What's Good, Atlanta?

David and Mark close out 2025 with a room full of friends at Dad's Garage! Very super duper special guests Maurice Garland and Christina Lee from the new, excellent podcast "Atlanta Is.." join to talk about the city's history and culture. Good news this episode includes the arrival of Kermit to the Center for Puppetry Arts, a Chick-Fil-A vending machine, and Atlanta's new NWSL team. DJ Op Diggy joins for a bonus Top 5 to spin 5 of his favorite tracks from the A. A very very big What's Good thank you and standing ovation to the producers of this episode: Co-Co-Co-Associate-Assistant Producers: Robin Thornett Frances Chang Milk Lewis Charles Minnifield Executive Producers: Africa Stewart Lenise Lyons And, special thanks to our performers at the live show: Mandal, Mel Mitchell, and DJ Op Diggy. And to everyone who came out to the show! Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes. We'll see y'all next year!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark and David get a visit from Roy Wood, Jr, swinging through the A on tour for The Man of Many Fathers. They also discuss a study declaring the end of rush hour traffic in Atlanta; MARTA's game-changing announcement; and the Fox Theatre being named the best theater in the whole wide world. Speaking of excellent theaters! Our next live show is December 2nd at Dad's Garage, our Season Finale! We'll have comedy from Mandal and other special guests joining - click here for tickets and ways that you can become a producer of the show (#CreateJobs). Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David and Mark celebrate the 25th anniversary of Stankonia! They also run down Atlanta's obsession with Halloween, Shaq's missing Range Rover, and It's Sports! Our next live show is December 2nd at Dad's Garage, our Season Finale! We'll have comedy from Mandal and other special guests joining - click here for tickets and ways that you can become a producer of the show (#CreateJobs). Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark and David are live from Georgia Tech in the heart of Atlanta! Two Tech alums join the show to drop all kinds of knowledge: actress Jessica Luza and director-producer-writer Osahon Tongo reflect on their careers in the film and television industry, as well as their time at Tech. Joe Alterman and the Joe Alterman Trio sit in for the evening, setting up our new favorite segment "Rough Headlines, Smooth Jazz." Special Homecoming Correspondent Buzz gives their thoughts on Tech traditions in a can't-miss audio interview. And of course, we catch up on news: Tech's undefeated season; Coach Brent Key's super-spooky house, a Tech student winning the GeoGuessr World Cup, and local impacts of the federal government shutdown. Special thanks to our performers at the live show, Lace Larrabee and Adán Bean. As well as to GT Arts and the Ferst Center. And to everyone who came out to the show! And you, too (why not?)! See photos and read more about the evening here. Our next live show will be our Season Finale at Dad's Garage on Tuesday, December 2nd. Check the details and grab your tickets now! Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

**Our next live show is October 23 at the Ferst Center for the Arts at Georgia Tech. Join us and our good friends Joe Alterman (music!), Lace Larrabee (comedy!), and Adán Bean (spoken word!), as well as GT Alums Jessica Luza and Osahon Tongo for a very special show during Tech's Homecoming Week! Details and tickets here.** David and Mark break down the new "285" or "High Museum" Air Jordans, proposing a few other ATL-inspired sneakers we all need. They also talk about Atlanta's obsession with Littles, Tinys, and Youngs. Plus, a reminder that Early Voting is happening NOW! We have TWO live shows this month: October 23 at the Ferst Center for the Arts at Georgia Tech. Join us and our good friends Joe Alterman (music!), Lace Larrabee (comedy!), and Adán Bean (spoken word!), as well as GT Alums Jessica Luza and Osahon Tongo for a very special show during Tech's Homecoming Week! Details and tickets here. Then, we'll be on the Hertz Stage at the Alliance on October 28 for a show celebrating Covenant. Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A lot of good news this week! Mark and David celebrate President Jimmy Carter's new Forever Stamp, explore who might pop out for Young Thug's upcoming "Hometown Heroes" show at State Farm Arena, and share memories of retired Braves manager Brian Snitker. Then, they shoutout some favorite ATL taco spots for National Taco Day, AKA the Taco Tuesday of Them All. We have TWO live shows this month: October 23 at the Ferst Center for the Arts at Georgia Tech. Join us and our good friends Joe Alterman (music!), Lace Larrabee (comedy!), and Adán Bean (spoken word!), as well as GT Alums Jessica Luza and Osahon Tongo for a very special show during Tech's Homecoming Week! Details and tickets here. Then, we'll be on the Hertz Stage at the Alliance on October 28 for a show celebrating Covenant. Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David and Mark learn some new vocabulary words and explore the reasons to reserve a "resting place" at Oakland Cemetery. They also touch on an EarthGang x Georgia Tech x Coca-Cola collaboration and highlight some notable firsts in karate, polo, and women's sports in "It's Sports!" Our next live show is October 23 at the Ferst Center for the Arts at Georgia Tech. Join us and our good friends Joe Alterman, Adán Bean, and other special guests for a special show during Tech's Homecoming Week! Details and tickets here. Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Mark and David highlight reasons why Mercedes-Benz Stadium was recently named "Best Stadium in the US." They also give an update on the Stolen Beyoncé Harddrive Suspect, weigh in on Young Thug's latest release, and break down Atlanta's ranking on "Best Cities for Chicken Wings." We also have our first contribution from Kid Correspondent Tyson Wesley and take a look at the Hawks' Promo Calendar in It's Sports! It's a packed show! September is Sickle Cell Awareness Month. To learn how you can support efforts to cure the disease, text SC3 to 61474 to connect with the Sickle Cell Community Consortium.  Our next live show is October 23 at the Ferst Center for the Arts at Georgia Tech. Join us and our good friends Joe Alterman, Adán Bean, and other special guests for a special show during Tech's Homecoming Week! Details and tickets here. Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David and Mark host a special show, live from the Atlanta Beltline Funding Fair. They speak with Ms. D of D Cafe and Catering about her story of building and sustaining her small business. They also cover recent news including Beltline Kevin's signed athlete deal, everything in It's Sports, and a Beltline traffic update with Traffic with Curtis. Big thanks to everyone at Atlanta Beltline Business Solutions Office for supporting this episode! Learn more about them and the resources they provide. Our next live show is October 23 at the Ferst Center for the Arts at Georgia Tech. Join us and our good friends Joe Alterman, Adán Bean, and other special guests for a special show during Tech's Homecoming Week! Details and tickets here. Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes (call 311, not David)!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark and David are back with a live season premiere with a sold-out crowd at Dad's Garage! They catch up on all the biggest, brightest news: Big Boi's collaboration with Whirlpool, Waffle House's 70th Birthday, The Atlanta Dream's epic season, and MARTA's new Write Down The Line initiative. Then, Gigi Pedraza, Executive Director of the Latino Community Fund of Georgia, drops in to talk about building community and celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month before dropping some Top 5 gems inspired by the AJC's recent announcement about pivoting to digital. And, special thanks to our performers at the live show: Lauren Knight, Ashlee Haze, and Aimmé. And to everyone who came out to the show! Catch us next week, Wednesday September 17th at the Westside Warehouse. Free with RSVP, details here!  Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're back for a new season and kicking things off with a live show at Dad's Garage on September 9th! Join us for a live podcast recording (with special guest GiGi Pedraza) along with comedy from Lauren Knight, poetry from Ashlee Haze, and music from Aimmé! This is your official invitation, look no further, RSVP and come through! Tickets and details are HERE. Dad’s Garage Theatre569 Ezzard St., Atlanta, GA 30312 Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David and Mark host a "True Talks" with True Colors Theatre Company to explore the Comedy and Black Theatre. They speak with Jon Carr (co-artistic director of Dad's Garage) and Jamil Jude (artistic director of True Colors and director of "Ain't No Mo'." Actors Jason Jamal Ligon and Sierra Nicolette Smith perform scenes from Ain't No Mo' and share a bit about the production and rehearsal process. Mark and David also recap the week's biggest news: Cowboy Carter and Bey-T-L, Operation Southern Slowdown, and the MLB All-Star Game. Big thanks to everyone at True Colors and Theatrical Outfit. And, special thanks to our performers at the live show: Lauren Knight, Lauré, and Adán Bean. And to everyone who came out to the show! Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David and Mark will bring What's Good, Atlanta to True Colors Theatre Company's True Talks series, this Sunday at 2pm. Come through for performances from the cast of "Ain't No Mo'," comedy from Lauren Knight and Lauré, poetry from Adán Bean, and of course all the news that'll make you smile! Free to attend, but registration is required: HERE The Balzer Theater at Herren’s84 Luckie St. NWAtlanta, GA 30303 If you want more details, here they are: https://www.wabe.org/events/wabe-and-true-colors-theatres-true-talks-series/  Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In our season finale, Mark and David take a look at all the top news in Atlanta, including the retirement of the one and only Lois Reitzes. They also cover food news (new items from Chick-Fil-A and Waffle House); It's Sports (the Falcons in Germany and the end of Inside the NBA on TNT); and the top story examines the NOAA's list of names for storms (Hurricane Karen?!) as we move into this year's hurricane season. We're taking a quick summer break but will be back soon with more news that makes you smile. In the meantime, check out: City Lights Cinema with Lois Reitzes. Sunday, June 22 at the Tara Theatre. Tickets here. Show & Tell with Jon Goode. Tuesday, July 15 at Seven Stages. Tickets here. Us! Someplace soon, stay tuned.. Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta. To support What's Good, Atlanta? and learn how to stand with public media, visit wabe.org/action Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David and Mark and a room full of friends at Dad's Garage have an absolute blast exploring the week's news. They run a deep dive, Top 5 on André 3000's recent surge of impromptu performances around the city, joined by special guest Kelundra Smith. They also cover a change at Emory and a bundle of sports news: Coco Gauff, Allisha Gray, Blooper, and Atlanta's presence at the Scripps National Spelling Bee. The crowd helps Mark and David personalize a brick for the Braves' All Star Game Brick program, and Adán Bean steps in to deliver a reading from Topher Payne's genius Topher Fixed It series. Big shoutout: this show is presented with support from Emory Libraries and the Emory Arts & Social Justice Program.  Special thanks to our performers at the live show: Theresa Tha Songbird, Jon Goode, and David Ryan Harris. And to everyone who came out to the show! Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First! Catch us on Tuesday, June 10th for the next What's Good, Atlanta LIVE at Dad's Garage. Theresa tha Songbird, Jon Goode, David Ryan Harris, and Kelundra Smith will be in the building - come through! Tell a friend to tell a friend to tell a friend. This week, Mark and David break down Atlanta's status as the #1 "Smart" City in the country. Speaking of Top Spots, the guys also break down John's Creek being named the top place to live in the entire country, a man tying the record for the largest Mahi-Mahi ever caught off the coast of Georgia, and local students's success at the Georgia Elementary Science Olympiad. It's an episode of winners! Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta. To support What's Good, Atlanta? and learn how to stand with public media, visit wabe.org/action Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David and Mark brainstorm their dream version of the 2025 MLB All-Star Game, hosted by Atlanta in July. They also rundown a pair of unexpected but connected: the end of the penny and a semi-truck that spilled $800,000 worth of dimes onto the highway. Who'd have thought coins would be so newsworthy in our cashless culture? The next What's Good, Atlanta LIVE at Dad's Garage is June 10th. Theresa tha Songbird, Jon Goode, David Ryan Harris, and Kelundra Smith will be in the building - come through! Tell a friend to tell a friend to tell a friend. Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark and David outline everything you need to know for Beyoncé’s upcoming 4-night Cowboy Carter Tour stand at the Benz. They also run down recent stories including Emory and Georgia Tech being named in Forbes’ “New Ivies” list, Georgia Power’s base rate freeze, and a loose kangaroo on I-85 in Alabama. David catches everyone up with an extra innings, overtime-sized “It’s Sports!” and Curtis zooms in, at a standstill, to give a traffic update. The next What's Good, Atlanta LIVE at Dad's Garage is June 10th. We’ve got some special guests lined up! Tell a friend to tell a friend to tell a friend. Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta. To support What's Good, Atlanta? and other public media programing, visit wabe.org/give Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David and Mark tribute Goodie Mob, who announced that 2025 will be their official farewell. Mark responds to a handful of headlines including Marjorie Taylor Greene's bill to rename the Gulf of Mexico, democracy sausages in Australia, Lime scooter rides, and The Magnet Man's stolen bicycle. Curtis drops by to speak on the earthquake and we premiere a new segment called "What'll Ya Have??" The next What's Good, Atlanta LIVE at Dad's Garage is June 10th. Tell a friend to tell a friend to tell a friend. Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark and David are joined by special guest Rachel Garbus to review Atlanta's star studded list of college and university commencement speakers, and to dream up the perfect list of future honorary doctorate recipients. They also break down the A's very strong presence at the Met Gala, the new Andre 3000 EP, Slater Nalley's ascension on American Idol, IKEA Atlanta's efforts to support college students, and five women from the same family all graduating from Georgia State this month. It's a cap-throwing kind of episode!  The next What's Good, Atlanta LIVE at Dad's Garage is June 10th. Tell a friend to tell a friend to tell a friend. Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find Rachel at @goodgraciousrachel Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta. To support What's Good, Atlanta? and other public media programing, visit wabe.org/give Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David and Mark dream up the future of The Stitch after the news of its support from Atlanta City Council. They also cover OutKast's inclusion into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Randy's Donuts heading to the A, and a handful of sports stories: Dikembe Mutombo's upcoming Celebration of Life, the Shedeur Sanders prank call, and the Summer Kickoff ATL-World Cup concert series. And, in a "What's Good, Atlanta?" exclusive, David Perdue comments on the confirmation of our new ambassador to China, David Perdue. The next What's Good, Atlanta LIVE at Dad's Garage is June 10th. Tell a friend to tell a friend to tell a friend. Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark and David dive deep on TLC's legacy, fresh off the news of "CrazySexyCool: The Musical." They also touch on a favorite memory of the Pope blessing the Hawks' MLK Jersey back in 2021, the Atlanta Marathon coming up a few feet short, and parking rate increases AND a lost stuffed otter at the airport. The next What's Good, Atlanta LIVE at Dad's Garage is June 10th. Tell a friend to tell a friend to tell a friend. Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta. To support What's Good, Atlanta? and other public media programing, visit wabe.org/give Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David and Mark drop analysis on the arrival of Waymo autonomous cars taking over traffic in Atlanta. They also hit on a ton of big news across the city, including R Thomas going up for sale, the Atlanta Film Festival lineup, Hartsfield-Jackson is named (once again) Busiest Airport in the Whole Wide World, the inaugural Atlanta Haiku Festival, and David gives a BIG It's Sports! rundown to catch us up on play-in games, drafts, the return of the 'stache to the Braves, World Cup prep, Travis Kelce dropping in on a DeKalb County football practice, and Shaq dropping in on a new Papa John's Grand Opening. This episode has all the toppings! AND! On Tuesday, April 22, join David and Munir Meghjani for a hilarious night of comedy and conversations! They're wrapping up the 2025 Legislative Session with a stellar lineup of local comedians and refreshing discussions. You'll get the lowdown on what happened in the session, get in some much needed laughs, and connect with fellow Georgians interested in local politics.  Link here, use code: WABE The next What's Good, Atlanta LIVE at Dad's Garage is June 10th. Tell a friend to tell a friend to tell a friend. Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark and David highlight favorite things about Augusta in its biggest week. They also touch on the city's top news: Hartsfield-Jackson named the best airport for food & drink, a new "Lion Complex" at Zoo Atlanta, Julio Jones' retirement, and the REAL ID deadline for Georgia residents. David gives us a much needed "It's Sports!" update and Curtis swings by for Traffic. The next What's Good, Atlanta LIVE at Dad's Garage is June 10th. Tell a friend to tell a friend to tell a friend. Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David and Mark give a full rundown of 404 Day Weekend and hit a Top 5 that features under-the-radar elements of Atlanta that we should all celebrate. They also discuss the record-breaking pollen count numbers, a new Magic City documentary, and Rick Ross' expansion into dentistry. David also dives into "It's Sports!" to make sense of the start of the Braves' season, the Atlanta Drive's TGL Championship, Morehouse competing at the National Boxing Championships, and Trae Young's new job in Oklahoma. The next What's Good, Atlanta LIVE at Dad's Garage is June 10th. Tell a friend to tell a friend to tell a friend. Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark and David break down a recent poll that had the audacity to list Atlanta as te 5th Best State Capital in the Country. C'mon, y'all. They also cover a local high school senior who was accepted into literally every college in the country and received more than a million dollars in scholarships. David gives us a much needed "It's Sports!" update for Braves Season Opening Day. The next What's Good, Atlanta LIVE at Dad's Garage is June 10th. Tell a friend to tell a friend to tell a friend. Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David and Mark are joined by actor, affirmation distributor, and all around awesome person Andrea Laing to talk about the impact of the World Cup's arrival in 2026 (including Dallas Austin's take on the World Cup Sonic ID). The three also cover Emerald City Bagels' new automat, the goat of the Sandy Springs police force, and Curtis joins to weigh in on the latest traffic stories. The next What's Good, Atlanta LIVE at Dad's Garage is June 10th. Tell a friend to tell a friend to tell a friend. Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark and David - joined by special guest Amber Nash! - dive into the recent surge in scam "smishing" texts claiming to the be the Peach Pass. They also bring in Professional Cat Psychic, Jenith, to locate the whereabouts of Ryn, a grey tabby lost at Hartsfield-Jackson for more than a week now. Other stories include Union City's Chef Jay on a baking competition show and Shake Shack on more Delta flights. Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David, Mark, and friend of all things good, Mandal, celebrate Delta's 100th Anniversary (and our 50th episode!). The trio also explores new wayfinding signage in downtown, Georgia residents on American Idol, and the theft of a solid gold toilet that Trinidad James would be proud of. UNC stops by to talk about an Augusta man's odds on the new show Extracted, and Curtis calls in to break down the best traffic bottlenecks the city has to offer. Mandal is at the Earl this weekend, with back to back farewell shows (details). The next What's Good, Atlanta LIVE at Dad's Garage is June 10th. Tell a friend to tell a friend to tell a friend. Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark and David channel their investigative journalist and explore why vultures have taken over a neighborhood in Lithonia. They also give analysis on a recent Delta flight with a hazy cabin, a new baby meerkat expected at Zoo Atlanta, and the premiere of "Beyond the Gates." Curtis drops by to talk about the traffic implications of the Jackson Street Bridge renovation and David talks good Atlanta sports news in "It's Sports!" Special Correspondent Bill in These Streets also reports good news from the people perusing Piedmont Park.  Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David and Mark jump on an imaginary MARTA train from the future, based on the first look at the MARTA trains from the future. They also discuss why OutKast are first ballot Rock 'n Roll Hall of Famers, the upsides of Ludacris' new education initiative, a local pastor's boycott going national, Monday Night Brewing defending its namesake, and the best Braves giveaways and premiums in "It's Sports!" Special Correspondent Bill in These Streets also reports good news from the people perusing Piedmont Park.  Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark and David and a room full of friends run through this week's top news stories together: the new Shirley Clarke Franklin Boulevard and Park, the return of the Valentine's Mural in Little Five Points, Girl Scout Cookie Season, Atlanta's #1 ranking as a city for Black-owned businesses, and Red, White, and Blueland. David gives a Hawks, Unrivaled, All-Star Trae, and Superbowl update in It's Sports! and the guys share a favorite Black History, Present, or Future hero.  Then, Cheryl Lowery joins for a moving and inspiring interview to talk civic engagement and share stories of her parents' work. And to top it all off, Mandal hops in to break down some Valentine's Day recommendations: the Sun Dial bar just re-opened, Waffle House takes reservations tonight - what are the plans? Special thanks to Dad's Garage and our other performers on the evening: Vanessa Fraction, Amena Brown Owen, and Mandal. Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David and Mark break down the Georgia state legislature's priority of making cornbread the official state bread. They also speak on the recent Waffle House surcharge on eggs and Atlanta showing up at the GRAMMYs. David speaks on the arrival of Brittney Griner to the Dream in It's Sports, and Special Correspondent Bill Worley chats with people in Piedmont Park about feelin' good. What's Good, Atlanta will be LIVE at Dad's Garage on Tuesday, 2/11, featuring Mandal, Vanessa Fraction, Amena Brown Owen, and Cheryl Lowery. It's gonna be a goooood one. Hit the links above, or find the latest at wabe.org/events. See y'all there! Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Season Premiere! Mark and David kick off things off with a live show at the Alliance Theatre, inspired by the forthcoming production of "Bust," opening on February 13. They speak with the creative team behind the play, including writer Zora Howard, director Lileana Blain-Cruz, and actor Cecil Blutcher. They also of course run down the latest uplifting news, including MARTA cars in the Atlantic, a pregnant 76-year old great grandmother, the new MJQ at Underground Atlanta, as well as catching up in sports in "It's Sports" and snowday traffic in "Traffic with Curtis." To catch the next live show, join us at What's Good, Atlanta LIVE at Dad's Garage on Tuesday, 2/11, featuring special guests and performances from comedians and poets. Hit the links above, or find the latest at wabe.org/events. See y'all there! Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David and Mark welcome you in to 2025 with an announcement and invite to not one, but TWO upcoming live shows in Atlanta (one for each Chainz): Behind the Play: BUST at the Alliance Theatre on Tuesday, 1/28 What's Good, Atlanta LIVE at Dad's Garage on Tuesday, 2/11 Both will feature a live podcast recording along with comedy, poetry, and other performances. Hit the links above, or find the latest at wabe.org/events. See y'all there! Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark and David close out 2024 by sharing some New Year's Resolutions for Atlanta. We'd also like to send a big WHAT'S GOOD to everyone who joined us for a live show, listened or shared an episode, or just found a bright spot in an unexpected moment sitting in traffic on the Connector. To support What's Good, Atlanta? and other public media programing amplifying Atlanta this Giving Season, visit wabe.org/give Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Atlanta was recently named the #4 Most Fun City in the US, and David and Mark discuss why, sharing some of their favorite examples of the "Fun-oh-Four." They also cover recent news on Michelle Obama's new show, The Later Daters, a Georgia State Trooper delivering a baby on I-85, and Ryan Cameron as the new voice of the ATL Plane Train.  To support What's Good, Atlanta? and other public media programing amplifying Atlanta this Giving Season, visit wabe.org/give Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wow! The readers of Atlanta Magazine voted us "Best Local Podcast" for 2024! Thank you times four hundred and four. Mark and David take a look at other winners and hit on other top headlines: Usher's new content studio for a local Boys & Girls Club, the recent derailed MARTA train, the Cologned Caper, and Chick-Fil-A being named the #1 fast food date spot. David also covers the Falcons, Hawks (we're headed to Vegas!), Dawgs, Jackets, and Braves' Hot Stove in "It's Sports!" To support What's Good, Atlanta? and other public media programing amplifying Atlanta this Giving Season, visit wabe.org/give Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the year begins to wrap up, David and Mark run down the things on their 2024 to-do list. Traffic with Curtis gives an update on how to navigate the busy roads of the holidays. To support What's Good, Atlanta? and other public media programing amplifying Atlanta this Giving Tuesday, visit wabe.org/give Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark and David give gratitudes and examine how to make Black Friday a little better by making it a little more Atlanta. Our first episode with a look at Sports, Traffic, Weather, AND Food! To support What's Good, Atlanta? and other public media programing amplifying Atlanta this Giving Tuesday, visit wabe.org/give Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David and Mark dive into the news of Atlanta being named the second best city in the country to celebrate Thanksgiving. They also break down other headlines, including WABE's own Lois Reitzes celebrating 45 years on air, the reopening of Bankhead Seafood by T.I. and Killer Mike, an insurance claim gone wrong by way of a bear costume, and the new baby sloth at Zoo Atlanta. David also gives love to Cy Young Award Winner Chris Sale, new Atlanta Dream coach Karl Smesko, and Atlanta United in "It's Sports!" Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark and David talk about Atlanta's placement at #2 on the "Most Livable Cities" List and talk about what we can do to get to that top spot next year. Then, Curtis drops in for an update on traffic from a reimagined 285. Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy Find Mandal at @themandalman And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David and Mark bring some uplifting news across the city, including "Tanksgiving," a fleet of new firetrucks coming to Atlanta, the World Record Postcard Collector, and the new 2AM electric scooter curfew. David gives an Atlanta United and Falcons (and Falcons x OutKast!) update in "It's Sports!" before the guys deep dive on this week's top story: Georgia named as a top state to survive and alien invasion. Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friend of the show (and all Atlantans), Mandal, joins Mark and David to hit on the end of Daylight Savings Time and a run of huge food news. They also take a look at Rudy Giuliani's property taking that JFK > ATL one way, the Stranger Things house on Airbnb, and the news of a Rico Wade monument in East Point. Brand new contributor Unc drops some knowledge on the team before Curtis calls in to talk about the impact of presidential campaigns on traffic. Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy Find Mandal at @themandalman And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David and Mark are live from the Midtown Art Walk to run through the best news of the week: Early Voting turnout numbers and the respective presidential campaigns' best efforts to reach Georgians; Chick-Fil-A streaming content; and Atlanta goats wandering the streets. Comic Ian Aber joins Top 5 to explore why ATL goes so hard for Halloween; poet Ashlee Haze shares her thoughts on the intersection of art and community; and The Trumpet from SpottieOttieDopalicious shows up for an exclusive, in-depth interview. Big thanks to Midtown Alliance and Good Soil Productions and Management, and shoutout to everyone who made it out on this beautiful October evening in Atlanta. You can keep the good news going by following the wonderful work of Ian, Ashlee, and Tiffany. Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Special Guest Laurel Bristow (host of Health Wanted) joins Mark and David to break down the news of the debut Polar Opposite Peachtree Road Race. They also take a look at Krabby Patties showing up at restaurants across Atlanta, the Super Bowl LXII confirmation, Seacrest Studios at the new Arthur M. Blank Children's Hospital, and the start of Early Voting. And: we've got a live show on October 22nd, in partnership with the Midtown Alliance, at the Midtown Art Walk. Joining Mark and David will be a roster of artists and performers, all celebrating art and good news in Atlanta. RSVP here! Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Atlanta was declared the Most Educated City, and David and Mark love it. The duo also touch on the closing of the Atlanta School of Massage, self-driving Ubers, Forbes' Richest People list, and the last week in the life of an Atlanta sports fan, in "It's Sports!" And: we've got a live recording coming up on October 22nd, in partnership with the Midtown Alliance, at the Midtown Art Walk. Joining Mark and David will be a roster of artists and performers, all celebrating art and good news in Atlanta. RSVP here! Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First: we've got a live recording coming up on October 22nd, in partnership with the Midtown Alliance, at the Midtown Art Walk. Joining Mark and David will be a roster of artists and performers, all celebrating art and good news in Atlanta. RSVP here! Mark and David break down the news of "Who TF Did I Marry" getting picked up for television adaptation by Natasha Rothwell.. AND speak to a very special guest about the 100th birthdays of the Hotel Clermont and Presidential Jimmy Carter. They also run down the rest of this week's news, including floods, the BioLab explosion, and all that happened for Atlanta sports fans in "It's Sports!" Join us on October 22nd for a live recording at the Midtown MARTA station: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/whats-good-atlanta-tickets-1037871480537 Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the heels of Yelp claiming it's found the Best Sandwich in Georgia, David and Mark get on a roll with their favorite things between sliced bread. The team also talks through this week's top news stories, including Food and Wine naming Bomb Biscuit's Erika Council "Best New Chef," the Atlanta Opera's new performing arts center, Tupperware filing for bankruptcy, Spelman College being named the #1 HBCU, the city working to honor Shirley Franklin, and an Atlanta sports team roundup in "It's Sports!" Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David and Mark fly high and investigate the buzz around Atlanta being named the country's "Buggiest City." They also catch up on recent top headlines, including the start of the Falcons' season, a collision of Delta planes at Hartsfield-Jackson, and Stranger Things Season 5 casting in Atlanta. Got some good news or an ATL highlight to share? Hit the What's Good Atlanta tipline at [email protected]. Find David at @dueordie Find Mark at @markkendallcomedy And there's always more at wabe.org/whatsgoodatlanta Stay good, and watch out for those potholes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.