Discovering 615
Find Your Place Find Your People. The Stories Behind the People of Middle Tennessee
Join host Rob Thacker — also known as ThackAttack615 — a real estate professional with REAL Broker, as he explores the people who make the Greater Nashville and Middle Tennessee community such a vibrant place to live, work, and create.
On Discovering 615, Rob sits down with entrepreneurs, small business owners, musicians, actors, creators, and community leaders to hear the real stories behind what they do. From established businesses to rising stars, each episode dives into the journeys, challenges, wins, and lessons learned along the way.
Celebrate the W’s — the wins — and the L’s — the learning moments through engaging conversations filled with inspiration, humor, and real-life insight. Whether it's a local restaurant owner, filmmaker, musician, nonprofit leader, or entrepreneur, Discovering 615 shines a light on the people shaping Middle Tennessee.
Tune in and discover the stories behind the people who make the 615 special.
Interested in being a guest on Discovering 615?
Contact:
Rob Thacker / ThackAttack615
Host – Discovering 615 Podcast
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Episodes
26 episodes
Inside Pour Vous: Hendersonville’s Hidden Gem Wine & Spirits Shop
Looking for a great wine and bourbon spot in Hendersonville, Tennessee? This episode of Discovering 615 takes you inside Pour Vous, a local wine and spirits store that’s all about experience, connection, and helping you find the perfec...
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Episode 26
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16:18
Why Am I Tired All the Time? Sheri Traxler on Nutrition, Energy & Burnout
Why do so many people feel tired all the time, even after a full night of sleep?In this episode of Discovering 615, nutrition expert Sheri Traxler joins host Rob Thacker (ThackAttack615) to talk about how nu...
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Episode 25
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39:54
How Social Indoor Helps Local Businesses Grow Through Community, Relationships, and Visibility
In this episode of Discovering 615, Rob Thacker sits down with Doug Wilson and Taylor Haber of Social Indoor — the largest indoor advertising company in the state of Tennessee.We talk about the power of relationships, the import...
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Episode 24
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31:33
How Smart People Switch Habits with Sheri Traxler | Real Wellness & Burnout Recovery
In this powerful and timely episode of Discovering 615, host Rob Thacker (aka ThackAttack615) sits down with health & wellness expert Sheri Traxler — author, speaker, coach, and host of the Real Wellness podcast.<...
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Episode 23
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21:14
This Jazz Pianist Is 16… and You Need to Hear Him
In this episode of Discovering 615, Rob Thacker sits down with Carter Wells, a 16-year-old jazz pianist and composer from Middle Tennessee whose talent is turning heads.Carter shares his musical journey starting in cla...
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Episode 22
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23:42
How to Build Wealth on Purpose with Justyn Melendez | Discovering 615
In this inspiring episode of Discovering 615, host Rob Thacker (aka ThackAttack615, realtor with eXp Realty) sits down with Justyn Melendez, financial consultant and founder of Intentional Wealth.Just...
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Episode 21
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42:45
Ghostly Tales with the American Hauntstorian | Allen Sircy on Discovering 615
In this special episode of the Discovering 615 Podcast, we welcome the American Hauntstorian, Allen Sircy. Known for his spine-tingling ghost stories and folklore not only from Tennessee but also from places like Cincinnati and Kentucky, Allen ...
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Episode 20
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48:34
The Infamous Magic Steve: Street Magic & His Journey Back to Middle Tennessee
Stephen Gervais, better known as The Infamous Magic Steve, has traveled an incredible path—born in Massachusetts, moving to Hendersonville, Tennessee at age 11, and living in North Carolina, New Orleans, and Florida before returning to...
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Episode 19
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27:32
Empowering Mothers Through Faith: Desneige Bourret & the Mission of Grace Place Ministr
In this episode of Discovering 615, I talk with Desneige Bourret, Executive Director of Grace Place Ministry, a faith-based nonprofit in Middle Tennessee devoted to empowering single mothers and their children thro...
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Episode 18
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18:54
Abby Blake: From Gymnastics to the Grand Ole Dream – A Singer’s Unexpected Start
Abby Blake is a singer-songwriter and pianist who grew up in Minnesota, studied in Boston, and now calls Nashville home. In this episode, she shares the hilarious and unexpected way she started singing—at a gymnastics event where there was no o...
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Episode 17
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22:37
From Christmas Lights to a Full-On Lighting Empire with Jacob Sellers | Discovering 615
In this episode of Discovering 615, host ThackAttack615 chats with Jacob Sellers, the mastermind behind Sellers Lighting Company. What began as hanging a few Christmas lights has grown into a booming business — now offering Halloween d...
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Episode 16
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23:11
Comics, Vinyl & Community: Chris Dyer of Towne Square Records on Pop Culture and Giving Back
On this episode of Discovering615, host ThackAttack615 sits down with Chris Dyer, the passionate owner of Towne Square Records & Comics in Gallatin, TN. From discovering his dad’s comic book collection as a teen to curating one of ...
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Episode 15
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1:04:32
Stitching Together Heart, Hustle & Community with Margarett Kernell of Topstitch Embroidery Plu
In this episode of Discovering 615, host Rob Thacker sits down with Margarett Kernell, the owner of Topstitch Embroidery Plus.Margarett shares how she turned her creative passion into a thriving boutique embroidery business, the unique a...
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Episode 14
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29:59
From Stranger Things to Jason Voorhees: James Stokes Gets Real About Life Behind the Mask
In this special episode of Discovering 615, Rob sits down with actor James Stokes, best known for stepping into the mask as Jason Voorhees in Voorhees: Night of the Beast, and for memorable roles in Stranger Things an...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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40:20
Merch with Meaning: Justin Greene on Printing, Purpose & Community in Hendersonville
In this episode of Discovering 615, Rob sits down with veteran and local entrepreneur Justin Greene, the heart and hustle behind Back Forty Print Shop in Hendersonville, TN. As a proud veteran-owned business, Justin brings the values o...
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Episode 12
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27:45
From Vegas to Nashville and ‘One More Ride’: Behind the Music of Blair Lindsey
In this episode of Discovering615, host Rob Thacker sits down with the lovely Blair Lindsey, a rising country/blues singer-songwriter. Originally from Las Vegas, Blair has found her musical home in Nashville, where she’s ...
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Episode 11
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20:36
Building Lasting Client Connections with Angie Taggart of Hello Again Box
In this episode of Discovering615, Rob sits down with Angie Taggart, the creative force behind Hello Again Box! Angie’s journey began in 2008 when she founded Bridging Connections, helping real estate agents stre...
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Episode 10
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22:38
Chasing Dreams & Building Businesses: David Ask’s Journey from Minnesota to Music City
In this inspiring episode of Discovering615, Rob sits down with the incredibly talented David Ask, whose journey from the snowy landscapes of Minnesota to the vibrant heart of Nashville is nothing short of remarkable. Fueled by a passi...
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Episode 9
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28:59
From Friends & Days of Our Lives to Spry Lifestyle Floral & Entertainment: Jennifer Edwards Templin’s Floral Success Story in this episode of Discovering 615
What if flowers could tell a story? 🌿✨ On this episode of the Discovering 615 Podcast, host Rob Thacker sits down with Jennifer Edwards Templin, the creative mind behind Spry Lifestyle Floral & Entertaining, to dive into her fascin...
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Episode 8
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53:28
Building Strength & Longevity: Derek Jaworski’s Journey from the Marines to Nashville Fitness
In this episode of Discovering 615, host Rob Thacker sits down with Derek Jaworski, a Marine veteran and owner of Happy Hollow Wellness Gym in Goodlettsville, TN, and Alloy Personal Training Capitol View in ...
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Episode 7
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38:58
Beach Waves & Beyond: Chillin' with Adrienne & Emma on Hair, Business, and Social Media
Kick back and relax with us in this episode of Discovering 615, where Rob Thacker chats with Adrienne Hitch, the spirited owner of Beach Waves Salon in Hendersonville, Tennessee. Adrienne shares her journey from California to Tennessee...
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Episode 6
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29:46
Branan Logan: From Music in Nashville to Filmmaking 'The Harmonica Man' DocuThriller
In this episode of Discovering 615, host Rob Thacker interviews Branan Logan, the creative force behind the docuthriller The Harmonica Man. Branan shares his incredible journey—from pursuing music in Nashville, to a transforma...
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Episode 5
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29:46
Photography, Humor, and Creative Insights with Nora Canfield of MsDigPhoto.com | Discovering 615
Join Rob Thacker in this entertaining episode of Discovering 615 as he interviews Nashville photographer Nora Canfield of MsDigPhoto.com. Nora takes us through her photography journey, from starting in black and white to discovering he...
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Episode 4
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38:07
From Foster Care to Freedom: Inside I AM NEXT's Life-Changing Mission!
Join us for an inspiring episode of the "Discovering 615" podcast as we explore the transformative mission of I AM NEXT with Nathan Harmening, Executive Director, and Kobe, Development Administrator and Lived Experience Specialist. Learn how th...
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Episode 3
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55:56
Harmony & Humor: Behind the Music with Zach & Maggie White
Dive into the harmonious world of Zach & Maggie White, the talented husband-and-wife musicians behind captivating and humorous songs like "Double Grave," "Caesar Said to Brutus," "Elephant in the Room," and the captivating "Northbound 205."...
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Episode 2
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37:27