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Growing Pains is a podcast about the choices and challenges shaping Sumner County. Host Deanne DeWitt talks with local leaders, neighbors, and decision-makers about how a thriving community handles growth, opportunity, and the tough calls that come with both. Brought to you by the Sumner County Republican Freedom Caucus. Learn more at https://republicanfreedomcaucus.com/
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Update frequency:
every 9 days
Average audio length:
28 minutes
Guest interviews
English
United States
36 episodes
since Oct. 21, 2025
episodic
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In this episode of Growing Pains, Deanne DeWitt sits down with entrepreneur, musician, and All Access Coach Leasing co-owner Eric Blankenship to talk about what it really takes to build a successful business while investing in the community around you. From starting a company with just $5,000 and a…
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Why would someone proudly say they "make everyone mad"?
In this episode of Growing Pains, host Deanne DeWitt sits down with Sumner County Commissioner and Budget Committee Chairman Matt Shoaf for a candid conversation about leadership, local government, and why meaningful change often req…
In this episode of Growing Pains, Deanne DeWitt sits down with Brian Stewart, owner of One Stop Realty & Auction, former Sumner County Commissioner, community advocate, and candidate for the Tennessee House of Representatives.
Brian shares the experiences that shaped his commitment to public s…
Lt. General (Ret.) Dennis Cavin returns to Growing Pains to discuss how the Sumner County Republican Freedom Caucus has evolved and where it hopes to lead the community in the years ahead.
Rather than focusing solely on elections, this conversation explores the bigger picture of leadership, civic r…
What makes journalism trustworthy?
In this episode, Deanne DeWitt sits down with veteran Fox 17 anchor Scott Couch to discuss a career spent telling the stories of Middle Tennessee. Scott reflects on the changing media landscape, the importance of credibility, and why good journalism isn't about te…
What does housing affordability actually look like on the ground?
In this episode, Deanne DeWitt sits down with Kate Ritchie and Cierra Homan of Habitat for Humanity of Sumner County to discuss the growing challenge of affordable housing and the life-changing impact of homeownership.
They share how…
In this episode of Growing Pains, Deanne DeWitt sits down with Tennessee State Representative and Congressional candidate Johnny Garrett for a conversation about leadership, public service, and the future of Tennessee.
From his roots in Goodlettsville to his years serving in the Tennessee General …
In this episode of Growing Pains, host Deanne DeWitt sits down with Sumner County Administrator of Elections Lori Atchley for an inside look at how elections are actually run and why trust in the process matters. Drawing from more than 15 years of experience overseeing elections in one of Tennessee…
In this episode of Growing Pains, host Deanne DeWitt sits down with Hendersonville Alderman Mark Evans and Sumner County Commissioner Shannon Burgdorf for a candid conversation about leadership inside the Republican Party, the challenges of growth in Middle Tennessee, and the future of civic engage…
In this special compilation episode of Growing Pains, host Deanne DeWitt brings together powerful moments from five previous conversations exploring the future of Sumner County, the challenges of rapid growth, and the importance of civic engagement. Featuring voices from local leadership, education…
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