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It's the first day of early voting, and we're sitting down with Nashville-born political operative TJ Ducklo to get the insider's look at this summer's Biden-Harris/Harris-Walz campaign rollercoaster, and find out why he thinks their platform is the right choice for Middle Tennessee voters. We're also asking why his new role as Chief Strategist for the Democracy Defenders Political Action Committee is necessary, what if any regrets he has about the scandal that led to him leaving the Biden White House to join Mayor John Cooper's administration, and what advice he would give to kids or young adults growing up in Nashville who are interested in working in politics. And stick around for our special segment, A Mile in Their Boots: We'll be going inside a day in the life of Brandon Crofton, a pothole patch specialist for NDOT. Thanks to Tecovas, our Western wear faves, for sponsoring this segment, and for being our exclusive launch sponsor! Early voting is open now! Here is a link to times and locations, as well as a sample ballot. Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Nashville newsletter.  Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392⁩ Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE. 

“My whole mission is just to affect positive change with people, and housing is such a key component to people's health, well-being, and safety.” -- Andrea Prince According to Nashville's 2021 Affordable Housing Task Force, chaired by Mayor John Cooper, the city must create 52,498 new housing units by 2030—a daunting challenge, given that only 1,344 affordable units were being built annually at the time of the report. Today on The Climbing the Charts Podcast, as recorded by our sister podcast The Real Estate Mailbag, we're joined by Matthew Wiltshire, President of Pathway Affordable Housing Corp. and former Chief Strategy Officer at MDHA, Andrea Prince, Executive Director of Rebuilding Together Nashville, and Joshua Haston, Development Manager at LDG Development, LLC and Board Member of the Nashville Industrial Board. These leaders share their personal journeys and insights into tackling Nashville's housing crisis, discussing innovative city tools and divisive zoning proposals debated in Metro Council. They also explore the impact of Tennessee's new “home bond” bill on affordable housing. Tune in to understand why affordable housing isn't just crucial for your future, but for the future of Music City itself!

On this very special episode of Climbing the Climbs, we are joined by John Cooper, Music City's 9th Mayor (since the consolidation of the Metro Government in 1963).  One of the few things Mayor Cooper's champions and critics can both agree on is that he served a term that was almost Biblical in nature.  His first week on the job, the city was threatened with receivership by the State of Tennessee.  And, that fact is almost forgotten because of shadows cast by subsequent events:  the worst global pandemic in a century and one that caused him to shut down the city,  the most destructive tornado the city has ever experienced, a Christmas Day bombing that 2nd Avenue still hasn't recovered from 3 years later, and an almost existential threat posed by a supermajority Republican General Assembly.  And then there was the Covenant school shooting that captured the attention of the nation and the world. Mayor Cooper offers a candid take on the most challenging events he confronted as Mayor, telling us that it's “actually very inspiring to be a mayor when you have these kinds of challenges because people really come together.”  Mayor Cooper believes one of his greatest legacies will be his financial stewardship as the CEO of Music City.  He describes the status of Nashville's finances, when he first took office after a reluctant decision to run for Mayor, as “broke” but “disguising its broke-ness through several deceptive budget practices.”  Even some of Cooper's harshest critics will have to concede some points as he offers strong empirical support for his record, which includes dramatically raising funding for public education, creating a living wage for Metro employees, and turning around the city's credit rating.  Mayor Cooper also offers a master class in negotiations by walking us thru the salient details of the Titans Stadium deal, explaining why critics of the stadium deal are simply wrong—or worse, engaging in all all too popular cynicism in their often deceptive attacks on the deal which he says will pave the way for Nashville's “biggest next chapter.” Mayor Cooper explains what qualities Nashvillians should seek out when selecting our next mayor, and explains some of the aspects of being mayor that many may not fully appreciate or fully understand.  Finally, Mayor Cooper offers some truly fascinating insights and concluding thoughts about his beloved city's past, present, and future, including why he thinks Music City is poised to be the “human connection capital in America.”  That theme was, and is, the driving inspiration for the Climbing the Charts podcast, and we can't wait for our listeners to hear Mayor Cooper's thoughts on the subject. 

The Metro Council will soon vote on a $2.2 billion plan to build a new stadium for the Tennessee Titans. In December, the Council voted to approve the term sheet, which includes $500 million in state funds that can only be used toward a new enclosed stadium. Additional funding would come in the form of football-related revenue, a 1% hotel tax in Davidson County and money collected from the stadium campus. The vote passed by a wide margin, but there is a small, yet vocal, contingent opposed to using taxpayer funds to build a new home for a professional sports team worth $3 billion. Mayor John Cooper's office has maintained that Nashvillians won't pay out of pocket for the new stadium, and that the plan gets the city out from under a cumbersome 1990s-era lease. Community groups have questioned whether a new NFL stadium should be a priority for the city. As the plan moves closer to a final vote, there have also been questions about the economic benefits of a new stadium. 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. But first, we talk WNXP assistant program director Justin Barney about the Nashville Artist of the Month R.A.P. Ferreira. Guests: Brett Withers, Metro Council member, District 6 Bob Mendes, Metro Council at-large member Burke Nihil, Tennessee Titans CEO and president Benjamin Eagles, senior advisor to Mayor John Cooper Related reading: WPLN: Tennessee Titans and Nashville's mayor strike a deal for a new domed stadium WPLN: Experts say Nashville won't recoup money from building a new stadium with taxpayer dollars NewsChannel5: How does the proposed Titans community benefits agreement stack up against other deals? Council Member At-Large Zulfat Suara: The Titans Stadium and Term Sheet — My Vote and Why Council Member At-Large Bob Mendes: Reject the Proposed Stadium Deal Nashville.gov: East Bank Stadium Committee Information Nashville.gov: Summary of Titans' Stadium Term Sheet

The Fairgrounds Speedway is a Nashville institution. It's held car races and horse races since 1904, and still had horse racing up until 1957 when they paved the track. It held NASCAR races up until 1984, when disputes between city government and track management put an end to it. But it has continued to be a local and regional spot for car racing. In 2011, Nashville voters passed a referendum that obligated the city to maintain the track for racing. For years, Bristol Motor Speedway has been courting the city with a plan to renovate the track, in part to attract NASCAR and other big races back to Nashville. Mayor John Cooper is championing a proposal under consideration by the Fair Board Commission that would give Bristol the greenlight to update the Speedway. However, residents who live near the Speedway are concerned about what kind of traffic, congestion and noise an improved track will bring to their neighborhood. In this episode, we'll hear from residents who are both for and against the proposal. But first, it's time for @ US! Host Khalil Ekulona and digital lead Anna Gallegos-Cannon respond to listener feedback and questions. Guests: Norm Partin, racing fan and owner of Partin & Associates Terry Vo, former president of TAG, Chestnut Hill Neighborhood Association Jason Bergeron, former Fair Board commissioner and current Neighborhood Impact Advisory Committee member Jasper Hendricks, vice chair of the Fair Board Commission Related reading:  WPLN: As rubber hits the road with Nashville speedway racetrack, opponents and supporters line up to voice their opinions WPLN: Who will be in charge of the lease and development of Nashville's fairgrounds racetrack? Mayor and Bristol Motor Speedway release more details. WPLN: Nashville unveils proposal to bring NASCAR back to fairgrounds speedway The Tennessean: Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway renovation, NASCAR one step closer to reality

Want your chance to name a square on the official Nashville Monopoly game? Now you have that chance. If you've heard of the Tennessee Whiskey Trail, now we have the Ale Trail as well. Plus, Mayor John Cooper just announced he will not be seeking reelection. What might have led to this, and who is now on the ballot?New YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKjWKXfpjtNL0oL2R6MKSxwToday's Sponsors:Brad Reynoldshttps://thinkbrad.com/Bowtie Barber Clubhttps://www.bowtiebarberclub.com/Nash NewsNashville Monopoly: Suggest local spots for a new version of the gamehttps://www.tennessean.com/story/news/local/2023/02/01/nashville-monopoly-suggest-local-spots-for-a-new-version-of-the-game/69860605007/Tennessee Ale Trail launches as state's craft beer industry expandshttps://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2023/01/25/tennessee-ale-trail-launches-as-craft-beer-industr.htmlNashville Daily Artist of the Day Playlisthttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/51eNcUWPg7qtj8KECrbuwx?si=nEfxeOgmTv6rFUyhVUJY9AFollow us @ XPLR NASHWebsite - https://nashvilledailypodcast.com/YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/c/xplrnashInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/xplr.nash/Twitter - https://twitter.com/xplr_nashNASHVILLE & XPLR MERCH - https://www.xplrnash.com/shopMedia and other inquiries please email hello@xplr.life

The This Is Nashville team is out for the Thanksgiving holiday. We are rebroadcasting an episode about Nashville's indie venues, which first aired in June.  Nashville's independent music venues have long been a proving ground for up-and-coming artists. They're also increasingly under threat as development and gentrification continue to put pressure on property values. Mercy Lounge, Cannery Ballroom and the High Watt have closed, and Exit/In recently announced that it will close and reopen under new management after Thanksgiving.  The city is waking up to the problem. Mayor John Cooper declared the week before Memorial Day weekend to be “Music Venue Independence Week.” 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. But first, WPLN health care reporter Blake Farmer has an update about the flu season. Guests: Chris Cobb, owner of Exit/In and president of Music Venue Alliance Nashville Jeff Syracuse, Metro Council member, District 15 Kathryn Edwards, co-owner of DRKMTTR and musician Mel Bryant, musician Ariel Bui, musician Previous WPLN coverage: Exit/In, Midtown music venue beloved by locals, will close Nov. 24 ‘Growth is not always progress': What Mercy Lounge's closure says about the health of Nashville's independent music venues WNXP: In the Scene: On the complexities of emo nostalgia & creating a sustainable and equitable music ecosystem

Buck welcomes Nashville Mayor John Cooper into the new studio to discuss the Titans new stadium project and the East Bank plan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Buck welcomes Nashville Mayor John Cooper into the new studio to discuss the Titans new stadium project and the East Bank plan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mayor John Cooper joins us live to talk about the latest new football stadium.  What issues and questions do we have for the Mayor regarding the new stadium?  We take your thoughts after our interview.

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, but with the city between Public Health Department directors, he stepped up when asked by Mayor John Cooper. The long hours, on top of his already demanding workload as a trauma surgeon and coupled with intense public scrutiny, took a toll on his personal life. Through it all, Dr. Jahangir kept a pandemic version of “op notes” — the entries he writes after each operation. He later expanded these into a book, Hot Spot: A Doctor's Diary From the Pandemic, published this month. He talks about what he learned leading Nashville's COVID response. But first, a new episode of Reveal looks into the history of convict leasing, a practice that enriched companies across the South and in Tennessee. Guests: Margie Mason, reporter, Associated Press Dr. Alex Jahangir, professor of orthopaedic surgery, Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Thomas Sheffield, Director of the Nashville Opportunity Fund with Pathway Lending, who highlights the nonprofit lender, known as a community development financial institution (CDFI), and some of the ways Pathway Lending approaches lending differently, so it can reach all corners of the community.During the interview, Thomas discusses the Nashville Small Business Recovery Fund that Pathway Lending is administering. Aimed at helping small businesses refuel following the last few years, the Fund was established by Mayor John Cooper's office and Metro Council with federal dollars from the American Rescue Plan Act. Thomas talks about the loan program, what makes it different, who is eligible to apply, what you need to know to apply, and more.Visit www.pathwaylending.org/nashville to learn more.

Jackie's email to me prior to recording: "It is literally a trade secret that I would never share, but the heck with it... if you like the idea once you hear it, I'd love to do this topic with you. It's very 'plan the work, work the plan,' so that you have measurable feedback per your timeline, which allows you to quickly shift if something catches fire or fizzles. Like the 12 Steps... the plan works if you work it.” UM… YES, JACKIE! Need I say more!? TUNE IN! Jackie is the Founder/President of Marushka Media, the first Latina-owned PR/Branding agency in Nashville. A New Mexico native and creative entrepreneur with 30 years' experience, Jackie wrapped her 14-year tenure with Sony Music as one of its youngest VPs (1999-2013) and established Shore Fire Media's Nashville office as GM (2013-2016) before launching Marushka Media in 2016. She currently serves on the boards of the Tennessee Latin American Chamber of Commerce and the Americana Music Association. In 2021, she was appointed to the City of Nashville's Auditorium Commission by Mayor John Cooper. During awards season, Jackie serves on the Academy Awards PR team.CONNECT WITH JACKIE: https://www.marushkamedia.com/contact IG: https://www.instagram.com/marushkamedia THE 12 STEPS (to screen shot after listening!):1. Differentiate yourself; solve a problem2. Research outlets; create a grid with tabs3. Research contact info for all outlets on your grid4. Craft a pitch for each outlet5. Follow up (tactfully!)6. Make sure to include your contact info in your pitch7. Make sure to include your unique selling points in your pitch8. Declare and articulate what you want to be known for9. Gather testimonials to include when pitching10. Identify panels/conferences in your industry, and make a plan 11. Represent yourself with integrity; know why you're in the room12. Send thank-you's when appropriateBONUS TIP: Be a mentor, and GIVE BACK!CONNECT FURTHER WITH ANGIE:Podcast: https://www.yougetwhatimsaying.com Listen Early and Dynamic Ad-Free on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/44Y6rbYSocial Media: https://beacons.ai/theactualangie/socialmedia Contact: yougetwhatimsaying.podcast@gmail.com Monetize Your Podcast: https://beacons.ai/theactualangie/monetizeSupport the Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/yougetit/membershipADVERTISE ON THE SHOW: To inquire about host-read ads or to become the show's next Presenting Sponsor, please send an email to yougetwhatimsaying.podcast@gmail.com.EPISODE CREDITS:Podcast Logo: Abby MurdockPodcast Cover Photography: April Bowers CreativeBE ADVISED:Formerly titled Podfluencer Society (for before that, 4 Things For Your Podcast), episodes 1-114 share insights and strategies specifically for podcasters. As the podcast has undergone a complete rebrand, some links and information referenced in earlier episodes have likely changed. Please contact us at yougetwhatimsaying.podcast@gmail.com if you cannot find what you are looking for. The views and opinions expressed in each episode are those of the individual contributors and do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast host and team or the owner of this Intellectual Property. This podcast is not an authority of legal advice, and listeners are encouraged to seek professional counsel with regard to their brand, business, and otherwise. Many of the product and service promotions in each episode are under the negotiated terms of affiliate or sponsorship agreements. If a link is clicked and a purchase is made, an affiliate commission may be received. However, we recommend products or services that we personally endorse and believe may be beneficial to others. This information is disclosed in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."

A new third party may be entering the picture to help the city develop an economic growth strategy. A new potential mayoral candidate has announced hopes of running in 2023. Plus, with the selection of Nashville food being so large, sometimes it's hard to choose for everyone. That's why in today's episode, we're bringing you the top five food halls in the city.Take a Tour With Us! Use code NASH for 20% off - https://www.xplrnash.com/toursToday's Sponsors: Brad Reynolds  https://thinkbrad.com/Bowtie Barber Clubhttps://www.bowtiebarberclub.com/Nash NewsEconomic development consultant HR&A wins bid to create growth strategy for Metro Nashvillehttps://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2022/06/01/hra-advisors-metro-eco-devo-plan.htmlFormer AllianceBernstein COO explores run for mayor https://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2022/06/03/gingrich-explores-mayoral-campaign.htmlTop Five Food Halls in Nashville, TennesseeAssembly Food Hallhttps://www.assemblyfoodhall.com/The Wash https://www.eatwash.com/Hunters Station https://www.huntersstation.com/L&L Market https://landlmarket.com/homePlaza Mariachihttps://www.plazamariachi.com/Nashville Daily Artist of the Day Playlist   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/51eNcUWPg7qtj8KECrbuwx?si=nEfxeOgmTv6rFUyhVUJY9AFollow us @ XPLR NASH   Website -  https://nashvilledailypodcast.com/   YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/c/xplrnash   Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/xplr.nash/   Twitter - https://twitter.com/xplr_nash   NASHVILLE & XPLR MERCH - https://www.xplrnash.com/shopMedia and other inquiries please email hello@xplr.life

Nashville's independent music venues have long been a proving ground for up-and-coming artists. They're also increasingly under threat as development and gentrification continue to put pressure on property values. Mercy Lounge, Cannery Ballroom and the High Watt recently closed, and it's an uncertain future ahead for revered venues like Exit/In. The city is waking up to the problem. Mayor John Cooper recently declared the week before Memorial Day weekend to be “Music Venue Independence Week.” 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. Also this hour, we talk with WPLN producer Marianna Bacallao about her reporting on anti-trans laws in Tennessee. Guests: Chris Cobb, owner of Exit/In and president of Music Venue Alliance Nashville Jeff Syracuse, Metro Council member, District 15 Kathryn Edwards, co-owner of DRKMTTR and musician Mel Bryant, musician Ariel Bui, musician

Metro Nashville Police are expanding their latest mental health efforts to new areas. The Tennessee Titans have released their schedule for the 2022-2023 regular season. Plus, has Nashville contributed enough money to secure the Titans with a new stadium for 2026?Take a Tour With Us! Use code NASH for 20% off - https://www.xplrnash.com/toursToday's Sponsors: Screened Threads   Use the Code "NashvilleDaily" for 10% off online and in-store   https://screenedthreads.com/Blessed Day Coffee   https://www.blesseddaycoffee.com/   Use Code "XPLR20" for 20% off at checkoutNash NewsMetro police to expand mental health worker, officer partnership to central precincthttps://www.newschannel5.com/news/metro-police-to-expand-mental-health-worker-officer-partnership-to-central-precinctTitans release 2022-23 regular season schedulehttps://www.newschannel5.com/sports/titans-release-2022-23-regular-season-scheduleJohn Cooper Gives Us a Update about the new stadium Mayor Cooper: Nashville's new football stadium will not be a burdenhttps://www.tennessean.com/story/opinion/2022/05/12/mayor-cooper-nashvilles-new-football-stadium-not-burden/9732484002/Mayor Cooper writes he won't spend tax dollars to fund new Titans stadiumhttps://www.newschannel5.com/news/mayor-cooper-writes-he-wont-spend-tax-dollars-to-fund-new-titans-stadiumNashville Daily Artist of the Day Playlist   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/51eNcUWPg7qtj8KECrbuwx?si=nEfxeOgmTv6rFUyhVUJY9AFollow us @ XPLR NASH   Website -  https://nashvilledailypodcast.com/   YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/c/xplrnash   Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/xplr.nash/   Twitter - https://twitter.com/xplr_nash   NASHVILLE & XPLR MERCH - https://www.xplrnash.com/shopMedia and other inquiries please email hello@xplr.life

Mayor John Cooper has spoken again on a new Titans stadium, and Buck discusses what we learned. Plus, Rhett Bryan of Titans Radio joins Buck live in studio to talk about the Titans stadium, rookie minicamp, and the Titans newly released schedule. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mayor John Cooper has spoken again on a new Titans stadium, and Buck discusses what we learned. Plus, Rhett Bryan of Titans Radio joins Buck live in studio to talk about the Titans stadium, rookie minicamp, and the Titans newly released schedule. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The deadline to register for upcoming local elections is fast approaching — Monday, April 4 to be exact. Today's episode is all about exercising the franchise, which a large number of Nashvillians choose not to do. Two years ago, 90,342 ballots were cast in the general election for mayor. That's only about 21 percent of registered voters. Put another way, Mayor John Cooper was elected in 2019 with 62,440 votes — meaning that less than 10 percent of residents voted for their city's leader. We're joined by a panel of people working to get people registered to vote and engaging in the political process. Guests: Tristen Gaspadarek, founder of Please Vote Nashville Jimmie Garland, vice president for Middle Tennessee, Tennessee State Conference of the NAACP Pratik Dash, political director of TIRRC Votes Jeremy White, with Free Hearts

Jason shares info on how teams that are big-time spenders in free agency DO improve and by how much. The Titans propose to the league a new rule for overtime. Jason responds to an odd quote from Mayor John Cooper regarding financing for a new stadium.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Summary: "The river belongs to all of us. We are a river city. It is part of our identity even if we do not see it much". - David Ewing The Cumberland River is a powerful and important waterway that connects Nashville with the region, supplies water to the area, and continues to be a mode of transportation. In this River Talk, we hear from local historian David Ewing about the history of the river and how it was literally responsible for the founding and growth of Nashville. Hear stories about how it froze, flooded, and how the Cumberland River put Nashville on the map. While sometimes ignored the Cumberland has been a driving force for the growth and development in Nashville. This podcast is pre-recorded audio from a lecture from David Ewing in September 2021. You will hear him occasionally mention photos or images. See more on our blog: https://cumberlandrivercompact.org/2022/02/21/the-cumberland-river-nashvilles-most-important-asset-with-david-ewing/ About David Ewing: David Ewing is a ninth generation Nashvillian, historian and tour guide. He runs an upscale private history tour company called Nashville History On Tour. The Nashville Scene in 2017 named him “Best Historian”. In 2018 the Nashville Scene named his Instagram page “The Nashville I Wish I Knew” the “Best Nashville Instagram Page” which has over 20,000 followers. In 2021 Mayor John Cooper said David Ewing is one of Nashville's greatest historians. David is a graduate of Connecticut College and Vanderbilt School of Law. David previously was SVP of Government and Community Relations for the Nashville Chamber and held that same role at Gaylord Entertainment. David has served on boards of the Metro Historical Commission, Metro Historic Zoning Commission, Cheekwood, The Nashville Symphony, The Nashville Opera, The Hermitage and Travelers Rest. He is a graduate of Leadership Nashville, Leadership Middle Tennessee, Young Leaders Council and Leadership Donelson Hermitage. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thecompact/message

A new airline flies into BNA. A New York City restaurant and bar makes its way into Fifth and Broad. Plus, renovation plans are put on halt as the city touts the building of a new stadium for the Tennessee Titans.Become a subscriber! Visit us at https://www.patreon.com/nashvilledailyTake a Tour With Us! Use code NASH for 20% off - https://www.xplrnash.com/toursTEXT US: 615-392-1358Today's Sponsors: Screened ThreadsUse the Code "NashvilleDaily" for 10% off online and in-storehttps://screenedthreads.com/Blessed Day Coffeehttps://www.blesseddaycoffee.com/Use Code "XPLR20" for 20% off at checkoutNash NewsAvelo Airlines adds nonstop service from Nashville International Airporthttps://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2022/02/16/avelo-airlines-at-bna.htmlFifth + Broadway welcomes tapas bar founded in New York City https://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2022/02/17/tapas-bar-founded-in-nyc-opening.htmlNew Titans Stadium? Tennessee Titans, Mayor John Cooper explore option to replace Nissan Stadiumhttps://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2022/02/18/metro-titans-explore.htmlButch Spyridon says new Titans stadium is key to compete for big eventshttps://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2022/02/18/butch-spyridon-says-new-titans-stadium-is-key.html?ana=TRUEANTHEMFB_NA&csrc=6398&utm_campaign=trueAnthem%3A+Trending+Content&utm_medium=trueAnthem&utm_source=facebook&fbclid=IwAR1h0cgAIlGfEqRF7T28GbdXLcB3Zq4fPK3yV2wOf_jOj-MuoheYnocue5kTitans committed to 'heavily investing in new stadium'https://www.newschannel5.com/news/titans-ownership-says-theyre-committed-to-heavily-investing-financially-in-a-new-stadiumTitans exploring new stadium amid renovation issueshttps://www.newschannel5.com/sports/titans-say-building-a-new-stadium-might-be-a-more-responsible-option-to-explore-than-renovating-nissan-stadiumNissan Stadium renovations on 'pause' as Tennessee Titans, Metro consider building a new facilityhttps://www.tennessean.com/story/news/2022/02/17/nissan-stadium-nashville-renovations-paused-construction-costs/6835417001/Nashville Daily Artist of the Day Playlisthttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/51eNcUWPg7qtj8KECrbuwx?si=nEfxeOgmTv6rFUyhVUJY9AFollow us @ XPLR NASHWebsite -  https://nashvilledailypodcast.com/YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/c/xplrnashInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/xplr.nash/Twitter - https://twitter.com/xplr_nashNASHVILLE & XPLR MERCH - https://www.xplrnash.com/shopMedia and other inquiries please email hello@xplr.lifeArtists can submit songs to be featured here https://forms.gle/mtkxUCFds7g9e2466

Episode 30: This is part 2 of our Sustainable City series! In this episode, we got to chat with Dr. Kendra Abkowitz, Chief Sustainability and Resilience Officer for the City of Nashville, Office of Mayor John Cooper. Kendra gives us updates on current programs and initiatives that Nashville is doing to continue to be good environmental stewards and things to come! The Ranger Report this month features a Nashville area state park, Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park. We are joined by Ranger Marlie Gibbs and learn about all the big things happening in Tennessee's smallest state park!

A new amendment could be added to Tennessee's State constitution, and you have the opportunity to vote on it next election. No surprise here, another California company is moving their headquarters to Middle Tennessee. Plus, NASCAR officially returns to Nashville.Become a subscriber! Visit us at https://www.patreon.com/nashvilledailyTake a Tour With Us! Use code NASH for 20% off - https://www.xplrnash.com/toursTEXT US: 615-392-1358Today's Sponsors: Screened ThreadsUse the Code "NashvilleDaily" for 10% off online and in-storehttps://screenedthreads.com/Blessed Day Coffeehttps://www.blesseddaycoffee.com/Use Code "XPLR20" for 20% off at checkoutSpike Program by Partnership to End AddictionLearn more at drugfree.org/spike, or text SPIKE to (855) 963-5659Nash NewsGov. Lee announces campaign to amend state constitution with right-to-workhttps://www.newschannel5.com/news/gov-lee-announces-campaign-to-amend-state-constitution-with-right-to-workhttps://ballotpedia.org/Tennessee_Right-to-Work_Amendment_(2022)Gutter guard manufacturing company Gutterglove moving headquarters from California to Tennessee https://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2021/11/29/gutterglove-hq-relo-williamson.htmlNASCAR Coming Back to NashvilleMayor John Cooper, Bristol Motor Speedway reach deal to bring NASCAR back to Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway https://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2021/12/01/mayor-john-cooper-bristol-motor-speedway.html'Viable future for our historic track': Mayor John Cooper outlines details of deal for NASCAR at the fairgroundshttps://www.tennessean.com/story/news/local/davidson/2021/11/30/nashville-fairgrounds-mayor-john-cooper-outlines-details-nascar-deal/8795996002/Mayor John Cooper to announce deal to bring NASCAR back to Nashville Fairgrounds Speedwayhttps://www.tennessean.com/story/sports/nascar/2021/11/29/nashville-mayor-announce-deal-bring-nascar-back-fairgrounds/8767259002/Nashville Daily Artist of the Day Playlisthttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/51eNcUWPg7qtj8KECrbuwx?si=nEfxeOgmTv6rFUyhVUJY9AFollow us @ XPLR NASHWebsite -  https://nashvilledailypodcast.com/YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/c/xplrnashInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/xplr.nash/Twitter - https://twitter.com/xplr_nashNASHVILLE & XPLR MERCH - https://www.xplrnash.com/shopMedia and other inquiries please email hello@xplr.lifeArtists can submit songs to be featured here https://forms.gle/mtkxUCFds7g9e2466

Welcome back to the Colloquium Podcast! In this episode, I welcome Alex Jahangir! Dr. Alex Jahangir is a professor of orthopedic surgery and medicine. He's an orthopedic trauma surgeon and director of the division of orthopedic trauma at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Additionally, he is the Executive Medical Director of the Vanderbilt Trauma, Burn, and Emergency Surgery Patient Care Center. He is the current chair of the Metropolitan Board of Health of Nashville and was named chair of the Metropolitan Nashville Coronavirus Taskforce in March of 2020 by Mayor John Cooper.  In this episode, we take a closer look at Dr. Alex's experience of responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. He shares how the first 30 days of responding to the virus looked like. He also talks about the response from the state and the federal government and what he thinks he and his team could have done better. Dr. Alex also shares his thoughts on vaccination rollouts and anti-vaxxers. Join us and listen in! [00:01 – 08:14] Opening Segment Welcoming Alex to the show Alex shares his background Being an orthopedic trauma surgeon He talks about his position in the National Board of Health Helping the community in Nashville during the pandemic [08:15 – 18:59] What the first 30 days of Responding to the Pandemic Looked Like How his training as a trauma surgeon helped in dealing with a crisis Building a communications team Alex on what they could have done better His thoughts on the response of the state and the federal government [19:00 – 32:45] On Vaccine Rollouts What the health department did right Purchasing a lot of cold storage early Partnering with the state and pivotal organizations How Nashville is doing on vaccinations Alex on the state distributing vaccines on a county level Alex's thoughts on the vaccines being politicized His thoughts on anti-vaxxers [32:46 – 36:36] Closing Segment Alex on dealing with fatigue Is this something we just live with forever? How you can get more educated about the virus and vaccines Closing words Tweetable Quotes “It is fascinating to see what happens when you put out a lot of money and every resource and take out red tape, how the world can do great things. Vaccines have come out, [that's] what happens when a bunch of people roll in the same direction and you take away bureaucracy.” -  Alex Jahangir “People listen to leaders. Whether that leader is is a president, or a governor, a pastor, leadership matters. I don't know why people feel that division is so fun and so important. I think there are a few people that really do it, and they know how to manipulate the system. If you asked me what lesson I've learned over the past 18 months, [it's that] we need to re-engage in civility.” - Alex Jahangir Resources Mentioned: https://www.vaccines.gov/ (https://www.vaccines.gov/) https://getvaccineanswers.org/ (https://getvaccineanswers.org/) https://covidactnow.org/ (https://covidactnow.org/) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Connect with Alex on https://www.instagram.com/alexjahangir1/ (Instagram) and https://twitter.com/alexjahangir?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor (Twitter)! Connect with me: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-c-adams/ (LinkedIn) LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, AND LEAVE US  A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or whatever platform you listen on. Thank you for tuning in and Stay Tuned for the Next Episode COMING SOON!

Soccer begins to ramp up at Nissan Stadium, and they’ve made sure you don’t make any physical contact with anyone while you’re there, kind of like the sport of soccer. Do you feel like getting a Covid vaccine shot, but forgot to make an appointment? Now you don’t have to. Plus, is it possible that property tax will soon be at a forty-year low?Become a subscriber! Visit us at https://www.patreon.com/nashvilledailyTake a Tour With Us! Use code NASH for 20% off our opening weekend, April 22-24, 2021TEXT US: 615-392-1358Today's Sponsor: Screened ThreadsUse the Code "NashvilleDaily" for 10% off online and in-storehttps://screenedthreads.com/Nash NewsNashville COVID-19 Responsehttps://www.asafenashville.org/Nissan Stadium shifts to cashless payments for tickets, merchandise, concessionshttps://www.newschannel5.com/news/nissan-stadium-shifts-to-cashless-payments-for-tickets-merchandise-concessionsMetro to begin offering Pfizer vaccine to walk-ins at Music City Centerhttps://www.newschannel5.com/news/metro-to-begin-offering-pfizer-vaccine-to-walk-ins-at-music-city-centerNashville Property Tax UpdateMayor John Cooper announces property tax rate cut for Nashville as overall property values risehttps://www.newschannel5.com/news/mayor-john-cooper-announces-property-tax-cut-for-nashville-34-increase-will-be-reversedReappraisal will push property tax rate down, Mayor John Cooper touts 'record low' levelhttps://www.tennessean.com/story/news/politics/2021/04/16/reappraisal-push-nashvilles-property-tax-rate-down/7250993002/Local Artist Feature - Half Watt AströnautBlue Collarhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/65Wco3ASYi8Z2yVX6M6FiR?si=GbLzse2gRnCt8BZqNmVFRghttps://m.facebook.com/halfwattastronaut/Nashville Daily Artist of the Day Playlisthttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/51eNcUWPg7qtj8KECrbuwx?si=nEfxeOgmTv6rFUyhVUJY9AFollow us @ XPLR NASHWebsite -  https://nashvilledailypodcast.com/YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/c/xplrnashInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/xplr.nash/Twiter - https://twitter.com/xplr_nashNASHVILLE & XPLR MERCH - http://bit.ly/nashville_merchMedia and other inquiries please email hello@xplr.lifeArtists can submit songs to be featured here https://forms.gle/mtkxUCFds7g9e2466

The final plans for the iconic music venue Exit/In have been announced. Mayor John Cooper is looking for ways to fix Nashville’s antiquated parking system. Plus, something smelly is keeping us from having a Department of Transportation for our city.Become a subscriber! Visit us at https://www.patreon.com/nashvilledailyTake a Tour With Us! Use code NASH for 20% off our opening weekend, April 22-24, 2021TEXT US: 615-392-1358Today's Sponsor: Screened ThreadsUse the Code "NashvilleDaily" for 10% off online and in-storehttps://screenedthreads.com/Nash NewsNashville COVID-19 Responsehttps://www.asafenashville.org/AJ Capital Partners announces plan to preserve iconic Exit/In venue - Nashville Business Journalhttps://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2021/04/09/aj-capital-partners-exitin-venue-preserved-music.htmlTransportation UpdatesMetro looking to upgrade parking system to smart metershttps://www.newschannel5.com/news/metro-looking-to-upgrade-parking-system-to-smart-metersNashville's Mayor wants to create a Department of Transportation by reorganizing city departmentshttps://www.newschannel5.com/news/nashvilles-mayor-wants-to-create-a-department-of-transportation-by-reorganizing-city-departmentsLocal Artist Feature - Savanna LeighNo Wordshttps://open.spotify.com/track/04CIEM75H6rRFZInKHJ8sa?si=PXrMXU8vSEqPZEHzuRdk8Ahttps://www.savannaleigh.com/Nashville Daily Artist of the Day Playlisthttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/51eNcUWPg7qtj8KECrbuwx?si=nEfxeOgmTv6rFUyhVUJY9AFollow us @ XPLR NASHWebsite -  https://nashvilledailypodcast.com/YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/c/xplrnashInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/xplr.nash/Twiter - https://twitter.com/xplr_nashNASHVILLE & XPLR MERCH - http://bit.ly/nashville_merchMedia and other inquiries please email hello@xplr.lifeArtists can submit songs to be featured here https://forms.gle/mtkxUCFds7g9e2466

2 issues with Mayor John Cooper's decision to shut down attendance to start the Titans' season