City stressing you out? Want to get away? Every generation finds its call to leave the city at some point! Tune in to this week’s episode of After the Jump and get some insights into the hotbed of creativity that is upstate New York. Grace Bonney is joined by Emma Tuccillo, founder of And North. And North is a curated guide to upstate New York for creative individuals. Emma created And North to inspire creativity, collaboration and a sense of community among those interested in connecting the vibrant neighborhoods of New York City with the picturesque regions that lie North. This program was brought to you by The International Culinary Center.

“For right now we’re really focusing on building up our content, our audience and figuring out what we are.” [12:00]

“Even if you don’t sell to the community, embracing community is huge.” [23:00]

–Emma Tuccillo on After the Jump