Best Jim Fidler Podcasts (2024)

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Finding Purpose and Identity: A Conversation Between Brothers w/ Dan McCarthy:: Ep 216 MMTBP 1:28:20

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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…

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Balancing Gun Rights and Public Safety w/ Brink Fidler :: Ep. 12 Blue Lift Podcast 57:36

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Title: Balancing Gun Rights and Public Safety Episode 12- Brink Fidler Peggy sits down with Brink Fiddler, a former law enforcement officer and owner of Defend Systems. They discuss his company's focus on active violence mitigation training, emphasizing the importance of preparedness and response in school and corporate settings. He highlights that…

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Building Stronger Youth, Stronger Families, & Stronger Communities w/ Marcus Meneese :: Ep. 11 Blue Lift Podcast 56:47

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Title: Building Stronger Youth, Stronger Families, & Stronger Communities Episode 11- Marcus Meneese Peggy sits down with Marcus Meneese, founder and executive director of Stronger Than My Father, a nonprofit expanding into Williamson County. Marcus discusses his journey from mentoring his cousin in 2003 to founding the organization in 2012, inspir…

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Building a Specialized EOD Gear Business w/ Steve Cassidy:: Ep 215 MMTBP 1:22:16

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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…

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A Vision for Tennessee Rooted in Equity, Opportunity, and Progress w/ Dr. LaRhonda Williams:: Ep. 10 Blue Lift Podcast 1:04:58

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Title: A Vision for Tennessee Rooted in Equity, Opportunity, and Progress Episode 10- Dr. LaRhonda Williams Peggy sits down with Dr. LaRhonda Williams, a candidate for Tennessee’s District 65 with a diverse background in political science, criminal justice, and education. Dr. LaRhonda highlights her father's service as a Lieutenant Colonel and POW …

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How a Husband and Wife Duo Developed a Lifesaving App w/Charles and Holly Roselle:: Ep 214 MMTBP 1:05:42

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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…

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Advocating for Reproductive Rights, Mental Health, and Economic Well-being in Tennessee w/ Dr. Laura Andreson:: Ep. 9 Blue Lift Podcast 45:30

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Title: Advocating for Reproductive Rights, Mental Health, and Economic Well-being in Tennessee Episode 9- Dr. Laura Andreson Peggy sits down with Dr. Laura Andreson, an OBGYN running for Tennessee's state legislature. She decided to run for office after the fall of Roe v. Wade, as she felt compelled to engage in political advocacy to protect women'…

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Pauline Joseph's Journey of Empowering Women Through Vulnerability w/Pauline Joseph:: Ep 213 MMTBP 1:44:57

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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…

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The Challenges of Maintaining Authenticity in a Digital Age w/Huggy and Hutch :: Ep 212 MMTBP 1:05:04

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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…

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The Fight for Equity in Williamson County Schools w/ Revida Rahman :: Ep. 8 Blue Lift Podcast 47:37

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Title: The Fight for Equity in Williamson County Schools Episode 8- Revida Rahman Peggy talks with Revida Rahman, a community leader in Williamson County, Tennessee who has been at the forefront of efforts to address systemic racism and inequities in the local school district. In 2018, Ravida and other families of color in the area began to raise c…

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Breaking the Republican Supermajority in the Tennessee State Legislature w/ Charles Uffelman :: Ep 7 Blue Lift Podcast 57:35

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Peggy talks with Political Director at Tennessee Legislative Democrats, Charles Uffelman. In this episode of Blue Lift, host Peggy Kingsbury sits down with Charles "Chazz" Uffelman, a seasoned political organizer and expert on Tennessee politics. Chazz shares his personal journey into politics, starting from his early involvement in the 2008 Obama …

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Navigating the Evolving Music Industry w/Jeremy Little :: Ep 211 MMTBP 1:17:45

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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 …

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Crafting Sounds, Building Community: The Dream Cymbals Story w/Andy Morris :: MMTBP Special Episode 53:07

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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…

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Decoding Body Language and Facial Features w/ Brain Galke 1:14:26

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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…

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Having More Appreciation for The Federal Government w/ Maryam Abolfazli :: Ep. 6 Blue Lift Podcast 1:14:36

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Having More Appreciation for The Federal Government Episode 6- Maryam Abolfazli Maryam Abolfazli is running against Andy Ogles to represent Tennessee’s 5th Congressional District. Maryam, a proud Tennessean, refuses to stand idly by while our state's values are under attack. Now, she's determined to stop extremist politicians from dismantling our f…

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Putting People Over Politics w/ Claire Jones :: Ep. 5 Blue Lift Podcast 56:07

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Putting people over politics w/ Claire Jones In this episode, Peggy gets to have a conversation with Claire Jones. A Kentucky native and nurse who is running for Tennessee House District 61, covering Brentwood and Franklin. Her campaign focuses on people over politics, aiming to address issues like gun control and healthcare through balanced legisl…

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How Two Fitness Enthusiasts Built a Thriving Wellness Business w/Cat Bryson and Lisa Brantley 1:19:29

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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…

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Training to Fight Evil w/Brink Fidler :: Ep 208 MMTBP 1:21:36

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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 …

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Lifting Voices, Bridging Divides W/Dr. Rod Berger :: Ep. 4 Blue Lift Podcast 47:10

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Lifting Voices, Bridging Divides W/Dr. Rod Berger Peggy talks with Dr. Rod Berger – A globally acclaimed storyteller and keynote speaker, who's special power is converting today's stories into tomorrow's currency! In this episode, they talk about finding the best way to find your own voice, concern for local school districts, working for water in U…

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Journey as a Female Drummer w/Hayley Cramer :: MMTBP Special Episode 22:38

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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…

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The Genesis of Tennessee Holler w/Justin Kanew :: Ep 3 Blue Lift Podcast 54:24

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Peggy talks with Justin Kanew, founder of Tennessee Holler about his vested interest in the betterment of Tennessee. Justin is a husband and dad and movie producer who recently ran for congress in Tennessee's 7th District, and who thinks you should run for office too. Challenges in Voter Turnout and Election Integrity (3:09) Healthcare and Rural Br…

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How Women Are Treated in Politics w/Holly McCall :: Ep 2 Blue Lift Podcast 52:05

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Peggy talks with Award-Winning Journalist with Tennessee Lookout Holly McCall about the treatment women seem to receive in politics. An award-winning columnist, Holly McCall has been a fixture in Tennessee media and politics for decades. She covered city hall for papers in Columbus, Ohio and Joplin, Missouri before returning to Tennessee. Holly bri…

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One Loud & Proud 6th Generation Williamson County Resident w/Damon Rogers :: Ep 1 Blue Lift Podcast 33:15

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In this debut episode of Blue Lift, Peggy talks with 6th generation Williamson County resident and good friend, Damon Rogers. Damon is a Navy wife and outspoken in all things TN Democrat! Her blue realization started when George W. Bush sent her husband back to war in 2001. Her story about becoming a loud and proud Democrat is captivating and will …

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Drumming and podcasting w/Michael Vosbein :: MMTBP Music City Drum Show Special Episode 22:04

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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…

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Kings Custom Drums w/Jason Reyes :: MMTBP Music City Drum Show Special Episode 12:57

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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…

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Actions over Rhetoric w/Spring Hill's Jason Miller :: Ep 207 MMTBP 57:59

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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…

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Taking New Ownership on a Spring Hill Franchise :: Ep 206 MMTBP 49:22

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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…

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Building Maury & Williamson Business Homes w/Dave Craker :: Ep 205 MMTBP 52:47

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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…

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Establishing Boundaries for Balance w/CareyAnn Cyr :: Ep 204 MMTBP 1:09:59

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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…

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BEATing Breast Cancer w/April Samuels :: MMTBP Music City Drum Show Special Episode 24:49

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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…

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A Culture-Focused Leader w/Steve Brink :: Ep 203 MMTBP 1:21:07

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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…

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Catering to AI w/Nashville’s Michael Attias :: Ep 202 MMTBP 1:09:25

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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…

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Local Elections Matter w/Columbia’s Ray Jeter :: Ep 201 MMTBP 1:06:43

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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…

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A Change of Seasons w/Franklin’s Doug Griffin :: Ep 200 MMTBP 1:05:00

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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…

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It’s How You Show UP w/Spring Hill’s Daniel Cruz :: Ep 199 MMTBP 1:01:18

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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…

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The Importance of Long Term Networking w/Franklin’s Ryan Reid :: Ep 198 MMTBP 1:04:33

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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…

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A True Nashville Native Who Knows His Market w/Nick Woodard :: Ep 197 MMTBP 49:26

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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, …

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The “Shear” Passion of Weather w/Weather Down in Muletown :: Ep 196 MMTBP 1:17:38

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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…

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The Value of Knowing How You Come Off w/Spring Hill’s Dave Dutton :: Ep 195 MMTBP 1:05:49

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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…

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The Evolution of Modern Media Consumption w/Cole Evans :: Ep 194 MMTBP 1:19:35

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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.…

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Vulnerability + Candor = TRUE Authenticity w/Jim Morris :: Ep 193 MMTBP 1:16:06

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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…

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Building the Foundations of a Future Franchise w/Cookeville’s Shane Ray - Ep 192 MMTBP 41:29

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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 …

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A Brooklyn Legacy in Nashville w/The Maccas - Ep 191 MMTBP 1:21:57

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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…

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Maximizing Your Freelancing Career w/Nashville’s Steve Lomas - Ep 190 MMTBP 49:28

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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…

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Connecting Businesses to Neighbors w/College Grove’s Lyndsay Stafford - Ep 188 MMTBP 1:10:42

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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 …

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The Art of Personal Branding w/Nashville’s John Mediana - Ep 189 MMTBP 1:17:22

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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 …

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Fitness and Health for Middle-Aged Men w/Spring Hill’s Danny Zacharias - Ep 187 MMTBP 1:04:18

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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…

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Improving Middle TN’s HVAC Trade w/Nolensville’s Justin Sharp - Ep 186 MMTBP 1:03:27

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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…

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Un-Squandered Opportunities and Healing by Faith w/Spring Hill TN’s Matt Rogers - Ep 185 MMTBP 1:19:27

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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…

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What it’s Like to Walk the Entire Natchez Trace for Autism :: Nashville’s TN’s Brad Meshell - Ep 184 MMTBP 1:10:43

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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…

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