannah campaign stop (SMN, Aug. 31, 2020)
  • Rep. Collins touts ‘conservative record’ at Savannah campaign stop (SMN, Sept. 2, 2020)

(42:21): The politicians that stood out to him while covering their tenures

Make sure to follow The Commute podcast for daily news briefs from Adam.

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