
East Tennessee Now is a community oriented public affairs program designed to address local problems and issues and explore possible or existing solutions. The program features community leaders, representatives of area non-profits, healthcare professionals and other experts in their respective fields.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 104 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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Frank Murphy interviews Fr. David Boettner, rector of the Cathedral of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, 711 S. Northshore Drive in Knoxville. Fr. David discusses the first Sunday of Advent and the coming of the Christmas season. Visit the Cathedral's ... more
Frank Murphy interviews local media personality Beth Haynes and Pamela Coleman of the McNabb Foundation about the Beth Haynes 12 Days of Christmas Online Auction benefiting the McNabb
Center’s Dear Santa Program. Funds raised through the auction will... more
Frank Murphy interviews Aram Demirjian, Music Director of the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra about their upcoming performances including Rhapsody in Blue on November 20 and 21, 2025; Elf on November 23, 2025; Handel's Messiah on November 30, 2025, and ... more
Frank Murphy interviews Natalia Havasy, Director of Marketing & Community Benefit at East Tennessee Children's Hospital about their Adopt a Family program and the Fantasy of Trees.
To Adopt a Family, donate $15 or more to benefit East Tennessee Ch... more
Frank Murphy interviews Caroline Bean, Public Relations & Communications Manager for the Gatlinburg Convention & Visitors Bureau and Elaine Frank, Deputy Director of Special Events for the City of Knoxville.
Caroline discusses upcoming events in G... more
Frank Murphy interviews Executive Editor Joel Christopher and Photo Editor Jennifer Dedman of Knox News about the Empty Stocking Fund, which has been helping families in need since 1912. Empty Stocking Fund recipients receive 40 food items including ... more
Frank Murphy interviews Bethany Jackson, Location Leader for the Sevier County Isaiah 117 House. There are currently 37 Isaiah 117 House locations across 13 states with 7 more opening by February, 2026.
The mission of Isaiah 117 House is to reduce... more
Frank Murphy interviews Michael Ray, Executive Director of The Joy of Music School, which provides free weekly music lessons to 150 in-house students and reaches over 1,000 children per year through 19 partner sites.
Learn more at joyofmusi... more
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The content is centered around community engagement and local issues within East Tennessee, focusing particularly on public affairs, healthcare, and initiatives that support growth and outreach in the area. Episodes feature discussions with local leaders, nonprofit representatives, and healthcare experts, highlighting events such as fundraising activities, awareness campaigns, and community support programs. By addressing varied topics from homelessness to substance abuse and educational initiatives, the show aims to inform and inspire listeners about the importance of collective responsibility in making a positive impact in their communities. The emphasis on local narratives and personal experiences makes it particularly relevant for those... more
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Recent guests on East Tennessee Now include:
1. Shaketha Westfield
2. Kristin Robinson
3. Christina Lindberg
4. Carter Brown
5. Glenn Jacobs
6. Courtney Fuson
7. Matthew Blondell
8. Shannon Herron
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