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How a Banned Account, a Mullet, and Sheer Grit Built a Social Media Empire w/Justin "Danger" Nunley :: Ep 76 Try That in a Small Town Podcast

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A stranger clowns you on live after your account gets banned—do you spiral or go nuclear on the grind? Justin “Danger” Nunley chose the latter, changing shirts in his driveway and launching a 30-day sprint from 3,000 followers to 3 million. We sit down with the Air Force veteran turned creator-entrepreneur to unpack the mindset, habits, and guardrails behind a 21M+ audience—and why three videos a day for five years was less about algorithms and more about character.
We get into the real mechanics of creator growth: cross-posting strategy, learning from takedowns instead of raging at them, and navigating wildly different community guidelines across TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook. Justin shares why he leaves “just enough” in his famous did-you-know facts to make you look it up yourself, and why safety at home requires firmer boundaries than most people realize. From SkillBridge to retirement, from Harley-Davidson partnerships to Waze Energy’s veteran-first mission, he lays out a playbook any small business can borrow: become your own media company, tell honest stories, and replace legacy ad buys with creator-native content that actually converts.
Of course, it wouldn’t be our show without sports heat. We wrestle with NIL money’s effect on college football, break down Tennessee vs Georgia vs Alabama angst, and celebrate the joy of a snow-filled Bills playoff game with your kid. There’s even a beard-on-the-line rivalry bet and a quick detour into hitting mechanics—why getting the bat on plane early beats chasing launch angle buzzwords—because process scales whether you’re in a cage or on camera.
If you’re building a brand, a podcast, or a one-person media empire, this conversation is your field guide: be relentless, be yourself, and let the work stack. Listen now, then hit follow, leave a review, and share this with a friend who needs a shot of creative momentum.

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From the Patriot Mobile studios:
Don’t get fooled by other cellular providers pretending to share your values or have the same coverage. They don’t and they can’t!
Go to PATRIOTMOBILE.COM/SMALLTOWN or call 972-PATRIOT
Right now, get a FREE MONTH when you use the offer code SMALLTOWN.
Original Brands
Original brands is starting a new era and American domestic premium beer, American made, American owned, Original glory.
Join the movement at www.drinkoriginalbrands.com
Follow/Rate/Share at www.trythatinasmalltown.com -
Browse the merch: https://trythatinasmalltown.com/collections/all -
For advertising inquiries, email [email protected]
The Try That In A Small Town Podcast is produced by Jim McCarthy and www.ItsYourShow.co

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Chapters

1. Cold Open: Singing, Beards, Banter (00:00:00)

2. Meet Justin “Danger” Nunley (00:03:00)

3. Origin of “Danger” and Creator Persona (00:06:47)

4. Viral Breakthrough and Account Ban (00:11:52)

5. The 30-Day Comeback to 3M (00:18:37)

6. Cross-Posting and Platform Rules (00:23:02)

7. Safety, Boundaries, and Home Security (00:28:17)

8. Veteran to Entrepreneur: Waze Energy (00:31:52)

9. Retiring After 20 Years: SkillBridge (00:36:32)

10. Deer Camp, Content Nights, and Collabs (00:42:42)

11. Live Singing Bit and Pitch Talk (00:47:47)

12. Sponsors, Values, and Community Support (00:52:02)

13. Hot Flashes, TRT, and Manscaped Humor (00:57:17)

14. NIL Money and College Football Rant (01:01:12)

15. Tennessee vs Alabama: Momentum, Coaching (01:07:32)

16. Bills Mafia, Snow Games, and Fatherhood (01:15:02)

17. Women Refs Debate: Respect and Merit (01:21:32)

83 episodes

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A stranger clowns you on live after your account gets banned—do you spiral or go nuclear on the grind? Justin “Danger” Nunley chose the latter, changing shirts in his driveway and launching a 30-day sprint from 3,000 followers to 3 million. We sit down with the Air Force veteran turned creator-entrepreneur to unpack the mindset, habits, and guardrails behind a 21M+ audience—and why three videos a day for five years was less about algorithms and more about character.
We get into the real mechanics of creator growth: cross-posting strategy, learning from takedowns instead of raging at them, and navigating wildly different community guidelines across TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook. Justin shares why he leaves “just enough” in his famous did-you-know facts to make you look it up yourself, and why safety at home requires firmer boundaries than most people realize. From SkillBridge to retirement, from Harley-Davidson partnerships to Waze Energy’s veteran-first mission, he lays out a playbook any small business can borrow: become your own media company, tell honest stories, and replace legacy ad buys with creator-native content that actually converts.
Of course, it wouldn’t be our show without sports heat. We wrestle with NIL money’s effect on college football, break down Tennessee vs Georgia vs Alabama angst, and celebrate the joy of a snow-filled Bills playoff game with your kid. There’s even a beard-on-the-line rivalry bet and a quick detour into hitting mechanics—why getting the bat on plane early beats chasing launch angle buzzwords—because process scales whether you’re in a cage or on camera.
If you’re building a brand, a podcast, or a one-person media empire, this conversation is your field guide: be relentless, be yourself, and let the work stack. Listen now, then hit follow, leave a review, and share this with a friend who needs a shot of creative momentum.

The Try That in a Small Town Podcast is powered by e|spaces!

Redefining Coworking - Exceptional Office Space for Every Business
At e|spaces, we offer more than just office space - we provide premium private offices designed for focus and growth. Located in the heart of Music Row, our fully furnished offices, private suites, meeting rooms and podcast studio give you the perfect space to work, create and connect.

Ready to elevate your business? Book a tour today at espaces.com
From the Patriot Mobile studios:
Don’t get fooled by other cellular providers pretending to share your values or have the same coverage. They don’t and they can’t!
Go to PATRIOTMOBILE.COM/SMALLTOWN or call 972-PATRIOT
Right now, get a FREE MONTH when you use the offer code SMALLTOWN.
Original Brands
Original brands is starting a new era and American domestic premium beer, American made, American owned, Original glory.
Join the movement at www.drinkoriginalbrands.com
Follow/Rate/Share at www.trythatinasmalltown.com -
Browse the merch: https://trythatinasmalltown.com/collections/all -
For advertising inquiries, email [email protected]
The Try That In A Small Town Podcast is produced by Jim McCarthy and www.ItsYourShow.co

  continue reading

Chapters

1. Cold Open: Singing, Beards, Banter (00:00:00)

2. Meet Justin “Danger” Nunley (00:03:00)

3. Origin of “Danger” and Creator Persona (00:06:47)

4. Viral Breakthrough and Account Ban (00:11:52)

5. The 30-Day Comeback to 3M (00:18:37)

6. Cross-Posting and Platform Rules (00:23:02)

7. Safety, Boundaries, and Home Security (00:28:17)

8. Veteran to Entrepreneur: Waze Energy (00:31:52)

9. Retiring After 20 Years: SkillBridge (00:36:32)

10. Deer Camp, Content Nights, and Collabs (00:42:42)

11. Live Singing Bit and Pitch Talk (00:47:47)

12. Sponsors, Values, and Community Support (00:52:02)

13. Hot Flashes, TRT, and Manscaped Humor (00:57:17)

14. NIL Money and College Football Rant (01:01:12)

15. Tennessee vs Alabama: Momentum, Coaching (01:07:32)

16. Bills Mafia, Snow Games, and Fatherhood (01:15:02)

17. Women Refs Debate: Respect and Merit (01:21:32)

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