Podcast appearances and mentions of Tony Gonzalez

Middle Tennessee got a lasting infusion of a different cultural flavor when a devastating storm sent people running here from the Southern coastline. Plus the local news for August 31, 2026 and data center noise.  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

Recent raids of illegal mini-casinos spur memories of a notable sting operation from the 1980s. Plus the local news for August 28, 2026 and new music from Alabama Shakes. 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

This week is supposed to be about emphasizing the protections in place for workers, but right now we're hearing about dangerous violations of those rules, too. Plus the local news for August 27, 2026 and Margo Price on protest songs. 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

Nashville is in mourning for Dolly. We pay tribute after the passing of a beloved entertainer in the  local news for August 26, 2026  and discuss a topic she championed: the importance of young children. 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

The story of the Bat Creek Stone. Plus the local news for August 25, 2026 and Johnny Cash's archives. 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

It's time for officials to get into the weeds of how surveillance technology is used and regulated. Plus the local news for August 24, and the secrecy surrounding data centers. 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

On the anniversary of a law that requires kids to be cared for as kids, wherever they come from, a look at ways officials are trying to change that. Plus the local news for August 21, 2026 and how Houston Kendrick bounced back with a little help from friends. 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

There's a nearly year-and-a-half difference between the date we learned in history class and the day President Andrew Johnson declared the Civil War over. And Tennessee's most prominent figures had end dates of their own. Plus the local news for August 20, 2026 and more from WPLN and ProPublica's latest investigation into youth detention facilities in Tennessee. 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

Mary Anderson made it possible for all of us to drive in bad weather, but she was ahead of her time. Plus the local news for August 19, 2026 and this week's edition of What Where Whens-day. 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

Conservation groups often sue for better enforcement of federal environmental laws. Two Tennessee cases are at the vanguard of a push to end the practice. Plus the local news for August 11, 2026 and black lung rates back on the rise. 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

A remarkably well-preserved shoe helps us picture the ancient people who used to live here. Plus the local news for August 10, 2026 and school security.  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

The results of yesterday's primary elections and a look back at the 2000 election that painted Tennessee red. Plus the local news for August 7, 2026 and remembering Martha Ingram. 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

Pro Football Hall of Famer/Thursday Night Football Analyst Tony Gonzalez and Rich preview the upcoming NFL season including Aaron Donald's possible return to the Los Angeles Rams, why he's picking the Kansas City Chiefs to win the AFC West despite Patrick Mahomes' return from a season-ending knee injury and Travis Kelce's age, and reveals if he regrets saying ‘no' when Tom Brady once tried to get him to come out of retirement to join him and Rob Gronkowski on a Super Bowl-winning Patriots team. Writer/director/actor Eli Roth joins Rich in-studio where he reveals that his new ‘Ice Cream Man' horror flick is his goriest movie yet, explains how seeing the sci/fi classic thriller ‘Alien' as a kid made him want to get into filmmaking, says what he learned from being directed by Quentin Tarantino and starring opposite Oscar winner Christoph Waltz in ‘Inglourious Basterds,' and more. ‘Women's Sports Now on ESPN' host Suzy Shuster drops by the studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dinah Shore grew up in an immigrant home in Middle Tennessee. She ended up a fixture in homes all across the United States. Plus the local news for August 6, 2026 and the line dancing resurgence. 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

We all have a general sense that tourists pay more in Music City; here's a look at just how we tax them. Plus the local news for August 5, 2026 and this week's edition of What Where Whens-day. 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

Breaking down what a Nuclear Lifecycle Campus could be in Tennessee. Plus the local news for August 4, 2026 and an exception to the datacenter boom. 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

As long as there have been elections, there have been efforts to limit who can vote. Plus the local news for August 3, 2026 and Shakespeare in prison 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

Tennessee has had two tracks of action after Charlie Kirk's death. One limits free speech, the other has ended in legal settlements for limiting people's free speech. Plus the local news for July 31, 2026 and hellbenders 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

Tennessee's electric grid was built on a renewable power, but poor efficiency and increased reliance on fossil fuels are at the center of the current landscape. Plus the local news for July 30, 2026 and Curious Nashville finds out what happened to a statue that used to sit at the top of the city's skyline. 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

Middle Tennessee is now home to half of Tennessee's law schools, but the first one decamped to Alabama decades ago. Plus the local news for July 29, 2026 and this week's edition of What Where Whens-day. 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

Tony Gonzalez, is your host tonight, on July 29, 2026. And this evening, my relatives, tonight being July and all. All across Indian country is a time for renewal and with ceremonies all across the land, such as in California, with the Bear Dance ceremonies going on. And in the plains region, such as in South Dakota, where the Sun Dances are during this time, I want to play you a lecture by, Richard Moose Camp, a spiritual man. He talks to us about spirituality, family, and responsibility, and about his book, “My Grandfather's Altar.” The Bay Native Circle weekly program presents special guests and explores today's Native issues, peoples, cultures, music & events with rotating hosts Morning Star Gali, Tony Gonzales, Eddie Madril and Janeen Antoine. The post Bay Native Circle – July 29, 2026 – Tony Gonzales hosts w/ Richard Moosecamp appeared first on KPFA.

Now that license plate readers are in place over much of Tennessee, there's a bill to limit future rollout. Plus the local news for July 28, 2026 and the MTSU tie to Supergirl. 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

Here are interviews with the three people facing off in the Republican Primary for Kenosha County Sheriff on Tuesday, August 11th: (the order of these interviews was determined by random draw)- David Zoerner, Tony Gonzalez, and James Beller. (Zoerner is the current sheriff. Gonzalez and Beller are challenging him in the Republican primary.). We are also posting each interview separately.

This is the interview we recorded with Tony Gonzalez ahead of the upcoming Republican primary on August 11th for Kenosha County Sheriff. (We also have interviews with the other two candidates.).

Twice in Nashville history, allegations of financial wrongdoing reached such a fever pitch that the state took over the purse strings and the mayors were pushed out of office. Plus the local news for July 27, 2026 and how AI datasets impact musicians. 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

As much housing as we've built in recent years, our city still doesn't have enough places for people to live. But population trends suggest that we shouldn't assume this growth will last forever. Plus the local news for July 24, 2026 and playing baseball by ear. 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

Nashville may attempt to stop a data center project by using eminent domain, Rutherford County is considering it for obtaining the land for a public safety campus, but how does the process work in Tennessee? Plus the local news for July 23, 2026 and Nashville's booming boot business. 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

Normally, the identities of people who carry out an execution are kept firmly secret. That private detail has been made public. Plus the local news for July 22, 2026 and this week's edition of What Where Whens-day. 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

As he does each month, Mayor Freddie O'Connell is here to take your questions and to hear your comments.It's been a busy summer. Today we jump in with the latest on data center regulation, police surveillance tech, Cheekwood tension and the Boring tunnel. There are points of tension we will ask about. But so much flies under the radar. This is your moment to make Nashville's leader aware of what's going on. Or get a question answered.Plus, This is Curious Nashville takes up a question about the ubiquitous kudzu — an aggressive, invasive vine that grows so prominently in our region. WUOT reporter and host Jacqui Sieber and WPLN editor and Curious Nashville host Tony Gonzalez answer, hoe did kudzu first get introduced to the area? Guests: Freddie O'Connell, mayor, Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County

From a political fight (that compared Nashville to Sodom) to an untimely death and unusual grave, the story behind Tennessee's physical seat of government has more twists than you might expect. Plus the local news for July 21, 2026 and reclaiming the American flag. 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

Tennessee officials have made some attempt to lure a major motion picture studio to relocate here. That raises questions about what a move might actually bring. Plus the local news for July 20, 2026 and IMAX. 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

This date was a deadly one in Tennessee eleven years ago, with some parallels to another shooting in 2025. Plus the local news for July 16, 2026 and the importance of DJs to Nashville R&B. 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

There once was a time when an American could swear allegiance to another nation and still become president. Plus the local news for July 15, 2026 and this week's edition of What Where Whens-day. 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

On one end of the state, a historic landmark celebrating the important legacy of Alex Haley and the family story he told in Roots. On the other end, a school district's decisions that made Haley's book the poster child for the book banning debates. Plus the local news for July 14, 2026 and the contracting of access to TennCare. 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

As the debate over datacenter regulation rages in local government meetings, a large firm has hired some heavy-hitters to clear the way for more facilities. Plus the local news for July 13, 2026 and musician Tray Wellington 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

When science and religion went head-to-head in a small-town Tennessee courtroom, the entire nation watched. Plus the local news for July 10, 2026 and hamburger influencing. 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

Tennessee now requires county sheriffs to coordinate with federal immigration agencies. Metro's sheriff says he's the one exception. Plus the local news for July 9, 2026 and a Curious Nashville investigation of a microscopic typo. 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

Hosting this year's World's Cup seems to have driven a new level of American interest in soccer. Major League Soccer teams like Nashville's are poised to take advantage when their season resumes. Plus the local news for July 8, 2026 and this week's edition of What Where Whens-day. 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

When there's a miscarriage of justice, fixing the problem is a hard task. Plus the local news for July 7, 2026 and bats role as a signal species. 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

Send us Fan MailWhat does it take to build a global company that competes with the biggest names in the industry while never losing sight of its people?On Episode 97 of The Plant Movement Podcast, Willie Rodriguez sits down with Tony Gonzalez, Founder, CEO, and Chairman of Tire Group International (TGI), to discuss the journey of building one of the world's leading tire distribution companies from the ground up.Tony shares the remarkable story behind his family's tire business, which began in Cuba in 1942, and how he founded TGI in 1992 before launching the Cosmo Tires and Astro Tires brands. He also opens up about selling a majority stake of the company to Roger Penske's private equity group in 2011 and the incredible journey of buying the company back in 2022.This episode goes far beyond tires. It's a masterclass on leadership, company culture, customer experience, branding, and creating a business that people genuinely want to be part of.Topics include:The history of Tire Group International and the Gonzalez family's entrepreneurial journeyBuilding Cosmo Tires into a global value brand competing with premium manufacturersThe engineering, testing, and investment behind designing proprietary tire linesGrowing from an export-focused company to a dominant force in the U.S. marketChoosing business partners based on values, trust, and long-term relationshipsWhy customer experience is a competitive advantage—from no-hassle warranties to surprise swag deliveriesCreating the Tire Delivery Specialist program and redefining service in the wholesale industryHow simple ideas like "Lollipop Friday" strengthen customer relationshipsBuilding a culture where employees become owners through the TGI Owners GroupWhy honesty, transparency, and keeping your word matter more than short-term profitsTony's philosophy that money is the byproduct of doing the right things consistentlyThroughout the conversation, Tony explains how attention to detail, relentless innovation, and investing in people have allowed TGI to grow while maintaining the family culture that has defined the company for decades.Whether you're an entrepreneur, business owner, sales professional, or simply looking to build a stronger company, this episode is packed with practical lessons on leadership, branding, customer service, and creating a business that lasts.Success isn't built by chasing money, it's built by serving people, honoring your values, and doing the little things better than anyone else.

After the legislative session and around the start of July comes the next phase in the annual cycle of lawmaking: court cases seeking to stop or alter new laws. Plus the local news for July 6, 2026 and echoes between the new Nashville Congressional districts and an old North Nashville wound 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

Brandon Herrera, the AK Guy-turned-congressional candidate for Texas' 23rd District, joins Morning Wire to talk gun rights progress under the Trump administration, his path from YouTube gun content creator to GOP nominee after the scandal that ended predecessor Tony Gonzalez's career, and why Texas Republicans aren't sweating the "turning blue" narrative. Get the facts first with Morning Wire.- - -Ep. 2876- - -Wake up with new Morning Wire merch: https://bit.ly/4lIubt3- - -Today's Sponsors:Alliance Defending Freedom - If you believe in the freedom to practice your religion — this is an opportunity to take action. Visit https://JoinADF.com/WIRE to sign the petition today.Lean - Get 20% off when you enter code WIRE at https://TakeLean.com - - -Privacy Policy: https://www.dailywire.com/privacymorning wire,morning wire podcast,the morning wire podcast,Georgia Howe,John Bickley,daily wire podcast,podcast,news podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

250 years of American independence doesn't exactly mean 250 years of 4th of July celebrations. A look at how Nashville has marked the day through the years. Plus the local news for July 2, 2026 and Tennessee communities find their own ways to celebrate the nation's milestone.   Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public RadioHost/producer: Nina Cardona Editor: LaTonya TurnerAdditional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Megan Jones and the staff of WPLN and WNXP

The establishment of the Smithsonian Institution raised some unusual Constitutional questions on the watch of one Tennessee president, and the matter was resolved under another. Plus the local news for July 1, 2026 and this week's edition of What Where Whens-day. 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

Tennessee was slow to adopt a 9-1-1 system, but soon became the leader of the pack in bringing new technology on board. Plus the local news for June 30, 2026 and Tennessee's changing hemp laws. 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

The Great Replacement conspiracy theory fueled the Holocaust. Its reemerging in Middle Tennessee. Plus the local news for June 29, 2026 and Health Q on caregiving. 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

The roots of our community are more tangled than the history that's traditionally been told. Plus the local news for June 26, 2026 and how The Hermitage talks about slavery. 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

Dry conditions could harm Tennessee's farmers, or precipitation could turn things around. Plus the local news for June 25, 2026 and expanding access to the arts. 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

What started as an air force base is now Tennessee's third-largest airport, but you probably will never fly in or out of it. Plus the local news for June 24, 2026 and this week's edition of What Where Whens-Day 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

Leave an Amazon Rating or Review for my New York Times Bestselling book, Make Money Easy! Check out the full episode: https://lewishowes.com/podcast/tony-gonzalez-what-it-takes-to-become-the-greatest-of-all-time/ Former NFL tight end Tony Gonzalez discusses effective strategies for overcoming fear and self-doubt. He stresses the importance of believing in yourself and replacing negative self-talk with affirmations of your talents and abilities. Additional tips include visualization - picturing yourself succeeding, meditation to calm the mind, and taking incremental steps out of your comfort zone to build confidence. Gonzalez emphasizes that fears are learned, and we can learn to "unlearn" them by shifting our mindset and building our mental strength. He suggests writing down irrational fears and replacing them with rational responses. Overall, Gonzalez provides an inspiring mix of psychological and performance techniques to help listeners move past their fears in pursuit of their goals. Sign up for the Greatness newsletter! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.