Athens News Matters (Podcast)
by WUGA | University of Georgia | Community-powered journalism · 20 episodes
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For over 15 years, Athens News Matters has been a vehicle to connect listeners with the stories that matter from Athens and around Northeast Georgia. Hosted by WUGA's Alexia Ridley and Emma Auer.
Latest episodes
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24 min
Athens News Matters: October 24th, 2026
This week on Athens News Matters, we discuss The Olivia Tremor Control’s final album. Plus, a new study on the use of AI in job interviews.
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24 min
Athens News Matters: October 17th, 2026
This week on Athens News Matters, the ghosts of the Eagle Tavern Museum. Plus, we break down the ballot for the midterm elections.
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24 min
Athens News Matters: October 10th, 2026
This week on Athens News Matters, a new ordinance will restrict laying or camping outside of businesses. Plus, why large amounts of fish have died recently in Georgia.
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23 min
Athens News Matters: October 3rd, 2026
This week on Athens News Matters, the Wild Rumpus Halloween Parade has a new charity initiative. Plus, poetry from 1970s Normaltown.
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29 min
Athens News Matters: September 19th, 2026
Today on Athens News Matters, a new book teaches southerners how to use Kudzu to our advantage, and Terrapin Beer ends production in Athens.
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23 min
Athens News Matters: September 12th, 2026
Today on Athens News Matters, a Performing Arts program will start next year at the Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation. Plus, the blood shortage in Georgia has come to an end.
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Athens News Matters: September 5th, 2026
Today on Athens News Matters, a look at Street News, a newspaper created by members of the homeless community. Plus, WUGA’s African Perspectives welcomes musician Angélique Kidjo.
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23 min
Athens News Matters: August 29th, 2026
Today on Athens News Matters, a new mural at the Morton Theatre will pay tribute to the rich history of downtown Athens. Plus, a look at the people who keep our roads from caving i…
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23 min
Athens News Matters: August 22nd, 2026
Today on Athens News Matters, the NPR Senior Podcast challenge will give older listeners a chance to share their stories. Plus, a new local comic strip starts next month.
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23 min
Athens News Matters: August 15th, 2026
Today on Athens News Matters, how Athenians can stay safe from the Cyclospora parasite. Plus, a short story collection from a local author is coming out this fall.
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24 min
Athens News Matters: August 8th, 2026
Today on Athens News Matters, Athens is getting an Indoor Football team. Plus, twenty new bands will take the stage at the 40 Watt next weekend.
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23 min
Athens News Matters: August 1st, 2026
Today on Athens News Matters, the parking meters downtown will soon be replaced by a parking payment app. Plus, how you can spot some fireflies before summer comes to an end.
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24 min
Athens News Matters: June 27th, 2026
Today on Athens News Matters, Dexter Fisher on his upcoming term as Mayor of Athens. And, breaking the stigma around grieving a pet.
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23 min
Athens News Matters: June 20th, 2026
Today on Athens News Matters, hear the results of this week’s primary runoff election. Also, the director of the University of Georgia’s Weather Network, Pam Knox, has retired.
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23 min
Athens News Matters: June 13th, 2026
Today on Athens News Matters, Tim Denson and Dexter Fisher in a roundtable discussion on their visions for the future of Athens.
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23 min
Athens News Matters: June 6th, 2026
Today on Athens News Matters, some tips on staying safe from ticks and avoiding Alpha-Gal syndrome. Then, how one cartoonist takes inspiration from the Athens music scene.
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23 min
Athens News Matters: May 30th, 2026
Today on Athens News Matters, sustainable fashion hits the runway in Athens. Plus, the yearly Blueberry Festival seeks to improve the health of land and people.
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23 min
Athens News Matters: May 23rd, 2026
Today on Athens News Matters, an expert weighs in on Georgia’s primary election results. Then, a local historian’s book will be read by student athletes this summer.
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24 min
Athens News Matters: May 16th, 2026
Today on Athens News Matters, reviewing the TSPLOST referendum on this month’s ballot. Then, the Classic City Band will take movie soundtracks to New York City.
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Athens News Matters: May 2nd, 2026
Today on Athens News Matters, Edward Tolley is running for the commission seat in District 7 of Athens-Clarke County. Plus, get a behind-the-scenes angle of one Athens restaurant.