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Tennessee's roads take their shape thanks to buffalo migrations, privately-developed turnpikes and a desire to link rural communities to interstates. Plus the local news for June 18, 2026 and a new kind of dividing line in North Nashville. Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public RadioHost/producer: Nina CardonaEditor: LaTonya TurnerAdditional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Megan Jones and the staff of WPLN and WNXP
Host Jeremy C. Park interviews Coach Juan Adams, Program Director of Nashville Youth Basketball Association (NYBA) and president of Forever Don Foundation, who highlights Middle Tennessee's largest year-round basketball program designed to build a better foundation for life and enhance the future for area youth. Coach Juan shares how he got involved with NYBA 15 years ago after bringing his son to a basketball drill, and how the organization has grown to now serve 1,500-2,000 kids annually through various programs including summer camps, clinics, an academy, tournaments, travel teams, and skills development, along with mentoring, educational support, leadership development, and community engagement initiatives. Coach Juan discusses the tragic loss of his son to gun violence in 2018, which led him to establish the Forever Don Foundation to focus on life skills and education beyond basketball. The foundation focuses on providing programming for at-risk youth and those with behavioral or home issues, but also emphasizes education for kids without such problems to help them interact with those from challenging environments. The foundation was created in response to learning that former basketball program participants had set up his son for the robbery, highlighting the need for continued support beyond basketball programming. Coach Juan discusses how his faith and a promise serve as the motivation to continue pouring into young people despite experiencing the loss of his son and personal challenges, including being a victim of gun violence himself. He explains that his commitment to supporting young people stems from a promise he made to God and his son after recovering from a shooting in 2003, and he continues this mission by uplifting and empowering young men to believe in their potential. Coach Juan defines success beyond basketball as seeing former players achieving life milestones like college acceptance and marriages when encountering them in public. He explains that their NYBA program focuses on developing character and skills that extend beyond sports, including teaching former players to referee games and manage tournament operations as part of their "give-back program." The coach emphasizes keeping former players engaged with the NYBA even after they stop playing basketball, offering them opportunities to work at the Academy and earn community service hours. The organization currently operates out of McGavock High School and their own NYBA Academy facility in North Nashville, with recent success including their 7th and 8th grade teams qualifying for the prestigious Peach Jam tournament on the Nike circuit. Coach Juan explains that their biggest need is staffing and compensation for volunteers, as they have maxed out their current volunteer network and want to transition to paid staff positions to sustain the programming long-term. The organization has been operating as a 501c3 for 15 years without receiving any government grants and currently relies on a volunteer model where parents with participating children provide services in exchange for their children's program access. Coach explains that this volunteer approach creates a challenge as children age out of the program, leading to a need for paid staffing to sustain operations. To learn more and get involved with Nashville Youth Basketball Association visit https://nashvilleyouthbasketball.org.
Six years ago this month, an EF-3 tornado cut a 60-mile path across Nashville, Tennessee and surrounding counties. Among the hardest-hit areas was North Nashville. Like north St. Louis, it is the historic heart of the city's Black community. St. Louis Public Radio's Rachel Lippmann recently traveled to Tennessee to find out the lessons St. Louis leaders can learn from Nashville's recovery.
What does it really take to build a business that lasts with the people you grew up with? In this powerful episode of Let's Thrive Together, Brittany N. Cole sits down with the founders of Slim & Husky's Pizza Beeria to unpack the real story behind one of the most celebrated Black-owned restaurant brands in the country. From childhood friends in North Nashville to building a multi-city restaurant empire, Clint Gray, Derrick Moore, and Emanuel Reed share how brotherhood, resilience, and intentional leadership shaped their entrepreneurial journey. The conversation goes far beyond pizza. They explore what it means to build a company rooted in community, culture, and ownership while navigating the pressures of rapid growth. They also discuss the importance of alignment among co-founders, the discipline required to scale a business, and why staying grounded in your values is the only way to sustain long-term success. You will also hear how Slim & Husky's team turned obstacles into opportunities, how they make high-stakes decisions as partners, and why building something meaningful for the next generation is at the center of everything they do. This episode is a must-listen for founders, entrepreneurs, and leaders who want to understand what it really takes to grow a business with integrity, partnership, and purpose. KEY POINTS: - The origin story of Slim & Husky's from childhood friendship into a business partnership - Why alignment among co-founders is critical for long-term business success - The discipline required to scale a brand while protecting its culture - How Slim & Husky's built a community-driven brand that resonates nationally - The importance of values-based leadership in entrepreneurship - How the founders make difficult decisions together as partners - Why entrepreneurship requires both resilience and patience - The role of community investment in building sustainable businesses - Lessons learned from scaling a fast-growing restaurant brand - How founders balance ambition with long-term vision QUOTES: “You can build a business, but if the foundation isn't right, it will not last.” “The dream was never just about pizza. It was about ownership.” “When you build with people you trust, you move differently.” “We wanted to create something that our community could be proud of.” “Growth means nothing if you lose the culture that built you.” “Entrepreneurship will test your patience and your character.” Slim and Husky's Pizza Beeria Website: slimandhuskys.com Instagram: @slimandhuskys RESOURCES Take the Leadership Brand Score Assessment How strong is your leadership brand? Take this free 3-minute assessment and get an instant score on your impact, your visibility, and the gap between the two. That gap is where your influence and your income are hiding. → scoremyleadershipbrand.com Join Leadership Brand Class Every Tuesday, Brittany teaches a free live class on leadership branding, helping you close the gap between the impact you're making and how visible that impact actually is. Whether you're an executive, entrepreneur, or emerging leader, this class will change how you think about your leadership. → leadershipbrandclass.com Love what you're hearing? Follow Brittany N. Cole & The Career Thrivers Podcast to share the love! Work with Brittany at Career Thrivers IG | @CareerThrivers Brittany N. Cole IG | @BrittanyNCole LinkedIn | @BrittanyNCole Let's Thrive Together is produced by EPYC Media Network
While you wait on more episodes of Truth Be Told: Virginia, we're sharing a special feed drop from We Are North Nashville--a series that preserves the history of a community disrupted when interstate highways were built directly through it. This is the first episode, and we think you'll love it. The Rev. Dr. Margreat Smithson has dedicated her life to helping others. That instinct comes from the way she was raised by her village. In the North Nashville of her childhood, there were "neighborhood moms" like hers, who looked out for others. Rev. Smithson is one of the nine elders you'll meet in this podcast who remember this North Nashville — the one that existed before change came, in many forms, and disrupted the community.Listen to the entire series wherever you get your podcasts. And follow the show on Instagram at @wearenorthnashville.Hosted by M. Simone Boyd and Andrea TudhopeProduced, mixed and edited by Andrea TudhopeOriginal music by S-WrapAdditional production by Steve Haruch
This week for What Where When-sday, we feature the Buchanan Arts Center. Located in the heart of North Nashville, the non-profit organization's mission is to use art to build community through paid pottery classes, public workshops, youth programs, and a community garden.
GIVEAWAY - send us a message and let us know your favorite thing about the Square Pizza Pod. We are giving away SchermCo swag to the first three people that send us a note!In this episode of the Square Pizza Pod, Greg welcomes Erica Mitchell, Chief Executive Officer of United Way of Greater Nashville, for a candid conversation about leading regional change at the intersection of poverty, philanthropy, and community power.From what was supposed to be a two-year stop at United Way to more than fifteen years of growing responsibility, Erica reflects on how the work has evolved as Nashville has exploded in size and complexity. She shares how her team is moving beyond traditional workplace giving to focus on workforce pathways, neighborhood-based partnerships, and efforts like the Fifth Third Neighborhood Initiative in North Nashville that are designed with, not just for, community members.In this episode, you will hear:How a short-term role at United Way became a long-term calling to serve the regionWhat it really takes to prevent and alleviate poverty in a fast-growing cityLessons from navigating multiple nonprofit mergers—and what leaders often underestimateHow the merger with Hands On Nashville is reshaping volunteer engagement and community responseWhy affordable child care sits at the center of economic mobility for familiesHow Erica approaches leading a one-hundred-person team and a forty-plus-member boardWhy she is cautiously optimistic about artificial intelligence and what questions leaders should be asking nowIf you care about community, equity, or building stronger cities through real partnership, this is an episode you will not want to miss.Support the show
Former Vice President Kamala Harris made an appearance at a TNDP rally in North Nashville on Tuesday — what does that mean for the TN-07 Congressional race? And as local ICE activity starts to tick up again, how is the fear of detention and deportation impacting our immigrant community? Nashville Banner staff reporter Steven Hale joins host Marie Cecile Anderson and executive producer Whitney Pastorek to break down those stories. Plus, more on OHS, TPAC, Nateland, the Hawk Tuah girl, and did you know you can now look up Choose How You Move improvements by district? Early voting in the TN-07 Congressional race is open now! Here are the times and locations. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 21st episode: United Way of Greater Nashville Simply Eloped Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor. You'll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville 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.
WE HIGHLIGHT NEW ORGANIZATIONS EVERY MONTH ON THE FIRST AND THIRD MONDAYSSupport Doing Good: Donate HereIn this episode, Corisa "Pine" Lewis joins Megan McInnis to discuss the power of persistent community service and the innovative work of The 37208 Fund. We explore Pine's remarkable volunteer journey across multiple Nashville organizations, learn about participatory grantmaking and how it's transforming North Nashville, and discover how food and hospitality create lasting connections.What You'll Learn:✅ How participatory grantmaking empowers communities to fund their own solutions✅ The impact of consistent volunteer service across multiple organizations✅ Creative ways to serve your community through your unique skills and passionsResources & Mentions:The 37208 FundCorner to Corner NashvilleMen of ValorPineapples Food Service and EventsConnect with Us:Website: Doing GoodSocial Media: All LinksBlog: Featured VolunteersSupport the show: Donate HereCredits:Produced by Azilee MaetkeMusic by HartzmannEdited by Jay Wilson, Azilee Maetke
Cultivating H.E.R. Space: Uplifting Conversations for the Black Woman
Hey lady! In these trying times connecting with community is more important than ever. Community is not just your close friends or even your family. Community is the place where you live, work, and play. It contains history, wisdom and can thrive when tended to well. That's why Dr. Dom and Terri are thrilled to welcome M. Simone Boyd and Andrea Tudhope, hosts of the podcast We Are North Nashville, as they discuss the power of collecting the stories of the elders in the community to create a beautiful tapestry of legacy, love, and pride.Inspired by a series of tragic events that occurred during the pandemic, Simone set out to capture the stories of the elders in her life before it was too late. But, as she soon found out the work was worthy but the emotional labor would take a toll if she didn't recruit help for her noble mission. Together, with her co-hosts, Andrea and Steve Haruch, the three embarked on a journey of bridge building, record setting, and community preservation that has led to a fulfilling audio project the residents of North Nashville can feel proud of. If you're in a space where you know you need to build community and you want to contribute to the community you live in but don't know where to get started tune in to today's episode. Andrea and Simone offer their perspective on how approaching people and conversations from a heart-centered place can get all of us back to a place where we peacefully coexist and thrive together. Lady, we want to hear from you! Holla at us in Instagram and let us know how you're building community or working to preserve the stories of the community you're in. Quote of the Day:"It needs to be pointed out...the things that were done to North Nashville to sacrifice that part of Nashville in the name of progress."– Thomas Wilson Goal Mapping Starter Guide Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary Where to find We Are North Nashville:Website: wearenorthnashville.orgPodcast: We Are North NashvilleInstagram: @wearenorthnashvilleFacebook: We Are North Nashville Resources:Dr. Dom's Therapy PracticeBranding with TerriMelanin and Mental HealthTherapy for Black Girls Psychology TodayTherapy for QPOC Where to find us:Twitter: @HERspacepodcastInstagram: @herspacepodcastFacebook: @herspacepodcastWebsite: cultivatingherspace.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/cultivating-h-e-r-space-uplifting-conversations-for-the-black-woman--5470036/support.
North Nashville has struggled with food insecurity for years, and the recent closure of their Kroger for renovations is making the situation worse. Nashville Banner reporter Sarah Grace Taylor joins host Marie Cecile Anderson to discuss her recent reporting on the food desert in 37208, alongside North Nash resident Carlos Partee. Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor. You'll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville 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.
Culture, Society, History - We Are North Nashville
Culture, Society, History - We Are North Nashville
In our 18th episode — the sixth and final episode of our third season — co-hosts Jerome Moore and D. Patrick Rodgers are joined by Lorenzo Washington and Karen Coffee of the Jefferson Street Sound Museum to talk about the enduring legacy of their historic North Nashville neighborhood. The museum, which was founded in 2011, will celebrate its Third Annual Lorenzo Washington Gala on Thursday, April 3. Read more about Washington and Coffee's work in our recent feature by contributor Ron Wynn, and visit the Jefferson Street Sound Museum website for gala tickets and more information.Follow Jerome Moore on Instagram (@jeromelmoore), follow the Jefferson Street Sound Museum on Instagram (@jeffersonstreetsound) and follow D. Patrick Rodgers on whatever platform you prefer (@dpatrickrodgers). Give it a listen, and subscribe to hear more! This episode is sponsored by the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee.
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 call it home — while increasing the visibility and potential uses of the area. Meanwhile, the Jubilee Bridge Area Revitalization Project aims to enhance, memorialize, and activate the gateway connecting the westside to two Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) – Fisk University and Meharry Medical College — as well as Historic Jefferson Street.This episode was produced by Khalil Ekulona and Mary Mancini.
In our 12th episode — and the final episode of our second season — co-hosts Jerome Moore and D. Patrick Rodgers are joined by M. Simone Boyd and the Rev. Dr. Margreat Smithson to discuss the new podcast We Are North Nashville. Boyd is a local storyteller, artist, activist and occasional Scene contributor, and Rev. Smithson serves the congregation at Watson Grove Baptist Church. With We Are North Nashville — the subject of the Scene's Sept. 12 cover story — Boyd and her fellow producers Andrea Tudhope and Steve Haruch tell the stories of the elders of North Nashville, a historically Black community that has long been an essential part of our city's cultural fabric. Like and subscribe to We Are North Nashville wherever you get your podcasts.Follow Jerome Moore on Instagram (@jeromelmoore) and follow D. Patrick Rodgers on whatever platform you prefer (@dpatrickrodgers). Give the episode a listen, and subscribe to hear more!
Nashville Scene columnist and City Cast Nashville Metro Council contributor Nicole Williams is back for today's Friday News Roundup! She joins host Grace Fuisz and producer Marie Cecile Anderson to talk about the East Bank Development Authority, the recent protests happening around town — from striking AT&T workers to people with disabilities demanding better transit access — and the criminal mastermind who got arrested this week thanks to surveillance footage of him vandalizing the rainbow crosswalk outside Lipstick Lounge while driving his work van. Plus: don't miss the return one of our favorite new segments: Real or Fake Tennessee Headlines! [crowd goes wild] And stick around after the roundup for our Don't Go Gently tip for the weekend, presented by our exclusive launch sponsor, Tecovas. This weekend, we're recommending that you lend a helping hand at the 12th annual Community Beautification Day in North Nashville. You can sign up here, or check out our article on other volunteering opportunities if you can't make it. Don't go gently, go in Tecovas! Best of Nashville voting is now open, and we'd love your consideration as Best Podcast. Vote here! Need to register to vote for the November election? Visit govotetn.com. 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.
The first marker, "Heaton's Station," was placed in 1968 at a bend in the Cumberland River in North Nashville and commemorates one of the city's first structures, a fortified house built for protection in 1780. Now there are almost 300 markers across the city, with at least one in every council district. Today, we'll talk about the importance of the marker program and how to get one made and planted. We'll also find out all about the marker for Warehouse 28, a gay disco that also made possible the founding of Nashville CARES, and the double-sided marker that commemorates Riverside Sanitarium and honors Dr. Dorothy Brown, the first female African American surgeon in the South.Guests: Jessica Reeves | Preservationist, Metro Historical Commission; Administrator, Historical Marker Program John Bridges | Author; Board member, Metro Historical Commission Bennie Thompson | Founder and Chairman, Riverside Historical Society Michael Hubbard | Member, Riverside Historical Society; Executive Director, Charles and Etta Dudley Foundation Further Reading and Listening: WPLN News | On A Downtown Corner, A New Marker Acknowledges Nashville's Slave-Trading Past NPR Investigations | Off The Mark: The fractured landscape of U.S. historical markers Read about all the people, places and things Nashville's historical markers commemorate at the program website.
“I knew that if I had a Plan B, I would be 50/50. I would be one foot in and one foot out, and I had to be fully dedicated.” - Derrick ‘Moe' Moore When the Climbing the Charts podcast first launched in 2022, the co-hosts created a list of dream guests – Moe Moore was at the top of that list, being a co-founder of Slim & Husky's. Almost two years and many amazing guests later, this is that episode, and it was fitting that the Tennessean was even on hand to take some photos! Moe is the co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) of Slim & Husky's, a pizza concept that is more than pizza – it's pizza, art, and music. Moe shares how music and art are built into the DNA of Slim & Husky's, and shares his hard-earned life lessons about what it takes to make it as a successful entrepreneur (including the often unappreciated advantages of having no Plan B). He discusses the future plans and dreams for Slim & Husky's, and even gives an overview of the rich culture and community of North Nashville.
In 2010, Stacy Downey founded The Little Pantry That Could in North Nashville, which provided free food and support to any one in need –no questions asked. In 2022, the loss of a lease and sky-high real estate prices forced The Little Pantry to permanently close. Stacy, who has also worked at One Generation Away, joins us today to share her story and talk about her continued dedication to making sure everyone has the food and welcome they need. Join us. This episode was produced by Katherine Ceicys. Further listening and reading: If you would like some background on food pantries, listen to our previous episode, The cost of food is on the rise. Here's how it's impacting Middle Tennessee. When the Little Pantry that Could closed after twelve years of operation, several Nashvilles news outlets covered the story including News Channel 5 with The Little Pantry That Could set to close after 12 years and WPLN with In its final days, The Little Pantry That Could continued to offer more than just groceries. If you want to know more about where Stacy continued her good work, visit One Generation Away.
A look at plans for a North Nashville campus to serve the music industry's behind-the-scenes needs. Plus the local news for May 3, 2024, an update to our sales tax primer and Buddhist monks in Murfreesboro perform a ritual rarely experienced in the United States. Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public Radio Host/producer: Nina Cardona Editor: Miriam Kramer Additional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Rachel Iacovone, LaTonya Turner and the staff of WPLN and WNXP
Often lacking in funding and support, Black non-profit leaders are driving the work to liberate Black communities and bring in an age of equity and reconciliation. This week, we welcome Travis Claybrooks, founder and CEO of the Raphah Institute. Raphah Institute envisions a cradle-to-homeownership pipeline that has replaced the cradle-to-prison pipeline. Through partnerships and programming, Raphah helps marginalized community members access the housing, healthcare, social support, education, and economic resources they need to heal and thrive. Travis completed his Master of Divinity at Liberty University and is a doctoral candidate in Strategic Leadership there. He has worked as a police officer in Nashville, TN, served in the US Army, and ministered as a Seventh-day Adventist pastor. Travis is an active community volunteer. He holds membership on the First Horizon Bank Community Advisory Board, the Partners in Care Stakeholder Committee, the Nashville Group Violence Intervention Advisory Board, the Nashville Youth Campus for Empowerment Steering Committee, Adverse Childhood Experiences Nashville Leadership Committee, the Nashville Child and Youth Collaborative, and the Nashville Health Equity Coalition. He is a restorative justice practitioner and trainer. Travis previously served as a Restorative Justice Working Group member at the United States Department of Justice. He is launching an expansion of Raphah Institute's Restorative Justice Diversion Initiative in partnership with the Memphis/Shelby County DA, Juvenile Court, Public Defender, and community organizations. Raphah is also piloting a community investment project in early childhood education in HUD housing communities in Nashville. Travis enjoys playing video games and weekend outings with his family. He is a North Nashville native residing in White House, TN.
Often lacking in funding and support, Black non-profit leaders are driving the work to liberate Black communities and bring in an age of equity and reconciliation. This week, we welcome Travis Claybrooks, founder and CEO of the Raphah Institute. Raphah Institute envisions a cradle-to-homeownership pipeline that has replaced the cradle-to-prison pipeline. Through partnerships and programming, Raphah helps marginalized community members access the housing, healthcare, social support, education, and economic resources they need to heal and thrive. Travis completed his Master of Divinity at Liberty University and is a doctoral candidate in Strategic Leadership there. He has worked as a police officer in Nashville, TN, served in the US Army, and ministered as a Seventh-day Adventist pastor. Travis is an active community volunteer. He holds membership on the First Horizon Bank Community Advisory Board, the Partners in Care Stakeholder Committee, the Nashville Group Violence Intervention Advisory Board, the Nashville Youth Campus for Empowerment Steering Committee, Adverse Childhood Experiences Nashville Leadership Committee, the Nashville Child and Youth Collaborative, and the Nashville Health Equity Coalition. He is a restorative justice practitioner and trainer. Travis previously served as a Restorative Justice Working Group member at the United States Department of Justice. He is launching an expansion of Raphah Institute's Restorative Justice Diversion Initiative in partnership with the Memphis/Shelby County DA, Juvenile Court, Public Defender, and community organizations. Raphah is also piloting a community investment project in early childhood education in HUD housing communities in Nashville. Travis enjoys playing video games and weekend outings with his family. He is a North Nashville native residing in White House, TN.
As we close out Black History Month, we must reflect on the vital role of Black non-profit leaders. Often lacking in funding and support, Black non-profit leaders are driving the work to liberate Black communities and bring in an age of equity and reconciliation. This week, we welcome Travis Claybrooks, founder and CEO of the Raphah Institute. Raphah Institute envisions a cradle-to-homeownership pipeline that has replaced the cradle-to-prison pipeline. Through partnerships and programming, Raphah helps marginalized community members access the housing, healthcare, social support, education, and economic resources they need to heal and thrive. Travis completed his Master of Divinity at Liberty University and is a doctoral candidate in Strategic Leadership there. He has worked as a police officer in Nashville, TN, served in the US Army, and ministered as a Seventh-day Adventist pastor. Travis is an active community volunteer. He holds membership on the First Horizon Bank Community Advisory Board, the Partners in Care Stakeholder Committee, the Nashville Group Violence Intervention Advisory Board, the Nashville Youth Campus for Empowerment Steering Committee, Adverse Childhood Experiences Nashville Leadership Committee, the Nashville Child and Youth Collaborative, and the Nashville Health Equity Coalition. He is a restorative justice practitioner and trainer. Travis previously served as a Restorative Justice Working Group member at the United States Department of Justice. He is launching an expansion of Raphah Institute's Restorative Justice Diversion Initiative in partnership with the Memphis/Shelby County DA, Juvenile Court, Public Defender, and community organizations. Raphah is also piloting a community investment project in early childhood education in HUD housing communities in Nashville. Travis enjoys playing video games and weekend outings with his family. He is a North Nashville native residing in White House, TN.
As we close out Black History Month, we must reflect on the vital role of Black non-profit leaders. Often lacking in funding and support, Black non-profit leaders are driving the work to liberate Black communities and bring in an age of equity and reconciliation. This week, we welcome Travis Claybrooks, founder and CEO of the Raphah Institute. Raphah Institute envisions a cradle-to-homeownership pipeline that has replaced the cradle-to-prison pipeline. Through partnerships and programming, Raphah helps marginalized community members access the housing, healthcare, social support, education, and economic resources they need to heal and thrive. Travis completed his Master of Divinity at Liberty University and is a doctoral candidate in Strategic Leadership there. He has worked as a police officer in Nashville, TN, served in the US Army, and ministered as a Seventh-day Adventist pastor. Travis is an active community volunteer. He holds membership on the First Horizon Bank Community Advisory Board, the Partners in Care Stakeholder Committee, the Nashville Group Violence Intervention Advisory Board, the Nashville Youth Campus for Empowerment Steering Committee, Adverse Childhood Experiences Nashville Leadership Committee, the Nashville Child and Youth Collaborative, and the Nashville Health Equity Coalition. He is a restorative justice practitioner and trainer. Travis previously served as a Restorative Justice Working Group member at the United States Department of Justice. He is launching an expansion of Raphah Institute's Restorative Justice Diversion Initiative in partnership with the Memphis/Shelby County DA, Juvenile Court, Public Defender, and community organizations. Raphah is also piloting a community investment project in early childhood education in HUD housing communities in Nashville. Travis enjoys playing video games and weekend outings with his family. He is a North Nashville native residing in White House, TN.
As we close out Black History Month, we must reflect on the vital role of Black non-profit leaders. Often lacking in funding and support, Black non-profit leaders are driving the work to liberate Black communities and bring in an age of equity and reconciliation. This week, we welcome Travis Claybrooks, founder and CEO of the Raphah Institute. Raphah Institute envisions a cradle-to-homeownership pipeline that has replaced the cradle-to-prison pipeline. Through partnerships and programming, Raphah helps marginalized community members access the housing, healthcare, social support, education, and economic resources they need to heal and thrive. Travis completed his Master of Divinity at Liberty University and is a doctoral candidate in Strategic Leadership there. He has worked as a police officer in Nashville, TN, served in the US Army, and ministered as a Seventh-day Adventist pastor. Travis is an active community volunteer. He holds membership on the First Horizon Bank Community Advisory Board, the Partners in Care Stakeholder Committee, the Nashville Group Violence Intervention Advisory Board, the Nashville Youth Campus for Empowerment Steering Committee, Adverse Childhood Experiences Nashville Leadership Committee, the Nashville Child and Youth Collaborative, and the Nashville Health Equity Coalition. He is a restorative justice practitioner and trainer. Travis previously served as a Restorative Justice Working Group member at the United States Department of Justice. He is launching an expansion of Raphah Institute's Restorative Justice Diversion Initiative in partnership with the Memphis/Shelby County DA, Juvenile Court, Public Defender, and community organizations. Raphah is also piloting a community investment project in early childhood education in HUD housing communities in Nashville. Travis enjoys playing video games and weekend outings with his family. He is a North Nashville native residing in White House, TN.
As we close out Black History Month, we must reflect on the vital role of Black non-profit leaders. Often lacking in funding and support, Black non-profit leaders are driving the work to liberate Black communities and bring in an age of equity and reconciliation. This week, we welcome Travis Claybrooks, founder and CEO of the Raphah Institute. Raphah Institute envisions a cradle-to-homeownership pipeline that has replaced the cradle-to-prison pipeline. Through partnerships and programming, Raphah helps marginalized community members access the housing, healthcare, social support, education, and economic resources they need to heal and thrive. Travis completed his Master of Divinity at Liberty University and is a doctoral candidate in Strategic Leadership there. He has worked as a police officer in Nashville, TN, served in the US Army, and ministered as a Seventh-day Adventist pastor. Travis is an active community volunteer. He holds membership on the First Horizon Bank Community Advisory Board, the Partners in Care Stakeholder Committee, the Nashville Group Violence Intervention Advisory Board, the Nashville Youth Campus for Empowerment Steering Committee, Adverse Childhood Experiences Nashville Leadership Committee, the Nashville Child and Youth Collaborative, and the Nashville Health Equity Coalition. He is a restorative justice practitioner and trainer. Travis previously served as a Restorative Justice Working Group member at the United States Department of Justice. He is launching an expansion of Raphah Institute's Restorative Justice Diversion Initiative in partnership with the Memphis/Shelby County DA, Juvenile Court, Public Defender, and community organizations. Raphah is also piloting a community investment project in early childhood education in HUD housing communities in Nashville. Travis enjoys playing video games and weekend outings with his family. He is a North Nashville native residing in White House, TN.
This week for What Where Wednesday, we discuss Music In My Neighborhood with Kimberly Kraft McLemore, VP of Education and Community Engagement for the Nashville Symphony. It's a weeklong musical takeover of the North Nashville and Bordeaux neighborhoods — in a partnership with the symphony and local organizations to highlight the history, culture and residents.
Many of us are travel looking for food experiences and we often want to eat something that is authentically of that place. So we seek out the local delicacy which hopefully reflects the local landscape, history and people. However many of the foods we think of as quintessential ‘destination' foods are elevated in the 20th century with the rise of easier travel and more and more tourism. On the other hand, it's easier than ever to access to ‘global' food in the towns and cities we live in. Sheila Dillon explores what travelling to eat looking for authentic experiences means in an increasingly globalised world.We start the programme hearing the story of Nashville Hot Chicken from journalist Zach Stafford. In recent history, Hot Chicken went from an obscure speciality of a specific community in North Nashville, Tennessee to one if it's most iconic symbols. Zach tells the story of how Hot Chicken became part of the ‘Disnification' of Nashville as it has become a popular tourist destination. But like so much of American culture the story is racialised with new white owned businesses making money from a food created by a black community.Sheila then travels to Brussels to become a food tourist herself. Guided by Elisabeth Debourse, Editor-in-Chief at Le Fooding she explores whether the search for the elusive ‘authentic' local food is helpful in trying to get a good meal. She visits Rue des Bouchers and restaurant Les Brigittines.Someone who's thought a lot about food and place is food writer Anya von Bremzen. It's something she explores in her latest book is National Dish. She talks about how many iconic foods linked to place are much more modern than we might think.The Food Programme is based in Bristol and although the city has a distinct culture, it doesn't have an iconic ‘destination food.' Sheila talks to is an actor, born and bred Bristolian and the new presenter of ‘A Proper Bristol Breakfast,' the Radio Bristol morning show about Bristol's eclectic food identity.Produced by Sam Grist for BBC Audio in Bristol
Out North is the meca of Black Nashville but do you know how it gained that title? No worries. This episode will break down a few reasons why one part of Nashville, TN will historically be a place for Black excellence and triumph.
NEW MONTH. NEW THEME. We're pumped for September's theme as we dive into some films that truly embody the nature of “the asshole”. ASSHOLES ON FILM is what we're slipping into and we're starting off with a movie chock full of assholes. Brimming with asshole cunts. We're discussing Martin McDonagh's worthy 2008 debut film “In Bruges” starring Colin Farrell and Brendan Gleeson. Two hitmen are ordered to go to Bruge, Belgium and they're not sure why. One is enjoying the town and the other hates it. It's violent as hell and quite funny. Check it out first of you're curious. We're starting off ASSHOLES ON FILM with a gauntlet. A gauntlet of…assholes. I don't know. They pay me to type out these episode descriptions for them. The only thing is, I'm not allowed to type them at home. I have to go to this warehouse in North Nashville. There's a desk with an old laptop on it and only one working overhead lamp. Sometimes you hear what sounds like someone just outside hitting the ground with a chain. I'm not great at it but it's easy money. It pays my tv and streaming bill. Subscribe to our Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuJf3lkRI-BLUTsLI_ehOsg Contact: MOVIEHUMPERS@gmail.com Our OG podcast “Documenteers”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/documenteers-the-documentary-podcast/id1321652249 Soundcloud feed: https://soundcloud.com/documenteers Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/moviehumpers
Will Nashville become a surfing destination for the South?New YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKjWKXfpjtNL0oL2R6MKSxwToday's Sponsors:XPLR Tourshttps://xplrtours.com/Use ND10 for 10% off the History of Nashville Walking TourBlessed Day Coffeehttps://www.blesseddaycoffee.com/Use Code "XPLR20" for 20% off at checkoutNash NewsReport: Tennessee city ranks among dirtiest in Americahttps://www.wsmv.com/2023/08/30/report-tennessee-ranks-among-dirtiest-cities-america/Two restaurants Slated For The Nations https://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2023/08/28/restaurant-roundup-two-restaurants-slated-for-the.html?cx_testId=40&cx_testVariant=cx_34&cx_artPos=1#cxrecs_sMr. J's Original slated for former Hermitage Cafe space, bringing West Coast burgers to Nashvillehttps://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2023/08/30/mr-js-original-slated-for-former-hermitage-cafe.htmlMorgan Wallen, TC Restaurant Group plan bar in downtown Nashvillehttps://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2023/08/28/sources-morgan-wallen-plans-lower-broadway-bar-wit.htmlStrategic Hospitality brings three dining concepts to Nashville International Airporthttps://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2023/08/30/strategic-hospitality-brings-three-dining-concepts.htmlNashville Development News Houston named host city for 2028 Republican National Conventionhttps://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2023/08/28/houston-2028-republican-national-convention.htmlTurnbridge Equities lands $78 million loan for 12South developments https://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2023/08/22/78-million-construction-loan-12-south-projects.htmlSoutheast Partners Nashville Yards Loanhttps://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2023/08/29/southest-value-partners-nashville-yards-loan.html?cx_testId=40&cx_testVariant=cx_34&cx_artPos=0#cxrecs_sSurfing-anchored mixed-use development could be in the works for Nashvillehttps://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2023/08/30/surf-park-surfing-development-aventuur-wavegarden.htmlUpdated: 5-Acre Riverfront Property Hits Market For $8.9 Million in North Nashville.https://citynownext.com/2023/08/30/updated-5-acre-riverfront-property-hits-market-for-8-9-million-in-north-nashville/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.life
How do communities change? Who can make change in their communities? North Nashville native Jerome Moore takes a broad approach to exploring both those questions. In his podcast Deep Dish Conversations, he talks to everyone, from elected officials of all political viewpoints to activists and artists, about what a better, fairer Nashville might look like. We talk with the North Nashville native about the goals of his show and how it came to be. We'll also hear about his time as a Peace Corps volunteer in Paraguay, his experience running NGOs in Costa Rica and China, and why he wants Nashvillians to “think globally, act locally.” He recently collected some of his Deep Dish Conversations in a book from Vanderbilt University Press. We kick off the show by checking in with WPLN's Nina Cardona and Rose Gilbert, who fill us in on what's happening at the polls this election day. Follow WPLN's coverage election coverage here. Guest: Jerome Moore, host of Deep Dish Conversations This episode was produced by Char Daston.
Climbing the Charts sat down with Fran Bush, a former Metro Nashville School Board Member and owner and director of Model Kids Learning Academy which, provides childcare services to some of Nashville's neediest families in growing communities. While some might say that running for Mayor is Fran's biggest challenge yet, it's hard to agree with that after she shares her life story, which is both fascinating and genuinely inspiring. While Fran shares her vision for Nashville and previews what a Mayor Bush administration might look like, including her top priorities as mayor, she also tells us about her youth growing up in North Nashville, what it was like entering the foster care system at age 12, and also what it was like to attend Metro Public Schools – and McGavock High School, in particular – during desegregation and the inception of “busing.” For anyone interested in education, foster parenting, foster care, or the outsized influence that teachers can and do have in the lives of their students, this is a must listen.
This episode first aired on July 19. Among cultures around the world, it's traditional to grow your own food. But with the rise of supermarkets and grocery stores, gardening in the United States has become more and more uncommon. But, what do you do when the food you like to eat isn't sold in grocery stores? Or when there are no supermarkets near you, and you can't afford to buy fresh produce? This isn't uncommon in Nashville. North Nashville, East Nashville, South Nashville and Edgehill all have neighborhoods with food deserts. Community members are taking matters into their own hands. If you look around, you'll find local farms, community gardens and organizations working to make gardening (and good food) more accessible to Nashville residents. Growing your own food isn't easy, and in this episode, we'll hear about why support is so important for local farmers and gardeners. We'll also hear about how gardening can be fulfilling in ways that extend beyond just feeding us. We're joined by a local poultry farmer, members of groups attempting to eradicate food deserts and promote gardening and the professor who founded Vanderbilt University's Latin American Ethnobotanical Garden. Guests: Cynthia Capers, poultry farmer and owner of the Heniscity Farm in Pegram, TN Lauren Bailey, co-founder of Growing Together and Director of Garden Outreach and Engagement for the Nashville Food Project Donald Frost, site manager for Trap Garden Professor Avery Dickins de Girón, anthropologist and founder of Vanderbilt University's Latin American Ethnobotanical Garden
Tucked in North Nashville on the campus of Tennessee State University sits one of the largest and most intact urban wetlands in Middle Tennessee. Referred to as the TSU wetland, this area drains a significant portion of North Nashville and filters harmful pollutants and sediments before the water enters the nearby Cumberland River. The wetland is a thriving ecosystem, providing a habitat for numerous aquatic frogs, turtles, and snakes, hunting grounds for bald eagles and blue herons, and a stopover for migrating neotropical birds. Nearby Tennessee State University students conduct research at the wetland and professors take their students outside for life-changing experiential education. Despite the many benefits of the TSU wetland for our community and environment, pressure to develop this remaining green space looms. Today on River Talks, we are joined by Tennessee State University faculty Dr. Tom Byl and Dr. Bill Sutton to share about the wetland and why it is crucial to ensure it remains intact. Dr. Bill Sutton is an Associate Professor of Wildlife Ecology at Tennessee State University in the Department of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. Dr. Sutton also runs the Wildlife Ecology Lab at TSU. Dr. Tom Byl is a Research Scientist with the United States Geological Survey (USGS) and has been stationed at Tennessee State University for 27 years. Through a special partnership between TSU and the USGS, Dr. Byl serves as a professor conducting research and teaching students at the University. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecompact/message
On April 19, 1960, a bomb exploded in the North Nashville home of attorney and former city councilmember Z. Alexander Looby. The blast was so powerful it shattered windows at the nearby Meharry Medical College, but Looby and his wife escaped unscathed. The bomber behind the assassination attempt was never identified. In this episode, we'll reflect on Looby's legacy and unravel the pivotal role he played in the Civil Rights Movement in Middle Tennessee, including as a lawyer after the 1946 Columbia race riot. But first, Metro Council voted in favor of a stadium for the Tennessee Titans for the second time on Tuesday night. We check in with WPLN producer Cynthia Abrams about the vote and what's next. Guests: Ludye N. Wallace, former Metro Councilmember Betsy Phillips, historian writing a book on the Looby bombing and Nashville Scene contributor Elliott Robinson, program specialist in the Special Collections Division of the Nashville Public Library, which oversees the Civil Rights Room Related reading: Nashville Scene: Who Bombed Z. Alexander Looby's North Nashville Home? WPLN: A shattered Civil Rights Era plaque picks up ‘a new life' in Fisk collection Tennessean: On April 19, 1960, the bombing of a civil rights attorney's home set off a protest like few had seen in Nashville Video footage of Looby's home after the bombing
With the drama and attention around the gigantic purple martin roost at the symphony over the last two years, more of our eyes are on the sky and on our migrating feathered friends. What is migration? Why is Nashville not only a stopping point for bachelor parties – but hundreds of thousands of feathered birds each year? And how can we be better hosts? In this episode, we hear from three guests who have their own experiences with migrating species. Then, we pivot to talk a bit about resident game birds and raptors — birds we live with year-round. But first, we get curious about a North Nashville bonsai tree. Guests: Damon Mitchell, former WPLN enterprise reporter Liz Cannon, North Nashville resident Laura Cook, bird research coordinator at Friends of Warner Parks Azia Tanks, Warner Parks intern Keith Paluso III, former park ranger and TikTok bird expert Roger Shields, wildlife biologist and Tennessee Wildlife turkey program coordinator Carolyn Pendarvis, operations manager at Walden's Puddle
Today's guest, Richard Patterson, is a husband and father of two children and also the owner and administrator of Preferred Care at Home of North Nashville, Sumner, and East Wilson Counties in Middle Tennessee. Richard's first opportunity to work with seniors was at the age of 14 when he worked through high school at an assisted living facility. Richard's love for that job began as serving and connecting with residents, giving him purpose and value during those sometimes uncertain teenage years. Host Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly and Richard take the time on this episode to express their heart-felt sentiments, their struggle and their likeness of compassion as they both give great service to the aging population and their caregivers. Richard's company, Preferred Care at Home, has many awards in the in-home care field. He and his team make it their utmost mission to provide excellence in care for families, and especially to those who require hands-on care daily. It is truly beyond the business of caregiving. https://preferhome.com/locations/davidson-and-sumner-counties/meet-the-team 615-319-3055 www.verandaministries.org
Sixty years ago, North Nashville was a thriving cultural oasis. There were taverns and gambling joints, restaurants and ice cream parlors, boarding houses and nightclubs that drew the likes of Etta James and Jimi Hendrix. Construction of Interstate 40 through North Nashville in the 1970s split the historically Black neighborhood in two, severed community ties and brought noise and pollution. Much of the Black middle class that had sustained North Nashville moved away, leading to years of neglect and disrepair. Today, a new generation is working to honor the artistic heritage of the area while also bringing it into the future. We'll begin today's show with an update from WPLN criminal justice reporter Paige Pfleger on the Covenant shooting. Guests: Elisheba Israel Mrozik, owner of One Drop Ink Tattoo Parlour and Gallery Jordan Harris, owner of Alkebu-Lan Images Lucius “Spoonman” Talley, musician Additional reading: This Is Nashville: Etta James once rocked the New Era Club, one of North Nashville's most famous stages. Today only a few pieces remain.
The Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Center has been serving North Nashville's uninsured and underinsured citizens since it opened in 1968. It's an indispensable health resource for the community, from family medicine and dentistry, to behavioral health and educational programs. The center is named for Dr. Matthew Walker, an influential Black surgeon. Originally from Louisiana, he came to Nashville for medical school. Although he was an expert surgeon, he saw that basic preventative health measures like brushing teeth and eating healthy food could make a tangible impact on people's health. He was passionate about community health and educating the next generation of doctors. This this episode, we talk to Dr. Walker's family about who he was and hear about how the health center carries on his legacy. But first, Gov. Bill Lee signed a bill that will cut the size of the Metro Council in half. We hear the latest on Metro's response from Nashville Scene reporter Eli Motycka. Guests: Katina Beard, CEO of the Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Center Evelyn Wilson, PCMH quality improvement manager at MWCHC Dr. Robyn Mays, assistant dental director at MWCHC Dr. Candace Koney, physician and Dr. Walker's granddaughter Mary Ellen Hollands, family friend of Dr. Walker Bill Forrester, family friend of Dr. Walker Related: WPLN: Who Was Dr. Matthew Walker? Metro Answers With Latest Historical Marker
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The death of Tyre Nichols, who was beaten by Memphis police officers, has once again sparked discussion about police violence and public safety. Just days after Memphis officials released video of police pulling over and assaulting Nichols, Metro Nashville police officers shot and killed a 48-year-old Black man on Buchanan Street in North Nashville. Activists are seeking change. Lawmakers are introducing legislation that aims to address police violence at a state level. But what can be done? Is oversight enough? And what does the future look like — for police and for the community? But first, WPLN political reporter Blaise Gainey breaks down Gov. Bill Lee's State of the State address. Guests: Timothy Hughes, activist and community organizer Makayla McCree, member for the Community Oversight Board Erica Perry, organizer with Black Nashville Assembly Rep, Joe Towns, Jr., state representative, D-Memphis Additional reading: Tyre Nichols case puts spotlight on Tennessee's policing priorities The city of Memphis releases videos of Tyre Nichols' arrest and beating Ex-officers charged in the death of Tyre Nichols were not part of the national police union that typically defends these cases
It's New Year's Day and a dear friend of the podcast, Mignon Francois, opens up the year for Trailblazers.FM with this bold statement and challenge to each and everyone of YOU in our BlazerNation community:Throw The Whole Resolution Away...
Slim & Husky's was ranked #5 out of 101 in The Daily Meal's 101 Best Pizzas in America. They have been featured on CBS World News, Good Morning America, and Travel Channel. They have also been featured in USA Today, Essence Magazine, Southern Living, Food & Wine, Forbes Magazine, the Washington Post, Taste of the South, and the New York Times.The three Tennessee State University grads and football players (Clint Gray – CMO, Derrick Moore- Chief Development Officer & EJ Reed – CEO) started Slim + Husky's as a way to serve unique pies and provide jobs to their neighborhood in North Nashville. Now, they have expanded locations across the country and offer build-your-own pizzas, take-out options, catering services, and national delivery. This includes opening the first Black-owned restaurant to open on Broadway in Nashville. “Pizza. Art. Music” is the motto at Slim & Husky's, which was created to create change and opportunities within underserved communities. Crowds flock to its four Tennessee locations (as well as two in Atlanta and one in Sacramento with additional locations opening throughout 2023) to indulge in artisan pizza while vibing to Hip Hop and R&B classics. In the beginning,Slim & Husky's was founded on a shared dream inside a garage in 2015. The clever name came from a joke the longtime friends have been laughing about for years. One of them has always been a slim guy, but the other two were always big fellas, forcing their mothers to shop for clothing in the children's husky section. The 3 owners consider their biggest accomplishments as opening the first Slim & Husky's restaurant in their North Nashville neighborhood, the ability to provide a substantial number of jobs, and the ability to live out their dream while providing a real impact on their communities. When the owners aren't perfecting their product, they are hosting community events and participating in speaking engagements at local schools, nonprofits, small businesses, and organizations. From hosting events to support local artists to honoring area teachers, they strive to recognize and promote positivity wherever they go. slimandhuskys.com
The Metro Development and Housing agency just released a few statements about their plans for the East Bank. Nashville's City Council just funded another very controversial organization to try and help eliminate violence in North Nashville. Plus, a Canadian firm has given more details on the development of three towers in Downtown Nashville.New YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKjWKXfpjtNL0oL2R6MKSxwTake a Tour With Us! Use code NASH for 20% off - https://www.xplrnash.com/toursToday's Sponsors: Brad Reynolds https://thinkbrad.com/Screened Threads Use the Code "NashvilleDaily" for 10% off online and in-store https://screenedthreads.com/Nash NewsWhat to know about Metro Development and Housing Agency's new budget; why you should carehttps://www.tennessean.com/story/money/2022/10/13/nashvilles-development-and-housing-agency-begins-new-fiscal-year/69545523007/Metro board recommends funding for controversial Gideon's Army for North Nashville violence projecthttps://www.newschannel5.com/news/newschannel-5-investigates/gideons-army/metro-board-recommends-funding-for-controversial-gideons-army-for-north-nashville-violence-projectNashville Development News Renderings: Vancouver firm forges ahead on three Church Street towers https://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2022/10/12/bosa-properties-midtown-renderings.htmlWheelock Street Capital adds residential units to downtown Nashville projecthttps://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2022/10/10/wheelock-street-capital-residential-project.htmlCA South unveils mixed-use development in SoBro https://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2022/10/11/ca-south-sobro-residential-project.htmlNashville 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
Buck talks about AJ Brown's comments about the Titans' environment under Mike Vrabel, and John Glennon joins the discussion. Comedian Josh Black joins the show in studio to preview his Good Vibez Festival in North Nashville, and the guys take a trip down memory lane to the last time Tennessee visited LSU. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Buck talks about AJ Brown's comments about the Titans' environment under Mike Vrabel, and John Glennon joins the discussion. Comedian Josh Black joins the show in studio to preview his Good Vibez Festival in North Nashville, and the guys take a trip down memory lane to the last time Tennessee visited LSU. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bridgestone America is expanding their operations with a new plant in Middle Tennessee. The transportation service WeGo is making a rare expansion of their services. Plus, how did Nashville go from a small town to eventually become the “Wall Street of the South”?Take a Tour With Us! Use code NASH for 20% off - https://www.xplrnash.com/toursToday's Sponsors: Brad Reynolds https://thinkbrad.com/Blessed Day Coffee https://www.blesseddaycoffee.com/ Use Code "XPLR20" for 20% off at checkoutNash NewsBridgestone Americas plans $550M Middle Tennessee expansion https://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2022/08/25/bridgestone-americas-expands-warren-county.htmlWeGo bus transit center in North Nashville nears construction starthttps://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2022/08/25/wego-north-nashville-transit-center.htmlWall Street of The SouthNashville | Tennessee Encyclopediahttps://tennesseeencyclopedia.net/entries/nashville-metropolitan-nashville-davidson-county/#:~:text=Following%20World%20War%20I%2C%20insurance,with%20the%20founding%20of%20HospitalOld Financial District | Downtown Nashvillehttps://nashvilledowntown.com/go/old-financial-districtNashville's banking legacy fades with timehttps://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/stories/2000/10/09/focus7.htmlFourth and First National Bank Nashville Trust Companyhttps://historicnashville.wordpress.com/2009/01/13/fourth-and-first-national-bank-nashville-trust-company/A Little Nashville History: Citizens Savings Bank and Trusthttps://urbaanite.com/a-little-nashville-history-citizens-savings-bank-and-trust/Nashville Public Library Collection https://digital.library.nashville.org/digital/collection/nr/id/471/Nashville Trust Building, Nashville, Tennessee, circa 1925 - Nashville Public Library's Digital Collectionshttps://digital.library.nashville.org/digital/collection/nr/id/8796/Federal Reserve Building – 226 Third Avenue NorthHistoric Nashville, Inc.https://www.historicnashvilleinc.org/nashville-9/federal-reserve-building/https://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2018/04/17/aggressive-downtown-impresario-buys-another.htmlThe Stahlman - Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_StahlmanNashville 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