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Behind the Headlines Podcast

WKNO/The Daily Memphian
Memphis
Memphis, United States
Memphis, Tennessee
Memphis Safe Task Force
Memphis Shelby County Schools
Shelby County
Redistricting
Affordable Housing
Immigration Policy
National Guard
Crime
Education
Federal Intervention In Memphis
Law Enforcement
Millington, United States
Public Safety
Youth Justice and Education Center
Juvenile Detention
Regional 1
Homelessness

Each week host Eric Barnes discusses major stories in the Memphis area with business executives, community leaders and politicians, as well as local journalists. WKNO's Behind the Headlines Podcast is powered by the Daily Memphian.

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Democratic nominee for Shelby County Sheriff Anthony Buckner talks about immigration and the Memphis Safe Task Force as well as a new jail.

John DeBerry, the Republican nominee for Shelby County mayor, talks about state intervention in Memphis and Shelby County as well as his hopes for a gradual withdrawal of the Memphis Safe Task Force.

The quick shift from the May elections to the August elections is the main topic of discussion on this week's journalist roundtable on "Behind The Headlines."

Habitat for Humanity recently hit a milestone in Uptown: Two homes it finished building in February had their appraisals match their costs, which isn't a given when talking about affordable housing in Memphis.

Zach Amos, the public policy director ... more

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Recent Guests

Kaylin Johnson
Journalist from The Memphis Flyer
The Memphis Flyer
Episode: 1645: The fast track to the August state and federal primary elections
Mary Caciela
Editorial Director with The Daily Memphian
The Daily Memphian
Episode: 1645: The fast track to the August state and federal primary elections
Zach Amos
Director of Public Policy for Habitat for Humanity of Greater Memphis
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Memphis
Episode: 1644: Affordable housing wins come a few lots at a time
Kelbert Fagan
Program Manager for Convergence Memphis
Convergence Memphis
Episode: 1644: Affordable housing wins come a few lots at a time
Ron Brooks
President of River City Capital
River City Capital
Episode: 1644: Affordable housing wins come a few lots at a time
Mike Dunavant
U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Tennessee
U.S. Department of Justice
Episode: 1642: US attorney on being back in office and Task Force
Rachel Wall
Head of the Shelby County Republican Party
Republican Party
Episode: 1641: Democrats and Republicans strategize ahead of May county primaries
Willie Simon
Head of the Shelby County Democratic Party
Democratic Party
Episode: 1641: Democrats and Republicans strategize ahead of May county primaries
Tarek Sugarman
Shelby County juvenile court judge
Shelby County Juvenile Court
Episode: 1639: Changes to county juvenile detention include uniforms and toothbrushes

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Eric Barnes
Host of Behind the Headlines; central figure in civic reporting and analysis.
Bill Dries
Reporter and analyst contributing journalism context and local governance insight.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • Great service to local/regional communities

    Eric Barnes and Bill Dries have consistently provided excellent journalism over many years. Thank you and the Daily Memphian!

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Clear, data-driven local coverage that connects policy to daily life.
Consistently strong guest mix and practical context for local issues.
Great on-the-ground reporting with thoughtful questions about policy and governance.

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1622: Richmond wants to stay in charge at Memphis-Shelby County Schools
Q: Why did you propose closing five schools and how might that affect attendance zones in Frayser?
He explains the goal of right-sizing the district, aligning feeder patterns, and preparing for a new Frayser high school while adhering to legislative requirements, with a focus on long-term community impact.
1622: Richmond wants to stay in charge at Memphis-Shelby County Schools
Q: What do you bring to the job, given your 32 years with the district and your role during the merger?
Richmond emphasizes historical context, credibility from experience and relationships, and a deep understanding of the community and district operations, arguing these are essential for providing stability.
1619: Public holds GOP responsible for ongoing government shutdown, Cohen says
Q: What is your view on redistricting and the potential changes to Shelby County's political map?
Cohen outlines a potential shift to districts that could span from downtown Memphis to the Kentucky border, discusses the political dynamics of Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act and the implications for local representation, and underscores the strategic considerations for future elections.
1619: Public holds GOP responsible for ongoing government shutdown, Cohen says
Q: As a US congressman, do you have a crystal ball into what's really happening with ICE and immigration enforcement in Memphis?
Cohen explains the complexity of enforcement, questions the balance between immigration control and workforce needs, and notes inconsistencies in data while emphasizing the human impact and the role of policy at the federal level.
1619: Public holds GOP responsible for ongoing government shutdown, Cohen says
Q: My first question for you, I mean, there's so many things we could talk about. We'll try to stay as local as possible, and there are a lot of things happening at the national level, obviously, that are affecting us locally.
Cohen discusses the Memphis Safe Task Force and the influx of federal resources, weighing whether it has been good or bad for Memphis, acknowledging both positives like crime reduction and negatives like civil liberty concerns and impacts on local priorities.

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This show features roundtable-style and interview-style discussions focused on Memphis-area politics, governance, crime, education, housing, and urban development. Hosts frequently anchor conversations with local journalists, public officials, and community leaders, creating data-informed takes on issues like school governance, public safety, and city growth. The format tends to blend reporting context with policy analysis, often highlighting how state decisions intersect with Memphis-area realities. A standout trait is its steady involvement of veteran local journalists and a broad mix of stakeholders—from elected officials to nonprofit and business leaders—delivering a grounded, civically focused briefing for residents interested in how l... more

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