Real Talk Memphis with Chip Washington

My guests include Kevin Kern, VP, of Public Relations for Memphis Tourism. As we are quickly marching towards the post pandemic period, the crowds are back, the streets are full and business is coming back. Kevin will tell us what it means for our economic outlook. Then it’s the Mad Man of morning radio, Michael Adrian Davis from The voice of SCS, joins me to talk about a Juneteenth event he’s hosting to honor men and fathers. Also Charlie Caswell on the escalating violence. That and more, Monday 6-7 pm on WYXR 91.7 FM, Tunein, WYXR.org or wherever you get your podcasts! Now go out and tell somebody!

Our hearing and even our speech is something many of us take for granted. Dr. Jani Johnson is an Assistant Professor in the School of Communication Sciences and Disorders at the U of M. Her research aims to improve access to affordable hearing health care for diverse adults and improve outcomes with hearing aids. Also joining me is Mike Miller, President, Memphis restaurant association and owner of Patrick’s. Exec. He will tell us about the challenges of the pandemic including higher prices and hiring issues just to name a couple. Lastly, a man whose name was associated with the Orpheum Theatre as President and CEO for 35 years. Now, Pat Halloran is now giving back in a different way, he explains.

Join me for the next Real Talk Memphis radio podcast with my guests Lee Chase from Literacy Mid-South, Sheila Terrell, President and CEO of the RISE Foundation of Memphis and Emily Wyonzek, Board President from the Memphis Farmer's Market. From the importance of literacy to the growth of our city, to economic empowerment and how you can achieve it, and to living a healthier lifestyle thru better eating and nutrition...it's all here. Monday, 6-7 pm central on WYXR 91.7 FM, Tunein, WYXR.org or wherever you get your podcasts!

May is Better Hearing and Speech month. Dr. Jani Johnson is an Assistant Professor in the School of Communication Sciences and Disorders at the U of M. Her research aims to improve access to affordable hearing health care for diverse adults and improve outcomes with hearing aids. Also joining me is Robert Marcy, Exec. Dir., of the Memphis Farmers Market. He will tell us about the challenges of the pandemic, coming back and why it’s so important to our population. Lastly, a man whose name was associated with the Orpheum Theatre as President and CEO for 35 years. Pat Halloran is now giving back in a different way, he explains.

That and more Monday 6-7 pm on WYXR 91.7 FM, your Crosstown radio station. Also on Tunein, WYXR.org or wherever you get your podcasts. Now go out and tell somebody!

My guests include Dr. Jon McCullers, Chair of Pediatrics at UTHSC, and pediatrician-in-chief at Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital. He joins me to talk about being a member of the Shelby County Board of Health, Covid 19 restrictions and if we have turned the corner. Next, Marvin Coleman sells cars, but he also gives back to the community. His is a story of revival and redemption and how he hopes by example to make a difference. Last but never least, a radio broadcast legend who rarely does interviews, newest TN broadcasting Hall of Fame awardee Bobby O'Jay who talks career and longevity. That and more Monday, 6-7 pm central, WYXR 91.7 FM, Tunein, WYXR.org or wherever you get your podcasts!

My guests include former Mayor of New Orleans and current President and CEO of the National Urban League Marc Morial. He will give his take on the recent events including the George Floyd trial and his expectations for the Biden administration moving forward. Also, a familiar face and voice Telisa Franklin II will drop by to tell us about a new location for the Juneteenth Festival and its significance. Smayan Sompalli is seeking your support to help so many in need in his native homeland of India at the hands of Covid-19. Its all Monday, 6-7 pm central time on WYXR 91.7 FM, Tunein, WYXR.org or wherever you get your podcasts. Now go tell somebody!

It’s Pledge Drive week 2021! We are asking you to become a partner with WYXR 91.7 FM by giving so we can keep doing our thing. Speaking of that, I was told NOT to book guests this week because the 3 of us; Marquette, Adam and yours truly will be in the spotlight chair per and....Not exactly sure how all this will go, but I invite you to check it out and learn more about my ‘young guns’. Monday, 6-7 pm Central on WYXR.org and Tunein live or wherever YOU get your podcasts! Now, go tell somebody.

My guests include Infectious disease doctor Dr. Steve Threlkeld who will give us his take on rising case numbers, variants, vaccinations, J&J and what comes next. Jerri Green, Director, Community Legal Center drops by to tell how they fulfill their mission to provide civil legal services to those with limited means and those at risk. And more importantly, how you can help them do it. Finally, Rachel Ozols from Volunteer Odyssey will share details on their virtual volunteer day and how you can make a difference from a distance. That and more Monday 6-7 pm on WYXR 91.7 FM, your Crosstown radio station. Also on Tunein, WYXR.org or wherever you get your podcasts. Now go out and tell somebody!

My guests will be Anne Pitts, Director of Give 901. She will talk about the importance of helping and encouraging our young people through reading and education and how we can all help to make that happen. Police Director Mike Rallings joins me in one of his last interviews as he will be retiring from MPD in just a few days. He will talk about the highs and lows as well as his greatest challenges as the top cop. Finally, Carmeon Hamilton, winner of HGTV’s Design Star: Next Gen tells us about what it took to win and how bright the future and her star will shine moving forward. This and more Monday, 6-7 pm central on WYXR 91.7 FM. Also on Tunein, WYXR.org and wherever YOU get your podcasts. Now go out and tell somebody!

My guests include two guys anyone familiar with WYXR know. Robby Grant and Jared 'Jay B' Boyd join me for a 6 month progress report since the launch and what lies ahead. Dr. Manoj Jain, infectious disease doctor for Baptist pays a return visit. He will tell us about the Covid variant strains in our city, their impact and why its important to stay the course. Glen Thomas, Airport Authority spokesman will tell us why flying the friendly skies is once again a big business for our city and county. That and more Monday 6-7 pm central on WYXR 91.7 FM, Tunein, WYXR.org or wherever you get your podcasts. Now go out and tell somebody!