This Is Nashville

Exploring Middle Tennessee's craft beer scene

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Nashville has a healthy local beer scene, with dozens of local breweries and beer halls, and even a WNXP-themed beer. This Sunday, the Craft Brewers Conference is coming to town, so in today's episode, we’re diving into the history and culture of the local beer scene, as well as hosting an on-air taste test.

But first, Tennessee’s top education official is stepping down at the end of this school year. Education Commissioner Penny Schwinn has served in her position since 2019, when she was appointed by Gov. Bill Lee. Now she’s leaving the post. We're joined by WPLN’s education reporter Alexis Marshall to learn more.

Guests:

  • Alexis Marshall, WPLN education reporter

  • Will Cheek III, attorney specializing in alcoholic beverage work

  • Sharon Cheek, executive director of the Tennessee Craft Brewers Guild

  • Bailey Spaulding, CEO and founder of Jackalope Brewing Company

  • Kent Taylor, owner and founder of Blackstone Brewing Company

  • Chad Mueller, head brewer TennFold Brewing

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