Podcasts about east knoxville

Clayton Home founder and philanthropist Jim Clayton has abandoned plans to build a science museum in East Knoxville. In this week's installment, Scott looks at the decision and what's next for the 11-acre site next to the Civic Auditorium and Coliseum. He also talks about the Justice Knox Nehemiah Action Assembly, a “rails to trails” lawsuit stemming from a proposed South Knoxville greenway, Stuart Hohl's election as Knox Dems Chair, and more. Scott also looks ahead to opening day at Covenant Health Park, where Knoxville Smokies owner Randy Boyd has honored members of the Knoxville Giants, the city's team in the Negro Southern League during the 1920s and 30s.

This week, a look back at some of the stories that shaped the show in 2024, like the story of an abandoned Fairmont Brine site in Marion County, West Virginia. It was a common hangout spot, but there's a hidden danger. Also, food deserts are places where it's hard to find nutritious food. Like disenfranchised neighborhoods in East Knoxville, Tennessee. And, not all bamboo is invasive. In fact, there's a species native to Appalachia.You'll hear these stories and more this week, Inside Appalachia.

Please remember to share this free service of CompassKnox.com Parking, taxes and debt: The week after the election, local attention turned to some of the nitty-gritty issues of governing. Scott and Jesse take a look at new plans for downtown Knoxville parking; an increase in the city's hotel/motel tax; and an alarm bell about Knox County's rising debt levels. Also: County Commissioner Rhoda Lee faces skepticism over her "sexualizing children" resolution; Planned Parenthood reopens its doors in East Knoxville; and plans for the former St. Mary's Hospital building. The guys also look ahead to next week's meeting of Knox County Commission.

In this episode of the Relentless Pursuit Podcast, host Joe Adams sits down with Arsenio Moulden to discuss his incredible journey from growing up in East Knoxville's 'gun zone' to becoming a successful engineer and gym owner. - Arsenio shares his experiences navigating through a challenging environment, the role sports played in his life, and the pivotal moments that shaped his career. - From college struggles to fraternity bonds, this episode explores the importance of hard work, resilience, and community support in achieving one's dreams. - Tune in to hear Arsenio's inspiring story, his relentless pursuit of success, and his commitment to making a positive impact through his fitness venture, Phortitude Fitness.

You can still use cash on the bus. After a proposal to move Knoxville Area Transit buses to an all-cashless system drew concern from some riders and transit advocates, KAT decided last week to continue accepting dollars and coins — at least for now. Scott and Jesse look at the cashless controversy on this week's episode. Also: A look at the closely watched race for state House District 18, where Republican incumbent Elaine Davis faces well-funded Democrat Bryan Goldberg; the Knoxville Police Department's "Tender Loving Care" approach to focused patrols in East Knoxville appears to be reducing violent crime; and UT Chancellor Donde Plowman announces she'll stay for another five years. Looking ahead, the guys preview election forums in the coming week, along with meetings of the school board and City Council.

This week, hip hop started in New York and took root in places like West Virginia. We explore some of the history of the music and where it is today.Also, food deserts are places where it's hard to find nutritious food, but they're found in more than just rural counties in Appalachia. Food deserts are also in disenfranchised neighborhoods, like in East Knoxville. And, the Reverend George Mills Dickerson of Tazewell, Virginia, was born in the years after slavery ended. During Juneteenth, he's remembered especially through his poetry.You'll hear these stories and more this week, Inside Appalachia.

The City of Knoxville's African American Equity Restoration Task Force was set up largely to attract outside funding and investment to areas of East Knoxville that were devastated by urban renewal programs. But this past week, the task force took a small but significant step in awarding some small grants of its own to community groups. Scott and Jesse look at that shift in this week's episode and talk about why the task force remains controversial to some conservatives.  Also: an attempt to remove a County Commission candidate from the ballot fails (and may backfire); a look at the District 3 school board race, which could tip the partisan balance on the board; some controversial proposed developments in South Knox County; and Knox County Schools sees improvements in its state reading scores. The guys look ahead to meetings next week of County Commission and a school board candidate forum. This podcast is a free service of CompassKnox.com, you should share it far and wide and help promote local journalism. 

For the first time in a long time, East Knoxville residents cut off from downtown through the demolition of mostly Black neighborhoods in the 1960s and '70s will be able to move more easily throughout the city to take advantage of new amenities, new infrastructure and new job opportunities. But amending the generational pains of urban removal, touted as urban renewal at the time, is just a sliver of the expansive overhaul known as "Reconnecting Knoxville" that will add walkways to highways, replace parking lots with parks and bring Knoxville's complicated African American history to the forefront of a city trying to navigate the crossroads of progress while remembering − and learning from − past mistakes. Listen as hosts Ryan Wilusz and Brianna Paciorka discuss how this seven-phase project will change the way people experience downtown and nearby neighborhoods, including how the downtown baseball stadium fits in the plans.  >> Link: 5 ways new paths and parks will 'Reconnect Knoxville' from the stadium to the river "The Scruffy Stuff" is presented by knoxnews.com. Want more downtown analysis? Sign up for the free weekly Urban Knoxville newsletter by clicking here, and join the downtown discussion by becoming part of the Urban Knoxville group on Facebook.  

The City of Knoxville received a $42.6 million grant to provide better connections between East Knoxville and Downtown. In this week's episode, Scott and Jesse look at the major award and what it could mean for those communities. Also: a closer look at some of the March 5 primary results, a new golf attraction planned just north of Downtown, and the Legislature weighs in once again against efforts to hold law enforcement agencies accountable. In an interview segment, the guys get an update on the Advance Knox planning process from Mandi Benedict, who is overseeing it for County Mayor Glenn Jacobs. And looking ahead, they preview meetings of County Commission (which will be talkinag about Advance Knox) and City Council (which will be talking about Gaza). CompassKnox.com Holleroo.co

The City of Knoxville took significant steps last week toward encouraging redevelopment of the Magnolia Avenue corridor in East Knoxville. Scott and Jesse take a look at the plans in this week's Compass Points podcast, along with progress on the city's "Middle Housing" plan. Also: School board members prepare for the coming fight over school vouchers, a moderate forecast for the state's economy in 2024, and candidates are set for a crowded Knox County ballot. Looking ahead, the guys preview meetings this week of Knox County Commission and the county's Growth Policy Coordinating Committee. Share this free service of Compass Knox as a gift to all your friends and neighbors

  Two horrific murders shake a university town to its core, as Channon Christian and Christopher Newsom fall prey to a monstrous crime. In a dilapidated house in East Knoxville, Tennessee, the young couple are kidnapped and tortured in an environment that can only be described as hellish. In this gripping episode, Joseph Scott Morgan and Dave Mack unravel the gruesome details, chilling forensics, and unfathomable cruelty behind the case. With firsthand experience and unsettling revelations, they bring you closer to understanding the harrowing ordeal these victims went through. The episode delves into forensic complexities, offers insights into the minds of the perpetrators, and discusses the pivotal moments that led to their capture. Brace yourselves for a haunting journey through one of the darkest chapters of true crime.   Time-coded Highlights: 00:00:20 — Joseph Scott Morgan sets the stage for the episode's chilling focus: two horrific murders in a university town, considered among the most horrifying covered by Morgan. 00:01:20 — The names of the victims, Channon Christian and Christopher Newsom, are introduced alongside the setting—a rundown house in East Knoxville. 00:01:40 — Joseph Scott Morgan discloses his personal involvement in covering the Eric Boyd trial. 00:03:00 — A visceral account of the kidnapping and the setting is provided by Dave Mack. 00:04:40 — It's revealed that the atrocities committed against Channon and Christopher are akin to acts of “Satan himself." 00:07:31 — The suffering endured by Christopher Newsom, including torture and being set on fire, is hauntingly detailed by Dave Mack. 00:08:04 — The agonizing torment Channon Christian went through is elaborated upon by Joseph Scott Morgan. 00:08:46 — The seclusion and inaccessibility of railway tracks as common dumping grounds for victims are discussed. 00:10:02 — Dave Mack specifies that Christopher was not killed at the house but was later taken to the railway tracks. 00:10:54 — Dave Mack reveals that unusual activities at the house on the night of the crime were noticed by a dump truck driver. 00:11:27 — Treatment of the victims is equated to "torture," akin to how prisoners of war are treated. 00:15:04 — The crime scene's dehumanizing aspects and the extreme physical abuse suffered by the victims are dissected. 00:23:05 — Psychological manipulation used on the victim by promising release is exposed. 00:30:27 — The discovery of the female victim's body in a garbage can, constricted into a fetal position, adds another layer of horror to the narrative.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Scruffy City has a lot to offer, but downtown Knoxville sometimes relies on an overabundance of certain businesses and amenities. This podcast, part two of last week's episode, features co-host Ryan Wilusz and producer Brianna Paciorka discussing the things downtown could cut back, from certain restaurant offerings to alcohol-forward activities. "The Scruffy Stuff" is presented by knoxnews.com. Want more downtown analysis? Sign up for the free weekly Urban Knoxville newsletter by clicking here, and join the downtown discussion by becoming part of the Urban Knoxville group on Facebook.

Tune in to this week's edition of Talking with T featuring special Guest Kaylin Chesney discussing a possible expansion of the Emerald Youth Foundation to East Knoxville with a new facility.

Just the prospect of a downtown Knoxville stadium was enough for real estate investors to begin buying property left and right in the Old City and Magnolia Warehouse District.  The trend has continued since the stadium was approved, and property values are rising. Areena Arora, Silas Sloan and Ryan Wilusz explore real estate transactions, property trends and the possible future of a stadium district.  Host Brenna McDermott leads this discussion, based on our in-depth reporting available now at Knox News.  "The Scruffy Stuff" is presented by knoxnews.com. Want more downtown analysis? Sign up for the free weekly Urban Knoxville newsletter by clicking here, and join the downtown discussion by becoming part of the Urban Knoxville group on Facebook.

Tanisha Fitzgerald Baker is the manager of DEI for Knoxville Utilities Board, where she works on creating a diverse and inclusive work environment with equitable opportunities for all. She supports areas that impact the employee and customer experience through the lens of DEI. Tanisha is a native of Knoxville, Tennessee and she's a graduate, valedictorian, and Ms. Austin East from the Austin East High School class of 1988. She continued her education, graduating from both Florida A&M and the University of Tennessee with degrees in Actuarial Science and Education. She spent more than 20 years working for equity, access and education as an educator and leader with Project Grad Knoxville.She retired from Project Grad in 2021 and started a new career with Knoxville Utilities. She completed her certificate in social enterprise effectiveness from the University of Tennessee's Haslam School of Business. She's a graduate of Leadership Knoxville class of 2020. She was one of 30 across the state of Tennessee chosen for the 2021 Complete Tennessee Leadership Institute which she completed, along with the Mosaic Change Fellowship 2021 cohort as one of 21 across the state of Tennessee.She's the recipient of numerous awards and recognitions including the 2020 MLK Community Service Award. In addition to her professional responsibilities, she's a sought-after panelist, presenter and consultant. She's passionate about her calling to educate and elevate others.She founded Educational Enhancement Services Incorporated in 1998. She's also a founding member and current president of the Five Points Up Community Action Group. Founding member of East Knox Lions Club, founder of the unifying concept of the Village of Knoxville, and the host of a weekly radio show: Talking with T.She serves on several community boards as well as serving as the chair of the city of Knoxville's African-American Equity Task Force. She is a member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority and continues to reside in the East Knoxville community. On this week's episode of MsInterPReted, Tanisha, and Kelly talk about what DEI looks like in various spaces and how to apply DEI to a multitude of aspects in the work place: DEI as it relates to hiring and human resources What diversity looks like in different spaces How to integrate DEI practices into every part of business DEI data conversions DEI in virtual workplaces Good DEI practices Follow Tanisha on:Website:  https://www.talkingwitht.comOn Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talkingwitht/On Twitter:  @talkingwitht  Follow Fletcher Marketing PR on:Website:  https://www.fletchermarketingpr.com/On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FletchermarketingprOn Twitter:  @fletcherprOn Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fletcher.pr/Follow Kelly on Twitter: @KDFletcherFollow Mary Beth on Twitter: @marybethwest 

January 7th, 2007, a train engineer driving by the train tracks in East Knoxville, TN, found the still smoldering human remains of 23 year old Christopher Newsom. The young man had met a horrific and brutal end. Two days later, Knoxville PD would receive a tip that a group of criminals are hiding out in a rundown house on Chipman Street, just blocks away from where Newsom's body was discovered. In that house, in a tall trash can in the corner of a filthy kitchen, Chris Newsom's 21 year old girlfriend, Channon Christian's body was discovered. The couple had met the most grizzly end I have ever encountered as a true crime researcher. If you know anything about this case, you know that it is one of the most horrific out there. That said, Trigger Warning! Please listen with caution. However, what sticks more so than the heinous details of what these two wonderful young adults endured, is the love that their families have for them. So although this is going to be a tough case to get through, we have to say that both the Newsom and Christian families are so very inspiring and I encourage you to stick around until the end to hear more about them and all they do to keep their children's memory alive. So without further ado, let's get into the case of Channon Christian and Christopher Newsom. Materials used: https://medium.com/@candlesmyers/the-most-horrific-story-you-will-ever-read-69b1ab8079f4 https://www.wvlt.tv/content/news/Timeline-of-the-Channon-Christian-Christopher-Newsom-murders--513420461.html https://youtu.be/eq1q19FAJqs https://youtu.be/vbym9Zq4D80 Featured Shoutout! Make sure to subscribe to Beth & Bailey over at True Crime BNB Spotify Link: https://open.spotify.com/show/3puSodF0ZaxYx1MR8UqpbR?si=xpAwLm4FTSmGQfCCkcYgFw Instagram: https://instagram.com/truecrimebnb?igshid=NzNkNDdiOGI= --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/evil-pudding/support

It's hard to get excited about an empty stadium site that has done nothing but close roads in recent months and that's still almost three years from completion. The good news is construction should be starting soon, and it doesn't appear like any additional taxpayer money will be going toward the project – sort of.  Boyd is expected to put up a loan covering cost overruns that could be repaid by an expanded tax increment financing district, which can be as confusing as it sounds.  Fortunately, we have you covered with an analysis of the multiuse stadium project and where it goes from here. Brenna McDermott and Ryan Wilusz examine what the expanded TIF district means for the overall project in hopes of answering whether the stadium still makes sense.  "The Scruffy Stuff" is presented by knoxnews.com. Sign up for the free weekly Urban Knoxville newsletter by clicking here. 

There's often an interesting dynamic between Knoxville newcomers and long-time residents, who have watched their downtown-area neighborhoods transform in recent years.  While this transformation is practically inevitable, there are some changes stakeholders would prefer more than others — changes that could take their neighborhood to the next level as a place to live, work, visit and play.   On this week's episode, Ryan Wilusz and Brenna McDermott explore Sevier Avenue, Old North Knox, Fort Sanders and other downtown-adjacent areas to determine what each neighborhood needs most.  "The Scruffy Stuff" is presented by knoxnews.com. 

In this 74th episode of the Brian Hornback Experience I talk with Reginald Jackson, Independent candidate for Knox County School Board District 1 (East Knoxville to Sequoyah Hills) Most all the Brian Hornback links you should need are here. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brian-hornback/support

"Black in Business" is finally available at knoxnews.com, and we couldn't be more excited about this project! For the past nine months, co-hosts Ryan Wilusz and Calvin Mattheis have met with Black entrepreneurs, from hair stylists to hip-hop artists, and listened to their stories – ones about family, community pride and overcoming the hurdles Black business owners often face. Check it out now! "The Scruffy Stuff" is presented by knoxnews.com.

Today we talk with Jeneve Blake, founder of Dulcie's Cafe, a Jamaican restaurant situated in the heart of East Knoxville, and a member of the 100Knoxville summer cohort. We discuss Dulcie's beginnings, scaling up to a physical location, and pivoting during a pandemic.

Knoxville businessman Randy Boyd is swinging for the fences with his proposal for a new minor league baseball stadium and accompanying development in downtown Knoxville. Co-hosts Ryan Wilusz and Calvin Mattheis are joined by Knox News reporter Tyler Whetstone, as they bring their baseball, business and downtown expertise to the plate for a preview of how a stadium could transform downtown as we know it. "The Scruffy Stuff" is presented by knoxnews.com. 

Our community has been shaken this year by violence. We want to be part of the solution, and we know that you do too. With that in mind, this month we are speaking with several friends and community partners who have devoted their lives to being a part of that solution. This week we spoke with Lawrence Williams, a lifelong East Knoxville resident and the founder of World United Ministries and Safe Haven. Visit yokeyouth.com to learn more about YOKE Youth Ministries.

Nancy Mott is an LGBTQ counselor, Integrity leader, AIDS activist and Knox County Democratic Party activist. An active Episcopalian, she lives with her wife, Linda, in East Knoxville. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beth-maples-bays/support

Made Right Here is sponsored and produced by The IT Company and we are telling the stories of East Tennessee founders, creators, and builders, and their journey to creating successful organizations. From the idea behind it, to the impact it had on the community, their employees and their own lives, we're taking listeners, and viewers, behind the scenes of the movements they built and the people who helped build them!In part one we hear Ronni's story of growing up in East Knoxville and the challenges and successes that led her to becoming the woman she is today.Ronni shares her journey of getting pregnant in high school and her motivation to still graduate and then go on to college. We hear her powerful story of experiencing the loss of child to suicide and the ways she has used that experience to build a way to support kids and families through similar circumstances.As an African American, female entrepreneur- Ronni Chandler's story is one full of resilience, determination and grit. 

Celebrating Black History Month , I had to acknowledge Charlamagne Tha God His Book (Shook) speaking on his experience with Anxiety and my perspective of it. And also the individual I want to celebrate the first African American Astronaut Guyion Bluford, and also the Murders in my hometown Knoxville Tn 3 Teens in 3 Weeks, in the East Knoxville area Tune In and Po-Up #loriharvey #lilboosie #steveharvey #guyionBluford #charlamagnethagod #shook #podcast #cabernet #napavalley #anxiety #love #knoxville #blackhistorymonth

Brian Hornback podcast Episode 20 - KCHD Loses Shipment, Knoxville Stadium, City and County 2021/2022 Elections The Knox County Health Department disposed of a shipment of valuable medicine, I talk about that. Knoxville and Knox County faces a stadium for East Knoxville and it is a destination attraction, what will happen? Knoxville will elect or re-elect 5 City Council positions in 2021. Knox County will have a plethora of races in 2022. Contact brian@brianhornback.com Twitter @mega_bullhorn or @brianhornback Podcast production and hosting on Anchor.fm MatlockTireService.Com for all your Tire and Auto Repair Service Inter-AgencyInsurance.Com for your business coverages JustHomesGroup.Com for all your Real Estate Needs PavlisPublicStrategies.com for any business, Governmental or Campaign Strategies --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brian-hornback/support

Are you getting too many sales in your online shop?  If not, and you want to experience what that is like, then listen up! I met Alaina while going to art school in Knoxvilleand was immediately drawn to her thoughtful and bright way of being in the world. This chat inspired me to take her entrepreneurship class and catapulted me to wake up my sleepy online shop that never got much action. I’m just starting to implement some of her ideas but I got more sales in my shop overnight than i had had in 2 years!Which is to say, grab a pen and get ready to take notes. Seriously great ideas that can help your creative business to thrive!And if you want the cliff Notes version you can head to my Patreon where I have a worksheet with some creative prompts, affirmations and a checklist for creative businesses. That’s at www.patreon.comthymeinthestudioBio: Alaina Smith is the hands and brain behind Cold Gold: an accessories brand specializing in colorful leather goods and geometric jewelry. She opened the company in 2013 after receiving her BFA in printmaking from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. She has served on Knoxville’s Mayor’s Maker Council since 2016, and was committee chair of Knoxville’s Maker City Summit in 2018 and 2019. She also teaches an Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship class, which covers things like branding, photography, and optimizing Etsy listings for search. Along with that, Alaina has participated in 40+ craft fairs and 2 trade shows and sells her line to more than 80 retail stores worldwide. Social:Website: ShopColdGold.comInstagram: @ShopColdGold  Thymelights:Links to friends and mentors:Tanika Harper: Tanika Harper runs three small businesses including Harper's Naturals, a skincare line that helps those with sensitive skin, and Shora Foundation, a non-profit that provides a safe space after school program and other services and resources to inner city teens in the East Knoxville area. We volunteer together with The Maker City, and have co-chaired The Maker City Summit together.https://www.instagram.com/harpers_naturals/https://www.instagram.com/shorafoundation/https://www.instagram.com/themakercity/https://www.instagram.com/shoprala/Nanci Solomon of Rala: Rala sells eclectic handmade goods and art, including my own. I worked at Rala as a buyer and merchandiser for 7 years! Owner, Nanci Solomon, encouraged me to start Cold Gold, shared mountains of wisdom about owning a small biz, and has remained one of my biggest supporters to this day. music by Aaron Travers@aa.travershttps://www.instagram.com/aa.travers/Thyme in the Studio links:https://www.patreon.com/thymeinthestudiohttps://www.etsy.com/shop/AidaZeaArtshttps://www.instagram.com/thymeinthestudiopodcast/https://www.instagram.com/aida.zea.arts/https://www.facebook.com/groups/403582056803336/www.aidazea.comwww.thymeinthestudio.comContact me: sara@aidazea.com I hope you enjoyed this episode! If you did please be sure to share it with a friend or screenshot and give a shout out on your instastories right now!  If you are digging the show Please be sure to leave a review on apple podcasts. Click on the link below to leave a review. It only takes 2 minutes and means the world to me! And helps us to expand our supportive community of ecominded, plant-loving creative folks https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thyme-in-the-studio/id1394325119Let’s be friends and connect on instagram! @thymeinthestudiopodcast Sign up for my newsletter at my website www.thymeinthestudio.comLastly, If you super duper love the show and want some bonus sparkly secret info please consider being a patron of the show!If are in a secure place financially and wanna to help amplify the voices of the creatives on this podcast you can join my patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thymeinthestudio.  I donate over 10% of Patreon funds to Crafting the Future and the Earthseed Collective. The membership is pay what you can and starts at just $1/month.  

BattleField Farms and Gardens, East Knoxville, TennesseeToday, we are setting the table with “Community Gardening” and Broccoli Casserole. Our first guest is Pastor Chris Battle of BattleFiled Farms and Gardens - and of the Underground Collective - This man’s goal is to teach people how to grow their own food, how to cook farm fresh foods for better health and wellness, and how to grow community through community gardening. The BattleFiled Farms and Gardens motto is “Fighting Food Disparity, Building Community”.We’ll also hear hear about Glodine Davis of Johnson City, TN and her beloved broccoli casserole by way of Fred Sauceman

I’m talking with Bailey Foster founder of Real Good Kitchen, a community kitchen coming to East Knoxville. We talk about building a public benefit company, advancing equity in the food industry, raising money for the location on Magnolia Avenue, and delivering digital content during the pandemic. Bailey is reading How to be an Antiracist and listening to the ZigZag podcast.

Tune in for your sip of "T" P.I. Pam, Professor Jay and Miss T bring it straight with no chaser as we talk about the Black Lives Matter Painting in East Knoxville, COVID-19, Kanye for President and more #YouDontWantToMissThis

A day in East Knoxville, from breakfast, African-American history, to lunch at a local brewery. In this episode we visit a local coffee shop. We take a tour of the Beck Cultural Exchange Center, learning local African-American history. Then stop at Last Days of Autumn for beer cheese and lunch.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/touristintown)

A visit wirh Bailey Foster, Founder of a new business “Real Good Kitchen”, a food incubator launching in 2020, located on Magnolia Avenue, in Knoxville, TN with the goal of Improving our community through food. Fred Sauceman from Johnson City, TN shares a Pot Luck Radio segment from Putnam County, TN where he visits Mark & Sheri Gunther - owners of Muddy Pond Sorghum Mill, and producers of Muddy Pond Sorghum. And I also have news about a community potluck dinner coming up December 20th in Greenback, TN for a good cause, and about how you can help hungry people in need for Christmas on December 14th , by doing so, possibly win a hand-made, bamboo, fly fishing rod, made by the hands of an East, TN fly fishing legend, Walter Babb - and also a shot at placing the winning bid 10 dozen flies tied by Walter himself that are his “go-to” nymphs when fishing the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Check out the latest edition of what you shouldn't be missing. The TWT team brings you the latest in trending news and hot topics. This show covers the Colin Kapernick Nike ad, Rats taking over a Memphis school, the fight between Cardi B and Niki Minaj, the closing of East Knoxville’s Ebony Lounge, Gerorge Zimmerman's threat to Beyonce and Jay-Z and more. YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS THIS!

In episode 6, we talk to Denetria Moore. Denetria is the Founder and Executive Director of Girl Talk, Inc. We talk with Denetria about her story and why she started Girl Talk, Inc.Podcast Guest:Denetria D. MooreFounder / Executive Director, Girl Talk, Inc. Denetria or “Mrs. Dee Dee” as she is affectionately known as to the girls, is the founder and Executive Director of Girl Talk, Inc. She is the wife of Kenneth Moore, a Worship Leader at Cokesbury Church, the mother of a beautiful daughter, Tailynn and son, Zion, who is in Heaven. She is a native of Memphis, TN and a 2007 graduate of the University of Tennessee with a B. A. in Sociology. Denetria founded GIRL TALK in the living room of her East Knoxville apartment in 2006.With a burden to prevent teens from making the same mistakes she herself made as a young woman, Denetria began mentoring girls and within a short time GIRL TALK was born. Becoming a single mother at 19, Denetria’s theory is that “if I can teach girls to love themselves and not seek validation from a guy, I can prevent her from going down the road that I went down.”Her vision for the organization is to see young women excel beyond their dreams and to increase the self-worth of young ladies so that they can reach their full potential in life and be the best that they can be.Links:Girl Talk, Inc.www.girltalkinc.com Dee Dee Moore on SpotifyDee Dee Moore on Apple Music Nonprofit Superpowers:www.nonprofitsuperpowers.com

On this episode of TruckBeat, the team heads to neighborhoods north and east of downtown Knoxville to learn more about how ZIP code impacts health and well-being. We learn about an effort by East Knoxville organization Five Points Up to understand and combat the forces that drive the neighborhood’s health disparities. And we meet a group of women in the Parkridge neighborhood that’s determined to beat the ZIP code odds. There’s a direct link between where we live and our health. In fact, many studies have found ZIP code is a better predictor of physical and mental health, quality of life and life expectancy than even DNA. The reason? Access – to clean air and water, transportation, education, safe housing and jobs. Living in a walkable neighborhood, with sidewalks and public parks, also makes a big difference. So does race. These so-called “social determinants of health” mean Americans who live just a few miles apart may face dramatically different health outcomes during their lifetimes. “In some cases, life expectancy can differ by as much as 20 years in neighborhoods only about five miles apart from one another,” according to research from the Virginia Commonwealth University Center on Society and Health. This piece was produced by Matt Shafer Powell, Jess Mador and Leslie Snow of TruckBeat, part of Localore: Finding America, a national production of AIR, the Association of Independents in Radio. Find more stories at NPR and at Finding America. TruckBeat is #FindingAmerica.

Meet Albert Nelson, who works as a manager at the Community Action Committee's East Neighborhood Center. "By doing that, I get to know a lot of people in the community. I love where I live," he says. Nelson has called East Knoxville home since the 1970s. He's part of a coalition working to identify community health challenges and beautify East Knoxville, improve walkability and access to nutritious and affordable food. We meet in the heart of Five Points, a historically African American neighborhood. More soon! TruckBeat is #FindingAmerica. truckbeat.org