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I Got a Senior Discount?
I enjoyed an early dinner at Wendell Smith’s but got a surprise when I paid for it. The lady at the register gave me a senior discount. When I noticed it, I was a bit shocked and said “oh, I never got a senior discount before.” She smiled and told me that if I didn’t…
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My Fellow Americans, the Hotel is on Fire
My Fellow Americans, the hotel is on fire This was the headline of the story in the Washington Post on February 26 , 2000. It was referring to a fire at the Wardman Park hotel in Washington D.C. during a visit by President Clinton. The story has long washed away from the archives or at…
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My interview with Cathy Hoormann
Cathy Hoormann knows a thing or two about coffee and hospitality. She started Kickin’ Coffee & Tea in the 90’s and opened Sidekicks Cafe in 2016. At Kickin’, they provide coffee, equipment and service to a number of businesses in the Middle Tennessee area. Sidekicks Cafe is located in Madison, Tennessee and serves breakfast, lunch…
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Nashville Steam
My conversation with Joey and Steven about steam locomotive No. 576. It has been a part of the history of Nashville for decades. We talk about its history; the work they’re doing to bring it back to life and plans for the future.
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Joe Dubin
In this conversation with Joe, we talk about working at the Opryland Hotel, concerts at Starwood, days at Opryland USA, “old Nashville” and more. Joe has been a staple of the news and sports media for three decades and was more than happy to share his memories and thoughts about the evolution of Nashville.