We're trying something new today: a crossword puzzle! This week's crossword theme is Old Nashville businesses that are no more. Let me know what you think! nashville.citycast.fm/explainers/n...

Last night, Michelin announced its inaugural restaurant selections for its Guide to the American South. Here are the Nashville restaurants that received Michelin Stars, plus the Bib Gourmand winners. nashville.citycast.fm/food-drink/m...

🎃 Happy Halloween! What are you dressing up as? Take this quiz to find out what Nashville's most popular Halloween costume is! 🎃 nashville.citycast.fm/explainers/n...

SNAP benefits are about to lapse. Wondering how to help our neighbors, or need food aid? Here are some local food banks that serve the Nashville community. nashville.citycast.fm/nashville-li...

Even in my absence, the good people at @citycastnash.bsky.social spread the gospel of FARE-FREE BUSES 🥲 #justmakeitfree Literally, just make it free. It’s so easy!!!

How well do you know Nashville's neighborhoods? Test yourself to find out! nashville.citycast.fm/explainers/n...

Halloween is around the corner! Here are some of the best neighborhoods for trick-or-treating, plus spooktacular trunk-or-treats. nashville.citycast.fm/for-kids/tri...

BNA has a direct flight to Iceland, and City Cast Nashville host Marie Cecile Anderson decided to adventure there! Here's her guide. nashville.citycast.fm/neighborhood...

OZ Arts is bringing artists from 6 continents to Nashville this season, but the NEA rescinded their grant because they only want to fund projects reflecting America’s “rich artistic heritage.” We’re talking to OZ director Mark Murphy about overcoming that + a ton of other challenges:

With the recent news that House Speaker Cameron Sexton wants to double the size of TN’s private school voucher program in 2026, @chalkbeat.org’s Melissa Brown stopped by the pod to tell us how things are going so far:

We are VERY excited about the return of the Southern Festival of Books this weekend, so we put together our guide to the best indie bookstores in Nashville. From where to buy a cookbook to the shop with the best beanbags, we’ve got you covered.

How well do you know Tennessee's state symbols? Test yourself to find out! nashville.citycast.fm/explainers/n...

I was on today's episode of City Cast Nashville talking 7th District special elections, Metro Council and, of course, Best of Nashville. Thanks @whittlz.bsky.social and company for having me.

Best of Nashville 2025 has landed! Read all the writers' choices and readers' poll results in the Scene's massive 37th annual #BON25 issue. Illustrations by Kat Conde.

Not only did @citycastnash.bsky.social win best Podcast - readers' poll, they also won the writers' choice "Best Way To Keep Up With Local Politics." All I can say, sign up as a member! And Congrats to the team at City Cast Nashville!!!

Good morning. We are the Best Podcast in Nashville, according to YOU, the kind people who voted in the @nashvillescene.com Readers Poll!!! The Scene also honored us as "The Best Way To Keep Up With Local Politics." Thanks for listening, reading, and being part of the conversation, everybody! 😻

Councilmember and massive flag nerd @russbradford.com is on today's show talking about his mission to redesign Nashville's official seal/flag. These are just a few of the ideas he's come up with so far. Your thoughts? nashville.citycast.fm/podcasts/yal...

Decision desk, HQ has called the Democratic primary and congressional district 7 Rep. Aftyn Behn. Behn spent less money than any of the three other candidates.

The Associated Press has called the Republican primary in Tennessee's 7th Congressional District for Matt Van Epps.

Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension got us wondering — who controls our local TV stations? Big thanks to @mattgertz.bsky.social from @mmfa.bsky.social for joining us to explain the ecosystem of massive media conglomerates, the FCC’s influence, and what the First Amendment has to say about all of it:

Scrambling for child care during fall break next week? Here are seven programs that still have openings. nashville.citycast.fm/for-kids/fal...

What happens when constituents and councilmembers clash over solutions to Nashville’s housing crisis? On today’s podcast, Jamie Agin from 16th United and CM Rollin Horton share their differing perspectives on upzoning, density, and neighborhood character. This convo isn’t going away any time soon:

It's haunted house time! What's your favorite local haunted house? Here are some of ours. nashville.citycast.fm/explainers/h...

Do you know Tennessee's average annual salary? Test yourself to find out! nashville.citycast.fm/explainers/n...

Judy coming in with a strong game plan. But does it beat today’s winner? You be the judge

Can you have a fun-filled day in Nashville for less than $50? (Yes, you have to leave your house in this scenario.) Four contestants step up to the plate in today’s competition - and if we may say so ourselves, there are some pretty cool suggestions in here:

Feast your eyes on our favorite new restaurant openings from September! Which one are you going to check out first? nashville.citycast.fm/food-drink/n...

The title of today’s show is pretty self-explanatory BUT you don’t want to miss the exclusive event announcement at the end!

Do YOU have ideas for a new Nashville seal or flag? Email us: nashville at city cast dot fm

Old school Nashville: What was your favorite Opryland USA ride? On today's Friday trivia, I'm asking which ride was NOT at Opryland. Do you know? Test yourself to find out! nashville.citycast.fm/explainers/n...

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Need some book recs for your fall reading? Here are 10 new releases by Nashville authors! nashville.citycast.fm/best/nashvil...

CM Welsch explained the reasoning behind her audit on last Monday’s show, which has made news for other reasons, too. This episode contains multitudes: nashville.citycast.fm/podcasts/why...

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It's finally fall! Here are some of our favorite pumpkin patches and fall festivals in Nashville. nashville.citycast.fm/best/pumpkin...

I got to be the guest on today’s episode of @citycastnash.bsky.social, which is all about the present and future of sports gambling and why the DraftKings bar is basically a modern Planet Hollywood:

U.S. House District 7 voters: as you’re heading out to run errands or have some Saturday fun, make a quick stop at your neighborhood early voting site and cast your ballot for the candidate of your choice. #VOTE

Today on City Cast Nashville, @radleybalko.bsky.social tells us what it was like to be stuck in the hours-long BNA traffic jam on Monday. We talk about other stuff too. Listen here or wherever you get your pods:

Today's trivia question is for the film folks! Do you know which movie was NOT shot in Nashville? Test yourself to find out! nashville.citycast.fm/explainers/n...

It's Hispanic Heritage Month! Here are 9 ways to celebrate in Nashville. nashville.citycast.fm/nashville-hi...

Early voting started today in the primary for the special election to replace former U.S Rep. Mark Green in TN-07. If you’re in the district, you’ve got two jobs: 1) listen to this show to learn more about the candidates 2) GO VOTE

Today’s show is a debate between @jkupin4d19.bsky.social and Vision Zero Advisory Committee member Charlie Weingartner about how dangerous our urban core is for pedestrians and cyclists - and who’s responsible for making it safer:

What’s it like to be a musician in the bars on Lower Broadway? We asked one. Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts:

On this day in 1957, Nashville schools were desegregated. Here's the story. nashville.citycast.fm/nashville-hi...

Continuing our series on how federal cuts are likely to impact us and our neighbors here in Nashville, today we’re joined by the good people of Second Harvest Food Bank to talk about their loss of funding and what that means for food relief, farmers, and beyond:

Glad I listened to today’s episode of @citycastnash.bsky.social to remind me about Fridays by the River at Shelby Park. Great way to start the afternoon before homecoming and turf field dedication at Hunters Lane HS!

We all know Nashville has high rent prices. But do you know HOW high? Test yourself on this week's quiz. nashville.citycast.fm/explainers/n...

Time for a fall road trip! @littmanwrites.bsky.social wants you to go to Highlands, NC. We hear it has limited cell service, if that’s of interest. Listen here or wherever you get your pods:

Hi Nashville friends! Are you renting your place? Trying to find a new apartment? Dealing with an annoying roommate? Here’s everything you need to know, from reading a lease to your rights in case of eviction: