Only the radio could play Natalie Mendenhall, and she uses the medium to her benefit. She came into her role as a Senior Producer on "Political Rewind" as all eyes were on Georgia's highly contested 2022 midterm elections.
Aside from politics, Natalie also reports on important history in the diverse communities across Georgia. Her story "Remember Igbo Landing" focused on enslaved people rebelling on Georgia's shores in 1803. She also interviewed civil rights legends about their work in Atlanta and how they created a network of cars that they called Uber before Uber.
Before coming to Georgia Public Broadcasting, Natalie graduated from Wellesley College. The Chicago native went on to television and produced important stories ranging from recovery after Hurricane Irma to the Milwaukee Bucks winning a championship.
Friday on Political Rewind: In this pre-recorded conversation we discuss the outpouring of support for former first lady Rosalynn Carter as her family announced her dementia diagnosis. This news comes as she spent decades fighting to erase mental health stigma and find support for caregivers. We talk to executives at the Carter Center and the Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers about her legacy.
Thursday on Political Rewind: Opponents of the planned Atlanta police training center launched a referendum campaign. But first, what to expect from the Georgia GOP convention.
Wednesday on Political Rewind: The Georgia GOP convention is just days away, and some far-right Republicans want to introduce a measure to block mainstream candidates. Plus, before approving the police training center, the Atlanta City Council added an amendment, but opponents say it's insufficient and are launching a referendum campaign to stop the project.
Tuesday on Political Rewind: After 14 hours of scathing public comment, the Atlanta City Council approved funding for the controversial police training center. Meanwhile, controversy over drag shows hits Hartwell County. And then there's the latest on Fulton County's 2020 election probe.
Monday on Political Rewind: Donald Trump will headline the state GOP convention this weekend in Columbus. Gov. Kemp will not attend, and he's now going after Trump publicly. The Atlanta City Council will vote on funding for the controversial police training center, with large protests expected.
