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NFM is excited to spread its wings into the podcast space with our good friends over at Spread The Positive. Our goal is to bring you thoughtful conversation, entertaining commentary on health/ fitness topics as well as a deeper look into local businesses. We hope you enjoy the show as much as we enjoy bringing it to you.

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September 30, 202657 min

How to Find Clarity, Build Your Skillset & Grow Your Business | Charlie Sells | Ground Up Podcast

On this episode of the Ground Up Podcast , hosts Terry Barga and Vanessa Hampton sit down with Charlie Sells to talk about his business journey, where his story began, and the experiences that helped shape the entrepreneur he is today. Charlie shares his business origin story and the lessons he has learned along the way. He also breaks down what clarity really means, why having clarity is important when building a business and pursuing your goals, and practical ways to gain more clarity in your life and career. The conversation also dives into skillset development and why continuing to develop your skills can play such an important role in personal and professional growth. Whether you're an entrepreneur, business owner, or someone looking for more direction in your life, this episode offers valuable insight into clarity, business growth, mindset, and developing the skills needed to move forward. In This Episode: Charlie Sells' business journey and origin story Building a business from the ground up What clarity really means How to develop clarity in your life and business The importance of having a strong skillset Personal and professional growth Lessons learned through entrepreneurship Finding direction and taking the next step Brought to you by: B2 Wellness Suites Still Standing The Yard Level Wellness Enlive Subscribe to the Ground Up Podcast for more conversations about entrepreneurship, business, personal growth, leadership, and the people building something meaningful from the ground up. #GroundUpPodcast #CharlieSells #Entrepreneurship #Business #BusinessJourney #Clarity #Mindset #Skillset #PersonalGrowth #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneur #Nashville

September 29, 20261 hr 4 min

Kristy Cox on Moving to America, Her Journey & New Album | "Hurricane" LIVE | Music City Mindset

What does it take to start over in a new country, overcome challenges, and become the person you are today? On this episode of Music City Mindset , hosts Blake Harris and Evan Butler sit down with country music artist Kristy Cox for an inspiring conversation about music, resilience, identity, and her journey to America. Kristy opens up about what it was like moving to America , the challenges and experiences that shaped her along the way, and how her journey has influenced the person and artist she is today. Kristy also performs her song "Hurricane," from her upcoming album Winds Of Change , which is set to be released October 9th . In this episode, Kristy and the hosts discuss: Moving to America and adjusting to a new life Kristy Cox's personal and musical journey The experiences that shaped who she is today Overcoming challenges and embracing change The meaning behind "Hurricane" Kristy's upcoming album Winds Of Change Life, music, resilience, and finding your own path Watch Kristy Cox perform "Hurricane" and hear the story behind the artist and the journey that brought her to where she is today. Subscribe to Music City Mindset for more conversations with artists, entrepreneurs, athletes, and inspiring people from Nashville and beyond. Brought to you by: B2 Wellness Suites Joint Efforts Podcast Still Standing #KristyCox #MusicCityMindset #Hurricane #WindsOfChange #CountryMusic #NashvilleMusic #Nashville #CountrySinger #NewMusic #LiveMusic #MusicPodcast

September 28, 202651 min

Exercises Everyone Should Be Doing | Strength, Fitness & Nutrition | NFM Podcast

What are the exercises you simply can't live without? In this episode of the NFM Podcast , hosts Abby Miranda and Collin Schoen each share 8 exercise movements they believe belong in a well-rounded fitness routine. From strength training and foundational movements to building consistency and staying motivated, Abby and Collin break down their favorite exercises and explain why these movements are so valuable. They also dive into the importance of mindset, setting realistic and reachable fitness goals, staying consistent, and nutrition when it comes to making long-term progress. Whether you're new to fitness, an experienced lifter, or simply looking for new exercises to add to your workouts, this episode has plenty of practical fitness tips you can use. In this episode: Abby's 8 essential exercise movements Collin's 8 essential exercise movements Building a balanced workout routine The importance of mindset in fitness Setting realistic and reachable goals Staying consistent with your fitness journey Nutrition and its role in reaching your goals Creating sustainable habits for long-term results Hosted by Abby Miranda & Collin Schoen This episode of the NFM Podcast is brought to you by: Ounce Of Hope | Enlive | Well Pro Thrive Subscribe to the NFM Podcast for more conversations about fitness, health, wellness, nutrition, mindset, and the people shaping the Nashville fitness community. #NFM #NashvilleFit #FitnessPodcast #Workout #Exercise #StrengthTraining #FitnessTips #Mindset #Nutrition #FitnessGoals

September 23, 20261 hr 0 min

Darryn Hobbs: His Story, Journey & What He's Building Now | Ground Up Podcast

What does it take to build your life, your career, and your future from the ground up? On this episode of the Ground Up Podcast , hosts Terry Barga and Vanessa Hampton sit down with Darryn Hobbs to hear his story, the experiences that shaped him, and the journey that brought him to where he is today. Darryn opens up about his personal journey and how he came to know both Terry and Vanessa. He shares the challenges, experiences, and decisions that have helped shape his path, while also discussing what he's currently working on and what's next for him. This conversation is all about growth, relationships, perseverance, entrepreneurship, and the journey of building something meaningful from the ground up. In This Episode: • Darryn Hobbs' personal story and journey • How Darryn met Terry Barga and Vanessa Hampton • The experiences that helped shape his path • How he got to where he is today • What Darryn is currently working on • Lessons learned along the way • What's next for Darryn Whether you're interested in entrepreneurship, personal growth, business, fitness, or real-life stories of people building their future , this episode of Ground Up is worth a listen. Like, comment, and subscribe to the Ground Up Podcast for more conversations about business, growth, entrepreneurship, and the people building their lives from the ground up. Brought to you by: The Yard B2 Wellness Suites Ounce Of Hope Level Wellness Social Indoor #GroundUpPodcast #DarrynHobbs #TerryBarga #VanessaHampton #Entrepreneurship #PersonalGrowth #Business #Nashville #Podcast #Success

September 22, 20261 hr 2 min

Ishmael "The Black Superman" on Fitness, Discipline & Building Community | Music City Mindset

What does it take to build confidence, longevity, and community through movement? On this episode of Music City Mindset , Blake Harris and Evan Butler sit down with Ishmael "The Black Superman" Sandiford — athlete, calisthenics coach, fitness entrepreneur, and founder of Fit-X Experience . Ishmael shares the story behind his passion for fitness, which was shaped by watching his father train with discipline and inspired by his late brother, who lived with cerebral palsy far beyond doctors' expectations through a commitment to healthy practices. From sharing workouts and motivation on social media to building an audience of more than 150,000 followers , Ishmael has made movement and fitness a central part of his mission. He also explains the story behind his famous "Black Supermans" — a midrange-style pushup that he recommends as a daily movement — and how he works toward completing at least 1,000 every day . The conversation also dives into Fit-X Experience , the fitness party concept Ishmael founded in 2025. Combining DJs, trainers, high-energy workouts, music, and community, Fit-X is designed to make fitness feel welcoming, fun, and accessible for people of all fitness levels. Ishmael and the Fit-X Experience Tour are coming to Nashville on Saturday, September 26, 2026 , for Headliners Only at The Lab Training Studio. FIT-X EXPERIENCE TOUR: HEADLINERS ONLY Saturday, September 26, 2026 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM The Lab Training Studio — Nashville, TN Tickets: $20 The Nashville event will feature Ish "The Black Superman" Sandiford, guest trainers, music, high-energy boot camp workouts, wellness and fitness vendors, and a community-focused atmosphere designed to get people moving and having fun. Get Tickets: Fit-X Experience: Headliners Only Tickets Learn More About Fit-X Experience: Fit-X Experience Music City Mindset brings you conversations about fitness, business, culture, mindset, and the people shaping Nashville and beyond. Brought to You By: Ounce Of Hope | Joint Efforts | Enlive #MusicCityMindset #IshmaelSandiford #BlackSuperman #FitXExperience #Calisthenics #Fitness #NashvilleFitness #NashvilleTN #FitnessMotivation #BodyweightTraining #CommunityFitness #NashvilleEvents #Pushups #FitnessEntrepreneur

September 21, 202650 min

From Combat Marine to Entrepreneur: Bryan Wiggins on Leadership, Fatherhood & Becoming a Trench Made Man | NFM

In this episode of the NFM Podcast , hosts Abby Miranda and Collin Schoen sit down with Bryan Wiggins — Combat Marine, husband, father, entrepreneur, and founder of Charlie Company — for a conversation about leadership, family, business, faith, and what it really means to become a man others can depend on. Bryan's journey from the Marine Corps to the blue-collar world and entrepreneurship has shaped a philosophy centered around embracing the hard seasons of life rather than avoiding them. He believes men should take pride in what they build, lead their families and communities well, and be willing to go through the "trench" required to grow into stronger, more capable men. Bryan also shares the story behind Trench Made Society , a membership community for men and business owners focused on leadership, business systems, scalability, brotherhood, faith, family, and freedom . He also hosts the In the Trench Podcast , where he has honest conversations about entrepreneurship, leadership, fatherhood, and personal growth. In this conversation, Abby, Collin, and Bryan discuss: • Bryan's experience as a Combat Marine • Life after the Marine Corps • Blue-collar work and entrepreneurship • The importance of leadership for men • Fatherhood, family, and responsibility • Building businesses that can scale • Faith and personal growth • What it means to embrace the "trench" • Brotherhood and having people you can depend on • The mission behind Trench Made Society • Becoming a more capable and dependable man Bryan brings a perspective shaped by real-world experience as a Marine, contractor, founder, husband, and father. This episode explores the challenges that come with building a meaningful life and why the difficult seasons can often be the ones that shape us the most. Learn more about Bryan Wiggins: Instagram: Bryan Wiggins Facebook: Bryan Wiggins YouTube: In the Trench Podcast Trench Made Society: Trench Made Society Charlie Company: Charlie Company This episode is brought to you by: B2 Wellness Suites Level Wellness Social Indoor Subscribe to the NFM Podcast for more conversations about fitness, wellness, entrepreneurship, leadership, and the people shaping Nashville and beyond. #NFM #NFMpodcast #BryanWiggins #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #Marine #MarineCorps #Fatherhood #MensLeadership #TrenchMadeSociety #Business #Faith #Fitness #Nashville

September 16, 202656 min

Why Terry Barga Wrote Still Standing | The Story, Lessons & Message Behind the Book | Ground Up Podcast

What does it mean to be Still Standing ? In this episode of the Ground Up Podcast , Terry Barga and Vanessa Hampton take another deep dive into Terry's book, Still Standing , exploring the story behind the book, the lessons that shaped it, and what Terry hopes readers take away from its message. Terry shares the origin of Still Standing and why he felt compelled to put his experiences, lessons, and perspective into a book. He also breaks down the Thermostat Principle — what it means, how it can influence the way we live and lead, and why understanding your internal "thermostat" can be so important when it comes to growth and change. The conversation also explores the powerful "Who Not How" principle and the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people instead of believing you have to figure everything out on your own. Terry discusses the deeper purpose behind Still Standing and what he ultimately wants people to gain from reading it — lessons that can apply to business, leadership, personal growth, relationships, resilience, and everyday life. Whether you're an entrepreneur, leader, coach, or someone navigating your own challenges, this episode offers practical insight and encouragement to help you keep moving forward. In this episode: The origin story behind Still Standing Why Terry decided to write the book The Thermostat Principle explained How your internal "thermostat" can impact growth The meaning behind "Who Not How" Why the right people can help you reach your goals Lessons from Terry's personal journey What Terry wants readers to take away from Still Standing Resilience, leadership, personal growth, and purpose Ground Up Podcast Hosts: Terry Barga & Vanessa Hampton Still Standing by Terry Barga This episode is brought to you by Ounce Of Hope, B2 Wellness Suites, The Yard, Oaks Press, BodyWell, and Level Wellness. #GroundUpPodcast #TerryBarga #StillStanding #WhoNotHow #ThermostatPrinciple #PersonalGrowth #Entrepreneurship #BusinessLeadership #Leadership #Resilience #SelfImprovement #NashvillePodcast

September 15, 20261 hr 12 min

Lou Ridley on Music, Nashville & Her Journey | American Girl Live Performance | Music City Mindset

Music City Mindset is back with hosts Blake Harris and Evan Butler , joined by Nashville singer-songwriter Lou Ridley for a conversation about music, creativity, personality, and life in Music City. In this episode, Lou Ridley gives an exclusive performance of her song "American Girl" and takes us behind the scenes of her music. She talks about her songwriting and creative process, what goes into creating her music, and the experiences that shape her sound and artistic identity. Lou also opens up about why she chose Nashville , what keeps her here, and why she wants to continue building her career in Music City. She shares more about her personality, her approach to life and music, and what fans can expect from her as she looks toward what's coming next. Whether you're a fan of Nashville music, singer-songwriters, live performances, or simply interested in hearing the stories behind the artists, this is an episode you won't want to miss. In This Episode: • Lou Ridley performs "American Girl" • Her music and songwriting process • What goes into creating a song • Why Lou chose Nashville • Why she wants to stay in Music City • Lou's personality and creative perspective • What's coming next for her music career • Life, music, and the Nashville scene Subscribe to Music City Mindset for more conversations with artists, entrepreneurs, athletes, and people making an impact in Nashville and beyond. Brought to you by: Ounce Of Hope Enlive Social Indoor #MusicCityMindset #LouRidley #AmericanGirl #NashvilleMusic #Nashville #SingerSongwriter #LiveMusic #CountryMusic #NashvilleSinger #MusicPodcast #BlakeHarris #EvanButler

September 14, 202656 min

The Next Door Recovery: Breaking Barriers in Addiction Recovery & Mental Health | NFM Podcast

What does real recovery look like, and what does it take to create a community where people can truly heal? On this episode of the NFM Podcast , hosts Abby Miranda and Collin Schoen sit down with Amanda Dunlap, LPC-MHSP, Clinical Executive Director of The Next Door Recovery , and Rachel Morris, Executive Director of The Next Door Recovery , to discuss addiction recovery, mental health, leadership, and the importance of providing meaningful support to women and families. Amanda and Rachel share their experiences working with The Next Door Recovery , a Nashville organization dedicated to helping women overcome addiction and build healthier, more stable lives. They discuss their personal journeys within the organization, the evolution of its programs, and the challenges and opportunities involved in serving people in recovery. Amanda brings extensive clinical experience to the conversation, drawing from her work as a licensed professional counselor and her years of leadership at The Next Door Recovery. Rachel shares her journey from Operations Assistant to Executive Director and the behind-the-scenes work that has helped the organization grow. In this episode, we explore: Addiction recovery and behavioral health Mental health and the recovery journey Supporting women through addiction and life transitions The importance of community in recovery Clinical care and treatment programs Leadership in the nonprofit and recovery space The challenges facing people seeking recovery How organizations like The Next Door Recovery make a difference The importance of compassion, connection, and long-term support Whether you work in healthcare, fitness, mental health, recovery, or simply want to better understand the challenges people face on their journey toward a healthier life, this is an important conversation. Watch, listen, and share this episode of the NFM Podcast. Connect & Learn More Learn more about The Next Door Recovery and the work they are doing to support women and families throughout the recovery journey. Brought to You By B2 Wellness Suites Social Indoor Enlive

September 9, 202656 min

How Well Do Entrepreneurs Really Know Business? | Ground Up Podcast

Think you know business and entrepreneurship? Terry Barga and Vanessa Hampton put their knowledge to the test in this fun and competitive episode of the Ground Up Podcast ! Instead of the usual business conversation, Terry and Vanessa face off in an entrepreneurial and business trivia challenge covering everything from famous entrepreneurs and major companies to business history, brands, marketing, and unexpected facts. Who knows more about the business world? Who will come out on top? And which questions will leave them completely stumped? Whether you're an entrepreneur, business owner, aspiring founder, or simply someone who enjoys a good trivia challenge, this episode brings plenty of competition, laughs, and interesting business facts. In this episode: • Entrepreneur and business trivia • Famous entrepreneurs and companies • Business history and interesting facts • Marketing and brand trivia • Friendly competition between Terry and Vanessa • Lessons and laughs from the world of business Subscribe to Ground Up Podcast for more conversations about entrepreneurship, business growth, leadership, community, and the people building something from the ground up. Brought to you by: The Yard B2 Wellness Suites Ounce Of Hope Level Wellness BodyWell Oaks Press #GroundUpPodcast #Entrepreneurship #BusinessTrivia #BusinessPodcast #Entrepreneurs #BusinessOwners #EntrepreneurTrivia #Business #SmallBusiness #NashvilleBusiness

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