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Will Tennessee House Representative Gloria Johnson (D - Knoxville) unseat incumbent Marsha Blackburn this November? What strategies does she plan to implement? Find out on this edition of Inside Politics.  Support the show: https://www.newschannel5.com/plus/inside-politics See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Austin Peay State University professor of political science Michael Bednarczuk is our guest on this edition of Inside Politics detailing how and if the vice-presidential debate will change voters' minds.  Support the show: https://www.newschannel5.com/plus/inside-politics See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With a little over 45 days until the election, both presidential candidates still have a lot of ground to cover to motivate voters to show up to the polls and cast their ballots. But how will they succeed? What rhetoric will they use? Vanderbilt Professor of Philosophy Robert Talisse joins this edition of Inside Politics to share what motivates voters at this point in the 2024 campaign.  Support t...

The late Father Charles Strobel's new book, "Kingdom of the Poor," covers his interpretation of meaning and understanding. Find more about the writing process and who helped complete it.  Guests are Katie Seigenthaler (Finn Partners, Charles Strobel's niece, co-editor), and Rachel Hester (Room in the Inn Executive Director).  Support the show: https://www.newschannel5.com/plus/inside-politics See...

Political analysts Larry Woods (D) and Bill Phillips (R) join this edition of Inside Politics to preface the presidential debate on September 10.  Support the show: https://www.newschannel5.com/plus/inside-politics See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Thomas Schwartz, Professor of History and Political Science at Vanderbilt University, updates viewers on the current situation in Ukraine and the Middle East.  Support the show: https://www.newschannel5.com/plus/inside-politics See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vanderbilt Professor of History Nicole Hemmer joins this edition of Inside Politics to share the impact the Democratic and Republican Conventions may have had on undecided voters and what strategies both sides plan to utilize to gain as many votes as possible before Election Day.  Support the show: https://www.newschannel5.com/plus/inside-politics See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...

Vice Mayor Angie Henderson joins the program to share the accomplishments and what still needs to be done in Metro Nashville on this edition of Inside Politics.  Support the show: https://www.newschannel5.com/plus/inside-politics See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Democratic and Republican analysts Larry Woods and Bill Phillips join this edition of Inside Politics to share thoughts on Democratic nominee Kamala Harris's running mate selection Tim Walz.  Support the show: https://www.newschannel5.com/plus/inside-politics See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of Inside Politics, author Betsy Phillips joins the program to discuss her new book, "Dynamite Nashville," which investigates bombings that occurred in the Nashville area in years past.  Support the show: https://www.newschannel5.com/plus/inside-politics See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Esteemed attorney, professor, and political expert David French with Lipscomb University joins this edition of Inside Politics to discuss the recent reshuffling in the presidential race and strategies each side plans to implement.  Support the show: https://www.newschannel5.com/plus/inside-politics See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With two wars concurrently waging and more people voting in 2024 than ever before, the global political landscape has certainly shifted - though it hasn't had its shortage of surprises. Here to share thoughts on political trends both in the US and abroad is Dr. Thomas Schwartz, distinguished professor of history and political science at Vanderbilt University.  Support the show: https://www.newscha...

Nashville Banner editor-in-chief Steve Cavendish joins the program to explain how attendance at the polls may play out this year with the primary elections looming. We also discuss agendas that hopeful candidates are running on like school vouchers.  Other topics include national elections, such as the race between incumbent Senator Marsha Blackburn and likely Gloria Johnson, as well as incumbent...

Chloe Akers, founder of Best of Tennessee, joins the program to encourage moderate and undecided voters to participate in the primary election and to reiterate that an informed decision is the best way to preserve democracy.  To catch up on other shows that you may have missed, visit newschannel5.com/plus/inside-politics  Support the show: https://www.newschannel5.com/plus/inside-politics See omny...

MTSU Political Science Professor John Vile (PhD) joins this edition of Inside Politics to share his analysis on the June 27 Presidential Debate, how factual each candidates' arguments actually were, and who emerged as a "winner."  For more information on state, local, and national politics, go to newschannel5.com/plus/inside-politics.  Support the show: https://www.newschannel5.com/plus/inside-pol...

As we near the 2024 elections, the upcoming debate between incumbent Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump, and Metro budget finalization, David Plazas with The Tennessean joins the program to discuss local, state, and national political trends.  Support the show: https://www.newschannel5.com/plus/inside-politics See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Courtney Johnston, Metro Councilwoman overseeing Metro District 26, is campaigning in the national primary race against TN 5th District Rep. Andy Ogles. How will she better serve the needs of constituents in this district? How will she do a better job than Rep. Ogles? Find out on this edition of Inside Politics.  Support the show: https://www.newschannel5.com/plus/inside-politics See omnystudio.co...

a 61-page memo considered a whistleblower about improprieties within Metro Police has been recently released. What exactly did it say about misconduct among leadership? Who will review these allegations? Here to discuss is Steven Hale, reporter for Nashville Banner.  Support the show: https://www.newschannel5.com/plus/inside-politics See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former President Donald Trump was found guilty on all 34 felony charges in New York's hush money trial involving Stormy Daniels. How has the public responded? Will he face jail time? Will he still have a chance at winning the presidential election in November? To answer these questions, we invite Democratic panelist Larry Woods and Republican panelist Bill Phillips to join the program and share th...

Nashville Metro Council at Large Member Delishia Porterfield joins this edition of Inside Politics to share her thoughts regarding Mayor Freddie O'Connell's plans to deliver on his proposals given Metro's already-tight budget and a looming referendum on mass transit.  Support the show: https://www.newschannel5.com/plus/inside-politics See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The economy plays a large role in presidential election outcomes. This year, foreign affairs play a role as well. Joining us is Vanderbilt University History and Political Science Professor Thomas Schwartz. Support the show: https://www.newschannel5.com/plus/inside-politics See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Mayor of Nashville Megan Barry joins this edition of Inside Politics to explain why she believes serving Tennessee's 7th District in Washington will benefit Tennesseans and what she could do for constituents that current Rep. Mark Green (R) has not.  Support the show: https://www.newschannel5.com/plus/inside-politics See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The eventful 113th Tennessee General Assembly has come to a close. Much has happened over the last four months, and it was not without controversy. Here to explain the impact of what legislation was passed, what was not passed, and what is on the agenda moving forward are local reporters Blaise Gainey (WPLN) and Stephen Elliott (Nashville Banner).  Support the show: https://www.newschannel5.com/pl...

For the first time in American history, a United States president stands trial for criminal charges. Joining us via Zoom to analyze the first week of former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York City is John Vile, Political Science Professor at Middle Tennessee State University.  Support the show: https://www.newschannel5.com/plus/inside-politics See omnystudio.com/listener for priva...

State Senate Bill SB1325 passed earlier this week, which could authorize school faculty and staff in Tennessee to carry concealed weapons on school grounds. State Senator Heidi Campbell (D-Nashville) joins the show to explain the rationale for passing such legislation and its consequences for teachers, students, and the public.   Support the show: https://www.newschannel5.com/plus/inside-politics...