Today In The Upper Cumberland

Grayson Cupit, Morgan Franklin, and Matthew Tuttle join the Today In The Upper Cumberland to speak on the noise and immature arguments going on between the two large political parties.

COPD, what is it? Regional Representative of the COPD Foundation, Amanda Atkinson, joins the Today In The Upper Cumberland Podcast to discuss what COPD is and how we can all be more aware about it. She speaks on the dangers and negative effects of COPD, while also giving helpful tips on how to help prevent it. Listen To The Today In The Upper Cumberland Podcast Today!

Affordable housing is an issue that has become more and more prevalent in the Upper Cumberland, as more and more growth takes place. Sparta City Administrator Tony Tindle, Sparta Mayor Jerry Lowery, Livingston Mayor Lori Elder Burnett, and Cookeville City Manager James Mills join the show to give their expert insights on the topic. Listen To The Today In The Upper Cumberland Podcast Today!

Affordable housing is an issue that has become more and more prevalent in the Upper Cumberland, as more and more growth takes place. Sparta City Administrator Tony Tindle, Sparta Mayor Jerry Lowery, Livingston Mayor Lori Elder Burnett, and Cookeville City Manager James Mills join the show to give their expert insights on the topic. Listen To The Today In The Upper Cumberland Podcast Today!

On this episode of Today In The Upper Cumberland, political rhetoric is the topic of discussion. Dr. Lauren Harding joins the show to discuss the history of political rhetoric, while also speaking on how both parties can better speak and communicate between each other. Listen To The Today In The Upper Cumberland Podcast Today!

Casey Fox joins Larry Stone on Today In The Upper Cumberland to discuss being the new Athletic Director at Tennessee Technological University. He talks about his upcoming plans and ideas to expand and further grow the university's athletic department, and even more so grow student athletes. Listen To The Today In The Upper Cumberland Podcast Today!

Chris Cassety, Executive Director of Highlands Residential Services joins the Today In The Upper Cumberland Podcast To Discuss affordable housing and the capability of it across the county. Why is housing so expensive nowadays? How is Chris and others bringing the cost down? Listen To The Today In The Upper Cumberland Podcast Today!

Guest Kayla Jackson from the Mental Health Cooperative joins Larry Stone to discuss the affordability of healthcare and how it is affecting people around the country. Additionally, they discuss mental health care and how important it is to keep your mental health in check. Listen To The Today In The Upper Cumberland Podcast Today!

New Executive Director Elizabeth Lisic joins Today In The Upper Cumberland to discuss all things Mustard Ranch. From the original story of how they came to be, to the importance of having a place where young children could connect with Christ. The Mustard Ranch has become a very popular and notable in the Upper Cumberland because of the great job the team does. Listen To The Today In The Upper Cum...

On this episode of Today In The Upper Cumberland, guest Dr. Nicole Pisapia joins the show to discuss the Restoring Childhood initiative, as well as to give a parental perspective on the matter. How do you implement less technology, and more activity? What are the best ways to get your child outside and moving? All these questions and more answered on this episode of Today In The Upper Cumberland....

Guests Joey Williams of the Criminal Investigations Division of the Cookeville Police Department and Kevin Starr of the TBI's ICAC Task Force join Larry Stone to discuss the growing issue of crimes against children. Abduction, sexual exploitation, and trafficking of children are just a few crimes in the changing issue that are crimes against children. Listen To Today In The Upper Cumberland Every...

Guests Joey Williams of the Criminal Investigations Division of the Cookeville Police Department and Kevin Starr of the TBI's ICAC Task Force join Larry Stone to discuss the growing issue of crimes against children. Abduction, sexual exploitation, and trafficking of children are just a few crimes in the changing issue that are crimes against children. Listen To Today In The Upper Cumberland Every...

Still a factor in our world, but much less dangerous. Larry Stone sits down with Choice Health Network's UC Client Services Manager Connie Garrett to discuss HIV, how dangerous it still is, and the preventions that have been taken to limit the harmfulness of HIV. Listen To Today In The Upper Cumberland Every Saturday On 94.1 News Talk!

The impact of phones and technology on the young generation, it's scary to all, especially educators. Guests Bubba Winningham, 9-12 Cirriculum Supervisor, and Dr. Diana Wood, PK-4 Cirriculum Supervisor join Today In The Upper Cumberland to give an educator's point of view on the negative impact of devices. Increased tantrums, inability to discuss their feelings, and more gives increasing concern t...

Director of the TN Financial Literacy Commission Bill Parker and Shelli King of the Department of Treasury join Larry Stone to discuss financial literacy. It's often times a mystery to young and old people, something not normally taught. However, financial literacy is one of the most important skills you could have. Financial literacy is an ever-evolving game, and a tricky one at that. But the ben...

Guests Eric Brown and Regis Billings join Larry Stone to discuss cyber crimes, an ever changing game. We've seen it in our own backyard in just the last few weeks. Cookeville Regional Medical Center, a target of cyber crimes that led to networks being taken down, hasn't and won't be the only victim. It's an ever changing threat that all of us, not just large corporations, need to be aware of and t...

A chance to learn - the beginning of a community journey. To understand the challenges presented by a tool used every day. The unintended consequences of the phone and digital devices. Overuse has many side effects, and our main concern is the children of today's age. Listen To Today In The Upper Cumberland Every Saturday On 94.1 News Talk!

Our guest Ryan Dalton sits down with Larry Stone to discuss the negative effects phones and other electronic devices have on us on all, but more specifically, the youth. Ryan Dalton is leading the community charge called 'Restoring Childhood', and isn't stopping until he makes a lasting impact. Listen To Today In The Upper Cumberland Every Saturday On 94.1 News Talk!

A growing region, with expanding crime. Today in the Upper Cumberland, Larry Stone sits down with Sherriff Eddie Farris and Major Brandon Tayes of the Investigative Division to discuss the changes in crime and rise of gangs in the Upper Cumberland. Listen To Today In The Upper Cumberland Every Saturday On 94.1 News Talk!

How well do you know your money? A study in 2024 found that financial literacy stands around 50% in the United States. But what is financial literacy, and what impact does it have on your life? Larry Stone sits down with Tennessee Tech expert Chelsea Dowell, recently recognized for her work on financial literacy, to discuss financial literacy, and how it can affect you. Listen To Today In The Uppe...

Fighting for a long term solution... a growing community, looking to protect animals. The White County Commissioners have been battling the budget now for well over a month. One issue that has not been discussed much is what to do long term about the low budget for animals. One says more needs to be done by the government as well as citizens. Listen To Today In The Upper Cumberland Every Saturday...

Practical solutions, and a change in values... protecting Cumberland County Animals, Today In The Upper Cumberland. Listen To Today In The Upper Cumberland Every Saturday On 94.1 News Talk!

Building on a dream... the state's work toward literacy, Today In The Upper Cumberland. A thought leader, an advisor, a catalyst. That's how the Governor's Early Literacy Foundation best describes its work. A total of five key programs are a part of the foundation. Listen To Today In The Upper Cumberland Every Saturday On 94.1 News Talk!

Our guest Dr. Amber Spears, TN Tech Associate Professor Of Literacy joins us to speak on how teaching literacy is changing in our area, as well as how we are changing the way that our teachers are taught. Listen To The Today In The Upper Cumberland Podcast Today!

It was a trial that captured America's attention. Dr. George Webb is a retired Tennessee Tech Professor and author of "The Evolution Controversy In America." Listen to hear all about The Scopes Trial and evolution being taught in school. Listen To The Today In The Upper Cumberland Podcast Today!