The 615 Podcast

Nick Woodard

A Podcast about Nashville's entrepreneurs and leaders of business. Fifteen year veteran Realtor, Nick Woodard was raised right here in Williamson County, Tennessee. Graduate of Brentwood High School and Middle Tennessee State University, his roots were firmly planted here many years ago. Growing up in the Nashville area has provided him a vast knowledge and love for “The 615.” Understanding that he was extremely fortunate to be raised in such an incredible area, he has made it his passion to help others call Middle Tennessee “home.” Nick is married to his beautiful wife Kathryn and is the proud father of 3.

  1. Jul 16

    Relationships Over Real Estate w/ Art Kelly :: Ep 57 The 615 Podcast

    Veteran Middle Tennessee realtor and Friend Maker creator Art Kelly joins Nick to break down why relationship-first business still wins in any market. From ministry and factory work to real estate, books, and workshops, Art shares his seven-sphere Friend Maker framework, how he builds a referral machine, and what’s really happening in the Middle Tennessee market right now for buyers and sellers. Timed Highlights:00:42 Meet Art Kelly: realtor, author, and creator of the Friend Maker brand02:39 Why the market stats say “up,” but it doesn’t feel that way on the ground04:16 Art’s path from youth pastor to a string of blue-collar jobs to real estate09:40 Birth of the Friend Maker idea and writing The Seven Spheres of a Friend Maker15:25 Transactional vs relational business and why people aren’t commodities19:20 The seven spheres overview and how Art turns clients into lifelong friends20:49 Referral directories, past clients, and building business from service22:03 Relationships with other realtors as a competitive advantage25:58 70–80 percent from past clients and moving into a luxury brand team37:23 Likability vs talent and why likability usually wins in real estate38:01 The 21 Day Challenge: simple structure for consistent prospecting51:48 Rewriting Psalms and Proverbs as prayers for his kids and readers56:26 Teaching kids to build their own networks and “dig your well” early58:24 Why Art loves Middle Tennessee and why the people keep him here Nick’s Website: https://www.nickwoodard.com/ Podcast Studio and Producers: ItsYourShow.co

    Relationships Over Real Estate w/ Art Kelly :: Ep 57 The 615 Podcast
  2. Jul 9

    Nashville’s Health Hackers w/ Scott Crosbie :: Ep 56 The 615 Podcast

    In this episode of the 615 Podcast, host Nick Woodard sits down with seasoned entrepreneur and Next Health franchisee Scott Crosbie to break down the new world of wellness, longevity, and preventative medicine. From cryotherapy and red light therapy to hyperbaric oxygen, IV drips, peptides, stem cells, and advanced biomarker testing, Scott explains what actually works, what to watch out for, and how to think about your health like an investment portfolio. If you’re in Middle Tennessee and curious about cryo, IV therapy, peptides, or getting a true picture of your health, this episode is for you. Hit subscribe for more Nashville conversations on business, health, and living well, and drop a comment with the ONE area of your health you’d invest in first. Timed Highlights:00:00 – Nick’s intro: 615 podcast and the real purpose behind the show01:30 – Meet Scott Crosbie and the story behind bringing Next Health to Nashville02:55 – What Next Health actually does: cryo, red light, hyperbaric, testing, practitioners05:20 – How Scott’s mother’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis changed everything09:08 – What is “biohacking” really? The cheat codes for better health09:32 – GLP-1s (Ozempic, semaglutide) as a powerful weight-loss and metabolic “hack”12:16 – Strength, VO2 max, and walking: the real foundations of longevity17:14 – Why giving blood feels like an “oil change” for your body18:49 – Therapeutic Plasma Exchange and what’s in your plasma20:38 – Stem cells for regeneration and longevity, not just injuries21:00 – Peptides 101: what they are, how they work, and why they’re not just hype23:39 – Healing peptides (BPC-157, TB-500) and injury recovery24:20 – Growth hormone–releasing peptides and better strength, sleep, and recovery26:45 – Visceral fat, “love handles,” and why Tessamorelin is such a game changer28:26 – Brain fog, ADHD, and the desire to feel sharp again33:00 – Biomarkers and building your personal health dashboard38:15 – Calcium scores, the “widowmaker,” and a near-miss heart attack story44:36 – If you had $5,000 to spend on health, where should it go?53:57 – The four foods Scott would ban: bread, potatoes, corn, and seed oils57:19 – The advice Scott would give his 25-year-old self59:23 – Why Scott thinks Nashville is the best city in the U.S. for life and wellness Filmed and Produced by: ItsYourShow.co Guest links.Website: nexthealth.comScott on Instagram: instagram.com/swcrosbieNext Health Gulch: instagram.com/nh.nashvilleNext Health Green Hills: instagram.com/nh.greenhills

    Nashville’s Health Hackers w/ Scott Crosbie :: Ep 56 The 615 Podcast
  3. Jul 2

    Jason Aldean’s Drummer on Success and Hustle w/ Rich Redmond :: Ep 55 The 615 Podcast

    Veteran drummer, author, and speaker Rich Redmond joins Nick to unpack what it really takes to build a decades-long career in the music industry. From grinding it out in vans and county fairs with a young Jason Aldean, to playing stadiums and surviving the Las Vegas shooting, Rich shares how commitment, relationships, attitude, skill set, and hunger shaped his journey. If you’re chasing a big goal in music, business, or real estate, this conversation will hit home. Times Highlights:2:08 – Touring then vs. now: flip phones, privacy, and the social media era3:43 – The slow climb: vans, fairs, colleges, and opening slots7:20 – Growing up in Connecticut and El Paso, falling in love with drums10:44 – Big auditions in Nashville and the cost of chasing the dream11:30 – “Drop you in Nashville today” – how Rich would rebuild with today’s wisdom12:19 – Why deep skill sets still come second to real relationships13:48 – Early grind: substitute teaching, construction, side jobs, and doubt16:46 – What separates people who make it from those who don’t18:48 – Doc McGhee’s advice: betting on the right horse in business and music21:38 – Playing with 29 bands, zero schedule conflicts, and career attrition28:01 – On stage during the Las Vegas shooting and getting to safety29:02 – Returning to the stage on SNL and choosing not to live in fear32:01 – Crash Course for Success: Commitment, Relationships, Attitude, Skill Set, Hunger36:49 – Happiness vs. success for results‑driven people39:14 – Protecting your mindset, avoiding negativity, and staying busy on tour40:37 – Weekend‑warrior touring out of Nashville and a “typical” show week41:46 – Being the quarterback: the drummer’s responsibility on stage43:30 – Hosting vs. guesting: when the guest takes the reins44:42 – What Rich loves most about Middle Tennessee47:16 – Embracing every season: from sleeping on floors to Wagyu dinners48:27 – Wrap‑up and plans to have Rich back on The 615 Podcast Podcast Studio: It's Your Show.Co #RichRedmond #JasonAldean #Nashville #MusicBusiness #Drummer #Tour #CountryMusic #Success #Motivation #Hustle

    Jason Aldean’s Drummer on Success and Hustle w/ Rich Redmond :: Ep 55 The 615 Podcast
  4. Jun 18

    Redneck Brawl and Dad Life w/ Anthony Jones :: Ep 53 The 615 Podcast

    Veteran Nolensville native and US Marine Corps veteran Anthony “Tennessee Cornbread” Jones joins host Nick Woodard on the 615 Podcast to talk Redneck Brawl, life in the Marines, raising two young boys, and why Middle Tennessee will always be home. Anthony breaks down what Redneck Brawl really is, how an off-the-cuff farm video led to his “Tennessee Cornbread” persona, and what it’s like stepping into the ring with eight wins and only one loss. He and Nick also swap stories about growing up around Nolensville and Brentwood, changing landscapes, hunting, predator tournaments, and the fears and hopes they share as dads in a changing world. If you love faith, family, fighting, hunting, and Middle Tennessee, this episode is for you. Timed highlights 01:48 Redneck Brawl explained03:19 How the “Tennessee Cornbread” nickname stuck03:54 Anthony’s 8–1 record and fighting strategy04:02 Story of his toughest fight vs. “Georgia Outlaw”04:28 The dream rematch in Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena06:03 Growing up in Nolensville vs. what it looks like today08:37 Marine Corps life, discipline, and brotherhood11:13 Hunting, land, and finding sheds from a passed-up buck13:25 Predator hunting tournaments and giving back to kids and veterans14:33 Raising two boys who love the outdoors18:26 Faith, manners, and private school: what he’s teaching his sons19:18 A message for his boys if they hear this 20 years from now21:17 Why Anthony still loves living in Middle Tennessee #TennesseeCornbread #RedneckBrawl #615Podcast #Nolensville #MiddleTennessee #MarineVeteran #FaithFamilyFreedom #DeerHunting #Outdoorsman #DadLife

    Redneck Brawl and Dad Life w/ Anthony Jones :: Ep 53 The 615 Podcast
  5. Jun 11

    From Addiction to Redemption w/ Jaana Woodbury :: Ep 52 The 615 Podcast

    Veteran Nashville realtor and host Nick Woodard sits down with Christian author and recovery advocate Jaana Woodbury for a powerful conversation on addiction, faith, mental health, and family restoration. Jaana shares her story of growing up in a dysfunctional, alcohol-ridden home, sliding into addiction through postpartum pain meds, and the hard work of getting sober alongside her husband. She opens up about how shame keeps people stuck, why the digital age is wrecking our ability to connect, and how her family’s journey landed them on Sesame Street in a special episode about parental addiction. Nick and Jaana dig into striving, overwork, and the fear of losing it all, contrasted with radical dependence on God’s provision. Jaana also explains her path through New Age spirituality back to Christ, the role of Christian meditation, and why she wrote her book “Prayers of a Prodigal” to help others heal their identities and behaviors. If you or someone you love is battling addiction, shame, or burnout, this conversation will give you both honesty and hope. Timed highlights:0:42 Meet guest: Jaana Woodbury2:05 Military childhood and family dysfunction3:48 Marriage, postpartum, and pain meds4:43 What addiction really looks like5:02 Nick’s “addicted to progress” confession8:20 Quitting her job to write and trust God12:07 Digital age, phones, and mental health16:44 The Sesame Street episode and Celia’s story20:13 Parenting, big feelings, and journaling22:25 Shame vs guilt in addiction23:39 Jaana’s work in crisis and treatment25:44 New Age searching and identity28:02 Returning to church and encountering God31:22 Christian meditation explained34:07 Why she wrote “Prayers of a Prodigal”37:12 Why Jaana loves Middle Tennessee #AddictionRecovery #FaithAndRecovery #MentalHealth #ChristianFaith #Testimony #FamilyHealing #ShameAndGuilt #Sobriety #RecoveryJourney #RedemptionStory

    From Addiction to Redemption w/ Jaana Woodbury :: Ep 52 The 615 Podcast
  6. Apr 30

    Wealth Advisor to the Stars w/ David Adams :: Ep 51 The 615 Podcast

    In this episode of the 615 Podcast, host Nick Woodard sits down with Nashville-based financial advisor David Adams, a trusted planner to songwriters, entertainers, high-net-worth entrepreneurs, and everyday families. They dive into the world of songwriter catalog sales, how private equity is reshaping Nashville’s music money, and the emotional side of selling your life’s work. Nick and David also tackle real-life money issues: how to balance a spender and a saver in a marriage, why taxes wreck so many self-employed professionals, what kills more financial plans than bad investments, and how to help your kids understand the value of a dollar in a tap-to-pay world. David shares stories from his own family, talks about his books “The Currency of Time” and the kids’ book “Jolene and the Three Buckets,” and explains why he sees himself 80 percent therapist and 20 percent wealth planner. Whether you are a songwriter thinking about selling your catalog, a realtor or entrepreneur with variable income, or a parent trying to set your kids up for success, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom and real talk about money, success, and legacy. 2:02 What a songwriter catalog is and how sales work5:19 Why big money/private equity is buying Nashville catalogs6:24 Emotional side of selling your life’s work10:52 Building wealth vs not sabotaging it13:24 Mediating money conflicts between spouses18:00 College costs and planning through uncertainty24:49 The three-bucket system for managing money27:01 Taxes as a trap for agents, athletes, and self‑employed31:22 Nick’s truck dilemma: cash vs payments32:40 Paying off debt vs investing and the feeling of freedom44:35 David’s books and philosophy on “retire while you work”52:26 Why David loves Middle Tennessee55:38 Closing and Nick’s sign‑off #Nashville #Songwriters #MusicBusiness #FinancialAdvisor #WealthManagement #MoneyMindset #RealEstate #NashvilleRealEstate #SongwriterCatalog #CatalogSale #PrivateEquity #FinancialPlanning #RetireWhileYouWork #PersonalFinance #EntrepreneurLife #MiddleTennessee

    Wealth Advisor to the Stars w/ David Adams :: Ep 51 The 615 Podcast
  7. Apr 23

    Real Estate, and Raising Kids in a Crazy World w/ Jim McCarthy :: Ep 50 The 615 Podcast

    On this episode of the 615 Podcast, Nick Woodard has a cross over episode with Mostly Middle Tennessee Business Podcast Host, Jim McCarthy. They talk about the real state of real estate in 2026, why authenticity beats influencer hype, and how a 20-year career has been built more on relationships than sales tactics. Nick shares how war and economic uncertainty are affecting the Nashville-area market, what out-of-state buyers are really looking for, and why pricing and presentation still matter more than ever. They also dive into:– Social media content that actually brings in clients– Hunting, fishing, land management, and why Nick won’t sell his farm– Teaching kids situational awareness, faith, and entrepreneurship– College, finance, and what it really takes to own a business If you want a grounded, no-BS look at Middle Tennessee life, business, and family through the eyes of someone who grew up here, this episode is for you. 02:06 – War, uncertainty, and the current Middle Tennessee market07:13 – What sells now: pricing, presentation, and buyer hesitation09:08 – Ethics in real estate and a recent “already under contract” fiasco14:16 – Truck talk: hunting for a 2018–2021 Toyota Tundra17:00 – Viral video mocking “influencer agents” and landing real clients20:20 – How Instagram and YouTube now drive about half of Nick’s business22:26 – Guns, land, and giving out-of-state clients a true Tennessee experience23:30 – Inbound buyers from blue states and “feeling called” to Tennessee26:59 – High-end deal tied to a business sale and keeping clients calm29:13 – Common real estate “fires” and how Nick handles them31:14 – Tech shift: from flip cams to AI, and using AI as a tool34:09 – Is it a good time to invest, flip, or buy land?36:02 – The Barry Farms “land that got away” story37:16 – “Best time to buy real estate was 10 years ago”38:41 – Nick’s 60 acres: what he paid vs what it’s worth now39:37 – Money goals, “enough,” and balancing family costs41:03 – Son’s college options, ACT score, and scholarship strategy45:25 – Why relationships and roots beat degrees and test scores46:01 – Teaching kids business with a trash-can cleaning side hustle47:41 – Culture: Chick-fil-A, In-N-Out, and how Nick runs his business49:55 – Talking to kids earlier about sex, drugs, and risk52:31 – Next generation’s “BS meter” and information overload53:15 – Faith, church messiness, and not confusing God with people58:58 – Church of the City Nolensville and spiritual awareness How to Connect to Nick and Jim -Nick’s site: nickwoodard.comNick on Instagram: @nickwoodardrealtorMostly Middle Tennessee Business Podcast site: mmtbp.com #MiddleTennessee #NashvilleRealEstate #TennesseeRealEstate #FranklinTN #RealtorLife #RealEstateAgent #RealEstatePodcast#TennesseeLiving #MoveToTennessee #OutOfStateBuyers #LandInvesting#RealEstateInvesting #SocialMediaMarketing #SmallBusiness #FamilyAndFaith

    Real Estate, and Raising Kids in a Crazy World w/ Jim McCarthy :: Ep 50 The 615 Podcast
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A Podcast about Nashville's entrepreneurs and leaders of business. Fifteen year veteran Realtor, Nick Woodard was raised right here in Williamson County, Tennessee. Graduate of Brentwood High School and Middle Tennessee State University, his roots were firmly planted here many years ago. Growing up in the Nashville area has provided him a vast knowledge and love for “The 615.” Understanding that he was extremely fortunate to be raised in such an incredible area, he has made it his passion to help others call Middle Tennessee “home.” Nick is married to his beautiful wife Kathryn and is the proud father of 3.

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