Opening event of FedEx Cup playoffs is two weeks away.

With only 30 minutes, this coffee-themed episode of Sound Bites does focus mostly on newer Memphis coffee shops in the loop.

Memphis mayoral contender J.W. Gibson talked on “Behind The Headlines” about crime, power outages, garbage pickup and the state of the city’s politics. The interview is the latest in a series of one-on-one conversations with contenders for mayor.

Carol Coletta talks about the recent Memphis in May events in the new Tom Lee Park — how they went, how they were received, and what they’ll be like in the future.

Mayoral contender Karen Camper says on “Behind The Headlines” the city’s public safety strategy is too focused on the “tactical” when it should include a longer-term approach to crime.

Ben Smith talks about how he got into the restaurant business, how the industry has changed after the COVID-19 pandemic and what the food chefs really eat back in the kitchen.

Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the summer league performances from Jake LaRavia, David Roddy and Kenneth Lofton Jr. 

Chris Herrington talks with Joshua Carlucci, a former chef and teacher who’s become a regular contributor to The Daily Memphian food section.

The Brooks Museum of Art has begun working on an exhibition dedicated the impact and legacy of the Memphis College of Art.

State Senator Brent Taylor says he plans to change the state law on bail conditions. But on “Behind The Headlines” with Germantown Mayor Mike Palazzolo, Taylor said don’t look for major changes in gun laws in an August special session of the Legislature.

Drew Hill and Chris Herrington share their thoughts on the addition of Derrick Rose and Memphis’ start to summer league.

Geoff Calkins digs into his move away from sports, the changes to his radio show on 92.9, his friendship with Jennifer Biggs, and the upcoming fifth anniversary of The Daily Memphian on this week’s episode of The Sidebar. 

Take a listen and then sound off in the comments — which do you think are the best restaurants in town to take visitors?

“Some of those people who’ve reoffended ... there’s a small percentage of those that, I guess, maybe, we need to give up on and just talk about long-term incarceration,” Mulroy said. “But I think for a lot of them, there is a chance for rehabilitation.”

Colvett said he would appoint a “housing director” if elected to move more Memphians toward homeownership.

Noel Durant, the Tennessee director of the Trust for Public Land, joins Eric Barnes on The Sidebar.

Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss Marcus Smart and his positional versatility for the Memphis Grizzlies, as well as the NBA draft. 

Drew Hill and Chris Herrington react to the Ja Morant suspension and Grizzlies trade rumors. 

Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss draft prospects that fit with the Memphis Grizzlies. 

Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss all of the most relevant offseason storylines. 

The Daily Memphian columnist and contributor to WKNO and ABC24 News joins Eric Barnes on The Sidebar to talk about the importance of local journalism.

Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris talks about the defeat of his wheel-tax proposal on The Daily Memphian’s “On The Record” podcast and has harsh words for Shelby County Commissioners.

From stores to trailers and carts to coolers, Mempops has become an inseparable part of Memphis summers.

Shelby County Commission chairman Mickell Lowery says on WKNO’s “Behind The Headlines” that he’s counting votes on a proposed wheel tax hike that faces a critical commission vote Monday, June 5.

Some foods just say summer. We say bring those on, because we can almost touch them and we’re ready.