In the almost year since we last talked with Eddie 9V, he has toured all over Europe, gotten married on top of a mountain in Greece, written a new album, and played on legendary stages here in the U.S., including The Tabernacle in Atlanta. He stopped by the GPB studios to catch us up on his exciting 2023, share some laughs, and play some of his new music.
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.
In her third book of essays, Georgia Author of the Year Award winner Kathy Bradley continues to ask important questions about humanity, community, and stewardship. In this episode, Peter and Orlando discuss this "rare gem" of a book, the difficulties and art of writing against a deadline, and finding meaning and metaphor in the simplest things.
Most Sunday mornings you'll find Lloyd Buchanan playing the organ at Revelation Missionary Baptist Church in Columbus, GA. And during the week, you will find Lloyd working with some of the biggest names in the music business. He is the in-demand rock and roll organist. Lloyd Buchanan's music is Blues, Gospel/Devotional/Spiritual, Jazz, Pop, R&B/Soul, Rock...he can do it all.
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.
On this episode of the Football Fridays in Georgia podcast, Hannah Goodin and Jon Nelson are joined by the Football Fridays in Georgia All-Stars to recap the 2023 GHSA Championships. Learn about first-time winners, triple-overtime games, and what the all-stars will keep track of during the off-season.
Michael Jordan's path to greatness was shaped by race, politics, and the consequences of fame. To become the most revered basketball player in America, it wasn't enough for Michael Jordan to merely excel on the court. He also had to become something he never intended: a hero. In this episode, Peter and Orlando delve into a conversation about His Airness with author and Georgia Tech professor, Johnny Smith.
Rex Evans was born with music in his blood. Raised by an award-winning musician mother, Rex was exposed to the scene at an early age. But he was reluctant to start his own musical journey until recently.
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.
Cookies are not just for kids. And 'cookies for adults' doesn't mean anything nefarious. Jonny Boy Cookies in Statesboro features Southern-inspired cookies that will tantalize your taste buds. From classic flavors like Chocolate Chip and Oatmeal Butterscotch to unique flavors like Chicken & Waffles and Banana Puddin'.
On this episode of the Football Fridays in Georgia podcast, Jon Nelson is joined by the Football Fridays in Georgia All-Stars to preview the 2023 GHSA Championships. Learn about an incredible South Georgia tailgating experience, the balance of talent across the state, and words of wisdom from GPB's very own Jake the Snake.
Award-winning CNN journalist John Blake grew up a self-described “closeted biracial person,” hostile toward white people while hiding the truth of his mother’s race. In this episode of Narrative Edge, Peter and Orlando explore a powerful conversation with Blake about racial reconciliation, acceptance, and empathy.
Irish folk punk rock in Atlanta? The Muckers join the Peach Jam Podcast to shed light on a music scene that is bigger than you expect it to be. Plus, learn about their wild St. Patrick's Day itineraries and what it is like for them to play DragonCon.
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.
Yes, it is true that Georgia is not the country’s leading producer of peaches, that distinction goes to California. But, we do grow a lot of the delicious fruit here in the Peach State. On this episode of the Fork in the Road podcast, David visits a farm in Musella, GA that has been growing peaches for 130 years.
According to some, Kevn Kinney (and Drivin N Cryin) is an Atlanta institution. In this episode of the Peach Jam Podcast, the local legend talks about his friendship with famous musicians, stopping a concert to watch the Braves game, and a career that spans multiple generations. Plus, Kevn's wife, Anna Jensen, tells us about the star-studded Kevn Kinney tribute project Let's Go Dancing.
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.
The owners of 920 Cattle & Company in Millen, GA are the next generation of family farmers. Becca and Jarrod Creasy take a holistic approach to their meat and cattle farm. These young farmers are deeply involved in animal husbandry, land preservation, and the nutritional needs of both their livestock and their consumers. This is the future of family farming.
In this episode of the Football Fridays in Georgia podcast, Jon Nelson breaks down the remaining teams in the playoff brackets, we talk Thanksgiving practice and traditions with Benedictine Head Coach Danny Britt and Jefferson Head Coach Travis Noland, and preview Colquitt County vs. Milton in Round 3 of the GHSA Playoffs.
An indelible portrait of a family, The Peach Seed explores how kin pass down legacies of sorrow, joy, and strength. And it is a parable of how a glimmer of hope as small as a seed can ripple across generations. Peter and Orlando explore a conversation with author Anita Gail Jones and learn about the Civil Rights movement in Albany, GA along the way.
According to a local poll, Soap is the best rock band, best blues band, and best Americana band in Savannah. In this episode of the Peach Jam Podcast, Soap shares their insight into the Savannah music scene, bringing the party band atmosphere to original music, and the surprising meaning behind their name.
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.
Homerville, Ga., is home to the Clinch County Honey Trail, where beekeeping has been a way of life and source of income for many generations. In this episode of the Fork in the Road podcast, we'll talk with Ben Bruce, owner of Bruce's Nut-N-Honey Farm and Bruce's Honey Shack, to learn what the buzz is all about.
Michelle Malone's career spans decades. She sang in the church choir, struck out on her own at the tender age of 16, and signed a record deal with a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. She likes to keep her music Georgia-oriented because, according to her, "what we have here, it's just so different from anywhere else."
There's a good chance that the milk you bought at the grocery store this weekend(Yes, even at the big chains) came from a dairy farm in the middle of the state. And there is a very good chance that milk was processed in a facility located smack-dab in the heart of Atlanta. In this episode, we'll follow the milk truck from Montezuma to Midtown.
