Rutherford Issues Podcast

Rutherford Issues Podcast

with Bryan Barrett

Episodes

March 5, 2026 18 mins
Tennessee’s rural landscape is undergoing a massive digital transformation, but at what cost to the most vulnerable citizens? State Representative Mike Sparks joins th
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Scammers are getting sophisticated enough to fool even the most vigilant consumers by spoofing official emails and bank phone numbers. In this episode, host Bryan Barrett and
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International Women’s Day is the perfect time to address the "gray divorce" trend—a reality where one-third of divorcing adults are now 50 or older. While a 45%
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Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation is officially charting its course for the next decade, and your input is the compass. Director Nate Williams joins Bryan Barrett to discuss
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Rutherford County schools faced a sudden transportation crisis this week after a private contractor lost liability insurance for 40 buses, leaving thousands of students in l
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Free tax preparation services are putting millions of dollars back into the pockets of Tennessee residents through the United Way’s VITA program. As we hit the peak of
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Spay and neuter surgeries save lives by reducing overpopulation and preventing serious health issues like pyometra and aggressive behavior in cats and dogs. Katie Peachy fro
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When the ice storm paralyzed Middle Tennessee, the Salvation Army of Murfreesboro didn’t just stay open—they became a lifeline for over 150 displaced reside
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Child abuse is a dark reality that often thrives in silence, but the Child Advocacy Center (CAC) of Rutherford and Cannon Counties has spent 26 years bringing these stories
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7 Brew Coffee is taking over Rutherford County, and their latest expansion into La Vergne is bringing a caffeine-fueled revolution to Middle Tennessee. With the grand o
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Rutherford County PAWS is transforming animal welfare in Middle Tennessee through massive program expansions and strategic community partnerships. Over the last year, the sh
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Eliminating state sales tax on fresh produce could save Tennessee families $96 million annually, providing essential relief at the checkout line. State Representative Mike S
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Selling used items online safely is the top priority for many this spring as decluttering season kicks into high gear. In this episode, host Bryan Barrett welcomes James Pri
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Your credit score is a powerful financial tool that acts as a predictor of your reliability, influencing your ability to rent an apartment, get a cellphone plan, or secure a l
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In this episode of Rutherford Issues, host Bryan Barrett celebrates Presidents' Day by diving into the world of agriculture and youth development with guests Michael Shirley
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In this episode of Rutherford Issues, host Bryan Barrett sits down with John Mitchell, Executive Director of the Heart of Tennessee Chapter of the American Red Cross. Followin
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In this episode of Rutherford Issues, host Bryan Barrett sits down with Emily McKee of Kymari House to discuss the vital role this nonprofit plays in Middle Tennessee. As th
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In this episode of Rutherford Issues, host Bryan Barrett sits down with Heather Steele, Evan Arthur Moschella, and Brittany Blaire Anderson from the Center for the Arts. Th
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Bryan Barrett talks with Michelle Clifford with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Rutherford County. She talks about this year's Youth of the Year from the club, hiring in Murfreesb
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Running a local business means juggling a million priorities, but is your own future falling off the to-do list? In this episode, Bryan Barrett sits down with Edward Jones F
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