What's that sound?Have you ever had specific sounds that go along with a specific job? In this episode, Justin shares that there is a new job adventure happening. You'll hear some of the sounds that are associated with his now previous job w

Sounds Like Dollywood's Wildwood Grove

Jun 1st, 2021 16m 46s

Can you believe it's already June?!In this episode, Justin's son talks about his bedroom, a broken arm, Dragonflier at Dollywood (the Green Rollercoaster, his favorite), Anakeesta in Gatlinburg and something about Woody's broken arm.PLUS, sou

May the Fourth of 2021

May 4th, 2021 8m 25s

May the Fourth Be With You...and the spam callers that call while recording an episode.Can you believe it's already May?! It is special that we get to release an episode on the 4th of May and spread the cheer of the Force to all the world. O

Moments From A Trip to Walt Disney World

Apr 20th, 2021 32m 3s

We went to Walt Disney World! Just don't tell Dollywood.Justin took his iPhone with him to Walt Disney World (it's a new thing to do) and recorded some moments with his son and two nieces. You'll hear thoughts of a three-year-old's first tim

A Year of Memories

Apr 6th, 2021 15m 1s

Did you know the podcast celebrated ONE YEAR on March 28?!Thank you to all our listeners. We've loved sharing and hearing stories over the past twelve months!In this episode, Justin and his son reminisce about a "friend" that has reappeared.

A Weekend at Dollywood

Mar 16th, 2021 10m 19s

Dollywood opened for its 36th season on March 13 with a Passholder Preview on March 12!Justin and his son (and wife, who is podcast shy) took a trip to check out the park and make a milestone - someone was tall enough to ride Blazing Fury, the

Converstaions with a Three-Year-Old Storyteller

Mar 2nd, 2021 16m

What story does a three-year-old like to tell?Well, you're about to find out! And there is definitely more than one story.Justin's son is back on the podcast to talk about his memories from the Snow and Ice Storm in February, what ride he's l

LOGiC.baby with Kristen and Jon

Feb 16th, 2021 34m 14s

“This has allowed us to engage in this kind of ‘arena” to help other people” – Jon Porter“Everyone knows someone who had a baby in the NICU.” – Kristen TippitKristen and Jon had a first-hand experience with the NICU when their son, Otter, was

Laugh Healthy with Sarah Routman

Feb 2nd, 2021 55m 45s

“Laughter Yoga is heavy on the laughter, light on the yoga.” – Sarah RoutmanWhen was the last time you laughed so hard that you couldn't stop and you could barely breathe?Sarah’s laughter journey began in a not so cheery place – the hospital.

Return of The Uncorked Librarian

Jan 19th, 2021 32m 31s

Did you read any books in 2020? Do you have any reading goals for 2021?Christine, The Uncorked Librarian, joins Justin to discuss some favorite books of 2020, the 2021 Reading Challenge and charcuterie boards.Justin also finds out what has

Foresight Is 2021

Jan 5th, 2021 9m 58s

Happy New Year!Shout out to ALL you listeners out there. You helped make 2020 a really rewarding year for starting a podcast and we want to hear from YOU! Where are you listening from? What's your favorite episode? What do you want to hear

Celebrating 71 Years of Marriage

Dec 24th, 2020 13m 24s

Happy 71st Anniversary to Justin's grandparents!In this bonus holiday episode, Justin talks with his grandparents who are celebrating their 71st wedding anniversary on Christmas Eve 2020! Thanks to the invention of the telephone and a recorde

The Holiday Edition

Dec 15th, 2020 46m 53s

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!What makes the holidays so special? The memories!In this episode, Justin is joined by Louis, Val, Jack, Annie and Adelyn as they share some of their favorite holiday moments.You'll hear about:Val's love o

Being Extra at Dollywood

Dec 1st, 2020 35m 8s

What's it like to star in a Hallmark movie with Danica McKellar and Dolly Parton?We're not sure. What we do know is what it's like being an Extra in the 2019 Hallmark movie, Christmas At Dollywood.In this episode, Justin is joined by fellow

The Thanksgiving Episode

Nov 17th, 2020 8m 51s

Happy Thanksgiving!What do you want to see on the table this Thanksgiving? Apple pie or Blueberry Cobbler? Macaroni and cheese or salad?In this episode, Justin is joined by his son and nieces as they decide what food items they would choose

Bringing the Family Back to the Table with Sakinah Bunch

Nov 3rd, 2020 37m 27s

What life changing events happened to bring Sakinah and her family to the kitchen table more often?In this episode, Justin speaks to CleanGoodEats owner, Sakinah Bunch on bringing the family back to the table. After learning that her daughter

Talking Possibilities at Impossibilities with Erik Dobell

Oct 20th, 2020 38m 11s

What can you find at the base of the Gatlinburg Space Needle? Impossibilities!Justin speaks Magic, Mindreading and Mayhem with Master Mentalist, Erik Dobell. Well, this episode may speak more mayhem than anything.In this episode you’ll dis

Growing Gray Arbor Farm

Oct 6th, 2020 36m 22s

How hard is it to start your own flower farm from scratch?In this episode we head to Georgetown, Kentucky and speak to Gray Arbor Farm owner, Kelly, about that very thing and more. What prompted Kelly and her husband to start a flower farm?

We All Scream for Ice Cream! - The Story of Family Fun Cafe and Ice Cream

Sep 22nd, 2020 39m 39s

What do you think of when you hear “ice cream”?To Michelle Harmon and her family it means family, fun and memories. And so, that gave us Family Fun Café and Ice Cream as we know it!Listen to how Michelle and her husband opened an ice cream s

Helping Others Help Others with Sarah

Sep 8th, 2020 29m 54s

What's makes a good fundraiser? Having the right help!Justin is joined by Sarah Willey with University of Missouri - St. Louis, who enjoyed helping people and places, like Non-Profits, so much it became her career. Sarah discusses the impor

ReVIBEalization with Coffee

Aug 25th, 2020 27m 1s

Have you ever been in a coffee shop and said, "This place just has a good vibe"? That's what many people said about this little coffee shop in downtown Elizabethtown, Kentucky. The name stuck.Justin speaks with Vibe Coffee Shop owner, Seren

Filling the Creative Tank with Melanie Deziel

Aug 18th, 2020 32m 7s

Justin is joined by keynote speaker, award-winning branded content creator, and lifelong storyteller, Melanie Deziel.What happens when a college professor sees potential outside of your chosen field? A life-changing event! Melanie shares ho

Event Planning at The Kentucky Castle with Amanda

Aug 11th, 2020 29m 13s

Justin is joined by Amanda who is one of the Event Coordinators at The Kentucky Castle. What got her started in event planning? Has COVID-19 made events at the Castle more or less intimate? Did she take a leap of faith by joining the team in

The 20th Episode of 2020

Aug 4th, 2020 5m 21s

It's the 20th episode! We've made it 20 weeks and 20 episodes in this interesting year of 2020. What is something POSITIVE that has happened to you for the past 20 weeks? No matter how small it seems, positive is positive is positive! A few

Snapshots Made by Kids at Dollywood

Jul 28th, 2020 9m 30s

What happens when you put a microphone in front of a three, five and seven-year-old? Does one of them take over the podcast at some point? We find out in this episode. Justin asks his son and nieces about their days at Dollywood in July. Ca