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Georgia in Play: Celebrating Hanukkah, holiday jazz, girls lead gaming, helping homeless neighbors

This week on Georgia in Play: Thursday marked the start of Hanukkah, and host Leah Fleming asks some of the holiday's youngest observants what the celebration means to them. Plus, an award-winning jazz artist brings another holiday track for your playlist this season, while your kids might learn through video games in the classroom one day. Then, hear what your local homeless shelters may need around the holiday.

December 08, 2023
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Georgia in Play Preview: The little drummer boy picks up a flute

This Friday on Georgia in Play: Host Leah Fleming speaks with Ragan Whiteside, award-winning contemporary jazz artist, about her musical experience and what jazz means to her.

December 06, 2023
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Georgia in Play: Andre 3000 is back; Securing your vote; Celebrating Native American Heritage Month

This week on Georgia in Play, the South still got something to say. André 3000's latest album doesn't feature any bars, but it does feature his viral flute music. Plus, a voting lawsuit questions the security of Georgia's elections, two high schoolers from Georgia will advise PBS Newshour, and Georgia recognizes Native American Heritage Month.

November 17, 2023
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Georgia in Play Preview: After a long hiatus, Andre 3000 returns with 'no bars'

After 17 years, one of Atlanta's most successful musicians still "got something to say." André 3000, one half of Outkast, is releasing his first album since 2006's Idlewild. 

November 15, 2023
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  • Leah Fleming and
  • Chase McGee
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Georgia in Play: Atlanta restaurants vs. TikTok; Niesha Butler at the Hawks' nest; Georgia's cooper

This week on Georgia in Play, host Leah Fleming dives into TikTok drama after food critic Keith Lee visited Atlanta. Later, Niesha Butler 's STEAM Champs put "arts" in youth STEM education. Plus, Circus Lena is setting up shop in Pooler, The Monkees visit Athens, and a Gainesville cooper might be responsible for your favorite drinks.

November 10, 2023
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Georgia in Play Preview: Atlanta dog boutique sells luxury canine fashion as an expression of family

This Friday on Georgia in Play: Does your dog wear designer? Host Leah Fleming spoke with Ashley Carestia, founder of Bark Fifth Avenue, a luxury clothing company tailored for man's best friend.

November 08, 2023
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Georgia in Play: Lawmakers to redraw Georgia's voting maps; forgiving medical debt; Michelin's best

This week on Georgia in Play, host Leah Fleming looks at Georgia's impending redistricting. Plus, conversations with Savannah Mayor Van Johnson and Hidden Brain's Shankar Vedantam. We'll also look at a church's medical debt forgiveness ministry, the new Michelin Guide to Atlanta, and top bookstores around the state.

November 03, 2023
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  • Chase McGee
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Georgia in Play: Georgia's abortion law, voting rights under review and why farmers want more hunters

This week on Georgia in Play, host Leah Fleming takes a look at two major pieces of policy in Georgia — our six-week abortion ban, and an omnibus voting bill that critics say limit access for disenfranchised voters. 

October 27, 2023
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  • Leah Fleming and
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Georgia in Play: Waffle House workers on strike, local election watch, and Dawgs in a Shark Tank

This week on Georgia in Play, host Leah Fleming follows Waffle House workers on strike and kids missing school days. Plus, the importance of voting in local elections, a UGA student's appearance on Shark Tank, the state of remote work, and an update on Georgia's controversial voting law.

October 20, 2023
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Georgia in Play: Atlanta Pride, 50 years of hip-hop, and Banana Ball hits the road

This week on Georgia in Play: Atlanta's getting ready to host its annual Pride festival — here's what you can expect. A new poll suggests Generation Z may face a worsening mental health crisis, but in spite of everything, they're remaining optimistic. And the Savannah Bananas take their own blend of baseball and performance on the road. 

October 13, 2023
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Georgia in Play: Family of teen found dead in gym mat brings lawsuit; guaranteed income in Atlanta

This week on Georgia in Play: It's been nearly a decade since the mysterious death of Kendrick Johnson. His family has now filed a federal lawsuit against agencies involved in the investigation. Plus, an interview with Vagina Monologues author V Ensler, an update on the Atlanta Braves' record-breaking season, and more.

October 06, 2023
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Georgia in Play: Celebrating President Carter's 99th birthday; the disappearing Southern accent

This week on Georgia in Play, host Leah Fleming celebrates former President Jimmy Carter's 99th birthday, discusses displacement concerns on Sapelo Island, and finds out why the Southern accent is "disappearing."

September 29, 2023
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Georgia in Play: Taking care of yourself — body, mind and soul

This week on Georgia in Play, host Leah Fleming brings experts from around the state to discuss health — body, mind and soul.

September 22, 2023
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GPB News launches Georgia in Play; inaugural show discusses Music Midtown, Peach Jam and more

This week on Georgia in Play, host Leah Fleming talks Music Midtown, the Macon Film Festival, "Try That in a Small Town", and Georgia's up-and-coming musical talent.

September 15, 2023
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