This Is Nashville

Accessible Nashville: stories of inclusion and mobility

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AARP ranked the state 47th on the Transportation Livability Index, indicating poor public transit, walkability, and coordination for people with disabilities. This episode looks at how four Nashvillians get around the city and what can be done to make Nashville a city that is truly inclusive of everyone.

This episode is produced by David Hooper.

Guests

  • Robby Barbieri, United Spinal Association Advocate of the Year, Disability Chair for Alcoholics Anonymous
  • Darren Jernigan, Former Tennessee State Representative
  • Jeannie Johnson, Immediate Past President, Tennessee Council of the Blind
  • Natasha Wilkins, Disability Rights Advocate
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