The Heart of Donelson & Hermitage

What does a life well-lived look like? In this heartfelt conversation, Troy sits down with his father — a Nashville native, veteran real estate agent, and legendary figure in the local baseball community — to reflect on a lifetime of work, family, and faith. From growing up on the rural farmland of Smith Springs and Antioch in the 1940s and 50s, to building a real estate career that has spanned ov...

In this episode of The Heart of Donelson-Hermitage, Troy sits down with Reggie Patton, a home inspector he trusts and works with regularly on real estate transactions throughout the Nashville area. Reggie shares his expertise on what homeowners should know about maintaining their homes, preventing costly repairs, and getting their properties ready to sell. From common inspection findings to practi...

Join host Troy Charlton for an inspiring and heartfelt conversation with Nashville media legend Joe Dubin, better known as "Big Joe on the Go." In this episode, Joe shares his incredible journey from growing up in the Donelson community to becoming a three-time Emmy-winning broadcaster and beloved voice on 102.5 The Game. Joe opens up about his path into television and radio, the lessons...

In this episode of the Heart of Donelson Hermitage podcast, host Troy Charlton sits down with Terry Williams-Nutter, Executive Director of the Donelson Hermitage Chamber of Commerce, to explore the vibrant community and business environment of Donelson Hermitage, Tennessee. Terry shares her unique journey from performing at Opryland as a teenager to leading one of Middle Tennessee's most dyna...

In this inaugural episode of "The Heart of Donelson and Hermitage," host Troy Charlton sits down with April Ban, the Clinical Program Director at Women of Worth. April shares her personal journey into counseling and her passion for working with women in the reentry population. She provides an in-depth look at the incredible work of Women of Worth, a faith-based organization in Donelson t...