About this Podcast In this episode, Joseph is joined by our special guest Dan Pierce, he is a renowned author, columnist, and consultant. He earned degrees from WCU, the University of Alabama, and the University of Tennessee before becoming a history professor at UNC Asheville. Dan is an avid outdoorsman, passionate about NASCAR,
About this Episode: In this episode, you'll learn what it takes to become a successful author while you discover the upbringing in the Cherokee culture. Joseph is joined by our special guest, Annette Saunooke Clapsaddle, a renowned author, writer, and educator. She is the author of Even as We Breathe, one of the
About this Episode: Joseph is joined by our special guest Louisa Branscomb, a Grammy-award-winning songwriter, musician, bandleader, teacher, psychologist, author, and a pioneer trailblazer in the bluegrass music and clinical psychology fields. She has spent the past 33 years combining her talents and passions to lead songwriting events at her artist's retreat—first at Woodsong
About this Episode: If you love crafts or have an interest or family tradition in making crafts, you are going to love this episode! You'll learn about Dogwood Crafters Cooperative featuring Brenda Anders. In this episode, Joseph is joined by our special guest Brenda Anders, she is a true daughter of the Smokies
About this Episode: In this episode, you will learn about the art of blacksmithing and metalworking in the Smoky Mountains. We are joined by our special guest Matthew Shirey, an Award-winning Blacksmith and Metalworking Artist who has resided in Sylva, N.C. for over 15 years. A native of Pennsylvania, Matthew has been a full-time
About this Episode: We are joined by our special guest, Joe Sam Queen, a renowned Architect, Historian, Dancer, Dance caller, and Politician – having served in both N.C. Senate and the N.C. House of Representatives –and is on the Traditional Artists Roster of the Blue Ridge National Heritage Association. He has been director
About this Episode: In this episode, you'll discover the Great Smoky Mountain region is home to some of the most remarkable riding destinations in the world. A land of enchanting beauty and endless possibilities for adventure on two wheels. A space to explore your greatest passions surrounded by the natural beauty of majestic mountain
About this Episode: Jackson County is a wonderful area to live, work, and have fun in! Beautiful waterfalls, excellent stores, fantastic restaurants, and wonderful companies abound in that area. This episode features a special guest, Kelly Donaldson. He will be bringing you up to speed on all the big things happening in town. You'll
About This Episode: Today we're joined by Zeb Smathers, who is currently the Mayor of Canton, while also working as an Attorney with his dad. He is a graduate of Duke University and UNC Law School who resides with his wife and son in Canton, N.C. He has guided an Economic Resurgence in Canton
About this Episode: We’re joined by Ed Sharpe, Owner, and Operator of Medicine Man Crafts in Cherokee N.C.The business, founded by Tom Underwood in 1963, and later sold to Kay Sharpe—Ed’s late mother – is one of the oldest and most prestigious purveyors of authentic Cherokee crafts on the Qualla Boundary. Ed is also
