On the Wednesday June 18th edition of Georgia Today: Voting in the Public Service Commission primaries come to a close, with low voter turnout; Job Corps students sue the US Department of Labor; and Senator Jon Ossoff criticizes the defunding of maintenance programs for military housing.
On the June 17 edition: A journalist arrested in Georgia over the weekend could face deportation; the city of Atlanta updates its ordinance on protecting trees; and proposed federal cuts to Medicaid have some caregivers worried.
On the June 16 edition: National "No Kings" protests occur in many Georgia cities; federal cuts could scale back services in Georgia libraries; dementia cases in the coming years are expected to double.
On the June 13 edition: Weekend protests for "No Kings Day" are planned across the nation; A Mexican citizen dies by suicide in ICE custody in Georgia; federal budget cuts to Job Corps program leaves vulnerable young people wondering.
On the June 12 edition: A new study shows above-average levels of forever chemicals in two cities' residents' blood; 400+ CDC jobs reinstated; a new $3B development could mean the return of Atlanta hockey.
A candid journey into 21st-century Southern literature——queer voices, hard truths, and the persistence behind every “overnight” success, live from Tallahassee’s Word of South Festival.
Nearly 200,000 Black soldiers fought for their freedom in the Civil War. And their families risked everything alongside them. Host Chuck Reece explores the legacy of these soldiers through the powerful, historical poetry of Frank X Walker, and with the help of Pulitzer Prize-winner Edda Fields-Black, historian Holly Pinheiro Jr. and Steve Phan, Park Ranger at the Camp Nelson National Monument. This episode brings to light the struggle, resilience, and enduring impact of African American soldiers in Southern history.
On this episode of Salvation South Deluxe: Chuck travels to the foothills of the Smoky Mountains to meet 'the Aristotle of Bacon.' Learn how Benton's Smoky Mountain Country Hams—a humble smokehouse in Madisonville, Tennessee—caught the attention of the fine dining industry and beyond.
A trip into the vibrant world of Affrilachia, a term coined by renowned poet Frank X Walker to celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Black Appalachians. Discover how this movement is redefining the narrative of the Appalachian region, challenging stereotypes and embracing diversity. From poetry to visual art, hear the stories of those who are reclaiming their space in this often-overlooked corner of America.
Hurricane Helene devastated Old Fort, N.C. in 2024, but this small community's innovative economic plans, centered on outdoor recreation, are helping them rebuild stronger than ever. A tale of hope, unity, and determination in the face of disaster.
