For sixteen years Giancarlo Guerrero has captivated audiences with his charismatic conducting — all while championing the works of prominent American composers and winning multiple GRAMMY Awards. This weekend, Guerrero’s tenure as Music Director at the Nashville Symphony comes to a close. On today’s episode, he joins us to talk about his life, his work […]
Be good to each other: Khalil Ekulona on life and his journey to broadcasting
Khalil Ekulona has been the voice — and a driving force — of This Is Nashville since he helped launch the show three years ago. He has brought his curiosity, warmth and genuine empathy to the more than 550 episodes he’s hosted.
Jerome Moore: Exploring social change with Nashville’s native son
If you are a fan of local media, there is a good chance you’ve heard the voice or seen the face of Jerome Moore.
Odessa Settles, musician and nurse
Odessa Settles comes from a family of musicians and activists. Recently retired after five decades as a neonatal nurse at Vanderbilt, she continues to perform with her group, The Settles Connection, for audiences across the country.
David French: political commentator and writer
Political commentator and writer David French is well known in politically conservative and Christian circles. But in a time when misinformation and swagger sells, French expresses deeply personal and independent views, leaving him at odds with some conservatives and Christians.
Gillian Welch and David Rawlings, Singer-songwriters
Three decades ago, singer-songwriters Gillian Welch and Dave Rawlings came to Nashville and fleshed out a very modern and influential take on an old-time country music sensibility.
Julia Martin, artist and gallery owner/operator
Tucked away on a side-street in the rapidly-changing Wedgewood-Houston neighborhood sits the gallery space that artist Julia Martin has called home for more than a decade.
Chuck iNDigo, artist and rapper
Nashville-native Chuck iNDigo is keeping his cool under a bright spotlight.
Megan Barry, author and Nashville’s first female mayor
In 2015, Megan Barry became the first female mayor of Nashville. In 2018, her term ended prematurely and shockingly.
Christina Soontornvat, author
Christina Soontornvat is an engineer, science educator and the bestselling author of more than 25 books for children of all ages. Her latest picture book, Leo’s First Vote, is a timely introduction to elections and the importance of every single vote.
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