Closer Look with Rose Scott

New developments in Georgia election interference case; WABE’s H. Johnson to receive a national award; National Black Arts Festival celebrates 35 years

October 4, 2023

WABE politics reporter Sam Gringlas returns to “Closer Look” to discuss the latest developments in the Fulton County election interference case.

 

Plus, veteran radio host and jazz & blues aficionado H. Johnson will be honored with a Presidential Volunteers Service Award at the National Black Radio Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony this weekend. We revisit Rose’s conversation with H., as the two discuss the history of blues music.

 

Lastly,the National Black Arts Festival (NBAF) is celebrating its 35th anniversary this weekend. NBAF executive director Stephanie Owens and NBAF artistic director Oronike Odeleye, discuss the huge milestone, championing equity through art, and NBAF’s inaugural artists showcase. 

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