Battleground: Ballot Box

Georgia Public Broadcasting

Georgia has been the epicenter for the national conversation about who gets to vote and how those votes are counted. In the last few years, many changes have been made through the courts and the court of public opinion. Georgia Public Broadcasting political reporter Stephen Fowler walks through the ins and outs of how voting and politics works in Georgia, highlighting the good, the bad and the complicated.

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Episode 2: A Year That Changed Voting In Georgia

Battleground: Ballot Box

09/26/20 • 15 min

In this episode, we explore how Georgia’s voting landscape changed drastically after the 2018 governor’s race, from lawsuits to the selection of a new voting system.

Episode 1: Six Weeks Out, State Faces Wide Challenges, Shaken Trust In System

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09/22/20 • 17 min

On this episode of Battleground: Ballot Box, we hear from Georgia's Secretary of State, a county elections supervisor, a poll worker and a voter to understand the challenges that loom over a successful November election, and what steps are being done to address them.

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Battleground: Ballot Box

09/14/20 • 1 min

Georgia is a battleground on two fronts this November: who we vote for and how those votes are counted. On “Battleground: Ballot Box” host Stephen Fowler walks through the ins and outs of how voting works in Georgia, highlighting the good, the bad and the complicated. New episodes Tuesdays and Saturdays starting September 22, 2020.

Episode 8: Long Lines, Record Turnout Mark Start of Early Voting

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10/17/20 • 13 min

On Monday, Oct. 12, in-person early voting began in Georgia, and with it came long lines, problems with voting equipment, and a sinking feeling that the issues that plagued June’s primary were doomed to be repeated. It seemed like deja-vu for many voters.

Episode 7: The History Of Racist Voting Laws In Georgia

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10/13/20 • 18 min

On this episode of "Battleground: Ballot Box," we go back in time and explore the history of racist voting laws in Georgia and how the remnants of those decisions are still present today.

Episode 6: A Surge In Registration Brings Demographic Change

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10/09/20 • 13 min

On this episode of "Battleground: Ballot Box," we take a look at voter registration, demographic changes and why Georgia is an electoral battleground.

Bonus: Voting Issues In Georgia, How We Got Here

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10/09/20 • 27 min

In this bonus episode of "Battleground: Ballot Box," host Stephen Fowler chronicles how voting in Georgia has changed from 2018 to 2020.

Episode 5: Let's Make A Voting Plan

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10/05/20 • 9 min

On this episode of "Battleground: Ballot Box," we discuss the importance of making a voting plan, whether you plan to cast your ballot by mail, early in person or on Election Day.

Episode 4: What You Need To Know About Voting By Mail

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10/03/20 • 12 min

On this episode of "Battleground: Ballot Box," we talk about the mail, specifically voting by mail. It is something a record 1.1 million Georgians did in the June primary and at least a million more plan to do for November's election.

Episode 3: Coronavirus Delays, Primary Disasters And A Disrupted 2020

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09/29/20 • 13 min

In this episode, we’re continuing to unpack how Georgia’s election landscape has changed since the nationally watched 2018 governor’s race, from the delivery of voting machines to the coronavirus-stricken primary.

FAQ

How many episodes does Battleground: Ballot Box have?

Battleground: Ballot Box currently has 60 episodes available.

What topics does Battleground: Ballot Box cover?

The podcast is about News, Podcasts, Politics and Government.

What is the most popular episode on Battleground: Ballot Box?

The episode title 'Episode 2: A Year That Changed Voting In Georgia' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Battleground: Ballot Box?

The average episode length on Battleground: Ballot Box is 15 minutes.

How often are episodes of Battleground: Ballot Box released?

Episodes of Battleground: Ballot Box are typically released every 7 days, 4 hours.

When was the first episode of Battleground: Ballot Box?

The first episode of Battleground: Ballot Box was released on Sep 14, 2020.

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