Episodes 628
Avg. Duration 28m
Activity Dormant
Apple Rating 4.4 (62)
Since Jun 2021
Latest Episode Dec 2025

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About This Podcast

The XPLR.NASH Podcast is your inside look at the successes, struggles, and stories of the people shaping Nashville. From restaurant owners and farmers to musicians and business leaders, we dive into the real journeys behind the brands and personalities that make Music City thrive. We’re not just talking about the wins—we’re exploring the failures, the lessons learned, and the resilience it takes to succeed in one of the fastest-growing cities in the country.

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Recent Episodes

A City in Motion: Freddie O'Connell on Nashville’s Future

Dec 22, 2025 44m

In this episode, we sit down with Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell for a wide-ranging conversation on what it’s really like leading one of America’s fastest-growing cities.We talk candidly about the…

From Philly to Nashville: The Story Behind It’z a Philly Thing

Nov 04, 2025 40m

What happens when a Philly native runs track at TSU, falls in love with Nashville, and decides the city deserves a real cheesesteak?On this episode of The XPLR.NASH Podcast, we sit down with Z, owner…

From Cancer to Pitmaster: The Brazen Que Story

Oct 29, 2025 1h 13m

They built one of Tennessee’s best barbecue spots out of pure grit, faith, and heart ❤️Nick and Kendra from Brazen Q in Livingston, TN, share their incredible story — from being house parents helping…

From WWE Superstar Kane to Tennessee Mayor | The Glenn Jacobs Story

Oct 29, 2025 56m

Glenn Jacobs — known to millions around the world as Kane from WWE — sits down with XPLR.NASH to talk about life after the ring, leadership, and what it means to serve Tennessee.In this conversation,…

Small Space, Huge Success: The Gold’s Deli Story

Oct 13, 2025 1h 17m

Small Space, Huge Success: The Gold’s Deli StoryGeorge Kougias went from Boston restaurant life to launching Gold’s Deli in Columbia, Tennessee, inside a tiny 275 sq ft shop. In this episode, we get…

BlackBox Ice Cream – From Food Truck to Nashville Favorite 🍦

Sep 29, 2025 1h 18m

BlackBox Ice Cream – From Food Truck to Nashville Favorite 🍦What happens when a touring musician and a Disney-trained artist team up to create Nashville’s most adventurous ice cream shop? You get…

Inside the Champion Mindset with Brandon Curry

Sep 22, 2025 1h 20m

Inside the Champion Mindset with Brandon CurryOn this episode of the XPLR.NASH Podcast, we sit down with Nashville native and 2019 Mr. Olympia Brandon Curry. From his early football days at MTSU to…

From Cupcakes to Tequila: Ivey Childers’ Southbound Journey 🌵🥃

Sep 15, 2025 1h 8m

From Cupcakes to Tequila: Ivey Childers’ Southbound Journey 🌵🥃From running one of Nashville’s most beloved bakeries to creating an award-winning tequila brand, Ivey Childers has reinvented herself in…

What the Army Taught Me About Starting a Business w/ Andrew Lang

Jul 31, 2025 49m

In this episode of the XPLR.NASH Podcast, we sit down with Andy Lang — Army veteran, former Green Beret, and founder of Leatherwood Distillery in Clarksville, TN.We talk about:Making Skittles wine…

Uncovering Nashville’s Hidden Food Scene | The Journey of Anas & Nashville Hidden Gems

Jul 29, 2025 1h 6m

Go behind the scenes with Anas, the creator of Nashville Hidden Gems, as he shares the real story of how he built one of Nashville’s most unique food and culture accounts. In this episode, we talk…

I Sold Everything To Chase My Dream! - Kalani Ghost Hunter

Jul 14, 2025 56m

Join us on the XPLR.NASH podcast for an inspiring conversation with Kalani, the creator behind “Kalani Ghost Hunter,” as he shares his incredible journey from a Tennessee state job to building a…

The Secret Behind Tennessee’s Success! w/ Cameron Sexton

Jul 09, 2025 1h 5m

Welcome to the XPLR.NASH Podcast! In this special episode, we sit down with Tennessee Speaker of the House Cameron Sexton to reveal the real secrets behind Tennessee’s ongoing success.Discover what…

From Car Sales to Culinary Magic: Ray Bello on Business, Grit, and Michelin Dreams

Jul 07, 2025 1h

Welcome to the XPLR.NASH Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Rey Bello—a Venezuelan immigrant whose journey from starting over in Nashville to hosting some of the city’s most exclusive…

Owning the Music: How The Listening Room Became Nashville’s Best-Kept Secret

Jun 17, 2025 1h 7m

In this episode of the XPLR.NASH Podcast, we sit down with Chris Blair, the founder of The Listening Room — one of Nashville’s most beloved venues and songwriter stages. Chris opens up about why…

Building Two Yelp-Ranked Restaurants: The Akki Grover Story

Jun 10, 2025 56m

In this episode, we sit down with Akki Grover — the owner and operating partner behind Sindoore and Jashan in Nashville, Tennessee. Both restaurants have earned coveted spots on Yelp’s 2025 Top 100…

Jam-Packed Success: The Story of Farmstead Nashville w/ Gary Baron

May 08, 2025 1h 6m

Jam-Packed Success: The Story of Farmstead Nashville w/ Gary BaronJoin us on the XPLR.NASH Podcast as we sit down with Gary Baron, the mastermind behind Farmstead Nashville and the former Nashville…

How 615 House Took Over Country Music TikTok – with Chris Ruediger

Apr 22, 2025 1h 9m

Twenty-five musicians. One stairwell. One chaotic take. That’s where the journey began for Chris Ruediger and the now-viral 615 House. In this episode, Chris sits down to unpack the wild story behind…

Tech, Beards, and Laughs: Joel Beasley’s Journey from CTO to Comedy

Apr 15, 2025 59m

Tech, Beards, and Laughs: Joel Beasley’s Journey from CTO to ComedyJoin us on this fascinating journey with Joel Beasley, the mind behind Modern CTO, a podcast that dives deep into the tech world,…

Helicopters, Hollywood, and Wrestling with Jordan Heid

Apr 03, 2025 1h 35m

In this episode of the XPLR.NASH10 podcast, we sit down with filmmaker and creative mastermind Jordan. From his first time shooting out of a helicopter to working on WWE documentaries and navigating…

Southern Hospitality: Real or Just a Facade? w/ Joe Pena

Mar 25, 2025 1h 4m

In this episode of the Explore Nash Podcast, Stuart Deming sits down with Nashville native and longtime collaborator Joe Penna for one of our most honest and personal conversations yet.From growing…

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