PODCAST COLLECTION

Getting Acquainted with Steve & Emily: Steve Bradshaw & Emily Halevy introduce themselves by interviewing each other. The episode is revealing, serious and funny.

Steve & Emily interview former Governor of the State of Georgia, Roy Barnes. In a wide-ranging discussion former Governor Barnes shares his candid thoughts on everything from the current state of the Democratic party to his accomplishments and failures as Governor. He is warm, insightful and funny.

Steve & Emily interview State Representative Stacey Evans. Rep. Evans is a long-time member or the Georgia General Assembly and a former candidate for Governor. In this session she shares her thoughts on an array of issues including the state of the Democratic Party locally and nationally. Her intelligence, thoughtfulness and humility are all on full display.

As the first openly gay individual to serve in the Georgia State Senate, Senator Kim Jackson serves with courage and conviction. She has emerged as a leader among her peers by earning their respect and trust. It was a pleasure for Steve & Emily to spend some time with her.

Running for governor is a massive undertaking in any state. Georgia is no exception. Former State Senator Jason Esteves is approaching this mission with energy and clarity on the challenges that we face. And with confidence in his plans to address those challenges as governor of our state. It was a pleasure to speak with him.

After 12 years of service as a member of the Georgia State Senate, Elena Parent will be leaving public office at the end of this term. Her announcement was made after we conducted this interview. In a wide-ranging discussion Senator Parent demonstrated how she has served her district and the State of Georgia with honor and distinction. Her presence under the Gold Dome will certainly be missed.

Olu Brown is a candidate for Governor of the State of Georgia. He is a former pastor, and this is his first foray into elective politics. He brings a combination of faith-based leadership, business experience and community engagement to his gubernatorial campaign. It was indeed a pleasure to speak with him.

Interview with State Senator Frank Auman: Frank Auman was the first, and until recently the only mayor of the city of Tucker, GA. This fascinating discussion explores the process of starting a city from scratch and managing its development from infancy. Former Mayor Auman is candid and engaging. And his nearly 10-year tenure as mayor established some important precedents that his successors would be wise to emulate.

Congressman Hank Johnson has represented Georgia's 4th district for nearly 20 years. During his tenure in office, he has always fought for the right things for the right reasons. In this interview he is serious and steadfast in presenting his policy positions and his critique of the current state of play in Washington, DC. But he also displays a lighthearted and approachable side of himself which is very refreshing. It was indeed a pleasure for us to speak with him.

Next interview with Gubernatorial Candidate Michael Thurmond and more coming soon...