Welcome to The Georgia Politics Podcast! It's 1976 again, and a group of felt-covered characters took their first big step toward becoming a cultural phenomenon.

In this episode of The Georgia Politics Podcast's series on the events of 1976, we look back at the launch of The Muppet Show and the arrival of Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, Gonzo and the rest of Jim Henson's unforgettable cast on television.

The show blended puppetry, comedy, music and celebrity guests in a way that had never quite been seen before. What began as a television experiment soon became an international sensation and one of the defining pieces of pop culture of the late 1970s.

We'll revisit how The Muppet Show came together, why it found its home in 1976, and how Jim Henson and his team created characters and a world that would entertain generations.

It's another trip back to 1976 — a year when Kermit and the Muppets made their debut and changed television forever.

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In this episode of The Georgia Politics Podcast, we sit down with Congressman Dr. Rich McCormick for a candidate profile exploring his background, career in medicine, and record representing Georgia in Congress.

McCormick discusses his priorities, the issues facing Georgians, and his vision for the state's future. We also explore his experience in public service and the challenges facing Washington and Georgia voters.

Listen to Season 7, Episode 319, of The Georgia Politics Podcast for a conversation with Congressman Dr. Rich McCormick.

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Welcome to The Georgia Politics Podcast! It's 1976 again, and this time we explore the strange and controversial story of Patty Hearst.

In 1974, the granddaughter of publishing magnate William Randolph Hearst was kidnapped by the Symbionese Liberation Army (SLA), a radical militant group. What followed shocked the nation as Hearst later appeared to join her captors, participating in a bank robbery and becoming one of the most notorious figures in a case that captivated the American public.

We look back at Hearst's kidnapping, her transformation from victim to accused accomplice, the media frenzy surrounding the case and the questions it raised about coercion, radical politics and personal identity. We also examine the legal battle that followed and how the story became one of the most bizarre and debated episodes of 1970s America.

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Welcome to The Georgia Politics Podcast! In Part 17 of our mini-series on events that happened 50 years ago in 1976, we recount the death of Chinese Communist leader Mao Zedong and examine the political upheaval that followed.

Mao died on Sept. 9, 1976, bringing an end to nearly three decades of his leadership over the People's Republic of China. We explore Mao's rise to power, his legacy, the Great Leap Forward and Cultural Revolution, and the uncertainty that followed his death.

We also examine the power struggle within the Chinese Communist Party, the emergence of new leadership and the implications of Mao's death for China, the United States and the broader Cold War.

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Welcome to The Georgia Politics Podcast! It's 1976 again, and in Part 18 we examine Hank Aaron's final seasons with the Milwaukee Brewers.

After spending more than two decades with the Milwaukee Braves and Atlanta Braves, Aaron returned to Milwaukee in 1975 to finish his legendary career with the Brewers. We look back at his transition to the American League, his contributions to the team, and the final chapter of a career that transformed baseball history.

Join us as we revisit Aaron's lasting legacy, his impact on Milwaukee and Atlanta, and the closing seasons of one of baseball's all-time greats.

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Welcome to The Georgia Politics Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with two Democratic candidates for the Georgia House: Dumont Walker (HD 46) and Rob Epstein (HD 23).

Walker and Epstein discuss their backgrounds, why they're running for office, the issues they believe matter most to their communities and their priorities if elected. We also talk about the state of Georgia politics, the challenges facing voters and what they hope to accomplish at the Capitol.

Tune in for an in-depth conversation with two candidates looking to make their mark in the Georgia House.

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Welcome to The Georgia Politics Podcast! In Season 7, Episode 342, we sit down with Eric Tatum, a Republican candidate for Fulton County Board of Commissioners Chairperson.

Tatum discusses his background, why he is running, his vision for Fulton County and the issues he believes are most important to voters. We also talk about public safety, government accountability, economic growth and the challenges facing Georgia's largest county.

Hear directly from Tatum about his campaign, his priorities and what he hopes to accomplish if elected.

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Welcome to The Georgia Politics Podcast! We sat down with Tony Kozycki, the Democratic candidate for Georgia's 7th Congressional District, to respond to our recent interview with Republican U.S. Rep. Rich McCormick.

Kozycki discusses McCormick's comments, his own campaign and the issues he believes are most important to voters in the 7th District. He also shares his perspective on the race and his vision for representing the district in Congress.

Hear directly from Kozycki as he responds to Rep. McCormick and discusses the issues shaping one of Georgia's closely watched congressional races.

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