How green is Georgia? – As the state's population continues to grow, issues about water supplies, transportation, clean air, land use and much more need to be resolved. We turned to an expert for a ranking on how Georgia compares with other states in its approach to the environment. Jim Kundell, a 30-year veteran with the Carl Vinson Institute of Government at UGA joins us with his insights.

How safe and effective are prescription drugs? – Experts estimate that about 50% of the US population is taking prescription medication and nearly 75% of us are taking vitamins and supplements. Could they be more harmful than helpful? EmoryUniversity physician and researcher Dr. Doug Bremner says in some cases – yes. He explains in his new book: Before You Take That Pill: Why The Drug Industry May Be Bad For Your Health and he joins us to share his findings.

Next week on Georgia Weekly: Deborah Richardson of the Atlanta Women’s Foundation will join us to discuss the economic status of women and children in the state and Wall Street Journal correspondent, Doug Blackmon will talk about his new book Slavery By Another Name.