On this episode Hans sits down with Jason Howard and Cathy Murphy of the Summit Conceling Center to discuss an upcoming townall host by the center and the City of Milton at its city hall. The event is designed to raise awareness of the growing epidemic of suicides in the country and Georgia, but especially in affluent suburbia. Cathy and Jason talk about how to recognize early signs for suicide and what can be done to prevent it. If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts, get help immediately. Call the Georgia Crisis and Access Line 1-800-715-4225 or visit mygcal.com, where you can find an agency in your area that may help.   Suicide, A Community Conversation (townhall) Sep 10, 2019, 6:30pm - 8:30pm, Milton City Hall The City of Milton, in partnership with the Summit Counseling Center, is hosting a community conversation at Milton City Hall to discuss suicide prevention. This important community conversation will include an expert panel of parents, counselors, medical experts, and youth leaders.    Important Resources  Georgia Crisis and Access Line (GCAL) 1-800-715-4225 For immediate access to routine or crisis services 24/7/365.   My GCAL App The app will allow youth to call, text, or chat with GCAL 24/7/365.   Trusted Adult Training Signs of Suicide “Trusted Adult” Workshop Sunday, September 22nd, 5:00PM City Hall – Community Place, 2006 Heritage Walk, Milton

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Inside the Box - Episode 48: Jason Howard, Cathy Murphy

Hans is joined in studio by three people that have been instrumental in making the work of the Ed Isakson/Alpharetta Family YMCA possible over the years. Roger Wise, Jimmy Moore and Elwyn Gaissert discuss what it took to bring a new YMCA "north of the river" in Atlanta for the first time in the early '80s, the process for developing its brick and mortar structure, and the people involved along the way. It is a show about dedication, the importance of community service above self.   Watch the episode: https://youtu.be/DbJBzTUtAoc

Inside the Box - Episode 47: Roger Wise, Jimmy Moore and Elwyn Gaissert

On the show this week is Jeff Graham, the Executive Director of Georgia Equality. He and Hans talk about the HIV epidemic in Atlanta, hate crime bills, trans people in the military - and much more!  Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/WEuw-FAuB0E Follow Georgia Equality on Twitter @GAEquality or online at www.georgiaequality.org. Follow Inside the Box podcast on Twitter @insidetheboxpod.

Inside the Box - Episode 46: Jeff Graham

Joining Hans on the show this week is US Senator Johnny Isakson, the senior Senator from Georgia and Chair of the Senate Committee on Veterans Affairs. They talk all things national security – from his recent trip to Iraq, escalating tensions in Iran, and trade wars with China. Visit the Senator’s official website HERE Watch the episode HERE Follow Senator Isakson on Twitter @SenatorIsakson Follow Inside the Box podcast on Twitter @insidetheboxpod  

Inside the Box - Episode 45: Senator Johnny Isakson

Joining Hans on the show this week is Professor Carolyn Bourdeaux, a Democratic candidate for Georgia's 7th Congressional District to discuss her 2020 race, student loans, health care and more! Watch the episode HERE  Find out more about Carolyn's campaign HERE Follow us @insidetheboxpod 

Inside the Box - Episode 44: Professor Carolyn Bourdeaux

Joining Hans on the show this week is Alpharetta City Councilman Jason Binder to discuss the recently proposed Safe Hotels Ordinance. Councilman Binder talks about how he originally thought of the idea, why he thinks it's important, and what effect he thinks it might have on crime in the city of Alpharetta. To learn more about the ordinance or to contact Jason directly, click HERE. Listen to the North Fulton Serves podcast, HERE. Donate to the 2019 Ed Isakson/Alpharetta Family YMCA campaign HERE.

Inside the Box - Episode 43: Councilman Jason Binder

The Appen Family was invited to give a presentation on the history of Appen Media Group and their take on the future of local news at their church, Alpharetta Presbyterian, which has been hosting a speaking series called Community Conversations. 

BONUS EPISODE - Inside the Box - Episode 42: Ray, Christina & Hans Appen

Joining Hans on the show this week is Brian Patton, a commercial real estate expert in the north Metro Atlanta area who gives his take on trends in the industry, why Alpharetta continues to buck the trend, his thoughts on a potential bubble and much more.

Inside the Box - Episode 41: Brian Patton

Craig Kidd, Chief of Staff for Johns Creek Mayor Mike Bodker and First Vice Chair for the Fulton County Republican Party joins Hans on the show this week to talk all things Johns Creek - including traffic, Mayor Bodker's tenure, a potential Johns Creek city center and the city's recent election of Democrats to the state legislature. 

Inside the Box - Episode 40: Craig Kidd

Preston Thompson, the campaign manager for Representative Elect Mary Robichaux, joins the show to talk about their upset victory over incumbent Representative Doctor Betty Price. Will metro Atlanta politics continue to trend blue? How will recently elected Democrats forge their own path under a Brian Kemp governorship? Preston answers all of these questions and more in a behind the scenes peak into local politics and running a campaign. Follow Preston on Twitter: @PSton3

Inside the Box - Episode 39: Preston Thompson

Alpharetta Presbyterian Church Associate Pastor Rev. Caitlin Phillips and congregation member Derek Scheidt join the show to talk about the church’s recent push to attract people of all walks of life through its “ACCEPTANCE” marketing efforts. Caitlin and Derek talk about why this is important and what it means for the church to be a safe place for people in desperate need of one. 

Inside the Box - Episode 38: Reverend Caitlin Phillips, Derek Scheidt

On the show this week, Mary Robichaux, the Democratic candidate for House District 48 joins the show to discuss her platform, how she as a healthcare professional looks to make an impact on Georgia politics, and the state of the governor's race. 

Inside the Box - Episode 37: Mary Robichaux

Black Box reporter Pat Fox jumps on the phone to discuss his most recent article detailing two North Fulton mayors, Alpharetta's Jim Gilvin and Johns Creek's Mike Bodker, issues with the composition of the governing authority for metro Atlanta's newest transit authority - the ATL.

Inside the Box - Episode 36: Pat Fox (Black Box)

Krish Bralley joins the show this week to talk about his campaign platform and his challenge to the incumbent Republican representative from Alpharetta. He talks about his desire to bring the electric car tax credit back, Medicaid expansion, early childhood education and more.

Inside the Box - Episode 35: Krish Bralley

Ellyn Jeager, the Democratic nominee for Georgia State Senate District 56 race, joins Hans on the show to discuss the issues and why she decided to make the jump into the political arena. They discuss anything from guns in school to why mental health is such an important part of her platform.

Inside the Box - Episode 34: Ellyn Jeager

Inside the Box is brought to you by the Appen Podcast Network and the members of the Black Box investigations team. It is focused on the stories and people important to Georgia and the north metro Atlanta area. Headquartered in Alpharetta, just north of Atlanta, this podcast focuses on local stories that are often times a microcosm of a larger, sometimes national, conversation. Designed to encourage the listener to consider a new perspective or to think deeper, Inside the Box is a must have podcast for anyone who likes story telling, good journalism, and thoughtful conversations.

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