Many students are still struggling since the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, and are now facing shrinking federal oversight as the Trump administration seeks to abolish the Department of Education.  Careshia Moore, founder and CEO of Compete to Succeed Educational Resources, shares why she thinks education reform is crucial in a changing educational landscape.

 

Also, artificial intelligence is changing how large corporations operate, but not everyone has access to the same tools. As Atlanta Tech Week gets underway, RebrandLand AI founder and CEO Kayla Life talks about how nonprofits can be empowered to use AI tools.

<a href="https://www.npr.org/2025/01/29/nx-s1-5258194/students-are-still-struggling-since-the-pandemic-hit-nations-report-card-reveals">Many s</a><a href="https://www.npr.org/2025/01/29/nx-s1-5258194/students-are-still-struggling-since-the-pandemic-hit-nations-report-card-reveals">tudents are still struggling</a>&nbsp;since the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, and are now facing shrinking federal oversight as the Trump administration seeks to abolish the Department of Education.&nbsp; Careshia Moore, founder and CEO of <a href="https://competetosucceed.com/" data-auth="NotApplicable">Compete to Succeed Educational Resources</a>, shares why she thinks education reform is crucial in a changing educational landscape.
&nbsp;
Also, artificial intelligence is changing how large corporations operate, but not everyone has access to the same tools. As Atlanta Tech Week gets underway, <a href="https://www.rebrandland.net/" data-auth="NotApplicable">RebrandLand AI</a>&nbsp;founder and CEO Kayla Life talks about how nonprofits can be empowered to use AI tools.

"Closer Look with Rose Scott" brings you the issues that impact where we live, how we interact, and how we can all thrive. It’s not just about Atlanta; it’s a program for Atlanta. Rose connects with community leaders, CEOs, policymakers, and people who don't often get a platform, and she brings you in on the conversation.

"Closer Look with Rose Scott" brings you the issues that impact where we live, how we interact, and how we can all thrive. It’s not just about Atlanta; it’s a program for Atlanta. Rose connects with community leaders, CEOs, policymakers, and people who don't often get a platform, and she brings you in on the conversation.

Closer Look with Rose Scott

🔊 WABE Podcasts > News, Politics, Health

Education reform in K-12 schools; Atlanta company empowers AI use in nonprofits

On today’s Closer Look, host Rose Scott Councilmember Byron Amos joined the program to discuss his opposition to a 15-acre property that’s meant to provide support and shelter to Atlanta’s unhoused community. Amos argues the site was intended to provide economic opportunity to the city’s westside. 

 

Then, Scott was in conversation with Chef Ron Hsu, owner of the Michelin star rated restaurant, Lazy Betty. Chef Hsu is out with a new cookbook, “Down South + East.” He shares the cultural experiences and flavors that inspired his restaurant and cookbook.

 

Scott also speaks with Poet and author Dr. Joshua Bennett about his new book, “WE (The People of the United States).” As America approaches its 250th anniversary, Bennett explores themes of identity, creativity, and the ways African Americans have shaped every aspect of American life.

On today&rsquo;s <a href="https://www.wabe.org/podcasts/closer-look/">Closer Look</a>, host Rose Scott <a href="https://citycouncil.atlantaga.gov/council-members/byron-amos">Councilmember Byron Amos</a> joined the program to discuss his opposition to a 15-acre property that&rsquo;s meant to provide support and shelter to Atlanta&rsquo;s unhoused community. Amos argues the site was intended to provide economic opportunity to the city&rsquo;s westside.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Then, Scott was in conversation with Chef Ron Hsu, owner of the <a href="https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/georgia/atlanta_2884144/restaurant/lazy-betty">Michelin star</a> rated restaurant, <a href="https://www.lazybettyatl.com/">Lazy Betty</a>. Chef Hsu is out with a new cookbook, &ldquo;Down South + East.&rdquo; He shares the cultural experiences and flavors that inspired his restaurant and cookbook.
&nbsp;
Scott also speaks with Poet and author <a href="https://www.drjoshuabennett.com/">Dr. Joshua Bennett</a> about his new book, &ldquo;WE (The People of the United States).&rdquo; As America approaches its 250th anniversary, Bennett explores themes of identity, creativity, and the ways African Americans have shaped every aspect of American life.

Atlanta Councilmember opposes proposed unhoused shelter; Lazy Betty Chef mixes cultures in new cookbook; Poet calls for an America “that is not yet here”

We revisit “Closer Look” host Rose Scott’s conversation with Dr. Louis W. Sullivan. His dedication to medicine and public health includes serving as the 17th United States Secretary of Health and Human Services and the founding president and dean of the Morehouse School of Medicine. He discusses his journey which put him alongside global leaders like Nelson Mandela, President George H. W. Bush, and several other notables. 

After an eight-year hiatus, Grammy-winning artist Miguel is bringing a myriad of life experiences to his new music and multi-city tour, which recently kicked off at the Coca-Cola Roxy. During his stop in Atlanta, the singer, songwriter and producer spoke with “Closer Look” producer LaShawn Hudson about his bilingual album, “CAOS,” and how he put to music his experience with divorce, a new partner, becoming a father, his Black and Latino culture, as well as current tension in the U.S. surrounding immigration.  

We revisit &ldquo;Closer Look&rdquo; host Rose Scott&rsquo;s conversation with <a href="https://www.wabe.org/dr-louis-sullivan-a-servant-life-in-medicine-and-public-health/">Dr. Louis W. Sullivan</a>. His dedication to medicine and public health includes serving as the 17th United States Secretary of Health and Human Services and the founding president and dean of the Morehouse School of Medicine. He discusses his journey which put him alongside global leaders like Nelson Mandela, President George H. W. Bush, and several other notables.&nbsp;
After an eight-year hiatus, Grammy-winning artist <a href="https://www.officialmiguel.com/">Miguel</a> is bringing a myriad of life experiences to his new music and multi-city tour, which recently kicked off at the Coca-Cola Roxy. During his stop in Atlanta, the singer, songwriter and producer spoke with &ldquo;<a href="https://www.wabe.org/podcasts/closer-look/">Closer Look</a>&rdquo; producer LaShawn Hudson about his bilingual album, &ldquo;CAOS,&rdquo; and how he put to music his experience with divorce, a new partner, becoming a father, his Black and Latino culture, as well as current tension in the U.S. surrounding immigration. &nbsp;

Dr. Louis Sullivan’s dedication to medicine, public health; Miguel begins CAOS tour in Atlanta, with bilingual songs of personal growth and social awareness 

WABE continues to follow the latest involving a controversial land swap between DeKalb County and a movie studio company that has yet to meet any of the promises made in an agreement. WABE environment reporter Marisa Mecke shares her reporting and what’s next for the site.


“Closer Look” host Rose Scott also speaks with PALS Atlanta Executive Director Thomas Lázaro and Jim Marks, who goes by the stage name, Bubba D. Licious. They discuss two major milestones for the local nonprofit which puts its efforts towards helping pet owners in need.

WABE continues to follow the latest involving a <a href="https://www.wabe.org/we-told-you-it-was-coming-developer-never-fulfilled-its-promises-to-dekalb-for-land-swap-now-it-wants-to-sell/">controversial land swap</a> between DeKalb County and a movie studio company that has yet to meet any of the promises made in an agreement. WABE environment reporter Marisa Mecke shares her reporting and what&rsquo;s next for the site.
 <a href="https://www.wabe.org/podcasts/closer-look/">&ldquo;Closer Look&rdquo;</a> host Rose Scott also speaks with <a href="https://www.palsatlanta.org/">PALS Atlanta</a> Executive Director Thomas L&aacute;zaro and Jim Marks, who goes by the stage name, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bubbadlicious/">Bubba D. Licious</a>. They discuss two major milestones for the local nonprofit which puts its efforts towards helping pet owners in need.

Education reform in K-12 schools; Atlanta company empowers AI use in nonprofits

In 1 playlist(s)

Closer Look with Rose Scott

Social links

Follow podcast

Recent clips