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SUNDAY SAMPLER - The Nashville Podcast Network (7-21-24)
In this weekly series, we share highlight clips from the past week of some of the podcasts on The Nashville Podcast Network- The BobbyCast, 4 Things with Amy Brown, Sore Losers Movie Mike's Movie Podcast and Get Real with Caroline Hobby. You can listen to new episodes weekly wherever you get ...
Johnny Nieto Jr. drunkenly locks himself inside bathroom stall at Hooters
28-year-old Johnny Nieto Jr. was found locked inside a bathroom stall at Hooters at 12:35 a.m. on July 6th. An employee at the location informed officers that Nieto had been drinking before police arrival and was in the bathroom stall for a long time. Once officers made contact with Nieto, they noticed the odor of an alcoholic beverage coming from him. During their interaction with Nieto, they observed that he was incoherent and couldn’t maintain his balance. Nieto Jr. was taken into custody for public intoxication.
Mompreneur ditches medical school to be one of the first Black women to build an amusement park
Real estate tycoon DeLisa Guerrier and her husband Elde are collaborating to construct an amusement park. Inspired by Fairyland, one of the first theme parks located in Oakland, California, the pair are creating Storyville Gardens, the first proposed theme park in Nashville since Opryland USA closed down in 1997, StyleBlueprint reported.
FAFSA Clinics Next Week Supporting UC Families
The Tennessee Higher Education Commission is offering free FAFSA clinics to give Upper Cumberland families hands-on support while applying for federal student aid. Senior Outreach Director Jason Seay said they have always had FAFSA workshops at high schools and colleges throughout the state but families need more support this year. Seay said last year’s revamping of the system has led to technical issues and some parental concerns.
Clairo to Play the Grand Ole Opry House Nov. 4
It’s hard to believe it’s been seven years since beloved indie singer-songwriter Clairo first found widespread attention and viral YouTube fame with self-released early single “Pretty Girl,” landing the then-still-teenaged artist a record deal with the Fader Label ahead of buzzy 2018 EP Diary 001 and critically-lauded 2019 first full-length Immunity, and cementing her as the poster child for the late 2010s boom of lo-fi, introspective, electro-infused, and deeply earnest Gen-Z bedroom pop. In the half decade since that first LP, the now 25-year-old Clairo has evolved significantly in her artistry, gravitating towards a more filled-out folk, baroque pop, and soft rock sound on critically-acclaimed 2021 sophomore album Sling, and with her latest and third album Charm, which arrived just last week and marks Clairo’s first self-released project since her teens, she further explores new adventurous sonic boundaries, pulling from jazz, soul, folk, psychedelic, and more; a huge leap from her lo-fi, electro, bedroom pop days.
How the Tennessee Whiskey Trail contributes billions to the Nashville, Tennessee economy
Tennessee whiskey is much more than a single brand. The Tennessee Whiskey Trail, which encompasses nearly 30 distillery brands — some with multiple locations, and more than 40 destinations across 500 miles, has become a major tourist draw. From the Tasting Bar at Nashville Barrel Co. to Bootleggers and...
Daniel “Hot Feet” Gazdag Wiffle’s Nashville SC 3-0
Daniel “Hot Feet” Gazdag wiffle’s Nashville SC Saturday night for the Philadelphia Union. Right off the bat, the Philadelphia Union started the match by brining offensive pressure and being very aggressive attacking Nashville’s net. Philly defender Kai Wagner had some incredible deep passes that led to goals. The Union were constantly knocking on the door of Nashville’s goaltender Joe Willis. The Union were looking good on both sides of the ball. Finally, it felt like the Union were back, winning 3-0.
Dolly Parton Admitted It Was Hard to ‘Keep a Job’ in Her Band
Dolly Parton cycled through many members of her band in the 1970s. She shared why she got a bad reputation in Nashville as a result. In the 1970s, Dolly Parton and her band toured constantly. They lived on the bus and in hotel rooms as Parton attempted to reach broader and broader audiences. The members of her band agreed that touring with Parton was a good job, so long as they could hold their position. Parton herself admitted that it wasn’t always easy to keep a job in her band.
Tennessee Titans 7-Round Mock Draft: Emery Jones Jr. and JC Latham Form Potentially Elite OT Tandem
In this 2025 NFL Mock Draft, the Tennessee Titans seek to build in their second offseason with Brian Callahan at the helm. Callahan and general manager Ran Carthon have chosen to run it back with Will Levis, who was drafted under Mike Vrabel’s oversight in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft. Levis is still unproven, but he shows promise, and Tennessee is going to make the most of the rookie window.
Dr. Sophie Bjork-James: scholar of white nationalism
With neo-Nazis demonstrating around Nashville, including at a Metro Council meeting from which they were eventually expelled, the city has been on edge. It’s the second such group in as many weeks to bring their racist messaging to the streets of downtown and beyond, and some Nashvillians have shown up to oppose them publicly.
Early Voting for Aug. 1 State and Federal Primaries and County General Elections Continues Through July 27
Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett encourages all registered Tennessee voters to utilize the early voting period for the Aug. 1 State and Federal Primaries and the County General Elections as a safe and secure way to cast their ballots. “We want all registered Tennessee voters to make their voices...
55th Nashville Film Festival Reveals First Confirmed Titles incl. ‘Linda Perry: Let It Die Here’
While the full slate of programming, including over 150 films, will be announced later, the 55th Nashville Film Festival (NashFilm) taking place from September 19–25, 2024 confirmed the first six official selections. The confirmed films are Any Other Way: The Jackie Shane Story, Bob Trevino Likes It, Boys Go...
1 suspect in THP-involved shooting captured in KY; Reward for info about shooter raised to $20K
One of the suspects wanted for his connection to a shooting that left a Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) trooper injured has been captured in Kentucky, but now the reward for information that leads to the shooter's arrest has been increased.
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