HOSTS: 
Monday ---------- Andy Herzer with First Shot
Tuesday --------- Wayne Blair / Rick Hall (Smyrna Focus)
Wednesday ---- Chip Walters Exit Realty & Blue Raider Network
Thursday ------- Dr. Bill Kraus
Friday ----------- John Blankenship

the roundtable podcasts

Interesting interviews from various people in Rutherford County on ranging subjects with rotating hosts each Monday through Friday. Hear the show on WGNS Radio 9-10AM or on demand wherever you listen to audio.

PODCASTS

Live Acoustic Guitar Music & Classic Hits: Bob Fitzgerald

Aug 06, 2026 at 10:27 am

Experience the warmth of live acoustic guitar music as veteran performer and educator Bob "Fitz" Fitzgerald takes the mic on the WGNS Roundtable with Dr. Bill Kraus. Bringin.... Read More

Stones River National Battlefield: Civil War History, Conservation, and Centennial Plans

Aug 05, 2026 at 10:27 am

Discover the rich history and ecological wonders hidden right in Murfreesboro at Stones River National Battlefield. In this episode, host Chip Walters sits down with Park Su.... Read More

Stewarts Creek Softball State Championship: Coach Jennifer Fernandez on Building a Winning Culture

Aug 04, 2026 at 11:31 am

How do you build a state championship-winning culture from the ground up? In this episode of The Roundtable, Stewarts Creek High School Head Softball Coach Jennifer Fernande.... Read More

Murfreesboro Real Estate Market Trends & Local Growth Strategies with John Jones

Aug 03, 2026 at 10:24 am

Navigating the Murfreesboro real estate landscape requires local expertise, especially when market shifts and economic changes impact property values. Longtime local real es.... Read More

Classic Country Music History & Live Covers: From Bobbie Gentry to Garth Brooks

Jul 31, 2026 at 10:21 am

Travel back in time with live acoustic acoustic renditions and deep dives into the rich tapestry of country music history. Experience the captivating stories and immortal me.... Read More

Murfreesboro City Schools Back-to-School 2026: Registration, AI & District Updates

Jul 30, 2026 at 10:26 am

Gear up for the 2026-2027 Murfreesboro City Schools year with essential updates directly from District Director Dr. Trey Duke and Communications Director Lisa Trail. As thou.... Read More

Pettus Read | 12 Years as Commissioner, 200 Dumpling Recipes, and the Art of Political Compromise

Jul 29, 2026 at 10:43 am

Outgoing Rutherford County District 8 Commissioner Pettus Read sits down with host Chip Walters to reflect on a remarkable career in public service, community storytelling,.... Read More

Dayna Nichols Interview: Rutherford County School Board Candidate & Educator Profile

Jul 28, 2026 at 10:48 am

Dayna Nichols, candidate for Rutherford County School Board Zone 4, sits down with hosts Wayne Blair and Rick Hall on The Roundtable to detail her 31-year career as a educat.... Read More

Rutherford County Economic Development: Growth, Workforce & Chamber Insights

Jul 23, 2026 at 11:18 am

Rutherford County economic development is undergoing a massive transformation, shifting toward high-wage job creation, expanding healthcare hubs, and strategic infrastructur.... Read More

Rutherford County Early Voting & Election Security: Alan Farley Interview

Jul 22, 2026 at 10:28 am

Curious about how your local vote actually gets counted? Rutherford County Supervisor of Elections Alan Farley joins the show to break down everything voters need to know ab.... Read More

Rutherford County Politics & Local Government: District 19 Commissioner Romel McMurry Interview

Jul 21, 2026 at 10:17 am

Rutherford County District 19 Commissioner Romel McMurry joins host Rick Hall to deliver an insider’s look into local government, community representation, and public.... Read More

Navigating Local Government Growth & Public Safety - Murfreesboro City Councilwoman Jami Averwater

Jul 20, 2026 at 10:32 am

Discover the inner workings of local government as Murfreesboro City Councilwoman Jami Averwater pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to manage one of Tennessee's.... Read More

Music History Legends: Harry Chapin and Connie Francis with John Blankenship

Jul 17, 2026 at 10:29 am

Dive into a powerful journey through music history and incredible personal triumphs on this episode of the Roundtable. We pay tribute to legendary musical icons whose legaci.... Read More

From Oklahoma Tornadoes to the State Capital: Dr. Bryan Terry's Journey

Jul 16, 2026 at 10:28 am

Unprecedented challenges require extraordinary resilience, both in the medical field and in public service. In this episode, State Representative Brian Terry shares his deep.... Read More

Holloway High School vs. Virtual Learning: Fact vs. Fiction in Rutherford County Education

Jul 15, 2026 at 10:25 am

Holloway High School is rewriting the rules of the traditional high school experience in Rutherford County by shifting away from the crowded halls of massive institutions an.... Read More

Rutherford County Commissioner Robert Peay: Jail Construction, Tax Relief, and Funding Local Infrastructure

Jul 14, 2026 at 10:11 am

Unpack the critical financial decisions and infrastructure updates shaping Rutherford County with our primary keyword, Rutherford County Commission. In this episode, host Ri.... Read More

Music History Events: The Stories Behind Iconic Rock and Roll Hits with John Blankenship

Jul 10, 2026 at 10:17 am

Discover the fascinating music history events that shaped some of the most iconic tracks of modern time, starting with a classic rock standard that changed music forever. Th.... Read More

Overcoming the Summer Blood Donation Shortage and local disaster response with the American Red Cross

Jul 09, 2026 at 10:36 am

A critical blood donation shortage historically hits during the summer months, but the life-saving need for blood never takes a vacation. John Mitchell, Executive Director o.... Read More

Rick and Deb Insell on the 2026 Pat Summitt Award and Girls Basketball Legacy

Jul 08, 2026 at 10:07 am by WGNS

Rick and Deb Insell sit down with Chip Walters for a deeply personal look at a historic, Hall of Fame coaching career that culminated in the 2026 Pat Summitt Lifetime Achiev.... Read More

Meet New TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center CEO Ryan Lemasters

Jul 07, 2026 at 01:15 pm by WGNS News

Join Rick Hall and Wayne Blair on The Roundtable as they sit down with Ryan Lemasters, the brand-new CEO of TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center in Smyrna, TN. In this exclusiv.... Read More

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