XPLR.NASH Podcast

This year will mark the 158th anniversary of the Battle of Stones River, which was one of the bloodiest conflicts of the Civil War. Jim recounts the context of how this decisive battle landed itself in the Middle Tennessee area and also how a Battle of the Bands also broke out on the battlefield.

Valet prices in Nashville may skyrocket thanks to an updated metro law. Does TDOT have the technology to see if you are flicking off your fellow driver? And is Nashville building a dog park the size of a farm?

Nashville Roads begin to shut down for the Music City Grand Prix. Masks will now be required inside of government buildings in Nashville. Plus, several music venues in town are now requiring vaccine cards for entry.

Williamson County gains a staple Nashville restaurant. An unexpected Tennessee City receives a prestigious international award. And did your favorite restaurant make the list of Food Network’s best restaurants in Nashville?

A new bourbon is released in celebration of the big race this weekend. What restaurants have opened recently in Nashville that are worth checking out? And on the topic of restaurants, Food Network released their list of Top Restaurants for Nashville.

Gibson Guitars is expanding their portfolio into the recording business. Williamson County gets their second headquarters in three days. Plus, 2nd Avenue is about to get a major facelift.

The Big Machine Music City Grand Prix is here in Nashville and here to stay. In the works since 2015, the Big Machine Music City Grand Prix has been gearing up to deliver tons of entertainment and fun to Music City. We talk today with the President of Music City Grand Prix, Chris Parker, to give us all the info as we gear closer to race weekend.

The Tax Free Holiday begins this weekend throughout Tennessee. Want to help Nashville during it’s redistricting phase? The city is asking for your help. Plus, we give you the scoop on Nashville’s newest apartments.

The musicians for the Nashville Symphony finalize their contracts, but with a significant pay cut. Are the Nashville Predators trying to fire the President of Hockey Operations? And the Delta variant of COVID-19 has started spreading across Tennessee. What does this mean for Nashville? And will we see mask mandates again?

Nashville will have some new competition for best brunch in town. The natives of this city may disagree with this statement but Nashville was just voted one of the best places to live. And Nashville music is making its way up north.

The Nashville Police Department has done something that’s never been done in this country. A rooster, duck and a sheep, what do all of these have in common? I really have no idea where you’re going with that but I do know everyone’s pets will be really excited about today’s development news.

Ukranian artist, Biletska, is currently working on a solo pop/electronic project and is also working with other artists in Nashville. She joins the podcast today do talk about her newest release, "Truce", and to talk about her journey to Nashville.

2025 is the target goal to begin playing baseball in Nashville as the Major League team, the Nashville Stars. Recently, there's been a request to help bring ideas for an ideal stadium. This is our proposal.

A new carnival comes to Nashville this summer. Is it replacing the state fair? Guy Fieri opens a chicken restaurant in Downtown Nashville. And if you want to learn about one of the greatest freshwater recreational complexes in the country, as well as see bald eagles, this is your episode.

The Tennessee Lottery sets a new record for money raised. Did Nashville finally establish a department of transportation? Plus, let’s dive into one of the two lakes in Land Between the Lakes, Kentucky Lake.

Boat docks open in downtown Nashville. Music City Grand Prix releases their weekend schedule. Plus, our lake series continues with Land Between the Lakes.

Many things are on the rise in Nashville, but that’s not always a good thing. But while it’s summer here in Tennessee we’ll be continuing our lake series with Tims Ford Lake.

Kara Frazier joins us in studio to talking about her newest release "I Wanna Be Your Woman", a song that brings you back 70 years to the 1950s. This is a story of love and authenticity that is even reflected by the recording style. Kara Frazier also performs this song in a special acoustic music video shot in studio to debut her new single.

How do you bypass all the lines when renewing your tags? Brenda Wynn is on the podcast today to tell us exactly how to do this! Brenda grew up in Nashville and is a graduate of Pearl High School. She received a bachelor of science and a master’s degree in business administration from Tennessee State University. Brenda was appointed Davidson County Clerk by the Metropolitan Council in August 2012....

Want to have breakfast with exotic animals? Don’t miss your chance this month! The Nashville Predators are playing hockey outside. And we bring you another amazing man made water feature that can power a small town.

Nashville’s best goaltender retires after 15 years. Metro Council possibly just got Nashville out of $1 billion of debt. And what is the current state of 2nd avenue six months after the bombing, and what does the future hold for that area?

Nashville’s most iconic singer-songwriter bar to re-open in mid-July. CMA announces a replacement concert series for the CMA Fest. Plus, Bill Lee is paying for your flight to Nashville.

Multiple downtown evacuations. A ship on its way to Nashville gets stuck. And, it’s Burger Week in Nashville! We’ll bring you all the best deals and tips for where to eat the best burgers in this city.

Nashville artist and songwriter DaChri joins us in studio to talk about his new mixed-tape, "The Boy They Left Behind". In this conversation, we talk about how Nashville's culture influences the pop and R&B scene. DaChri gives us some insight on what it was like to move down to Nashville to join a band, then move into creating an independent artist career.

Mark Cleveland and Jenny Pruitt have done what many Nashvillians only dream of, and that's building a beach in downtown Nashville. Take a listen to today's Nashville Story to learn about Little Chill Beach.