News Talk 94.1 Local Matters

Local Matters

Education, Sports, Faith & Everything In Between

Originating from News Talk 94.1 the show deals with community issues and interests that affect listeners closer to home. With topics from major events across the nation and how they impact our area to interesting people and figures from across the Upper Cumberland. Local Matters is where local, matters.

Covering the issues that matter to you. Every weekday.
Daily English United States Society & Culture · Education
1,524 Episodes
1200 – 1220

Matt Swallows & Cumberland Center For Healthcare Innovation

On today's Local Matters…Matt Swallows sits down with Dr. Brent Staton, a family medicine physician in Cookeville, and runs the Cumberland Center For Healthcare Innovation. They discuss the challenges of rural healthcare, and what ACOs are. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
26 Jun 2019 4PM 25 min

Bob Bell & TTU's Grand Challenge

On today's Local Matters…Bob Bell talks with Dr. Tom Payne, Dean of the College of Business at Tennessee Tech University. They discuss the college’s new Grand Challenge initiative to advance health and education in rural communities. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
25 Jun 2019 4PM 25 min

Judy Duke & Faith And Writing

On today's Local Matters…Judy Duke meets with local author and speaker, Pamela Rader. They discuss how she got into writing despite not having a background in journalism, and how her faith impacts and influences her writing. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
24 Jun 2019 4PM 25 min

Dwight Henry & Unpacking Truth Pt 6

On today's Local Matters…Pastor Ron Allen and Dwight Henry discuss spiritual matters and how they impact daily life. This week they continue to look at unpacking the truth by reviewing different scriptures and verses, and discussing what they mean. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
21 Jun 2019 4PM 25 min

Bob Bell & Automation And Robotics Training Center

On today's Local Matters…Bob Bell meets with Larry Flatt, Executive Director of the Automation And Robotics Training Center at Motlow State Community College. They discuss the various programs offered at MSCC, and how to sign up for them. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
18 Jun 2019 4PM 25 min

Judy Duke & Life Care Center Of Sparta

On today's Local Matters…Judy Duke talks with Marcia Reel, Director Of The Assisted Living Facility And Limited Memory Unit of Life Care Center Of Sparta. They discuss healthcare, aging, and caring for those with dementia. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
17 Jun 2019 4PM 25 min

Dwight Henry & Unpacking Truth Pt 5

On today's Local Matters…Pastor Ron Allen and Dwight Henry discuss spiritual matters and how they impact daily life. This week they continue to look at unpacking the truth by reviewing different scriptures and verses, and discussing what they mean. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
14 Jun 2019 4PM 25 min

Lynda LaCoax & White Tiger Wholistic Acupuncture

On today's Local Matters…Lynda LaCoax sits down with Sonee Newman, licensed acupuncturist with White Tiger Wholistic Acupuncture. She shares her tale of how she got into the study of acupuncture, and the benefits of the practice. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
13 Jun 2019 4PM 25 min

Bob Bell & CRMC Education Programs

On today's Local Matters…Bob Bell meets with Bethany Pack, Director of Education Programs at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. They discuss the role that the Education Department plays, and how they train new hires. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
11 Jun 2019 4PM 25 min

Judy Duke & Healthcare And Balance

On today's Local Matters…Judy Duke talks with Caroline Hutchinson, a local physical therapy assistant. They discuss general healthcare, as well as the importance of maintaining proper balance as you age. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
10 Jun 2019 4PM 25 min

Dwight Henry & Unpacking Truth Pt 4

On today's Local Matters…Pastor Ron Allen and Dwight Henry discuss spiritual matters and how they impact daily life. This week they continue to look at unpacking the truth by reviewing different scriptures and verses, and discussing what they mean. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
7 Jun 2019 4PM 25 min

Lynda LaCoax & Love Life Chiropractic

On today's Local Matters…Lynda LaCoax meets with Dr. Jamie Galperin, owner of Love Life Chiropractic in Cookeville. They discuss how she got started in the field of chiropractic medicine, as well as the benefits of the practice. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
6 Jun 2019 4PM 24 min

Matt Swallows & 13th Judicial District Attorney General

On today's Local Matters…Host Matt Swallows continues his series highlighting different judges from around the area - who they are, what they do, and why. 13th Judicial District Attorney General Bryant Dunaway joins Matt this week. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
5 Jun 2019 4PM 25 min

Bob Bell & Caney Fork Regional Library Center

On today's Local Matters…Bob Bell talks with Matt Kirby, Director of the Caney Fork Regional Library Center in Sparta. They discuss the importance of reading as a whole, as well as various summer reading programs offered by libraries and schools. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office…
4 Jun 2019 4PM 25 min

Judy Duke & Playing The Harp

On today's Local Matters…Judy Duke meets with Cindy Dowell, a retired teacher and harpist. They discuss her musical training, how she got started playing the harp, the intricacies of the instrument, and her time playing harp in a local orchestra. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office…
3 Jun 2019 4PM 25 min

Dwight Henry & Unpacking Truth Pt 3

On today's Local Matters…Pastor Ron Allen and Dwight Henry discuss spiritual matters and how they impact daily life. This week they continue to look at unpacking the truth by reviewing different scriptures and verses, and discussing what they mean. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
31 May 2019 4PM 25 min

Lynda LaCoax & Natural Symmetry Wellness

On today's Local Matters…Lynda LaCoax meets with Brandy Lynn, a licensed acupuncturist at Natural Symmetry Wellness in Cookeville. They discuss how Brandy got her start in acupuncture, as well as the medical benefits of the practice. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
30 May 2019 4PM 25 min

Matt Swallows & 13th Judicial District Public Defender

On today's Local Matters…Host Matt Swallows continues his series highlighting different judges from around the area - who they are, what they do, and why. 13th Judicial District Public Defender Craig Fickling joins Matt this week. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
29 May 2019 4PM 25 min

Bob Bell & Cookeville High Culinary Arts

On today's Local Matters…Bob Bell talks with Tiffany Zellner, Culinary Arts Instructor at Cookeville High School. They discuss the various classes that are a part of the Culinary Arts Program, and how they can benefit students throughout life. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
28 May 2019 4PM 25 min

Dwight Henry & Unpacking Truth Pt 2

On today's Local Matters…Pastor Ron Allen and Dwight Henry discuss spiritual matters and how they impact daily life. This week they continue to look at unpacking the truth by reviewing different scriptures and verses, and discussing what they mean. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart.
24 May 2019 4PM 25 min
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