Real Talk Memphis with Chip Washington

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!

Dr. Adriane Johnson-Williams joins me to talk about a very important conversation she is hosting next week as we continue to celebrate Women’s History Month. Re-entry into society is difficult in a post incarceration world but especially so for women of color. She will 'Amplify the Voices' to provide advice and hope. Finally, a topic that has generated a lot of interest and concern for many. Justin J. Pearson is a vocal advocate and passionate leader of the movement against the Byhalia Pipeline project and he joins me to discuss. That and more Monday, 6-7 pm central on WYXR 91.7 FM live. Also on Tunein, WYXR.org or wherever you get your podcasts. Now go tell somebody!

My guests include Chef D. Arthur aka Desmond Robinson. A busy man who besides recently appearing on the Food Network show 'Chopped' owns a full service catering company and is a private chef. He explains how he keeps things in balance. Shelby County Assessor of Property Melvin Burgess drops in to talk about the reappraisal process and what it means for your home. Finally, Latino Memphis Executive Director Mauricio Calvo talks about the challenges of getting the Hispanic community to trust the Covid testing and vaccination process. Its all Monday, 6-7 pm central on WYXR 91.7 FM, Tunein, WYXR.org or wherever you get YOUR podcasts!

Karen Vogelsang, ARISE2Read Executive Director joins me to talk about an ongoing effort to encourage our children to read all across Memphis. Dorcas Griffin, Dir. Division of Community Services will tell us how you can apply for the Covid Emergency Rent and utility program. Also the acclaimed director of such projects as Hustle & Flow, Black Snake Moan, Footloose and Coming 2 America, Craig Brewer joins me to talk about his career, his latest project with Eddie Murphy and what’s next. That and more on Real Talk Memphis, Monday, 6-7 pm on WYXR, 91.7 FM, Tunein, WYXR.org, Real Talk Memphis or wherever you get your podcasts! Now go out and tell somebody!

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My guests include Nick Newman, Vice President of Engineering and Operations. He will discuss the great challenges faced by the recent show and ice storm storms, busted pipes and the boiled water advisory while trying to keep all of our heads above water. Trey Moore is an old soul in a very young man’s body. His focus and maturity at the age of 21 is something to behold. He joins me to chat about his new E-book which focuses on financial literacy and credit which may not be a bad thing. Finally, if I were to say, ‘Don’t lose your head, use your head mane’! who comes to mind? His name is Jerald Trotter who speaks truth to the experience of life behind bars in his powerful TV commercials. A great show, Monday, 6-7 pm on 91.7FM WXYR also on the Tunein app and anywhere you get your podcasts!

My guests include Richard Greenwald, President/CEO Soulsville Foundation. He will tell us they keep the music playing during a pandemic, Justin Timberlake and a $1 million dollar scholarship donation to help make dreams come true. Jessica Taveau of Epicenter Memphis drops by to tell us how they connect, support, and expand the entrepreneurial spirit in our city and the greater Memphis area. Ken Jobe, Press Secretary, Tennessee House Democratic Caucus joins me to talk about the duties of his position and as a former news executive, shares his take on the current session. It’s all Monday, 6-7 pm on WYXR 91.7 FM, Crosstown radio. Also on the Tunein app and WYXR.org. Now go out and tell somebody!

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Guests include the new President of Lemoyne Owen College, Vernell Bennett-Fairs. She will talk about her plans for school and why she decided it was the place for her. Danette Stokes, President, United Education Association of Shelby County joins me to discuss the escalating noise about a return to the classroom for students and teachers. Finally, Todd Richardson, president, Crosstown concourse gives us a history lesson about its past and present. Its all Monday, 6-7 pm on 91.7 WYXR FM, the Tunein app and WYXR.ORG. Now go tell somebody!

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Guests include Dr. Steven Threlkeld, Infection disease specialist, Baptist. He makes a return visit to update us on the virus, lower numbers the vaccines and the new variant we should be paying attention to. Also, Keith Williams, Executive Director, Memphis-Shelby County Education Association stops in to discuss the standoff between the Governors Office and SCS about returning back to the classroom. You don't want to miss his take on where things stand. That and the unofficial but official Mayor of Whitehaven Hazel Moore. That and more Monday, 6-7 pm central on WYXR 91.7 FM, Crosstown radio and also available on the Tunein app coast to coast. Now go out and tell somebody!

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Adequate and affordable housing has long been a big issue in Memphis and Shelby County. The pandemic has brought the eviction issue front and center for many. Dorcas Griffin, Director, Division of Community Services will give us an update on where things now stand. Also, Miska Clay Bibbs, Shelby County School Board Chair, will join me to discuss the possibilities of a return to the classroom for students and teachers and a proposed bill by the Governor for SCS to return to class for 70 days (this school year) or risk losing possible funding. Finally, Universal Parenting Places provides no-cost therapy and counseling for parents who may experience challenges with their children. Right now, they are