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This Is Nashville

WPLN News - Nashville Public Radio

This Is Nashville is a live one-hour daily show driven by community, for community. This flagship program of WPLN News will become your one-stop-shop for news in Nashville and Middle Tennessee, as we continue to show up each day.

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How do rites of passage mark important milestones?

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2025/06/03

Across cultures, rites of passage often honor a transition from one cycle of life to another. On today's show, three Nashvillians share their own experiences and how it felt entering a new stage of life. From performing a bat mitzvah to living as a Buddhist monk — and even undergoing a "croning" — each of these ceremonies left an impact on our guests. Join us as we learn how different cultures mark these milestones.This episode was produced by Char Daston and Josh Deepan. GUESTS:Zoe Sparks

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49:57

Maryam Abolfazli, activist and community leader

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2025/06/02

For over two decades, native Tennessean Maryam Abolfazli has been a leader in economic development and the nonprofit sector.Then in 2023, she became a leading voice among gun safety organizers after the Covenant School shooting tragedy. So much so that she ran for Congress in 2024. Today we sit down with Abolfazli to learn what it’s like to run for office at the federal level and what single-parenting in the modern world is like for her. Plus, as founder of the non-profit Rise and Shine TN,

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49:33

Latine country musicians navigate the music industry...

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2025/05/29

The Nashville-based country music industry has been slow to truly embrace the impact of the wide array of Latine artists actively making country music both here and around the world.To speed things along, a new generation of locals are working together to form supportive communities and organizations. On today’s episode we hear from musicians and advocates who organize support for one another both publicly and behind the scenes. Plus, we explore how Freddy Fender, an early pioneer of Latine

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50:11

Who Cares? Family caregivers share stories and...

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2025/05/28

Let's talk about the C-word: Caregiving. In this episode, we continue our monthly series, NEXT AGE, with stories of people who are caring for an older adult relative. If you’re thinking "who cares?" — this might make you feel differently:According to a report from the National Alliance for Caregiving, for every five people you know, at least one of them is caring for a family member and even more are caring for more than one relative. They are unpaid — often unseen and sacrificing

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49:59

In My Place, Episode 13: The Waiting Period

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2025/05/27

Welcome back to our second season of In My Place. This special series educates listeners on what communities like Nashville can do to prevent and end homelessness — while caring for our neighbors who are still unhoused.Many people experiencing homelessness have to overcome hurdles to access services and housing. In our last episode, we discussed the time tax of filling out redundant paperwork. Once that paperwork is filled out and submitted, people are still unhoused. Today we talk about

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49:58

After moratorium, Tennessee executes Oscar Franklin...

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2025/05/22

Tennessee put a hold on executions in 2022 due to concerns about its lethal injection protocol. This morning, the state resumed executions, using lethal injection to put to death Oscar Franklin Smith. He had spent more than three decades incarcerated and went through numerous execution dates. Today on the show, we speak with one of Smith's sons, Casey Smith, about the impact this crime — and its punishment — have had on his life.But first, WPLN criminal justice reporter Paige Pfleger joins

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50:11

All about accents!

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2025/05/21

On today’s show, we speak with experts in the fields of dialect coaching and sociolinguistics to learn the cultural and scientific aspects of what we call an “accent.” We'll also hear from people who have moved to America and worked to change the way they sound. And we want to hear from you, too! So call into the show and talk about your own speech patterns. Do you think you have an accent? Have you been judged because of how you sound? Tell us your stories and toss us your questions. This

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49:56

Giancarlo Guerrero, Music Director at the Nashville...

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2025/05/20

For sixteen years Giancarlo Guerrero has captivated audiences with his charismatic conducting — all while championing the works of prominent American composers and winning multiple GRAMMY Awards. This weekend, Guerrero’s tenure as Music Director at the Nashville Symphony comes to a close. On today’s episode, he joins us to talk about his life, his work and, of course, the music.This episode was produced by Mary Mancini, Nina Cardona and Char Daston.GUESTSGiancarlo Guerrero, Conductor and

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49:31

Béla Fleck's Banjo legacy

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2025/05/19

GRAMMY winner Béla Fleck has taken the art of playing the banjo to stellar heights. He's here to share about his journey playing music professionally for more than 50 years — and about his latest album, BEATrio, which dropped last week. Fleck has amassed a career playing the banjo for audiences all over the world as well as with legendary musicians. Most recently, he's teamed up with musicians Edmar Castañeda and Antonio Sánchez for BEATrio. Today, we're talking about this latest project

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50:11

The Belcourt Theatre celebrates its 100th birthday

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2025/05/15

Nashville’s non-profit film center The Belcourt Theatre turns one hundred this month and there's no denying its long and positive impact on this city.Over the course of a century, The Belcourt has been many different things including a stage for the Grand Ole Opry, a silent film house and a community playhouse for children's theatre. Join us today as we explore celebrations planned for this impressive and notable milestone, the highs and lows of its history, how it became the independent

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50:07

Defending our neighbors: advocates for immigrant rights

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2025/05/14

Mister Rogers once told his young viewers to “look for the helpers” in times of crisis.On this episode we talk with advocates who work every day with some of the most vulnerable in this country: immigrants. We hear from lawyers on both the employment side and the humanitarian side of immigration law. Plus, we learn about the impact of being an immigration lawyer in 2025 has on mental health. This episode was produced by Char Daston and Josh Deepan. GUESTS:Doug Russo – owner, Rose

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50:08

Ask the Mayor, plus Vivian Wilhoite, Metro Property...

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2025/05/13

Do you have a concern you would like him to address? Do you have a question about the direction of the city? Every month, Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell joins us to discuss the latest happenings in and around the city — and take your calls!This month, the mayor talks ICE raids, transportation, the State of Metro and more. Then, later in the show, we hear from Metro Property Assessor Vivian Wilhoite about the latest property tax assessment and appeals process.Next month, the mayor is

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49:58

Bill Birdsong Miller keeps finding joy in music

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2025/05/12

Bill Birdsong Miller has been playing and creating music for over 50 years. He might be having more fun now than ever before.Nashville-based musician Bill Birdsong Miller is an icon in the Native American music community. He discovered his love for music when he was young, and the deep connection and joy he found when he played has guided him through a career spanning several decades, countless tours and 3 grammy wins. Today he’s here to share wisdom he’s earned from his global career and

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49:30

After the Gavel, Part 2: Post-Session Analysis

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2025/05/08

Yesterday, reporters assigned to cover the Tennessee State Capitol joined us for a legislative wrap-up. Today, we go a bit deeper with a post-session analysis.How will the bills passed on issues like education, immigration and foster care impact the lives of the people who live and work in Tennessee? Plus, we’re opening up the phone lines because it’s your turn to talk. What questions or comments do you have about the legislation passed this year? Call 615-760-2000 to join the

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After the Gavel, Part 1: Legislative Wrap-Up

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2025/05/07

The Tennessee legislature recently wrapped up the first half of the 114th General Assembly, and there is a lot to digest.Today, we bring you the first of a two-part review. Reporters assigned to cover the work of our elected state representatives join us to recap the bills passed, the bills still waiting to be signed by the governor, and the constitutional amendments that will appear on the ballot in 2026.Tomorrow, we go a bit deeper into the issues with a post-session analysis — that you

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49:56

Re-Air: Tennessee’s wetlands are at risk

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2025/05/06

Tennessee has a precious natural resource: wetlands. We even have wetlands right here in the heart of Nashville. And they are at risk.During the 2025 legislative session, Tennessee lawmakers passed a bill that will cut some of the protections for wetlands across the state. Developers now have the option to build over wetlands without informing the state and will no longer be financially incentivized to develop around them.Today, we hear why wetlands are a valuable part of a healthy

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49:58

A conversation with Amy Grant

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2025/05/05

For 50 years, Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter Amy Grant has captivated audiences. And luckily for us, she calls Nashville home. On today’s show, we speak with Amy about not just her career but her experiences raising a family while on the road, her perceptions of Nashville, and what she has in store next. We also speak with her about her approach to writing and composing a song and the importance of collaboration when making music.This episode was produced by Khalil

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Re-air: Paddle, paddle, paddle! Making a splash in...

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2025/05/01

Summer is on the way! Today, we're talking how to get out to enjoy local ponds, rivers and lakes to cool down and have some fun!Swimming, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, or fishing! There are so many ways to enjoy being on the water. Today we're talking with local water enthusiasts about their favorite ways to jump in — and what you need to know to get out there to join them – and stay safe. Join us!2025 update: Want to gain skills and confidence on the water? Check out the 2025

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49:58

End of school year student check in!

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2025/04/30

Students here in Middle Tennessee are gearing up for finals, special dances, and for some, graduation. Today we are checking in with local students to hear about their past school years. We’ll find out what they’ve learned in and out of the classroom and how they are navigating friendships, responsibilities and new freedoms. We’ll also hear from some students who were on the show in the fall. Join us!Today's episode was produced by Katherine Ceicys. GUESTSSharp, 5th grader Jocelyn, 7th

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49:54

In My Place, Episode 12: Paper Cuts

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2025/04/29

Welcome back to our second season of In My Place. This special series educates listeners on what communities like Nashville can do to prevent and end homelessness — while caring for our neighbors who are still unhoused.In our first two episodes of this season, we talked about what the first point of contact is like between someone who’s experiencing homelessness and someone who could potentially offer help — and then how they build trust after that point.In this episode, we talk about what

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