Behind the Headlines Podcast

The head of the Crime Commission and the principal investigator behind a new report on the path of court cases through the criminal justice system talked on “Behind The Headlines” about a clearing house for the data to change the system.

Church Health CEO Jennie Robbins talked about concerns that show up with the nonprofit’s patients amid national policy changes in Washington, D.C.

The Memphis education landscape is among the topics discussed on “Behind The Headlines.”

Three Memphis restaurant professionals joined The Daily Memphian's Eric Barnes and Holly Whitfield to discuss the struggles, successes and realities of the local industry.

A roundtable discussion dives into the potential state takeover of Memphis Shelby County Schools, highlighting the complexities of local governance vs. state control. Legislative changes may empower a state-appointed board over local schools, stirring political tensions. Issues of accountability arise with grant allocations and misconduct involving local officials. The Memphis 3.0 city planning initiative faces community pushback over development concerns, as residents fight to maintain their neighborhood's character amid proposed changes.

Memphis Police Chief C.J. Davis talks on “Behind The Headlines” about getting group violence intervention right by looking at Detroit’s approach, the pressure that comes with last year’s drop in crime and pretextual traffic stops.

The CEO of Regional One Health talks on “Behind The Headlines” about alternatives for the rebuild of the county-owned hospital should state funding not come through and why the decision was made to shift the project to a new site.

Worth Morgan and Willie Simon talked about the path forward politically on “Behind The Headlines.” It’s a path where there is some common ground as well as some profound differences - especially around a recent immigration raid on Summer Avenue.

The TacoNGanas incident and what it means for the immigration effort President Donald Trump promised during his 2024 campaign is among the topics discussed on “Behind The Headlines.”

Shelby County Commissioners Mickell Lowery and Britney Thornton talked on “Behind The Headlines” about the political boundary between the commission and the MSCS board.