Nashville Public Radio

Nashville Public Radio doesn't just report the news, it contextualizes it. The local coverage is sharp, especially during budget seasons and school board meetings. National programming from NPR gives a solid backbone, but the local talk shows have a distinct Tennessee flavor. Not folksy, but informed. The morning news block moves quickly; no wasted words. If you're tired of cable news shouting, this is a palate cleanser. The pledge drives can be a drag, but the journalism is worth it. Listen to Nashville Public Radio online for a model of what public radio should be. It's a news radio United S…