On this episode of The 615 Podcast, Nick Woodard sits down with John Kimbrell, owner of Advance Collateral Recovery, for a wild, behind-the-scenes look at the repossession industry in Middle Tennessee. From starting a company with one used tow truck and $30,000 to tracking down tour buses, farm equipment, and NFL players’ rides, John explains how modern repo really works.John breaks down the business model, the tech (including LPR and Flock-style camera systems), and the human side of taking back assets when people stop paying. He and Nick also swap stories about living in Williamson County, being neighbors, and what this line of work teaches you about money, habits, and human nature.If you’ve ever wondered what really happens when a car gets repossessed, how far lenders will go to find an asset, or how your online footprint can give away your routines, this conversation will fascinate you.Timed Highlights: 00:00 – Nick’s intro and why this isn’t “just another real estate podcast” 02:05 – John’s story: from Franklin, TN to factory shifts and selling everything to start a repo company 09:10 – How the repossession business model works: lenders, forwarders, and getting paid to secure assets 13:30 – License plate recognition (LPR) and the billion-dollar tech behind finding cars 18:40 – Personality required for repo work and how John handles people in their worst financial moments 24:00 – Night moves: why most repos happen between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. 28:20 – Confrontations, guns, and why John’s company bans firearms on the job 33:10 – Being Producer Jim’s neighbor and “dragging the kills home” in an HOA 38:00 – Flock-style cameras, constant surveillance, and how powerful plate-tracking really is 45:05 – Abuse of data, stalking concerns, and why some cities are rethinking their camera vendors 51:20 – What happens to your stuff: car seats, laptops, and the 14-day personal property law in Tennessee 56:45 – How repo changed John’s view of debt, overspending, and “mega homes” in wealthy counties 1:02:00 – High-end repos: tour buses, athletes’ cars, medical and construction equipment 1:08:15 – John’s favorite repo story: tracking millions in equipment from Florida… back to Tennessee 1:15:40 – Habits, social media, and how people unintentionally reveal where to find them 1:22:10 – What this business taught John about human nature and routine 1:27:00 – Why Middle Tennessee still feels safe and special for raising a familywww.nickwoodard.comFilmed and Produced by ItsYourShow.co

Veteran land broker and outdoorsman Dan McEwen joins Nick on the 615 Podcast to talk about multigenerational farms, emotional land sales, conservation, and why owning Tennessee dirt hits the soul differently than owning a house. From creekside childhoods to elite farm storytelling, this episode is a masterclass in niche branding, legacy, and living close to the land. If you love land, legacy, and real, relational business, this episode is for you. Timed Highlights : 00:00 – Opening: The 615 Podcast intro and Nick’s positioning as a Nashville realtor using podcasting as a relationship tool 01:10 – Meet Dan McEwen: Sixth-generation farm family, McEwen Group overview, and elite storytelling reputation 04:15 – Growing up on Tennessee farms: Williamsport, Columbia, Buffalo River, Duck River and a barefoot, creekside childhood 08:10 – Passing down traditions: Why so many buyers are chasing their grandparents’ farm memories 10:00 – College, homesickness and the seed of land brokerage: “As much as you love these farms, you might want to sell them” 12:30 – Early career: Surveying, learning the business, and having Dad as a mentor who says, “When you’ve got the sale, stop talking” 15:20 – Building a family land business: Brother John, cousin Walker and a multigenerational real estate legacy 17:10 – Storytelling as a competitive edge: How the McEwen Group sells a vision, not just acres and road frontage 19:00 – Enter Rusty Cockrell: The “redneck Morgan Freeman” whose voice and writing changed their marketing forever 22:30 – Walking a farm: How Dan reads land, listens to seller goals, and finds “the spot” where families will actually live 26:00 – Water is king: Why creeks and rivers (Duck, Buffalo, Piney, Turnbull) drive value and emotional connection 29:00 – Selling legacy farms: Navigating grief, siblings, and why land is harder to divide than money 32:10 – Matching buyers with legacy: Finding owners who will hunt, fish and steward the land rather than develop it35:00 – Conservation easements and the Land Trust for Tennessee: Locking in limited building sites for eternity 38:30 – Dan’s own conservation plans: Swan Creek, Nunley Bridge, quail, and valuing legacy over maximum profit 41:20 – Middle Tennessee’s boom: From “no one wants Columbia” to a hot market and the real water problem behind growth 45:10 – Why people dream of Tennessee land: Quality of life, clean air, privacy and small-town roots 48:00 – The reality of farm ownership: Constant maintenance, fences down, barns needing paint and roads washing out 51:00 – Romanticizing the manicured farm: Buyers falling in love with the look, not realizing the workload 54:00 – Hunting vs fishing: Dan chooses cold creeks in July; Nick breaks down his love of year-round hunting prep 57:00 – Duck blind scare: Dan’s son’s accidental discharge and the importance of relentless safety culture 59:30 – Dove season as Mardi Gras: Multi-day hunts, multi-generational traditions and shotgun pellets raining down 1:02:00 – The Rhett Akins story: A low shot, a BB in the eyebrow and the X-ray that became a safety poster 1:05:30 – Tree stands and close calls: Nick’s tree lounge, a hip cramp 25 feet up and a hard-earned lesson on harnesses 1:08:00 – Specialization vs generalization: How niching down to farms and land changed McEwen Group’s trajectory 1:11:00 – Becoming known for something: From “farm guy” branding to organically attracting other types of business 1:13:00 – Authentic branding: Outdoorsmen, wealthy buyers who love the country, and dropping the fake luxury facade 1:16:00 – Relationships over tech: Why real estate is still a people business despite AI and new tools 1:18:00 – What Dan loves most about Middle Tennessee: The people, rural roots and a simple philosophy – just keep loving people 1:21:00 – Closing: Gifts, gratitude, and Nick’s invite to work with him (or Dan if he “dies or retires early”)nickwoodard.comFilmed and Produced by: ItsYourShow.co

Navy SEAL veteran and Outsider co-founder Sam Mackey joins host Nick Woodard to share how a busted weed deal, juvenile hall, and probation turned into a 20-year SEAL career, two Hell Weeks, and combat in Afghanistan.They break down what Hell Week is really like, who actually makes it through BUD/S, Sam’s near–record-long sniper shot, and why hunting and time outdoors now drive his life. Sam also dives into Outsider, his partnership with Jay Cutler, and the Gold Star Wives hunts that use the outdoors to help families of fallen teammates heal.Timed Highlights 0:00 Nick’s intro and why 615 isn’t about real estate 0:42 Who Sam is: SEAL, Outsider co-founder, Take It Outside co-host 1:43 Military brat childhood and falling in love with the outdoors 7:13 Charlie Sheen’s “Navy SEALs” and the first spark 8:16 Boxing, bad crowd, and the undercover weed bust 11:41 Juvenile hall, probation, and the three‑strikes fear 13:26 “If I join the Navy, will you let me off probation?” 16:11 Inside Hell Week and why quitting wasn’t an option 20:00 Failing runs, getting dropped, and shame in rollback land 23:41 Italy as a base cop and the long road back to BUD/S 25:18 Surviving two Hell Weeks and coming back to win 27:35 Who makes it: upbringing, adversity, and wrestlers 31:14 Afghanistan op and the almost world‑record sniper shot 39:21 Why the prep of the hunt can beat the hunt itself 42:47 Gold Star Wives hunts and healing in the outdoors 48:49 What Gold Star Wives taught Sam about real resilience 50:53 The birth of Outsider and the coffee mug that sold out 52:45 How Sam linked up with Jay Cutler 55:18 Take It Outside podcast and standout guests 58:13 Always needing the next mission vs “holy interruptions” with kids 1:03:46 Why Middle Tennessee is perfect for raising a familyFilmed and Produced by: ItsYourShow.co

Veteran Middle Tennessee realtor and Friend Maker creator Art Kelly joins Nick to break down why relationship-first business still wins in any market. From ministry and factory work to real estate, books, and workshops, Art shares his seven-sphere Friend Maker framework, how he builds a referral machine, and what’s really happening in the Middle Tennessee market right now for buyers and sellers.Timed Highlights:00:42 Meet Art Kelly: realtor, author, and creator of the Friend Maker brand02:39 Why the market stats say “up,” but it doesn’t feel that way on the ground04:16 Art’s path from youth pastor to a string of blue-collar jobs to real estate09:40 Birth of the Friend Maker idea and writing The Seven Spheres of a Friend Maker15:25 Transactional vs relational business and why people aren’t commodities19:20 The seven spheres overview and how Art turns clients into lifelong friends20:49 Referral directories, past clients, and building business from service22:03 Relationships with other realtors as a competitive advantage25:58 70–80 percent from past clients and moving into a luxury brand team37:23 Likability vs talent and why likability usually wins in real estate38:01 The 21 Day Challenge: simple structure for consistent prospecting51:48 Rewriting Psalms and Proverbs as prayers for his kids and readers56:26 Teaching kids to build their own networks and “dig your well” early58:24 Why Art loves Middle Tennessee and why the people keep him hereNick’s Website: https://www.nickwoodard.com/Podcast Studio and Producers: ItsYourShow.co

In this episode of the 615 Podcast, host Nick Woodard sits down with seasoned entrepreneur and Next Health franchisee Scott Crosbie to break down the new world of wellness, longevity, and preventative medicine. From cryotherapy and red light therapy to hyperbaric oxygen, IV drips, peptides, stem cells, and advanced biomarker testing, Scott explains what actually works, what to watch out for, and how to think about your health like an investment portfolio.If you’re in Middle Tennessee and curious about cryo, IV therapy, peptides, or getting a true picture of your health, this episode is for you.Hit subscribe for more Nashville conversations on business, health, and living well, and drop a comment with the ONE area of your health you’d invest in first.Timed Highlights:00:00 – Nick’s intro: 615 podcast and the real purpose behind the show01:30 – Meet Scott Crosbie and the story behind bringing Next Health to Nashville02:55 – What Next Health actually does: cryo, red light, hyperbaric, testing, practitioners05:20 – How Scott’s mother’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis changed everything09:08 – What is “biohacking” really? The cheat codes for better health09:32 – GLP-1s (Ozempic, semaglutide) as a powerful weight-loss and metabolic “hack”12:16 – Strength, VO2 max, and walking: the real foundations of longevity17:14 – Why giving blood feels like an “oil change” for your body18:49 – Therapeutic Plasma Exchange and what’s in your plasma20:38 – Stem cells for regeneration and longevity, not just injuries21:00 – Peptides 101: what they are, how they work, and why they’re not just hype23:39 – Healing peptides (BPC-157, TB-500) and injury recovery24:20 – Growth hormone–releasing peptides and better strength, sleep, and recovery26:45 – Visceral fat, “love handles,” and why Tessamorelin is such a game changer28:26 – Brain fog, ADHD, and the desire to feel sharp again33:00 – Biomarkers and building your personal health dashboard38:15 – Calcium scores, the “widowmaker,” and a near-miss heart attack story44:36 – If you had $5,000 to spend on health, where should it go?53:57 – The four foods Scott would ban: bread, potatoes, corn, and seed oils57:19 – The advice Scott would give his 25-year-old self59:23 – Why Scott thinks Nashville is the best city in the U.S. for life and wellnessFilmed and Produced by: ItsYourShow.coGuest links.Website: nexthealth.comScott on Instagram: instagram.com/swcrosbieNext Health Gulch: instagram.com/nh.nashvilleNext Health Green Hills: instagram.com/nh.greenhills

Veteran drummer, author, and speaker Rich Redmond joins Nick to unpack what it really takes to build a decades-long career in the music industry.From grinding it out in vans and county fairs with a young Jason Aldean, to playing stadiums and surviving the Las Vegas shooting, Rich shares how commitment, relationships, attitude, skill set, and hunger shaped his journey.If you’re chasing a big goal in music, business, or real estate, this conversation will hit home.Times Highlights:2:08 – Touring then vs. now: flip phones, privacy, and the social media era3:43 – The slow climb: vans, fairs, colleges, and opening slots7:20 – Growing up in Connecticut and El Paso, falling in love with drums10:44 – Big auditions in Nashville and the cost of chasing the dream11:30 – “Drop you in Nashville today” – how Rich would rebuild with today’s wisdom12:19 – Why deep skill sets still come second to real relationships13:48 – Early grind: substitute teaching, construction, side jobs, and doubt16:46 – What separates people who make it from those who don’t18:48 – Doc McGhee’s advice: betting on the right horse in business and music21:38 – Playing with 29 bands, zero schedule conflicts, and career attrition28:01 – On stage during the Las Vegas shooting and getting to safety29:02 – Returning to the stage on SNL and choosing not to live in fear32:01 – Crash Course for Success: Commitment, Relationships, Attitude, Skill Set, Hunger36:49 – Happiness vs. success for results‑driven people39:14 – Protecting your mindset, avoiding negativity, and staying busy on tour40:37 – Weekend‑warrior touring out of Nashville and a “typical” show week41:46 – Being the quarterback: the drummer’s responsibility on stage43:30 – Hosting vs. guesting: when the guest takes the reins44:42 – What Rich loves most about Middle Tennessee47:16 – Embracing every season: from sleeping on floors to Wagyu dinners48:27 – Wrap‑up and plans to have Rich back on The 615 PodcastPodcast Studio: It's Your Show.Co#RichRedmond #JasonAldean #Nashville #MusicBusiness #Drummer #Tour #CountryMusic #Success #Motivation #Hustle

Veteran publicist Cathy Cardenas joins Nick Woodard on the 615 Podcast to pull back the curtain on celebrity PR. From handling athletes and WWE stars to cleaning up crises and rebuilding reputations, Kathy shares real stories and practical branding insights every entrepreneur can use.They dig into how she went from small-town Idaho and radio/TV to running a boutique PR agency built almost entirely on referrals, why likability can matter more than talent, and what business owners keep getting wrong about their public image.Timed Highlights:1:33 – What a publicist actually does2:34 – Cathy’s Idaho/media background4:01 – Lucha Libre event that launched her PR firm5:49 – First big “I’ve made it” client: Hulk Hogan’s group6:05 – Nick’s Rodney Atkins $20k sprinkler disaster story8:02 – Differences in representing athletes, actors, brands11:44 – Why celebrities prefer boutique PR and personal touch12:26 – Biggest misconception about celebrities18:11 – How much of media is strategic vs. organic20:16 – Cathy’s new branding/consulting focus27:33 – Talent vs. likability: what really matters32:04 – What Cathy loves about living in Middle Tennessee#615Podcast #Publicist #CelebrityPR #Management #MediaStrategy #NFL #NBA #WWE #HulkHogan #Entrepreneur #BusinessOwner #RealEstate #NashvilleBusiness #MiddleTennessee

Veteran Nolensville native and US Marine Corps veteran Anthony “Tennessee Cornbread” Jones joins host Nick Woodard on the 615 Podcast to talk Redneck Brawl, life in the Marines, raising two young boys, and why Middle Tennessee will always be home.Anthony breaks down what Redneck Brawl really is, how an off-the-cuff farm video led to his “Tennessee Cornbread” persona, and what it’s like stepping into the ring with eight wins and only one loss. He and Nick also swap stories about growing up around Nolensville and Brentwood, changing landscapes, hunting, predator tournaments, and the fears and hopes they share as dads in a changing world.If you love faith, family, fighting, hunting, and Middle Tennessee, this episode is for you.Timed highlights 01:48 Redneck Brawl explained03:19 How the “Tennessee Cornbread” nickname stuck03:54 Anthony’s 8–1 record and fighting strategy04:02 Story of his toughest fight vs. “Georgia Outlaw”04:28 The dream rematch in Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena06:03 Growing up in Nolensville vs. what it looks like today08:37 Marine Corps life, discipline, and brotherhood11:13 Hunting, land, and finding sheds from a passed-up buck13:25 Predator hunting tournaments and giving back to kids and veterans14:33 Raising two boys who love the outdoors18:26 Faith, manners, and private school: what he’s teaching his sons19:18 A message for his boys if they hear this 20 years from now21:17 Why Anthony still loves living in Middle Tennessee#TennesseeCornbread #RedneckBrawl #615Podcast #Nolensville #MiddleTennessee #MarineVeteran #FaithFamilyFreedom #DeerHunting #Outdoorsman #DadLife

Veteran Nashville realtor and host Nick Woodard sits down with Christian author and recovery advocate Jaana Woodbury for a powerful conversation on addiction, faith, mental health, and family restoration.Jaana shares her story of growing up in a dysfunctional, alcohol-ridden home, sliding into addiction through postpartum pain meds, and the hard work of getting sober alongside her husband. She opens up about how shame keeps people stuck, why the digital age is wrecking our ability to connect, and how her family’s journey landed them on Sesame Street in a special episode about parental addiction.Nick and Jaana dig into striving, overwork, and the fear of losing it all, contrasted with radical dependence on God’s provision. Jaana also explains her path through New Age spirituality back to Christ, the role of Christian meditation, and why she wrote her book “Prayers of a Prodigal” to help others heal their identities and behaviors.If you or someone you love is battling addiction, shame, or burnout, this conversation will give you both honesty and hope.Timed highlights:0:42 Meet guest: Jaana Woodbury2:05 Military childhood and family dysfunction3:48 Marriage, postpartum, and pain meds4:43 What addiction really looks like5:02 Nick’s “addicted to progress” confession8:20 Quitting her job to write and trust God12:07 Digital age, phones, and mental health16:44 The Sesame Street episode and Celia’s story20:13 Parenting, big feelings, and journaling22:25 Shame vs guilt in addiction23:39 Jaana’s work in crisis and treatment25:44 New Age searching and identity28:02 Returning to church and encountering God31:22 Christian meditation explained34:07 Why she wrote “Prayers of a Prodigal”37:12 Why Jaana loves Middle Tennessee#AddictionRecovery #FaithAndRecovery #MentalHealth #ChristianFaith #Testimony #FamilyHealing #ShameAndGuilt #Sobriety #RecoveryJourney #RedemptionStory

In this episode of the 615 Podcast, host Nick Woodard sits down with Nashville-based financial advisor David Adams, a trusted planner to songwriters, entertainers, high-net-worth entrepreneurs, and everyday families. They dive into the world of songwriter catalog sales, how private equity is reshaping Nashville’s music money, and the emotional side of selling your life’s work.Nick and David also tackle real-life money issues: how to balance a spender and a saver in a marriage, why taxes wreck so many self-employed professionals, what kills more financial plans than bad investments, and how to help your kids understand the value of a dollar in a tap-to-pay world.David shares stories from his own family, talks about his books “The Currency of Time” and the kids’ book “Jolene and the Three Buckets,” and explains why he sees himself 80 percent therapist and 20 percent wealth planner.Whether you are a songwriter thinking about selling your catalog, a realtor or entrepreneur with variable income, or a parent trying to set your kids up for success, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom and real talk about money, success, and legacy.2:02 What a songwriter catalog is and how sales work5:19 Why big money/private equity is buying Nashville catalogs6:24 Emotional side of selling your life’s work10:52 Building wealth vs not sabotaging it13:24 Mediating money conflicts between spouses18:00 College costs and planning through uncertainty24:49 The three-bucket system for managing money27:01 Taxes as a trap for agents, athletes, and self‑employed31:22 Nick’s truck dilemma: cash vs payments32:40 Paying off debt vs investing and the feeling of freedom44:35 David’s books and philosophy on “retire while you work”52:26 Why David loves Middle Tennessee55:38 Closing and Nick’s sign‑off#Nashville #Songwriters #MusicBusiness #FinancialAdvisor #WealthManagement#MoneyMindset #RealEstate #NashvilleRealEstate #SongwriterCatalog #CatalogSale #PrivateEquity #FinancialPlanning #RetireWhileYouWork #PersonalFinance #EntrepreneurLife #MiddleTennessee