SEGMENT 1 Before introducing today’s guest, Joseph discusses heirloom seeds and plants in his family. Joseph reads a poem about memories tied to seeds. Joseph introduces William Ritter, today’s guest, and William talks a little about his background. William discusses how the mountains feel like home to him. William describes seed saving and how it
SEGMENT 1 Joseph starts off by starting with the Wheels Through Time Museum in Maggie Valley. Joseph and Mike share stories about attractions near where they live that funnily enough, they haven’t visited. Joseph describes the museum and an upcoming event being held there. This is one of several museums displaying automobiles in the Smokies.
SEGMENT 1 Today’s focus will be hiking in the Smokies. Joseph discusses spring in the Smokies, which consists of great weather and fun activities. Wildflowers are the most iconic part of the Smokies in the spring, with the park containing a wider variety than any other national park. Surprisingly, car shows are a
About this Episode: Joseph interviews our special guest,Olwen Claiborne, the marketing Director of smoky mountain outdoors rafting one of the premier rafting providers in the smoky mountains, is going to talk about whitewater rafting This conversation will cover the process of creating and implementing a business model that emphasizes community development, as well as
SEGMENT 1 Today’s episode will discuss hounds, more specifically, Plott Hounds and will feature guest Bob Plott. Joseph tells stories of hounds from his childhood. Reminiscing on these stories and his family, Joseph recites a poem that reminds him of his father. Bob introduces himself and the history of his family within the
SEGMENT 1 Joseph introduces the segments of today’s episode, which will discuss the entrances to the smokies. Joseph found out today that his wife and son got through covid without telling anybody, going into detail about the origin of his son’s stoicism. He recites a poem he found that talks about the laid back
SEGMENT 1 Ancient natural beauty and mountain history. Joseph’s family has had deep roots in the Smokies for almost 200 years. Today Joseph Mcelroy will be discussing the road life in the smokies. The mountains are a popular attraction for sightseeing and exploration with many wonderful roadside restaurants. Yesterday was Robert Burns's birthday so later
SEGMENT 1 Joseph Mcelroy first introduces the Bulsam Mountain Range and it’s wonders. Tim Surrett has a strong connection to the area, his band is even named after the area. He is a member of the award winning Balsam Range. Growing up in that area, nature was the greatest recreation they had. He has
SEGMENT 1 Joseph McElroy’s guest today is Dave Angel, his cousin through marriage and the owner of Elevated Mountain Distillery. The Scottish Gaelic call it “Uisce Beatha,” which translates to “Water of Life.” When the Scottish arrived at the Smokies they didn’t just bring their musical influence, they also contributed the practices of distilleries.
SEGMENT 1 Joseph Franklyn McElroy’s family has been in the Smokies for over two hundred years. Joseph is interviewing Mike Ogletree, best known for his work in new wave bands such as Fiction Factory and Simple Minds. He currently lives in the Smoky Mountains exploring the Scottish roots of Appalachian music. Joseph recommends that
