Mostly Middle Tennessee Business Podcast

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.  During his time in the Navy, he gained unique exper...

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 leaving the Secret Service in 2015, Charles trans...

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 transformation.  After successful stints in the TV i...

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-building, and hard work. We discuss the challenges...

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 successful jingle producer. Jeremy emphasizes t...

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 Sounds, Building Community: The Dream Symbols Story w/...

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 traits, like upper lip shape and nostril size, can po...

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 authenticity and community. We talk about their backgro...

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 School in the Green Hills neighborhood of Nashvill...

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 special episode, we hear all about Hayley Cramer and he...

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 manufacturers about the various facets of the music busines...

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 special episode, I sat down with Jason Reyes, owner of...

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 terms of culture creation and just keeping it real....

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 has his sights on expanding Costa Vida locations in...

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 and acumen, it’s Dave.  After cutting his teeth and...

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 I know. Her drive is something at which to be mar...

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 episode, I sat down with April Samuels with Breast Canc...

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 there are those managers who show you how to do thin...

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 and caterers.   We also discuss the challenges 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 with suburban enterprise.    To say that Ray Jete...

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 medium was intended, hanging around as long as their...

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 portfolios. In his experience, it’s about how one shows up...

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 BNI chapter in the region, being with The Williamso...

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, connection, and adaptability. We discuss the imp...

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 weather. The best part? They do it because they absolut...