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Robert Spano, the musical director of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, is set to retire in the coming years. The 2020-21 season will be his final curtain call. But not before leaving classical music lovers with something beautiful and melodic to remember. Although a man known for championing contemporary composers, he is also grounded in the classics. AJC features reporter Bo Emerson has a revealing interview with the music conductor whose career has spanned more than three decades. Plus, host Shane Harrison shares things to do in Atlanta during the next 10 days, including the Big Shanty Festival in downtown Kennesaw. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Atlanta’s food scene has transformed into a culinary delight. For folks in search of sumptuous flavors, you'll find unique experiences from across the world right in the heart of the city. In this episode, AJC dining editor Ligaya Figueras discusses international eats and treats that make Atlanta’s dining scene one of a kind. Plus, host Shane Harrison shares things to do in Atlanta during the next 10 days, including Freaky Friday, the Disney-based musical at Horizon Theatre. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With every beat, every note, and every sound, the drumline band for the Atlanta Braves plays their way into the hearts of Atlanta’s baseball fans. Meet the Heavy Hitters—24 drummers who captivate fans with a game day, musical performance that leaves onlookers entertained and feelin’ mighty good. In this episode, the AJC’s Jill Vejnoska gets to know the drummers and showcases what it’s really like to be a Heavy Hitter. Plus, host Shane Harrison shares things to do in Atlanta during the next 10 days, including the 42nd Atlanta Film Festival. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For fans, it’s not just about the game. It’s about the experience. No one knows this better than AJC reporter—and Atlanta Hawks superfan—Helena Oliviero. In this episode, she takes us behind the scenes to know what the ultimate Hawks fan experience is really like at a basketball game. Plus, host Shane Harrison reveals some fun things to do in Atlanta during the next 10 days, including Dad’s Garage 2018 Baconfest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brooklyn may have made him, but Atlanta can certainly claim him. Local artist Jim Hill made his way to the A-T-L to become one of the city’s artistic gems. In a captivating interview with AJC’s Talk of the Town columnist Nedra Rhone, this mosaic artist describes becoming a prolific artist without first having paint or chalk. Hear how Rep. John Lewis inspired one of his most controversial pieces and his plans to make a difference for Atlanta’s homeless. Host Shane Harrison reveals some fun things to do in Atlanta over the next 10 days, including country singer Lee Ann Womack’s visit to City Winery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Cameron is one of the most prominent hometown radio personalities in Atlanta history. In this extensive interview with AJC radio/TV blogger Rodney Ho, Cameron candidly shares why he is leaving the business he knows best to become a partner at a new Atlanta-based branding firm. Host Shane Harrison reveals some fun things to do in Atlanta over the next 10 days, including the Celebrating David Bowie tour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Wakanda. Entertainment blogger Jennifer Brett hits a star-studded red carpet for the "Black Panther" screening at Atlanta’s Fox Theatre. Actors Samuel L. Jackson, Tyrese Gibson, Kim Fields, and rapper T.I. share their excitement for the Atlanta-filmed Marvel blockbuster. Host Shane Harrison reveals some fun things to do in Atlanta during the next 10 days, including the Yellow Pollen Street Festival. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In our first podcast, hear music reporter Melissa Ruggieri’s interview with John Driskell Hopkins of the Zac Brown Band. Be in the know about his solo project, due later this year. Host Shane Harrison will tell you about some fun things to do in Atlanta over the next 10 days, including the Atlanta Brunch Festival and the Southeastern Cowboy Gathering. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

accessAtlanta is a new podcast that shares the best things to do, see, eat and experience in Atlanta. We’ll bring you the stories that make our eclectic city one of a kind, and take you behind the scenes in a town where we create movies, music and art making waves around the world. Every week, we’ll share with you some of the best places to eat, play, and live out loud in the ATL. Join us and let us be your guide to a city that we know best. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices