Purpose can be forged in the most unexpected crucibles. From growing up as a homeschooled “Grady baby” in Atlanta’s South Cobb area to serving as an Army infantry officer deployed to Afghanistan with Special Forces, Zack Knight’s path took him through the grind of blue-collar work, the discipline of law enforcement, the chaos of combat, and the depths of his own personal rock bottom, before finding healing and a renewed sense of mission. In this episode of the Tango Tango podcast, host Lloyd Knight sits down with Army veteran, entrepreneur, author, and ATLVets founder Zack Knight. Despite sharing a last name, the two are quick to clarify they’re not related, though they’ve become close brothers in the veteran community. Zack reflects on his Atlanta upbringing, his years with the Smyrna Police Department, his decision to join active duty at 28, and his deployment to Afghanistan in 2019 where his unit lost six soldiers. They discuss the physical and mental toll of combat and Zack’s spiral into survivor’s guilt and a near-fatal crisis. From that low point, a friend’s simple challenge sparked a transformational self-discovery. Zack also shares the unconventional healing practices that helped him rebuild, from Emory’s outpatient therapy program…

In this episode, we break down the latest retail sales signals, explore the growing importance of supply chain storytelling, and spotlight the powerful role Georgia plays in global logistics. From shifting consumer behavior to automation trends and industry events, this episode is packed with insights that matter right now. Welcome to The Buzz, powered by DOSS! Hosts Scott Luton and Mary Kate Love dive into early March retail data, highlighting cautious consumer spending patterns and what they signal for the months ahead. The conversation also explores the newly released documentary The Chain: How the World Works, which brings supply chain complexity to life for a broader audience. Plus, special guest Sandy Lake from the Georgia Center of Innovation shares key trends driving logistics growth, including automation, trade policy shifts, and infrastructure investments across the state. Key Learnings & Takeaways: Retail trends show resilience—but with more selective, value-driven spending Rising energy costs and uncertainty continue to shape supply chain strategy Automation and AI are accelerating transformation across logistics networks Georgia continues to emerge as a critical U.S. logistics and supply chain hub The Chain documentary highlights the real-world impact of supply chains Resilience and predictability are becoming essential—not optional—for leaders As…