Peachpod: A Georgia Politics Podcast
297 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★ - 35 ratingsWelcome to PeachPod, a podcast about Georgia politics.
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Loeffler, Perdue Throw SOS Raffensperger Under the Bus
November 15, 2020 16:38 - 53 minutes - 48.6 MBOn today's podcast, Luke and Kyle discuss efforts by Senators Kelly Loeffler and David Perdue to create skepticism over the election outcome as a tool to motivate their base for the runoff.
Joe Biden on the Brink of Flipping Georgia, Becoming President
November 06, 2020 16:28 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MBKyle is joined by Nabilah Islam and Josh White to recap what we know about the results of the 2020 election.
Our Final Word on the 2020 Election
November 03, 2020 13:23 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBLuke and Kyle give their final thoughts on the 2020 election, including the touch message that Donald Trump, David Perdue, and Republicans have to run on.
Excerpt: Jonathan Wallace Makes a Bid to Return to the State House
October 31, 2020 02:24 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBKyle interviews Jonathan Wallace, Democratic candidate for State House in HD 119.
Biden has a bold climate plan. He should talk about it!
October 31, 2020 02:04 - 56 minutes - 51.3 MBOn today's podcast, Kyle and Nabilah talk about that bold plan to address climate change Joe Biden is hiding. And Kyle interviews Jonathan Wallace, Democratic candidate for State House in HD 119.
Can Democrats Take Control of the Georgia House of Representatives?
October 27, 2020 18:10 - 57 minutes - 52.4 MBOn today's podcast, Kyle and Luke recap the final presidential debate and talk about the race for control of the State House.
Senate Debate Dominated by Collins and Loeffler Sniping
October 22, 2020 01:40 - 53 minutes - 48.9 MBKyle and Nabilah break down the Atlanta Press Club debate between Senator Kelly Loeffler, Congressman Doug Collins, Reverend Raphael Warnock, Matt Lieberman, Ed Tarver, and Brian Slowinski.
Perdue and Ossoff Bring Negative Message to Debate
October 19, 2020 15:35 - 1 hour - 71.7 MBOn today's episode, we recap Atlanta Press Club debates in the Perdue Senate race and Georgia's 6th and 7th congressional district races. We also discuss the fallout from David Perdue's mocking of Kamala Harris' name and competitive Senate races across the South.
Jon Ossoff Drives Anti-Corruption Message in Senate Campaign Ads
October 14, 2020 13:27 - 1 hour - 56.4 MBOn today's episode, we break down the messages behind some of Jon Ossoff's campaign ads as he seeks to unseat Georgia Senator David Perdue. We also discuss the latest polling in the Georgia Senate race and reflect on the Vice Presidential Debate.
Tracking Anti-Immigrant Political Ads in the 2020 Cycle
October 13, 2020 13:33 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBOn today’s show, we are joined by Mario Carillo and Zac Mueller from America’s Voice to talk about racist ads targeted at immigrants in the 2020 campaign cycle.
Perdue Ads Highlight Two Prong Campaign Strategy
October 08, 2020 00:16 - 1 hour - 56.8 MBOn today's show, Kyle and Luke discuss the advertising strategy of Senator Perdue's campaign for re-election. We also reflect on the news that President Trump and Melania Trump tested positive for COVID-19.
Trump Makes the First Debate Incomprehensible
October 02, 2020 19:46 - 55 minutes - 51.1 MBKyle and Luke are joined by Josh White to react to the first presidential debate of 2020.
Trump Nominates Amy Coney Barrett for the Supreme Court
October 01, 2020 14:37 - 56 minutes - 51.6 MBOn today’s podcast, we’re joined by our favorite legal analyst Tori Slatton to discuss the legacy of Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s legal career and the nomination of Amy Coney Barrett to succeed her on the nation’s highest court.
Democrats Tell Matt Lieberman to Get Out
September 30, 2020 14:29 - 1 hour - 56.3 MBKyle and Luke discuss whether the nomination of Amy Coney Barrett will galvanize conservative voters and the demands from Democrats that Matt Lieberman exit the Senate race.
Loeffler and Collins Offer Sharp Reactions to the Death of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
September 22, 2020 13:46 - 1 hour - 57.6 MBOn today's podcast, Kyle and Luke discuss the political implications of the passing of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
Richard Dien Winfield Calls for a New Social Bill of Rights in Campaign for Senate
September 21, 2020 12:30 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBOn today’s show, we talk with Richard Dien Winfield, a Democratic candidate for the U.S. Senate running for the seat currently held by Georgia Senator Kelly Loeffler.
Nurse Alleges a Human Rights Crisis at Georgia Detention Center
September 18, 2020 01:08 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBOn today's podcast, we discuss a whistleblower report filed by an ICE detention nurse that alleges inhumane treatment of detained immigrants. We also follow up on last week's Labor Day discussion with news that Georgia Democratic campaign staffers are unionizing. And Erikka Williams, District Attorney candidate in Houston County, joins for an interview about her campaign.
State of the Labor Movement in Georgia
September 13, 2020 16:07 - 1 hour - 58.6 MBOn today's podcast, we discuss the challenges that face Georgia workers, allegations that 1,000 people double voted in the June primary, and the latest on Georgia's two Senate races.
Are Republicans Doing Enough to Hold onto Georgia?
September 03, 2020 23:49 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MBKyle and Luke recap the RNC and discuss whether Republican efforts to reach Black voters and white moderate voters is enough to hold onto control of Georgia.
Recapping the Democratic National Convention
August 24, 2020 16:27 - 45 minutes - 42 MBMegan and Luke recap last week's Democratic National Convention.
Kamala Harris: Vice President For the People
August 13, 2020 22:13 - 56 minutes - 51.3 MBOn today's show, we discuss Joe Biden's selection of Kamala Harris as his running mate. We also recap the results of Tuesday's primary runoffs.
Kelly Loeffler Doubles Down on Trump's Racist Grievance Politics
August 10, 2020 21:37 - 1 hour - 62.1 MBOn today's podcast, Luke and Kyle talk about Sen. Kelly Loeffler's embrace of Trump's brand of racist grievance politics. We also check-in on the latest Congressional action (or inaction) on COVID relief.
Candidate Conversations: Lisa Campbell, Democratic Candidate for HD-35
August 07, 2020 00:45 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MBOn today's podcast, we continue our conversation series with candidates for the Georgia legislature. Today, we talk with Lisa Campbell, a Democratic candidate in State House District 35, covering parts of Kennesaw and Acworth.
Remembering John Lewis
July 31, 2020 18:38 - 55 minutes - 50.4 MBOn today’s podcast, the podcast crew remembers the legacy of Georgia Congressman John Lewis and checks in on the latest on the COVID-19 pandemic.
William Hughes is Running for State House in Cherokee County
July 21, 2020 13:19 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MBWilliam Hughes, Democratic candidate for State House in HD 21, joins the podcast to discuss his campaign.
Deborah Gonzalez Wins Lawsuit to Keep DA Race on the Ballot
July 06, 2020 13:49 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBOn today’s podcast, we talk with Deborah Gonzalez, a candidate for District Attorney in the Western Judicial Circuit covering Athens-Clarke and Oconee counties. We talked with Deborah about her candidacy for DA in December, but since then, Deborah has filed and won a lawsuit that prevented the Governor from cancelling the 2020 DAs race by appointing a replacement to the outgoing DA Ken Mauldin. We talked with Deborah about this lawsuit and how she sees the role of District Attorney in respond...
Luisa Wakeman is Running for the State House
July 06, 2020 11:56 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBOn today’s podcast, we continue our candidates conversation series with Luisa Wakeman, a Democratic candidate for House District 43.
Sarah Beeson is Running for State Senate
July 02, 2020 15:49 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBOn today's podcast, we continue our candidate conversations series with Sarah Beeson, a Democratic candidate for State Senate District 56.
Recapping the 2020 Legislative Session
June 30, 2020 19:28 - 59 minutes - 54.2 MBOn today's podcast, we recap the final days of a 2020 session for the history books. Session was delayed by nearly 3 months for the COVID-19 pandemic. But upon the legislature's brief return, they passed a hate crimes bill and cut $2.2 billion from the state budget.
Sara Tindall Ghazal is Running for State House
June 26, 2020 18:17 - 30 minutes - 28 MBSara Tindall Ghazal joins the podcast to tell us about her campaign for State House District 45 and what needs to be done between now and November to avoid another election administration meltdown.
Rep. Park Cannon on Solutions to Police Brutality
June 19, 2020 14:50 - 33 minutes - 31 MBMegan talks with Representative Park Cannon (D-Atlanta) about the message demonstrations against police brutality are sending to lawmakers and a landmark Supreme Court ruling that offers sweeping discrimination protections to LGBTQ people.
Recapping Georgia's Chaotic Primaries
June 15, 2020 13:08 - 1 hour - 63.9 MBLast week, Georgians battled lines, technical difficulties, and confusion to cast their ballots in the state’s Congressional, state and local primary races. We talk about the breakdown in administration of Tuesday’s election and the results in Georgia’s Senate and Congressional races.
Demanding Action Following the Murder of George Floyd
June 12, 2020 19:43 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBOn today’s podcast, we talk about demonstrations in response to the police murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis and the demonstrations that followed. These demonstrators have demanded that policymakers at all levels of government take action to stop police violence against Black Americans and break down institutions of systemic racism and oppression in our society. So we discuss a path forward for policymakers in Georgia and across the nation.
Mokah Jasmine Johnson on Police Accountability and Her Campaign for State House
June 12, 2020 19:27 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MBOn today's episode, we talk with Mokah Jasmine Johnson, a candidate for the State House in District 117, about her campaign for the state legislature and her view on solutions to police accountability.
State Rep. Erick Allen on House Democrats' Agenda on Police Accountability
June 12, 2020 19:22 - 16 minutes - 14.9 MBOn today's podcast, you'll hear from State Representative Erick Allen (D-Smyrna) about House Democrats' agenda to increase police accountability following the murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis.
District Attorney Candidate Destiny Bryant on Combatting Police Misconduct and Reforming the Criminal Justice System
June 12, 2020 19:19 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MBOn today's podcast, you'll hear from Destiny Bryant, a candidate for District Attorney in the Alcovy Judicial Circuit, covering Newton and Walton counties. Megan talked with Destiny about the message she is hearing from demonstrators following the murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis and her view of how the criminal justice system should be reformed.
Sarah Riggs Amico Discusses Police Brutality and COVID Response
June 04, 2020 22:53 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBDemocratic Senate candidate Sarah Riggs Amico joins the podcast to discuss solutions to improve policing practices and the government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Georgia Supreme Court Affirms Justices' Gaming of Election Calendar
May 25, 2020 23:51 - 1 hour - 64.2 MBOn today's podcast, we discuss a recent ruling from the state Supreme Court that affirms the ability of the Court's Justices to game the state's constitution and cancel judicial elections. Then we preview the Senate and Congressional primaries coming on June 9th. And Research Intern Olivia Bauer joins the podcast to discuss her research on rural development.
Breaking Down the Law and Policy in the Murder of Ahmaud Arbery
May 19, 2020 16:03 - 1 hour - 67.4 MBOn today's podcast, we break down the implications of the law and policy for the coming grand jury proceedings in the murder of Ahmaud Arbery. We also discuss the state budget situation facing lawmakers when they return to Atlanta next month. See the Bitter Southerner for an excellent piece about the claim Arbery's family can make to Georgia's coastal communities and what was lost in his passing. Check out Zak Cheney-Rice's reflections on parenthood in the wake of the shooting. Read ab...
Campaigns Adapt Amidst the Coronavirus Crisis
April 28, 2020 21:59 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBOn today’s podcast, we learn about how campaigns are pivoting to engage voters digitally amidst the coronavirus crisis.
Rep. Becky Evans Discusses Legislating and Campaigning Amidst the Coronavirus
April 25, 2020 12:58 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MBMegan talks with Rep. Becky Evans about what Georgia needs to do to be prepared to re-open businesses and what it's like to campaign during a pandemic.
Governor Kemp Takes a Risky Bet on Re-Opening Businesses
April 25, 2020 12:54 - 54 minutes - 49.7 MBOn today's podcast, we talk about Gov. Kemp's risky bet that he can allow close-contact businesses like nail salons, tattoo parlors, and hair salons to re-open without increasing the spread of COVID-19.
Gaps in Kemp's Stay-At-Home Order Anger Local Officials
April 09, 2020 13:55 - 59 minutes - 54.3 MBOn today's podcast, we continue our discussion on the state and federal response to the Coronavirus crisis, including the Governor's statewide stay-at-home order and the frustration it has created for local officials. We also look at the scrutiny over trades made in Georgia Senator Kelly Loeffler's stock portfolio in the lead up to the crisis.
Women's History Month Special Episode
April 01, 2020 00:08 - 49 minutes - 45.2 MBMegan is joined by Tori Slatton, Olivia Bauer, Kelly Dobso, and Payeton Childers to discuss important policies that protect women in honor of Women's History Month.
As Coronavirus Spreads, Leaders Weigh Public Health Response Against the Economy
March 31, 2020 13:25 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MBOn today's podcast, we talk about an emerging debate weighing the merits of an aggressive public health response aimed at slowing the spread of COVID-19 against the impact that such aggressive responses have on the economy.
Governments Respond as Coronavirus Grinds Georgia Life to a Halt
March 20, 2020 18:21 - 59 minutes - 54.1 MBOn today's podcast, we discuss the reactions of Governor Kemp, the legislature, and local governments across Georgia to the Coronavirus pandemic. We also assess where the Democratic presidential primary stands as future primary elections are delayed and Biden maintains a large delegate lead.
House Republicans Pass Risky Flat Tax
March 13, 2020 00:13 - 1 hour - 56.4 MBOn this episode, we discuss Republicans in the Georgia House making a big show of restoring the Governor's budget cuts while pursuing their own risky budget ideas. Then we check in on legislation at play as we near crossover day. Note: This was recorded before crossover day and before it was announced that the legislature would suspend operations in response to the spread of COVID-19.
Biden Dominates Super Tuesday
March 07, 2020 17:38 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MBThe team recaps Biden's dominance of Super Tuesday elections.
Biden Emerges as Only Bernie Alternative
March 02, 2020 13:37 - 53 minutes - 49.1 MBWe discuss Joe Biden’s victory in South Carolina, making him likely the only viable alternative to a Bernie Sanders nomination. Then we discuss issues with the rollout of Georgia’s new voting machines, which debut for the Democratic presidential primary on March 24th.
Bloomberg's Billions Earns Him Validation from Georgia Politicians
February 19, 2020 13:09 - 52 minutes - 48.5 MBOn today's podcast, we discuss former Republican New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg's campaign spending that has enabled his polling surge in the Democratic presidential primary. We also look at moves in the Georgia House to restore some of Gov. Kemp's proposed spending cuts and the re-emergence of the religious liberty debate.