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21/02/2025

Neglected Tropical Diseases

Neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) are a group of conditions that disproportionately impact low-income countries and receive insufficient attention and resources from around the world. This week on Health Wanted, host Laurel Bristow and guest Jessica Fairley, MD, explore some of the most common NTDs and how the U.S. benefits from contributing to their research and prevention. In the Q&A, Bristow addresses questions about the CDC's "Disease Detectives" and the EIS, current measles outbreaks, supplements, aluminum in deodorant, and creatine sets up the Sick of the Week. For a full rundown on all the information shared in today's episode, take a look at the Show Notes. Have a question for Laurel? Send it to healthwanted@wabe.org or leave a voicemail at 404-888-3630! For more, visit wabe.org/healthwanted See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19/11/2024

Episode 1: The Expulsion

In the inaugural episode of Atlanta History Center’s "1912" podcast, hosts Rose Scott and Sophia Dodd delve into one of Georgia’s most unsettling events. The episode transports listeners to the racially charged atmosphere of Forsyth County in 1912 — a year marked by the violent expulsion of the county’s Black residents. Accusations by white women against Black men ignited a wave of racial violence that ravaged the community. Through descendant testimonies and oral histories, Scott and Dodd examine the terror of those tumultuous days. Central to their exploration is the testimony of Fred Brown. Brown, one of the expelled, recounts the fires, frantic escapes, and the tragic aftermath for families forced to abandon their homes, livelihoods, and communities. His words, recorded by his son decades later, breathe new life into this often overlooked chapter in Georgia’s history. As the episode progresses, Scott and Dodd discuss how Forsyth County remained almost exclusively white for decades. They also focus on the 1987 Brotherhood March, led by civil rights leader Hosea Williams, which brought national attention to the county’s deep racial divide. 1912 is a limited series from Atlanta History Center and WABE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
07/11/2024

“The Jerusalem Quartet” / “Internet Islands” / VAYNE

Cellist Kyril Zlotnikov of the Jerusalem Quartet discusses their upcoming performance at The Temple on November 11. Plus, Internet Islands takes the spotlight for our series, “Speaking of Music,” and we speak with graffiti–style writer VAYNE ahead of his first solo show, “All Over the Place,” which opens at Cat Eye Creative on November 9. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
06/09/2022

Federico Fellini: A Centennial Celebration / “Step the Brain Along a Path” / Artist Alex Waggoner

Emory film and media studies professor Matthew Bernstein and senior lecturer on Italian Studies Angela Porcarelli share details on Emory Cinematheque's film series "Federico Fellini: A Centennial Celebration." Plus, Terminus Modern Ballet Theatre's "Step the Brain Along a Path" is coming to the Ferst Center for the Arts at Georgia Tech next weekend. We hear from the creatives behind the collaborative project. And our series, "Speaking of the Arts," features painter Alex Waggoner. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.

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