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On the Wednesday episode of The Commute, Savannah Morning News editorial page editor Adam Van Brimmer is joined over the phone by Chatham County District Attorney Meg Heap about the recent release of former Ricky Jivens gang member Christopher Lashaw Murray and what needs to be reformed in the parole board.

Stories Discussed:

Chatham County DA angry after parole of former Jivens gang member

Editorial: Parole Board again puts Georgians at risk

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On the Tuesday episode of The Commute, Savannah Morning News editorial page editor Adam Van Brimmer is joined by Do Savannah arts and entertainment reporter Joshua Peacock to discuss the finalist list for the Savannah Philharmonic's conductor position and Peter Shannon's legacy in the city.

Then, an op-ed preview of a letter to the editor concerning the Philharmonic's future.

Stories Discussed:

Savannah Philharmonic Orchestra announces diverse list of 8 finalists for conductor position

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On the Monday episode of The Commute, Savannah Morning News editorial page editor Adam Van Brimmer is joined over the phone by Visit Savannah's Joe Marinelli to discuss the talk about changes to the Savannah Convention Center and what effects it has on tourism.

Then, sports reporter Travis Jaudon calls in to recap the bowl win for Georgia Southern over Eastern Michigan (11:25).

Stories Discussed:

Editorial: Expansion overdue for Savannah Convention Center

Last-second field goal lifts Georgia Southern over Eastern Michigan in Camellia Bowl

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On the Friday episode of The Commute, Savannah Morning News lead online content producer Zach Dennis is joined by education reporter Ann Meyer to discuss images of guns that circulated around the Savannah-Chatham Public Schools System this past week and updates to the recess policy.

Then, an op-ed preview look at an editorial on awards Savannah has won this year.

Stories Discussed:

Images of guns in Savannah-Chatham schools raises security questions

SCCPSS Board approves 30 minutes of recess for K-5 students

Editorial: Savannah racked up awards in 2018

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On the Thursday episode of The Commute, Savannah Morning News lead online content producer Zach Dennis is joined by publisher Michael Traynor to discuss the history of the Empty Stocking Fund and how it helps the local community.

Then, a preview of a column by Aleshia Howell on video games being tools of empathy.

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On the Wednesday episode of The Commute, Savannah Morning News lead online content producer Zach Dennis and public safety reporter Will Peebles speak with Georgia Southern University professor of Geology, Dr. James Reichard, about this morning's earthquake in Tennessee and the likelihood of similar events in the Southeast in the future.

Then, a preview of a column on holiday traditions.

Stories Discussed:

Magnitude 4.4 earthquake jolts Tennessee; felt in Atlanta

Weslyn Bowers: Let traditions be comforting, not stress-inducing

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On the Tuesday episode of The Commute, Savannah Morning News lead online content producer Zach Dennis sits in for Adam and is joined over the phone by CIty Talk columnist Bill Dawers to discuss his Sunday column on the arena design and what some of the criticisms by locals are.

Then, a preview of tomorrow's editorial dealing with the Canal District.

Stories Discussed:

City Talk: New arena design attracts considerable criticism

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On the Monday episode of The Commute, Savannah Morning News lead online content producer Zach Dennis sits in for Adam and is joined by environment reporter Mary Landers to discuss the recent federal climate change report and what it means for coastal Georgia.

Then, a look back at a column in Sunday's edition of the Savannah Morning News

Stories Discussed:

Climate report offers a look at local effects happening now

Viewpoints: Wars stayed — Savannahian remembers her father, a hero who fought two world wars

More information on climate change (as referenced by Mary):Webinar on Fourth National Climate Assessment: bit.ly/hayhoewebinar Katharine Hayhoe's "Global Weirding" episodes on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi6RkdaEqgRVKi3AzidF4ow

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On the Friday episode of The Commute, Savannah Morning News Editorial Page Editor Adam Van Brimmer is joined by crime and public safety reporters Brittini Ray and Will Peebles to discuss Roy Minter's assimilation into the community even when he doesn't have the title of police chief yet.

Then, Savannah Morning News sports writer Dennis Knight calls in to recap the Savannah Christian game from last week and look ahead to next year's football.

Stories Discussed:

Savannah police host meeting with religious leaders in community outreach effort

Eagles' Landing Christian ousts Savannah Christian 70-21 in semifinals

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On the Football Thursday episode of The Commute, Savannah Morning News Editorial Page Editor Adam Van Brimmer is joined over the phone by "The Professor" Donnie Bell to discuss Georgia's tough loss to Alabama and his thoughts on the College Football Playoffs.

Then, Savannah Morning News sports writer and Georgia Southern Extra host Travis Jaudon joins to discuss the Cameilia Bowl and expectations for Southern.

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