The Ben Burnett Show

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Misti Martin 04/25/2022

Misti Martin Misti Martin knows Cherokee County. She also knows how to drive economic development. So it's no surprise she's a great fit as… president of the Cherokee Office of Economic Development. What exactly *is* economic development? How do development authorities work? What impacts have COVID had on employment and office space? To find the answers, Ben Burnett goes to the best. Misti comes in the studio to fill in the blanks and explain what makes Cherokee County an attractive place to set up shop. The Ben Burnett Show is part of the Appen Podcast Network, from . Follow on Twitter. As always, thanks to for sponsoring the episode. /episode/index/show/benburnett/id/22894967

Russell McMurry 04/11/2022

Russell McMurry It's transportation week here on The Ben Burnett Show. That's why our guest is Russell McMurry, Commissioner of the Georgia Department of Transportation. Ben talks to Russell about GDOT, how he got into the work he does now and what it means to have great relationships with local (and federal) agencies. Tune in if you like infrastructure projects, drove on a street this week or just want to put a voice to the face of traffic. (Just kidding about that last part.) The Ben Burnett Show is part of the Appen Podcast Network, from . Follow along on Twitter . As always, thanks to for sponsoring the episode. /episode/index/show/benburnett/id/22743587

Andy McKoski 03/28/2022

Andy McKoski Grab your 9 iron, head to the Gulf of Mexico and tune in for a special episode of The Ben Burnett Show. Andy McKoski comes in to talk about hospitality, Chiringa and getting deep in the (frosé) cups. As we say on the show, there's nothing better. The Ben Burnett Show is part of the Appen Podcast Network, from . Follow along on Twitter . As always, thanks to for sponsoring the episode. /episode/index/show/benburnett/id/22586546

Zach Blend 03/14/2022

Zach Blend Goshen Valley CEO Zach Blend joins Ben on this week's episode of The Ben Burnett Show. Goshen is a boys ranch in northern Cherokee County that works to make a difference in the lives of youth experiencing foster care. Zach come on to share how the foundation got started, his vision for its growth and what it means to show up in the life of a young person. The Ben Burnett Show is part of the Appen Podcast Network, from . Follow and on Twitter. As always, thanks to for sponsoring the episode. /episode/index/show/benburnett/id/22431458

Michael Caldwell 02/28/2022

Michael Caldwell Woodstock Mayor Michael Caldwell joins Ben on this very special episode of The Ben Burnett Show. The two talk about running for office, how to handle rental developments and whether Disney passes are worth the money. Of course Ben also asks his five questions and one bonus: how would you feel if a *very* large company was courting your constituents? The Ben Burnett Show is part of the Appen Podcast Network, from . Follow and on Twitter. And as always, thanks to for sponsoring the episode. /episode/index/show/benburnett/id/22261541

Tug Cowart 02/14/2022

Tug Cowart Atlanta media mogul Tug Cowart (who says we oversell) comes on the air to have a different kind of conversation with Ben Burnett. Tug is a longtime morning show host, driver of the Braves Country podcast and North Fulton's resident expert on Ford pickup trucks. He comes on to give Ben Burnett a lick of country radio, some background on podcasting and Georgia Football, and most importantly, his political (beagle) endorsements. The Ben Burnett Show is part of the Appen Podcast Network, from . Follow and on Twitter. As always, thanks to for sponsoring the episode. /episode/index/show/benburnett/id/22116581

Lamar Wakefield 01/31/2022

Lamar Wakefield From Grant Park to Avondale to Georgia Tech, Lamar Wakefield knows Atlanta. The architect of Avalon, The Battery, and more than a few automobile plants comes on the show to teach Ben a thing or two. Take a listen if you're interested in manufacturing buildings, vertical mixed-use developments, and place-making as a Fortune 500 recruitment tool. The Ben Burnett Show is part of the Appen Podcast Network, from . Follow and on Twitter. As always, thanks to for sponsoring the episode. /episode/index/show/benburnett/id/21940463

Peyton Jamison 01/18/2022

Peyton Jamison Season 5 of The Ben Burnett Show kicks off with Peyton Jamison, Mayor of Milton and the only person in District 21 with zero enemies. He comes on the show to talk horses, form zoning and how long it takes to Uber from Milton to downtown Alpharetta. (Just kidding about that last part.) Take a listen if you like commercial districts, 30A and public servants who work for the people. And if you don't, well tune in next episode to hear from Shane Hazel. (Again, just kidding about that last part. Shane really is the next guest though.) Thanks to for sponsoring the episode. The Ben Burnett Show is part of the Appen Podcast Network, from . Follow , and on Twitter. /episode/index/show/benburnett/id/21800375

Faith, Freedom and Firearms 01/12/2022

Faith, Freedom and Firearms We have a few rules on The Ben Burnett Show. The first is to admit nothing. The second is don't say too much. The third? God Bless Ball Ground. /episode/index/show/benburnett/id/21755444

Cadillac Jack and the Appens 10/11/2021

Cadillac Jack and the Appens Well, it all comes down to this. Cadillac Jack, Carl Appen and Hans Appen join Ben in the studio to talk podcasting and eat Chiringa. The foursome share their bets for the future of 'pods' and what it means to be the exclusive provider of ingress. Tune in for some reciprocation. Thanks to for sponsoring the episode. The Ben Burnett Show is part of the Appen Podcast Network, from . Follow , , and on Twitter. /episode/index/show/benburnett/id/20782580

David Chatham 09/20/2021

David Chatham When you think of real estate development in north Atlanta, you're thinking of David Chatham. He joins Ben to talk about his life, the the Chatham family business, and how you may be living in one of their homes right now. (If you are, give us a call.) Thanks to for sponsoring the episode. The Ben Burnett Show is part of the Appen Podcast Network, from . Follow on Twitter. /episode/index/show/benburnett/id/20524724

Meagan Hanson 09/13/2021

Meagan Hanson Meagan Hanson joins Ben for this episode of The Ben Burnett Show. Meagan previously served in the Georgia House of Representatives and is now running to represent the state's 6th District in Congress. She's a conservative Sandy Springs native who loves the Braves. So, yeah. It's not hard to imagine how the conversation goes with Ben. Thanks to for sponsoring the episode. The Ben Burnett Show is part of the Appen Podcast Network, from . Follow Meagan () and Ben () on Twitter. /episode/index/show/benburnett/id/20446037

Mayor Lori Henry 08/30/2021

Mayor Lori Henry Today's guest on The Ben Burnett Show is Lori Henry, Mayor of Roswell, GA. Ben Burnett asks Mayor Henry about why she got into local politics, the importance of civic involvement and what to expect for north Atlanta. Tune in and find out. Thanks to for sponsoring the episode. The Ben Burnett Show is part of the Appen Podcast Network, from . Follow Ben () and Mayor Henry () on Twitter. /episode/index/show/benburnett/id/20304806

Robert Draper 08/23/2021

Robert Draper Today's guest is New York Times Magazine writer @DraperRobert. Robert walks Ben through his career in journalism and his time as a George W. Bush biographer. They also talk about Robert's coverage of former Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsford, Vice President Dick Cheney, and what the future holds for the country in the wake of Afghanistan, Iraq, and the two parties in American politics. /episode/index/show/benburnett/id/20222963

Chip Lake 08/16/2021

Chip Lake Ben Burnett is joined by Chip Lake, longtime GOP consultant and "a very involved guy in the legislature." You'll hear about life as an operator before, during and "after" the actual politicking. Thanks to for sponsoring the episode. The Ben Burnett Show is part of the Appen Podcast Network, from . Follow Ben () and Chip () on Twitter. /episode/index/show/benburnett/id/20162933

Corey Crowder and Cadillac Jack 08/09/2021

Corey Crowder and Cadillac Jack The Ben Burnett Show is back and louder than ever. For the first episode of Season 4, Ben brings in Country Music’s Corey Crowder and Cadillac Jack. has written hit songs for , , and . Listen to what it means to never give up on your dreams. And how it feels to finally make it. Thanks to from my second act for guest hosting and for sponsoring the show. The Ben Burnett Show is part of the Appen Podcast Network, from . Follow Ben on Twitter . /episode/index/show/benburnett/id/20071547

New Season Coming Soon (Attention Roger Federer) 08/03/2021

New Season Coming Soon (Attention Roger Federer) Season 4 of The Ben Burnett Show launches Monday, August 9. Here's what to expect. /episode/index/show/benburnett/id/20024327

My, Myself and I 11/21/2020

My, Myself and I There are no holds barred in this installment of The Ben Burnett Show as Ben sits down with his greatest foil- himself. The proprium discourse allows Ben to candidly cover a few things: How well (or not well) Alpharetta has fared this year and what it means for the city’s future. A spread of election results, from the top executive to local races in North Fulton. Vaccines for COVID-19. The schools, courts and civil servants of Fulton County. Closing the world’s seventh largest economy and how not-so-bucolic sheriffs have responded. It’s an instructive, concise and cacophonic episode straight from the horse’s mouth. Follow Ben on Twitter /episode/index/show/benburnett/id/16896614

The Ben Burnett Show: Rep. Doug Collins 10/29/2020

The Ben Burnett Show: Rep. Doug Collins Ben Burnett sits down with US Senate candidate Doug Collins on this episode of The Ben Burnett Show. Doug talks about his background as a pastor, lawyer, Navy man, state house member and University of North Georgia graduate. He shares his perspective as a lieutenant colonel in the United States Air Force and his time in the United States Congress. He talks about his preparation as ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee and lead defense attorney in President Trump’s impeachment. He even touches on the importance of engaging suburban voters. It’s a packed thirty-minute episode. Of course Ben doesn’t end the show without pointing out something they have in common- they both applied for a United States Senate seat. Follow and on Twitter. /episode/index/show/benburnett/id/16604234

The Ben Burnett Show: Rep. Mary Robichaux (D-Roswell) 10/23/2020

The Ben Burnett Show: Rep. Mary Robichaux (D-Roswell) Ben Burnett is joined by Mary Robichaux, State House Representative for District 48. They talk about Medicaid, firearms and Criminal Justice Reform in Georgia. The show also touches on economic development in North Fulton and the trouble of being an LSU fan in Bulldog territory. Follow Ben (@BenBurnett) and Mary (@MaryRobichaux48) on Twitter. #gapol /episode/index/show/benburnett/id/16513355

Marjorie Taylor Greene endorses Doug Collins (December 2019) 10/15/2020

Marjorie Taylor Greene endorses Doug Collins (December 2019) In December 2019 Ben sat down with Marjorie Taylor Greene, then a Republican candidate for the 6th Congressional District in Georgia. Shortly after the interview, Congressman Tom Graves announces he would not be running for re-election in the Georgia 14th Congressional District and Ms. Greene dropped out of her race for the 6th and entered the race for the 14th. Today she endorsed Kelly Loeffler in the special election to replace retired Senator Johnny Isakson. Her tune has changed quite a bit since her interview with Ben when she spoke glowingly about the President’s preferred candidate, Doug Collins. All that and more, on today’s throw back episode of The Ben Burnett Show. /episode/index/show/benburnett/id/16422587

The Ben Burnett Show: State Sen. Brandon Beach 04/25/2020

The Ben Burnett Show: State Sen. Brandon Beach State Senator for District 21, Chairman of the Senate Transportation Committee and friend of the show Brandon Beach comes on to discuss having COVID-19, reopening Georgia and running in a contested primary. Plus a bit about his recent coverage in the AJC. He doesn't hold back. /episode/index/show/benburnett/id/14143283

The Ben Burnett Show - Candy Waylock on emergency preparedness 03/29/2020

The Ben Burnett Show - Candy Waylock on emergency preparedness Candy Waylock is a contractor for FEMA's Center for Domestic Preparedness, trainer for Georgia Emergency Management, writer with Appen Media Group and member of Alpharetta's Planning Commission. She is also Ben's neighbor. /episode/index/show/benburnett/id/13751810

The Ben Burnett Show: Alpharetta's Chief Robison 03/20/2020

The Ben Burnett Show: Alpharetta's Chief Robison Director of Public Safety for Alpharetta, Chief John Robison, joins Ben on the show to cover how local cities are responding to COVID-19. /episode/index/show/benburnett/id/13632191

The Ben Burnett Show: Mayor Jim Gilvin 03/18/2020

The Ben Burnett Show: Mayor Jim Gilvin Alpharetta's Mayor Jim Gilvin joins Ben on the show to talk about the city's response to coronavirus. /episode/index/show/benburnett/id/13599566

Family vacation and dad is lost. 03/14/2020

Family vacation and dad is lost. On the show this week Ben is joined by Jamie Bendall and Hans Appen to give their takes on the current state of affairs with the coronavirus, what went wrong, and bold predictions for the future. Follow Ben on Twitter Follow Hans on Twitter Follow Jamie on Twitter /episode/index/show/benburnett/id/13544933

The Ben Burnett Show - Season 2 - Episode 4: Matt Capps 12/05/2019

The Ben Burnett Show - Season 2 - Episode 4: Matt Capps On the show this week is Matt Capps, a former Major League Baseball player and All-Star in 2010. Ben and Matt talk about what it takes to make it to the big leagues and the many hurdles along the way. They dive into what life is like as a professional athlete and the crazy stories Matt has to tell. /episode/index/show/benburnett/id/12283955

The Ben Burnett Show - Season 2 - Episode 3: Mark Toro 11/22/2019

The Ben Burnett Show - Season 2 - Episode 3: Mark Toro Joining Ben on the show this week is Mark Toro, Managing Partner of North American Partners, and most known for Avalon, the 550-million-dollar mixed used development near downtown Alpharetta. Mark talks about his history in the industry, his Twitter beef with Ben, and transportation in metro Atlanta. /episode/index/show/benburnett/id/12143384

The Ben Burnett Show - Season 2 - Episode 2: Karen Handel 09/10/2019

The Ben Burnett Show - Season 2 - Episode 2: Karen Handel Joining Ben on this week's episode is former Congresswoman Karen Handel. They talk about her career in Georgia politics and her bid to take back her former congressional seat, the Georgia 6th. Follow Ben on Twitter @BenBurnett Follow Karen on Twitter @karenhandel Or visit her campaignwebsite: karenhandel.com /episode/index/show/benburnett/id/11185607

The Ben Burnett Show - Season 2 - Episode 1: Casey Cagle 06/03/2019

The Ben Burnett Show - Season 2 - Episode 1: Casey Cagle Season 2 kicks off with Ben and guest co-host, Hans Appen, welcoming in special guest Casey Cagle, former Lieutenant Governor of Georgia and a 2018 Republican candidate for Governor. Hear about his entry into politics, his 24 years under the Gold Dome, and the reason why he believes Brian Kemp beat him in the Republican primary runoff in 2018. /episode/index/show/benburnett/id/9988742

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