In his spare time, he enjoys watching sports, outdoor activities and enjoying family time. Brendan Tierney joined WSMV 4 as a multimedia journalist in June 2022. Education Reporter The 2000s also included a stint at the Tennesseans weekly entertainment magazine and the development of the Next Big Nashville music festival and conference. See Chas's story archive at wpln.org. In 2020, she was senior producer for the USA TODAY podcast Changing the Game. During college, she worked for The Daily Princetonian, and interned with NPRs Eleanor Beardsley in Paris. colleen@91classical.org Angel is also a devoted mother, partner, dog lover, cook, writer and educator. She was honored with three Emmy awards for anchoring the coverage on those fateful days, before ever holding a news anchor position full-time. After a short stint at Champaign's WICD, she came south to Nashville as a reporter and co-anchor with Bart. Magnolia McKay Margaret Raney is the Major Gifts Officer at Nashville Public Radio where she works with donors to help facilitate generous, transformational charitable gifts to the station. She began as a classical music host and later ran the 91Classical music service. Carole Sullivan Hosts "Today In Nashville", a live, local, lifestyle show that airs weekdays on WSMV4. On the air, you will most definitely hear me letting my curiosity lead. Affiliate Broker at Exit Realty Bob Lamb & Associates, Medicare Specialist at Elder Law Practice of Timothy L. Takacs. In his spare time, he enjoys reading, sci-fi movies and TV shows, light hiking, and amusement parks. She joined the Membership Department in 2012, and has been instrumental in growing the Sustaining Member Program. He oversees digital platforms for WPLN and WNXP. My mother was listening to R&B and soul dating back to the 60s going from Motown to the sweet sounds of Mary J Blige. 615-760-2017 Previously, Steve has worked as an editor at theNashville Scene, marketing director for Parnassus Books, and as a freelance writer and independent film producer. I moved to Alabama in 2004, so even though Kanye West College Dropout was in my CD player, I could get down to some country. Missouri born, and Midwest/Southwest raised, Josh Connor began his career as a freelance jingle and advertising writer and producer, later landing successful on-air and administrative roles in markets like Robinson, IL, and Cedar Rapids and Des Moines, Iowa. And I welcome all news tips and suggestions at ken@997wtn.com. Blaise Gainey paigep@wpln.org Molly Martinez rejoined Gray Television in March 2022 as a multimedia journalist in the Washington News Bureau. Previously, he covered state politics for Nashville Public Radio and The Tennessean, and hes also reported on communities, politics and business for a variety of publications in Massachusetts, New York and Washington, D.C. Chas grew up in South Carolina and attended Columbia University, where he studied economics and journalism. Ambriehl holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Broadcast News from Western Kentucky University. Steve is the editor of two books:People Only Die of Love in Movies: Film Writing by Jim Ridley; andGreetings From New Nashville: How a Sleepy Southern Town Became 'It' City, both from Vanderbilt University Press. . Lauren Lowrey is an Emmy Award-winning Anchor/Reporter who joined WSMV4 in December 2018. When hes not guiding Nashville Public Radios technical and production systems, he enjoys reading and writing, music, sunsets at the beach, and cheering on his beloved Iowa Hawkeyes. Kyle serves on the board of The Brooks Fund. Account Manager 615-760-2006 He is also an avid fan of elevator music. Tony Gonzalez oversees WPLNs special projects, produces the Curious Nashville podcast, and edits freelance contributions. I grew up around a melting pot of music. In 2022 the station named Rebecca anchor for the new 9 a.m. newscast. Greg specializes in consumer investigations and stories exposing scams and rip-offs. She joined the team in October 2021. Before coming to Nashville, she was the morning host and general assignment reporter for WVIK Quad Cities NPR, where she hosted through a record-breaking wind storm that caused statewide power outages. In that time, WPLN went from a "rip and read" newsroom to one focused on original reporting. 615-760-2038 Ambriehl has worked at NPR member stations WKYU in Bowling Green, Ky., WBEZ in Chicago and WVXU in Cincinnati. Joshs work reached national scope when he began producing for legendary Nashville country music stations in 2007. He lives in East Nashville with his wife and daughter and dabbles in hobbies like juggling, gardening, and birdwatching. Lydia Fielder Anchor/Reporter Lydia Fielder is a weekend anchor and multimedia journalist (MMJ) at WSMV4 Nashville.. Membership Specialist She enjoys old time fiddle music, interpreting peoples dreams, and watching college basketball. Rachel Iacovone (YAH-kuh-VOAN-ee) is the morning host for Nashville Public Radio. Phil's stories have uncovered government waste and corruption, exposed drug interdiction officers shaking down innocent drivers for their cash, sent people to prison and prompted legislators to write new laws. She is also a faculty member at Nashville State Community College. 615-760-2032 Holly Thompson is a nine-time Emmy Award and multiple Associated Press award-winning journalist who's ready to wake you up in the mornings! mrobertson@wpln.org margaret@wpln.org Tom Randles is out at News4, leaving WSMV with no anchors of color. In 1990, Phil's work was a finalist for print journalism's highest honor, the Pulitzer Prize, for an investigation that exposed corrupt state officials and gamblers who had taken over Tennessee's charity bingo industry. jritchey@wpln.org I hosted various sports shows and a classic hip-hop show titled Can I Kick Out.. 615-760-2002 I also want to understand the contexts in which music is shaped, shared, categorized, marketed and experienced. In addition, IRE has recognized Phil's work on multiple occasions with its IRE Awards, including his investigation of the "Perks of Power" received by state lawmakers and former University of Tennessee president John W. Shumaker. Previously, he worked at several ad agencies in Chicago and as a television Research Director in Nashville. Born and raised in Nashville, I had no choice but to develop an affinity for music. Sales Operations, Inventory Management, Event Management, Press Releases, Promotions, Account System and methods for determining the orientation and position of a bone-implanted. He later worked in gift processing for Western New England University in Springfield, MA. She joined the team in September 2021. Since arriving in Nashville in 2011, hes covered major breaking news, tapped into data and public records for civics stories, and featured inspiring people and unusual tales. I host the evening show from 6-10 p.m. and I also serve as the production coordinator for WNXP. rachel@wpln.org 19 Danielle Kernkamp (Bakersfield, CA) via instagram.com. To gauge Phil's impact, consider this quote from a prominent Nashville political strategist: "If the press calls, call your PR person. Production Coordinator Video Production, Media Relations, Breaking News, Broadcast, Broadcast Journalism, Journalism, Sales/Marketing Manager at Monarch Home Entertainment. He, his wife Teresa, and son CJ live with a spoiled cat in Hendersonville. The features she produced for their daily showCrosscurrentswon regional and national awards for Investigative Reporting, Best Use of Sound, and Excellence in Audio Features Journalism. Stefano DiPietro is the meteorologist on News4 Today weekdays from 4-7 a.m. Melanie Layden is the weekend morning meteorologist on WSMV4 Today Saturday and Sunday mornings. Morning Show Co-Host/Assistant Music Director at WGSQ-FM, Experienced, Imaginative Publicist and Award Winnng Copywriter, Writer, public relations and social media specialist. Before joining Nashville Public Radio in 2021, Michael Robertson (he, him) was the Business Finance Manager at Metro Nashville Public Schools for nearly six years. She's been with Nashville Public Radio since 1995, serving as Morning Edition host, assignment editor and then news director for fifteen years. Kyle Bradley Experts say the video will be key but other challenges are ahead in what could be a first-of-its-kind criminal trial in Memphis. Marissa Sulek is a reporter who joined the WSMV4 team in November 2020. A singer/songwriter and music aficionado, Ray first came to Nashville in 2010 to attend Belmont University. Scotty is an investigative photojournalist based in Washington DC. Environmental Reporter Senior Reporter/Producer of Special Projects summer@wpln.org emily@wnxp.org When shes not hosting or reporting, Rachel can be found cooking and posting her creations to social media, all while watching true crime shows. Keri has had a varied career working in the hospitality industry both in New York and Nashville, as a high school Spanish teacher in MNPS, and as a studio teacher on ABCs Nashville. Amanda Hara is an Anchor and Director of Digital at WSMV who's work has been honored with nine regional Emmy Awards, seven regional Edward R. Murrow Awards, two National Murrow Awards, and more than 18 Associated Press awards. During his time in Los Angeles, Khalil worked as an educator for at-risk high school students and an associate producer for film, and he founded the hip-hop group Fresh Air. Paige Jack In 2011 he moved back to DC to be Senior VP and Market Manager for the six CBS Radio stations. Major Gifts Officer Since then, my whole life has been dedicated to the local music scene and sharing my knowledge with the Nashville community. Ray returned to Nashville in 2019 with a dual intention of reconnecting with his musical roots and continuing work with organizations that make a difference. Most recently, as a General Assignment Reporter at Cincinnati Public Radio, she has worked to amplify underrepresent voices and perspectives. and an avid AP Style enforcer. 615-760-2025 As VP of Audience, Angel is charged with ensuring that Nashville Public Radio's stations, programs and products reach and reflect the entire Middle Tennessee community. See Blake's story archive at WPLN.org. Employee Communications Specialist at Caterpillar Financial, Broadcast, ENPS, Radio, Stories, Avid, Media Production, Storytelling, News Intern at WSOC-TV Channel 9, Reporter/, EMSA Summer Graduate Intern at The College at Brockport State University Of New York, Email Marketing Specialist at GannettLocal, Web Designer / Developer at, Email Marketing Specialist at Gannett Local. But indoors, I found a lot of ways to get into music. Rebecca hails from the "other" UT. Colleen Phelps Nicole Neuman joined the Gray Television Washington News Bureau in June 2021. When she's not reporting, you can find her cooking, crocheting or foraging for mushrooms. She coordinates content and produces stories with a particular passion for digging into government programs and waste, health care policy and education. kbradley@wpln.org Mikayla Elias (she/they) is an audio engineer specializing in broadcast and studio work. I was listening to hip hop music with my older brother and uncles. Growing up in Southern California I would listen to Power 106 and pretend to be an on-air personality, while other kids wanted to be doctors and lawyers. David Ade returned to the Gray Television Washington News Bureau in July 2021 as a multimedia journalist. Cardona joined Nashville Public Radio in 1997 fresh out of Converse College. With the area booming, the station moved her to the new traffic anchor and transportation beat reporter position to help fill a vital role in January 2017. Before joining WPLN full time in 2007, Blake also wrote for the Nashville City Paper and filed international stories for World Christian Broadcasting. Andrea has been in public media for 7 years, most recently serving as senior coordinating producer for America Amplified, a CPB-funded community engagement initiative. Khalil loves to find humor and wisdom in lifes turns and corners, and enjoys discovering the events that define our lives by talking to his fellow human beings and strives to learn from their experiences. Julia Ritchey is WPLN's afternoon news editor. Jamie Bittner joined the Gray Television Washington News Bureau in December 2021. Before making Middle Tennessee home, she worked for two years as a reporter and fill-in anchor at FOX 25 in Oklahoma City. Danielle Jackson joined the WSMV4 team as a Multimedia Journalist in December 2020. She is a former member of the world renowned, GRAMMY Award-winning Fisk Jubilee Singers and has devoted much of her life to creative expression. Born and raised in Nashville, I had no choice but to develop an affinity for music. A graduate of Belmont University, they have worked on a wide spectrum of projects, from hip-hop singles to occult podcasts. Rose speaks English, Italian, and French. TN counties least at risk of housing downturn, Counties with the highest diabetes rate in TN, Idaho murder suspect Bryan Kohbergers search warrant, Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot ousted; Vallas, Johnson, Very real to me: Expert on Murdaughs brothers, This feature may be making your iPhone charge slower:. He started working for WPLN in 2003, holding positions in membership and marketing, before leaving to start a freelance web development firm in 2008. mack@wpln.org Full-Time. Nashville, TN. She graduated from Emory University with majors in journalism and creative writing. In 2020, Phil and his team members were finalists for the Peabody Award for "Capitol Hill Controversy," described by the Peabody board as "a dogged, revelatory, and continuing investigation of highly toxic culture at the Tennessee state house. Meth, fake drivers licenses seized at BNA, TN firing squad bill clears another hurdle, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Like countless other sweet suburbanites, I watched Cameron Crowes Almost Famous in high school and wiped clean my concepts of the future: when I grow up, Ill be a rock writer, a musician or a Band-Aid, I decided. Before joining the station, she spent several years covering water quality issues, biodiversity, climate change and Mammoth Cave National Park for newsrooms in the South. Criminal Justice Reporter Marianna Bacallao justin@wnxp.org Rebecca is a bit of a local guru, well-versed in the latest happenings and newest restaurants in town. Anna Gallegos-Cannon Khalil Ekulona has been involved with media for almost his entire life. At the end of the day my goal is to tell stories that are as good as the ones my dad tells me. A native of Goodlettsville, TN, Kyle graduated from MTSU with a degree in communications. failures of government agencies, product flaws and other transparency issues. sswenson@wpln.org Her reporting on race and inequality in public schools prompted a wholesale shift in enrollment and attitudes toward school choice in one Nashville neighborhood. of Human Services. Mack is WPLN's Director of Digital Products. Shortly thereafter, CBS asked him to return to New York where he was VP and General Manager of two all news radio stations, 1010 WINS and WCBS Newsradio 880. Colleen Phelps is the host of Live in Studio C on 91Classical and the and Classically Speaking podcast. There I started a segment called From the Music Desk where I interviewed over 500 artists including Thom York, Lizzo, Steve Martin, and Phoebe Bridgers. He received his undergraduate degree and MBA at Tennessee State University. Communications Director at Tennessee Dept. munson@wnxp.org Is Tennessee a dangerous state to drive in? (He also seems to be the only one who knows where we keep the Megahertz.) 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