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Spread The Positive Podcast
by STP Productions
What if your feed actually made you feel better about the world?On the STP Podcast, you'll hear real stories that remind you there is still a lot of GOOD happening all around you. Each episode is designed to leave you more encouraged, more inspired, and more connected to what's going right—in your community and beyond.You'll walk away with:– Real examples of people making a positive impact (and how you can too)– Uplifting stories that shift your perspective and boost your mindset– Practical insights from businesses and leaders doing things the right way– Gratitude, mindset, and life strategies you can apply immediatelyIf you're tired of negativity and want content that actually fuels you, this is your place.This isn't just a podcast—it's a reminder that good people, good work, and good things are happening every single day.
Episodes
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Miles for Good with Laura Dunnigan
Laura Dunnigan, the Riding Realtor, is biking Murfreesboro with a QR code on her back for 21 local nonprofits. Laura sits down with Trent to go back to Monongahela, Pennsylvania, a town of about 4,000 where her family did not have a car, so she walked and biked everywhere. She wanted to be an...
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Humble Beginnings Are a Launch Pad with Robert Vaughn
Robert Vaughn bootstrapped a pottery brand out of a 1950s garage to 1,000 retailers, then sold it. Here are his 13 optimistic notes. Robert came in with thirteen written notes, and his reason for writing them is the episode's point. Most business podcast guests work at large, impressive…
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Ask Forgiveness, Not Permission: Chuck the Lifelong Tinkerer
Chuck went from wiring bicycle dynamos as a kid to now being a pioneer in AI and creating a bar built on six continents. Here is his story. Chuck sits down with Katie in his Harvard shirt to go back to the start. He talks about how he works best under stress, how he slows down and absorbs while...
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Building Character with Josh Chapman
Josh Chapman was born 3 months early and breathed through a straw. He now fixes chainsaws and works at Home Depot. Trent sits down with Josh and his sister Katie taking it all the way back to expand his airway. Katie explains why that matters today: Josh's normal breathing is basically breathing...
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Success Starts with Skills, Not Circumstances
Alex Piedra, pediatric dentist, entrepreneur, and Harvard education graduate, joins us at Spread The Positive to share the mindset that helped him overcome poverty, family hardship, and setbacks to build a life centered on service. From immigrating to the United States as a young child to…
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You Don't Have to Do This Alone with Therapist Sarah Amos on Grief & Trauma
Licensed therapist Sarah Amos on when you actually need therapy, EMDR, and grief. Stephanie sits down with Sarah Amos, owner and lead therapist at Sparrow Creek Counseling in Nashville, for a full conversation about mental health. Sarah explains the name behind her practice: sparrows know how to...
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From Dreams To Reality With Annlee Head and Rachael Jarman
Annlee Head and Rachael Jarman on their experiences in the 2026 MTSU Truck/ Bonnaroo course offered by the university. Both Juniors, the two have a strong passion for live video production and were determined to make this year's road crew for Bonnaroo. While in the program the two learned…
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The Family Business That Kept Murfreesboro's Square Standing
Contractor Justin Edwards on 50 years building Murfreesboro's square, from horsehair plaster to a hidden room full of Civil War boxes. Justin grew up going to job sites with his dad, who started the business back in 1979. He went to MTSU thinking he might do something else, but he always kept one...
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Why "I Don't Know" Is a Good Answer With Jaylene Hall
Jaylene Hall on pivoting from music business to tech, starting a design TikTok, and leaving it all to move to Charleston. Jaylene graduated college in 2020 with a music business degree and a touring internship that Covid wiped out, and for the first time she felt relief instead of disappointment....
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Jamie Steelman on August 1st at the Fountains: Give Blood 4 Ryan
Mortgage lender opens up about losing his oldest son, the blood drive he runs in his memory, and why donated blood gave their family 21 years. He grew up a sports nut, became a church league legend, and tried to walk on at Western Kentucky before reality hit. Then he had his first son at 20…
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How Chase Hartwell Productions Got Booked and Blessed
Chase Hartwell left a 10-year Google career to build a Nashville photo and video company with nearly 500 clients. The business started with him photographing 13-inch Star Wars figures in front of his TV to wake his passion for photography back up. That turned into real estate gigs on Fiverr, then...
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Lindsay Fitz on Saving Animals and Saying Yes!
Lindsay Fitz spent 20 years crushing it in TV, won an Emmy at the Beijing Olympics, and now gets to do her dream job running celebrity partnerships at Best Friends Animal Society. She grew up in Oklahoma, went to Oklahoma State, and chased the New York dream right after graduation. She landed the...
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Advocating for Alzheimer's: Luke Wilson on Showing Up for the Cause
Luke Wilson, two months into his new role at the Alzheimer's Association, gets into Paint the Town Purple, the new diagnostic tests, and why caregivers carry the load nobody sees. Luke grew up in Colorado with a pastor dad and a grandma who ran a PBS workout show for seniors. He came to Nashville...
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A Girl and A Gay: On Finding Community, Building Brand, and Staying Consistent
Two best friends turned a living-room hangout into A Girl and a Gay — 21 pieces of content a week and a real community in under three months. Jacqueline Sposito and Japheth Franco met at a party through a mutual friend and clicked immediately. Same birthday month, same dark hair, even the last…
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Adam Tanaka: Permission to Play, Building for the Kid You Used to Be & Launching StorySpace
This week Trent sits down in studio with Adam Tanaka — entrepreneur, inventor, speaker, TEDx alum, and one of those rare humans whose whole life and work is rooted in a single mission: reconcile with the kid you used to be. Adam's story doesn't start with the wins. It starts in a small West...
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Patrick Sisk: "The Bowling Ball of Comedy" comes to Murfreesboro & TalksComedy, Family, and the Road
Patrick Sisk talks comedy, family, road life, and his May 27 show at Hop Springs in Murfreesboro. In this episode of the Spread the Positive podcast, Trent sits down with Patrick Sisk, also known as the Bowling Ball of Comedy. Patrick shares how he went from growing up in Nashville, working in...
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Building a Business With Purpose & Faith | Dustin Reinmann of Kalos Dwellings
This episode of the Spread The Positive Podcast features an incredibly inspiring conversation with Dustin Reinmann, Co-Founder and CEO of Kalos Dwellings Dustin shares his powerful journey through entrepreneurship, faith, leadership, and building a company centered around purpose and impact. What...
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Rick Heagarty on Building Businesses, Land Development & Leadership
In this episode of the Spread The Positive Podcast, Trent sits down with Rick Heagarty for an inspiring conversation about entrepreneurship, leadership, and building businesses that solve real problems. Rick shares his journey, the lessons he has learned along the way, and how faith, purpose, and...
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Max Foster of Foster Entertainment | Building Custom Live Music Experiences in Nashville
In this episode of the Spread The Positive Podcast, Trent sits down with Max Foster, founder of Foster Entertainment, for a wild and inspiring conversation about music, entrepreneurship, and building unforgettable live experiences in Nashville. Max shares how a childhood love for guitar turned…
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STP 1200 Club Spotlight: Ron Orr of 4TH SQUARE | Faith, Purpose & Builder Talents
In this STP 1200 Club spotlight, Ron Orr of 4TH SQUARE shares a powerful story about faith, purpose, and building people up through business coaching. 4TH SQUARE helps entrepreneurs and teams uncover their builder talents, get clarity on their vision, and move from ideas to action with practical...
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Meet the Team: Laying the New Foundation
Big episode: Trent introduces the people who are helping turn years of hustle into a sustainable, scalable mission. Hear the story of how this team formed, why their skills matter, and what the new approach means for the future of Spread The Positive. In this episode we go behind the scenes with...
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Talkin' Tipsee with Dallas Jackson - Better Live Music Experience For Artists, Fans, and Venues
Join us on this episode of Spread The Positive as we sit down with Dallas Jackson, founder of Tipsee Music, who's building an exciting new platform that connects singer/songwriters, artists, venues, and live-music fans. Dallas shares his journey from musician to music-tech founder, the problem...
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Katherine Ellis — How Data Wise Admin Streamlines Ops & Scales Small Businesses | STP 1200 Club
Join us for an insightful STP 1200 Club Spotlight with Katherine Ellis, founder of Data Wise Admin. Katherine walks through how smart data practices, systems automation, and clean reporting free business owners from busywork so they can focus on growth and serving customers. Whether you run a…
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Tyler Haynes: Building High-Performance Teams & Habits | Legacy Performance Group (STP 1200 Club)
Join us for an inspiring STP 1200 Club spotlight with Tyler Haynes, founder of Legacy Performance Group. Tyler breaks down the mindset, systems, and daily habits that drive sustained personal and team performance — whether you're an entrepreneur, small-business owner, or leader looking to level…
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Live at Purpose of Wealth 2025 — Tony Bradshaw & Local Experts | Spread The Positive Podcast
Recorded live at the Purpose of Wealth Summit, this special edition of the Spread The Positive Podcast features Tony Bradshaw and on-site interviews with several Purpose of Wealth speakers and local experts. We pulled this episode straight from the conference floor — hear the big ideas, practical...
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Ride Guy Transport — John Seale | STP 1200 Club Spotlight
Join us for an inspiring STP 1200 Club Member Spotlight with John Seale, founder of Ride Guy Transport. In this episode John shares the story behind his local transportation business, the day-to-day of running a transport service, lessons learned scaling a small company, and how community...
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STP 1200 Club Spotlight: Douglas Berger - Transworld Business Advisors Murfreesboro
Ready to sell your business — but not sure where to start? In this STP 1200 Club spotlight, Douglas Berger of Transworld Business Advisors (Murfreesboro) breaks down the real-world steps owners should take to maximize value, avoid common pitfalls, and find the right buyer. In this episode you'll...
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Purpose of Wealth & Money with Tony Bradshaw — Faith, Finance & Financial Purpose
Join us on this powerful episode of the Spread The Positive Podcast with special guest Tony Bradshaw — coach, podcaster (The Millionaire Choice), and founder of the Purpose of Wealth movement. Tony drops real talk about money mindsets, how faith and purpose shape your finances, and the practical...
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STP 1200 Club Spotlight — Keeton Susong of Centennial Roofing | Roofing Tips, Customer Service & Fun
Meet Keeton Susong — husband, avid golfer & angler, and the customer-first roofer behind Centennial Roofing. In this STP 1200 Club Member Spotlight, Keeton shares the story of how he got into the roofing business, what drives his commitment to quality and service, and practical advice every...
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Robert Reames — Dr. Phil's Trainer | 40 Years of Celebrity Fitness, Recovery & Longevity
Prepare for an honest, no-fluff conversation with Robert Reames, a health & wellness legend with 40+ years training elite athletes, entertainers — and Dr. Phil & Robin McGraw. Robert has been a core part of Dr. Phil's weight-loss challenges and works personally with both Dr. Phil and Robin…
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Building Community & Faith on & Off Campus: Derek Grassia from Campus Outreach & Two States Media
On this week's episode of the Spread The Positive Podcast, Trent Denson sits down with Derek Grassia, part of the Campus Staff for Campus Outreach at Middle Tennessee State University and founder of Two States Media. Derek shares the inspiring story of how Campus Outreach went from a small Bible...
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Unlocking Your Inner Power: Entrepreneurial Transformation with Pat Honiotes
Dive deep into transformation "from the inside out" in this powerful episode of the Spread The Positive Podcast with special guest Pat Honiotes! 🎙️ Pat's journey as a lifelong champion for the underdog—from her early work as a special-needs and inner-city teacher, to her certification as a...
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STP Revisit: Patrice Callahan Turek—From ALL INtensive Training to LivePure Wellness & the Florida Avengers
Join Trent Denson on this special "Revisit" episode of the Spread The Positive Podcast as he catches up with Patrice Callahan Turek—entrepreneur, coach, and longtime STP champion. Patrice is the powerhouse Owner & CEO of ALL INtensive Training, where she's helped hundreds crush their fitness…
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STP 1200 Club Spotlight — Michael Gant of Booker Do It!
In this week's STP 1200 Club Spotlight, Trent sits down with Michael Gant, founder of Booker Do It!, a boutique bookkeeping service dedicated to empowering small business owners with crystal-clear financials. Michael shares his own "aha" moment—when he realized the power of organized books to...
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🎧 STP Podcast: 1200 Club Spotlight – Chris & Sabrina Payton of The 615 Negotiator 🚗
In this episode of the Spread The Positive Podcast, we shine the spotlight on two amazing members of the STP 1200 Club — Chris and Sabrina Payton, the powerhouse duo behind The 615 Negotiator! Chris brings decades of experience from the car-buying world and recently took a leap of faith to launch…
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🎶 Beats, Books & Bullying Prevention: The Inspiring Story of Harry Pacheco 📚
In this powerful and inspiring episode of the Spread The Positive Podcast, we sit down with special guest Harry Pacheco — a man of many talents and an even bigger mission. From growing up in the Bay Area music scene alongside legends like Too Short, Mistah FAB, and E-40, to building a successful...
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Cybersecurity, Community & Collaboration: ISSA x MTC Takeover at The Fountains!
In this special episode of the Spread The Positive Podcast, host Trent Denson sits down with Jonathan Weaver (President of ISSA Middle TN) and Darius Davis (Certification Director & Chair of InfoSec Nashville) to spotlight two HUGE upcoming events happening May 20th at The Fountains at Gateway in...
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🎙️STP 1200 Club Spotlight on Doug Trovinger of Document Doctors 📄✨
In this episode of the Spread The Positive Podcast, we're thrilled to feature Doug Trovinger, the innovative owner/operator of Document Doctors. Join us as we dive into the world of content organization and how Doug's company is revolutionizing the way businesses handle their most crucial...
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STP 1200 Club Spotlight with Sean Moran of Red Barn Financial 💼🙏
In this episode of the Spread The Positive Podcast, we shine a spotlight on one of our newest STP 1200 Club Members, the incredible Sean Moran, founder of Red Barn Financial. Sean is a husband, father, faith-based independent financial advisor, and a proud member of the Middle TN community. His...
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John Michael Murray | Standing Stone Ministry
In this powerful episode of the Spread The Positive Podcast, we sit down with Michael Murray, a dedicated community leader with a deep passion for guiding ministry leaders into healthy, sustainable ministry. Michael serves as a Shepherd with Standing Stone Ministry, an organization committed to...
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Unlocking the Power of Story Brand with Rachel Ferrell 🎙️✨
On the latest episode of the Spread The Positive Podcast, we welcome back Rachel Ferrell—a true beacon of positivity and now a certified Story Brand Coach! 🎉✨ If you're not familiar with Story Brand, it's a game-changing framework created by Donald Miller, a bestselling author and business…
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STP 1200 Club Spotlight: Alejandra Betancur – Alexa's Cleaning Service ✨🧼
On this episode of the Spread The Positive Podcast, we are honored to spotlight Alejandra Betancur, the inspiring owner of Alexa's Cleaning Service and our newest STP 1200 Club Member! Alejandra's journey is nothing short of incredible. Growing up in Colombia in tough circumstances, she…
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From Rock Bottom to Redemption: Ryan Kennedy's Powerful Story
In this episode of the Spread The Positive Podcast, we sit down with Ryan Kennedy, a man with an unbelievable journey of struggle, transformation, and faith. 🙌🏽 Ryan faced intense bullying as a child, leading to pent-up aggression, countless fights, and hitting rock bottom time and time again....
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Dr. Monty Burks: Second Chances, Community Impact & Changing Lives
This episode is packed with inspiration, second chances, and real impact as we sit down with Dr. Monty Burks! 💪✨ Dr. Burks is a driving force behind the Governor's Initiative, dedicated to helping individuals re-enter society after incarceration. He has spent years serving the community…
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Branding, Business & Big Changes: Cameron Kim's Journey to Success 🚀🎯
In this episode, we sit down with the incredible Cameron Kim—a marketing and branding guru, entrepreneur, and soon-to-be mom! 👶✨ Cameron is the powerhouse behind Butter Branding (@butterbrandingnash) and Target Mix Marketing (targetmixmarketing.com), where she helps businesses stand out and make...
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🎙️ STP Member Spotlight: Bryan Nale – 🏡 Mortgage Pro, 🌟 Community Leader & 🎶 Music Enthusiast!
On this episode of the Spread The Positive Podcast, we're shining the STP Member Spotlight on Bryan Nale! 🔥 Bryan has an incredible story and a deep passion for helping people navigate the world of home financing. As a loan officer with Primis Mortgage, he has built a strong reputation in Middle...
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🎙️ New Episode Alert: STP 1200 Club Member Spotlight – Ps & Qs Pick Up - Junk Removal! 🚛♻️
We're super excited to welcome Ps & Qs Pickup Junk Removal to the STP 1200 Club and the Spread The Positive Network! 🙌 In this episode, Trent sits down with the powerhouse team behind Ps & Qs—Matthew Pitts, Ronnie (aka Pookie), and Haley (Pookie's Wife)—to hear their incredible story. From how...
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Fighting Hunger with David Stockton of Second Harvest Food Bank
In this episode of the Spread The Positive Podcast, we sit down with David Stockton, Manager of Donor Relationships at Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee. Second Harvest is changing lives daily, working to fight hunger and provide critical food resources to individuals and families…
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🎙️ Latest Episode: STP 1200 Club Spotlight with Ron Young of Eagle Communications 🎙️
In this STP 1200 Club Member Spotlight, we sit down with Ron Young, owner of Eagle Communications, a trusted telecommunications company based in Murfreesboro, TN. Ron is not only a leader in his industry but also a pillar of the community, dedicating his time and resources to numerous nonprofits...
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🎙️ STP 1200 Club Spotlight with Jessy Casaus of Prestige Benefits & Insurance 🎙️
In this special STP 1200 Club spotlight episode, we sit down with Jessy Casaus of Prestige Benefits & Insurance to hear his incredible journey and his passion for helping people navigate the complex world of health insurance. From guiding those new to Medicare to assisting individuals in...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
What if your feed actually made you feel better about the world?On the STP Podcast, you'll hear real stories that remind you there is still a lot of GOOD happening all around you. Each episode is designed to leave you more encouraged, more inspired, and more connected to what's going right—in your community and beyond.You'll walk away with:– Real examples of people making a positive impact (and how you can too)– Uplifting stories that shift your perspective and boost your mindset– Practical insights from businesses and leaders doing things the right way– Gratitude, mindset, and life strategies you can apply immediatelyIf you're tired of negativity and want content that actually fuels you, this is your place.This isn't just a podcast—it's a reminder that good people, good work, and good things are happening every single day.
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What if your feed actually made you feel better about the world?On the STP Podcast, you'll hear real stories that remind you there is still a lot of GOOD happening all around you. Each episode is designed to leave you more encouraged, more inspired, and more connected to what's going right—in your...
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