In this first episode of Behind the Business, middle school students sit down with Haley, one of the founders of Java Hut.

Haley talks with students about what it was like starting a coffee shop in Winchester, the challenges she did not expect, and the decisions that shaped the business early on. She also shares what changed when Java Hut expanded into Tullahoma and what she learned along the way.

This episode focuses on the real work behind running a small business, including mistakes, problem solving, and day to day responsibilities that customers usually do not see. The conversation is honest, student-led, and focused on learning rather than promotion

Behind the Business is a student-run podcast where middle school students talk with local business owners from their community.

In each episode, students sit down with one business owner to learn how their business actually works, where they started, what challenges they faced, and what they have learned along the way. These conversations are honest and focused on real experiences, not advertising or promotion.

The podcast gives students the chance to practice interviewing, listening, and storytelling while learning from the people behind local businesses.

New episodes are released regularly.