What if the best medicine isn’t surgery or a prescription — but prevention?

In this episode, orthopedic surgeon Dr. Grant Zarzour shares how personal experiences reshaped his view of healthcare — from fixing joints in the operating room to helping people avoid the operating room altogether.

After witnessing the challenges of his father’s illness and his son’s early autism diagnosis, Grant founded Sperity Health— a longevity and preventive-medicine company with locations across the U.S. that helps people lower their risk of cancer, cardiovascular disease, and dementia through data, diagnostics, and personalized care.

From Medicine 3.0 to the power of wearables, AI, and lifestyle science, Grant explains how Sperity Health is changing what modern healthcare looks like — and how Hatch Fairhope is helping innovators like him connect ideas, technology, and community to transform health across the Gulf Coast.

Quote:

🎧 In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How Sperity Health is redefining longevity and preventive care nationwide
• The personal stories that inspired Grant to launch a new model of medicine
• What Medicine 3.0 means in practice — and how it aligns with ideas from Dr. Peter Attia’s bestselling book Outlive
• How AI and human insight work together to personalize health
• The “CFO on the treadmill” story — and why small wake-up moments can save lives
• How Hatch Fairhope is connecting science, business, and community on the Gulf Coast

About The Hatch Podcast

The Hatch Podcast: Bioscience Innovation Stories highlights founders, researchers, and entrepreneurs shaping the future of Alabama and the Gulf Coast — where discovery meets purpose and innovation takes flight.

Produced by Tim Scott for The Hatch Podcast — bioscience innovation stories from the Gulf Coast and beyond.

🔗 Learn more:
Sperity Health — https://www.sperityhealth.com

Hatch Fairhope — https://www.hatchfairhope.com

Real-world advice for up-and-coming & indie artists — from songwriting and production to promotion, consistency, and building a lasting career.

What does it really take to stand out as an artist today?

With thousands of songs released every single day, it’s never been easier to share your music — but it’s never been harder to get noticed. In this episode of The Hatch Podcast: Music Accelerator, host Chris Estes sits down with producer and engineer Tim Scott to talk through the five essential things every up-and-coming artist should know.

🎶 The 5 Pillars Every Artist Should Know:

1. Songwriting — It all starts with the song. Write often, collaborate widely, and stay authentic.
2. Production — Don’t “fix it in the mix.” Make sure the song works before you hit record.
3. Promotion — Tell your story, not just your song. Great content connects people to your music.
4. Consistency — Keep writing, releasing, and engaging. Momentum builds careers.
5. Audience — Nurture your listeners. Every stream, show, and post helps grow your community.

Chris and Tim share real-world lessons from years of producing, recording, and mentoring artists—from co-writing tips and demo prep to building long-term creative habits that last.

🎧 Produced by Chris Estes and Tim Scott
📍 A production of Hatch Fairhope

🔗 Learn more about the Hatch Music Accelerator and how we’re supporting Alabama artists and mentoring new talent at hatchfairhope.com.

The Hatch Music Accelerator is designed to help independent artists in Alabama build successful, sustainable music careers. Apply now for mentorship, workshops, and upcoming performance opportunities:
👉 hatchfairhope.com

What if the future of farming starts with insects? In this episode of The Hatch Podcast: Bioscience Innovation Stories, producer Tim Scott talks with Michael Lynch, founder and CEO of CHONEX — an Alabama bioscience company transforming chicken waste into powerful organic fertilizer through black soldier fly technology.

Born in Alabama’s Black Belt, CHONEX is pioneering regenerative agriculture, improving soil health, and creating a circular farming economy that benefits farmers, the environment, and rural communities. Lynch shares how his faith, humility, and servant leadership turned a “crazy idea” into a biotech success story — one now supported by Hatch’s Biotech Accelerator on the Gulf Coast.

In This Episode

• How CHONEX converts poultry waste into high-value organic fertilizer
• The science of black soldier flies and soil regeneration
• How Alabama’s Black Belt inspired a circular-economy startup
• The connection between soil health, food quality, and community well-being
• CHONEX’s growth from local field trials to national distribution

Featured Guest

Michael Lynch — Founder & CEO, CHONEX
Innovator in sustainable agriculture and bioscience, Lynch leads CHONEX, a company redefining how organic waste can fuel regenerative farming and soil health across the Southeast.

Quote

About The Hatch Podcast

The Hatch Podcast: Bioscience Innovation Stories highlights founders, researchers, and entrepreneurs shaping the future of Alabama and the Gulf Coast — where discovery meets purpose and innovation takes flight.

Produced by Tim Scott for The Hatch Podcast — bioscience innovation stories from the Gulf Coast and beyond.

Links
CHONEX → chonex.ag
Hatch Biotech Accelerator → hatchfairhope.com/programs/biotech
Hatch Fairhope → hatchfairhope.com

Applications close February 2026 — join the next cohort.

What gives Alabama its sound — that soulful mix of gospel roots, southern storytelling, and pure heart that carries across generations?

In this episode, producer Tim Scott takes you on a journey through the voices that defined generations — from Nat King Cole and Dinah Washington to Hank Williams, Percy Sledge, Randy Owen, and Jimmy Buffett.
At the heart of it all is Tuskegee’s own Lionel Richie, whose unmistakable voice carried Alabama’s soul to the global stage. Hear Lionel in his own words as he reflects on his journey, faith, and what it means to stay grounded in the spotlight.

🎧 Listen to learn:

• How Alabama’s gospel roots shaped its distinct sound
• The Muscle Shoals sessions that changed American soul music
• Lionel Richie’s path from the Commodores to global icon
• Why authenticity is at the heart of every great Alabama artist
• How voices from Fort Payne to Mobile created music that still unites people today

Episode Highlights:

• Nat King Cole’s smooth tone that broke racial barriers in 1950s America
• Dinah Washington’s fiery delivery that earned her the title “Queen of the Blues”
• The raw emotion behind Percy Sledge’s When a Man Loves a Woman
• Lionel Richie’s reflections on faith, love, and purpose
• The rise of Alabama’s country legends and Gulf Coast storytellers

Quotes:

Produced by: Tim Scott
Executive Producer & Creator: Keith Glines
A production of: Hatch Fairhope
Learn more: 119collective.hatchfairhope.com

In this second conversation with Susan Fontaine Godwin, we go deeper into the business of songwriting — from co-writing splits to performance rights, mechanical royalties, and how to protect your work in the streaming age.

Susan, founder of Christian Copyright Solutions and a pioneer in publishing administration, joins host Chris Estes to unpack what every indie songwriter should know about contracts, PROs, and revenue streams — and why protecting your creative work is just as important as creating it.

👉 Apply now for the Hatch Music Accelerator: 119collective.hatchfairhope.com

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• The “Protect, Collect, and Promote” framework for managing your music career
• How to handle co-writing splits and ownership percentages early on
• Why registration with ASCAP, BMI, or SESAC matters — and when to do it
• The difference between a songwriter’s share and a publisher’s share
• What to look for (and avoid) in aggregator publishing agreements like TuneCore or DistroKid
• How publishing administrators help collect your royalties worldwide
• Understanding the MLC (Mechanical Licensing Collective) and SoundExchange — and what they do for you
• Common contract mistakes indie artists make (and how to avoid them)

Key Episode Highlights:

• “Protect, Collect, Promote” — Susan’s timeless approach to publishing and licensing
• Why indie artists should treat songwriting splits like a handshake deal written down
• The “two sides” of royalties explained: master vs. composition
• The difference between a publisher and a publishing administrator
• Why understanding your agreements protects your long-term income

Quotes:

“Publishing really comes down to three things: protect, collect, and promote.”

“If you’re co-writing, document your splits early. The conversation you skip now can become the argument you have later.”

“The song and the sound recording are two different copyrights — and two different revenue streams.”

“Don’t just check the box and move on. Know what you’re signing, what you’re giving up, and what you’re keeping.”

With over three decades of experience in publishing, licensing, and songwriter advocacy, Susan Fontaine Godwin has seen the music industry from the inside out. From launching the publishing department at Integrity Music to founding Christian Copyright Solutions, Susan has been at the forefront of protecting songwriters’ rights and ensuring artists get paid fairly.

In this episode of The Hatch Podcast: Music Accelerator, host Chris Estes sits down with Susan to unpack her journey, the evolution of music publishing, and the lessons indie artists need to know about copyright, licensing, and revenue collection.

👉 Apply now for the Hatch Music Accelerator: 119collective.hatchfairhope.com

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• How Integrity Music’s Hosanna! tapes sparked a movement in worship publishing
• The founding of Christian Copyright Solutions and the need for simplified blanket licenses
• Why churches and songwriters must understand copyright exemptions—and where they end
• The rise of independent artists and church-based publishing collectives
• International publishing pitfalls: what to know if your songs find an audience overseas
• How fraudulent copyright claims happen—and what policing your catalog really takes
• The importance of having the right administrator to protect your global rights

Key Episode Highlights

• From 70 songs to 4,400: building a catalog from scratch at Integrity Music
• How blanket licensing made it possible for churches to legally perform 20 million songs
• Stories from the “Wild West” of international publishing—like a $10,000 cash payout in Brazil
• Why indie songwriters today have more opportunities than ever—but also more responsibility

With 119,000 songs uploaded every day, how do you write something that cuts through the noise?

In this episode of The Hatch Podcast: Music Accelerator, host Chris Estes and Hatch director Keith Glines dive deep into the art and business of songwriting — the foundation of every music career. From the creative process to the essential business fundamentals, they share how independent artists can refine songs that don’t just get heard, but truly get remembered. You’ll learn why consistency beats chasing one hit, how to use the “two or three sleeps” rule to improve your work, and the business steps that protect your songs and royalties for years to come.

👉 Apply now for the Hatch Music Accelerator: 119collective.hatchfairhope.com

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• The Three-Lane System: Development → Curation → Placement
• The “Two or Three Sleeps” Rule for finishing songs
• Business fundamentals: PROs, publishing entities, splits, and monetization
• The Completion Test: How to know when a song is truly finished
• Collaboration strategies: who to co-write with and when to bring in outside voices
• The Live Test: Using audience reaction to refine your songs

Key Episode Highlights:

• [00:00:00] The staggering reality: 119,000 songs uploaded daily
• [00:02:52] Why even great albums usually only have 1–2 standout songs
• [00:03:44] The three lanes every song lives in
• [00:05:27] The 20-year test: writing songs you’ll still love playing decades later
• [00:06:15] Why finished songs often sound nothing like their first drafts
• [00:08:24] Placement lane: what to do with songs that don’t fit your brand
• [00:10:18] Business essentials: PROs, publishing entities, and revenue streams
• [00:13:12] Producer Tim asks: “How do you know when a song is finished?”

The Chris Estes Songwriting Philosophy:

The Three Critical Tests for Song Completion:

1. The Expression Test — Does it clearly convey your intended message?
2. The Live Test — Does it connect with a live audience?
3. The Community Test — Do trusted collaborators and listeners agree it’s complete?

Episode Quotes:

• “Average songs are ignored. Great songs get attention.”
• “Give it two or three sleeps, then come back to the song with fresh ears.”
• “What’s the last song you heard that made you say, *‘I have to share this’? That’s the mark you should be aiming for.”

Resources and Links:

• Apply now: 119collective.hatchfairhope.com
• Hatch website: hatchfairhope.com
• Instagram: @hatchfairhope

Did you know some of the most iconic songs in American music were written by Alabama songwriters? From Hank Williams Sr. in Montgomery to Lionel Richie in Tuskegee, from the Muscle Shoals sound to Jimmy Buffett on the Gulf Coast — Alabama’s storytellers have shaped music across every genre.

In this episode of The Hatch Podcast: Music Accelerator, we feature Alabama-born hit songwriter Jamey Johnson. Jamey opens up about writing his Grammy-winning song “In Color,” the struggles that fueled That Lonesome Song, and the tough decision to include “High Cost of Living” on the record.

Narrated by Tim Scott — Hatch podcast producer, Alabama native, and 25-year music industry veteran — the episode traces Alabama’s deep songwriting tradition and connects Jamey’s story to the larger history of the state’s music.

You’ll hear about:

• WC Handy, the “Father of the Blues,” born in Florence in 1873.
• Hank Williams Sr.’s Montgomery roots and timeless heartbreak ballads.
• Muscle Shoals writers like Dan Penn, Donnie Fritts, and Arthur Alexander.
• Lionel Richie, Brittany Howard, Jason Isbell, Mac McAnally, Jimmy Buffett, and more.
• And how Jamey Johnson carries this legacy forward with songs that are plainspoken, personal, and true.

👉 To learn more about the Hatch Music Accelerator — and how we’re supporting Alabama music and mentoring new artists — visit 119collective.hatchfairhope.com.

What does it really take to launch a music career today?

In this very first episode of The Hatch Podcast: Music Accelerator, host Chris Estes and Hatch director Keith Glines pull back the curtain on a brand-new program designed to help independent artists in Alabama navigate the modern music business. Over 12 weeks, artists will write, collaborate, record, and walk away with a fully produced song — plus the marketing and business tools to sustain a real career in today’s streaming economy.

👉 Apply now for the Hatch Music Accelerator: 119collective.hatchfairhope.com

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• Why South Alabama is the perfect place for a music + tech ecosystem
• How the Hatch Music Accelerator equips artists from songwriting to release
• A step-by-step look at the 12-week accelerator: collaboration, production, marketing, and business know-how
• Why collaboration is the secret ingredient for great songwriting
• How streaming reshaped the music business — and the new opportunities for indie artists
• How to build momentum and sustainability without signing to a label

Episode highlights:

• [00:01:50] Why the Gulf Coast is the right launchpad for the accelerator
• [00:07:31] The streaming economy: micro-royalties vs. unlimited reach
• [00:11:55] Songwriting camps and the power of collaboration
• [00:15:15] Beyond the song: marketing, content, and building attention
• [00:19:59] Why the accelerator is free — and how to get involved

Resources and links:

• Apply now: 119collective.hatchfairhope.com
• Hatch website: hatchfairhope.com
• Instagram: @hatchfairhope
  
  

About the show:

The Hatch Podcast: Music Accelerator is your inside track on building a music career today. From songwriting and production to distribution and marketing, each episode features the insights, mentors, and real-world tools artists need to turn creativity into momentum.

How can innovation in medical sterilization improve patient safety and protect the environment? Join us on The Hatch Podcast as we dive into an inspiring conversation with Michelle Scott, CEO and founder of Gulf Sterilization. With a background in speech pathology, Michelle transitioned into the medical device industry to address critical supply chain challenges and environmental concerns. Learn how her company is revolutionizing sterilization with chlorine dioxide, offering a safer, more sustainable alternative to traditional methods. This episode explores her entrepreneurial journey, the future of biotech in South Alabama, and the impact of innovation on healthcare and sustainability.

What You Will Learn

• How Michelle Scott transitioned from a speech pathology career to founding a sterilization company.
• The environmental and efficiency benefits of chlorine dioxide as an alternative to ethylene oxide in medical sterilization.
• The role South Alabama plays as a growing hub for biotech innovation.
• Insights into the challenges and opportunities in the medical device supply chain.
• How Gulf Sterilization is positioning itself for growth in the global and regional markets.

Key Topics Discussed

• The surprising connection between speech pathology and solving medical device sterilization challenges.
• Why ethylene oxide’s carcinogenic nature sparked a need for alternative sterilization methods.
• The advantages of chlorine dioxide: shorter cycles, no harmful emissions, and compatibility with modern medical devices.
• The impact of EPA regulations on the medical device industry and the push for sustainable practices.
• South Alabama’s emerging role in biotech, featuring innovative companies like ChoX, RO, and Isec Biotechnology.
• The significance of the Biotech Innovation Summit and its potential to foster collaboration in the region.

Show Resources and Links

• Gulf Sterilization Website: gulfsterilization.com
• LinkedIn: Connect with Michelle Scott or Gulf Sterilization
• Hatch Fairhope: Learn more about the podcast and upcoming events at hatchfairhope.com
• Bio Alabama Biotech Innovation Summit: Explore details about this inaugural event fostering biotech collaboration in South Alabama at bioalabama.com
• EPA Ruling on Ethylene Oxide: Read about the 2019 and 2023 EPA regulations on ethylene oxide emissions at epa.gov

Key Quotes

• “It seems to be a big leap, but in the end, it really is about solving problems and providing the best outcomes for patients.” – Michelle Scott
• “Chlorine dioxide offers shorter cycle times, clean emissions, and the ability to sterilize at ambient temperature, making it ideal for modern medical devices with electronics.” – Michelle Scott
• “I think people will be surprised to learn about the innovation that’s happening right here in South Alabama.” – Michelle Scott

Conclusion

Michelle Scott’s journey from speech pathology to founding Gulf Sterilization is a testament to the power of innovation and problem-solving in healthcare. By addressing critical gaps in the medical device supply chain and prioritizing sustainability, Gulf Sterilization is paving the way for safer patient care and a healthier environment. This episode also highlights South Alabama’s growing role as a biotech hub, with events like the Biotech Innovation Summit fostering collaboration and growth. Tune in to discover how one entrepreneur’s vision is transforming an industry and inspiring a region.