Podcasts about Blue Ridge Mountains

The first few minutes the audio might get choppy but it's fixed for the majority of the episode afterwards! Apologies for that.The moment Tori Norman Castillo quit her Wall Street job from an LAX terminal after attending the Grammys, she knew her path forward would be different. As co-founder of Kelzana Artist Management, she's now revolutionizing how musicians build sustainable careers through strategic storytelling.  "Branding goes so deep," Tori explains, drawing from her film background to reimagine artist development. "I think about storytelling for musicians as a movie—what's the plot of their brand? Are they the tragic hero? The rebellious protagonist?" This cinematic approach transforms how artists connect with audiences in an overcrowded marketplace.  Tori's playlist is titled "Top of the Mountain" and it's a journey through life's seasons from the youthful energy of Baby Keem's "16" through reflective winter tracks like Jorja Smith's "I Am." Each selection reveals how music marks transformative moments and shapes our understanding of ourselves. Having grown up in the Blue Ridge Mountains before traveling the world, Tori now returns to Georgia with a renewed appreciation for her roots and the musical influences that defined her.  Kelzana's business model reflects this thoughtful approach, offering everything from foundational brand development to full management services. By meeting artists where they are and building authentic narratives, Tori helps musicians create sustainable careers beyond algorithmic trends.  Whether you're an emerging artist seeking direction or simply fascinated by the intersection of music, storytelling, and personal growth, this conversation offers fresh perspective on finding your authentic voice in a noisy world. Connect with Tori and explore Kelzana's artist-centered approach at https://www.kelzanamgmt.com/.https://open.spotify.com/playlist/40L2daCIrUTYMvhQAzKTB2?si=3vbR3XejS2OoHnlE-qTwbw1. 16 - Baby Keem2. Songbird - Eva Cassidy3. Blue Ridge Mountains - Fleet Foxes4. Speyside - Bon Iver5. River - Leon Bridges6. El Condor Pasa (If I Could) - Simon & Garfunkel7. Gild the Lily - Billy Strings8. These Days - The Jesse Williams Band9. Rather Be Alone - Leon Thomas featuring Halle10. Harvest Moon (Spotify Studios Version) - Lord Huron11. 17 - Youth Lagoon12. I Am - Jorja Smith Support the showVisit us at https://www.superawesomemix.com to learn more about our app, our merchandise, our cards, and more!

Send us a textThis week on Here's What We Know, we're ending the year with a bang in this episode of Once Around the Country as we welcome singer-songwriter Will Jones! Join us for a relaxed, honest conversation that wanders through bluegrass roots, songwriting, fatherhood, and the beauty of keeping things simple.Will shares stories from growing up in Cana, Virginia, playing in a family bluegrass band tucked into the Appalachian Mountains, learning music before most kids learn multiplication tables, and waking his dad up singing gospel songs at six years old. Those early porch-front, small-town moments still shape how he writes and performs today.We also explore the grind of the road, lessons learned from nearly empty rooms, moments with artists like Josh Turner, Laney Wilson, Ashley McBryde, Jon Pardi, and Zach Brown, and how faith, family, and years of persistence have shaped his perspective.This episode is funny, reflective, and deeply human. It is about staying rooted, showing up honestly, and finding joy in the journey, even when it is messy.In This Episode:Bluegrass roots and Appalachian beginningsLearning music before learning mathWriting songs from real conversationsFatherhood, family, and finding balanceFixing old trucks between showsPlaying live with no tracks, no safety netLessons from empty rooms and long roadsWhy honesty still wins in country musicThis episode is sponsored by:Mike Counsil Plumbing & Rooter (Use code “Gary” to get $89 off any service!)License #: 679261Bio:Will Jones is a country artist raised in the Blue Ridge Mountains and based in Nashville. A seasoned performer and songwriter, he blends mountain grit, soul, and timeless storytelling into a sound all his own.His sound is a love letter to the past and a firm handshake to the future—carving his own lane in country music.Website: https://willjonescountry.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willjonesofficial/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WillJonesCountry/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@willjonesofficialYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD_ZJSvhqWmy967s-_iaSgConnect with Gary: Gary's Website Follow Gary on Instagram Gary's Tiktok Gary's Facebook Watch the episodes on YouTube Advertise on the Podcast Thank you for listening. Let us know what you think about this episode. Leave us a review!

What did you think of this episode?Writing is a business. Knowing which laws impact you is a must for every career-minded writer. Today's guest offers tips to help you stay on the right side of the law when you write. Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference, held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I'm your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I share tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I'm so glad you're listening in. In this episode, you'll learn "What Every Writer Should Know About Law."My industry expert, Ilena Alvarez, is a Florida-based attorney specializing in estate and business planning, probate, and guardianship law. She holds both a Juris Doctorate and a Master of Laws in Taxation from Cooley Law School (now Western Michigan University). With a passion for legal education, Ilena has spent over a decade teaching as an adjunct professor at Broward College, where she teaches courses in legal writing, business law, and litigation. In addition to her legal work and teaching, she is currently co-authoring a nonfiction book with Patricia Hartman, CPA, and is also working on a contemporary fiction novel. Alright, let's head into our content for today… "What Every Writer Should Know About Law"(1) The importance of separating the writer from the business.(2) Other Legal Minefields (such as legacy planning or copyright law).LINKShttps://word-weavers.com/ilena-alvrez Visit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeYour host - Linda Goldfarb#1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 2024". Awarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

The gifts we get from spending time with the bees, learning about the bees and learning from other beekeepers are so amazing. This episode is a reflection on just some of the beauties and realizations that come with beekeeping in good years and even in not so good beekeeping years. I'd love to hear what gifts you got from your bees this year. It's the last episode of 2025 and already I look forward to meeting you back here in 2026! I'm sending a shout out and a big appreciative hug to each and ever Patron for making this podcast a reality and for each and every listener who is the reason it exists. I thank you all. kind regards, Leigh If you are not yet a supporting patron, you are warmly invited to join the folks who make the podcasts possible, who keep the archives available and who keep it all advertising-free. https://www.patreon.com/c/fiveapple/membership About Beekeeping at FiveApple: Leigh keeps bees in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina (gardening zone 6b). She cares for around a dozen hives in a rural Appalachian highland climate. Colonies are managed for bee health with active selection for vigor, genetic diversity and disease resistance, but without chemical treatments for fifteen years. The apiary is self-sustaining (not needing to buy/catch replacement bees since 2010) and produces honey and nucs most every year. 

Leaning in to Better Lives with Alia & Hayden (Season 5 | Episode 218) [TESSA] In this compelling episode of The Open Nesters Podcast, we delve deep into personal transformation, intergenerational healing, and the evolving dynamics of relationships in adulthood with guests Alia Stewart-Silver and Hayden. Both are navigating their unique journeys while pursuing a vision centered around eco-cultural regeneration and personal development. The discussion emphasizes the concept of “open nesting,” a mindset that cherishes the numerous possibilities that come with this dynamic life stage, rather than viewing it through the lens of emptiness. Alia shares her experiences, calling in from Lake Atitlan, Guatemala, where she is building her practice as a licensed psychotherapist. She reflects on her upbringing in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, describing a nurturing environment fostered by her parents, who consciously shielded her family from societal norms and media influence. This intentional upbringing allowed her to cultivate a deep sense of connection and love within her family, shaping her understanding of life, relationships, and ultimately, her vocation as a healer. Alia also candidly discusses the emotional turmoil that arose during her parents’ separation, illustrating how such endings can also give rise to profound insights and intergenerational healing. EPISODE TIME CODE 2:00 Meeting Alia and Hayden 12:51 Confronting Identity and Performance 18:28 Navigating Parental Relationships 25:04 The Impact of Generational Differences 36:51 Commitment to Individual Paths 39:08 Future Plans and Collaborative Projects Hayden is an experienced circle-holder and ceremonial guide. He is trained as a nature-based soul guide and permaculturalist. He is self-taught in ontological design processes, philosophy, primal movement, and evolutionary astrology. Hayden integrates these versatile modalities into his work as an evolutionary catalyst, striving to help root visionary ideas into tangible forms in service to the wellbeing of life and consciousness now and into the future.  Alia tends the fertile intersection of individual healing, cultural development, and ecological stewardship. She weaves together the diverse threads of her background as a licensed therapist, restorative justice and anti-oppression cultural facilitator, permaculturalist, rites-of-passage guide, and poet. Alia has applied this breadth of experience to founding a thriving holistic therapy practice.  Learn more about Alia’s work at Join the Seeds. And at Soul Rooted Healing Arts. Hayden shares his contrasting background in a more traditional American suburban setting. He recounts his upbringing in a conservative Christian home and the challenges he faced following his parents’ divorce at a young age. Through honesty and vulnerability, he discusses the pressures of adhering to societal expectations, particularly in sports, and the mental health struggles that emerged as he sought to carve his own identity amid these narratives. Both he and Alia discuss the importance of recognizing and feeling all emotions, including grief and anger, as essential components of personal growth. As the conversation unfolds, Alia and Hayden reveal how their paths converged during a ceremonial Vision Quest, a transformative experience that deepened their connection while allowing them to explore their personal journeys and collective vision for the future. Their partnership is rooted in mutual respect for each other’s individuality and a commitment to shared growth, focusing heavily on agreed-upon principles that prioritize personal sovereignty over enmeshment. Listeners gain insights into how they can foster healthier relationships with their own families and navigate the complexities of adulthood. Alia and Hayden emphasize the value of communication, mutual support, and recognizing the unique challenges faced by different generations. They encourage open dialogues around emotions and the importance of creating supportive spaces for one another to thrive. In the latter part of the episode, the couple shares their aspirations for the future, rooted in the establishment of educational centers focused on eco-cultural regeneration, where individuals can learn to live in harmony with the earth and each other. They provide listeners with resources and platforms to explore these concepts further, inviting the audience to become part of a transformative journey towards personal and collective healing. About Tessa Tessa Krone is the engine behind and the face of The Open Nesters. Tessa holds an MA in Consciousness Studies and is a speaker, coach, program, and journey facilitator & leader, author, and, of course, Podcaster. Her offerings are based on her mission to help people open to their most self-expressed, loving selves. Tessa's specialties include embodiment from all the senses and elements of our inner and outer lives, ranging from mindfulness, dance, play, and sensory exploration in nature. If she had one superpower, it would be to help people, especially as they age, to live more open-hearted lives. Please email Tessa to make a connection. And visit her page here on the Open Nesters Website. If you like, please answer the question: What do you need to OPEN your NEST? In your LIFE. In your BODY. In your SPIRIT. Do you need MORE… Adventure  Freedom of Expression  Exploration and Fun  Body Movement  New circles of friends  Deep love relationships

What did you think of this episode?No one is perfect, and praise the Lord, we're not expected to be! I hope you enjoy this fun and giggle-filled episode of bloopers.Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I'm your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I'm so glad you're listening in. During this episode, you experience the raw side of episodes.Merry Christmas!Visit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeYour host - Linda Goldfarb#1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 2024". Awarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

What did you think of this episode?Connecting with our readers is crucial for expanding our Kingdom outreach. Katy shares how we can engage through newsletters and use Canva to create enjoyable content.Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I'm your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I'm so glad you're listening in. During this episode, you'll learn how to connect with your audience through newsletters.My guest is Katy Kauffman, an award-winning author, an editor of Refresh Bible Study Magazine, and a co-founder of Lighthouse Bible Studies. She has the privilege of working with writers and the Lighthouse team to create Bible study compilations and magazine issues. She has a monthly newsletter for writers called The Lighthouse Connection and contributes to three writing blogs. Alright, let's head into our content for today… great ways to connect with your readers.1.    One of the best ways is through a newsletter2.    What goodies can we stuff into our newsletters that an audience will enjoy? 3.    How to use Canva as a resource for creating digital graphics that can go in our newsletters. LINKS12 Ideas for Digital Freebies PDF downloadConnect with Katy Kauffman - at her blog, Winning the Victory, and on Facebook and Twitter.http://lighthousebiblestudies.com/ https://lighthousebiblestudies.com/katy-kauffman/Visit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeYour host - Linda Goldfarb#1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 2024". Awarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

What makes a perfect winter home for 60,000 bees? This episode explores Dr. James Tew's look at the architecture of the winter bee nest. You'll discover what scout bees look for when house hunting, what propolis really does, and why the entire colony functions as a single super-organism. A Radio-reader edition of The Honey Bee's Winter Nest" by Dr. James E. Tew, Bee Culture magazine, October 2023. Read with permission of Bee Culture Magazine. Get a subscription to have access to years of archives as well as a new magazine monthly. Subscribe at: https://beeculture.com/ kind regards, Leigh -- You are warmly invited to become a Friend of Five Apple on Patreon to join the folks who make the podcasts possible, who keep the archives available and who keep it all advertising-free. https://www.patreon.com/fiveapple In addition to huge gratitude, you get: Detailed show notes with links, tips, comments Access to Patreon blog posts including tips and videos Occasional bonus podcasts and early access episodes Commenting on posts (and DMs) allows me to answer questions Input on the podcast topics Shout-outs on the show because I appreciate you!  If you can support the show with $3 a month or more, please sign up today: https://www.patreon.com/fiveapple About Beekeeping at FiveApple: Leigh keeps bees in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina (gardening zone 6b). She cares for around a dozen hives in a rural Appalachian highland climate. Colonies are managed for bee health with active selection for vigor, genetic diversity and disease resistance, but without chemical treatments for fifteen years. The apiary is self-sustaining (not needing to buy/catch replacement bees since 2010) and produces honey and nucs most every year. 

Located about 2.5-3 hours southwest of Washington DC, in the southeast of the United States, the Monticello AVA is making world class wines that you need to know about! Photo: Afton Mountain Vineyards. Credit: WFNP   Although California is the state for which American wine is known, the first place to tirelessly attempt to make premium wine was, in fact, Virginia. In the land Thomas Jefferson, the greatest wine advocate in American history, called home, the third president never realized his dream of making great wine. But in 1976 a couple of prominent Italians made a go of it and since then, the wine of the Monticello AVA, located In the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains of central Virginia, has gone from strength to strength.   In this show I discuss the history of how the Monticello AVA of Virginia finally was able to make good wine on a difficult terroir. I talk about the particulars of the climate and (very diverse) soils, the grapes that grow here (yes, it's mostly Vitis vinifera), the challenges of the business of wine in the Monticello AVA, and then I give my list of top wineries and go into some detail about what makes them great.   Monticello is an evolving story, but it only has upside. If you haven't had the wines from here or visited and you get an opportunity to do one or both, I really recommend it! It's beautiful and the wines are world class (if you stick to my recommendations, there are still people learning here…

What did you think of this episode?Are you utilizing Vision to Complete Your God-given Publishing Assignments? Today's guest shares that our vision is a superpower for finishing the assignments God has given us. Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I'm your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I'm so glad you're listening in. During this episode, you'll learn how to Tap Into the Power of Vision to Complete Your God-given Publishing Assignments.My industry expert is… Tarsha Campbell. As a “Purveyor of Empowerment,” Tarsha serves as an inspirational speaker, entrepreneur, certified empowerment coach, business consultant, and mentor. Coach Tarsha, as she is affectionately called, is passionate about helping others discover and fulfill their life purpose and launch their dreams. Her signature presentations on vision have revolutionized lives, ignited creativity, and fueled divine manifestation for those who hear them.Tarsha says, "A Writer's Vision is a Superpower."·      What is vision, and why is it one of your superpowers?·      How to tap into the incredible power of vision, utilizing vision boards and vision board journals to complete your God-given publishing assignments strategically.LINKSTarsha CampbellTarsha's Vision Board JournalVisit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeYour host - Linda Goldfarb#1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 2024". Awarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

This week's Monday Market Data Report heads to Asheville, North Carolina—a market packed with charm, hype, and more than a few misconceptions. Is it oversaturated, or still full of opportunity? Mark breaks down the real numbers by bedroom count to find out where the smart money wins.What you'll learn: • How 3-bedrooms stack up—why the top 10% outperform the average by nearly $30K a year • The massive jump from 3 to 4 bedrooms, and what it takes to earn six figures in Asheville • Why 5-bedrooms only pay off if you're a top performer • The surprising “sweet spot” for investors—6+ bedrooms nearly double revenue over smaller homes • How ADR, occupancy, and design decisions shift the math in one of the Southeast's hottest STR marketsIf you're eyeing the Blue Ridge Mountains, this data drop will show you where to buy, what to build, and how to stand out.

I had the pleasure of talking with psychotherapist, Family Constellation facilitator, and quantum astrologer Tammy Roth on The Natural Wisdom Podcast today, just hours ahead of the Gemini Full Moon. I got to know Tammy and her work through a quantum astrology course she and Emily Trinkaus offered earlier this fall, and gained a whole new way to access and understand the planetary energies.In our conversation, Tammy shared her wisdom and experience accessing the “knowing field” to help people, covering topics such as these:* What does “quantum” mean and what is quantum astrology?* How a 12-step recovery program gave her insight into true healing;* Saturn and Pluto are never being mean;* The energies of the cosmos are waiting to be invited in through your attention;* The more you trust your intuitive knowing, the more it comes through;* As these new inner technologies come more online, we need places and communities where we can practice.Tammy referenced Barbara Hand Clow's book “Alchemy of Nine Dimensions” as a useful reference for understanding 3D, 4D, 5D and beyond.Find more of Tammy's work on her website www.tammyroth.comLearn more about Tammy and Emily Trinkaus' Saturn Return Quantum Immersion here: https://www.tammyroth.com/copy-of-qa-for-astrologersLearn more about the Lunar Grid course to connect with the Lunar Goddesses with Tammy and Kim Sales here: https://www.tammyroth.com/about-3-2Find out about Kristine's Renew Your Life Solstice Retreat here: https://kristinebackes.com/integrate-and-renew-at-the-solstice/Tammy Roth, PhD is a holistic psychotherapist whose current quantum astrology coaching emerged at the crossroads of Family Constellation healing and the celestial intelligence of astrology. What began as a simple curiosity became a living pathway: a practice where ancestral patterns, cosmic codes, and embodied presence weave together to activate transformation.A native of Nashville, Tennessee, Tammy now makes her home in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Georgia, where the land itself informs her work and continues to call her into ever-evolving layers of remembrance.Become a paid subscriber to join Kristine's quarterly astro-wisdom salons, get access to the full archive of posts and recorded workshops, and receive discounts on readings. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kristinebackes.substack.com/subscribe

Charles D. Thompson Jr. is a prolific author and director. His most recent documentary is “Rock Castle Home,” which is about this unique community in the Blue Ridge Mountains and how it evolved and later vanished. It's being screened as part of a series of programs at the Library of Virginia that highlight stories of displacement in Virginia communities, “House to Highway: Reclaiming a Community History.” Charles will be in attendance on Fri, Dec 12 at 2pm. We'll discuss: – His Virginia connection – Why his personal background inspired his books & documentaries – Becoming interested in “the little man” – Going from books to movies – How this film come about – What the title means – Challenges of shooting LINKS Library of Virginia event Charlie's website Link to the video on PBS

Deep in North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains, there's a quiet little valley where three creeks meet and cross like a natural X. Long before settlers built homes there, the Cherokee knew the place well—and they didn't trust it after dark. They warned their people to stay away, calling it a place where something shadowy moved through the night.Later, missionaries arrived, saw the crossing waters as a holy sign, and named the area Valle Crucis: the Valley of the Cross. They built St. John's Episcopal Church beside that old meeting of waters, never realizing what the land had already been known for.In this special episode of Backwoods Bigfoot Stories, we step outside Sasquatch territory for something darker, older, and harder to shake. What you're about to hear isn't a Bigfoot encounter.It's a story that's been whispered around western North Carolina for generations—one that comes with a body count and a warning baked into the ground itself. The legend of the Demon Dog of Valle Crucis goes back at least to the mid-1800s, when a Methodist circuit rider claimed he saw a massive black hound standing among the cemetery stones. He wrote about its size, its unnatural stillness, and those eyes—glowing red like coals. Since then, the sightings have never really stopped. They just surface every so often, always describing the same impossible thing: a dog too big to be real, fur black enough to swallow moonlight, and a stare that feels human in the worst way. But it's not the sightings that made this creature infamous. It's what followed them. Hunting dogs found torn apart with wounds that didn't match any known predator. Livestock killed in ways locals couldn't explain. And nearly every time, the trail led back to the old cemetery—back to the crossing waters—back to the place people were told not to go.At the center of this episode is a listener account from Dale, now in his late fifties, who has carried what happened to him for more than forty years.In the fall of 1975, Dale and his best friend Curtis were fourteen—two mountain kids determined to prove they were grown enough to coon hunt on their own. They headed into the woods with three dogs, including Dale's prized Bluetick, Jessie. They didn't realize they were drifting toward Valle Crucis. They didn't know what the old stories were really warning about.What happened that night near the cemetery changed Dale for good. He describes something huge stepping out of the darkness. Sounds no normal dog could make. A chase that didn't feel like a chase—more like something playing with them. And a split-second sacrifice he still hasn't forgiven himself for. Dale doesn't try to sell you a theory. He doesn't dress it up. He just tells you what he saw, what he heard, and what he lost. And the grief in his voice makes it clear: this isn't a campfire tale.This is a scar. We're honored that Dale trusted us with it. Some stories don't fade with time—they just get heavier. And this one comes with a warning that's echoed through generations: there are places in these mountains you don't push your luck in. Not because you're superstitious. Because sometimes the old folks were right.So settle in, keep your senses sharp, and walk with us into the Valley of the Cross—where the creek waters meet, the graveyard waits, and something out there still doesn't want company after dark.

What did you think of this episode?Do you watch classic movies to improve your writing? Donna Mumma shares how doing just that can produce great fiction.Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I'm your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I'm so glad you're listening in. During this episode, you'll learn to pick out writing techniques from watching classic movies to improve your writing.My industry expert Donna Mumma perfected storytelling in her first-grade classroom, spinning tales exciting enough to settle a roomful of antsy six-year-olds. She loves to blend history, mystery, and faith in her novels, which include Fresh Scars, The Women of Wynton's, and First Comes Marriage . . . Then Comes Murder. A native Floridian, she now lives on the Sunshine State's west coast, sharing life with her family and her energetic collie, Duke.Alright, let's head into our content for today… Writing Techniques We Can Learn from Classic Movies How to watch a classic movie and pick out great writing techniques that will transfer well to writing great fiction. All About Eve notes - Donna MummaDonna MummaDonna on FacebookDonna on InstagramVisit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeYour host - Linda Goldfarb#1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 2024". Awarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

Ep145 Organic? Treatment-Free? Chemical-Free? Natural Beekeeping Terms Explained in this ABJ article Ever get confused by all the "natural beekeeping" terms floating around? In this episode I'm discussing an article (Oct 2023 ABJ) that breaks down three approaches that sound similar but are actually pretty different: organic beekeeping, treatment-free beekeeping, and chemical-free beekeeping. They're NOT interchangeable, and understanding the differences might change how you think about managing your hives. Whether you're curious about going more natural with your bees or you just want to know what other beekeepers are talking about when they describe their approach. Handy for new beekeepers trying to figure out their philosophy and seasoned beeks who want to geek out on the fine print of management styles. Article used with permission of American Bee Journal. Want to say thanks to ABJ for allowing these episodes from their archives? Grab a subscription and get access to years and years of bee magazines! One year digital only, with archive access: 21.00. One year print (with access to the archives) Links I mentioned I'd share with everyone—It's Thanksgiving after all! If for any reason these links don't work in your podcast app, you can view them in your web browser here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/144457183 Free At Home Beekeeping Series from Alabama Extension Direct link to Julia Mahood's presentation on recordkeeping (available only til Dec 2 it says) on the Alabama Extension Facebook page. SBGMI Virtual Winter Conference 2026 Certified Naturally Grown apiary standards in handbook form : Whether or not you get certified, this is a top notch collection of 'best practices' imo. Ran across this just today! "Get 40% off a year long subscription to BEE CULTURE MAGAZINE" (limited time offer; this is their fine print below) Valid on online orders only through https://simplecirc.com/subscribe/bee-culture Once on this page, click the 1-Year Print Only Option. Then click the 'Apply Promo Code' (BLUE line of text on the right hand side of screen.) Next, enter code SOC40 and click 'Apply code'. Valid 6PM EST November 26 through 11:59PM December 1, 2025. For U.S. subscriptions only. New subscriptions will begin with the February 2026 issue. If you want to get links like those every time I release an episode, join as a patron! You are warmly invited to become a Friend of Five Apple on Patreon to join the folks who make the podcasts possible, who keep the archives available and who keep it all advertising-free. https://www.patreon.com/fiveapple In addition to huge gratitude, you get: Detailed show notes with links, tips, comments Access to Patreon blog posts including tips and videos Occasional bonus podcasts and early access episodes Commenting on posts (and DMs) allows me to answer questions Input on the podcast topics Shout-outs on the show because I appreciate you!  If you can support the show with $3 a month or more, please sign up today: https://www.patreon.com/fiveapple About Beekeeping at FiveApple: Leigh keeps bees in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina (gardening zone 6b). She cares for around a dozen hives in a rural Appalachian highland climate. Colonies are managed for bee health with active selection for vigor, genetic diversity and disease resistance, but without chemical treatments for fifteen years. The apiary is self-sustaining (not needing to buy/catch replacement bees since 2010) and produces honey and nucs most every year. 

What did you think of this episode?Have you ever thought, This story would make a great movie? Today's guest provides some Hollywood insight to help you in your journey as a writer.Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I'm your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I'm so glad you're listening in. During this episode, you'll learn how to write From the Page to Stage (or Screen): the Art of Adaptation.My industry expert is… Mike Parker. As the publisher of WordCrafts Press, Mike Parker is also an award-winning writer, actor, director, playwright, and screenwriter. He holds a BA degree in Bible and Philosophy, served with the renowned US Army Special Forces (Green Berets), and had a career as a stockbroker before taking the entrepreneurial leap into the unpredictable world of the entertainment industry.While publishing is a full-time job, in his spare time (ha!) Mike has produced and hosted two nationally syndicated Christian music video TV shows, written more than 100 episodes of three other Christian music video shows, produced and directed one feature film, and appeared in more than a dozen feature films, as well as numerous music videos and regional and national television commercials.Alright, let's head into our content for today… From the Page to Stage (or Screen): the Art of Adaptation.1) Why doesn't Hollywood want your story?2) You don't need Hollywood to get your story onto the screen or stage. Find Mike here - https://www.facebook.com/Scavengers Visit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeYour host - Linda Goldfarb#1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 2024". Awarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

Indigo Boone host Anna talks with Red and Eli from High Country Mutual Aid out of Boone, NC. High Country Mutual Aid is a grassroots community movement, based in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina, funded entirely by public donor support. We are an ever evolving group, comprised of folks of diverse identities and backgrounds, working to educate about the numerous ways our current systems are failing us, and utilizing collective coordination to create systems of care to meet the needs of our communities and strengthen all our relations. Connect with them at highcountrymutualaid.org

In this episode of The Association Insights Podcast, host Meghan Henning takes listeners to the Blue Ridge Mountains for a powerful conversation with Ed Silver, Vice President of Business Development at Explore Asheville. With more than 25 years in travel and hospitality—from Flight Centre and American Express Travel to GBTA and Lodging.com—Ed brings a unique blend of tech, business development, and destination strategy to his role.From supporting Asheville's recovery after Hurricane Helene to rethinking how DMOs show up as true partners for associations, Ed shares how Explore Asheville is aligning events, community needs, and long-term impact.

What did you think of this episode?As writers, we know that story makes a difference in our success. Jane Herlong shares tips to ensure your story is never forgotten.Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I'm your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I'm so glad you're listening in. During this episode, you'll learn about … Finding Your Story PowerMy industry expert is… Jane Jenkins Herlong is a SiriusXM humorist, Hall of Fame speaker, and award-winning author of five books, including Sweet Tea Secrets from the Deep-Fried South, featured in Cracker Barrel nationwide. From farm fields to the Miss America stage, Jane blends Southern-fried humor and wisdom to turn life's trials into laughter.From Found to Told-If you can find it, you can frame it.-What's told well is never forgottenJane's Website!-Speaker Hall of Fame-SiriusXM 97 Radio HumoristJane's YouTube ChannelVisit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeYour host - Linda Goldfarb#1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 2024". Awarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

Audra McElyea returns to talk about her new locked-room, cancel-culture thriller Not Good People, a twisty ensemble mystery set in a blizzard-stranded Blue Ridge Mountain castle. Audra shares how a decades-old British play inspired her to blend popcorn-thriller pacing with a deeper moral reckoning, how she crafted eleven interconnected characters through actor-based mannerisms, and why the story's escalating secrets force readers to examine not just the cast—but themselves. Check Out Author Social Media PackagesCheck out the Bookwild Community on PatreonCheck Out My Stories Are My Religion SubstackGet Bookwild MerchFollow @imbookwild on InstagramOther Co-hosts On Instagram:Gare Billings @gareindeedreadsSteph Lauer @books.in.badgerlandHalley Sutton @halleysutton25Brian Watson @readingwithbrianMacKenzie Green @missusa2mba

Some surprise late autumn deadouts in the yard, something I've never experienced before in summer or fall. I break down the likely reasons and what I plan to do different next year. Also, happier seasonal updates around the bee yard about the other hives going into winter. kind regards to you all! Leigh Patrons: if you are listening here on the public channel, remember to check out the detailed show notes, links and occasional videos that are a small thank you for supporting this podcast. Today's episode link is: https://www.patreon.com/posts/143437965   ---   Not a supporting patron yet? You are warmly invited to become a Friend of Five Apple on Patreon to join the folks who make the podcasts possible, who keep the archives available and who keep it all advertising-free. https://www.patreon.com/fiveapple In addition to huge gratitude, you get: • Detailed show notes with links, tips, comments • Access to Patreon blog posts including tips and videos • occasional bonus podcasts and early access episodes • Commenting on posts (and DMs) allows me to answer questions • Input on the podcast topics • Shout-outs on the show because I appreciate you!  If you can support the show with $3 a month or more, please sign up today: https://www.patreon.com/fiveapple About Beekeeping at FiveApple: Leigh keeps bees in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina (gardening zone 6b). She cares for around a dozen hives in a rural Appalachian highland climate. Colonies are managed for bee health with active selection for vigor, genetic diversity and disease resistance, but without chemical treatments for fifteen years. The apiary is self-sustaining (not needing to buy/catch replacement bees since 2010) and produces honey and nucs most every year.     

I had "sent a message out into the universe" asking for help.This unexpected path began bearing fruit and I was happy.Arlene Mandell of Linville, North Carolina, is proudly celebrating her 13th year as a portrait artist at the Carlton Gallery in Banner Elk, NC. A native New Yorker, relocating to the Blue Ridge Mountains with Captain Dan inspired a love of writing. Arlene is a member of “Sue Spirit's Writing Workshop” and the “Fab Five Writing Gals,” both in Boone, NC; and is a longtime contributor to “Gateways: A Creative Arts Journal,” and to the “Personal Story Publishing Project.” Her many memoirs can be heard on the “6-Minute Stories” podcast.

Join Randy, Caly, and travel writer Whitney O'Halek as they explore Charlottesville, Virginia, one of America's most historic and charming colonial towns. Discover the homes of early U.S. presidents, stunning Blue Ridge Mountain scenery, and the region's award-winning wine trails, along with other tips for the best things to see and do in this unique and charming destination.Subscribe to RV Destinations Magazine at https://RVDestinationsMagazine.com and use code PODCAST20 to save 20% on your subscription today!Learn more about Whitney O'Halek at https://halffullpassport.com and follow her on Instagram @HalfFullPassport.CHAPTERS00:00 About Charlottesville02:08 Skyline Drive03:22 Hiking04:14 U-Pick Farms05:47 Shopping/Downtown06:49 Wineries09:10 Presidential Homes (Montpelier/Monticello)13:41 Hot Air Balloon Ride19:13 Recommended Campgrounds

What did you think of this episode?Are faith-based publications an answer to mentoring today's youth? Beth Hanning and Linda Goldfarb share tips for fiction and non-fiction.Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I'm your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I'm so glad you're listening in. During this episode, you'll learn how to mentor youth through faith-based publications.Linda's industry expert is Beth Hanning. Beth is the founder of Paradise Rivers Publishing, a nonprofit dedicated to equipping the next generation of world changers. She's also the author of two Amazon #1 Best Sellers that blend her love for storytelling with a mission to mentor.With degrees in Electrical Engineering and Instructional Design, Beth brings creativity and innovation to her work. Beth is the mom of two artistic daughters and a certified Stephen Minister. She lives in Florida with her husband and six koi fish.1. Fiction manuscripts – how storytelling can shape, inspire, and guide young people in their relationships.2. Non-fiction manuscripts: How practical, truth-driven writing can guide youth in real-world career exploration and mentoring relationships.Connect with Beth HanningVisit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeYour host - Linda Goldfarb#1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 2024". Awarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

Born and raised in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Kayla Renee Jones is singer songwriter currently based out of Roanoke Virginia. With a diverse cover selection ranging from the Goo Goo Dolls and Pearl Jam, to Etta James and Billy Joel, her emotive and brutally honest voice captures audiences. Her main influences include Jeff Buckley, Elliott Smith, Phoebe Bridgers, Radiohead, Cocteau Twins, Fiona Apple, and Tori Amos.With the help of other local artists, Kayla has played at many local venues such as Sweet Donkey, Twin Creeks Brewery, and Brady's Distillery. When she isn't performing or writing, Kayla Renee spends her free time baking or reading.

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Our wellness is the heartbeat of our lives, the quiet rhythm that keeps us balanced, open, and whole. Yet in the rush of everyday living, we often forget to pause, to breathe, to simply be. There are sacred places in this world where we can return to ourselves, places that hold space for healing, reflection, and transformation. High in the whispering Blue Ridge Mountains of Boone, North Carolina, the Art of Living Retreat Center awaits you, a sanctuary where the air feels lighter, time slows, and your spirit begins to exhale. Here, wellness becomes a journey of rediscovery through yoga, meditation, Ayurveda, and soulful connection with nature.In this episode of Speaking of Travel, I'm joined by Kelsey Daniels, Workshop Sales & Partnership Specialist, who helps bring the retreat's transformational teachers and wellness leaders together to create life-changing experiences. Together we explore how this mountain haven inspires renewal, community, and deep inner peace.If your heart is calling for stillness, clarity, or a chance to reconnect with your true self, this conversation will remind you that transformation begins the moment you choose to listen.A beautiful, restorative listen, only on Speaking of Travel.Thanks for listening to Speaking of Travel! Visit speakingoftravel.net for travel tips, travel stories, and ways you can become a more savvy traveler.

What did you think of this episode? Are you taking advantage of sharing your faith in your writing? Today's guest explains how we can accomplish that and why it's vital for our readers.Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I'm your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I'm so glad you're listening in. During this episode, you'll learn about Sharing Your Faith Through Articles, Blogs, and Devotions.My industry expert is Alice H. Murray, a retired adoption attorney who now pursues her passion for writing. She writes a weekly blog, a faith column, and numerous articles and devotions. Including "The Secret Of Chimneys," an annotated Agatha Christie mystery, and "God Adopted Us First," a 2025 adoption devotional.  Sharing Your Faith Through Articles, Blogs, and Devotions1. Your best story/lesson to tell is what you have personally experienced.2. It is crucial to keep in mind what your forum is (blog/devo/article) and who you are writing for.Alice Murray's Info:My blog: aliceinwonderingland.wordpress.comFeet to Faith Column:https://www.patheos.com/blogs/feettofaith/ Website: authoralicehmurray.wixsite.com/websiteFacebook Writer Page: https://www.facebook.com/alicemurraywriter/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alice.h.murray/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/pstyre/ [Alice H. Murray]Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Alice-H.-Murray/e/B0B8VMJZGFX (formerly Twitter): @AliceHMurr51316Visit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeYour host - Linda Goldfarb#1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 2024". Awarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

The Kelly family are third-generation turkey farmers who have dedicated their lives to breeding the best turkeys in the UK. For 52 years, they have gone against the trend and stuck to century's old tried and tested practices to produce wild birds with an extraordinary depth of flavor.  This year they celebrate 52 years as Britain's most awarded turkey. But most importantly, 52 years of providing wild turkey the way we are all meant to enjoy. The Kelly family raise Bronze Turkeys that are wild (which is notches above free-range). Left free to run, forage and grow slowly to fully mature in woodlands across 3 seasons - spring, autumn and winter. Compare this to the average turkey which is grown for 8 weeks, often in commercial barns.  Paul Kelly and his family run turkey farms in the UK and in the US, at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountain. We discuss: The fascinating history of the turkey, from its origins in Mexico to becoming the bird of choice for royal feasts in England. How modern breeding has changed the flavor and quality of turkeys, and why KellyBronze turkeys are raised differently. The traditional practices of dry plucking and hanging, and how they create a richer, more tender bird. Why cooking technique and temperature matter just as much as the quality of the turkey itself. The case for enjoying turkey year-round, and how to find farmers who prioritize flavor, sustainability, and animal welfare. Learn more about Paul Kelly and KellyBronze wild turkeys https://www.kellybronze.co.uk   Learn more about High Vibration Living with Chef Whitney Aronoff on www.StarseedKitchen.com  Get 10% off your order of Chef Whitney's organic spices with code STARSEED on www.starseedkitchen.com  Follow Chef Whitney Aronoff on Instagram at @whitneyaronoff and @starseedkitchen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's episode is an overview and discussion of prepping hives for winter. For supporting Patrons, I've also made a checklist (and printable PDF) as well as compiled several links for more info on the issues and the methods. Not a supporting patron yet? Please join us below!   kind regards, Leigh -- https://www.patreon.com/fiveapple Not a supporting patron yet? You are warmly invited to become a Friend of Five Apple on Patreon to join the folks who make the podcasts possible, who keep the archives available and who keep it all advertising-free. In addition to huge gratitude, you get: • Detailed show notes with links, tips, comments • Access to Patreon blog posts including tips and videos • occasional bonus podcasts and early access episodes • Commenting on posts (and DMs) allows me to answer questions • Input on the podcast topics • Shout-outs on the show because I appreciate you!  If you can support the show with $3 a month or more, please sign up today: https://www.patreon.com/fiveapple About Beekeeping at Five Apple: Leigh keeps bees in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina (gardening zone 6b). She cares for around a dozen hives in a rural Appalachian highland climate. Colonies are managed for bee health with active selection for vigor, genetic diversity and disease resistance, but without chemical treatments for fifteen years. The apiary is self-sustaining (not needing to buy/catch replacement bees since 2010) and produces honey and nucs most every year. 

Just in time for Halloween, did you know the North Carolina legislature once included an accused werewolf? Join Michael and Charlie on a historical deep-dive into one of the more surprising political history stories in the state! And, as a bonus minisode, join Charlie, Michael, and Tally Johnson as they talk about Fairy Stones from the Blue Ridge Mountains! Links: Arcane Carolinas Vol. 3 (Charlie's newest entry in our series of nonfiction volumes!) Children of Solitude (Michael's latest horror novel!)   Upcoming Live Appearances: Book Ferret (Winston-Salem, NC - November 13) - Michael solo (he'll be doing a reading and signing books)   Follow us! Arcane Carolinas on Patreon Arcane Carolinas on Facebook Arcane Carolinas on Instagram Arcane Carolinas on Tumblr   Contact us! arcanecarolinas@gmail.com

Pressure on lawmakers to end the 29-day government shutdown is mounting, and Republican Sen. Ron Johnson of Wisconsin joins us to discuss where the shutdown stands and what his party expects from Democrats to reopen the government.And, Hurricane Melissa left more than 500,000 people in Jamaica without power. David Rose, reporter for The Jamaica Observer, details the latest rescue and recovery efforts.Then, as climate change reshapes the Blue Ridge Mountains, the iconic brook trout is in decline. Grist and Blue Ridge Public Radio reporter Katie Myers explains whether the native Appalachian trout can survive in a warmer world.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

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Chaiah (pronounced ‘Kaya') Sullivan has been impressing the glass world and Instagram followers with his beautiful and intricate cactus-inspired functional glass to the tune of a 94K following and growing. He came upon the cactus after a friend mistakenly referred to another plant pipe he had created as a cactus and decided to give making a realistic cactus pipe a try. “I never really expected to be the cactus guy,” Sullivan says. Growing up in Paonia, a small town on the Western Slope of Colorado, Sullivan first discovered flameworking in 2005 at age 14. Two years later, he started working as an assistant at a local hotshop, North Rim Glass LLC. He practiced as a hobbyist while finishing high school, then put all his focus into glass. In 2010, he attended Penland School of Crafts, located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. There he studied with Janis Miltenberger, a Washington-based artist who works with borosilicate glass to create large-scale narrative sculpture. Like Sullivan, much of Miltenberger's glass art is inspired by botanical elements found in nature such as leaves and flowers.  In 2013, Sullivan took a series of collaborative classes at Glasscraft in Golden, Colorado, where he had the chance to learn from artists such as Salt and Robert Mickelsen, from whom he learned the hollow sculpting technique he uses today. Says Sullivan: “The inside of my pieces have the same contour as the outside. I put all my ridges in and then along each ridge I add dots; once those are all melted in, I pluck each spike out individually. Sometimes I do get a little sick of plucking thousands of spikes over and over and over again. But once you see all your work come to fruition, it makes it all worth it. There's something about making it functional on top of it being a beautiful art piece that really pushes me.” After learning many different styles and techniques, Sullivan explored and experimented to develop his own style of work under the name Unparalleled Glass. He was awarded Dr. Dabber Glass Masters 1st Place in 2023; the Puffco Glass Open 1st Place in 2022; and Champs' Emerging Artist 1st Place in May 2017. Enjoy this conversation about the progression of Sullivan's cactus designs, the device attachments he's been developing and his recently released foot pedals and oxygen systems. He also discusses recent lighting and installation pieces as well as some fun projects in the works.   

Join us in this action-packed final episode of our Gettysburg series as we uncover the rock-solid weathering patterns that shaped one of the most famous battles in history! Standing on the historic battleground, you'll see how two supercontinent formation and breakup events have influenced the topography and geology of Gettysburg. Discover the impact of weathering and time on the eastern U.S landscape, and how these factors played a crucial role in the outcome of the Battle of Gettysburg. From the rugged Blue Ridge Mountains to the fertile soils of the Great Valley, we dive deep into the geological features that made Gettysburg a strategic focal point. Packed with geological insights and battlefield stories, this episode captures it all—rock formations, troop movements, and even a bit of friendly banter! So grab your rock hammer and join us as we dig into the legacy of Gettysburg. Geology wins again!Download the CampGeo app now at this link. On the app you can get tons of free content, exclusive images, and access to our Geology of National Parks series. You can also learn the basics of geology at the college level in our FREE CampGeo content series - get learning now!Like, Subscribe, and leave us a Rating!——————————————————Instagram: @planetgeocastTwitter: @planetgeocastFacebook: @planetgeocastSupport us: https://planetgeocast.com/support-usEmail: planetgeocast@gmail.comWebsite: https://planetgeocast.com/

Journey down to the Blue Ridge Mountains with Randy, Caly, and guest travel photographer Carrie Hanrahan as they explore the breathtaking Appalachian beauty of Brevard, North Carolina. Known as the “Land of Waterfalls,” Brevard offers stunning mountain scenery, thrilling outdoor adventure, and a quaint small-town atmosphere surrounded by Pisgah National Forest. Subscribe to RV Destinations Magazine at https://RVDestinationsMagazine.com and use code PODCAST20 to save 20% on your subscription today!Learn more about Carrie Hanrahan at https://carriehanrahanphotography.com.Hit the road and save! Book your stay at Love's RV Stop now and get 10% off with code DESTINATIONS10.0CHAPTERS00:00 Randy and Caly's Books03:04 White Squirrels04:38 Downtown Brevard06:06 Art Loeb Trail08:52 Estatoe Trail 10:54 Mountain Biking12:17 Fly Fishing16:26 Love's RV Stop17:17 Music Scene20:44 DuPont State Recreational Forest24:19 Waterfalls27:41 Recommended Campgrounds

This week, Doug Stephan welcomes Peter Durand, Chief Farm Officer of Snickers Run Garlic Farm in Bluemont, Virginia — a 63-acre gem nestled at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains.Peter shares how this small but mighty farm grows some of the most flavorful hard-neck garlic in the region using sustainable, soil-first methods and a lot of love. From their signature “Bluemont Music” variety to German Extra Hardy and Chesnok Red, each bulb is hand-planted, nurtured, and harvested with care.At Snickers Run Farm, the philosophy is simple: healthy soil makes healthy plants — and happy cows help make both. Meet their beloved rescue cows — Garbanzo, Basil Hayden, Apple, Fig Newton, Hummus, and Tofu — who provide the natural fertilizer that keeps the garlic thriving.Doug and Peter talk about:• The secret to truly flavorful, nutrient-rich garlic

Discover Big Meadows Campground and Big Meadows Lodge in Shenandoah National Park. Learn where to camp, dine, and stay for the perfect Blue Ridge Mountain getaway. On this week's episode […] The post Big Meadows Campground and Big Meadows Lodge in the Heart of Shenandoah National Park appeared first on The RV Atlas.

Some days you just need some amazement and that's what I found in learning about what researcher Karl von Frish demonstrated in the first half of the 1900s about how bees see, how they navigate (!) , and what they are telling each other (!!) with the dances they do. Equally fascinating is how he managed to design experiments to confirm and prove it all! Hope you enjoy as much as I do! Patrons: Detailed show notes with links to more information on all the topics will be available to you this weekend—a way to say thank you to the group of you who support this podcast to keep it on the air and advertisement free! Just check out this link on Sunday afternoon and I will have your links added: https://www.patreon.com/posts/141368230 kind regards, Leigh   -- https://www.patreon.com/fiveapple Not a patron yet? You are warmly invited to become a Friend of Five Apple on Patreon to join the folks who make the podcasts possible, who keep the archives available and who keep it all advertising-free. In addition to huge gratitude, you get: • Detailed show notes with links, tips, comments • Access to Patreon blog posts including tips and videos • occasional bonus podcasts and early access episodes • Commenting on posts (and DMs) allows me to answer questions • Input on the podcast topics • Shout-outs on the show because I appreciate you!    If you can support the show with $3 a month or more, please sign up today: https://www.patreon.com/fiveapple   About Beekeeping at Five Apple: Leigh keeps bees in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina (gardening zone 6b). She cares for around a dozen hives in a rural Appalachian highland climate. Colonies are managed for bee health with active selection for vigor, genetic diversity and disease resistance, but without chemical treatments for fifteen years. The apiary is self-sustaining (not needing to buy/catch replacement bees since 2010) and produces honey and nucs most every year.   

What did you think of this episode?Submitting work to agents and editors can be financially rewarding. Do you know that a submission can be rejected without even being read? Learn more in this episode.Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I'm your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I'm so glad you're listening in. During this encore episode, you'll learn guidelines to help your manuscripts avoid rejection.Rhonda is a multimedia creative who treasures her fairy tale life in Central Kentucky, insisting her home is her castle, even if her prince refuses to dig a moat. She has published works in several anthologies and periodicals, winning numerous awards for her historical romance books. LINKSRhonda Dragomir Proposal Template DownloadFree Writing Resource ClassesDetails for checking the reading grade level of your WORD document   Hint for Mac users - To check Readability, (you do not have "Options" - instead, click Word, then Preferences, then Grammar & Spelling. From there, turn on "Show readability stats" - hitting OK is not required).To view the readability level, click the Editor icon, then select Document Stats under Insights.  Tada!         Grammarly AI-Powered writing enhancement toolChristian Writers Market GuideVisit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeYour host - Linda Goldfarb#1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 2024". Awarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

What happens when eyewitnesses from four corners of the continent come forward in one episode — each describing the same impossible creature?In this special compilation, Jeremiah Byron of the Bigfoot Society Podcast sits down with ordinary people who have seen the extraordinary. It begins in Lane County, Oregon, where Terri locks eyes with a towering black figure near Fall Creek Reservoir. Rocks are thrown, whoops echo through the timber, and the silence that follows is worse than any sound.From there, we move east to Putnam County, West Virginia, where a man's dogs draw out juvenile Sasquatch that ride on their backs and mimic his voice from the woods. In Massachusetts and the Blue Ridge Mountains, a rider hears an unhuman scream that echoes through the night. And finally, in the wilderness north of Sault Ste. Marie, a traveler witnesses a blonde Sasquatch drinking from a waterfall — an image too real to forget.From Oregon's Cascades to Canada's canyons, these are the firsthand accounts that remind us: the forest is watching.

What did you think of this episode?You've invested in a website and published a book. Now, how do you get people to visit your website? Today's blogging tips are the answer. Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I'm your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I'm so glad you're listening in. During this episode, you'll learn Blogging Tips to Increase Website Traffic.My industry expert, Susan U. Neal, is the author of nine books on healthy living, and her most recent release is "How to Sell 1,000 Books a Month."  She is the CEO of the Christian Indie Publishing Association, the Christian Authors Network, and the Christian Indie Awards, and she serves as the director of the Blue Lake Christian Writers Conference.Talk to us about blogging and search engine optimization (SEO)Google Keyword Planner at https://ads.google.com/home/#!/ (free), UberSuggest at https://neilpatel.com/ubersuggest/ (3 free uses/day or paid), and Publisher Rocket (paid). Christian Indie Publishing Association blog (https://christianpublishers.net/blog/), Healthy Living Series blog (https://susanuneal.com/healthy-living-blog). Create blog guidelines and post weekly.Rewrite the blog's meta description. Create an engaging blog title. Use https://convertcase.net/ Use the Advanced Marketing Institute's headline analyzerPixabay.com Unsplash.com Canva.com Pixlr.com Check out the blogging course at CIPA.Podia.com.Interested in writing for Susan's blogs? Email Susan at Visit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeYour host - Linda Goldfarb#1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 2024". Awarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

Hello Poison Friends! We are bringing you all more spooky season episodes! This one features good ole Appalachia and its spooky history and folklore. This is a huge area involving the Blue Ridge Mountains, Smoky Mountains, Allegheny Mountains, etc. The North, Central, and South Appalachians for ease, here, as it runs through thirteen states technically. This mountain range is older than trees themselves, and now they are covered in them. The forests are old and there are a lot of stories about what lives among them. Traditions, customs, and folklore from the Native Americans, early European settlers, and those forced to come here via the African slave trade have collided and melded together to form a unique culture full of superstition and ritual. Even some of the flora is super creepy, but beautiful. The ghost pipe plant (my favorite) and the Jack O'Lantern mushroom are two excellent examples of the spooky and toxic nature in the area. There are plenty of other poisonous plants we have mentioned before as well.Most who live in the Appalachian area or nearby know about the rules for the area. Do not whistle at night. Do not venture into the forest at night. If you hear your name being called...no you don't. Lets go over these rules and the spooky reasons behind them, as well as some other fun superstitions of the Appalachian region (at least the South and Central). We have to cover some of the many cryptids mentioned throughout the area. Some claim that the reasons behind some of the rules/superstitions there involve inhuman beings, evil spirits, and perhaps the devil himself. We are covering Mothman for one, but also the not deer as well as its similarities to some Native American cryptids that lure victims to themselves via mimicry and familiarity. Before being driven out of their ancestral lands, the Cherokee tribes living in the area told many stories about the land, mentioning several beings that lived in the surrounding mountains and forests. They had their own fairies of sort, who they called Nunne'Hi or "little people," and some were good while others were more complicated. They spoke of the moon-eyed people, the Wampus Cat, and spirit with the wings and cry of a raven that tormented the sick and dying so they could eat their hearts, and a terrifying witch known for eating the livers of children. The Appalachian region is huge and full of forests, abandoned mining towns, trails marked for visitors, and more forests. It is vast and easy to get lost in, if you are unfamiliar with the area, with little to no hope of anything good finding you. As such, it is easy to blame such mythical beings and superstitions for disappearances and misfortunes. Who knows, maybe there is some truth to some of these after all. Thank you to all of our listeners and supporters! Please feel free to leave a comment or send us a DM for any questions, suggestions, or just to say, "hi."Support us on Patreon:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/thepoisonersalmanac⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Merch-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://poisonersalmanac.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on socials:The Poisoner's Almanac on IG-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/poisoners_almanac?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtube.com/@thepoisonersalmanac-m5q?si=16JV_ZKhpGaLyM73⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Also, look for the Poisoner's Almanac TikTok- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@poisonersalmanacp?_t=ZT-8wdYQyXhKbm&_r=1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Adam-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@studiesshow?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Becca-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@yobec0?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Today's episode starts with a rambling overview of how things are around here in the beeyard from hive beetles to one year mark from the WNC floods. Then a discussion of a YouTube interview with the legendary Vermont beekeeper for 50 years, Michael Palmer who says being "near row crops" is seriously hurting his beekeeping in a severe new way. Then a related article I happened to find on how neonics make varroa destructor much more destructive. I encourage you to listen to the two part video interview presented by Inside The Hive TV, a YouTube channel with some very interesting interviews.  Links to the material discussed: Part One of the YouTube featured on the Inside the Hive TV channel. Part Two is here. Part Three is just a short about Palmer talking about the book he is still trying to write. And OH I hope he does! Here's the article I quote from in Entomology Today. Keep heart dear beekeepers. Keep on keeping on. –Leigh   -- https://www.patreon.com/fiveapple Not a patron yet? You are warmly invited to become a Friend of Five Apple on Patreon to join the folks who make the podcasts possible, who keep the archives available and who keep it all advertising-free. In addition to huge gratitude, you get: • Detailed show notes with links, tips, comments • Access to Patreon blog posts including tips and videos • occasional bonus podcasts and early access episodes • Commenting on posts (and DMs) allows me to answer questions • Input on the podcast topics • Shout-outs on the show because I appreciate you!    If you can support the show with $3 a month or more, please sign up today: https://www.patreon.com/fiveapple   About Beekeeping at Five Apple: Leigh keeps bees in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina (gardening zone 6b). She cares for around a dozen hives in a rural Appalachian highland climate. Colonies are managed for bee health with active selection for vigor, genetic diversity and disease resistance, but without chemical treatments for over a decade. The apiary is self-sustaining (not needing to buy/catch replacement bees since 2010) and produces honey and nucs most every year.   

What did you think of this episode?Are you pouring yourself out for Jesus and running on empty? Today's guest offers the right fuel to keep you going!Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the stunning Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I'm your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I share tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you succeed in your craft. I'm so happy you're tuning in. In this episode, you'll discover how to make wise choices during uncertain times.Today's guest is Katie M. Reid, a dynamic Bible teacher and the author of four books (Made Like Martha, God, What Do I Do?, and two fiction rom coms, A Very Bavarian Christmas and A Very Bavarian Summer). Trained in education, Katie teaches around her kitchen table, in the classroom, and around the country. She hosted the Martha + Mary Show podcast and runs the Martha + Mary Show Sisterhood group on Facebook. Following Jesus, marrying her husband, and being a mom to five… are the best decisions she's made. Cut-to-the-chase conversations, sunsets, and musicals are a few of her favorite things. Subscribe to Katie's "Good News-Letter" at katiemreid.com.Alright, sis – help us out here, how can we… Make wise decisions in uncertain times1 - What are wise decisions we can make, even when we're not sure what to do next?2 - How do we move from a place of striving to a place of settledness when we're wired like Martha (type A)? In other words, how can we be poured out for God but not burned out?3 - What do we do when we face a dead end in our writing journey? Katie's newest book – God, What Do I Do? A Bible Study on Judges 1–5 About Making Wise Decisions in Uncertain TimesWherever books are sold or on my website. RightNow Media has a corresponding video series.Just for you! The introductory lesson for free, from God, What Do I Do? here:https://katiemreid.myflodesk.com/biblestudyfreebie1 You can find out more about Katie M. ReidWebsite: https://www.katiemreid.comPodcast: https://www.katiemreid.com/martha-mary-show-podcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KatieMReidWriterInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/katie_m_reidYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KatieMReidVisit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeYour host - Linda Goldfarb#1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 2024". Awarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

Marcus King grew up in the shadow of the Blue Ridge Mountains in a working class family with deep roots in music. His grandfather played country and western music; his uncle played bass guitar in the church; and his father played country, rock and roll, blues, and even gospel. But Marcus had grander ambitions than others in his family. He felt that South Carolina didn't get the respect it deserved when it came to music, and he set out to travel the world and make a statement about what was possible. Now he's out with a new album called Darling Blue, his first with the Marcus King band since 2018, and their live performances have been described by some as an almost spiritual experience. Sid talks to Marcus about the song about meeting his wife, what it was like collaborating with Billy Strings and Lainey Wilson, and the annual music festival that bears his name. For more info visit: southernliving.com/biscuitsandjam Biscuits & Jam is produced by: Sid Evans - Editor-in-Chief, Southern Living Krissy Tiglias - GM, Southern Living Lottie Leymarie - Executive Producer Michael Onufrak - Audio Engineer & Editor/Producer Jeremiah Lee McVay - Producer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What did you think of this episode?Writing about people is one of the easiest ways to get your article published. Learn tricks of the trade by article writing guru Linda Gilden.Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I'm your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I'm so glad you're listening in. During this encore episode, you'll learn how to write the Best People-based Articles.My industry expert is Linda Gilden – Linda is an award-winning Amazon bestselling author of the LINKED Personality Series, Mommy Pick-Me-Ups, Mama Was the Queen of Christmas, Personality Perspectives, Called to Write, Why You Do What You Do, Words to Live By, Called to Speak, Articles, Articles, Articles, and several ghostwritten books. As a freelance editor and writing coach, working with publishers and individuals, she encourages others to make their writing the best it can be. Linda is a wife, mother, and grandmother of the six cutest grandchildren in the WORLD! Her greatest joy is the time spent with her family. Her favorite activity is floating in a pool with a good book, surrounded by splashing children!Writing the best People-Oriented ArticlesThe first type of people-oriented article is a personal experience.  1 Why would anyone want to read/hear about my experiences?2 Do I really have anything of value to say to others?3 Who is your audience?The second type of people-based articles is Profiles.4   What is the difference between a profile article and a personal experience article?5   As a Christian writer, do I always have to write for Christian markets?6   Where is the best place to pitch a personal experience or profile article?Part Two - Writing Instruction-based Articles LINKSLinda GildenArticles, Articles, Articles bookSample Article Submission Page PDFBarney the San Antonio Toilet Seat ArtistVisit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeYour host - Linda Goldfarb#1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 2024". Awarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

What can grief teach us about life, love, and healing? In this powerful episode, Dr. Gregg Korbon shares the extraordinary story of his son Brian, whose intuitive wisdom and passing transformed his understanding of challenge, spirituality, and resilience. Through raw honesty and profound insights, this conversation will help you see loss not as an end, but as a path to deeper meaning and lasting hope.

In today's podcast, how a backyard experiment led me to find a bunch of research to back up that Vit C added to bee syrup can make a difference for bee health! Plus what's up in the bee yard, wonderful email from listeners, and the usual wandering tangents that somehow all relate to bees! kind regards, Leigh PS. Patrons: watch for your exclusive post this weekend with extensive links on the research and other fascinating info I've found on feeding of late. -- https://www.patreon.com/fiveapple Not a patron yet? You are warmly invited to become a Friend of Five Apple on Patreon to join the folks who make the podcasts possible, who keep the archives available and who keep it all advertising-free. In addition to huge gratitude, you get: • Detailed show notes with links, tips, comments • Access to Patreon blog posts including tips and videos • occasional bonus podcasts and early access episodes • Commenting on posts (and DMs) allows me to answer questions • Input on the podcast topics • Shout-outs on the show because I appreciate you!    If you can support the show with $3 a month or more, please sign up today: https://www.patreon.com/fiveapple   About Beekeeping at Five Apple: Leigh keeps bees in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina (gardening zone 6b). She cares for around a dozen hives in a rural Appalachian highland climate. Colonies are managed for bee health with active selection for vigor, genetic diversity and disease resistance, but without chemical treatments for over a decade. The apiary is self-sustaining (not needing to buy/catch replacement bees since 2010) and produces honey and nucs most every year.