In this episode, Mayor Kane Ditto and Mike Williams, discuss the history of the JXN planetarium, the new design, and the challenges and triumphs of fundraising. The planetarium aims to provide a unique and immersive experience for visitors, with interactive displays and educational spaces. The conversation highlights the importance of the planetarium for education and tourism in Mississippi.

TRANSCRIPT: https://www.visitjackson.com/blog/soul-sessions-kane-ditto-mike-williams-planetarium

In this episode, we talk to David Long, the president of the Jackson Friends of the Library who discusses the importance of promoting libraries and literacy in the city of Jackson. We also talk about the fundraising efforts and community engagement initiatives of the organization and a call to action to get involved and support the Friends of the Library.

TRANSCRIPT: https://www.visitjackson.com/blog/soul-sessions-david-long

In this episode of Soul Sessions, Yolanda Clay-Moore interviews Walt Grayson, a veteran television and radio personality in Mississippi and Grand Marshal of this year's Hal's St. Paddy's Parade. They discuss Walt's career, his coverage of Mississippi, and his experiences at the parade. The conversation highlights the sense of community and diversity at the parade, as well as the significance of the event for Jackson.

TRANSCRIPT: https://www.visitjackson.com/blog/soul-sessions-walt-grayson

In this episode of Soul Sessions, we’ve put together an episode featuring The Local Palate’s Amanda FitzGerald, Chef Nick Wallace and Chef Cat Cora. It's worth listening back to hear their affections for Jackson and have them talk more about the upcoming JXN Food & Wine.

In this episode of Soul Sessions, we explore a collaborative project between Visit Jackson and Jackson State University's art department, a rebranding of local restaurants that provides real-world experience for art students. The project has had a positive impact on the students, allowing them to leave their mark on beloved Jackson institutions Bully's, Sugar's Place and Taste of the Island.

In this episode, our guest is none other than Jackson, Mississippi native and Iron Chef, Cat Cora. Cat returns home on March 2 - and says she can't wait - and talks today about her memories and culinary roots in Jackson.

In this episode, Chef Nick Wallace discusses the upcoming Jackson Food & Wine Festival and the importance of celebrating Jackson, Mississippi. He also talks about bringing fellow Top Chef contestants to Jackson and the diverse culinary talent in the state.

In this episode of Soul Sessions, Amanda FitzGerald of The Local Palate talks about the upcoming JXN Food and Wine Festival. Amanda talks about the chef lineup, the talent from Jackson and surrounding areas, the importance of the event to the capital city, the cuisine and history of Jackson, the partnership with The Local Palate, and more.

Transcript: https://www.visitjackson.com/blog/soul-sessions-amanda-fitzgerald

In this episode of Soul Sessions, Keith shares the importance of musicians' contributions to the WellsFest community, an upcoming fundraiser for the late Steve Chester and an invitation to support the WellsFest CARES Fund at the Community Foundation for Mississippi.

Transcript and additional links: https://www.visitjackson.com/blog/soul-sessions-keith-ferguson/

In this episode of Soul Sessions, Hal & Mal's and Campbell's Bakery Chef Damien Cavicchi discusses his love for storytelling through food and how he draws inspiration from his travels and the history of different places.