Closer Look with Rose Scott
912 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago - ★★★★★ - 41 ratings"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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Ahmaud Arbery's Death Prompts Another Push For The Creation Of A Georgia Hate Crime Law
May 11, 2020 18:17 - 48 minutes - 44.4 MBThe shooting death of Ahmaud Arbery has prompted yet another debate regarding whether or not Georgia should have a state hate crime law. But, this time, the legislation may have bipartisan support. Georgia Republican Representative Chuck Efstration shares why he supports the creation of a new hate crime law. Plus, we'll hear how President Trump's recent executive order temporarily banning green card immigration into the United States is affecting the work of Atlanta's Tahirih Justic...
Arrests Made In Connection To The Shooting Death Of Ahmaud Arbery
May 08, 2020 18:33 - 48 minutes - 44 MBWe hear the latest from the Georgia Bureau of Investigation regarding the arrest of Gregory and Travis McMichael in connection to the killing of Ahmaud Arbery. Then, WABE health reporter and host of the podcast “Did You Wash Your Hands?” Sam Whitehead recaps this week in coronavirus-related news. Plus, Atlanta-based British Consul General of the Southeast Andrew Staunton talks trade in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Finally, Atticus LeBlanc, founder of a co-living start-up c...
Response To The Shooting Death Of Ahmaud Arbery
May 07, 2020 20:16 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MBToday, we examine the many layers to the shooting death of Ahmaud Arbery – from a conversation with one of the attorneys for Ahmaud Arbery's family, Benjamin Crump, to legal analysis from a local attorney based in Brunswick, Page Pate. Plus, former Georgia Chief Justice Leah Ward Sears discusses whether or not hate crime charges could be filed against the suspects in Arbery’s death. And finally, Yusef Salaam, a member of the exonerated Central Park Five, reflects on the case. See ...
For Those Coping With Addiction, Social Distancing And Isolation Presents Challenges
May 06, 2020 18:37 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MBNeil Campbell, the executive director of the Georgia Council on Substance Abuse and Beverly Ragland, Manager of the CARES Warm Line, discuss the challenges and resources for those in recovery and coping with substance use disorder during the COVID-19 pandemic. Plus, a conversation with DeKalb CEO Michael Thurmond about the county’s plans to distribute COVID-19 protective care kits to specific neighborhoods. And, Cole Thaler, co-founder of Paws Between Homes, shares how his organizat...
What Rights Do Georgia Employees Have As Many Return To Work?
May 05, 2020 18:17 - 52 minutes - 48 MBGeorgia's economy is now open for business. But, what rights do employees have, as some return back to work? A local employment attorney weighs in. Then, two local small business owners share how the COVID-19 pandemic is hurting the state’s horse industry. And, we hear how Georgia 4-H continues to serve students through online activities. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
From Essential Work To Online School, How COVID-19 Is Changing The Way We Live
May 04, 2020 18:08 - 51 minutes - 46.8 MBCopy: Public radio stations across the country recently teamed up to launch a new, live two-hour Saturday broadcast that invites listeners to share their experiences during the coronavirus crisis. The first program of the series, “America Amplified: Life, Community, and COVID-19,” launched last month with Rose Scott of Atlanta's WABE and Mina Kim of San Francisco's KQED, who hosted conversations examining how the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting the remote learning gap for the nation'...
As Georgia’s State Stay-At-Home Order Expires, Tybee Island Braces For A Spike In Tourism
May 01, 2020 18:56 - 53 minutes - 48.8 MBFollowing Georgia Governor Brian Kemp’s decision to allow the state’s stay-at-home order expire last night, WABE health reporter and host of the podcast “Did You Wash Your Hands?” Sam Whitehead joins us to discuss what’s next for Georgia. Plus, we hear how Tybee Island Mayor Shirley Sessions shares how her community is preparing for an increase in crowds. Also, a local developer shares why he is no longer collecting rent from his commercial tenants. And finally, we hear how the East...
How The COVID-19 Pandemic Is Heightening Hunger & Food-Insecurity
April 30, 2020 17:46 - 49 minutes - 45.2 MBRose Scott hosts a roundtable conversation on the challenges and solutions to addressing food security during COVID-19. Guests include: Jasmine Crowe, founder and CEO of Goodr Inc. Sagdrina Jalal, Senior Director of Programs and Partnerships at the Center for Civic Innovation and former founding Executive Director and current board member at the Georgia Farmer’s Market Association Lauren Cox, Georgia Organics’ Organic Procurement Coordinator Will Sellers, executive director o...
From K-12 To Higher Education, Conversations About COVID-19’s Effect On Georgia’s Classrooms
April 29, 2020 18:42 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MBToday’s program is part of an ongoing series of conversations examining the future effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on education in Georgia. We begin with a two-part conversation with Spelman College President Mary Schmidt Campbell and Oglethorpe University President Larry Schall, who will discuss how small, liberal arts colleges and historically black colleges have adapted with social distancing requirements. Then, Dr. Bronwyn Ragan-Martin, superintendent of the Early County Board ...
Georgia Business Owners Talk Decision To Re-Open Or Remain Closed
April 29, 2020 16:45 - 50 minutes - 46 MBTo open or not to open? That’s the question many business owners are facing in Georgia this week. We hear from two local business owners grappling with this question. First, Jamie and Aaron Russell, the owners of Poor Hendrix, share how their restaurant has adapted to a take-out only business model. Then, a conversation with Morris Smith, a local barber, on his decision to re-open his businesses. Plus a conversation with Grey Cohen, a local teen and co-founder of the Meal Bridge, an...
Labor Commissioner Explains How to Navigate Georgia's Unemployment System During The Pandemic
April 29, 2020 16:45 - 49 minutes - 44.9 MBGeorgia is now officially – partially – open for businesses. Still, some Georgians have questions about navigating the state’s jobless benefits. Georgia Labor Commissioner Mark Butler joins “Closer Look” host Rose Scott to answer listeners’ questions on applying for and receiving unemployment benefits during the COVID-19 pandemic. Plus, journalist and author Sylvia A. Harvey talks about the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on prisoners and their families as well as her new book, “The...
Closer Look: COVID-19's Impact on Public Libraries, Restaurants, and the Home-Sharing Industry
April 06, 2020 17:59 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MBFulton County Libraries remain closed because of COVID-19, but there are still resources available. Then, the Southeast regional policy director for Airbnb joins Rose to discuss the pandemic's impact on the short-term rental and home-sharing industry, And a local restaurant owner shares her strategies for staying in business.