The Anne E. Casey Foundation recently designated Georgia as the 42nd worst state in the country for kids. This ranking included economic factors, health and wellness and community. Although Georgia has improved in several areas, there is much more the state can do to make conditions better for its children. We talk with Georgia Health News editor Andy Miller and Laura Speer from the Anne E. Casey Foundation about the ranking and what's holding Georgia’s children back.

Then, we take a look at some of the best places and experiences for kids found throughout Georgia. 365AtlantaFamily owner Lesli Peterson and blogger Sue Rodman about some of the Peach State's best places for families. Adam Ragusea guest host. What's it like to be a kid in Georgia? We talk with Georgia Health News editor Andy Miller and Laura Speer from the Anne E. Casey Foundation about the 42nd ranking and what's holding Georgia's children back. 365AtlantaFamily owner Lesli Peterson and blogger Sue Rodman discuss some of Georgia's best places for families. Then, we're joined by Bianca Hughes and Alexis Smith from the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta. Finally, we cover the freedom of information and the First Amendment.

Also, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta has a waitlist of more than 600 kids who want and need mentors. Bianca Hughes first met Alexis Smith when she was 12 and has been her Big Sister for the past five years. Bianca and Alexis look back at that first meeting and how their relationship has grown since.

Plus, a newspaper publisher in North Georgia made headlines in the last month after he was jailed following an open records request. The case has garnered national attention, and raises serious questions about First Amendment violations. GPB reporter Sean Powers has the latest from Fannin County.  And finally, we take a closer look at open records laws with Hollie Manheimer, executive director of the Georgia First Amendment Foundation. She breaks down the differences between federal and state protections, and common misconceptions about open records

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