The Nashville Insider

Amanda Adams
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Think you know Nashville? You haven't heard it like this. The Nashville Insider is your guide to Music City's music scene, food scene, neighborhoods, and the fascinating people who make it all come alive. Host Amanda Adams has spent 20 years inside Nashville's world — and now she's sharing every bit of it with you. Songwriters. Chefs. Creators. Storytellers. The people behind the places you love and the ones you haven't discovered yet. Formerly Drink More Water. Rebranded because Nashville deserves its own show — and Amanda was born to host it. Subscribe and come on in. 🎙️🏙️🔑 New episodes every Tuesday!

  1. 5D AGO

    We Weren't Supposed to Say Any of This — Nashville Secrets, Dating Red Flags & Champagne Confessions

    Girls night is officially in session. 🥂 Amanda sits down with two of her favorite humans — Victoria Cárdenas and Hayley Oertling — for an unfiltered, champagne-fueled conversation about life, love, Nashville, and everything in between. These three Sagittarius women in the same room? The universe can barely handle it. In this episode: The best Nashville date night spots you're not going to find on a Google search — from a hidden South Gulch gem just named one of the best restaurants in the US, to Rudy's Jazz Room, to Korean hotpot and Putt Shack 💼 Career pivots, burnout, and why the rules are completely made up ❤️ Dating hot takes that will make you rethink everything — the J name theory, the Snapchat red flag, and one very controversial opinion about thin upper lips ✨ Life advice that hits different: "Authenticity opens doors" This is the kind of conversation you wish you could bottle — real, hilarious, and surprisingly wise. Pull up a chair. Girls night has a seat with your name on it. 🔑 Support the show Don't forget: new episodes drop every Tuesday! Like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts to make sure you never miss a minute! Connect with Amanda on LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube.

    56 min

  2. MAR 10

    I’m Still Waiting on John Mayer (But This Beauty Founder Says I Shouldn’t)

    This episode starts with a beard and ends with us going completely unscripted after the podcast ends. And we kept the mics and cameras rolling! Megan Gray is the co-founder of Fable Beard Co. and Fable Beauty, brands she and her husband built after she complained that his beard products smelled terrible. That one moment sparked an idea that turned into a thriving business. And it was clear to me how this idea became a reality because after a few minutes with Megan, our conversation went from business insider and life advice to the start of what should be Megan's next business -- dating advice. We talk about the kinds of questions people should be asking early on but rarely do. Megan shares some perspective that might change the way you think about relationships… and she also has a few thoughts about my ongoing joke that I’m still waiting on John Mayer. We cover: • building a business with your spouse • how a simple frustration can turn into a big idea • asking better questions when dating • and why the conversations that matter most are usually the ones you didn’t plan Don't forget to stick around after Megan shares her Life Advice in 3 Words or Less because we kept the mics on and the conversation going. Sometimes the best conversations happen unexpectedly. Pull up a chair for this one! Support the show Don't forget: new episodes drop every Tuesday! Like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts to make sure you never miss a minute! Connect with Amanda on LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube.

    1h 13m
  3. It Was Never About Hockey

    MAR 3

    It Was Never About Hockey

    Season 2 is here — and we’re coming in hot. In this episode, I sit down with Marcia Masulla — marketing guru, agency owner, activist, political force, and what I lovingly call a “Happy Warrior.” We start with the USA men’s hockey locker room controversy and why it struck such a nerve. Because it wasn’t about hockey. It wasn’t about men vs. women in sports. It was about culture. About what’s normalized. About what women are expected to tolerate. And then we go deeper. We talk about being laid off. Being fired. Reinventing yourself. The quiet rebuilding seasons. The confidence you earn the hard way. And of course, we talk about Nashville — the kind of community that shows up when it matters most. This episode is raw. It’s layered. It’s honest. It feels like sitting on the couch with us, glass in hand, saying the things we’re not supposed to say out loud. Pull up a chair. And if it hits you? Share it. Screenshot it. Send it to a friend. Let’s keep the conversation going. Support the show Don't forget: new episodes drop every Tuesday! Like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts to make sure you never miss a minute! Connect with Amanda on LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube.

    1h 13m
  4. I Am the Kind of Person... (re-release with Jason Burke)

    FEB 25

    I Am the Kind of Person... (re-release with Jason Burke)

    For the final episode of my first season of Drink More Water, I had to go back to what is quite possibly my favorite episode of 2025. I had a lot of favorites, but this is one that I revisit often when I need life advice. Jason Burke built a jerky and meat snacks business from his kitchen counter...and he turned it into a national brand with shelf space in over 10,000 stores nationwide. And he's just getting started. So how did he do it? He tells us in this conversation. He shares his wins, his losses, and his words of wisdom for anyone wanting to get in the game. Your game might not be snacks in a grocery store, but I promise you that whatever you're chasing right now, Jason Burke is the guy to help you get there. With Mercury sneaking into retrograde this week, there is no better time to dive into this episode and set yourself up for success! For more on Jason or New Primal... www.newprimal.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/burkejason/ Follow Jason and Amanda on Instagram: AskAmandaAdams JasonMichaelBurke As always, thanks in advance for listening and don't forget to subscribe! Support the show Don't forget: new episodes drop every Tuesday! Like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts to make sure you never miss a minute! Connect with Amanda on LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube.

    39 min
  5. Are You Ready to Run? Fire Horse Energy & Reinvention (re-release)

    FEB 17

    Are You Ready to Run? Fire Horse Energy & Reinvention (re-release)

    In this re-release of Drink More Water, I sit down with Megan Conner, a running coach and author of "I Am Not a Runner," to talk about what it really means to try something new when you don’t see yourself as “that kind of person.” In honor of Lunar New Year and the Year of the Fire Horse, this conversation feels more relevant than ever. Fire Horse energy is bold, independent, and a little fearless — and Megan’s journey embodies exactly that. She didn’t grow up identifying as a runner. She started with curiosity, discomfort, and a willingness to redefine herself, and she teaches us all that we can do the same! We talk about: • Setting goals that scare you • Becoming someone you never imagined you could be • Why identity shifts are the hardest — and most powerful — kind of growth • The difference between motivation and commitment • Coaching yourself through the messy middle Whether your “running” is fitness, business, creativity, or simply chasing something that feels out of reach, this episode is about claiming the audacity to try. If the Year of the Fire Horse is about movement, momentum, and courage — consider this your sign. Listen. Reflect. And maybe start the thing you keep saying you’re “not.” 🎧 Subscribe for weekly conversations about ambition, mindset, and building a life that feels aligned. Support the show Don't forget: new episodes drop every Tuesday! Like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts to make sure you never miss a minute! Connect with Amanda on LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube.

    47 min
  6. Meet Me at The Yellow Table

    FEB 10

    Meet Me at The Yellow Table

    This one feels like sunshine. Anna Watson Carl grew up around a bright yellow kitchen table where everyone was welcome — neighbors, friends, family, stories, and second helpings. Years later, that same table became a cookbook, a cross-country Kickstarter tour, and eventually The Yellow Table Cafe in East Nashville. But this isn’t just a conversation about crepes and lattes. It’s about chasing a 20-year dream. It’s about hauling props up six flights of stairs because you believe in something. It’s about opening a brick-and-mortar business when you don’t have all the answers. It’s about building community in a world that desperately needs it. Anna’s life advice? Do it scared. And this episode is proof that the magic doesn’t happen when you feel ready — it happens when you start. If you’ve been waiting for a sign to go after the thing… this might be it. Maybe it’s time we all pull up a chair at Anna’s yellow table. 💛 Visit The Yellow Table Cafe in Nashville: www.theyellowtablecafe.com Follow Anna:  ⁨@theyellowtable⁩   Don't forget to hit subscribe...and Drink More Water! Support the show Don't forget: new episodes drop every Tuesday! Like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts to make sure you never miss a minute! Connect with Amanda on LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube.

    32 min
  7. Re-Release: Why Are Women Scared of Money (and How To Change This NOW)

    FEB 3

    Re-Release: Why Are Women Scared of Money (and How To Change This NOW)

    Why are so many women anxious about money? And more importantly,  how do we change that? In this powerful episode, I sit down with Lauren Reed Williams, co-founder of Wealth of a Woman, to talk about why the #1 word women use to describe money is anxious — and how we can shift that narrative starting now. For too long, money has been taboo. We weren’t taught how to talk about it, negotiate it, invest it, or define it for ourselves. Lauren, her co-founder Teresa J.W. Bailey, and the team at Wealth of a Woman are changing that by helping women build confidence, clarity, and power in their financial lives. We discuss: * Why women feel anxious about money * How to define wealth on your own terms * The emotional side of financial literacy * How to start talking about money without shame * The free 6-part course designed to help women build confidence with money Wealth looks different for every woman. It’s not just numbers — it’s alignment, security, freedom, and choice. If you’ve ever felt intimidated by investing, overwhelmed by financial conversations, or unsure how to build wealth in a way that reflects your values, this episode is for you. It’s time to stop whispering about money. Let’s get powerful instead. 🔗 Learn more about Wealth of a Woman and access their free 6-part course: https://thewealthofawoman.com/ Connect with Lauren on Instagram @laurenreedwilliams Connect with Teresa on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teresajwbailey/ Support the show Don't forget: new episodes drop every Tuesday! Like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts to make sure you never miss a minute! Connect with Amanda on LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube.

    35 min
  8. Soft Advice for Stressful Times with Mindfulness Expert Rosa Castaño

    JAN 27

    Soft Advice for Stressful Times with Mindfulness Expert Rosa Castaño

    Burnout is everywhere right now. The world feels heavy. Work is demanding. Our nervous systems are tired. And somehow, we’re still expected to “practice mindfulness” like we have unlimited time, energy, and silence. In this episode of Drink More Water, Amanda sits down with meditation, mindfulness, and movement leader Rosa Castaño for some much-needed soft advice for stressful times — and a more realistic approach to self-care: being semi-mindful. Not perfect. Not zen 24/7. Just present enough to notice what your body is telling you — before stress turns into full-blown burnout. Rosa shares how to: Recognize your personal stress styleSpot early burnout signals in your body and behaviorCreate simple mindfulness habits that actually fit into real lifePractice self-care without adding more pressure to your to-do listBuild emotional resilience at work and at homeFear less, enjoy more, and stop waiting for life to be perfectWe also talk about her powerful life advice — “have the audacity” — and why so many of us aren’t actually afraid of failure… we’re afraid of what success might change. As a certified meditation, mindfulness, and movement leader with a background in the corporate world, Rosa works with individuals and companies to implement practical stress-management strategies and workshops that support emotional well-being in the workplace. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, disconnected, or stuck in survival mode, this conversation will meet you exactly where you are. You don’t have to fix everything.  You don’t have to meditate for an hour.  You don’t have to be perfect. You just have to start noticing. Connect with Rosa on Instagram: @wellbeingwithrosa or via her website: www.rosacastano.com Connect with Amanda on Instagram: @askamandaadams Support the show Don't forget: new episodes drop every Tuesday! Like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts to make sure you never miss a minute! Connect with Amanda on LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube.

    35 min
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Think you know Nashville? You haven't heard it like this. The Nashville Insider is your guide to Music City's music scene, food scene, neighborhoods, and the fascinating people who make it all come alive. Host Amanda Adams has spent 20 years inside Nashville's world — and now she's sharing every bit of it with you. Songwriters. Chefs. Creators. Storytellers. The people behind the places you love and the ones you haven't discovered yet. Formerly Drink More Water. Rebranded because Nashville deserves its own show — and Amanda was born to host it. Subscribe and come on in. 🎙️🏙️🔑 New episodes every Tuesday!

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  • Creator
    Amanda Adams
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    23
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 The Nashville Insider
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