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Mostly Middle Tennessee Business Podcast

Real conversations about the stories, challenges, struggles and triumphs of Middle Tennessee"s entrepreneurs, business owners and professionals. Broadcasting from the J2HQ in Thompson"s Station. www.mmtbp.com

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67:29

Authentic Storytelling w/ Benjamin Rydberg :: Ep 240...

Mostly Middle Tennessee Business Podcast ·

2025/04/23

Podcast Episode Title:"Authentic Storytelling"Show Description:In this engaging episode of the Mostly Middle Tennessee Business Podcast, host Jim McCarthy dives deep with Benjamin Rydberg, videographer of It's Your Show, exploring his transformation from a film school graduate to a strategic video production professional.Highlights:Navigating the challenges of starting a creative business during the pandemicInsights into modern video production and storytellingUnique services like "Presentation

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89:28

Unconventional Wellness w/ Frank Marghella :: Ep 239...

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2025/04/16

Podcast Episode Title:"Unconventional Wellness"Show Description:Join host Jim McCarthy and Frank Marghella of Ideal Health and Wellness Center as they dive deep into a wide-ranging conversation about health, nutrition, sports, music, and the journey of a Northeast transplant making his mark in Middle Tennessee.Highlights:Frank's move from Long Island to Nashville in 2007The importance of chiropractic care for athletes and childrenInsights into nutrition, inflammation, and holistic health

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77:56

Investments and Impersonations w/ Jared Peters :: Ep...

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2025/04/10

Podcast Episode Title:"Investments and Impersonations"Show Description:In this captivating episode of the Mostly Middle Tennessee Business Podcast, Jared Peters shares his remarkable story of family heritage, real estate adventures, and entrepreneurial spirit.Highlights:His family's migration from Soviet Russia to California's Central ValleyNavigating the 2008 real estate market as a young investorUnique experiences in property management, including colorful characters and unexpected storiesInsights

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99:11

Wheels of Wisdom w/ Matt West :: Ep 237 Mostly Middle...

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2025/04/02

Podcast Episode Title:"Wheels of Wisdom"Show Description:In this captivating episode of the Mostly Middle Tennessee Business Podcast, host Jim McCarthy sits down with Matt West, CEO of Route Consultant, to explore an incredible career transformation from car sales to logistics brokerage. Discover how West navigated the challenging automotive industry, learned invaluable business lessons from mentors like Steve Brink, and ultimately found his calling in a unique entrepreneurial

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48:52

Embracing Authenticity w/ Lyndsay Stafford :: Ep 236...

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2025/03/26

Title:"Embracing Authenticity"Show Description:In this engaging episode of the Mostly Middle Tennessee Business Podcast, host Jim McCarthy sits down with Lyndsay Stafford, a dynamic business coach and entrepreneur. Lyndsay shares her remarkable journey from working in a tanning salon to running Stafford Solutions, offering insights into:Highlights:Her philosophy of hiring experts for tasks she doesn't enjoyNavigating business challenges in the post-pandemic eraLeveraging AI as a strategic business

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69:47

Uncorking the Wine Industry w/ Laura Huston :: Ep 235...

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2025/03/20

Podcast Episode Title: "Uncorking the Wine Industry"Show Description:In this episode of The Mostly Middle Tennessee Business Podcast, we sit down with Laura Houston, the founder of Bell and Bottle, a wine curation and event company. Laura shares her journey from corporate America to the wine industry, discussing her experiences working with boutique wineries and her passion for supporting female entrepreneurs.Highlights:Laura's transition from a corporate career to starting her own wine business

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106:00

Navigating the Insurance World w/ Kevin Michelson ::...

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2025/03/12

Podcast Episode Title: "Navigating the Insurance Landscape"Show Description:In this episode of the Mostly Middle Tennessee Business Podcast, host Jim McCarthy sits down with insurance expert and longtime friend Kevin Michelson to discuss the challenges and opportunities in the insurance industry.Highlights:The impact of rising storm frequency and severity on homeowner's insurance premiums and coverageInnovative solutions emerging, such as wind/hail deductible buyback programs, to help consumers

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110:24

Art of Honest Conversations w/ Michel Mercurio :: Ep...

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2025/03/05

Podcast Episode Title: "Art of Honest Conversations"Show Description:In this episode of the Mostly Middle Tennessee Business Podcast, host Jim McCarthy sits down with financial advisor Michael Mercurio to discuss his unique approach to wealth management. Michael shares his insights on the importance of honesty, transparency, and putting the client's needs first, drawing from his experiences in the car sales industry.Highlights:Michael shares his unexpected journey from the car sales industry, where

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105:10

Pivoting for the Sake of Mental Health w/Ed Fox :: Ep...

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2025/02/25

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast....subscribe/follow/rate/review at www.mmtbp.comIn this episode, we bring back Ed Fox, a four-time returning guest, to discuss his journey of navigating recent life and business challenges. Ed shares his experiences with severe depression, selling his franchises, and finding a new path forward.Key Highlights:- The importance of finding passion and joy in your work, even when facing difficulties- Strategies for dealing with burnout and maintaining a positive

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60:18

Embracing the Entrepreneurial Spirit w/ Jason Wenth...

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2025/02/18

Podcast Episode Title: "Embracing the Entrepreneurial Spirit"Podcast Episode Description:In this episode of the Mostly Middle Tennessee Business Podcast, we sit down with Jason, the founder of Dozer Dudes, to explore his journey from corporate management to the world of excavation and land development.Highlights:Discover how Jason's background in retail and food service management prepared him for the challenges of entrepreneurship in the construction industry.Learn about the unique equipment and

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63:59

Creating a Culture of Care w/ Christopher McClintock...

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2025/02/11

Creating a Culture of Care w/ Christopher McClintock :: Ep 230 MMTBPIn this episode, I talk to Christopher McClintock, an entrepreneur in Middle Tennessee.We discuss his entrepreneurial journey, starting with a gym in Middle Tennessee and expanding to Comfort Keepers, a non-medical home care service. He emphasizes the importance of integrity in business, sharing how his gym's success was built on returning phone calls and providing excellent service. Christopher also highlights the challenges of

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78:15

From the NFL Gridiron to the Boardroom w/Avery...

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2025/02/04

A Middle Tennessee Business Podcast....subscribe/follow/rate/review at www.mmtbp.comIn this episode, we sit down with former NFL linebacker Avery Williamson to discuss his transition from a successful professional football career to navigating the business world. Avery shares the challenges of adjusting to life after the NFL, from dealing with the uncertainty of free agency to exploring various entrepreneurial ventures.Highlights include:- Avery's passion for football from a young age and the

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72:42

Reflections of a Radio Veteran w/ Johnny B :: Ep 228...

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2025/01/28

Reflections of a Radio Veteran w/ Johnny B :: Ep 228 MMTBPIn this episode, I talk to Johnny B, a radio industry veteran.We discuss the evolution and challenges of the radio industry. Johnny, who started in radio through his father's country stations, shares his experiences, including working with Phil Valentine and transitioning to talk radio. We reflect on the impact of Phil's passing and the changes in the industry. We also discuss the importance of sales skills for on-air talent and the potential

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97:16

Cultivating Compassionate Leadership w/ Amanda Banks...

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2025/01/21

Cultivating Compassionate Leadership w/ Amanda Banks & John Woerner :: Ep 227 MMTBPIn this 3rd annual episode, I talk to John Woerner, My fellow J2 Owner and CEO, and Amanda Banks, a former guest who has a knack for helping individuals and organizations buy into a vision, process or idea through events, education and experiences.The conversation revolves around the episode featuring returning guests discussing business and personal growth. John shares his experience of becoming a TEDx speaker,

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93:34

From Setback to Comeback w/ Gabriel Sedlak :: Ep 226...

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2025/01/14

From Setback to Comeback w/ Gabriel Sedlak :: Ep 226 MMTBPIn this episode, we talk to Gabriel Sedlak, a seasoned and successful network sales and marketing proWe discuss the importance of resilience and adaptability in business and life. Gabriel shares his experience of transitioning from a successful but declining business model to joining a new company. He emphasizes the need to stay grounded, be discerning, and not compromise one's values. We also touch on the impact of media and public

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83:12

Navigating the Changing Tides of Radio w/ Paul Ladd...

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2025/01/07

Navigating the Changing Tides of Radio w/ Paul Ladd :: Ep 225 MMTBPIn this episode, we talk to Paul Ladd, a veteran in the radio industry.We discuss his career journey from North Carolina to Nashville, highlighting his work with World Christian Broadcasting. Paul shares experiences from his early days in radio, including his time at Lenoir Community College and his first job in North Carolina. We emphasize the evolution of radio technology and the importance of adapting to new media like podcasting

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76:34

A Holistic Approach to Women's Health w/ Tracy...

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2024/12/31

A Holistic Approach to Women's Health w/ Tracy Rickstrew :: Ep 224 MMTBPIn this episode, we talk to Tracy Rickstrew, owner of Tracy Erin Wellness.Tracy, an RN and functional medicine practitioner, emphasizes the importance of addressing root causes of health issues rather than just treating symptoms. She discusses the impact of environmental factors like mold on health, the role of lifestyle changes, and the limitations of conventional medicine. Tracy shares a case study of a client named Emma whose

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94:43

The Journey of Haystack Dryers w/ Wayne Jacks :: Ep...

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2024/12/24

The Journey of Haystack Dryers w/ Wayne Jacks :: Ep 223 MMTBPIn this episode, we talk to Wayne Jacks, Vice President of Operations for Haystack Dryers.We discuss his career trajectory and current role at Haystack Dryers. Wayne, originally from the UK, moved to the US in 2007 to launch the US arm of Haystack Dryers, which manufactures drying machines for theme parks and other attractions. He shares his experiences from managing the London Eye to working with various theme parks, emphasizing the

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82:42

Balancing Creativity and Business w/ Jordan Roepke ::...

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2024/12/17

Balancing Creativity and Business w/ Jordan Roepke :: Ep 222 MMTBPIn this episode, we talk to Jordan Roepke, a photographer from Murfreesboro, Tennessee.Jordan shares his background, starting as a musician in Milwaukee and then transitioning to the country music scene in Southern California before ultimately settling in Nashville to pursue a career in rock music.A major focus of our conversation is Jordan's shift into the world of photography. He explains how he initially got into photography

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72:07

From Drumsticks to Deals w/ Jon Sexton :: Ep 221 The...

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2024/12/10

From Drumsticks to Deals w/ Jon Sexton :: Ep 221 MMTBPIn this episode, we talk to Jon Sexton, a personal branding expert and former drummer.He discusses his entrepreneurial journey from Visalia, California to Nashville, Tennessee. He shares his successes in building a personal training business, which later evolved into a health club, Boost Fit Club, and his transition into real estate. Jon emphasizes the importance of maximizing home equity through strategic investments like rentals and leveraging

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