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 individuals in Williamson County's criminal justice system. Participants receive intensive inpatient treatment, mental health therapy, trauma counseling, and employment support—all while maintaining accountability through weekly court sessions and regular drug testing.

Judge Johnson shares powerful stories of transformation, including her Christmas tradition where participants celebrate the holidays sober for the first time in decades. Connie Martin explains how addressing childhood trauma and providing comprehensive mental health services creates lasting recovery. You'll also hear about the program's celebrity support from country music stars like Jelly Roll, Tim McGraw, and Martina McBride who've helped raise critical funds.

Key Takeaways:

• Why two-year programs succeed where shorter treatments fail
• How mental health therapy addresses the root causes of addiction
• The cost-effectiveness of treatment versus incarceration
• Ways Middle Tennessee residents can support recovery court initiatives

This local nonprofit is changing families, reducing crime, and proving that investing in people creates better outcomes than warehousing them in prisons.

21st District Recovery Court website and donation information: https://21stdc.org/

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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—and why that distinction matters deeply. From creating detailed floor plans to coordinating estate sales and facilitating large donations to local nonprofit organizations like AmVets, GraceWorks, and Habitat for Humanity, Let's Get Moving treats every Middle Tennessee client like family during major life transitions.

Discover honest insights about downsizing emotions, generational differences in what gets treasured, and why having difficult conversations about possessions while everyone's living creates the greatest gift. Justin shares touching stories of clients who lived 67 years in the same home, families navigating grief, and the surprising items that carry the most meaning across generations.

Whether you're planning proactively for the future or supporting aging parents through transitions, this conversation offers practical wisdom and genuine compassion for one of life's most challenging milestones.

Key Takeaways:

• Why social work training transforms senior moving services
• How Let's Get Moving supports Nashville's local nonprofit community
• The emotional realities families face during downsizing
• What adult children actually want to inherit (it's not what you think)

Contact Info:

• Let's Get Moving: https://letsgetmoving.net
• Email: info@letsgetmoving.net
• Phone: 615-599-6787

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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 movement that's transforming lives through music. Their son Levi describes the incredible moment when Steven strums the first chord in a shelter: "You can just kind of feel the cloud of darkness over the room. And when my dad strums the first chord, it's like the shift in the mood is so fast." Shelter directors report they've never seen such joy on residents' faces.

Discover how this Nashville podcast highlights a family mission where everyone contributes their unique talents—from video production to social media to IT management. Learn about the therapeutic power of music for vulnerable populations, the strategic approach Giving Guitars takes to maximize community impact, and heartwarming stories from 155 shelter visits, including a retired pastor who spent 15 years washing the feet of homeless individuals.

Whether you're looking for volunteer opportunities in Middle Tennessee, want to support a meaningful cause, or simply need a reminder that one family's faithfulness can create ripples of hope across the nation, this conversation will inspire you to use your own gifts in service of others.

Key Takeaways:

• How music therapy provides healing and hope in homeless shelters
• The strategic approach to selecting shelters and creating community awareness
• Current needs include mission vehicle funding and guitar donations
• How to volunteer at your local shelter or support Giving Guitars' mission

External Links:

• Giving Guitars: https://givingguitars.org
• Donate: https://givingguitars.org/donate
• Steven Cade Music: https://stevencade.com
• Beluga Web Hosting: https://belugahost.com

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