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Behind the Headlines Podcast

Eric Barnes

Booking Overview

A weekly local-news interview show focused on Memphis-area politics, public policy, education, and business, it regularly features elected officials and candidates alongside business executives, community leaders, school administrators, and local journalists. Agencies can credibly pitch Memphis- or Tennessee-relevant officeholders, executives, civic leaders, education administrators, and journalists with direct expertise on a current local issue; booking is medium difficulty because the show has a strong local-access orientation but established access to prominent regional figures.

Metrics

Episodes: 100

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.9/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Listener location: USA

Instagram: 61.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

support@dailymemphian.com

podcasts@dailymemphian.com

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Host

Eric Barnes - Host of WKNO and The Daily Memphian’s Behind the Headlines, covering major stories and public affairs in the Memphis area through conversations with regional leaders, officials, and journalists.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Memphis- or Tennessee-based elected officials, political candidates, business executives, civic leaders, education administrators, and local journalists with direct expertise on significant regional issues.
Required Achievements:  
Elected office, Executive leadership, Public-sector leadership, Journalism experience

Recent Guest Discussions

Brent Taylor - Birthright Citizenship, Immigration Enforcement, And Immigrant Assimilation.

Jerri Green - Immigration Enforcement, Abolishing ICE, And State Oversight Of Memphis-shelby County Schools.

Lee Harris - His Mayoral Tenure, State Oversight, And Challenges Facing Successor Mickell Lowery.

Recent Topics

Local Politics, Public Policy, Education, Business, Journalism

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Behind the Headlines Podcast
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1716: Midterm campaigns turn to numbers as early voting begins

October 16, 2026

The mix of early voting and campaigns watching the turnout while trying to mobilize their voters and partisans is the main topic of conversation on Behind The Headlines.

1715: Kuhn says Kustoff is vulnerable in reelection bid

October 11, 2026

Heidi Kuhn, 8th Congressional District Democratic nominee,  discusses her challenge of Republican incumbent David Kustoff on 'Behind The Headlines.' 

1714: Pearson says no U.S. military aid to Ukraine or Israel

October 02, 2026

Democratic Congressional nominee Justin J. Pearson talked about ongoing U.S. aid to Ukraine and "America First" on Behind The Headlines in the latest discussion with Congressional contenders on the Nov. 3 general election ballot.

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Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
Behind the Headlines Podcast
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How do I get in touch with Behind the Headlines Podcast?

Behind the Headlines Podcast is hosted by Eric Barnes. Its publicly listed emails are support@dailymemphian.com and podcasts@dailymemphian.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Behind the Headlines Podcast?

The publicly listed emails for Behind the Headlines Podcast: support@dailymemphian.com and podcasts@dailymemphian.com.

How many listeners does Behind the Headlines Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates Behind the Headlines Podcast reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Behind the Headlines Podcast?

Behind the Headlines Podcast typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Memphis- or Tennessee-based elected officials, political candidates, business executives, civic leaders, education administrators, and local journalists with direct expertise on significant regional issues. Common among recent guests: Elected office; Executive leadership; Public-sector leadership. Recent guests include Brent Taylor, Jerri Green, and Lee Harris.

How hard is it to get booked on Behind the Headlines Podcast?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Behind the Headlines Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Local Politics, Public Policy, Education, Business, and Journalism. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

support@dailymemphian.com

podcasts@dailymemphian.com

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