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Atlanta run-off elections! It’s down to the wire. Tune in to find out the latest on Andre Dickens v Felicia Moore and where things stand in the race. Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 30.  Not sure who you’re voting for? Watch Saba’s one-on-one interview with the candidates: Andre Dickens Felicia Moore   Also on today’s pod, we talk about a bill in the New York City Council that would grant...

Updated Politics: ATL Mayor's Race, Buckhead, Gwinnett, Gerrymandering Welcome to another episode of your favorite political podcast – Where The Party At! I’m your host Saba Long. It’s a holiday week but there’s no such thing as a holiday when it’s election season.  In today’s podcast, we break down the latest on the 2021 Atlanta mayor’s race (hint: Felicia Moore is throwing away her shot). W...

Welcome to another episode of Where The Party At? If this is your first time, thank you for tuning in! Be sure to hit the subscribe button so you can be notified when we drop new content.  Today we‘re talking about three big things. Inflation: It‘s not your imagination. Everything is expensive.  Atlanta Election: Affordable housing is the real #1 issue. Gwinnett County: Republicans have...

Where The Party At? is excited to continue our “Who Runs Atlanta” series of interviews with the runoff candidates for mayor, city council, and school board.  Liliana is a Millennial running (for a second time) to be the next District 5 Atlanta councilmember. This time it’s an open seat because the current councilmember is running for council president. In this interview, Liliana talks about b...

Today, Saba breaks down the Atlanta election results, what happened to Democrats in Virginia, Biden's infrastructure bill, and a recent move by the Federal Election Commission that could shift American politics.  Stay up-to-date on the show: https://linktr.ee/wherethepartyatpod To keep up with Where The Party At?, connect with us on Instagram or Twitter. Stay tuned and get informed! We are la...

Atlanta voters – Election Day is here. Tuesday, November 2nd.  This is A Quick Note Before You Vote, where our host Saba gives you one last thought before election day and also some facts and information on the Atlanta School Board. Oh and Where the interview at? 🤷🏾‍♂️we interviewed all but one of the top 5 candidates 👀 To keep up with Where The Party At?, connect with us on Instagram or T...

Jereme Sharpe  Where The Party At? is excited to bring you “Who Runs Atlanta,” a series of interviews with the candidates for mayor, city council, and school board.  Jereme Sharpe is a Millennial, local activist, downtown dweller, and first time candidate for Atlanta City Council Post 1 At-Large. In this interview, you’ll hear Jereme talk about why and how Atlanta should prioritize bicyc...

Alfred “Shivy” Brooks Where The Party At? is excited to bring you “Who Runs Atlanta,” a series of interviews with the candidates for mayor, city council, and school board.  Alfred or, as most people call him, Shivy is a school teacher. He’s the kind of teacher you wish you had in school — relatable, stylish, and knowledgeable. He’s hoping that translates into votes as he tries to unseat a pol...

Where The Party At? is excited to bring you “Who Runs Atlanta,” a series of interviews with the candidates for mayor, city council, and school board.  Michael Julian Bond is the Post 1 At-Large Atlanta Councilmember. The son of civil rights legend Julian Bond, Michael has been in and around politics his entire life. He’s also in his second consecutive fight to keep his council seat.  In...

Let Us Teach You about These Polls (not poles!) {SABA JOKE 😆} Welcome Back to Where the Party At?! How do you read a poll? What are the different types of polls? What is the Bradley Effect? Political polls can seem complex. You’ve got questions. We’ve got answers. Who gets polled, when are they polled, how are they are polled, who pays for the poll? These can all impact the poll results  In...

Ep. 8 – Mike Russell Where The Party At? is excited to bring you “Who Runs Atlanta,” a series of interviews with the candidates for mayor, city council, and school board.  Mike Russell is an Atlanta political newcomer running to be city council president. He’s also a former military police officer and a self-proclaimed “common sense conservative.”  In this interview, you’ll hear Mike tal...

Ep. 7 – Courtney English Where The Party At? is excited to bring you “Who Runs Atlanta,” a series of interviews with the candidates for mayor, city council, and school board.  Courtney English is a candidate for Atlanta City Council President. He previously served as chair of the Atlanta Board of Education, becoming chair at 28-years-old.  In this interview, you’ll hear Courtney talk abo...

Ep. 6 – Doug Shipman Where The Party At? is excited to bring you “Who Runs Atlanta,” a series of interviews with the candidates for mayor, city council, and school board. Doug Shipman has never run for elected office but he’s no stranger to the city. He worked with then Mayor Shirley Franklin to create the Center for Civil and Human Rights. He most recently was the CEO of the Woodruff Arts Center....

Ep. 5 – Natalyn Mosby Archibong Where The Party At? is excited to bring you “Who Runs Atlanta,” a series of interviews with the candidates for mayor, city council, and school board. Natalyn Mosby Archibong is a native Atlantan and a veteran on the City Council, representing District 5 for twenty years now. Instead of seeking re-election, Natalyn decided to make the leap to council president. In th...

Welcome Back to Where the Party At?! Today, we are here to inform you about the role and function of the Council President. Because this race is as important as the mayoral race! SO... WHY IS THE COUNCIL PRESIDENT IMPORTANT?  WHAT DOES THE COUNCIL PRESIDENT DO?  WHO’S RUNNING? There are four people running for council president & We have interviews with each of the candidates. Subscr...

Ep. 4 — Felicia Moore   Where The Party At? is excited to bring you “Who Runs Atlanta,” a series of interviews with the candidates for mayor, city council, and school board.  Felicia Moore is currently the Atlanta City Council President. She previously served as the District 9 city council member and was a council aide.  In Atlanta, a council president has never successfully made th...

Ep. 3 - Sharon Gay  Where The Party At? Is excited to bring you “Who Runs Atlanta,” a series of interviews with the candidates for mayor, city council, and school board.  Sharon Gay is one of the most successful attorneys in town, leading the Atlanta office of Dentons. She may not be a household name but she’s no stranger to local politics, having worked behind the scenes on some of the...

Ep. 2 – Antonio Brown  Where The Party At? Is excited to bring you “Who Runs Atlanta,” a series of interviews with the candidates for mayor, city council, and school board.  Antonio Brown is the District 3 council-member and a candidate for mayor of Atlanta. Elected to the City Council just two years ago, Antonio shares how he went from having zero knowledge of the legislative process to...

Ep. 1 Andre Dickens   Where The Party At? Is excited to bring you “Who Runs Atlanta,” a series of interviews with the candidates for mayor, city council, and school board.  Andre Dickens is the Post 3 At-Large Atlanta City Councilman and a candidate for mayor of Atlanta. In this interview, Andre sits down with Saba to talk about growing up in Atlanta, why he switched from running for re-...

Where The Party At? is your political podcast for the Atlanta municipal elections and more.  Find out why Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms isn’t running for re-election, who’s running for mayor, who’s backing them, and why you need to vote in the 2021 elections.  Subscribe and tune in for our “Who Runs Atlanta,” series of interviews with the candidates for mayor, city council, and school board...

Where The Party At? is a bipartisan political platform created to engage inactive voters and provoke action. We do this by educating our audience weekly on the current state of politics, introducing elected officials, breaking down legislation, and advocating for change. Hosted by Saba Long, an Atlanta-based political strategist, community organizer, media, and communication consultant, this podca...