Meanwhile in Memphis with New Memphis

A key factor to creating a thriving city is justice. This conversation examines the past in order to create a more just future for all Memphians, together . Jessica Van Dyke , the legal director and co-founder of the Tennessee Innocence Project , and Jasper St. Bernard , the visiting assistant professor of history in the American South for the Institute of Race and Social Transformation at Rhodes...

Memphis and the Mid-South offers unique opportunities that remove barriers to ensure a bright future for the youngest members of our community who are poised to become the future leaders of the city. Leigh Mansberg shares the impact of the first 70 years of Junior Achievement of Memphis and the Mid-South , and what's in store for the next 70 (and beyond!). Resources mentioned in the episode includ...

Memphis is a city worthy of championing! In today's conversation, we chat with fellow city champions John Carroll of City Leadership and David French of Memphis Brand to discuss why it's valuable, important, and necessary for there to be multiple organizations working toward a shared goal. Resources mentioned in this episode include: City Leadership City Leadership's campaigns: Choose901 , Teach90...

Memphis is not only setting records, we're making them, too!  We're taking a look at the state if the music industry Memphis is so well known for. Today's guests are shaping the way the world sees our city and its iconic culture. Matt Ross-Spang (Southern Grooves) and Brandon Seavers   (Memphis Record Pressing) share why Memphis is the place to be right now and moving forward. Resources mentioned...

Great cities need great leaders, and New Memphis is making long-term investments into the city’s greatest resource: it’s people. In today’s episode, we are sharing the mic for a conversation that showcases what opportunities can be unlocked when companies and communities are intentional about attracting and retaining diverse talent, fostering innovation, and building community connections. This co...

Meanwhile in Memphis conversations showcase collaboration in Memphis and beyond, and today's episode is part of a mini-series within the show: Legislately with Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris . This collaboration will bring together experts and local leaders to amplify the way leaders in our community are learning, collaborating, innovating, and working to set Memphis and Shelby County up for succe...

Memphis has a vibrant Downtown and with key projects underway. There are also new reasons for Memphians to celebrate the city's civic assets and come Downtown to engage in community. In this conversation, you'll hear from Chandell Ryan of the Downtown Memphis Commission, Zoe Kahr of The Memphis Brooks Museum of Art, Paul Chandler of Memphis River Parks Partnership, Jessica Benson of Memphis Grizzl...

Collective impact is moving Memphis forward. If you care about Memphis, you're already a philanthropist, and this conversation with Julia McDonald of The Community Foundation of Greater Memphis and  DeVonté Payton of RISE Memphis explores accessible pathways for giving that create maximum potential. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Community Foundation of Greater Memphis GiVE 365 RISE...

Memphis is a media oasis! The city has a vibrant, people-powered ecosystem of with a wealth of public radio stations. Go behind the scenes of two of the city’s signature public stations with Jared "Jay B" Boyd (WYXR 91.7 FM - the host station for Meanwhile in Memphis ) and Charles McLarty .(WKNO 91.1 FM) to learn what role they play in connecting the community through news, music, and fu...

Meanwhile in Memphis conversations showcase collaboration in Memphis and beyond, and today's episode is part of a mini-series within the show: Legislately with Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris . This collaboration will bring together experts and local leaders to amplify the way leaders in our community are learning, collaborating, innovating, and working to set Memphis and Shelby County up for succe...

Vibrant communities have activated downtown civic centers, and Memphis is a shining example of what's possible when you bring people together and the power of connectivity for both businesses and residents. Joining us are Milton Howery of the Downtown Memphis Commission and Joe Simon of the South Main Neighborhood Association. Resources mentioned in this episode include: The Downtown Memphis Commi...

Memphis is the proud home to several higher education institutions, and today we get the opportunity to take a closer look at how three of them work uniquely and in collaboration with one another to create a better, brighter future for students, alumni, and the city as a whole. So no matter if you cheer for the Lynx, The Tigers, or the Magicians... this conversation is a nice reminder that we’re a...

Memphis is a city full of innovators, visionaries, and ideas worth sharing. Today, you’ll hear a few big ideas — born out of the city’s momentum — in the form of TEDx Talks. Whether you take a moment to think about your relationship with your morning cup of coffee or take a beat to focus on the way you breathe, use these talks as a jumping off point to seek fresh perspectives in your day-to-day! R...

Meanwhile in Memphis conversations showcase collaboration in Memphis and beyond, and tody's episode is part of a mini-series within the show: Legislately with Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris. This collaboration will bring together experts and local leaders to amplify the way leaders in our community are learning, collaborating, innovating, and working to set Memphis and Shelby County up for success...

The Memphis Medical District is among the city’s most vibrant business districts. This success is a direct result of a strategic vision that was put in place a decade ago and brought to life by the Memphis Medical District Collaborative. This visionary organization has spent the last 10 years collaborating and coordinating efforts in the district to ensure shared success for businesses, residents,...

Memphis is a city known for its arts and culture output and with the city's expansion in support for the arts and culture sector infrastructure (which you can also learn about in this conversation ), it's vital to understand what potential creative investment can unlock for youth. Rychetta Watkins of Memphis Music Initiative and Ruth Abigail Gardner  of AngelStreet join Meanwhile in Memph...

From economic lifts to culture and connection, Downtown is a crucial piece of the Memphis ecosystem. Chandell Ryan , President and CEO of the Downtown Memphis Commission , discusses what it means to shape and share a vision for Downtown. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Downtown Memphis Commission Previous episodes featuring Downtown Memphis commission can be found here , here , here ,...

This conversation is a continuation of the celebration of collaboration happening in the Memphis Medical District. Dr. Tracy D. Hall of Southwest Tennessee Community College and Dr. Hampton Hopkins of Baptist Health Sciences University join the dialogue to share the ways their institutions are working in parallel and in partnership to shape the future workforce of the city. Resources mentioned in...

Memphis is a city known for its entrepreneurial spirit and drive for innovation. This conversation with Anthony Young and Nate Smith explores the ways Epicenter is working to showcase Memphis' talent and resources for compounded growth locally and across the nation. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Epicenter Innova Memphis Epicenter Launch Capital Readiness Accelerator Customer Readine...

The Legis-lately series with Mayor Lee Harris is created by the office of Mayor Lee Harris. This episode will feature a conversation with State Representative and Chairman of the House Democratic Caucus, John Ray Clemmons. He is joining Mayor Harris today to share a state-level perspectives on their party’s approach to the intersection of policy and politics as they relate to issues impacting Tenn...

Community development corporations are standing at the intersection of preservation and progress, ready and willing to showcase their own neighborhood's unique culture and assets for the city to share in. Randall Garrett of Klondike Smokey City CDC and Michael Cowan of Community LIFT share (in this extended-cut episode) the details of how collaboration, trust, and relationships create pathways for...

Memphis leads in many ways when it comes to healthcare, notably because of the institutions that are shaping the medical professionals of tomorrow. Dr. Peter Buckley of University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) and Dr. Lewis Reich of Southern College of Optometry (SCO) stopped by the studio to share how their institutions in the Memphis Medical District are working to build an interdis...

Memphis is known for its creative and cultural identity, and one organization stands out as a champion for the creative sector. Over the last 10 years, UNAPOLOGETIC. has helped artists remain authentic while building resources and infrastructure to help their work remain authentically Memphis. This conversation with IMAKEMADBEATS and Kid Maestro explores the need for diversity in all sectors and h...

Meanwhile in Memphis conversations showcase collaboration in Memphis and beyond, and today's episode is part of a mini-series within the show: Legislately with Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris ! This collaboration will bring together nationally-renowned experts and local leaders to amplify ways leaders in our community are learning, collaborating, innovating, and working to set Memphis and Shelby Co...

It’s often said that the “magic” of Memphis comes from its people. In this conversation, learn how an innovative organization (UMRF Ventures) is implementing a unique business model with unique solutions for building a talent pipeline: helping students build professional skills to kick-start careers by employing them before they graduate. UMRF Ventures CEO, Pierre Landaiche, and student employee,...