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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.

Introducing NICK JONAS: The REAL Story Behind a Lifetime of Fame, His Inner Critic, and How Fatherhood Changed Everything from On Purpose with Jay Shetty. Follow the show: On Purpose with Jay Shetty What happens when success arrives before you truly know who you are. How do you learn to quiet the inner critic while becoming a better partner, parent, and person in the process? Today, Jay sits down with Nick Jonas for an intimate conversation about identity, purpose, and the inner work that comes with growing up in the spotlight. Nick opens up about what it was really like starting his career so young, dealing with rejection early on and growing up with the pressure of being labeled “the shy, creative one.” As the conversation unfolds, Nick shares how fatherhood, marriage, and health challenges have profoundly redefined his priorities. He reflects on the vulnerability of becoming a parent, the anxiety that comes with loving someone so deeply, and the grounding practices, movement, routine, and therapy that help him stay present. Through stories of his daughter’s early days, his evolving relationship with faith, and the inspiration behind his new music, Nick reveals how creativity became both a refuge and a mirror, allowing him to heal, grow, and speak more honestly than ever before. Jay and Nick discuss what it truly means to be a good partner, a present parent, and a kinder version of yourself, especially when life feels overwhelming. In this interview, you'll learn: How to Turn Life’s Hardest Seasons Into Creative Fuel How to Stay Grounded When You’ve Lived Life in the Spotlight How to Be a Present Partner Instead of a Defensive One How to Navigate Anxiety Without Letting It Define You How to Reconnect With the Fearless Version of Yourself How to Build Emotional Resilience Through Routine and Movement How to Show Up as a Better Parent by Healing Yourself First Wherever you are in your journey, know that it’s okay to slow down, ask better questions, and choose compassion over criticism. You’re allowed to evolve, outgrow old labels, and rewrite the way you speak to yourself.  Nick Jonas’ new album, Sunday Best, out February 6th: https://nickjonas.lnk.to/SundayBest With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here.  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 03:13 Who Is Nick Jonas Today? 05:02 Stepping Onto Broadway at Eight Years Old 07:00 What was It Really Like Growing Up in the Disney Spotlight? 08:40 Facing Financial Uncertainty as a Kid 11:08 Turning Deep Struggle Into Music 14:53 Finding Your Identity Beyond Labels 16:42 The Ongoing Journey of Self-Discovery 19:20 Why Early Exposure Became the Best Training Ground 22:16 Everyone Makes Mistakes 25:34 Recognizing and Quieting Your Inner Critic 31:53 Understanding the Unconditional Love of a Father 36:05 Staying Emotionally Strong for Your Family 40:18 The Moment He Fell for Priyanka Chopra 42:33 The Blending of Two Cultures  45:45 What His Wife Really Thinks 51:45 What Does it Mean to be a Good Husband? 54:50 Seeing the World Through a Child’s Eyes 58:06 The Fears That Come With Fatherhood 01:01:34 How Movement Helps Clear the Mind 01:03:53 Navigating Stressful Moments With Grace 01:08:04 Nick on Final Five Episode Resources: Nick Jonas | https://nickjonas.com/  Nick Jonas | https://www.instagram.com/nickjonas  Nick Jonas | https://www.tiktok.com/@nickjonas  Nick Jonas | https://www.youtube.com/user/NickJonasVEVO  Nick Jonas | https://x.com/nickjonas  Nick Jonas | https://www.facebook.com/nickjonas  Nick Jonas | https://nickjonas.tumblr.com/  Nick Jonas | https://www.snapchat.com/@jicknonas See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to [email protected].

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.

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.

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.

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.

As a freezing and frustrating week for Nashville draws to a close, we’re giving you the latest updates on today’s Friday News Roundup. Host Marie Cecile Anderson, City Cast contributor Nicole Williams and executive producer Whitney Pastorek are debunking the rumors and analyzing our city’s response to the disaster thus far. Plus: Hot Chicken Week got extended, y’all, don’t worry! 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.

Did NES turn away help from union line workers? We’ve got more on those rumors and the latest about our ongoing disaster, plus: Nashville, what are you excited to eat this year, assuming we ever thaw out? Host Marie Cecile Anderson is joined by Wes Scoggins, aka @JewishCowboyNashville on Instagram. As the new executive chef of Moto Moda, Wes breaks down the hottest food trends, local favorites, and the new spots we’re most excited to try in 2026. Report power outages to NES by texting OUT to 637797. Please reserve 911 for emergencies, including downed power lines. For everything else, 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 @citycastnashvilleYou can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

As we enter day 4 of sweeping power outages across the city, more resources are coming on line for folks who need them. But is it enough? We’ve got the latest on our winter storm disaster, plus: After spending days trapped — and in many cases, freezing — in our homes, we’re gonna be looking for ways to connect once the ice melts. Sarah Beth Schulte from The Tip Jar Nash joins host Marie Cecile Anderson to give us her advice on how to find your people here in Music City, from meetups for introverts to the best dating events.  Report power outages to NES by texting OUT to 637797. Please reserve 911 for emergencies, including downed power lines. For everything else, 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.

Metro has announced a hotline for those who need rides to the warming shelters set up across the city — to request transportation, call 615-401-1712. We’ve got the latest on our winter storm disaster, plus: Are the robots writing our music? Producer Daniel Sumstine is joined by Brittney McKenna, who recently published a deep dive in the Nashville Banner on how songwriters are grappling with AI and what it means for creativity, jobs, and the future of Music City. From tools that promise faster workflows to virtual artists landing on the charts, the question isn’t if AI will change Nashville — it’s how much, and who it helps or hurts. Report power outages to NES by texting OUT to 637797. Please reserve 911 for emergencies, including downed power lines. For everything else, 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/nashvilleWant 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.

Mayor Freddie O’Connell has declared ⁠a state of emergency⁠ for Davidson County after Winter Storm Fern left us coated in at least a half inch of ice. We’ve got the latest on that, plus: The ⁠America 250⁠ program faced a ton of challenges ahead of our nation’s sesquicentennial, but here in Tennessee, plans are in motion for a grand celebration. What will the birthday party look like here in Nashville — and will it tell the truth? Host Marie Cecile Anderson sits down with John Dichtl, president of the ⁠American Association for State and Local History⁠, and Ashley Howell, executive director of the ⁠Tennessee State Museum⁠, to find out more. Visit ⁠TN250.com⁠ to learn about grants and events taking place across our state. Report power outages to NES by texting OUT to 637797. [NESPower.com] Please reserve 911 for emergencies, including downed power lines. For everything else, call 311 or visit ⁠hubNashville⁠. [hub.nashville.gov] 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. [Nashville.gov] Today’s temperatures are ⁠not expected to rise above the teens⁠, with wind chills as low as -10 degrees through noon tomorrow. [NashSevereWX] 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.

Up to 8 inches of snow and ice is in the forecast for Nashville this weekend, and we’ve got ways to help your neighbors as this snowpocalypse descends on today’s Friday News Roundup. Host Marie Cecile Anderson, producer Daniel Sumstine, and executive producer Whitney Pastorek are also breaking down the news from Tuesday’s Metro Council, staffing shortages in our 911 call center, how the Tennessee Progressive Caucus is responding to anti-immigrant bills from the Republican-controlled legislature, and a whole bunch of good food news for our city. Donate to Open Table Nashville’s Amazon wishlist here. 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/nashvilleWant 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.

Nashville is officially a Michelin city, but now what? Nashville Scene food writer Chris Chamberlain is here to break down his recent article on what Michelin’s arrival actually means for locals, chefs, tourists, and yes, influencers. Plus, he recently wrote about the closing of Pastaria and the fact that we’re just a few weeks into 2026, and already saying goodbye to some beloved Nashville restaurants. 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/nashvilleWant 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.

On New Year’s Eve, RiverGate Mall took one of its final breaths before becoming a mixed-use development. Meanwhile, Green Hills Mall is adding luxury stores, and Opry Mills is adding an “action park.” But will our surviving malls ever live up to our teenage nostalgia? We’re revisiting a conversation with comedian Miriam Kirk, host Marie Cecile Anderson, and newsletter editor Margaret Kingsbury to celebrate Nashville malls, past, present, and future. ** This episode originally aired March 26, 2025. 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/nashvilleWant 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.

It’s been 6 months since The Boring Company announced their plans to build the Music City Loop, an increasingly broad network of manned-Tesla transportation tunnels under our city. As the company prepares to start primary construction, we’re checking in with our Ghost of Tesla Tunnel Future, City Cast Las Vegas contributor Dayvid Figler, to catch up on how it’s going in his city, and get a glimpse into Nashville’s possible future. 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/nashvilleWant 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.