South of Scruffy with Ben Fields - Episodes Tagged with “South Of Scruffy”

#420-Taylor Swift

Ben Fields — Fri, 01 Apr 2022 09:00:00 -0400

After 2 years of pestering Ben and Producer Sam, Taylor Swift was finally able to work her way on to SOS. Taylor and Ben talk about how their breakup in 2010 was the catalyst for many of Taylor's hits.

#113-Indya Kincannon

Ben Fields — Mon, 28 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500

City of Knoxville Mayor Indya Kincannon stops by the shop to talk through the changes she's implementing to make her city a better place. From pay raises for police officers and fire fighters, to helping fund a sports stadium in the city center, Indya and Ben talk through the highlights and challenges of Mayor Kincannon's first term as the Mayor of Knoxville.

#109-Sam Thomas

Ben Fields — Mon, 31 Jan 2022 23:45:00 -0500

4 Time Grammy Award Winning record producer Sam Thomas pays another visit to the shop. Sam and Ben catch up on the Standard Knitting Mill Fire and Sam's recording career trajectory since relocating to Knoxville in 2018.

https://samiamproductions.weebly.com/

https://open.spotify.com/track/4HWhqsHKli9ujBAFVabKuJ?si=09a1bdbc09ed4916

#96-Tommy Smith

Ben Fields — Mon, 01 Nov 2021 01:00:00 -0400

When the opportunity arose for Tommy Smith to serve the community in which he grew up, he answered the bell. Tommy shares with Ben his philosophies on public service, Air Jordan's, and tech startup incubators. With a deep passion for improving South Knoxville, and the city at large, Tommy is running to keep his seat as the city counselor serving the first district of the city of Knoxville.

#93-Michael Figlio Jr.

Ben Fields — Mon, 11 Oct 2021 04:00:00 -0400

Having grown up in a family of entertainers, it was no surprise that Michael Figlio Jr. ended up in the film business. After doing nearly every job on a film set in his early days, Michael settled into roles as a 1st Assistant Director and Sound Recordist. Almost 40 years later, he is doing the best work of his career, while taking no credit for his success.

#91-Ryan Dailey

Ben Fields — Mon, 27 Sep 2021 04:00:00 -0400

When the Tombras Group started an in house video production arm, Ryan Dailey was right under their nose, and ready for deployment. After some trial-by-fire, coupled with top-notch mentorship, Ryan now finds himself lensing commercial spots for some of the Tombras Group's most important clients and brands. Thanks to the Tombras' open pipeline of commercial brands needing video content, Ryan Dailey finds himself one of the busiest commercial cinematographers in the business.

#90-Dr. Jennifer Ward

Ben Fields — Mon, 20 Sep 2021 01:00:00 -0400

After helping families from war-torn countries resettle in the United States, Dr. Jennifer Ward set her sights on her home: Tennessee. Jennifer operates a program at the University of Tennesessee Extension, that helps solve the problem of food insecurity for the state's neediest families. Jennifer and Ben dig into the issues that face Tennessee's most underserved families, while expounding on how to best serve those same populations on a national scale.

Read Black Women:

Eloquent Rage: https://www.amazon.com/Eloquent-Rage-Brittney-Cooper-audiobook/dp/B078XJYJGL
The New Jim Crow: https://www.amazon.com/The-New-Jim-Crow-audiobook/dp/B007R0L47O/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+new+Jim+crow&qid=1632098297&s=audible&sr=1-1
Mediocre: https://www.amazon.com/Mediocre-Dangerous-Legacy-White-America/dp/B08LHK27KZ/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=mediocre&qid=1632098315&s=audible&sr=1-1
Hood Feminism: https://www.amazon.com/Hood-Feminism-Notes-Movement-Forgot/dp/B083KNS373/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=hood+feminism&qid=1632098333&s=audible&sr=1-1
Cast: https://www.amazon.com/Caste-Oprahs-Book-Club-Discontents/dp/B085VXLKRJ/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=caste&qid=1632098356&s=audible&sr=1-1

#89-Ryan Read

Ben Fields — Mon, 13 Sep 2021 04:00:00 -0400

Don't call him a late bloomer - It just took persistence, time and chance encounters for Ryan Read to realize his passion as a photographer. Ryan runs Ben through the path that took him from being a church janitor, to crafting images that tell the visual story of some of America's biggest brands. This episode is also available on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0IhWbqgC-M0qDsJfo0poyw)

#83-Rusty Odom

Ben Fields — Mon, 02 Aug 2021 04:00:00 -0400

Rusty comes back to the shop to spill the beans on Blank News' pandemic survival while giving a sneak preview into this year's Second Bell Festival. Rusty also brings some good news about SOS podcast.

#82-Todd Steed

Ben Fields — Mon, 26 Jul 2021 04:00:00 -0400

It would be impossible, nay, irresponsible, to try to tell the history of Knoxville's music scene without mentioning the name Todd Steed. As a Knoxville native, Todd has, at the very least, closely witnessed Knoxville's musical growth over the past 40 years; but he has also been a crucial and active participant in that growth in a big way. Todd and Ben cover some ground on Todd's musical past, while also hitting heavily on the impact of public schools and universities on nurturing students in the arts. Check out Smokin' Dave and the Premo Dopes new album, "Historic Knoxville High", on Spotify.

https://open.spotify.com/album/5P8iuYrd3RHbfPnbVaFcX3?si=JPJkeJuLSNKetL8BOYH5LA&dl_branch=1

#81-Matt Copenhaver

Ben Fields — Mon, 19 Jul 2021 04:00:00 -0400

After spending the better part of a decade working for Shell Oil in the Middle East, Matt relocated from Dubai to Montana to start his company Visitor.us. While able to read, speak, and write in Arabic, Matt's problematic experiences traveling abroad in Iraq, India and Europe inspired him to start Visitor.us. Visitor.us helps foreign nationals solve the problems associated with relocating to, and traveling within the United States as non-citizens. This episode was recorded in, and dispatched from Big Sky, Montana.

#80-Ben Hubbard

Ben Fields — Mon, 12 Jul 2021 04:00:00 -0400

Ben Hubbard has spent his career creating some of the most disruptive and outlandish marketing campaigns for brands all over America. It's no mystery to Mr. Hubbard that the chip on his shoulder that pushes him is not about to go away. Ben Hubbard recounts what it's like to be a teenage parent of interracial children in rural Appalachia, and how the remnant voices of the naysayers still drive his creative output today.

#74-Six Pack with Zack #3 - Cam Molidor

Ben Fields — Mon, 31 May 2021 04:00:00 -0400

Zack Roskop brings his producer Cam Molidor by the shop to talk film making and craft beer. You can find their show Knox Brew Radio on Channel Z radio nad Youtube.

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCirfd_CGzLJeexAcgHhTllQ
https://www.knoxbrewstories.com/radio

#73-Ty Murray

Ben Fields — Mon, 24 May 2021 04:00:00 -0400

Ty Murray from Temp Job came by the shop to recount parts of her journey through the music industry. A self-described introverted extrovert, Ty has spent meaningful time on both sides of the microphone; booking bands for national tours with half of her time, and fronting the new-age funk outfit "Temp Job" with the other half. This episode is also available on Youtube.

#71-Will Bolduc

Ben Fields — Mon, 10 May 2021 03:00:00 -0400

Will and Ben dig into the Will's career as an MMA fighter, bar owner, and touring musician. Will and Ben discuss a theory on the great population migration from west coast cities, and what it means for Nashville and Knoxville.

#70-Adeem The Artist

Ben Fields — Mon, 03 May 2021 03:00:00 -0400

Adeem the Artist talks Ben through the trials and triumphs of identifying as a non-binary person in the country music industry. Adeem's new album "Cast Iron PanSexual" is now available on Spotify.

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#69-John Phillips

Ben Fields — Mon, 26 Apr 2021 04:00:00 -0400

Bladesmith to the stars John Phillips brought a load of his handcrafted knives to the shop. John talks Ben through how he turned a passion for working with metals, into a career of hand crafting knives and edge tools for some of the best chefs in the world. After becoming a champion on History Channel's show "Forged in Fire", and having his knives featured in a NYT best selling cook book, John's knives have come to be coveted by collectors and celebrity chefs worldwide. John also drops an anecdote on how he manifested making knife sets for actor Martin Starr (Silicon Valley) and Sturgill Simpson. Check out this episode on Youtube if you want to see the knives https://youtu.be/bRfD1b7r5nY

#66-Mitchell Connell

Ben Fields — Mon, 05 Apr 2021 05:00:00 -0400

While spending his life as a serial outdoor adventurer (both by foot and by wheel), Mitchell Connell has devoted his life to getting more people on bicycles. Mitchell's new non-profit "Two Bikes", does that twice every time they sell a bicycle. For every bicycle they sell, they donate one to a non-profit or person in need. But there's lots more to it...Check out www.twobikes.org to get the scoop.

#64-Chelsea Berry

Ben Fields — Mon, 22 Mar 2021 05:00:00 -0400

Chelsea Berry comes by the shop to catch us up on her blossoming recording career. Chelsea lays out how she transitioned from being terrified to perform in front of crowds, to performing in theatres full of adoring fans.

#61-Cereus Bright

Ben Fields — Mon, 01 Mar 2021 05:00:00 -0500

Tyler Anthony, AKA Cereus Bright, stopped by shop to chat about the rigor of the recording industry in a 2021 climate; and how he is navigating it as a solo artist.

#56-Andy Wood

Ben Fields — Mon, 25 Jan 2021 05:00:00 -0500

Andy Wood is a world class guitarist with the street cred to prove it. Andy talks Ben through his humble beginnings picking bluegrass with his grandfather, and how that manifested itself in a career playin guitar and other instruments with some of the worlds greatest touring acts. Andy has become a goldmine of knowledge, and a bastion of guitar chops; both of which he shares with his proliferating following on his YouTube channel "Andy Wood Music."

#55-Charlie DeBevoise

Ben Fields — Mon, 18 Jan 2021 08:00:00 -0500

Charlie DeBevoise is a television veteran whose companies have produced thousands of hours of unscripted programming for television's most prominent cable networks. In the year 2000, Charlie started NorthSouth Productions and has been on the climb since. Charlie remembers how starting modestly and grinding it out early, paid off in a huge way with their hit show "Impractical Jokers"; which is in it's 9th season on truTV.

#53-Jon "Cornbred" Worley

Ben Fields — Mon, 04 Jan 2021 08:00:00 -0500

For the second time, Cornbred comes by the shop to narrow the gap between what we think we know, and the truth. Jon and Ben also chat about Jon's newfound sobriety and it's benefits.

#52-Joseph Nother

Ben Fields — Sun, 27 Dec 2020 22:00:00 -0500

Joseph Nother has spent a lifetime creating. Creating brands, creating television series, and creating opportunities for others. Joseph comes by the shop to tell the story of how he took a web design company started in a college dorm - to an Emmy winning advertising agency and television studio.

#51-Alan "Knoxville Urban Guy" Sims

Ben Fields — Sun, 20 Dec 2020 20:00:00 -0500

Prolific Knoxville blogger Alan Sims stops by the shop for an update on the new comings and goings in downtown Knoxville. Ben and Alan settle some dust on a few development rumblings in downtown Knoxville, while Alan recounts some highlights of Knoxville's revitalization. Alan also identifies some possible pitfalls as the downtown growth continues. Check out Alan's blog at www.insidofknoxville.com.

#50-Mike McGill

Ben Fields — Sun, 13 Dec 2020 19:30:00 -0500

Mike McGill stops by the shop to talk about his upcoming benefit concert "The Mike McGill Christmas Spectacular" but got sidetracked telling stories about ending up in jail. Visit https://www.facebook.com/mike.mcgill.777 on 12/18/2020 to get involved with the "Mike McGill Christmas Spectacular" live stream from Big Al Braden's Music Warehouse.

#49-William Wild

Ben Fields — Sun, 06 Dec 2020 09:15:00 -0500

Recording artist Garrett Sale has been making noise under the moniker William Wild for years. After a string of personal tragedies, followed by a meteoric rise via Spotify, Garrett has found new purpose in 2020. Garrett stops by the shop to talk to Ben about the state of new William Wild music, and how past personal experiences have indelibly impacted his music career.

#48-Beau Patton

Ben Fields — Sun, 29 Nov 2020 20:45:00 -0500

Filmmaker and serial-entrepreneur Beau Patton spends an evening in the shop with Ben. Meandering through topics such as private art collecting and podcasting, Beau fills us in on his new business ventures. Beau's alter ego, @honeybeehusband, also talks moonlighting as a "Glorified Furniture Mover" for his wife's styling and design company.

#47-Ryan Whitbeck

Ben Fields — Sun, 22 Nov 2020 10:00:00 -0500

As a U.S. Marine infantryman, Ryan Whitbeck devoted his life to serving his country; now he has turned his attention to serving his community. Ryan comes by the SOS shop to fill Ben in on the multi-layer problem of homelessness, and how he is helping restore lives in his own backyard.

#46-Wes Roach

Ben Fields — Sun, 15 Nov 2020 10:15:00 -0500

Wes Roach comes by the shop to talk about his journey from being a talented young local golfer, to playing on the PGA tour. Wes and Ben cover everything from "What's it like to choose a caddy?" to the mental toughness it takes to sink a routine putt with a ton of money on the line.

#45-Chris McAdoo

Ben Fields — Mon, 09 Nov 2020 07:45:00 -0500

Creative At Large Chris McAdoo spends an hour in the shop updating us on his ever evolving creative journey. After learning the hard way that he is allergic to bees, Chris shares his new perspective on how to focus on what is most important.

#43-Rusty Odom

Ben Fields — Mon, 26 Oct 2020 08:15:00 -0400

The week before Rusty's inaugural drive-in music festival, Rusty and Ben catch up on a wild year in live music. Rusty has spent his career building big things to enrich his community, and this was Ben's chance to get a peek behind the curtain into Rusty's past and current endeavors.

#42-Charlie Jennings

Ben Fields — Sun, 18 Oct 2020 23:30:00 -0400

With A heavy focus on Bonnaroo, Charlie Jennings stops by the shop to outline his savy pivot from concert producer to Covid-19 compliance officer for the film and T.V. industry. After riding the high of a booming concert scene that peaked in 2019, Charlie fills Ben in on the changes that the live music industry is seeing in the pandemic era.

#39-Sam Thomas

Ben Fields — Sun, 27 Sep 2020 23:30:00 -0400

4 time Grammy Award winning recording engineer Sam Thomas stops by the shop to fill us in on his most recent recording effort with Alicia Keys. Sam lets us in on the nuts and bolts of his producing and writing "Me X 7" for Alicia Keys' latest album "Alicia."

#38-Chris Durfee

Ben Fields — Sun, 20 Sep 2020 23:30:00 -0400

The Durf Daddy brings a bottle of wine to the shop and peels back the layers of his 30 year film career. Dipping in and out of shop-talk, Chris and Ben recount their best moments on set together, while lightly brushing against their shared afinity for the Grateful Dead.

#37-Brad Carpenter

Ben Fields — Sun, 13 Sep 2020 12:00:00 -0400

Brad and Ben recount the highlights of their nearly 30 year friendship turned working relationship. Stories of their overlapping stints in L.A. provide some good groundwork as they weave into their current creative partnership.

#35-Marianne Canada

Ben Fields — Sun, 30 Aug 2020 21:00:00 -0400

Marianne invites Ben over for a safely distanced chat on her front porch. In a rare SOS remote interview, Marianne talks Ben through her rise from unassuming theatre kid- to Executive Prodcer at Discovery Inc.

#33-Jennie Andrews

Ben Fields — Sun, 16 Aug 2020 12:00:00 -0400

After some booking confusion, Jennie and Ben finally sit down on the mic to romp through Jennie's career as a photographer and content producer for Discovery Inc. Jennie drives home the benefits of always saying "yes", while subtly addressing the importance of constantly reinventing yoursrlf as an artist.

#32-Josh Lay

Ben Fields — Mon, 10 Aug 2020 09:30:00 -0400

Josh Lay comes by the shop on a warm summer night to talk about his transition from New York City to Nashville. Josh and Ben dig into the NYC Corona Virus exodus, and that time Josh got stuck in France for 5 months due to Covid 19.

#31-Daniel Wiseman

Ben Fields — Sun, 02 Aug 2020 16:15:00 -0400

New York Times Best Selling illustrator Daniel Wiseman comes by the shop to outline his journey from struggling artist, to NYT best seller. Daniel has illustrated a number of children's books. His most recent work, “The world needs more purple people”, was illustrated alongside actress Kristen Bell.

#29-Curtis Glover (Part 1)

Ben Fields — Sun, 19 Jul 2020 23:45:00 -0400

Curtis Glover stops by the shop for a cup of coffee on his way to paint yet another mural. Part 1 of 2 of Curtis' residency on SOSpod covers the current state of his prolific mural portfolio and a bit of background on how he landed on outdoor art as his focus and passion. This interview goes abreviated, and Curtis and Ben pledge to tell the rest of this story in a second installment coming soon...Maybe even next week.

#28-Brigid KO

Ben Fields — Sun, 12 Jul 2020 23:15:00 -0400

Brigid KO spent a balmy evening in the shop retracing her footsteps from college art student in Vermont; to avant garde fashion designer; to small-batch jewelry maker. Brigid beat up on breast cancer at 36 years old, to then fulfill her purpose to responsibly create wearable art. After seeing success in the fashion industry, Brigid got her hands dirty crafting small batch jewelry from precious metals and semi precious stones. Brigid makes some of the most uniqly beautiful jewelry you'll see; and you can find it @brigidKO on instagram, or at www.brigidKO.com .

#27-Born & Raised

Ben Fields — Sun, 05 Jul 2020 21:30:00 -0400

Kent Oglesby and Garrett Thomson stop by the shop to chat about the state of live music, the demise of Rythm & Blooms music festival, and the birth of the Born & Raised Podcast. At it's best, this chat touches on the nuts and bolts of booking and promoting a sold out concert; at it's worst, it waxes poetic on the moral compass of the music and film industries. Either way you take it, it's an enlightening listen.

#23-Cruz & Cash Contreras

Ben Fields — Sun, 07 Jun 2020 17:00:00 -0400

Everything started off great when Cruz and Ben started their chat. When Cruz's son Cash stopped by and joined them, things got even better. Cruz recounts his time with Robinella and the CC String Band and The Black Lillies. Cruz then talked Ben through what it's like to sign a record deal with a major label; to then take a leap of faith as a solo artist. That only scratches the surface. Cruz's son Cash then drops in on the conversation to give a window into what that whole trip looks like from the vantage point of Cruz's son. Catch Cruz's upcoming album "Cosmico" being released later this year.

#22-Chris Blue

Ben Fields — Sun, 31 May 2020 12:00:00 -0400

Chris graces Ben with a visit to the shop to talk through Chris' trip on Season 12 of NBC's "The Voice." Growing up the youngest of 7 children, Chris had no shortage of grit and drive. Chris got an opportunity to show that grit to America on primetime television. With Chris now recording a new album, the two talk life after "The Voice" and next steps for Chris' solo career.

#21-Erick Baker

Ben Fields — Sun, 24 May 2020 16:00:00 -0400

Erick Baker spends an evening in the shop catching Ben up on his most recent musical endeavours. Erick Baker has spent his recent years reconciling his love for music and performing, with family balance. After winning an Emmy for his writing on the television show Tennessee Valley Uncharted (which he also hosts), Erick wrote and released his most recent album "Morning Light". Erick and Morning Light are also the subjects of the upcoming documentary "Composing a Stranger" which is on the festival circuit now.

#20-Brent Thompson

Ben Fields — Sun, 17 May 2020 22:00:00 -0400

Brent makes the short trip to Ben's shop where they discuss the state of the Knoxville arts scene. Brent recounts some of his past artistic endeavours as well as his current efforts working with Sugarlands Distilling Co.

#19-Elizabeth Wiseman

Ben Fields — Sun, 10 May 2020 21:00:00 -0400

Elizabeth and Ben sit down and discuss their mutual love for working with on-camera talent. Elizabeth recounts her path to becoming a fashion and commercial photographer; and how that led to her building and teaching a photography curriculum alongside some of today's most well known industry photographers.

#17-Six Pack with Zack #1 - Ben Fields

Ben Fields — Sun, 26 Apr 2020 09:00:00 -0400

For the first time, Ben is on the hot seat. Zack Roskop stops by with a 6 pack of Craft Beer and grills Ben on his life. From West Knoxville to Los Angeles and back again, Zack uncovers some looming unknowns about Ben.

#16-Edy Recendez

Ben Fields — Sun, 19 Apr 2020 20:00:00 -0400

Edy enlightens Ben on his recent leap from Cinematographer to Director. After immigrating to the United States as a High Schooler, Edy learned a new language and swiftly began a career in the film and television industy. With high-level chops and a solid work ethic, Edy swears his success could happen to anybody who tries as hard as he has.

#15-Travis Bigwood

Ben Fields — Sun, 12 Apr 2020 21:00:00 -0400

An hour after filming a music video together, Travis and Ben sit down to talk about their interwoven paths and how Travis' growing career as a touring acoustic act has been impacted by the economic shutdown. Winding their way through personal stories from the old neighborhood, Travis and Ben chronicle Travis' trip from growing up in a trailer park, to being a nationally touring folk artist.

#14-Bryan Allen

Ben Fields — Sun, 05 Apr 2020 21:45:00 -0400

Bryan Allen darkens the shop door to fill Ben in on his path from electrical engineering, to founding a production company that makes emmy award winning T.V. shows and national commercials. Bryan shares the triumphs and perils of owning a business in 2020, as he and Ben struggle to prognosticate about what "new normal" will look like.

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#12-Jack Parker

Ben Fields — Sun, 22 Mar 2020 10:00:00 -0400

Jack and Ben sit down and try to ignore the elephant in the room. A pandemic virus has affected the world and the global marketplace. Jack and Ben have a chat that acknowledges the crisis at hand, while trying to help us all forget about that crisis for just a few minutes.

#8-Sam Thomas

Ben Fields — Sun, 23 Feb 2020 10:00:00 -0500

Four time Grammy award winning recording engineer Sam Thomas sits down with Ben to play-by-play his path through his recording career. Sam gives the run down of how he rose up in the Atlanta recording industry, and then parlayed that into a “second act" in the film and television industry.

#6-William Wright

Ben Fields — Sun, 09 Feb 2020 10:00:00 -0500

William Wright stops by the shop to talk life, art, despair, and some first-look details about his upcoming orchestral premier, "Childhood is the Kingdom Where Nobody Dies". William opens up about up a a lot: The real story behind the rocket ship trajectory of LiL iFFy; the emotional release he still gets from his rock and roll outfit Senryu; and the new breath that his electronic pop duo Peak Physique has breathed into this nearly perfect season of his life.

#2-Rebecca Ridner

Ben Fields — Mon, 13 Jan 2020 06:00:00 -0500

Art director, interior designer, and entrepeneur Rebecca Ridner has spent the last year of her life on a bonafide spiritual journey. Rebecca and Ben talk through Rebecca's past and what motivated her to make a u-turn on her best laid plans. From joining cults and visiting shamans, to getting catfished into a group glamping trip; this conversation turns into an emotional rollercoaster of vulnerability.

#1-Matt Honkonen

Ben Fields — Tue, 31 Dec 2019 10:15:00 -0500

Matt Honkonen stops by the shop for a comprehensive run down of his journey through the music industry. While touring with Electronic Pop Duo "Peak Physique", Matt has continued his work as a producer and composer for film and television.