In Touch with Tennessee

Susan Robertson
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A podcast of The University of Tennessee Institute for Public Service (IPS). IPS, through its six agencies, is the university's source of outreach for public service entities across the state. Through interviews with our expert consultants and trainers who advise Tennessee's state and local governments, industries and law enforcement, we highlight how the institute makes an impact across the state.

  1. 1 сент.

    Starting A City Police Department

    What does it really take for a town to create its own police department, and when does it make sense to do it? We sit down with MTAS police management consultants David Moore and Jeff Stiles, plus Thompson Station Town Administrator Micah Wood, to walk through the real-world planning behind launching municipal law enforcement in Tennessee.

  2. 6 июл.

    Forensic Science Changes Over Time

    A single blurry photo can unravel a case, and a “perfect” AI-enhanced image can be even more dangerous. We sit down with Jason Jones, training specialist with the National Forensic Academy at the University of Tennessee Law Enforcement Innovation Center, to unpack what modern forensic science really looks like when the goal is evidence that holds up in court.

  3. 2 июн.

    AI For Manufacturing, Made Practical

    We sit down with Danny Norman, Advanced Manufacturing Consultant with the Center for Industrial Services at the University of Tennessee Institute for Public Service, to talk about what it really takes to put artificial intelligence to work on the factory floor without getting lost in hype. We dig into the AI for manufacturing training delivered with the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce and why the first win is often basic but powerful: learning how to prompt well. From there, we explore a practical use case many plants feel every day, shift planning.

  4. 1 апр.

    How Tennessee Is Building A Center For Smarter Local Planning

    Tennessee is growing fast, and the pace of change is showing up in the most tangible way possible: land. New research shared with state and local leaders shows massive conversion of agricultural and forestry acres into development, with losses continuing at a striking daily rate.

  5. 03.11.2025

    Building Tennessee’s Next Generation Of Ag Leaders

    We sit down with the partners and class members behind the Tennessee Agriculture and Forestry Leadership Program (TAFLIP), a new 18‑month, statewide initiative built to equip working producers and industry pros with the skills and networks to lead well beyond their operations.

  6. 13.10.2025

    Inside SELA: Building Confident Mid‑Level Leaders for Safer Communities

    A five‑week academy that changes careers—and cultures—doesn’t happen by accident. We sit down with Jeff Lindsay and Dereck Stewart from the Law Enforcement Innovation Center to unpack how the Southeastern Leadership Academy (SELA) helps mid‑level managers become clear communicators, thoughtful decision‑makers and credible leaders at every rank. From the program’s evolution beyond SECLA to its largest class yet, the story is about growth with purpose: stronger people, safer operations, and communities that feel the difference.

  7. 08.09.2025

    Powering Safely: Understanding Lithium Battery Risks

    They're in your pocket, on your wrist, powering your car, and hiding in dozens of devices throughout your home and workplace. Lithium-ion batteries have silently revolutionized modern life, but their convenience masks significant danger that most people remain completely unaware of. In this eye-opening discussion, safety experts from across the University of Tennessee system reveal why these energy-dense power sources demand our attention and respect.

  8. 04.08.2025

    The Future of Work Is Here, and Tennessee Is Rising to Meet It

    The workplace is changing at breakneck speed, and Tennessee is actively responding to these shifts through innovative workforce development initiatives. This eye-opening conversation with workforce experts Tim Waldo and Autumn Derrick from the University of Tennessee's Center for Industrial Services reveals both encouraging progress and persistent challenges in our evolving labor market. Contact Tim: tim.waldo@tennessee.edu Contact Autumn: autumn.derrick@tennessee.edu For more information: https://cis.tennessee.edu/economic-development

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A podcast of The University of Tennessee Institute for Public Service (IPS). IPS, through its six agencies, is the university's source of outreach for public service entities across the state. Through interviews with our expert consultants and trainers who advise Tennessee's state and local governments, industries and law enforcement, we highlight how the institute makes an impact across the state.

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    Susan Robertson
  • Годы выхода
    2022 - 2026
  • Выпуски
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