City Lights with Lois Reitzes

Charlotte-based artist and photographer Micah Cash discusses his new photography exhibition, "Waffle House Vistas," at the Georgia Museum of Art through June 1. Plus, Anthony "Firefly" Gasaway, Jr. and Joy "Kuma" Rowe of the FyreNation Crew take the spotlight for our series, "Speaking of Dance," and actor and musician Dua Saleh stops by ahead of their upcoming concert at Vinyl. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grammy award-winning singers Rebecca and Megan Lovell of the band Larkin Poe discuss their new album, “Bloom.” Plus, we hear about an upcoming concert celebrating Milt Gabler and Commodore Records, and we celebrate the life and legacy of David Lynch. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“Nickel Boys” director and co-screenplay writer RaMell Ross discusses why he shot the award-winning film entirely from a first-person point of view. Plus, actor Linseigh Green discusses her extraordinary achievements in theater and advocacy, artist and music enthusiast Kosmo Vinyl stops by for “Kosmo’s Vinyl of the Week,” and violinist Jason Anick and pianist Jason Yeager detail their new collaborative album, “Sanctuary.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bestselling author Abbott Kahler discusses their new book, “Eden Undone: A True Story of Sex, Murder, and Utopia at the Dawn of World.” Plus, actor James Morrison details his new one-man play that chronicles the struggles of a parent whose son is battling brain cancer and artistic director Yao Lu tells us about the Magic Eastern Ensemble’s upcoming Lunar New Year concert, “Journey Through Time.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Director Mark Valdez discusses the Alliance Theatre’s world premiere stage adaptation of the Newbery Award-winning picture book “Doctor De Soto.” Plus, H Johnson stops by for “H Johnson’s Jazz Moment,” artists Savonna Nicole Atkins and Rachel Gant detail their new exhibition, “Through Windows and Across Parks,” and Atlanta Symphony Orchestra principal oboist Elizabeth Tiscione joins us to celebrate 50 years of ASO broadcasts on WABE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mezzo-soprano Jamie Barton joins ‘City Lights’ ahead of her upcoming performance at Spivey Hall on January 19. Plus, Choreographer Frankie Mulinix discusses the art of Butoh dance, Dr. Scott Stewart joins us for our series, Music in Media, and gallerist Shawn Vinson details the joint grand openings of The Sun ATL and One Contemporary Gallery. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Atlanta actor and artist Danielle Deadwyler discusses her new film “The Piano Lesson,” which is streaming now on Netflix. MJQ co-owners Murphy and Ryan Purcell discuss the iconic club’s last days on Ponce de Leon Avenue and its upcoming grand opening in Underground Atlanta. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a special live show, Lois Reitzes and Rose Scott reflect on 10 years of City Lights and Closer Look. On January 12, 2015, both shows launched as a part of WABE’s format shift to news and talk radio. The hosts share stories from the first decade on air and how they continue to amplify Atlanta. Guests include longtime contributors and friends of both programs: Camille Russell Love, longtime City of Atlanta Dir. of executive director of the Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs Hank Klibanoff, journalist, a Pulitzer Prize-winning author and a Peabody Award-winning podcast host of Buried Truths Nsenga Burton, founder and editor in-chief of the award-winning news site The Burton Wire Chris Escobar, owner of the Tara and Plaza Theatres and executive director of the Atlanta Film Society Plus, performances from poet Jon Goode, comedian Mark Kendall, poet Adán Bean, and violinist Alice Hong. Explore more Closer Look and City Lights from the last 10 years at wabe.org. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour of our 10th Anniversary Special, Lois Reitzes and Rose Scott revisit memorable interviews and stories from the last decade, including conversations with actor Colman Domingo, civil rights icon Xernona Clayton, choreographer Hope Boykin, REM frontman Michael Stipe, as well as Closer Look’s investigative series on Atlanta traffic and the unhoused. Explore more Closer Look and City Lights from the last 10 years at wabe.org. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Atlanta History Center director of community collaborations, Dr. La’Neice Littleton, and Judge Brenda Cole discuss the upcoming Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration at Atlanta History Center on January 18. They’ll participate in a panel discussion on women in the Civil Rights era. Plus, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra’s principal flutist Christina Smith joins us to celebrate 50 years of the ASO on WABE, and artistic director Tomer Zvulun details the Atlanta Opera’s plans to transform the historic Bobby Jones Clubhouse into a home for opera and the performing arts. Did you know that both "City Lights" and "Closer Look" are turning 10 this month? It's true, and we'll be celebrating with a special anniversary show. We'd like to include your voice in the show, so please leave us a message at 678-686-0354 and let us know what "City Lights" means to you. And don't forget to tune in on January 13 for a combined special with Closer Look from Noon-2 pm, on WABE 90.1 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former U.S. poet laureate Rita Dove discusses her upcoming performance of “The Bridgetower,” her poem to be recited in concert with the Emory Chamber Music Society on January 17 at the Schwartz Center for Performing Arts. Plus, we hear about Iggy Pop’s “The Passenger” on “Kosmo’s Vinyl of the Week,” and we’ll learn how “The Frisky Whisker” in Underground pairs a listening room and art gallery with a couple dozen really cool cats. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Travel expert and PBS host Rick Steves joins us for the latest edition of "ATL Up and Away." This month, he explains how research can help make your trip more rewarding. Plus, artist Honey Pierre updates us on the effects of Mint Gallery's sudden closure this past summer. Antoine Gibson takes the spotlight for "Speaking of Music," and Emmy-nominated actor and comedian Matt Walsh discusses his upcoming improv show at Aurora Theater. Did you know that both "City Lights" and "Closer Look" are turning 10 this month? It's true, and we'll be celebrating with a special anniversary show. We'd like to include your voice in the show, so please leave us a message at 678-686-0354 and let us know what "City Lights" means to you. And don't forget to tune in on January 13 for a combined special with Closer Look from Noon-2 pm, on WABE 90.1 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Emory University film experts Matthew Bernstein and Eddy Von Mueller discuss the centennial anniversary of Columbia Pictures. Plus, Pauline Johnson takes the spotlight for our series, “Speaking of Comedy,” and Rough Draft Atlanta’s Beth McKibben joins us for the latest installment of “The Beverage Beat.” This month, she explores Atlanta’s many zero-proof and N/A options for your home bar and local tavern. --- Did you know that both "City Lights" and "Closer Look" are turning 10 in January? It's true, and we'll be celebrating with a special anniversary show on January 13. We'd like to include your voice in the show, so please leave us a message at 678-686-0354 and let us know what "City Lights" means to you. And don't forget to tune in on January 13 for a combined special with Closer Look from Noon-2 pm, right here on WABE 90.1 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Atlanta Symphony Orchestra executive director Jennifer Barlament joined “City Lights” host Lois Reitzes to discuss the annual Martin Luther King Celebration Concert, which will be broadcast on WABE on January 20 at 8 p.m. The ASO and Ebenezer Baptist Church, along with special guests, partnered to present this beloved concert. Plus, Atlanta artists Grace Kisa, Corrina Sephora, and Sabre Esler discuss their new exhibition at Gallery 72 titled “Beyond the Cosmos.” We also listen back to curator Kimberli Gant discussing the High’s exhibition, “Giants: Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys.” Did you know that both "City Lights" and "Closer Look" are turning 10 in January? It's true, and we'll be celebrating with a special anniversary show on January 13. We'd like to include your voice in the show, so please leave us a message at 678-686-0354 and let us know what "City Lights" means to you. And don't forget to tune in on January 13 for a combined special with Closer Look from Noon-2 pm, right here on WABE 90.1 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former President Jimmy Carter passed away at the age of 100. He was a Nobel Peace Prize winner, Georgia governor, humanitarian, and devoted family person. In 1982, he founded The Carter Center with his beloved wife, Rosalynn, and through that organization they have provided humanitarian aid across the globe. Carter was also a poet in addition to his extensive list of achievements. “City Lights” host Lois Reitzes spoke with Carter in 1995 about his first poetry collection “Always a Reckoning.” Plus, we listen back to Lois’ conversation with the filmmakers behind “Jimmy Carter: Rock & Roll President.” And we revisit the documentary “Carterland.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Curator Rafael Gomes details the SCAD FASH exhibition "Imane Ayissi: From Africa to the World," which is on view through February 23. Plus, "Jimmy Carter: Rivers and Dreams" co-author Jim Barger Jr. discusses President Jimmy Carter's love of fly fishing. Did you know that both "City Lights" and "Closer Look" are turning 10 in January? It's true, and we'll be celebrating with a special anniversary show on January 13. We'd like to include your voice in the show, so please leave us a message at 678-686-0354 and let us know what "City Lights" means to you. And don't forget to tune in on January 13 for a combined special with Closer Look from Noon-2 pm, right here on WABE 90.1 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Composer Carlos Simon details his new album with the National Symphony Orchestra, “Four Symphonic Works.” Plus, we talk to lead singer Alicia Bognanno ahead of her upcoming Atlanta show with her band Bully, and H Johnson stops by for the latest edition of H Johnson’s Jazz Moment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grammy-nominated soul singer-songwriter Anthony David is celebrating the 20th anniversary of his breakthrough album, “3 Chords and the Truth.” He shares reflections and discusses the evolution of his artistry. Plus, Dr. Scott Stewart joins us for the latest installment of “Music in Media,” and playwright Ryan Landry and director Paul Conroy detail “Murder on the Polar Express,” a drag holiday comic mystery on stage at Out Front Theatre through December 22. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Mimi Zieman’s new memoir, “Tap Dancing on Mount Everest,” shares the literal and figurative mountains she has overcome in her life. Plus, Atlanta-based filmmaker Ashli J. Washinton has a new documentary out titled “Relatable.” In it, she examines the ways in which Black women often feel isolated in their own unique experiences. Whether that is due to mental health, relationships, career choices, or parenthood. The story is told by seven Black millennial women from Atlanta, including herself. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Music contributor Dr. Scott Stewart joins us to discuss the impact of musical experiences on child development, sometimes called “The Mozart Effect.” Plus, SCAD professor Paige Gray details the new “Wicked” movie, we pay tribute to recently departed Atlanta actor Chris Kayser, and we talk to Paleo artist Rob Gaston about “Armored Animals,” which is currently on view at Fernbank Museum. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.