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Twice a month, Mitch Leff, president of Leff & Associates Public Relations, offers his "4 Questions Journalist Spotlight, a conversation with a Georgia journalist. 4QJS dives into each journalist's background, their role at their current media outlet, beats and story interests, and talks about how public relations professionals can work with them, and stories on their radar. Then it gets fun! What's the coolest thing about them? What's their favorite book/podcast, favorite local getaway, hob ...
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Vettes of Atlanta Magazine covers America's Corvette lifestyle, with a focus on Atlanta's Corvette clubs and events. From C8.R racing to Vette owner stories to the National Corvette Restoration Society. We bring you the latest on America's sports car.
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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Molly Oak, WXIA TV/11Alive
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31:11This week, our "4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" shines Molly Oak, a general assignment / Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) at WXIA TV/11Alive in Atlanta. Coolest Thing About Molly: She used to play competitive beach volleyball and her dog (Roy) is trained as a therapy dog Last Podcast: "Good Hang" with Amy Poehler Last Book Read: "Everybody, Always" by…
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We talk with Clayton Cain, a Gwinnett kid who grew up swinging for the fences—first on the baseball field, now in the courtroom. From ballparks to bar exams, Clayton’s story is a southern original. He turned a love for sports into a life of advocacy, now helping athletes navigate contracts, concussions, and everything in between. Come for the homet…
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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with AR Shaw, Atlanta Daily World
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27:15This week, our "4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" shines on A.R. Shaw with the Atlanta Daily World. The Atlanta Daily World is the oldest black newspaper in Atlanta, founded in 1928. Currently owned by Real Times Inc., it publishes daily online. Coolest thing: The first article he ever wrote was in the fourth grade Last Podcast: The Business of Con…
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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Libby Allnatt, What Now Atlanta
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26:51This week, our "4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" shines on Libby Allnatt with What Now Atlanta. What Now Atlanta is part of a network of 32 sites across the US and Canada, focused on restaurant, retail, and real estate news. Coolest thing: She loves coffee shops and has an IG page where she reviews local shops (@atlcaffeinequeen) Last Podcast: We’…
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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Trevor Williams, Global Atlanta
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26:01This week, our "4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" shines on Trevor Williams, Global Atlanta. GlobalAtlanta covers international business and other news around Georgia, focusing on how the world connects to Georgia. Coolest Thing About Trevor: He loves going to estate sales, it's a family activity! Favorite Restaurant: Thumbs Up diner Favorite Getaw…
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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Brian Clark, The Georgia Sun
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22:54This week, our "4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" shines on Brian Clark, publisher of The Georgia Sun! The Georgia Sun is an online news outlet covering local news, business, and features across the state. Coolest Thing About Brian: He's a major history buff! Favorite Restaurant: Sidelines, family sports bar in Cobb and Cherokee Favorite Getaway: S…
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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Faith Jessie and Zach Merchant, 11Alive's "The Georgia Vote"
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40:18This week, our "4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" shines on Faith Jessie and Zack Merchant, hosts of "The Georgia Vote" on WXIA TV/11Alive. Their show covers Georgia politics and legislative topics, airs Sundays at 11 a.m., and is about to hit its one year anniversary. Coolest Thing About Faith – She has two first names, which is sometimes a thing!…
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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Anila Yoganathan, Atlanta Business Chronicle
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26:31This week, our "4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" shines on Anila Yoganathan with the Atlanta Business Chronicle. The Chronicle is a weekly newspaper covering business news in Atlanta, published by American City Business Journals. The paper has both a weekly print edition and an online edition. Coolest Thing About Anila: Her mother runs a pottery b…
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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Curt Yeomans, Gwinnett Daily Post
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27:10This week, our "4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" shines on Curt Yeomans, Senior Writer for the Gwinnett Daily Post. The Gwinnett Daily Post is the major newspaper in this north Atlanta county, one of the largest and fastest-growing counties in Georgia. Curt is currently the paper’s sole reporter and he covers just about everything … except sports!…
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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Kathleen Conway, Georgia Trend magazine
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27:53This week, our "4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" shines on Kathleen Conway, Managing Editor, Georgia Trend magazine. Georgia Trend is a monthly print and digital magazine, covering business topics, economic development topics, and all sorts of other issues from across the state. Each issue includes feature stories, columns, and special focuses on …
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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Michelle Havich, American City & County
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26:29This week, our "4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" shines on Michelle Havich, editor of American City & County. American City & County has been the voice of state and local government since 1909. The site serves city, county and state officials who are charged with developing and implementing government policy, programs and projects. It provides rea…
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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Writer Katja Ridderbusch
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30:19This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” shines on independent writer Katja Ridderbusch. We talked about all the different media outlets she works for (German Public Radio, Times of Israel, Welt, Spiegel, GABiz magazine, Georgia Public Broadcasting, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, WABE, Atlanta magazine, KFF health news, TIME, US News) a…
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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Tracy Green, WANF TV
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26:47This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” shines on Tracy Green, Senior Executive Producer with WANF TV, Atlanta News First. We talked about her role at the station, what makes WANF different from other stations in the market, and how public relations professionals can work with her team. Coolest Thing – She’s a Howard Stern superfan and sh…
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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Sammie Purcell, Rough Draft Atlanta
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27:02This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” shines on Sammie Purcell, Associate Editor covering the entertainment industry for Rough Draft Atlanta. We talked about her take on the state of the film industry in Georgia, and things she wants to cover over the next few months, including awards season, an interview with a great female studio owne…
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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Tyrik Wynn, Black Information Network
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27:15This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” shines on Tyrik Wynn, an anchor and reporter with the Black Information Network (BIN). Important Things to Know About Tyrik: Coolest Thing: Loves adventure, like roller coasters Favorite Local Restaurant: Maggiano's Last Book: Preparing CEOs for Success Favorite Non-Work Hobby: Fishing! Favorite Loc…
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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Stone Payton, Business Radio X
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27:23This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Stone Payton with Business Radio X, a nationwide network focused on promoting business experts! Important Things to Know About Stone: Coolest Thing: He chose two, his name (Stone) and the fact that he's a new grandfather Favorite Local Restaurant: Ippolito's italian restaurant Last Book: …
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Paint Gwinnett Pink with Dr. Debra Miller!
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16:54This podcast episode of The Guide To Gwinnett focuses on the event Paint Gwinnett Pink, which is a major annual event in Gwinnett County that celebrates breast cancer awareness and honors those affected. Nate McGill, one of the hosts, interviews Dr. Debra Miller, a medical professional with a strong involvement in the event.Dr. Miller shares her ba…
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Thousands gather, united for a cause, at the pink-adorned starting line of this annual tribute to Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The event not only raises awareness but also raises funds to support local cancer survivors and the Northside Hospital Gwinnett Breast Centers.By Story Road
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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Rachel Kellogg, Neighbor Newspapers
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23:15This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Rachel Kellogg, Bureau Chief for the Neighbor Newspapers.' Important Things to Know About Rachel: Coolest Thing: She's a big collector of video game themed stuffed animals Favorite Local Restaurant: Thai House in Roswell Last Book: Heart Full of Lies by Ann Rule (true crime writer) Favori…
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Exploring The World Of Gtechniq With Nathan Schutter
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18:46Among those seeking elite-level gloss and paint protection, the product of choice is often Gtechniq. Their family of products has been shown to produce a long-lasting protective coating for automotive, marine, and bicycle applications. Their high-tech nano coating provides a sacrificial layer that resists scuffs, minor scratches, dirt, road grime, …
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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Rebecca Grapevine, Healthbeat
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20:55This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Rebecca Grapevine, Atlanta Correspondent for HealthBeat, a new online media outlet focused on Atlanta and Georgia health issues. Important Things to Know About Rebecca: Coolest Thing: She loves being about and about and loves all the events around Atlanta. Before she was a journalist, she…
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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Leroy Chapman, Atlanta Journal-Constitution
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24:10This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Leroy Chapman, Editor in Chief of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Important Things to Know About Leroy: Coolest Thing: He's an amateur barber Favorite Local Restaurants: Fellini's pizza, Bones Restaurant Last Book: "His Name is George Floyd" by Washington Post journalists Robert Samuels…
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4 Questions Journalist Spotlight with Mark Arum, the Mark Arum Show, WSB Radio
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28:10This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Mark Arum, host of the Mark Arum Show on WSB Radio. Listen Monday - Friday from 9 am to Noon. Important Things to Know About Mark: Coolest Thing: He's got a great baseball card collection Favorite Local Restaurant: LaGrotta Last Book: "Tell It True" by John Pruitt Favorite Non-Work Hobby:…
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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Gus Valdes, CNN Espanol
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23:23This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Gustavo Valdes, producer and anchor for CNN Espanol. Important Things to Know About Gustavo: Coolest Thing: "I get paid to do what I like to do! I love doing journalism." Favorite Local Restaurant: Taco Veloz on Buford Highway Last Book: The Teacher, a great mystery novel Favorite Non-Wor…
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4 Questions Journalist Spotlight with Chuck Reece, Salvation South
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22:06This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Chuck Reece, co-founder of Salvation South, a digital publication celebrating the culture of the American South, though stories, poetry, and podcasts. Important Things to Know About Chuck: Coolest Thing: He was at the University of Georgia at the height of the '80s music scene! Favorite L…
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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Luis Estrada, Telemundo Atlanta
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34:57This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Luis Estrada, Anchor/Reporter with Telemundo Atlanta. This is our first bi-lingual episode, with Estrada talking with host Mitch Leff in both English and Spanish. Important Things to Know About Luis: Coolest Thing: He's a bad singer, but he's trying to be better! Favorite Local Restaurant…
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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Gabriel Stovall, Newton County Journal
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20:51This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Gabriel Stovall, founder of the Newton County Journal. Important Things to Know About Gabriel: Coolest Thing: He's a Pastor and his son is top-ranked in Taekwondo Favorite Local Restaurant: The Town House Cafe in Covington Last Book: "Think Life A Freak" by Stephen J. Dubner and Steven Le…
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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Zoe Seiler, Decaturish
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25:40This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Zoe Seiler, Assistant Editor at Decaturish.com. Important Things to Know About Zoe: Coolest Thing About Zoe: She's played soccer all her life Favorite Local Restaurant: Pastries A Go Go Last Book: "The Good Part” by Sophie Cousens Favorite Non-Work Hobby: Gardening Favorite Local Getaway:…
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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Pamela Kirkland, Georgia Public Broadcasting
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26:10This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Pamela Kirkland, Host of Morning Edition on Georgia Public Broadcasting. Important Things to Know About Pamela: Coolest Thing About Pamela: Used to be a big runner, has run several marathons and half-marathons, and wants to get back to it Favorite Local Restaurant: Upbeat on Howell Mill R…
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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Mike Jordan Atlanta Journal-Constitution
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24:56This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Mike Jordan, the new Senior Editor, Black Culture Reporting, for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Important Things to Know About Mike: Coolest Thing About Ryan: He's a finalist for a James Beard Award ... for the second year in a row! Favorite Local Restaurant: Mujo Atlanta Last Podcast:…
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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Ryan Dennis, PeachPopFive
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22:29This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Ryan Dennis, producer and Host of Peach Pop Five! You might know Ryan and one of the founders of the A-Scene entertainment franchise on WXIA TV. Peach Pop Five is an entertainment-focused website that covers film and television, music, business, life, and gaming. Important Things to Know …
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Dan Long Talks About Superformance & The 1963 Corvette Grand Sport
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20:23The 1963 Grand Sport is the stuff of legend among the Corvette faithful. The year was 1962, and Corvette's Chief Engineer, Zora Arkus-Duntov, was tired of losing. Chevrolet had been getting its backside kicked by Carroll Shelby and his Ford Cobras on road courses. At this point, Zora had enough, so he began secretly developing a lightweight race ca…
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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Beth McKibben, Rough Draft Atlanta
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24:44This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Beth McKibben, food and dining editor for Rough Draft Atlanta. She joined recently after many years with Eater Atlanta and will be writing for all of Rough Draft’s newspapers, plus their weekly “Side Dish” newsletter every Thursday. Beth talks with us about the things that make a story of…
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Talking To Frank Sancineto - The National Chair For The 30th Anniversary Caravan
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14:12They say all roads lead to the National Corvette Museum. That's especially true this August 29th - 31st, 2024, during the 30th Anniversary Caravan to Bowling Green. Every five years, the fiberglass faithful trek to the Museum from the four corners of the country and beyond. Organizing a national caravan with thousands of cars takes an experienced l…
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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Scott Kimbler, Georgia News Network
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22:10This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Scott Kimbler, Executive Producer with the Georgia News Network! GNN is a network of more than 180 radio stations across Georgia, providing news content to their member stations. Important Things to Know About Scott: Coolest Thing About Scott: Has an extensive collection of jazz albums th…
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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Abby Kousouris, WANF TV
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21:56This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Abby Kousouris with WANF TV! Abby is the state reporter for the station, which means you'll see her stories on Gray TV stations across Georgia (and beyond). Important Things to Know About Abby: Coolest Thing: She loves to go hiking around Atlanta Last Book Read: "It Ends with Us" by Colle…
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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Audrey Galex, AIB Network
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20:54This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Audrey Galex with the AIB Network! Important Things to Know About Audrey: Coolest Thing: She runs a Facebook page called the "Abandoned Mattress Project" Last Podcast: Hidden Brain Favorite Local Restaurants: Cafe Alsace, Pastries A Go Go Favorite Local Getaway: Tin Roof Cantina Favorite …
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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Tracie Morse, North Atlanta Fitlife magazine
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18:33This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Tracie Morse, owner/publisher of North Atlanta Fitlife magazine in Atlanta. Important Things to Know About Tracie: Coolest Thing: She loves to dance! Last Books Read: "Henderson House" by Caren Simpson McVicker, "Go-Giver" by Bob Burg and John David Mann Favorite Local Restaurant: Rumi's …
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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Marlon Hyde, WABE Radio
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21:42This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Marlon Hyde, business reporter with WABE Radio in Atlanta. Topics he’s looking at for upcoming stories: Electric vehicles, economics during the election year, tech companies in Georgia, VR companies, housing and interest rates, Important Things to Know About Marlon: Coolest Thing: Collect…
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Dave Lezotte - The Voice of the Gwinnett Stripers Baseball Team
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25:54Do you want to be a hero at your next Corvette meeting? How might you ask? Invariably, sometime during your next meeting, someone will ask, "Does anyone have any suggestions for a club activity?" Raise your hand and suggest catching a game at the nearby minor league baseball stadium. If you're in Atlanta, the Gwinnett Stripers at Coolray Field is t…
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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Audrey Washington, WSB TV
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30:35This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Audrey Washington, a general assignment reporter and anchor at WSB TV in Atlanta. Important Things to Know About Audrey: Coolest thing: She loves anything live, live performances, live music, and she loves to cook ... especially cooking fish. Last Book Read: Protect Your Peace by Trent Sh…
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Sam Mahdavi, The Host Of Sam's Garage, Shares His Remarkable Career
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32:03It's hard to imagine someone in the automotive hobby not knowing of Sam Mahdavi and his popular Sam's Garage Show on MotorTrend TV. This master mechanic has shown hundreds of thousands of automotive enthusiasts how to diagnose and repair their vehicle problems over the years. Whether on his popular syndicated TV show or his years on the radio with …
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Planning and Development in Gwinnett w/ Director Matthew Dickison
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32:45Matthew Dickison was appointed Director of the Department of Planning and Development in May 2023. He first joined the Planning and Development Department in 2021 as Deputy Director and was promoted to Assistant Director in 2022. In his new role, Matt will provide leadership and strategic direction to all divisions within the department.Prior to jo…
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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Josh Green, UrbanizeATL
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24:29This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” focuses on Josh Green, editor of UrbanizeATL, an online media outlet that covers real estate and development around the metro Atlanta area. UrbanizeATL is part of a family of online media outlets across the US and in Canada. Important Things to Know About Josh: Coolest thing: Just published his firs…
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"4 Questions Journalist Spotlight" with Rebecca Grapevine, Atlanta Business Chronicle
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23:07This week, our “4 Questions Journalist Spotlight” podcast focuses on Rebecca Grapevine, a staff writer with the Atlanta Business Chronicle. She covers healthcare, higher education, startups, and venture capital. Important Things to Know About Rebecca: She loves history, in fact she’s got her Ph.D. in History and taught it before getting into journa…
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