Finding Purpose and Identity: A Conversation Between Brothers w/ Dan McCarthy:: Ep 216 MMTBP In this episode, we talk to my brother, Dan McCarthy, who practices law and plays music. We talk about shared experiences and our divergent paths in life. Dan, reflects on his early musical aspirations, influenced by his piano instructor, and his admiration…

Building a Specialized EOD Gear Business w/ Steve Cassidy:: Ep 215 MMTBP In this episode, we talk to Steve Cassidy about his journey from the Navy to building a specialized gear company. His background includes an early interest in football that led them to Tennessee Tech University, followed by an unexpected decision to join the Navy at age 25. Du…

How a Husband and Wife Duo Developed a Lifesaving App w/Charles and Holly Roselle:: Ep 214 MMTBP In this episode, I sat down with Charles and Holly Roselle. Charles is a former member of the Secret Service and served for 16 years during the Bush and Obama administrations. Charles shares interesting stories from his time in the Secret Service. After…

Pauline Joseph's Journey of Empowering Women Through Vulnerability w/Pauline Joseph:: Ep 213 MMTBP Pauline Joseph is a corporate specialist stylist, makeup artist, educator, and personal branding expert. Originally from Australia, Pauline has built an impressive career that blends her corporate experience with her passion for beauty and personal tr…

The challenges of maintaining authenticity in a digital age w/Huggy and Hutch :: Ep 212 MMTBP In this episode, we talk to Brandon Hutchison and Alan Huggins. Hosts of the "Ugly Truth of Real Estate" podcast. They discuss their extensive experience in the real estate and mortgage industries, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, relationship-b…

In this episode, we sat down with Jeremy Little, a producer, singer, composer, and multi-instrumentalist whose work spans multiple genres and formats! Jeremy Little discusses his career spanning over 7,000 music episodes and hundreds of commercials. He highlights his work with JJ Abrams' “Bad Robot” and his transition from being a signed artist to …

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast....subscribe/follow/rate/review at www.mmtbp.com The Mostly Middle Tennessee Business Podcast went remote in a *very* mostly way. We were invited to have a booth at the Music City Drum Show and talk to several drummers, entrepreneurs and manufacturers about the various facets of the music business. Crafting Sound…

Decoding Body Language and Facial Features w/Brian Galke :: Ep 210 MMTBP In this episode, I got the chance to sit down and chat with Brian Galke, the founder of Subtle Skills- The Art of Decoding Facial Features. We discuss various topics, including facial features, body language, and entrepreneurial advice. Brian explains how certain physical trai…

How Two Fitness Enthusiasts Built a Thriving Wellness Business w/Cat Bryson and Lisa Brantley :: Ep 209 MMTBP This episode features a discussion with Cat Bryson and Lisa Brantley from Sēk Light Spa and Sauna in Franklin, Tennessee. They share their journey from corporate jobs to co-founding a wellness business, emphasizing the importance of authen…

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast....subscribe/follow/rate/review at www.mmtbp.com This episode is dedicated to the memory to Evelyn Dieckhaus, Hallie Scruggs, William Kinney, Katherine Koonce, Mike Hill and Cynthia Peak who lost their lives in the Covenant School shooting in Nashville. On March 27, 2023, a mass shooting occurred at The Covenant …

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast....subscribe/follow/rate/review at www.mmtbp.com The Mostly Middle Tennessee Business Podcast went remote in a *very* mostly way. We were invited to have a booth at the Music City Drum Show and talk to several drummers, entrepreneurs and manufacturers about the various facets of the music business. In this specia…

Drumming and podcasting w/Michael Vosbein :: MMTBP Special Episode A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast....subscribe/follow/rate/review at www.mmtbp.com The Mostly Middle Tennessee Business Podcast went remote in a *very* mostly way. We were invited to have a booth at the Music City Drum Show and talk to several drummers, entrepreneurs and manufactu…

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast....subscribe/follow/rate/review at www.mmtbp.com The Mostly Middle Tennessee Business Podcast went remote in a *very* mostly way. We were invited to have a booth at the Music City Drum Show and talk to several drummers, entrepreneurs and manufacturers about the various facets of the music business. In this specia…

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast....subscribe/follow/rate/review at www.mmtbp.com Jason Miller is the owner of Christian Brothers Automotive in Spring Hill. He’s been a fan of the podcast for some time now and I was just able to meet him in the last month! After one conversation, I knew I had to have him on. He and I speak the same language in t…

A little over a year ago, Brian Stiles moved to Spring Hill and bought the local Costa Vida franchise. His hurdles so far have been emphasizing the importance of adapting to a new location, managing a team, and maintaining customer trust. Running a small business, particularly in the restaurant industry, is challenging enough. Despite that, Brian h…

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast....subscribe/follow/rate/review at www.mmtbp.com Dave and I had lunch a few weeks ago to discuss this episode and how it would work. He’s a guy with whom I have always been acquainted, but never really talked to, until that lunch. If there’s anyone who knows the longevity it takes to build up business expertise a…

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast....subscribe/follow/rate/review at www.mmtbp.com CareyAnn Cyr and I have been friends for quite some time now. So to have her on again is more like a glimpse into a discussion between two good friends. As the Senior Loan Officer with CMG Mortgage in Cool Springs, she is certainly one of the more successful people…

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast....subscribe/follow/rate/review at www.mmtbp.com The Mostly Middle Tennessee Business Podcast went remote in a *very* mostly way. We were invited to have a booth at the Music City Drum Show and talk to several drummers, entrepreneurs and manufacturers about the various facets of the music business. In this episod…

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast....subscribe/follow/rate/review at www.mmtbp.com We meet and work for a lot of managers who show you how to do things wrong. They’re typically more self-centered and believe their team is in place to “make them look good”. (That was actually said to us in a staff meeting one time by a brand new manager.) Then the…

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast....subscribe/follow/rate/review at www.mmtbp.com I met Michael Attias while recording a client’s podcast, The Wandering Worker (www.thewanderingworkerpodcast.com), and he was an absolute delight as a guest. So I invited him on this very podcast to delve more into AI and strategic app development for restaurants a…

Middle Tennessee Business Podcast....subscribe/follow/rate/review at www.mmtbp.com I met Ray Jeter a few months ago at a Maury County Commission meeting. I was impressed with his earnest desire to make sure Maury County, which has been experiencing unprecedented growth along with most of Middle Tennessee, to maintain its rural roots and charm mixed…

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast....subscribe/follow/rate/review at www.mmtbp.com... I love to talk with my old comrades and peers who are left or have moved on from the radio business. It may seem that I throw shade on the industry from time to time. I assure you, it’s not towards the folks who are still showing up to serve the public as the me…

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast....subscribe/follow/rate/review at www.mmtbp.com Daniel Cruz is one of those people who has an immediate likable quality, which has made him a powerful salesperson over his career. These days he spends his time truly advising people on how to assess mortgage and real estate interests for their investment portfoli…

I have known Ryan Reid since 2016. He owns ICU Security which provides camera security systems around Middle Tennessee and way beyond! He has built his business on making long term and truly authentic human connections through various networking endeavors, but mainly through our BNI chapter. He’s quite possibly the longest standing member of any BN…

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast....subscribe/follow/rate/review at www.mmtbp.com Nick Woodard is a local Real Estate Agent who truly knows his market. After all, he’s lived here most of his 40+ years! This episode is about Nick’s experiences and insights on how to succeed in the real estate industry, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, …

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast....subscribe/follow/rate/review at www.mmtbp.com On May 8, 2024, a devastating tornado ripped through Maury county. Cap and Boppy, the duo behind Weather Down in Muletown, were studying the system days in advance. It isn’t the first time their stunning accuracy warned the Columbia community about dangerous weathe…

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast....subscribe/follow/rate/review at www.mmtbp.com Dave Dutton is a prolific marketer. His Facebook title is bold with a Broca-surprising proclamation: “1.9 HS GPA. Survived. Turned $200 into millions.” Dave is pretty much a Spring Hill social media personality who’s clever posts and comments have a tongue-in-cheek…

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast....subscribe/follow/rate/review at www.mmtbp.com Cole Evans is one of the most prolific media strategists I’ve ever known. He and I met working at a Nashville Radio group around 2007. It’s fair to say that Cole was the one who reintroduced me to long form audio production with his podcast “Brand Forward” in 2016.…

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast....subscribe/follow/rate/review at www.mmtbp.com Entrepreneurs are risk takers. More so than much of the world population. When Jim Morris committed to launch a conference that was to be different than all the other conferences that have sprouted up over the last decade, his optimism could break the bonds of eart…

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast....subscribe/follow/rate/review at www.mmtbp.com I met Shane Ray in 2017 through a local coaching program. We hit it off immediately and have been friends ever since! He’s replaced some of my AC units and maintained others. He has one of the most franchise-able brands I have ever seen and he’s finding his way to …

Middle Tennessee Business Podcast....subscribe/follow/rate/review at www.mmtbp.com When we left Connecticut in 2001, we left the ability to get great New York-style pizza on a moment’s notice, from almost any pizza place. In Las Vegas, it took us 3 years to find a place that came close, but still too far. In the Middle Tennessee area, we had better…

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast....subscribe/follow/rate/review at www.mmtbp.com If you’re a freelancer in Middle Tennessee, this episode is a must listen! I met Steve Lomas through my good friend and MMTBP regular, Amanda Banks. She saw the immediate connection Steve and I had in the creative space. our conversation revolved around the challen…

Middle Tennessee Business Podcast....subscribe/follow/rate/review at www.mmtbp.com If you live in the Franklin/Brentwood/College Grove areas, there’s a good chance you’ve seen Lyndsay Stafford’s product! Lyndsay is the owner and publisher of Williamson County Neighbors magazine. She is also a business coach who specializes in simplifying processes …

I met John Mediana at Jim Morris’ Impact Effect 23 in October 2023. He and I had an instant connection upon discovering that we both lived and worked in Las Vegas once upon a time, prior to moving to Middle Tennessee. John has produced some impressive content for a myriad of equally impressive clients over his years in video production. He’s found …

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast....subscribe/follow/rate/review at www.mmtbp.com Danny Zacharias has been one of the music industry’s more prominent lighting experts for decades! Like most entrepreneurs, business can overtake life and he realized he needed to make his health a priority. Danny discovered a way that can also help many middle-aged…

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast....subscribe/follow/rate/review at www.mmtbp.com Justin Sharp is the founder and owner of the AC Crew, a premier HVAC company that serves the greater Nashville area. He is a native of the Middle Tennessee area and a loving husband to Laura Sharp (owner of Lokales Juice in Nolensville) with whom they have been ble…

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast....subscribe/follow/rate/review at www.mmtbp.com I met Matt Rogers at a BNI meeting a few years back. We’ve loosely kept in touch over the years, but once I had a podcast of my own, I knew I would have to have him as a guest! In his mid-forties, Matt has packed some life under his belt. He’s been: An 11th place c…

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast....subscribe/follow/rate/review at www.mmtbp.com I met Brad Meshell when I was recording podcasts at Jim Morris’ Impact Effect event in October 2023. He was one of the guests who was to have an episode recorded by me. When he told me that he walks the 444 mile Natchez Trace Parkway every year to raise awareness f…

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast....subscribe/follow/rate/review at www.mmtbp.com With one of my businesses (J2Lighting.com) being in the lighting manufacturing space, I reach out to a lot of electricians. Once upon a time, I was an electrical apprentice…I still am to a certain extent! Over the last 4 decades, the talent pool for the trades has …

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast....subscribe/follow/rate/review at www.mmtbp.com The hustle culture’s take on sleep (like most other things they talk about) is typically misleading, misinformed and very damaging. Overused tropes like, “I can sleep when I’m dead”, “get up at (insert insanely early time here)” and “you can function on less sleep …

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast....subscribe/follow/rate/review at www.mmtbp.com This is a long overdue guest for the show as Sherri has been a close family friend since we both moved to Tennessee in 2005. In this episode, we delve into the inspiring journey of Sherri Hildreth, a remarkable salon owner hailing from Franklin, TN. Sherri's story …

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast....subscribe/follow/rate/review at www.mmtbp.com The scene was Miller’s Thrillers in Spring Hill, TN. I was emceeing the main stage events for David Miller’s annual halloween haunt spectacular, which included jugglers, fire eaters/performers, a pirate high-wire act and then some. One night, a petite woman appeare…

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast....subscribe/follow/rate/review at www.mmtbp.com Have I mentioned this is a podcast for “mostly” Middle Tennessee Business Owners, Pros and Entrepreneurs? I met Tony Langdon a few months ago when he joined my BNI chapter. He owns Langdon Flooring, which he moved from Southern California to Middle Tennessee not to…

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast....subscribe/follow/rate/review at www.mmtbp.com In this episode, I wanted to bring Amanda Banks on the show to discuss her 2024 initiative of “Authentic Influence”. Prior to recording the episode, my business partner John Woerner met Amanda and they discovered that they had many similarities in the gymnastics wo…

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast....subscribe/follow/rate/review at www.mmtbp.com If you’re not following Franklin Tennessee’s Gabriel Sedlak, you’re doing yourself a disservice. Gabriel is a seasoned and successful network sales and marketing pro. His experience comes from working with some of the world’s biggest home-based business brands. Our…

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast... I met Corinne Morse in 2016 when she and her (then) business partner were *cozy* in their business, The Nesting Project. See what I did there? Never mind. Like any business, getting it off the ground is hardly ever cozy. When I discovered them in 2016, I saw the result of years of figuring out the business of …

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast... Ever meet someone so real, so genuine you instantly knew you had a new friend? I’ve known Anna Marie since 2005 when we moved to Nashville from Las Vegas. We worked together on so many different projects until my exit from the radio industry in 2013. To have one more deep conversation with her and her newlywed…

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast... Do you think your business is ready to sell? Gary Aldridge may challenge you to think again. In this episode, Gary and I talk about the business owners who have toiled their entire lives and are ready to move on to another chapter in life….only to find out that their businesses are worth shockingly far less th…

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast... In our 2nd annual (or would it be 1st annual?) episode with Jim’s fellow J2 Owner and CEO John Woerner, they discuss everything from how their lighting business fared in 2023, what a true Business Consultant should do, to the onslaught of Business Coaches/Thought Leaders/Influencers permeating virtually every …

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast... After several years in Corporate America, David Berck decided to try his hand (and balance) with a trade of sorts. He owns RoofMaxx of Franklin, which helps homeowners extend the life of their roofs before inevitably having to replace shingles. You know how people have their decks or driveways treated when the…