Podcasts about upper cumberland

Join Kosta and his guest: Alex Garcia, Mayor of Monterey, TN. In this episode: When you were elected as Mayor, one of your greater missions was to be a new voice for Monterey. You wanted to represent Monterey in Putnam County and across the Upper Cumberland. When you think about Monterey, and how you want it to be represented, what does that mean to you? Earlier this year, we found out about the closure of Perdue Farms. This was devastating news for Monterey and the entire community. From the moment you found out you were working on rebuilding those employment opportunities and you've done an outstanding job. In your opinion, what's the next major industry of Monterey? You served as Alderman for several cycles before running for Mayor. You've watched and helped Monterey grow to this point. When you leave office, what will true success look like to you? Find out more about Monterey, TN:https://www.townofmontereytn.com/Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partner Sabrina Brazle, The Realty Firm.Find out more about Sabrina Brazle:https://www.sabrinabrazle.com/

Join Kosta and his guest: Diana Mandli, scholar, entrepreneur, founder and former owner of the Bull and Thistle Gastropub. In this episode: Last week we talked with our friend Mark Dudney about the history of Jackson County and what brought us here today. Gainesboro is having a renaissance and it's impossible to talk about the future of Jackson County without the woman that helped start it all. When you opened the Bull and Thistle in 2013 did you have any idea this would create a chain reaction that would bring Gainesboro back to life? Like the rest of the Upper Cumberland, you have growing pains. More business. More restaurants. More people. More opportunities. More questions. For anyone that's asking - what's going on in Jackson County? What do you say? Change is scary. I know that's the understatement of the year, but it rings through this entire conversation and Jackson County. Change is scary. How do we see the entire Upper Cumberland through the change and decisions we have to make right now? Find out more about Visiting Jackson County:https://linktr.ee/ExploreJCTNBetter Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Miss Sallie's Market.Find out more about Miss Sallie's Market:https://www.misssallies.com

Join Kosta and his guest: Mark Dudney, Public Historian, Regional Planner, Producer, and Educator. In this episode:They say all press is good press. I'm going to ask you later in the episode if you think that's true, but for now I want to start with the question on everyone's mind: what do you do when white christian nationalists move in next door? Earlier this month you shared a touching testimonial about how you're feeling in this moment. As a native of Jackson County you spoke from the heart and for that, we're all grateful. This is a deeply polarizing and painful time for many Tennesseeans and to put it bluntly, it's scary to speak up. At what point did you decide there was no other choice? Jackson County isn't a blank page waiting for a story to be written on, in fact, the Gainesboro area has over a century of rich and diverse history that's helped shape the Upper Cumberland into what it is today. As a historian, what lessons from the past have prepared Jackson County for today?Find out more about Visiting Jackson County: https://linktr.ee/ExploreJCTNBetter Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy.Find out more about Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy:https://aspirebarberandbeauty.com

Join Kosta and his guest: Mark Farley, Executive Director of UCHRA, UCDD and Core Partner of Empower UC. In this episode: Many Americans are questioning how well state and federally funded services really work for this country and if the price tag justifies the outcomes. For anyone listening and thinking, this is just more government bloat - what do you say to them?I want to talk about single parents because I know this is a part of our community you care for deeply. How is UCHRA, UCDD and EmpowerUC working to assist single parents and help to end the cycle of poverty for over 1,600 children in the Upper Cumberland? Why is it so important that we focus on these parents and kids?The median home sold price in Cookeville for February 2025 was $340,000, with 10% down that'd be about $2,000 a month with current interest rates. The median individual income as of 2023 census data was $30,400 annually. Before tax for all of us bad at math that's $2,533 per month meaning it's mathematically impossible for the average single parent in Cookeville to afford a home. What do we need to do to make sure the people who work here can live here?Find out more about UCHRA:https://uchra.org/Find out more about UCDD: https://ucdd.org/Find out more about Empower UC:https://empoweruppercumberland.org/

During this episode of the Local Matters podcast, discover the Impact of Community Options and Service Groups in the Upper Cumberland as our host George Halford sits down with Meika McClendon And Karen Callahan. They talk all about how Community Options serves the area, how they work with people who have intellectual disabilities, and more! Listen To The Local Matters Podcast Today! News Talk 94.1

Join Kosta and his guests: Catherine Jackson, Executive Officer of The Home Builders Association of the Upper Cumberland and Katie Hall, General Manager at Cookeville Kitchen Sales. In this episode: Building a house is like making a cake from scratch - I don't know how. Let's start there, because for most of us buying an existing home is confusing enough, what's it like to build a house? From 2014 to 2024, the median price of a 3-bedroom house in Putnam County has increased over 115%. Buying a home is mathematically impossible for the majority of the Upper Cumberland. How can building more homes help bring down demand and cost? How does building a new home in 2025 compare to buying a similar home at the same price point? Is it comparable or are there other factors we need to consider? Find out more about The Home Builders Association of the Upper Cumberland:https://uchba.com/

Hear our host Dr. Jennifer Mabry and Dr. Emily Lee as they discuss Nutrition with Dr. Holly Bundrant from Hope and Health Nutrition here in Cookeville Tennessee. They talk all about National Nutrition Month, her role as a registered dietician in the Upper Cumberland, what makes healthy eating habits important, and more! Listen To The Local Matters Podcast Today! News Talk 94.1

*Disclaimer/Trigger Warning* This episode may not be appropriate for all ages and audiences as it contains candid conversations about child abuse, child predators, child sex offenders and cyber crime. Join Kosta and his guests: Lt. Heather Marshall, Public Information Officer and Detective Conor Sparkman from Cookeville Police Department. In this episode: We say this in every episode, but the Upper Cumberland is changing. We don't live in the same world we grew up in and maybe that's the scariest part of all. Kids don't have to leave their room to find themselves in a dangerous place. In this episode, we'll talk about how to keep our children safe online and offline, but first, let's start with what makes the internet a scary place for our kids to be? There's always a feeling like this could never happen to me. Cybercrime seems like something that happens on shows or movies, but it wouldn't happen to us. How prevalent is this kind of behavior here in Cookeville and across Tennessee? Do you think most parents are really aware of what their kids are doing online? Do you think most parents are really aware of the dangers they could be facing online?Find out more about Cookeville Police Department:https://cookeville-tn.gov/245/Police-DepartmentContact Cookeville Police Department's Criminal Investigation Division: 931-520-5384 National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC)https://www.cybertipline.com

Our host Ben Rodgers sits down with Sherri Smith and Amber Flynn-Jared to talk all things real estate in the Upper Cumberland. Sherri was born and raised in Algood Tennessee, she got in to real estate in 2008, and is now a realtor with the Real Estate Professionals of Tennessee and the President of the Upper Cumberland Association of Realtors. Amber got her real estate license in 2009 and is currently a realtor for The Real Estate Collective. Listen To The Local Matters Podcast Today! News Talk 94.1

Hear the regional executive director for The Upper Cumberland Tourism Association, Billie Davis, sit down with our host Ben Rodgers to talk all things tourism development in our area. More specifically, how Billie works with executives from surrounding counties, how she works with her 28 member board, and more to have an impact on the reasons people would want to visit our beautiful region. Listen To The Local Matters Podcast Today! News Talk 94.1

Join Kosta and his guest: Michael Detwiler, local weather observer, member of CoCoRaHS and known across the Upper Cumberland as the Cookeville Weather Guy. In this episode: I think the only fitting first question for this episode has to be: can we actually predict the weather? Why do other weather reporters get it so wrong? You're an on the ground weather observer and member of CoCoRaHS, for everyone just now realizing that's how it's pronounced will you tell us about the program and what weather observers do? Why does keeping track of weather events matter for our community? What can we learn from the research you've done over the past 45 years? Find out more about Michael Detwiler:https://www.facebook.com/CookevilleWeatherGuyhttps://www.instagram.com/cookevillewxguyhttps://tempestwx.com/station/67890/Find out more about CoCoRaHS:https://www.cocorahs.org/Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Miss Sallie's Market.Find out more about Miss Sallie's Market:https://www.misssallies.com

Join Kosta and his guest: Cindy Putman. Nationally recognized educator, advocate and consultant, Cindy works as the Ready To Learn Project Manager at WCTE and is the Academic Social Interventionist for the Putnam County School System. In this episode: You facilitated the first partnership between a public school system and a PBS station. You understand the importance of public works and the importance of giving more to those with less. What's your message to those who question the effectiveness of public education and resources in this critical time? In 2021 you received the Champion for Children Award from Sesame Street Workshop and PBS for your work with underserved children in vulnerable communities. PBS, WCTE, and members like you give our children in the Upper Cumberland opportunities and information they wouldn't have otherwise. Will you tell us how you've developed the Ready to Learn Program and how it's changed our community?Find out more about WCTE and Ready to Learn: https://www.wcte.org/https://thinktv.pbslearningmedia.org/collection/ready-to-learn/home/Find out more about Cindy Putman:https://www.cynthiaputman.org/Want to contact your Tennessee legislator? Find more here:https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/Apps/fml2022/search.aspxBetter Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partner Sabrina Brazle, The Realty Firm.Find out more about Sabrina Brazle:https://www.sabrinabrazle.com/

Join Kosta and his guest: Scott Miller, Founder and CEO of The Poverty Solution. In conjunction with countless partners and community leaders, UCDD and The Poverty Solution are overseeing a region-wide effort to lift 1,600 children and their families out of poverty by 2025.In this episode: Poverty isn't a fringe issue. It's our economic reality. As someone that's dedicated their life to helping communities alleviate poverty, what opportunities did you see in the Upper Cumberland? Getting out of poverty is hard. That might be the understatement of the century. It costs more to make money than to keep your benefits and not work at all. People want to work, they want to do better, but we've created a system completely contradictory to the objective. If we can't change the system, how do we improve the outcomes? Your ultimate goal is to change how we address poverty. On your website it says “It won't be easy. But it will change lives.” What do you hope people take away from that? Find out more about The Poverty Solution: https://www.thepovertysolution.comFind out more about Empower Upper Cumberland: https://empoweruppercumberland.orgBetter Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy.Find out more about Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy:https://aspirebarberandbeauty.com

Join Kosta and his guest Chad Mynatt, Director of Manna Global Missions and Co-Director of El Puente Community Center. El Puente is a Hispanic Community Center located in Cookeville, TN. El Puente's mission is to create a welcoming community and offer resources that empower and connect the Hispanic community of the Upper Cumberland. In English “El Puente” means “Bridge”. El Puente es un centro comunitario para hispanos en Cookeville, TN.In this episode: Roughly 10% of people living in Putnam County are hispanic. It's the fastest growing minority in Putnam County and in Tennessee. Will you tell us about the origins of El Puente and what led you to creating this organization? You're white. That might be blunt to say, but it's true. You're a caucasian person that's created a community to help our hispanic neighbors. What role do white people play in being of service to minorities and how do we better love our neighbor? What do you wish people knew about the hispanic community in the Upper Cumberland?

Join Kosta and his guest: David Uhrik, Owner and Director of Franklin Fixtures, US Pillars and Plenty Downtown Bookshop. In this episode: We'll start with the most topical question first, Plenty Bookshop moved across the street from 48 West Broad Street to 41 West Broad Street on January 1st. This is Plenty's 3rd location, and as an operations expert, I have to ask - what specifically spoke to you about this space?While many of our listeners might know you from Plenty Bookshop, and owning the company that built the You've Got Mail shelving, they might not know how Franklin Fixtures came to be or more importantly how it came to be in Cookeville. Will you give us a brief rundown of the company's past 50-years and how it made its way from Cape Cod to the Upper Cumberland?What I find the most fascinating about your story is - this was never the plan. You didn't go out seeking any of this. What's your advice to anyone that knows they're meant for something greater, but has no idea how to make it happen?Find out more about Plenty Downtown Bookshop:https://www.plentybookshop.com/

Join Kosta and his guest: Dr. Chelsea Dowell, Professor of Economics at Tennessee Tech University.In this episode: It was the most Googled question on November 6th, the day after the 2024 United States Presidential Election, and we're here to ask you (a much more qualified resource than Google) what is a tariff?James Carville said it best, “It's the economy stupid.” We're all worried about the economy, but what exactly are we worried about? What's made our groceries, housing and everything we spend our paycheck on, especially here in the Upper Cumberland so much more expensive? We're told daily our economy in the State of Tennessee is one of the best in the United States. According to the published budget on our state website we have a rainy day fund of $2,070,000,000.00. However, Tennessee is ranked in the top 10 states for poverty, and the median income is $33,901.00. How can the economy be thriving, and our state has billions in savings, while the average Tennessean is making roughly $16 an hour?Find out more about the Economics program at Tennessee Technological University:https://www.tntech.edu/majors/economics.phphttps://www.tntech.edu/directory/business/chelsea-dowell.phpBetter Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Miss Sallie's Market.Find out more about Miss Sallie's Market:https://www.misssallies.com

Join Kosta and his guest: Hailey Sullivan, Upper Cumberland CTE Consultant for the Tennessee Department of Education.In this episode: For parents, especially in the Upper Cumberland, it feels like we're being pulled in 20 different directions to figure out what's “best” for our children. Whether it's going to college, getting a technical certificate or entering the workforce right out of high school, the goal post is moving everyday. What's your advice to parents on how to prepare their children for success? Most middle school students are between the ages of 10 and 14. The majority of these kids are more worried about getting their braces off than getting a job, and understandably so. How do you get 12 year olds excited about career development and why does it matter at this age? When we're looking at the Upper Cumberland, and what's to come - what do you think the most valuable career paths over the next decade will be and what industries will be fading out?   Find out more about Upper Cumberland CTE:https://www.tn.gov/education.htmlhttps://www.facebook.com/people/Upper-Cumberland-CTE/61559875886783/?_rdrBetter Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partner Sabrina Brazle, The Realty Firm.Find out more about Sabrina Brazle:https://www.sabrinabrazle.com/

Join Kosta and his guest: Lisa Mackie, Executive Director of Deeper Still Upper Cumberland. The mission of Deeper Still Upper Cumberland is to bring healing and lasting freedom to abortion wounded hearts of women and men.The Upper Cumberland chapter was founded by Lisa Mackie after she attended a Deeper Still retreat. This chapter is an affiliate of the founding Deeper Still based in Knoxville, Tennessee.Find out more about Lisa Mackie and Deeper Still Upper Cumberland:https://www.deeperstilluppercumberland.orgBetter Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy.Find out more about Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy:https://aspirebarberandbeauty.com

Join Kosta and his guest: Shaun Scantland, Business Development Consultant at Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development.This week we're celebrating Thanksgiving, biscuits and gravy, and all the ways we're better together.We're honored to host Shaun on this special Thanksgiving episode, because he makes this community and podcast better everyday. Thank you to our guest host of Questions from a Cornucopia, BTwKY Producer Morgan Franklin and special guest Finn Scantland. Shaun's Dressing Recipe: Step 1: CornbreadIngredients2 cups White Lily white cornmeal mix1 1/3 cups whole milk1/4 cup canola oil1 egg, beatenDirectionsPreheat the oven to 450°F.In a mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal mix, milk, canola oil, and beaten egg until smooth.Pour the batter into a greased black iron skillet for best results.Bake at 450°F until the top is golden brown.Step 2: Cornbread DressingIngredients1 batch cornbread (6 cups crumbled)3 cups bread crumbs (use wheat bread)2–4 chicken breasts, boiled until done and drained (set aside)2 cups onion, sautéed in butter until tender (set aside)3–4 cups chicken broth (2 large cartons; add as needed for "soupy" consistency)1 tsp salt1/2 tsp ground pepper2 eggs, beaten1 1/2 tsp dried thyme1 heaping tsp ground sage1 tsp dried marjoram1 1/2 tsp dried rosemaryDirectionsPrepare the Ingredients:Boil the chicken breasts until done, drain, and shred.Sauté the onions in butter until tender.Crumble the cornbread and bread crumbs into a large mixing bowl.Mix the Dressing:Add the shredded chicken and sautéed onions to the bowl.Sprinkle in the salt, pepper, thyme, sage, marjoram, and rosemary.Stir in the beaten eggs.Add Chicken Broth:Begin by adding 1 carton of chicken broth, then gradually add more until the mixture is "soupy."Mix thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are evenly combined.Bake:Preheat the oven to 400°F.Spray your baking dish with non-stick spray.Pour the mixture into the prepared dish.Bake for about 1 hour, or until the top is golden brown.Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Miss Sallie's Market.Find out more about Miss Sallie's Market:https://www.misssallies.com

Join Kosta and his guest: Jennifer Hutchinson-Tracy, Director of the Putnam County Animal Shelter.In this episode: Adopting a pet is a magical experience. What's one of your favorite adoption stories from here in Putnam County? And what do we need to know about how to adopt our next furry friend? How many animals are currently at the Putnam County Animal Shelter and what does the intake to adoption rate look like for any given month? If you could manage one misconception people have about animal shelters or even animal control, what would it be? You've helped thousands of families here in the Upper Cumberland find another member of their family and a pet they will cherish for the rest of their life. The holidays are right around the corner, everyone wants a puppy for Christmas, what's your message to families on adopting instead of shopping from a breeder this holiday season?Find out more about Putnam County Animal Shelter:https://www.cookeville-tn.gov/161/Animal-ShelterFind out more about Friends of Putnam County Animal Shelter:https://friendsofcpcanimals.orgBetter Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Volunteer State Community College.Find out more about Volunteer State Community College:https://www.volstate.edu/campuses/cookeville

Join Kosta and his guest: Senator Paul Bailey, Tennessee State Senator, Representing the 15th District.In this episode: I know some people are listening and thinking, I know what a State Senator is - but I don't actually know. Will you walk us through what you do at the Capitol and how the State Senate impacts our lives here in the Upper Cumberland? You're a strong supporter of small government to expedite economic growth in Tennessee. In your experience, why is small government the most effective way to govern and how is it helping to drive the economic growth in the 15th District? In many years, when you decide to hang up your hat - what do you hope is your legacy from your time serving your community, this district, and our great state of Tennessee?Find out more about Paul Bailey:https://paulbaileyfortn.comhttps://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/legislatorinfo/member.aspx?district=S15Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partner Sabrina Brazle, The Realty Firm.Find out more about Sabrina Brazle:https://www.sabrinabrazle.com/

Meet the men and women across the Upper Cumberland that want to serve you! Tune in to hear from Ken Yager running for Senate District 12, Daniel Hawthorne running for House district 40, Ryan Williams for House district 42, Matt Adcock for Dekalb Referendum, and JH Graham for Crossville city council! News Talk 94.1

Meet the men and women across the Upper Cumberland that want to serve you! Tune in to hear from Ken Yager running for Senate District 12, Daniel Hawthorne running for House district 40, Ryan Williams for House district 42, Matt Adcock for Dekalb Referendum, and JH Graham for Crossville city council! Missed yesterday's edition of Meet The Candidates? Listen here: https://iono.fm/c/3623 News Talk 94.1

Meet the men and women across the Upper Cumberland that want to serve you! Tune in to hear from Wayne Steele running for Senate district 16, Cam Sexton running for House district 25, Ed Butler House district 41, and Kristopher Cole for Crossville city council. Listen live at noon Wednesday on News Talk 94.1! News Talk 94.1

This episode contains themes that may be distressing to some listeners: including child loss, death, extreme weather events and other content that is not intended for children. We understand if this episode is too overwhelming for you to listen to at this time. We hope all our audience will read the Collin's Family Story and consider making a donation to The Magnolia Foundation. Join Kosta and his guest: Matt Collins, Founder of The Magnolia Foundation. On March 3, 2020, the Upper Cumberland changed forever. For the community, it was an indescribable loss - for Matt, it was an unimaginable one. The tornado that ravaged the Upper Cumberland took the one thing we can never replace, 19 members of this community, including Matt and Macy's beautiful daughter Hattie Jo.To honor Hattie Jo, the Collins family started the Hattie Jo Collins Memorial Scholarship, an endowed scholarship at Tennessee Tech University that benefits students in the nursing program. In 2023, they founded The Magnolia Foundation which seeks to serve families who have also experienced the pain of child loss. Find out more and donate to The Magnolia Foundation:https://www.themagnoliafoundation.com/Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Miss Sallie's Market.Find out more about Miss Sallie's Market:https://www.misssallies.com

Dean Selby and Sarah Young are here to tell us how they have been helping the people in East Tennessee and they are having a Trunk or Treat later this month!

Join Kosta and his guest: Mark Creter, Professor of Theatre for the School of Music at Tennessee Technological University. Proudly serving as the artistic director of the campus theatre, the Backdoor Playhouse from 1992-2024, for the past 30-years Mark's dedicated his life to the development, expansion and betterment of the performing arts at Tennessee Tech, and across the Upper Cumberland. In this episode: You're no stranger to the partisan divide and increasingly conservative values of this community. What role does threatre and the performing arts play in leveling the playing field and turning down the temperature to help us see each other as equals? This fall you're directing The Two Gentlemen of Verona, which will premiere this Friday, October 4th and run until October 12th. For anyone counting this is Mark's 9th time directing for Shakespeare in the park. What can we expect from this performance? Whether it's on a state, local or campus level, the past few years have brought to light several questions about the morality and legality of men dressing in women's clothes and vice versa. As someone that's worked in the theatre their entire life, and studied the history of performing arts (and costuming), how did we get here and more importantly what can we do to move forward?Find out more about Mark's Next Production - Two Gentlemen of Verona:

Join Kosta and his guest: Téa Phillips. CEO of ATS Innovations Inc., and inventor of MetaFlex Gloves. In this episode: Roughly 20% of adults in America are living with an Arthritis diagnosis. When we lose the ability to grip or use our hands as we normally would, with conditions like Arthritis our life changes completely. For almost the past decade you've worked on engineering, testing and scaling a glove to help people with such mobility issues. What inspired you to start Metaflex? How does Metaflex work and who does it help the most?Find out more about MetaFlex Gloves:https://metaflexglove.com/Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy.Find out more about Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy:https://aspirebarberandbeauty.com

Tiffany Anton talks to Billie Davis who represents Canoe The Caney, JBeez Watercraft, and Upper Cumberland Tourism! They talk all about tourism in the Upper Cumberland, the work that she does to stim tourism in certain areas, upcoming events, and more! Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast today. News Talk 94.1

Join Kosta and his guest: Dr. Mark Green, educator, community organizer and actor. Currently Dr. Green is a professor of biology at Tennessee Tech University and Vol State Community College where he facilitates a campus community garden and non-credit based outdoor series open to all adventurers of the Upper Cumberland. In this episode: The first thing you told us when we started working on this episode was that you were the Forrest Gump of the academic world and there couldn't be a truer statement. From dropping out of school to join the military to later getting your PhD, to being a stand-in for Tom Hanks on Sully, to starting a public outdoor adventure series in the Upper Cumberland, you've left no stone unturned. What did you want to be when you grew up? Did you ever think you'd meet the actual Forrest Gump? You currently work as a professor at both Vol State and TTU. At Vol State you've not only started a non-credit based outdoor adventure series, but you've also started a community garden for faculty and students. Will you tell us about the outdoor series and how the campus garden works?Find out more about UC Outdoor Adventure Series and VSCC:https://www.facebook.com/volstateuppercumberlandhttps://www.volstate.edu/campuses/cookevilleBetter Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy.Find out more about Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy:https://aspirebarberandbeauty.com

Diane Callihan is here to tell us about Heart Of The Cumberland and the auction coming up!

This is the week for August elections in the Upper Cumberland. This is your forum to hear from the candidates who want to serve you. They discuss why they are running, changes they will make, and more! News Talk 94.1

Tomorrow morning is when voting opens in the Upper Cumberland! This is your forum to hear from the candidates who want to serve you. They discuss why they are running, changes they will make, and more! News Talk 94.1

We are one week away from the August election in the Upper Cumberland. This is your forum to hear from the candidates who want to serve you. They discuss why they are running, changes they will make, and more! News Talk 94.1

Noah gives us a preview of week 1 of High School Football and we talk about there show called "Proving Ground".

We are one week away from the August election in the Upper Cumberland. This is your forum to hear from the candidates who want to serve you. They discuss why they are running, changes they will make, and more!

We are one week away from the August election in the Upper Cumberland. This is your forum to hear from the candidates who want to serve you. They discuss why they are running, changes they will make, and more!

Ben Rodgers meets with the owner of the Cookeville Visitor's Center and Cookeville Chamber Member Shan Stout. They discuss how tourism is shining in the Upper Cumberland, how Cookeville plays a roll in direct visitor spending, and more! Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast today. News Talk 94.1 · Presented By Office Mart

Norris Skelly with Upper Cumberland MADD is here to tell us what programs MADD has and the dangers of drunk driving.

Join Kosta and his guest: Blakelee Paige Smith, MSN, APRN, AGPCNP-BC, NP-C, Owner and Founder of Skin and Aesthetics. Skin and Aesthetics was created to provide the highest quality and excellence in aesthetic dermatology to the Upper Cumberland. What started as a dream in 2019 became reality in 2023 when Skin and Aesthetics opened in Cookeville's own Premier Medical Park.In this episode: It seems like on every corner we have a bank, church or med spa. As a Dual Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner, and someone with about 30 letters behind your name, what's your professional opinion on med spas? Why are there so many and what kind of credentials does someone need to open one? I have two daughters and everyday I'm reminded this is not the lip smackers and apricot scrub generation I grew up in. Tweens and young girls want real skincare, but when is it actually appropriate? Small changes over time make a greater impact than big changes made sporadically. What are the small changes we can make to improve our skin, feel more confident, and go longer without needing professional beauty treatments?Find out more about Skin and Aesthetics:https://theskinandaestheticsclinic.com/ Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Miss Sallie's Market.Find out more about Miss Sallie's Market:https://www.misssallies.com

Ben Rodgers sits down with the mayor of Livingston, Curtis Hayes. They talk about what's going on in Livingston, events, developments, the Upper Cumberland, and more! Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart Visit them at 215 S Jefferson Ave in Cookeville to see what they can do for your office News Talk 94.1 · Presented By Office Mart

This turned out to be fun! Edward Philpot from Foglight Food house was int he studio... But so were the ladies from The Upper Cumberland Dog Training club, But they werent supposed to be here at the same time.... Comedy ensues.

Join Kosta and his guest: Jonathan West, CEO of Twin Lakes Telephone Cooperative.In this episode: For those of us who don't really understand how the internet works or how it's changed over the last - let's say 20 years - what's fiber internet? What's broadband? How do you know what kind of internet is right for you? How can access to broadband change the workforce of the Upper Cumberland? If anyone's listening and thinking, well, I already have internet and it works well enough - I don't want to go through the trouble of changing. What does Twin Lakes do differently? Find Out More About Twin Lakes:https://www.twinlakes.netBetter Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy.Find out more about Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy:https://aspirebarberandbeauty.com/

Kelly Sullivan and Chadwick Mathis are here from The Small Business Development Center to tell us what they do for small business here in the Upper Cumberland.

Bryan Ladd is a photographer doing some new things for businesses in the Upper Cumberland.

Join Kosta and his guest: Holly Williams, Director of Area Agency on Aging and Disability at Upper Cumberland Development District. Roughly 14,000 Putnam County residents are over the age of 65. That's approximately 17% of our population. In this episode: What opportunities and advantages do we have in the Upper Cumberland for this age group that many communities do not? Whether you're looking at care for yourself or a parent, what's your advice for preparing for these costs? The Area Agencies on Aging and Disabilities provides programs and services for older Tennesseans, as well as those with disabilities. Will you tell us about these services and how people can work with you? Find out more about Area Agency on Aging and Disability at UCDD:https://ucdd.org/aaad/Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Volunteer State Community College.Find out more about Volunteer State Community College:https://www.volstate.edu/campuses/cookeville

Join Kosta and his guest: Danielle Barnes, CEO/President of the Girl Scouts of Middle Tennessee. In this episode: The world is changing and Girl Scouts is changing with it. Will you talk about a few of the ways Girls Scouts has evolved since our listeners were active members? In less populated and underserved areas of Tennessee, access to programs like Girl Scouts can be challenging. What strategies are you implementing across the state to improve access and inclusion for all girls? How do you see Girl Scouts playing a greater role in community building here in the Upper Cumberland and across the state?Find out more about Girl Scouts of Middle TN:https://gsmidtn.org/ Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Miss Sallie's Market.Find out more about Miss Sallie's Market:https://www.misssallies.com/

Join Kosta and his guest: Rafferty Cleary, Cultural Administrator for the Town of Monterey, Host, Producer and champion of development and tourism in the Upper Cumberland.Find out more about visiting Monterey, TN:https://www.exploremontereytn.com/Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy. Find out more about Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy:https://aspirebarberandbeauty.com/