Podcast appearances and mentions of Tennessee River

In the winter of 1779, a determined group of Appalachian settlers set out on a thousand-mile journey by river, led by Virginia surveyor John Donelson.Battling disease, starvation, ambushes, and the raw forces of nature, they pushed westward down the Holston River, into the Tennessee River, the Ohio and then up the Cumberland River, all through hostile and unknown lands.Their goal? A place called French Lick—later known as Nashville.In this episode, Steve and Rod trace the expedition that carried Appalachian grit to Middle Tennessee, laying the foundations for the city many call “The Athens of the South.”Be sure to subcribe to the Stories podcast if you haven't done so already.  You'll find us on your favorite podcast app and our YouTube channel.Thanks for listening!

In the second year of the Civil War, the confederate army wanted to push the Union back from the Tennessee River. But they made a critical mistake on THIS DAY, April 6th with Chris Conley.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This winter, Dylan Nutt has dominated on the Tennessee River, winning two Toyota Series Presented by Phoenix Boats events on Pickwick and Chickamauga and leading Fishing Clash angler of the Year for the Central Division. Of course, he's also done it all while still in school at the University of North Alabama, going to class and fishing collegiately as well.

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! Chattanooga, Tennessee, is known for its rich history, beautiful scenery, and iconic railway, but beneath its charming exterior lies a city haunted by the spirits of its past. From the ghostly presence of the Delta Queen, still lingering on the Tennessee River, to the restless porter at the historic Terminal Station, the city's haunted past comes alive with eerie tales. Beneath the streets, an elaborate underground tunnel system houses secrets and spirits that have been forgotten by time. In this episode, we explore the spectral history of Chattanooga and the many spirits that continue to roam the city, keeping its haunted legacy alive.   Become a Premium Supporter of The Grave Talks Through Apple Podcasts or Patreon (http://www.patreon.com/thegravetalks) There, you will get: Access to every episode of our show, AD-FREE! Access to every episode of our show before everyone else! Other EXCLUSIVE supporter perks and more!

In this episode of "Rhythms That Restore," Cherisse welcomes her friend Christy Dunn.  Christy is the Founder & CEO of Awaken Personal & Professional Development, where she helps individuals discover their strengths, build confidence, and step fully into their purpose. With over two decades of leadership experience, she has a passion for empowering others through strategy, communication, and mentorship. She spent 21 years leading a top-performing sales team, sharpening her skills in training, leadership, and vision casting. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from Western Kentucky University, but her true calling is in guiding others to personal growth, faith, and fulfillment. Born and raised in South Central Kentucky, she now calls Huntsville, Alabama, home, where she loves life on the Tennessee River with her husband, Frank. She enjoys boating, traveling, entertaining, and spending time with our family of five children, three daughters-in-law, and nine energetic grandchildren. Her faith is the foundation of my life, and she is committed to daily “rhythms” that restore her mind, body, and spirit—early mornings spent reading, journaling, and walking while listening to sermons or podcasts. She have seen the power of obedience and surrender in my own journey, from stepping into deeper authenticity in my marriage to releasing the need for titles and societal expectations. Her message to you our listeners today? "Learn to trust that inner voice. The Holy Spirit is always speaking—sometimes we just need to quiet the noise to hear Him clearly." Connect wtih Christy Dunn via email: christy@awakenandaccelerate.com https://www.facebook.com/christy.h.dunn/ https://www.instagram.com/christyhawkinsdunn/ https://www.facebook.com/awakenandaccelerate/ https://www.instagram.com/awakenandaccelerate/   ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ "Rhythms That Restore ONE YEAR: ONE DAY Rest Retreat" Podcast Anniversary We are celebrating one year of God's faithfulness in building this podcast community with a "ONE DAY REST RETREAT" at Cherisse's Home on Saturday April 26th, 2025. We are pressing "pause" on all the hustle of life and joining together for one day to just REST. To allow ourselves a moment to reflect over this last year. Allowing our bodies, minds, hearts and souls to settle. Giving ourselves a space to lean into God's word and His presence. To create space for God to restore & refresh our spirits. You are invited to join in beside Cherisse for this ONE Year ONE Day Retreat. ******* ONLY 1 spot left******* Click to join Waitlist.  Click Below to REGISTER:  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdOiCjrWJK5IlOuBPohICS7PwhHf4rwu2D8nilBhI2Q_kO9DQ/viewform?usp=sharing  ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Join our "Rhythms that Restore" Community: Click below and pull up a chair with us and walk through life IN COMMUNITY and beside others who are learning and putting these new Rhythms in place. Click: https://www.facebook.com/groups/339272845793051/ -------------------------------------- Follow "Rhythms that Restore Podcast" on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rhythmsthatrestorepodcast?igsh=Z3lmY2UzcXZzMTlq&utm_source=qr -------------------------------------------- Tune In- Subscribe, Rate, and Share: If you found value in this episode, be be sure to subscribe, rate, and share with "Rhythms that Restore" Podcast with a friend who can be encouraged through the message. Help us share this incredible transformative message of Gods word through the beautiful act of "ceasing to strive" and learning to "simply BE". ------------------------------------ Connect more with me on Instagram, Facebook and Email: Lets Chat: cherissehixson@hotmail.com  Facebook: Cherisse Mathias Hixson  DM on Instagram: @cherissehixson01  https://www.instagram.com/cherissehixson01?igsh=dDY4ZWNrcWowb2Vx&utm_source=qr

Tim and Jean talk with Jessica Whatley, the CEO of Northside Neighborhood House in Chattanooga TN.Northside Neighborhood House has been serving Chattanooga for over 100 years to promote the independence of residents north of the river by providing a hand up through education and assistance.Since 1924, the Northside Neighborhood House has focused on empowering residents north of the Tennessee River to create thriving communities across northern Hamilton County. From ensuring individuals are housed with working utilities to supporting students in achieving academic success, the NNH focuses on creating relationships and connecting individuals to supports that aid them in creating stability for themselves and their families. Our ability to address the varying needs of our neighbors positions us to provide a holistic support approach for individuals at all ages and stages of life.Connect with us:Schedule a call with TimSchedule a call with LisaSchedule a call with JeanLearn more at thereiconcierge.com

Jason Chen stands accused of killing Jasmine Pace by stabbing her over 60 times and then placing her body inside a suitcase that he allegedly placed near the Tennessee River. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today jurors are hearing from the Hamilton County Medical Examiner and seeing images of Jasmine's body as she was found inside a suitcase near the Tennessee River. Nicole Partin reporting. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) held a briefing about strategies to improve biodiversity and river health along the Tennessee River, which winds through Tennessee, Alabama, Mississippi, and Kentucky. The Tennessee River, one of the most biodiverse rivers in North America, experiences damaging issues ranging from PFAS and plastics to chemical pollution from landfills and manufacturing. These issues threaten both water quality and the health and well-being of the many communities in the river's watershed. This briefing highlighted the importance of effective enforcement of local, state, and federal clean water laws and regulations. Panelists discussed the role of federal policy-making in boosting river health, as well as opportunities to support biodiversity.

Located on the banks of the Tennessee River, Dill Branch served as crucial terrain for Ulysses S. Grant at the end of the first day's fighting at Shiloh. The Union's position on the high ground allowed them to hold off Confederate attacks and regroup for the morning. General Parker Hills of Battle Focus Tours details the landscape. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/battlefields/support

A controversial high-rise along Neyland Drive on the north side of the Tennessee River will a tax incentive from the City of Knoxville, after City Council approved a 10-year PILOT worth $12 million. Scott and Jesse emerge from their food comas to review the deal on this week's episode. Also: Knox County Schools receive good and bad marks from the state; warming centers for the homeless open ahead of plunging temperatures this weekend; and U.S. Rep. Tim Burchett takes aim at a public art exhibit and a blockbuster film. Looking ahead, the guys preview next week's school board meetings and downtown Christmas parade. This is a free service of Compassknox.com feel free to gift this to all your freinds this holiday season. 

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! The Haunted Hales Bar Dam: where tourists come for the scenery, fishermen come for the catch, and ghosts come…because they're kind of stuck here. This historic dam has it all: a murdered woman desperately trying to spill her long-forgotten tea, a demonic entity that thinks the tunnels are its personal stomping grounds, and full-bodied apparitions that love photobombing ghost hunters. Oh, and did we mention the spirits of those entombed in the dam's walls? They're not going anywhere, and neither are their spooky stories. Join us as we dive into the murky waters of Hales Bar Dam, where the past is as restless as the Tennessee River. Become a Premium Supporter of The Grave Talks Through Apple Podcasts or Patreon (http://www.patreon.com/thegravetalks) There, you will get: Access to every episode of our show, AD-FREE! Access to every episode of our show before everyone else! Other EXCLUSIVE supporter perks and more!

In this episode of the Fine Art Photography Podcast, an audio portrait of the Tennessee River on a languid late summer day, recorded while I was out making some landscape photographs. Full episode transcripts are available on my photography blog here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠icatchshadows.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ How to Support the Podcast Make a one-time donation: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/keithdotson⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe on Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/keithdotson⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Buy a fine art print: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://keithdotson.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Buy a copy of my book: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3jFnxqv⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Amazon affiliate link) *Contains Amazon Affiliate links. I may earn a small commission on qualifying purchases. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/keith-dotson/support

In this episode of Do Beautiful Things, Jenny Lawson is joined by Kathleen Gibi of Keep the Tennessee River Beautiful and Michael McCall from the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA). Together, they discuss the power of collaboration in building sustainable, healthy communities, the importance of preserving America's river systems, and their commitment to the Greatest American Cleanup—the largest cleanup and beautification effort in history. Tune in to learn how collaboration and volunteer engagement are making a meaningful impact on our environment and communities.QUOTES:Creating Sustainable Impact through Partnerships: "We should be following a model where we can engage others and partner with others to do this, because I think that is the only real way that you can actually get sustainable impact is if you get other people involved through partnerships to get out and do action." - Michael McCall, VP of Environment and Sustainability, and Chief Sustainability Officer at the Tennessee Valley Authority The Importance of River Cleanup: "80% of the plastic in our oceans is said to come from rivers. Cleaning up the ocean in a lot of ways without cleaning up the rivers is much like...cleaning up blood on the floor without stopping the bleeding on the patient on the table. So that's why the work we get to do with our partners and volunteers is so crucial." - Kathleen Gibi, Executive Director of Keep the Tennessee River Beautiful Show Notes: 00:00 Greatest American Cleanup beautifying 25,000 communities. 06:13 TVA: Unique regional energy-water economic integration. 08:52 TVA supports Tennessee River cleanup since 2018. 13:02 Engage others through partnerships for sustainable impact. 13:56 Campaign fosters pride, action, and shared values. 19:44 Consistent focus needed to preserve Tennessee River. 22:31 TVA concerned about storm, river system effective. 24:07 Clearing red tape for quicker community recovery. 27:38 Local affiliates tirelessly support community environmental efforts. 30:53 Get involved with kab.org and support. Show Links: Keep the Tennessee River Beautiful: https://www.keeptnriverbeautiful.org/Tennessee Valley Authority: https://www.tva.com/Keep America Beautiful: https://kab.org/Greatest America Cleanup: https://kab.org/greatest-american-cleanup/

Join us as we discuss the recent issues at the Wilson Lock on the Tennessee River with Cline Jones, Executive Director of the Tennessee River Valley Association and the Tennessee-Cumberland Waterways Council. Cline provides information on past and current issues with this lock and why we should be concerned about similar problems that could happen throughout the nation's system of locks. We'll also explain the economic impact of locking delays on the commerical sector, and what Loopers can do to help get much needed lock maintenance and replacements funded. The details Clive provides for texting to let elected officials know you support funding for lock maintenance are: Text "LOCKS" to 202-979-0993. Often described as the adventure of a lifetime, America's Great Loop boasts a 'low risk, high reward' travel experience. Boaters journey over 5,000 miles around the Eastern part of the United States and into parts of Canada. The Great Loop was once a route known only to lifelong boaters and long-distance cruisers, but the secret is out. Join us as we unpack the Great Loop planning steps, from buying a boat to securing boat insurance; dive into a variety of stops and excursions along the way; share the highlight of Loopers who've crossed their wake; and of course, answer all of your questions about how to make this dream a reality. Enjoy our podcast, join America's Great Loop Cruisers' Association (AGLCA), and add this adventure to your bucket list! Visit us at www.greatloop.org

In this episode of The Halloween Podcast, we're diving into the haunted history of Tennessee, the Volunteer State. Host Lyle Perez, a Tennessee local, takes us on a journey through some of the most spine-chilling haunted locations. From eerie plantations to ghost-filled theaters, Lyle shares both history and paranormal experiences, including some personal encounters in Savannah, Tennessee. Grab your flashlight and get ready to explore ten of Tennessee's most haunted places. Featured Locations: The Cherry Mansion One Cherry St., Savannah, TN 38372 Overlooking the Tennessee River, Cherry Mansion is haunted by the ghost of Mrs. Cherry and Union soldiers who roamed its halls during the Civil War. Visitors report seeing specters near the windows and hearing the sounds of medical equipment from when the mansion served as a hospital. The Rotherwood Mansion Rotherwood Dr, Kingsport, TN 37660 Known for the tragic spirit of Rowena Ross, who lost two fiancés before taking her own life, Rotherwood Mansion is home to her ghost, often seen in a white gown wandering near the Holston River. Many feel a deep sadness in her presence. Shiloh National Military Park 1055 Pittsburg Landing Rd, Shiloh, TN 38376 One of the bloodiest Civil War battlefields, Shiloh is haunted by soldiers' spirits. Phantom gunfire, battle cries, and shadowy figures are frequently reported near Bloody Pond and Shiloh Church, where ghostly hymns are heard. The Lotz House 1111 Columbia Ave, Franklin, TN 37064 During the Battle of Franklin, the Lotz House became a field hospital. Apparitions of soldiers, the sound of musket fire, and ghostly footsteps are common in this Civil War-era home, making it a favorite spot for ghost hunters. The Orpheum Theatre 203 S Main St, Memphis, TN 38103 Famous for its ghost, Mary, a young girl who died in front of the theater, the Orpheum is alive with paranormal activity. Mary is known to playfully flick lights and interact with staff, while phantom applause echoes through the theater after shows. Wheatlands Plantation 2506 Boyd's Creek Hwy, Sevierville, TN 37876 This plantation is haunted by Native American spirits, children, and former owners. Visitors hear cries and laughter in the basement, while shadowy figures roam the grounds near a mass grave filled with Cherokee remains. The Bell Witch Cave 430 Keysburg Rd, Adams, TN 37010 The Bell Witch legend began in the early 1800s with the Bell family, who were tormented by a vengeful spirit. The cave is considered a portal for the spirit, and visitors report hearing whispers and footsteps, often feeling watched by unseen eyes. Carnton Plantation 1345 Eastern Flank Cir, Franklin, TN 37064 The site of one of the Civil War's bloodiest battles, Carnton Plantation is haunted by Confederate soldiers and a ghostly nurse who is seen watching over the wounded. The property is also home to strange noises and disembodied cries. Old South Pittsburg Hospital 1100 Holly Ave, South Pittsburg, TN 37380 This abandoned hospital is notorious for shadowy figures and ghostly voices. One of the most haunted rooms is Nelly's Room, where visitors experience slamming doors and strange, unexplainable noises. Meeman-Shelby Forest 910 Riddick Rd, Millington, TN 38053 This park is home to the terrifying legend of the Pigman, a disfigured man who roams the woods. Visitors brave enough to call his name three times by Pigman Bridge report seeing shadowy figures and hearing growls deep in the forest. Like Our Facebook page for more Halloween fun: www.Facebook.com/TheHalloweenPodcast ORDER PODCAST MERCH! Website: www.TheHalloweenPodcast.com Email: TheHalloweenPodcast@gmail.com X: @TheHalloweenPod Support the Show: www.patreon.com/TheHalloweenPod Get bonus Halloween content and more! Just for Patreon supporters! Check out my other show! Find it on iTunes - Amazing Advertising http://amazingadvertising.podomatic.com/ Keywords and Tags: Haunted Tennessee, Ghosts of the Volunteer State, Haunted America, Paranormal, Haunted Locations, Tennessee Ghost Stories, Halloween Podcast, Haunted History

Nach Rhein, Donau und Tennessee River ist Prof. Andreas Fath von der Hochschule Furtwangen jetzt durch die Elbe geschwommen – vom tschechischen Riesengebirge bis an die Elbmündung in Cuxhaven. Er fordert mehr Anstrengung, um unsere Flüsse sauberer zu machen, z.B. wenn es um Plastikmüll geht. Christine Langer im Gespräch mit Prof. Andreas Fath, Hochschule Furtwangen

"Bluegrass will lift you up and sweep you along like the fast-flowing waters of the Tennessee River...it's foot stomping, hand clapping, blazingly fast songs hotter than a match." In this episode, dive into the world of Tennessee bluegrass and learn why this is a genre of music that can only be truly experienced live. Join host Aaron Millar as he sits down in a 100-year-old country store for a one-of-a-kind show; dives into the history of legends like Bill Monroe and Earl Scruggs; and meets some of the contemporary artists who are creating a new generation of bluegrass sound. ABOUT THE SERIES Produced in a documentary style, the Tennessee Music Pathways series takes listeners on a more than 1,000-mile road trip, from Bristol and the birth of country music to Memphis and the start of rock n' roll. Along the way, listeners will hear bluegrass played fast as lightning and traditional Appalachian music performed live in the Great Smoky Mountains. Follow along as host Aaron Millar shops in Elvis' favorite clothing store, bangs drums in the studio that made Uptown Funk, learns to play the spoons and drinks whiskey in a distillery housed in a more than 100-year-old former prison. WANT MORE TENNESSEE MUSIC? Tennessee Music Pathways is a guide that connects visitors to the rich musical heritage of our state. Visitors can curate their own path based on interests using an interactive guide at TNmusicpathways.com. Follow the conversation on social using or searching hashtag #tnmusicpathways. TNvacation.com | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube Thank you to our guests and musicians: Evie Andrus evieandrusmusic.com Alex Leach thealexleachband.com Fast Track Band fasttrackband.com Jimmy Bilbry, Sutton Ole Time Music Hour granvilletn.com Wayne Bledsoe realknoxvillemusic.com Michael McCall, countrymusichalloffame.org Visit Knoxville visitknoxville.com Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @armchairexplorerpodcast. Want travel tips and advice? Questions about this episode? Message me! Sign up for the monthly newsletter at armchair-explorer.comProduced by Armchair Productions, the audio experts for the travel industry www.armchair-productions.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With this episode, we are launching our Western Theater of the Civil War swing where Ulysses S. Grant's career was launched: Fort Henry on the Tennessee River. Join Garry Adelman, Greg Biggs, and Chris Mackowski as they take you to the banks of the Tennessee River, near Dover, Tennessee, where Fort Henry once protected the ingress to the heart of the Confederacy. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/battlefields/support

We are nearing the end of October, 1864, and we have another four battles on this week's episode. The battle of Decatur, TN was fought on October, 26th-29th, where Confederate General John Hood attempts to cross the Tennessee River, but the Union has other plans.  For the next two battles, we head back to the Siege of Petersburg where Grant plans another two pronged attack on October 27th-28th. One at Boydton Plank Road to cut off a supply line to Petersburg and the other at Fair Oaks and Darbytown Road to attack the Richmond defenses.  Our final battle we once again head back to Price's Missouri raid and the Second Battle of Newtonia on October 28th. This was the final battle of the raid and pretty much the end of Price's force.  Subscribe to our YouTube! youtube.com/@bangdangnetwork  Subscribe to our Dart League Channel! https://www.youtube.com/@theliquorshelfloungedartleague

Thursday, July 18, would be a short day of work for operator Josh Gentry, starting at a leisurely 10 a.m. in Fort Payne, Alabama, outside the Quality Inn in town. There, Gentry met Overdrive Radio host Todd Dills to get rolling, the pair starting the day in Gentry's Chevrolet en route to the site of an old auto dealership in town that, since the mid-1980s, has been the home base of the fan club for longtime country-rock group Alabama. It's also home base for the group's tour truck, in which Gentry was about to set out on a run. Josh Gentry is son of one of the last two founding members in the band, bassist and harmony singer Teddy Gentry. Josh, after years pursuing music himself, then hauling grain around his home region (some of those years as an owner-operator), today serves as hauler of Alabama's touring operation, moved in a single truck and 48-foot Great Dane show trailer emblazoned with the band's insignia and the "Roll On II North America Tour" logo. That truck, a 2021 Kenworth T680 detailed in this week's podcast, rekindles an old partnership between the Alabama group and the Kenworth company, dormant after an official farewell tour in the early part of this century. As you'll hear on this run to Nashville to load in for Alabama's July 19 show at Bridgestone arena, Kenworth's relationship with the band tracks back to the 1980s, when the tour operation was as many as four trucks and trailers, and the band was at the height of its popularity with big hits like "Mountain Music," "Tennessee River" and, yes, the classic "Roll On (18 wheeler)," in past named by Overdrive readers in the top five for best trucking song of all time: https://www.overdriveonline.com/channel-19/article/14875984/these-are-the-top-10-trucking-songs-of-all-time Gentry's come full circle with his growing involvement in the tour operation, after a childhood spent enamoured by all things trucking and immersed in his father's band's music. Despite that long history, though, there's still opportunity for new experiences. By 11 a.m. Thursday last week he and Dills were pulling out with a lightly loaded trailer toward the Soundcheck facility's docks to pick up more gear situated a very-short haul across the river from downtown. As the truck and trailer merged onto I-59 toward Chattanooga from Ft. Payne that morning, just as Dills readying his audio recorder for the talk with Gentry, a voice came over the radio -- "Roll on, Alabama!" -- invoking the classic trucking song. Gentry called tour manager Jeff Davis to mark the moment and give him an update on progress toward Nashville for load and staging. Yet the over-the-air atta-boy wasn't the very first bit of attention the wrapped truck and trailer have gotten over going on two years Gentry's been guiding the tour, taking him as far as, most recently, North Dakota and into Manitoba and elsewhere in Canada. Dive into Josh Gentry's trucking history and otherwise in this first episode featuring Overdrive's talk with the operator, the principal interests of his life to date all coming together now in live entertainment hauling with the family business. Catch more views of the truck and trailer, and from the Friday, July 19, live show in Nashville here: https://www.overdriveonline.com/overdrive-radio/podcast/15680069/roll-on-alabama-ft-paynenashville-with-trucker-josh-gentry Find all episodes of Overdrive Radio via https://overdriveonline.com/overdrive-radio

Most Tennessee Counties East of the Tennessee River are experiencing some level of drought. Farmers explain how the dry conditions are impacting their crops.

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Benjamin Grierson's Union cavalry thrust through Mississippi is one of the most well-known operations of the Civil War. There were other simultaneous operations to distract Confederate attention from the real threat to Vicksburg posed by U. S. Grant's Army of the Tennessee, but Grierson's operation, mainly conducted with two Illinois cavalry regiments, has become the most famous, and for good reason. For 16 days (April 17 to May 2) Grierson led Confederate pursuers on a high-stakes chase through the entire state of Mississippi, entering the northern border with Tennessee and exiting its southern border with Louisiana.  The daily rides were long, the rest stops short, and the tension high. Ironically, the man who led the raid was a former music teacher who some say disliked horses. Throughout, he displayed outstanding leadership and cunning, destroyed railroad tracks, burned trestles and bridges, freed slaves, and created as much damage and chaos as possible. Grierson's Raid broke a vital Confederate rail line at Newton Station that supplied Vicksburg and, perhaps most importantly, consumed the attention of the Confederate high command. While Confederate Lt. Gen. John Pemberton at Vicksburg and other Southern leaders looked in the wrong directions, Grant moved his entire Army of the Tennessee across the Mississippi River below Vicksburg, spelling the doom of that city, the Confederate chances of holding the river, and perhaps the Confederacy itself.   Novelists have attempted to capture the large-than-life cavalry raid in the popular imagination, and Hollywood reproduced the daring cavalry action in The Horse Soldiers, a 1959 major motion picture starring John Wayne and William Holden. Although the film replicates the raid's drama and high-stakes gamble, cinematic license chipped away at its accuracy. Based upon years of research and presented in gripping, fast-paced prose, Timothy B. Smith's The Real Horse Soldiers: Benjamin Grierson's Epic 1863 Civil War Raid through Mississippi captures the high drama and tension of the 1863 horse soldiers in a modern, comprehensive, academic study. This talk, based on the book, will bring you along for the ride.   Timothy B. Smith (Ph.D. Mississippi State University, 2001) is a veteran of the National Park Service and currently teaches history at the University of Tennessee at Martin. In addition to numerous articles and essays, he is the author, editor, or co-editor of more than twenty books with several university and commercial presses. His books have won numerous book awards, his trilogy on the American Civil War's Tennessee River campaign (Forts Henry and Donelson, Shiloh, and Corinth) winning a total of nine book awards. He is currently finishing a five-volume study of the Vicksburg Campaign for the University Press of Kansas and a new study of Albert Sidney Johnston for LSU Press. He lives with his wife Kelly and daughters Mary Kate and Leah Grace in Adamsville, Tennessee. In 1974, The Civil War Round Table of Chicago established the Nevins-Freeman Award, and bestows it annually on an individual whose advancement of American Civil War scholarship and support for the Round Table movement warrant special recognition. The award itself is designed as a generous financial donation to a historical preservation project chosen by the recipient. This award is named for two men whose legacies have come to be synonymous with the Civil War era: Historians Allan Nevins and Douglas Southall Freeman.  A list of the awardees can be viewed on the Chicago CWRT website, at https://chicagocwrt.org/anfa.html. The Nevins-Freeman Award

Visit Knoxville —Green Spaces, Artistic Flair, and Hidden Gems is the eighth episode in our series promoting Northeast Tennessee as a tourism destination. It is produced in collaboration with Visit Johnson City and regional partners hosting the OWAA's inaugural Field Fest event.Our guest is Kristen Combs, the Director of Communication and Social Strategies for Visit Knoxville.Kristen shares insights on the best outdoor activities and hidden gems in Knoxville, including unique experiences like biking on the ADA-accessible Neyland Greenway, painting in UT Gardens, and kayaking on the Tennessee River.We also get a taste of Knoxville's culinary scene. Whether you're a history buff, arts enthusiast, or outdoor adventurer, this episode will inspire you to add Knoxville to your weekend getaway list.TOPICS WE DISCUSSED

On today's episode we are joined by KBF champ on Lake Chickamauga Garrett Wade! We talk about his win and how he put up some giant fish on a swimbait on the Tennessee River! Whether you're a seasoned angler looking to refine your skills or a newcomer eager to learn, our podcast has something for everyone.

Chad Prevost and Dale Woodfin discuss their experiences with managing creativity and focus in the digital age, sharing personal anecdotes and insights on prioritizing deep work and setting aside distractions. They also discuss the challenges of pursuing a creative career, including balancing artistic vision with financial stability, and the significance of dreams and authenticity in both art and life. Dale emphasizes the importance of trusting the creative process, paying attention to dreams, and being true to oneself.High Notes:Creativity, art, and earning a living as an artist.Songwriting, creativity, and career changes.Artistic expression, compromise, and financial stability as an emerging artist.Creativity, productivity, and setting aside time for artistic pursuits.Creativity, art, and the sources of inspiration.Art, creativity, and the relationship between artists and money.Art, creativity, and style with an artist.The importance of remembering and exploring dreams for personal growth and understanding the human condition.Art, self-expression, and breaking through judgments.Art, creativity, and personal growth.Aging and creativity in the arts.Artistic expression, creativity, and mastery.Mastery, creativity, and staying alive to possibilities.About Dale WoodfinBorn in South Pittsburg, Tennessee, where the Tennessee River whispers its secrets to the foothills of the South Cumberland mountains, Dale Woodfin found his muse not in classrooms, but in the free symphony of nature. This self-taught artist, graphic designer, poet, and musician grew up surrounded by the raw beauty of a rural landscape, dotted with historic scars and garage born experimental music in a community absent the curated galleries and night clubs. Instead, alternative music and the untamed processes of nature became his teachers. While Dale continues to work as a freelance graphic designer he now pours his most creative emotions and ideas onto canvas, a vibrant dance of acrylics and mixed media. Torn fragments of his digital works mingle with acrylic paint, mirroring the fractural and sometimes twisted impressions of the contemporary world. Dale Woodfin's art isn't just something you see, it's something you feel, a vibrant echo of a life lived in the less familiar spaces between.Find Dale at: www.dalewoodfin.comDownload our free book, Desire: How Do You Want to Feel? Finding your way to your desire requires a number of the principles we teach at the Big Self School. It requires a calm center, self-knowledge, and courage to put the ideas into practice. Whether you think you know your desires, but want to reconnect to them, or you simply have no idea, this book can help you realize your way to a deeper and more authentic connection with yourself. Desire is ultimately about how you want your feelings, experiences, and values to line up in your life. This book is only available in print in hardback, but it's yours free as our downloadable PDF.Book a discovery call for coaching or workshop trainings here.Want to give us some love but don't know how? Leave us a review and subscribe on Apple iTunes or Subscribe on

Joining me from a shipyard on the Tennessee River, Chief Bill Shackelford talks through his 45 years out there on the water. From the National River Academy in Arkansas to the deck in St. Louis to the engine rooms of various vessels all across the industry, Chief Bill currently calls the M/V DANNY ETHERIDGE home for half the year.

Today's Destination: Chickamauga National Park: Part 2 of Chattanooga episode. Today's Misstep- Driving over hills, a tire came at us Travel Advice: What exercises should I do when I travel?   FAQ: What do you wish you knew before booking your flight?   Response: A few more questions you can ask someone before you plan your trip are:  Did you experience any frustrations related to the destination or the actual traveling? If so, what should people be aware of to avoid those frustrations, hopefully? What websites or services were the most helpful for planning/booking your trip? What advice would you give someone going there for the first time? What was the most enjoyable or relaxing part of your trip?   Today's destination: Chickamauga National Park Part 2 of the Chattanooga series It's officially called Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park near Lookout Mountain. Use your National Park Pass for free entry. http://cityofchickamauga.org/ When I first visited Point Park, I explored this area on the border of Georgia and Tennessee for about an hour. It's across from the visitor center and was built by the Army Corps of Engineers.  You can see artillery from the Confederate fighting. The Battle of Chickamauga, fought September 19–20, 1863, marked the end of a Union offensive in southeastern Tennessee and northwestern Georgia called the Chickamauga Campaign. The battle was the most significant Union defeat in the Western Theater of the American Civil War. It involved the second-highest number of casualties in the war, following the Battle of Gettysburg. It was the first major battle of the war in Georgia. The battle was fought between the Army of the Cumberland under Maj. Gen. William Rosecrans and the Confederate Army of Tennessee under Gen. Braxton Bragg, and was named for Chickamauga Creek, which meanders near the battle area in northwest Georgia (and ultimately flows into the Tennessee River about 3.5 miles (5.6 km) northeast of downtown Chattanooga) There is also a monument to peace, The New York Peace Monument, symbolizing reunification and reconciliation.    http://cityofchickamauga.org/about-history-chickamaugabattlefield.asp Look for marble and pink granite materials. Visit the museum at Ochs Memorial Observatory for views of the Chattanooga area from the terrace. You can continue hiking the trails to other scenic views from Lookout Mountain. I first visited this area on a bus trip with my high school friends in the 1970s, and this was my first visit to return.  I drove the two hours from Atlanta through some small towns and highways and finally to some neighborhoods and scenic drives. When you get to the neighborhood, you will drive on windy roads that take your breath away.  This is a Step 1 or Step 2 destination and easy to explore independently. There is also a cute Visitor Center with restrooms and a small museum. The awe-inspiring view from Lookout Mountain Battlefield over Point Park shows a bird' s-eye view of the Tennessee River and how it bends, a bit like a foot at the ankle. You see the city of Chattanooga from above when you go around the bend. You can even see the three bridges that cross the river to the town. The battlefield here was memorable, and you can follow the signs for the Chickamauga Battlefield Tour. Or you can just enjoy walking the grounds around the peace monument and listening to the birds chirping. It's an excellent way to enjoy your day in Georgia or Tennessee.   http://cityofchickamauga.org/about-history-trainmuseum.asp Today's Misstep- Driving on the road over hills, a tire came rolling at us and hit our car. You're generally safe from tires in a car, but this tire stopped us. We hit the tire and could not drive any further. We got a tow truck to bring the car home, about 200 miles away. It was an expensive tow, and I hope you don't have that experience.  Today's Travel Advice- What exercises should I do when I travel? Try to stay as active as you are when home, which means you should try to maintain the same levels of activities, even if you are on the road a lot. You may need to take frequent breaks in your drive to stretch, walk a bit, and even do more intensive exercise. Stretch every two hours on a plane or train. I try to find a pool where I can swim anytime I travel. I am a member of the YMCA, where I can go anytime. There are more than 2700 YMCAs in the USA and also in 120 countries around the world. That's how we both can keep our exercise routines when we travel.    Connect with Dr. Travelbest 5 Steps to Solo Travel website Dr. Mary Travelbest X Dr. Mary Travelbest Facebook Page Dr. Mary Travelbest Facebook Group Dr. Mary Travelbest Instagram Dr. Mary Travelbest Podcast Dr. Travelbest on TikTok Dr.Travelbest onYouTube In the news  

It was fun having Brad Giese join me in the studio! We covered a lot of ground and shared a lot of stories! From growing up and beginning his radio career in California to his time at Talk Radio 102.3 He has spent over 30 years in radio and had a brief stint in TV. He's a California native, co-hosting Morning shows in Fresno and the Bay Area at the legendary KFOG. Besides radio, Brad has worked as an actor and model. Brad loves to fish and you'll often find him on the Tennessee River or local rivers! He loves music, reading, hiking, and is happy to have landed in Chattanooga and to call our slice of the Southeast home. CHECK OUT HIS NEW PODCAST: https://bradandtahirih.podbean.com/ Please consider supporting the podast by becoming a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/duringthebreakpodcast THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: Granite Garage Floors of Chattanooga: https://granitegaragefloors.com/location/chattanooga Vascular Institute of Chattanooga: https://www.vascularinstituteofchattanooga.com/ The Barn Nursery: https://www.barnnursery.com/ Optimize U Chattanooga: https://optimizeunow.com/chattanooga/ Alchemy Medspa and Wellness Center: http://www.alchemychattanooga.com/ Chattanooga Concrete: www.chattanoogaconcreteco.com Roofingco.com: www.roofingco.com Please consider leaving us a review on Apple and giving us a share to your friends! This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

  In this episode, the FAQ is: How can I take a walking tour when I arrive in a city? . Today's Destination is: Chattanooga, Tennessee Today's Misstep- Getting stopped by TSA security Travel Advice: Plan for the unexpected   FAQ:  How can I get the walking tour when I get to a city?   Response: A guided walking tour of a city is a treat for a solo traveler, especially for a woman who is interested in its history.   The more popular ones are through platforms like Viator, TripAdvisor, Airbnb, and FreeWalkingtoursbylocals.com, but there are many ways to score a tour from someone who truly cares about the experience for you.  Be sure to read the reviews and book in advance during a busy season. Some are free, and suggest a tip at the end if you liked it. Your hotel could also gook you a tour. The Visitor Center or Tourism office can also give you guidance on this. You may also find a walking tour app for a self-guided tour, with maps and points of interest. You can GPS my city or check Detour. I found some walking tours on YouTube that were pretty fun to watch also.   https://freewalkingtoursbylocals.com/ Today's destination: Chattanooga, Tennessee My first visit here was in 1974, on a bus of young women heading to Florida. It was called Junior Trip. We were 80 women, two bus loads. I remember very little about Chattanooga from that visit. I returned to see it in 2024, which made a more significant impression. This time, I was visiting the future Dr. Travelbest, who lives there now. We are currently working on a Planner for travel guidance, so look for that in the future. It's a central travel hub, especially for the railroads. A bridge crosses the railroad tracks, which are dozens of tracks wide. It may be one of the largest railroad hubs that I have experienced. You can see the city and the Moccasin Bend from the infamous Lookout Mountain. Listen to the episode on Chickamauga to learn about President Abraham Lincoln's campaign to gain control of the South in the 1860s. It was a place of both Confederate and Union victories. https://www.visitchattanooga.com/things-to-do/ https://www.visitchattanooga.com/plan/transportation/   The Zoo was a highlight, with a giraffe named George gladly accepting lunch from my hands to his 18-inch tongue. It seems that George loves romaine lettuce. Who would have guessed that? That experience was a treat. Kids like it, too. An assortment of other animals makes for a few hours of seeing wildlife at the Chattanooga Zoo. Walk across the Pedestrian Bridge and the riverfront along the Tennessee River to get a flavor of the city. I walked the bridge at night, and it was a sparkling river with no watercraft because the weather was rainy and threatened winds. The Northshore District has trendy boutiques, galleries, and food choices; you can walk everywhere. You can also learn much about the Civil War from an organized guided walking tour of the area. I did get to see the historic train station, the Chattanooga Choo Choo. Parts of the terminal building were recently sold, so check the show notes for the latest. https://www.local3news.com/local-news/preserve-chattanooga-sells-part-of-chattanooga-choo-choo-complex/article_a8d7781e-dbe5-11ee-abba-0b98f22b8f70.html I also enjoyed Ruby Falls and will create a special episode about that destination soon. On my next visit, I plan to Explore the Tennessee Aquarium and dive into the fascinating world of marine life at one of the top-rated aquariums in the country. From river otters to penguins, the Tennessee Aquarium showcases various aquatic animals. I did a few hikes on this trip, but most of the days, it rained, so I will return and hike more. Chattanooga is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. You can go hiking on nearby trails like Stringers Ridge or Raccoon Mountain or try rock climbing at the Tennessee Wall, if you have that talent, or just go and watch the climbers. Next time I come, I may also Attend a Performance at the Tivoli Theatre: Catch a show at the beautifully restored Tivoli Theatre, which hosts concerts, Broadway shows, and ballets. My last item on the next time list is to Relax at Coolidge Park: Spend a leisurely afternoon at Coolidge Park, located along the riverfront. Picnic in the grass, ride the antique carousel, or simply enjoy the scenic views. Today's Misstep- Getting stopped by TSA security How did I know that carrying a squash in my bag would keep me from getting through security the first time? It took an extra five minutes to get my bag checked. And then I did it again. I brought a squash on a second trip, and TSA stopped me for a short while Next time, don't bring fresh squash on the trip in your carry on. Today's Travel Advice- Plan for the unexpected. There's no such thing as being fully prepared, so prepare for what could happen, and in your mind how you may deal with that. Connect with Dr. Travelbest 5 Steps to Solo Travel website Dr. Mary Travelbest X Dr. Mary Travelbest Facebook Page Dr. Mary Travelbest Facebook Group Dr. Mary Travelbest Instagram Dr. Mary Travelbest Podcast Dr. Travelbest on TikTok Dr.Travelbest onYouTube In the news  

There's nothing quite like springtime in Knoxville ... except for summertime. OK, fall and winter are awesome too.  Knoxville has plenty to offer any time of year, from mouth-watering bars and restaurants to family-friendly festivals to natural amenities like the Urban Wilderness.  But with summer quickly approaching, hosts Ryan Wilusz and Brianna Paciorka share their bucket list of things they hope to accomplish before football season picks up – things like finding their go-to place, enjoying the river and trying ice cream from a classic Knoxville fixture (no, it's not Cruze Farm).   What activities are on your bucket list? >> Link: 23 things you have to do in Scruffy City "The Scruffy Stuff" is presented by knoxnews.com. Want more downtown analysis? Sign up for the free weekly Urban Knoxville newsletter by clicking here, and join the downtown discussion by becoming part of the Urban Knoxville group on Facebook.

A proposed high-rise along the Tennessee River would be one of the first things people see when entering downtown from the south, but the design is still up for debate.  While developers have expressed to stakeholders the challenges of building on a sloped riverside site, the Design Review Board wants them to go back to the drawing board to brainstorm how the project will better benefit the public.  Growth and development reporters Ryan Wilusz and Silas Sloan discuss what must happen for this project to move forward and how a successful development could change the way people experience and interact with the western edge of downtown.  >> Link: Why 16-story apartment building planned downtown has to rethink its design "The Scruffy Stuff" is presented by knoxnews.com. Want more downtown analysis? Sign up for the free weekly Urban Knoxville newsletter by clicking here, and join the downtown discussion by becoming part of the Urban Knoxville group on Facebook.

A dinosaur or an abnormally large catfish? Either way something lurks in the Tennessee River and its stories have been told since the 1800's. Some believe it carries an omen of death, while others believe there may be more than one lurking under those murky waters. Listen in as we dive deep into the lore of the Tennessee Terror also known as Catzilla.   Send us your ghost, alien, & other bizarre stories for our season 5 finale! You can email or DM us on the links below. Instagram: @ammpod Twitter: @ammpod1 TikTok: @ammpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Appalachianmm/ Contact us at: appalachianmm@gmail.com Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrmPdQzD63J_u6oqfpWxqSg

AP correspondent Norman Hall reports on the discovery of the body of a Missouri student in a Tennessee river.

Dave and Chuck the Freak talk about Pizza Hut's new hold music, how McDonald's prepares its onions, Red Lobster's endless lobster, National Margarita Day, National Chili Day, waitress fired after getting $10,000 tip, woman buys scammers Applebee's gift cards instead of Apple gift cards, blown back by beer at brewery, Mars simulator looking for subjects, MLB's horrible new Fanatic jerseys, odds to win the World Series, how much Travis Kelce spend on Taylor Swift for Valentine's Day, Rust movie lawsuit update, Wendy Williams' family speaks out, actor Anthony Ramos is a secret Prince, Wolfman sues Paramount, Christina Aguilera and Airbnb collab, man arrested for stealing bacon and ammo from Walmart, man busted with rocket launcher in his car, Red Roof Inn is a hot bed for arrests, homeless man sets Carl Jr manager's car on fire, 16-figure haul stolen from home, driver hits tree while getting road head, parents name daughter Harlot, have you ever busted a perv?, woman drives into Beef ‘O' Brady's, cop drives into Tennessee River with arrestee in back of patrol car, people are picking sports betting over sex, fired British Navy sailor wins sex tape contest, female truck driver arrested in Ohio with more than 600 warrants, man arrested driving with ski mask and firearm, leg found on subway, people aren't going to the gym because of Ozempic, all the different words for drunk in the English language, Indian man steals Labrador then gets put in dog's kennel for 5 hours, and more!

Tabby Smith, a 35-year-old mother of two, had just been detained by Deputy RJ Leonard on February 14 when the deputy accidentally drove his patrol car into the Tennessee River. Deputy Leonard, who graduated from the police academy in December, had just texted his wife about making his first arrest. Smith was found covered in mud and still handcuffed in the submerged vehicle. Deputy Leonard's body was recovered later outside the car. Law&Crime's Jesse Weber breaks down the terrifying story with Brookford, North Carolina Police Chief Will Armstrong.HOST:Jesse Weber: https://twitter.com/jessecordweberLAW&CRIME SIDEBAR PRODUCTION:YouTube Management - Bobby SzokePodcasting - Sam GoldbergVideo Editing - Michael DeiningerScript Writing & Producing - Savannah WilliamsonGuest Booking - Alyssa Fisher & Diane KayeSocial Media Management - Vanessa BeinSTAY UP-TO-DATE WITH THE LAW&CRIME NETWORK:Watch Law&Crime Network on YouTubeTV: https://bit.ly/3td2e3yWhere To Watch Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3akxLK5Sign Up For Law&Crime's Daily Newsletter: https://bit.ly/LawandCrimeNewsletterRead Fascinating Articles From Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3td2IqoLAW&CRIME NETWORK SOCIAL MEDIA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawandcrime/Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawCrimeNetworkFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawandcrimeTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/lawandcrimenetworkTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawandcrimeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode we welcome author Steve Causey to chat about his book "The LBL Massacre" and he recounts many witness reports of Dogmen in The Land Between The Lakes (LBL) National Recreation Area that spans between Northern Middle Tennessee and Southeastern Kentucky. Land Between The Lakes is a large strip of land inbetween two valleys that were dammed and flooded by the TVA to provide hydroelectric power. The dammed up Tennessee River created Kentucky Lake and the dammed up Cumberland River created Lake Barkley. By the early 1960's all residence were forced off of this land and it became a National Recreation Area. Hiking, camping, watersports, with many more outdoors activities are offered throughout the area.Grab a copy of "The LBL Massacre" and connect with Steve Causey at the links belowhttps://www.facebook.com/steve.causey.399https://www.amazon.com/LBL-Massacre-Steve-Causey-ebook/dp/B0C3YCHWYC/ref=sr_1_1?crid=UWNI7MQD4Y6F&keywords=steve+causey&qid=1707777929&sprefix=steve+causey%2Caps%2C191&sr=8-1Host Eric and the show on the interwebs https://www.facebook.com/eric.freeman.1048https://www.instagram.com/theunseenparanormalpodcast/https://twitter.com/TheUnseenParahttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7Nm2o2t_a1TlqDgqlpxxUghttps://www.facebook.com/groups/1048687775648517https://www.facebook.com/UnseenParanormalPodcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-unseen-paranormal-podcast--5862293/support.

Anita Beshirs was born in Batesville, Mississippi, because the small Southern town her family lived in didn't have a hospital.   Welcome to our Valentine's 2024 episode all about Anita and her husband, Lester Raww. In Part 1, we'll get to know Lester and Anita through the stories of their childhood and early adult years.   Anita's dad was a Church of Christ minister who, along with her mom, never drank or even took medicinal drugs. Anita is the third child in her family (she has two older brothers) and when she just two years old, their parents moved them to the Cameroon jungle on missionary work.   The family lived in Africa in a house made of concrete blocks and with a tin roof. Anita spent the first six years of her life with no TV or radio and so she was forced to make her own fun. She was home schooled by her mom because her dad was busy doing his church work.   After four years, the family returned to Mississippi, now in the college town of Oxford, where Anita started grade school. She says she didn't want to go to college right away because she didn't know what she wanted to do with her life. But her parents insisted that she go to Christian college, which meant a school called Harding University in Arkansas. This is where Lester and Anita met, but more on that after we hear the story of Lester's early life.   His mom grew up in Florence, Alabama, near the Tennessee River and not far from Muscle Shoals. She moved to Florida and met his dad, who was a fighter pilot in the Navy. Lester has one older brother, born not long before him. Their dad was in and out of Navy and the family moved around, first to San Diego, then back to Flordia, and finally to Virginia, where Lester finished high school.   Because his family was also in the Church of Christ and his brother had gone to Harding, Lester chose the school, mostly as a way to escape life in Virginia. He had grown apart from the church when he was 13 and a friend introduced him to things like books by Robert Anton Wilson and William S. Burroughs, marijuana, and prog rock. Lester started playing guitar around this time, but we'll get more into that in Part 2.   Anita and Lester remember first meeting in their first year at college in the campus quad. Anita's first impression was, Oh god, this guy is such a freak. They didn't date for another four years, but hung out with a lot of the same people. Then, in her sophomore year, Anita spent a semester abroad in Florence. She came back a changed person.   At this point in the conversation, we hear them each describe was they were like as young adults. Anita says she was a bit of a prankster, but Lester's stories take pranks to another level. Because of their respective shenanigans, they were each "dormed" at Harding, which was the school's form of detention punishment. We all share a hearty laugh over this.   Anita says that at Harding, it was the first time in her life that she was popular. She was recruited into a social club (their version of Greek sororities) and was a rising star in Christian leadership. She liked it enough, but again, Italy changed her. Slowly, she stopped believing in god and Jesus.   Lester shares stories of how they and others would sneak in drinking and smoking cigarettes while at Harding. Slowly, Anita was finding a new identity and crowd of friends, including Lester. She left Harding for Ole Miss but went back because she figured out that she could graduate faster at Harding. The couple really started hanging out regularly in their fourth years of college. Both had dated others and in fact, Anita set Lester up with some of her friends. Lester had never got serious with anyone at Harding, though.   It was Anita's goal to get out of Harding unmarried. Her future husband wanted to move to New York to pursue a music career, and she was just ready to live a little, wherever. She broke up with her boyfriend in early 1990 and soon after this, the two got together.   Check back next week for Part 2 and the conclusion of our Valentine's 2024 episode.   Photography by Jeff Hunt   We recorded this episode at Antia's art studio on Divisadero on a rainy day in January 2024.

Back in the 1970s, the Tennessee Valley Authority built what remains one of the largest energy storage facilities in the world: a pumped-storage hydropower plant. A pump takes water from the Tennessee River, shoots it up a giant shaft and holds it there until electric power needs peak during the day. At that point, the water is allowed to drain back down, spinning turbines that can generate enough power for a million homes. It’s almost like a gravity-powered battery as big as a cathedral … buried deep inside a mountain. Marketplace’s Lily Jamali spoke with Robert Kunzig, a freelance journalist who recently wrote about this in depth for the publication Science. He says pumped-storage hydro is attracting a lot of interest, thanks in part to generous tax credits from the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act.

Back in the 1970s, the Tennessee Valley Authority built what remains one of the largest energy storage facilities in the world: a pumped-storage hydropower plant. A pump takes water from the Tennessee River, shoots it up a giant shaft and holds it there until electric power needs peak during the day. At that point, the water is allowed to drain back down, spinning turbines that can generate enough power for a million homes. It’s almost like a gravity-powered battery as big as a cathedral … buried deep inside a mountain. Marketplace’s Lily Jamali spoke with Robert Kunzig, a freelance journalist who recently wrote about this in depth for the publication Science. He says pumped-storage hydro is attracting a lot of interest, thanks in part to generous tax credits from the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act.

Danny and Della were a couple living together in Camden, Tennessee and they were planning their spring wedding. Danny was a pastor's kid who was a professional scuba diver and made his living diving for mussel shells in the Tennessee River. Della was a shy girl, loved majorettes and was working in a near by factor. On January 16th, 1991 the couples modest home was burnt to almost nothing. Danny's truck, trailer and $3000 worth of mussels were missing. Unfortunately the bones of Danny and Della would be found in the couch springs, the couples dog was almost killed by the flames. Who would kill a nice couple in small town Benton County? And why? Watch early and listen wherever you download podcast every Monday @expiredpodcast @expiredpodcastchatt @expiredpodcast423 #podcastaddict #truecrime #crime #macibookout #podcast #nataliegard #expiredpodcast Support the show

The Alabama Freshwater Fishing report is your best resource for the Lake Guntersville Fishing Report, Weiss Lake Fishing Report, Lake Eufaula Fishing Report, Mobile Tensaw Delta Fishing Report, and all the creeks, rivers, and reservoirs in between. First up this week we've got Jason Whitehead coming in from Lake Guntersville on the Tennessee River.Jason has been finding success in some places that may surprise you during this cold weather, but like many anglers in the state he's also spending his time planning for some upcoming tournaments and getting ready for the spawning season. Joining us as we discuss the importance of tackle organization, scouting, and staying tuned-in to developments in fishing techniques, even if you're a seasoned guide. Next up we have Clayton Batts on Lake Eufaula on the Chattahoochee River. Clayton is reporting fewer but bigger fish this time of the year, and also staying busy on cold days by getting ready for next year. Stay tuned to learn about boat and sonar maintenance and tips for saving on tackle by buying in bulk. Rounding out this week's show we have Stephen Rockarts with Fly Fish Alabama over on the Cahaba River. This week, Stephen expounds on the importance of cleaning and maintaining your fly line, and talks about his personal philosophy when it comes to learning river systems. It's all brought to you, whether it's good, bad, or ugly. Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you listen to podcasts, and don't forget to text the word "fishing" to (646) 495-9867 or click here to be added to our email list, and we'll send you the new show each week! All Alabama Freshwater Fishing Report email subscribers receive an AFTCO FREE SUN PROTECTION MASK promo code for any purchase!   Sponsors Buck's Island Marine Crocodile Bay Dixie Supply Fishbites Hayabusa USA Hilton's Offshore Charts KillerDock L&M Marine Mallard Bay Southeastern Pond Management Texas Hunter  

Show Notes:  https://wetflyswing.com/549 Presented By: Skwala, Dette Flies, Drifthook Fly Fishing Step into the wild with Hal Herring as he shares captivating stories of hunting, fishing, and the great outdoors. Hal delves into his early experiences, the roots of his passion for conservation, and the exciting initiatives he's leading. We also hear about the Backcountry Hunters and Anglers Podcast and Blast and get a sneak peek into Hal's upcoming book. Don't miss out on the excitement – tune in and discover the extraordinary tales that await in the great outdoors! Show Notes with Hal Herring on Backcountry Hunters and Anglers.  01:41 - Hal Herring tells us about his early experiences hunting and fishing. 06:00 - Hal acknowledges that his parents' decision to move to the countryside in his youth significantly influenced his life. The experience of farm work during middle and high school later provided him with valuable skills, allowing him to easily secure a job in Montana when he was in his mid-20s. 10:34 - Hal tells us how he got into conservation. Hal emphasizes that his passion for conservation was a natural development rooted in his upbringing, influenced by magazines like Field and Stream, Sports Afield, and Outdoor Life. 14:21 - Hal expresses optimism in the power of conservation efforts. He sees the main obstacle as indifference and highlights the potential for passionate anglers to make meaningful contributions to conservation by fighting for the rivers they fish. 22:43 - Hal tells us the story of how the BHA's Podcast & Blast started. 27:49 - Hal talks about how his writing career started. His writing career gained momentum when his work was acknowledged by publications like Field & Stream. 38:31 - Hal encourages individuals to join conservation groups like Trout Unlimited and Ducks Unlimited, citing their positive impact on small-scale dam removal, creek restoration, and wetlands conservation. 44:00 - Hal talks about Ray Scott, the founder of the Bass Angler Sportsman Society.  Scott's significant legal efforts involved numerous lawsuits against polluters in the Tennessee River system before the enactment of the Clean Water Act in 1972. 50:31 - Hal shares a recent initiative involving the planting of 286,000 sagebrush and bitterbrush in October. BHA Podcast & Blast 53:09 - Hal discusses how he selects topics for the Backcountry Hunters and Anglers Podcast and Blast. 56:00 - Backcountry Hunters and Anglers is a hunting and fishing conservation group focused on issues about public lands. 01:01:10 - Hal emphasizes the importance of getting involved locally and mentions several organizations contributing to conservation efforts, including the Mule Deer Foundation, Ruffed Grouse Society, Pheasants Forever, and the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation. 01:06:00 - We also delve into wolf recovery efforts. 01:19:29 - Hal discusses his upcoming book. The book explores the history and profiles various National Forests and Bureau of Land Management lands. Show Notes:  https://wetflyswing.com/549  

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/547  Presented by: Skwala, Northern Rockies Adventures, Virginia Fly Fishing & Wine Festival Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors  In this episode, Craig Bailey, the man behind Knee Deep Expeditions and author of the e-book, '10 Feet Above Water', shares his unique journey into the realm of fly fishing, having started not with more popular pursuits like trout, but venturing into carp, gar, and buffalo fishing. He explains his fishing methods guided by passion and practicality, ranging from sight-fishing in Tennessee, and saltwater fishing in Belize, to running fishing trips in Mexico, Brazil, and Canada. Episode Chapters with Craig Bailey on Freshwater Sight-fishing 1:28 - Craig grew up in Cincinnati and it was the series called The Walker's Cay Chronicles that got him hooked on fly fishing. 2:36 - He spent a month on an island in Belize to learn fly fishing and do saltwater sight-fishing. 4:18 - He tells us how he got into what he is currently doing at Knee Deep Expeditions when he went back from Punta Gorda, Belize. When he saw the carp episode of The Walker's Cay Chronicles, he came up with the idea of teaching saltwater fishing back home. 6:20 - Eventually, he expanded down to the Tennessee River which he says got everything that he wants in a sight-fishing environment. 7:53 - His guiding season starts from July to August which he says are the best months. 10:15 - He talks about fishing for gar. Two years ago, they caught a 62-inch gar which he got certified by the International Game Fish Association (IGFA). 12:27 - He describes the measuring device that the IGFA uses to certify a catch. 13:20 - A typical fishing trip with their team goes for about three to four days. They also do campfires and go out for dinner. He tells us more about the unique fishing expeditions they do. 16:45 - I ask him for tips for saltwater sight-fishing. He created a fly which he calls a gar fly. It's a small baitfish pattern that is about four inches. 22:11 - He says that the buffalo is the hardest to catch. He can only target them on the sand flats so they can easily see the fly. They have very small mouths so Craig downsizes his carp fly. 29:16 - We talk about the drum. They like rocks and clear water. He also shares his technique for catching carp and buffalo. 31:40 - He shares about his setup which he calls the Walmart set. 33:51 - He gives more valuable tips for successful freshwater and saltwater sight-fishing. He says that it's harder to spot fish in freshwater because the water is not clear. 35:01 - We dig into the importance of proper equipment in sight-fishing. He recommends having a skiff. He uses a 2006 Ranger Banshee fiberglass boat. 35:16 - He wrote a book entitled "10 Feet Above Water". 35:59 - We explore the Tennessee River. He also gives tips on exploring new water. 38:52 - We dig into his book. It has an instructional video. It is exclusively on Apple books. 41:53 - He talks about Thad Robison who has a show on Discovery called "Fish or Die". He fished with Craig's crew two years ago. He also says that the longnose gars are aggressive. Their scales and sheer power are more dangerous than their teeth. So they have their clients wear gloves when handling gar. 44:31 - He trained a group of guys in Punta Gorda, Belize for fishing trips. For him, Belize is the most technical and hardest location they offer. He also mentions other locations where they have partner guides and villas. 46:46 - He also trained military folks so they could get an FFI certification. 49:18 - We talk about the Virginia Fly Fishing and Wine Festival. Their 23rd annual event will be at The Meadow Events Park on January 13th and 14th, 2024. 51:16 - He works with Project Healing Waters and Casting for Recovery. He wrote about that in his book. 52:46 - He commends Capt. Jeff Arnold from Louisiana who is one of his favorite guides. He loves to target Gar. 54:55 - If he could book a fishing trip for himself, he'd go to Exmouth, Australia. 56:31 - He has three species on his list: golden trevally, golden dorado, and golden mahseer. 57:01 - He likes blues and classic rock music like Muddy Waters and B.B. King. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/547 

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! Chattanooga is one of the most haunted cities in the United States. Chattanooga is the home of one of the most famous railways in American history, the site of a historic trade route along the Tennessee River, and the gateway to the Deep South. Chattanooga has a haunted past that still lives through the spirits that roam the city. The dead still roam the streets. Whether it is the ghost of the Delta Queen still lingering from the days of the river trade, the porter who forever roams the grounds of the historic Terminal Station, or the ghosts that have haunted the city from below through its elaborate underground tunnel system, the specter of Chattanooga's past is everywhere. Become a Premium Supporter of The Grave Talks Through Apple Podcasts or Patreon (http://www.patreon.com/thegravetalks) There, you will get: Access to every episode of our show, AD-FREE! Access to every episode of our show before everyone else! Other EXCLUSIVE supporter perks and more!

The Alabama Freshwater Fishing report is your best resource for the Lake Guntersville Fishing Report, Weiss Lake Fishing Report, Lake Eufaula Fishing Report, Mobile Tensaw Delta Fishing Report, and all the creeks, rivers, and reservoirs in between. First up down on the Mobile-Tensaw Delta we have Justin Dunnam. Join us as Justinn talks crappie (white perch), bass, bowfin, and catfish fishing strategies for anglers willing to brave the cold weather this time of the year. We also talk a little about the “cast and blast” opportunities available to outdoorsmen on the Upper and Lower Delta WMAs. Finally, we round out the conversation by discussing the increased attention anglers should give safety as the delta starts to rise due to seasonal flooding. We discuss the importance of always wearing your life jacket, Justin's preferred type of PFD, and how to make sure that you're seen by power boaters when visibility is reduced. Next up we swing north to talk with Jason Whitehead on Lake Guntersville. The bass bite on the Tennessee River system is steady, with bass responding to Alabama rigs, jerk baits, and swimbaits; but the real action this time of year is found in the big schools of wintertime crappie. Join us to learn Jason's secrets for stacking slabs in the livewell, and stick around to hear his tips on cold weather boating safety.  It's all brought to you, whether it's good, bad, or ugly. Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you listen to podcasts, and don't forget to text the word "fishing" to (646) 495-9867 or click here to be added to our email list, and we'll send you the new show each week! All Alabama Freshwater Fishing Report email subscribers receive an AFTCO FREE SUN PROTECTION MASK promo code for any purchase!    Sponsors Buck's Island Marine Crocodile Bay Dixie Supply Fishbites Hayabusa USA Hilton's Offshore Charts KillerDock L&M Marine Mallard Bay Southeastern Pond Management Texas Hunter

Host Chris Jennings is joined by Will Brantley, Field & Stream magazine hunting editor, to discuss Brantley's feature in Ducks Unlimited magazine, Divers the Hard Way. Brantley and Jennings share stories about adventures the two have been on in the past, and what hunting with the next generations means to them. Both share stories about hunting with their kids, and offer some helpful advice to those taking kids afield.  www.ducks.org/DUPodcast

To alleviate burgeoning traffic, 10 possible traffic routes have been proposed for a new Tennessee River bridge in Decatur, a northern Alabama town.  SIX proposed routes cut through Swan Creek WMA, favored by duck hunters for generations, directly and negatively impacting duck hunting in one of the only public properties available regionally. Regional Director Franz Schnabl, along with Alabama Delta Waterfowl volunteers James Moyer, Keaton Kenny, Connor Forteberry and Kylie Suchy explain the debacle and why it matters no matter where in the US you live and duck hunt! Sign the petition below!   Related Info: Petition--Support Swan Creek WMA https://actnow.io/cgqWq3i     Podcast Sponsors:   Benelli Shotguns https://www.benelliusa.com/shotguns/waterfowl-shotguns BOSS Shotshells https://bossshotshells.com/ Ducks Unlimited https://www.ducks.org Flash Back Decoys https://www.duckcreekdecoys.com/ HuntProof Premium Waterfowl App  https://huntproof.app Tetra Hearing https://tetrahearing.com/ Mojo Outdoors https://www.mojooutdoors.com/p Tom Beckbe https://tombeckbe.com/ Voormi https://voormi.com/ GetDucks.com USHuntList.com     It really is duck season somewhere for 365 days per year. Follow Ramsey Russell's worldwide duck hunting adventures as he chases real duck hunting experiences year-round: Instagram @ramseyrussellgetducks YouTube @GetDucks Facebook @GetDucks.com   Please subscribe, rate and review Duck Season Somewhere podcast. Share your favorite episodes with friends! Business inquiries and comments contact Ramsey Russell ramsey@getducks.com