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Brian Kemp
Centers For Disease Control and Prevention
Savannah
Atlanta Braves
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Georgia Today is the daily podcast from GPB News bringing you compelling stories and in-depth reporting that you won’t hear anywhere else. Peter Biello hosts this quick and convenient way to get the best of GPB News’ extensive coverage of the topics that matter to you, delivered directly to your device every weekday afternoon.

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On the June 12 edition: Thousands turn out for yesterday's opening of a FIFA fan festival in downtown Atlanta; A Savannah homeless shelter is expanding its services; And the 1996 Olympic torch is moving downtown, which upsets residents of one Atlanta... more

On the June 11th edition: Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger says hand-marked paper ballots are susceptible to human error; Public health officials brace for the World Cup crowds; And it's time to update the protected species list, and members of ... more

On the June 10 edition: The 2024 BioLab fire released more chemicals than previously realized; more than 100,000 people have already voted early in the primary runoff election; and if gas prices are hurting your wallet, an electric vehicle might prov... more

On the June 9 edition: After recent violent incidents on MARTA, Atlanta's police chief Darin Schierbaum faces questions; the University of Georgia wins compensation for two of its athletes; Georgia ranks in the bottom half of the country for overall ... more

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Brad Raffensperger
Georgia Secretary of State
Georgia Secretary of State's Office
Episode: Paper ballots; Public health during the World Cup; Updated protected species list
Sophie Grados
GPB News reporter
GPB News
Episode: Paper ballots; Public health during the World Cup; Updated protected species list
Darin Schierbaum
Atlanta Police Chief
Atlanta Police Department
Episode: APD chief faces questions; Athletes win compensation; Low child well-being ranking
Freddie Hendrix
Georgia arts teacher and Tony Award recipient for Excellence in Theatre Education
Utopian Academy for the Arts; Youth Ensemble of Atlanta
Episode: GA skin cancer rates rise; Primary runoff early voting begins; GA teacher wins Tony
Gayla Kesey
Co-president of the League of Women Voters covering 13 East Georgia counties
League of Women Voters
Episode: Gas tax ends; Atlanta's IRS offices has rats; Augusta puts moratorium on data centers
Matt Terrell
Assistant Professor of Communications, Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw State University
Episode: Gas tax ends; Atlanta's IRS offices has rats; Augusta puts moratorium on data centers
Kayla Quimby Young
HIV Policy Coordinator for Georgia Equality, hosting workshops
Georgia Equality
Episode: Runoff debates begin; Training to dispense PREP and PEP; New college accreditations
Heather Perfetti
President of the Middle States Commission on Higher Education
MSCHE
Episode: Runoff debates begin; Training to dispense PREP and PEP; New college accreditations
Van Johnson
Mayor of Savannah
City of Savannah
Episode: Data center preparation; Georgia's storm resilience; World Cup traffic

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 76 ratings
  • Georgia Today

    Fulton County you have an awesome official in Fani Willis ! Treasure her every state needs Fani Willis for the people and the rule of law.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Veritas100
    United States6 months ago
  • A Changed View: Willis, A Judicial Einstein!

    Sometimes, with new knowledge, we change our view,

    Led to believe, Fani Willis, a crook, and dumb too!

    Watching her testify to the local Atlanta political crew!

    She’s so smart, opponents sometimes, without a clue!

    Fast responses, using Racism, at a momentary squeak,

    Tested Criminal insights, plus, being fast on her feet,

    Is this “Crook” aspect, skillfully hidden, to prevent leaks?

    An experienced lawyer, Willis, serious criminals should seek!

    Eventually Justice, will deliver a well deserved peek... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Small Time Dude
    United States6 months ago
  • More storytelling

    I am huge fan of Shots in the Back and Bitter Southerner. Miss GPB’s long form reported podcasts. Do more of those please.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    NancyGrace1
    United States3 years ago
  • Finally

    I have waited for years for a podcast that would cover state wide news just like the hourly national podcast covers national news. This is amazing and every citizen of Georgia needs to have this in their podcast feed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The blind singer
    United States3 years ago
  • Covers Georgia

    I like the reporting on issues across the state.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SandyG14
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate balanced Georgia-focused reporting and clear policy context.
Many value the mix of politics, health, and local culture with on-the-ground insights.
Audience notes high engagement with timely updates across state issues.

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Town sues over new ICE center; GA's education scorecard; Michelle Buteau hits Atlanta
Q: What does Surviving and Thriving mean in your world, and how does it show up in this show?
Michelle explains that it's about balancing happiness with honesty about difficult experiences, using storytelling and humor to empower audiences, and staying true to herself as a Jersey girl on stage.
14th district race; Bibb County jail; AI mental health usage
Q: How does turnout influence the race's trajectory going into November?
Turnout in a special election was unusually robust for the district, indicating that both campaigns did a good job mobilizing voters, which could foreshadow a more competitive general election.
14th district race; Bibb County jail; AI mental health usage
Q: What explains the narrowing margin in the 14th District in this special election?
Andra Gillespie attributes it to a combination of national mood, campaign strategy, and turnout dynamics, with dissatisfaction toward the current administration helping energize Democratic performance in a district that is traditionally Republican.
Weapons check at schools; New pharmaceutical plant; Homelessness prevention program
Q: Do you stand by that claim about publishing changing your life, or does it depend on reaching a certain level of success?
Publishing can change life to some extent, providing legitimacy and milestones, but it does not erase existing problems or relationships; the extent of impact varies with outcomes like awards and public recognition.
High school cell phone ban; ICE assists TSA at ATL airport; 14th District debate
Q: How might these long lines change passenger behavior and what secondary effects could emerge?
Long lines can trigger stress and public irritation, lead to hurried decisions, and affect ancillary services across the airport, from dining to restrooms, because throughput bottlenecks consume all connected resources.

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What is Georgia Today about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This daily state-focused news podcast delivers concise, in-depth reporting on politics, policy, and public life in Georgia. Episodes thread together government decisions, court developments, health research, infrastructure updates, and cultural moments, often pairing policy context with on-the-ground reporting and expert perspectives. The show stands out for its mix of hard news, data-driven analysis, and accessible storytelling, helping listeners understand how state decisions affect everyday life—from gas tax extensions to health equity and major civic events. It likely attracts professionals and engaged citizens who want credible, timely Georgia coverage without a partisan tilt.

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Georgia Today launched 6 years ago and published 998 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Georgia Today include:

1. Brad Raffensperger
2. Sophie Grados
3. Darin Schierbaum
4. Freddie Hendrix
5. Gayla Kesey
6. Matt Terrell
7. Kayla Quimby Young
8. Heather Perfetti

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