A new book from a Kentucky native details the last public hanging in the United States, which took place in Owensboro 1936, and examines it through the lens of lynch culture in America.
NashVillager Podcast: Speaking out by showing up
Which Nashvillians will show up for continued protests? Another round of No Kings demonstrations are scheduled for this weekend. Plus the local news for October 15, 2025 and this week’s edition of What Where Whens-day.
NashVillager Podcast: Abolition and Tennessee
Why are MTSU students upset about this year’s Constitution Day speaker? Plus the local news for September 17, 2024.
NashVillager Podcast: Mines, warheads and tragedy
What do we know about the site of Friday morning’s explosion? Plus, the local news for Oct. 13, 2025.
NashVillager Podcast: Too many suicides
How can we reduce the number of Tennesseans who take their own lives? Plus, the local news for Oct. 10, 2025.
NashVillager Podcast: Firefighters Memorial Day
How do we remember? Plus, the local news for Oct. 9, 2025.
NashVillager Podcast: A peaceful transition of power
What happened in last night’s special primary election? Plus, the local news for Oct. 8, 2025.
NashVillager Podcast: Tennessee sports teams are having a moment
Can our current lucky streak last? Plus, the local news for Oct. 7, 2025.
NashVillager Podcast: First Women’s Bank
Why are there so few female CEOs in the banking world? Plus, the local news for Oct. 6, 2025.
NashVillager Podcast: The no-read lists
How did Tennessee get to be a national leader in book banning? Plus, the local news for Oct. 3, 2025.
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