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Plainspoken: Jimmy Carter and the People of Plains

Plainspoken: Jimmy Carter and the People of Plains, is a 3-part companion podcast series, produced by Georgia Public Broadcasting and Andrew Greer, the creator and director of Plainspoken, a documentary exploring the divides in Jimmy Carter’s hometown of Plains, Georgia. 

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Jimmy Carter taught Sunday school regularly at Maranatha Baptist Church in Plains after he left the White House.

Plainspoken Podcast: Faithful Servant

In the third episode of Plainspoken: Jimmy Carter and the People of Plains, host Andrew Greer explores President Jimmy Carter's deep faith and humble leadership. Through the story of Tony Lowden, the first Black pastor at Maranatha Baptist Church, we see how Carter’s Christian principles shaped his actions, from advocating for racial equality to serving his community. Hear personal anecdotes from Plains residents and discover the lasting impact of Carter’s servant leadership.

 

 

October 8, 2024
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In 1928, the Carter family moved to a 350-acre farm near Plains in the tiny community of Archery, Georgia. The young Carter is pictured here atop his Shetland pony named Lady.

Plainspoken Podcast: Growing Up with Jimmy

In the second episode of Plainspoken: Jimmy Carter and the People of Plains, host Andrew Greer explores President Jimmy Carter's upbringing in the segregated 1920s and '30s in Plains, Georgia. Through conversations with childhood friends and family members, the episode sheds light on President Carter's close relationships in the predominantly Black community of Archery, the values of respect and unity instilled by his family, and how those experiences shaped his lifelong commitment to racial justice. 

October 1, 2024
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Jimmy Carter Holding a Bushel of Peanuts

Plainspoken Podcast: Common Citizen

In the first episode of Plainspoken: Jimmy Carter and the People of Plains, host Andrew Greer delves into the unique and deeply personal connection that former President Jimmy Carter has with his hometown of Plains, Ga. Through intimate stories from friends, neighbors, and community members you'll hear about the humble, hands-on ways President Carter continues to serve his community. From fixing broken furniture to visiting neighbors in need, Carter embodies the essence of a "common citizen."

September 24, 2024
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