282 episodes

Listen every Thursday as AJC Arts and Entertainment Editor Shane Harrison, along with Food, Dining, and Living Editor Ligaya Figueres, and Entertainment Reporter Rodney Ho introduce you to the most interesting people, places, and things to do in and around Atlanta. It's the podcast that helps you get ready for the weekend!

Go Atlanta AJC Podcasts

    • Arts
    • 5.0 • 19 Ratings

Listen every Thursday as AJC Arts and Entertainment Editor Shane Harrison, along with Food, Dining, and Living Editor Ligaya Figueres, and Entertainment Reporter Rodney Ho introduce you to the most interesting people, places, and things to do in and around Atlanta. It's the podcast that helps you get ready for the weekend!

    Go Atlanta: Baby Rose blues, new TLC documentary, Jurassic exhibition vandalism, automated pizza

    Go Atlanta: Baby Rose blues, new TLC documentary, Jurassic exhibition vandalism, automated pizza

    The timeless music of Atlanta's Baby Rose charts a course for the future.
    In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s newest podcast, Go Atlanta, AJC culture reporter DeAsia Paige tells the story of acclaimed up-and-coming Atlanta musician, Baby Rose. DeAsia talks about her newest album and her upcoming show at Terminal West on June 4th.
     
    Atlanta’s newest exhibition, Jurassic World Exhibition, is forced to close due to vandalism. Entertainment reporter Rodney Ho talks about the extent of damage and when the exhibition is expected to reopen. And find out why you’ll see a huge crowd in front of CNN Center Thursday afternoon. Plus, hear Rodney’s interview with T-Boz and Chilli of TLC to talk about their new documentary, “TLC Forever” on Lifetime which chronicles the group’s journey from its humble roots in the early 1990s to current day nostalgia-based touring mode.
     
    Ligaya Figueras has all the latest restaurant and dining news including the opening of Leftie Lee’s in Avondale Estates and Johnny’s Chicken and Waffles in Midtown. How about a 24/7 automated pizza kiosk? Ligaya tells you about her experience at PIzzaForno in Buckhead. Hear about the charcuterie concept, Graze Craze. Plus, a take-out review of Rreal Tacos.
     
    Entertainment editor Shane Harrison checks out The Milk and Cookies Festival, in partnership with RenderATL at Atlanta’s Old Fourth Ward on Friday, June 2nd. Plus, he’ll introduce you to Greenie, Go Atlanta’s pet of the week.
     
     
    Links to today’s topics:
    The timeless blues of Atlanta’s Baby Rose charts a course for the future
    Atlanta’s ‘Jurassic’ exhibit temporarily closes after being damaged by vandals
    Rreal Tacos restaurant review
    PizzaForno, a 24/7 automated pizza kiosk, is now open in Buckhead
    Leftie Lee’s opens in Avondale Estates
    Frazie’s Meat & Market Opens in Atlanta’s Riverside neighborhood
    Barrio ATL opens in the Cascade Heights neighborhood
    Johnny’s Chicken and Waffles is set to open in June in Midtown
    Illycaffe set to open its first Atlanta location at Ford Factory Lofts
    Tim Hortons is opening a location in Midtown
    At home with Atlanta chefs series
    TLC recounts crazy, sexy, cool journey in new Lifetime doc
    Milk + Cookies Festival
    Butterfly Festival at the Chattahoochee Nature Center
    Greenie, our pet of the week
     
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    • 42 min
    Go Atlanta: Memorial Day weekend, staycation ideas, fun in the sun, Marcus Samuelsson’s new Atlanta restaurant

    Go Atlanta: Memorial Day weekend, staycation ideas, fun in the sun, Marcus Samuelsson’s new Atlanta restaurant

    In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s newest podcast, Go Atlanta, we are gearing up for the unofficial start of summer with ways to mark Memorial Day weekend in and around metro Atlanta. We’ll also help you find places to cool off in metro Atlanta pools, water parks, and splash pads. You’ll also hear some great staycation ideas for a a fun summer break.
     
    Entertainment reporter Rodney Ho checks out the all-ages geek culture convention, MomoCon 2023, which is happening now through May 28th. He’ll also talk about the 38-year veteran TV reporter who is retiring from the Atlanta airwaves.
     
    Food and dining editor Ligaya Figueras has a list of food festivals that celebrate the flavors of the South. She has a review of Marcus Bar & Grille and a list of upcoming openings as well as who will be closing their doors. Plus, ideas for fun in the sun along the Georgia coast.
     
    Arts and entertainment editor Shane Harrison has details on The Wurst Weenie Hoedown Ever, and he wants you to meet the playful and friendly Quico, our pet of the week who wants to be your friend for life.
     
    Links to today’s topics:
    How to mark the Memorial Day weekend in and around metro Atlanta
     Cool off in metro Atlanta at pools, water parks, splash pads and more
    Atlanta Jazz Fest brings classic and soulful sounds to Piedmont Park
    20 ways to have fun on your metro Atlanta staycation
    Dale Russell retiring from Fox 5 I-Team after 38 years
    EXCLUSIVE: Tara Theatre rises again on May 25
    MomoCon 2023
    Marcus Bar & Grille opens in Old Fourth Ward
    Solar-powered bar opens along Westside Beltline
    Atlanta R&B Wine Food & Music Fest
    Food festivals celebrate the flavors of the South
    The Wurst Weenie Hoedown Ever Fundraiser
    LifeLine Animal Project
     
     
    Go Atlanta is supported by SMARTBOX Moving and Storage. Use promo code SBXATL20 to get 20 dollars off your booking. 
     
    Subscribe to the AJC: If you aren’t a subscriber to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, click here to get unlimited digital access to the AJC at a special price.
     
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    • 34 min
    Go Atlanta: Music Midtown returns, new dining and drinking scene openings, two favorites return to the airwaves

    Go Atlanta: Music Midtown returns, new dining and drinking scene openings, two favorites return to the airwaves

    In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s newest podcast, Go Atlanta, entertainment reporter Rodney Ho has the latest on the two radio personalities returning to the Atlanta airwaves. He’ll also tell you about Museum of Illusions coming to Atlantic Station this weekend. Plus, the two TV shows airing on TBS that is shot here in Atlanta.
     
    Food, dining, and living editor Ligaya Figueras has a number of new restaurant openings and new additions to the drinking scene for you to check out. She also introduces you to Max Hines, chef and founder of Atlanta pop-up collective Stolen Goods, and Quianah Upton, founder of Nourish Botanica, to talk about Nourish Botanica hosting the Stolen Goods chef collective residency this month.
     
    Editor Shane Harrison looks forward to the return of Music Midtown this fall and Paws Fest this weekend at The Avenue West Cobb. Speaking of paws, Shane will introduce you to Magic Midnight, our pet of the week.
     
    Links to today’s topics: 
    EXCLUSIVE: Music Midtown returns with Pink, Billie Eilish, Guns N’ Roses
    Kim ‘The Kimmer’ Peterson gets afternoon gig at Xtra 106.3
    99X brings back a name from the early days: Will Pendarvis
    Nourish Botanica to host Stolen Goods chef collective residency this month
    Museum of Illusions opens this weekend at Atlantic Station
    La Panarda opens in Cascade Heights
    Gocha’s Tapas Bar opens on Campbellton Road
    Capital Tacos opens brick-and-mortar in Johns Creek
    A 13-concept food hall is coming to the Mall at Stonecrest
    Ticonderoga Club reopens in Krog Street Market
    Melanie Styles to open brewery and taproom in East Point
    Paws Fest at Avenues at West Cobb
    Virginia Highland Porchfest
     
    Go Atlanta is supported by SMARTBOX Moving and Storage. Use promo code SBXATL20 to get 20 dollars off your booking. 
     
    Subscribe to the AJC: If you aren’t a subscriber to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, click here to get unlimited digital access to the AJC at a special price.
     
    Listen and subscribe to the new Go Atlanta podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or Stitcher.
     
     
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    • 44 min
    Go Atlanta special edition: Lessons from a mother

    Go Atlanta special edition: Lessons from a mother

    On this Mother’s Day, we have a special episode of the Go Atlanta podcast from The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
    The AJC’s Ligaya Figueras lost her mother in February. But in today’s show, Ligaya will introduce you to Dorothy Lorraine Landolt and the lessons she taught her about faith, kindness, and banana bread.
    You can read LIgaya’s story about her mom here.
    Listen and follow the Go Atlanta podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or Stitcher. 
    Go Atlanta is supported by SMARTBOX Moving and Storage. Use promo code SBXATL20 to get 20 dollars off your booking. 
    Subscribe to the AJC: If you aren’t a subscriber to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, click here to get unlimited digital access to the AJC at a special price. 
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    • 14 min
    Go Atlanta: Kenny Loggins’s farewell, Kim Zolciak’s divorce, European Film Festival, dining news, and festivals

    Go Atlanta: Kenny Loggins’s farewell, Kim Zolciak’s divorce, European Film Festival, dining news, and festivals

    In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s newest podcast, Go Atlanta, Rodney Ho updates us on the writers strike, now a full week in, and the possibility of actors and directors going on strike. He also has the story of Kim Zolciak’s divorce from former Falcons player Kroy Biermann. Hear about the new series now streaming on Hulu, Class of ’09, which was filmed here in Atlanta. Plus, Rodney sits down with Kenny Loggins ahead of his farewell tour that will be stopping in Atlanta this Saturday.
     
    Ligaya Figueras has a food review of a recent comeback, Holeman and Finch at Colony Square. You’ll also hear about this month’s Atlanta Classics feature, which is Gunshow. Ligaya also tells you about the popular Atlanta chef who is joining Oliva Group as their new culinary director.
     
    Shane Harrison sits down with Kevin Casebier of the European Film Festival. Beginning May 12th, it will be three days of vibrant and engaging cinema, showcasing the colorful variety of European on-screen storytelling while exploring the many expressions of European Identity. Shane also takes a look at this weekend’s Sweet Auburn Springfest and the 20th Annual Kirkwood Spring Fling. And, of course, he’ll introduce you to Summer, our pet of the week.
     
    Links to today’s topics:
    Kenny Loggins explains why this is it: ‘I put in my time’
    Reality star Kim Zolciak files for divorce from ex-Falcon Kroy Biermann
    Class of ‘09
    Atlanta Classics: Gunshow celebrates its 10th anniversary
    Ligaya Figueras: Lessons from a mother
    Zeb Stevenson joins Oliva Restaurant Group as culinary director
    European Film Festival of Atlanta
    Sweet Auburn Springfest
    Kirkwood Spring Fling
    Chef Steven Satterfield book signing event
    Andrew McCarthy: Walking With Sam author conversation
     
    Go Atlanta is supported by SMARTBOX Moving and Storage. Use promo code SBXATL20 to get 20 dollars off your booking. 
     
    Subscribe to the AJC: If you aren’t a subscriber to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, click here to get unlimited digital access to the AJC at a special price. 
     
    Listen and subscribe to the new Go Atlanta podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or Stitcher. 
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    • 47 min
    Go Atlanta: Spring dining, writers strike, Shaky Knees

    Go Atlanta: Spring dining, writers strike, Shaky Knees

    In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s newest podcast, Go Atlanta, Entertainment reporter Rodney Ho talks about the possible writer’s strike and how much it could impact TV and film production here in Georgia. Plus, another immersive experience based on Lego sculptures and an upcoming immersive experience of “The Little Mermaid” that is coming to Dunwoody. He’ll also tell you about Seal’s upcoming show at the Fox Theater this weekend.
     
    The Spring Dining Guide is out now, and this season we focus on the best of baking in Atlanta. Ligaya Figueras and Yvonne Zusel share some of their favorite picks. Hear about the new novel culinary experience called the Atlanta Test Kitchen.
     
    Entertainment editor Shane Harrison gets you ready for this year’s Shaky Knees Festival, previews what’s coming up in the Sunday Living and Arts section, and introduces you to the pet of the week.
     
    Links to today’s topics
     
    Spaceman Lounge and Enemigo Tequila - Sky View Cinco de Mayo Party

    Atlanta Cat Extravaganza and Rescue Awareness

    Message in a Bottle to open in Dunwoody this fall with a raw bar and beach vibes

    Metro Atlanta food and drink events to check out in May

    AJC Spring Dining Guide

    Seal will try to replicate his first two albums live on tour

    Writers strike begins as talks close without resolution at deadline

    New ‘The Little Mermaid’ immersive experience coming to Dunwoody June 3

    Shaky Knees Festival

    NFA Burger Benefit
     
    Go Atlanta is supported by SMARTBOX Moving and Storage. Use promo code SBXATL20 to get 20 dollars off your booking. 
     
    Subscribe to the AJC: If you aren’t a subscriber to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, click here to get unlimited digital access to the AJC at a special price. 
     Listen and subscribe to the new Go Atlanta podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or Stitcher. 
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    • 44 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
19 Ratings

19 Ratings

Ash_Sv ,

Best of the best

Great way to know the best spots in Atlanta and how to make the most of your time doing fun things in the city.

ericaalyssa ,

Great new offering from the AJC

Love this! Very cool and useful!

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Love this!

Great new podcast from the Access Atlanta team!

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