Clarksville Insider

What's happening in the Clarksville and Montgomery County real estate market? In this October Real Estate Round-up, host Josh Atkins breaks down local home sales, prices, inventory, and days on market, comparing the latest numbers with last month, six months ago, and a year ago. Whether you're buying, selling, or staying put, find out what the numbers mean for you and what you might want...

Clarksville native Jesse Trout joins Clarksville Insider to share a powerful story of resilience, recovery, purpose, and mentorship. A graduate of Austin Peay State University, Jesse works with college students across multiple states through Sigma Chi, helping young men navigate leadership, accountability, values, choices, and the challenges of college life. Jesse also shares what he has learned t...

What’s really happening in the Clarksville, Tennessee real estate market right now? In this September 2026 Real Estate Roundup, host Josh Atkins breaks down the latest Clarksville and Montgomery County housing market numbers straight from the local MLS, comparing the past 30 days with six months ago and the same time last year. We look at active listings, homes under contract, homes sold, expired...

Clarksville entrepreneur and BBQ enthusiast Brian Easley joins host Josh Atkins to talk about creativity, barbecue, business, and the ideas that turn into something bigger. From launching Smokin’ Hot Guys BBQ and competing in barbecue competitions to catering events and building a nationwide barbecue finder, Brian shares how a simple first competition helped spark a passion that keeps leading him...

In this episode of Clarksville Insider’s Real Estate Roundup , host (and Realtor) Josh Atkins takes a closer look at what’s really happening in the Clarksville, TN and Montgomery County real estate market . Rather than making predictions or relying on national housing headlines, Josh uses current local market information to give buyers, sellers, homeowners, and anyone considering a move a clearer...

In this episode of Clarksville Insider , host Josh Atkins sits down with longtime Montgomery County middle school counselor Tammy Smith to create a practical survival guide for navigating the middle school years. Drawing from more than two decades of experience, Tammy shares what parents of incoming sixth graders can expect, how boys and girls often experience middle school differently, ways to en...

In this episode of Clarksville Insider , host Josh Atkins sits down with Clarksville native and financial advisor Tyler Guy for a practical, down-to-earth conversation about money, investing, and financial planning. Tyler shares why having a plan matters more than trying to time the market, and how emotions often become our biggest obstacle to making wise financial decisions. Along the way, they d...

In this episode of Clarksville Insider , Josh sits down with Ellen Emrick, the owner of Inspire Learn Grow ABA, to talk about her lifelong connection to Clarksville, her winding career path from speech therapy into applied behavior analysis, and what inspired her to start her own business. Ellen explains what ABA is, how her clinic helps children with autism build communication, social, and everyd...

In this month’s Clarksville Insider Real Estate Roundup, host Josh Atkins takes a look at the Montgomery County housing market as summer gets underway. Using local MLS data, Josh compares current trends in inventory, buyer activity, home prices, and market timing to earlier this spring and the same time last year. Instead of making predictions, the focus is on understanding what the numbers are sh...

In this month’s Real Estate Roundup on Clarksville Insider, host Josh Atkins takes a closer look at the Montgomery County housing market as summer gets underway. Using local MLS data, Josh explores how inventory, buyer activity, home prices, and market timing have shifted compared to both earlier this spring and the same time last year. Rather than making bold predictions, he focuses on helping li...

In the debut of his new “Mr. Fix-It” series, Josh takes on the high-pressure world of TCAP and state standardized testing, breaking down how it affects students, teachers, and families across Clarksville. Drawing from his own experience as a teacher in the school system, he explores where the stress really begins and how it builds at every level before reaching the classroom and the home. Then he...

In this episode of Clarksville Insider , host Josh Atkins delivers a spring Real Estate Roundup, taking a closer look at how the Montgomery County housing market is shaping up as we move through March and into the busy season. Using local MLS data, he walks through recent activity, compares it to last year, and highlights the subtle shifts that often come with this time of year. Rather than tellin...

In this episode of Clarksville Insider , host Josh Atkins sits down with Sam Henry and David Kissell to talk about their heart for local teens and their work with Young Life here in Clarksville. Through personal stories and honest conversation, they share what it looks like to consistently show up for students, build trust over time, and witness real life change through relationships that go far b...

In this episode of Clarksville Insider , host Josh Atkins sits down with Sabrina Gibson, a mom of two, middle school PE teacher, high school soccer coach, and the founder of Gibson Soccer lessons. Together, they explore how youth sports can build confidence and character beyond wins and losses, and how coaches and parents can help kids navigate pressure, fear of failure, and burnout while keeping...

In this special year-end episode of Clarksville Insider , host Josh Atkins delivers the final real estate roundup of the year with a big-picture look at Montgomery County’s housing market. Instead of focusing on a single month, Josh breaks down full year-end totals and compares how the market finished this year versus 2024, covering sales activity, days on market, pricing trends, and what the numb...

In this nostalgic and lighthearted episode of Clarksville Insider , host Josh Atkins sits down with his mom to break down some of the “pillars” of the classic 90s Christmas experience. Together, they compare 80s vs. 90s Christmases, share a few family stories, and reflect on how holiday traditions have changed in the age of Amazon Prime. It’s a warm, funny conversation that will instantly transpor...

In this episode of Clarksville Insider , host Josh Atkins sits down with local vinyl enthusiast Ron Frizell for a deep dive into the booming world of record collecting. From discovering rare pressings and supporting Clarksville’s own record shops to the powerful connections between vinyl, nostalgia, and live music, Ron shares the stories and albums that shaped his incredible year. Whether you&apos...

In this episode of Clarksville Borough Breakdown – Sango , host Josh Atkins takes you through one of Clarksville’s fastest-growing and most talked-about areas. From its “country-but-close-to-everything” lifestyle to the boom around Exit 11, Josh breaks down what makes Sango a top choice for families and commuters. Whether you’re new to town or a longtime local, this quick guide gives you a clearer...

In this episode of Clarksville Insider , host Josh Atkins brings back the Real Estate Roundup to give listeners a clear, no-fluff look at what’s really happening in the Montgomery County housing market. Josh walks through the latest October 2025 stats , comparing them with numbers from earlier this year and even a year ago to highlight local trends in listings, sales, and pricing. Instead of predi...

In this episode of Clarksville Insider , host Josh Atkins sits down with former home inspector–turned–roofer Austin Lang to dig into the unseen stories beneath Clarksville homes. From wild crawlspace discoveries to the surprising details that make or break a home inspection, Austin shares what buyers should really look for, how small issues can turn into big problems, and why understanding your ho...

On this episode of Clarksville Insider , host Josh Atkins sits down with Jamie Wright, longtime Nashville SC superfan, as she shares how her family has turned soccer into a fun and unforgettable experience everyone in their family. From insider tips on parking, tickets, and the best seats, to kids’ club perks, tailgates, and pre-game festivities, Jamie walks us through everything families need to...

In this month’s Real Estate Roundup on Clarksville Insider , host Josh Atkins takes a close look at the current housing market in Montgomery County, Tennessee, comparing recent trends to past months and last year. Using data straight from the MLS, Josh breaks down shifts in inventory, how quickly homes are selling, and how close sale prices are to their asking prices. He shares insights on what th...

In this episode of Clarksville Insider , Josh sits down with local drum teacher Seth Sherley to talk about the impact of music lessons on kids—and what it’s like to teach them. From first-time students to natural-born drummers, Seth shares what parents should know, how to encourage kids without pushing too hard, and why music is a gift that keeps giving. Whether you're considering lessons or...

In this Father's Day episode of Clarksville Insider , Josh and guest Seth Reneau reflect on moments that defined some of television's most meaningful father figures. They explore themes of sacrifice, protection, wisdom, and stepping up—not just for their own kids, but for anyone in need of guidance. Through stories of tough love, late-night bonding, and life lessons disguised as everyday...

In this episode of Clarksville Insider , Josh Atkins sits down with Ryan Diehl (President/Clarksville Chapter) to share the inspiring story behind the DWYERFIRE Goldstar Foundation, an organization created to honor the legacy of CW3 Steve Dwyer and support Gold Star children across the country. Ryan discusses the powerful impact Steve had on those around him, the foundation’s mission to carry that...