# The Nashville Public Radio App

> Music

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id389021584](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id389021584)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id389021584`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** NASHVILLE PUBLIC RADIO
- **Category:** Music
- **Rating:** 4.20 / 5 (101 ratings)
- **Version:** 12.0.7
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-16
- **First published:** 2010-08-28
- **Size:** 35 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-23
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-nashville-public-radio-app/id389021584)
- **Website:** [http://nashvillepublicradio.org](http://nashvillepublicradio.org/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.publicmediaapps.com/termsofuse](http://www.publicmediaapps.com/termsofuse)

## Description

The Nashville Public Radio App brings four live streams, DVR-like pause/rewind, one-click stream switching, and integrated program schedules for easy planning. You can listen in the background while you browse or travel.

On-demand programs are accessible with segments when available, with related pages shown for more context. Share stories with friends, and use the built-in Sleep Timer and Alarm Clock to tailor your listening. This app is brought to you by Nashville Public Radio and Public Media Apps.

## Rankings

- #140,003 — Overall

## Review summary

Users praise the Nashville Public Radio App for easy, on-the-go access to WPLN, WNXP, and NPR, and for its ease of use and usefulness for classical music listening. However, recurring issues include unstable streams, playback glitches, and intrusive sponsorship ads. Some note an outdated UI and update problems. Overall, the app is valued for access and reliability but needs stability improvements and fewer interruptions.

### Pros

- Easy, on-the-go access to WPLN, WNXP and NPR on mobile.
- Works well and is convenient for listening on the go.
- Easy to use and well-organized GUI.
- Essential for listening to classical music at home without a CD player.
- Broad programming access across stations and NPR programs.

### Cons

- Stream drops / connection instability causing interruptions.
- Frequent bugs and playback glitches (e.g., station won’t launch, looping audio).
- Intrusive ads / sponsorship messages interrupting programming.
- Occasional outdated UI / clunky experience and update problems.

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