Welcome to Pella-tively Speaking, a new weekly podcast from Pella Windows & Doors of Nashville! Each week, we'll bring you a new guest from the building community of Music City. Whether their a builder, an architect, a designer, or even a homeowner, you're sure to learn something new about the ins-and-outs of breaking ground in Nashville.

On our first episode, we're joined by Ben Talbot, owner of Pella Windows & Doors of Nashville. Listen as we dive into Ben's origins and family, how he was given the chance to purchase the branch, and what's in store for the future of Pella Nashville.

Want to learn more about us? Check us out below:

Website: https://www.pella.com/locations/nashville/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pellanashville/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PellaWindowsAndDoorsOfNashville/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pella-windows-and-doors-of-nashville/

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

This episode, we're joined by Ryan Thewes, a renowned architect based in the Nashville area. Listen as we talk about how Ryan discovered his passion for architecture, his thoughts on builder-architect communication, and what it's like to design your own home.

Learn more about Ryan Thewes here:

Website: https://www.ryanthewes.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewes_architect/?hl=en

Want to learn more about us? Check us out below:

Website: https://www.pella.com/locations/nashville/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pellanashville/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PellaWindowsAndDoorsOfNashville/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pella-windows-and-doors-of-nashville/

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

This episode, we're joined by Will King, owner of High Cotton Homes. Listen as we cover Will's beginnings with High Cotton Homes, his connection with Pella, and how Will leverages social media to wear the hat of both builder and influencer.

Learn more about High Cotton Homes here:

Website: https://www.highcotton-homes.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highcottonhomes/?hl=en

Want to learn more about us? Check us out below:

Website: https://www.pella.com/locations/nashville/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pellanashville/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PellaWindowsAndDoorsOfNashville/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pella-windows-and-doors-of-nashville/

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

This week, we look back to our very first episode with the owner of Pella Nashville, Ben Talbot. Listen as Matt and Ben talk about Ben's upbringing in Hendersonville, the importance of family and faith, and Ben's history with Pella Nashville.

Want to learn more about us? Check us out below:

Website: https://www.pella.com/locations/nashville/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pellanashville/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PellaWindowsAndDoorsOfNashville/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pella-windows-and-doors-of-nashville/

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

This week, Matt sits down with Robbie deMarigny, the Wellness Coach at Pella Nashville. They discuss Robbie's history with the company, advice he has for living a more fulfilling life in and out of the workplace, and his passion for philanthropy and helping our community.

Want to learn more about us? Check us out below:

Website: https://www.pella.com/locations/nashville/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pellanashville/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PellaWindowsAndDoorsOfNashville/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pella-windows-and-doors-of-nashville/

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

This week, we're joined by Paul Boulifard, a renowned architect living in Nashville. We talk about Paul's upbringing travelling between France and the US, his beginnings in architecture and his design philosophy, and the importance of Legos as a creative release.

Learn more about Paul Boulifard here:

Website: https://www.boulifard.com/

Want to learn more about us? Check us out below:

Website: https://www.pella.com/locations/nashville/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pellanashville/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PellaWindowsAndDoorsOfNashville/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pella-windows-and-doors-of-nashville/

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

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This week, we're joined by Jordan Bishop, owner of Axis Construction. We dive into how Jordan founded Axis, how he leverages social media to grow his business, and his philosophy when it comes to being a great builder.

Learn more about Jordan Bishop and Axis Construction here:

Website: https://www.theaxisconstruction.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/axisconstructionllc/?hl=en

Want to learn more about us? Check us out below:

Website: https://www.pella.com/locations/nashville/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pellanashville/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PellaWindowsAndDoorsOfNashville/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pella-windows-and-doors-of-nashville/

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

This week, we're joined by Jenadi Talbot, co-founder and Director of Operations of Breast cancer Recovery in Action (BRA). We dig into Jenadi's history and experience with cancer, how BRA was founded and what they're doing to uplift breast cancer patients in the community, and her journey with her faith.

Learn more about BRA here:

Website: https://www.bragroups.org/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bragroups/?hl=en

Want to learn more about us? Check us out below:

Website: https://www.pella.com/locations/nashville/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pellanashville/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PellaWindowsAndDoorsOfNashville/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pella-windows-and-doors-of-nashville/

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

This week, we're joined by Mike Thakur, an entrepreneur and homeowner. We dive into Mike's journey from England to Houston and then to Nashville, where he decided to purchase a burned-down mansion in Franklin. We also talk about Mike's decision to use Pella when rebuilding the mansion, as well as Mike's other ventures and how his faith drives him forward.

Learn more about Mike Thakur here:

Website: https://mikethakur.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmikethakur/

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

Want to learn more about us? Check us out below:

Website: https://www.pella.com/locations/nashville/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pellanashville/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PellaWindowsAndDoorsOfNashville/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pella-windows-and-doors-of-nashville/

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

This week, we're joined by Jason Higham, co-owner of H&H Builders with his wife, Angie. We talk about Jason's origins in Oregon and his move to Nashville, his advice to those building their first home with a contractor, and why he continues to work with Pella despite obstacles in the past.

Learn more about Jason Higham and H&H Builders here:

Website: https://www.hhbldr.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hh_bldr/?hl=en

Want to learn more about us? Check us out below:

Website: https://www.pella.com/locations/nashville/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pellanashville/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PellaWindowsAndDoorsOfNashville/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pella-windows-and-doors-of-nashville/

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

This week, we're joined by Mitchell Barnett, renowned Nashville architect and member of the American Institute of Architects. We dive into how Mitchell got his start in architecture while also working as a musician, his architectural philosophy and the importance of sketching, and his work restoring historic castles in France.

Learn more about Mitchell Barnett here:

Website: https://www.mitchellbarnettarchitect.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mitchellbarnettarchitectpc/?hl=en

Want to learn more about us? Check us out below:

Website: https://www.pella.com/locations/nashville/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pellanashville/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PellaWindowsAndDoorsOfNashville/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pella-windows-and-doors-of-nashville/

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

This week, we're revisiting one of our first episodes where we're joined by Will King, owner of High Cotton Homes. Listen as we cover Will's beginnings with High Cotton Homes, his connection with Pella, and how Will leverages social media to wear the hat of both builder and influencer.

Learn more about High Cotton Homes here:

Website: https://www.highcotton-homes.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highcottonhomes/?hl=en

Want to learn more about us? Check us out below:

Website: https://www.pella.com/locations/nashville/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pellanashville/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PellaWindowsAndDoorsOfNashville/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pella-windows-and-doors-of-nashville/

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

This episode, we're joined by Jamie Sinz, a modern architect with Recess here in Nashville. We dig into Jamie's beginnings in architecture, her passion for travel and how that informs her process, and advice she has for young architects just starting out.

Learn more about Jamie Sinz and Recess here:

Website: https://www.recess.works/index.html

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/recess.works/?hl=en

Want to learn more about us? Check us out below:

Website: https://www.pella.com/locations/nashville/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pellanashville/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PellaWindowsAndDoorsOfNashville/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pella-windows-and-doors-of-nashville/

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

This episode, we're joined by Paul Atwood, one of our Trade Sales Managers at Pella Nashville. Paul walks us through his journey with Pella, several innovations and aspects that set Pella apart from other window manufacturers, and three important tips when buying new windows.

Want to learn more about us? Check us out below:

Website: https://www.pella.com/locations/nashville/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pellanashville/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PellaWindowsAndDoorsOfNashville/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pella-windows-and-doors-of-nashville/

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

This episode, we're joined by Susan Wright, a homeowner here in Nashville and Pella customer. We're going to dive into Susan's experience with Pella, how Pella stacked up against competitors when starting her project, and how Susan has given back to international communities.

Want to learn more about us? Check us out below:

Website: https://www.pella.com/locations/nashville/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pellanashville/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PellaWindowsAndDoorsOfNashville/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pella-windows-and-doors-of-nashville/

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

This week, we pick back up on our conversation with Jamie Reedy, founder of Legacy Construction and Pantheon Development. We talk about Jamie moving back to Tennessee to start Pantheon Development, how his wife became a business partner and interior designeer, and what he values as a leader in order to build up his employees.

Learn more about Pantheon Development here:

Website: https://www.pantheondevco.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pantheondevelopment/

Want to learn more about us? Check us out below:

Website: https://www.pella.com/locations/nashville/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pellanashville/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PellaWindowsAndDoorsOfNashville/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pella-windows-and-doors-of-nashville/

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

This episode, we're joined by Bill Michniewicz, Matt Michniewicz, and Corey Dyess, owners of Tri-Shield Building Group. Listen as we break down how these guys came together to start Tri-Shield, what goes into becoming a licensed contractor, and the importance of trust in the construction process.

Want to learn more about us? Check us out below:

Website: https://www.pella.com/locations/nashville/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pellanashville/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PellaWindowsAndDoorsOfNashville/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pella-windows-and-doors-of-nashville/

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

This week, we’re joined by Jamie Reedy, founder of Legacy Construction and Pantheon Development. We talk about Jamie’s switch from education to contstruction, his decision to move to California, and how that decision led to the creation of Legacy Construction.

Learn more about Pantheon Development here:

Website: https://www.pantheondevco.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pantheondevelopment/

Want to learn more about us? Check us out below:

Website: https://www.pella.com/locations/nashville/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pellanashville/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PellaWindowsAndDoorsOfNashville/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pella-windows-and-doors-of-nashville/

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

This week, we’re taking a look back at our first homeowner guest, Susan Wright. Matt and Susan dive into Susan’s experience with Pella, how Pella stacked up against competitors when starting her project, and how Susan has given back to international communities.

Want to learn more about us? Check us out below:

Website: https://www.pella.com/locations/nashville/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pellanashville/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PellaWindowsAndDoorsOfNashville/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pella-windows-and-doors-of-nashville/

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

This week, we’re joined by Wojtek Krupka and Dalton Cannon from Jackson Builders. We talk about how they came to be a part of Jackson Builders, what their experience working with Pella has been like, and the importance of planning when looking to build with a contractor.

Learn more about Jackson Builders here:

Website: https://www.jbgbuilt.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacksonbuildersnashville/

Want to learn more about us? Check us out below:

Website: https://www.pella.com/locations/nashville/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pellanashville/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PellaWindowsAndDoorsOfNashville/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pella-windows-and-doors-of-nashville/

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

In honor of Veterans Day, we have a special episode this week with four Pella veterans, Josh Moorehead, Ben Huck, Phil Andrews, and Jennifer David. We talk about what drove them to enlist in the forces, what it was like to acclimate back to civilian life, and their advice for anyone considering joining the military.

Want to learn more about us? Check us out below:

Website: https://www.pella.com/locations/nashville/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pellanashville/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PellaWindowsAndDoorsOfNashville/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pella-windows-and-doors-of-nashville/

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

This week, we’re joined by Gary Everton, a renowned Nashville architect and founder of EOA Architects. We talk about Gary living in Nashville during its first big boom in the '80s, the importance of diversity while collaborating on a project, and where Gary finds his inspiration when designing a structure.

Learn more about Gary and EOA Architects here:

Website: https://eoa-architects.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eoaarchitects/?hl=en

Want to learn more about us? Check us out below:

Website: https://www.pella.com/locations/nashville/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pellanashville/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PellaWindowsAndDoorsOfNashville/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pella-windows-and-doors-of-nashville/

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

This week, we’re joined by homeowner and Pella customer, Jackie Rios. We talk about Jackie moving from California to Tennessee, why she decided to use Pella again after being a customer in California, her experience with the Pella Nashville team.

Want to learn more about us? Check us out below:

Website: https://www.pella.com/locations/nashville/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pellanashville/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PellaWindowsAndDoorsOfNashville/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pella-windows-and-doors-of-nashville/

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

This week, we're joined by Chris Rhodes, owner of Stone Ridge Custom Homes. We talk about Chris taking over Stone Ridge after his father retired, how he grew the business to pursue higher-profile jobs, and his experience using Pella over the years.

Learn more about Chris and Stone Ridge Custom Homes here:

Website: https://stoneridgetn.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stoneridgecustomhomes/

Want to learn more about us? Check us out below:

Website: https://www.pella.com/locations/nashville/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pellanashville/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PellaWindowsAndDoorsOfNashville/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pella-windows-and-doors-of-nashville/

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