Danny Beck and Scott Berta sit down to talk about their campaigns for Newnan mayor and city council, mixing personal stories with candid takes on the upcoming election.

They share why they’re running, what they hope to bring to local government, and how they plan to boost citizen engagement, lower tensions, and bring fresh energy and collaboration to the community/

In this episode of the Danny Beck Podcast, Scott Tigchelaar shares how he helped shape Georgia into a film industry powerhouse, starting with his work on the 2003 tax incentive that brought productions like The Walking Dead to the state.

Scott also dives into his ambitious efforts to transform downtown Senoia — from buying up 22 vacant parcels to growing the area from just five businesses to over 150.

He discusses the economic impact of Riverwood Studios, the future of local projects like a trolley connecting Senoia and Newnan, and why thoughtful long-term planning is key to community success.

In this episode of the Danny Beck Podcast, local community leader Rob Cole sits down with Danny to dive into his recent Letter to the Editor — the one stirring up conversation across Coweta County about the troubling direction of local growth.

Rob unpacks the challenges facing our community, from reckless development to alarmingly low voter turnout. With frank observations and a strong call for residents to get involved, he lays out a vision for smarter, more intentional growth in Coweta County.

It’s an essential listen for anyone who cares about the future of Newnan and beyond, offering a hometown perspective on where we’re headed and what we can do about it.