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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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36:34

Highlights: Music Medley

This Is Nashville ·

2024/10/23

Nashville's music scene contains talented artists from all over the musical landscape and we've been fortunate enough to have some of them on the show to share their talents with us.In this episode you'll hear from The McCrary Sisters, Crys Matthews, Mike Floss, Alex Barnes, Zach and Maggie White, and Ashley McBryde. You'll also hear from some of the best freestylers in the city – Pow Shadowz, JusBam, Brian Brown, Ah-Deli – and a voice that will be very familiar to This is Nashville

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Highlights: Your Turn to Talk

This Is Nashville ·

2024/10/22

Each week during Your Turn to Talk we convene a panel of guests with in-depth knowledge of a variety of subjects like media consumption, presidential immunity, overdose awareness, immigration, voting, and navigating a complex healthcare system. Then, we open the phone lines to take your questions and comments.In this episode, you'll hear highlights from shows about civic engagement, the future of Jefferson Street and the transit referendum that's on the November ballot.This episode was

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Highlights: Profiles

This Is Nashville ·

2024/10/21

You'll hear from local chaplain and trans rights advocate Dahron Anneliese Johnson, preeminent TSU professor and historian Dr. Learotha Williams, journalist and ghost writer Nancy French, and singer, author, actor and speaker Pat Boone.This episode was produced by Tasha A.F. Lemley.GUESTSDahron Anneliese Johnson | Chaplain and trans rights advocate Pat Boone | Singer, author, actor and speaker Nancy French | Journalist and author Dr. Learotha Williams, Professor of African American

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50:44

Your Turn to Talk: Nashville's Transit Referendum

This Is Nashville ·

2024/10/17

The 2024 referendum, Choose How You Move: An All-Access Pass to Sidewalks, Signals, Service, and Safety in Nashville, is on the ballot for the November election. As part of WPLN's ongoing coverage of the transit plan and referendum, we've assembled a panel of guests with in-depth knowledge of the proposal to answer your questions and hear your comments. What you do like about the plan? Do you have concerns? How will the funding mechanism affect your bottom line? Election Day is almost here

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50:42

Wildlife rescue in Middle Tennessee

This Is Nashville ·

2024/10/16

Squirrels, possums, turtles, foxes, birds of prey and countless other wild creatures live right here with us in Middle Tennessee. Unfortunately, interactions with humans and human-made things can lead to injuries or death for these animals. Today we’re speaking with the dedicated leaders and volunteers of several local wildlife rehabilitation centers to learn about what to do - and not do- if we come across an injured wild animal. We'll also discuss steps we can take to be considerate and

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50:39

Re-air: Gettin’ batty!

This Is Nashville ·

2024/10/15

On this episode, we gaze skyward — at dusk — and pay tribute to the best mosquito-eaters around. Bat-loving guests join us to debunk a ton of misconceptions and teach us where bats live, what makes up their diet, what their greatest threats are, and how we can actually share our homes with them.This episode was produced by Tasha A.F. Lemley. Special thanks to John Michael Cassidy, Alan Hatcher, and John French.Guests:Cory Holliday, Cave and Karst Program Manager at The Nature

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50:43

Profile: Paul Collins

This Is Nashville ·

2024/10/14

Have you discovered any of the hundreds of colorful painted animal signs with the word ‘vote’ on them here in Nashville? Or have you encountered the giant books around town which are part of the Unbannable Library installation? Middle Tennessee artist and Austin Peay State University professor Paul Collins is behind both of these projects. Today we’ll talk with Collins about the stories behind his works and his own journey as an artist. Join us!This episode was produced by Katherine

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Your Turn To Talk: Navigating our health care system

This Is Nashville ·

2024/10/10

How do you establish care after moving to a new city? What do you do if you want a second opinion on a cancer diagnosis? Is there something you can say if you feel like your emergency room doctor isn’t listening to you? Dr. Divya Shroff hears these questions all the time. As the former chief medical officer of TriStar Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, she has an expert-level understanding of how our medical system works. Today, she’s live on This Is Nashville to answer your questions

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Tennessee's Political Scandals: 50 Years and Counting

This Is Nashville ·

2024/10/09

Today, we hear from WPLN's Power and Equity Reporter, Marianna Bacallao. She'll update us on the recent wiretapping scandal involving the office of Nashville District Attorney Glenn Funk. Next, we hear from authors Joel Ebert and Erik Schelzig, who recount years of abuses of political power at the state legislature in their book, Welcome to Capitol Hill: Fifty Years of Scandal in Tennessee Politics. And finally, Keel Hunt, author of Coup, tells the story of Democratic Tennessee Governor Ray

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50:44

Cryptids of Tennessee

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2024/10/08

Cryptids — like Sasquatch and the Jersey Devil — capture the imagination and have been sighted across the globe. Not surprisingly then, Middle Tennessee has its own reported cryptid activity. Here, people have seen a giant bird with a 6-foot-long wingspan, a dogman and, of course, the Tennessee Wild Man, our version of Bigfoot. Today, we delve into firsthand accounts of these beasts and chat with local field investigators who gather their stories. Plus, we hear from an anthropologist and

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Profile: Lee Camp

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2024/10/07

The majority of his career has been positioned at the intersection of conservative Christian communities and higher education. Today, he’s transitioning away from his main career as a tenured professor and finds himself somewhat displaced, contemplating how his long-standing faith interacts with politics and the next phase of his work. To that end, through his podcast he welcomes guests like Malcolm Gladwell, Martin Sheen and Cyntoia Brown Long to answer some of life's big questions like,

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50:42

Your Turn to Talk: New Americans in New Nashville

This Is Nashville ·

2024/10/03

And the relationship between new Americans and Nashville is reciprocal. Today, we look at the many ways immigrants and refugees add to the fabric of our community — and how the community empowers them with the tools they need to succeed. Plus, we're taking your calls. Join us!This episode was produced by Mary Mancini.GuestsCathy Carrillo | Director of Community Engagement, Metro Human Relations CommissionMax Rykov | Director of Development & Communications, Nashville International

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50:48

First Generation American Cuisine

This Is Nashville ·

2024/10/02

These local chefs, influenced by the culinary creations of their ancestors, blend the ingredients and techniques of their homelands with those found in home of Nashville. Their new creations offer diners a peek inside their culture and allow them to stretch their imaginations and creativity. Join us as we speak with local chefs who share their unique stories, traditions, and recipes.This episode was produced by David Hooper.GuestsVivek Surti | Tailor NashvilleSon Pham | Mister Son’sAna

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Celebrating international dance here in Middle Tennessee

This Is Nashville ·

2024/10/01

Observing or performing a cultural dance can be a joyful, fun, challenging and deeply meaningful experience. Today, we’re speaking with local students and performers of dances from Mexico, India and West Africa. We’ll talk about what it takes to be part of dance traditions — and find out how to catch upcoming performances or join a class to learn.This episode was produced by Katherine Ceicys.GUESTSRubi Rodriguez, Co-founder and director Ballet Folklorico Sol de Mexico Ashley, dancer with

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50:42

Profile: Councilmember At Large Zulfat Suara

This Is Nashville ·

2024/09/30

As a Muslim Nigerian, she often finds herself at the intersection of race and religion, both locally and globally. Now in her second term, she has dedicated herself to making Nashville a city for everyone. Today, we’ll explore how these identities shape her role in Nashville, influence her work on the council, and highlight her core values and priorities.This episode was produced by Elizabeth Burton.

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The future of Historic Jefferson Stree

This Is Nashville ·

2024/09/26

While other areas of the city may be nearly blank slates for redevelopment, North Nashville boasts a vibrant history, thriving business district and a community deeply invested in preserving its culture and landmarks.In this episode, we hear from local business owners and ambassadors from two organizations dedicated to thoughtfully guiding North Nashville's redevelopment. The Jefferson Street Historical Society was created to preserve and protect the over eighty Black-owned businesses that

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50:43

Green witches and butterflies

This Is Nashville ·

2024/09/25

In Tennessee, two very different groups are leading the way. The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has launched Project Milkweed, a free milkweed seed distribution program designed to support the breeding and flourishing of the monarch butterfly. Simultaneously, the green witches use holistic means – herbs, plants, and the rhythms of the lunar and solar cycles – to heal and nurture themselves, others and the Earth. Today, we look at these efforts and how they reflect a growing

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In My Place, Episode 8: The impact of homelessness on...

This Is Nashville ·

2024/09/24

In places where there is homelessness, we often see clashes between neighbors and businesses, service providers and the government. And, as neighbors and businesses lose patience, they can put pressure on politicians to find quick solutions, which can result in the abrupt removal of people and their encampment structures from public spaces. In today’s episode, we discuss how to mitigate tension by finding the middle ground — and solutions that address the needs of those experiencing

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Profile: Rev. Dr. Shane B. Scott

This Is Nashville ·

2024/09/23

As the recently installed pastor of the historic First Baptist Church, Capitol Hill in Nashville, he’s on a mission to inspire a new generation while respecting, in his unique way, the foundation of past leaders. In this episode we learn about his childhood in rural Louisiana and northern California, the work he is most proud of, and his vision for the future of Nashville's oldest Black Baptist church.This episode was produced by Mary Mancini.

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Your Turn to Talk: Nashville's voter support eco-system

This Is Nashville ·

2024/09/19

Often, in places where a bit of extra effort is needed, organizations, community groups and individuals step in to fill in the blanks and help navigate a sometimes confusing tangle of rules and regulations. As the deadline to register to vote for the November election approaches, we look at the most frequently asked questions about voting in Tennessee and hear from organizations that actively engage in the on-the-ground efforts to support and encourage voters. Plus, the phone lines are open

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