Chattanooga, TN: Our New Favorite Appalachian Station
No need to sugarcoat it. Chattanooga, TN has come around the mountain and barreled its way into our Top 5 places to live! From Red Bank to East Ridge, Downtown to Soddy Daisy... this place has the outdoors, a vibrant nightlife and FAST, FREE internet! Put it on your "places to visit" list, because Chattanooga isn't just a little old train town in the mountains, anymore!
This episode takes you on a journey through the Chattanooga's unique downtown, mountain landscapes, and the famous Ruby Falls. Discover why Chattanooga is becoming a hotspot for retirees and celebrities alike, with its blend of urban amenities and natural beauty. Learn about the city's progressive initiatives, like publicly-owned high-speed internet, and explore nearby areas like Apison. Get an insider's perspective on living in this up-and-coming Southern gem, complete with tips on the best neighborhoods and outdoor activities. This episode offers valuable insights for anyone considering a move to Chattanooga or planning a visit to this picturesque Tennessee city.
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Big Surprises in Tampa: The Gulf Coast's Most Unexpected Gem?
Is Tampa one of America's most overlooked cities? Dive into everything it has to offer in this fun recap of Denise's recent visit. She shares her eye opening experience visiting a listener and Tampa for the first time and discovering the city's rich culture, architecture, cuisine and more. From the historic Ybor City neighborhood to catching a glimpse of Tom Brady's former home, Denise was pleasantly surprised by this underrated Florida gem. We also discuss Tampa's growth, influx of young residents, booming real estate market, and why Denise says it's an ideal city to live. Whether you're considering a move or just want to learn more about this hip cultural hub, this epsiode has all the insider info on Tampa you've been searching for!
What Does Your 2024 Look Like? Passions, Side Hustles & Second Careers
This podcast episode features a lively discussion about starting a business and achieving success. The Skiptown All Stars share their personal stories and insights on taking risks, handling criticism, persevering through failures, finding mentors, staying passionate and creative, and more. James, Denise and even Producer Phil stress that overnight successes usually take about 10 years of hard work, and encourage aspiring business owners to believe in themselves,their ideas, and not let perfectionism hold them back. Tune in for motivating advice to help unlock your potential in 2024!
2023: Stick a Fork In It - The Best Food and Travel Cities This Year
This week, the Skiptown All Stars podcast recaps their best and worst travel experiences from 2023. James and Denise discuss the most memorable destinations, friendliest and least friendly cities, best food cities, easiest and most difficult cities to get around, and James shares his picks for the top coffee cities. We also reminisce about their road trip mishaps and funny travel stories from the past year. You will enjoy hearing this lively couple's perspectives on their adventures across America.
Ep. 075 - A Very Fiery Christmas Podcast Special
Christmas is supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year - but not for our podcast hosts! 😨 Join James, Denise and Phil as they share their most disastrous, disturbing and downright shocking holiday stories ever. 😱
From a murderous rampage by a killer Santa to a near-fatal snowmobile flip, this Christmas special has it all. You'll laugh, scream and scratch your head as our hosts discuss these holiday horrors - and debate whether "Die Hard" counts as a Christmas movie! 🤔
Catch the holiday hijinks and use hashtag #XmasPodCalamity to share your own Yuletide fiasco stories! Santa might have gotten run over by a reindeer, but it's got NOTHING on the holiday havoc inside this podcast. 😆
Ep. 074 - A Tale of 10 Cities: James Goes Back to Connecticut
James had 10 days to explore charming small towns and idyllic waterfront living all across Connecticut — and he made the most of it@ In this episode, he recounts his recent travels visiting over 10 different Connecticut towns and cities including Guilford, Newtown, Brookfield and more. From the colonial homes to hundreds of trails (not to mention access to major cities like NYC), James recaps it all. Then, Denise opens up the debate over the viability of dating apps. If you’re considering moving to Connecticut or just want to learn more about what it has to offer, hit the play button!