April 30, 2026: Playing the name game

About this episode

The episode discusses the significance of names given to streets and buildings in Nashville, along with local news updates and a podcast preview.

From Diane Nash Plaza and Ronald Reagan Way to the fight over MTSU Forrest Hall, there’s a lot riding on the names we give streets and buildings. Plus the local news for April 30, 2026, and a preview of the latest Music Citizens podcast. Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public Radio Host/producer: Nina Cardona Editor: LaTonya Turner Additional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Megan Jones and the staff of WPLN and WNXP

People in this episode

Host: Nina Cardona

Topics covered

• street names
• building names
• local news
• community identity
• Music Citizens podcast

Keywords

• Diane Nash Plaza
• Ronald Reagan Way
• MTSU Forrest Hall
• local news
• Music Citizens podcast

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Nashville Public Radio

Places: Diane Nash Plaza, Ronald Reagan Way, MTSU Forrest Hall

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