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Start your weekday mornings with us! We’ll give you a dose of local news, analysis, history lessons, important conversations and more from the WPLN News, Nashville Public Radio.
... moreThe podcast currently has 137 episodes available.
When a natural disaster like the fallout from Hurricane Helene hits, states organize to help their neighbors. We dive into how it works. Plus, the local news for October 2, 2024 and this week’s edition of What Where Whens-day.
Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public Radio
Host/producer: Nina Cardona
Editor: Miriam Kramer
Additional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Rachel Iacovone, LaTonya Turner and the staff of WPLN and WNXP
Winfield Dunn spent a short time as Tennessee’s governor, but his administration was a watershed moment for the state. Plus, the local news for October 1, 2024 and voter’s questions answered.
Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public Radio
Host/producer: Nina Cardona
Editor: Miriam Kramer
Additional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Rachel Iacovone, LaTonya Turner and the staff of WPLN and WNXP
The investigation into misconduct in DA Glenn Funk’s office has some historical parallels. Plus the local news for September 30, 2024 and a discussion about the state of Nashville’s music industry.
Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public Radio
Host/producer: Nina Cardona
Editor: Miriam Kramer
Additional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Rachel Iacovone, LaTonya Turner and the staff of WPLN and WNXP
Lawmakers are trying to make big changes in public schools, but it was a long and winding road to get to this moment. Plus, the local news for September 27, 2024 and how faith-based organizations can expand affordable housing.
Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public Radio
Host/producer: Nina Cardona
Editor: Miriam Kramer
Additional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Rachel Iacovone, LaTonya Turner and the staff of WPLN and WNXP
Understanding the iconic building in Centennial Park unlocks the history of how Nashville’s concept of itself has changed over time. Plus, the local news for September 26, 2024 and how far rural Tennesseans have to go for chemotherapy.
Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public Radio
Host/producer: Nina Cardona
Editor: Miriam Kramer
Additional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Rachel Iacovone, LaTonya Turner and the staff of WPLN and WNXP
Personal responsibility, smart decision making, and regulations helped solve one environmental crisis. What about our current moment? Plus, the local news for September 25, 2024 and this week’s edition of What Where Whens-day.
Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public Radio
Host/producer: Nina Cardona
Editor: Miriam Kramer
Additional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Rachel Iacovone, LaTonya Turner and the staff of WPLN and WNXP
We break down a wild chapter in 20th Century history that posed a major domestic threat to America. Plus the local news for September 24, 2024 and a look at how accessible Nashville is for people with disabilities.
Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public Radio
Host/producer: Nina Cardona
Editor: Miriam Kramer
Additional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Rachel Iacovone, LaTonya Turner and the staff of WPLN and WNXP
We re-examine the story of Mary Mallon, highlighting plenty of parallels with our modern experience of the COVID-19 pandemic. Plus the local news for September 23, 2024 and a look at how vinyl gets made at United Record Pressing.
Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public Radio
Host/producer: Nina Cardona
Editor: Miriam Kramer
Additional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Rachel Iacovone, LaTonya Turner and the staff of WPLN and WNXP
Plans for a Murfreesboro ballpark include the unique inclusion of some local history. Plus, the local news for September 20, 2024 and a Jackie Shane documentary.
Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public Radio
Host/producer: Nina Cardona
Editor: Miriam Kramer
Additional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Rachel Iacovone, LaTonya Turner and the staff of WPLN and WNXP
Deciding to release the manifesto or writings of a person who has committed a crime is never easy for a newsroom. But understanding why the Unabomber’s manifesto was published can hold lessons for the future. Plus, the local news for September 19, 2024 and Brentwood high schooler could win an international competition.
Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public Radio
Host/producer: Nina Cardona
Editor: Miriam Kramer
Additional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Rachel Iacovone, LaTonya Turner and the staff of WPLN and WNXP
The podcast currently has 137 episodes available.