Jeremy Powell is an experienced radio and podcast producer who has spent many years working in Atlanta. He graduated from Darlington School in Rome, Ga., and is an avid music fan and vinyl collector.
On the Tuesday, May 16 edition of Georgia Today: Hundreds of residents showed up to an Atlanta city council meeting to oppose a proposed police training facility; The Fulton County DA pushes back against Donald Trump; And a Georgia native earns a top spot on American Idol.
On the Monday, May 15 edition of Georgia Today: Bernie Sanders visits Morehouse College to highlight the need for more Black medical professionals; Biden congratulates workers at Blue Bird Corporation on their vote to unionize; and details on a new set of reading and English instruction standards for public schools.
On the Friday, May 12 edition of Georgia Today: So-called "woke" language is being removed from from Georgia teacher training; the vice president is in Atlanta this afternoon; and we'll talk with the producers of a new podcast that looks at one of Georgia's most troubled correctional facilities.
On the Thursday May 11 edition of Georgia Today: Fort Benning has a new name and it's definitely a family affair.. we'll explain; A new pilot program will bring healthcare to the homes of some expectant mothers; and legendary Georgia bands participate in a benefit to preserve Georgia's theaters.
On the Wednesday, May 10 edition of Georgia Today: How Georgia is affected by the official end of the federal COVID-19 public health emergency tomorrow. State Democratic lawmakers press the governor to take action following last week's shooting in Atlanta. And how modern technology is helping visually impaired students better remember their school year experience.
These stories and more are coming up on this edition of Georgia Today.
Kyla Simone, a singer-songwriter from Conyers, champions the acoustic soul and R&B genres. Kyla shares her journey from Maryland, influenced by her musically talented family, to establishing herself in Atlanta's vibrant artist community. She discusses the founding of her organization, Girls and Guitars, which supports women of color in music by providing performance opportunities and fostering community. Throughout the episode, Kyla's heartfelt performances and reflections on music's therapeutic power highlight her mission to inspire and mentor future generations of female musicians.
The Peach Jam Podcast features stories and songs recorded live in our GPB studios from a variety of incredibly talented and diverse bands and artists who call the Peach State home.
Run Katie Run is pure fun. Their sound uniquely blends Americana, bluegrass, rock, pop, and country influences. In this episode, Run Katie Run discusses their grassroots approach to booking gigs, their memorable performances at Dollywood, and their almost encounter with Dolly Parton. Tune in for exclusive live performances and behind-the-scenes stories captured in an episode filled with laughter and great music.
The Peach Jam Podcast features stories and songs recorded live in our GPB studios from a variety of incredibly talented and diverse bands and artists who call the Peach State home.
Timothy Léon, a pop-soul sensation from Camilla, Ga., joins the Peach Jam Podcast. Discover how this preacher’s kid turned his small-town roots and love for church choir music into a thriving career, teaching at SCAD, and even launching his own fashion line. Timothy shares his journey of chasing big dreams, the power of networking, and his mission to inspire others from small towns.
Cole Goodwin works in Pooler City Hall's HR department and has a budding country music career. The recent Georgia Southern grad joins the podcast to talk about social media, life near the Georgia coast, and working with a small team of family and friends to make a run at the music business.
The Peach Jam Podcast features stories and songs recorded live in our GPB studios from a variety of incredibly talented and diverse bands and artists who call the Peach State home.
HeyDreamer is a band that is very particular and methodical in its approach. On this episode of the Peach Jam Podcast, Melody and Dustin of HeyDreamer share road stories, hard lessons learned, and describe the music business as "The Wild West."
The Peach Jam Podcast features stories and songs recorded live in our GPB studios from a variety of incredibly talented and diverse bands and artists who call the Peach State home.
