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Since 2021, the financial health of Tennessee State University has been in the news. In 2021 a group of state lawmakers found that in the previous 50 years the state had underfunded the school by about a half a billion dollars. Then, in 2023, a federal report said that the state underfunded the university by far more than the original estimate — about $2 billion dollars just between 1987 and 2020. This fall, TSU laid off more than 100 employees and just last month the administration announced further cost-saving measures to keep from running out of money by the end of the school year. Today we’re taking your calls and speaking with HBCU historian Dr. Crystal deGregory, Tennessean reporter Rachel Wegner and Andrea Williams, op-ed columnist and curator of the Black Tennessee Voices initiative for the The Tennessean. We’ll explore HBCU history, TSU’s funding, and what could be done to permanently fix this chronic situation.

With only four official floors, Downtown Presbyterian Church (Rep. John Lewis Way and 5th) used to be one of the tallest buildings in Nashville. Now dwarfed by skyscrapers, her history is way bigger than her small stature.

Just 90 minutes from Nashville, you can enjoy a concert in a cave.

Tucked away on a side-street in the rapidly-changing Wedgewood-Houston neighborhood sits the gallery space that artist Julia Martin has called home for more than a decade.

The wild turkey is the only species completely native to North America, and exists in any climate in the continent. But this weird-looking bird is more important than it looks.

Middle Tennessee has many active 12 Step recovery communities. In this episode, we talk with members from a few about their experiences and approaches to the upcoming holidays.

With a career spanning seven decades, singer, author, actor and speaker Pat Boone rivaled Elvis in the mid 20th century with his brand of wholesome teen popularity.

Every Thursday, we open up the phone lines because it's your turn to talk. And once a month, Mayor Freddie O’Connell joins us to take your calls.

Vulnerable communities are already being affected by climate change.

The holidays are on their way, and thousands of travelers will be flying in and out of Nashville before the end of the year. You might be one of them.

Nashville-native Chuck iNDigo is keeping his cool under a bright spotlight.

Today WNXP program director Jason Moon Wilkins and senior music writer for Nashville Public Radio Jewly Hight join us to talk about the music business.

Since she was young, WPLN morning host Nina Cardona has been fascinated by history and how it shapes our society today. Now, as the voice of WPLN’s daily NashVillager podcast, she teaches listeners about the news of the day through the context of Tennessee’s past. 

Are you prepared for an emergency? Do you know how public safety workers in Nashville work to prevent and respond to major disasters?

In 2015, Megan Barry became the first female mayor of Nashville. In 2018, her term ended prematurely and shockingly.

Yesterday, we aired a post-election debrief, and the response was overwhelming. Some of you are happy; some aren't. 

The 2024 General Election was last night and the results are in. Some Americans across the country and in Tennessee are elated. Some are not.

The polls are closing, and we're opening up the phone lines. Join us for live special coverage. Call (615) 760-2000 to participate or listen live from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. using the play button below or tuning in to 90.3.

We're opening up the phone lines and kicking off our Election Week special coverage with an Election Day check-in. So...how's it going?

Christina Soontornvat is an engineer, science educator and the bestselling author of over twenty five books for children of all ages. Her latest picture book, Leo's First Vote, is a timely introduction to elections and the importance of every single vote.

Every Thursday, we open up the phone lines because it's your turn to talk. And once a month, Mayor Freddie O’Connell joins us to take your calls.

Voting is a central part of our democracy — and dedicated poll officials help ensure our elections run smoothly.

Over the course of our nine-part series, we've explored the interconnectedness of housing and homelessness. Today, on the last episode of In My Place, we summarize and ask our guests "next step" questions.

We're kicking off Halloween week with a profile of actor/writer/producer Larry Underwood and local Nashville television legend Dr. Gangrene. Wait, is this one profile or two? Hmmmmm.

It’s highlights week here at This Is Nashville, and today we’re showcasing some of the musical performances and personalities we’ve featured this year.

It’s highlights week here at This Is Nashville, and today, we’ve compiled calls from our weekly call-in show, Your Turn to Talk.

It's highlights week here at This Is Nashville. Today, we've compiled clips from some of our weekly in-depth profiles of interesting people with ties to the Nashville community.

It's Thursday and once again it's your turn to talk. With two failures under it's belt, the city's third attempt at improving the underutilized transit system could be the one that's charmed. 

So many wild animals call Nashville home. There is a lot we can do to help protect our wild neighbors.

Even though bats may not be the first animal to come to mind when we dream of our fine flying friends in Middle Tennessee, they’re arguably some of the most important in our town.

Nashville-based artist Paul Collins creates art that he calls, "a collaboration between me, Nashville, and Tennessee."

Navigating our health care system is rarely easy, but it’s especially difficult when you don’t know who to go to with questions.

Tennessee has no shortage of political scandals. From wiretapping to sexual harassment, and even selling pardons for cash, these issues continue to shape our political landscape.

Cryptozoology is the study of mysterious creatures that people claim to have seen, yet their existence remains unproven.

Theologian, ethics professor and host of the podcast, No Small Endeavor, Lee Camp has nearly three decades of experience guiding students, readers and listeners through our ever-changing socio-political world.

Immigrants and refugees contribute greatly to Middle Tennessee. They add cultural diversity, shape the local economy and cultivate strong community.

Many communities here in Middle Tennessee are dedicated to celebrating and sharing their culture’s dances.

Zulfat Suara made a remarkable entry into politics in 2019 by winning one of only five at-large seats on the Metro Council, becoming the first Muslim women elected in Tennessee and the first Nigerian woman to hold office in the United States.

The reimagining and redevelopment of North Nashville is at a crossroads.

Across the planet, people are coming up with creative and tangible ways to heal our environment.

Homelessness negatively impacts those who experience it as well as the cities where the unhoused are present and the neighborhoods where they build permanent structures for protection.

Rev. Dr. Shane B. Scott is a thoughtful and intuitive man who does not shy away from the difficult questions and modern-day challenges of spiritual leadership.

Every county in Tennessee has an election commission whose job it is to give out accurate information to voters. Some counties do a better job than others in fulfilling this obligation.

Nashville has built a national reputation for its hospitality and kindness. But is this accurate for people with disabilities who live and work in the city?

Young people across Middle Tennessee deeply care about their communities. Though they can’t vote yet, many are eager and already participating in civic life to help improve the community for all of us.

Multiple studies have found that doula support leads to better outcomes for moms, parents and newborns. But many people do not know about doula services.

Every Thursday we open up the phone lines because it's your turn to talk! 

Trade schools and apprenticeships offer technical education and hands-on training that can lead to in-demand careers.

In 1949, United Record Pressing opened its doors and began pressing vinyl records as the in-house facility for Bullet Records. Now, 75 years later, United is North America's largest vinyl record pressing plant.

Have you met Nashville’s sisters? Sister cities, that is. If you didn’t know, the long-running Sister Cities Nashville program has formal partnerships with 10 international cities.

The appeal of a four-day workweek is gaining steam across the country and globe. And there are good reasons why.

Nashville’s fast-paced growth has changed our city’s skyline and caught national headlines.

Today, Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell is in the studio to take your calls. Plus, Aug. 31 is International Overdose Awareness Day. What can you do if you witness an overdose?

Parenthood is a wild, amazing and difficult experience — and being a single parent comes with its own set of rewards and challenges.

It's clear that housing ends homelessness. Today, we look at what's necessary for communities and developers to build permanent supportive housing and make it work.

Rick Clark is a Nashville institution who is happiest when he's creating: whether it's a song, a recording, visual art, or his weekly radio show.

It's your turn to talk. Every Thursday, we open up the phone lines for your questions and comments. Today, we're discussing people, power and democracy in action.

In the 1960s, students from American Baptist College, like John Lewis and Bernard Lafayette, served on the front line of the Nashville sit-ins and Freedom Rides.

Heiman. Strickland. Mckissack. If you recognize these names, then you know at least some of Nashville’s storied architectural history.

Sara Figal, former executive director of the Nashville Conflict Resolution Center, is here to joyfully share the value of mediation!

It's your turn to talk. Every Thursday, we open up the phone lines for your questions and comments. Today, we're discussing media literacy and consumption with Garrison Hayes and Ken Paulson.

The NPR series Embedded: Supermajority follows three Covenant moms, as they advocated for gun reform at the state legislature in the year after the attack on their children's school.

What is the Black Nashville Assembly?

With a career spanning seven decades, singer, author, actor and speaker Pat Boone rivaled Elvis in the mid 20th century with his brand of wholesome teen popularity.

Last month, the Supreme Court of the United States handed down a controversial decision that granted absolute immunity from criminal prosecution for any official acts by the president of the United States.

The wild turkey is the only species completely native to North America, and exists in any climate in the continent. But this weird-looking bird is more important than it looks.

Quantum science is taking off here in Middle Tennessee!

Dr. Learotha Williams is one of the preeminent historians of Nashville and Middle Tennessee.

It's Election Day in Tennessee and we want to know how you're feeling.

Let the games begin! The 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris are up and running, and several Nashville-based athletes are competing — and winning. But Nashville's extraordinary Olympic history started a long time ago.

When people think about homelessness, they usually think of the people they see holding up a sign on a street corner, sleeping on a park bench, or asking for money outside of a store.

Jeremy Finley is the chief investigative reporter for WSMV4 in Nashville.

Today, Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell will be in the studio to talk about his priorities right now and to take calls from listeners. Later on in the episode, we’ll be joined by Wally Dietz, the director of Nashville's Law Department. 

As the epicenter of commerce for at least a century, Second Avenue has a rich history in Nashville. After the Civil War, the buildings were redeveloped in a Victorian style, signifying the city’s new wealth. Since that time, the area has withstood multiple disasters including floods, fires and, most recently, a devastating bombing on Christmas morning in 2020.

They’re big, metallic silver and stand about 8 feet tall and yet, we’re all so busy getting from here to there, we often go right by without noticing. But if you take the time to stop and read one of the markers placed by the Metro Historical Commission, you can learn a lot about Nashville’s unique and varied history.

Nancy French has conducted a multi-year journalistic investigation, written commentary and published for the nation’s most prominent newspapers and magazines.

It’s Reporter Roundup: Entertainment Edition!

The statistics on loneliness are shocking. The U.S. Surgeon General released a report in 2023 about the importance of social interaction to curb the loneliness and isolation epidemic, which is having startling effects on our physical health.

Nashville’s fast-paced growth has changed our city’s skyline and caught national headlines.

María Magdalena Compos-Pons is an internationally renowned artist who currently calls Nashville home.

Throughout history, some high-profile incidents in Nashville and the surrounding area have played a pivotal role in the struggle for racial equality in the United States.

"Lo Fi" is the hotly-anticipated debut novel from Nashville-based author Liz Riggs.

It’s hot outside! Today we're talking how to get out on the water to cool down!

It is nearly impossible to talk with Dr. Steven Townsend without getting excited about... chemistry!

WNXP, Nashville Public Radio’s music discovery station, has launched a new series that shines a long overdue light on the unsung heroes of Nashville’s music industry.

The state of Tennessee has not executed a prisoner since 2020, in part, because of procedural complexities around COVID. Then, after the release of an unfavorable report by an independent investigation into its lethal injection protocols, a moratorium was announced in May 2022.

Tonya Abari is an author, journalist, essayist, former high school English teacher, children's book author and much, much more.

Nashville has been called “The Buckle of the Bible Belt,” and there's good reason for that: following a Christian faith is an integral part of life for the majority here and religion is historically firmly rooted in local business and political communities as well.

If you face a bit of trouble when you travel out of the country, you might need to reach out to a US embassy for help. But have you ever thought about the people who work at these official government headquarters?

Homelessness has significantly increased over the past two years nationally — and locally. Many cities, including Nashville, are examining what Upstream Homelessness Prevention looks like. In today’s episode, we look at a homelessness prevention model in Santa Clara County and explore what Nashville is doing about early intervention initiatives to keep families and individuals in housing.

If you are thinking about joining the military, there are some basics that you need to know before you can head out to basic training.

Tyler Merritt is an author, actor and comedian based in Nashville. Originally from Las Vegas, Merritt talks about the multicultural background that he comes from and his family’s roots in the South. After going viral in 2020 for a previously published video called “Before You Call,” he gained national attention for his works on race, leading to the publication of his memoir, “I Take My Coffee Black.”

Today, Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell will be in the studio to talk about his priorities right now and to take calls from listeners. Later on in the episode, we’ll be joined by Benton McDonough, director of the mayor’s office of nightlife, aka “The Night Mayor."

When you meet Big Fella, you can't help but remember him. He's creative, entrepreneurial and compassionate. But who is this man who deeply cares for his community and who everyone in town seems to know?

Nashville is home to young people from all different backgrounds. What many of them share is a desire to see Nashville and Middle Tennessee be a place where they can thrive for decades to come.

Young people across Tennessee are proving that it is never too early to get involved in community service.

Welcome to This Is Nashville’s Kids Week!

Pop culture is all-consuming. It dictates tastes in fashion. It molds the national lexicon and rules summertime music playlists. People who study and write about pop culture possess an ability to hold the mirror up to offer a reflection that sends back the truth about who we are and, at times, where we are going.

Daniel Singh resigned today as the Director of Metro Arts. Metro Council approved a $200,000 settlement.

Today we're speaking with Tennessee women who have won their crowns!

Many of us aspire to find and share life with someone we love. But what does it actually look like to find that person, fall in love and then stay committed to each other over a lifetime?

Heidi Campbell is a State Senator who represents District 20 in the great state of Tennessee.

Today, Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell and Franklin Mayor Ken Moore will be in the studio to talk about what they’re working on right now and to take calls from listeners.

The controversy surrounding the Metro Arts Commission has been going on for close to three years now, and there seems to be no end in sight.

In this episode, we focus on the interconnectedness of health care, housing and homelessness.

It’s farmers market season! Nashville is lucky enough to have two year-round farmers markets, but many more pop up in spring.

Vietnam veterans served their country abroad — and most faced a very difficult road when they returned.

So much news happens every day here in Middle Tennessee — and Nashville is home to many dedicated reporters who work hard to cover what’s going on and what it all means.

Growing up on a farm in rural Alabama, Pastor Greg  learned early on about what it meant to get his hands dirty. He’s now dealing with a different type of animal—being a proud Christian and a proud gay man.

Did you move your body and get some good sleep this week? Have you been to the doctor for a physical recently? Have you taken a deep, full breath today?

Classroom management is a major challenge for new teachers, and even veteran educators.

Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA), the electric utility that services Tennessee and parts of surrounding states, has planned eight gas plants in the past few years, which would mean 160 miles of pipeline for Tennessee.

Prisca Dorcas Mojica Rodriguez is an author that has made Nashville her home.

The appeal of a four-day workweek is gaining steam across the country and globe. And there are good reasons why.

The Tennessee Renaissance Festival is an annual tradition. Each weekend in May, knights, fair maidens, vikings, faeries, mermaids, pirates, wenches and plainclothes time travelers gather on the streets of Covington Glen, in Williamson County’s Castle Park.

Dogs are many things: furry friends, four-legged family members and constant companions. Service dogs are all of that – and much, much more.

Stacy Downey has an enormous heart – and a tireless work ethic that turns her compassion into tangible help for others.

Today we delve deep inside the growing movement of people who identify as “exvangelicals.”

We're getting meta on Public Media Giving Day and peeling back the curtain on the news landscape.

In part three of our housing series, In My Place, we continue our discussion on what cities like Nashville can do to prevent and end homelessness while caring for our neighbors who are still unhoused.

Nashville's dance scene is the result of a growing number of performing groups, collaboratives and training opportunities. From classical to contemporary - you can find all types of dance here.

It's a new month and time for the next installment of Ask the Mayor!

Today, we’re hosting a reporter roundup — student edition!

Chatting with Emmy-award-winning Demetria Kalodimos

Today we're talking breasts and the different ways people who have them find support. First we'll dive into the world of bras — how to tell if we're wearing the right size, and what goes into making them.

How do our listeners really feel about red, white and blue?

If you are thinking about joining the military, there are some basics that you need to know before you can head out to basic training!

The most elusive and exclusive club in Nashville stopped by Studio A to share what it really means to commit to freemasonry.

Many of us aspire to find and share life with someone we love. But what does it actually look like to find that person, fall in love and then stay committed to each other over a lifetime?

We couldn’t call ourselves “This Is Nashville” if we weren’t going to dedicate time to Beyoncé’s western epic- COWBOY CARTER.

It’s spring, and for many high school seniors, it's time to make one of the biggest decisions of their lives. It's college decision season.

The lasting pain that people carry with them from traumatic events, usually termed post-traumatic stress disorder, is a field of study that is only now starting to get some traction and attention, thanks in large part to the work of Dr. Bessel van der Kolk and his bestselling book, "The Body Keeps the Score."

Tyler Merritt is an author, actor and comedian based in Nashville.

FOC is back for another edition of Ask the Mayor. Does anyone actually call him FOC?

It’s been one year since tragedy struck at the Covenant School in Green Hills, where six people were killed and the assailant was fatally shot by city police.

In part two of our housing series, In My Place, we continue our discussion on what cities like Nashville can do to prevent and end homelessness while caring for our neighbors who are still unhoused.

This Wednesday is the one-year anniversary of the Covenant school shooting. We are re-airing this profile and will have a dedicated episode on Wednesday to check back in with students we spoke to last year.

Between the SNAP backlog, rising grocery prices, and stagnant wages, it's getting harder and harder for Tennesseans to put food on the table.

Our criminal legal system is designed to convict and punish those who commit crimes — but isn’t very effective at rehabilitation. Once someone gets caught up in the system, their chances of staying in or reoffending increases dramatically. Restorative justice is a model seeking to address harm on both victim and perpetrator sides of a crime — and to bring about a resolution that satisfies both parties.

When you turn on a faucet, do you think about where the water comes from? And do you think about where it goes after it washes down your kitchen sink, out from your dishwasher, or down the toilet?

Rolanda Holman describes herself as “a person who has developed a love for justice and a person who has a redefined definition of hope.”

From East to West, Tennessee’s highways are dotted with unexpected roadside museums, attractions, and bizarre art projects.

Space and the mysteries of the universe can so easily capture our imaginations, especially when we can personally experience an astronomical event like the upcoming solar eclipse on April 8.

Easter is a common thread across Christian traditions. However, for Catholics, Orthodox Christians and a growing number of Protestants, Lent — the 40 or so days leading up to Holy Week and Easter Sunday — are a deeply spiritual time of reflection, fasting and greater engagement with one’s faith community.

Researchers at Vanderbilt University are pushing science forward in some mind-blowing ways -and the new video series Quantum Potential takes viewers behind the scenes on some innovative projects. 

Chaplain Dahron Anneliese Johnson holds hope Tennessee legislators will learn there’s “more than one way to be here.”

Today, we’re celebrating the life of Nashville native, civil rights icon and community leader King Hollands. Mr. Hollands passed away in December of last year and is missed by so many, including us here at This Is Nashville.

School vouchers. Education Savings Accounts. Academic Freedom. School Choice. Regardless of what you call them, ESAs are one of the hottest topics in the TN legislative session.

The four-part Making Noise series by WPLN and WNXP is out! Today, we're continuing the conversation live.

We're officially kicking off our new housing series — In My Place. In this episode, we hear from people with firsthand experience not knowing where they’re going to sleep each night as well as other local and national experts who will talk facts on homelessness from national and local perspectives.

Today we have part two of our conversation about the N-Word. We’ll examine the public spaces where the word is most commonly used: Hip Hop and Rap music, and the world of comedy — specifically stand up comedy.

It is arguably the most complicated word in the English language. A word that has engendered pain and violence. It's a tangible reminder of hate.

Since 2018, the Southeast Center for Cooperative Development has been coaching workers across Tennessee and the Southeast on how to form a cooperative business. Commonly referred to as co-ops, this power and profit-sharing model of business is an alternative to the traditional top-down business structure.

We kick this episode off with an in-depth look at three local issues, the Metro Arts Commission, abortion access, and Mayor O'Connell's transit referendum. WPLN reporters Char Daston, Catherine Sweeney, and Cynthia Abrams join us to share the latest on their beats, and tell us what to keep an eye out for as they continue their coverage.

While the Special Olympics Summer and Winter World Games happen every four years, Special Olympics Tennessee offers year-round, local programs available to youth and adults.

Chantha Nguon is a Cambodian author, cook, nonprofit leader, and survivor of the Khmer Rouge. In her new memoir Slow Noodles, she details some of the stories of the painful past and hopeful future — through recipes.

Today we're starting with Ask the Mayor and then dropping into a conversation with Photographer Jeff Fasano!

TINA: The Tina Turner Musical is playing at TPAC now through February 18th.  The musical production, of which Turner was a producer, tells the story of her life.

Councilmember Sandra Sepulveda represents district 30 on the Nashville Metro Council.

Gospel is a four-part docuseries by Henry Louis Gates Jr. which covers the history and impact of Black gospel music. The series traces gospel music's roots and follows it through the modern day.

Within the last year, library board members appointed by Sumner County Constitutional Republicans have deeply influenced local libraries, including passing a policy that critics say would censor collections across the county.

Jewish people, lesbians, and sex workers — oh my!

While you can easily hear many languages in Middle Tennessee, Spanish is the second most spoken language in Nashville after English.

This episode originally aired on November 20, 2023

The year of the Dragon approaches. Wood Dragon to be exact. What will this New Year bring — and how are Chinese Nashvillians preparing to celebrate?

Somebody's eyes are watching you

Stereotypes of older adults are plentiful, and some are more flattering than others. But the 60-and-up population is incredibly diverse, and can't be pigeonholed as retirees who have done their work and now get to relax. Many older adults work well into their 60s and 70s — and some even longer than that.

Thanks in part to support from Pinnacle Financial Partners, This Is Nashville is launching a 9-part housing series.

It's time to talk about Tennessee's place on the national stage when it comes to gun ownership, gun use, and gun violence.

Self-defense, safety or recreation — we can have different reasons for wanting to learn how to safely handle a firearm.

In his upcoming book What We’ve Become: Living and Dying in a Country of Arms, Dr. Jonathan Metzl takes an in depth look at Nashville’s 2018 Waffle House shooting. His work as a psychiatrist, professor and director of Vanderbilt’s Department of Medicine, Health, and Society has informed his research on guns, race, and mental health.

After her child survived the Covenant school shooting last March, Melissa Alexander was thrust into a new role as a Firearm Safety Advocate.

Dr. Gracie King is no stranger to learning things the hard way. She now makes a point to help her students find an easier way to their academic dreams.

Dolls are back as a major part of the pop culture conversation right now.

Right now, Middle Tennessee is covered in snow. It’s beautiful. It’s also well below freezing. How can we all keep family, friends and animals safe in this and every winter storm? And what do the unhoused do when it’s dangerously cold out?

We have a variety of topics for this episode!

Basketball in Nashville. We think about Vandy, maybe Lipscomb. But what about our semi-pro team — Nashville Aces?

Learn about Nashville's Hip-Hop Culture and hear a freestyle session!

Crys Matthews is a bright, rising star on the folk, Americana and country music scenes - and performing live today!

This Is Nashville logo THURSDAY January 4, 2024 Producer Takeover Week: Elizabeth’s picks Madison ThornNashville SAG-AFTRA local Share:FacebookX This week, the producers take the host mic to bring you some of our favorite This Is Nashville episodes and moments from last year.

Today, Katherine is digging into one of her favorite episodes about the Emo music scene here in Nashville!

This week, the producers take the host mic to bring you some of our favorite 'This Is Nashville' episodes and moments from the last year!

Today we're taking a moment to center and find some peace in the midst of the (often busy) holiday season!

East Tennessee native Dr. Stephen Loyd once had a 100-pill-a-day addiction and even stole pain pills from his own patients. Years after he first sought help for his substance use disorder, he's now one of the most stringent harm-reductionists in Tennessee.

Middle Tennessee has many active 12 Step recovery communities. In this episode, we talk with members from a few about their experiences and approaches to the upcoming holidays.

Devastating tornadoes touched down in our community on Saturday and we're talking impact and recovery.

Coming up on the end of 2023, more than 100 unhoused families have found a permanent place to live.

On this episode we hear from This Is Nashville Contributors Chris Crofton and Jerome Moore!

What do Nashville Metro Council and SAG-AFTRA have in common? They can’t agree on contracts.

Monday's episode is pretty dank.

And we did it without use of excessive force.

Today, we’re revisiting an episode about a growing part of the Nashville music family: classical composers.

We sit down with Demetria to talk about her career, the golden days of local tv news, and what’s next for this venerable journalist.

Some community members and parishioners are taking a new approach to the old concept of “charity.” Community centers and churches are finding ways to bring neighbors together and develop relationships that go beyond the transactional.

Host Khalil Ekulona has taken lots of rides with some of our fellow Nashvillians for the Riding Shotgun series. Fortunately, not many of the rides have had us stuck in traffic, but they have been some truly insightful conversations. 

Today, we'll hear from some of Nashville's most prominent spoken word artists.

Nicole Williams is back to take us out west and recap of November 7’s Metro Council meeting!

Dr. Billye Sanders and Reverend Edwin Sanders have a "mandate for inclusion," which has inspired decades of activism.

You can call him on your cell phone.

Nashville has a rich indigenous history that dates back to the last ice age, as well as a small but vibrant Native American community that is working to gain recognition and resources in Middle Tennessee.

Just because the SAG-AFTRA strike is over, doesn’t mean that we won’t be dealing with the ramifications for a long time.

Through a survey, Imagine Nashville asks the city what we want to see in our future.

What, to the Black Nashvillian, is the scariest place in Nashville?

Folks involved in Design Week share how design affects all of us, along with some cool events to check out at this year’s event.