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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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One week ago, Tennessee tried to carry out the execution of Christa Pike. The execution did not go as planned. Pike survived the lethal injection, making her case an unprecedented moment in the history of capital punishment.

Today, we’re bringing to... more

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Headliner: Journalist JP Olsen on his Nashville Scene cover story about missing immigrant labor.

Newsmaker: Luthier Manuel Delgado on new incentives approved by the Metro Council for "legacy" small businesses.

Tastemakers: Maestro Leonard Slatkin a... more

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The sightings are becoming more common — a Waymo out in the wild.

And more are on the way. Waymo and Lyft announced a joint partnership with rideshare liaison Flexdrive at an unveiling on Thursday, October 1. The partnership includes an 80,000-squar... more

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Part coach. Part minister. Part social strategist. Anne-Marie Zanzel is all of those things because it’s what she needed when she came out in middle age.

Before the life changing thought, “I think I’m gay", she worked as a hospice chaplain and helpe... more

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Recent Guests

Azul Dahlstrom-Eckman
Transportation reporter, KQED
KQED (San Francisco)
Episode: Waymo and the acceleration of autonomous vehicles
Sarah Grace Taylor
Reporter, The Nashville Banner
The Nashville Banner
Episode: Waymo and the acceleration of autonomous vehicles
Jerri Green
Chief Public Defender in Shelby County and Memphis City Council member; Democratic gubernatorial candidate
Democratic Party / Tennessee politics
Episode: What’s keeping Tennesseans from voting? Plus, Jerri Green and a Christa Pike execution update
Rahim Buford
Founder of Unheard Voices Outreach, formerly incarcerated
Unheard Voices Outreach
Episode: What’s keeping Tennesseans from voting? Plus, Jerri Green and a Christa Pike execution update
Josh Clinton
Vanderbilt pollster, co-director of the Center for the Study of Democratic Institutions and the Vanderbilt Poll
Vanderbilt University
Episode: What’s keeping Tennesseans from voting? Plus, Jerri Green and a Christa Pike execution update
Ashley Sellers
Former inmate who was mentored by Christa Pike and later involved in nonprofit work
Rafa (a nonprofit)
Episode: Ask Mayor Freddie O'Connell and three women who knew Christa Pike on death row
Casey Raines
Woman who was pregnant while in Christa Pike's pod; received Christa's help
Recovery court (East Tennessee connection mentioned)
Episode: Ask Mayor Freddie O'Connell and three women who knew Christa Pike on death row
Marcy Wilson
Mother of a girl who died of an overdose; spoke about Christa Pike's influence and mercy
Not specified in transcript
Episode: Ask Mayor Freddie O'Connell and three women who knew Christa Pike on death row
Alexis Marshall
Reporter who pursued the O. Henry/Nashville story for Curious Nashville
WPLN News
Episode: Curious Nashville: Trivia Edition

Host

Blake Farmer
Host of This Is Nashville; long-standing Nashville Public Radio journalist with a focus on local governance and community stories

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 98 ratings
  • So sad

    I am a Nashville native, and I used to value WPLN as a station to for relevant news. Unfortunately, in the past couple of years things have taken a hard turn. The recent “next age” series was so over the line that I don’t plan on listening anymore. So disappointing.

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    Kaitnash
    United States5 months ago
  • 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 States7 months ago
  • Tasha A. F. Lemley is the BEST!

    Podcast Addict
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    DJcontraption
    10 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.

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    Mr. Clever
    United States2 years ago
  • Platforming freemasons lmao

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    birch
    3 years ago

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Listeners value the depth and clarity of local coverage.
Feedback highlights strong host chemistry and high production quality.
The show is praised for diverse guest voices and practical takeaways for Nashville residents.
Some listeners wish for more regional issue depth beyond Nashville city limits.

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#138
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#123
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#219
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Ask Mayor Freddie O'Connell and three women who knew Christa Pike on death row
Q: What is Nashville doing about the potential growth of data centers after the moratorium expires?
The mayor notes a robust regulatory framework, a moratorium, and plans to monitor energy impact and planning, with continued updates and coordination with the public radio team.
Ask Mayor Freddie O'Connell and three women who knew Christa Pike on death row
Q: Anna, how many data centers are there in Middle Tennessee, and how many are proposed?
The mayor explains the difficulty of defining a data center and distinguishing those supporting AI uses, with ongoing assessments and collaboration with state partners to track impacts.
Louder than guns: firearm use and ownership
Q: How do you approach difficult topics without escalating conflict?
By staying focused on safety, education, respect, and listening first, avoiding partisan language and the 'third rail' topics, and grounding discussions in data and personal experiences.
Louder than guns: firearm use and ownership
Q: What practical safety tools do Voices for a Safer Tennessee promote at festivals?
They distribute cable locks, promote biometric safes, and advocate for secure storage and thorough background checks as everyday safety practices.
Louder than guns: firearm use and ownership
Q: What is the documentary Louder Than Guns about, and why bring this conversation to the studio?
It centers on gun ownership, safety, and the emotional and societal impact of gun violence, using real stories from communities in Tennessee to explore common ground and practical safety measures.

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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?

This program offers a high-velocity, city-focused take on Nashville and Middle Tennessee, blending local politics, culture, education, and community issues with deep-dive guests from journalism, academia, public service, and industry. Episodes frequently center on civic processes, policy debates, neighborhood evolution, and local culture, often featuring live calls or audience interactions. A standout trait is its ability to pair journalists and experts with on-the-ground voices to illuminate how city decisions affect everyday life, from school funding and zoning to arts, dining, and festival culture. The show tends to attract listeners who want informed discourse on local affairs, an interest in Nashville's growth, and a preference for acc... more

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2. Sarah Grace Taylor
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