

Politically Georgia
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Get real, fact-based news on the new Politically Georgia podcast from The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. The podcast is hosted by Georgia’s best political team with Greg Bluestein, Patricia Murphy and Tia Mitchell from Washington. Our journalists provide in-depth reporting and analysis from the nation’s political battleground state.Call in with your questions on the Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at (770)-810-5297, and our hosts will answer them on future episodes. Learn more on the AJC Politically Georgia Podcast page.
Episodes
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Jan 25, 2023 • 38min
An imminent decision looms in Fulton County Trump probe
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy talk about Tuesday’s hearing in Fulton County on whether to release the special purpose grand jury’s report investigating former President Donald Trump and his allies.Plus, our insiders analyze the newest AJC poll that asks voters where they stand on runoffs, abortion rights, and sports betting as the new legislative session convenes. Also, a preview of Governor Brian Kemp’s State of the State address and why it matters. Have a question for Greg and Patricia? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at (770)810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during the Listener Mailbag segment on next Friday’s episode. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or Stitcher.You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 20, 2023 • 42min
Georgia House Speaker Jon Burns stakes his agenda
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy are back from Georgia House Speaker Jon Burns’s press conference where he laid out his agenda for this session. Plus, our insiders dig into Governor Brian Kemp’s trip to Davos, Switzerland, and some of the pushback he is getting from some conservatives here in the United States. You’ll hear answers to caller questions from the Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at (770)810-5297 and Greg and Patricia’s who’s up and who’s down for the week. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or Stitcher.You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 18, 2023 • 29min
Governor Kemp hobnobs with the global elite
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy discuss Governor Brian Kemp’s trip to Davos, Switzerland for the World Economic Forum. Our insiders talk about Kemp’s rising national profile after defeating Stacey Abrams and former Senator David Perdue in his 2022 reelection. Plus, what President Joe Biden had to say to the congregation of Ebenezer Baptist Church delivering his sermon in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. on what would have been his 94th birthday. Have a question for Greg and Patricia? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at (770)810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during the Listener Mailbag segment on next Friday’s episode. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or Stitcher.You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 13, 2023 • 28min
Governor Brian Kemp begins his second term with a no-frills agenda
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy cover Governor Brian Kemp’s inauguration address at the Georgia State University Convocation Center and look at the plans he has announced for his next term in office. Plus, our insiders explain why Governor Kemp is traveling to Davos, Switzerland and joining billionaire business executives and heads of state at the World Economic Forum. Have a question for Greg and Patricia? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at (770)810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during the Listener Mailbag segment on next Friday’s episode. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or Stitcher.You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 11, 2023 • 38min
Politics and football kick off the Georgia legislative session
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy cover the start of Georgia’s legislative session as 53 new representatives and senators are sworn in and a new speaker of the House is elected. This before Monday’s College Football Playoff national championship blowout for the Georgia Bulldogs in Los Angeles. Plus, our insiders explain what’s ahead in the next few days for the Georgia legislature, including the Georgia Chamber’s Eggs and Issues breakfast where business-related policy gets discussed, and what we expect to hear from Governor Brian Kemp after he is inaugurated this Thursday. Have a question for Greg and Patricia? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at (770)810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during the Listener Mailbag segment on next Friday’s episode. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or Stitcher.You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 8, 2023 • 48min
Introducing AJC's new president and publisher, Andrew Morse
In this special episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy introduce you to Andrew Morse, the AJC’s new president and publisher. Our insiders sit down with Morse to talk about his expansive career with CNN Worldwide, his time as the head of Bloomberg Television, and his years with ABC News. They discuss his time in a variety of executive, editorial and production roles, including many years as an international news producer and experience as the executive in charge of ABC News Digital. Plus, Morse shares his vision for the digital media landscape and The Atlanta Journal-Constitution leading into the future. Have a question for Greg and Patricia? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at (770)810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during the Listener Mailbag segment on next Friday’s episode. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or Stitcher.You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 6, 2023 • 32min
Georgia's connection to the House Speaker drama
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy explain how Georgia plays into the House Speaker drama in Washington, D.C.Plus, our insiders give you a legislative preview. Greg and Patricia answer your questions from the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at (770)810-5297, and they’ll tell you who’s up and who’s down for the week. On this date last year Greg sat down with the AJC’s David Wickert and Tia Mitchell to go behind the scenes of the AJC's exclusive reporting on the efforts to overturn Georgia's 2020 election. You can listen to "Inside the campaign to undermine Georgia’s election" on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or Stitcher.You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 4, 2023 • 41min
Bold predictions for 2023
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy share their political predictions for 2023. Our insiders share what they think about the future of the Buckhead cityhood movement, whether Georgia will eliminate the runoff system, will Georgia host the Democratic National Convention, and whether we’ll see an indictment of former President Donald Trump when the Fulton county special purpose grand jury wraps up. Plus, the predictions that Greg and Patricia disagree on. Have a question for Greg and Patricia? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at (770)810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during the Listener Mailbag segment on next Friday’s episode. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or Stitcher.You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 30, 2022 • 38min
Special encore: Politically Georgia live with Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens
In this encore episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy are live at the iconic Manuel's Tavern with AJC subscribers and Politically Georgia listeners for a special event with special guest Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens.Our insiders discuss the closing of Atlanta Medical Center, the prospect of Atlanta hosting the Democratic National Convention, and the future of the Buckhead cityhood movement. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or Stitcher.You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 28, 2022 • 34min
The top political lessons learned in 2022
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insider Greg Bluestein reviews the lessons learned from Georgia Politics in 2022. Have a question for Greg and Patricia? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at (770)810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during the Listener Mailbag segment on next Friday’s episode. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or Stitcher.You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices