On The Virg

Joining me this week On The Virg is Trackman Regional/Tour rep Lance Vinson. Lance shares stories of how COVID created an urgency for a new market in both the private and commercial business front as it pertains to simulators.  We discuss the crazy year for golf, the tours, Trackman and life in general. He also shares his stories of watching TW, Rory, DJ, JT, Rahm, Phil, Reed, Bryson and so much m...

Jodi Dillman joins me this week On The Virg. We discuss how her early life limiting beliefs were woken up  by mentors and life. Now a health and wellness coach, she shares her insights that she shares with all of her clients. She also offers all the steps to her health and wellness plan. Jodi graduated high school with me in 1992 at Littlestown High School. We shares some funny stories of our past...

Joining me this week On The Virg is managing director at Raymond James, Randy Woodward. Randy shares his lessons in the financial world, specifically bonds. He discusses his journey from being Mike Bloomberg’s right hand man at Solomon and Bloomberg. Randy shares stories from being a decathlete at Rider University and how it helped him in the financial world. Plus we dig into his love for golf, Me...

Joining me On The Virg this week is rapper/musician Jelly Roll. We discuss his journey from a pretty bad place to the top. He shares heart warming stories of life on stage, to the rough ride that got his life right and allowed him to follow his passion. We delve into his lyrical work and how his songs help him and his fans equally. Plus we talk Cypress Hill, Tool, Pearl Jam, and all the players th...

Joining me this week On The Virg is Paul Fassbender. Paul is the Managing Director of government affairs for a company here in Nashville. We discuss life on Capitol Hill and how working in D.C. shaped him into the person he is today. We discuss many misconceptions of government, the people that represent us, and the direction of the country. We also dig into rock and roll, St Louis Cardinals, Gree...

Joining me this week On The Virg is  manager/producer Matt Wallace. He describes the important of music artist's  owning their catalog. He describes all the processes he uses to help his artists achieve the best possible business situation for them in this ever changing world of the music industry. Matt shares some amazing stories of rap artist Jelly Roll, and how they have patiently built an...

Joining me this week On The Virg is the CEO of the new Music City Grand Prix, Matt Crews. We discuss the long and winding road it took to get a road race here in Nashville. We delve into Grand Prix history, greatest racers, and historical venues. We also discuss his NCAA football career. Matt was the leading scorer his senior year at MTSU as a kicker. He shares his highs and lows and what he learn...

John Meredith joins me once again On The Virg this week. We discuss his Nostradamus-like prediction of what would happen to our country if we had a pandemic from last years podcast. We discuss what should be being done to help everyone navigate COVID 19. We also discuss why he gave up a very lucrative job at Johnson & Johnson to start CURE Michigan. He also shares all he has learned from the C...

Joining us this week On The Virg is songwriter/artist Luke Laird. We discuss his new album, Music Row , and the motivation behind it. We also delve into his numerous number 1 hits that he has written for the who’s who of country music. He shares his love for basketball, the Cavs and the amazing night he enjoyed of game 3 in Cleveland as LeBron changed to history of the franchise forever.

Joining me this week On The Virg is singer/songwriter Kelly Lovelace. Kelly discusses his processes he goes through in a songwriting session. We discuss his favorite moments while writing with Brad Paisley, and he sings a song for us that he wrote for Paisley. We also dig into what golf means to him. K-Lo delivers in so many topics. 

Founder of Akers Media Solutions, the production team behind both my podcasts OTV and Elevated, Chase Akers, comes On the Virg to talk entrepreneurship in the creative industries. With a long history of a dynamic career, Chase has become one of the most in-demand musicians and DJs in Nashville. Son of legendary musician and producer Tim Akers, Chase has broad exposure to many fields in the creativ...

Joining me this week On The Virg is Gerry Keogh. As the sales manager for Twins Bordeaux, he is an expert on French wine with a specialization in Bordeaux. We discuss all things Bordeaux: from first growths to Cru Bourgeois. Gerry grew up in Ireland, so we also dig into links golf, Guinness, Irish Whiskey, U2 and amazing wine travel. 

Joining me this week On The Virg is Wil Howard. Wil played college basketball at Belmont University and has fallen in love with the game of golf. Little did he know how golf would be a savior to him through a really difficult time. Now an SEC referee, he tells a story of perseverance and will power. Tune in to listen to one of the most amazing stories you could hear about love, perseverance,  trus...

Joining me this week On The Virg is attorney Mike Dagley. Mike discusses his unique entrepreneurial venture and how it changes his life, and how the fundamentals he applies in trial law relate to competitive golf and life. He also shares his opinion on what he saw during the OJ Simpson trial and what he learned. We discuss how golf has played a huge role in his life. We discuss Rolling Stones, Led...

On today's episode, we're kicking back and talking about the three things that On the Virg is made of: golf, wine, and music. I'll go into some golf swing mechanics, quality wines, and aspects of the music and entertainment industries.  You can also check out my other podcast ELEVATED featuring Drew Maddux on all platforms. 

Joining me this week On The Virg is one of the greatest sports performance coaches, Steven Yellin. We did our interview after a full day seminar with the Ensworth boys and girls golf team. We discuss his new book, “Simplicity” and how his life long work came to fruition. We answer big time performance questions like: Does muscle memory break down during poor performances? How do expectations, the...

Joining me this week On The Virg is long time country usic business icon Tim Wipperman. Tim discusses his rise from a Wisconsin boy to entering the publishing business with Chet Atkins, to his current position as President of Anthem Music Publishing.  He shares riveting stories of Willie Nelson, Kris Kristofferson, Jason Aldean, Taylor Swift, and many more.  We discuss how golf and music are inter...

Joining me this week On The Virg is PGA professional Butch Rhodes. As one of only five black quarter century club members of the PGA, he helps advise the PGA on diversity and inclusion. Butch talks candidly about the challenges he has faced throughout his career and what he believes is the best road forward for not only the PGA, but as a country as well. He also shares really cool stories of Magic...

Joining me this week On The Virg is Golfweek Golf Course rater and financial wholesaler Matt King. We discuss the process of becoming a rater, the fun he has doing it, and his favorite courses. We also discuss the life of a wholesaler and how he ended up in that profession. Plus he is a die hard Philly sports fan. Dr. J, Randall Cunningham, and Mike Schmidt make their debut on the show.

Joining me this week On The Virg is decorated Navy pilot and anesthesiologist Travis Brannon. We discuss serving your country, the times we are facing now politically, and how golf has been his long standing passion. He shares multiple stories of courage, honor, and love. Travis and his wife Susie recently lost their son Travis in a Marine helicopter accident. He courageously shares what hit would...

Joining me this week On The Virg is the Head of High School at The Ensworth School, Nowell Hesse. We discuss how Covid-19 has flipped the educational system upside down, and the ideas and creative measures being appalled to get kids back to school and catch up on lost time. Plus, we discuss all the cutting edge initiatives he has put in place at Ensworth to raise the level of awareness for so many...

Joining me this week On The Virg is the owner of the Nashville Soccer Club, John Ingram. John discusses the road he and the city of Nashville took to bring a MLS Team to the city. He also shares his game plan for hiring players, manager, coaching staff, and support team to the club. John is also very active in Vanderbilt Athletics and shares his desires and beliefs on supporting an SEC program. He...

Joining me this week On The Virg is founder and president of Castle Homes, Alan Looney. Alan designs the most amazing custom homes and is recognized around the country as one of the most elite home builders. We discuss the nuances of custom home building, and from where his passion for building originated. We draw parallels between his profession and his deep love for golf. This Texas man shares h...

Joining me On The Virg this week is Pat Sellers. Pat is one of the best putting coaches in the world. He discusses his interview process around creating his 5 fundamentals of putting - from Tiger, to Loren Roberts, to Ben Crenshaw, to Brad Faxon, Pat put together their information to create a time tested group of keys. He tells stories from caddying for Tom Lehman, Bob Estes, Lorin Roberts, and Do...

Joining me On The Virg this week is Callaway Tour Rep Kellen Watson. We discuss how Covid 19 has altered club company sales and tour representation. We also dig into how Callaway took feedback from the 2019 ball to completely upgrade the QC of the ball making process to make their brand the best in golf. Plus, we talk about the Mavrik driver and why it is receiving such fantastic accolades. Kellen...