God, Goats, and Government
A conversation with Senator Kim Jackson.
Episodes
54 episodes
Episode 52
In this episode, Senator Jackson closes out the legislative session while holding a bundle of joy–her son Khalil! She takes time to express gratitude for the many accomplishments of the first quarter of the year, like the passing of her Address...
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Episode 52
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30:35
Episode 51
Look Into My Eyes | Senator Jackson almost lost the chance to pass her Address Confidentiality Bill, SB 324, but in a last-minute push turned to telepathy to secure its approval. She also exposes the deceitful tactics used by her colleagues fro...
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Episode 51
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Episode 50
Special Delivery | Senator Jackson eagerly awaits the conclusion of Qualifying Day while giving an update on her recent visit with Dr. Jill Biden. In addition, Senator Jackson and Shereetha J. celebrate the 50th episode of "God, Goats, and Gove...
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Episode 50
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Episode 49
Crossover Day | "This is my story. This is my reality and my fear." Senator Jackson shares her comments on the latest RFRA bill (SB 180) while shedding light on legislation to be mindful of as we reach the second half of the legislative s...
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Episode 49
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26:53
Episode 48
All-Star Week | From fig trees to fighting the good fight with three bill hearings, Farmer Jackson makes an appearance to recap an all-star week both in the garden and under the Gold Dome.
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Episode 48
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26:06
Episode 47
What's in the queue? | Senator Jackson prepares for a week filled with bill hearings as she works diligently to get her Address Confidentiality Bill (SB 324) passed before Crossover Day. Additionally, she has a hearing scheduled for her Interag...
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Episode 47
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Episode 46
Trash to Treasure | After a farm clean-up day, Senator Jackson finds metaphorical treasure throughout her week with highlights such as a Black History Month Keynote Conversation at Agnes Scott College and receiving a surprise visitor at the Cap...
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Episode 46
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Episode 45
God, Goats, Government, and Gratitude | Despite a devastating discovery just before her Refugee Tuition Bill hearing, Sen. Jackson offers gratitude to the students who courageously shared their stories and all those who fought to get a vote on ...
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Episode 45
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Episode 44
Both And | Senator Jackson shares where she sees God and what keeps her grounded as she reflects on an emotionally charged week following her vote against the ambiguity of HB30 and other difficult bills. She also gives a barnyard update and off...
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Episode 44
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Episode 43
How It Works | Senator Jackson uses the lull of Budget Week to launch into the inner workings of how the legislative session (really) works by inviting her new Chief of Staff, Erin Cassel, to share their unique insight into life under the Gold ...
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Episode 42
God, Goats, Government, and the Gift of Motherhood. | Sen. Jackson's back with her weekly recap. In this episode, she shares her outlook for this year's legislative session while discussing how the issue of swatting directly impacted her family...
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Episode 42
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Episode 41
Rose, Thorn, and Bud | Senator Jackson closes out another legislative session with a behind-the-scenes look at Sine Die, while reflecting on the passing of bad bills like SB 140, and also taking time to look forward to the budding work ahead.
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Episode 40
The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly | With Sine Die in sight and following a tough loss with SB140 being signed into law, Sen. Jackson provides an authentic look behind the legislative vail. And though she has to dig deep to find "The Good" from th...
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Episode 40
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Episode 39
March Madness | In an emotionally charged week, Sen. Jackson confronts the question: What is the value of a trans youth's life? She finds comfort in offering sanctuary as controversial bills like SB140 shape the atmosphere of this year's legisl...
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Episode 39
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Episode 38
Policy vs Politics | Following the buzz of Crossover Day, Sen. Jackson shares a moment from the well, where she addresses SB140, a controversial bill that would prevent transgender youth from receiving gender affirming care. She also disc...
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Episode 37
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Episode 37
NOW is the time. | Sen. Jackson extends a call-to-action to put a stop to Senate Bill 140, a bill banning transgender youth from receiving the essential care they need. Additionally, as both clergy and legislator, she provides unique insight in...
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Episode 37
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Episode 36
Bills, Bills, Bills | Sen. Jackson's SB 83 (Stalking Bill) passes unanimously out of Judiciary Committee! She also takes time to discuss the Religious Freedom Restoration Act and the negative impact it can have on Georgians if passed. Additiona...
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Episode 36
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Episode 35
"One of the greatest honors of my life." | Sen. Jackson receives the Firefighter Legislator of the Year Award. She also steps in as Chaplain of the Day, extending an invitation to her fellow legislators to be open to the possibility of changing...
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Episode 35
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38:54
Episode 34
Watch, Wait, and See | Before making an appearance on GPB's "Lawmakers", Sen. Jackson takes a moment to share updates about Week 4 of session, the current bills she's heard thus far, and directly addresses the disheartening circumst...
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Episode 34
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Episode 33
Billion with a "B" | Sen. Jackson recaps budget week, while also taking on an exciting leadership opportunity as the delegation chair for Dekalb County. Additionally, she highlights the importance of building community under the gold dome and a...
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Episode 33
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34:33
Episode 32
We're Back! | Sen. Jackson starts her second term off with a bang while navigating her roles as an Episcopal priest, farmer, and state legislator for District 41.
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Episode 32
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34:47
Episode 31
Episode 31 | Senator Jackson reflects on the disheartening close to session on Sine Die, all while celebrating her peers, their careers, and sharing what she's learned in her first two years under the Gold Dome.
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Episode 31
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52:00
Episode 30
Senator Jackson sits down with Shereetha J. and her classmates at Agnes Scott College for their Technologies of Social Change graduate studies course. In this episode, Jackson uses her unique insight as a priest, farmer, and state legislator to...
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Episode 30
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59:00