Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens recently appointed Judge LaDawn Blackett to be Atlanta's interim inspector general. Her appointment comes in the aftermath of Shannon Manigault’s resignation over alleged interference and harassment. Interim IG Blackett joins “Closer Look” to discuss leading the OIG and her top priorities while assigned to lead the office.

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens <a href="https://www.atlantaga.gov/Home/Components/News/News/15379/1338#:~:text=ATLANTA%E2%80%94%20Mayor%20Andre%20Dickens%20has,and%20Dekalb%20County%20State%20Court.">recently appointed Judge LaDawn Blackett</a> to be Atlanta's interim inspector general. Her appointment comes in the aftermath of <a href="https://www.wabe.org/atlanta-oig-on-resignation-the-city-wasnt-really-interested-in-rooting-out-fraud-waste-abuse-and-corruption/">Shannon Manigault&rsquo;s resignation</a> over alleged interference and harassment. Interim IG Blackett joins &ldquo;Closer Look&rdquo; to discuss leading the OIG and her top priorities while assigned to lead the office.

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Atlanta’s new interim inspector general talks top priorities 

For five years, Georgia RSVP Clinic has provided critical care to people who have suffered spinal cord and brain injuries. Volunteers rehabilitate patients who are uninsured or underinsured, providing them care that would otherwise cost close to $1 million in some cases. Here in Georgia, more than 1.2 million people are without health insurance, leaving the state with one of the highest uninsured rates in the country. Georgia also has many people with brain and spinal cord injuries who are uninsured. On today’s “Closer Look with Rose Scott,” we hear the personal story of Rahsaan Wise, who was left paralyzed by a gunshot wound. With the determination of his mother, they found the nonprofit and the treatment Wise needed without being prohibited by costs. We also learn of Georgia RSVP Clinic’s work, despite various challenges for the uninsured and underinsured.

For five years, <a href="https://www.garsvpclinic.org/">Georgia RSVP Clinic</a> has provided critical care to people who have suffered spinal cord and brain injuries. Volunteers rehabilitate patients who are uninsured or underinsured, providing them care that would otherwise cost close to $1 million in some cases. Here in Georgia, more than 1.2 million people are without health insurance, leaving the state with one of the highest uninsured rates in the country. Georgia also has many people with brain and spinal cord injuries who are uninsured. On today&rsquo;s &ldquo;<a href="https://www.wabe.org/podcasts/closer-look/">Closer Look with Rose Scott</a>,&rdquo; we hear the personal story of Rahsaan Wise, who was left paralyzed by a gunshot wound. With the determination of his mother, they found the nonprofit and the treatment Wise needed without being prohibited by costs. We also learn of Georgia RSVP Clinic&rsquo;s work, despite various challenges for the uninsured and underinsured.

How Georgia RSVP Clinic provides necessary, life-changing care to uninsured and underinsured

On today’s “Closer Look with Rose Scott,” Caribbean-American actor Juliette Jeffers shares her coming-of-age film, “Pan Gyul.” Featured at multiple film festivals, including Atlanta’s BronzeLens Film Festival, the movie takes viewers to the island of Nevis. Jeffers spoke with Scott about the 15-minute film that was shot within six days. She also discussed what else she hopes to achieve in the film industry – including more feature films, film festivals, and compete for more awards.

 

Also on today’s show, for the past seven years, Brad Raffensperger has served as Georgia’s 29th Secretary of State. It's a position that gained Raffensperger international attention -- as well as threats from some Trump supporters -- when he defended Georgia's 2020 election results. Now, Raffensperger is preparing Georgians for one last midterm election before he leaves office in January, before sharing what's next for him. He also reflects on the changes to the state’s voting system during his tenure and shares his confidence in the security of Georgia elections.

On today&rsquo;s &ldquo;<a href="https://www.wabe.org/podcasts/closer-look/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-outlook-id="e8b8a7cc-98ef-44ed-b9a6-929e1ef68ed7" data-linkindex="0">Closer Look with Rose Scott</a>,&rdquo; Caribbean-American actor <a href="https://www.juliettejeffers.com/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-outlook-id="c6a5d636-d908-49cd-9843-7d8ba10fe040" data-linkindex="1">Juliette Jeffers</a> shares her coming-of-age film, &ldquo;<a href="https://www.pangyulfilm.com/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-outlook-id="771b6912-35d0-4362-a8ff-105eb1585003" data-linkindex="2">Pan Gyul</a>.&rdquo; Featured at multiple film festivals, including Atlanta&rsquo;s <a href="https://bronzelens.com/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-outlook-id="69a5383d-89f4-4937-80f3-4a9f39653336" data-linkindex="3">BronzeLens Film Festival</a>, the movie takes viewers to the island of Nevis. Jeffers spoke with Scott about the 15-minute film that was shot within six days. She also discussed what else she hopes to achieve in the film industry &ndash; including more feature films, film festivals, and compete for more awards.
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Also on today&rsquo;s show, for the past seven years, <a href="https://sos.ga.gov/page/about-secretary-raffensperger" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-outlook-id="41eb2d15-3628-47ad-a962-b73866b0d6ef" data-linkindex="4">Brad Raffensperger</a> has served as Georgia&rsquo;s 29th Secretary of State. It's a position that gained Raffensperger international attention -- as well as threats from some Trump supporters -- when he defended Georgia's 2020 election results. Now, Raffensperger is <a href="https://sos.ga.gov/how-to-guide/how-guide-register-vote" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-outlook-id="efc3928c-da7e-4f52-a7cc-8f148e0ab8a7" data-linkindex="5">preparing Georgians for one last midterm election</a> before he leaves office in January, before sharing what's next for him. He also reflects on the changes to the state&rsquo;s voting system during his tenure and shares his confidence in the security of Georgia elections.

 ‘Pan Gyul’ Director shares her cinematic ambitions; Brad Raffensperger on his time as Georgia's Secretary of State

It’s called a silver tsunami: the rapidly growing population of America’s seniors. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 20% of Georgia’s population will be 60 or older by 2030 – an increase of almost 34% since 2012. On today’s “Closer Look with Rose Scott,” we examine aging in Georgia. We’ll hear from government and agency leaders about the housing and healthcare needs of senior citizens, what Georgia is offering them and what resources are still needed. We also discuss the unique needs of LGBTQ+ seniors, 70% of whom reportedly hide their sexual orientation when seeking doctors and senior living facilities.

 

GUESTS INCLUDE:

Becky Kurtz, Atlanta Regional Commission's managing director of aging and independence services

Heather Terry, community relations director at Senior Services of North Fulton

South Fulton Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs

Jim Prussak, CEO of Applause Home Care

It&rsquo;s called a silver tsunami: the rapidly growing population of America&rsquo;s seniors. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 20% of Georgia&rsquo;s population will be 60 or older by 2030 &ndash; an increase of almost 34% since 2012. On today&rsquo;s &ldquo;<a href="https://www.wabe.org/podcasts/closer-look/">Closer Look with Rose Scott</a>,&rdquo; we examine aging in Georgia. We&rsquo;ll hear from government and agency leaders about the housing and healthcare needs of senior citizens, what Georgia is offering them and what resources are still needed. We also discuss the unique needs of LGBTQ+ seniors, 70% of whom reportedly hide their sexual orientation when seeking doctors and senior living facilities.
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GUESTS INCLUDE:
Becky Kurtz, Atlanta Regional Commission's managing director of <a href="https://atlantaregional.org/what-we-do/aging-services-and-resources/aging_and_health/">aging and independence services</a>
Heather Terry, community relations director at&nbsp;<a href="https://ssnorthfulton.org/">Senior Services of North Fulton</a>
South Fulton Mayor <a href="https://www.cityofsouthfultonga.gov/3257/Carmalitha-Gumbs">Carmalitha Gumbs</a>
<a href="https://public.app.basecamp.com/p/sE7FN1n8XtAUNefv2NAXFWFx">Jim Prussak</a>, CEO of Applause Home Care

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