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The organization was founded seven years ago by Mindy Bess, after she lost her father to brain cancer at the age of just 42 years old....1801adults,cancer,charity,dreams,dreamsofjoy,families,healthcare,kids,lastwishes,tennessee,terminalillness,wishesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-tva-winter--68120443https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68120443Mon, 13 Oct 2025 16:23:21 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) was created to improve life in the Tennessee Valley region by providing electricity, managing natural resources, and supporting economic development. It builds and operates power plants, helps control flooding, and...1801falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-tn-dept-of-disability-aging--67553765Website: https://www.tn.gov/disability-and-aging.html  ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67553765Fri, 29 Aug 2025 14:49:16 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)The Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging (TDDA) is dedicated to helping older adults and people with disabilities lead independent, meaningful lives. With a mission rooted in inclusion, lifelong wellness, and access to vital resources, TDDA...Website: https://www.tn.gov/disability-and-aging.html  ]]>1801falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-tennessee-811--67510498Website: https://www.tenn811.com/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67510498Mon, 25 Aug 2025 20:19:17 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)If you're planning to dig in Tennessee—whether it's for a fence, garden, or construction—Tennessee 811 is your go-to call before you break ground. It’s a free service that connects you with utility companies so they can mark underground lines and help...Website: https://www.tenn811.com/]]>1801811,callbeforeyoudig,digging,excavating,planting,tennessee811,yardworkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-tva--66772825https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66772825Fri, 27 Jun 2025 14:53:45 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) was established in 1933 as part of President Roosevelt's New Deal to address economic development and infrastructure needs in the Tennessee Valley region. Today it provides electricity for nearly 10 million people...1801authority,tennessee,tennesseematters,tva,valleyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-tva-energy--66124057TENNESSEE MATTERS, Ashley England of TVA EnergyRight joins John Clark to talk about ways to save money on your energy bills this summer.   #tva #TVAEnergyRight ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66124057Fri, 16 May 2025 20:25:44 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)The Tennessee Valley Authority, or TVA, is a government agency that was created during the Great Depression in 1933 to help modernize the Tennessee Valley region. Its main goals are to provide affordable electricity, manage natural resources like...TENNESSEE MATTERS, Ashley England of TVA EnergyRight joins John Clark to talk about ways to save money on your energy bills this summer.   #tva #TVAEnergyRight ]]>1801energy,energyright,environment,iheartmedia,tvafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-the-university-of-tennessee-system--65685920The University of Tennessee System has broken records in enrollment and graduation rates, expanded research efforts, and made substantial infrastructure investments.  Alongside its dedication to higher education through its campuses across the state, The University of Tennessee System is also focused on addressing the state's most pressing challenges. Through UT's Grand Challenges, the university invests up to $5 million in innovative, community-focused projects aimed at strengthening rural communities, overcoming addiction, and advancing K-12 education. In this episode of TENNESSEE MATTERS, John Clark is joined by University of Tennessee President Randy Boyd and UT System Strategist John Lacey, who helps lead the Grand Challenges initiative. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65685920Fri, 25 Apr 2025 11:00:08 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)Under the leadership of President Randy Boyd, https://tennessee.edu/ has broken records in enrollment and graduation rates, expanded research efforts, and made substantial infrastructure investments.  Alongside its dedication to higher education...The University of Tennessee System has broken records in enrollment and graduation rates, expanded research efforts, and made substantial infrastructure investments.  Alongside its dedication to higher education through its campuses across the state, The University of Tennessee System is also focused on addressing the state's most pressing challenges. Through UT's Grand Challenges, the university invests up to $5 million in innovative, community-focused projects aimed at strengthening rural communities, overcoming addiction, and advancing K-12 education. In this episode of TENNESSEE MATTERS, John Clark is joined by University of Tennessee President Randy Boyd and UT System Strategist John Lacey, who helps lead the Grand Challenges initiative. ]]>1801education,grandchallenges,tennessee,utfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-tn-dept-of-correction--65542318https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65542318Fri, 11 Apr 2025 19:45:08 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)The Tennessee Department of Correction (TDOC) aims to operate safe and secure facilities while providing effective community supervision to support successful reentry across the state. TDOC is actively working to reduce recidivism through...1801careers,correction,tdoc,tennesseefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-tn-human-rights-commission--65373831https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65373831Sat, 05 Apr 2025 20:17:29 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)The Tennessee Human Rights Commission (THRC) was established in 1963 to promote and protect human rights through education and enforcement. Initially an advisory body, it became an enforcement agency in 1978 with the passage of the Tennessee Human...1801fair,housing,humanrights,tennesseefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-tn-dept-of-economic-community-development--64305402The Tennessee Dept. of Economic & Community Development is constantly promoting Tennessee's attractive business climate and has delivered many success stories that are impacting the state now and into the future.  TNECD is not only behind the relocation and expansion of businessess in the Volunteer state, but they also help people develop new skills for an emerging workforce that is needed.  Recently, John Clark spoke with Stewart McWhorter, Commissioner of TNECD for this episode of TENNESSEE MATTERS. TNECD website: https://tnecd.com/ ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64305402Mon, 10 Feb 2025 21:17:56 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)It's no accident that some of the world's biggest brands have chosen to call Tennessee home.  The Tennessee Dept. of Economic & Community Development is constantly promoting Tennessee's attractive business climate and has delivered many success...The Tennessee Dept. of Economic & Community Development is constantly promoting Tennessee's attractive business climate and has delivered many success stories that are impacting the state now and into the future.  TNECD is not only behind the relocation and expansion of businessess in the Volunteer state, but they also help people develop new skills for an emerging workforce that is needed.  Recently, John Clark spoke with Stewart McWhorter, Commissioner of TNECD for this episode of TENNESSEE MATTERS. TNECD website: https://tnecd.com/ ]]>1801business,development,economic,employment,jobs,recruitment,tennessee,workforcefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-tn-dept-of-veterans-services--63877860Recently John Clark spoke with TDVS Commissioner General Tommy Baker about how his team ensures veterans receive the recognition and support they deserve. 
Website: https://www.tn.gov/veteran]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63877860Fri, 24 Jan 2025 16:20:39 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)The Tennessee Department of Veterans Services (TDVS) is dedicated to connecting veterans of all eras with the benefits they have earned, including healthcare, education, and financial assistance. The department plays a crucial role in advocating for...Recently John Clark spoke with TDVS Commissioner General Tommy Baker about how his team ensures veterans receive the recognition and support they deserve. 
Website: https://www.tn.gov/veteran]]>1801falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-the-future-of-tennessee-jobs--63100986Tennessee Department of Labor & Workforce Development plays a vital role in preparing this workforce, and Commissioner Deniece Thomas recently joined John Clark to talk about it on TENNESSEE MATTERS. website: https://www.tn.gov/workforce.html]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63100986Mon, 02 Dec 2024 03:24:38 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)All states are vying to attract new businesses and industries, making the competition fierce. Tennessee has excelled in this arena, successfully attracting major companies and driving significant job growth for the future. A crucial factor in this...Tennessee Department of Labor & Workforce Development plays a vital role in preparing this workforce, and Commissioner Deniece Thomas recently joined John Clark to talk about it on TENNESSEE MATTERS. website: https://www.tn.gov/workforce.html]]>1801development,jobs,tennessee,workforcefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-tennessee-valley-authority-winter-heating-tips--62983229https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62983229Sun, 24 Nov 2024 02:18:10 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) was established in 1933 to provide flood control, improve navigation, generate electricity, and promote economic development in the Tennessee Valley region. Today, it is the largest public power provider in the...1801electricity,heating,hvac,tva,winterfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-tn-dept-of-disability-and-aging--60572374Tennessee Matters to talk about his vision for the TN Dept. of Disability and Aging. 
Website: linked here.
Facebook: linked here.  ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60572374Wed, 03 Jul 2024 11:00:03 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)The newly established Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging aims to enhance the quality of life and independence of older adults and Tenneseans with disabilities. The department was formed by merging the TN Commission on Aging and Disability...Tennessee Matters to talk about his vision for the TN Dept. of Disability and Aging. 
Website: linked here.
Facebook: linked here.  ]]>1801aging,disability,disabled,elderly,tennesseefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-lasagna-love--60549274Tennessee Matters. 
Website: https://lasagnalove.org
FB & IG: @WeAreLasagnaLove
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60549274Sat, 29 Jun 2024 17:11:21 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)Lasagna Love is dedicated to fostering community connections through the simple act of delivering homemade meals. Founded during the pandemic, Lasagna Love addresses food insecurity and offers a comforting gesture during challenging times. The...Tennessee Matters. 
Website: https://lasagnalove.org
FB & IG: @WeAreLasagnaLove
]]>1801food,insecurity,kindness,lasagna,love,tennessee,tnmattersfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-dept-of-human-resources--60465102Tennessee Matters, John Clark talks with Kimberly Mantlo, HR Program Administrator, Recruiting for the State of Tennessee.  TN HR website: https://www.tn.gov/hr       ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60465102Fri, 21 Jun 2024 20:02:14 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)The State of Tennessee is the state's number one employer with a headcount of more than 40,000.  It's a big group assigned to important tasks we all depend on like public safety, infrastructure and transportation, education, and healthcare among many...Tennessee Matters, John Clark talks with Kimberly Mantlo, HR Program Administrator, Recruiting for the State of Tennessee.  TN HR website: https://www.tn.gov/hr       ]]>1801employment,government,hr,jobs,state,tennesseefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-tn-dept-of-environment-conservation--60412677https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60412677Mon, 17 Jun 2024 15:30:47 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) plays a vital role in safeguarding our state’s natural resources. They work to improve air and water quality, protect citizens from environmental hazards, and manage Tennessee’s beautiful...1801conservation,environment,stateparks,tennesseefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-fatherhood-tn-dept-of-human-services--60306023Fatherhood Grant Program, investing approximately $10 million to support organizations serving fathers. Through this initiative, they aim to enhance fatherhood-related programs, including mentorship, education, co-parenting support, skill-building workshops, employment services, and financial literacy. By promoting active father involvement, TDHS hopes to contribute to stronger families and communities across the state. Commissioner Clarence Carter joins John Clark for this episode of Tennessee Matters.
Website: https://www.tn.gov/humanservices.html ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60306023Fri, 07 Jun 2024 00:31:38 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)The Tennessee Dept. of Human Services recently launched the https://www.tn.gov/humanservices/news/2024/5/31/tennessee-department-of-human-services-opens-2024-families-first-community-grant-program-applications.html, investing approximately $10 million...Fatherhood Grant Program, investing approximately $10 million to support organizations serving fathers. Through this initiative, they aim to enhance fatherhood-related programs, including mentorship, education, co-parenting support, skill-building workshops, employment services, and financial literacy. By promoting active father involvement, TDHS hopes to contribute to stronger families and communities across the state. Commissioner Clarence Carter joins John Clark for this episode of Tennessee Matters.
Website: https://www.tn.gov/humanservices.html ]]>1801dhs,fatherhood,fathers,human,services,tennessee,tnfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-tn-human-rights-commission--60257939https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60257939Mon, 03 Jun 2024 00:09:58 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)The Tennessee Human Rights Commission (THRC) serves to safeguard individuals from discrimination through education and enforcement. As an independent state agency, it enforces anti-discrimination laws in housing, employment, and public accommodation...1801human,humanrights,rights,tennessee,thrcfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-tenn-charitable-care-network--60149931On this episode of Tennessee Matters, John Clark talks with Exec. Dir. Christi Granstaff and Dir. of Programs Mattie Callahan about TCCN'S mission to help build a robust healthcare infrastructure for those who might otherwise go without necessary care. Link to TCCN. 
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60149931Fri, 24 May 2024 14:00:03 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)The Tennessee Charitable Care Network (TCCN) is dedicated to a mission of support, education, and representation for non-profit organizations that provide essential healthcare services.These organizations are committed to delivering free or...On this episode of Tennessee Matters, John Clark talks with Exec. Dir. Christi Granstaff and Dir. of Programs Mattie Callahan about TCCN'S mission to help build a robust healthcare infrastructure for those who might otherwise go without necessary care. Link to TCCN. 
]]>1801charitable,healthcare,tccn,tdoh,tennessee,tndeptofhealth,vaccinesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-tn-dept-of-veterans-services--60066336https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60066336Fri, 17 May 2024 02:26:19 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)Veterans encounter significant challenges when transitioning back to civilian life, and the Tennessee Department of Veterans Services is committed to easing this transition for the approximately 450,000 veterans living in Tennessee. Through passionate...1801pactact,tennessee,va,veteransfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-tn-sec-of-state-tre-hargett--59990431Tennessee Matters.   ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59990431Sun, 12 May 2024 16:16:16 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)The Secretary of State’s office in Tennessee plays a pivotal role in the state’s governance and administration including maintaining a register of the governor’s official acts and proceedings, ensuring the accuracy and security of public records, and...Tennessee Matters.   ]]>1801electionlaws,elections,safeathome,secretaryofstate,tennesseefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-tenn-dept-of-transportation--59802613https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59802613Fri, 03 May 2024 19:58:45 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) is entrusted with a broad spectrum of responsibilities to ensure the smooth operation and safety of the state’s transportation network. It oversees the planning, construction, and maintenance of over...1801bridges,highways,infrastructure,tdot,tennessee,transportationfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-tennessee-donor-services--59073051https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59073051Sat, 16 Mar 2024 21:57:38 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)Did you know every organ donor can save up to eight lives and improve the lives of 75 more people through tissue donation?  That's the message from Tennessee Donor Services whose mission is to save and improve lives through organ, eye and tissue...1801donation,iheartmedia,organ,organdonation,tds,tissue,tissuedonation,tndonorservices,tnmattersfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-the-jason-foundation--58708679https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58708679Fri, 16 Feb 2024 17:09:24 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)The Jason Foundation is dedicated to the prevention of the "silent epidemic" of youth suicide. Recent data shows Tennessee ranks among the top for child suicide rates nationwide and the issue was addressed in the State of the Child report from the TN...1800jasonfoundation,mentalhealth,suicide,tnhealth,youthsuicidefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-tn-dept-of-health--58475025https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58475025Sat, 27 Jan 2024 19:35:37 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)The mission of the Tennessee Department of Health is to protect and improve the health and prosperity of the citizens of the state. Dr. Ralph Alvarado recently celebrated his first full year as commissioner of the health department and presides over...1801covid,flu,health,iheartmedia,public,ruralhealth,suicide,tennessee,tnfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-tn-dept-of-intellectual-developmental-disabilities--57298640The TN Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (DIDD) is the state agency responsible for supporting Tennesseans with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is done in several ways, including Medicaid waiver Home and Community Based Services (HCBS), state-operated ICF/IIDs, and the Family Support Program. DIDD administers services directly or through contracts with community providers. Recently John Clark talked about this important state operation that is critical for individuals and families in Tennessee. Website: https://www.tn.gov/didd]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57298640Fri, 20 Oct 2023 11:00:05 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)https://www.tn.gov/didd (DIDD) is the state agency responsible for supporting Tennesseans with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is done in several ways, including Medicaid waiver Home and Community Based Services (HCBS),...The TN Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (DIDD) is the state agency responsible for supporting Tennesseans with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is done in several ways, including Medicaid waiver Home and Community Based Services (HCBS), state-operated ICF/IIDs, and the Family Support Program. DIDD administers services directly or through contracts with community providers. Recently John Clark talked about this important state operation that is critical for individuals and families in Tennessee. Website: https://www.tn.gov/didd]]>1706didd,disabilities,familysupport,tennesseefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-tn-dept-of-revenue--57213729The Tennessee Department of Revenue serves as the state’s primary tax collection agency, administering more than 25 different taxes and fees. In addition to tax collection and enforcement, the department is responsible for administering Tennessee’s motor vehicle registration and title laws. Recently John Clark spoke with David Gerregano, Commissioner of the TN Dept. of Revenue. Website: https://www.tn.gov/revenue]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57213729Fri, 13 Oct 2023 11:00:02 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)Do you ever wonder where all of our tax money goes in Tennessee? It goes to Education, Health & Social Services, Public Safety, Transportation and back into local communities for important public services. https://www.tn.gov/revenue.html serves...The Tennessee Department of Revenue serves as the state’s primary tax collection agency, administering more than 25 different taxes and fees. In addition to tax collection and enforcement, the department is responsible for administering Tennessee’s motor vehicle registration and title laws. Recently John Clark spoke with David Gerregano, Commissioner of the TN Dept. of Revenue. Website: https://www.tn.gov/revenue]]>1801grocerytax,taxes,tennesseefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-tn-board-of-regents--56981802The Tennessee Board of Regents manages the state university and community college system of Tennessee as well as the state's vocational technical schools. With 13 community colleges and 20 TCATs (Tenn College of Applied Technology) offering more than 400 programs of study, the goal is to create opportunities for all Tennesseans to attend college, regardless of age or income. Recently John Clark spoke with Rick Locker, Dir. of Communications about the many initatives to promote higher education in our state. Link to: TBR.edu. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56981802Fri, 29 Sep 2023 11:30:03 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)https://www.tbr.edu/ manages the state university and community college system of Tennessee as well as the state's vocational technical schools. With 13 community colleges and 20 TCATs (Tenn College of Applied Technology) offering more than 400...The Tennessee Board of Regents manages the state university and community college system of Tennessee as well as the state's vocational technical schools. With 13 community colleges and 20 TCATs (Tenn College of Applied Technology) offering more than 400 programs of study, the goal is to create opportunities for all Tennesseans to attend college, regardless of age or income. Recently John Clark spoke with Rick Locker, Dir. of Communications about the many initatives to promote higher education in our state. Link to: TBR.edu. ]]>1801college,community,education,tcat,tennesseefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-tn-wildlife-resources-agency--56767188TWRA website: www.GoOutdoorsTennessee.com
TN WildCast on the iHeartRadio App: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-tennessee-wildcast-30961332/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56767188Fri, 15 Sep 2023 11:20:02 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)The mission of the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is to preserve, conserve, manage, protect, and enhance the fish and wildlife of the state. To promote the TWRA’s mission along with outdoor events & activities from hunting, fishing, boating,...TWRA website: www.GoOutdoorsTennessee.com
TN WildCast on the iHeartRadio App: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-tennessee-wildcast-30961332/]]>1801boating,fishing,hunting,lakes,outdoors,tennessee,tnwildcast,twrafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-tn-assoc-of-alcohol-drug-other-addiction-services-taadas--56716887The TN Assoc. of Alcohol, Drug & other Addiction Services is a statewide association of alcohol and drug abuse treatment, prevention, and recovery service professionals and others who are interested in addiction issues. TAADAS keeps alcoholism, drug abuse, and other addiction issues including gambling in the forefront when public policy decisions are made and through the collective voice of its members. Recently John Clark talked with Exec. Dir. Mary Linden Salter about what's being done to offer hope to Tennesseans who battle addiction every day. TAADAS website: www.taadas.org

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56716887Fri, 08 Sep 2023 11:30:02 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)https://www.taadas.org/ is a statewide association of alcohol and drug abuse treatment, prevention, and recovery service professionals and others who are interested in addiction issues. TAADAS keeps alcoholism, drug abuse, and other addiction issues...The TN Assoc. of Alcohol, Drug & other Addiction Services is a statewide association of alcohol and drug abuse treatment, prevention, and recovery service professionals and others who are interested in addiction issues. TAADAS keeps alcoholism, drug abuse, and other addiction issues including gambling in the forefront when public policy decisions are made and through the collective voice of its members. Recently John Clark talked with Exec. Dir. Mary Linden Salter about what's being done to offer hope to Tennesseans who battle addiction every day. TAADAS website: www.taadas.org

]]>1801addiction,alcohol,drugabuse,gambling,taadas,tennesseefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-tn-dept-of-human-services--56627469The Tennessee Department of Human Services is thought of as a safety net by facilitating nutrition programs, childcare services, employment assistance, vocational training, and protective services for Tennesseans and families in need. It's the state’s second-largest agency with an operating budget of more than $3 billion and nearly 4,000 employees working in offices in all 95 counties and has been led by Commissioner Clarence Carter since January 2021. Recently Commissioner Carter spoke with John Clark about his vision to transform Tennessee's DHS. Website Link to TN DHS: https://www.tn.gov/humanservices]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56627469Fri, 01 Sep 2023 11:35:02 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)https://www.tn.gov/humanservices is thought of as a safety net by facilitating nutrition programs, childcare services, employment assistance, vocational training, and protective services for Tennesseans and families in need. It's the state’s...The Tennessee Department of Human Services is thought of as a safety net by facilitating nutrition programs, childcare services, employment assistance, vocational training, and protective services for Tennesseans and families in need. It's the state’s second-largest agency with an operating budget of more than $3 billion and nearly 4,000 employees working in offices in all 95 counties and has been led by Commissioner Clarence Carter since January 2021. Recently Commissioner Carter spoke with John Clark about his vision to transform Tennessee's DHS. Website Link to TN DHS: https://www.tn.gov/humanservices]]>1801dhs,tennessee,tnmattersfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-tn-higher-education-commission--56162191https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56162191Fri, 21 Jul 2023 11:00:02 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)The Tennessee Higher Education Commission’s mission is to increase the number of Tennesseans with a post-secondary school education and the commission actively promotes the state’s programs to help make that happen including Tennessee Promise and...1801college,education,iheartmedia,tcat,tennessee,thec,tngov,tnpromise,tnradionet,tnreconnectfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-tn-811--56072862https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56072862Fri, 14 Jul 2023 11:00:02 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)If you have a digging project in your yard, it’s always best to call 811 first. Tennessee 811 provides communication, education, and notification services to advocate for the prevention of damage to underground utilities. Breaking utility lines is...1801811,iheartmedia,tennessee811,tennesseemattersfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-tn-commission-on-aging-disability--54883950https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54883950Sat, 24 Jun 2023 17:14:32 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)The Tennessee Commission on Aging and Disability was created to provide leadership relating to the challenges of aging on behalf of older persons in our state. The commission’s mission is to bring together and leverage programs, resources, and...1801aging,caregivers,disability,disabled,iheart,seniors,tcad,tennessee,tngovernment,tnmattersfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-tn-learning-leadership--54525649https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54525649Mon, 19 Jun 2023 19:40:15 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)The largest employer in Tennessee is the state government with more than 43,000 employees and about 1,300 different job classifications. To recruit and retain the best and the brightest workforce possible, the state created the Learning &...1685humanresources,learning&leadership,tennesseejobs,tngov,tnhr,tnjobsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-safety-and-homeland-security--54139444https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54139444Fri, 09 Jun 2023 13:00:02 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)The Tennessee Dept. of Safety and Homeland Security is always on alert, and for a good reason. The department has the primary responsibility and authority for directing statewide activities to prevent terrorism in Tennessee. The department is made...1801falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-agriculture--54070406https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54070406Fri, 02 Jun 2023 11:00:02 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)Founded in 1854, the Tennessee Department of Agriculture is the oldest state agency in Tennessee. In its history, there have been few years as challenging for Tennessee farmers as 2022. Dr. Charlie Hatcher was sworn in as Tennessee's 38th Commissioner...1801farmers,ranchers,tennessee,tennesseeagriculture,tnfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-tn-army-national-guard--54016734https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54016734Sat, 27 May 2023 16:10:01 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)Major General Jeff Holmes, Commissioner, TN Dept of the Military, discuses the Tennessee National Guard with host John Clark in this Tennessee Matters encore podcast. The Guard serves both community and country and their versatility enables them to...1801falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-hypertension--53722847https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53722847Fri, 05 May 2023 08:30:02 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)Being aware of your blood pressure can be very valuable to your health. May is High Blood Pressure Education Month, and there is no better time to learn about the importance of monitoring your blood pressure. Half of all Americans have high blood...1801bloodpressure,healthcare,healtheducation,hypertension,nationalinstitutesofhealth,preventativemedicine,tennesseefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-child-abuse-awareness-month--53596975https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53596975Fri, 28 Apr 2023 08:30:02 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)The CDC says child abuse and neglect are serious public health problems with about one in seven children experiencing child abuse and neglect in the last year. In Tennessee, the Carl Perkins Center serves 20 counties by offering a variety of services...1801abuse,awareness,carlperkinscenter,charity,childabuse,children,neglect,prevention,sexualabuse,teenagers,tennessee,trauma,volunteersfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-dept-of-economic-community-development--53572483https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53572483Fri, 21 Apr 2023 08:30:02 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)The State of Tennessee promotes a pro-business environment and the work has paid off with big businesses expanding to the Volunteer State. In particular Tennessee has become a destination for electric vehicle production including a massive project...1801business,communitydevelopment,economicdevelopment,electricvehicles,ford,government,growth,jobs,tennesseefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-dept-of-hr-diversity--53505438https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53505438Fri, 14 Apr 2023 08:30:02 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)The State of Tennessee employs more than 40,000 workers statewide in hundreds of public service roles like park ranger, corrections officer, transportation planner, pharmacy assistant, and many, many more. Recognizing the value of a diverse workforce...1801departmentofhumanresources,diversity,government,governmentemployees,inclusion,publicpolicy,tennesseefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-columbia-mayor-chaz-moulder--53380385https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53380385Fri, 31 Mar 2023 08:30:02 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)Being elected to a local political office does not mean you never need to leave home in order to serve your community. This week many elected city officials met in Washington DC during the National League of Cities convention. Columbia's Mayor, Chaz...1801columbia,community,family,government,mayor,muleday,nationalleagueofcities,politicians,publicservice,tennessee,washingtondcfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-ftc-scams--53288644https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53288644Fri, 24 Mar 2023 08:30:02 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)Americans lose billions of dollars to scams. Today's scammers use AI to mimic your loved ones voice or they pretend to be a familiar business or government agency to entice you to trust them and turn over your personal information. To learn more about...1801crime,data,federaltradecommission,fraud,ftc,government,identitytheft,investments,money,romance,scams,tennesseefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-consumers-for-quality-care--53196636https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53196636Fri, 17 Mar 2023 08:30:02 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)Nonprofit hospitals operate as charities and are designed to deliver affordable and quality health care to everyone in their communities. However, despite their tax-exempt status, many nonprofit hospitals are practicing disturbing trends that put...1801charity,consumersforqualitycare,forprofit,healthcare,hospitals,hospitalscorecard,nonprofits,taxbreaks,tennesseefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-dcs-foster-care-system--53127385https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53127385Fri, 10 Mar 2023 09:30:02 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)In Tennessee, the public school with the highest student enrollment is Collierville High School in Shelby County. It is a suburb of Memphis with 2,885 students. Also in Tennessee, there are 8,300 children in foster care - meaning it would take just...1801adoption,callforhelp,children,departmentofchildrensservices,families,familycourt,fostercare,fosterhomes,government,support,tennessee,traumafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-dept-of-health-community-engagement--52880778https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52880778Fri, 03 Mar 2023 09:30:02 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)The Tennessee Department of Health in the Volunteer State worked hard to serve the public during the pandemic and through to today. One method includes the Office of Faith-Based and Community Engagement led by Elizabeth Hart which is part of the...1801communityoutreach,covid19,doctors,faithbased,healthcare,outreach,publichealth,tennessee,underservedcommunities,vaccinesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-dept-human-resources--52805663https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52805663Fri, 24 Feb 2023 09:30:01 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)The State of Tennessee government is the largest employer in the Volunteer State. "TeamTN" works together to maintain infrastructure, protect natural resources, and develop thriving communities in a myriad of important positions. Have you ever...1724benefits,economy,employeeretention,government,hiring,humanresources,jobs,recruiting,statejobs,tennesseefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-safe-at-home--52717570https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52717570Fri, 17 Feb 2023 09:30:01 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)Gone are the days of the big bulky phone book and calling the operator at 411. With domestic violence being reported by 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men, protecting your personal information is paramount. John Clark sat down with Stacy Scruggs, the Program...1781addressconfidentialityprogram,domesticviolence,government,identity,protection,safety,tennessee,victims,vitalinformationfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-curing-kids-cancer--52651675https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52651675Fri, 10 Feb 2023 09:30:02 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)In order to celebrate their son's life and fund research that will find cures for childhood cancer, Grainne and Clay Owen founded Curing Kids Cancer in 2005. The group believes that finding cures for childhood cancers also requires finding doctors and...1801cancer,childhoodcancer,clinicaltrials,doctors,pharmaceuticals,research,tennesseefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-wildlife-resources-agency--52585020https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52585020Fri, 03 Feb 2023 09:30:02 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)If you love the outdoors, whether it’s boating, hunting, fishing, or if you just like to observe wildlife, the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency works to help enrich your outdoor experience. They are a state-run agency that preserves, conserves,...1801animals,boating,conservation,fishing,government,habitats,hiking,hunting,outdoors,preservation,recreation,state,tennessee,wildlifefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-nashville-charter-school--52541187https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52541187Fri, 27 Jan 2023 09:30:01 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)Nashville Classical Charter School began as the brainstorm of dedicated community activists and experienced urban educators. Their vision was a school - free, public, and open to all children - that would achieve a different result. Today, for 550...1800charterschool,community,education,educators,future,nashville,nashvilleclassical,tennesseefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-tn-lottery--52467624https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52467624Fri, 20 Jan 2023 09:30:01 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)Since the Tennessee Lottery launched in 2004, more than $6.7 billion has been raised for education programs in the state and it has funded nearly two million scholarships and grants. Students and families aren’t the only ones who benefit. Lottery...1801education,gambling,generalrevenue,government,jackpot,lottery,states,tennesseefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-covid-3-years-later--52392700https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52392700Fri, 13 Jan 2023 09:30:02 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)On March 5, 2020, the Tennessee Department of Health announced the first confirmed case of COVID-19 in Tennessee. Since that time, about 34% of the state's 7 million people reported testing positive for the virus and approx. 28,000 Tennesseans died....1801covid-19,doctors,government,health,healthcare,healthexperts,medical,pandemic,tennesseefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-federal-tort-claims-act--52342952https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52342952Fri, 06 Jan 2023 09:30:02 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)The United States federal government was ordered to pay over $230,000 to victims of one of the largest mass shootings in the country where 26 people died and 22 more suffered injuries. This case was tried in federal court through the Federal Tort...1789appeal,court,fbi,federaltortact,government,massshootings,military,tennesseefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-disability-paf--52291345https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52291345Fri, 30 Dec 2022 09:30:01 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)If you received a diagnosis tomorrow that threatened your ability to work, do you know how to navigate the disability system? This topic is critical to many patients and their families who are also frequently confused about the eligibility criteria...1800cancer,disability,familymedicalleave,illness,insurance,longtermdisability,patientadvocatefoundation,shorttermdisability,tennessee,unabletoworkfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-santa-derek--52262402https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52262402Fri, 23 Dec 2022 09:30:01 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)Celebrating means many things to many people of all faiths, but almost unviversaly, observing the holidays means allowing Chris Kringle to come into our lives. For more than a few years now, in North Georgia, litteraly thousands of children, of course...1801christmas,holidays,merrychristmas,santa,tennessee,validationfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-stuckeys--52198793If you have traveled nearly any of the highways and byways of the south and beyond, at some point you have seen a Stuckeys. Most often associated with a blue roof. At some point the popularity of the Stuckey's tapered off, but now granddaughter of the founder of Stuckey's and career litigator Stephanie Stuckey was able to buy the company from ruin. She aims to not only bring back the company to beyond it's once enjoyed heyday, but also bring back the American Road trip. As we learned from sitdown with Stephanie Stuckey, she has her work cut out for her, but seems well up to the task of Reviving Stuckeys.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52198793Fri, 16 Dec 2022 09:30:02 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)If you have traveled nearly any of the highways and byways of the south and beyond, at some point you have seen a Stuckeys. Most often associated with a blue roof. At some point the popularity of the Stuckey's tapered off, but now granddaughter of the...If you have traveled nearly any of the highways and byways of the south and beyond, at some point you have seen a Stuckeys. Most often associated with a blue roof. At some point the popularity of the Stuckey's tapered off, but now granddaughter of the founder of Stuckey's and career litigator Stephanie Stuckey was able to buy the company from ruin. She aims to not only bring back the company to beyond it's once enjoyed heyday, but also bring back the American Road trip. As we learned from sitdown with Stephanie Stuckey, she has her work cut out for her, but seems well up to the task of Reviving Stuckeys.]]>1801business,candy,families,nostaglia,pecans,roadtrip,saltwatertaffy,southeast,stuckeys,tennesseefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-child-poverty--52135612https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52135612Fri, 09 Dec 2022 09:30:02 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)The good news is that in the United States, child poverty fell by 59% from 1993 – 2019, according to a comprehensive new analysis. The study was a joint effort between The New York Times and a nonpartisan research group with an expertise in...1801advancement,charities,childpoverty,children,education,equity,families,government,statistics,tennesseefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-pharmacy-benefit-managers--52059974https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52059974Fri, 02 Dec 2022 09:30:02 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)Studies show prescription drug prices in the United States are significantly higher than in other nations, with prices in the United States averaging 2.56 times those seen in 32 other nations. Bloomburg reports the average American spends $1200 a year...1741drugsupplychain,legislature,pharmacybenefitmanagers,prescriptioncosts,tennesseefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-no-trash-november--51967632https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51967632Mon, 21 Nov 2022 16:41:10 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)How much garbage and litter still gets dumped on Tennessee roadways? It's a very big number that Shawn Bible knows all too well. She and her team at TDOT work hard to remind us #NobodyTrashesTennessee. The TN Department of Transportation’s...1801nobodytrashestennessee,notrashnovemberfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-dept-of-children-s-services--51707971https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51707971Thu, 27 Oct 2022 19:13:18 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)The TN Dept. of Children's Services provides support to children and families while promoting safety, permanency, and well-being with the goal of creating healthy environments where children can live with supportive families and in engaged...1801becomeafosterparent,fosteringtn,fosterparent,tnfostershopefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnmatters-air-force--51453439https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51453439Mon, 03 Oct 2022 14:10:21 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)The United States Air Force is the air service branch of the United States Armed Forces, and is one of the eight uniformed services of the United States. Originally created on August 1, 1907 as a part of the United States Army Signal Corps, the USAF...1801airforce,military,recruiting,tennessee,usaffalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-tn-army-national-guard--51309244https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51309244Mon, 19 Sep 2022 14:19:24 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)Major General Jeff Holmes, Commissioner, TN Dept. of the Military, discusses the critical purpose and vision of the Tennessee Army National Guard. The Guard serves both community and country and its versatility enables response to domestic...1801army,nationalguard,tnarmynationalguardfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-dept-of-education--51175738https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51175738Wed, 07 Sep 2022 16:48:49 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)The State of Tennessee enrolls almost one million students in 147 school districts. Management of public education in the state is the responsibility of the Department of Education and Commissioner Dr. Penny Schwinn who is our guest on this episode...1801education,publiceducation,tennesseefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-patsy-cline--51071362https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51071362Mon, 29 Aug 2022 21:17:13 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)Patsy Cline was one of the most influential singers of the 20th century and to this day remains among the biggest names in the history of Country Music with iconic hits like “Crazy”, “I Fall to Pieces” and “Walkin’ After Midnight”. She was on her way...1801countrymusic,musiccity,nasville,patsyclinefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-veterans-affairs--51018668https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51018668Wed, 24 Aug 2022 17:31:01 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)More than 450,000 Veterans call Tennessee home. However, only 220,000 of these Veterans are enrolled in the Veterans Affairs Healthcare System and only 150,000 receive any type of benefit earned through their military service. The TN Dept. of Veterans...1801falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-forestry--50918752https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50918752Mon, 15 Aug 2022 13:32:57 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)The Tennessee Department of Agriculture Division of Forestry has been protecting, conserving, and enhancing the state’s forest resources for over 100 years. It provides professional, timely, up-to-date, technical and financial assistance to family...1801forestry,treesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tn-matters-organ-donation--50850187https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50850187Wed, 10 Aug 2022 10:43:33 +0000640 WGST (WGST-AM)1613falsefull