From the
VOLUNTEER STATE
Stories, people and ideas from across Tennessee.

About the Show
From the Volunteer State is a Tennessee-focused podcast built around thoughtful, engaging conversations with the people helping shape the state. Politics and public policy remain an important part of the show, but the brand is intentionally broader than any one party, office or organization. The goal is to create a platform that can feature elected officials alongside business leaders, entrepreneurs, educators, coaches, artists, community leaders and Tennesseans with compelling stories worth hearing.
Hosted by Matt Herriman & Ross Bradley
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Farms, Forests & Tennessee’s Future
Brian Clifford & Ryan King
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U.S. Senator Bill Hagerty
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Lamar Alexander
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Do you have a Tennessee story worth telling? We’re looking for people and ideas from across the state — makers, community leaders, entrepreneurs, artists and everyday Tennesseans with something meaningful to share. Tell us about yourself and the conversation you’d like to have.