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

Isaiah 117 House: Transforming Foster Care in Rutherford County

Apr 14, 2026 at 10:24 am by Producer

Thirty children a month in Rutherford County face the trauma of being removed from their homes, but they no longer have to wait in cold, sterile office cubicles during the t.... Read More

Rutherford County Sheriff Candidate Kenneth Barrett on Policing, Retention, and Community Safety

Apr 13, 2026 at 10:13 am by Producer

Modern law enforcement requires more than just a badge; it demands a fusion of advanced technology, transparent leadership, and a deep-rooted commitment to the community. Ke.... Read More

Friday Music from John Blankenship, dedicated to Avent Lane!

Apr 10, 2026 at 10:27 am by Producer

Rutherford County Schools Update: Dr. Jimmy Sullivan on Academic Growth and New High School Construction

Apr 09, 2026 at 10:33 am by Producer

Rutherford County Schools is now the highest-performing district in Tennessee for academic growth, surpassing even Williamson County. Dr. Jimmy Sullivan, Director of Schools.... Read More

Expert Travel Planning: Domestic Trips, International Trends, and Disney Hacks 2026 with Bobby Hopkins of Travelmation

Apr 08, 2026 at 10:36 am by Producer

Stop guessing and start traveling with precision in a post-2025 landscape where demand is higher than ever. Bobby Hopkins with Travelmation joins host Chip Walters on the sh.... Read More

Helping Adults with Disabilities: Workforce Development & Empowerment in Rutherford County

Apr 07, 2026 at 10:30 am by Producer

Rutherford County's workforce is evolving as local nonprofits bridge the gap for adults with disabilities and those re-entering the community after incarceration. Jody Power.... Read More

2026 Masters Preview: Betting Odds, Course Traditions, and the LIV Golf Impact

Apr 06, 2026 at 10:14 am by Producer

The Masters at Augusta National is golf’s ultimate theater, where $1.50 egg salad sandwiches meet $16,000-per-minute merchandise hauls and the most grueling greens in.... Read More

The Masters Tournament History: Augusta National, Tiger Woods, and the Eisenhower Tree w. Greg Lamb & host Chip Walters

Apr 01, 2026 at 10:53 am by Producer

Step into the pristine gates of Augusta National as master historian and certified archivist Greg Lamb reveals the hidden artifacts and evolving traditions that define the M.... Read More

Healthy Aging & Wellness with hosts Wayne Blair, Rick Hall and guests Kevin Fehr and Debbie Lee

Mar 31, 2026 at 10:31 am by Producer

Longevity is the new frontier, but living longer only matters if you are living well. With 10,000 Americans turning 65 every single day, the urgency to bridge the gap betwee.... Read More

Rutherford County Kiwanis: Supporting A Soldier's Child, Archie's Promise & Literacy

Mar 30, 2026 at 10:05 am by Producer

Rutherford County is transforming through radical community service, and the Rutherford County Kiwanis Club is leading the charge with a unique "after-work" model that fits.... Read More

St. Patrick's Day Irish Tribute with John Blankenship

Mar 27, 2026 at 10:04 am by Producer

Motlow State Community College: Student Success, Seam Club, and the Future of Media

Mar 26, 2026 at 10:11 am by Producer

Motlow State Community College is proving that education is the ultimate pathway to transformation, regardless of where your journey began. In this episode, Professor Charle.... Read More

Rutherford County Friday Night Live 2026: Official Band Reveal with Chip Walters and Sarah Callender

Mar 25, 2026 at 10:21 am by Producer

Friday Night Live is back to electrify the Murfreesboro Square for the 2026 season with a high-energy lineup ranging from Elton John classics to Nashville’s best R&.... Read More

Commissioner Craig Harris joins hosts Wayne Blair & Rick Hall

Mar 24, 2026 at 10:31 am by Producer

Radio Broadcast Summary: The Roundtable Show (March 24, 2026) This broadcast of The Roundtable Show, hosted by Rick and Wayne on WGNS Radio, featured an in-depth conversati.... Read More

Beyond the Scoreboard: The Secret to PCA’s Back-to-Back State Titles

Mar 23, 2026 at 10:18 am by Producer

Championship culture is built on a foundation of faith, discipline, and intentional mentorship. Providence Christian Academy’s athletic directors and head coaches, Tar.... Read More

MTE CEO Chris Jones: Ice Storm Recovery, Infrastructure, and the Future of Nuclear Power

Mar 18, 2026 at 10:24 am by Producer

Middle Tennessee faces some of the most volatile weather in the country, and keeping the lights on for 359,000 customers requires a blend of high-tech strategy and old-schoo.... Read More

Rutherford County Commissioner Robert Peay joins host Wayne Blair & Rick Hall

Mar 17, 2026 at 10:27 am by Producer

Rutherford County Commissioner Romel McMurry on Public Safety & Infrastructure

Mar 16, 2026 at 10:31 am by Producer

Rutherford County is officially the fourth largest county in Tennessee, and with rapid growth comes a complex set of challenges spanning from infrastructure to public safety.... Read More

Friday Music with John Blankenship

Mar 13, 2026 at 10:58 am by Producer

Rutherford County Sheriff Candidate Trey Mansfield

Mar 12, 2026 at 10:24 am by Producer

Trey Mansfield is trading his patrol car for a platform as he seeks the office of Sheriff of Rutherford County, bringing 34 years of grit, compassion, and "real" law enforce.... Read More

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