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"Scenic Roots" offers conversations that matter in the heart of Chattanooga and the Tennessee Valley.From the mountains to the river, our conversations are rooted deep within every corner of our community - reflecting who we are, who we were and who we can become.We engage with the news that affects our community, behind and beyond the headlines. We build bridges that span from creators and innovators to storytellers and the outdoors. We focus on our challenges as many communities in one - as we celebrate what inspires us. We resonate with countless voices - in words and spaces, sounds and songs.We are "Scenic Roots."Ray Bassett hosts and produces "Scenic Roots" at WUTC.

Coming To WTCI PBS: “The Light We Share” And “Essential”

WUTC | By Ray Bassett

Published August 21, 2024 at 10:31 PM EDT

A scene from “The Light We Share.” — A scene from “The Light We Share."

“The Light We Share” is a film about creating the connections of vulnerable art in Chattanooga during the pandemic.

It was directed by Mattie Waters and Jules Downum, co-founders of The Pop-up Project - and curated by more than 50 local artists in 2020.

The following year, the film - and a making of documentary, “Essential: The Making of ‘The Light We Share,’” produced by our public media partner WTCI PBS - were screened at the Tivoli Theatre.

Since then, both works have been shown at film festivals across the country.

On Thursday, August 29th, WTCI PBS will present the broadcast premiere of “Essential” starting at 8 PM - followed by “The Light We Share” at 8:30 PM.

I spoke with Jules Downum - and Emily Compton, executive producer at WTCI PBS.