The Title Doesn’t Matter

Software Engineer

Today's guest is long-time friend of the show, Donovan Carter, who created the theme music for the podcast. In this episode, Donovan talks about his career as a software engineer and the unique overlap between coding and artistic expression. He also shares some tips and tricks for how to get into the software development world, using online tools such as Youtube, Medium, github.com, and Open Source Initiative projects. 

Director of Strategic Outreach

Elizabeth Smith works as the Director of Strategic Outreach for HyOx Medical Treatment Center in Atlanta, Georgia, building relationships between the treatment center and medical professionals to facilitate Hyperbaric Oxygen therapy for patients who need it. Her role is fast paced, unpredictable, and very social, but she wouldn't have it any other way. In today's episode, we talk about Hyperbaric therapy, strategic marketing, and how Elizabeth found her way into this niche market. For more information on HyOx Medical Treatment Center, visit their website at www.hyox.com 

Adult Content Creator

Today's episode covers explicit content and sexual themes. Listener discretion is advised. 
 
Aly, or "AnnaLally" as she's known on OnlyFans, is an adult content creator with profiles across several media platforms. After several years of building her fan base and developing her niche, she is taking a leap of faith and going "full send" by leaving her full-time job behind and investing in her career in the adult entertainment industry. In today's episode, she talks about her journey into the kink/fetish world and how she learned to monetize her passions. We discuss the financial considerations, the time and planning that goes into content creation, and the importance of body positivity in her line of work. You can find more about Aly and her work on her website at AnalAly.com 

Actor and Puppeteer

Chris Hayes is an actor, writer, and puppeteer living in Atlanta, Georgia. He has worked for more than ten years on one of America's most beloved children's shows: Sesame Street. In today's episode, he talks about how he found his niche in puppeteering, and what it is like to live gig-to-gig. 
For more information on Chris's body of work, you can find his profile on IMDB here:  https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3591603/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk 

Dean of Georgia State University's College of Law

After more than a decade of teaching prospective lawyers, Courtney Anderson took over as Dean of Georgia State University's College of Law beginning on June 1, 2025.  In today's episode, we discuss her new role within the greater University structure and how she got to where she is now. She was one of my favorite professors during my time at Georgia State and I have no doubt that she will continue the success of the University's law program during her tenure as Dean of the College of Law. For more information about Dean Anderson, or how to pursue a legal education, visit https://law.gsu.edu/ 

Podcasting Consultant/Guide

Tracy Friedlander started her own podcast, Crushing Classical, in 2016 inspired by her career playing classical French Horn professionally. After six years of hosting her podcast, she decided to transition again into her current role as a consultant and guide for new and aspiring podcasters to help them find their niche and build their audience. In today's episode, she shares insights from her journey from classical musician, to professional podcast host, to full-blown entrepreneur. 
For more information on Tracy or how to start your own podcast journey, you can follow her on X (f/k/a Twitter), Instagram, and Threads @TheTracyFree. You can also visit her website at www.TracyFree.com, or join her email list via her substack page at https://rebelvoicedispatch.substack.com/ 
For a chance to be a guest on a future episode, visit my website at www.spannmediallc/podcasts 

Chief of Nutritional Medicine

U.S. Army Major B.N. serves as the Chief of Nutritional Medicine for a military health center, overseeing both active duty and civilian staff working to provide nutritional services for both inpatient and outpatient individuals, as well as the entire medical center. In this episode, she talks about her day-to-day work as well as the various roles she has held in the course of her 14 year career with the U.S. Army. 

Sex Therapist

Holly Nelson is a licensed professional counselor and sex therapist in Scottsdale Arizona, specializing in helping individuals and couples heal from sexual shame, performance anxiety, painful sex, and intimacy struggles. She uses a trauma-informed approach—combining EMDR, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and somatic practices—to help people feel safe in their bodies, deepen connection, and rediscover pleasure. Learn more about her practice by visiting her website at www.theconnectioncouch.com or following her on tiktok @sextherapywithHolly. 

Private School Teacher

Jen is a high school science teacher who has worked in private school education for more than twenty years. In this episode, she shares her experience navigating the day to day pressures of teaching high school students, as well as the changes in education culture in America that she has witnessed over her career. 

Professional Services Consultant

To some, Nolan Morris's career path may seem far from conventional. However, his journey from pursuing a Bachelor's degree in food science, to spending a decade teaching high school science and coaching sports, to now working in the business world as a consultant with a start-up company proves that no matter where you are in your career, you can always adapt in order to find a fulfilling role that challenges you.