The Exit Interview with Decatur Mayor Patti Garrett
Release Date: 12/12/2025
DeKalb County CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson Joins the Show
The Decaturish Download
Lorraine Cochran-Johnson joins The Decaturish Download for an in-depth conversation about leadership, local government and the issues shaping DeKalb County. From navigating growth and infrastructure challenges to public safety, housing and community priorities, Cochran-Johnson discusses her vision for the county and what residents should expect in the year ahead. The interview offers insight into how decisions at the county level directly affect life across Decatur and DeKalb — and what’s next for one of metro Atlanta’s most diverse communities.
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The Exit Interview with Decatur Mayor Patti Garrett
The Decaturish Download
Mayor Patti Garrett was elected to the city commission in 2009 and has served as the city’s mayor since 2016. On this episode of the Decaturish Download, she's reflecting on her time as mayor and where the city is headed.
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DeKalb County Commissioner Robert Patrick Discuss Data Centers, AI and More
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DeKalb County District 1 Commissioner Robert Patrick joined the Decaturish Download to talk about data centers, AI, the DeKalb Peachtree Airport, and more. The Decaturish DL airs every Thursday at 7 p.m. on YouTube and Facebook Live.
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A local expert answers YOUR questions about artificial intelligence
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Welcome to The Decaturish Download! This week, we are joined by Emory professor David Schweidel, an AI and marketing expert, to help readers navigate this complex topic.
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Local journalist and columnist George Chidi joins for Episode 1
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In the premiere episode of Decaturish’s new weekly streaming show and podcast, host Dan Whisenhunt sits down with journalist George Chidi for a candid, wide-ranging conversation about the stories shaping DeKalb County. Chidi brings his trademark insight to the biggest headlines of the week, offering context, analysis and the on-the-ground perspective that has made his reporting essential to readers across the region. Together, Whisenhunt and Chidi explore how local issues connect to broader national trends, why certain stories matter more than they appear, and what it takes to cover...
info_outlineMayor Patti Garrett was elected to the #DecaturGA city commission in 2009 and has served as the city’s mayor since 2016. On this episode of the Decaturish Download, she's reflecting on her time as mayor and where the city is headed.