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The City Lights Collective

Discover the best of Atlanta"s arts and culture on The City Lights Collective from WABE. Short stories, rich voices, and innovative ideas, presented by a team of local contributors. From music and theater to spoken word, food, film, and festivals, this is the pulse of Atlanta’s creative world.

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52:06

Mezzo-soprano Jamie Barton / Choreographer Frankie...

The City Lights Collective ·

2025/01/15

Mezzo-soprano Jamie Barton joins ‘City Lights’ ahead of her upcoming performance at Spivey Hall on January 19. Plus, Choreographer Frankie Mulinix discusses the art of Butoh dance, Dr. Scott Stewart joins us for our series, Music in Media, and gallerist Shawn Vinson details the joint grand openings of The Sun ATL and One Contemporary Gallery.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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51:27

Danielle Deadwyler / MJQ’s last days on Ponce and...

The City Lights Collective ·

2025/01/14

Atlanta actor and artist Danielle Deadwyler discusses her new film “The Piano Lesson,” which is streaming now on Netflix. MJQ co-owners Murphy and Ryan Purcell discuss the iconic club’s last days on Ponce de Leon Avenue and its upcoming grand opening in Underground Atlanta.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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56:06

Anniversary Special: City Lights and Closer Look...

The City Lights Collective ·

2025/01/13

In a special live show, Lois Reitzes and Rose Scott reflect on 10 years of City Lights and Closer Look. On January 12, 2015, both shows launched as a part of WABE’s format shift to news and talk radio. The hosts share stories from the first decade on air and how they continue to amplify Atlanta. Guests include longtime contributors and friends of both programs: Camille Russell Love, longtime City of Atlanta Dir. of executive director of the Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs Hank Klibanoff,

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57:21

Anniversary Special: City Lights and Closer Look...

The City Lights Collective ·

2025/01/13

In the second hour of our 10th Anniversary Special, Lois Reitzes and Rose Scott revisit memorable interviews and stories from the last decade, including conversations with actor Colman Domingo, civil rights icon Xernona Clayton, choreographer Hope Boykin, REM frontman Michael Stipe, as well as Closer Look’s investigative series on Atlanta traffic and the unhoused. Explore more Closer Look and City Lights from the last 10 years at wabe.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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52:03

Women in the Civil Rights era / ASO flutist Christina...

The City Lights Collective ·

2025/01/09

Atlanta History Center director of community collaborations, Dr. La’Neice Littleton, and Judge Brenda Cole discuss the upcoming Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration at Atlanta History Center on January 18. They’ll participate in a panel discussion on women in the Civil Rights era. Plus, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra’s principal flutist Christina Smith joins us to celebrate 50 years of the ASO on WABE, and artistic director Tomer Zvulun details the Atlanta Opera’s plans to

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52:11

Rita Dove / Kosmo Vinyl / The Frisky Whisker

The City Lights Collective ·

2025/01/08

Former U.S. poet laureate Rita Dove discusses her upcoming performance of “The Bridgetower,” her poem to be recited in concert with the Emory Chamber Music Society on January 17 at the Schwartz Center for Performing Arts. Plus, we hear about Iggy Pop’s “The Passenger” on “Kosmo’s Vinyl of the Week,” and we’ll learn how “The Frisky Whisker” in Underground pairs a listening room and art gallery with a couple dozen really cool cats.See

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50:41

Rick Steves / Artist Honey Pierre / Musician Antoine...

The City Lights Collective ·

2025/01/07

Travel expert and PBS host Rick Steves joins us for the latest edition of "ATL Up and Away." This month, he explains how research can help make your trip more rewarding. Plus, artist Honey Pierre updates us on the effects of Mint Gallery's sudden closure this past summer. Antoine Gibson takes the spotlight for "Speaking of Music," and Emmy-nominated actor and comedian Matt Walsh discusses his upcoming improv show at Aurora Theater. Did you know that both "City Lights" and "Closer Look" are turning

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51:50

Columbia Pictures turns 100 / Comedian Pauline...

The City Lights Collective ·

2025/01/06

Emory University film experts Matthew Bernstein and Eddy Von Mueller discuss the centennial anniversary of Columbia Pictures. Plus, Pauline Johnson takes the spotlight for our series, “Speaking of Comedy,” and Rough Draft Atlanta’s Beth McKibben joins us for the latest installment of “The Beverage Beat.” This month, she explores Atlanta’s many zero-proof and N/A options for your home bar and local tavern. --- Did you know that both "City Lights" and "Closer Look"

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51:29

Jennifer Barlament on Martin Luther King Celebration...

The City Lights Collective ·

2025/01/02

Atlanta Symphony Orchestra executive director Jennifer Barlament joined “City Lights” host Lois Reitzes to discuss the annual Martin Luther King Celebration Concert, which will be broadcast on WABE on January 20 at 8 p.m. The ASO and Ebenezer Baptist Church, along with special guests, partnered to present this beloved concert. Plus, Atlanta artists Grace Kisa, Corrina Sephora, and Sabre Esler discuss their new exhibition at Gallery 72 titled “Beyond the Cosmos.” We also

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50:45

“Remembering Jimmy Carter: President, Humanitarian, &...

The City Lights Collective ·

2024/12/30

Former President Jimmy Carter passed away at the age of 100. He was a Nobel Peace Prize winner, Georgia governor, humanitarian, and devoted family person. In 1982, he founded The Carter Center with his beloved wife, Rosalynn, and through that organization they have provided humanitarian aid across the globe. Carter was also a poet in addition to his extensive list of achievements. “City Lights” host Lois Reitzes spoke with Carter in 1995 about his first poetry collection “Always a

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51:43

Imane Ayissi: From Africa to the World” / “Jimmy...

The City Lights Collective ·

2024/12/23

Curator Rafael Gomes details the SCAD FASH exhibition "Imane Ayissi: From Africa to the World," which is on view through February 23. Plus, "Jimmy Carter: Rivers and Dreams" co-author Jim Barger Jr. discusses President Jimmy Carter's love of fly fishing.Did you know that both "City Lights" and "Closer Look" are turning 10 in January? It's true, and we'll be celebrating with a special anniversary show on January 13. We'd like to include your voice in the show, so please leave us a message at

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51:48

Composer Carlos Simon / Bully / H Johnson

The City Lights Collective ·

2024/12/19

Composer Carlos Simon details his new album with the National Symphony Orchestra, “Four Symphonic Works.” Plus, we talk to lead singer Alicia Bognanno ahead of her upcoming Atlanta show with her band Bully, and H Johnson stops by for the latest edition of H Johnson’s Jazz Moment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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51:35

Anthony David / “Music in Media” / “Murder on the...

The City Lights Collective ·

2024/12/18

Grammy-nominated soul singer-songwriter Anthony David is celebrating the 20th anniversary of his breakthrough album, “3 Chords and the Truth.” He shares reflections and discusses the evolution of his artistry. Plus, Dr. Scott Stewart joins us for the latest installment of “Music in Media,” and playwright Ryan Landry and director Paul Conroy detail “Murder on the Polar Express,” a drag holiday comic mystery on stage at Out Front Theatre through December 22.See

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51:36

Mimi Zieman’s “Tap Dancing on Mount Everest” / Ashli...

The City Lights Collective ·

2024/12/17

Dr. Mimi Zieman’s new memoir, “Tap Dancing on Mount Everest,” shares the literal and figurative mountains she has overcome in her life. Plus, Atlanta-based filmmaker Ashli J. Washinton has a new documentary out titled “Relatable.” In it, she examines the ways in which Black women often feel isolated in their own unique experiences. Whether that is due to mental health, relationships, career choices, or parenthood. The story is told by seven Black millennial women from

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51:43

“The Mozart Effect” / “Wicked” / Chis Kayser Tribute...

The City Lights Collective ·

2024/12/16

Music contributor Dr. Scott Stewart joins us to discuss the impact of musical experiences on child development, sometimes called “The Mozart Effect.” Plus, SCAD professor Paige Gray details the new “Wicked” movie, we pay tribute to recently departed Atlanta actor Chris Kayser, and we talk to Paleo artist Rob Gaston about “Armored Animals,” which is currently on view at Fernbank Museum.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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51:47

Virginia Willis updated cookbook, “Bon Appetit,...

The City Lights Collective ·

2024/12/12

James Beard award-winning Atlanta chef, cookbook author, and AJC columnist Virginia Willis recently released a revised version of her 2008 cookbook, “Bon Appetit, Y’all!” She shares the special updates in this new edition with “City Lights” host Lois Reitzes. Plus, a new documentary spotlighting Athens rock band Five Eight will be screened at the Plaza Theatre on December 15. Frontman Mike Mantione and filmmaker Marc Pilvinsky discuss “Weirdo: The Story of Five

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51:37

“Bookmarked with Alison Law” / Dr. Boyana Ginn

The City Lights Collective ·

2024/12/11

Book enthusiast Alison Law stops by for our recurring series, “Bookmarked.” Law knows that giving holiday gifts to bookworms can sometimes be overwhelming, so she’s created categories of literary lovers to help you shop for your favorite reader. Plus, Atlanta artist Dr. Bojana Ginn discusses her recently ended residency with Georgia Tech, which focused on using art to enhance STEM education.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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51:59

Piedmont Park turns 120 / Atlanta Holiday Productions

The City Lights Collective ·

2024/12/10

Doug Widener, President and CEO of the Piedmont Park Conservancy, joins us to celebrate the 120th anniversary of Piedmont Park, and we learn what the future holds for one of our city’s most important green spaces. Plus, we hear about some festive holiday productions coming to Atlanta theaters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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50:50

“When Southern Women Cook” / NPR Student Podcast...

The City Lights Collective ·

2024/12/09

Toni Tipton Martin and Morgan Bolling discuss their new book, “When Southern Women Cook.” Plus, we hear about local winners of the NPR Student Podcast Challenge, and Thurston Moore is coming to Atlanta on December 10, and we catch up with the Sonic Youth co-founder ahead of his book event and screening at the Tara Theater.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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51:27

Michael Stipe / Poet Lauren Doriahna / H Johnson /...

The City Lights Collective ·

2024/12/05

Michael Stipe, visual artist and former REM lead singer, discusses his new exhibition, “Even the Birds Gave Pause,” which is on view at Jackson Fine Art through January 18. Plus, Lauren Doriahna takes the spotlight for our series, “Speaking of Poetry,” H Johnson shares stories about jazz pianist Red Garland, and Team City Lights gathers to detail some of the many upcoming Atlanta holiday concerts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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