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Author: Nick Woodard

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A Podcast about Nashville's entrepreneurs and leaders of business.

Fifteen year veteran Realtor, Nick Woodard was raised right here in Williamson County, Tennessee. Graduate of Brentwood High School and Middle Tennessee State University, his roots were firmly planted here many years ago. Growing up in the Nashville area has provided him a vast knowledge and love for “The 615.” Understanding that he was extremely fortunate to be raised in such an incredible area, he has made it his passion to help others call Middle Tennessee “home.” Nick is married to his beautiful wife Kathryn and is the proud father of 3.
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After decades of building companies and pursuing success, Myron Mullins found himself confronting a deeper question: What makes a life meaningful? In this conversation with host Nick Woodard, Myron reflects on transforming past mistakes into lessons, rediscovering faith and purpose, and helping men face struggles they often keep hidden.They discuss the value of close friendships, the responsibilities of fatherhood, providing for family without being ruled by fear, and learning to trust God through difficult seasons. Myron shares how his Appalachian upbringing shaped his appreciation for community and simple moments—and why a regret-free life isn’t about having no failures, but about using what you’ve learned to encourage others.Timed highlights:00:00 — Meet Myron Mullins and the idea behind living regret-free01:29 — Reframing past mistakes as life lessons05:06 — Growing up in Dayton and the lessons of Appalachian community10:00 — Finding peace in quiet, the outdoors, and time alone16:57 — Success, unhappiness, and a life-changing turning point21:37 — Addiction, honesty, and becoming healthier from the inside out26:03 — Providing for family while letting go of the need for control33:28 — Why men hide their struggles—and what helps them open up39:14 — The importance of a small circle of trusted friends44:00 — What sons learn by watching their fathers48:37 — Anger, faith, and finding meaning in life’s difficult seasons58:12 — What it means to look back on a life without regretPodcast Productionwww.ItsYourShow.coGuest InfoWebsite: myronmullins.comPodcast: Regret Free with Myron Mullins
Nick Woodard welcomes Cornell Cretion, Jason Brown, and Tim Newell back to the 615 Podcast for a conversation about Nolensville’s senior football season and the changing high school football landscape in Middle Tennessee.The dads discuss Nolensville and Page moving up to 6A, the rivalry between Williamson and Rutherford County programs, and the advantages private schools may have in facilities, coaching, and recruiting. The conversation turns personal as they share what they’ve seen their sons sacrifice for football, how they watch games from the stands, and which Nolensville players deserve more recognition.Timed Highlights:00:00 — Welcome back to the 615 Podcast and meet the Nolensville Senior Football Dads02:30 — Nolensville and Page move up to 6A08:00 — Population growth, facilities, and the depth of Williamson County football14:00 — Rutherford County vs. Williamson County; private-school recruiting and resources22:00 — What builds a successful program: culture, coaching, line play, and youth football31:00 — Nolensville’s undefeated start, the Blackman win, and improvements from last season38:00 — The sacrifices behind a high school football season45:00 — Game-day routines and how the dads watch from the stands52:00 — Toughest road-game atmospheres57:00 — Nolensville’s unsung contributors and standout players1:07:00 — James Lawson preview and closing thoughtshttps://www.nickwoodard.com/https://www.itsyourshow.co/
Veteran Nolensville football dads join 615 Podcast host and realtor Nick Woodard to talk about the bittersweet reality of their sons’ senior season under the Friday night lights. From pee-wee days to all-region honors, they unpack injuries, pressure, leadership, and what football has taught their boys that parenting alone never could. The guys swap stories about coaching together, screaming from the stands, trusting a new coaching staff, and the deep brotherhood that’s formed among both players and dads. They wrap by looking ahead to the rest of the season and leaving heartfelt messages their sons can watch ten years from now.Timed Highlights: 00:00 – Nick’s intro, show disclaimer, and why this episode is just for “football dads” 03:10 – The emotional weight of senior year and fears about injuries ending “the crown jewel season” 09:20 – What the dads are intentionally trying to appreciate this final season 15:45 – How the boys have evolved as players and leaders since pee-wee ball 22:10 – Earliest football memories with their sons and the moment they knew they were tough 30:05 – What football teaches that parents alone can’t: process, accountability, and being part of something bigger 37:40 – Most ridiculous things yelled from the stands and “maximum violence” explained 43:10 – “Which One Of Us?” game: film junkies, ref-cussers, rule nerds, and text-chain offenders 53:55 – Which sons are most like their dads (and which are completely different) 1:01:20 – Deep dive on Nolensville’s current staff, culture shift, and building a real program 1:09:40 – Unsung heroes: special teams, linemen, and the impact of field position 1:14:30 – Shout-outs and character sketches: Ryan, Caden, Cole, Brennan, Turner Boswell, Tristan Surpass, and more 1:22:15 – Heartfelt messages from each dad to his son to be heard a decade from now 1:28:00 – Looking ahead to Overton, expectations for a statement win, and closing thoughtshttps://www.nickwoodard.com/ItsYourShow.co
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
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