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Hosted by Drew Abney and Russell Edwards · news · EN-US
A podcast for anyone who wants to join the conversation about what's going on in Athens, Georgia. Local and state politics, culture, and good living.
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Booking probability
31%
Guest openness
Selective
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AthChat is hosted by Drew Abney and Russell Edwards. The show has published 57 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "AthChat: Episode 57: Climate and weather expert, Dr. Marshall Shepherd, joins the pod. We discuss the science and communication of climate change, how the Southeast should prepare for harsher storms, and Dr. Shepherd’s optimism for the future." (8 October 2026, 63 minutes), "AthChat: Episode 56: We got a TWOfer! Representative and candidate for HD 121, Eric Gisler, and candidate for HD 120, Suzanna Karatassos, both join the pod." (24 September 2026, 88 minutes), and "AthChat: Episode 55: Commissioner Mike Hamby comes back on the pod. We discuss the FLOST measure that will be on the ballot in November, the space tree (OoooOooo), downtown street vendors, and our favorite shows at the 40 Watt." (17 September 2026, 76 minutes).
AthChat publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 65 minutes across 57 episodes.
Booking probability for AthChat is 31%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. AthChat requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. AthChat's contact route on record: public web form.
Drew Abney and Russell Edwards hosts AthChat, a news podcast with 57 episodes published.
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Episode #57
On the 57th episode of AthChat, hosts Drew Abney and Russell Edwards have Dr. Marshall Shepherd on the pod. We discuss the science and communication of climate change, how the Southeast should prepare for harsher...
Episode #56
On the 56th episode of AthChat, hosts Drew Abney and Russell Edwards have representative and candidate for HD 121, Eric Gisler, and candidate for HD 120, Suzanna Karatassos, back on the pod. We discuss the issues they...
Episode #55
On the 55th episode of AthChat, hosts Drew Abney and Russell Edwards have Commissioner Mike Hamby back on the pod. We discuss the FLOST measure that will be on the ballot in November, the space tree (OoooOooo), downtown...
Episode #54
On the 54th episode of AthChat, hosts Drew Abney and Russell Edwards have candidate for Congressional District 10, Pamela DeLancy, on the pod. We discuss Pam’s 39 years of service in the military, how she is hitting the...
Episode #53
On the 53rd episode of AthChat, hosts Drew Abney and Russell Edwards have candidate for State Senate District 46, Ray Smith on the pod. We discuss what Ray is hearing from constituents on the campaign trail, why he is...
Episode #52
On the 52nd episode of AthChat, hosts Drew Abney and Russell Edwards have Mayor-elect, Dexter Fisher, back on the pod. We discuss his perspective on the issues around homelessness in Athens, what is leadership style...
Episode #51
On the 51st episode of AthChat, hosts Drew Abney and Russell Edwards have County Commissioner, Mike Hamby, back on the pod. We discuss the recent votes on issues around homelessness, navigating leadership and politics...
Episode #50
On the 50th episode of AthChat, hosts Drew Abney and Russell Edwards have Winterville mayor, Dodd Ferrelle, on the pod. We discuss the growth and beauty of Winterville, how creativity can drive public service, and...
Episode #49
On the 49th episode of AthChat, hosts Drew Abney and Russell Edwards have former mayoral candidate, Dr. LaKeisha Gantt, back on the pod. We discuss lessons from the mayoral campaign trail, creating better discourse...
Episode #48
On the 48th episode of AthChat, hosts Drew Abney and Russell Edwards have Georgia State Representative, Spencer Frye, back on the pod. We discuss his new platform that he is releasing next week, the wins and losses of...
Episode #47
On the 47th episode of AthChat, hosts Drew Abney and Russell Edwards have Flagpole journalist Blake Aued back on the pod. We discuss the recent election cycle, the political dynamics of Athens, and what the next four...
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