Scenic Roots - Thu 10/30/25

By Ray Bassett

Published November 3, 2025 at 10:04 PM EST

Pathways to careers in construction in the Chattanooga area.
From Chattamatters: Kren the Curator on life through art.
With “Food As A Verb”: Josh Carter of St. John’s Restaurant.
As you’ll hear - and more - on this episode of “Scenic Roots.”

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