Talking Tullahoma

Kelly Lapczynski
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A weekly dive into the news and events in Tullahoma, Tennessee, presented by award-winning journalist Kelly Lapczynski.

  1. Putting "Home" Before "Foster"

    2D AGO

    Putting "Home" Before "Foster"

    This week, Kelly talks to Susan Johnson, location leader for Isaiah 117 House. Also in this week's episode: Lexie Heath of Yellow Tulip Designs helps put the spotlight chamber of commerce membership. News for the week ending April 3, 2026.

    32 min
  2. History Meets Psychology

    MAR 26

    History Meets Psychology

    This week, Kelly talks to local author Parno Beng about his novel "Hell's Sweet Nectar," which explores American history through the lens of two ex-convicts whose fates intertwine after prison. Book: Hell's Sweet Nectar News for the week ending March 27, 2026

    31 min
  3. Women in Space - Dr. Rhea Seddon

    MAR 19

    Women in Space - Dr. Rhea Seddon

    This week, Kelly celebrates Women's History Month with a dig into the archives for a local talk given by one of the first six women accepted by NASA, Dr. Rhea Seddon of Murfreesboro. Book: Heart the Lover by Lily King News for the week ending March 20, 2026 Cover Image: NASA - http://astro.zeto.czest.pl/astros/162.jpg (NASA alt) (archive), Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=8588830

    33 min
  4. Sam H Werner Military Museum

    MAR 12

    Sam H Werner Military Museum

    This week, Kelly talks to board member Parker Lowndes about the Sam H. Werner Military Museum. Located in Monteagle, the museum includes pieces of Tennessee and Tullahoma history - from Camp Forrest to the Tennessee Maneuvers. Book: The Ghost Army of World War II by Rick Beyer and Elizabeth Sayles News for the week ending March 13, 2026

    37 min
  5. Duck River Watershed

    MAR 5

    Duck River Watershed

    This week, Kelly talks to a member of the Duck River Watershed Society about this weekend spring cleanup event. UPDATE: Soon after this episode went live, the 2026 event was canceled due to the possibility of severe storms moving through Middle Tennessee this weekend. "We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to all of the volunteers who registered, as well as our partners, vendors, and community organizations who worked so hard to help plan this event. Your support is the reason our first four clean-ups have been such a tremendous success, and we are deeply grateful for your continued commitment to the Duck River." -- The Duck River Watershed Society Team. Book: Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir News for the week ending March 6, 2026

    34 min
  6. The Chamber and FirstBank

    FEB 26

    The Chamber and FirstBank

    This week, Kelly talks to FirstBank Market President Ben Dorman about membership in the local chamber of commerce. Book: But Have You Read the Book News for the week ending Feb. 27, 2026

    24 min
  7. Project Paperclip

    FEB 19

    Project Paperclip

    This week, Kelly shares retired historian David Hiebert's talk about the role of WWII's Project Paperclip in the formation of AEDC. Book: All the Light We Cannot See News for the week ending February 20, 2026

    29 min
  8. Crimes of the Heart

    FEB 12

    Crimes of the Heart

    This week, Kelly talks to the cast of the play "Crimes of the Heart," featuring several actors from Tullahoma. Book: The Widow by John Grisham News for the week ending Feb. 13, 2026.

    30 min
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A weekly dive into the news and events in Tullahoma, Tennessee, presented by award-winning journalist Kelly Lapczynski.

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  • Creator
    Kelly Lapczynski
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    47
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Kelly Lapczynski
  • Show Website
    Talking Tullahoma