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Updated 03/03/2024
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Performing Arts

Updated 16/10/2025

21/12/2023

The Color Purple, A Christmas Carol, Lil Baby & Friends, and more (December 21 – 24)

Experience the vibrance of Atlanta with events that cater to all ages, from kids aged 1 to 92 (Nat King Cole voice). Join Sammie as she taps into her inner child for a delightful musical adventure. The journey begins at the Alliance Theater with Into the Burrow: A Peter Rabbit Tale and don't miss the enchanting A Christmas Carol, Reimagined at the Gas South Convention, featuring a soul-stirring musical soundtrack. Meanwhile, Mike is eagerly anticipating the advance screening of The Color Purple promising an evening filled with excitement, delicious eats, and live entertainment. The festivities continue with the electrifying Lil Baby & Friends Birthday Celebration at the State Farm Arena, ensuring a night of elevated energy. And don't forget to check out these additional events: Invasion: Christmas Carol Christmas at the Children's Museum of Atlanta See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

21/12/2023

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11 min
31/05/2024

Millie De Chirico keeps cult classics alive and well

Millie De Chirico got her start in the film and television industry at Turner Broadcasting in the programming department. From there, she programmed “TCM Underground,” which broadcast cult classics and late-night films. These days, she co-hosts the podcast “I Saw What You Did,” dissecting films every episode and is teaching about film as an adjunct professor. Millie shares exactly what a film programmer does, why she loves cult cinema, and why she wrote her book “TCM Underground: 50 Must-See Films from the World of Classic Cult and Late-Night Cinema.” Mentioned this episode: Amazon Prime’s “The Bondsmanv” “The Woman in the Yard” “Naked Gun” Reboot “Weapons” This episode of The Boom was produced by Kevin Rinker and Jewel Wicker. Additional production and editing by Scotty Crowe. Original music by Matt Owen. For more information, visit wabe.org/theboom See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

31/05/2024

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29 min
06/02/2023

"Perception" & "Common Good Atlanta: Breaking Down The Walls Of Mass Incarceration"

A mom overcomes her prejudice. Offering college courses to people in Georgia's prisons. Hosts Alphonso Whitfield and Brianna Carr take a look at Harrison Chandler's short film "Perception" and talk about the documentary "Common Good Atlanta: Breaking Down The Walls Of Mass Incarceration" from Hal Jacobs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

06/02/2023

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28 min
10/05/2024

Tiffany Elle Burgess explains how writing improves her acting

Actress Tiffany Elle Burgess (The Color Purple, The Wonder Years) has only been acting since 2020 but has already found herself in some big productions. Notably, she played Olivia, Celie’s biological daughter, in the 2023 musical adaptation of “The Color Purple.” Tiffany explains how writing screenplays, before jumping into acting herself, has helped her become a better actor. She also talks about her work on “The Color Purple” and how her career jumped from public health to film and TV. Mentioned this episode: Amazon’s “The Idea of You” Netflix’s “A Man in Full” Universal’s upcoming musical project featuring Janelle Monáe, Halle Bailey, and Missy Elliott Tyler Perry’s latest film coming to Netflix The AJC’s “The South Got Something to Say” documentary This episode of The Boom was produced by Kevin Rinker and Jewel Wicker. Additional production and editing by Scotty Crowe. Original music by Matt Owen. For more information, visit wabe.org/theboom See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10/05/2024

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27 min
04/03/2022

Ga. agriculture commissioner talks state’s response amid the pandemic; High school student discusses CRT being taught in school; WABE reporters provide updates about pending bills

Gary Black, the 16th commissioner of Agriculture in Georgia, discusses his top priorities for 2022. Plus, Georgia lawmakers are considering several bills that would limit conversations about race in public school classrooms. What do students think? Lastly, WABE politics reporters Rahul Bali and Sam Gringlas discuss the latest news from the Georgia General Assembly's 2022 legislative session. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

04/03/2022

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51 min
22/04/2022

Local doctors discuss dropping masks requirements on public transportation; Pam Grier reflects on her life and career

A federal judge in Florida recently struck down the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's nationwide order that required people to wear masks on public transportation. Piedmont Healthcare’s Dr. Jayne Morgan, and Emory’s Dr. Dhaval Desai, discuss what this means for spring and summer travel and mitigating the spread of COVID-19. Plus, from the “Closer Look” archives, we revisit one of our listeners’ favorites: Rose’s conversation with Pam Grier. The veteran actress reflects on her career. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

22/04/2022

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52 min
25/04/2023

"The Alchemists"

The prominent Atlanta art dealer, Bill Lowe, passed away in 2021 due to complications from Hodgkin's lymphoma. He was the owner and president of the Bill Lowe Gallery for over 30 years. After Lowe's passing, the gallery appointed Donovan Johnson as Executive Director to continue his mentor's legacy. The gallery's name has since changed to the Johnson Lowe Gallery, and Donovan is ushering in a new era for this space. "The Alchemists" is the first exhibition to kick off the rebranding, and it's on view through April 29. Co-curators Seph Rodney and Donovan Johnson joined City Lights to discuss the show in detail. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

25/04/2023

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52 min
02/05/2025

How Trump's first 100 days have impacted Georgia

Since taking office for the second time, President Donald Trump has moved swiftly to reshape every facet of government, often testing the boundaries of presidential power, with far-reaching implications for Georgia, the country and the world. On this week's episode of "Plugged In," hosts Sam Gringlas and Rahul Bali discuss how Trump's first 100 days in office have left a mark on the Peach State. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

02/05/2025

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23 min
18/10/2025

TSA workers at Hartsfield-Jackson caught in red tape and an Atlanta food institution closes

DeKalb County Schools Superintendent Devon Horton resigned on Wednesday just days after a federal indictment against him in the state of Illinois for an alleged kickback scheme at his previous school district. Plus, more than five dozen detainees at the Fulton County Jail are currently sleeping on the floor, while a new diversion center designed to help prevent overcrowding is struggling to fill its beds. Also food vouchers for TSA workers offered by the city of Atlanta are allegedly caught up in federal government red tape. And an Atlanta food institution-- "Eats"-- closes its doors. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

18/10/2025

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16 min
09/07/2024

Patrick O'Carroll On Leadership

Dr. Patrick O’Carroll decided early in his career that public health, and its long-term, collaborative approach to problem solving, suited him. An epidemiologist by trade, he is president and CEO of the Task Force for Global Health, a $100 million nonprofit whose mission is to advance health equity by working with partners across the world to eliminate diseases, ensure access to medicines and strengthen health systems “so that people can achieve their full potential.” See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

09/07/2024

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19 min

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