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Cal Turner Jr. on Circle Back Podcast

From Overshoes to the Rose Garden: Cal Turner Jr.’s Story of Family, Service, and Success

In this heartfelt and humorous episode of the Circle Back Podcast, Cal Turner Jr.—Hall of Famer and former CEO of Dollar General—joins host Sam Davidson for a masterclass in legacy...

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Becca Stevens on Circle Back Podcast

From Couch Socks to Global Healing: How Becca Stevens Built a Justice-Driven Movement

In this new episode of the Circle Back Podcast, host Sam Davidson sits down with one of Nashville’s most visionary social innovators—Rev. Becca Stevens, President & Founder of Thistle Farms....

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Elise Mitchell on Circle Back Podcast

Look Through the Turn: How Elise Mitchell Built, Scaled, and Sold a Business

In this episode of the Circle Back Podcast, host Sam Davidson sits down with Elise Mitchell, a seasoned entrepreneur, PR powerhouse, and executive coach. Elise’s story is filled with unexpected...

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David Ewing on Circle Back Podcast

The Nashville We Wish We Knew—And the One We’re Still Building

Some people live history. Others preserve it. And then there are those rare individuals—like David Ewing—who do both. A ninth-generation Nashvillian and self-proclaimed collector of all things Nashville, Ewing is...

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Will Acuff on Circle Back Podcast

From Guitars to Graduation: Will Acuff on Building a Joy Lab and Scaling Community Impact

In this episode of the Circle Back Podcast, Sam Davidson sits down with Will Acuff—co-founder of Corner to Corner, Nashville-based nonprofit leader, and author of the new book No Elevator...

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Stuart McWhorter on Circle Back Podcast

Top 10 Lessons from Stuart McWhorter’s Conversation on Circle Back

In his recent conversation on Circle Back, TNECD Commissioner Stuart McWhorter shared invaluable insights that reflect his journey through entrepreneurship, leadership, and public service. These lessons offer a unique perspective...

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Stuart McWhorter on Circle Back Podcast

Circle Back Season 5 with Stuart McWhorter

From Jolly Ranchers to Economic Development: Stuart McWhorter’s Journey of Leadership & Entrepreneurship What do selling Jolly Ranchers in eighth grade and leading Tennessee’s economic development have in common? For Stuart...

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Tod Fetherling on Circle Back Podcast

Circle Back Season 5 with J. Tod Fetherling

Welcome to another inspiring episode of Circle Back! Today’s guest is the extraordinary J. Tod Fetherling, an entrepreneur, innovator, and leader who has been at the forefront of digital transformation...

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Mark Montgomery on Circle Back Podcast

Circle Back Season 5 Premiere with Mark Montgomery

Welcome to Season 5 of Circle Back! We’re kicking off the season with an incredible guest: entrepreneur, innovator, and music industry trailblazer, Mark Montgomery. Known for his ability to see...

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