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Join Mandii B and Weezy WTF as they navigate the evolution of their podcasting journey in this candid and hilarious episode of “Decisions, Decisions.” Reflecting on nearly a decade of bold conversations, the duo opens up about the challenges and triumphs of rebranding their iconic show, previously known as “WHOREible Decisions.” Dive into their reasoning behind the name change, their growth as individuals, and the dynamics of creating space for nontraditional relationships and personal self-love. This episode features thought-provoking discussions on societal norms, reclaiming identity, and the complexities of managing a brand that champions inclusivity while addressing the limitations of media algorithms. From celibacy and creative reinvention to navigating life changes and unconventional lifestyles, Mandy and Weezy offer raw, unfiltered takes that will keep you engaged and inspired. Follow the hosts on social media Weezy @Weezywtf & Mandii B @Fullcourtpumps and follow the Decisions Decisions pages Instagram @_decisionsdecisions Don't forget to tag #decisionsdecisions or @ us to let us know what you think of this week's episode! Want more? Bonus episodes, merch and more Whoreible Decisions!! Become a Patron at Patreon.com/whoreibledecisions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Inhoud geleverd door Spencer Patton. Alle podcastinhoud, inclusief afleveringen, afbeeldingen en podcastbeschrijvingen, wordt rechtstreeks geüpload en geleverd door Spencer Patton of hun podcastplatformpartner. Als u denkt dat iemand uw auteursrechtelijk beschermde werk zonder uw toestemming gebruikt, kunt u het hier beschreven proces https://nl.player.fm/legal volgen.
We talk with Tennessee leaders—business owners, policy experts, educators, and residents—who champion the entrepreneurial spirit and transform once-small ideas into big impact.
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Inhoud geleverd door Spencer Patton. Alle podcastinhoud, inclusief afleveringen, afbeeldingen en podcastbeschrijvingen, wordt rechtstreeks geüpload en geleverd door Spencer Patton of hun podcastplatformpartner. Als u denkt dat iemand uw auteursrechtelijk beschermde werk zonder uw toestemming gebruikt, kunt u het hier beschreven proces https://nl.player.fm/legal volgen.
We talk with Tennessee leaders—business owners, policy experts, educators, and residents—who champion the entrepreneurial spirit and transform once-small ideas into big impact.
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×Sit down with Spencer Patton and Carli Patton as they recap what they learned while talking with Melanie Shinbaum, Executive Director of Nashville Early Childhood Education. Send us a text
Melanie Shinbaum, Executive Director of the Nashville Early Education Coalition Fund, joins us to discuss the critical challenges facing early education in Tennessee. From systemic issues like low wages and limited accessibility to the economic and emotional toll on families, Melanie shares innovative solutions, including public-private partnerships, scalable childcare models, and the role of businesses in creating flexible, high-quality childcare options. With insights from her extensive nonprofit experience and personal stories as a mother, Melanie sheds light on why early education is essential for Tennessee’s families and economy. Tune in to explore actionable steps toward solving this pressing issue and the coalition’s efforts to bring together businesses, policymakers, and communities to make a lasting impact. Send us a text…
In this episode, we dive into one of the most pressing issues facing families today: the impact of social media on children. With mounting evidence showing the risks tied to online platforms, what can parents do to safeguard their kids while navigating the digital world? Christine Rosen, a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute and expert on technology, culture, and society, offers insight into how we can create safer online environments for the next generation. Send us a text…
Kevin Menezes is the Founder and Senior Pastor of Every Nation India – a group that does church planting in India. With a commitment to seeing the gospel change the lives of the 1.4 billion people living in India, Menezes demonstrates the power of bravery and faith in his efforts to grow Christianity. While the challenges are significant, Menezes has a lightness to his leadership. Send us a text…
Sit down with Spencer Patton and Carli Patton as they recap what they learned while talking with Josh Burch, Director of People at Fort Campell. Send us a text
1 Josh Burch on Career Transitions for U.S. Special Forces | Signature Required 1:06:14
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1:06:14Josh Burch, Director of People at the Honor Foundation and a retired U.S. Army Green Beret, joins Spencer and Carli to share his remarkable journey from rural Tennessee to serving 16 deployments in Special Operations. In this episode, Josh discusses how the Honor Foundation helps transitioning veterans find purpose and fulfillment in civilian life by translating their military experience into valuable career opportunities. He reflects on the sacrifices of military families, the power of mentorship, and the importance of community. With stories of grit, resilience, and service, this conversation sheds light on the challenges veterans face and the transformative work of the Honor Foundation. Send us a text…
Sit down with Spencer Patton and Carli Patton as they recap what they learned while talking with Sam Davidson, CEO of The Nashville Entrepreneur Center. Send us a text
Sam Davidson, CEO of the Nashville Entrepreneur Center (EC), joins Spencer and Carli to discuss how the EC empowers entrepreneurs to grow their businesses. Sam shares insights into the EC’s mission to increase the success rate for startups through education, mentorship, and capital resources. He also reflects on his own entrepreneurial journey, the challenges of risk-taking, and how the EC fosters community and connection for Tennesseans pursuing their dreams. Tune in to hear how the EC is shaping the future of entrepreneurship in Tennessee. Send us a text…
Sit down with Spencer Patton and Carli Patton as they recap what they learned while talking with Melissa Trevathan, founder of Daystar Counseling Ministries. Send us a text
Melissa Trevathan, founder of Daystar Counseling Ministries, joins Spencer and Carli to share her 40-year journey of bringing hope to children and families in Middle Tennessee. Founded in 1985, Daystar provides counseling, group therapy, and a summer camp in a uniquely welcoming environment. Melissa discusses rising anxiety in younger children, the importance of relationships, and how Daystar’s sliding payment scale and therapy dogs create a safe space for healing. From responding to crises like the Covenant School shooting to fostering lifelong impact, Melissa’s story is a testament to the power of faith and service. Send us a text…
Sit down with Spencer Patton and Carli Patton as they recap what they learned while talking with Chris and Elaine Whitney. Send us a text
1 Chris and Elaine Whitney on Food Insecurity In Tennessee | Signature Required 1:07:58
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1:07:58Chris and Elaine Whitney, founders of One Generation Away, join Spencer and Carli to discuss their nonprofit food ministry that began out of the back of a Hyundai Santa Fe and now distributes millions of pounds of food annually. With a mission to bring hope, honor, and dignity through food, the Whitneys share their deeply personal journey from facing food insecurity themselves to creating a logistics-driven solution that serves thousands across multiple states. In this inspiring episode, they discuss the faces of hunger, the power of collaboration among nonprofits, and their innovative approach to rescuing and delivering food same-day. Send us a text…
1 Recap: Brian Straessle on Property Taxes and Housing Challenges Facing TN | Signature Required 7:00
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Spencer and Carli talk on Signature Required today with Brian Straessle, Executive Director of The Sycamore Institute, about property taxes, housing, and economic challenges facing Tennessee. Brian explains how Sycamore’s nonpartisan research helps Tennesseans understand the real impact of property taxes and highlights the connection between housing costs and financial stability across the state. With timely insights from Sycamore’s recent reports, this discussion reveals how data-driven analysis on taxes, housing, and economic mobility can inform smarter policies and support communities throughout Tennessee. Send us a text…
Sit down with Spencer Patton and Carli Patton as they recap what they learned while talking with Kelly Magill. Send us a text
Kelly Magill, an eighth-generation Tennessean and founder of a video production company, sits down with Spencer and Carli to share the remarkable story behind her upcoming documentary on the Tennessee maneuvers during World War II. Inspired by her grandmother’s memoirs, Kelly discusses how these forgotten military exercises helped prepare soldiers for D-Day and shaped the Allied victory. She delves into the emotional journey of interviewing the last living participants and highlights the significance of preserving these untold stories. With major platforms and prominent narrators showing interest, Kelly’s documentary promises to be a powerful reflection on history, legacy, and the vital contributions of Tennesseans in uncovering the past. Send us a text…
Spencer and Carli talk with Avik Roy, president of the Foundation for Research on Equal Opportunity (FREOPP), about market-driven economic solutions to challenges impacting Tennesseans. From Bitcoin as a hedge against inflation to Medicare Advantage for All, Avik explores how decentralized finance, healthcare reform, and housing policy can create new opportunities for low- and middle-income Americans. With a diverse background spanning medicine, finance, and public policy, Avik makes complex economic ideas accessible, explaining how Tennessee could benefit from innovative strategies to tackle inflation, rising healthcare costs, and housing shortages. Tune in for insights into building a resilient economy with solutions that empower everyday Tennesseans. Send us a text…
In this episode of Signature Required, Major General Brian Winski (Ret.), a 37-year U.S. Army veteran, joins Spencer Patton to discuss his post-military mission: the development of the Wings of Liberty Museum at Fort Campbell. The $40 million project will honor the history of the 101st Airborne Division, 5th Special Forces Group, and 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment, offering visitors a chance to experience military history through immersive exhibits and cutting-edge technology. General Winski explains the museum’s vision to inspire future generations by making military history accessible and engaging. He also shares personal insights from his military career, his family's deep military roots, and the importance of ROTC programs in developing tomorrow’s leaders. Tune in for a compelling conversation about honoring our nation's military legacy and the entrepreneurial approach needed to bring this project to life. Send us a text…
Charles Hatcher, a sixth-generation farmer at Hatcher Family Dairy, shares the remarkable legacy of his family's 200-year-old farm in Williamson County, Tennessee. In this episode, Charles delves into the challenges and joys of modern farming, from running a fully integrated dairy operation to the alarming loss of farmland across the state. Passionate about inspiring the next generation of farmers, Charles highlights how his family has embraced cutting-edge technology to remain viable in an industry where the average farmer is nearing 60 years old. He also discusses the impact of the Hatcher family's appearance on National Geographic's docuseries and their mission to maintain their land despite pressures from development. Get an inside look at the future of farming in Tennessee and the importance of agricultural sustainability in a changing world. Send us a text…
In this episode, you'll hear from Sherry Deutschmann, founder of BrainTrust, a collective of diverse women business owners committed to building financial independence, wealth, and influence. Sherry shares how she and her fellow BrainTrust members leverage their collective experience and networks to help one another scale their businesses. Before founding BrainTrust, Sherry built her own company, LetterLogic, into a $40 million enterprise using an innovative employee-first approach. Tune in to discover Sherry’s insights on leadership, entrepreneurship, and the power of community in driving business growth. Send us a text…
In this episode, we sit down with Papa Joe Bradford, founder of Elijah’s Heart, to hear his incredible story of transformation and service. From a promising career in computer programming to serving time in prison, Papa Joe’s life took a dramatic turn when he and his wife moved into one of Nashville's most impoverished neighborhoods. There, they began supporting children in need, which led to the creation of the Walk of Love program. Papa Joe shares how his passion for helping others has evolved into a national movement, his fight against poverty, and the impact of the Hollywood film Unconditional, which is based on his life. This powerful episode highlights Papa Joe’s journey from hardship to hope and his mission to spread love and change lives. Send us a text…
Brian Hicks is the CEO of Harvest Hands CDC and Humphreys Street Coffee Company, an enterprise that began as an after-school program to foster positive behavior in Nashville’s underserved youth. With a mission of using the stunning growth of Nashville to benefit those who might not normally be recipients of the wealth transfer caused by gentrification and development, Hicks has spent the last 17 years setting up generations of Nashville children for success. Send us a text…
House Representative Gino Bulso knew as a teenager that something didn’t sit right with him about the United States’ rising national debt. From writing a letter to then-President Jimmy Carter in the 1970s to now pushing for the Supreme Court to revisit a case about the powers of the Federal Government, Bulso is focused on bringing the balance of power back to how the country’s founders intended it, where the citizens are closer to those who make decisions. Send us a text…
Judge Sheila Calloway graduated from Vanderbilt University, where she earned both her undergraduate and law degrees. After law school, she served as a public defender in Nashville until 2004, when she transitioned into the role of Juvenile Court Magistrate. In 2014, she successfully ran for Nashville’s Juvenile Court Judge and was re-elected for another eight-year term in 2022. Hearing approximately 1,000 juvenile cases annually, Judge Calloway is also a strong advocate for recognizing secondary trauma and supporting her staff through the intense demands of their work. As a TedxNashville featured speaker, she delivered a talk titled “Can Forgiveness Transform the Criminal Justice System?” highlighting her belief in the power of forgiveness to effect change in the legal system Send us a text…
JT Olson founded Both Hands in 2008 to support adoption funding through service projects for widows, having been orphaned as a child himself. The average project raises $22,000. helping over 1300 families nationwide. In this episode, JT Olson and Jared Delong (Executive Director) discuss Both Hands' successes, its business model, and the growing challenges in adoption. Send us a text…
1 Rachel Freeman on Supporting Sexual Assault Victims | Signature Required 1:00:02
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1:00:02Rachel Freeman is the President and CEO of Nashville’s Sexual Assault Center (SAC). She leads the SAC in creating a safe, compassionate environment for survivors to begin their healing journey. In this episode, Freeman discusses the SAC's role in the community, key sexual assault statistics, and preventive initiatives like the Safe Bar program and campus outreach efforts. Send us a text…
1 Will Acuff on Entrepreneurs & Underestimated Nashvillians | Signature Required 1:00:57
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1:00:57Will Acuff is a born and raised pastor’s kid and has long had a servant’s heart. More than a decade ago while on a mission trip to Kenya, Will felt called to return home to Nashville and think critically about how to best love his neighbors. Will and his wife, Tiffany, founded Corner to Corner in 2011 to help underestimated Nashvillians increase their economic participation through business and entrepreneurship. Providing education, tools and networking, Corner to Corner has helped over a thousands of entrepreneurs since its creation. Send us a text…
Steven Gentile is the Executive Director of the Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) and also teaches education policy at Vanderbilt University. THEC plays a crucial role in advocating for an increase in the number of Tennesseans who obtain postsecondary credentials. In this episode, Stephen discusses the decision of whether to attend college, the benefits of choosing a technical degree, financial aid and grants, and THEC's future plans. Send us a text…
1 Jennifer Turner on Tennessee Performing Arts Center | Signature Required 1:00:37
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1:00:37Jennifer Turner joined TPAC in 2019, bringing over 20 years of nonprofit arts experience to the role of CEO. In her five years, she's guided TPAC through the pandemic, an aging facility, and a business model re-evaluation. In this episode, she shares her journey to becoming CEO, TPAC's developments, outreach and upcoming touring broadway shows. Send us a text…
1 Diana Beach Batarseh on Thriving, Diverse Private Education | Signature Required 1:01:21
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1:01:21Diana Beach Batarseh is an accomplished educator, trainer, and presenter with experience working with students from preschool to high school. Currently, she serves as the Head of School at King's Academy, which offers a Christ-centered classical education as part of its mission to develop a socio-economically and racially diverse school body. In this episode, Diana shares what makes King's Academy unique, highlighting its diversity, financial assistance programs, and strategies for fostering the growth of both the school and its community. Send us a text…
1 John Hoomes on The Nashville Opera | Signature Required 1:05:55
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1:05:55John Hoomes is the CEO and Artistic Director of Nashville Opera. Since 1995, he has guided the organization from a budget of $340,000 to over $3.4 million annually in 2024. Under his leadership, Nashville Opera has staged more than 200 productions of opera and music theater. In this episode, Carli and Spencer talk with John about accessibility to the arts, upcoming productions, and how Nashville is uniquely positioned to produce cutting-edge work. Send us a text…
1 Katie Marchetti on Working with Community Foundation | Signature Required 1:08:17
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1:08:17Katie Marchetti connects people with resources with those in need. A deep believer that a rising tide should lift all ships, she's committed to nonprofit work in Middle Tennessee. She is also co-founder of Voices for a Safer Tennessee and a board member at Fisk University. In this episode, Spencer and Carli talk openly with Katie about finding a middle ground in a polarized climate. Together they dive into the importance of entrepreneurship, the significance of Nashville's key HBCU, and complicated conversations on gun rights. Send us a text…
Sondra Noble is a Nashville-based entrepreneur who co-founder Hip Hues, a custom event swag business with her sister. In this episode she talks with Carli and Spencer about building a business with a sibling, scaling a business as you grow your own family, and the importance of mentorship for women entrepreneurs. Send us a text…
1 Jason Dukes on Data and Tech for Nonprofits | Signature Required 1:16:32
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1:16:32Spencer and Annalee speak with futurist and nonprofit leader Jason Dukes. In his role at Love Justice International, Jason is at the forefront of using technology to combat the human trafficking crisis at its source. The conversation also covers cryptocurrency and its impact on and applications for nonprofits. Send us a text…
With Benchmark Adventure Ministries, James Evans offers those with military backgrounds a chance to reflect on their lives and future goals. In this episode, Evans discusses the genesis of Benchmark, its goals, and its transformative impact with Spencer and Annalee. Send us a text
1 John Staubitz on Autism in TN Schools | Signature Required 1:04:11
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1:04:11John Staubitz, Director of Behavior Analysis at TRIAD, Vanderbilt University, has spent decades helping children with autism and behavior disorders. In a discussion with Spencer and Annalee, he explores how educators and parents can support autistic children to be happy and engaged at home and school. Discover the essentials and take pride in TRIAD’s leading role in providing top-notch strategies for Tennesseans. Send us a text…
1 Jim Ward on Homeless Veterans | Signature Required 1:12:36
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1:12:36In this episode of Signature Required, Jim Ward shares insights from running the 49-bed homeless shelter in Nashville's Vine Hill area for the past four years. He discusses the challenges of helping veterans navigate poverty, addiction, PTSD, and mental health issues to rebuild their lives. From eye-opening statistics on homeless veterans to inspiring success stories, Jim sheds light on a nationwide issue that demands our attention. Send us a text…
1 Jim Bartoo on The Nashville Zoo | Signature Required 1:16:31
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1:16:31Jim Bartoo, Marketing and Public Relations Director at the Nashville Zoo for the past 25 years, talks with Spencer and Annalee about the zoo's rich history. He shares insights on its founding, conservation efforts, and the sourcing of animals, along with the story behind the giant pumpkin at Boo At The Zoo. Bartoo emphasizes the importance of places like the zoo in helping us disconnect from screens, engage with nature, and appreciate the wonders of the natural world. Send us a text…
1 Dr. Maria Cronley on College Education | Signature Required 1:08:35
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1:08:35Dr. Maria Cronley, Provost of Austin Peay State University, talks with Spencer and Annalee about higher education in America. She discusses the university's efforts to provide flexibility for students, particularly military-affiliated students. Dr. Cronley emphasizes the value of a college education, warns of the upcoming enrollment decline in US institutions, and aims for a better-educated Tennessee. Send us a text…
1 Tommy Rhodes on Summer Camps | Signature Required 1:29:57
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1:29:57Tommy Rhodes, founder of Barefoot Republic summer camp, joins us to talk about his mission to build a summer camp population that reflects the diversity of heaven. This Christian camp aims to foster shared experiences among kids of diverse backgrounds, financial situations, races, and ethnicities. Send us a text…
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