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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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50:41

Ask the Mayor, plus 'Taking Cover'

This Is Nashville ·

2024/04/17

At noon, call the studio at 615-760-2000 to ask your burning questions to Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell. Then, starting this Friday, April 19, Nashville Public Radio will be running the seven-part series Taking Cover at noon.Hosted by NPR's Pentagon correspondent Tom Bowman and Graham Smith of the Investigations unit, Taking Cover investigates the worst Marine-on-Marine friendly fire incident in modern history and the events that followed. This Is Nashville will be live again

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50:19

Student reporter roundup

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2024/04/16

Middle schoolers, high schoolers and college students all over Middle Tennessee run student newspapers, TV stations and recording studios. These student journalists work hard to deliver news and inform their communities. Today, we’re talking with student writers, reporters and podcasters about their latest coverage — and what it’s like to be an emerging journalist right now. Join us!Guests: Nick Held, Montgomery Bell Academy 8th grader, editor of upcoming Top of the Hill issue Grace

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50:42

Re-air: Demetria Kalodimos

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2024/04/15

With more than 40 years of journalism experience in Nashville, Emmy-award-winning Demetria Kalodimos is still one of the best-known names and faces in local news. After a long career in television, she’s moved on to documentary filmmaking, teaching and resurrecting the print-gone-web Nashville Banner. We sit down with her to talk about her career, the golden days of local tv news, and what’s next for this venerable journalist.Guests: Demetria Kalodimos, host of Banner and Company

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47:16

The one about the bras

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2024/04/12

Nearly 20 years ago Oprah Winfrey had a segment on her show encouraging women to get fitted, saying "change your bra, change your life." We'll talk to our own local expert on what makes a good bra.And then we turn our attention to a group of women who support each other in their time of breastfeeding. The members of La Leche League, an organization with chapters across the world, meet to share resources, tips, and advice for this crucial point of nurturing a new life. Guests: Adrienne

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47:51

Is liberty and justice really for all?

This Is Nashville ·

2024/04/11

If you stand outside a local Old Navy on a hot summer day, you might see a grandmother carrying large bags, overflowing with discounted American-themed apparel for the whole family. It's hard to resist a good sale, especially when it comes in the form of patriotic polyester. Others might be a little more hesitant to proudly display patriotism via flying the flag outside their home or office or by saying the pledge at ballgames. We asked our listeners what you thought about the pledge of

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47:34

A solider, a sailor and a marine all walk into the...

This Is Nashville ·

2024/04/10

Military service is a point of pride for many here in Tennessee and across the country. From wanting to serve something bigger than oneself, to seeking job experience or world travel, to honoring a family tradition of service- everyone who joins the military must find their own reason for signing up. Today we’re talking with local recruiters from the U.S. Army, Navy and Marine Corps to learn more about each branch and the first steps anyone here in Middle Tennessee can take towards

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51:36

Nashville's freemasons

This Is Nashville ·

2024/04/09

When you think about freemasons, your mind might wander to the founding fathers. Then, you might feel a shiver down your spine and wonder why you sense the eerie presence of Tom Cruise. It turns out, that all of that fear and cult association might be misplaced. Today, we go straight to the source: two freemasons from our very own West Nashville Phoenix Lodge. With host Khalil Ekulona at the helm, we'll demystify freemasonry and fraternity. This episode was produced by Elizabeth Burton

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52:27

Long-lasting love

This Is Nashville ·

2024/04/08

Today we’re talking with two couples who have been together for several decades…and who are happy to say that they continue to love and like each other each day. We’ll also hear about a bonded couple who show their love through sharing treats, making biscuits, and grooming each other….guess what species they are! Join us! Guests: Beth and Tommy Womack Teresa Birdsong and Cameron Adkins Learn More: Nashville Catio This episode was produced by Katherine Ceicys and Magnolia McKay.

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50:58

This ain't Texas. This is Nashville.

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2024/04/04

The idea that Black people can make country music is new to some, but it’s not really a new concept. We’ll dive deep into the history of country music, and the Black artists who helped create and innovate in the genre. Join us here on KNTRY Radio. This episode was produced by Elizabeth Burton and Jewly Hight. This episode was hosted by Jewly Hight. Guests: Alice Randall, singer-songwriter and author of My Black Country Quia Thompson, filmmaker and granddaughter of Linda

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50:52

Navigating College Decision Day

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2024/04/03

Students are waiting for the mail and checking online portals to find out if they’ve been accepted or denied admission to their chosen schools. They then have to decide where to enroll and how to pay for college by May 1. Today, we’re talking with students, a parent of a high school senior, an admissions counselor and a mental health professional about how high schoolers and families can successfully navigate toward College Decision Day — and their future ahead. Join us! Guests: Shae

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50:42

Tennessee practitioners are helping clients heal from...

This Is Nashville ·

2024/04/02

People suffering from trauma often find that traditional talk therapy isn’t effective at treating PTSD. But other modalities, specifically ones that involve the body, are proving to be helpful to dislodge the trauma. In this episode, guest host Emily Siner talks to practitioners about these body-based therapies, and their potential to heal. Guests: James Lewicki, program manager of therapy and enrollment, Mental Health Cooperative Yadira Gonzalez, clinical coordinator and therapist,

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50:39

Profile: Tyler Merritt

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2024/04/01

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 the Police,” he gained national attention for his works on race, leading to the publication of his memoir, "I Take My Coffee Black." Today, he'll talk with host Khalil Ekulona about the upcoming elections, diversity in Nashville, and how he talks about difficult, political

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50:49

Ask the Mayor and Votes For Women

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2024/03/28

Regardless, Nashville Mayor Freddie O'Connell will be in Studio A to answer your questions live. Call 615-760-2000 for a chance to speak with the mayor about the issues facing our city.Later in the hour, we'll go on a tour of the Votes for Women Room with Nashville Public Library's Rebecca Price in honor of Women's History Month. This episode was produced by Elizabeth Burton, Mary Mancini, and Khalil Ekulona. Guests: Freddie O'Connell, the mayor Rebecca Price, Nashville Public

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50:44

Remembering Covenant, one year later

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2024/03/27

Last year, in the wake of the shooting, students showed up to the state capitol steps with signs in hand, carrying the message that they wanted their legislators to do something about the violence. We invited a panel of high school students to This Is Nashville to share what they and their classmates were going through. One year later, some of them are back to tell us about what’s changed, and what hasn’t. We'll also talk to former NPR Morning Edition host David Greene and Old Crow

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50:29

In My Place, Episode 2: Housing First

This Is Nashville ·

2024/03/26

In this series, thanks in part to support from Pinnacle Financial Partners, we talk to national and local guests about everything from best practices to worst failures and hear from people who intimately know the complexities of having nowhere to go. Today's episode focuses on the Housing First philosophy. What is it? Who does it work for — and not work for? Today's guests: • Jeff Olivet, executive director, United States Interagency Council on Homelessness • Deirdre Nicole Childress,

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Re-air Profile: Covenant Mom, Melissa Alexander

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2024/03/25

After her child survived the assault last March, Melissa Alexander was thrust into a new role as a firearm safety advocate. In this episode, we hear an intimate account of the day of the shooting from one of the only parents who was able to see their child before reunification. And we learn how this long-time gun owner is now finding herself a "Covenant Mom" and navigating the ins and outs of our legislature during a time of personal tragedy and healing. This episode was produced by Tasha

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50:41

Oh SNAP!

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2024/03/21

The Tennessee Department of Human Services (DHS) oversees the distribution of SNAP benefits, or Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program for low-income folks in Tennessee. Last year, DHS implemented a new application processing system for the first time since 1992— the same year of the L.A. riots, Barney and Friends' debut, and President George H.W. Bush projectile vomiting in the lap of the Japanese Prime Minister. In the process of transitioning to the new system, there were quite a few

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50:43

Restorative practices in the legal system

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2024/03/20

Restorative practices can be employed in a plethora of environments, but what impact does taking a restorative approach to the legal system have? How are environments, communities and individuals changed when restorative justice is applied? Today, we talk to people who have first-hand experience in this method of conflict resolution.Guests: Travis Claybrooks, Raphah Institute Dia Mimms, Raphah Institute program participant Quinton Perkins, Raphah Institute program participant Further

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50:45

Everything you need to know about water filtration

This Is Nashville ·

2024/03/19

Today, we’re talking with the people who work to make sure the water that reaches our faucets is safe and clean for us, and that wastewater is properly filtered so our wildlife stays healthy. We’ll also hear about how people across Tennessee access water and check in with a researcher from Vanderbilt’s Water Justice Lab. Join us! Guests: Sonia Allman, Manager of Strategic Communications, Metro Water Service Brent Freeman, Assistant Director of Sewer Operations, Metro Water

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50:44

Profile: Rolanda Holman

This Is Nashville ·

2024/03/18

After her brother was convicted and sentenced to death for a crime she, and many others, say he did not commit, Rolanda Holman describes herself as “a person who has developed a love for justice and a person who has a redefined definition of hope.” It's something she’s very vocal about, passionate about as an author and speaker, and something she teaches her boys about: this meaning of justice. What hope looks like, where you find it, and how you still believe in it even when it’s

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