Hosts: Timofey & Natalya DrozhzhinEpisode 18[00:00:00] - Introduction[00:01:58] - The Search for a New State (Before Nashville)[00:04:06] - Why We Chose Nashville[00:05:38] - The Decision to Move (2020)[00:06:08] - Breaking Free from the "Slav Circle"[00:07:46] - Buying the Lot & Selling the Seattle House[00:10:00] - The Cross-Country Move: Finding a Builder[00:10:54] - Advice: Don't Downsize When You Move[00:11:40] - The Hardship of the First Year[00:12:37] - Finding the First Nashville House (The "Transitional" Home)[00:14:17] - Living in Airbnbs for Two Months[00:15:36] - Buying the Second Nashville House (The Current Home)[00:18:02] - The Importance of Neighborhood & Schools[00:19:25] - Selling the Current House (Off-Market)[00:21:54] - We're Moving... Back to Our Old House![00:23:01] - Why We Want a "Cozier" Home[00:25:40] - The Next Season: Restarting & Refreshing[00:27:00] - Explaining the "Why": A 5-Year Goal[00:28:23] - The New House Goal: A Dedicated Studio[00:29:50] - Designing the New Home for Hosting[00:31:14] - Rapid Fire Q'n: Mistakes People Make When Moving?[00:34:00] - Rapid Fire Q'n: Advice for Slavs Moving to a New State?[00:35:47] - Is There Opportunity in Nashville?[00:39:00] - The Impact of Moving on Family & Marriage

Power Couples Series — Christy & John Denney

Her: Two-Time Book Author & Food Blogger

Him: Former NFL Player for the Miami Dolphins

Episode 17

Where to find Christy:

the-girl-who-ate-everything.com (food blog)

instagram.com/thegirlwho8everything/

Where to find John:

🤷‍♂️

Chapters:

[00:00:00] - Meet Christy & John Denney: A Power Couple's Story

[00:02:40] - Icebreaker: Who Spends More Money?

[00:04:33] - Icebreaker: Who's the Rule Breaker?

[00:05:47] - John's Story: From Colorado to the NFL

[00:10:31] - The NFL Draft: An Undrafted Free Agent's Choice

[00:15:06] - Christy's Story: From a Family of 10 to a Career in Coding

[00:17:36] - Early Marriage, Kids, and Moving to Miami

[00:18:56] - Navigating Life as an NFL Wife

[00:21:23] - Learning from Family: Building a Strong Marriage

[00:24:21] - The Birth of a Blog: The Girl Who Ate Everything

[00:29:00] - Defining Success Beyond Money and Fame

[00:30:15] - Balancing an NFL Career with a Young Family

[00:39:53] - Parenting Philosophy: Raising Five Kids

[00:47:16] - Life After the NFL: John's Transition

[00:50:00] - A New Passion: John's Nutrition Coaching

[00:55:54] - Marriage Advice for the Empty Nest Phase

[00:59:00] - The Foundation of a Lasting Marriage: Selflessness & Faith

[01:04:25] - Rapid Fire Q'n: Who Says Sorry First?

[01:06:10] - Rapid Fire Q'n: Who's More Outgoing?

[01:07:54] - Rapid Fire Q'n: Favorite Comfort Food?

[01:09:55] - Rapid Fire Q'n: Who Cooks More Often?

[01:10:22] - Rapid Fire Q'n: Who's More Goofy?

[01:11:56] - Rapid Fire Q'n: Where Do You Shop?

[01:14:06] - Rapid Fire Q'n: What's Your Guilty Pleasure?

[01:14:30] - Conclusion

Her: Influential Italian Food BloggerHim: Nation's Top Cosmetic DentistWhere to find Elena:- cucinabyelena.com (food blog)- instagram.com/cucinabyelena/Where to find Dr. Jordan Davis:- lucaaesthetic.com (his website)- instagram.com/drjordandavis_/ - tiktok.com/@drjordandavisChapters:[00:00:00] - Introduction[00:02:03] - Icebreaker: Fanciest Traveler & Speeding Habits[00:06:04] - Elena's Childhood: From Sardinia to Salt Lake City[00:14:27] - Jordan's Upbringing & Aspiring to be a Rock Star[00:16:26] - How Elena & Jordan Met in College[00:18:34] - Early Careers: From Costco to Teaching[00:22:27] - The Accidental Start of Elena's Food Blog[00:27:40] - How Social Media Launched Jordan's Dental Practice[00:30:00] - The "Celebrity Smiles" Viral Video Idea[00:33:07] - Juggling Successful Careers and Family Life[00:44:51] - The Secret to Their Marriage: Daily Walks[00:52:02] - Evolving Together Through Life and Business[00:55:31] - Rapid Fire Q'n: Who Spends More Money?[00:59:47] - Rapid Fire Q'n: Who Says Sorry First?[01:02:11] - Rapid Fire Q'n: Who is More Goofy?[01:03:40] - Rapid Fire Q'n: Who's More Likely to Commit a Crime?[01:07:40] - Rapid Fire Q'n: Who is the "Yes" Parent?[01:07:59] - What Does Retirement Look Like?[01:13:54] - Where to Find Elena & Jordan

[00:00:00] - Introduction

[00:01:31] - The Three Absolute Rules: No Stealing, Lying, or Hitting

[00:03:46] - The Power of Keeping Your Word

[00:07:27] - Creating Order in a Child's Environment

[00:11:30] - Using Structure to Build Healthy Eating Habits

[00:13:25] - From Commands to Questions: Empowering Older Kids

[00:16:16] - Why Parents Must Be a Unified Team

[00:21:06] - Navigating Different Parenting Styles in a Marriage

[00:27:47] - The "Quiet Time" and "Timeout" Discipline Method

[00:30:59] - Building Connection Through Quality Time

[00:32:00] - How We Approached "The Talk" (Birds and Bees)

[00:38:55] - Our Strategy for Parental Controls and Tech

[00:41:53] - High School Parenting: Shifting From Control to Trust

[00:46:39] - Respecting Teenagers' Individuality and Social Choices

[00:49:53] - The No-Yelling Household Rule

[00:52:57] - Why It's Important for Parents to Apologize

[00:57:04] - Avoiding Forced Expectations and Letting Kids Be Themselves

[01:03:24] - Rapid Fire Q'n: Best Thing We Did for Our Kids?

[01:05:17] - Rapid Fire Q'n: What If Your Kid Gets with a Bad Crowd?

[01:09:45] - Rapid Fire Q'n: What Was the Hardest Age to Parent?

[01:11:15] - Rapid Fire Q'n: Who Do They Call When in Trouble?

[01:11:51] - Rapid Fire Q'n: How Do You Handle Sibling Fights?

[01:12:34] - Rapid Fire Q'n: Do You Limit Sugar and Screen Time?

[01:19:15] - Our Biggest Parenting Regret

[01:20:36] - Final Thoughts: A Call for Positive Parenting Stories

How important is honesty in marriage? How honest or transparent should each of you be? We think honesty is the most critical and misunderstood part in marriage.

[00:00:00] - Introduction

[00:01:02] - The Alarming Trend of Divorce After 20 Years

[00:03:50] - Is "Too Much Honesty" a Real Problem in Marriage?

[00:06:31] - Unrealistic Expectations & The Pressure to Be "Perfect"

[00:10:51] - Honesty About Physical Attraction & Appearance

[00:16:14] - The Uncomfortable Truth: Honesty About Sex & Intimacy

[00:20:38] - Creating a "Safe Space" for Brutal Honesty

[00:24:24] - Imploding vs. Exploding: The Danger of Hidden Issues

[00:27:08] - From Secret Shopping to Canned Soup: Everyday Honesty

[00:31:09] - Handling External Attractions with Honesty

[00:38:42] - How to Create a Safe Space When Your Partner Shuts Down

[00:48:20] - Divorce Rate Statistics by Profession

[00:53:55] - Top Reasons Couples Get Divorced

[00:57:12] - Rapid Fire Q'n: Who Admits They're Wrong First?

[00:58:53] - Rapid Fire Q'n: Do You Believe in White Lies?

[00:59:26] - Rapid Fire Q'n: Withholding Info to Avoid a Fight?

[01:00:22] - Rapid Fire Q'n: How Often Do You Argue?

[01:02:05] - Rapid Fire Q'n: What Makes it Easier to Open Up?

[01:05:55] - Rapid Fire Q'n: More Honest Now Than 10 Years Ago?

[01:08:55] - Final Thoughts: You Have to Fail the Report Card

[01:10:30] - How to Start Being Honest in a Marriage

[01:11:56] - A Real-Life Example: Honesty About Life Goals

[01:16:47] - The Danger of Building Grudges & Living Separate Lives

[01:18:09] - Final Advice & Closing Thoughts

[00:00:00] - Intro

[00:00:27] - What It's Like Working With Your Spouse Every Day

[00:02:14] - How We Divide Responsibilities in Our Business

[00:04:31] - The Secret to Our Family's Organization: The Calendar

[00:06:17] - How We Handle Disagreements at Work

[00:08:32] - Why We Encourage Each Other's "Embarrassing" Hobbies

[00:09:40] - The Power of Being Your Authentic Self

[00:10:22] - What Surprised Us Most About Working Together?

[00:11:40] - A Warning for Parents of Young Kids

[00:13:28] - The Surprising Thing About Spending 24/7 Together

[00:14:35] - Are We 100% Transparent With Each Other?

[00:16:03] - What Do We Actually Do For a Living?

[00:17:48] - From Passion Project to Full-Time Business

[00:19:33] - How We Make Money from Blogging

[00:21:36] - The Essential Tools We Use to Stay Organized

[00:25:02] - Our Biggest Mistake in Business

[00:27:24] - Are We Doing Too Much? Entering a New Chapter

[00:28:02] - Rapid Fire: Who's More Likely to Forget a Deadline?

[00:30:00] - Rapid Fire: The Creative vs. The Realist

[00:32:33] - Rapid Fire: What Drives You Nuts About Me?

[00:35:00] - Rapid Fire: Our Dream Collaboration Project

[00:36:30] - The Truth About Creating a Cookbook

[00:41:32] - Rapid Fire: Who's Better With Money?

[00:41:51] - Rapid Fire: Who is More Stubborn?

[00:43:23] - Rapid Fire: Who Leaves a Plate in the Sink?

[00:44:07] - Rapid Fire: Who is the Fancier Traveler?

[00:45:10] - Rapid Fire: Who is the Fun One?

[00:46:17] - Rapid Fire: Who Gives Better Compliments?

[00:47:54] - A Final Question: Are You Truly Happy?

[00:53:36] - Wrapping Up & The Challenge of a Travel Podcast

Guest: Pamelyn Rocco

Pamelyn is a health and wellness coach from Nashville, TN.

You can find Pamelyn on https://www.instagram.com/houseofpamelyn or https://www.houseofhealthbypamelyn.com/

[00:00:00]: Meet Pamelyn: Health & Wellness Coach

[00:01:17]: Pamelyn's Career Pivot to Health Coaching

[00:01:46]: The Mom Identity Crisis & Choosing Yourself

[00:02:54]: The "All or Nothing" Fitness Misconception

[00:05:07]: Finding Time to Work Out as a Mom

[00:06:53]: Making Time: Analyzing Your Daily Schedule

[00:08:22]: Pamelyn's Personal Transformation Story

[00:09:04]: The Dangers of 20s Diet Habits in Your 40s

[00:10:49]: The Turning Point in Pamelyn's Journey

[00:12:02]: Why You Can't Make the Same Fitness Mistakes as You Age

[00:13:18]: Debunking the "It's My Hormones" Excuse

[00:15:23]: Are "Healthy Fats" Making You Gain Weight?

[00:19:21]: The Importance of Getting Your Blood Work Done

[00:21:06]: The Problem with High-Intensity Cardio for Women

[00:24:28]: The Fear of Gaining Weight from Lifting

[00:28:02]: Muscle vs. Fat: How Lifting Compacts Your Body

[00:31:19]: The Difference Between Fat Loss and Muscle Gain

[00:35:55]: How Many Times a Week Should You Lift?

[00:39:03]: Understanding Push-Pull and Leg Days

[00:41:34]: Overcoming the Feeling of Wasting Time at the Gym

[00:44:02]: Pamelyn's Wake-Up Call and Metabolism Wreck

[00:47:11]: Ideal Nutrition and Meal Composition

[00:52:53]: A Wake-Up Call for Moms Who Don't Prioritize Themselves

[01:00:57]: What to Tell Your 30-Year-Old Self

[01:02:57]: Does Workout Time of Day Matter?

[01:05:40]: Creatine for Women: Yay or Nay?

[01:08:22]: Understanding Your Personal Calorie and Macro Needs

[01:10:54]: Pamelyn's Coaching Programs and Courses

[01:14:31]: Rapid Fire Questions: Shopping and Splurges

[01:18:52]: Pamelyn's Favorite Healthy Meal

[01:22:47]: It's Not Just for Women: Men's Health & Fitness

[01:27:13]: Where to Find Pamelyn Online

Guest: Gary Lipovetsky

Gary is an entrepreneur who has built and sold successful online businesses. He now works with his wife, Valeria Lipovetsky, mentoring creators through their program, Creator Method.

You can find Gary on https://www.instagram.com/GaryLipovetsky

To learn more about the Creator Method, visit https://creatormethod.com

[00:00:00]: Gary's Immigrant Story

[00:01:15]: Life Under Communism

[00:02:10]: Growing Up as an Immigrant in Canada

[00:04:22]: The "Upgrade" to Life in Canada

[00:06:27]: Generational Differences in Mindset

[00:08:27]: The Slavic Community in Canada

[00:10:45]: How Community Shapes Your Future

[00:13:43]: The Immigrant Drive for Stability

[00:17:45]: Raising Kids with an Unlimited Mindset

[00:20:11]: Men, Women, and Financial Security

[00:26:08]: How a Power Couple Works Together

[00:29:45]: Balancing Work and Rest

[00:32:00]: The Creator Method and Empowering Women

[00:35:11]: From Successful Entrepreneur to Content Creator

[00:41:40]: The Power of a Supportive Spouse

[00:46:42]: Advice for Aspiring Creators

[00:51:50]: Social Media as the New Mainstream

[01:04:14]: Who Can Be a Creator?

[01:11:53]: Why Influencers Fail

[01:19:45]: The Key to Successful Content Creation

[01:27:38]: A Shift in Personal Style and Values

[01:39:34]: The Real Meaning of "FU Money"

[01:45:06]: Parenting, Social Media, and Raising Capable Kids

[01:50:23]: The Difference in Male and Female Priorities

Guest: Kelly Ladwig

Kelly is Nashville's top real estate agent

You can find Kelly on https://www.instagram.com/homeonanashvillehill

[00:00:00]: Meet Kelly Ladwig: Nashville's Top Agent

[00:01:05]: From Wisconsin Roots to Nashville Life

[00:01:13]: Childhood Passion: Building Houses & Open House Weekends

[00:01:41]: A Detour Through Journalism & TV Dreams

[00:02:59]: The Key to Success: Storytelling & Curiosity

[00:03:35]: Reinventing Again: Advertising & Augmented Reality

[00:04:23]: The 50th Birthday Leap: Getting a Real Estate License

[00:05:10]: COVID's Curveball: A Layoff Becomes an Opportunity

[00:06:03]: Building Her Brand: Documenting the Home Build on Instagram

[00:06:51]: Finding the Gap: Why Nashville Real Estate Agents Weren't on Social Media

[00:08:54]: 95% of Business from Social Media: How Kelly Connects

[00:09:32]: Understanding Luxury: It's More Than a Price Tag

[00:10:11]: What Makes Nashville Special?

[00:11:08]: A City of Transplants: Building Community Without Family Nearby

[00:11:47]: Nashville's Diverse Quarters: From City to Countryside

[00:13:54]: Is Nashville Still Growing?

[00:14:12]: Who's Moving to Nashville?

[00:15:02]: Central Location & No State Income Tax: The Big Draws

[00:16:06]: Do People Move to Nashville for Politics?

[00:19:16]: The Key to a Happy Move

[00:20:05]: Making Friends When You're New

[00:24:13]: What Surprises Transplants Most?

[00:26:55]: New Trends & Hot Neighborhoods: Murfreesboro is Booming

[00:30:33]: The Appeal of Amenities

[00:32:29]: Building a Team & Dealing with Burnout

[00:33:37]: How Kelly Recharges: Workouts, Alone Time & Boundaries

[00:40:05]: Finding Inspiration: Mel Robbins & Mastermind Groups

[00:43:13]: Battling Imposter Syndrome & The Comparison Trap

[00:47:17]: The Heart of the Business: The Joy of Helping People Find Home

[00:51:32]: Advice for Moving to Nashville: Be Open-Minded & Hire a Realtor

[00:55:11]: Finding the Right Agent

[00:58:51]: Rapid Fire: Challenging Clients & Favorite Stories

[01:01:06]: How "Jinx the Cat" Won a Bidding War

[01:02:18]: Do People Regret Moving? Giving it Time

[01:03:04]: Kelly's Style: Retail Therapy & Guilty Pleasures

[01:07:46]: The Trend of Owning Multiple Homes

[01:09:10]: Where to Find Kelly Ladwig Online

[01:09:54]: Building Relationships & Wrapping Up

Guest: Adrienne Richardson

Adrienne is a former 7-figure business owner, who now leads her life as a success coach in the Nashville/Franklin area, helping women find success in life.

You can find Adrienne on https://www.instagram.com/adrienne_richardson_

[00:00:00]: Trailer

[00:01:00]: Introduction and Life Background

[00:03:19]: Success Story and Career Journey

[00:06:09]: Facebook Ads Agency

[00:07:40]: Shifting Life Goals and New Beginnings

[00:08:50]: Challenges of Motherhood and Personal Growth

[00:12:05]: Marriage Dynamics and Personal Development

[00:16:02]: Balancing Masculinity and Femininity

[00:20:15]: Relationship Dynamics and Gender Roles

[00:23:00]: Family Influence and Personal Identity

[00:26:22]: Friendships and Social Dynamics

[00:31:05]: Personal Growth and Letting Go

[00:34:39]: Balancing Professional and Personal Life

[00:43:02]: Embracing Different Life Seasons

[00:51:17]: Defining Personal Success

[00:56:07]: Pursuing Ambitions and Authenticity

[01:00:55]: The Journey of Vulnerability

[01:07:03]: Embracing Change and Personal Evolution

[01:13:08]: Inspirational Figures and Personal Identity

[01:22:01]: Personal Wellness and Fitness Routine

[01:29:48]: Favorite Ways to Recharge

[01:30:44]: Mindset Hacks and Overcoming Stagnation

[01:31:22]: Advice to Younger Self

[01:35:34]: Parenting Insights and Wisdom

[01:42:06]: Conclusion and Contact Information