‘Atlanta Is…’ podcast explores stories behind Atlanta’s history, culture and more

The Atlanta Is podcast hosts pose for a picture in front of a bookshelf
Jewel Wicker, Maurice Garland and Christina Lee were featured guests on “Closer Look.” (Venti Views/iHeartRadio and LaShawn Hudson/WABE)

Atlanta is the focus of a new podcast. The podcast produced by Will Packer Productions and Complex is called “Atlanta Is…” The eight-episode series explores the city’s history and culture, spotlighting stories behind Atlanta’s music, film industry, religion, politics and more.

Some of the notable people featured in the production include U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock from Georgia, rapper Ludacris, and pastor Jamal Bryant.

On Monday’s edition of “Closer Look,” program host Rose Scott talks with Atlanta-based writer Maurice Garland and journalists Jewel Wicker and Christina Lee.