Best Kept Secrets of Greene County, NY

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We're letting the Catskills out of the bag! Co-hosts Thomas Boomhower and Mark Gustavson highlight the unique communities throughout Greene County, and the one-of-a-kind businesses that thrive within them. They explore the challenges and triumphs of starting a new business, and the reasons why more and more entrepreneurs are finding Greene County such a great place to work and live. As they dig into the local lore, revealing interesting stories about each community they visit, you’ll find out why people say Greene County is the Best Kept Secret in Upstate New York.

Greene County Economic Development


    • Apr 16, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 37m AVG DURATION
    • 12 EPISODES


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    Season 2 Episode 1: A Trip to the Past

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 40:56


    In the first episode of Season 2, co-hosts Thomas Boomhower and Mark Gustavson travel to the Vedder Research Library of the Greene County Historical Society on the Bronck House campus in Coxsackie, NY. They are welcomed by Greene County Historian Jonathan Palmer for a vibrant discussion of the pivotal events and conditions that have shaped our communities, economies, and sensibilities over the past 400 years!

    Season 1 Finale: Looking Back. Looking Ahead.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2025 45:27


    In the final episode of Season 1, co-hosts Thomas Boomhower and Mark Gustavson are joined by James Hannahs (Directector of Economic Development for Greene County & Executive Director of the Greene County Economic Development Corporation) and Beth Stewart (President and Executive Director of the Greene County Chamber of Commerce).Together they discuss dynamism of the Greene County Business Community, as well as key accomplishments by both organizations as they continuously work to make Greene County a wonderful place to live, work, and own a business.Have a listen, share with your friends, and don't forget to leave a thumbs up!For more information on who we are and what we do check us out on:Our Website ⁠https://www.investingreene.com/⁠Our Facebook ⁠https://www.facebook.com/GreeneCountyEDC⁠Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/greeneedc/⁠Thank you to the Greene Chamber of Commerce! Visit their website at https://greenecountychamber.com/

    Episode 10: Night School

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2024 35:50


    In Episode 10 Co-hosts Thomas Boomhower and Mark Gustavson travel to the village of Athens, NY for a conversation with Johnny Osborne, the proprietor of Night School - a new brew and pizza destination in the former home of Crossroads Brewing.  They discuss creating two unique brands of brews, and some of the best thin crust pies you've ever had. Have a listen, share with your friends, and don't forget to leave a thumbs up! For more information on who we are and what we do check us out on: Our Website ⁠investingreene.com Our Facebook ⁠facebook.com/GreeneCountyEDC⁠ Our Instagram ⁠instagram.com/greeneedc Extra Special Thank You to Johnny! Visit his website at nightschool4real.com

    Episode 9: Via Ravioli

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2024 41:57


    In Episode 9, co-hosts Thomas Boomhower and Mark Gustavson are in the Town of Coxsackie visiting with Steve Gonzalez & Kate Galassi – the proprietors of Via Ravioli.  This boutique manufacturer of fresh pasta products & sauces is rapidly becoming a destination for delicious must-haves for residents and visitors alike. Kate & Steve discuss how they came to love the communities and lifestyle of Greene County, and how they have made life-long friendships with creative entrepreneurs who share their passion and commitment to our local makers, growers, suppliers and support businesses. Have a listen, share with your friends, and don't forget to leave a thumbs up! For more information on who we are and what we do check us out on: Our Website https://www.investingreene.com/ Our Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GreeneCountyEDC Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/greeneedc/ Extra Special Thank You to Kate & Steve! Visit their website at ⁠https://www.viaravioli.com/theshop Virtual Main Street Tours: https://www.buyingreene.com/virtual

    Episode 8: Catskills Comedy Festival

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2024 28:53


    In Episode 8, co-hosts Thomas Boomhower & Mark Gustavson let the Catskills out of the bag with Robbie Chafitz, co-founder and Director of Funny for the Catskills Comedy Festival (TCCF), which debuts on the weekend of October 18th. Greene County boasts some of the best destination festivals in the North East, and TCCF will be making its festival grounds in multiple venues, eateries, and retail establishments in the business district of the Village of Catskill – staging performances and workshops in and around local businesses, and making it cool for attendees to explore and experience all the community has to offer. Catskills Comedy Festival October 18-20, 2024 Follow them on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/thecatskillscomedyfest/ or get more information on their website at https://www.tccfest.org/ Have a listen, share with your friends, and don't forget to leave a thumbs up! For more information on who we are and what we do check us out on: Our Website https://www.investingreene.com/ Our Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GreeneCountyEDC Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/greeneedc/ Virtual Main Street Tours: https://www.buyingreene.com/virtual

    Episode 7: WRIP

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2024 40:55


    In Episode 7, Co-hosts Thomas Boomhower and Mark Gustavson let the Catskills out of the bag in Windham, NY at WRIP Radio. As the station celebrates its 25th year in operation, on-air personalities Jay Fink (President & GM) and Joe Loverro (Morning Host) tell all about their experience in commercial, Community-based radio. These voices of the Mountaintop provide all of Greene County with information, entertainment, promotion of community events, and highly effective advertising for local businesses. Have a listen, share with your friends, and don't forget to leave a thumbs up! For more information on who we are and what we do check us out on: Our Website https://www.investingreene.com/ Our Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GreeneCountyEDC Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/greeneedc/ Extra Special Thank You to Jay & Joe! Visit their website at https://wripfm.com/ Virtual Main Street Tours: https://www.buyingreene.com/virtual

    Episode 6: High Rock

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2024 42:58


    In Episode 6, co-hosts Thomas Boomhower and Mark Gustavson are in the Village of Catskill for a conversation with Michael Moy and Joe Snaido – the co-owners of High Rock Home at Joe's Garage on Main Street. They discuss how Joe and Michael found their way from high-profile careers in Manhattan to gaining work-life balance and following their dreams in Greene County. From building their forever home in the hamlet of East Durham, to renovating a legacy garage into an event space, they have pivoted to become essential members of the specialty retail community in Catskill. Have a listen, share with your friends, and don't forget to leave a thumbs up! For more information on who we are and what we do check us out on: Our Website https://www.investingreene.com/ Our Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GreeneCountyEDC Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/greeneedc/ Extra Special Thank You to Michael & Joe! Visit their website at https://highrockhome.com/ Virtual Main Street Tours: https://www.buyingreene.com/virtual

    Episode 5: Last Chance

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2024 26:04


    In Episode 5, co-hosts Thomas Boomhower and Mark Gustavson let the Catskills out of the bag at Last Chance Antiques & Cheese Café in the village of Tannersville, NY. Second-generation owner Dave Kashman discusses returning to the community where he was born to live and work on the mountain top. Set in what has come to be known as the ‘painted village in the sky', Last Chance is a destination for great food, libations, provisions, and arguably one of the largest beer menus in the Great Northern Catskill Mountains. Have a listen, share with your friends, and don't forget to leave a thumbs up! For more information on who we are and what we do check us out on: Our Website https://greenecountyedc.com/ Our Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GreeneCountyEDC Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/greeneedc/ Extra Special Thank You to Dave! Visit his website at https://www.lastchanceonline.com/ Virtual Main Street Tours: https://www.buyingreene.com/virtual

    Episode 4: Julia's Local

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2024 47:19


    In Episode 4, co-hosts Thomas Boomhower and Mark Gustavson let the Catskills out of the bag at Julia's Local in the charming hamlet of Round Top  NY. Owner Julia Joern tells all about visiting the Catskills as a child, and ultimately building her forever home and dream business in Greene County. Opening her business just as COVID hit the country, Julia and her partner Henning's journey has built a culture of community, collaboration and cuisine at their ‘much-more-than-just-a-restaurant' on the aptly named Hearts Content Road. Have a listen, share with your friends, and don't forget to leave a thumbs up! For more information on who we are and what we do check us out on: Our Website: https://greenecountyedc.com/ Our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreeneCountyEDC Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greeneedc/ Extra Special Thank You to Julia and you can visit her website at https://juliaslocal.com/

    Episode 3: UnQuiet

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2024 47:35


    In Episode 3, co-hosts Thomas Boomhower and Mark Gustavson let the Catskills out of the bag at UnQuiet – Antiques, Interiors, Insubordination in the Historic Reed Street Business District in Coxsackie, NY. Owner/Visionary Sarah Gray Miller has created a truly eclectic shopping destination and gathering place just across the street from the Hudson River. Sarah Gray takes us on her journey from magazine editor and Greene County weekender, to her hard pivot to retail and hospitality in a riverfront community on the rise. Have a listen, share with your friends, and don't forget to leave a review on your platform of choice. For more information on who we are and what we do check us out on: Our Website: https://greenecountyedc.com/ Our Facebook: /greenecountyedc Our Instagram: /greeneedc Extra Special Thank You to Sarah Gray from UnQuiet! : https://www.unquietupstate.com/

    Episode 2: Red Star

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2024 27:40


    In Episode 2, co-hosts Thomas Boomhower and Mark Gustavson let the Catskills out of the bag at Red Star Café & Bakery on Main Street in Cairo, NY.  Proprietors Shahen & Kim Guiragossian provide a variety of coffees, teas, and delicious baked goods in what has become a destination business for travelers and locals alike. Kim & Shahen share the story that brought them to Cairo to live, work, and raise a family in a community they love. Have a listen, share with your friends, and don't forget to leave a review on your platform of choice.   For more information on who we are and what we do check us out on: Our Website: https://greenecountyedc.com/ Our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreeneCountyEDC Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greeneedc/   Special Thank you to Kim and Shahen from Red Star Café and Bakery: https://www.redstarcafebakery.com/

    Episode 1: Inception

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2024 21:52


    Co-hosts Thomas Boomhower & Mark Gustavson discuss how the podcast series began with James Hannahs, Executive Director of the Greene County Economic Development Corporation.  They share their origin stories, connections to Greene County, and what listeners can expect in forthcoming episodes.

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