Nestled in the rolling hills of Dahlonega, Red Oak Lavender Farm is home to more than 20 varieties of lavender, thriving against the odds in Georgia’s clay soil. Host David Zelski explores how founder Tina Duffy turned a love of fragrance into a flourishing family farm—and a destination that smells as good as it looks.
Being in a band today takes a lot more than just writing great songs. You also need to be your own graphic designer, talent booker, social media strategist — and that’s before you even pick up an instrument. In this episode, The Ides of June take us behind the scenes to show what it really takes to be a working musician in today’s music world.
In Mansfield, GA, Love is Love Farm cultivates more than just vegetables; their cooperative model and dedication to sustainable agriculture nourish both the local community and the palates of discerning chefs. This episode explores the farm's unique produce and its vital role in the farm-to-table ecosystem.
Be present and accounted for in learning the strategies that address chronic absenteeism. Hear Dr. Duke Bradley III (superintendent, Newton County Schools) and Dr. Dana Rickman (president and CEO, GPEE) as they discuss how to improve student attendance.
In this episode, Peter Biello and Orlando Montoya explore Love Sick Century, a poetry collection by Atlanta writer Elly Bookman that finds meaning in life’s everyday contrasts. Through poems that blend the personal and political, the hosts reflect on how Bookman’s work captures both the beauty and complexity of being human.
Olives in Onion Country? Join David Zelski on a journey to Terra Dolce Farms in Lyons, Georgia, where he uncovers the unexpected story of olive oil production in the heart of the Peach State. On this episode of the Fork in the Road Podcast, you will discover the passion, innovation, and dedication that go into crafting these high-quality products.
Put STEM theory into practice with the modern day science fair! Join us in conversation with Shelley Kozowski, Science Fair Coordinator at Whitewater High School and Laura Brewer, the program director of the Georgia Science and Engineering Fair.
Nestled just outside the world's busiest airport, Decimal Place Farm offers a tranquil escape, where Saanen goats graze on lush pastures and produce award-winning cheeses. David Zelski tags along as Chef Duane Nutter rediscovers the taste of place, exploring the meticulous craft and passion behind this unique Georgia dairy.
To celebrate Arts in Education month, we're rerunning one of our favorite arts episodes! Join us in conversation with music teachers, Melissa Delman and Michael Kobito to learn how music can develop a greater sense of community and collaboration in our classrooms.
From performing onstage at Madison Square Garden to writing music for hit television shows, this Grammy-award-winning Atlanta native has already amassed an impressive resume….and she’s just getting started. Welcome Jordan L’Oreal to the Peach Jam family.
This episode highlights the 2025 GHSA Basketball Championships and features interviews with coaches Chaz Clark of Butler, George Brown of Savannah High, and Kassie Scott of Cherokee Bluff. Clark discusses his team's victory and what it means to the Butler community, Brown talks about the challenges of playing a familiar opponent in the championship game, and Scott shares her experience as a head coach with a husband who is also a head coach.
Inspired by painting, poetry, and jazz, poet Tony Whedon says he "can't wait to get to that computer every morning to see what's going to happen." Join Peter and Orlando as they explore Blue Ray, a collection of poems by Tony Whedon of Darien, Ga.
Join David Zelski and discover how Georgia's blueberry industry has surpassed peaches, becoming the state's leading fruit crop. In this episode, we explore Mixon Farms to learn about the dedication and technology behind producing these delicious berries.
In honor of Pi Day, we're rerunning this special episode with tips on getting students excited about numbers in math class and beyond! Join us in conversation with Seticia Smith of Oak Hill Middle School to learn more.
In this installment of our Health Barriers to Learning series, we offer an uplifting tale of local healthcare partnerships providing resources that help student health and learning flourish. Join us in conversations with Dr. Katina Cooper of Grady County Schools to learn more.
When students are struggling with health conditions, educators can respond with multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) to help their students succeed under difficult circumstances. Join us for the continuation of our Health Barriers to Learning series with guests Ashley Pitts and Emily McCracken of the Colquitt County School District.
Evil in Me is bestselling author Brom's novel of possession, damnation, and rock-n-roll where one woman must get the world singing in order to save her soul.
When Annie Brown dies suddenly, her husband, her children, and her closest friend are left to find a way forward without the woman who has been the lynchpin of all their lives. Recorded live at the Savannah Book Festival, this special bonus episode of Narrative Edge features Peter Biello's full conversation with author Anna Quindlen.
A school nurse and a teacher work together to overcome a major barrier to learning: access to health services. Join us for the kickoff of our special series of episodes on Health Barriers to Learning with guests Amanda Dubreuiel and Shannon Bynum ofBen Hill County Middle School.
A groundbreaking account of Sherman’s march to the Sea — the critical Civil War campaign that destroyed the Confederacy — told for the first time from the perspective of the tens of thousands of enslaved people who fled to the Union lines and transformed Sherman’s march into the biggest liberation event in American history.
