

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
Mentioned books

Oct 31, 2022 • 27min
Kemp and Abrams in their final face off
In this special episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy break down Sunday night’s final debate between Governor Brian Kemp and Stacey Abrams Sunday night in Atlanta. 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

Oct 28, 2022 • 43min
Another Herschel Walker accuser comes forward
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy talk about the second claim made by a woman who says Herschel Walker paid for her to have an abortion back in 1993. Plus, our insiders explore why Stacey Abrams is talking about China as we draw close to the election, as well as a preview of Sunday night’s final gubernatorial debate. Greg and Patricia also answer your questions from the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at (770)810-5297. 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

Oct 26, 2022 • 40min
Why Georgia’s Hyundai project is a big deal for Kemp
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy talk about the importance of the new Hyundai Motor Group plant that broke ground in Savannah on Tuesday, and how it will be the largest project in Georgia’s history. Plus, our insiders discuss Stacey Abrams’s closing message to voters and the return of the Warnock-Ossoff tag team to the campaign trail. Have a question for Greg and Patricia? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline and 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

Oct 21, 2022 • 45min
Superstars stump for Georgia's candidates
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy discuss the celebrity appearances by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Oprah, and others to help turn out the vote for Georgia’s candidates.Our insiders also look into the text messages from former Senator Kelly Loeffler’s phone that shed light on the pressure campaign as former President Donald Trump tries to overturn the 2020 election Plus, how Herschel Walker is doubling down on his badge controversy.Greg and Patricia also answer your questions from the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at (770)810-5297.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

Oct 19, 2022 • 30min
Early voting turnout surge in Georgia
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy look at the steady turnout and enthusiasm of Georgia voters as early voting gets underway for the 2022 elections. Plus, our insiders discuss what signs Georgia’s early voting turnout show national Democrats and Republicans with AJC Washington Columnist Jamie Dupree. You can now call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline with your questions about Georgia Politics. Greg and Patricia will play your question and answer it during the Listener Mailbag segment in next Friday’s episode. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 18, 2022 • 27min
Kemp, Abrams, and Hazel square off in first gubernatorial debate
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy recap and discuss the key moments of Monday night’s debate between Governor Brian Kemp, Stacey Abrams, and Shane Hazel. You can now call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline with your questions about Georgia Politics. Greg and Patricia will play your question and answer it during the Listener Mailbag segment in 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

Oct 15, 2022 • 23min
The Georgia Senate debate: Walker and Warnock Clash in Savannah
In this special episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy recap Saturday’s senatorial debate between Senator Raphael Warnock and Herschel Walker as the candidates battled it out over abortion, domestic issues, and who should represent Georgians in the U.S. Senate for the next six years. 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

Oct 14, 2022 • 34min
Previewing tonight’s debate between Senator Raphael Warnock and Herschel Walker
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy preview tonight’s high-stakes debate between Senator Raphael Warnock and Herschel Walker tonight in Savannah. Plus, our insiders break down the results of the latest UGA poll and look at the key takeaways on how voters feel about the candidates and the issues as we get closer to the midterm elections. Have a question you’d like to ask? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Hotline at (770)810-5297 and Greg and Patricia will playback your question and answer it 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

Oct 12, 2022 • 1h 15min
Politically Georgia live from Manuel's Tavern with special guest Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens
In this 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.Plus, answers to many great questions from our live audience. 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

Oct 7, 2022 • 35min
A defiant Herschel Walker rejects abortion allegations
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy cover the fallout from the abortion payment allegations made against Herschel Walker as the senatorial candidate continues to deny the reports. Plus, our insiders answer your questions from the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at (770)810-5297. You're invited to come to a live taping of the Politically Georgia podcast this Tuesday. For all the details on how to join us, go to live.ajc.com 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