

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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Dec 23, 2022 • 40min
The top questions in Georgia politics for 2023
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy look ahead to 2023 and ask the biggest questions shaping Georgia politics. Plus, our insiders make some political predictions for the coming year. 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. We here at Politically Georgia would like to know what you think of our podcast. Please take a moment to answer a few questions so we’ll know how to make this podcast even better. 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 21, 2022 • 41min
The questions that shaped Georgia politics in 2022
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy look back at questions asked this time last year about what will shape Georgia’s political landscape in 2022. Plus, our insiders talk about some of the surprises that came along the way this past year. 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. We here at Politically Georgia would like to know what you think of our podcast. Please take a moment to answer a few questions so we’ll know how to make this podcast even better. 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 16, 2022 • 46min
The future of runoff contests hangs in the balance
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy discuss Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger’s suggestion that the Geornia Assembly should pass a bill that would end the use of runoff contests following general elections. Plus, our insiders talk about the pros and cons of of using a ranked-choice voting system here in Georgia. We hear from Stacey Abrams as she shares her thoughts on what the results of the 2022 elections mean for Georgia and whether she has any future political plans. Greg and Patricia answer your questions from the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at (770)810-5297. You’ll also hear 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

Dec 14, 2022 • 30min
Georgia Democrats are at a crossroads
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy talk about the crossroads Georgia Democrats are at and the different strategies the party might need to consider moving forward. Plus, our insiders dive into a memo put out by Governor Brian Kemp’s campaign about the Republican’s 2022 victory. 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 9, 2022 • 40min
Unpacking the results of the 2022 election
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein, Patricia Murphy, and Tia Mitchell unpack the 2022 elections and what it all means the results mean for Georgia. Plus, our insiders share the most surreal moments on the campaign trail. 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. We here at Politically Georgia would like to know what you think of our podcast. Please take a moment to answer a few questions so we’ll know how to make this podcast even better. 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 7, 2022 • 28min
Rev. Raphael Warnock successfully defends his Senate seat against Herschel Walker
In this special episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJCpolitical insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy explain how Rev. Raphael Warnockknocked off Herschel Walker in Tuesday’s runoff election to return to Washington for six years.Our insiders are also joined by AJC reporter Shannon McCaffery from Walker’s watch party.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. We here at Politically Georgia would like to know what you think of our podcast. Please take a moment to answer a few questions so we’ll know how to make this podcast even better. 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 5, 2022 • 34min
The five key questions heading into Georgia’s runoffs
In this special episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy ask the five biggest questions heading Georgia’s U.S. Senate runoffs. Our insiders explore whether split ticket voters will come back out for Senator Warnock, will Walker supporters turn out on Election Day, the candidates’ competing strategies, and whether or not there will be a decisive outcome on Tuesday. 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. We here at Politically Georgia would like to know what you think of our podcast. Please take a moment to answer a few questions so we’ll know how to make this podcast even better. 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 2, 2022 • 38min
Lt. Governor Geoff Duncan’s defection and Herschel Walker’s woes
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy talk about Lt. Governor Geoff Duncan’s comments on network television that sent shockwaves through the Georgia GOP. Plus, our insiders look at why senior Republicans are flabbergasted by Herschel Walker's final closing strategy. Greg and Patricia also answer your questions from the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at (770)810-5297 and give you their who’s up and who’s down for the week. We here at Politically Georgia would like to know what you think of our podcast. Please take a moment to answer a few questions so we’ll know how to make this podcast even better. 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

Nov 30, 2022 • 34min
We’re in the final stretch of the Senate runoff
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Nov 25, 2022 • 34min
What we’re watching in the final stretch of the Senate runoff
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy discuss voter turnout, messaging, and December surprises just to list a few of the things they are watching in this Senate runoff. Plus, our insiders talk about the confusion Georgia voters and poll workers are faced with because of Georgia law regarding Saturday voting due to its proximity to Thanksgiving and State Holiday. Greg and Patricia answer your questions from the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at (770)810-5297. You’ll also hear their 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