Athens News Matters

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For over 15 years, Athens News Matters has been a vehicle to connect listeners with the stories that matter from Athens and around Northeast Georgia. Hosted by WUGA's Alexia Ridley and Emma Auer.

  1. DEC 13

    Athens News Matters: December 13th, 2025

    Today on Athens News Matters, we’ll hear from Rick Stanziale, a political newcomer running for commissioner in District 5. We'll also hear from one of his opponents, Zander Mason.

    23 min

  2. OCT 25

    Athens News Matters: October 25th, 2025

    Today on Athens News Matters, a UGA study reveals new directions in the study of healthcare access for immigrants.Plus, a journalist pursues a mystery related to a favorite Athens indie band.

    24 min

  3. OCT 18

    Athens News Matters: October 18th, 2025

    Today on Athens News Matters, the UGA researcher developing a vaccine for fungal infections, and we dive into the music of a new Athens voice.

    24 min

  4. OCT 11

    Athens News Matters: October 11th, 2025

    Today on Athens News Matters, a north Athens neighborhood faces dire conditions. What advocates are asking for, and more.

    23 min

  5. OCT 3

    Athens News Matters: October 4th, 2025

    Today on Athens News Matters, what researchers have learned about the response to Hurricane Helene, one year later. Then, an Athens Porchfest staple on what the show means to him.

    23 min

  6. SEP 27

    Athens News Matters: September 27th, 2025

    Today on Athens News Matters, local psychologist Lakeisha Gantt on her run for Athens-Clarke County mayor. Then, an opportunity for Northeast Georgians to discuss vaccines.

    23 min

  7. SEP 13

    Athens News Matters: September 13th, 2025

    Today on Athens News Matters, Athens-Clarke County District 9 Commissioner Ovita Thornton discusses her re-election campaign. Plus, a local end-of-life doula discusses destigmatizing death.

    24 min

  8. SEP 6

    Athens News Matters: September 6th, 2025

    Today on Athens News Matters, a survivor of the terrorist attacks on September 11th, 2001 speaks about his experience.

    23 min
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For over 15 years, Athens News Matters has been a vehicle to connect listeners with the stories that matter from Athens and around Northeast Georgia. Hosted by WUGA's Alexia Ridley and Emma Auer.

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