On this edition of Closer Look, Joshua Schwadron, CEO and founder of legal startup Mighty, discusses the group's initiative to expose misaligned attorney-client incentives among large personal injury law firms and continued backlash from within the industry.

On this edition of Closer Look, Joshua Schwadron, CEO and founder of legal startup Mighty, discusses the group's initiative to expose misaligned attorney-client incentives among large personal injury law firms and continued backlash from within the industry.

"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.

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Mighty CEO Joshua Schwadron

DreamHack returns to the Georgia World Congress Center on Friday for three days of 

competitive gaming, esports entertainment, indie game showcases, cosplay championship, live entertainment and more. Special guests include NBA Hall of Famer Dwight Howard and Atlanta-based cosplayer and designer Yaya Han. On Thursday’s edition of “Closer Look,” Han and Nordlander joined the program to share more about the history of DreamHack and what attendees can expect this weekend.

 

Plus, the legendary rock band The Black Crowes just released their 10th studio album, “A Pound of Feathers.” Brothers Chris and Rich Robinson, who are Atlanta natives, are currently traveling for their global tour, the"Southern Hospitality Tour." Rose talks with guitarist and vocalist Rich Robinson, ahead of the band’s performances in Alpharetta on May 23 and in Augusta on June 4.

 

Lastly, for “Closer Look’s” annual graduation series, we hear from Kimberly Sanabria. The 2026 Agnes Scott College graduating senior majored in chemistry and minored in artificial intelligence. Sanabria discusses her academic journey as a first-generation college student and her plans to pursue a career in pharmacy. 

<a href="https://dreamhack.com/atlanta/">DreamHack</a> returns to the Georgia World Congress Center on Friday for three days of&nbsp;
competitive gaming, esports entertainment, indie game showcases, cosplay championship, live entertainment and more. Special guests include NBA Hall of Famer <a href="https://dreamhack.com/atlanta/guest/dwight-howard/">Dwight Howard</a> and Atlanta-based cosplayer and designer <a href="https://dreamhack.com/atlanta/guest/yaya-han/">Yaya Han</a>. On Thursday&rsquo;s edition of <a href="https://www.wabe.org/podcasts/closer-look/">&ldquo;Closer Look,&rdquo;</a> Han and Nordlander joined the program to share more about the history of DreamHack and what attendees can expect this weekend.
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Plus, the legendary rock band <a href="https://theblackcrowes.com/">The Black Crowes</a> just released their 10th studio album,<a href="https://shop.theblackcrowes.com/products/a-pound-of-feathers-cd"> &ldquo;A Pound of Feathers</a>.&rdquo; Brothers Chris and Rich Robinson, who are Atlanta natives, are currently traveling for their global tour, the"Southern Hospitality Tour." Rose talks with guitarist and vocalist Rich Robinson, ahead of the band&rsquo;s performances in Alpharetta on May 23 and in Augusta on June 4.
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Lastly, for <a href="https://www.wabe.org/podcasts/closer-look/">&ldquo;Closer Look&rsquo;s&rdquo;</a> annual<a href="https://www.wabe.org/georgia-gwinnett-college-graduate-turns-personal-growth-into-public-health-purpose/"> graduation series</a>, we hear from <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DL2ofPPRDbZ/">Kimberly Sanabria</a>. The 2026 Agnes Scott College graduating senior majored in chemistry and minored in artificial intelligence. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DL2ofPPRDbZ/">Sanabria</a> discusses her academic journey as a first-generation college student and her plans to pursue a career in pharmacy.&nbsp;

DreamHack 2026 to bring global gaming community to Atlanta; The Black Crowes still rocking with new album and tour; Agnes Scott College 2026 graduate 

In an interview with Closer Look host Rose Scott, Jean Douglass, CEO of the DeKalb County–based Women’s Resource Center to End Domestic Violence, marks her nonprofit’s 40th anniversary, shares the origin of the organization and the assistance they’ve provided. She also shares why they’re changing the name to, In Safe Company.

 

Then, Avanti Moore is the latest graduate to join Closer Look for our graduation series. She shares her challenges, as well as her accomplishments as a campus leader, and how she persevered to graduate from Georgia Gwinnett College.  

In an interview with <a href="https://www.wabe.org/podcasts/closer-look/">Closer Look</a> host Rose Scott, Jean Douglass, CEO of the DeKalb County&ndash;based <a href="https://www.wrcdv.org/">Women&rsquo;s Resource Center to End Domestic Violence</a>, marks her nonprofit&rsquo;s 40th anniversary, shares the origin of the organization and the assistance they&rsquo;ve provided. She also shares why they&rsquo;re changing the name to, In Safe Company.
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Then, <a href="https://www.ggc.edu/about-ggc/news/georgia-gwinnett-college-health-sciences-grad-embraced-change-to-earn-degree">Avanti Moore</a> is the latest graduate to join Closer Look for our graduation series. She shares her challenges, as well as her accomplishments as a campus leader, and how she persevered to graduate from <a href="https://www.ggc.edu/">Georgia Gwinnett College. &nbsp;</a>

DeKalb nonprofit takes new name, expands service for survivors; Georgia Gwinnett College graduate

On Tuesday’s edition of “Closer Look,” Rose Scott hosted a roundtable discussion with farmers from across the state. They explained how the war in Iran is leading to higher costs for fuel and fertilizer, plus the impact on their farms and consumers. They also highlighted how the agriculture industry must change to remain sustainable. 


Also, three Atlanta area HBCU students join the program to share how the CodeHouse Scholars Initiative is preparing them for a career in the tech industry and to make an impact on policy.

On Tuesday&rsquo;s edition of &ldquo;<a href="https://www.wabe.org/podcasts/closer-look/">Closer Look</a>,&rdquo; Rose Scott hosted a roundtable discussion with farmers from across the state. They explained how the war in Iran is leading to higher costs for fuel and fertilizer, plus the impact on their farms and consumers. They also highlighted how the agriculture industry must change to remain sustainable.&nbsp;
 Also, three Atlanta area HBCU students join the program to share how the <a href="https://www.thecodehouse.org/chsi">CodeHouse Scholars Initiative</a> is preparing them for a career in the tech industry and to make an impact on policy.

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