Made In Mississippi
178 episodes - English - Latest episode: 20 days ago - ★★★★★ - 52 ratingsThe Made In Mississippi podcast will interview successful Mississippians to gain valuable insights into their approach to business, life as a busy entrepreneur and what they’ve learned throughout the course of their career. Collectively, we know this will be a dynamic resource to educate and encourage other Mississippians who may be feeling the negative connotations to launching, growing, or keeping their business in our state.
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S11E9 Building a Brand with Robby Followell
December 21, 2021 06:00 - 28 minutes - 32.5 MBRobby Followell of Followell Fotography shares on this episode about his experiences building his brand. In his photography, Robby works hard to ensure that all aspects point back towards the specific passions of what he is best at and what he enjoys most. Listen in to hear about what it looked like for Robby to identify who and what his brand is. We know you'll enjoy this episode. Check Robby out at followellfotography.com or on Instagram @rfollowell or @followellfotography
S11E8 The Power Of Story For Your Business with Marlo Kirkpatrick
December 07, 2021 06:00 - 29 minutes - 33.9 MBMarlo Kirkpatrick is a professional storyteller who found her skill of writing. One of the unique things that Marlo does is that she helps businesses tell her story. Listen in to hear Marlo share about the importance of stories for businesses. As a writer, one of her favorite things is seeing ordinary people do extraordinary things. If you want to learn more, look at kirkpatrickporchcreative.com
S11E7 Sajani Barot of The Skin Consult
November 23, 2021 06:00 - 25 minutes - 29.6 MBSajani Barot of The Skin Consult joins to discuss how she as a trained, licensed pharmacist is impacting the skin care world. What originally started as Sajani working towards a better skincare routine for herself has transformed into a tele-health consultation business that helps people find confidence and understanding in their personalized skincare routine. Listen in to hear how The Skin Consult is making a difference.
S11E6 Loving What You're Doing - Sarah Smythe
November 09, 2021 06:00 - 23 minutes - 26.7 MBSarah Smythe of Lagniappe, an interior design, gift shop, and wedding and event planning business, joined in on this episode to discuss her journey over the past few years. Sarah, from MS, spent time in NYC but decided to come back to open her business in MS. Sarah shared about the importance of finding what you love and jumping right in. If you're interested in learning more, follow them on Instagram @misslagniappe or on Facebook.
S11E5 Creating Success with Robyn and Tobey of CreateHealth, LLC
October 26, 2021 05:00 - 20 minutes - 23.2 MBCreateHealth is an outsource marketing department that does a variety of things ranging from digital advertising to traditional prints to social media. Robyn and Tobey have their foundations in healthcare, but they have expanded to other types of businesses. Their best advice is that if you want something to happen. you have to make it happen. Listen in to find out what makes CreateHealth different, or check them out at creathealth.ms
S11E4 Mead in Mississippi - Queen's Reward Meadery
October 12, 2021 05:00 - 27 minutes - 31.5 MBJeri Carter of Queen's Reward Meadery shares on this episode about their Mississippi made mead. Mead is wine made by fermenting honey rather than grapes, and you can taste their mead in Tupelo or purchase at liquor stores. Queen's Reward Meadery was opened in 2016 and Jeri describes this venture as the most terrifying fun she has ever had. Listen in on this episode to learn about their experience as entrepreneurs in the state.
S11E3 NewSouth NeuroSpine in the South
September 28, 2021 05:00 - 34 minutes - 39.4 MBNewSouth NeuroSpine is a state of the spine care devoted to care of the spine. One of John Davis' best advice is to pick the right people first, and then build your business around the skill set and people. There is no greater trainer than complications. For entrepreneurs, it is important to do what you do well, and make sure it doesn't stay hidden. Use your skills to keep people and bring people to Mississippi. You can learn more about their business at www.ns2.md
S11E2 The Secret Power Of Listening To Your Clients With Becky Russell
September 14, 2021 05:00 - 26 minutes - 30.5 MBBecky Russell doesn't have a job, and instead she does what she loves every day. Russell Media Consultants is a Public Relations Marketing Video Production company. While Becky is not a MS native, she says that Mississippi has her heart and this is where she always wants to live. Becky's main advice is to listen, ask questions, and listen even more. Check the company out at russellmediaconsultants.com or email Becky at [email protected]
S11E2 The Secret Power Of Listening To Your Clients With Becky Russell
September 14, 2021 05:00 - 26 minutes - 30.5 MBBecky Russell doesn't have a job, and instead she does what she loves every day. Russell Media Consultants is a Public Relations Marketing Video Production company. While Becky is not a MS native, she says that Mississippi has her heart and this is where she always wants to live. Becky's main advice is to listen, ask questions, and listen even more. Check the company out at russellmediaconsultants.com or email Becky at [email protected]
S11E1 In the Wild with Stephen Kirkpatrick
August 31, 2021 05:00 - 35 minutes - 40.5 MBStephen Kirkpatrick of Kirkpatrick Wildlife Photography joins us on this episode to discuss his journey and experiences as a wildlife photographer. Listen in to hear some of his exciting stories from shoots, and about some of his work with Netflix, BBC, NBC, and Nat Geo. Currently, you can find Stephen transitioning into cinematography and videography. Check his work out at kirkpatrickwildlife.com
S11E1 In the Wild with Stephen Kirkpatrick
August 31, 2021 05:00 - 35 minutes - 40.5 MBStephen Kirkpatrick of Kirkpatrick Wildlife Photography joins us on this episode to discuss his journey and experiences as a wildlife photographer. Listen in to hear some of his exciting stories from shoots, and about some of his work with Netflix, BBC, NBC, and Nat Geo. Currently, you can find Stephen transitioning into cinematography and videography. Check his work out at kirkpatrickwildlife.com
S10E10 Inaka Tea- Something New in both Mississippi and the US
August 17, 2021 05:00 - 18 minutes - 21.3 MBInaka Tea is the first bottled grain tea company in the US, and it launched in October 2020. There was a lot of trail and error in this business starting, and Chat Phillips speaks to what that experience was like for them. Chat's best advice is to adapt your business to the process rather than expecting the commercial world to adapt to your process. You can check out their business and brand at inakatea.com or on Instagram @inaka_tea
S10E9 Director, Entrepreneur, and Writer Tate Taylor
August 03, 2021 05:00 - 25 minutes - 29.7 MBTate Taylor, director of The Help, is an entrepreneur to be admired. Taylor describes the roles friendship and connections have played throughout his working life, and he talks about how he is bringing that connection back to Natchez. In Natchez, Taylor has opened a restaurant and is working with the non-profit Film Natchez. If you want to hear more about the film community in MS, check out filmnatchez.org
S10E8 Sowing Technical Expertise in Jackson with Dr. Nashlie Sephus
July 20, 2021 05:00 - 21 minutes - 24.7 MBWhen you think innovation in Mississippi, Dr. Nashlie Sephus needs to come to mind. Both Dr. Sephus and her non-profit, The Bean Path, have made tremendous efforts in revitalizing and growing the state. Listen to this episode to hear about the way Dr. Sephus is sowing a way for technology, entrepreneurs, and most importantly people within the state. Check out jxntechdisrict.com and thebeanpath.org to learn more.
S10E7 Austin Evans of Cathead Distillery
July 06, 2021 05:00 - 22 minutes - 26.5 MBCathead Distillery was founded in 2010 was co-founded by today's guest, Austin, and his business partner Richard. Since 2010, Austin and Evan have produced and manufactured a variety of products. During the pandemic, Cathead Distillery played a vital role in the state through the production of hand sanitizer. One way they continuously serve the state is through their support of musicians and artists. Check them out at catheaddistillery.com
S10E6 Hearing about Change- Dr. Grace Sturdivant of Otopro
June 22, 2021 05:00 - 29 minutes - 33.7 MBMississippi native Dr. Grace Sturdivant founded Otopro with the intention of helping people protect their hearing. Dr. Sturdivant specializes in hearing protection for hunters, swimmers, musicians, police officers, and other fields. Hearing clearly is a key to communication, and Otopro exists to help you hear clearly and safely. Listen in as Dr. Sturdivant shares the importance of protecting your hearing functionally. Check out https://www.otoprotechnologies.com/ for your custom hearing prot...
S10E5 Emmie King of Nandy's Candy
June 08, 2021 05:00 - 23 minutes - 26.8 MBEmmie King joins us on this episode to discuss what is like owning a family business, and how hard work has been ingrained into her. As a child, Emmie watched her mom become the first women business owner in MS when her mom founded Nandy's Candy. Emmie shares with us what it has looked like to carry on a family business. We know that you will enjoy this episode, give it a listen.
S10E4 Adrea Maxwell of Seaside Fitness-Functional Training Studio
May 25, 2021 05:00 - 22 minutes - 26.6 MBJoin us on this episode as we talk with Adrea Blackwell of Seaside Fitness. Seaside Fitness is a fitness studio in Ocean Springs where every day is different. Listen in as Adrea shares how her life experiences shaped her to be able to open and operate Seaside Fitness. If you want to find out more, check them out on Facebook, Instagram,
S10E3 Cotton States Baseball League
May 11, 2021 05:00 - 28 minutes - 32.7 MBSam Creekmore and Frank Dodds join us to discuss their baseball league. Cotton States Baseball League has existed off and on in Mississippi since 1903, and it is the definition of being Made in Mississippi. Sam and Frank have revitalized this league to incorporate collegiate players, high schoolers, and junior high. Just recently, Sam and Frank added on a coastal league in addition to their northern leagues. If you want to learn more, check them out at cottonstatesleague.com or social media.
S10E2 Nathan Wells of Path Company
April 27, 2021 05:00 - 28 minutes - 32.9 MBNathan Wells is the co-founder and principal of Path Company which is an infrastructure solutions company. Nathan has a background in politics, and he discusses how those skills and experiences translated into co-founding Path Company. Tune in to hear his story as an entrepreneur in Mississippi!
S10E1 Micajah Sturdivant of MMI Hotel Group
April 13, 2021 05:30 - 28 minutes - 33.2 MBOn this episode of Made in Mississippi, Micajah Sturdivant tells us about MMI. Micajah shares with us about the start of their family business in 1956, and the role it has played in the Mississippi hospitality industry. You'll also hear advice for entrepreneurs within the state. We know you'll enjoy this episode of Made in Mississippi.
S9E10 Brick City Drugs
March 26, 2021 21:27 - 42 minutes - 96.3 MBOn this episode of the Made In Mississippi podcast Wade Phillips, John Hegi, and Drew Hegi tell us about Brick City Drugs. You’ll hear about the value of a local pharmacy, the power of the hustle, and the ability to stay focused on a vision. Additionally, you’ll hear details about Brick City Compounding, and the guys other businesses. We know you’ll enjoy this episode of the Made In Mississippi podcast.
S9E9 Terrance Bonner of Glam Station Spa
March 15, 2021 14:42 - 24 minutes - 56.5 MBTerrance Bonner is a great testament to perseverance through obstacles. We had all had a desire to do something that we love and to spend our days working on something meaningful to us, but it can be discouraging when life continues to through us off course. Tune into Terrance's episode to hear his journey of perseverance to achieve his dream job and build a company that serves to make Mississippi a better place.
S9E8 Spencer Mooney
February 23, 2021 13:41 - 30 minutes - 34.9 MBListen to this episode of the Made in Mississippi Podcast as MS native Spencer Mooney shares about his experience of transition from a physician to a franchisee. Spencer retired from his practice in Brookhaven, and now owns multiple restaurant franchises. Listen in as Spencer shares his experience of knowing when to push forward and when to stop in entrepreneurship. He advises to find what works not just what we want to work. Listen in to learn more! We hope you enjoy this episode of the pod...
S8E17 James Bowens
February 09, 2021 06:00 - 25 minutes - 29.7 MBListen to this episode of Made in Mississippi as James Bowens tells his story of taking something he loved and turning it into a business. He and his wife loved sports and sports merchandise, and so they created a business from it. To save money, they started making the products themselves. Now, you can find their products across 12 states. After 20 years in business James shares his advice for business. You'll also hear about their newest venture: licensing for University of Alabama.
S9E7 James Bowens
February 09, 2021 06:00 - 25 minutes - 29.7 MBListen to this episode of Made in Mississippi as James Bowens tells his story of taking something he loved and turning it into a business. He and his wife loved sports and sports merchandise, and so they created a business from it. To save money, they started making the products themselves. Now, you can find their products across 12 states. After 20 years in business James shares his advice for business. You'll also hear about their newest venture: licensing for University of Alabama.
S8E16 Bruce Parker of West End Fresh Salads
January 26, 2021 10:00 - 33 minutes - 39.1 MBBruce is a native of MS from Tupelo. He started West End Fresh Salads after some failed ventures in the workforce. He decided to find what he loved doing and make a living out of it. What initially started as a local store developed into a catering business and then into something even larger. He had some struggles along the way, but you can now find West End Fresh Salads Chicken Salad and Pimiento in over 40 locations in the state of Mississippi as well as AL and TN.
S9E6 Bruce Parker of West End Fresh Salads
January 26, 2021 10:00 - 33 minutes - 39.1 MBBruce is a native of MS from Tupelo. He started West End Fresh Salads after some failed ventures in the workforce. He decided to find what he loved doing and make a living out of it. What initially started as a local store developed into a catering business and then into something even larger. He had some struggles along the way, but you can now find West End Fresh Salads Chicken Salad and Pimiento in over 40 locations in the state of Mississippi as well as AL and TN.
S8E15 Anna Barker and Hagan Walker of Glo Pals
January 14, 2021 21:02 - 26 minutes - 30.9 MBListen to this episode of the Made In Mississippi podcast as Anna Barker and Hagan Walker tell us about Glo Pals. Their award winning children's bath toy line that's bringing a lot of fun to an often NOT fun time for children and parents. Based in Starkville, Glo Pals is already in major retail stores across the country. You'll also hear about an exciting new project with the well know Sesame Street brand. We hope you enjoy this episode of the podcast.
S9E5 Anna Barker and Hagan Walker of Glo Pals
January 14, 2021 21:02 - 26 minutes - 30.9 MBListen to this episode of the Made In Mississippi podcast as Anna Barker and Hagan Walker tell us about Glo Pals. Their award winning children's bath toy line that's bringing a lot of fun to an often NOT fun time for children and parents. Based in Starkville, Glo Pals is already in major retail stores across the country. You'll also hear about an exciting new project with the well know Sesame Street brand. We hope you enjoy this episode of the podcast.
S9E4 Will Primos on Made In Mississippi (Repost S1E6)
December 29, 2020 10:00 - 54 minutes - 62.8 MBWill Primos is the founder and CEO of Primos Hunting. Primos Hunting manufactures calls for elk, deer, turkey, predator, and waterfowl as as blinds, shooting assessors, game cameras, attractants and supplements. They also produce the popular video series PRIMOS TRUTH ABOUT HUNTING.
S8E14 Will Primos on Made In Mississippi (Repost S1E6)
December 29, 2020 10:00 - 54 minutes - 62.8 MBWill Primos is the founder and CEO of Primos Hunting. Primos Hunting manufactures calls for elk, deer, turkey, predator, and waterfowl as as blinds, shooting assessors, game cameras, attractants and supplements. They also produce the popular video series PRIMOS TRUTH ABOUT HUNTING.
S9E3 Kody Gautier of Kody Gautier Films
December 22, 2020 10:00 - 32 minutes - 37.8 MBWhat is money? Kody joins us on this episode to talk about money and the role it plays in society today. Listen as Kody and Casey talk about Kody's interest in money particularly cryptocurrency. Kody shares with us the ways cryptocurrency is beneficial particularly in MS.
S8E13 Kody Gautier of Kody Gautier Films
December 22, 2020 10:00 - 32 minutes - 37.8 MBWhat is money? Kody joins us on this episode to talk about money and the role it plays in society today. Listen as Kody and Casey talk about Kody's interest in money particularly cryptocurrency. Kody shares with us the ways cryptocurrency is beneficial particularly in MS.
S9E2 Holly Knight of BGC Advantage
December 09, 2020 10:00 - 29 minutes - 34 MBHolly Knight is the Chief Executive Officer of BGC Advantage. She specializes in assisting Public Housing Authorities in both housing redevelopment and community revitalization through her background experience in Housing and Urban Development. BGC Advantage is a real estate development company that specifically works with non-profits to create affordable housing communities within Mississippi. Holly shares with us the importance of having affordable housing within our states.
S8 E12 Holly Knight of BGC Advantage
December 09, 2020 10:00 - 29 minutes - 34 MBHolly Knight is the Chief Executive Officer of BGC Advantage. She specializes in assisting Public Housing Authorities in both housing redevelopment and community revitalization through her background experience in Housing and Urban Development. BGC Advantage is a real estate development company that specifically works with non-profits to create affordable housing communities within Mississippi. Holly shares with us the importance of having affordable housing within our states.
S9E1 Constance Shelby of Perfect Fit Nutrition
November 25, 2020 18:21 - 26 minutes - 31.1 MBConstance Shelby is the founder of Perfect Fit Nutrition where she offers a Lean Queen Monthly Membership. It is a personalized calorie and macronutrient recommendation that helps you meet your weight loss goals. Constance shares with us her why behind starting her business through a few stories. She also shares with us some tips for how to "maintain don't gain" during the holidays. If you are interested in learning more, her website is perfectfitnutrition.com, and she is on Facebook and I...
S8E11 Constance Shelby of Perfect Fit Nutrition
November 25, 2020 18:21 - 26 minutes - 31.1 MBConstance Shelby is the founder of Perfect Fit Nutrition where she offers a Lean Queen Monthly Membership. It is a personalized calorie and macronutrient recommendation that helps you meet your weight loss goals. Constance shares with us her why behind starting her business through a few stories. She also shares with us some tips for how to "maintain don't gain" during the holidays. If you are interested in learning more, her website is perfectfitnutrition.com, and she is on Facebook and I...
S8E10 Emily Moore
November 13, 2020 10:00 - 22 minutes - 25.7 MBEmily Moore is the founder of Moore Media Group and the author of Words Are Like Magic. Emily shares her backstory with us that led her to her business. One of the most important things for her in business is enjoying what she does, and she strives to make sure her employees feel the same way. Another of Emily’s most important ideals is doing what gives her fulfillment, and one way she has done that in the past year is through writing her book. Emily describes Words Are Like Magic as ...
S8E9 Mark Henderson on Made In Mississippi (S1E1 Repost)
October 21, 2020 16:34 - 1 hour - 59.8 MBMark Henderson is co-founder of Lazy Magnolia Brewing Company in the Kiln. To spite the adversities that you’ll hear about in the podcast, Mark and his wife brought something pretty unique and amazing to Mississippi. Craft Beer. This interview was done in their lab right off of the brewery floor, so you’ll hear some beeps from fork lifts, employees working in the background, and maybe Justin our engineer fall out of his chair. That happened. Mark tells some powerful stories in this ep...
S8E8 Tim Mask President/CEO of MWB
September 29, 2020 19:04 - 31 minutes - 36.6 MBOn this episode Casey talks with the President/CEO of Maris, West and Baker (MWB) Tim Mask. MWB is a creative advertising and marketing agency based in Jackson, MS.
S8E7 The Lucky Rabbit
September 16, 2020 15:34 - 26 minutes - 30.3 MBJoin us on this episode of the Made In Mississippi podcast, where Abby Thaxton of the Lucky Rabbit (Hattiesburg, MS) tells her entrepreneurial journey. The Lucky Rabbit, like most businesses, started with a crazy idea. We know you’ll be encourage to hear the exciting story of growth that the Lucky Rabbit has seen over the last few years.
S8E6 McLaughlin PLLC
September 04, 2020 20:30 - 27 minutes - 31.3 MBJoin Matthew McLaughlin and Conner Reeves of McLaughlin PLLC on this episode of the Made In Mississippi Podcast. By being a part of one of the largest law firms in the southeast, Matthew took a bold step when he decided to launch out on his own a few years ago. He now works as legal representation and counsel for some of the coolest restaurants, craft brewers, and surprisingly interesting sectors you probably haven’t heard about. McLaughlin PLLC is impacting businesses in Mississippi and in ...
S8E6 McLaughlin PC
September 04, 2020 20:30 - 27 minutes - 31.3 MBJoin Matthew McLaughlin and Conner Reeves of McLaughlin PC on this episode of the Made In Mississippi Podcast. By being a part of one of the largest law firms in the southeast, Matthew took a bold step when he decided to launch out on his own a few years ago. He now works as legal representation and counsel for some of the coolest restaurants, craft brewers, and surprisingly interesting sectors you probably haven’t heard about. McLaughlin PC is impacting businesses in Mississippi and in the ...
S8E5 Campus Knot
August 10, 2020 20:00 - 28 minutes - 33.3 MBCasey talks with Rahul Gopal to talk about Campusknot, an online service that connects students and teachers in a community driven learning environment. Listen as they discuss being based out of Mississippi, how they go their start, and how they have adapted in these trying times.
S8E4 Buzzbassador
July 21, 2020 21:00 - 29 minutes - 34.5 MBThe story of how a MSU Start-up went from selling merchandise, to creating brand ambassadors. Hear the challenges and victories of this small, but mighty new Mississippi company.
S7E13 Ramsey Russell of Get Ducks
June 29, 2020 09:00 - 30 minutes - 35.4 MBRamsey Russell is the owner of Get Ducks, a company that specializes in facilitating duck hunting experiences all over the world. Listen in while Ramsey talks about how he got his start and why he loves being based in Mississippi.
S8E3 Ramsey Russell of Get Ducks
June 29, 2020 09:00 - 30 minutes - 35.4 MBRamsey Russell is the owner of Get Ducks, a company that specializes in facilitating duck hunting experiences all over the world. Listen in while Ramsey talks about how he got his start and why he loves being based in Mississippi.
S8E2 Erin Fults of Acorn Studio
June 15, 2020 09:00 - 29 minutes - 34.4 MBOn this episode of Made in Mississippi Casey talks with Clinton, MS native Erin Fults about how she went from taking a few photos for family friends in high school to owning her own business that offers brand consultation in addition to her professional photography service. She also talks about how her creative instinct helped her discover her love for running a business.
S7E12 Erin Fults of Acorn Studio
June 15, 2020 09:00 - 29 minutes - 34.4 MBOn this episode of Made in Mississippi Casey talks with Clinton, MS native Erin Fults about how she went from taking a few photos for family friends in high school to owning her own business that offers brand consultation in addition to her professional photography service. She also talks about how her creative instinct helped her discover her love for running a business.