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Learn More About Making Homelessness Invisible

By Judith Tackett | April 2, 2025

Current policies do one thing, and they do that well: attempt to make homelessness invisible.

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Q&A with Jamie Berry

By Judith Tackett | April 2, 2025

Berry works at the Metropolitan Development and Housing Agency as the Chief of Staff.

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The newest Lord of the Rings saga brings Japanese anime to Middle-earth

By Joe Nolan | March 19, 2025

It’s a movie that feels aimed at Tolkien enthusiasts, but also one that wants to be welcoming to newcomers.

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Q&A with Howard Gentry

By Judith Tackett | March 19, 2025

Howard Gentry has served as the Davidson County Criminal Court Clerk since 2011.

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“Luchar! Crear! Poder Popular!”

By Katie Bratcher | March 19, 2025

Working-Class Leaders in TN Fight Poor Housing Conditions

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In Memoriam: David Smith Jr.

By Linda Bailey | March 19, 2025

David Smith Jr. passed away on Jan. 13 at the age of 39.

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Q&A with Xyzeidria Ensley

By Judith Tackett | March 5, 2025

Dr. Xyzeidria Ensley has served as the Director of Behavioral Health Services at the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office for nearly 20 years.

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Learn More about “In My Place”

By Judith Tackett | March 5, 2025

In My Place airs live on This Is Nashville, and you can catch it most likely on the last Tuesday of each month on WPLN 90.3 FM.

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Black History Facts

By Barbara Womack | March 5, 2025

12 Facts about Black History in Nashville

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Moving Pictures

By Joe Nolan | March 5, 2025

The New Sly Stone Documentary is a Funky, Clunky Memoir of Misadventure

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