Closer Look with Rose Scott

Several reports suggest the pandemic has created economic uncertainty. But now, more than one year since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, vaccines to fight the deadly virus are available—and the sight of herd immunity seems possible. Caroline Fohlin, an Emory University economics professor and author, joins “Closer Look” for Feedback Friday. Fohlin, who recently co-authored the article “Do Global Pandemics Matter for Stock Prices? Lessons from the 1918 Spanish Flu,” talks with show host Rose Scott about the pandemic’s influence on Georgia’s economy. Rose also takes live calls from show listeners who discuss their spending habits amid the health crisis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Jennifer Nuzzo, an associate professor and senior scholar at the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security, and Beth Blauer, the executive director of the Johns Hopkins Centers for Civic Impact, return to “Closer Look,” to discuss several coronavirus-related topics, including a new feature added to the John Hopkins University’s Coronavirus Resource Center’s tracking tool, vaccinations and more. Plus, Linda Nunnelly, with Moody Nolan Incorporated, and architect Kathryn Bedette talk with Rose about their careers and the growing need for more minorities and women in the architectural industry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CodeHouse is a local nonprofit working to expose students of color to the tech industry. Ernest Holmes, a software engineer at Google and the president and co-founder of CodeHouse, Tavis Thompson, the vice president and co-founder of CodeHouse and program manager at Microsoft and Jaycee Holmes, Spelman College professor and the director of Curriculum and Instruction of CodeHouse, talk with Rose about how the CodeHouse Scholars Initiative will provide incoming Atlanta University Center students with scholarships and mentorship.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp recently expanded the state’s  COVID-19 vaccine eligibility. All Georgians over the age of 16 can now get vaccinated. Dr. Jane Wilkov, a pediatrician and the founder of DeKalb Pediatric Center, joins “Closer Look” to discuss administering vaccinations to teens and talks more about her pediatric practice’s response during the pandemic. Plus, Susan Reif, the director of the Eviction Project at Georgia Legal Services, talks with Rose about the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s latest move to extend the federal moratorium on evictions through June. Lastly, Gabby Tobin, a ninth-grader at The Lovett School, discusses earning the Gold Award, one of the highest Girl Scout awards, for creating math tutorial videos for students.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rebecca Serna, the Atlanta Bicycle Coalition’s executive director, joins “Closer Look” to discuss the coalition’s 2021 policy agenda. Plus, Jake Maguire, a principal at Built for Zero Community Solutions, talks about how a grant from the MacArthur Foundation will allow the organization to accelerate the impact of the Built for Zero movement.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After forty days of intensiveness at the Georgia State Capitol, Georgia’s General Assembly concluded its 2021 session last week. Amanda Hollowell, from the Georgia Budget Policy Institute, joins “Closer Look” with a recap and assessment session. Plus,Bala Ganesh, the vice president of engineering at UPS, discusses his company’s recent purchase of ten electric airplanes from Beta Technologies. Lastly, licensed therapists Jo Vivian and Kate Ferguson discuss the emotional and psychological effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on women.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bishop Reginald Thomas Jackson, the presiding prelate of the Sixth Episcopal District of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, joins “Closer Look” to discuss why a planned national boycott of some Atlanta-based corporations has been put on hold. Plus, election integrity activist Marilyn Marks discusses what she feels is being overlooked as it relates to Georgia’s new voting law. Lastly, Gabby Tobin, a ninth-grader at The Lovett School, recently earned the Gold Award, one of the highest Girl Scout awards for creating math tutorial videos for students who attend Lindley 6th Grade Academy. She shares details about her inspiration to give back during the ongoing health crisis and her foundation, 40 Mustard Seeds.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WABE health reporter and host of the podcast "Did You Wash Your Hands?" Sam Whitehead joins “Closer Look” to discuss the latest coronavirus-related news. Plus, Cary Funk, the director of science and society research at Pew Research Center, discusses new data that suggests that the public's intent to get vaccinated is rising. Lastly, professors Nicole Stamant and Alan Grostephan discuss celebrating Agnes Scott College's 50th Annual Writers’ Festival amid the COVID-19 pandemic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Roshawnna Novellus, an Atlanta-based fintech expert and the founder of EnrichHER, joins “Closer Look” to discuss how her company is working to ensure that more women-led and minority-led businesses have access to capital. Plus, Alan Anderson, from Emory University, shares details about the focus of the university's new community engagement strategy. Dan Whisenhunt, the founder of Decaturish.com, talks about the terms and conditions of City Schools of Decatur Superintendent David Dude's employment contract.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cobb Commission Chair Lisa Cupid joins the program to talk about the local economic impact of the MLB’s decision to move the All-Star game.Next, we turn to Emory Goizueta Business School Professor Ray Hill for a conversation about growing pressure to boycott corporations for not speaking out against Georgia’s new voting law.In other news, Georgia recently joined a growing number of states where all adults are now eligible for COVID-19 vaccination. Georgia State researchers Bill Rencher and Tanisa Adimu join the program for a conversation about best practices for distributing the vaccine equitably and effectively.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lawsuits, protests and boycotts are happening in response to Georgia’s new voting law. But those who support the law, including Georgia Governor Brian Kemp, argue it’s not restrictive and that it expands voter access. Illya Davis, a philosophy professor at Morehouse College and the director of New Students & Transition Programs, joins “Closer Look” for Feedback Friday. Show host Rose also takes live calls from listeners who share their feelings about the new legislation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After 40 days of debate, Georgia's legislative session came to a close Wednesday night. WABE reporters Emil Moffatt and Emma Hurt join "Closer Look" with the latest. Plus, Tom Andrews, the CEO of Saint Joseph's Health System, discusses Mercy Care's response during the COVID-19 pandemic. Lastly, Nancy Flake Johnson, the president and CEO of Urban League of Greater Atlanta, talks with Rose about Georgia's new voting law and the move to boycott some local businesses for supporting the legislation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

DeKalb County CEO Michael Thurmond joins “Closer Look” to discuss a new program that aims to vaccinate homebound seniors in DeKalb County. Plus, Dave Foster, the director of Real Estate Development for Community Solutions, shares details about the purchase of a 132-unit apartment building that will be used to provide affordable housing for veterans experiencing homelessness. Lastly, actress and singer Danielle Brooks talks with Rose about her new role as Mahalia Jackson in Robin Roberts’ new Lifetime film.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bishop Reginald Thomas Jackson, the presiding prelate of the Sixth Episcopal District of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, shares details about the boycotting of some Atlanta corporations for not speaking out against Georgia’s new voting law. Plus, Paul Welty and Mogan Subramaniam discuss new tech-themed bootcamps designed to prepare Emory students to take on tech industry jobs. Lastly, Donna Moore reflects on a lock-in that Parks Springs staff participated in to keep members at the continuing care retirement community safe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lawsuits and protests are underway after Governor Brian Kemp signed an overhaul of the state's election system into law. WABE reporters Emil Moffatt and Emma Hurt join “Closer Look” live from the Georgia State Capitol with the latest. Plus, Eliza Sweren-Becker, who serves as counsel in the Democracy Program at the Brennan Center for Justice, returns to “Closer Look” to discuss Georgia’s new election law. Lastly, Denis O’Hayer, host of the WABE podcast “Political Breakfast,” offers more insight on Georgia’s historic legislative session.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrea Young, of ACLU of Georgia, talks with show host Rose about the arrest of Rep. Park Cannon and Gov. Kemp’s move to signing Senate Bill 202 into law. Plus, WABE health reporter Sam Whitehead discusses the eligibility requirements for the COVID-19 vaccines. James Hicks and Aveon Seals, of Mozley Park, discuss why some residents want to rename the neighborhood. Lastly, Atlanta BeltLine CEO Clyde Higgs shares details about a new special service district that aims to increase the funding used towards completing the 22-mile trail loop.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bill Rencher and Tanisa Adimu with Georgia State University's Georgia Health Policy Center join "Closer Look" to discuss several COVID-19 vaccine-related topics, including best practices for vaccine distribution now that all adult Georgian's are eligible to receive vaccines. Plus, Linda Nunnelly, with Moody Nolan Incorporated and architect Kathryn Bedette talk with Rose about their careers and the growing need for more minorities and women in the architectural industry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In honor of Women’s History Month, Wednesday's edition of “Closer Look” focuses on several women-related topics. Show host Rose Scott talks with Deirdre Oakley, a sociology professor at Georgia State University, Besi Navti, a software engineering manager at Dematic and Atlanta-based artist Grace Gibson about women's progress, music and software engineering. Plus, producer LaShawn Hudson has a conversation with veteran journalist Chandra Thomas Whitfield about her new podcast “In The Gap.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Smith, a finance associate professor and an economist with the Goizueta Business School at Emory University, joins “Closer Look” to discuss how and if the American Rescue Plan will stimulate the nation’s economy. Smith also discusses his predictions for Georgia’s summer outlook. Plus, In the aftermath of the November 2020 elections, some Georgia lawmakers are pushing for changes to the state’s election laws. Emory professor and author Carol Anderson discusses Senate Bill 202. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over the weekend, vigils and protests took place to pay tribute to the eight people killed in the Atlanta-area shooting spree. Criminal Defense Attorney and WABE Legal Analyst Page Pate joins “Closer Look” to discuss the latest developments in the murder case against the suspect Robert Aaron Long. Plus, Anna Blau discusses how the International Women's House, Inc., is dealing with a rise in domestic violence calls. Lastly, Georgia Chief Justice Harold Melton discusses the growing need for Georgia jurors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Natosha Reid Rice, the minister for Public Life at All Saints and Global DEI Officer at Habitat for Humanity International, joins “Closer Look” for Feedback Friday. Rev. Rice talks with Rose about the deadly spa shootings, communal trauma and what she feels needs to happen for healing to occur in Georgia. Rose also takes live calls from listeners who discuss their feelings about allyship as it relates to Georgia’s APPI community.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Before Tuesday’s deadly spa shootings, Georgia State Senator Michelle Au, who represents District 48, alerted fellow lawmakers about an increase of violent crimes against Asian Americans during the pandemic. Senator Au joins “Closer Look” to discuss what she said and the feedback she received. Plus, licensed therapists Jo Vivian and Kate Ferguson discuss the emotional and psychological toll women are experiencing due to the deadly spa shootings and the COVID-19 pandemic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Authorities say eight people are dead following a deadly shooting spree at three Atlanta-area spa locations. Police have arrested 21-year-old Robert Aaron Long in connection to the shooting spree. On Wednesday’s edition of “Closer Look,” show host Rose Scott talks with WABE reporter Lisa Hagen about the latest developments and what’s next in the case. Scott also talks with State Representative Bee Nguyen, Aisha Yaqoob Mahmood and Stephanie Cho about the shootings’ impact on Atlanta’s Asian American community.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eliza Sweren-Becker, who serves as counsel in the Democracy Program at the Brennan Center for Justice, returns to “Closer Look” to discuss how Georgia lawmakers’ proposed voting restrictions could disproportionately hurt Black voters. Plus, Georgia Department of Labor Commissioner Mark Butler discusses his agency’s response during the pandemic, complaints about unemployment claims and Georgia lawmakers' latest push to create a chief labor officer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WABE health reporter and host of the podcast "Did You Wash Your Hands?" Sam Whitehead joins “Closer Look to discuss Governor Kemp’s move to expand eligibility requirements for the COVID-19 vaccines. Plus, Alex Wan discusses Horizons Atlanta’s response to the pandemic and shares details about the organization's summer program. Lastly, Ed Chang shares how school districts should plan for the fall semester amid the ongoing health crisis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Governor Brian Kemp recently criticized Atlanta Public School’s COVID-19 vaccination plan. Superintendent Dr. Lisa Herring joins “Closer Look” to discuss the governor’s comments. Plus, Philanthropist Calvin E. Tyler Jr. shares details about a $20 million commitment to help Morgan State University students.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danah Craft joins” Closer Look” to share details about how new funding from the Georgia Division of Family & Children Services will help food banks across the state serve families in need. Plus, Paul P. Hinchey talks with show host Rose Scott about making COVID-19 vaccine distributions more equitable. Lastly, Atlanta City Councilmember Marci Collier Overstreet and Jason Allen discuss the future of Greenbriar Mall.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Keybo Taylor was recently sworn in as Gwinnett County’s first Black sheriff. Taylor joins “Closer Look” to discuss his first days in office, ending the county’s 287 (g) program and new efforts to tackle gang violence and human trafficking. Plus, many colleges and higher learning institutions are expanding mental health resources for students during the pandemic. Teresa Johnston, the assistant vice president for student affairs at Kennesaw State University, shares details about [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WABE reporters Emil Moffatt and Emma Hurt join “Closer Look” to provide an update on the 2021 legislative session. Show host Rose Scott talks with Danah Craft about new funding to help feed Georgia families during the pandemic. Plus, Brett Henderson and Veda White share details about career and training opportunities for women interested in pursuing a career in the construction industry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday is International Women's Day. The theme is #ChooseToChallenge. Saleemah Abdul-Ghafur, the chief of staff and chief communications officer at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, joins ‘Closer Look” to discuss several topics, including the challenges and achievements of women and girls locally and globally. She also explains how the pandemic is affecting millions of women and shares details about a virtual program that the International Women’s Forum of Georgia is hosting to celebrate women.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week marks one year since the first coronavirus cases were reported here in Georgia. During the ongoing health crisis, the nation has seen an eruption of protests and an insurrection at the U.S. Capitol. Ilya Davis, a philosophy professor at Morehouse College and the director of New Students & Transition Programs, joins “Closer Look” to reflect on the last 365 days. Plus, show host Rose Scott also takes live calls from “Closer Look” listeners. Callers share their thoughts about the pandemic and the nation’s political and social climate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WABE education reporter Martha Dalton joins “Closer Look” to discuss several educational-related bills that Georgia lawmakers have introduced during the current legislative session. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week marks the one year since the first COVID-19 cases were reported in the state of Georgia. Dr. Gulshan Harjee, the co-founder of the Clarkston Community Health Center, returns to “Closer Look” to discuss how her free clinic continues to help resettled refugees, immigrants and migrants during the ongoing health crisis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today marks the one year since the first two COVID-19 cases were reported in the state of Georgia. WABE health reporter and host of the podcast "Did You Wash Your Hands?" Sam Whitehead talks with Rose about covering the pandemic for the last 12 months and the latest coronavirus-related news.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Georgia House Representative Shelly Hutchinson, from Snellville, who represents District 107, joins “Closer Look.” Hutchinson talks with show host Rose Scott about the 2021 legislative session and what’s next for House Bills 237 and 238.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scientists from the University of Georgia’s Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratories recently adapted a COVID-19 saliva-based test. Dr. Susan Sanchez, a professor of Infectious Diseases at the University of Georgia, and Dr. Jesse Hostetter, the Barry G. Harmon Professor of Pathology in the College of Veterinary Medicine, join “Closer Look” to talk about the process of adapting the test and its effectiveness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ashleigh Dennis-Silas, the clinical director of CHRIS Counseling Center-Gwinnett, and Alfred Garner, the director of Zone 3 Community Initiatives, join “Closer Look” to discuss the rise in anxiety and depression amid the pandemic and CHRIS 180's Cure Violence Atlanta program.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Khadijah Abdur-Rahman, the Fulton County Commissioner for District 6, talks with Rose about Fulton County Board of Commissioners' decision not to fire Fulton County Election Director Richard Barron.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today marks one year since the shooting death of Ahmaud Arbery. “Closer Look” show host Rose Scott talks with several guests about who the athlete was and what’s next for the three men charged in his death. Hank Klibanoff, an Emory University professor, veteran journalist, Pulitzer-prize-winning author, joins the conversation first. The host of the WABE podcast “Buried Truths” shares details about what he learned while putting together season three of the podcast, which investigates the 2020 killing of Ahmaud Arbery.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WABE reporter Emil Moffatt joins “Closer Look” from the Georgia Capitol to provide an update on the 2021 legislative session and shares details about Governor Brian Kemp’s latest press conference.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In honor of National Caregivers Day, we revisit Rose’s conversation with Dr. Jennifer Olsen, an epidemiologist and the executive director of the Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers, about how the institute is supporting caregivers during the pandemic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fulton County District 2 Commissioner Bob Ellis joins “Closer Look” to discuss what’s next after the Fulton County Board of Registrations & Elections voted to fire Director Richard Barron.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The new PBS documentary “The Black Church: This Is Our Story, This Is Our Song” debuts tonight. The documentary led by Henry Louis Gates Jr. traces and explores the 400-year-old history of the Black church in America. Dr. Robert Franklin, James T. and Berta R. Laney Professor in Moral Leadership at Emory University and Rev. Kim Jackson, an Episcopal priest and Georgia State Senator talk with Rose about the importance of the documentary and the significance of the Black church in American history and politics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Abby Lutzenkirchen, a program associate at The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation, shares how the Atlanta Falcons Youth Foundation is helping other nonprofit organizations provide affordable, healthy food for Georgia families.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clayton County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Morcease Beasley talks with Rose about why students in his district will continue with remote learning until further notice. He also shares what has to happen before in-person class instruction can resume.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Marybeth Sexton, an assistant professor of infectious diseases at Emory University School of Medicine, talks with Rose about the dangers of spreading the new COVID-19 variants in Georgia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Atlanta Police Department recently revised its chase policy. We will air Part 1 of Rose’s conversation with Atlanta Police Chief Rodney Bryant. APD’s top leader discusses several topics, including the new changes to the department’s pursuit policy and how officers are working to build trust within the communities they serve.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Atlanta-Region Transit Link Authority, also known as the ATL, aims to connect transit systems across the 13-county region of Atlanta. Chris Tomlinson, the executive director of the Atlanta-Region Transit Link Authority, explains ATL’s 2020 Annual Report and Audit. It includes an assessment of last year and outlines goals for 2021.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sherrilyn Ifill, the president and director-counsel for the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund, talks with Rose about the Marshall-Motley Scholars Program and how it will help produce the next generation of civil rights attorneys.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Louis Sullivan, the former Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services during President George H. W. Bush's Administration, a founding dean of the Medical Education Program at Morehouse School of Medicine and. Sullivan talks with Rose about several coronavirus-related topics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.