The Early Word: Sports guys talk Tigers coach; Hattie B’s heads for the ‘burbs

Bianca Phillips By , Daily Memphian
Published: December 02, 2025 6:22 AM CT Premium

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Bianca Phillips

Bianca Phillips

Bianca Phillips is a Northeast Arkansas native and longtime Memphian who’s worked in local journalism and PR for more than 20 years. In her days as a reporter, she covered everything from local government and crime to LGBTQ issues and the arts. She’s the author of “Cookin Crunk: Eatin’ Vegan in the Dirty South,” a cookbook of vegan Southern recipes.


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