Perspectives with Condace Pressley

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Perspectives with Condace Pressley is an hour where conversation about the ways we may be different actually shows us how much we really have in common.

  1. Jul 20

    Perspectives S37/Ep32 Artificial Intelligence - Welcome to the Wisdom Age

    Artificial intelligence is changing almost every aspect of our lives - everything from how we work and learn to how businesses make decisions and even how we communicate. Some people are excited. Others are nervous. But one thing seems certain: AI isn't coming. It's already here. Today we're talking about what that means for all of us and how organizations and individual can thrive in what some experts including our guest are calling the Wisdom Age. Joining us is Mike Pino, expert and author of Human Corps: Redesigning Organizations for the Wisdom Age.

  2. Jul 13

    Perspectives S37/Ep31 The new challenges facing our senior community

    As America grows older, a new report suggests our biggest challenge may not simply be adding years to life — but adding life to those years. The 2026 America’s Health Rankings Senior Report paints a complicated picture for older adults nationally and here in Georgia: encouraging gains in preventive care and access in some areas, but troubling increases in behavioral health concerns, social isolation, and barriers that can affect healthy aging. Today we’re joined by Dr. Joel Caschette, Chief Medical Officer for UnitedHealthcare Medicare and Retirement, to help us understand what these numbers really mean — and more importantly, what families, caregivers and communities can do now to help older adults remain healthier, safer, more connected and more independent.

  3. Jul 6

    Perspectives S37/Ep30 The Unfinished Business of 1776

    As America marks 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence, there’s celebration, reflection, and for many people, some difficult questions. Who gets included in the American story? Have we lived up to the promises written into our founding documents? And is patriotism something to reclaim, redefine or reject? My guest today says the American Revolution isn’t just history ... it’s unfinished business. Thomas Richards Jr. is a historian, educator and author of The Unfinished Business of 1776: Why the American Revolution Never Ended. In the book, he argues that the struggle over freedom, equality, opportunity and who America is for didn’t end in 1776—it continues today. This conversation may challenge some assumptions and invite us to look at our history—and our future—with fresh eyes.

  4. Jul 6

    Perspectives S37/Ep28/Ep29 Decoding the Declaration of Independence; Sharing Stories of the Witnesses to War

    We have two very special conversations to share. First, as we move toward Independence Day and America’s 250th birthday celebration, we’re revisiting one of the most quoted—and perhaps least understood—documents in our nation’s history. You know the words: “We hold these truths to be self-evident…” But what did the authors of the Declaration of Independence actually mean? What promises did the document make—and who was left outside those promises? And nearly 250 years later, what responsibility do we have to understand our founding ideals in full context? My guest today is Katie Kennedy, American history professor and author of The Declaration Decoded: A Guide to the Document That Inspired Our Nation. Her new book takes readers sentence by sentence through the Declaration of Independence—exploring rights, freedoms, government, and the grievances that launched a revolution. Today we’ll talk about the document itself, what history classes often leave out, and why understanding our history—completely and honestly—may matter now more than ever. Next, again as our nation prepares to mark 250 years of independence, there’s a lot of conversation about history—how we remember it, who tells it, and what stories survive. When we think about veterans, we often think about service, sacrifice, and major moments in history. But behind every battle and every uniform is a person and a story. One Georgia-based nonprofit has made it its mission to make sure those voices are never lost. For nearly 25 years, Witness to War Foundation has traveled the country recording the personal oral histories of combat veterans—preserving memories for families, historians, and future generations. Joining me today is Emily Carley, director of Witness to War Foundation.

  5. Jun 22

    Perspectives S37/Ep27 Dealing with stress of vacation travel

    Summer is supposed to be the season of escape — vacations, family road trips, reunions and making memories. But for many people, getting away can bring something unexpected: stress, overwhelm and anxiety. From crowded airports and delayed flights to fear of flying, overpacked itineraries and financial pressure, travel can trigger emotions that make it hard to relax at all. Today we’re talking about why travel anxiety is more common than people realize — and what we can do to make travel healthier, calmer and more enjoyable. Joining us is Dr. Phillip Yam, psychiatrist with Serenity Mental Health Centers in Atlanta. We’ll discuss the psychology behind travel stress, practical coping tools and how to recognize when anxiety may be something more serious

  6. Jun 18

    Perspectives S37/Ep26 The Secrets of a Wedding Whisperer and Family Food Fest returns

    A wedding lasts a day. A marriage, if we’re fortunate, lasts a lifetime. But somewhere between the flowers, the first dance, the seating charts and the perfectly posed photos… there are stories guests never see. Quiet moments. Big emotions. Family dynamics. Last-minute saves. Unexpected tears. And sometimes, lessons about love that have nothing to do with centerpieces. My guest today is Jade Lason. She has spent more than twenty-five years helping couples navigate one of life’s most meaningful—and occasionally chaotic milestones. From Atlanta to destination celebrations around the world, she has become known as ‘The Wedding Whisperer.’ Now she’s sharing what she’s learned in her debut book, Whispers of a Wedding Planner, a candid look behind the veil at weddings, relationships, resilience, and what it truly means to create moments that last. Next, Father’s Day is about more than gifts and cookouts. At its best, it’s about legacy, community and the people who help bring us together. This week on Perspectives, we talk about the return of Family Food Fest Atlanta — a Father’s Day tradition that celebrates food, family and the fathers and father figures who help strengthen our communities. This year’s event also carries special meaning as organizers continue to honor the vision and legacy of founder Diane Larché while building for the future. Joining me are pastry chef Kevin Ashford, Family Food Fest Atlanta Operations Manager Jeremy Cormier, and veteran chef Chester Miller. We talk about food as connection, what it takes to keep a community tradition alive, and why bringing people together around a table can sometimes do more than feed an appetite — it can feed a community.

  7. Jun 8

    Perspectives S37/Ep25 The Unfinished Business with The Best Man Franchise

    There are movies we watch… and then there are stories that stay with us. For more than two decades, audiences have laughed with them, argued about them, rooted for them, and maybe even seen pieces of themselves in them. The friendships, the romance, the ambition, the mistakes, and the complicated, beautiful work of growing up and growing older. From the original film to television and now into a brand-new chapter, our next guest has continued to invite us into one of the most enduring friend groups in modern storytelling. Filmmaker, writer, and director Malcolm D. Lee joins us today to talk about bringing The Best Man universe into a new season of life through his latest book—catching up with these beloved characters as they navigate midlife, relationships, change, and what comes after happily ever after.

  8. Jun 1

    Perspectives S37/Ep24 Celebrate Atlanta with clues, culture and cuisine

    Today we’re talking about food, culture, community, and a creative new way to experience Atlanta. Two sisters have turned a love for storytelling and dining into something interactive and intentional. Their company, Clues & Culture, takes guests on a self-guided culinary journey through Atlanta neighborhoods, using curated clues to lead people to Black-owned restaurants and hidden gems across the city. It’s part food experience, part cultural exploration, and part celebration of community connection.

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