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Kacky Walton spoke with pianist Jim Cornfoot and baritone Patrick Jones about their concert, "Murder She Wrote: Ballads of Love and Death," on Sunday, June 8, at St. Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral. -
s_l - stock.adobe.com/204577674Every good doctor knows that in most situations a patient's history is the most important part of making a diagnosis, and that begins with presence.
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This exhibit will be available for viewing Sunday, June 1, through Thursday, June 26, at WKNO Digital Media Center.
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Christopher Polk/Penske Media via Getty Images/Penske MediaThe biggest news this week belongs to singer-songwriter Alex Warren, whose blockbuster track "Ordinary" ascends to No. 1 on the Hot 100 singles chart for the first time. -
Adrianna Newell for NPRThe Met's spring exhibition presents a cultural and historical examination of Black style over 300 years through the concept of dandyism.
National
Politics
Tuesdays
6:48 a.m. | 5:48 p.m.
Randy Hutchinson, President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau of the Mid-South, shares practical tips to help you avoid scams and make smarter financial decisions.
6:48 a.m. | 5:48 p.m.
Randy Hutchinson, President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau of the Mid-South, shares practical tips to help you avoid scams and make smarter financial decisions.
Fridays
Morning: 6:45 | 7:45 | 8:45
Evening: 4:44 | 6:44
WKNO News Director Christopher Blank and political analyst Otis Sanford break down the week’s top political stories.
Morning: 6:45 | 7:45 | 8:45
Evening: 4:44 | 6:44
WKNO News Director Christopher Blank and political analyst Otis Sanford break down the week’s top political stories.
Wednesdays
Morning: 6:49 | 7:49 | 8:49
Evening: 4:48 | 5:48 | 6:48
Dr. Scott Morris of Church Health offers practical wellness tips and guidance to help you live a healthier, more fulfilling life.
Morning: 6:49 | 7:49 | 8:49
Evening: 4:48 | 5:48 | 6:48
Dr. Scott Morris of Church Health offers practical wellness tips and guidance to help you live a healthier, more fulfilling life.
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President Trump is asking lawmakers to claw back the $1.1 billion in federal subsidies for public broadcasting that Congress approved earlier this year. His request also includes cuts to foreign aid. -
Kacky Walton spoke with Jared Johnson, director of Theatre Memphis’ upcoming production of "Ain’t Misbehavin’: The Fats Waller Musical Show," which runs on the Lohrey Stage from Friday, June 6, through Sunday, June 29. -
People are spending more at Dollar General. In part, that's thanks to shoppers trading down from more expensive stores. -
Federal health officials have changed the game for COVID vaccine access. Pregnant moms and others who rely on them to protect a high-risk family member are scared. -
The tactic may seem counterintuitive, but it can help you make tough decisions faster and with more confidence, says decision coach Nell Wulfhart. -
In the summer, one of my favorite ways to enjoy eggs are as an Egg and Olive Salad Sandwich!
Local Arts Events
Weekdays
9:01 a.m. | 3:50 p.m.
Darel Snodgrass and Kacky Walton spotlight the Mid-South arts scene through engaging interviews with local artists, performers, and event organizers.
9:01 a.m. | 3:50 p.m.
Darel Snodgrass and Kacky Walton spotlight the Mid-South arts scene through engaging interviews with local artists, performers, and event organizers.
Thursdays
Morning: 6:49 | 7:49 | 8:49
Evening: 4:48 | 6:48
Plan your weekly arts agenda with ARTSmemphis’ curated calendar of local events.
Morning: 6:49 | 7:49 | 8:49
Evening: 4:48 | 6:48
Plan your weekly arts agenda with ARTSmemphis’ curated calendar of local events.
Morning Edition is your perfect morning companion: gentle, but straightforward, news and information, with local weather and traffic reports.
- La Scala opera house names South Korean conductor as first-ever Asian director
- WorldPride is in D.C. this year — which may be why attendance and sponsorship are down
- With steel tariffs doubling today, a North Carolina manufacturer wonders how to compete
- Counterterrorism expert discusses antisemitic attacks, radicalization in the U.S.
Fridays
6:45 a.m. & 5:45 p.m.
(Roundtable radio version)
Top local news with host Eric Barnes, featuring special guests. Airs on WKNO/Channel 10, Fridays at 7 p.m. and Sundays at 8:30 a.m.
Tuesdays
7:49 a.m. | 8:49 a.m.
4:48 p.m. | 6:48 p.m.
Jennifer Chandler shares recipes, menu ideas, and food tips each week!
Each show consists of the biggest stories of the day, thoughtful commentaries, insightful features on the quirky and the mainstream in arts and life, music and entertainment, all brought alive through sound.
Thursdays
6:31 a.m.
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Community Foundation of Greater Memphis' Julia McDonald shares how to give smarter and do good for your community.
6:31 a.m.
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Community Foundation of Greater Memphis' Julia McDonald shares how to give smarter and do good for your community.
The news you need to know today — and the stories that will stick with you tomorrow. Plus, special series and behind-the-scenes extras from Here & Now hosts Robin Young, Scott Tong and Deepa Fernandes with help from Producer Chris Bentley and the team at NPR and WBUR.
