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Steve Goss : Host, Morning Edition

Steve Goss was first allowed inside a radio station when he interned as a writer and producer for Atlanta News/Talk station WGST. When he was hired by sister station, WPCH (“Peach”), he embarked on a broadcasting career that few in Atlanta have matched. Recently, Steve’s 25+ year tenure on the air and extensive community service was recognized with a “Lifetime Achievement Award” presented by Atlanta Achievement in Radio and the March of Dimes.

Steve is a familiar face around Atlanta, too, as a volunteer for numerous charitable events and fundraisers, and as a sought after Master of Ceremonies at social functions. A graduate of Emory University (M.A., 1976), Steve has received several awards for broadcast journalism, including the Ohio State Award and United Press International’s “Best Radio Feature” prize for his “Peach of a City” series. In 1987 he was named an “Outstanding Georgia Citizen” by the office of the Secretary of State.

Steve enjoys baseball, running..and gardening. He lives in Stone Mountain with his wife, Karen; they have 2 sons—Corey and Garrett.

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John Lemley : Assistant Program Director; host of All Things Considered and Tapestry

John Lemley is assistant program director for WABE and the local host of NPR’s All Things Considered. A graduate of Birmingham-Southern College with a degree in Musical Theatre performance, John displays his music background through Tapestry, a Sunday evening program that features the world’s greatest choral music.

The Oneonta, Alabama native joined the staff of Public Broadcasting Atlanta in June 1997 after serving for five years as music director and afternoon classical music/news host at WBHM, Birmingham’s public radio station.

John lives in Atlanta with his partner, Mike and their three cats: Tillie, Leona and Lexie; and one dog: Jeffrey. John also participates in the Scuppernong Polo Club in Alpharetta, and enjoys the many facets of cookery. Although he doesn’t really cook, he loves collecting cookbooks and watching cooking programs on TV. Since meeting his partner, a classically-trained chef, he’s also had the chance to serve as sous chef… a position he holds only when at home.

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Valerie Richardson Jackson : Literary reviewer and host, Between the Lines

Valerie Richardson Jackson is the host of WABE’s Between the Lines. She has interviewed a wide array of today’s literary, political and social leaders including Sidney Poitier, former president Jimmy Carter, Cornell West, Ayanla Vanzant, Alan Dershowitz and many, many more. During her eight years as First Lady of Atlanta, Mrs. Jackson served as Special Advisor to the City of Atlanta Mayor’s Office of Economic Development, representing our fine city around the world. Her extensive service as ambassador includes helping to bring the 1988 Democratic National Convention and a successful bid for the 1996 Olympic Games to Atlanta. Today, Mrs. Jackson serves various communities as a motivational speaker and continues working with many civic boards and organizations including: The Maynard Jackson Youth Foundation, Habitat for Humanity, Leadership Atlanta and the Northwest Georgia Girl Scout Council to name a few.

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Pat Marcus : Host, Weekend Edition Saturday

Pat Marcus joined 90.1 in 1991. She serves as local host for WABE’s roadcast of Weekend Edition Saturday.

Pat also works closely with WABE’s Membership Department as Manager of On-Air and On-Line Fundraising.

Pat has a background in business, marketing and finance. She is a native New Yorker and worked in international business before beginning her broadcasting career. She lives in Decatur with her family and cat, Eve.

When asked what her dream job would be, she replied “This it it.”