Épisodes

  • Cheers to the haters, down with chicken nuggets, and more business advice
    Aug 12 2025

    Here are a few of our interviews from the early days in case you missed them!

    Jenny Askins "Be the best Hardee's you can be."

    The Crosby Fam from Chupper Time and their red hot hatred of chicken nuggets

    Vicki Morris "The Reluctant Entrepreneur"

    Clark Dunn from Beyond Rockets and Beyond The Cubicle on the most common mistakes businesses make with podcasting

    Amy Bailey with some great advice for entrepreneurs

    Veronica Cram with probably the best quote so far "Cheers to the haters."

    It was so awesome to meet the local, small business owners and learn from them. I would encourage you to go back through the files and check out the full episodes with these great folks.


    This episode is brought to you by our amazing sponsors TheWrightWay360 and Huntsville Hub. TheWrightWay360: Unlock your financial future with TheWrightWay360’s expert coaching, transform your money habits today, and start building generational wealth!

    ⁠⁠https://www.thewrightway360.com/⁠⁠


    Huntsville Hub, Huntsville’s go-to coworking space for entrepreneurs, remote workers, and small businesses. Whether you need a private office, meeting space, or just a quiet spot to get things done, Huntsville Hub has you covered. Visit⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://huntsvillehub.com/take-a-tour/⁠⁠⁠⁠ to book a tour!


    Tune in each week as we spotlight local entrepreneurs, creatives, and business leaders making an impact in Huntsville, Alabama. From startup stories to marketing tips, it’s real talk with the Rocket City’s movers and shakers.

    Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/huntsville-hustle/id1766944729

    Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/56SCPfp1NgEXw09IJ2JH8V?si=e379f115772e4c7a

    YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@HuntsvilleHustle

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    8 min
  • About Huntsville Hustle: Meet Your Host and the Podcast Mission
    Aug 5 2025

    Get to know the heart and hustle behind Huntsville Hustle. In this “all-about” episode, your host pulls back the curtain on the journey, the podcast’s origin story, and exactly how this platform empowers local small-business voices.

    1. Host Origins & Background

    2. Why Huntsville Hustle Exists

    3. Podcast Philosophy

    4. Who Belongs on the Mic

    5. Guest FAQ

    6. Episode Anatomy

    7. Behind-the-Scenes Spotlight

    8. Biggest Wins & Surprises So Far

    9. What’s Ahead


      This episode is brought to you by our amazing sponsors TheWrightWay360 and Huntsville Hub.

      TheWrightWay360: Unlock your financial future with TheWrightWay360’s expert coaching, transform your money habits today, and start building generational wealth!

      ⁠⁠https://www.thewrightway360.com/⁠⁠

      Huntsville Hub, Huntsville’s go-to coworking space for entrepreneurs, remote workers, and small businesses. Whether you need a private office, meeting space, or just a quiet spot to get things done, Huntsville Hub has you covered. Visit⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://huntsvillehub.com/take-a-tour/⁠⁠⁠⁠ to book a tour!

      Tune in each week as we spotlight local entrepreneurs, creatives, and business leaders making an impact in Huntsville, Alabama. From startup stories to marketing tips, it’s real talk with the Rocket City’s movers and shakers

      Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/huntsville-hustle/id1766944729

      Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/56SCPfp1NgEXw09IJ2JH8V?si=e379f115772e4c7a

      YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@HuntsvilleHustle

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    9 min
  • Owning Your Power With J' Que Ellis
    Jul 29 2025

    You’re doing all the things but how do you stay balanced, build businesses, and still find time to invest in the next generation?

    In this episode of Huntsville Hustle, we sit down with J' Que Ellis: serial entrepreneur, wellness advocate, community leader, and unapologetic doer. If you’ve ever found yourself juggling too many roles and wondering if it’s sustainable you need to hear this conversation.

    We talk about:

    • How to answer “What do you do?” when your business card doesn’t fit in a single lane

    • Whether entrepreneurship was the original plan or a pivot born from necessity

    • Why Huntsville, Alabama is the underrated powerhouse for entrepreneurs

    • The core problem J Que keeps solving across multiple industries

    • Her wellness wake-up call and how health challenges redefined his mission

    • Daily habits: From morning routines to mental resets that keep burnout at bay

    • Why legacy matters and what that actually looks like in practice

    • The first office, the next book, and the real story behind the hustle

    • How she’s actively investing in Huntsville’s next generation of leaders

    We wrap with a rapid-fire Lightning Round that includes the book every business owner in Huntsville should read, her go-to glute exercise, and the song that should play when she walks into a party.

    Whether you’re a side hustler, startup founder, or scaling CEO this episode delivers the insights and motivation to level up your game without losing yourself in the grind.

    -Fastest way to get in touch with J'Que is via e-mail jquenow@gmail.com-Follow her on her website: https://www.jquenow.com/

    -Follow her on all the socials, just look for JQueNow

    This episode is brought to you by our amazing sponsors TheWrightWay360 and Huntsville Hub. TheWrightWay360: Unlock your financial future with TheWrightWay360’s expert coaching, transform your money habits today, and start building generational wealth!

    ⁠⁠https://www.thewrightway360.com/⁠⁠


    Huntsville Hub, Huntsville’s go-to coworking space for entrepreneurs, remote workers, and small businesses. Whether you need a private office, meeting space, or just a quiet spot to get things done, Huntsville Hub has you covered. Visit⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://huntsvillehub.com/take-a-tour/⁠⁠⁠⁠ to book a tour!


    Tune in each week as we spotlight local entrepreneurs, creatives, and business leaders making an impact in Huntsville, Alabama. From startup stories to marketing tips, it’s real talk with the Rocket City’s movers and shakers.

    Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/huntsville-hustle/id1766944729

    Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/56SCPfp1NgEXw09IJ2JH8V?si=e379f115772e4c7a

    YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@HuntsvilleHustle

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    32 min
  • How To Be An Official Huntsville Explorer With Andrew Smith
    Jul 22 2025

    On this episode of Huntsville Hustle, we welcome Andrew Smith, the founder of Huntsville Explorer, to pull back the curtain on how a passion for local discovery grew into one of Rocket City’s go-to guides.

    Andrew shares the moment that sparked his vision, the first post that proved the concept, and the systems he’s honed to scout, vet, and share the best restaurants, trails, and events.

    Whether you’re a lifelong Huntsvillian or new in town, you’ll learn how to turn casual browsing into meaningful community engagement, and how local businesses can partner with Huntsville Explorer for maximum impact.

    What You’ll Learn:

    • The origin story of Huntsville Explorer and the “aha” moment that confirmed the demand

    • Andrew’s content curation checklist: from hidden gems to crowd favorites

    • Turning social media followers into email subscribers, event attendees, and paying supporters

    • Workflow secrets: tools, scheduling, and more

    • Growth hacks to double reach on a shoestring budget

    • Key metrics that show when content moves people to act locally

    • The biggest early mistake and the system that finally gave Andrew relief

    Stick around for our lightning round, where Andrew reveals his favorite under-$15 lunch, the best first trail for new residents, and the Huntsville event you can’t miss. Plus, learn what’s next for Huntsville Explorer, and how to connect with Andrew online.

    Huntsville Explorer's website: https://hsvexplorer.com/E-mail Andrew directly: andrew@hsvexplorer.com


    This episode is brought to you by our amazing sponsors TheWrightWay360 and Huntsville Hub. TheWrightWay360: Unlock your financial future with TheWrightWay360’s expert coaching, transform your money habits today, and start building generational wealth!

    ⁠⁠https://www.thewrightway360.com/⁠⁠


    Huntsville Hub, Huntsville’s go-to coworking space for entrepreneurs, remote workers, and small businesses. Whether you need a private office, meeting space, or just a quiet spot to get things done, Huntsville Hub has you covered. Visit⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://huntsvillehub.com/take-a-tour/⁠⁠⁠⁠ to book a tour!


    Tune in each week as we spotlight local entrepreneurs, creatives, and business leaders making an impact in Huntsville, Alabama. From startup stories to marketing tips, it’s real talk with the Rocket City’s movers and shakers.

    Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/huntsville-hustle/id1766944729

    Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/56SCPfp1NgEXw09IJ2JH8V?si=e379f115772e4c7a

    YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@HuntsvilleHustle

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    28 min
  • From Cease-and-Desist to Brand Dominance with Petz Pack Co-Founder Michael Cox
    Jul 15 2025

    Bad kennel stay ➜ borrowed spare bedroom ➜ multi-location, award-winning home-boarding network.

    In this episode, Huntsville Hustle sat down with Michael Cox, co-founder and self-proclaimed “PAWsident” of Petz Pack. Mike pulls back the curtain on:

    -The “light-bulb‐and-dog-hair” moment that launched the biz.

    -Why their first name drew an unexpected letter from a certain luxury hotel chain.

    -How a 24-hour cycle inside a Petz Pack home really runs

    -Systems that keep every location on the same high bar

    -The safety tip every parent needs to teach theur children about dogs

    -Red flags during intake (for pups and humans).

    -What’s next for the Pack

    Board your dog or become a host yourself: https://petzpack.com/


    This episode is brought to you by our amazing sponsors TheWrightWay360 and Huntsville Hub. TheWrightWay360: Unlock your financial future with TheWrightWay360’s expert coaching, transform your money habits today, and start building generational wealth!

    ⁠⁠https://www.thewrightway360.com/⁠⁠


    Huntsville Hub, Huntsville’s go-to coworking space for entrepreneurs, remote workers, and small businesses. Whether you need a private office, meeting space, or just a quiet spot to get things done, Huntsville Hub has you covered. Visit⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://huntsvillehub.com/take-a-tour/⁠⁠⁠⁠ to book a tour!


    Tune in each week as we spotlight local entrepreneurs, creatives, and business leaders making an impact in Huntsville, Alabama. From startup stories to marketing tips, it’s real talk with the Rocket City’s movers and shakers.

    -Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/huntsville-hustle/id1766944729

    -Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/56SCPfp1NgEXw09IJ2JH8V?si=e379f115772e4c7a

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HuntsvilleHustle

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    36 min
  • 15 Must-Read Business Books Every Entrepreneur Needs
    Jul 8 2025

    In this power-packed episode of Huntsville Hustle, I share the Top 15 Books for Small Business Owners—handpicked to fuel your growth, sharpen your leadership, and turbocharge your results. Whether you’re launching your first venture or scaling an established brand, these books offer actionable strategies, timeless wisdom, and the mindset shifts you need to thrive.

    In this episode you’ll discover:

    • Why each book matters: From marketing classics to leadership game-changers, learn which titles will move the needle in your business and why.

    • One key takeaway per book: Skip the fluff, get the single most powerful insight you can apply today, whether it’s optimizing your cash flow, mastering customer experience, or building a winning culture.

    • Real-world application: Hear how you can use these concepts to solve everyday challenges and create breakthroughs in your business.

    Tune in to refine your reading list, streamline your learning, and unlock the ideas that could transform your small business into a lasting success. Don’t just read more, read smarter.

    This episode is brought to you by our amazing sponsors TheWrightWay360 and Huntsville Hub. TheWrightWay360: Unlock your financial future with TheWrightWay360’s expert coaching, transform your money habits today, and start building generational wealth!

    ⁠⁠https://www.thewrightway360.com/⁠⁠

    Huntsville Hub, Huntsville’s go-to coworking space for entrepreneurs, remote workers, and small businesses. Whether you need a private office, meeting space, or just a quiet spot to get things done, Huntsville Hub has you covered. Visit⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://huntsvillehub.com/take-a-tour/⁠⁠⁠⁠ to book a tour!


    Tune in each week as we spotlight local entrepreneurs, creatives, and business leaders making an impact in Huntsville, Alabama. From startup stories to marketing tips, it’s real talk with the Rocket City’s movers and shakers.

    Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Huntsville Hustle⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Huntsville Hustle⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Huntsville Hustle Playlist⁠

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    11 min
  • Breaking Barriers and Providing Opportunities: Inside the Disability Resource Network with Davina Patterson
    Jul 1 2025

    Join us on this empowering episode of Huntsville Hustle as we welcome Davina Patterson, Executive Director of the Disability Resource Network serving 13 counties across North Alabama. Discover how DRN’s mission to enhance independence and inclusion for people with disabilities is transforming our community.

    Davina shares the breadth of services DRN provides, from assistive technology and accessibility consultations to employment support and family advocacy. Hear the inspiring moment when her work shifted from a career to a calling, and learn about the biggest barriers to accessibility in Huntsville.

    Plus, Davina tells the touching story of a client whose life was changed through DRN’s programs, and offers practical advice on how you can become a better ally. We’ll also spotlight DRN’s upcoming fundraiser and explain how you can get involved, support their mission, or volunteer your time. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of disability advocacy, and learn how every listener can play a part in building an inclusive North Alabama.https://www.drn256.org/

    https://www.facebook.com/people/Disability-Resource-Network/100063941116569/#

    https://www.instagram.com/drnal256/

    This episode is brought to you by our amazing sponsors TheWrightWay360 and Huntsville Hub.TheWrightWay360: Unlock your financial future with TheWrightWay360’s expert coaching, transform your money habits today, and start building generational wealth!

    ⁠https://www.thewrightway360.com/⁠


    Huntsville Hub, Huntsville’s go-to coworking space for entrepreneurs, remote workers, and small businesses. Whether you need a private office, meeting space, or just a quiet spot to get things done, Huntsville Hub has you covered. Visit⁠ ⁠⁠https://huntsvillehub.com/take-a-tour/⁠⁠⁠ to book a tour!


    Tune in each week as we spotlight local entrepreneurs, creatives, and business leaders making an impact in Huntsville, Alabama. From startup stories to marketing tips, it’s real talk with the Rocket City’s movers and shakers.

    Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Huntsville Hustle⁠⁠⁠⁠

    Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Huntsville Hustle⁠⁠⁠⁠

    YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Huntsville Hustle Playlist⁠

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    14 min
  • The DRIVEN Entrepreneur with Brian Robinson
    Jun 24 2025

    In this episode of the Huntsville Hustle Podcast, Joe Martin sits down with Brian Robinson, founder and lead coach at Brian Robinson Coaching, to explore the journey from corporate career to community-focused entrepreneur.

    Brian opens up about the inspiration behind launching his own business, detailing the early experiences that shaped his unique coaching approach.

    Listeners will discover the one pivotal mindset shift Brian believes every business owner needs to break free from stagnation and learn how he defines success, not just in revenue, but in real, measurable client transformations.

    As your entrepreneurial workload grows, so can the sense of isolation but Brian shares practical strategies to combat loneliness at the top. He reflects on a powerful client “aha” moment that still fuels his passion, and reveals the failure that taught him resilience and now serves as a key lesson passed on to his clients.

    You’ll get Brian’s blueprint for guiding overwhelmed founders: the first thing he’d have them focus on, plus his top daily habits and productivity tools that drive sustained growth without burning out. Rapid-fire insights, favorite local Huntsville spots, the books that move him, and even his biggest gym pet peeve, round out the conversation with personal flair.

    Finally, Brian offers a peek at his latest signature program, designed for business owners ready to move from surviving to thriving. He explains how entrepreneurs can connect with him, whether through a free discovery call or by following his content on LinkedIn and Instagram. Packed with actionable takeaways and motivational stories, this episode is your roadmap to an unshakeable mindset, community-driven success, and lasting impact in the Huntsville business scene.

    http://brianrobinsoncoaching.com/


    LinkedIn- .linkedin.com/in/brian-robinson-coaching/

    FB/IG/TikTok- @brianrobinsoncoaching

    Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/the-drivenpreneur-podcast-with-brian-robinson/id1725408512

    Tune in each week as we spotlight local entrepreneurs, creatives, and business leaders making an impact in Huntsville, Alabama. From startup stories to marketing tips, it’s real talk with the Rocket City’s movers and shakers.

    Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠Huntsville Hustle⁠⁠⁠

    Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠Huntsville Hustle⁠⁠⁠

    YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠Huntsville Hustle Playlist⁠⁠

    This episode is brought to you by Huntsville Hub, Huntsville’s go-to coworking space for entrepreneurs, remote workers, and small businesses. Whether you need a private office, meeting space, or just a quiet spot to get things done, Huntsville Hub has you covered. Visit ⁠⁠⁠https://huntsvillehub.com/take-a-tour/⁠⁠⁠ to book a tour!

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    40 min