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The Decaturish Download

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Each week, the Decaturish team brings you the latest local news, in-depth interviews, and conversations with the people shaping our community. From breaking headlines to the stories behind them, The Decaturish Download keeps you informed, connected, and part of the conversation.

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The DL: What's next for the DeKalb County School District? 23.01.2026 33:30

DeKalb County Schools has been rocked again after its former superintendent, who is already under federal indictment, was arrested after allegedly choking his wife during an argument. Superintendent Devon Horton's indictment and subsequent resignation led to numerous questions about the board's judgment in hiring him. Our guests for this episode are Verdaillia Turner, President of the Georgia Fede...

What's going on here? Discussing City Schools of Decatur's controversial early learning center project 16.01.2026 33:35

Jessica Cino with Save Decatur Schools and Education Reporter Jim Bass answer your questions about school closures and a proposed early childhood learning center in City Schools of Decatur

State Sen. Kim Jackson answers your questions about the Georgia Legislature 09.01.2026 31:00

State Senator Kim Jackson joined this week's edition of the Decaturish Download to talk about the upcoming legislative session. Topics included the Minneapolis ICE shooting incident, the recent indictments of Democratic state legislators, and a preview of the upcoming legislative session.

DeKalb County CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson Joins the Show 19.12.2025 37:15

Lorraine Cochran-Johnson joins The Decaturish Download for an in-depth conversation about leadership, local government and the issues shaping DeKalb County. From navigating growth and infrastructure challenges to public safety, housing and community priorities, Cochran-Johnson discusses her vision for the county and what residents should expect in the year ahead. The interview offers insight into...

The Exit Interview with Decatur Mayor Patti Garrett 12.12.2025 37:35

Mayor Patti Garrett was elected to the #DecaturGA city commission in 2009 and has served as the city's mayor since 2016. On this episode of the Decaturish Download, she's reflecting on her time as mayor and where the city is headed.

DeKalb County Commissioner Robert Patrick Discuss Data Centers, AI and More 05.12.2025 31:48

DeKalb County District 1 Commissioner Robert Patrick joined the Decaturish Download to talk about data centers, AI, the DeKalb Peachtree Airport, and more. The Decaturish DL airs every Thursday at 7 p.m. on YouTube and Facebook Live. Visit and support Decaturish online at HERE

A local expert answers YOUR questions about artificial intelligence 21.11.2025 27:55

Welcome to The Decaturish Download! This week, we are joined by Emory professor David Schweidel, an AI and marketing expert, to help readers navigate this complex topic. Visit and support Decaturish online at HERE

Local journalist and columnist George Chidi joins for Episode 1 17.11.2025 29:18

In the premiere episode of Decaturish's new weekly streaming show and podcast, host Dan Whisenhunt sits down with journalist George Chidi for a candid, wide-ranging conversation about the stories shaping DeKalb County. Chidi brings his trademark insight to the biggest headlines of the week, offering context, analysis and the on-the-ground perspective that has made his reporting essential to reader...