City Cast Nashville

Today, we explore the local controversy surrounding the Journey to Jubilee tour at the Belle Meade Historic Site and Winery. Historian Brigette Janea Jones, the creator of that award-winning tour, shares her concerns and allegations about plans by new leadership to alter the tour in an effort to make it more comfortable for visitors, raising questions about historical integrity. Also joining us is...

October and beer go hand in hand, but please put down that pumpkin spice ale! You can do better! Shani Glapion, founder of social club The Black Beer Experience, sits down with executive producer Whitney Pastorek to give us her list of the best local beers and breweries in Nashville, including great kid- and pet-friendly options. Thanks to Tecovas, our Western wear faves, for sponsoring this segme...

Growing up, we were all taught not to talk to strangers, but Folx Table is flipping that idea here in Nashville. Today, we’re joined by Emma McCallie, founder of Folx Table, a platform designed to foster meaningful social connections through intimate, in-person experiences. Emma explains how Folx Table breaks away from traditional networking by encouraging genuine conversations between strangers a...

On today’s Friday News Roundup, producer Marie Cecile Anderson and EP Whitney Pastorek are joined by City Cast Nashville contributor and Metro Council columnist Nicole Williams, who’s helping us celebrate the current Metro Council’s first year in office by grading their progress. We’ve also got info on the sticky situation unfolding at the Belle Meade Historic Site and Winery — where the creator o...

Get ready for a spooky tale about Tennessee’s most famous ghost story — the legend of the Bell Witch! Joining us today is Kalie Morrison, who’s uniquely qualified to share this story, having lived on the property her entire life. She reveals firsthand encounters, eerie guest experiences, and the fascinating history of how her family became the caretakers of this haunted land. Don’t miss your chanc...

Today we’re celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with Martha Silva and Tara Lentz, the co-executive directors of Conexión Américas. They share insights into their organization's work to create opportunities for Latino families to thrive, and how you can get involved. They also discuss their favorite local Latino-owned restaurants and businesses. And stick around for our special segment, A Mile in T...

Spooky SZN is officially upon us! Executive producer Whitney Pastorek, producer Marie Cecile Anderson, and Hey Nashville newsletter editor Margaret Kingsbury share ideas for Halloween costumes and trick-or-treating, great family activities at the Zoo and local farms, can’t-miss comedy and music, and the best food and drink events of the month. We’re also quibbling with the Belcourt’s rules for the...

Did you know that Nashville has nearly 100 miles of greenways? In this episode, we’re joined by Vice Mayor Angie Henderson to discuss one of her passions — Nashville’s greenways. These essential pathways do more than provide recreation; they link parks, neighborhoods, libraries, schools, and even play a role in the city’s transportation network. We discuss the expansion of Metro’s greenway system,...

The City Cast Nashville team is here to round up the week’s news with special guest Khalil Ekulona, host of This Is Nashville. This week, we're diving into which Nashville restaurants made the New York Times Best Restaurant List, discussing Banned Books Week, and exploring gun safety following recent tragic events. Plus, we wrap up with a fun round of 'Real or Fake TN Headlines'! And stick around...

I hope you're hungry, because Anas Saba, the man behind the popular Instagram account Nashville Hidden Gems, is back sharing his top picks for the best street tacos in town, as well as where to find fresh seafood flown in weekly from Hawaii. Lucky for us, Anas doesn’t gatekeep his favorite spots, so he’s sharing his most frequented local restaurants and some classic Nashville gems that are sure to...

It’s trivia time! The City Cast Nashville team recently spent the day at the Nashville Fair to quiz regular people on fun local facts and get their take on life in Music City. And stick around for our special segment, A Mile in Their Boots: We’ll be going inside a day in the life of Korey Crow, the driver of Nashville’s adorable bike lane sweeper, Demonbroomin. Thanks to Tecovas, our Western wear...

In order to thrive here in Nashville, there’s a few Essential Rules you need to follow. Whether you’re a longtime resident or a relative newcomer, it’s always great to brush up on the local customs. Executive producer Whitney Pastorek and Hey Nashville newsletter editor Margaret Kingsbury sit down with Michelle Spiva, author of the new book “Music City Musings: Old Nashville Knowledge for Newcomer...

Nashville is a great town for roller skaters and rollerbladers of all skill levels, abilities, and interests — and if you’ve ever wanted to try out roller derby, now’s your chance, as the season winds down and boot camp gets underway. Host Grace Fuisz sits down with Asphalt Beach Skate Shop owner Steve Larios — and his rambunctious shop kittens — to get his tips on our local skate scene. Thanks to...

On this week’s Friday News Roundup, executive producer Whitney Pastorek and producer Marie Cecile Anderson are joined by Metro Council contributor Nicole Williams for an update on Council’s recommendation that MNPD adopt a zero-tolerance sexual misconduct policy, as well as the four anti-Nazi bills recently proposed by the mayor. We’ve also got your preview of the Nashville Film Festival, updates...

The InterNASHional Night Market is back this weekend, an essential food festival for those looking to sample dishes from all over the world, prepared by local immigrant and refugee vendors. It’s a fundraiser for the Tennessee Immigrant and Refugee Rights Coalition (TIRRC), so executive director Lisa Sherman Luna and development coordinator Charles Briones sat down with City Cast Nashville executiv...

Our newest contributor is Jenn Harbin of the Hungry Loner, who recently launched a column on our website where she’ll be featuring the best new bars, restaurants, and pop-ups in town every month. She sat down with Grace Fuisz to give us her mouthwatering picks for August and September, including Fancypants, Butterlamp, Koré, Choy, and more. Plus, we get the Hungry Loner’s origin story. And stick a...

The 24th annual AmericanaFest kicks off tonight at venues and bars across the city, and with over 200 artists on the official schedule, we decided to call in an expert to help us navigate it all: NPR Music’s critic Ann Powers joins host Grace Fuisz to break down this year’s must-see artists and showcases, as well as the unofficial gigs you should check out even if you don’t buy a festival wristban...

One of Nashville’s most essential Instagram follows is BNA Cheap Flights, aka Andrea Giordano. She’s sharing her secrets to finding low fares with host Grace Fuisz, from when to buy those tickets you’ve been tracking to why you shouldn’t be afraid of budget airlines. Plus, her favorite international destinations, and a crazy great tip for the perfect fifth date. Thanks to Tecovas, our Western wear...

On today’s Friday News Roundup, we’ve been blessed with a ton of massive international pop star news, all of which connects to our fine city. Host Grace Fuisz, executive producer Whitney Pastorek, and producer/Taylor Swift superfan Marie Cecile Anderson are talking about the world’s most famous “childless cat lady” endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris and driving hundreds of thousands of visitor...

Why are “cannabis restaurants” popping up in a state where marijuana is still illegal? Host Grace Fuisz sits down with Matthew McClure, the keeper of Benny the CannaBUS, to explain what’s actually being sold in Nashville and why the cannabis industry has so much freedom in the state of Tennessee. We’re going to do our best to explain the difference between Delta-8, Delta-9, and Delta-10 and what e...

As we come up on election season, it’s more important than ever to be careful with your media consumption. Our host Grace Fuisz is joined by Holly McCall, editor of the nonprofit, nonpartisan news organization Tennessee Lookout, to give you a guide to Nashville’s local media outlets. We’re talking about how and when to fact check, healthy skepticism, and the best places to find unbiased, nonpartis...

Metro Council just passed a new rule requiring proof of Tennessee residency to speak at public comment, and Mayor Freddie O’Connell’s slate of new anti-Nazi measures will be on second reading at next week’s meeting. To help put these recent legislative actions into context, we’re revisiting our conversation with State Senator Heidi Campbell from earlier this summer. What makes our city such an att...

As the weather cools down, it’s a great time to pick up a new outdoor hobby. Lee Wilson — owner of Nashville Running Company and longtime East Nasty member — joins host Grace Fuisz to make the case for running. We’re talking about the running groups you can join, where to get your starter gear, and the social implications of being a slowpoke. (Spoiler alert: People will be nice to you.) Thanks to...

Nashville Scene columnist and City Cast Nashville Metro Council contributor Nicole Williams joins host Grace Fuisz and executive producer Whitney Pastorek for the Friday News Roundup. They’re breaking down the big rules change that Council passed this week — you now must present proof of Tennessee residency to speak at public comment — and wondering why, exactly, the military is planning some big...

City Cast Nashville food and travel contributor Margaret Littman returns with the first in a recurring series we’ll be doing on the best road trips for a weekend away from Nashville! Today, she’s telling host Grace Fuisz all about the Gatlinburg area: It’s more than just pancakes — this East Tennessee town is becoming a must-visit destination for foodies, thanks to some new high-end bistros and st...