What Are the Essential Rules for Life in Nashville?
Executive producer Whitney Pastorek and Hey Nashville newsletter editor Margaret Kingsbury sit down with Michelle Spiva, author of the book “Music City Musings: Old Nashville Knowledge for Newcomers,” to discuss her list of essential rules for life in our town. Spoiler alert: Leave the boots at home … and the celebrities alone!
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** This episode originally aired on Sept. 24, 2024
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