Closer Look with Rose Scott
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CEO of the New Georgia Project to step down; Starbucks workers continue to push to unionize
51 mins; May 06, 2022
Family of Kira Dixon Johnson files new lawsuit against LA hospital; Apple employees push to unionize; Health policy expert fights against school bus pollution
51 mins; May 05, 2022
Spelman College president talks about upcoming retirement; Yascha Mounk discusses new book
51 mins; May 04, 2022
Lou Gossett reflects on his acting career and discusses what’s next
18 mins; April 29, 2022
Gig workers discuss navigating jobs amid the pandemic
50 mins; April 28, 2022
Local school board terminates its superintendent; State director talks plans to develop Georgia; Goodie Mob on the state of rap music
52 mins; April 27, 2022
GA candidates fire up television campaign ads; Veteran actress Kim Fields reflects on her 40-plus year career
53 mins; April 26, 2022
Druid Hill High School students push for better school conditions; 1950 Census records are now available to the public
52 mins; April 25, 2022
Local doctors discuss dropping masks requirements on public transportation; Pam Grier reflects on her life and career
52 mins; April 22, 2022
City of Atlanta to invest in the PAD Initiative; Vicki Lawrence talks about her struggles with Chronic Idiopathic Urticaria
52 mins; April 21, 2022
CEO of Georgia Chamber of Commerce discusses combating Georgia’s workforce shortage; NORML continues to push for the legalization of marijuana
52 mins; April 20, 2022
Black women entrepreneurs create new pathways amid the COVID-19 pandemic; Homeschooling amid the pandemic comes with pros and cons
49 mins; April 18, 2022
Chairwoman Lisa Cupid discusses cityhood movements in Cobb; New initiative to provide stable housing for DeKalb
51 mins; April 15, 2022
Matthew Zadok Williams’ family still seeking justice one year after his death
52 mins; April 14, 2022
New report examines women’s retirement saving habits amid pandemic; New program aims to help inmates struggling with mental health issues
50 mins; April 13, 2022
East Point mayor discusses what’s next for the city; PNC Bank launches new initiative to strengthen minority-owned businesses
51 mins; April 12, 2022
Georgia mom seeks justice for her son; Alice Walker discusses her latest book
44 mins; April 11, 2022
Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson confirmed to Supreme Court; GSU launches financial literacy pilot program; Gas prices continue to surge
51 mins; April 08, 2022
CAPS program expands in Georgia; New documentary sheds light on Sapelo Island’s history
45 mins; April 07, 2022
Should race-related topics be taught in schools?
58 mins; April 06, 2022
‘Closer Look’ guests discuss Sine Die and the upcoming primary election
50 mins; April 05, 2022
DeKalb commissioners pass $1.5 billion FY2022 budget; MAC releases results of its DEI initiative
50 mins; April 04, 2022
KSU professor discusses local cityhood movements; UGA launches News Literacy Certificate program
51 mins; April 01, 2022
KSU launches new research center to expand mental health resources for Georgia military members; Local therapist discusses the impact of screen time on children; Georgia General Assembly's legislative session nears an end
50 mins; March 31, 2022
Local professors discuss Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s confirmation hearings; Candace Doby talks about courage and her latest book
51 mins; March 30, 2022
UGA to receive funding for Parkinson’s research; What Atlanta can learn from Detroit’s bike share program; Mary Frances Early reflects on her journey to combat segregation
51 mins; March 29, 2022
More affordable housing options coming to East Lake; Guaranteed income program income aims to help Black mothers; New American Pathways continues its work to help refugees as they settle in Georgia
50 mins; March 28, 2022
Caregivers face difficulties amid the COVID-19 pandemic; ‘BINA’s SIX APPLES’ debuts in Atlanta; Guaranteed income program in Oakland expands
50 mins; March 24, 2022
Research reveals a connection between redlining and air pollution; New book seeks to shed light on the South’s controversial political influence
52 mins; March 21, 2022
Congresswoman Williams reflects on the role of women in politics; Nature Gurlz walk for better health; Morehouse School of Medicine pushes to close the maternal health equity gap for Black women
50 mins; March 18, 2022
WABE reporters discuss what’s next after Crossover Day
47 mins; March 17, 2022
Senator Jackson speaks out against SB 377; Georgia Tech launches Financial Services Innovation Lab; Truist Foundation seeks to change the ecosystem for nonprofits through a new pitch competition
51 mins; March 14, 2022
Health care experts remain vigilant two years into the COVID-19 pandemic; Local artist creates COVID memorial portraits
50 mins; March 11, 2022
WABE reporters provide updates about pending bills; New fellowship aims to close the literacy gap for underserved students
51 mins; March 10, 2022
Goodr continues to expand amid the COVID-19 pandemic; Old Farmer’s Almanac profiles an Atlanta gardener
51 mins; March 09, 2022
Atlanta leaders discuss International Women’s Day
46 mins; March 08, 2022
Local doctor discusses the effectiveness of rapid COVD tests; Georgia could soon have a spaceport; Prisons across the U.S. have unsafe living conditions for inmates
49 mins; March 07, 2022
Ga. agriculture commissioner talks state’s response amid the pandemic; High school student discusses CRT being taught in school; WABE reporters provide updates about pending bills
50 mins; March 04, 2022
DHS commissioner talks top priorities; Ga. woman discusses financial challenges amid the pandemic
50 mins; March 03, 2022
JP Morgan seeking to boost minority homeownership; ARC director talks Atlanta’s economy
49 mins; March 02, 2022
‘Closer Look’ guests discuss living with Sickle Cell Disease
51 mins; March 01, 2022
Experts discuss why many are living paycheck to paycheck amid pandemic; Crisis continues to unfold in Ukraine
51 mins; February 28, 2022
Local professor discusses Ukraine crisis; 2022 legislative session heats up; Local group pushes for a bill that would remove felony conviction checkboxes from college applications
51 mins; February 25, 2022
Kwanza Hall announces campaign for lieutenant governor; CDC Foundation continues efforts to combat vaccine hesitancy; Mailchimp now offering a new digital guide for entrepreneurs of color
47 mins; February 24, 2022
Ga. doctors & health care officials discuss combating COVID-19
48 mins; February 23, 2022
Jury finds Ahmaud Arbery killers guilty on all counts; New Emory chair discusses the goals of the Center for Civil Rights and Social Justice
50 mins; February 22, 2022
‘Closer Look’ guests discuss combating gun violence in Georgia
48 mins; February 21, 2022
Ga. secretary of state calls for state law enforcement resources at polling locations; U.S. secretary of agriculture continues efforts to combat food insecurity; Sports legends discuss diversity, equity and inclusion in professional sports
52 mins; February 17, 2022
Professors Discuss Systemic Barriers In K-12 Public Schools; New Institute Aims To Study Issues Affecting Black Men
51 mins; February 16, 2022
Local Professor Explains Affirmative Action; Daughter Of Barbara Pace Hunt Talks About Her Mother’s Legacy
49 mins; February 15, 2022
Atlanta Professors Discuss The One-Drop Rule; New Book Explores The Life Of Constance Baker Motley
52 mins; February 14, 2022
Georgia AG Talks Top Priorities; House Speaker David Ralston Opposes Buckhead Cityhood Movement; Super Bowl LVI Kicks Off On Sunday
50 mins; February 11, 2022
ICE Facility Could Be Expanding In South Ga.; ATLDOT Micromobility Coordinator Talks Expanding Shared Micromobilty; Guinea Worm Disease Cases Drop Globally
51 mins; February 10, 2022
Closer Look Guests Discuss Efforts To Reform & Expand Mental Health Services in Georgia
51 mins; February 09, 2022
GBI Leader Talks Top Priorities For 2022; New Podcast Series Explains The Rise Of Extremists
51 mins; February 08, 2022
Georgia Partnership for Excellence in Education Releases New Report; ARC Seeking Feedback From The Community
51 mins; February 07, 2022
Atlanta Restaurant Owners Discuss Pivoting Amid The Pandemic
51 mins; February 03, 2022
Why Behavioral Health Reform Is Needed In Ga.; Red Cross Experiencing Blood Shortage; New Guaranteed Income Program For Atlanta Residents
51 mins; February 02, 2022
Local Strategists Discuss Recent Political Polls; Conservative Groups Launch Book Censorship Campaigns
47 mins; February 01, 2022
McMichaels Reach Plea Agreement; MSM & Agnes Scott Create New Linkage Program; Braven & Spelman Partner To Create New Career Pathway Program
49 mins; January 31, 2022
New Study Released On The East Lake Initiative; WABE Political Reporters Discuss Legislative Session
51 mins; January 28, 2022
Local Professor Explains How Wearing A Mask Protects From COVID; New Podcast Explores The Journey Of Black Divers; Chelsea Shag Talks Performing Amid The Pandemic
51 mins; January 27, 2022
Long-Term Care Facilities Being Hit Hard By New Omicron Variant; Senate Bill Aims To Raise The Minimum Dropout Age
47 mins; January 26, 2022
The City Of Stonecrest Pushes Forward After Mayor Resigns; GDOT Considers Roundabouts On Ponce de Leon
48 mins; January 25, 2022
Atlanta Housing Pushes For More Affordable Housing; CAIR Continues Work To Combat Muslim Hate
39 mins; January 24, 2022
Researcher Discusses Cityhood Feasibility Studies; Second Week Of Ga. Legislative Concludes; Cobb County Board of Education On Combating COVID
49 mins; January 21, 2022
Fulton County DA Requests For Special Grand Jury To Investigate Trump Probe; Vincent Fort Announces Candidacy To Represent Georgia’s 13 Congressional District; Angelique Kidjo Talks The Power Of Music
52 mins; January 20, 2022
Lawmakers Launch New Georgia Freedom Caucus; Archdiocese of Atlanta Goes Green; Jay Williams Talks New Podcast
49 mins; January 19, 2022
Emory Researcher Discusses New COVID Antiviral Drugs; Georgia Lt. Gov. Discusses Top 2022 Legislative Prioritiess
51 mins; January 18, 2022
ATLDOT Braces For Winter Weather; COVID Cases Rise In Children; First Week Of The Legislative Session Concludes
48 mins; January 14, 2022
Georgia Public Policy Foundation Outlines Top Priorities; Congresswoman Lucy Macbeth Talks Combating Gun Violence
52 mins; January 13, 2022
State Lawmaker Pushes For Changes To Sex Education Curriculum; Races for Statewide Offices Gain Momentum
52 mins; January 12, 2022
Georgia Budget & Policy Institute Announce Top Priorities; Ga. Lawmaker Discusses House Bill 855; Georgia Bulldogs Win National Championship
51 mins; January 12, 2022
Enrollment for Marketplace Health Insurance Ends This Weekend; Georgia Bulldogs Gear Up To Take On The Alabama Crimson Tide
40 mins; January 10, 2022
Georgia’s 2022 Legislative Session Starts Monday; Three Men Convicted of Killing Ahmaud Arbery Sentenced To Life In Prison
52 mins; January 07, 2022
New South Fulton Mayor Shares Vision; Local Investigative Reporter, Morehouse Professor Discuss Insurrection
51 mins; January 06, 2022
Local Organization Pushes Voter Access For Asian Americans; Several Neighbors Against Southern DeKalb Becoming A City
46 mins; January 05, 2022
New Initiative To Support Low-Income Women In Georgia; Local Hospitals Cope With New COVID Surge
51 mins; January 04, 2022
Why Kids Are Falling Behind In Vaccines Amid Pandemic; Local Journalists Discuss News Stories of 2021
41 mins; December 22, 2021
Huge Development Project Coming To Downtown East Point; Gov. Kemp Supports Eliminating The Affordable Healthcare Act’s Website In Georgia
47 mins; December 21, 2021
Former Georgia Sen. Johnny Isakson Dies At 76; CDC Director On Combating COVID-19 Pandemic; Debt Collectors Can Now Contact Consumers On Social Media
51 mins; December 20, 2021
Georgia Attorney Discusses ‘Operation Blooming Onion’; Atlanta City Planning Seeks Bike Parking Ideas From Residents
48 mins; December 17, 2021
New Affordable Housing Units Coming To Atlanta BeltLine; ‘The Stitch’ Proposal Receives New Funding
51 mins; December 16, 2021
What The Omicron Variant Means For The COVID-19 Pandemic
48 mins; December 15, 2021
Local Residents Oppose Creating The City Of East Cobb
51 mins; December 14, 2021
Invest Atlanta Working to Rehab & Build Affordable Housing In Atlanta
50 mins; December 13, 2021
New Senior Residential Community Opens In Clarkston
52 mins; December 10, 2021
Atlanta’s Inflation Rate Sits Above National Average
52 mins; December 09, 2021
David Perdue Enters Georgia’s Race For Governor; Ansley Park Makes Peril List; DeKalb DA Working To Combat Gun Violence
51 mins; December 08, 2021
Mayor-elect Andre Dickens Shares His Vision Atlanta; Justice Department Closes Emmett Till Investigation
52 mins; December 07, 2021
DeKalb Residents Push To Create A New City; Local Santa Shares His COVID Recovery Story
50 mins; December 06, 2021
Stacey Abrams Seeks Georgia’s Highest Office; Pfizer Vaccines Now Available For Younger Children; Third-Party Candidates Need Fewer Signatures
49 mins; December 03, 2021
Stacey Abrams Running To Be Georgia’s Next Governor; Cobb County Residents Want To Create A New City; Navigating Christmas Tree Shortage Amid Holiday Season
51 mins; December 02, 2021
Atlanta Elects New Local Leaders
50 mins; December 01, 2021
Local professor explains the Great Resignation
52 mins; November 30, 2021
City of Atlanta Working To Combat Climate Change; Local Police Officers Learn Jiu-Jitsu
47 mins; November 29, 2021
Jury Finds All 3 Men Accused of Killing Ahmaud Arbery Guilty of Murder
47 mins; November 24, 2021
MUST Ministries Gears Up To Help Families This Holiday Season; Atlanta’s Mayoral Runoff Election Quickly Approaches
50 mins; November 23, 2021
Atlanta Airport Expecting To See Millions of Travelers This Week; Atlanta Neighborhoods Experiencing An Increase In Coyote Sightings
43 mins; November 22, 2021
Honoring Georgia Veterans
47 mins; November 11, 2021