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  • From Thailand to Tennessee: The Story of International Market

    From Thailand to Tennessee: The Story of International Market
    Feb 11 2026
    In 1975, Win and Patti Myint opened International Market & Restaurant on Belmont Boulevard. More than 50 years later, their son, chef and James Beard Award nominee Arnold Myint, is carrying that legacy forward as his new cookbook Family Thai earns national praise. Arnold joins host Marie Cecile Anderson to talk about his family’s early beginnings, what International Market has meant to generations of Nashvillians, and what’s next for one of the city’s most beloved Thai restaurants. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 11th episode: United Way of Greater Nashville Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Nashville newsletter. Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.
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    26 min
  • Will Book Bans Come to Nashville?

    Will Book Bans Come to Nashville?
    Feb 10 2026
    Tennessee ranks third in the nation in book banning — and it’s already happening in Rutherford County, right next door. Could it happen in Nashville? Christina Soontornvat, an award-winning children’s book author who also leads the Tennessee chapter of Authors Against Book Bans, joins host Marie Cecile Anderson to explain what’s happening, why current state legislation is complicating matters, and how parents and community members are responding. Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Nashville newsletter. Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.
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    25 min
  • Is Nashville Ready for a Super Bowl?

    Is Nashville Ready for a Super Bowl?
    Feb 9 2026
    Gov. Bill Lee has submitted a letter of interest to the NFL to bring the Super Bowl to Nashville in 2029. The morning after the big game, producer Daniel Sumstine is chatting with David Boclair, a longtime sports writer and digital producer at the Nashville Banner, about what it would actually take to make that happen, from infrastructure and emergency preparedness to economic impact and who really benefits. With recent extreme weather, transit challenges, and major public investments on the line, we ask the big question: Is Nashville ready for a Super Bowl? Learn more about the sponsors of this February 9th episode: United Way of Greater Nashville Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Nashville newsletter. Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.
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    23 min
  • NES Faces State Scrutiny. Plus, Nashville Has a Dog in the Puppy Bowl!

    NES Faces State Scrutiny. Plus, Nashville Has a Dog in the Puppy Bowl!
    Feb 6 2026
    Republican House Speaker Cameron Sexton is threatening state oversight of NES, as locals continue to call for accountability in the wake of Winter Storm Fern. On today’s Friday News Roundup, host Marie Cecile Anderson, newsletter editor Margaret Kingsbury, and executive producer Whitney Pastorek are breaking down that fallout. Plus, advice on how to manage our tree damage, ALL the sports happening this weekend (we’re rooting for the Nashville Humane Association dog in the Puppy Bowl), and the mayor’s incredible quote about the Tesla Tunnels. Visit our running resource page of opportunities to help and be helped here. Donate to the United Way and Community Foundation Winter Storm Recovery Fund at UnitedWayGN.org Donate to NewsChannel 5’s Winter Storm Relief Fund in partnership with Hands On Nashville and Second Harvest by texting NC5 to 50155. If you need assistance with ANYTHING, call 211 or visit nashvilleresponds.com. Report power outages to NES by texting OUT to 637797. Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Nashville newsletter. Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.
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    31 min
  • Dealing With Nashville Storm Damages? Legal Aid Has Advice

    Dealing With Nashville Storm Damages? Legal Aid Has Advice
    Feb 5 2026
    Nearly two weeks after Winter Storm Fern paralyzed Nashville, questions are swirling about damages, insurance, and where to get help — especially if you’re a renter. Elizabeth Leiserson, an attorney with the Legal Aid Society, joins executive producer Whitney Pastorek to help break down the recovery process. What’s your landlord responsible for? Can you withhold rent? When do you need a lawyer? And who can you call for help? If you or someone you know is facing eviction or mortgage foreclosure due to the storm, or missed an eviction court date, please visit las.org/evictionhelp or call 833-837-HOME (4663). If you have an upcoming court date, do not skip it. Your chance at getting help from the Eviction Right To Counsel program dramatically increases if you show up — look for the blue table. If you need to check your court date or the status of your case, call the General Sessions Court Clerk at 615-862-5195. Visit our running resource page of opportunities to help and be helped here. Donate to the United Way and Community Foundation Winter Storm Recovery Fund at UnitedWayGN.org Donate to NewsChannel 5’s Winter Storm Relief Fund in partnership with Hands On Nashville and Second Harvest by texting NC5 to 50155. If you need assistance with ANYTHING, call 211 or visit nashvilleresponds.com. Report power outages to NES by texting OUT to 637797. Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Nashville newsletter. Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.
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    25 min
  • Your Guide to February 2026 in Nashville

    Your Guide to February 2026 in Nashville
    Feb 4 2026
    After nine years of January, it’s nice to be in February, our shortest month! Host Marie Cecile Anderson is joined by newsletter editor Margaret Kingsbury and executive producer Whitney Pastorek to talk about everything they’re excited to eat, hear, and do this month. If you’re looking for even MORE options, we’ve featured some great activities and important news stories across the city in recent episodes. Catch up at nashville.citycast.fm/podcasts. Visit our running resource page of opportunities to help and be helped here. Donate to the United Way and Community Foundation Winter Storm Recovery Fund at UnitedWayGN.org Donate to NewsChannel 5’s Winter Storm Relief Fund in partnership with Hands On Nashville and Second Harvest by texting NC5 to 50155. If you need assistance with ANYTHING, call 211 or visit nashvilleresponds.com. Report power outages to NES by texting OUT to 637797. Please reserve 911 for emergencies, including downed power lines. For non-emergencies, call 311 or visit hubNashville. Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Nashville newsletter. Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.
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    26 min
  • Mayor Orders Commission To Examine Storm Response. Plus, What To Know About Sports Betting in Nashville

    Mayor Orders Commission To Examine Storm Response. Plus, What To Know About Sports Betting in Nashville
    Feb 3 2026
    Mayor O’Connell has issued an executive order to create a commission to review the response to Winter Storm Fern. We’ve got the latest on that, plus: Although time currently has no meaning, the Super Bowl is this weekend! But before you create that parlay on a gambling app, you might want to know a little more about how online sports betting works here in Tennessee. We’re revisiting a conversation between executive producer Whitney Pastorek and Ryan Nanni, co-host of the Phantom Island podcast, about the way gambling on sports is impacting our community, for better or for worse. ** This episode originally aired Sept. 22, 2025. Visit our running resource page of opportunities to help and be helped here. Donate to the United Way and Community Foundation Winter Storm Recovery Fund at UnitedWayGN.org Donate to NewsChannel 5’s Winter Storm Relief Fund in partnership with Hands On Nashville and Second Harvest by texting NC5 to 50155. If you need assistance with ANYTHING, call 211 or visit nashvilleresponds.com. Report power outages to NES by texting OUT to 637797. Please reserve 911 for emergencies, including downed power lines. For non-emergencies, call 311 or visit hubNashville. Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Nashville newsletter. Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.
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    32 min
  • How Much Longer Will the Power Be Out? Plus, BNA Has a Traffic Problem. Is Anyone Fixing It?

    How Much Longer Will the Power Be Out? Plus, BNA Has a Traffic Problem. Is Anyone Fixing It?
    Feb 2 2026
    As we move into Week 2 of the freezing fallout from Winter Storm Fern, we’ve got the latest on the city’s response and the resources available to help you survive this. Plus, will the traffic gridlock nightmares at our airport ever get any better? Nashville Scene reporter Lena Mazel joins host Marie Cecile Anderson to discuss her recent article about how we got here, and what the airport authority and Metro leaders are planning to make it better. Spoiler alert: You’re gonna need some patience. Visit our running resource page of opportunities to help and be helped here. Donate to the United Way and Community Foundation Winter Storm Recovery Fund at UnitedWayGN.org Donate to NewsChannel 5’s Winter Storm Relief Fund in partnership with Hands On Nashville and Second Harvest by texting NC5 to 50155. Get information on discounted hotel rates here. If you need assistance with ANYTHING, call 211 or visit nashvilleresponds.com. Report power outages to NES by texting OUT to 637797. Please reserve 911 for emergencies, including downed power lines. For non-emergencies, call 311 or visit hubNashville. Metro has opened emergency warming locations at fire stations and community centers. These will be open 24/7. Bring what you need to stay as long as you need. To request a ride to a warming shelter, call 615-401-1712. Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Nashville newsletter. Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.
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    26 min