The Lola, a women-led co-working space in Atlanta, may be forced to shut down. Dana Xavier Dojnik, CEO of The Lola, and Sagdrina Brown Jalal, the CEO of Atlanta Leadership Consultant and founder of the Legacy Leadership Program, talk with Rose about how federal funding cuts are impacting for-profit businesses that support nonprofit organizations. They also discuss an emergency effort to keep The Lola doors open.

 

Plus, WABE’s environmental reporter Marisa Mecke discusses her latest report about a controversial mining project near South Georgia's Okefenokee Swamp.

<a href="https://the-lola.com/">The Lola</a>, a women-led co-working space in Atlanta, may be forced to shut down. Dana Xavier Dojnik, CEO of The Lola, and Sagdrina Brown Jalal, the CEO of Atlanta Leadership Consultant and founder of the Legacy Leadership Program, talk with Rose about how federal funding cuts are impacting for-profit businesses that support nonprofit organizations. They also discuss <a href="https://the-lola.com/save-the-lola-support-women-founders/">an emergency effort to keep The Lola doors open</a>.
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Plus, WABE&rsquo;s environmental reporter <a href="https://www.wabe.org/people/marisa-mecke/">Marisa Mecke</a> discusses <a href="https://www.wabe.org/conservation-land-deal-stops-okefenokee-mining-plan/">her latest report</a> about a controversial mining project near South Georgia's Okefenokee Swamp.

"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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Trump cuts hit for-profit businesses working with nonprofits; WABE environmental reporter breaks down controversial Okefenokee mining project 

The Mahmoud v. Taylor case has sparked debate about the balance between parental religious freedom, the authority of school boards to establish curricula and the constitutional rights of children. In the case, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that a group of parents in Montgomery County, Maryland, have the right to opt their children out of classroom readings that include LGBTQ themes, citing religious objections. Tanya Monique Washington, a professor at the Center for Access to Justice and the Marjorie F. Knowles Chair in Law at Georgia State University, returned to the program to provide an analysis and break down the implications of the decision.

 

Plus, we remember the legacy of the late poet, author, and educator Nikki Giovanni, whose work championed freedom of expression. We revisit Rose’s conversation with Atlanta-based journalist Ann Hill Bond, who reflects on the power of Giovanni’s words.

The Mahmoud v. Taylor case has sparked debate about the balance between parental religious freedom, the authority of school boards to establish curricula and the constitutional rights of children. In the case, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that a group of parents in Montgomery County, Maryland, have the right to opt their children out of classroom readings that include LGBTQ themes, citing religious objections. <a href="https://law.gsu.edu/profile/tanya-monique-washington/">Tanya Monique Washington</a>, a professor at the Center for Access to Justice and the Marjorie F. Knowles Chair in Law at Georgia State University, returned to the program to provide an analysis and break down the implications of the decision.
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Plus, we remember the legacy of the late poet, author, and educator Nikki Giovanni, whose work championed freedom of expression. We <a href="https://www.wabe.org/atlanta-journalist-ann-hill-bond-discusses-the-influence-of-late-literary-great-nikki-giovanni/">revisit Rose&rsquo;s conversation</a> with Atlanta-based journalist Ann Hill Bond, who reflects on the power of Giovanni&rsquo;s words.

Analysis of Supreme Court’s ruling in Mahmoud v. Taylor; Remembering the power of Nikki Giovanni’s words 

The number of candidates entering the 2026 Georgia gubernatorial race continues to grow. On Tuesday, Georgia Lt. Gov. Burt Jones officially announced his candidacy. Atlanta-based political strategist and analyst Fred Hicks shares insights on the race so far.

 

Plus, after 8 years, it’s a new chapter for Atlanta City Councilmember Amir Farokhi. Farokh talks with Rose about his tenure working in local government, legislation he championed, as well as the challenges he faced and his proudest achievements.

 

Lastly, the Atlanta City Council recently passed a "smart surfaces" policy requiring new and replacement roofs to meet high solar reflectance standards-- meaning they have to be built with light-colored, reflective materials, commonly known as “cool roofs.” Dr. Brian Stone, a professor of urban planning and the director of the Urban Climate Lab at Georgia Tech, explains why he supports the ordinance and how it will potentially help cool neighborhoods, lower energy costs, and save lives.

The number of candidates entering the 2026 Georgia gubernatorial race continues to grow. On Tuesday, <a href="https://www.wabe.org/georgia-republican-burt-jones-finally-enters-the-2026-governors-race/">Georgia Lt. Gov. Burt Jones</a> officially announced his candidacy. Atlanta-based political strategist and analyst <a href="https://fredhicks.com/">Fred Hicks</a> shares insights on the race so far.
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Plus, after 8 years, it&rsquo;s a new chapter for <a href="https://citycouncil.atlantaga.gov/council-members/amir-r-farokhi#ad-image-0">Atlanta City Councilmember Amir Farokhi</a>. Farokh talks with Rose about his tenure working in local government, legislation he championed, as well as the challenges he faced and his proudest achievements.
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Lastly, the Atlanta City Council recently passed <a href="https://citycouncil.atlantaga.gov/Home/Components/News/News/4197/175">a "smart surfaces" policy</a> requiring new and replacement roofs to meet high solar reflectance standards-- meaning they have to be built with light-colored, reflective materials, commonly known as &ldquo;cool roofs.&rdquo; <a href="https://planning.gatech.edu/people/brian-stone">Dr. Brian Stone</a>, a professor of urban planning and the director of the Urban Climate Lab at Georgia Tech, explains why he supports the ordinance and how it will potentially help cool neighborhoods, lower energy costs, and save lives.

Georgia’s Burt Jones finally enters 2026 gubernatorial race; Resigning Atlanta City Councilmember Amir Farokhi talks highs & lows; Atlanta City Council passes “smart surfaces" roof policy 

Friday marks the Fourth of July. People across the Peach State are gearing up for Independence Day celebrations, including the Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Peachtree Road Race. Ahead of the holiday weekend, on Thursday’s special edition of “Closer Look,” host Rose Scott, along with producer Daniel Rayzel, and engineer and grill master Sawyer Vanderwerff open the phones. They take calls from listeners who share tips from seasoning to searing along with the do’s and don’ts of grilling.

Friday marks the Fourth of July. People across the Peach State are gearing up for Independence Day celebrations, including the Atlanta Journal-Constitution&rsquo;s Peachtree Road Race. Ahead of the holiday weekend, on Thursday&rsquo;s special edition of &ldquo;Closer Look,&rdquo; host Rose Scott, along with producer Daniel Rayzel, and engineer and grill master Sawyer Vanderwerff open the phones. They take calls from listeners who share tips from seasoning to searing along with the do&rsquo;s and don&rsquo;ts of grilling.

Trump cuts hit for-profit businesses working with nonprofits; WABE environmental reporter breaks down controversial Okefenokee mining project

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