Deep Ish

In this week's episode of Deep Ish, Jake sits down with singer-songwriter Sheyna Gee for one of the most honest and unexpectedly hilarious conversations. We get into Sheyna’s journey from growing up in LA to moving to Nashville with no backup plan, betting everything on music, navigating heartbreak, family trauma, ADHD, toxic relationships, and what it really takes to survive as an independent art...

In this episode, Jake sits down with Aaron Dwyer—former police officer, golf pro, and now successful real estate leader. In this episode, we unpack a powerful shift in perspective: You don’t have one “calling” — you have a series of assignments. We dive into identity, purpose, success, and why so many people chase the wrong things for years… only to feel empty when they finally get them. This conv...

In this episode, Jake sits down with country R&B artist Mike Parker. He opens up about leaving a small town in Virginia, taking a leap to LA, and realizing that success without purpose doesn’t hit the way you think it will. We talk about the reality of chasing music in LA, why “having everything” can still leave you unfulfilled, how American Idol changed everything, how he found his sound—and...

In this episode, Jake sits down with Chef Daniel Mangione, Executive Pastry Chef in Nashville, to talk about far more than just desserts. From building tables during COVID to leading a high-level kitchen team, Chef Daniel shares how creativity, discipline, and service all intersect. We get into the chaos of starting over in a new city, the unexpected success of a side hustle that turned into a ful...

In this episode of Deep Ish, Jake sits down with Josh Gamble. This one goes everywhere—in the best way. We start with how we met at Barry’s and quickly realize something wild: same upbringing, same environments… just 10 years apart. From Christian schools and strict rules to sneaking music, stealing golf carts (allegedly), and figuring out who we actually are—this episode is a real look at how per...

In this episode, Jake sits down with David Piersaul. This episode starts unfiltered and turns into one of the realest conversations we’ve had. From how we met to navigating faith, friendship, and creativity, we get into what it actually means to show up for people—and for your work—without faking it. We talk about the difference between empathy and “out-struggling,” why most people settle for good...

In this episode of Deep Ish, Jake sits down with rising country artist Peech. to talk about the turning points that shaped his life—from growing up in a small town, to using music as an emotional outlet, to spending time in jail, and completely redefining his direction. We get into the moment everything shifted for him, why he turned to music instead of talking about his emotions, and how his jour...

March Madness is here—and we’re breaking it all down in a special edition of Deep Ish. From bracket chaos and bold predictions to the most painful heartbreaks we’ve ever experienced as fans, this episode is packed with everything that makes college basketball special. We debate whether the first two days of March Madness are the greatest in sports, talk Cinderella runs, relive brutal losses, and g...

In this episode of Deep Ish, Jake sits down with arguably his favorite guest he'll ever have… his oldest son Roman. They talk about school, sports, friendship, becoming a big brother, his dreams of meeting the guys from Dude Perfect, and some hilarious “Would You Rather” questions. Somehow the conversation moves from hockey at recess… to Duke basketball… to whether Jake's homemade pizza be...

In this episode of Deep Ish, Jake sits down with AJ Thomas, the founder of NAPD, a Nashville-based clothing brand, but his journey started far from entrepreneurship. From growing up in a small Illinois town to playing college football, AJ thought the path was clear — until life forced him to pivot. In this episode, we talk about identity after sports, the power of relationships, taking risks, and...

Dr. Cody Prizer has rehabbed professional athletes, worked alongside heart surgeons, and built a career around helping people move without pain. But in this episode of Deep Ish, we talk about his newest journey — becoming a father. We dive into what it feels like to go from being the fixer to being the one learning. The pressure of being the “rock” of a household. The reality that success doesn’t...

This week on Deep Ish, Jake sit down with Parker Graye — a small-town Ontario native who grew up on hockey rinks, bush parties, and Tim Hortons runs — and unpack the long road from snowboarding in Banff to building a life in country music. What started as a restless pull to leave home at 17 turned into a winding journey through broken collarbones, studio houses in Vancouver, 300-song writing years...

In this episode of  Deep Ish , Jake sits down with one of his closest friends, singer-songwriter  Halle Kearns , for an honest conversation about the moments that quietly shape who we become. We talk about growing up in the aftermath of her parents’ divorce, how music became both an escape and a lifeline, and the deeper realization she’s only recently uncovered — that her drive to pursue music may...

In this episode of Deep Ish, Jake and Tim Clarke touch on adoption, independence, relationships formed in weird seasons of life, and the quiet ways time and experience shape who we become. We talk about the pandemic’s effect on relationships, the loss of character in our world, and the things we don’t realize we’re carrying until someone asks the right question. Brought to you by GrnHaus Media

In this episode of  Deep Ish , Jake sits down with Trea Allen — creative, former athlete, and founder of the clothing brand  On the Other Side  — to talk about what happens when you realize you don’t fit the mold you were given. Trea reflects on growing up in a sports-first world while quietly carrying a love for music, creativity, and self-expression — and the tension that comes with choosing a p...

DEK of Hearts joins  Deep Ish  to talk about the real journey behind their rapid rise — from small town beginnings and early bar gigs to The Voice and beyond. We discuss choosing Niall as a coach, navigating imposter syndrome, building a band from scratch, staying rooted in faith, and why “overnight success” is almost never actually overnight. Brought to you by GrnHaus Media

In this episode of  Deep Ish , Jacob sits down with creative entrepreneur and filmmaker  Blaine  for a wide-ranging conversation about purpose, identity, success, and what it actually means to live a meaningful life. From growing up in Indiana, being told he’d “never be good enough,” and chasing achievement at a young age — to building a business at 14, walking away from college soccer, and moving...

In Episode 3 Nashville country artist Madeline Carter  joins  Deep Ish  to talk about songwriting, faith, and the long road to finding your sound. We dive into the grind behind the scenes, chasing purpose over trends, and why success is rarely overnight. Brought to you by GrnHaus Media

In this episode of Deep Ish, Jake sits down with one of his closest friends, Kelly — creative, worship leader, designer, entrepreneur, and founder of the Southern-rooted brand Wayne — to talk about burnout, identity, growing up in the 90s, healing, friendship, marriage, and what it means to be yourself when life forces you to change. Brought to you by GrnHaus Media

In Part 2 of my conversation with WithCo founder Josh Ellis, we dive deep into the wild, gritty, and inspiring story behind one of Nashville’s most beloved beverage brands. Josh opens up about growing up in the car-lot hustle, losing everything in the 2010 Nashville flood, rebuilding from scratch through insurance and real estate, and eventually taking the terrifying leap into entrepreneurship…aga...

In this first part of Jake's conversation with Josh Ellis — co-founder of WithCo — the two dive into childhood, identity, emotional intelligence, and intentional parenting. Josh shares what shaped him growing up in Franklin, TN, how hands-on work taught him more than classrooms ever did, and why becoming a present, emotionally aware dad has transformed his life. Brought to you by GrnHaus Media

Sometimes it’s deep. Sometimes it’s just ish. In this first episode, host Jake Law gives you the inside scoop on how Deep Ish came to be. He shares the story behind GrnHaus, his journey from ministry to podcasting, and what you can expect from future episodes. No matter your beliefs, this episode is all about curiosity, growth, and a little bit of fun along the way — with the occasional overshare....