Who was Fisk University’s namesake?

On today’s episode, Blake Farmer digs into Fisk University’s beginnings. Plus, the local news for August 22, 2025, and a look at the controversy surrounding East Bank Boulevard.

Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public Radio Host/producer: Blake Farmer Editor: Miriam Kramer Additional support: Mack Linebaugh, Nina Cardona, Tony Gonzalez, LaTonya Turner and the staff of WPLN and WNXP

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