

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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Oct 5, 2022 • 28min
Abortion bombshell rocks Herschel Walker's campaign
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy discuss the fallout of a Daily Beast report that in 2009 Herschel Walker paid for an abortion for his then-girlfriend. Our insiders also look at the rough week for Stacey Abrams after a scathing fact check from the Washington Post and a federal judge’s decision to toss out the 2018 lawsuit filed by her organization, Fair Fight Action. 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. 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

Sep 30, 2022 • 48min
Herschel Walker's rightward pivot to attract more voters
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy examine Herschel Walker’s shift in messaging from party unity and bipartisanship to more hard-right positions. Plus, our insiders talk about the renewed controversy over the Atlanta Braves team name and the Tomahawk chop that was brought up at a White House press briefing earlier this week. Greg and Patricia also answer your questions from the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at (770)810-5297. 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

Sep 28, 2022 • 25min
Governor Kemp takes aim at metro Atlanta’s suburbs
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 strategy to shift some of his campaign focus from deep-red rural areas to the Atlanta suburbs to make new inroads. Have a question about Georgia politics? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at (770)810-5297 and leave your question. Greg and Patricia will play back 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

Sep 23, 2022 • 35min
The renewed fight for blue votes in red parts of Georgia
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy explain why Democratic candidates are campaigning in deep red districts. Plus, our insiders examine how the abortion issue might come into play as voters go to the polls this November. Greg and Patricia also answer your questions from the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at (770)810-5297. 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

Sep 21, 2022 • 33min
Why the latest AJC poll means bad news for Georgia Democrats
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy break down the results of the latest AJC poll that gives Republicans the edge in most races. Plus, our insiders look at how Georgians feel about the abortion issue in this election and Joe Biden’s approval numbers among voters in our state. Have a question about Georgia politics? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at (770)810-5297 and leave your question. Greg and Patricia will play back your question and answer it during the Friday 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

Sep 16, 2022 • 49min
Is the Georgia race for governor tightening?
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy look at results from pair of polls released this week from Quinnipiac University and Echelon Insights that show Governor Brian Kemp deadlocked with Stacey Abrams. Plus, our insiders discuss how Stacey Abrams is working to increase support among black male voters in Georgia. Greg and Patricia also answer your questions from the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast hotline at (770)810-5297. 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

Sep 14, 2022 • 38min
The senate debate is on
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy cover the announcement that Senator Raphael Warnock and Herschel Walker will indeed debate on October 14 in Savannah after months of back and forth. Plus, how Georgia House Speaker David Ralston is trying to deemphasize social issues. We also hear from AJC Washington Columnist Jamie Dupree about how national Republicans are pouring even more resources into supporting Herschel Walker’s campaign here in Georgia. Have a question for Greg and Patricia? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at (770)810-5297 and leave us your question. We’ll play it back and respond 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

Sep 9, 2022 • 47min
How an explosion of new voters could change the electorate
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy are joined by AJC State House reporter Mark Niesse to talk about how an increase in Georgia voters by 1.6 million could change the electorate. Plus, our insiders share with you moments from the AJC’s State of Our State live event with special guests Lieutenant Governor Geoff Duncan and former Governor Roy Barnes. Greg and Patricia also answer your questions from the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast hotline at (770)810-5297. 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

Sep 7, 2022 • 37min
The top five factors that will shape the election in the final sprint
In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy discuss the top five factors that will shape Georgia’s elections as campaigns ramp up their efforts to win this November. Have questions or comments about the political races in Georgia? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline and leave them for Greg and Patricia at (770)810-5297. We’ll play your message and respond during the Listener Mailbag segment in this 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

Sep 2, 2022 • 33min
Fallout after another hospital closes its doors
AJC Political Insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy discuss the swift and sudden impact the news of Atlanta Medical Center’s impending closure is having on Georgia’s campaign trail.In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy discuss the swift and sudden impact the news of Atlanta Medical Center’s impending closure is having on Georgia’s campaign trail. Plus, our insiders cover Stacey Abrams and Senator Raphael Warnock’s joint appearance at a campaign event in Marietta following reports the two candidates were steering separate courses. You’ll also hear Greg and Patricia answer your questions from the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at (770)810-5297. 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