cityCURRENT Radio Show

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Pam Reynolds , CEO of TASC , which is the flagship entity of TCB Enterprise and celebrating it's 50th anniversary this year, along with Abby Schulz , Community Investment Administrator for the Family Office within TCB Enterprise, who both highlight the importance of corporate philanthropy and making individual charitable giving as easy as possible to support nonprofi...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with cityCURRENT Nashville partner, Chris White , Founder and Principal of Harvest Family Wealth , who highlights the firm he founded in 2007 that specializes in deep, technical financial planning, efficiency, and care, aiming to help clients achieve their financial goals, particularly across multiple generations. The conversation covers Chris' collaborative approach with...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Ryan Campbell , keynote speaker, author of " Born to Fly ," owner of a 1960 pink Cadillac, and the youngest pilot to fly solo around the world, who shares his journey and a recap of his recent cityCURRENT signature speaker series presentation in Nashville focused on the life changing power of prioritizing joy. During the interview, Ryan talks about saving up for flyi...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Erik Houston , Executive Director of the Wolf River Conservancy , who highlights the nonprofit local land trust and the organization's mission and efforts dedicated to the protection and enhancement of the Wolf River and its watershed as a sustainable natural resource. During the interview, Erik shares how the organization was formed in 1985 and discusses their role...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Sean Lee , President of Porter-Leath , who highlights the nonprofit organization's 175-year history as a children's services provider in Memphis, Tennessee, including their evolution from an orphanage to early childhood education, early literacy, foster care, caregiver services, and other programs that have evolved to meet today's needs. The conversation covers vario...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Antonio Taylor , an author, speaker, and IT executive with extensive experience in leadership and philanthropy, who shares his journey from starting his career with the Y2K project to leading technology teams and now becoming an author and keynote speaker. Antonio discusses his book, "Stop Trying to Be a Leader: How Real Leaders Break Free, " and emphasizes the impor...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Dr. Leah Melber , President and CEO of Adventure Science Center in Nashville , Tennesee, who discusses recent renovations and expansions that have updated the center's exhibits and added new educational spaces. Dr. Melber highlights some of their newest exhibitions, like Fossil Frontiers, a special space just for 5 and under, and an observational bee hive that is par...

Host Jeremy C. Park interviews Dan Williams , Founder, President and CEO of The Playbook for Success Foundation , a nonprofit focused on youth development and literacy programs targeting children from 2nd to 12th grade. Williams shares his background as a former NFL player and discusses the foundation's mission to provide mentorship, health and wellness, and literacy programs, currently operating...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with TD Smyers, CEO of BoardBuild , who highlights the technology platform that connects board candidates with nonprofit organizations through a certification course and matching system. The platform offers nonprofit board training and continuing education credits to help open access and democratize nonprofit board service by overcoming geographic and demographic barriers...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Bree DeMoss , Marketing and Events Manager with Habitat for Humanity Williamson-Maury , who discusses the nonprofit organization's mission to provide affordable homeownership opportunities through mortgage loans and home construction, while offering financial education and support services to help families succeed. The organization serves working families who earn to...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Graham Thomas , Chief Community and Government Relations Officer at tnAchieves , who highlights the nonprofit organization's efforts and mission "to enhance post-secondary opportunities and outcomes by providing holistic student supports rooted in community and accountability." During the interview, Graham explains the organization's partnership with the TN Promise s...

Host Jeremy C. Park interviews Beth Goolesby , Adult Program Director at Empower Me Center , who highlights the Lebanon, Tennessee-based nonprofit organization's efforts and mission to "transform the lives of individuals with special needs through activities and opportunities for growth in a safe, secure environment while providing community education on disabilities and inclusiveness." During the...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Jim Bartoo , Marketing and Public Relations Director with Nashville Zoo , who discusses the zoo's history, growth and development, and commitment to animal welfare, along with the importance of accreditation by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums. He highlights the zoo's conservation efforts, both local and global, as well as their educational programs and upcoming e...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Cindy Siler , CEO of Mercy Community Healthcare , along with Dr. Jesse Malott , Chief Behavioral Health Officer, who both highlight the Federally Qualified Health Center , which has evolved from a children's clinic to provide comprehensive healthcare services to adults and children, including primary care, mental health services, and financial assistance to approxima...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Jeremy Qualls , Executive Director of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center at Williamson County Schools , who discusses the center's growth and success. Established seven years ago, the center initially had 72 students but now has 270 with a long waitlist. The program offers a unique, non-traditional education experience, exposing students to real-world entrepr...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Maggie Schaumleffel , Director of Ministries at Barth House Episcopal Center , who highlights the center's history, mission and efforts. Located near the University of Memphis, Barth House Episcopal Center serves college students and the broader community, focusing on faith, arts, hospitality, and community building. The center aims to help young adults explore their...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Noah Glenn , a filmmaker in Memphis, Tennessee, who founded Like You Film Club to promote children's social and emotional development through family-friendly films and storytelling, building on his previous experience with Indie Memphis and the launch of Choose 901 . The nonprofit organization hosts monthly screenings and is preparing to launch its first annual film...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Ashley Landes , Chief Operating Officer with Tennessee Prison Outreach Ministry (TPOM ), along with Mary McCrary , Development and Recruitment Specialist, who both highlight the nonprofit organization with a Christ-centered mission "to support individuals in and leaving incarceration, as well as their families, with resources and services that empower them to build h...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Margaret Jane Strelecki , Regional Director with Path United in Franklin, Tennessee , who highlights the nonprofit organization "inspiring kids growing up in mobile home communities on their path to becoming flourishing adults." During the interview, Margaret Jane discusses her roots in the community, her background in education, and how she was attracted to Path Uni...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Robyn Householder , President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Serving Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky , who discusses how the BBB has been working for over a century to promote trust in the marketplace through self-regulatory practices and consumer education. Householder details various scams affecting consumers, including cryptocurrency fraud, employmen...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Emily Bonomo , Community Engagement Specialist with Lee Company , who highlights the company's growth from its 1944 founding to its current status as a leading provider of home and business solutions across Middle Tennessee. Founded in 1944 by Leon Lee, Lee Company has grown to provide a wide range of solutions for homes and businesses, including heating, air conditi...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Carla Johnson , keynote speaker, bestselling author, and Innovation Architect, who discusses her background, highlights her book, "Re:Think Innovation," and shares insights on innovation and observation. She explains her approach to innovation, including the Wheel of Innovation process and the importance of curiosity and challenging the status quo. Carla shares examp...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Jeff Ballard , President and CEO of Delta Dental of Tennessee , who highlights the state's largest independent dental benefits carrier, covering 1.5 million residents, and discusses their vision coverage, their recent recognition with the Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics , and how they reinvest profits back into Tennessee communities as a nonprofit. Delt...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Lisa Meister , who recently was honored with the Disaster Response Volunteer Award at the 2025 Strobel Volunteer Award s hosted by Hands On Nashville powered by United Way of Greater Nashville . During the interview, Lisa shares her experiences and insights as a volunteer with the American Red Cross, highlighting the organization's main service areas and the importan...

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Cora Hageman , Founder of Wonderfill Refillery in Cookeville, Tennessee , who discusses her background in environmental conservation and transition to entrepreneurship through her sustainable, refillery business. Wonderfill Refillery operates as a bulk refill shop offering eco-friendly household products, emphasizing sustainability through closed-loop systems and cle...