You Matter Nashville
The "You Matter Nashville," podcast hosted by Jason and Mindy Hoover, is an uplifting and insightful series that champions the universal message that every individual is of importance. This podcast extends their commitment to affirming the intrinsic value of each person, reaching beyond their professional lives to touch on a wide array of life aspects. Broadcasting from Nashville, Tennessee, the podcast features a mix of stories, conversations, and interviews, all centered around the "You Matter" mantra. Each episode is designed to inspire, educate, and empower listeners, encompassing topics from personal growth and development to community involvement and stories of resilience and kindness. Jason and Mindy's passion for making a positive impact in the lives of others is the heartbeat of the podcast. They explore various subjects that resonate with their audience, offering insights into creating a balanced life, fostering relationships, and making meaningful contributions to the community. The "You Matter Nashville" is more than just a platform for sharing experiences; it's a space where listeners can find encouragement, inspiration, and a sense of belonging. With a touch of warmth characteristic of their Southern roots, Jason and Mindy Hoover create an inviting atmosphere that reinforces the message that everyone matters, making each episode a testament to the power of positivity and human connection.
Episodes
Tucker's House makes Middle Tennessee homes safe for kids with disabilities, and Graham Honeycutt found it first as a dad who needed help.
Graham Honeycutt is the executive director of Tucker's House, the Franklin nonprofit that has provided home modifications for families of children and young adults with disabilities since 2009.
Graham tells us about his daughter Mikayla, why he was the only one at home who could li...
Give A Little Christmas makes sure Wilson County kids wake up to gifts from Santa, and it started with one Christmas party that fell through.
Krys Midgett is the founder of Give A Little Christmas, a journalist and songwriter who runs Life Between the Lakes, a Wilson County community magazine, and edits Give A Little Nashville, a magazine about charities and how celebrities give back.
Krys tells us how a songwriter's ...
JUNKCO+ of Nashville is proof that junk removal can be about people, not just hauling stuff away.
Robert Sipp spent more than 40 years in the junk and recycling industry before opening JUNKCO+ of Nashville in 2025 with his son Colton. Together they turn everyday cleanouts into a way to serve Middle Tennessee.
In this episode:
- How Robert went from separating scrap metal at age six to building a family business
- Why JUNKCO+ recycles o...
TNT Chem-Dry just hit their twentieth year serving Middle Tennessee, and owner Tara Outson has some things to say about dirty carpets, unconditional love, and why she asks every technician she hires one very specific question.
Tara co-owns TNT Chem-Dry with her husband Tim. They moved to Nashville twenty years ago knowing exactly one person, made flyers on day one, and got their first call before they'd made it out of a real estate ...
What if the person you walk past every day on the street could change your life? In this episode, we sit down with Sarah Murphree, author of I Am Human Too — a Pulitzer-considered book that profiles 14 individuals experiencing homelessness and reveals the humor, resilience, and humanity behind their stories.
Sarah shares how growing up with a mother living with a mental health condition led her to a pivotal moment at UT Knoxvi...
From a $500 investment and 100 rejected doors to building Williamson County's largest exterior cleaning company, Grant Burnside's story with Superior Exteriors proves that resilience, integrity, and giving back create extraordinary success.
In this powerful episode of our Nashville podcast, Grant shares his journey from homeless at 18—receiving life-changing help from GraceWorks Ministries—to becoming the entrepreneur wh...
What if a simple backpack drive could transform into a movement serving over 10,000 families? Join us for an inspiring conversation with Jantrice Johnson, founder of We Give, a Nashville podcast story about turning compassion into action across Middle Tennessee.
Jantrice, a former teacher and Murfreesboro realtor, shares how she witnessed the gap between student needs and available resources in East Nashville classrooms. That experi...
When Jimmy Boehm survived a suicide attempt that left him completely blind in 2010, he made a choice that would eventually save thousands of lives across 48 countries. In this Nashville podcast episode, we explore how Jimmy transformed his darkest moment into You Cane Give, a local nonprofit that has distributed over 3,100 mobility canes to blind individuals in resource-limited countries.
Jimmy shares his raw journey from successful...
The 21st District Recovery Court is proving that second chances work. Join us for an inspiring conversation with Judge Deanna Bell Johnson and Executive Director Connie Martin about a Franklin-based program that's transforming lives through comprehensive addiction treatment.
With a near-100% graduation rate and costs that are one-third of traditional incarceration ($15,000 vs. $45,000 annually), this two-year recovery program serves...
What does it take to transform one of life's most stressful experiences into a compassionate journey? Justin Hammond, owner of Let's Get Moving, joins us to share how his Nashville podcast appearance reveals the heart behind senior move management services that go far beyond traditional moving.
With master's-level social work training and two decades serving seniors, Justin explains why his company isn't actually a moving company&md...
What happens when a Nashville country artist with 18 Grammy nominations decides to use his platform to serve homeless shelters? In this inspiring episode, meet Steven and Kellee Cade, founders of Giving Guitars—a local nonprofit that's donated over 250 guitars to shelters across 24 states and three countries.
Steven and Kellee share the powerful origin story of how a backyard performance and a God-given vision sparked a moveme...
What if the strength you're searching for is already within you? Join this Nashville podcast episode as we welcome Clyde Nolet, creator of Speaks of Strength, who reveals how bending steel can teach you to bend your limitations. This isn't your typical motivational conversation—it's a masterclass in emotional resilience that combines old-world strongman entertainment with cutting-edge human needs psychology.
Clyde shares his p...
What if giving a child the right book could change the trajectory of their entire life? Robin Griffin, founder of A to Z Learning Club, is proving this every day in Nashville. Her nonprofit tackles North Nashville's staggering incarceration rates by addressing the root cause—83% of low-income children are reading below proficiency. Through culturally diverse book distributions, student publishing opportunities, and innovative...
What began with McDonald's apple pies shared on Nashville streets in 2007 has evolved into a life-transforming ministry. In this Nashville podcast episode, we sit down with Nathan Scarlett, outreach specialist with People Loving Nashville, who shares his remarkable journey from meteorology student to homeless advocate. Nathan reveals how this faith-based local nonprofit is revolutionizing homeless services through their four-pillar...
Explore how AgeWell Middle Tennessee transforms aging experiences through 40 years of dedicated service to Middle Tennessee families. Elder Care Coach Manager Tiffany Mann reveals essential resources and professional support systems that help caregivers navigate complex aging challenges with confidence and dignity.
Learn about their comprehensive Directory of Services spanning 13 counties, free Elder Care Coaching consultations with...
25,000 Tennesseans suffer new brain injuries every year, yet most people don't understand the "invisible injury" that survivors face daily. Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Stacey Mulder, Executive Director of the Brain Injury Association of America Tennessee chapter, as we explore this hidden health crisis in Middle Tennessee.
Stacey reveals shocking truths about brain injuries: they're caused by everything from militar...
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Graham Thomas, Chief Community and Government Affairs Officer at tnAchieves, as he shares how Tennessee became the first state to offer tuition-free college to all students through the groundbreaking Tennessee Promise program.
Graham takes us behind the scenes of this incredible journey—from a small Knox County initiative serving 491 students to the largest college access program in A...
From bankruptcy to billion-dollar impact: Nashville nonprofit leader Buddy Teaster shares how Soles4Souls transformed simple shoe donations into life-changing opportunities across 130 countries.
When Buddy took over as CEO in 2012, Soles4Souls was losing $2.5 million annually and facing devastating press coverage. Today, they're on track to achieve one billion dollars in global economic impact by 2030. Their innovative model sells d...
Can trauma wounds that you can't see be healed through community? REBOOT Recovery founders Evan and Jenny Owens reveal how their Nashville podcast approach has transformed over 30,000 lives across 44 states and 11 countries.
Jenny's breakthrough work as an occupational therapist at Fort Campbell exposed a critical gap in traditional trauma treatment. While medical professionals addressed physical and mental wounds, the spiritual com...
Discover how The New Beginnings Center is revolutionizing women's fitness in Nashville through founder Tash Weddell's innovative approach to empowerment. This inspiring Nashville podcast episode reveals how a master strength coach with 17 years of collegiate experience transformed personal adversity into community impact, serving over 4,500 low-income women through holistic fitness, nutrition, and mindset coaching.
Tash shares her j...
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