My guest today is Brett Barnes, Well respected Leader in Nashville, Director of Operations for Cold Beer Entertainment, and Senior VP of Moctails & Dreams. We're Talking Chocolates, as well as leadership in the hospitality industry and breaking into the industry in Nashville. Brett shares his advice & some fun stories. If you're in the hospitality industry you DO NOT WANNA MISS THIS!

Listen to his story and thoughts, and stay tuned for HIS new podcast, as well!

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I first met Lovell in Charlotte NC where we had dinner with some friends from MTV's The Challenge and Scott of Challenge Mania Podcast. Lovell is so interesting! From Producing movies to writing books, his determination and passion make it all possible. We explored the similarities of a movie producer role to that of a GM in a bar or restaurant, and the general leadership & skills needed to organize such a project with so many moving parts!

His newest movie, PEAK SEASON, is out now! Plan a little at home movie night and stream it today! He has another movie he's working on now, AND a book he's writing about a (fictional) reality TV personality. Of course, we had to chat a little about the newest season of THE CHALLENGE while he was on!

Such a great conversation with Lovell as always, and I was thrilled he was able to chat on Talking Chocolates!

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Season 2 of THE REAL WORLD, Competed in a couple seasons of The Challenge, AND Country Music Singer! I'm catching up with Jon Brennan on this episode of Talking Chocolates. We discuss Reality TV then & now, as well as his music career, faith, and his mindset & motivations for all the great things he's done and keeps doing!

Jon is as great of a guy as they come. He gave me the title "Mayor of Broadway" on HIS podcast! Yep he has a podcast as well with Beth, his Real World cast mate. Check out their podcast, Getting Real With Jon & Beth!

BE SURE to check out his latest songs wherever you listen to music!

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On this episode of Talking Chocolates, I sat down with Jake Gomes. A leader in hospitality who changed course to become a savvy real estate mogul and entrepreneur. Jake and I managed multiple locations for a hospitality group across the country and have enjoyed our parallel journey and helping others along the way. Listen how he came full circle, taking advantage of every opportunity and focused on long term rather than instant gratification, to create sustainable success! I'm very proud of this guy and all he continues to do! Great leader and great business mind. Enjoy!

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On this episode of Talking Chocolates my friend Gerry, better known to his 261 THOUSAND Instagram followers as "ithinkican_cook"

Super excited to talk about his success on social media and how it all comes down to being yourself! A relatable, family man, cooking every day meals and entertaining all of us via social media at the same time! Check out what all the hype and following is about by going to Instagram or tik tok and following @ithinkican_cook to see his videos and learn some new recipes!

More Talking Chocolates episodes each week! Stay tuned!

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On this episode of Talking Chocolates, I'm joined by the founder of Buscall, one of my best friend's Justin Bralts! From Friendship, Snacks, Music, and Bartending, to Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Gratitude, and Mindset, Justin and I cover it all! Fun conversation exploring various topics and some great insights. Listen, Follow, and Share!

Don't forget to follow Talking Chocolates and Buscall Nashville on Instagram too!

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On this episode of Talking Chocolates, I sat down with Noah Coughlin, a man who has ran ACROSS THE COUNTRY 4 TIMES!!! Crossing America on foot, 4 times, is no small feat (pun intended). We discuss his jounrey, his motivation, habits, stories, and running tips. I admire this man and love what he does and who he is. This is an episode you'll HAVE to hear. Listen and get inspired. You'll probably go for a run yourself after! Follow Noah's journey and updates on potential FUTURE runs on Instagram @noahontherun

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