A mystery group is spending millions on attack ads against Georgia Lt. Gov. Burt Jones, and no one seems to know - or wants to say - who’s behind it. Kind of rich that Jones and the Georgia GOP are suddenly outraged over dark money tactics they’ve long defended. The ads, tied to an unregistered group called Georgians for Integrity, have sparked ethics complaints, legal threats, and a political guessing game inside the Republican primary for governor.

Comedian Sterling Thrill joined Ron to laugh through the absurdity, unpack the hypocrisy, and talk about why this shadow campaign may be rattling the GOP front-runner more than the allegations themselves.

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A newly revealed audio recording puts fresh attention on Donald Trump’s post-2020 efforts to pressure Georgia officials, and Ron breaks down why it matters now. The New York Times reports Trump urged then-House Speaker David Ralston to help overturn Georgia’s election results, adding new context to the already controversial interference case.

At the same time, Fulton County DA Fani Willis testified before a Georgia Senate committee in a hearing that produced plenty of heat but little clarity. Let's revisit the political theater, the unanswered questions, and what this moment says about accountability inside the GOP. WABE reporter Chamian Cruz joins the show to share what it was like inside the room and what lawmakers may do next.

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Ron takes listeners on a wide-ranging conversation that links America’s past to its present — from classic TV sitcoms to today’s political battles. Drawing parallels between All in the Family’s Archie Bunker and modern MAGA politics, Ron explores how culture once forced hard conversations into American living rooms — and what’s changed since, revisiting a CBS Sunday Morning segment from 2010 featuring Rob Reiner.

The show also digs into the high-stakes fight over voting rights, with Lauren Groh-Wargo of Fair Fight Action warning about the potential fallout if the Supreme Court weakens the Voting Rights Act. Plus, CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger breaks down what rising unemployment numbers really mean for everyday Americans, and Dr. T. Jamison Brewer of the University of North Georgia weighs in on the growing push against “wokeness” in higher education.

A WaPo letter to the editor openly asks "are we the bad guys?" "Telling conservatives to stop being bigots is admitting they’re bigots. And I’m pretty sure a professor of jurisprudence telling them to cut it out isn’t going to work. Hey, you guys — stop being bigots!" The letter writer cites Robert P. George's piece stating that as much as conservatives want to be a "big tent" party, they have to draw a line against white supremacy, antisemitism, eugenics, the subjugation of women, and other forms of ideological extremism and bigotry.Tune in to catch the Ron Show weekdays from 4-6pm Eastern time on Georgia NOW! Grab the app or listen online at heargeorgianow.com.

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A weekend meant for celebration instead delivered heartbreak, violence, and unanswered questions. Ron reflects on a series of tragic events—from mass shootings at home and abroad - including the double murder of Rob Reiner and wife Michelle - to the disturbing rhetoric that followed—and asks what leadership should look like in moments like this.

At the center of the conversation is a powerful act of courage: a Muslim man risking his life to stop further bloodshed at a Hanukkah gathering in Australia. Ron contrasts that moment of humanity with the political tone dominating the national conversation, and highlights Georgia Senator Rev. Raphael Warnock’s call for moral clarity and compassion during crisis.

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Ron welcomes comedian Sterling Thrill for a wide-ranging, candid conversation that blends humor with hard truths about life in today’s America. The two dive into why healthcare feels unaffordable even when you’re insured, how being poor often costs more in the long run, and why political double standards leave so many people frustrated. Sterling brings a comedian’s sharp eye to rising prices, cultural hypocrisy, and the everyday stress facing working people, while Ron connects the dots to bigger policy debates and national leadership.

Then, Georgia's Rev. Senator Raphael Warnock gave a speech and sat down for a pivotal Q&A with Center for American Progress President & CEO Neera Tanden Thursday, addressing the nation's spiritual crisis. Hear his full remarks and that interview on this episode.

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WABE’s Emily Wu Pearson joins Ron to discuss her in-depth reporting from Detained in Georgia. Emily explains how the ICE detention facility in Lumpkin shapes daily life in Stewart County — from limited economic benefits to the strain on families, attorneys, and volunteers working to support detainees.

Ron also unpacks Georgia’s sobering 2026 economic forecast, including sluggish growth, rising unemployment, and the nationwide policy shifts affecting household budgets. From ACA subsidy fights to immigration enforcement, this episode connects the dots between local realities and national decisions — all through the voices of people closest to the impact.

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Georgia Democratic Party chair Charlie Bailey joins briefly to speak with Ron about an unexpected House flip, why it matters, and how momentum is shaping 2026. Ron then unpacks a tense Public Service Commission hearing as a surprise Georgia Power deal sparks protests and questions about cost, transparency, and the state’s data-center boom. He also walks listeners through the stalled ballot-machine debate, new movement on ACA subsidies, and a major shift hitting millions of student-loan borrowers. Plus, Ron breaks down a fresh Federal Reserve rate cut and what it really means for Georgia homeowners.

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Ron unpacks a flurry of Georgia political headlines, starting with an AJC report on expanding federal investigations into pandemic-era fraud that now includes charges against a state lawmaker. He then turns to the fast-moving developments surrounding Fani Willis, who has agreed to testify before a state Senate committee—raising questions about politics, process, and precedent.

Ron also highlights a major federal ruling striking down Georgia’s ban on gender-affirming care for inmates and breaks down why the decision matters statewide. Later, he warns listeners about the real-world implications of massive media consolidation before welcoming guests Scott Sanders and Eric Gisler, both on the ballot in state House races today, for conversations about why they’re stepping forward now. NOTE: Gisler flipped HD 121 and Sanders made the run-off in HD-23 today.Tune in to catch the Ron Show weekdays from 4-6pm Eastern time on Georgia NOW! Grab the app or listen online at heargeorgianow.com.

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HOUR 1

Marjorie Taylor Greene's '60 Minutes' interview went over like a lead balloon at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, but she managed to spill the GOP tea for everyone else eager for a pot-stirring. Ron weaved through the juiciest bits, then hopped on a call with CBS News DC correspondent Stacy Lyn for Trump's reaction.

Meanwhile, the "near miss" in Tennessee's special House race last week has Georgia candidates like Lexy Doherty feeling vastly more hopeful about prospects for seat flips in 2026. She and Ron caught up to discuss Trump's maneuver to fling $12 billion in taxpayer dollars to salve the wounds inflicted on farmers after his tariff & trade policy war with China left many in financial dire straits.

HOUR 2

Ron argued against liberals taking the bait: complaining about fee-free National Park days isn't worth the energy. Patricia Murphy's AJC op/ed reviews the Trump election interference case and argues it shouldn't be forgotten.

Meanwhile, Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger may have a better argument to undo Lt. Governor Burt Jones' sizable fundraising advantage, which has Ron wondering why the ATTORNEY general - Chris Carr - didn't think of it.

Colton Moore officially announced his bid to win MTG's 14th Congressional district.

Ron's next guest - Marisa Mecke from Atlanta NPR affiliate WABE - spotlights their series: "Server South"- answering Ron's many queries about Atlanta and Georgia's appeal for data center construction, and the impacts they'd have on power and water usage, among other things.

Ron unpacks a whirlwind of breaking news, starting with the long-awaited arrest in the 2021 pipe-bomb case and the suspect’s claimed motive — a development that cuts directly through MAGA talking points. Ron walks listeners through shifting narratives, political hypocrisy, and why some on the right suddenly want distance from their own conspiracy theories.

Then the focus turns to Georgia, where a mysterious $1 million ad hits Lt. Gov. Burt Jones and sparks questions neither party is eager to answer. Ron also dives into ethics rulings shaking up the GOP primary and a tense debate over citizen-run predator stings, including insight from a recent guest who explained why law enforcement often won’t engage.

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