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The first ripple effect of the investigation into surveillance at the Nashville District Attorney’s office is a big one: a major murder trial on indefinite hold. Plus the local news for October 4, 2024 and equal access to country music’s stages.   Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public Radio Host/producer: Nina Cardona Editor: Miriam Kramer Additional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonza...

Vanderbilt University opened on this day in 1875, and the university has major plans for the coming years. Plus, the local news for October 3, 2024 and reporters in East Tennessee witnessing the devastation of last week’s storms   Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public Radio Host/producer: Nina Cardona Editor: Miriam Kramer Additional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Rachel Iacov...

When a natural disaster like the fallout from Hurricane Helene hits, states organize to help their neighbors. We dive into how it works. Plus, the local news for October 2, 2024 and this week’s edition of What Where Whens-day .    Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public Radio Host/producer: Nina Cardona Editor: Miriam Kramer Additional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Rachel Iacov...

Winfield Dunn spent a short time as Tennessee’s governor, but his administration was a watershed moment for the state. Plus, the local news for October 1, 2024 and voter’s questions answered.   Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public Radio Host/producer: Nina Cardona Editor: Miriam Kramer Additional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Rachel Iacovone, LaTonya Turner and the staff of...

The investigation into misconduct in DA Glenn Funk’s office has some historical parallels. Plus the local news for September 30, 2024 and a discussion about the state of Nashville’s music industry.   Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public Radio Host/producer: Nina Cardona Editor: Miriam Kramer Additional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Rachel Iacovone, LaTonya Turner and the sta...

Lawmakers are trying to make big changes in public schools, but it was a long and winding road to get to this moment. Plus, the local news for September 27, 2024 and how faith-based organizations can expand affordable housing.   Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public Radio Host/producer: Nina Cardona Editor: Miriam Kramer Additional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Rachel Iacovon...

Understanding the iconic building in Centennial Park unlocks the history of how Nashville’s concept of itself has changed over time. Plus, the local news for September 26, 2024 and how far rural Tennesseans have to go for chemotherapy.   Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public Radio Host/producer: Nina Cardona Editor: Miriam Kramer Additional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Rache...

Personal responsibility, smart decision making, and regulations helped solve one environmental crisis. What about our current moment? Plus, the local news for September 25, 2024 and this week’s edition of What Where Whens-day .   Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public Radio Host/producer: Nina Cardona Editor: Miriam Kramer Additional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Rachel Iacovo...

We break down a wild chapter in 20th Century history that posed a major domestic threat to America. Plus the local news for September 24, 2024 and a look at how accessible Nashville is for people with disabilities.   Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public Radio Host/producer: Nina Cardona Editor: Miriam Kramer Additional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Rachel Iacovone, LaTonya T...

 We re-examine the story of Mary Mallon, highlighting plenty of parallels with our modern experience of the COVID-19 pandemic. Plus the local news for September 23, 2024 and a look at how vinyl gets made at United Record Pressing.    Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public Radio Host/producer: Nina Cardona Editor: Miriam Kramer Additional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Rachel Ia...

Plans for a Murfreesboro ballpark include the unique inclusion of some local history. Plus, the local news for September 20, 2024 and a Jackie Shane documentary.   Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public Radio Host/producer: Nina Cardona Editor: Miriam Kramer Additional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Rachel Iacovone, LaTonya Turner and the staff of WPLN and WNXP

Deciding to release the manifesto or writings of a person who has committed a crime is never easy for a newsroom. But understanding why the Unabomber’s manifesto was published can hold lessons for the future. Plus, the local news for September 19, 2024 and Brentwood high schooler could win an international competition.   Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public Radio Host/producer: Nina C...

Tennessee’s bankers may be going to the polls this November with the hope to reverse a new state law. Plus the local news for September 18, 2024 and this week’s edition of What Where Whens-Day.   Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public Radio Host/producer: Nina Cardona Editor: Miriam Kramer Additional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Rachel Iacovone, LaTonya Turner and the staff o...

Former Vice President Mike Pence is in Murfreesboro to celebrate the U.S. Constitution today, and some Middle Tennessee State University students aren’t happy about it. Plus, the local news for September 17, 2024 and the New Music Experience talks about notable female artists.   Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public Radio Host/producer: Nina Cardona Editor: Miriam Kramer Additional sup...

Spring Hill workers seem to be leading a push to unionize Southern auto plants, but, so far, their peers in Smyrna remain steady in their choice not to organize. Plus, the local news for September 16, 2024 and a spirited discussion about harm reduction.   Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public Radio Host/producer: Nina Cardona Editor: Miriam Kramer Additional support: Mack Linebaugh, To...

Hickory Hollow was once a vibrant Nashville mall. Now, its site is slated to become something of a new downtown area for Antioch. Plus the local news for September 13, 2024 and the hope being offered by the Wallace Street Studio Apartments.    Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public Radio Host/producer: Nina Cardona Editor: Miriam Kramer Additional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez,...

Some say strict rules and policies around voting in Tennessee protect the integrity of our elections, but are there too many hurdles to casting a ballot? Plus the local news for September 12, 2024 and L10N.   Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public Radio Host/producer: Nina Cardona Editor: Miriam Kramer Additional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Rachel Iacovone, LaTonya Turner an...

Today, we’re taking a moment to delight in the ongoing careers of talented journalists who have worked at WPLN News. Plus the local news for September 11, 2024 and this week’s installment of What Where Whens-Day.   Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public Radio Host/producer: Nina Cardona Editor: Miriam Kramer Additional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Rachel Iacovone, LaTonya Tur...

It’s the anniversary of the Hattie Cotton Elementary School bombing. We’re taking a look at the circumstances of it and the new push to solve the case and two others. Plus the local news for September 10, 2024 and parenting solo in Nashville.   Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public Radio Host/producer: Nina Cardona Editor: Miriam Kramer Additional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez...

A look at the role the Metropolitan Development and Housing Agency plays in designing Nashville’s future. Plus the local news for September 9, 2024 and the changing conversation about TennCare.   Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public Radio Host/producer: Nina Cardona Editor: Miriam Kramer Additional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Rachel Iacovone, LaTonya Turner and the staff o...

On the anniversary of TPAC’s opening, we take a snapshot of changes in store for the home to a big chunk of Nashville’s performing fine arts scene. Plus the local news for September 6, 2024 and WNXP’s Nashville Artist of the Month: Connor Youngblood.   Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public Radio Host/producer: Nina Cardona Editor: Miriam Kramer Additional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony...

The Screaming Eagles of the 101st Airborne have a storied history in American combat operations. Now they’re testing out ideas for how the Army can adapt to a new era of warfare. Plus the local news for September 5, 2024 and how zero tolerance for threats in Tennessee schools is really working out.   Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public Radio Host/producer: Nina Cardona Editor: Miriam...

 It may not give us a monorail, but if the transit referendum passes in November, it could mean expanded bus service, sidewalks and bike lanes. Plus, the local news for September 4, 2024 and this week’s edition of What, Where, Whens-day .   Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public Radio Host/producer: Nina Cardona Editor: Miriam Kramer Additional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Ra...

University athletics are bringing in the big bucks for one Tennessee institution while costing others more than they may have bargained for. Plus ,the local news for September 3, 2024 and musician Nick Cave.     Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public Radio   Host/producer: Nina Cardona   Editor: LaTonya Turner   Additional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Rachel Iacovone, Miriam...

What does summer sound like? In this special edition of the NashVillager podcast, WPLN education reporter Alexis Marshall brings listeners to three summer camps serving different communities around Nashville. This Tennessee camp creates space for grief — and joy — for children who have lost a loved one This songwriting camp offers inspiration and exposure for Nashville girls How this camp for kids...