What if your child called you from prison to say he had to sleep with a knife just to survive?

For Tim Leeper, that horrifying moment became a painful turning point in a journey he never expected to take. His son Kylan entered Tennessee’s private prison system as a young man seeking redemption—but never made it out alive.

In this powerful episode of the Charge Forward Podcast, Tim shares the heartbreaking story of losing his son and the shocking realities he uncovered about the state’s private prison system—where 27% of inmates account for 63% of deaths. With firsthand accounts of violence, neglect, and systemic failure, Tim takes us inside a world where profit often comes before people.

This episode dives into:

• The nightmarish conditions inside Tennessee’s private prisons
• Why Kylan never attended a single rehabilitation class—despite being accepted as the waiting list was months and even years long.
• How private facilities like CoreCivic avoid accountability and devastate families
• Tim’s proposed legislation to remove inmates from high-death-rate facilities
• The mission of Kylan’s Light: turning grief into real change

This conversation is raw, emotional, and necessary. Tim’s story isn’t just about justice for his son—it’s a call to action for anyone who believes in dignity, reform, and protecting future lives.

Listen now and join the movement for meaningful prison reform.

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From Top Shelf to Legacy: The story of Fiyori Vodka

Clarence Darkwa, founder of Fiyori Vodka & Johnnie Robinson, join the Charge Forward Podcast to share the incredible story of launching a premium vodka brand rooted in integrity, innovation, and intention.

Fiyori isn’t just another bottle on the shelf—it’s redefining what luxury tastes like. With a clean finish, no harsh ethanol bite, and a 97-point score at international spirits competitions, this ultra-premium vodka is winning over both connoisseurs and casual drinkers. How clean is it? Clarence tested it himself:

In this powerful episode, we unpack:

🧬 The science behind Fiyori’s crystal-clean taste
🏆 How it became a gold medal-winning vodka with a loyal fanbase
🧠 Why 90 seconds of consumer behavior shaped the entire brand identity
🤝 The power of relationships in a self-funded spirits startup
⚙️ Behind-the-scenes of partnering with Pronghorn (Diageo) to scale as a minority-owned brand
🍸 What’s next: Espresso martini RTDs and nationwide expansion

Clarence and Johnnie Robinson are on a mission—and it shows. Whether you’re a spirits enthusiast, brand builder, or entrepreneur navigating a competitive space, this conversation is a masterclass in resilience, reputation, and real results.

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What happens when passion, purpose, and a pandemic pivot collide?
You get your pups favorite place - Groom Garage.

In this inspiring episode of the Charge Forward Podcast, host Jim Cripps sits down with Holly Hartley, founder of Groom Garage in Ashland City, TN. From her early days grooming at PetSmart to launching a grooming salon in her garage during the COVID shutdowns, Holly shares how she built a thriving business rooted in one core value: humanity over vanity.

Discover how Holly:

• Transformed a simple idea into a dual-purpose grooming and training business
• Has trained over 20 groomers—many who now run their own successful shops
• Built a community of trust by prioritizing canine wellness and transparent client conversations
• Infuses her passion for CrossFit, nutrition, and family into her business model
• Manages life, health, and entrepreneurship while raising five kids and planning her wedding

Whether you're a dog lover, an aspiring entrepreneur, or someone navigating the chaos of starting something new—you’ll walk away from this episode inspired, encouraged, and ready to charge forward.

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What do you get when vision, values, and vanilla collide?

The story of Joey Boykin, founder of Golly G’s Ice Cream, who built one of the top 25 creameries in the U.S. from the ground up—starting with a dream of old-school charm and a smiling ‘G’.

In this episode of the Charge Forward Podcast, Joey shares how he:

• 🎯 Built the brand first, product second—creating a 1950s-inspired ice cream shop experience that communities love.
• 🍨 Developed award-winning flavors like Banana Pudding and Tennessee Fudge (using his mom’s recipe!).
• 📈 Navigated tough pivots, including cutting unprofitable services to scale smarter and increase profitability.
• 🧠 Turned industry pain points into innovation—launching Rapamar Containers to help shops offer more flavors in less space.

This episode is packed with actionable insights for entrepreneurs, creatives, and anyone who’s ever dreamed of turning a passion into a business. Whether you're craving small-town nostalgia or big-business strategy, Joey’s journey will inspire you to lead with vision and build with purpose.

💡 From food trucks to franchises, scoops to strategy—this is how Golly G’s is winning hearts (and taste buds) across America.

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🎙️ Part 2: The Truth About Financial Confidence – With Eddie Knight
Integrity. Alignment. Real Strategy.

In this powerful continuation of our conversation with Eddie Knight, financial advisor at 1847 Financial, we go deeper than rates and returns. Eddie and host Jim Cripps peel back the layers of personal finance to reveal what truly drives financial confidence—and it’s not a product, a rate of return, or a magic bullet.

Instead, it's about alignment, shared ownership, and a long-term strategy built on trust and adaptability.

🧠 In this episode, you'll learn:
✅ Why both spouses MUST be part of the financial conversation
✅ How shared planning transformed Eddie’s own marriage
✅ The “boating, not train track” mindset every investor should adopt
✅ Why understanding > fixing: most clients just want to be heard
✅ The real definition of a win-win advisor relationship
✅ The myth of the "silver bullet" and what to focus on instead
✅ How Eddie serves two key audiences—emerging professionals and pre-retirees—through adaptable, intentional planning

💬 “Most people don’t want you to fix their problems. They just want someone to understand.” – Eddie Knight

This is Part 2 of an eye-opening series that will change the way you think about money, marriage, and long-term financial success.
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Money isn’t just numbers—it’s about balance, purpose, and protection.

In this powerful episode of the Charge Forward Podcast, financial advisor Eddie Knight of 1847 Financial joins host Jim Cripps to tackle one of the most common problems in personal finance: disorganized, disconnected decisions that leave families vulnerable.

Eddie shares how his unlikely transition from biology and forensics into financial planning turned into a mission-driven career—especially after helping a grieving family file a life insurance claim for a client he’d just met months before. That life-changing moment reshaped his perspective: “You’re no longer just in the business, the business is in you.”

💥 What you’ll learn in this episode:

• Why most people operate with a “financial junk drawer” and how to fix it
• The 3-part formula for financial balance: protection, savings, and growth
• How to teach kids about compound interest and the value of early saving
• Why your CPA, advisor, and insurance agent should not work in silos
• The mindset shift that makes insurance a privilege—not a burden
• How to uncover and close dangerous gaps in your financial plan

Jim and Eddie also explore financial literacy for kids, the impact of unexpected life events, and how small, intentional actions can reshape your financial future—starting today.

Whether you’re just starting your financial journey or reevaluating your strategy, this episode will inspire you to take a more holistic, balanced, and purpose-driven approach to money. 7792677SC_Apr27

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🎙️ Sense, Scale & Strategy: How Elite Companies Use AI, Data & Human Connection – with Nick Hiter

What happens when you combine world-class data strategies, AI innovation, and real human connection? You get the blueprint for sustainable business growth—and this episode lays it all out.

Join Nick Hiter (serial entrepreneur, SiriusXM radio voice, and brand builder) as he teams up with Jim Cripps and Clayton Geiser of Sense Development to unpack the real strategies elite companies are using to scale smarter—not louder.

In this episode, we explore: ✅ Why most companies are stuck on a hamster wheel of leads they never fully utilize
✅ How to turn data into long-term relationships—not one-and-done transactions
✅ The right way to pair AI with data to explode efficiency and impact
✅ Why data without strategy is noise, but data with “Sense” drives results
✅ Timeless principles that ensure your marketing builds trust, not just traffic

Nick shares candid insights from years of working with top-tier brands and businesses, alongside Jim and Clayton’s practical tools for lead conversion, follow-up systems, and maximizing ROI from day one.

Whether you're leading a sales team, launching a startup, or trying to get off the lead hamster wheel—this episode delivers what most growth strategies miss: clarity, connection, and consistency.

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Your Vision Sets the Ceiling: Resilience, Reinvention & Branding Brilliance with Amber Kerby

What happens when a literal tornado levels your business—and you rebuild even better? Meet Amber Kerby, the powerhouse behind BB Printing Co, who transformed disaster into growth and a traditional print shop into a full-scale branding solutions company.

In this episode of the Charge Forward Podcast, we dive deep into:

💥 Amber’s journey from healthcare marketing (helping scale a company from 6 to 64 clinics!) to reviving and revolutionizing her family’s print business
🌪️ The day a tornado destroyed their facility—and how she kept every single employee working without missing a beat
🏁 How BB Printing landed projects with NASCAR teams and became known for doing what others can’t
🎨 Creating WOW moments through custom branding, innovative materials, and trusting your team’s creative genius
🚘 The power of customer experience and how BB Printing’s culture inspires employees to drive hours each day just to be part of something special
🧠 Why mindset and belief are the true limits of success—and how “everything’s figureoutable” became Amber’s battle cry

This episode is for entrepreneurs, leaders, and dreamers ready to break through ceilings—whether you're recovering from setbacks, pivoting your career, or looking to create a brand that leaves a legacy.

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