Soul Sessions Jackson

Visit Jackson

Be it our people, music, food, history or culture, there’s always something good to talk about in the City With Soul, Jackson, Mississippi! Visit Jackson is the destination organization charged with connecting, engaging and inspiring the city with a rewarding sense-of-place for visitors and an economically beneficial and an enhanced quality-of-life for residents.

  1. FEB 6

    Matt Flinn - Native Coffee | Brandi Carter - Levure Bottle Shop

    On today's show, we're talking about two of those daily rituals with two people who've built their businesses around them: Matt Flinn at Native Coffee Company and Brandi Carter at Levure Wine Shop. TRANSCRIPT: https://www.visitjackson.com/blog/soul-sessions-matt-flinn-brandi-carter

    22 min
  2. EXTRA: HBCU Power Series Baseball

    JAN 30

    EXTRA: HBCU Power Series Baseball

    Today, we're talking about the HBCU Power Series coming to Trustmark Park in Pearl this February. Six tradition-rich programs, three days of games, and a weekend that celebrates everything great about HBCU athletics. And yes, your Jackson State Tigers will be playing right here at home. JSU head baseball Coach Omar Johnson joins us. TRANSCRIPT: https://www.visitjackson.com/blog/soul-sessions-hbcu-power-series

    5 min
  3. Geno Lee with Simms Powell

    JAN 23

    Geno Lee with Simms Powell

    On today’s show, I stepped back and let two incredible chefs talk shop. Geno Lee, the fourth-generation owner of the Big Apple Inn on Farish Street, sits down with Simms Powell, a 15-year-old culinary and artistic prodigy who's been cooking since he was nine. Both are featured on the cover of our 2026 tour guide, and this conversation about Filipino food, fusion cuisine, and what it really takes to make people feel at home through food is exactly why Jackson's culinary scene is second to none. TRANSCRIPT: https://www.visitjackson.com/blog/soul-sessions-geno-lee-simms-powell

    25 min
  4. JXN, A Culinary Town featuring Nick Wallace, Hunter Evans, Enrika Williams and More

    JAN 9

    JXN, A Culinary Town featuring Nick Wallace, Hunter Evans, Enrika Williams and More

    On today's season six opener, we're celebrating what makes Jackson's food scene unlike anywhere else through the voices of the chefs, restaurateurs and the food makers who bring it to life. Hear from Chefs Nick Wallace, Hunter Evans, Enrika Williams, Damien Cavichhi and Chaz Lindsay; distiller Richard Patrick and coffee roaster and expert Trey Malone. TRANSCRIPT: https://www.visitjackson.com/blog/soul-sessions-culinary-town

    12 min
  5. Rochelle Hicks, Katie Coats, and Mona Nicholas | 2026 Rose Parade

    12/12/2025

    Rochelle Hicks, Katie Coats, and Mona Nicholas | 2026 Rose Parade

    On today's show, we're talking about Mississippi's return to the Tournament of Roses Parade on New Year's Day. Last year's debut was a landmark moment. 800,000 people on the streets of Pasadena, millions more watching worldwide. This year, Mississippi goes back with a new theme celebrating the arts and Jackson's own USA International Ballet Competition will be represented on the float. TRANSCRIPT: https://www.visitjackson.com/blog/soul-sessions-rose-parade

    17 min
  6. Kayla Thompson | Author, TV Personality

    11/28/2025

    Kayla Thompson | Author, TV Personality

    On today's show, we're talking with WJTV's Kayla Thompson, who turned a scary moment in Tupelo into a career-defining revelation. Now she's the face of Live at 9, where she spotlights Jackson's creative hustle every weekday morning. Her new book, Master of the Pivot, chronicles her journey from Jacksonville State in Alabama to becoming one of Jackson's most recognizable voices. TRANSCRIPT: https://www.visitjackson.com/blog/soul-sessions-kayla-thompson

    15 min
  7. Ally Durr | Singer-Songwriter

    11/14/2025

    Ally Durr | Singer-Songwriter

    On today's show, we down with Ally Durr, visual designer by day, soulful musician by calling. From singing gospel with her cousins to releasing her breakthrough single, “What You Livin' For,” to grooving for Aunjanue L. Ellis-Taylor at Tougaloo, Ally's journey through Jackson's music scene is a masterclass in creative courage and community connection. TRANSCRIPT: https://www.visitjackson.com/blog/soul-sessions-ally-durr

    12 min
  8. Blaine Wade | National Folk Festival

    10/31/2025

    Blaine Wade | National Folk Festival

    On today's show, Blaine Wade, the president and CEO of the National Council for the Traditional Arts, joins us to talk about the National Folk Festival, coming to Jackson for a three year residency, November 7th, 8th and 9th. TRANSCRIPT: https://www.visitjackson.com/blog/soul-sessions-blaine-wade

    14 min
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Be it our people, music, food, history or culture, there’s always something good to talk about in the City With Soul, Jackson, Mississippi! Visit Jackson is the destination organization charged with connecting, engaging and inspiring the city with a rewarding sense-of-place for visitors and an economically beneficial and an enhanced quality-of-life for residents.

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  • Creator
    Visit Jackson
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    126
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © All rights reserved
  • Show Website
    Soul Sessions Jackson