Kickin' It With Kincannon

In Episode 9 of Kickin’ It with Kincannon, Mayor Indya Kincannon sits down with Nicholas Bradshaw, Director of Fleet Services, to spotlight one of the City’s true behind-the-scenes heroes.Fleet Services may not always be front and center, but they keep Knoxville running every single day. From police cruisers and fire trucks to snowplows, mowers, and heavy equipment, Nick and his team maintain nearly 1,600 fleet assets and hundreds of small engines that power essential city services.Nick shares his unique journey through City government, starting in Building Inspections in 2009 and rising through HR, Public Service, and Fleet leadership over nearly 17 years. That broad experience has shaped his leadership style and strengthened Fleet’s mission: supporting every department so they can serve the public safely and efficiently.

In this special Valentine’s edition of Kickin’ It with Kincannon, Mayor Indya Kincannon welcomes a very special guest to the Mayor’s Suite, her husband of more than 30 years, First Gentleman Ben Barton.From college at Haverford to raising two daughters in Knoxville, this episode offers a heartfelt and often hilarious look at love, partnership, and public service. The Mayor and Ben reflect on how they met, the early days of marriage, and the unexpected journey that brought them to Knoxville without knowing a single person. What began as a trailing spouse story turned into deep roots in a city they now proudly call home.Throughout the episode, Ben speaks candidly about supporting a spouse in public life, the pride he feels watching the Mayor lead, and the balance that partnership requires behind the scenes. The Mayor reflects on gratitude, longevity, and the joy of building both a family and a community together.Whether you are celebrating Valentine’s Day or simply appreciating the people who stand beside you, this episode is a warm and honest conversation about love, leadership, and life in Knoxville.Tune in for a meaningful and memorable look at partnership in public service and the story behind the Mayor and the First Gentleman.