Politically Georgia

Host Greg Bluestein spoke with AJC reporters Kelly Yamanouchi, Mark Niesse and Maya T. Prabhu about three major pieces of legislation and their likelihood of passing before the end of the legislative session.

Today, we’re celebrating one year of the Politically Georgia podcast! In this episode, host Greg Bluestein looks back at the last year in Georgia politics as heard on this podcast.

In this episode, host Greg Bluestein takes a call from AJC veteran Jim Galloway, and the two catch up on the latest news from Georgia’s 2019 legislative session. Bluestein and Galloway chat about the return of social legislation, the latest proposals for gambling in Georgia and a state takeover of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, and the fallout following an AJC-WSB investigation involving House Speaker David Ralston.

Host Greg Bluestein and the AJC's Gwinnett reporter Tyler Estep discuss everything you need to know – from the history to the logistics and politics – about Gwinnett County's historic transit referendum on March 19.

Host Greg Bluestein speaks with AJC investigative reporter Johnny Edwards about the recent AJC and WSB investigation that found that Georgia House Speaker David Ralston "appears to be misusing the power of his public office to benefit his private law practice." AJC health reporter Ariel Hart returned to the show to discuss Gov. Brian Kemp's recently unveiled Patients First Act.

Host Greg Bluestein and AJC Washington correspondent Tamar Hallerman discuss the latest in Georgia's 7th congressional district following Rob Woodall's announcement. Bluestein and AJC health reporter Ariel Hart discuss Gov. Brian Kemp's plan to seek Medicaid and Obamacare waivers for Georgia.

President Donald Trump will be delivering the State of the Union address on Feb. 5, and Stacey Abrams is set to deliver the Democrat State of the Union response. With Georgia Democrats finalizing plans and Republican lawmakers to keep an eye on, there will be plenty for you to watch on Tuesday. Host Greg Bluestein and the AJC’s Washington correspondent Tamar Hallerman break down what to know about the upcoming event and what to watch from Georgia politicians.

January’s almost over, but the year’s still getting started in Georgia politics. The inauguration of the state’s new leadership has passed and the 2019 legislative session is underway, but after a tumultuous election year in 2018, there will be plenty to watch in Georgia in 2019 and in the lead-up to the 2020 election cycle. In the latest episode of the Politically Georgia podcast, host Greg Bluestein and AJC Washington correspondent Tamar Hallerman discuss the biggest questions to watch throughout the rest of 2019 and what to keep your eye on ahead of the 2020 election season.

Host Greg Bluestein and AJC Political Insider Jim Galloway take a look at Brian Kemp’s first week as Georgia's governor, the opening days of the 2019 legislative session and the results of a new, exclusive AJC poll.

Host Greg Bluestein and statehouse veteran James Salzer preview Georgia’s 2019 Legislative Session and share what to watch for and everything you need to know before the 40-day session begins.

Host Greg Bluestein and AJC Georgia Politics Insider Jim Galloway reflect on Gov. Nathan Deal’s tenure leading the state and the legacy he will leave.

Host Greg Bluestein and The AJC's Washington correspondent Tamar Hallerman discuss 2018's top 10 stories in Georgia politics.

Host Greg Bluestein and The AJC's Tamar Hallerman analyze the end of the Georgia elections and discuss what's next.

Politically Georgia producer Bria Felicien and The AJC’s podcast specialist Jasmine Ellis provide election night dispatches from the campaign parties of Democrat Stacey Abrams and Republican Brian Kemp.

Host Greg Bluestein and The AJC's Tamar Hallerman discuss the latest overall in Georgia's midterm election results and provide a look at what's next in the governor's race.

Host Greg Bluestein and The AJC's Tamar Hallerman share a final update before Election Day and include what you should watch for throughout the day.

Host Greg Bluestein and The AJC's Washington correspondent Tamar Hallerman call in from the campaign trail to discuss the latest poll of Georgia voters, the possibilities of a runoff in the governor's race and provide more updates.

Host Greg Bluestein called in from the campaign trail in south Georgia to discuss the governor's race, state demographics, and how those demographics may play into statewide races. Head to politicallygeorgia.com for more coverage of statewide races, candidates and issues.

Politically Georgia producer Bria Felicien spoke with young voters about their level of political engagement and excitement leading up to November's election.

Host Greg Bluestein and The AJC's Mark Niesse take a look at early voting, the stories around voting issues and how candidates are responding to both.