13 episodes

Georgia Smothered & Covered is your ticket to the progressive pulse of the Peach State. Join us as we uncover the dynamic landscape of Georgia's news and politics, delivering exhilarating interviews and discussions with influential activists, visionary leaders, and trailblazing legislators shaping our great state's future.So, whether you're a political junkie or just starting to dip your toes into the world of activism, Georgia Smothered & Covered is the podcast you won't want to miss. Join us as we uncover the extraordinary tales and triumphs that make Georgia the vibrant and diverse state it is today.

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Georgia Smothered & Covered is your ticket to the progressive pulse of the Peach State. Join us as we uncover the dynamic landscape of Georgia's news and politics, delivering exhilarating interviews and discussions with influential activists, visionary leaders, and trailblazing legislators shaping our great state's future.So, whether you're a political junkie or just starting to dip your toes into the world of activism, Georgia Smothered & Covered is the podcast you won't want to miss. Join us as we uncover the extraordinary tales and triumphs that make Georgia the vibrant and diverse state it is today.

    Freshman 15, Ep. 4: Kicks at the Capitol with Rep. Omari Crawford

    Freshman 15, Ep. 4: Kicks at the Capitol with Rep. Omari Crawford

    Thanks for tuning into the latest episode of Freshman 15, our new series, where we sit down with freshman legislators over a bite to eat!

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    • 29 min
    Freshman 15, Ep. 3: Rep. Phil Olaleye

    Freshman 15, Ep. 3: Rep. Phil Olaleye

     Thanks for tuning into the latest episode of Freshman 15, our new series, where we sit down with freshman legislators over a bite to eat!

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    www.philforgeorgia.com 

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    • 29 min
    Freshman 15, Ep. 2: From Lawyer to Legislator with Rep. Tanya Miller

    Freshman 15, Ep. 2: From Lawyer to Legislator with Rep. Tanya Miller

    Thanks for tuning into the first episode of Freshman 15, our new series, where we sit down with freshman legislators over a bite to eat!
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    • 19 min
    Freshman 15, Ep. 1: The Wing Trick with Rep. Long Tran

    Freshman 15, Ep. 1: The Wing Trick with Rep. Long Tran

    Thanks for tuning into the first episode of Freshman 15, our new series, where we sit down with freshman legislators over a bite to eat!
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    • 19 min
    Ep. 7: The ‘Cop City’ Saga Pt. 2 w/ Dekalb Commissioner Ted Terry - Georgia Smothered & Covered

    Ep. 7: The ‘Cop City’ Saga Pt. 2 w/ Dekalb Commissioner Ted Terry - Georgia Smothered & Covered

    In this follow-up episode, we're returning to the discourse around Atlanta's Public Safety Training, "Cop City." After hearing from passionate organizers against the plan, County Commissioner Ted Terry joins us to provide his perspective on the training center. Serving Super District 6 in Dekalb County, Commissioner Terry gives an environmental sustainability perspective on the training center.

    Follow Commissioner Terry 
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    • 44 min
    Ep. 6: Lines of Contention: Georgia's Battle for Fair Maps - Georgia Smothered & Covered

    Ep. 6: Lines of Contention: Georgia's Battle for Fair Maps - Georgia Smothered & Covered

    Delve into the complexities of Georgia's redistricting landscape in this eye-opening episode. Recorded before the recent legal victory, we provide an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the arguments and discussions that paved the way for one additional majority Black congressional district, two new majority Black districts in the state Senate, and five new majority Black districts in the state House. Join our insightful guests, Aunna Dennis from Common Cause Georgia and Rahul Garabadu from the ACLU of Georgia, as they unravel the nuances of this historic case and shed light on the implications for the state's political future.

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    • 39 min

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