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The movie "Oppenheimer" is tops at the Oscars with 13 Academy Award nominations. It tells the story of the Manhattan Project and the man who led that effort, J. Robert Oppenheimer. Oak Ridge Historian, Ray Smith, talks about the role Oak Ridge played in the Manhattan Project, and the project's legacy. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
I asked the simple question of "who is the most famous person you've spoken to," and your answers blew me away. The celevrities you told me you've met come from all walks of life! Here are your stories of a lifetime about the time you met Presidents, rock stars, actors, famous and infamous, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
His Weekly Top 40 is the longest running countdown in America but, as you'll hear when Rick Dees checked in with "Yarbrough," he's so much more than his radio career. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Matt Cameron from the TWRA explains the unique way researchers are keeping an eye on the elk population in Tennessee, the reason why skinks are on the move now, and a new law that impacts Wildlife Management Areas. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
When Dr. Bill Bass arrived at the University of Tennessee five decades ago, his work immediately began to change the world of forensic anthropology. Dr. Bass reflects on his career, the creation of The Body Farm, and the way in which many criminal investigations are conducted, due to his research. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The story of Scott West is as interesting as the districts he develops. You can trace the roots of today's version of the Old CIty and Market Square in Knoxville directly to Scott and his willingness to buy and develop condemned buildings in those areas. Now, he has his sights set on another section of Knoxville. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Whether it's a lottery ticket, a sports bet, or something else, more than a quarter of a million Tennesseans experience gambling disorder symptoms. Dr. James Whelan from The Gambling Clinic joined "Yarbrough" to discuss ways to identify, and address, a gambling problem. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Speedwell Joe, a longtime caller to "Yarbrough" and one of the listener's favoritea, checked in to update us on the reasons why he hasn't checked in for a while. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Longtime NewsTalk 98.7 producer, Eric Glasgow, made a return trip to the studio with "Yarbrough" to explain how he's navigated life, both physically and mentally, after suffering a severely broken leg and ankle last September. Eric had his left leg amputated below the knee about a year and a half before this most recent accident. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Years ago, a suggestion by Phillip Cameron's father changed his life forever and also helped to save the life of children on the other side of the world. He told his story on "Yarbrough." See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Heads up on this scam attempt that I received recently. A phone call, claims of missed jury duty, request for bond, even Knox County Sheriff Tom Spangler joined the call. Beware and remember, a government entity will NOT call you for an over the phone or digital paymer, ever! See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
An East Tennessee black bear found itself in an unusual predictment, it's coyote breeding season, and cold weather boating. Matt Cameron from the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency in his monthly visit with "Yabrough." See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Tennessee Valley Authority says bitterly cold temperatures led to a record setting demand for electricity. How close did TVA come to implemeting rolling blackouts similar to those in December, 2023? And what is the future of nuclear power withing TVA? TVA spokesman, Scott Brooks, answered those questions and more on "Yarbrough." See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Tennessee state legislature is set to reconvene on Tuesday, January 9th. State Senator, Becky Duncan Massey, joined "Yarbrough" and says the state's infrastructure, mental health facilities, medical marijuana, and more will be debated. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dog DNA is big business these days, from determining the breeds that make up your pup to identifying the dog whose owner didn't poop scoop. PooPrints has the first and largest commercial DNA Waste Management Program and, as Yarbrough learned, it's based in Knoxville. CEO John Retinger checked in with Yarbrough. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A bag of Christmas cards. That's what set the wheels in motion that led to a 12 year old East Tennessee cancer patient meeting his favorite country music star. Joey and Nancy from WIVK join "Yarbrough" with the story. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Matt Cameron from the TN Wildlife Resources Agency discusses the discovery of a deadly deer disease in middle Tennessee, what to do if you strike and kill a deer with your vehicle, and turkeys, of course. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Knoxville Jewish Alliance President, Bryan Goldberg, addresses the rise in antisemitism, Israel's reaction to the Hammas attacks, and what should happen to that terrorist organization. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Saving a bear cub, poaching in East TN, and an all white deer. Matt Cameron from the TN Wildlife Resources Agency joins "Yarbrough" with details on these indidents and more.. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Alan Williams and his wife were among a group of East Tennesseans visitng Israel when war broke out. In an instant, they were on their own, searching for a way to get out of the country and return home. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Eric Glasgow, producer at NewsTalk 98.7, joined "Yarbrough" with his version of "See, what happened wus," and an update on his condition. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chris Honeycutt is a Pyro Shows team leader and is in charge of the fireworks you see at the University of Tennessee football games. He joined "Yarbrough" to break down the method behind the pyro madness. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The brother of fallen Knox County Sheriffs Deputy, Tucker Blakely, joined "Yarbrough" to shine a light on his "little brother's" memory. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former WVLT-TV news anchor, Alan Williams, is among a group of people from First Baptist Church in Knoxville, and others from Cincinatti, who were in the Middle East when war broke out. Alan joined "Yarbrough" with a first hand look at the attacks. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Radio talk show host and best selling author, Mark Levin, talks with "Yarbrough" about America's role in the Middle East war. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tennessee Republican Representative, Chuck Fleischmann, explains his vote against a government shutdown and in support of House Speaker, Kevin McCarthy. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tennessee Congressman, Tim Burchett, is one of eight Republicans who voted to remove House Speaker, Kevin McCarthy. Rep. Burchett joined "Yarbrough" Wednesday to explain the reasons behind his "no confidence" vote. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Knox County Sheriff, Tom Spangler, joined "Yarbrough" with an emotional tribute to fallen deputy, Tucker Blakely. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Three Dog Night drummer, Michael McMeel, joins “Yarbrough” to preview his “Live at Mickey’s Place” show featuring Marlisa Kay Small. And as great as her voice is, her life story is even better. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The commissioner of the state department of health joins “Age Well Tennessee” to discuss the healthcare needs for retirees, who continue moving to the Volunteer State. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
