Closer Look with Rose Scott
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Refugee resettlement disrupted in Georgia following Trump’s executive action; Georgia Equality critical of multiple “anti-LGBTQ bills”
49 mins; March 17, 2025
Feedback Friday: ‘Closer Look’ callers discuss states shouldering responsibilities of DOE
50 mins; March 14, 2025
Analysis of the Courts’ legal response to Trump’s executive actions; Impact of DOE funding cuts on The Scholarship Academy
49 mins; March 13, 2025
Lawyer shares the risks of involving AI with health insurance claim processing; Piloting the Journey: State Rep. Mary Margaret Oliver
51 mins; March 12, 2025
How AI is impacting health insurance claims; Trump actions confuse college government classes
51 mins; March 11, 2025
Recap of Georgia’s Crossover Day; Protecting yourself from measles amid confirmed outbreaks
50 mins; March 10, 2025
Crossover Day at GA Capitol; Propel ATL reports “traffic violence”; 60 years since Bloody Sunday
50 mins; March 06, 2025
New Brookings commentary explores why Atlanta is not a model for police reform: Piloting the Journey: Elisabeth Omilami
48 mins; March 05, 2025
Report: Unmarked cameras spotted near homes of ‘Cop City’ opponents; Piloting the Journey: Former Atlanta Mayor Shirley Franklin
50 mins; March 04, 2025
South Fulton councilwoman launches bid for mayor; Mother pushes for change after son was “unjustly expelled; New report investigates the shortfalls of Georgia Pathways to Coverage
49 mins; March 03, 2025
Coffee Conversations: Community solutions to closing childhood literacy gap
54 mins; February 27, 2025
Transit advocates debate future of light rail on the Beltline; Forest Park, GA Mayor on city’s $23.46 minimum wage
50 mins; February 26, 2025
DeKalb County Police Chief Mirtha Ramos explains abrupt departure
50 mins; February 25, 2025
New learning portal makes civil and human rights history more accessible; 579 Atlantans receive e-bike rebates through city program
49 mins; February 24, 2025
Doctor champions early literacy to improve pediatric health
50 mins; February 20, 2025
Should AI be incorporated in journalism?; Local manufacturer uses shipping containers to address housing crisis
50 mins; February 19, 2025
Nonprofit urges governments to pursue equitable climate change policies; Atlanta’s Canadian consul general addresses U.S.-Canada trade dispute
50 mins; February 18, 2025
Atlanta’s first-ever inspector general resigns, citing bullying and intimidation
50 mins; February 17, 2025
A recap of week 5 of Georgia’s legislative session; Documentary focuses on the 1898 Wilmington massacre
51 mins; February 12, 2025
Book explores HBCUs role in shaping American democracy; Improv program helping caregivers of memory loss patients
51 mins; February 11, 2025
What “tort reform” could mean for Georgians; Local educator creates virtual learning pod for kids; Atlanta Councilwoman reimagines Greenbriar Mall
49 mins; February 10, 2025
Feedback Friday: Do you understand the role of the U.S. Dept. of Education?
51 mins; February 07, 2025
Dissecting the accuracy of voice assistants for minority voices; Mapping project pinpoints where enslaved Blacks lived in Harris County, GA
49 mins; February 06, 2025
LAA shares deportation fears of migrant community; Latino Day at the Gold Dome; Latest legislative session moves at Georgia State Capitol
49 mins; February 05, 2025
New book researches “racist” homeowner policies; Public health-related bills to watch in GA Legislative Session
50 mins; February 04, 2025
National Geographic explorer Tara Roberts releases new memoir, New book documents the history and work of Black craftspeople
50 mins; February 03, 2025
Feedback Friday: Georgians discuss immigration reform amid ICE’s “targeted operations”
50 mins; January 31, 2025
Death at homeless encampment calls for immediate policy changes
48 mins; January 30, 2025
Congressman Johnson reacts to Trump’s attempted funding freeze; Report: 3 deaths at The Melody; Two Fulton Co. Schools face closure
50 mins; January 29, 2025
Southern environmental issues centered in ‘Broken Ground’ podcast; 'We Came to the Forest' podcast focuses on activists against ‘Cop City’
50 mins; January 28, 2025
Reaction to Trump’s massive deportation efforts; Initiative to support working families; Latest on Legislative Session
51 mins; January 27, 2025
Feedback Friday: Georgians respond to Pres. Trump’s first week back in office
50 mins; January 24, 2025
Analysis of Pres. Trump’s new executive orders; College scholarships now available for undocumented students; Voice transcription of minority dialects
51 mins; January 23, 2025
Manuel Terán’s Family files Civil Rights Lawsuit; Atlanta Fundraiser for Business Lost in LA Wildfire
49 mins; January 21, 2025
Latest voter trends among Georgia Latinos; Report: Black inmates disproportionately issued life sentences
49 mins; January 15, 2025
Local OB/GYN to host documentary screening about menopause; WABE politics reporters preview the 2025 legislative session
51 mins; January 14, 2025
Anniversary Special: Closer Look and City Lights celebrate 10 years (Part 1)
56 mins; January 13, 2025
Anniversary Special: Closer Look and City Lights celebrate 10 years (Part 2)
57 mins; January 13, 2025
The political legacy, global and personal impact of President Jimmy Carter
48 mins; January 09, 2025
New report reveals progress and barriers for metro Atlanta school districts; Mitch Albom on this inspiration behind his book “The Next Person You Meet in Heaven”
51 mins; January 08, 2025
City approves contract for Policing Alternatives & Diversion Initiative; Anita Hill’s decades-long advocacy to fight gender-based violence
52 mins; January 07, 2025
Racial healing scholar and former capitol police officer reflect on Jan. 6
49 mins; January 06, 2025
Georgians reflect on the life and legacy of U.S. President Jimmy Carter
57 mins; December 30, 2024
A recap of a year in politics; Music journalist reflects on the top albums of the year; WABE’s H. Johnson narrates “A Christmas Carol”
50 mins; December 20, 2024
Fulton County DA removed from election inference case; Charis Books and More celebrates 50 years as an independent feminist bookstore
50 mins; December 19, 2024
Black students who integrated Georgia schools share their stories
49 mins; December 18, 2024
Review board examines civil rights cold cases; TV sitcom ‘Good Times’ celebrates 50 years
51 mins; December 17, 2024
HealthyMD provides access to sexual healthcare; Award-winning actress champions Fannie Lou Hamer a prophet
51 mins; December 16, 2024
CARE’s response to Syrian humanitarian crisis; Remembering literary giant Nikki Giovanni
49 mins; December 13, 2024
‘Black Girls’ documentary explores various journeys of Black women; Graduate shares why “it’s never too late”
49 mins; December 12, 2024
The future of Georgia’s electric vehicle and agriculture industries under incoming Trump administration; Rose Scott remembers literary legend Nikki Giovanni
48 mins; December 10, 2024
Behind the popular essay series “How I’d Fix Atlanta”; DeKalb CEO Michael Thurmond reflects on his longtime political career
51 mins; December 09, 2024
A look at America ahead of 250 Years of Independence
48 mins; December 06, 2024
Lecturer examines Britain’s Slavery Debt; Santa Dee on a mission to spread holiday joy
51 mins; December 05, 2024
Atlanta surgeon: Medical waste guidelines need alternative measures; Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport prepares for more holiday travel
49 mins; December 04, 2024
Experts predict record-breaking holiday shopping despite Election’s economic concerns; Tracing your family roots this holiday season
49 mins; December 02, 2024
Tips for avoiding family conflict amid the holiday season; New interim pres. discusses leading Spelman College during transitional period
49 mins; November 26, 2024
Fulton Co. Commissioner says jail fix ‘is not cheap’; Black farmers on combating food insecurity
49 mins; November 25, 2024
How Morehouse School of Medicine is addressing Fertility Equity; New program aims to support Black female entrepreneurs
50 mins; November 22, 2024
GA. lawmaker calls for state, county collaboration to address Fulton County Jail conditions
51 mins; November 21, 2024
Atlanta inspector general responds to task force recommendations; The Carter Center continues to uplift Rosalynn Carter's legacy and mental health priorities
50 mins; November 20, 2024
GSU launches Center on Health and Homelessness; New podcast focuses on expulsion of Black Forsyth County residents
51 mins; November 18, 2024
Is it time to redefine DEI initiatives & programs?
51 mins; November 15, 2024
Trump’s Reelection and the Influence on Georgia Politics; Artist discusses Sculpture Honoring the late Congressman John Lewis
50 mins; November 14, 2024
Addressing the affordable housing crisis under new Trump administration
49 mins; November 11, 2024
Layoffs looming for PAD amid Atlanta contract uncertainty; Luther Vandross’ life story told in new documentary
51 mins; November 08, 2024
What exit polls reveal about the 2024 presidential election; Georgia-based journalists discuss covering Trump’s presidency
51 mins; November 07, 2024
Trump wins 2024 presidential race
51 mins; November 06, 2024
Georgia and Countdown to 2024 Election; Woman Stresses Importance of Voting by Sharing her Poll Tax Exemption Card
47 mins; November 04, 2024
More than 63,000 voter registrations challenged in Georgia; Addressing digital equity; Spelman hosting Parliament-Funkadelic-inspired musical showcase
51 mins; November 01, 2024
Breaking down Georgia’s 2024 ballot measures; “Morehouse mystique” spotlighted in WABE documentary
48 mins; October 31, 2024
Emory’s African American Studies doctoral program equips students for careers beyond academia
27 mins; October 30, 2024
Addressing decades-long decline in Black male student college enrollment; Georgia production companies slow down on TV and film projects
52 mins; October 29, 2024
The Housing Crisis and its toll on American’s Mental Health
50 mins; October 25, 2024
Top issues for Black men ahead of 2024 Election
49 mins; October 24, 2024
Asian American voters voice top issues for 2024 Election
48 mins; October 23, 2024
21% Turnout after First Week of Early Voting; New Concerns from Atlanta’s Inspector General; Breaking Down Ballot Verbiage
51 mins; October 21, 2024
Lawyer shares what’s troubling about authority of some sheriffs; UNCF turns 80; Georgia Tech accelerator aims to help food and beverage entrepreneurs
50 mins; October 17, 2024
Coffee Conversations: The State of Democracy
55 mins; October 16, 2024
Georgia Secretary of State discusses record-breaking turnout for start of Early Voting; Hip-hop pioneer MC Lyte drops new album
51 mins; October 15, 2024
Women’s clinic reacts to battle over Georgia’s six-week abortion ban; Chef aims to improve health, economy, food access in Native American communities; Cobb County Board split on tax to expand transit
49 mins; October 15, 2024
Black women are disproportionately affected by uterine fibroids; Movement for Black Lives sparking national dialogue with voters ahead of 2024 presidential election; New stage production spotlights the life and legacy of the musical legend James Brown
48 mins; October 10, 2024
GEMA director discusses Hurricane Helene recovery efforts while preparing for Hurricane Milton; Cobb County Police establishes new Community Assistance Response Team
50 mins; October 08, 2024
Reflections one year after Hamas attacked Israel
62 hours 39 mins; October 07, 2024
Librarian discusses book bans ahead of Decatur Book Festival; Developmental benefits of new APS play spaces; Remembering Legendary actor John Amos
50 mins; October 04, 2024
Diaper drive organized for Hurricane Helene victims; Dockworkers strike could spur consumer goods shortages; Identifying scam political texts
50 mins; October 03, 2024
State lawmaker responds to DOJ investigation of Georgia’s prisons; Analysis of VP debate; GSU professor critiques judge’s ruling on Georgia’s abortion ban
51 mins; October 02, 2024
Director of ACLU of Georgia reacts to Georgia’s abortion law ruling; Historic Mall of West End sale finalized after 3 years of negotiations
50 mins; October 02, 2024
Capitalizing on Atlanta Culture as it suffers from Income Inequality
50 mins; September 27, 2024
Georgia prepares for statewide impact from Hurricane Helene
51 mins; September 26, 2024
Hurricane Helene intensifies, tracks toward Georgia; OB-GYNs share opposing views on Georgia’s abortion laws
51 mins; September 25, 2024
Duke professor stresses the importance of safeguarding brain data; New book spotlights the experiences of HBCU alumni
51 mins; September 24, 2024
1906 Atlanta Race Massacre commemorated in week of events
50 mins; September 23, 2024
Report reveals death of second Georgia mother linked to restrictive abortion laws
51 mins; September 20, 2024
New documentary spotlights the life of track and field icon Edwin Moses
34 mins; September 19, 2024
Economy, abortion access, gun control, immigration reform among top concerns of Latino voters
49 mins; September 18, 2024
Why some Georgians welcome EV jobs, but not electric cars; ProPublica report reveals details about abortion-related death in Georgia
50 mins; September 17, 2024
Librarian highlights nation’s surge of book bans; PAD addresses Atlanta City Council concerns
50 mins; September 16, 2024
Analysis of VP Harris and former Pres. Trump 2024 presidential debate
50 mins; September 11, 2024
The Economic Forecast as 2024 Election approaches; Moms Demand Action react to GA school shooting; Program teaches warning signs for school violence
50 mins; September 10, 2024