Franklin, TN
Artists who spin or weave to create their works know it's a long journey from fleece to finished and some encouragement along the way is very welcome. Leanne Butchko is not only a talented artist, but is surrounded by a supporting crew who have a big stake in her work. Rob Wilds recently visited Mistletoe Farm in Franklin, TN to meet Leanne and the creatures who lighten her load just by being themselves.
Franklin, TN
Tennessee Crossroads visits an old time cookout in Leiper's Fork, TN where anyone can be a star. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Puckett's Grocery.
Franklin, TN
Just about anywhere you look in Nashville, you'll see a guitar. Some people make them, some people restore them, some people even play them. Tennessee Crossroads met a Franklin, TN artist who uses them in a different way. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Stars on Guitars.
Franklin, TN
Since its invention, the radio has evolved from a big box filled with tubes, to beautiful pieces of furniture, to tiny devices you can carry in your pocket. We met a man in Franklin, TN who's been preserving old radios for over 60 years and he has no intention of stopping any time soon. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Rudy's Radios.
Franklin, TN
Thirty years ago, Carnton Plantation in Franklin, TN was run down and in danger of destruction. Fortunately a handful of people joined together to protect and preserve the historic home. As Tennessee Crossroads' Susan Watson found out, thousands of people visit the site each year, intrigued by the events that took place there nearly 150 years ago. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Carnton Plantation.
Franklin, TN
Across the country, kids have been participating in this sport for years, you might have even tried it out, but Tennessee Crossroads showed us that for some kids this sport isn't just for the school yard. So we thought she should introduce us to the seemingly simple art of Rope Skipping. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Hot Shots Jump Rope Team in Franklin, TN.
Cowan, TN
Sometimes we try to say no to desserts in the name of calorie counting and weight watching. Tennessee Crossroads met two Franklin County, TN business women who will make sure you save room for their spirited new sweet creations for all occasions. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more.
Franklin, TN
We don't often do country music singers on Tennessee Crossroads, we leave that to the entertainment shows. But every once in a while we discover a singer/songwriter who has some other form of extraordinary talent. Join Nashville Public Television's Tennessee Crossroads to find out more about Grammy Award winning artist Steve Wariner could be the best kept secret when it comes to artwork.
Franklin, TN
Joe Elmore visits with Tennessee's "First Lady of Southern Cooking," Miss Daisy King, and her retail kitchen.
Franklin, TN
Tennessee Crossroads' Joe Elmore makes a stop in Franklin, TN where hard work and great authentic Italian deli food make for a real success story.