The River City Podcast

The vibrant culture and community of Memphis is best experienced through local tastemakers, artisans and visionaries who are committed to their work, and whose stories resonate deeply with all of us. These are insider-approved outings!Prefer to watch? Full video episodes on YouTube and Spotify.

We’re sharing our favorite spots for breakfast, lunch, happy hour and dinner—all within walking distance. From a morning coffee to an evening cocktail, this is a thoughtfully mapped-out guide to dining in Downtown Memphis.Prefer to watch? Full video episodes on YouTube and Spotify.

Community spotlight: It is abundantly clear from the moment you encounter Sharon Cash that she is living out her purpose. Since the beginning of her career at the Salvation Army, Sharon has, as she says, “suited up and shown up” with empathy and compassion for those in need.Featuring local musician Sherman Tabor, a native Memphian who composed and performed our intro, “Come Back Carolina," plus background sounds by Memphis' Young Avenue Sound

Insights into contemporary sounds of Memphis with the musicians of Young Avenue Sound, featuring Ryan Peel. He's a professional drummer, producer and songwriting teacher. Ryan was born and raised in Memphis and into the music industry. Interview by Christian Owen and Kit Garrott. Introduction by fellow musician and sound technician, Dane Giordano.Original music by Ryan Peel and Dane Giordano, including "Good Sheep," the first release by Young Avenue band, Dandriff

Explore bright wines, breezy apéritifs and fresh takes on classic cocktails—your perfect pour for patio season starts here with River City’s Jeannie Tabor and Sisco Larson of Joe’s Wines & Liquor.Original music by Memphis' Young Avenue Sound

In today's overabundance of information and advice, it is hard to discern between good and bad sources. Jeannie, Kit and Christian discuss topics often buried in misinformation.Featuring “Come Back Carolina,” composed and performed by Sherman Tabor

Do you prefer Cooking or Baking? What does your preference say about your personality? Hosts Kit Garrott, Christian Owen and Jeannie Tabor have a few theories and lighthearted insights.Featuring "Games" composed and performed by Sherman Tabor*According to Psychology Today, a person’s food choices may reveal aspects of their personality (Psychology Today, January 2023).

Hosts Christian Owen, Jeannie Tabor and Kit Garrott explore being a good neighbor and why people say Memphis is all about the people.Featuring “Come Back Carolina,” composed and performed by Sherman Tabor

Here to help us decide are three experienced racquet sports enthusiasts: River City Current hosts Jeannie Tabor and Kit Garrott and our guest who is an expert player on both courts, Malise Culpepper.Featuring "Games" composed and performed by Sherman Tabor

Current trends in mocktails and a modern menu of nonalcoholic beverages with Sisco Larson, general manager of Joe’s Wines and Liquor in Midtown Memphis, with host Christian OwenFeaturing “Come Back Carolina,” composed and performed by Sherman Tabor