Closer Look with Rose Scott

Also, track and field Olympic gold medalist Edwin Moses talks about an upcoming event to get children and their families physically active -- even during this pandemic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Plus, WABE health reporter and host of the podcast, “Did You Wash Your Hands?” Sam Whitehead talks about the latest White House Coronavirus Task Force report. Finally, Chad Gregory, region bank president for Wells Fargo, Kyle Waide, president and CEO of the Atlanta Community Food Bank and Tod Nichols, Director of Hapeville Parks and Recreation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Plus, Ravi Saligram, the CEO Newell Brands, shares his approach to social justice, diversity and inclusion and new policy changes at his organization. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Plus, Emma Seppälä, the science director of Stanford University’s Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education and the co-director Wellness at the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence, discusses a study she co-authored that reveals how a specific breathing technique could be helpful for people experiencing increased anxiety during the pandemic. And, Peter Roberts, a professor of org...

Plus, WABE legal analyst Page Pate discusses the week’s latest legal news. Also, an effort to help those in need of food has led one local woman, Latisha Springer, to create her own mutual aid organization to ight hunger, Free99Fridge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Plus, a California woman, Lili Trujillio, shares the story of her 16-year-old daughter Valentina, who was killed in a street racing accident. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ravi Saligram, the CEO Newell Brands, shares his approach to social justice, diversity and inclusion and new policy changes at his organization. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chief Justice of the Georgia Supreme Court, Leah Ward Sears and currently a partner at Smith, Gambrell & Russell law firm and Sonja West, Otis Brumby Distinguished Professor in First Amendment Law at The University of Georgia School of Law discuss the life and legal legacy of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg and what’s next when it comes to nominating her successor. Also, the United States is n...

Plus, an Airbnb host says there's a better solution then a proposed ordinance to ban short term rentals in Atlanta' residential neighborhoods. Also, actress Christine Adams on the influence of the late Congressman John Lewis and why she's involved with voter registration efforts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Plus, we learn more about the mission behind 21st century leaders with Isabella Caviness, a youth ambassador for 21st Century Leaders, Kate Hewitt, the organization's executive director and Professor Jacque-Corey Cormier, a 21st Century Leaders alumni and volunteer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Plus, Jack Hardin, co-founder of the Gateway Center and a co-chair of the Regional Commission on Homelessness, talks about efforts to help people who are facing eviction during the COVID-19 pandemic.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Plus, Christopher Walsh, Senior Program Manager of the Human Freedom and Women's Initiative at the George W. Bush Institute, discusses a new report, "Choose Freedom: Revitalizing American Support for Democracy and Human Rights in the 21st Century." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Plus, a new partnership between MARTA and Hope Atlanta aims to help unsheltered individuals seeking refuge on Atlanta’s transit system. Also, we revisit a previous conversation with US FDA Commissioner Stephen Hahn. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Plus, Emma Seppälä, the science director of Stanford University’s Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education and the co-director Wellness at the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence, discusses a study she co-authored that reveals how a specific breathing technique could be helpful for people experiencing increased anxiety during the pandemic. And, Lily Pabian, the executive direct...

Plus, WABE reporter Roxanne Scott provides an update on the 2020 Census, as the current deadline draws new. And, Southeast Atlanta community leaders from NPU-Y and NPU-Z share their outlook for the future of their neighborhoods. Guests include: Shirley Nichols, NPU-Z Vice-Chair, Chris McCord, NPU-Y Chair, Gloria Hawkins Wynn, NPU-Y community member and Michael Fears, an NPU-Z community member. See...

Plus, Andy Cole, editor-in-chief at the George Anne, Georgia Southern University’s student newspaper, shares what he is observing on his college campus at this time. Also, Walter Ley rejoins the program to discuss how his start-up, Branch, is working to inform voters about local races ahead of the November election. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Plus, for the first time in 40 years, the Beautiful restaurant closed for nearly 6 months due to the pandemic. Lucy Sims, the restaurant’s CFO, shares how this iconic eatery plans to reopen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guests include: Sizwe Chapman, editor-in-chief at the Maroon Tiger at Morehouse College, Jannat Batra, managing editor of The Technique At Georgia Tech, Andy Cole, editor-in-chief of the George-Anne at Georgia Southern University, Brooklyn Valera, editor-in-chief at Georgia State University's student newspaper The Signal, Lenah Allen, editor-in-chief at Valdosta State University's The Spectator, S...

Plus, how the yearly international pop culture and science fiction convention Dragon Con will adapt this weekend amid the pandemic. Also, a conversation with Tony Cade, the owner of Atlanta’s only Black-owned comic book store, on the legacy of Chadwick Boseman. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Plus, how a New-York-based company, CariClub, matches young black professionals with boards of non-profits. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First, Neil Campbell, Executive Director of the Georgia Council On Substance Abuse and Beverly Ragland, CARES Warm Line Manger at the Georgia Council On Substance Abuse, share how their organization is ramping up efforts to provide virtual recovery sessions and resources statewide. Then, Tom Morris, Associate Administrator for Rural Health Policy in the Health Resources and Services Administration...

First, the Rev. Dr. Neichelle Guidry, dean of Sisters Chapel and director of the WISDOM Center at Spelman College, shares how her campus ministry is rethinking Sunday services and the importance of her personal faith during this time. Then, Dema Mohammad Salih, president of the Muslim Student Association at the University of Georgia, describes how social-distancing guidelines have changed Friday p...

Plus, Cobb County School District Superintendent Chris Ragsdale talks about the decision to start the school year virtually. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Plus, DeKalb County CEO Michael Thurmond discusses a new $15 million program created to help small business owners during the COVID-19 pandemic.  Also, Marietta City Schools Superintendent Dr. Grant Rivera talks about what students, parents and teachers can expect when in-person instruction starts next month. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A local parent, Todd Hartel, shares why online learning poses for his son – a student with a disability. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.