Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast This Is Nashville
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| Your Turn to Talk: One Small Step with Jad Abumrad | 09 Jan 2025 | 00:50:16 | |
Through guided dialogues, One Small Step encourages participants to listen just as much as they speak and stay open to a wide range of opinions. Dialogue Vanderbilt has partnered with StoryCorps to bring One Small Step to Middle-Tennessee and Jad Abumrad, Vanderbilt’s Distinguished Research Professor of Communication of Science and Technology and co-founder of Radiolab, joins us to talk about the essentials and efficacy of this ambitious program. This episode was produced by Mary Mancini and Josh Deepan. GUEST
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| How to find a new career in Middle Tennessee | 08 Jan 2025 | 00:50:17 | |
Today, we talk about Tennessee’s job market and some of the major concerns employers and employees face right now. We also hear about the local resources available to help anyone, even young people, figure out their next career step and get support while navigating a job search. This episode was produced by Katherine Ceicys. GUESTS
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| Your Turn to Talk: Parking Problems | 18 Dec 2024 | 00:50:24 | |
Demand for affordable spaces outpaces supply, rates are soaring and parking management wrongfully charge fees and boot without warning. Today, we discuss parking problems, what can be done to alleviate some of them, and what the future of parking looks like as new construction continues to boom and expand into residential areas. And we want to hear from you! Call 615-760-2000 to join the conversation. Parking Management companies that were contacted did not want to comment or did not respond to requests. This episode was produced by Joan Kite. Guests Nicholas Brindle | Senior Associate Council, Tennessee Department of Human Services | |||
| Paddle, paddle, paddle! Making a splash in Tennessee's scenic waterways | 09 Jul 2024 | 00:50:45 | |
One of the gifts of living here in Middle TN is that our state is full of some of the nation’s most beautiful ponds, rivers, and lakes. There are so many ways to enjoy the water from swimming, to paddling a kayak, canoe or paddle board, to fishing. If you’re not familiar with how to jump in, how can you get started? And what do you need to know to stay safe? We’re talking with local water enthusiasts about how they’re enjoying Tennessee’s natural waterways this summer- and what you need to know to get out there to join them. Join us! Today's Guests:
Today's show was produced by Katherine Ceicys. | |||
| Profile: Dr. Steven Townsend | 08 Jul 2024 | 00:50:43 | |
Dr. Townsend’s lab ‘cares about why people get sick’ and applies organic chemistry to help people everywhere get and stay healthy. He is pioneering the chemical make-up of human breast milk. He discovered a new class of sugars in human milk that prevent babies from getting viral and bacterial infections, and the wide-reaching applications for his lab’s work span from new medicines to industrial paint from new medicines to industrial pain. Today we’re talking with Dr. Townsend about his work, how he became a chemist, and why he especially loves helping others find their success in what many consider one the most difficult fields of scientific study. Join us! Today's Guest:
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| Music Citizens: A new podcast from WNXP | 03 Jul 2024 | 00:50:42 | |
Music Citizens is about the people who make music work. Each episode will explore what it takes to do the jobs that keep the music business moving and introduce you to the characters who are often well-known within their worlds but whose vital work goes largely uncelebrated. Today, we’re speaking with Jason Moon Wilkins, program director for WNXP and host of the Music Citizens podcast, and Justin Barney, assistant program director for WNXP and the reporter and producer of Music Citizens, about their new project, the inspiration behind it, and the first episode (“The Lifer,” featuring The End’s Bruce Fitzpatrick). Then, later on in the show, we’re joined by the president of the Music Venue Alliance of Nashville, Chris Cobb, to take a look at the difficulties facing independent music venues in Nashville, like The End. This episode was produced by Mary Mancini. Guests
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| Writing about the death penalty | 02 Jul 2024 | 00:50:47 | |
Meanwhile, time marches on — as do cases, appeals and new bills. Today, we're welcoming journalists and authors Liliana Segura, Steven Hale and Joe Ingle to talk about their latest work writing about this punishment. Today's guests: Liliana Segura | Investigative journalist covering the U.S. criminal justice system, The Intercept Further in:
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| Profile: Tonya Abari | 01 Jul 2024 | 00:50:36 | |
When Tonya started looking for books for her children to read, she noticed that they all featured white kids. At the same time she wanted to get back into journalism and even considered writing classroom curriculum. Writing for the classroom didn't work out, but writing children's books that celebrate Juneteenth and a diverse range of Black hairstyles. Today, she joins us to talk about how she came to Nashville, how she became an author, culturally responsive education and why she chooses to homeschool her children. This episode was produced by Elizabeth Burton. | |||
| Citywide reporter roundup: religion edition | 27 Jun 2024 | 00:50:42 | |
In 2024, many different faith communities are flourishing in Middle Tennessee and local religion reporters, whose work often reaches national audiences, have a lot to cover. Today we are joined by Liam Adams, Religion Reporter for The Tennessean, Holly Meyer, the Global Religion News Editor for the Associated Press, and WPLN’s own Rachel lacovone, one of the our newsroom leaders who has reported and edited much of WPLN's religion coverage. They'll break down the latest news and share what it’s like to report on a topic that is both deeply personal and emphatically public for so many. Join us! Today's episode was produced by Katherine Ceicys and Mary Mancini. GUESTS
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| They say diplomacy starts at home- so do diplomats! | 26 Jun 2024 | 00:50:43 | |
US diplomats live and work overseas, helping US citizens abroad as well as building relationships with host countries. They get a new assignment to change countries — and often the languages they’re working in — about every two years. What is their life and work really like? And who are the people working here in the US to support US foreign policy goals? Today we’re talking with native Tennesseans who are serving in the US State Department's Civil Service and Foreign Service. We’ll find out what it takes to represent the US internationally and the steps anyone can follow to have their own "globally available" adventure. Join us! This episode was guest-hosted and produced by Katherine Ceicys. Today's Guests: Lou Fintor, Diplomat in Residence North Central Region (MI, IN, KY, TN), U.S. Department of State Further Reading and Listening:
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| In My Place, Episode 5: Upstream homelessness prevention | 25 Jun 2024 | 00:50:40 | |
In My Place educates listeners on what cities like Nashville can do to prevent and end homelessness — while caring for our neighbors who are still unhoused. We talk to national and local guests about everything from best practices to worst failures and hear from people who intimately know the complexities of having nowhere to go. This show highlights how affordable housing affects each of us even if we think it doesn't. This series was created thanks in part to support from Pinnacle Financial Partners! This episode was produced by Judy Tackett and Tasha A.F. Lemley. Today's guests: Chad Bojorquez | Chief Program Officer, Destination Home Further in: • Overview Episode of In My Place | |||
| Re-air: A soldier, a sailor and a marine all walk into the studio… | 24 Jun 2024 | 00:50:42 | |
Military service is a point of pride for many here in Tennessee and across the country. From wanting to serve something bigger than oneself, to seeking job experience or world travel, to honoring a family tradition of service — everyone who joins the military must find their own reason for signing up. Today, we’re talking with local recruiters from the U.S. Army, Navy and Marine Corps to learn more about each branch and the first steps anyone here in Middle Tennessee can take toward serving. Guests:
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| Re-Air: Tyler Merritt | 20 Jun 2024 | 00:50:39 | |
Today, he talks with host Khalil Ekulona about the upcoming elections, diversity in Nashville, and how he talks about difficult, political topics. This episode was produced by Elizabeth Burton. | |||
| My experience...in and aging out of foster care in Tennessee | 17 Dec 2024 | 00:50:37 | |
A recent study by Belmont University reports that 70-80% of young people who age out of foster care without adequate support face homelessness, addiction, imprisonment and mental illness by the age of 21. Today we speak with two Nashvillians who both found themselves in foster care. We’ll hear about their stories, the support that made a difference for them, and how they are both dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others who are navigating similar experiences. Join us! This episode was produced by Katherine Ceicys and Mary Mancini. TODAY'S GUESTS
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| Ask the mayors | 18 Jun 2024 | 00:50:50 | |
Call 615-760-2000 to share what’s on your mind or to ask either mayor a question. This is your opportunity to get your questions answered. From transportation to transportainment, we never know what’s going to come up on our Ask The Mayor show, but it’s always interesting. Join us! This episode was produced by Katherine Ceicys and Mary Mancini. Guests:
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| Profile: Big Fella | 17 Jun 2024 | 00:50:38 | |
Big Fella, aka Willie Sims, Jr., is a musician, entertainer, TV producer, community activist and advocate, ordained minister, board member, chef, teacher, life coach and is known by many as the Unofficial Mayor of Music City. You may have seen his self-produced cooking show, Cookin' Wit' Big Fella. Perhaps, you know him from the Juneteenth fireworks celebration at Fort Negley. Or maybe you’ve run into him at a fundraising event, Metro Council meeting or a really great party. Today, he joins us to talk about his life — his early years, how he came to Nashville and what living here means to him. This episode was produced by Khalil Ekulona. Further reading and listening:
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| Kids in action | 13 Jun 2024 | 00:50:40 | |
So what do teenagers in Nashville want their home city and region to be like now and in the future? What’s working and what isn’t? Today, we’ll speak to kids in two different youth-oriented programs who share the same goal — to have a future in a city that is built to work for all. Guests:
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This episode was produced by Tasha A.F. Lemley, Mary Mancini, and Katherine Ceicys. | |||
| Kids in service | 12 Jun 2024 | 00:51:13 | |
Today, we’ll hear from young people about how they are volunteering in their communities. We'll kick off with Tennessee First Lady Maria Lee and a young student to get the scoop on the Tennessee Kids Serve Summer Challenge, which invites elementary kids to devote a portion of their summer break to serving others. Next, we'll speak with young people to find out how they are organizing service projects themselves or finding the right service opportunities through their schools and faith communities. Join us! Guests:
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| What it's like to be a kid right now | 11 Jun 2024 | 00:50:41 | |
We want to know: What is it really like to be a kid right now? Rising 6th, 8th and 11th graders are here to tell us all about school, friendships, parents, social media and what they think about where they are in life right now. We are ready — and excited — to listen to these young voices from schools across Middle Tennessee. Join us for an especially fun conversation! Guests:
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| Profile: Ann Powers | 10 Jun 2024 | 00:50:42 | |
For over 40 years, Ann Powers has been writing about music and pop culture for outlets such as The Village Voice, The New York Times and The Los Angeles Times. She’s probably interviewed all of the relevant music artists of the past four decades — from Prince to Madonna — and she’s authored many books. They include: "Weird Like Us: My Bohemian America, a memoir"; "Good Booty: Love and Sex, Black & White, Body and Soul in American Music, on eroticism in American pop music"; and "Piece by Piece," which she co-authored with Tori Amos. Her latest is the highly anticipated "Traveling: On the Path of Joni Mitchell." Since 2011, Powers has been writing for NPR as a music critic. She also spearheaded their multi-platform project, called Turning the Tables, that explored the 150 greatest albums by women. After living all over the country, Ann Powers now calls Nashville her home. So, what stories does she have about her storied career? And after living in San Francisco and New York, what does she think of our city? | |||
| How Metro Arts conflict is impacting artists | 06 Jun 2024 | 00:51:06 | |
As much as we all love drama, we’d prefer it stayed on stage. At the June 4 council meeting, Metro Council approved the $200,000 settlement that would ensure former Director Daniel Singh’s resignation from the Metro Arts Commission. This is just the latest in a multiyear long conflict regarding equity — within the Metro Arts staff, between Metro Arts and other Metro departments, and in the Thrive award application process. Instead, back-and-forth about deficits and decorum has ruled the conversation, leaving independent artists and organizations alike to operate this fiscal year without actually receiving the funding Metro Arts awarded them. Today, we’ll hear perspectives on the source of these issues and from affected local artists. This episode was produced by Elizabeth Burton. Guests:
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| Tennessee Pageant and Scholarship Competitions | 05 Jun 2024 | 00:50:44 | |
From the outside, the world of beauty pageants and scholarship competitions can be fun to watch- but sometimes difficult to fully understand. What are the competitions really like? What does it take to win? And what exactly does a titleholder do for the year after she wins? Miss Tennessee USA 2024, Miss Black Tennessee USA 2024, Miss Tennessee 2023 and Miss Davidson County 2024 are here to share their personal experiences of competing- and what participating in these competitions means to them. Join us! Guests:
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| Re-Air: Long-lasting Love | 04 Jun 2024 | 00:50:44 | |
Today we’re talking with two couples who have been together for several decades … and who are happy to say that they continue to love and like each other each day. We’ll also hear about a bonded couple who show their love through sharing treats, making biscuits, and grooming each other … guess what species they are!? A shorter version of this episode aired earlier this year. Tune in for the full conversations today! Guests:
Learn More: This episode was produced by Katherine Ceicys and Magnolia McKay. | |||
| Profile: State Senator Heidi Campbell | 03 Jun 2024 | 00:50:35 | |
Her political career began in St. Paul, Minnesota. When she came back to her hometown of Nashville, she became the Mayor of Oak Hill, then State Senator. Last year she ran for Mayor of Nashville, she even ran for Congress in 2022. But did you know that path to holding public office was not the path she first envisioned for herself? We’ll talk with the Nashville native who found her way to politics after experiencing events that helped her view life from a different perspective.
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| This is Nashvillians | 16 Dec 2024 | 00:50:00 | |
Their responses can be spoken word poetry, an essay, a speech. It can be ... whatever they want. It’s their voice expressing what their city means to them. Today seven people share their perspective on what this city and region means to them. Their words. Their voices. This Is Nashville presents … This Is Nashvillians. This episode was produced by Khalil Ekulona. Guests: Music Playlist: | |||
| Ask not one, but two, mayors! | 30 May 2024 | 00:50:38 | |
Dial 615-760-2000 to share what’s on your mind or to ask either mayor a question. We never fully know what’s going to come up on our Ask The Mayor show, but it’s always a good time. Join us! This episode was produced by Katherine Ceicys and Mary Mancini. Guests:
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| What's going on at Metro Arts? | 29 May 2024 | 00:50:51 | |
For people who haven’t been following the story, it’s hard to know where to start if you want to learn more. For people who have been following, it can get complicated, and it’s easy to forget what's really happened. Today, we’re diving into it all headfirst and reviewing the most impactful, dysfunctional (and wildest) moments that led us to where we are today. We’ll hear from key players including commissioners, employees, councilmembers, reporters and concerned citizens that have been following the saga. This episode was produced by Elizabeth Burton. Guests
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| In My Place, Episode 4: The interconnectedness of health care, housing and homelessness | 28 May 2024 | 00:50:33 | |
Housing is health care — which becomes especially apparent when we get to know our unhoused population. Here, we talk about what happens to people’s health and health care once they have lost their permanent housing. In My Place educates listeners on what cities like Nashville can do to prevent and end homelessness — while caring for our neighbors who are still unhoused. We talk to national and local guests about everything from best practices to worst failures and hear from people who intimately know the complexities of having nowhere to go. This show highlights how affordable housing affects each of us even if we think it doesn't. This series was created thanks in part to support from Pinnacle Financial Partners! This episode was produced by Judy Tackett and Tasha A.F. Lemley. Today's guests:
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| Nashville's farmers market communities | 23 May 2024 | 00:50:37 | |
Farmers markets are a way for food growers and other vendors to serve the community directly, outside of big box grocery stores. So who are these farmers and other vendors? Who are the community members that come out to support them? And how do farmers markets intersect with food justice? GUESTS
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| Vietnam veterans of Middle Tennessee | 22 May 2024 | 00:50:42 | |
Veterans and their advocates have worked hard over the past several decades to make sure that veterans receive the care and support they need. Today, we’re speaking with local Vietnam veterans about their experiences and those working to learn and share veteran’s stories. Plus, we'll learn how anyone can get involved to make a difference for local vets today. GUESTS
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| Citywide reporter roundup | 21 May 2024 | 00:50:43 | |
Today, Jeremy Finley, chief investigative reporter for News Channel 4; Adam Sichko, senior reporter for Nashville Business Journal; and Mike Organ, college sports reporter for The Tennessean, will break down their latest stories and what they’re keeping their eyes on coming up. Join us for our citywide reporter roundup! Today’s episode was produced by Katherine Ceicys. GUESTS
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| Profile: Pastor Greg Bullard | 20 May 2024 | 00:50:43 | |
He leads the church Covenant of the Cross in Madison, and he is Nashville's longest serving openly gay pastor. Pastor Greg works to fill in the gaps left by antagonistic laws, homophobic and transphobic organizations, and to provide a place for LGBT worshippers to be spiritually filled while also getting the resources they need. This episode was produced by Elizabeth Burton. | |||
| The power of preventative health | 16 May 2024 | 00:50:45 | |
Routine health habits might be easy to ignore, but they make a huge difference in our wellbeing. Today, local physicians and a mental health care provider are here to share what we all need to know — and can do — to take good care of our bodies and minds. This episode was produced by Katherine Ceicys. Guests:
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| How restorative practices are changing some Nashville classrooms | 15 May 2024 | 00:50:44 | |
The conventional methods of management and discipline rely heavily on removing struggling students from the classroom — putting them even further behind. And this discipline disproportionately affects students of color. But educators and researchers have been developing ways to avoid the school-to-prison pipeline — a lot of these fall under the umbrella of “restorative practices.” So what are these restorative practices? And how is the attempt to implement them in MNPS going? This episode was produced by Magnolia McKay. Guests:
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| What's going on with TVA? | 14 May 2024 | 00:50:43 | |
Residents, elected officials, and climate activists have concerns about what the use of fossil fuels will mean for the state, especially as scientists say we should be phasing out our fossil fuel consumption. Today, we'll hear from reporters about their perspective on the TVA Board of Directors, which oversees the utility, and what the fossil fuel expansion will mean for Tennesseans. We'll also speak with two organizers who believe TVA could be doing a better job of protecting the environment while still providing electricity. Later, we'll talk with the Black Nashville Assembly to learn more about what measures they want to see to ensure safety for young people in our city. This episode was produced by Elizabeth Burton and Khalil Ekulona. This Is Nashville was unable to coordinate a representative from TVA to appear on today's show. Guests:
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| Long-term recovery from the 2023 tornado and Hurricane Helene | 12 Dec 2024 | 00:36:44 | |
Just over a year ago, a tornado outbreak struck Middle Tennessee, killing seven people, injuring more than 80, and damaging or destroying thousands of homes. In September, Hurricane Helene and the subsequent flooding devastated upper East Tennessee. In the aftermath of both disasters, volunteers and relief organizations quickly mobilized to provide immediate assistance and assess the damage. Once the initial recovery phase was complete, efforts shifted to long-term recovery and building. Today, we’ll provide an update on the status of that recovery, the ongoing efforts to reduce the risk of future catastrophic weather events, and ways you can support survivors during the holiday season. Guests
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| Profile: Prisca Dorcas Mojica Rodríguez | 13 May 2024 | 00:50:26 | |
Prisca Dorcas Mojica RodrDespite finding acclaim and recognition in cities like LA and New York, and through her Instagram page @LatinaRebels, she struggles to find her place and feel seen in Nashville. She attributes part of that to being a disruptor- she was the one asking the tough questions and wearing upside down crosses while enrolled at Vanderbilt Divinity School. At the same time, she questions if people in Nashville aren't quite ready for an author like her who is forthright about writing for a Latine audience— not white people. Today we’ll talk about her journey to Nashville, what being Latina means to her, and what she wants to see from the Nashville Latine community and Nashville as a whole. This episode was produced by Elizabeth Burton. Further Reading and Listening
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| How the four-day workweek works | 09 May 2024 | 00:50:44 | |
Studies show that employee well-being, job satisfaction, retention and productivity all increase with a compressed schedule. In a recent six-month trial in the UK, nearly 90% of companies that gave a four-day workweek a try kept with it over a year later. But is it as good as it sounds? And how exactly does it work across different industries? Today, we’re talking with a researcher and veteran HR leader about the rising popularity of compressed schedules. We'll also hear from one employer about how she transitioned her family business to a four-day workweek and what it's like to work there now from one of the company's team members. Join us! This episode was produced by Katherine Ceicys. Guests:
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| Where Tennessee's medieval enthusiasts find community | 08 May 2024 | 00:50:23 | |
n this episode, we’ll talk to Ren Fest enthusiasts and other folks who celebrate the medieval era to learn what inspires them to take up this type of historical reenactment, whether it’s a lifestyle or just for a weekend. This episode was produced by Magnolia McKay. Guests:
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| Service dogs and their handlers | 07 May 2024 | 00:50:42 | |
If you don’t have a disability, you may not have ever thought twice about how you would get into a building or whether you can really trust a gluten-free label. When you are disabled, it can seem like every decision you make has to be calculated in order to avoid flareups, episodes or more. Prescription medication, surgery, therapy, Eastern medication, yoga, massages and more can all be solutions to alleviate or ameliorate a disability, but for some people, this is not enough. They might turn to the help of a service dog to guide them around, alert them to incoming medical episodes and more. Today, we’ll talk with service dog handlers and trainers in Middle Tennessee to learn more about what these dogs can do, how to respond when you see one in public, and what it takes to train one. This episode was produced by Elizabeth Burton. Special thanks to Tom Jedlowski. Guests:
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| Profile: Stacy Downey | 06 May 2024 | 00:50:42 | |
In 2010, Stacy Downey founded The Little Pantry That Could in North Nashville, which provided free food and support to any one in need –no questions asked. In 2022, the loss of a lease and sky-high real estate prices forced The Little Pantry to permanently close. Stacy, who has also worked at One Generation Away, joins us today to share her story and talk about her continued dedication to making sure everyone has the food and welcome they need. Join us. This episode was produced by Katherine Ceicys. Further listening and reading:
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| Nashville’s exvangelical movement | 02 May 2024 | 00:50:42 | |
While mainline denominations are seeing a overall decline in attendance, exvangelicals, a term that denotes former evangelical status, are part of a growing online community who are outspoken about why they’ve left the church. In Nashville, evangelical culture is everywhere — think Bible verses on your favorite donut store’s boxes, prayer at social gatherings or the common practice of incorporating a gospel song into a set. With guest host Marianna Bacallao, we explore the experiences of exvangelicals in Nashville. Are the city’s exvangelicals finding support from one another, and if so how? This episode was produced by Magnolia McKay. Guests:
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| The state of local and public media | 01 May 2024 | 00:50:26 | |
Whether we’re battling fake news, censorship, or just sloppy reporting, it can be extremely difficult for the average person to be engaged with what’s going on — especially in their city or region. Not to mention challenges with the funding model for some types of journalism. The news landscape can look bleak at times. The first half of 2024 has brought mass layoffs — and even shutterings — for legacy publications that are both nonprofit and for profit. Multiple NPR member stations have seen layoffs — like Colorado Public Radio, WAMU (DC’s local), WBEZ (Chicago), and WBUR (Boston). It's not just radio. The Los Angeles Times also laid off entire departments, and they faced sharp critique for eliminating some of their post-2020 diversity-focused programming. Pitchfork is restructuring to a point that no one is even sure if they really still exist. With guest host Emily Siner, we’ll ask what conditions reporters are facing right now and unpack what it means to be audience-funded. This episode was produced by Elizabeth Burton. Guests:
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| In My Place, Episode 3: Housing Strategies | 30 Apr 2024 | 00:50:43 | |
This series, thanks in part to support from Pinnacle Financial Partners, brings in national and local guests to discuss everything from best practices to worst failures — and we get to hear from people who intimately know the complexities of having nowhere to go. In today's episode, we focus on what it entails to assist a person transitioning from homelessness to housing. Today's guests: • Adam Ruege, Director of Strategy and Evaluation, Community Solutions | |||
| En Pointe: Nashville’s dance and choreography scene | 18 Apr 2024 | 00:50:31 | |
Today we'll check in with those who are are innovating in Nashville’s dance scene and find out where Middle Tennesseans can go to see the work of local dancers and choreographers. Plus, visionary dancer and choreographer Alvin Ailey carved out a space in the dance world for African American dancers to express themselves, and brought a blend of jazz, ballet, and Black cultural vernacular to the stage that has forever changed American modern dance. For a closer look, we'll also speak with past and present performers from this groundbreaking group. Guests:
Further Listening: This is Nashville | Salsa, two-step, bachata… we’re talking partner dancing! How to keep up with local dance performances: Nashville Dance Community list, compiled by Amanda Roche | |||
| Ask the Mayor, plus 'Taking Cover' | 17 Apr 2024 | 00:50:41 | |
Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell takes listeners calls today. Then, starting this Friday, April 19, Nashville Public Radio will be running the seven-part series Taking Cover at noon. Hosted by NPR's Pentagon correspondent Tom Bowman and Graham Smith of the Investigations unit, Taking Cover investigates the worst Marine-on-Marine friendly fire incident in modern history and the events that followed. This Is Nashville producer Katherine Ceicys spoke with Bowman and Smith about the series and what listeners can expect. This Is Nashville will be live again tomorrow, Thursday, April 18, and will return again on Tuesday, April 30. Guests:
Learn More: This episode was produced by Katherine Ceicys and Mary Mancini. | |||
| Extraordinary Pen Pals | 11 Dec 2024 | 00:49:59 | |
Today’s guest, long-time Nashvillian Keely Scott, kept a written relationship for over 30 years with an eccentric Manhattan artist, starting when she was a second grader in Texas. The story of their relationship is marked by moments in Keely’s own life and contains beautiful stories of friendship. Not surprisingly, Keely is passing this legacy onto her daughter, who now has her own faraway pen pal. Read Keely's full letter to Barbara This episode is produced by Leslie Thompson. Guest Keely Scott | Executive for Compassion International | |||
| Student reporter roundup | 16 Apr 2024 | 00:50:19 | |
Middle schoolers, high schoolers and college students all over Middle Tennessee run student newspapers, TV stations and recording studios. These student journalists work hard to deliver news and inform their communities. Today, we’re talking with student writers, reporters and podcasters about their latest coverage — and what it’s like to be an emerging journalist right now. Join us! Guests:
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| Re-air: Demetria Kalodimos | 15 Apr 2024 | 00:50:42 | |
With more than 40 years of journalism experience in Nashville, Emmy-award-winning Demetria Kalodimos is still one of the best-known names and faces in local news. After a long career in television, she’s moved on to documentary filmmaking, teaching and resurrecting the print-gone-web Nashville Banner. We sit down with her to talk about her career, the golden days of local tv news, and what’s next for this venerable journalist. Guests:
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| The one about the bras | 12 Apr 2024 | 00:47:16 | |
Nearly 20 years ago Oprah Winfrey had a segment on her show encouraging women to get fitted, saying "change your bra, change your life." We'll talk to our own local expert on what makes a good bra. And then we turn our attention to a group of women who support each other in their time of breastfeeding. The members of La Leche League, an organization with chapters across the world, meet to share resources, tips, and advice for this crucial point of nurturing a new life. Guests:
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