Recovery update: Water woes and dampened spirits

Multiple days without power is taking its toll on both our spirits and on Middle Tennessee's infrastructure.Water main breaks and power loss to pumping stations is causing more water outages as Nashville thaws and nearly 100,000 people are still in the dark with no heat. Many residents are at a loss for what to do next.In this episode, we air Metro Nashville's daily press conference live from Mayor Freddie O'Connell's office, a live interview with Metro Water Services deputy director Brent Freeman, a few hotel dispatches and a check-in on our tiniest (and cutest) residents.Guests Dale Grimes, mayor of Oak Hill Leesa LeClaire, President and CEO, Greater Nashville Hospitality Association Brent Freeman, deputy director & Sonia Harvat, Public Information Officer, Metro Water Services Cynthia Abrams, WPLN Metro Reporter

It’s day two of our live coverage of the large-scale snow and ice storm affecting all of Middle Tennessee.Hundreds of thousand Middle Tennesseans remain in the dark and cold. As crew members work to restore the power grid to normal operations, we bring you answers to FAQ and the latest on where the region stands in terms of power and emergency management.Guests Brent Baker, Vice President and Chief Customer Innovation Officer, Nashville Electric Service (NES) Amy Byers, Marketing & PR coordinator, Middle Tennessee Electric Alex Pellom, Chief of Staff, Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA)

A large-scale snowstorm crippled much of the nation over the weekend, including all of Middle Tennessee."This Is Nashville" provided live updates about downed power lines, safety tips, and where to go to warm up. As outages persist statewide, electric companies are working around the clock to ensure power is restored as swiftly as possible. In this episode, we hear from locals and WPLN reporters about the latest. We also take your calls. The number to reach us is 615-760-2000.Guests:  Justin Barney, WPLN Music Reporter Catherine Sweeney, WPLN Health Reporter

This week, our Roundabout panel discusses President Donald Trump’s second first year.Have we entered “The golden age of America” as President Trump said during his inauguration speech — or something else entirely? Immigration policy. The economy. Military action in foreign lands. We break it all down. Plus, we want to hear from you. Call 615-760-2000 during the live show or pop into chat on our YouTube stream to weigh in with your question or comment.Guests:Mike Floss, Co-founder, Southern Movement CommitteeIan Shapiro, PhD, Political Science, Tennessee State UniversityChris Walker, Founding partner, The Poplar Group

It’s hard to make heads or tails of the housing market in Nashville.You’ve got McMansions sitting for months and starter homes swept up in a flash. If you’re selling you’re a little nervous. If you’re buying, you’re also a little nervous. Can it really be that you need a six-figure income to be a homeowner in Middle Tennessee? We’ve got your market report. A homebuyer, a real estate agent, an academic and a policy maker. And you. We’re taking your calls today. Join our real estate reality check.This episode was produced by Josh Deepan. Guests Kenneth Chilton, TSU Professor of Public Administration Dexter Evans, active homebuyer Gabriela Lira, Real Estate Agent, The Lira Group Rollin Horton, Nashville Metro Councilmember (District 20)

We bring Leonard Slatkin to our podium on the eve of his first performance in this new era at the helm of the Nashville Symphony. He’s one of the most prominent American conductors of our time, and he’s back in town 20 years after serving a similar interim period between permanent conductors. We get reacquainted, talk about the state of classical music and take your calls live later in the show at 615-760-2000.This episode was produced by host Blake Farmer.

The Tennessee General Assembly reconvenes for another session this week. Today we take you inside the halls of power to preview the key issues, potential legislation and the political dynamics that will shape the next few months – and our state’s future. We hear from reporters who offer insights into what’s at stake and break down major topics expected to dominate the conversation in the coming months — from school vouchers and immigration policy to targeting drag shows. It's a lot. And we want to hear from you: What issues are important to you? And what do you want from lawmakers in the coming months? Join the conversation by calling 615-760-2000.This episode was produced by Mary Mancini.Guests Sam Stockard, Reporter and Columnist, Tennessee Lookout Marianna Bacallao, State Legislature Reporter, WPLN Mandy Spears, Executive vice president, The Sycamore Institute

Is Major League Baseball on the horizon? Women's basketball? Nascar?Today we check in on the professional sports eco-system in Nashville: baseball, football, soccer, how far hockey has come — and the $2 billion dome going up for a team that’s coming off one of its worst seasons to date.This episode was produced by Mary Mancini.Guests: Emma May-Bradley, Co-founder, Playmakers; sports marketing professional David Boclair, Veteran Nashville sports reporter, host of First & Tenn pod and Digital Producer for Nashville Banner Will General, Director of Marketing, Music City Baseball Johari Matthews, Vice President & Executive Director of ONE Community & Titans Foundation, Board of Directors,  Playmakers Nate Rau, Axios Nashville Erin Ryder, Professor of Practice, Department of Sport Administration, Belmont University; Co-founder,  Playmakers

It might be hard to believe after a visit to Lower Broadway, but fewer people are drinking these days – at least that’s what folks are telling pollsters.According to Gallup, people say they are abstaining from alcohol more now than in the past 85 years. Besides being generally better for your health, going booze-free has become fashionable. On today's show, we’re exploring what it looks like to dry out in a drinking town – from non-alcoholic alternatives to navigating a wet world while sober.This episode was produced by Josh Deepan. Guests: Michael Caldwell, MD, Meharry Medical College Stephanie Styll, Killjoy Booze-Free Beverage Shop Owner Ian Cox, Milestone Brands (Empress 0.0 Indigo Gin) Hal Tayip, Titans Enthusiast, Kurdish American Further reading:  WPLN: Navigating Nashville's nightlife scene while sober WPLN: Out, About: You don't need a drink in Nashville to have fun!  The Tennessean: Why NA drinks, mocktails can be tricky for those of us in recovery

What kind of person can light up the stage at the Lipstick Lounge and a 7th-grade classroom?A genuine original named Benjamin Slinkard, that’s who. Ben, also known as Kennedy Ann Scott, is the 2022 Metro Schools Teacher of the Year. Kennedy Ann is a local favorite drag queen and community staple. Today, we chat with Benjamin about growing up in a small Missouri town, the birth and longevity of Kennedy Ann, and the life experiences that connect the two.This episode was produced by Mary Mancini.