Closer Look with Rose Scott

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Closer Look with Rose Scott

"Closer Look with Rose Scott" brings you the issues that impact where we live, how we interact, and how we can all thrive. It’s not just about Atlanta; it’s a program for Atlanta. Rose connects with community leaders, CEOs, policymakers, and people who don't often get a platform, and she brings you in on the conversation.

  1. 23 HR AGO

    Addressing the affordable housing crisis under new Trump administration

    Studies have dubbed Atlanta the most overvalued housing market, with homes priced 50% higher than where they should be. Georgia voters say the housing crisis is among their top issues, and there’s mostly bipartisan agreement from voters about how federal authorities should address the problem. That’s according to new research from Dr. Steven Kull, director of the Program for Public Consultation at the University of Maryland.   Rose talks with Kull and Terri Lee, the president and CEO of Atlanta Housing. Kull discusses his findings and how a second Trump administration might address the issue. Lee explains Atlanta’s approach to solving its housing crisis.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    49 min
  2. Layoffs looming for PAD amid Atlanta contract uncertainty; Luther Vandross’ life story told in new documentary

    3 DAYS AGO

    Layoffs looming for PAD amid Atlanta contract uncertainty; Luther Vandross’ life story told in new documentary

    Policing Alternatives & Diversion Initiative (PAD) offers wraparound services to people experiencing extreme poverty, substance use and mental health disorders. The nonprofit organization also responds to non-emergency calls. PAD was expecting to renew a contract with the City of Atlanta. However, the city is pulling back. Moki Macias, who serves as the executive director of PAD, returns to “Closer Look,” to talk more about the unfolding situation and the future of her organization. “Luther: Never Too Much” is a new documentary that chronicles the life of the late Grammy-award-winning R&B singer, songwriter and record producer Luther Vandross. Documentarian Dawn Porter talks with Rose about creating the film and reflects on the life and legacy of the legendary singer.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    52 min
  3. What exit polls reveal about the 2024 presidential election; Georgia-based journalists discuss covering Trump’s presidency

    4 DAYS AGO

    What exit polls reveal about the 2024 presidential election; Georgia-based journalists discuss covering Trump’s presidency

    President-elect Donald Trump is now preparing to take office for his second term in office. Meanwhile, Vice President Kamala Harris has conceded the 2024 presidential race but is encouraging voters to stay engaged and to continue fighting for a better America. Emory professors Dr. Pearl Dowe and Andra Gillespie return to “Closer Look,” for analysis of post-presidential election results and what exit polls reveal about specific voting blocs.   Plus, for a journalists’ roundtable, Rose talks with Dan Whisenhunt, the founder and editor of Decaturish.com, Nsenga Burton, an award-winning journalist, entrepreneur, and editor-in-chief of The Burton Wire, and Donnell Suggs, the editor-in-chief of The Atlanta Voice. The group shares how they will approach covering the Trump administration for a second term. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    52 min
  4. Trump wins 2024 presidential race

    5 DAYS AGO

    Trump wins 2024 presidential race

    Votes are still being counted, but former President Donald Trump is the projected winner of the 2024 presidential election, defeating Democratic opponent Vice President Kamala Harris. On today's special edition of "Closer Look with Rose Scott," we open the phone lines to hear from Georgia voters. Rose is joined by GSU politics and policy professor Tammy Greer and Atlanta-based political strategist and analyst Fred Hicks. They provide analysis of the presidential race and several other key local races. They also discuss what’s next for the Republicans and Democrats. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    51 min
  5. Georgia and Countdown to 2024 Election; Woman Stresses Importance of Voting by Sharing her Poll Tax Exemption Card

    4 NOV

    Georgia and Countdown to 2024 Election; Woman Stresses Importance of Voting by Sharing her Poll Tax Exemption Card

    The 2024 presidential election is just one day away. What role is Georgia playing in this election? How did we get into the national spotlight? WABE politics reporter Rahul Bali returns to “Closer Look,” to talk about Georgia’s growing influence on the presidential race since 2020 and what he saw on the campaign trail during this election cycle. We also hear from Republican Scott Klug, a former Wisconsin congressman. We’ll get further analysis from Atlanta-based political strategist and analyst Fred Hicks. They’ll both reflect on some of the most memorable moments of the campaign trail leading up to now. Plus, Loretta Green, 89, is an Atlanta-based voting rights advocate. She talks with Rose Scott about how she uses her poll tax exemption card to educate others about voting rights and the importance of voting. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    48 min
  6. More than 63,000 voter registrations challenged in Georgia; Addressing digital equity; Spelman hosting Parliament-Funkadelic-inspired musical showcase

    1 NOV

    More than 63,000 voter registrations challenged in Georgia; Addressing digital equity; Spelman hosting Parliament-Funkadelic-inspired musical showcase

    Since July, according to an Associated Press report, more than 63,000 voter registrations have been challenged in Georgia, and roughly 1% of the people called into question have been removed from the state's voting rolls. Despite the low percentage of questionable enrollees, lawsuits are reportedly still being filed to order counties to do more. Associated Press reporter Jeff Amy discusses the latest. Plus, Comcast and Inspiredu recently opened a flagship Lift Zone in Atlanta to advance digital equity and drive economic growth. The new center offers free internet access and digital skills training. Melinda Little, vice president of Government Affairs for Comcast's 'Big South' region, talks more about the new facility and how it will serve as a connection hub for Georgians. Lastly, Aku Kadogo, a senior lecturer for the Department of Theater & Performance at Spelman College, and Spelman student Maddison Gardner, discuss an upcoming musical showcase called Sankofunktopia. The event inspired by George Clinton and Parliament- Funkadelic’s album, “Funkentelechy vs The Placebo Syndrome,” is slated for Nov. 7 - 9 at 7 p.m. and again on Nov. 10 at 2 p.m. at the Baldwin Burroughs Theatre. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    51 min
  7. Breaking down Georgia’s 2024 ballot measures; “Morehouse mystique” spotlighted in WABE documentary

    31 OCT

    Breaking down Georgia’s 2024 ballot measures; “Morehouse mystique” spotlighted in WABE documentary

    Georgians are voting on three statewide ballot measures - all related to taxes. But the language can be confusing for many voters. Daniel Kanso, the director of legislative strategy and senior fiscal analyst at Georgia Budget and Policy Institute, returns to “Closer Look,” to explain what each of the measures mean and the potential implications of the measures if they are passed.   WABE TV’s senior producer Brianna Carr discusses her team’s latest documentary,” We Expect Nothing Less: The Benjamin E. Mays Story.” The short film, produced in partnership with HBCU Week Now, follows the journey of incoming Morehouse College freshmen as they learn about their school’s sixth president Dr. Benjamin E. Mays’ influence on civic leadership and the Morehouse mystique philosophy.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    48 min
  8. Emory’s African American Studies doctoral program equips students for careers beyond academia

    30 OCT

    Emory’s African American Studies doctoral program equips students for careers beyond academia

    Emory University is among a short list of higher education institutions in the U.S. offering a doctoral program in African American Studies. The program accepted its first cohort of students in the fall of 2023. Dr. Kali Nicole Gross, the National Endowment for the Humanities Professor of African American Studies and the chair of African American Studies at Emory University, discusses the success of the program thus far and what distinguishes Emory’s program from other doctoral programs.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    27 min
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"Closer Look with Rose Scott" brings you the issues that impact where we live, how we interact, and how we can all thrive. It’s not just about Atlanta; it’s a program for Atlanta. Rose connects with community leaders, CEOs, policymakers, and people who don't often get a platform, and she brings you in on the conversation.

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