Over the weekend, Vice President Kamala Harris's campaign launched a new initiative called Republicans for Harris. The effort seeks to win over Republican voters who are looking for an alternative to former President Donald Trump. The coalition has already garnered support from prominent Republicans, including Olivia Troye, a homeland security adviser in the Trump administration. She spoke with GPB's Pamela Kirkland.
The golf industry is thriving in Georgia. As the state hosts a variety of prestigious tournaments, including the world-renowned Masters at Augusta National Golf Club, golf is more than just a pastime — it's a significant economic driver. Writer Mary Anne Duncan recently wrote an in-depth piece for Georgia Trend magazine about all of the different ways golf affects Georgia's economy.
From the historical roots of the sport in Savannah to the manufacturing of essential golfing equipment, Georgia plays a crucial role in the global golf industry. Duncan spoke with GPB's Pamela Kirkland about the ways Georgia is "Rolling in the Green."
GPB's Pamela Kirkland speaks with Kiera Butler, a senior reporter and editor for Mother Jones who has been on the ground all week at the Republican convention, about some of the themes coming out of the convention.
President Biden held his first press conference as the news has been dominated with headlines about whether or not he should step aside as the Democratic nominee after his performance at the first presidential debate. Is the media frenzy ramping up the pressure? GPB's Pamela Kirkland sat down with Nicole Carr, journalist and adjunct professor at Morehouse, to talk about the media coverage.
This summer, Netflix is bringing back The Mole for its second season, the competition series with side of sabotage. NPR fans will probably recognize the host this season, too: Ari Shapiro, host of NPR's All Things Considered. He spoke with GPB's Pamela Kirkland about it.
