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This Is Nashville is a live one-hour daily show driven by community, for community. This flagship program of WPLN News will become your one-stop-shop for news in Nashville and Middle Tennessee, as we continue to show up each day.

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Recent Guests

Rivers Rutherford
Hall of Fame songwriter
Nashville Songwriters Association (NSAI) / Nashville music scene
Episode: Two Rutherfords and a Taylor: Ask a songwriter
Joybeth Taylor
Songwriter and collaborator with various artists
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Episode: Two Rutherfords and a Taylor: Ask a songwriter
Rhys Rutherford
Songwriter and artist, Rivers Rutherford's son
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Episode: Two Rutherfords and a Taylor: Ask a songwriter
Olivia Rudeen
Singer-songwriter, SESAC writer
SESAC
Episode: Nuts and bolts: The business of songwriting
Chandler Nicole Sherrill
Senior Director of Creative at Electric Feel Entertainment
Electric Feel Entertainment
Episode: Nuts and bolts: The business of songwriting
Dr. E. Michael Harrington
Musicologist, copyright expert
Berklee College of Music (former Belmont), expert witness on copyright cases
Episode: Nuts and bolts: The business of songwriting
Lydia Schultz Cahill
Senior Director of Creative Services at SESAC Performing Rights in Nashville
SESAC
Episode: Nuts and bolts: The business of songwriting
Luke Dick
Grammy-nominated songwriter/producer; has worked with Ella Langley, Eric Church, Miranda Lambert, Dierks Bentley
Songwriter; Producer
Episode: The art of the co-write: Luke Dick and Melody Walker
Melody Walker
Songwriter, Front Country member, Grammy winner for Best American Roots Song (American Dreaming)
Songwriter; Front Country
Episode: The art of the co-write: Luke Dick and Melody Walker

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Blake Farmer
Host of This Is Nashville

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 92 ratings
  • Thank you!

    Lived in Nashville for almost 7 years between graduate school and career. This podcast keeps me connected. It’s informative and fun. And holds the hard conversation with sincerity and integrity.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TTH.2
    United States18 days ago
  • Tasha A. F. Lemley is the BEST!

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    DJcontraption
    3 months ago
  • the best local podcast option

    BY FAR, this is the best local new/culture podcast. A great host and lots of diverse opinions that show you where Nashville stands as a whole.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mr. Clever
    United Statesa year ago
  • Platforming freemasons lmao

    Podcast Addict
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    birch
    2 years ago
  • Metro Council šŸ¤ Artful storytelling

    Not to be dramatic but I am OBSESSED with inside council chambers! Love Nicole and khalils chemistry and I’m always impressed by Nicole’s VAST knowledge of metro council (esp when it includes CM drama + hot goss 😬). OH and the sound effects and music always hit too!

    This longtime WPLN listener is impressed and genuinely happy to hear y’all having fun at work! 🄳

    BRB. I’ll update my review after I catch up on the Big Fella Update

    Apple Podcasts
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    astarks1
    United States2 years ago

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Guests are described as credible and relevant to community interests.
Shows are seen as a go-to source for Nashville issues and governance.
Listeners appreciate deep local context and diverse voices.
Hosts' knowledge and sound design are frequently praised.

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#232
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Nuts and bolts: The business of songwriting
Q: Why register a copyright?
Registration provides formal proof of ownership and standing to pursue damages in court, though copyright exists from creation and fixation in tangible form.
Nuts and bolts: The business of songwriting
Q: How does a publishing deal differ from joining a PRO?
A publishing deal involves the songwriter sharing ownership and earnings of a song with a publisher, who may advance funds and take a percentage; a PRO collects performance royalties for writers and licenses songs for public performance, requiring collaboration with publishers for accurate reporting.
The Roundabout: Property tax pinch and Boring resistance
Q: What is driving the spike in property taxes in Davidson County?
The spike is driven by rapidly rising property assessments and an apparently inflexible revenue model that requires collecting more from a growing population, which has led to higher tax bills even as the budget aims to keep pace with inflation.
Romance Novels: We're no longer hiding the covers
Q: What makes romance books different from other genres, and how has that evolved in Nashville?
Romance has always promised a happy ending, but now it embraces diverse subgenres and characters, expanding representation to queer, Black and Brown voices, and disabilities, while maintaining a sense of community through live events and inclusive book clubs.
The redemption story of RaDonda Vaught
Q: Did criminal charges come as a surprise?
Yes, I did not expect it to rise to that level initially.

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Frequently Asked Questions About This Is Nashville

What is This Is Nashville about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show concentrates on Nashville and Middle Tennessee affairs through timely, issue-driven conversations. Episodes frequently feature local business owners, policymakers, healthcare leaders, educators, and community advocates discussing taxes, housing, safety, healthcare access, and arts and culture, often with roundtable formats or in-depth interviews. A standout is its willingness to foreground diverse community voices—from restaurant operators and venue managers to immigrant rights advocates and safety-net providers—to illuminate how policies shape everyday life. The program likely appeals to listeners who want practical context on local governance, civic processes, and urban development, with a clear emphasis on community impact and a... more

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