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Behind the Numbers

Behind the Numbers

Written by: Cody Melton
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Welcome to Behind the Numbers, the podcast that demystifies the world of accounting and taxes for individuals, entrepreneurs, and small business owners. Hosted by the experts at TC Advisors, LLC, each episode dives into the stories, strategies, and insights that live beyond the spreadsheets — helping you make smarter financial decisions with confidence.

Whether you're navigating tax season, planning for growth, or just trying to understand what your accountant is really saying, we break it all down in plain English. No jargon. No fluff. Just practical advice, real-world examples, and a touch of humor to keep things interesting.

Tune in and take control of your financial future — one number at a time.

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Episodes
  • From T-shirt To Industry Titans: The Todd Fannin Story
    Jan 12 2026

    In this episode Cody Melton sits down with Todd Fannin, founder of Tack Designs, to trace his journey from printing shirts to fund an international adoption to building multiple successful businesses serving national and industrial clients.

    Todd shares key moments—landing big contracts, adopting the EOS operating system, financial rules like Profits First, and practical leadership and culture lessons—along with advice for entrepreneurs on scaling responsibly and managing cash.

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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • From Real Estate to Lesson with Cookie
    Jan 5 2026

    In this episode Taylor Rhodes sits down with Cookie, a Realtor who transitioned from corporate life to real estate and built a successful business through grit, mentorship, and relentless customer service. She shares real-world insights on the realities of the job: mountains of paperwork, last-minute hurdles before closing, and the importance of managing taxes as a self-employed agent.

    Cookie also offers practical advice for new agents and buyers — find a mentor, save rather than splurge on commissions, get prequalified, and focus on relationships to earn repeat and referral business.

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    18 mins
  • Baking Success with Nettie Ann's Bakery
    Dec 29 2025

    Host Taylor Rhodes interviews Nettie Plank, owner of Nettie Ann’s Bakery in Shoto, about her 23-year journey from a small start-up to a thriving local bakery.

    The episode covers early challenges (long hours, startup costs, hiring), standout products like sourdough and oatmeal whoopie pies, and how faith, community, and mentorship shaped the business and its team.

    Listeners will get practical advice for starting a business and a heartfelt look at how a bakery can become both a livelihood and a ministry.

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    27 mins
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