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Join Rachel Iacovone and the City Cast Nashville team every weekday morning as we bring you the day's can't-miss conversation about life in Music City. With the help of local journalists, artists, activists, experts, and everyday residents, we explore this promising, frustrating, still-sorta-small town, where old bumps up against new, natives adapt to transplants, and everybody struggles to navigate the ‘Binge Drinking Tourism Industrial Complex’ that threatens to consume us all. Alongside our daily newsletter, we cover the news and culture of our endlessly growing city from every perspective we can find — including yours. It’s like a backyard barbecue and the whole town’s invited, so whether you’ve lived here for a blink or a lifetime, we hope you’ll pull up a lawn chair and sit a while. Learn more and subscribe to our newsletter at nashville.citycast.fm.

  1. 15h ago

    Nashville Restaurants vs. Chains, the Vanderbilt Hack, and Garth Brooks’ New Radio Station

    This week Vanderbilt University is recovering from a ransomware attack that resulted in a campus-wide lockdown. Host Rachel Iacovone is joined by executive producer Whitney Pastorek and local on-air personality and Tennessee Trends founder Tala Shatara to discuss what they would’ve done if they were college students. Plus, Garth Brooks is planning a new country station on 100.1 FM, which means Lighting 100 is moving to a new spot on the dial. We also get into former NFL coach Rex Ryan’s alleged hit-and-run on Broadway and compare local Nashville restaurants to the big chains. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 13th episode: Adventure Science Center Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville. Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our City Cast Nashville newsletter.  Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

  2. 15h ago ·  Bonus

    You Might Also Like: The Oprah Podcast

    Introducing Oprah’s Favorite Things: Caregivers Get the Surprise of a Lifetime from The Oprah Podcast. Follow the show: The Oprah Podcast In a special holiday episode Oprah brings back one of her legendary traditions with a live audience: ‘Oprah’s Favorite Things!’ Celebrating the 30th anniversary of the iconic list, Oprah surprises an unsuspecting audience full of caregivers with her must-have gifts for the season. From nurses, hospice workers, EMT’s, firefighters to parents caring for a child with special needs Oprah honors their stories and the compassion they show to others every day. Surprise guests join the celebration including New York Times bestselling author Allen Levi and a live holiday performance from multiple Grammy-winning artist Jacob Collier. Jacob will join Oprah live for her AHA! Show at Sphere in April 2027 in Las Vegas.  Oprah’s Favorite Things list includes little luxuries, cozy comforts, clever finds for friends, family, and everyone in between. All the items featured in this episode are available for purchase on the new ‘Oprah’s Favorite Things’ storefront on Amazon at Amazon.com/oprahsfavoritethings. DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

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  3. 1d ago

    Where Can Nashvillians Take a Train Nowadays?

    Did you hear that train horn all Saturday? That was Locomotive No. 576, fired up at the Tennessee Central Railway Museum for its first steam test since 1952. It’s not back on the rails just yet, but the decade-long restoration is entering its final testing phase. Host Rachel Iacovone is joined by railroad historian Terry Coats, author of “Next Stop on Grandpa’s Road,” to talk about Nashville at the height of passenger rail, the future of trains in Middle Tennessee, and the fun excursions the museum offers, including the upcoming Santa Express! Learn more about the sponsors of this November 12th episode: Adventure Science Center Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville. Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our City Cast Nashville newsletter.  Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

  4. 2d ago

    From Tattoos to Murals, Meet the Artist Making Nashville Beautiful

    What should you keep in mind when getting a tattoo in Nashville, whether it’s your first or 20th? North Nashville artist and muralist Elisheba Mrozik says her first rule is never put a significant other’s name on your body. She joins host Rachel Iacovone to talk about her experience as a pioneering Black and female tattooist in our city, and how her work leading the North Nashville Arts Coalition affirms her belief that “random art making” is necessary for everyday life.  Learn more about the sponsors of this November 11th episode: Adventure Science Center Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville. Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our City Cast Nashville newsletter.  Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

  5. 3d ago

    Is Nashville Broke? Plus, NES Shutoffs and the End of a Restaurant Era

    What kind of governor will Marsha Blackburn be? Host Rachel Iacovone is joined by executive producer Whitney Pastorek and creative producer Marie Cecile Anderson to discuss the leading contenders to fill Blackburn’s U.S. Senate seat, and what her election results might signal about how she’ll govern. Then we ask ourselves: Is Nashville broke? Plus, what happens when payment protections end for 21,000 NES customers, Metro Council backs Nashville neighbors fighting over BNA flight paths, Tandy Wilson’s departure from City House, and “Love Is Blind” casting in Tennessee. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 10th episode: Adventure Science Center Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville. Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our City Cast Nashville newsletter.  Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

  6. 4d ago

    Winter Storm Season Is Coming. Is Nashville Ready?

    Is our city prepared to face its next ice storm? Host Rachel Iacovone is joined by Metro Councilmember At-Large Olivia Hill, our council’s new president pro tempore — who spent four decades in utilities before getting into politics — to get her insight. Plus, November is Transgender Awareness Month, so we're talking about her experience as the highest-ranking trans elected official in the state, and learning what she really thinks about the Music City Loop. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 9th episode: Adventure Science Center Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville. Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our City Cast Nashville newsletter.  Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

  7. 5d ago

    ‘Your City Could Be Better’: A ‘Rage Room’ That’s Saving a City — Presented By City Cast Nashville

    It’s fall in Nashville, but just this week, cities across the country experienced record-high heat. In Somerville, MA, the city government is realizing that rising temperatures deserve their attention and intervention year round — and they’re running a fun, generous program to help. David is joined by Elyse Belarge from the Somerville Mayor's Office of Sustainability and Environment to talk about the city’s pilot to de-pave and re-vegetate residential lots. Elyse shares the jaw-dropping impact of asphalt-free zones, as well as the joy of taking sledgehammers to driveways in your neighborhood. Mentioned on the show: Cooling East Somerville program and application for residents: https://voice.somervillema.gov/cooling-east-somerville   The Barr Foundation, which funds Somerville’s work as part of a cohort: https://www.barrfoundation.org/climate/initiative/community-heat-resilience/  Is there something your city is doing that we should be talking about? Email David now!  We’re also on Instagram: @yourcitycouldbebetter

  8. Nov 6

    Does Metro Council Really Have To Downsize? Plus, Marsha Blackburn's DOGE Plan

    Election Day may be over, but Tennessee has plenty to talk about. Host Rachel Iacovone is joined by executive producer Whitney Pastorek and District 6 Metro Councilmember Clay Capp to unpack Nashville’s election results and what they could mean for our city. Clay breaks down this week’s Tennessee Supreme Court ruling that will cut Metro Council from 40 seats to 20, and what happens next. Plus, Governor-elect Marsha Blackburn is already outlining her priorities for Tennessee. Creative producer Marie Cecile Anderson joins us with this week’s good news: The Melting Pot is making a comeback, the Nashville Symphony is offering free tickets to first-time concertgoers, and the Preds are honoring Dolly Parton with special jerseys at tomorrow’s game. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 6th episode: Nashville Banner Hoffmann Brothers Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville. Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our City Cast Nashville newsletter.  Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

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Join Rachel Iacovone and the City Cast Nashville team every weekday morning as we bring you the day's can't-miss conversation about life in Music City. With the help of local journalists, artists, activists, experts, and everyday residents, we explore this promising, frustrating, still-sorta-small town, where old bumps up against new, natives adapt to transplants, and everybody struggles to navigate the ‘Binge Drinking Tourism Industrial Complex’ that threatens to consume us all. Alongside our daily newsletter, we cover the news and culture of our endlessly growing city from every perspective we can find — including yours. It’s like a backyard barbecue and the whole town’s invited, so whether you’ve lived here for a blink or a lifetime, we hope you’ll pull up a lawn chair and sit a while. Learn more and subscribe to our newsletter at nashville.citycast.fm.

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