Best WYXR Podcasts (2024)

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S5E35: WYXR on its 4th anniversary and the next Raised By Sound Fest 28:12

7d ago28:12

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WYXR’s Jared Boyd and Liv Cohen join Eric Barnes on The Sidebar to talk about the station’s four years since launch and the upcoming Raised By Sound Fest in December.

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Music in Politics with Elise Blatchford 55:52

1d ago55:52

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Today we are joined by professor at the University of Memphis Scheidt School of Music, flute player and member of the wind quintet called The City of Tomorrow and leads a band called The Overly Sensitive Orchestra. Elise brings a great group of compositions from Crumb’s Black Angels (which was a Vietnam War protest), some Anthracite Fields by Julia…

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S5E36: Batman tattoos, street art and a new lounge from David Yancy 27:25

2h ago27:25

27:25

The artist David Yancy joins Eric Barnes to talk about plans for his new lounge on Broad Ave., how graffiti became street art and the value of a Batman tattoo.

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S1E185 - Deborah Clubb, Hendrell Remus, and Cynthia Bailey 59:33

8d ago59:33

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Episode Notes This week's guests include Deborah Clubb, Executive director, Memphis Area Women's Council. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. She joins me to talk about the latest trends in this troubling epidemic and what resources are available. Next, the upcoming election is probably the most important in our lifetime. Not only nationa…

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Marcus Cox with Welcome to Memphis 1:03:40

7d ago1:03:40

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“You can have a long-term, sustainable career in the hospitality industry that supports you in every way that you need to be supported.” On this episode of Just Bluffin, we talk to Marcus Cox, Executive Director of Welcome to Memphis. He discusses the organization's mission to support and recognize hospitality workers in Memphis and Shelby County. …

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S1E184 - Melvin Burgess, Yolanda Cooper-Sutton ; Ann Perry Wallace and Santyria Johnson 58:50

15d ago58:50

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Episode Notes My guests include Shelby County Assessor of Property Melvin Burgess. He says that if you own property in Shelby County, your taxes could be going up substantially because of rising property values. His office will host public meetings, but he will join me to explain what to expect. We are all aware that there is a major election soon,…

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S5E34: Lora Chilton on writing, violence and her history with the Patawomeck Indian Tribe 28:28

12d ago28:28

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Chilton joined Eric Barnes on this week’s episode of The Sidebar to talk about the book, her family’s history, her writing process and the difficult necessity of telling the full story of the incredible violence committed against the Patawomeck.

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S1E183 - Pledge Drive Special! 45:43

24d ago45:43

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Danny Song & Jonathan Torres with Give Services & Frase Protection 56:36

22d ago56:36

56:36

“Looking at the city of Memphis, I started to fall more and more in love with every single corner that was sometimes under- resourced or outright neglected.” On this week's episode of "Just Bluffin", we chat with Jonathan Torres and Danny Song. They share their insights on how successful business operations are driven by effective leadership, cultu…

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S1E182 - Michael Working, Hosea Houston, and Earle Schwarz 56:57

23d ago56:57

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Episode Notes My guests include Criminal Defense Attorney Michael Working. As we watched the conclusion to the Tyre Nichols Federal criminal case, many of us were left a bit confused as to why the three former officers involved were found guilty and convicted of a single charge, witness tampering. Working explains why people might be disappointed a…

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Surprise! It's Sound Bites: How restaurants price your favorite meals 28:47

1M ago28:47

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This week, were flipping the script and sending you an episode of Sound Bites. In this flashback episode from August, Ben Smith, owner of Tsunami in Cooper-Young, said he is worried about the fate of small, independent restaurants. Smith said that one of the biggest issues has been inflation and ingredient costs fluctuating more rapidly than they e…

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S1E181 - Floyd Bonner, Brandon and Bryan Mathis, and Dr. Samuel Riney 58:47

1M ago58:47

58:47

Episode Notes My guests include; Shelby County Sheriff Floyd Bonner. His administration is going through a few challenges recently such as much needed repairs to the jail. Initial estimates for emergency repairs are at about $17 million. I also ask about the recent school safety threats and the arrest of a 15 year old in connection to them. Next, I…

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S5E33: Musician Greg Cartwright on Reigning Sound, the Black Keys and music 28:41

2M ago28:41

28:41

Cartwright joined Eric Barnes on this week’s episode of The Sidebar to talk about his life as a musician and even his house, which was once owned by some of the musicians who played with Johnny Cash.

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Adrian Smith with LITE Memphis 26:22

1M ago26:22

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“We believe that entrepreneurship education is not something that should be exclusive to those that want to start a business." In this episode, we chat with Adrian Smith from LITE Memphis, an entrepreneurial nonprofit for Memphis teens. He discusses the organization's youth entrepreneurship program and how much it has grown in the last decade. We a…

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S1E180 - Yolanda Cooper-Sutton, Paula Mays, and Robdarius Brown 58:23

1M ago58:23

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Episode Notes My guests include Memphis City Councilwoman Yolanda Cooper-Sutton. She is quickly distinguishing herself as someone who is very committed to the citizens she serves. I ask her about a couple of recent issues; filing a lawsuit against the Shelby County Election Commission denying the citizens a chance to vote on a gun control referendu…

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S5E32: How Josh Campbell helps people tell their stories 27:54

2M ago27:54

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Campbell joined Eric Barnes on this week’s episode of “The Sidebar” to talk about the organization’s events, its origin at Crosstown, some of their upcoming events, and how it moves from venue to venue around Memphis.

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S5E31: Facing History and Ourselves explores social justice 29:11

2M ago29:11

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Daniel Kiel, who is co-chair of an upcoming Facing History event, joins Eric Barnes on this week’s episode of “The Sidebar” to talk about how the organization approaches race and social justice.

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S1E179 - JB Smiley, Vinessa Brown, and Ariell Gipson Martin 57:42

2M ago57:42

57:42

Episode Notes My guests include City Council Chairman JB Smiley. There has been a lot of conversation of late regarding the state house leadership threatening our city by withholding tax revenues if we put a gun control initiative up for a vote. The Council has now filed a lawsuit against the local Election Commission and he tells me why it was nec…

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Jared Barnett with Slingshot Memphis 44:54

2M ago44:54

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“A lot of people who grow up in an disadvantaged environment don’t grow up thinking they can be whatever they want to be because they aren’t exposed to specific opportunities.” This week’s episode of Just Bluffin features Jared Barnett from Slingshot Memphis, a local nonprofit. Slingshot Memphis’s mission is to ignite a movement that revolutionizes…

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S5E30:Craig Brewer on his Muhammad Ali series - and the challenges of being a creative 29:50

2M ago29:50

29:50

Interview with filmmaker Craig Brewer on his career challenges and new series "Fight Night," on this week's episode of The Daily Memphian's "The Sidebar."

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Sounds Of Brazil with Iris Collective 57:42

2M ago57:42

57:42

Today we spoke with Gabriela Fogo and Roberta Dos Santos - two Iris Collective Fellows from Brazil. Here the sounds from all over the country from Brazilian Classical music to bossa nova and beyond! Come listen to the Sounds of Brazil with us!By Sonosphere Podcast

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S1E178 - Paul Martin, Christian Miller, and Ladia Yates 58:03

2M ago58:03

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Episode Notes We talk about a variety of subjects; Paul Martin, VP of Health & Wellness for Trezevant will talk about the importance of both health and wellness and especially the physical, social and emotional well-being of our seniors. Next, so many are coping with family members who have either Dementia or Alzheimer’s. These diseases can cause s…

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Iceberg New Music Ensemble 1:00:01

3M ago1:00:01

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Iceberg New Music Ensemble is back! Visiting Memphis and working with the Memphis Youth Symphony Orchestra! Check out the conversation we had with Iceberg members as well as members of Memphis' own Blueshift Ensemble. Don't miss the show at the Beethoven Club this Friday 8/23 at 7:30!By Sonosphere Podcast

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Cole Early with the Overton Park Shell 44:33

2M ago44:33

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“There is hope through art.” On this episode of Just Bluffin, Cole Early with Overton Park Shell Discusses the importance of music and how it has brought people together in times of strife and turmoil. He tells us about the brand new museum at The Shell and what his job is like as the archive manager. Lastly, we learn about the time that Cole was o…

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S1E177 - Bacarra Mauldin, Natalie McKinney, and Amy Schaftlein 57:57

2M ago57:57

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Episode Notes My guests include Bacarra Mauldin, Interim CEO of MATA Transit. As many of you know, the organization is facing some steep financial challenges and difficulties to the tune of a $60 million dollar debt. She talks to me about some of the drastic changes they are looking at to right the ship. Natalie McKinney is a newly elected MSCS boa…

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S5E29: How Creative Aging engages seniors across Memphis 30:45

3M ago30:45

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Creative Aging’s executive director, Mia Henley, joined Eric Barnes on this week’s episode of The Sidebar to talk about the organization’s work across Memphis.

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S5E28: What's in store at the Mighty Roots Music Festival 30:22

3M ago30:22

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The festival’s organizer, Howard Stovall, joined Eric Barnes to talk about the 4th Mighty Roots Music Festival, which takes place September 13-14 in Stovall, Mississippi, not far from Clarksdale. Bands include Flipturn, Happy Landing, Easy Honey and many more.

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S1E176 - Tamarques Porter, Daryl Lewis, and Dr. LaTonya Washington 58:40

3M ago58:40

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Episode Notes My guests include newly elected MSCS Board member Tamarques Porter. He is one of four new members responsible for helping guide our superintendent to best help our students to succeed. He tells me why he decided to run and what his priorities will be moving forward. If many of you are familiar with the STEM program you know that scien…

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Sonic Sisters: Suroor & Window 58:08

3M ago58:08

58:08

Coming to you live from WYXR Studios Amy and Jenny welcomed electronic music artists Suroor and W1ndow. We talk about women in Memphis music, their new albums and the hard to pin down sound of the new electronic and experimental music movement in Memphis.By Sonosphere Podcast

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Kevin Dean with TN Nonprofit Network 35:42

3M ago35:42

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“There was something magical about working in a nonprofit that helps other nonprofits.” On this week’s episode of Just Bluffin, we talk with Kevin Dean AKA Mr. Nonprofit of the Tennessee Nonprofit Network. We learn about his impressive background in leadership and nonprofit work. He also gives us the inside scoop on the rebrand and rebuilding of TN…

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S1E175 - Natalie McKinney, Meghan Paige, and DeAndre Brown 59:00

3M ago59:00

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Episode Notes My guests include Natalie McKinney, newly elected MSCS board member for District 2. She defeated incumbent and board chair Althea Greene. Now that she is in the seat, she tells me why she choose to run, what she sees as the major issues of concern and how she’s plans to help address them. Now that we are upon the beginning of another …

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S5E27: Willy Bearden on his memoir 'Mississippi Hippie: A life in 49 pieces' 28:10

3M ago28:10

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“It’s Mississippi Delta pool hall existentialism,” Willy Bearden says of his new book, adding with a laugh, “I just made that up.”

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S1E174 - Raumesh Akbari, Brandy Flynn, and Alicia Denton 58:37

3M ago58:37

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Episode Notes Guests include TN. State Senator Raumesh Akbari. As a delegate to the Democratic Party, and who some consider a rising star, what is her take on the change at the top of the ticket and can Kamala Harris make history twice. Also, what she thinks about the state Republican Party plan to take over Shelby County. Next, mental health issue…

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S5E26: Jennifer Chandler on the state of restaurants in Memphis 28:57

4M ago28:57

28:57

Tim Barker and food and dining reporter Jennifer Chandler join Eric Barnes to talk about many complicated issues facing restaurants as they close and others open.

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Roshun Austin with The Works, Inc. 36:24

3M ago36:24

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”When people from all walks of life and all income levels can rally around Memphis, those are my favorite moments in the city because we can all believe in one thing.” During this episode of Just Bluffin’ Cecilia and Shannon talk with Roshun Austin from The Works, a nonprofit that helps Memphians with affordable housing. We get to learn more about …

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S1E173 - Steve Mulroy, Karen Camper, and Yolanda Fant 57:33

3M ago57:33

57:33

Episode Notes Guests include Shelby County District Attorney Steve Mulroy. He joins me live in studio to talk about his ouster attempt from Sen. Brent Taylor and House Speaker Cameron Sexton. Also, his latestattempt at bail reform. State Rep. Karen Camper represents many areas including the Whitehaven community. It was scheduled for the second part…

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S5E25: The impact of photography at the Brooks 28:38

4M ago28:38

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C. Rose Smith joined Eric Barnes on this week’s episode of The Sidebar to talk about the power of photography going back to the 1800s, the intersection of photography and music, and Smith’s own successful career as a photographer, including a recent exhibit of her work in London.

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S1E172 - Christopher B. Davis, Melanie Keller, and Nicole Grida 56:11

4M ago56:11

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Episode Notes The new President of LeMoyne Owen College Christopher B. Davis. He joins me to talk about his journey, what makes the school so special and how he plans to lead it moving forward. Next, Dementia is an illness that affects thousands of people every year but the care is both expensive and exhausting. Meritan, Inc, a Memphis health care …

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S5E24: How a Bigfoot movie became a "paranormal gateway drug" 28:56

4M ago28:56

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Toby Sells joins Eric Barnes on this week’s episode of The Sidebar to about his lifelong fascination with - and love of - the paranormal, which he writes about in his first book, Haint Blues: Strange tales from the American South.

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Stacey Saed with Annestasis 35:55

4M ago35:55

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“A home is a part of a family.” On this episode of Just Bluffin, we chat with Annestatis owner Stacey Saed about compassion-forward relocation. Deep emotions and feelings come with packing, moving and leaving a home, and Stacey tells us about her kind and humanitarian approach to this process. We also learn about a sweet memory she made with her da…

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S1E171 - Linda Phillips, Shawn Jones, Mike Williams 59:13

4M ago59:13

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Episode Notes Guests include Shelby County Election Commissioner Linda Phillips. With a big election just around the corner, it's time we got an update on what you can expect to see. New machines are also on the ballot and she explains everything you need to know to be an informed voter. Next, the recent revelation that MPD Asst. Chief Shawn Jones …

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S5E23: How The Overton Park Shell reaches an expanding audience 28:11

4M ago28:11

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Natalie Wilson, the executive director of The Overton Park Shell, talks about The Shell’s upcoming season, their Backstage Experience and the upcoming 70th anniversary of Elvis appearing on state at The Shell.

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S1E170 - Dr. Michelle Taylor, Anthony Buckner, and Kevin Woods 58:56

4M ago58:56

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Episode Notes My guests include Dr. Michelle Taylor, Director, Shelby County Health department. She joins me to discuss a few top of mind issues like the high incidence of HIV in our community and that gun violence is now a public health emergency. The Shelby County Sheriff's Office has its own set of challenges, one in particular, having enough of…

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S5E22: The next chapter for Volunteer Odyssey 27:18

4M ago27:18

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Caroline Norris joined Eric Barnes on this week’s episode of The Sidebar to talk about Volunteer Odyssey’s mission, how it works to feed volunteers into 70 nonprofits in Memphis, and much more.

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Jani Rad with Regional One Health 34:15

4M ago34:15

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“I didn’t like the idea of how your zip code could affect your health.” This week’s show features Jani Rad of Regional One Health Solutions LLC. Jani is a super star in the healthcare world, but she is also an entrepreneur, podcast host, speaker with her own Ted Talk, mental health advocate, and so much more. During this episode, we learn about her…

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S1E169 - Chandell Ryan, Van Turner, and Dr. Nick Watkins 59:05

4M ago59:05

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Episode Notes On the next and all new Real Talk Memphis my guests include; Chandell Ryan, President/CEO of the Downtown Memphis Commission. She makes her first visit to the show to talk about her new position and how if anything she did as the former COO for the City of Memphis helped her. Also, now that we are in the midst of a busy tourist season…

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S1E168 - Sarah Houston, Bennie Cobb, and Geoff Calkins 58:47

5M ago58:47

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Episode Notes My guests include Sarah Houston, aka the ‘water warrior’. With all the excitement and fuss about the new xAI supercomputer project, many people wonder what it all means and how it will affect certain things like our water. Sarah joins me to share the pros or cons. Next, gun violence can lead to tragic consequences. Bennie Cobb is a fo…

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With Special Guest Robert Traxler 1:00:01

5M ago1:00:01

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From the WYXR studio Sonosphere welcomes experimental sound artist and founder of Memphis Concrete, Robert Traxler. We play some tunes and talk about a few local and regional artists who recently played in Memphis. Join us!By Sonosphere Podcast

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S5E21: How music and art can heal the brain 28:47

5M ago28:47

28:47

Zak joined Eric Barnes on this week’s episode of The Sidebar along with Dr. Lynn Dobrunz, Professor and Chair of the Department of Anatomy & Neurobiology at the UTHSC, where the Ozmo Institute is based.

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Brent Nair with Project Teamwork 32:16

5M ago32:16

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“If people are our greatest assets, we have to approach it from a relational perspective.” On this week’s show,Brent Nair of Project Teamwork talks about his people-first coaching company based in Memphis that helps organizations work better together. He gives us a deep dive into the working genius and how he uses it to help teams. We also talk abo…

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