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.

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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 Onlyat The Lab Training Studio.

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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.

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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.

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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

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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

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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.

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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

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Nashville is changing fast — but is all that growth a good thing?

On this episode of Music City Mindset, Blake Harris and Evan Butler take a look at what's happening in Nashville right now, from the city's explosive growth and development to the good, the bad, and everything in between.

They break down how Nashville is changing, what the city is gaining and potentially losing along the way, and what makes Music City such a unique place to live, work, and build a business.

They also dive into the latest conversations surrounding Nashville sports, the teams and events putting the city on the map, and the growing sports culture throughout Middle Tennessee.

And, of course, no conversation about Nashville would be complete without talking about Dolly Parton and her impact on the city, Tennessee, and country music culture.

Whether you're a lifelong Nashvillian, a recent transplant, or just curious about where Nashville is headed, this episode covers some of the biggest conversations surrounding Nashville, Tennessee.

In this episode:

• Nashville's rapid growth and development
• The good and bad of Nashville's expansion
• How Nashville is changing
• Nashville sports and the city's growing sports culture
• The impact of Dolly Parton
• What makes Nashville unique
• Where Music City could be headed next

Music City Mindset brings conversations about Nashville, business, culture, sports, entertainment, and the people shaping Music City.

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Is CrossFit fading—or is the fitness world simply evolving?

In this episode of the NFM Podcast, hosts Abby Miranda and Collin Schoen dive into one of the biggest questions in the fitness community: Is CrossFit losing its momentum? They break down the current state of CrossFit, the explosive growth of HYROX, and what these trends could mean for the future of functional fitness.

Abby and Collin discuss why HYROX has become such a major force in the fitness industry, how workout trends are changing, and what today's athletes and everyday fitness enthusiasts are looking for. From functional training and competition to community-driven fitness, they explore the trends shaping the industry right now.

Whether you're a CrossFit athlete, HYROX competitor, gym-goer, or simply interested in where fitness is headed, this episode offers an honest conversation about CrossFit, HYROX, fitness trends, and the future of the fitness industry.

In this episode: • Is CrossFit fading? • The rise of HYROX • CrossFit vs. HYROX • The latest fitness trends • How the fitness community is changing • The future of functional fitness • What athletes are looking for in training and competition

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How fast should your business grow?

On this episode of the Ground Up Podcast, Terry Barga and Vanessa Hampton dive into the realities of business growthand why growing faster isn't always better. While rapid growth can sound like the ultimate goal, it can also bring increased stress, difficult decisions, operational challenges, and pressure that can impact both business owners and their teams.

Terry and Vanessa discuss how to recognize when your business is growing too quickly, the challenges that can come with scaling too fast, and why finding the right pace of growth can be the key to building a stronger, healthier, and more sustainable business.

They also talk about the importance of having the right systems in place, understanding your capacity, and making intentional decisions that allow your business to grow without sacrificing quality or your own well-being.

If you're an entrepreneur, business owner, or someone looking to take their company to the next level, this conversation offers valuable insight into scaling a business, sustainable growth, entrepreneurship, leadership, and avoiding burnout.

In This Episode:

• The challenges of growing a business too quickly
• Why rapid growth can create stress and pressure
• How to determine the right speed for your business
• Building a foundation before scaling
• The importance of sustainable business growth
• Knowing when your business is ready for the next step
• Avoiding burnout while building a successful company
• Making intentional decisions for long-term growth

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