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Preserving Appalachia: The Power of Documentary Storytelling with Mountainwater Films

Send us a text Every region has its stories, but few places weave storytelling into their cultural fabric quite like Appalachia. Bob Peck, the visionary behind Mountainwater Films , has dedicated himself to capturing these na...

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March 19, 2025

Preserving Appalachia: The Power of Documentary Storytelling with Mou…

Send us a text Every region has its stories, but few places weave storytelling into their cultural fabric quite like Appalachia. Bob Peck, the visionary behind Mountainwater Films , has dedicated himself to capturing these na...

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Feb. 14, 2025

Rising Above the Storm: The Resilience and Community Spirit Behind Se…

Send us a text What if the unexpected storm of the century could teach us about resilience and community strength? Join us for an extraordinary conversation with Russ Towers, the inspiring co-founder of Second Gear , as he re...

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Jan. 21, 2025

Skiing/Riding Beyond the Ordinary at Hatley Pointe

Send us a text Come along with me as I embark on a snowy adventure at the newly revamped Hatley Pointe Ski Resort in Western North Carolina. Set against a picturesque winter backdrop, we explore this mountain gem, which has b...

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Dec. 31, 2024

Recovering Western North Carolina: Resilience, Responsible Travel, an…

Send us a text Join us for an insightful and inspiring journey into the heart of Western North Carolina as we explore the region's remarkable resilience following the devastation of Hurricane Helene. In this episode, we speak...

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Dec. 13, 2024

From Film to Climbing: Shelby Treichler’s Journey to Eco-Entrepreneur…

Send us a text What happens when burnout from the film industry's hectic pace becomes a catalyst for an eco-entrepreneurial journey? Join us for an insightful conversation with Shelby Treichler, the creative force behind Cact...

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Nov. 22, 2024

Cold Spring Basecamp: A Gateway to Exploration and Relaxation with Ha…

Send us a text What if you could transform a dream into reality amidst the chaos of a global pandemic? Hartwell Carson did just that, and we're here to share his journey of turning a piece of family land into the Cold Spring ...

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