Ep. 10: Natisha Brooks: Education, Mental Health, and the Representation Nashville Residents Deserve

Ep. 10: Natisha Brooks: Education, Mental Health, and the Representation Nashville Residents Deserve

Author: Angie Lawless and Brandon Miller April 18, 2023 Duration: 1:07:44

Climbing the Charts sat down with Natisha Brooks, a retired educator and former Republican candidate for the fifth congressional district of Tennessee, who recently entered the 2023 race for Nashville mayor. Natisha has occupied various teaching roles but is best known for her position as the owner and director of Brooks Home School and Tutoring. We learn about Natisha's decision to enter the mayoral race and the issues she is most passionate about. She breaks down her top three priorities as a mayoral candidate and explains what she plans to do to address excessively high tax rates, empower teachers, and increase access to mental health. Natisha also expands on why she describes herself as a Christian Conservative Constitutionalist (and it's probably not what you think!), her profound respect for all religions, and why she believes the US Constitution is meant to serve all Americans. Listen in to learn more about Natisha, including her top book recommendation and her favorite breakfast spot in Nashville.


Climbing the Charts with Angie Lawless and Brandon Miller is a conversation about the forces that shape our daily lives, from local policy to global scientific discovery. Angie and Brandon aren't just observers; they're active participants who believe understanding these complex systems is the first step toward genuine involvement. This podcast digs into the news and social currents that might feel abstract, making them tangible and relevant to your own neighborhood. You'll hear discussions that connect political decisions with their real-world impact, explore how scientific advancements alter our social fabric, and question what it means to build a meaningful community in a fragmented world. Each episode is an invitation to look closer and think deeper, offering perspectives that help you navigate the information landscape with more clarity and purpose. Tune in for a thoughtful analysis that refuses to separate science from politics, or social trends from personal responsibility, all with the aim of fostering a more informed and connected citizenry. Find Climbing the Charts wherever you listen.
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