Brad Schmitt

nashville, tennessee, united states

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ggadsdentimes.com

ooakridger.com

ttennessean.com

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Experienced storyteller with skill and heart for making a difference and growing empathy,compassion and understanding. Skilled in Writing, Storytelling, Digital Strategy, Editing, and Event Management. Strong media and communication professional with a BA in Radio-TV-Film from Temple University.

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Non-alcoholic beer, wine, mocktails and recovering alcoholics

Why NA drinks, 'mocktails' can be tricky for those of us in recovery In 'Dry January,' Tennessean columnist Brad Schmitt, a recovering alcoholic, considers pluses and minuses of the trend toward 'booze free' bar offerings Brad Schmitt When I was just two ... See more

tennessean.com•Brad Schmitt•Jan 11, 2026

Which TN specialty plate booted 'Don't Tread on Me' out of the top spot?

'Don't Tread on Me' gets trampled for TN's top-selling specialty plate After three years in a row as best-selling specialty plate, "Don't Tread on Me" sells only half as many as the new champ did in fiscal year 2025 Brad Schmitt - The Revolutionary War Ga... See more

tennessean.com•Brad Schmitt•Jan 9, 2026

WKRN Danielle Breezy off air 'for a bit' post-hysterectomy

WKRN News 2's Danielle Breezy reveals she's off the air 'for a bit' In social media posts, Breezy revealed she has been battling a painful medical condition for which she needed a hysterectomy Brad Schmitt WKRN News 2 Chief Meteorologist Danielle Breezy w... See more

tennessean.com•Brad Schmitt•Jan 8, 2026

Meteorologist Bree Smith sues NewsChannel 5, alleges discrimination

Bree Smith sues NewsChannel 5, alleging gender discrimination In federal court filings, Smith claims NewsChannel 5 allowed and helped create 'a hostile and debasing work environment' and retaliated against her when she filed complaints - In U.S. District ... See more

tennessean.com•Brad Schmitt•Jan 2, 2026

Tennessean of the Year 2025 is Humphreys County Sheriff Chris Davis

'We've got to be human.' Tennessean of the Year is humble through horror Through two deadly tragedies, Humphreys County Sheriff Chris Davis leads with humility and a big heart in his tiny hometown Brad Schmitt The radio crackled and his lieutenant told hi... See more

tennessean.com•Brad Schmitt•Dec 28, 2025

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Bachelor Of Arts, Film at Temple UniversityGraduated: 1986

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Non-alcoholic beer, wine, mocktails and recovering alcoholics

Which TN specialty plate booted 'Don't Tread on Me' out of the top spot?

WKRN Danielle Breezy off air 'for a bit' post-hysterectomy

Meteorologist Bree Smith sues NewsChannel 5, alleges discrimination

Tennessean of the Year 2025 is Humphreys County Sheriff Chris Davis

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Non-alcoholic beer, wine, mocktails and recovering alcoholics

Which TN specialty plate booted 'Don't Tread on Me' out of the top spot?

WKRN Danielle Breezy off air 'for a bit' post-hysterectomy

Meteorologist Bree Smith sues NewsChannel 5, alleges discrimination

Tennessean of the Year 2025 is Humphreys County Sheriff Chris Davis

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