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 Te

Discovering 615 is a business podcast hosted by Rob, with 33 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Rob hosts Discovering 615, a business show with 33 episodes published.

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  Episode #34

  Deadly Duels, Grave Robbers & Vampire Folklore with Allen Sircy

  Oct 2, 202629 min

  Send us Fan Mail Deadly duels, grave robbers, true crime, vampire folklore, and bizarre American history take us down some incredible rabbit holes as Allen Sircy, the American Hauntstorian , returns to Discovering 615 . We begin with Pistols of Red River and the history surrounding Andrew Jackson and a deadly duel before heading into the darker side of Cincinnati history — including medical schools, stolen corpses, and the grave robbers once known as “ghouls.” Allen also shares the remarkable story involving the Harrison family and the discovery of a stolen family member's body. Then we turn to Allen's newest books. Arsenic Anna explores the true-crime story of Anna Marie Hahn , while Fear and Folklore: Vampires takes us into the history behind vampire beliefs — including the fascinating connection between tuberculosis and America's vampire craze . How did a deadly disease people didn't fully understand help convince families that the dead might be feeding on the living? We also revisit Spearfinger , the terrifying figure from Cherokee folklore that Allen has adapted into a screenplay, and hear where the potential film project stands today. Along the way, our conversation wanders through New England vampire folklore, New Orleans vampire legends, Tennessee history, Gallatin Ghost Walks, Civil War stories, the Bell Witch , and plenty more. And because Allen returned just in time for spooky season, we finish with the Hauntstorian Lightning Round — historical dinner guests, misunderstood legends, favorite local lore, stories that still fascinate him, and, of course, Halloween candy. If you enjoy forgotten American history, true crime, vampire folklore, grave robbers, Southern history, Cherokee legends, Spearfinger, Tennessee folklore, and stories that sound too strange to be true , follow Discovering 615 wherever you listen. Connect with Allen Sircy - The American Hauntstorian Website: https://allensircy.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allen.sircy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allensircy/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@AllenSircyFilm Follow Discovering 615: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robdiscovers615/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@robdiscovers615 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robdiscovers615/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@RobDiscovers615/featured Find your place. Find your people. 615. God bless.

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  Episode #33

  How to Manage Your Time Better: The 3P Framework with Samantha Lane

  Sep 18, 202641 min

  Send us Fan Mail What if better time management is not about cramming more into your day—but making room for what matters most? In this episode of Discovering 615, Rob Thacker sits down with Samantha Lane—time-management expert, TEDx speaker, and creator of Origami Day and Present & Productive—to talk about how to take back control of your time without trying to do more and more. This episode was recorded at The Russell Podcast Studio in Nashville . Big thanks to The Russell for hosting Discovering 615. Samantha shares how a life-changing season shifted her from being a self-described workaholic to helping individuals, professionals, and teams build days that are both productive and meaningful. They unpack her simple but practical 3P Framework: • Prioritize what actually matters when everything feels important • Plan your week with intention • Protect your time, your plans, and yourself from burnout Rob and Samantha also discuss her Origami Day planning tools, work-life balance, weekly planning, boundaries, productivity mistakes, and why being productive should not cost you your life outside of work. If you are overwhelmed, always behind, or ready to get more intentional with your time, this conversation is for you. Connect with Samantha: Website: https://www.thesamanthalane.com Origami Day planning tools: https://origamiday.com Present & Productive: https://presentandproductive.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesamanthalane LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thesamanthalane/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@the-samantha-lane Follow Discovering 615 wherever you listen to podcasts, and share this episode with someone who is ready to take back control of their time. Find your place. Find your people. 615. God bless.

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  Episode #32

  Connect or Die: Jim Morris on Human Connection in the Age of AI

  Jul 29, 202646 min

  Send us Fan Mail Human connection in the age of AI is becoming more important—not less. Speaker and Amazon bestselling author Jim Morris joins Rob Thacker on Discovering 615 to discuss his new book, Connect or Die: How to Survive AI , and why building meaningful relationships could be one of the most valuable skills we carry into the future. Jim shares his thoughts on how social media has affected genuine connection, why being digitally connected does not always mean we feel known, and how the energy a person brings can shape an entire interaction. Rob and Jim also discuss the importance of presence, intentional communication, curiosity, authenticity, and making people feel valued. As artificial intelligence continues to transform business and everyday life, this conversation asks an important question: What human qualities can technology never replace? Listen for an honest and thought-provoking conversation about relationships, communication, leadership, social media, and surviving the AI revolution without losing what makes us human. Follow or subscribe to Discovering 615 for more conversations with authors, entrepreneurs, business owners, leaders, and interesting people making a difference. #ConnectOrDie #JimMorris #HumanConnection #ArtificialIntelligence #SocialMedia #Leadership #Communication #PersonalDevelopment #AuthorInterview #Discovering615

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  Episode #31

  Discovering 615: Cari Lambrecht on Healthcare Leadership & Community Impact at Highpoint Health

  May 11, 202627 minS0

  <p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>Healthcare communication and community care take center stage as Rob Thacker welcomes Cari Lambrecht from Highpoint Health to Discovering 615.</p><p>Cari shares the story behind Highpoint Health’s mission, how healthcare organizations build trust within local communities, and why communication plays such an important role in patient experience and public outreach. The conversation also explores leadership, teamwork, and serving Middle Tennessee through healthcare initiatives that truly impact people’s lives.</p><p>If you enjoy conversations with local leaders, entrepreneurs, and organizations making a difference across Tennessee, this episode is for you.</p><p...

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  Episode #30

  Discovering 615: Dr. Paul Hodgson on Stress Relief, Chronic Pain & Holistic Healing

  May 8, 202635 minS0

  <p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>Stress relief, chronic pain, holistic healing, and the mind-body connection take center stage in this episode of Discovering 615 with Dr. Paul Hodgson of New Wave Stress & Pain Relief in Hendersonville, Tennessee.</p><p>Dr. Hodgson shares his remarkable journey from opening a healing center in Peru, to practicing in San Diego for over a decade, to building one of the most advanced wellness clinics in Middle Tennessee. We discuss Neuro-Emotional Technique (NET), innovative pain relief technology, nervous system health, emotional stress, entrepreneurship, leadership in holistic healthcare, and why unresolved stress can manifest physically...

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