Radio Programs
  
 

For the past decade, Philip Graitcer, known as Dr. G, has been a weekly host and producer of Good Morning Blues, an award-winning blues program heard on WRFG-FM during Atlanta's drivetime. Interviews with blues artists and tributes to the blues are a regular feature of the show. As a former CDC disease detective, Dr. Graitcer also covers the public health beat for commercial and public radio. His shows on cultural and health topics have also been heard on WCNN, XM Satellite Radio, and Georgia Public Broadcasting. Here is a sampling of recent programs. (Click on picture to listen)

 
 
  Country blues singer, Precious Bryant, grew up in rural Georgia and learned some guitar licks from the radio. (February 2005)
 
  It has been said that music has charms to soothe the savage beast, but a new exhibit at Emory University explores how music can be used to bring about social change. (February 2005)
 
  Before Muddy Waters, Son House, and John Lee Hooker ever recorded, four Atlanta blues musicians were national stars. Now, they are almost forgotten. (February 2005)
 
Two years ago, Atlanta native Kaki King was playing guitar in New York City's subways for pocket change. A chance discovery made her an underground guitar sensation. (October 2004)
 
Some veterans missed this year's Veterans' Day celebrations. They were searching for their next meal and a place to sleep. (November 2004)
Bonnie Raitt called her a national treasure and she regularly steals the show from Lyle Lovett. Meet Francine Reed. (September 2004)
  Now in its 20th year, the North Georgia Folk Festival is a showcase for traditional musicians. (September 2004)
  Delta Moon has its musical roots in the Delta but has a contemporary sound. (August 2004)
  Recent outbreaks of influenza in man and animals may mean a worldwide flu epidemic. Are we ready for it? (March 2004)