<p>What happens when a Philly native runs track at TSU, falls in love with Nashville, and decides the city deserves a real cheesesteak?</p><p><br></p><p>On this episode of The XPLR.NASH Podcast, we sit down with Z, owner of It’z a Philly Thing, to talk about how he turned a single food trailer into one of Nashville’s most talked-about spots for authentic Philadelphia cheesesteaks — now serving daily from a permanent setup in Bellevue.</p><p>Z shares:</p><p>🍽️ How It’z a Philly Thing started from a college dorm freezer and evolved into a staple in Nashville’s food scene</p><p>🚚 What it’s like running a food trailer full-time with a permanent home base</p><p>💡 Lessons in patience, focus, and knowing your worth in the food business</p><p>📈 How an XPLR.NASH video helped boost sales overnight</p><p>🌆 Why Nashville still needs Philly classics like stromboli and real breakfast sandwiches</p><p><br></p><p>If you love authentic food stories, small-business hustle, and Nashville culture — this episode is for you.</p><p><br></p><p>📍 Guest: Z, Owner of It’z a Philly Thing (Bellevue, TN)🎧 </p><p>Podcast: The XPLR.NASH Podcast</p><p>🌐 Website: itsaphillything.com</p><p>📲 Follow: @itzaphillything on Instagram and Facebook.👇 </p><p>Comment below: What’s your go-to Philly order — cheesesteak, hoagie, or stromboli?</p>