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The Ron Show

Welcome to the Ron Show - Atlanta"s only progressive audio platform airing five days a week on Georgia Now, M-F 4-6pm (replaying 8-10am the next weekday). Host Ron Roberts covers Atlanta, metro Atlanta, Georgia and national politics from a pretty unique lens ... he"s just your run-of-the-mill Georgia-born gay progressive cat-dad realtor & talk show host. Dime a dozen, right?

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01:28:59

Fani faced down GA Senate as second Trump pressure...

The Ron Show ·

2025/12/19

A newly revealed audio recording puts fresh attention on Donald Trump’s post-2020 efforts to pressure Georgia officials, and Ron breaks down why it matters now. The New York Times reports Trump urged then-House Speaker David Ralston to help overturn Georgia’s election results, adding new context to the already controversial interference case.At the same time, Fulton County DA Fani Willis testified before a Georgia Senate committee in a hearing that produced plenty of heat but little clarity

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01:29:02

'Archie Bunker' = Donald Trump & SCOTUS want to turn...

The Ron Show ·

2025/12/16

Ron takes listeners on a wide-ranging conversation that links America’s past to its present — from classic TV sitcoms to today’s political battles. Drawing parallels between All in the Family’s Archie Bunker and modern MAGA politics, Ron explores how culture once forced hard conversations into American living rooms — and what’s changed since.The show also digs into the high-stakes fight over voting rights, with Lauren Groh-Wargo of Fair Fight Action warning about the potential fallout if the Supreme

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00:44:29

From Tragedy to Hope: Why Tone Matters in Moments of...

The Ron Show ·

2025/12/16

A weekend meant for celebration instead delivered heartbreak, violence, and unanswered questions. Ron reflects on a series of tragic events—from mass shootings at home and abroad - including the double murder of Rob Reiner and wife Michelle - to the disturbing rhetoric that followed—and asks what leadership should look like in moments like this.At the center of the conversation is a powerful act of courage: a Muslim man risking his life to stop further bloodshed at a Hanukkah gathering in Australia

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01:29:00

Sterling Thrill joins the Ron Show & Warnock pledges...

The Ron Show ·

2025/12/14

Ron welcomes comedian Sterling Thrill for a wide-ranging, candid conversation that blends humor with hard truths about life in today’s America. The two dive into why healthcare feels unaffordable even when you’re insured, how being poor often costs more in the long run, and why political double standards leave so many people frustrated. Sterling brings a comedian’s sharp eye to rising prices, cultural hypocrisy, and the everyday stress facing working people, while Ron connects the dots to bigger

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00:44:29

Inside “Detained in Georgia”: Emily Wu Pearson on...

The Ron Show ·

2025/12/12

WABE’s Emily Wu Pearson joins Ron to discuss her in-depth reporting from Detained in Georgia. Emily explains how the ICE detention facility in Lumpkin shapes daily life in Stewart County — from limited economic benefits to the strain on families, attorneys, and volunteers working to support detainees. Ron also unpacks Georgia’s sobering 2026 economic forecast, including sluggish growth, rising unemployment, and the nationwide policy shifts affecting household budgets. From ACA subsidy fights to

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00:44:30

Georgia Democrats Flip a Deep-Red House Seat

The Ron Show ·

2025/12/11

Georgia Democratic Party chair Charlie Bailey joins briefly to speak with Ron about an unexpected House flip, why it matters, and how momentum is shaping 2026. Ron then unpacks a tense Public Service Commission hearing as a surprise Georgia Power deal sparks protests and questions about cost, transparency, and the state’s data-center boom. He also walks listeners through the stalled ballot-machine debate, new movement on ACA subsidies, and a major shift hitting millions of student-loan borrowers

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01:08:00

Scott Sanders, Eric Gisler on today's ballot, plus:...

The Ron Show ·

2025/12/10

Ron unpacks a flurry of Georgia political headlines, starting with an AJC report on expanding federal investigations into pandemic-era fraud that now includes charges against a state lawmaker. He then turns to the fast-moving developments surrounding Fani Willis, who has agreed to testify before a state Senate committee—raising questions about politics, process, and precedent.Ron also highlights a major federal ruling striking down Georgia’s ban on gender-affirming care for inmates and breaks down

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01:28:58

MTG spills the tea, the TN "near miss" has a GA Dem...

The Ron Show ·

2025/12/09

HOUR 1Marjorie Taylor Greene's '60 Minutes' interview went over like a lead balloon at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, but she managed to spill the GOP tea for everyone else eager for a pot-stirring. Ron weaved through the juiciest bits, then hopped on a call with CBS News DC correspondent Stacy Lyn for Trump's reaction. Meanwhile, the "near miss" in Tennessee's special House race last week has Georgia candidates like Lexy Doherty feeling vastly more hopeful about prospects

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00:44:29

Ethics Battles: Carr vs. Jones and the GOP’s Internal...

The Ron Show ·

2025/12/06

Ron unpacks a whirlwind of breaking news, starting with the long-awaited arrest in the 2021 pipe-bomb case and the suspect’s claimed motive — a development that cuts directly through MAGA talking points. Ron walks listeners through shifting narratives, political hypocrisy, and why some on the right suddenly want distance from their own conspiracy theories.Then the focus turns to Georgia, where a mysterious $1 million ad hits Lt. Gov. Burt Jones and sparks questions neither party is eager to answer

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01:28:59

If GA's 2026 election is stolen, we've already seen...

The Ron Show ·

2025/12/05

Ron opens Thursday’s show fired up after Wall Street Journal reporting confirms a theory he raised earlier this week about Georgia native / Morehouse graduate Admiral Alvin Holsey’s abrupt retirement. It seems SECDOW Pete Hegseth didn't much care for Holsey's persistent pushback on (potentially) illegal orders given in the Caribbean. Ron lined it up earlier this week: the Holsey surprise resignation announcement was mere weeks after the "double tap" bombing that has Hegseth

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01:28:58

What TN-07 could mean in Georgia, Pete's penchant &...

The Ron Show ·

2025/12/02

Might this be the last of the special elections in Georgia this year? No, there's another on the 9th (ranked choice would eliminate this silliness). Still, a tight Tennessee Congressional special election could signal shifting political winds. Nick Alex, a Democrat running in Georgia’s gerrymandered 9th District, joined the show today. What happens in Tennessee today could be a bellwether for his campaign, centered on affordability, rural health care, and persuading voters who feel left behind

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01:29:27

Young GA GOP leader resigns after sting; Ron talks to...

The Ron Show ·

2025/12/02

A fast-moving story surrounding 19-year-old former Georgia GOP assistant secretary Ja'Quon Stembridge, whose sudden resignation made headlines after a vigilante sting video swept across social media. Ron spoke directly with "Angelus" of Street Sweepers TV, who explains how his group’s decoy operation unfolded and why the encounter escalated the way it did. Later, Ron brings on Eric from Blue Georgia, who shares how GOP leadership reacted—and why his posts quickly drew blocks from party

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00:44:30

Trump's scheme to alter 2020 Georgia outcome will go...

The Ron Show ·

2025/11/27

Today (something of a "Friday news dump" going into Thanksgiving) we learned the special prosecutor who'd inherited the Fulton County District Attorney's RICO case against Donald Trump and more than a dozen co-conspirators sought (and was granted) a dismissal. On with Ron to discuss is CBS News legal analyst, author & professor Thane Rosenbaum.

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00:44:29

A 'political Pentagon' takes aim at a hero while PSC...

The Ron Show ·

2025/11/26

The Pentagon’s extraordinary move to potentially court-martial Sen. Mark Kelly had Ron bring on CBS News military analyst Jeff McCausland for context about military law, illegal orders, and the political tension surrounding the case. This is not normal.Back at home, Ron unpacks new Public Service Commission staff warnings that Georgia Power’s proposed expansion could spike residential bills by $20 or more. Their decision to act on Georgia Power's request before seating newly elected Democrat

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01:28:58

MTG's exit: Shawn Harris was prepared for this &...

The Ron Show ·

2025/11/25

Ron dives in after a whirlwind weekend where Marjorie Taylor Greene stunned Georgia politicos with her early resignation. What does this mean for GA-14, and who’s actually ready for the chaos? Democratic candidate Shawn Harris joins to share that he and his campaign actually anticipated MTG’s departure and how it might actually give him the opportunity to wrest a seat from the Republicans and give his constituents a taste of what he seeks to offer if he keeps the seat beyond November.David

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01:28:58

Sandy Springs runoff sparks party rift: Dontaye...

The Ron Show ·

2025/11/22

A lot of ground covered today ... Ron opens with the political jolt in Sandy Springs, where Democratic State Rep. Esther Panitch crossed party lines to endorse former Georgia GOP chair and incumbent mayor Rusty Paul. Ron speaks directly with mayoral candidate Dontaye Carter, who outlines why the endorsement misrepresents his record, inflames racial dog whistles, and reflects deeper issues of elitism and accountability inside Democratic circles. Carter also details his platform on affordability,

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01:06:59

Maybe we're just over-jailing & under-serving

The Ron Show ·

2025/11/21

PLUS: is Esther Panitch a DINO? How can we trust what we see from Georgia's leaders & will data centers leave us in a wintry darkness?Today, Rons threads together several major developments shaping Georgia and the nation. The hour opens with Fulton County’s proposed tax increase to meet federal consent-decree obligations for the county jail—an issue Ron argues reflects a broader philosophical debate over public safety, policing, and the kinds of services communities truly need. He contrasts

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00:44:30

A 427–1 vote makes for a rattled "Piggy"

The Ron Show ·

2025/11/20

Ron walks listeners through a fast-developing national story: the remarkably swift and nearly unanimous congressional vote to release the long-sealed Jeffrey Epstein files. After months of hesitation from Republican leaders, both the House and Senate reversed course and advanced the bill with overwhelming support. Ron explores what led to this sudden change, why observers across the political spectrum are questioning the timing, and what the next steps may look like as the Department of Justice

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01:28:58

Who wins if GA kills the Income Tax?

The Ron Show ·

2025/11/19

PLUS: Georgia (nearly) stand alone in its embrace of touchscreen voting technology that runs afoul of its own lawGeorgia Republicans are racing toward a Florida- and Tennessee-style dream: wiping out the state income tax and pitching it as an overnight “5% raise” for struggling families. Ron digs into what the Georgia Budget and Policy Institute says really happens if lawmakers eliminate the 5.19% personal income tax that currently brings in nearly half of Georgia’s revenue. Their analysis shows the

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01:28:57

The MTG & DJT split: What’s really behind the MAGA...

The Ron Show ·

2025/11/18

PLUS: John Williams aims to slide into Georgia's open state Senate seat tomorrow w/a locally focused platformRon breaks down ⁠the growing rift between former President Donald Trump and Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene⁠—a split that has quickly shifted from quiet tension to ⁠an open political break⁠. ⁠Their disagreement⁠ over releasing the Epstein files has triggered new divisions inside the GOP and raised questions about how Greene’s recent attempts at moderation are being received by voters

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