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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.

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.

In 2016, WPLN’s senior reporter and special projects producer Meribah Knight heard a disturbing story from Rutherford County, a suburban Tennessee community southeast of Nashville.

A smorgasbord: a second installment of Inside the Council Chambers and two brand new segments!

As the presiding judge of Nashville's juvenile court, she has found new ways to hold young people accountable without sending them to jail.

Dive into the history of death and burial in the south — explore what some would call uncommon death rituals and perhaps broaden our perspective on how we can honor the dead.

Since its meteoric rise to popularity in the early aughts, emo music has been alive and well in Music City.

Today, Mayor Freddie O'Connell joins us in studio for the first iteration of Ask the Mayor.

We talk with local foragers about what you can find to eat out in the wild, and with some avid canners about how to make your autumn bounty last beyond the season.

Nashvillians are concerned for what the killing of a pet German Shepherd in Percy Warner Park says about animal rights, gun rights, and safety.

Verna Wyatt and Valerie Craig share a two decade history working as survivor advocates.

Nicole joins our host Khalil Ekulona for a somewhat serious, somewhat satirical recap of what on earth happened in the most recent council meeting.

Professionals in the building field talk about Nashville's unprecedented housing boom and how building technology and quality of materials have changed over the years.

It's time to listen to some of the creepiest, scariest stories of Middle Tennessee.

Rachel Louise Martin spent almost two decades researching the story and collecting oral histories from Clinton's residents, both Black and white.

Fall is here and the weather is perfect for getting outside and exploring the parks, trails and greenways of Middle Tennessee.

The burgeoning arts and music scene in Nashville needs space to thrive — to gather, to express their craft, to incubate creative ideas and share them.

Now that the Writers Guild of America finally has a deal, what does that mean for SAG-AFTRA?

On this episode, we gaze skyward — at dusk — and pay tribute to the best mosquito-eaters around: BATS!

This is Nashville talks with a lawyer and an advocate who are part of this lawsuit, and with people who've tried to restore their right to vote.

When we think about our unhoused community, Nashville is no longer just Nashville.

It's easy to think of these strikes as a Hollywood problem, but Nashville's creatives are also feeling the impact.

We're talking local yarn options, visits with alpacas, and Middle Tennessee's fiber arts community.

Jeremy Hobson, the former host of NPR's Here and Now, wants to know what people in the political center and middle of the country are thinking.

We’re sitting down with artists from Nashville and beyond to talk about the future of this genre and its relationship to Music City.

Milner's holistic view of the student has helped to shift the conversation from talking about the achievement gap to pointing to the opportunity gap.

Only 25% of Metro Nashville Public Schools graduates go on to receive a college degree. In this episode, This is Nashville sits down with counselors who help students navigate college, and with a current student who's working with one of those counselors.

Nashville Children's Theatre presents the world premiere of "Strong Inside," the story of Perry Wallace, a Nashville pioneer on the basketball court and civil rights leader.

What will the new mayor and council mean for Nashville? Political commentators and former officeholders unpack the election results.

As the 2023 mayoral race comes to a close, review the highlights of this election cycle and consider the impact of an O’Connell or Rolli mayorship.

A special broadcast of the Aug. 23 forum hosted by Meharry Medical College and the Urban League of Middle Tennessee

Tea is the hot beverage of choice for so many people here, and around the world.

As aging adults are living longer, those who require care will need it for longer. Yet, fewer than 10 percent of Americans are saving and planning for it.

Egyptian Americans are Nashville's third largest immigrant group.

The city's said no to ambitious transit measures, so how can we make the best of the buses we have?

We often think of running as a solo activity, but doing it with a group, and finding a community that you fit in, can make a world of difference.

Tennessee's special session on public safety

Wildfires began burning in Maui, Hawai’i, on Aug. 8. Despite the distance — some 4,500 miles — the impact can be felt here in Nashville.

Tennessee's special session on public safety

Maybe you’ve heard the term “body positive” or “diet culture.” But how about “healthy at every size,” “fat positive” or “fat liberation?”

Tennessee's special session on public safety

The Writers Guild of America has been on strike since May 2, and SAG-AFTRA joined them on July 14. It’s easy to think of this as a Hollywood problem, but Nashville’s creatives are also feeling the impact.

Tennessee's special session on public safety

In their new book, Welcome to Capitol Hill, authors Joel Ebert and Erik Schelzig tell the story of Tennessee's political scandals and how they've shaped our politics.

In the aftermath of the Covenant shooting in March, Governor Bill Lee called for a special session to address public safety.

Since 2006, Killer Nashville has helped writers from around the globe advance their careers and find community.

Since its meteoric rise to popularity in the early aughts, emo music has been alive and well in Music City.

Side hustle culture in Middle Tennessee

This episode is dedicated to our sister station WNXP.

On Aug. 11, 1973, a party in the Bronx changed the direction of music history. Now Nashville pays tribute

Revisiting LPRs as the Metro Council takes time to analyze pilot program data

Few people have made the kind of impact on Nashville that Charlie Strobel did. We remember his life and legacy with a few people who knew him well.

In the wake of The Covenant School mass shooting, safety has been top of mind for many students, parents, and school staff.

In a perfect world, there is no need to sue your local police department. But we live in Nashville.

Music City is lucky to have a plethora of options for singing karaoke

In his podcast Deep Dish Conversations, Jerome Moore talks to everyone, from elected officials of all political viewpoints to activists and artists, about what a better, fairer Nashville might look like.

Nashville's public access station drops by to give us the rundown on what it takes to produce your own show

The world's oldest profession, unsurprisingly, has quite a history here in Nashville.

Voting is key to democracy, and we dig in with the county elections administrator and folks who try to turn out the vote

For decades, Nashvillians largely avoided the Cumberland River. That's changing.

The American healthcare system is not known for its affordability

The vice mayor has a lot of say over how metro council is run. So let's meet the candidates!

Nashville’s growth means that passenger vehicle commute times keep getting longer.

A music video by country singer Jason Alden has drawn criticism for racist tropes and imagery. We unpack the controversy and revisit our 2022 episode about inclusion in the country music industry.

From gravitational waves to exoplanets, some of the most exciting research in astronomy is happening right here in Nashville, and we talk with some of the astrophysicists making it happen.

Stereotypes of men and masculinity often bring up images of a rugged individual, stoic and tough. But many men find this idea limiting, lonely or even damaging.

What’s allowed to be built in my neighborhood? In this episode, we sit down with a city official to answer your questions about zoning in Nashville.

Bishop Marcus Campbell, a pillar in the North Nashville community, passed away on Saturday, July 1st at age 49.

Major Jackson has published five books of poetry, and is also the host of the Slowdown podcast from American Public Media and the Poetry Foundation.

For Nashvillians who don’t have a car or don’t want to drive to an event, rideshare apps like Uber and Lyft are popular options.

Many people, media outlets and even major health organizations have deemed the COVID-19 pandemic a thing of the past. But for those living with Long Covid, that’s far from true.

Roller skating culture runs deep in Nashville, and we check in with local skaters and visit a beloved rink

This episode first aired on June 8, 2022.

Hellbenders and pollinators and climate change... oh my! 

Are local regulations working as intended?

This Is Nashville and WPLN News teamed up with the Nashville Child and Youth Collaborative to put on a youth-centered mayoral forum. Listen to the special broadcast.

This Is Nashville and WPLN News teamed up with the Nashville Child and Youth Collaborative to put on a youth-centered mayoral forum. Listen to the special broadcast.

Climate change is already affecting our city, and the time to do something about it is running out. How is Nashville preparing to become more resilient and more sustainable?

Nashville teens weigh in on life in the city and what they want from the next mayor

We’re kicking off Nashville’s Pride weekend by zooming in on the largely overlooked queer histories of many musical traditions.

In this hour, we unpack what the last year has been like in a post-Roe Tennessee.

Lawsuits challenging how colleges and universities consider a student’s race during the admissions process have made their way to the nation’s highest court.

We talk with organizers and users of local free resources about the stuff they give away and the ways that building community costs nothing.

This special extended episode of This Is Nashville focuses on local civil rights efforts, namely the downtown sit-ins.

From country two-step to bachata, swing and salsa, if you want to get out and dance, there are places to go any night of the week in Nashville.

Outgoing general manager David Poile reflects on career highlights and 25 years with the Nashville Predators

Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan region, will soon pair with Nashville.

Nashville hip-hop collective Six One Tribe is Artist of the Month at our sister station WNXP.

In this episode, guest host Steve Haruch speaks with people who participated in the People's Plaza protest and what has changed since then.

This hour is about the perfect summer treat - ice cream!

Small business is a big deal in Nashville. Today we talk to Nashvillians who are making their living by starting their own businesses, and the folks who help nurture this thriving community of entrepreneurs. 

In this episode, we’ll learn about the visionary launch of WFSK and how it is a beacon for smooth, contemporary jazz musicians and listeners. We’ll also hear about other efforts to spread jazz education and awareness to all ages.

On August 3, Nashville will elect its next mayor from 12 candidates. Rather than interviewing the candidates, for now we're making space for members of the community.

Butch Spyridon runs the Nashville Convention and Visitors Corporation.

Nashville is known as Music City, but as the cost of living continues to rise in Nashville, it’s putting pressure on those trying to get by.

Later this month, Emilie Townes will step down as dean of the Vanderbilt University Divinity School. She joins us to reflect on her legacy, and how the Divinity School has changed with Nashville over the past decade.

Franklin Pride is this weekend. The festival narrowly survived a months-long campaign to have the city deny its permit over backlash against last year’s drag performances.

Nashville is a “song town,” but what’s the first step into songwriting for young people? For many, that first touch comes through the Words & Music curriculum from the Country Music Hall of Fame, which has been teaching kids how to write lyrics since 1979.

Nashville’s outdoor public pools are opening for the season soon, so we’re diving in!

Advances in AI technology have been surfacing in all manners of media — from visual art to written word. One application of Artificial Intelligence that has Nashvillians speculating is the use of AI in music.

Unpacking the 2023 IncluCivics report

What's it like transitioning into adulthood when you're living with an intellectual or developmental disability?

What is it like to rebuild a life after spending years, or even decades, behind bars?

Rodeos are an iconic part of American culture and a cultural fixture across the United States, and the sport's season is just kicking off this month.

One idea pushed as a solution to school shootings is to give teachers guns in the classroom, in lieu of school resource officers. The importance of this conversation has never been higher, in the aftermath of the deadly Covenant School shooting.

How do our unhoused neighbors find community?

Weather events can put pressure and strain on our biggest plant neighbors. Heavy rains, deep freezes, and high winds can damage or even kill a tree or shrub that isn’t strong enough.

Growing your own food isn’t easy, and in this episode, we’ll hear about why support is so important for local farmers and gardeners.

The Craft Brewers Conference is coming to town, so we’re diving into the history and culture of the local beer scene, as well as hosting an on-air taste test.

It's no secret Music City is growing, both in population and in diversity. The city's Latin music scene is no exception.

In this episode, we talk with a domestic violence survivor and the people currently working to connect survivors to critical resources.

Remember when people were saying there were 100 new people moving to Nashville every day?

In this episode, we explore the shifting electoral and political landscape that has challenged African American political power in Tennessee, and what efforts are underway to reverse this trend.

In this episode, we’ll discuss the pros and cons of tourism in Nashville, and what can be done to make it better for everyone.

Today we talk with journalists and scholars about the media landscape in Middle Tennessee. How do we address issues of funding, access, and diversity in our newsrooms? And how does that impact the information that is spread?

In this episode, we speak with community members, as well as current and former board members, about why community oversight boards are important to them, and how they feel about the state’s decision to get involved.

Road rage flares up at the intersection of driving and anger, and is accelerated when guns are added to the mix.

In this episode, we meet a few local Palestinians and learn more about their common bonds and hopes for the future.

Saturday will be Music City’s first official Bettie Page Day. In this episode, we’re talking all about the native Nashvillian turned “Queen of Pinups” with her friends, family, and fans. 

As artistic director, Paul Vasterling transformed the Nashville Ballet into one of the foremost ballet companies in the southeast.

On April 19, 1960, a bomb exploded in the North Nashville home of attorney and former city councilmember Z. Alexander Looby. The blast was so powerful it shattered windows at the nearby Meharry Medical College, but Looby and his wife escaped unscathed. The bomber behind the assassination attempt was never identified.

For generations, Black farmers have worked the soil in Tennessee, but the number of Black farmers have significantly declined across the United States in the last century.

The mass shooting at the Covenant School thrust Nashville into the international spotlight. And it hit particularly close to home for our city’s Christian communities.

The annual Nashville Cherry Blossom Festival takes place tomorrow. Today, we're talking about the history of the festival, what it means to the community, and the symbolism of cherry blossoms.

In this episode, we hear from three guests who have their own experiences with migrating species. Then, we pivot to talk a bit about resident game birds and raptors — birds we live with year-round.

The deadly Covenant School shooting revived the conversation about gun control in Middle Tennessee. In this episode, we talk to the people who are leading that conversation.

Today we hear from students themselves about how they’re feeling, what matters to them and what they need to feel safer in school. As this conversation expands to an international stage, what do these youth want the world to know about what’s going on here in Tennessee?

In this episode, we speak to local community leaders about the impact of Jones and Pearson’s expulsion and ask the question if the state is sliding into fascism.

In the past two years, war and violence in Afghanistan and Ukraine have displaced millions of people, and some refugees have resettled here in Middle Tennessee. Today, we’re sitting down with people from both countries to learn what their lives have been like since leaving home.

It’s a challenging time to be an LGBTQ person in Tennessee. With laws targeting gender expression and an increase in violent threats, the instinct for queer people might be to go underground. But instead, support groups are popping up to create belonging and foster solidarity in Tennessee’s LGBTQ community. 

Composer and jazz trumpeter Hannibal Lokumbe is debuting his new opera "The Jonah People: A Legacy of Struggle and Triumph" this month. In today's episode, we hear how Lokumbe created his visionary work and his collaboration with the Nashville Symphony. WPLN editor LaTonya Turner also takes us behind-the-scenes for a look at the complex scenic and technical design that must be put together in the next few days.

We’re less than a decade away from maximum capacity at Middle Point landfill in Rutherford County, where Nashville and Middle Tennessee’s trash goes. What will we do when we reach that capacity?

Mule Day is an annual celebration of what the New York Times once called “one of the most ancient, useful, wise and frugal” workers.

This is hip-hop’s 50th year. In honor of that, we’re looking at Nashville's hip-hop scene and how it has evolved over the decades.

In today’s episode we hold space for our community — to talk about what people are feeling in this terrible moment and what healing might look like going forward.

Much of the Black middle class that had sustained North Nashville moved away, leading to years of neglect and disrepair. Today, a new generation is working to honor the artistic heritage of the area while also bringing it into the future.

On this episode, we explore the world of pollinators in Tennessee. Bees, butterflies, even birds and other insects provide the essential service of carrying pollen from flower to flower, helping to grow the food we eat.

In the age of the smartphone, everyone has a camera with them, pretty much all the time. With social media, anyone can “publish” a photo immediately — with no editor and, if you want, #nofilter. So what does it mean to be a photographer now?

New York Times columnist Margaret Renkl joins the show to share her joy of spring and talk over the polarization that she sees hindering our progress.

In today’s episode, we’re talking about the environmental, geographical and sociopolitical factors that shape our local allergy problem, and how it affects our community.

Booker T. Washington and Julius Rosenwald transformed education for Black students in the Jim Crow South. Today, we speak to the alumni of this historic schools.

What is Nashville’s “alternate ending?” How would the city look and feel — and who would feel welcomed — if different community values had been prioritized long ago?

Lace up your shoes and pick your lane because today we're going bowling with the Vanderbilt Women's Bowling team and the owners of local alleys.

Today, we're talking to truckers about what life is really like on the road, their role in the supply chain and what they think about local drivers.

What is freedom? And what happens when one person’s approach to freedom infringes on another person’s civil liberties?

On this episode, we’ll examine the process of getting a rape kit and reporting an assault, talk about the toll of waiting for answers, and explore the reasons why justice is hard to come by.

In this episode, we invite a panel of local journalists to break down what this race will look like, who’s running and what it could mean for Nashville.

Until recently, anyone found guilty of first-degree murder in Tennessee could be sentenced to a minimum 51-years in prison - even if they were under 18 at the time of the crime. 

This this episode, we talk to Dr. Walker's family about who he was and hear about how the health center carries on his legacy.

On Tuesday, the $2.1 billion plan to build a new stadium for the Tennessee Titans passed on first reading in the Metro Council. Today, we hear from community members about their thoughts and concerns about the proposed stadium.

Today, we’re sitting down with experts to answer your money questions and learn more about what resources are available in Middle Tennessee.

In this episode, we talk to our guests about the history of the word “woke.” Spoiler alert — it’s not as new as you might think. We’ll also dive into how the meaning has changed over the years along with who has used it.

In this episode, we get some historical context for the tornado outbreak and find out if we’re likely to have more tornadoes this year. We also talk to two residents who were displaced by the 2020 storms about how their lives were changed that night and the difficulty of rebuilding in one case, and relocating in the other.

Today, we're joined by a panel of local business owners and a pair of leaders from the Nashville Food Truck Association to discuss the industry's past, present and future in Music City.

In this episode, we'll talk to trans Tennesseans about gender identity, recent bills and and the joys of being a part of the trans community.

Today, on the one year anniversary of the very first episode of This Is Nashville, we're sitting down with Nashville natives, longtime residents, transplants and the author of that 2013 article to discuss what "it city" means to them, and their hopes for its future.

In this episode, we get to know Hany. We ask him about his discovering his love for the game as a child in Berlin to finding a second home as a soccer super star here in Nashville.

In this episode, we speak to local leaders who are for and against the new stadium. Titans CEO and a representative from the city also answer listener questions about the proposal. 

From free seeds to yoga classes, public libraries offer so much more than just books!

In this episode, we talk with parents and educators about the state's third-grade retention law, which has the potential to affect more than half of the state's third-graders

In this episode, we talk with local illustrators about how they got into comics and how they tell stories through their unique art styles.

In this episode, we explore what is being done at the city and state levels to drive our electric future.

On today’s show, we start by looking back over the bus system’s recent history. In 2018, voters rejected a sprawling mass transit proposal. In 2019, budget cuts led WeGo to eliminate some routes. And then the coronavirus pandemic slashed ridership.

Nashville is home to a small, but mighty, roller derby community, which has both an adult women’s league and a junior league. Teams suit up with quad skates, pads, mouth guards and helmets and compete with each other in this full contact sport on wheels.

Today, we’re diving into the history and culture of several Tennessee clubs with the people who know them best, from members and motorcycle gear experts.

In today’s episode, we’ll talk to these lawmakers about their approach to policy, the relationship between the state and the cities they represent, and the future of Tennessee politics.

In this episode, we look into the why the state made this decision and talk to physicians and health advocates about potential long-term consequences.

In this episode, we hear from three Nashvillians participated in the sit-ins, which marked a turning point in the struggle for racial equality in Nashville, the South and the country at large.

In this episode, we’re talking with several local hot sauce makers and small business owners about the rise of local hot sauce production. Host Khalil Ekulona also puts his taste buds to the test.

The Fairgrounds Speedway is a Nashville institution that may soon be renovated, but neighbors are pushing back on that proposal.

To understand what happens when a person is evicted and how it impacts their ability to find housing, we’re talking to community members with firsthand experience. Then, we’re joined by legal experts from the Legal Aid Society and the Hispanic Bar association to discuss resources, tenant rights and the  Eviction Right to Counsel Project.

Community activists and lawmakers are demanding change after Memphis Police officers fatally beat Tyre Nichols. But what can be done? Is oversight enough? And what does the future look like — for police and for the community?

In this episode, we check in with Nashville Public Radio’s Jewly Hight about local winners and what the awards mean for the Nashville music industry. In honor of AOB’s big wins, we’ll revisit an earlier interview with Larry Jenkins, TSU’s assistant director of bands, and look at marching bands in Nashville.

How will these changes be implemented? And what do they mean for the city’s budget and priorities? We’re talking all about it with local residents, government officials and members of the Traffic and Parking Commission.

In this episode, we talk to people with firsthand experience with DCS and the foster care system, child advocates and attorneys involved in the 2000 Brian A. lawsuit that helped turn the agency around.

Who gets to say what gets built in the old shopping center’s place? Today we’re talking to neighbors, the developer and the councilmember who represents this part of West Nashville. 

Who's keeping the blues alive in Nashville? We'll find out in this episode.

Nashville is known for music production, namely in country music, but it is also the hub for the Contemporary Christian Music industry.

We know Dry January is almost over, but a lot of us have made lifestyle changes. So today, we’re talking about what’s out there for those of us who aren’t drinking and those of us who are drinking less.

We explore how a $250 million lump sum from the state will be used at Tennessee State University, and look at the history of how its underfunding came to light.

This month marks two years since the National Museum of African American Music opened its doors. This interactive hub showcases the history and impact of the creative contributions of Black musicians.

In this episode, we’re speaking with an educator, a doula, a midwife and a doctor about some of the reasons behind this stark disparity and what needs to change to make birth a safer experience for parent and child.

Margo Price's journey to success in Nashville wasn’t easy, which she chronicles in her memoir Maybe We’ll Make It. In this episode, we’re talking to Margo about her path from small town Illinois to the center of country music.

In today’s episode, we’re talking about what it’s like navigating Nashville’s dating scene with experts, local singles and bartenders.

Today, we’ll talk with people who have gone through divorce and to family lawyers about how to best navigate what can be a complicated path.

In this episode, we check in with Tammy, an unhoused woman who was applying for housing assistance when we first met her in March. We'll also explore what resources are available to Nashvillians in need for permanent housing and hear from one guest about how homelessness is solvable. 

In this episode, we discuss the debate over the size of the Nashville Metro Council and delve into the history of the council.

In today’s episode, we explore the legacy of Nashville’s Freedom Riders with poets and a journalist. Then, we’re joined by a local Civil Rights activist to learn more about her participation in the sit-ins and the role that education plays in preserving the legacy of the Civil Rights Movement. 

Our city is a bustling, vibrant place with lots of human activity. But, if you stop and pay attention you’ll see all sorts of wildlife living among us.

In this episode, we talk to two Tennesseans who are living with COVID and medical professionals to better understand what this condition is and available treatment.

In this episode, we'll talk about what it's like for pregnant people and medical providers to navigate this new reality.

In this episode, we’ll talk to some of Nashville’s most influential residents on the local and national digital stage.

In this episode, we talk about the potential health risks associated with the sport, how some parents feel about letting their kids play tackle football and what changes football fans would like to see to make the game safer.

We talk with local sneakerheads and ask the question: Does Music City have a signature footwear style?

In this episode, we talk to artists and engineers about how AI works and the ethics surrounding this recent technology.

In this episode, we take a look at the process for selecting a new justice. We also talk with legal experts about the history of the court, its influence and what makes Tennessee's judiciary unique.

For this special episode, we retraced some of the steps we took last year to bring you the best stories of 2022, from posting up under the Jefferson Street bridge in search of the missing purple martins, to riding shotgun with a cab driver on a busy Friday night.

It's a new year, and we've got big plans for 2023. But before we get the ball rolling on our first full year on the air, we want to take you ... back in time.

When it comes to manners and etiquette, every city has its local quirks. So we explore the question: What is “Nashville Nice”?

The This Is Nashville team is closing out 2022 by revisiting our best episodes. We'll be back on the air with a new episode on January 4. Until then, happy listening and happy holidays!

The This Is Nashville team is closing out 2022 by revisiting our best episodes. We'll be back on the air with a new episode on January 4. Until then, happy listening and happy holidays!

The This Is Nashville team is closing out 2022 by revisiting our best episodes. We'll be back on the air with a new episode on January 4. Until then, happy listening and happy holidays!

The This Is Nashville team is closing out 2022 by revisiting our best episodes. We'll be back on the air with a new episode on January 4. Until then, happy listening and happy holidays!

Our host, Khalil Ekulona, is out of the office this week. However, he is joining us as a guest alongside his parents to share how they started celebrating Kwanzaa as a family and what the holiday means to them. Then, we're joined by local community leaders to learn more about how Kwanzaa is celebrated in Nashville.

In this episode, we take a look back at a turbulent year and ask how Metro Arts will work to repair its relationships with local artists and arts organizations.

School is out, the kids are home, and the holidays are here.  For a lot of people, that means getting together with family, which can be … complicated.

Today, we're celebrating with past and present staff, former guests and listeners. We're taking a dive into station history, from the library days all the way to the launch of This Is Nashville.

Growing up in Nashville, he was eager to get away. But his podcast journey led him back to the south when he created the podcast Dolly Parton’s America. And now Abumrad is working with Vanderbilt on the new Podcast Institute.

Today we’ll talk with the people who keep our hotels running to find out what goes on behind the scenes of our city’s famous southern hospitality.

Listen as our guests teach us about equality, or the lack thereof, in the streetcar era and share stories of resistance before the Civil Rights Act. And now, why is the bus Nashville's mode of public transportation? Will we ever see passenger rail in Nashville again?

In this episode, we talk to autistic adults and family members about their experiences. We also hear from advocates about resources and explore innovative research happening in Middle Tennessee.

It’s that time of year! Folks are starting to think about their resolutions for the new year, the things they want to change, the things they want to do better. What are Nashville’s resolutions? What should they be?

Across the world it is known as futbol or, the beautiful game. Here in the states, we call it by another name – soccer. While the globe is focused on the World Cup, we’re shining a light on what the game means to our local Latino communities. We’ll talk with fans, enthusiasts and players about the game that brings people together.

From Reconstruction to the Civil Rights Movement to the present day, Black churches in the American South have historically been vital centers of culture and community. In this episode, we’ll look at the history of Black churches in Middle Tennessee, and the role they play in the community today.  

Is the end of Twitter near? What will we lose if it is? We talk with some Nashvillians about what the social media platform has meant for them and their sense of community online.

We talk with former public defender and congressional candidate Keeda Haynes about her hopes for our justice system, and her path from incarceration to advocacy, which she recounts in her book "Bending the Arc."

In this episode, we're joined by musicians, vocalists and a representative from the Tennessee Performing Arts Center to talk about some of our city's beloved traditions — from Christmas carols to the ballet.

Who is hunting these days? How do folks get started? What are the best tips for hunting ethically? We’ll talk to local wildlife officials and hunters about the sport.

December 1 is Worlds AIDS Day. In this episode, we’ll talk with people living with HIV and those who have been on the frontlines providing services and education to battle AIDS in Middle Tennessee since the early days of the virus. We’ll also look at how our understanding of the AIDS epidemic provided a bedrock of understanding when COVID-19 took off.

To learn more about how this issue is impacting our communities, we are joined by local resident, farmer and restaurant owner. Then, we'll hear from the leaders of local nonprofits and a pediatrician about what resources are out there and what groups are especially vulnerable to food insecurity.

In 1860, more than 30% of Davidson County’s roughly 47,000 residents were enslaved. That’s nearly 15,000 people. As significant as those numbers are, they underlie another, equally unsettling truth: Nashville was a key location in the sale of enslaved people.

What makes these spaces so vital to the life and culture of Music City, and what do we risk losing if they continue to shut down — or are replaced by corporate venues? We’ll look at some of the history, the daunting circumstances of the present and what, if anything, can be done in the future to preserve this slice of Nashville’s cultural landscape.

In many Native American communities, the fourth Thursday in November is known as the National Day of Mourning instead of Thanksgiving. Instead of feasting with friends and family, the National Day of Mourning is a time for Native Americans to honor their heritage while dispelling myths about the origin of Thanksgiving.

We’ve talked to people about what has driven them to vote. Today, we’re talking to people who do not vote regularly about what’s keeping them home, as well as a couple of experts from local civic engagement organizations.

As the busiest travel season of the year approaches, we check in on Nashville International Airport.

In this episode, we'll hear from students and coaches from HBCU athletic programs in Nashville about the growing interest in HBCU sports and what it means for Black athletes.

Nashville’s drag scene is thriving and as active as it’s ever been, from club shows, to brunches, to transportainment.

Cowboy boots are a classic part of Western wear, but they have become an iconic part of Nashville fashion. How did they come to be so popular here, and how have they changed over time? To learn more, we’re talking with star stylists, writers and local store owners. 

In this episode, we’re focusing on solar energy and its potential in Nashville. We explore the options available to homeowners interested in reducing their carbon footprints and take a look at at some of the large-scale solar projects either under way or on the horizon in Middle Tennessee. 

Margo Price is a Grammy nominated artist who has studio three albums and an appearance on Saturday Night Live. However, the journey to country success in Nashville wasn't easy, which she chronicles in her new memoir "Maybe We'll Make It."

Nashville has been drawing in musicians of all stripes for the better part of a century. Today, we’re talking about a growing part of the Nashville music family: classical composers. 

In this episode, we’re joined by Congressman Cooper to discuss his career, answer your questions and get his thoughts on the future of the Democratic party and electoral politics in Tennessee.

Jewish communities have thrived in Nashville for more than a hundred years. While they may still be small in number compared to their Christian counterparts, Nashville’s Jews continue to enrich local the culture in a variety of ways – not all of them religious.

For pregnant women battling substance abuse, finding treatment isn't easy. We'll talk about why that is and what resources are available to pregnant people in Middle Tennessee.

A 2021 National Survey on LGBTQ Youth Mental Health found that 28% of LGBTQ youth experienced homelessness or housing instability at some point in their lives — even though they represent less than 10% of the population. So what is being done to help LGBTQ youth find a safe place to sleep for the night in Nashville?

Nashville has some great watering holes, and we’ll learn what makes these “low places” so special.

We invited both candidates from the two major parties to the studio to answer listener questions, but Gov. Lee declined. In this special election episode of Citizen Nashville, Martin answers your questions and gives his thoughts on other pressing issues facing Tennesseans.

In this episode, we're talking with educators, authors, and community members about who has historically been considered white in Middle Tennessee, what being white has meant, and how that’s changed over time.

In this episode, we explore the traditions of Día de los Muertos and how it’s celebrated here in Nashville.

Do you believe in ghosts?

World-renowned artist William Edmondson was self-taught. The son of formerly enslaved people, Edmondson was born and raised in Nashville, and after what he described as divine inspiration, he began sculpting. Much of his work was practical, like tombstones, made from cast-off pieces of stone.

Disability benefits can be absolutely vital for those who are eligible for them. But, applying and re-certifying for these benefits an be complicated, and the benefits themselves are often not enough to live on.

We discuss the status of Tennessee's Educational Savings Account program and talk to parents about why they might, or might not, opt to use the voucher program.

One of the largest Laotian communities in the United States is in Middle Tennessee. In this episode, we leave Nashville to meet the people of Laos who call Murfreesboro home. We'll talk about how this community came to be and how immigrants from Laos are passing on their culture and heritage to the next generation.

Broom makers, shoe cobblers, and luthiers — along with gospel singers, Kurdish musicians and square dance callers — all have taken part in Tennessee's apprenticeship program to preserve traditional folk art forms.

Nashville is infamous for being a bachelorette paradise, but what about the "I dos"?

We talk with local foragers about what you can find to eat out in the wild, and with some avid canners about how to make your autumn bounty last beyond the season.

In this episode, we explore garden’s history, talk to those who have been maintaining it all these years, and the families of the children who are remembered there.

In Nashville, the Iranian and Kurdish communities have held several demonstrations in solidarity with the protests in Iran in an effort to raise awareness of what’s going on. Many still have family in Iran and worry for their safety. In this episode, we’re joined by members of the local Iranian and Kurdish communities to hear about their concerns. 

Starting in October 1838, more than 16,000 Cherokee people who had been forced from their homes in Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina and Tennessee began their journey to Indian Territory, in what is now known as Oklahoma.

Nashville has a higher concentration of music industry jobs than any other city in the country. So what are our public schools doing to train up the next generation of behind-the-scenes talent — sound engineers, composers, producers or managers?

We’ll talk with organizers and longtime attendees about literary Nashville’s biggest event, and we’ll meet four authors who will be appearing.

We're diving into the legacy Loretta Lynn has left behind, in Nashville and beyond. We're discussing how she created her own image in the music industry, and the tension between how she addressed gender and class in her songs and her explicit rejection of the label "feminist."

In honor of Indigenous Peoples Day, This Is Nashville is rebroadcasting an episode about local indigenous communities.  

Fall is here and the weather is perfect for getting outside and exploring the parks, trails and greenways of Middle Tennessee.

Around Nashville, more and more churches are becoming LGBTQ-affirming. According to the website Gay Church, affirming congregations — also known as reconciling or welcoming — have increased by more than 50 percent in Nashville over the past decade.

The past few years have not been easy for Nashville’s WeGo bus network. But behind the scenes, the agency has been trying to make progress on improvements that riders have been requesting for many years.

Nashville is known as the Buckle on the Bible Belt. However, the city is home to a diversity of religions and traditions, including paganism.

In this episode, we look at the history and significance of two film festivals in Music City. We'll also be joined by local filmmakers, who will talk about their craft and decision to work in Nashville.

Anyone who lives in Nashville can tell you how hard it is to get around town without a car.

When it comes to manners and etiquette, every city has its local quirks.

Nashville is home to one of the nation’s most prominent HBCU marching bands, The Aristocrat of Bands at Tennessee State University. We'll discuss their new studio album and hear from the next generation of marching band leaders.

Housing is affordable — meaning you are not cost burdened — if it takes up 30% or less of your gross income, according to national housing guidelines. But we want to know what YOU would consider affordable in Nashville.

Nashville's booming tech scene is expected to bring thousands of high paying jobs to the area. But in a industry that's predominately white and male, will women and minority have an equal shot at these jobs?

When you think of Music City, you probably think of the big-name musicians who got their start here. But session musicians, studio musicians, and backing musicians are a huge part of what keeps the live music scene alive and thriving.

Bisexual people make up the largest proportion of the LGBTQ community but are also sometimes the least visible.

Their work can be subtle and unseen, but neighborhood associations often play a key role in building connections among neighbors and setting the vision for a community. But running an association is no small job.

Dr. Alex Jahangir served as head of Metro Nashville’s COVID-19 Task Force for the two years it was in existence. It was a role he never expected to fill.

After nearly a decade of providing chefs with commercial kitchen space, Mesa Komal recently opened a cafe at Belmont University. Today, we hear from current and former chefs about this new partnership and the ongoing commissary, as well as from one of its creators.

Today marks the fourth day of the annual Americana Fest. In this episode, we're sitting down with artists from Nashville and beyond to talk about the future of this genre and its relationship to Music City.

On today's episode, we talk with current and former Fisk Jubilee Singers to reflect on Dr. Kwami's life and legacy, and listen back to some of the music performed under his tutelage.

How are Nashville’s small businesses rebounding from the pandemic? The report card is mixed.

It feels like just as we’ve started to get a grip on COVID-19, a new highly-contagious disease has emerged: monkeypox.

Warner Elementary Arts Magnet School in East Nashville was among the worst schools in the state. Two years, later it managed to completely turn itself around. We talk to the principal and parents to learn why.

Songwriters are at the heart of Music City’s namesake industry, from big-name performers to veteran hitmakers to those just starting out.

In this episode, we’ll unpack how Nashville became a destination for Kurdish refugees starting in the late 1970s and then hear from local Kurds about their future hopes and ambitions for their community.

Student loan forgiveness is on a lot of people’s minds since one in eight Tennesseans has student loan debt.

The "queen mother" of Nashville's Black press joins us to reflect on her life and legacy, and what she sees as she looks around at a Nashville undergoing rapid change on many fronts — and slower change on others.

Unions have historically been associated with factory workers and those in the automotive industry. In Tennessee, food service employees – particularly baristas – are leading the labor organization push.

What makes a good chicken wing? And is there a quintessential Nashville-style wing?

What can be done to increase diversity among Tennessee teachers? And what does it look like on the ground, right now, for teachers of color?

In the wake of the Roe v. Wade decision, a lot of people were left wondering: What does this mean for access to birth control and emergency contraception?

Born in Chattanooga, Angela Tucker grew up in Bellingham, Wash., with white adoptive parents — an experience that was challenging and sometimes isolating.

We’re diving into the past and present of the Tennessee State Fair with a historian and the fair’s current executive director.

Nashville is known as Music City, but as the cost of living continues to rise in Nashville, it’s putting pressure on those trying to get by.

To learn more about how the festival got its start and how it relates to Nashville’s broader theater community, we’re joined by the executive artistic director and managing director. Then, we’ll hear from the directors of both plays about their productions and what meaning we can take from them today.

We are what we eat, but how can our food choices reflect our beliefs?

The guests discuss the differences between vintage and thrift stores, and who benefits from this popular type of shopping in Nashville.

Peer support is a term you might hear in mental health, disease, and addiction recovery work. The idea is really what it sounds like: support provided by people who have “been there, done that” and are still walking the walk.