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June 20, 2013
June 20, 2013
One on One with Steve Goss
One on One with Steve Goss
Campaign Aims to Combat Wage, Gender Discrimination in Restaurants
Atlanta, GA
(2012-02-23)
Recently, 9 to 5, the National Association of Working Women, the Restaurant Opportunities Center United, and other groups released a nationwide study of inequities in the restaurant industry. Vanessa Faraj, a chapter organizer with 9 to 5 in Atlanta, discussed the so-called "ROC" report's findings with WABE's Steve Goss... (http://www.faireats.org)
Atlanta, GA
(2012-02-23)
Recently, 9 to 5, the National Association of Working Women, the Restaurant Opportunities Center United, and other groups released a nationwide study of inequities in the restaurant industry. Vanessa Faraj, a chapter organizer with 9 to 5 in Atlanta, discussed the so-called "ROC" report's findings with WABE's Steve Goss... (http://www.faireats.org)
Atlanta Unveils New 11-Story City Hall on Mitchell Street ("This Day in History" series)
Atlanta, GA
(2012-02-22)
Today is February 22nd, and if we were to turn Atlanta's clock back 82 years to this date in 1930, we'd find the ribbon being cut on a new City Hall. Here, Georgia State University historian Cliff Kuhn talks with WABE's Steve Goss about the evolution of the seat of Atlanta government...
Atlanta, GA
(2012-02-22)
Today is February 22nd, and if we were to turn Atlanta's clock back 82 years to this date in 1930, we'd find the ribbon being cut on a new City Hall. Here, Georgia State University historian Cliff Kuhn talks with WABE's Steve Goss about the evolution of the seat of Atlanta government...
Athena's Warehouse: From Prom Dresses to Self-Empowerment
Atlanta, GA
(2012-02-17)
What began as an effort to provide prom dresses for disadvantaged students in Atlanta, non-profit "Athena's Warehouse" has since branched out to sponsor a variety of life skills workshops in local high schools. Here, founder and president Bee Nguyen talks with WABE's Steve Goss... (for information, visit: http://www.athenaswarehouse.org
Atlanta, GA
(2012-02-17)
What began as an effort to provide prom dresses for disadvantaged students in Atlanta, non-profit "Athena's Warehouse" has since branched out to sponsor a variety of life skills workshops in local high schools. Here, founder and president Bee Nguyen talks with WABE's Steve Goss... (for information, visit: http://www.athenaswarehouse.org
Egyptian Human Rights Activist Shares Her Thoughts on the Revolution
Atlanta, GA
(2012-02-13)
Dalia Ziada is a 29 year-old human rights activist who serves as the Egypt director of the American Islamic Congress in Cairo. Last Thursday, she was in Atlanta to participate as a panelist in the CNN Dialogues presentation at Emory University on the "Arab Spring Uprisings and Democracy". Here, she talks with WABE's Steve Goss...
Atlanta, GA
(2012-02-13)
Dalia Ziada is a 29 year-old human rights activist who serves as the Egypt director of the American Islamic Congress in Cairo. Last Thursday, she was in Atlanta to participate as a panelist in the CNN Dialogues presentation at Emory University on the "Arab Spring Uprisings and Democracy". Here, she talks with WABE's Steve Goss...
More Atlantans Taking Their Bikes to Work
Atlanta, GA
(2012-02-10)
Between 2000 and 2009 the City of Atlanta recorded a 386% increase in the number of people biking to work, according to a report by the Alliance for Biking and Walking. In fact, that rate of increase was the highest among the 51 cities surveyed. Here, WABE's Steve Goss talks with the Atlanta Bicycle Coalition's Executive Director, Rebecca Serna...
(for information, visit:http://atlantabike.org
Atlanta, GA
(2012-02-10)
Between 2000 and 2009 the City of Atlanta recorded a 386% increase in the number of people biking to work, according to a report by the Alliance for Biking and Walking. In fact, that rate of increase was the highest among the 51 cities surveyed. Here, WABE's Steve Goss talks with the Atlanta Bicycle Coalition's Executive Director, Rebecca Serna...
(for information, visit:http://atlantabike.org
StoryCorps Founder Releases New Book
Atlanta, GA
(2012-02-08)
Since Dave Isay created the oral history project known as StoryCorps in New York City in 2003, mobile StoryCorps booths have traveled the country; and stationary studios have taken root in New York, San Francisco, and Atlanta. Isay's latest book, based on participants'interviews, is called "All There Is--Love Stories from StoryCorps". Here, he talks with WABE's Steve Goss... (for info, visit:http://www.pba.org/support/5549/
Atlanta, GA
(2012-02-08)
Since Dave Isay created the oral history project known as StoryCorps in New York City in 2003, mobile StoryCorps booths have traveled the country; and stationary studios have taken root in New York, San Francisco, and Atlanta. Isay's latest book, based on participants'interviews, is called "All There Is--Love Stories from StoryCorps". Here, he talks with WABE's Steve Goss... (for info, visit:http://www.pba.org/support/5549/
Historian Chronicles Intersection of Native-American and African-American Culture in Old South
Atlanta, GA
(2012-02-03)
Dr. Tiya Miles, chair of the Afro-American and African Studies Department at the University of Michigan, will discuss her book about northwest Georgia's Chief Vann historic site, "The House on Diamond Hill--A Cherokee Plantation Story", at Kennesaw State University on Monday, February 6, 2012, from 6:30 til 8p. Here, she talks with WABE's Steve Goss... (for information, visit: http://amst.hss.kennesaw.edu
Atlanta, GA
(2012-02-03)
Dr. Tiya Miles, chair of the Afro-American and African Studies Department at the University of Michigan, will discuss her book about northwest Georgia's Chief Vann historic site, "The House on Diamond Hill--A Cherokee Plantation Story", at Kennesaw State University on Monday, February 6, 2012, from 6:30 til 8p. Here, she talks with WABE's Steve Goss... (for information, visit: http://amst.hss.kennesaw.edu
Social Circle, Georgia Teen Collecting Books for Haitian Refugees
Atlanta, GA
(2012-02-01)
Giselle "Gigi" Osborn is a 17 year-old from Social Circle who has come up with a unique way to help at-risk girls at an earthquake refugee camp in Haiti. Here, she shares her story with WABE's Steve Goss... (children's books in French, or donations, can be sent to: Girl Scout Troop 27552, P.O. Box 446, Social Circle, GA 30025)
Atlanta, GA
(2012-02-01)
Giselle "Gigi" Osborn is a 17 year-old from Social Circle who has come up with a unique way to help at-risk girls at an earthquake refugee camp in Haiti. Here, she shares her story with WABE's Steve Goss... (children's books in French, or donations, can be sent to: Girl Scout Troop 27552, P.O. Box 446, Social Circle, GA 30025)
Former State Senator Jimmy Carter Inaugurated as Georgia Governor ("This Day in History" series)
Atlanta, GA
(2012-01-12)
Today is January 12th, and if we were to turn Atlanta's clock back 41 years to this date in 1971, we'd find former State Senator Jimmy Carter delivering his inauguration speech as Governor of Georgia. Georgia State University historian Cliff Kuhn joins WABE's Steve Goss for a discussion of the events that led to Carter's eventual election to the state's highest office...
Atlanta, GA
(2012-01-12)
Today is January 12th, and if we were to turn Atlanta's clock back 41 years to this date in 1971, we'd find former State Senator Jimmy Carter delivering his inauguration speech as Governor of Georgia. Georgia State University historian Cliff Kuhn joins WABE's Steve Goss for a discussion of the events that led to Carter's eventual election to the state's highest office...
Many Americans Unprepared for Retirement
Atlanta, GA
(2012-01-11)
Americans are living longer than ever before, but many still hope to be able to retire in their mid or late sixties. Are they ready? Julia Valentine is author of "Joy Compass--How to Make Your Retirement the Treasure of Your Life". Here, she talks with WABE's Steve Goss... (for more information, visit: http://www.joycompass.com/blogs/julia-valentine
Atlanta, GA
(2012-01-11)
Americans are living longer than ever before, but many still hope to be able to retire in their mid or late sixties. Are they ready? Julia Valentine is author of "Joy Compass--How to Make Your Retirement the Treasure of Your Life". Here, she talks with WABE's Steve Goss... (for more information, visit: http://www.joycompass.com/blogs/julia-valentine
Interfaith Youth Core Founder to Speak at Morehouse
Atlanta, GA
(2012-01-09)
As we approach the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday, Morehouse College will be hosting a series of events to kick off their involvement with the White House's Interfaith Community Service Campus Challenge. On Thursday, the MLK International Chapel at Morehouse will present Dr. Eboo Patel, founder and president of the Chicago-based non-profit Interfaith Youth Core, as keynote speaker. Here, he talks with WABE's Steve Goss...
Atlanta, GA
(2012-01-09)
As we approach the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday, Morehouse College will be hosting a series of events to kick off their involvement with the White House's Interfaith Community Service Campus Challenge. On Thursday, the MLK International Chapel at Morehouse will present Dr. Eboo Patel, founder and president of the Chicago-based non-profit Interfaith Youth Core, as keynote speaker. Here, he talks with WABE's Steve Goss...
'Elf on the Shelf' Making a Giant Impact
Atlanta, GA
(2011-12-21)
If you have young children, it's likely you've heard of "The Elf on the Shelf". It's part Christmas story, part family tradition, and part behavior modification for little ones who are anxious in anticipation of Santa's visit. Powder Springs resident Carol Aebersold is co-author. Here, she talks with WABE's Steve Goss... (for more info, visit: http://www.elfontheshelf.com/
Atlanta, GA
(2011-12-21)
If you have young children, it's likely you've heard of "The Elf on the Shelf". It's part Christmas story, part family tradition, and part behavior modification for little ones who are anxious in anticipation of Santa's visit. Powder Springs resident Carol Aebersold is co-author. Here, she talks with WABE's Steve Goss... (for more info, visit: http://www.elfontheshelf.com/
Expert Offers End-of-Year Tax Tips
Atlanta, GA
(2011-12-15)
What should taxpayers be mindful of as we approach the end of the year? WABE's Steve Goss talks with Merry Brodie, an enrolled agent and franchisee with Jackson-Hewitt Tax Service...
Atlanta, GA
(2011-12-15)
What should taxpayers be mindful of as we approach the end of the year? WABE's Steve Goss talks with Merry Brodie, an enrolled agent and franchisee with Jackson-Hewitt Tax Service...
President to Visit Atlanta for Peace Jubilee ("This Day in History" series)
Atlanta, GA
(2011-12-14)
Today is December 14th, and if we were to turn Atlanta's clock back 113 years to this date in 1898, we'd find thousands turning out along Peachtree Street to celebrate the signing of the Treaty of Paris, ending the Spanish-American War. As Georgia State University historian Cliff Kuhn explains, the two-day "Atlanta Peace Jubilee", as it was called, hosted a large contingent of dignitaries and special guests, including President William McKinley...
Atlanta, GA
(2011-12-14)
Today is December 14th, and if we were to turn Atlanta's clock back 113 years to this date in 1898, we'd find thousands turning out along Peachtree Street to celebrate the signing of the Treaty of Paris, ending the Spanish-American War. As Georgia State University historian Cliff Kuhn explains, the two-day "Atlanta Peace Jubilee", as it was called, hosted a large contingent of dignitaries and special guests, including President William McKinley...
A Third Candidate in the 2012 Presidential Election?
Atlanta, GA
(2011-12-07)
Americans Elect is a non-partisan, non-profit group working on nominating an alternative third candidate to the Republican and Democratic choices for president in 2012...and they're planning on doing it on-line. WABE's Steve Goss talks with Americans Elect Chief Operating Officer, Elliot Ackerman... (for more information, visit:http://www.americanselect.org)
Atlanta, GA
(2011-12-07)
Americans Elect is a non-partisan, non-profit group working on nominating an alternative third candidate to the Republican and Democratic choices for president in 2012...and they're planning on doing it on-line. WABE's Steve Goss talks with Americans Elect Chief Operating Officer, Elliot Ackerman... (for more information, visit:http://www.americanselect.org)
Emory University at 175 (Part 2)
Atlanta, GA
(2011-12-05)
This week Emory University will observe the 175th anniversary of its founding. Perhaps no other single individual has a better grasp of the events that shaped the school's long history than Dr. Gary S. Hauk, Vice-President and Deputy to the President of Emory. Hauk has written or co-edited two books on the university's history, and spoke recently with WABE's Steve Goss...
Atlanta, GA
(2011-12-05)
This week Emory University will observe the 175th anniversary of its founding. Perhaps no other single individual has a better grasp of the events that shaped the school's long history than Dr. Gary S. Hauk, Vice-President and Deputy to the President of Emory. Hauk has written or co-edited two books on the university's history, and spoke recently with WABE's Steve Goss...
Emory University at 175 (Part 1)
Atlanta, GA
(2011-12-05)
This week Emory University will observe the 175th anniversary of its founding. Perhaps no other single individual has a better grasp of the events that shaped the school's long history than Dr. Gary Hauk, Vice-President and Deputy to the President of Emory. Hauk has written or co-edited two book's on the university's history, and spoke recently with WABE's Steve Goss...
Atlanta, GA
(2011-12-05)
This week Emory University will observe the 175th anniversary of its founding. Perhaps no other single individual has a better grasp of the events that shaped the school's long history than Dr. Gary Hauk, Vice-President and Deputy to the President of Emory. Hauk has written or co-edited two book's on the university's history, and spoke recently with WABE's Steve Goss...
FDR Dedicates Atlanta Public Housing Project ("This Day in History" series)
Atlanta, GA
(2011-11-29)
Today is November 29th, and if we were to turn Atlanta's clock back 76 years to this date in 1935, we'd find President Franklin Roosevelt in town for the official dedication of Techwood Homes--the first public housing project in the United States. Here, WABE's Steve Goss talks with Georgia State University historian Dr. Cliff Kuhn...
Atlanta, GA
(2011-11-29)
Today is November 29th, and if we were to turn Atlanta's clock back 76 years to this date in 1935, we'd find President Franklin Roosevelt in town for the official dedication of Techwood Homes--the first public housing project in the United States. Here, WABE's Steve Goss talks with Georgia State University historian Dr. Cliff Kuhn...
Local Theatre's 30th Anniversary Brings Financial Challenges
Atlanta, GA
(2011-11-18)
The 2011-2012 season marks three decades that Marietta's Theatre in the Square has been presenting a variety of quality performances. Here, WABE's Steve Goss talks with Susan Reid, artistic associate and education director with Theatre in the Square... (for information, visit: http://www.theatreinthesquare.com/
Atlanta, GA
(2011-11-18)
The 2011-2012 season marks three decades that Marietta's Theatre in the Square has been presenting a variety of quality performances. Here, WABE's Steve Goss talks with Susan Reid, artistic associate and education director with Theatre in the Square... (for information, visit: http://www.theatreinthesquare.com/
Seniors, Retirees Face December 7th Deadline to Select Medicare Plans
Atlanta, GA
(2011-11-16)
It's Open Enrollment season--the time each year for people eligible for Medicare to select the coverage plan and prescription drug plan that best suits their needs. WABE's Steve Goss talked with Erika Lawson, Georgia Cares' state coordinator for the State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) about the differences between original Medicare and Medicare Advantage... (for information visit:http://www.mygeorgiacares.org
Atlanta, GA
(2011-11-16)
It's Open Enrollment season--the time each year for people eligible for Medicare to select the coverage plan and prescription drug plan that best suits their needs. WABE's Steve Goss talked with Erika Lawson, Georgia Cares' state coordinator for the State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) about the differences between original Medicare and Medicare Advantage... (for information visit:http://www.mygeorgiacares.org
