In this episode of the cityCURRENT Show, Andrew Bartolotta sits down with speaker, author, and communication expert Dave Delaney to explore a powerful and often misunderstood topic: The ADHD Advantage.

With millions of adults navigating ADHD — many without even realizing it — Dave shares how what is often seen as a challenge can actually become a strength when properly understood and supported.

Through his Root Down Framework — Know Yourself, Respect Yourself, and Connect Yourself — Dave provides practical tools to help individuals and organizations better understand neurodiversity, improve communication, and unlock hidden potential.

In this conversation, we cover:

• What ADHD really is — and common misconceptions

• Why many adults go undiagnosed

• How to turn distraction into focus and strength

• The importance of self-awareness and mindset

• Simple communication strategies for better connection

• How leaders can support neurodiverse teams

Whether you have ADHD, work with someone who does, or simply want to improve how you communicate and perform, this episode offers actionable insights to help you thrive in both work and life.

Learn more: https://www.davedelaney.me/

In this episode of the cityCURRENT Show, Andrew Bartolotta sits down with Rob Baughman of Ironsmith Fire to break down one of the most overlooked — yet critical — aspects of running a business: fire protection and safety compliance.

From sprinkler systems and fire pumps to inspections and NFPA regulations, fire protection is more complex than many business owners realize — and missing key requirements can lead to costly surprises, failed inspections, or even serious safety risks.

In this conversation, we cover:

• What fire protection really includes beyond alarms and sprinklers

• Key requirements for commercial buildings and business owners

• What to look for before buying or leasing a property

• How building use changes can impact fire code compliance

• What annual inspections actually involve — and why they matter

• Common mistakes business owners make when it comes to fire safety

Rob also shares insights on building trust in a relationship-driven industry, growing a service-based business, and balancing the technical side of work with creativity and personal passions.

Whether you’re a business owner, property manager, or entrepreneur, this episode offers practical, real-world guidance to help you protect your building, your team, and your investment.

To learn more, visit ironsmithfire.com or connect with Rob Baughman online.

Host Jeremy C. Park interviews Bonnie Bowles, Associate Director of VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance), and Tierra Fuller, Senior Financial Counselor with the Financial Empowerment Center, who highlight and discuss their programs with United Way of Greater Nashville. Bonnie explains that VITA provides free tax preparation services to households making $84,000 or less from late January through April 15th, offering multiple options including online filing, traditional sites, and walk-in services, while Tierra describes how the Financial Empowerment Center has been serving Nashville since 2013 by helping clients with debt reduction, increasing credit scores, budgeting, and financial planning through one-on-one monthly sessions. The interview highlights how both programs work together to build community wealth, with VITA helping clients understand their tax refunds and connecting them to financial counseling services, and emphasizes that both programs are free and serve low-to-moderate income families across Middle Tennessee.

Learn more about volunteering for IRS certification training through unitedwayfilefree.org. Contact information was provided for both programs, with fec.nashville.gov for the FEC and unitedwaygreaternashville.org for United Way's main website.

So, visit https://www.unitedwaygreaternashville... to learn more about United Way of Greater Nashville and their Financial Empowerment Center and VITA programs.