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The Swannanoa Greenway: More Than a Trail | Bradley Spiegel & Carol Groben
Jun 10, 2026
40m 31s
Hatley Pointe: Rebuilding A North Carolina Ski Mountain Into A Year-Round Destination
May 20, 2026
57m 51s
Destination McDowell: Connecting Trails, Towns, and the Blue Ridge Experience
May 6, 2026
48m 50s
Born in Pisgah: The Cane Creek Story with Dorene O’Malley & Brent Graves
Nov 20, 2025
46m 27s
South Yellow Mountain Preserve: Park Greer Reveals The Work And Wonder Behind Protecting A Rare Appalachian Preserve
Nov 7, 2025
54m 10s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/10/26 |  The Swannanoa Greenway: More Than a Trail | Bradley Spiegel & Carol Groben✨ | Swannanoa Greenwaycommunity planning+3 | Bradley SpiegelCarol Groben | EquinoxFriends and Neighbors of Swannanoa | — | Swannanoa Greenwaycommunity planning+5 | — | 40m 31s | |
| 5/20/26 |  Hatley Pointe: Rebuilding A North Carolina Ski Mountain Into A Year-Round Destination✨ | rebuildingski mountain+3 | Deb Hatley | — | North CarolinaWolf Ridge+1 | Hatley PointeWolf Ridge+5 | — | 57m 51s | |
| 5/6/26 |  Destination McDowell: Connecting Trails, Towns, and the Blue Ridge Experience✨ | tourismtrails+3 | Shannon Odom | McDowell County Tourism Development Authority | McDowell CountyWestern North Carolina+2 | McDowell Countytrails+5 | — | 48m 50s | |
| 11/20/25 |  Born in Pisgah: The Cane Creek Story with Dorene O’Malley & Brent Graves✨ | bicycle designmanufacturing+3 | Dorene O’MalleyBrent Graves | Thudbuster seatpostInvert Gravel Fork+1 | Pisgah | Cane Creekbicycle components+5 | — | 46m 27s | |
| 11/7/25 |  South Yellow Mountain Preserve: Park Greer Reveals The Work And Wonder Behind Protecting A Rare Appalachian Preserve✨ | conservationland management+3 | Park Greer | — | South Yellow Mountain PreserveAppalachian | South Yellow Mountain PreservePark Greer+3 | — | 54m 10s | |
| 10/14/25 |  Celebrating North Carolina's Great Trail State Day with Palmer McIntyre, Author of Trails & Treats✨ | North CarolinaGreat Trail State+4 | Palmer McIntyre | Trails & Treats | North Carolina | North CarolinaGreat Trail State+6 | — | 37m 12s | |
| 6/11/25 |  Five Towns, One Vision: Inside Visit Haywood’s 10-Year Destination Master Plan✨ | outdoor tourismmountain communities+3 | Corrina Ruffieux | Visit Haywood | Haywood County | tourismcommunity planning+5 | — | 44m 31s | |
| 5/21/25 |  From Rails to Trails: The Ecusta Trail’s Role in Linking Communities and Outdoor Spaces✨ | rail-to-trailcommunity connections+3 | Joan LyonsEmma Pindur | — | North CarolinaHendersonville+2 | Ecusta TrailHendersonville+6 | — | 52m 57s | |
| 4/24/25 |  Wander Far, Explore Local: A New Kind of Adventure✨ | adventureoutdoor experiences+4 | — | — | ColoradoAspen+5 | adventuregreenways+6 | — | 23m 42s | |
| 3/20/25 |  Preserving Appalachia: The Power of Documentary Storytelling with Mountainwater Films✨ | documentary storytellingAppalachia+3 | Bob Peck | Mountainwater FilmsAsheville Tea Company | AppalachiaWestern North Carolina | documentarystorytelling+5 | — | 38m 07s | |
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| 2/14/25 |  Rising Above the Storm: The Resilience and Community Spirit Behind Second Gear's Revival✨ | resiliencecommunity spirit+4 | Russ Towers | Second Gear | AshevilleWest Asheville+1 | resiliencecommunity strength+5 | — | 35m 32s | |
| 1/21/25 |  Skiing/Riding Beyond the Ordinary at Hatley Pointe✨ | skiingtravel+4 | — | — | Hatley Pointe Ski ResortWestern North Carolina | Hatley Pointeski resort+6 | — | 22m 35s | |
| 12/31/24 |  Recovering Western North Carolina: Resilience, Responsible Travel, and the Path to Restoration | Send us Fan Mail Join us for an insightful and inspiring journey into the heart of Western North Carolina as we explore the region's remarkable resilience following the devastation of Hurricane Helene. In this episode, we speak with Amanda Baker from Outdoor NC, Brian Strong, Director of North Carolina State Parks, and biologist Doug Besler from the NC Wildlife Commission, as they share their expertise on the unprecedented flooding, park closures, and ongoing recovery efforts. Discover how st... | 59m 03s | ||||||
| 12/13/24 |  From Film to Climbing: Shelby Treichler’s Journey to Eco-Entrepreneurship with Cactus to Pine | Send us Fan Mail What happens when burnout from the film industry's hectic pace becomes a catalyst for an eco-entrepreneurial journey? Join us for an insightful conversation with Shelby Treichler, the creative force behind Cactus to Pine, as she shares her transformative path from working in props in bustling cities to finding peace within the climbing community. Shelby's journey is a testament to the power of passion and adaptability, as she reveals how she turned discarded climbing ropes in... | 41m 26s | ||||||
| 11/22/24 |  Cold Spring Basecamp: A Gateway to Exploration and Relaxation with Hartwell Carson | Send us Fan Mail What if you could transform a dream into reality amidst the chaos of a global pandemic? Hartwell Carson did just that, and we're here to share his journey of turning a piece of family land into the Cold Spring Basecamp. Discover how this family-friendly destination swaps cumbersome tents for cozy cabins, positioning itself as the ultimate launchpad near popular hiking, biking, kayaking & fishing spots. Join us as we explore the unique features and craftsmanship of this r... | 23m 42s | ||||||
| 9/11/24 |  Beyond the Ride: MTB Skills Factory's Josh Whitmore on Coaching, Bike Parks, and Rider Development | Send us Fan Mail In this episode we’re going to take a deep dive into the world of mountain biking with Josh Whitmore, owner and head coach of Mountain Bike Skills Factory. Hear Josh's inspiring journey from his roots in Brevard, NC, to becoming a leading mountain bike instructor with over 25 years of coaching experience and a professional racing career. Josh explores the evolution of trails, the rise of bike parks like Kanuga, Chestnut Mountain, and Old Fort...and why certified instruc... | 52m 06s | ||||||
| 8/15/24 |  20 Years of Adventure: How Tom Dempsey and SylvanSport are Revolutionizing Camping | Send us Fan Mail For two decades, SylvanSport has been at the forefront of transforming outdoor adventures, redefining what it means to camp and explore the great outdoors. Founded by visionary Tom Dempsey, SylvanSport has combined innovation with a deep passion for nature, creating versatile and sustainable outdoor gear that has revolutionized the way we camp. As we celebrate 20 years of SylvanSport, we look back on the journey that brought this pioneering company to where it is today, and h... | 56m 46s | ||||||
| 7/17/24 |  Revitalizing the French Broad River: Green Infrastructure, Stormwater Strategies, and Community Action with Renee Fortner | Send us Fan Mail Can green infrastructure save our rivers? Join us as we explore the French Broad River's transformation with Renee Fortner, Watershed Resources Manager at RiverLink. Discover RiverLink’s efforts in turning neglected riverfronts into community spaces and using innovative stormwater management strategies. Learn about projects like the Woodfin Greenway, Taylor's Wave, and Gateway Park in Asheville's River Arts District. Despite threats from industrial pollution and stormwater ru... | 58m 07s | ||||||
| 6/21/24 |  Behind the Mic: Mike Andress' Podcasting Journey and Storytelling Adventure | Send us Fan Mail My daughter takes on the role of interviewer, delving into the adventures that shaped my love for nature. From family trips across Europe in a converted Volkswagen van to the influence of my parents' adventurous spirits, we reflect on how these experiences molded my journey. Karsyn shares her own story of growing up in Western North Carolina, illustrating how our region's unique charm has fueled her own sense of adventure. Together, we celebrate the profound impact of explora... | 46m 07s | ||||||
| 6/7/24 |  Waypoint Adventure: Transforming Lives through Accessible Adventures, with Adam Combs | Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how adventure can transform lives? Join us as we chat with Adam Combs, the passionate co-founder of Waypoint Adventure. Adam shares the remarkable journey of Waypoint in making outdoor experiences like rock climbing, hiking, and kayaking accessible to individuals with disabilities. Discover how cutting-edge adaptive equipment and specialized programs are breaking barriers and helping participants discover their strengths while building confidence. Adam pr... | 53m 34s | ||||||
| 5/24/24 |  Unstoppable Strides: Finding Empowerment Through Trail Running, with Tera Pruett | Send us Fan Mail When Tera Pruett took her first strides on a winding trail, little did she know that each step was a journey away from the shadows of depression and toward a life of empowerment and community. On our latest episode, this trailblazing founder of Unstoppable recounts the transformative power of trail running, not just for her but for countless women seeking rejuvenation and connection in the great outdoors. Through her compelling narrative, Tera illuminates the symbiotic relati... | 44m 11s | ||||||
| 4/26/24 |  Venturing Through the French Broad Paddle Trail with MountainTrue's Jack Henderson | Send us Fan Mail The French Broad is home to more than 40 access points and 20 riverside campsites managed by federal, state, and local governments; non-profits; businesses and volunteers. In this episode I sit down with Jack Henderson from Mountain True and we talk in depth about the French Broad Paddle Trail. From the tranquil banks of Rosman to the distant shores of Douglas Lake, Tennessee, we unveil the geographical tale of the French Broad River. But our adventure doesn't end with geog... | 51m 18s | ||||||
| 4/12/24 |  Revitalizing Canton, NC: Chestnut Mountain Park and the Future of Ecotourism, with Nick Scheuer | Send us Fan Mail From its industrial past to a future teeming with eco-tourism and innovation, Canton's story is one of resilience and transformation. In this episode, I sit down with Nick Scheuer, Canton’s Town Manager, and we delve into the captivating story of Chestnut Mountain Park, a sprawling 450-acre sanctuary helping to reshape Canton's economic and recreational landscape. We navigate the currents of Chestnut Mountain's impact on local businesses and the town's identity, illuminating... | 54m 29s | ||||||
| 3/19/24 |  Boarding for Change: Jared Lee's Skating and Snowboarding Journey from Passion to Community Impact | Send us Fan Mail Jared Lee's tale is a testament to the power of community and perseverance. From advocating for a skatepark at town hall meetings as a youngster to seeing the fruits of his labor in the form of a state-of-the-art facility, his journey underscores the significance of mentorship and communal effort. His influence extends beyond the skatepark; it's felt in the passion he instills in others, and in the way he champions environmental protection. It's a narrative that celebrates th... | 44m 09s | ||||||
| 2/29/24 |  Mountain Biking and Cultural Reawakening with Laura Blythe, Eastern Band Cherokee Indians & 7 Moons MTB | Send us Fan Mail In this episode I sit down with Laura Blythe, a citizen of the Eastern Band Cherokee Indians, as she shares her transformative experience through mountain biking. We delve into the Seven Moons Mountain Biking program, where Laura intertwines her vibrant Cherokee heritage into every pedal stroke on the Fire Mountain Trails system. Discover how this program transcends fitness, serving as a bridge between past and present, while nurturing a community that rides together and grow... | 52m 15s | ||||||
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