On the May 5 edition: Kemp won't run for Senate next year; The Georgia Democratic Party elects a new leader; proposed Medicaid cuts could hurt children with asthma.
On the May 2 edition: Democrats rally in Republican stronghold; 2 incarcerated women sue over Georgia's cash bail law; and sea turtle nesting season is underway.
On the May 1 edition: Americorps volunteers across Georgia face layoffs; Georgia Alzheimers Association partners with state law enforcement; a Milledgeville farm shows paintings by author Flannery O'Connor.
On the April 30 edition: The Supreme Court could rule in a Georgia case of a botched FBI raid; Emory University details health effects of pollution in coastal Brunswick; and the Georgia Chamber reports on the trade war.
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.
On this episode of Salvation South Deluxe, we're debunking the Robert Johnson myth. We'll explain how the "deal with the devil" story overshadowed a blues genius and led to exploitation of his legacy.
On this episode of Salvation South Deluxe: Chuck Reece talks with Peter Guralnick, acclaimed biographer and author of Sweet Soul Music: Rhythm and Blues and the Southern Dream of Freedom, and soul music legend William Bell, about the deep connection between soul music and the civil rights movement. Learn how this quintessential American artform was the catalyst and soundtrack for remarkable social change.
