In this episode of the Music City Mindset Podcast, hosts Blake Harris and Evan Butler sit down with Charlie Saunier, better known as "Crazy Charlie."

Charlie shares his incredible life story, starting with where he's from and what growing up was like, and how those early experiences shaped the person he is today. He dives into his journey into the world of wrestling, how he built his reputation in the ring, and the mindset it takes to compete and perform at that level.

Charlie also talks about what he's doing today, the passion that drives him, and the lessons he's learned along the way. From the wrestling ring to life outside of it, this conversation is full of motivation, resilience, and real-life perspective. He also shares what he's focused on now and what's next for him moving forward.

If you enjoy stories about overcoming challenges, pursuing passion, and building a mindset for success, this episode is one you won't want to miss.

Topics in this episode include:

• Charlie Saunier's upbringing and background
• The story behind becoming "Crazy Charlie"
• His wrestling career and experiences in the ring
• Life lessons learned through competition
• What he's doing now and the passion behind it
• What's next for Crazy Charlie

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What makes a wellness company truly different?

On this episode of the NFM Podcast, hosts Abby Miranda and Collin Schoen sit down with Jerry Smith and Katie Breeding from OptimizeU to break it all down.

Jerry and Katie share the origin story of OptimizeU—how it started, the mission behind it, and why their approach to health and wellness stands out from the rest. They dive deep into how they work alongside trainers (not against them), creating a collaborative environment that helps clients get real, lasting results.

Plus, they get into an important conversation around hormones—what you need to know, why they matter, and how optimizing them can impact your overall performance, recovery, and quality of life.

If you're into fitness, health optimization, or just want to understand your body better, this episode is packed with value.

In this episode:

• The story behind OptimizeU
• What makes their approach different
• How they partner with trainers for better results
• Hormone health explained
• The future of wellness and optimization

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Customer service isn't just a part of your business—it is your business.

In this episode of the Ground Up Podcast, hosts Terry Barga, Vanessa Hampton, and Roy Mangrum dive deep into the real impact of customer service and why it can make or break your brand. From building lasting relationships to creating loyal customers, they break down what separates average businesses from unforgettable ones.

Whether you're an entrepreneur, business owner, or working in sales or hospitality, this episode gives you practical insight into how strong customer service drives growth, reputation, and long-term success.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why customer service is the backbone of every successful business
• How great service builds trust and loyalty
• Common mistakes businesses make with customers
• Simple ways to elevate your customer experience today
• Why word-of-mouth and reputation matter more than ever

If you're serious about growing your business from the ground up, this is a conversation you don't want to miss.

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In this episode of Music City Mindset, hosts Blake Harris and Evan Butler sit down with rising artist Danni Nicholls for an inspiring conversation about chasing dreams in Nashville.

Danni shares her first impression of Nashville, why she ultimately chose Music City, and what the transition and move were really like behind the scenes. From taking risks to finding her sound, she opens up about her personal journey and the lessons she's learned along the way.

Plus — don't miss an exclusive LIVE performance of her brand new single "The Wreckage", along with the story and meaning behind the song.

This episode dives into:

• Why Danni chose Nashville
• What it's really like moving to a new music city
• Her journey as an artist
• The inspiration behind "The Wreckage"
• What's next in her career

If you're an artist, entrepreneur, or someone chasing a big goal, this episode is packed with insight and inspiration.

Brought to you by: Ounce Of Hope Rock N Roll Series Nashville Iconix

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What makes a gym more than just a place to work out?

On this episode of the NFM Podcast, hosts Abby Miranda and Joe Adams sit down with Zach Babischkin, owner of The Yard Gym in Nashville. Zach shares the story behind how he got involved with The Yard, what inspired him to take ownership, and the vision that drives the gym's unique approach to fitness.

They dive into: How The Yard's training program actually works What separates it from traditional gyms and workouts Why community, structure, and accountability matter more than ever The mindset shift needed to see real results

Whether you're deep into fitness or just getting started, this episode breaks down a smarter, more intentional way to train—and why The Yard is building something different in Nashville.

Tune in now and level up your approach to fitness.

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Amazing show today with my friend Connie Williams who is the co-creator of Bench Aerobics which then quickly developed into what we all know today as "STEP Aerobics". That said is All awesome. But there's SO much more. Connie has developed an amazing therapeutic stretch program that she currently uses to help many people overcome major mobility and health wellness issues. We discuss All. This show is a tremendous resource for you to gather what again I encourage you all to do; skills, tools, simple knowledge and thus the self empowerment to take control of your health mental and physical body mind and spirit. Women, men and children of ALL ages can benefit from this info today. Some major and influential history of our amazing fitness industry we discuss as well. You're watching and listening together cumulatively some 90 years of experience in health wellness and REALLY working in the real world with people of all shapes, sizes, goals, abilities, perspectives, challenges, triumphs, losses to victories. We cover it all. Join us in this conversation of wellness for the ages! Connect and find info on Connie's programs: www.stretchtherapywithconnie.com Click here on my Beacons for All episodes in addition to my latest book: Anti-Diet; The Paradigm Has Shifted and more! https://beacons.ai/robertreames

In this episode of the Music City Mindset Podcast, hosts Blake Harris and Evan Butler sit down with Jason Hollis ("Hollis") to talk about his journey to Nashville, the opportunities he found here, and why he ultimately decided to stay and build something meaningful in the city.

Hollis shares what originally brought him to Nashville, the changes he's seen as the city has grown, and how the environment shaped his entrepreneurial mindset. He also dives into the story behind The Eighth Room — why he decided to purchase the space, the vision behind it, and the intentional thought that went into creating something unique for the community.

The conversation also explores risk-taking, entrepreneurship, and trusting your vision, as Hollis explains the mindset required to pursue big ideas. He also gives insight into his upcoming book, including when it's expected to release and what readers can expect from it.

If you're interested in Nashville's creative scene, entrepreneurship, taking risks, and building something from the ground up, this episode delivers powerful insight and inspiration.

Topics in this episode include:

• Why Jason Hollis moved to Nashville
• What made him choose to stay in the city
• How Nashville has changed over the years
• The story and vision behind The Eighth Room
• Risk-taking and entrepreneurial mindset
• His upcoming book and what it's about

Listen to more episodes of the Music City Mindset Podcast for conversations on mindset, entrepreneurship, culture, and growth.

This episode is brought to you by: Ounce Of Hope Iconix Social Indoor

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What does it really take to leave the corporate world and step into entrepreneurship? In this episode of the Ground Up Podcast, hosts Terry Barga, Roy Mangrum, and Vanessa Hampton sit down with Newton Dominey to talk about his journey from the corporate world into entrepreneurship and what sparked the shift in his mindset.

Newton shares how he first got into entrepreneurship, the lessons he learned along the way, and the realities of building something on your own. The conversation dives into important topics like business partnerships, financial decisions, and navigating the challenges that come with building and growing a business.

They also discuss what Newton is currently working on and the perspective he's gained through his experiences in both corporate and entrepreneurial environments.

If you're thinking about starting a business, transitioning careers, or learning how entrepreneurs think about risk, money, and partnerships, this episode is packed with insight.

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In this episode of the Music City Mindset Podcast, hosts Blake Harris and Evan Butler sit down with Lano XL to talk about the mindset shift that changed everything for him.

Lano XL shares the moment things finally clicked and what helped him transform the way he thinks about life, success, and growth. He dives into his personal come-up, how he developed into the person and artist he is today, and the lessons he learned along the way.

The conversation also explores the Nashville music scene, what it's really like building your name in Music City, and the culture surrounding local artists. Lano breaks down the meaning behind the Born Rich Club, explaining the mindset and philosophy behind the name and why it represents more than just money.

He also talks about how he got into podcasting, what inspired him to join the podcast world, and why conversations like these matter for artists, creators, and entrepreneurs.

If you're interested in mindset, entrepreneurship, music culture, and personal growth, this is an episode you don't want to miss.

In this episode:

• Lano XL's mindset shift and what changed his perspective
• His personal come-up and journey
• The Nashville music scene and its culture
• The meaning behind the Born Rich Club
• Why he started podcasting
• Lessons about growth, mindset, and success

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In this Trainer Talk episode of the NFM Podcast, hosts Collin Schoen and Aaron Hines dive into real conversations from inside the coaching world.

They break down the growing conversation around GLP-1 medications in the fitness industry, discussing how they impact weight loss, health, and coaching strategies. They also reflect on the mistakes they made when they first started as trainers and the lessons that helped them grow into better coaches.

Collin and Aaron also talk about which types of clients are typically easier to work with, what makes a client-coach relationship successful, and the mindset needed to see real progress in fitness.

If you're a trainer, someone starting their fitness journey, or curious about how coaching really works behind the scenes, this episode gives honest insight into the industry.

In this episode they discuss:

• GLP-1 medications and their role in weight loss
• Mistakes they made early in their coaching careers
• The types of clients that succeed the most
• Coaching lessons from real-world experience
• Mindset and accountability in fitness

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