# blue ridge (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover blue ridge. Page: Feed: --- ## [Episode 4: Birth of the Banjo](https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/downtheroad/episodes/2026-08-12T09_58_30-07_00) _2026-08-12 · Blue Ridge Music Trails · Down the Road on the Blue Ridge Music Trails of North Carolina_ Bob Carlin is a banjoist, producer, and author. Bob has done extensive research on the “birth of the banjo” in the American South. His book, The Birth of the Banjo: Joel Walker Sweeney and Early Minstrelsy , covers the banjo's history. The Podcast Down the Road highlights bluegrass and old-time music stories, performers, and traditions across the mountain and foothills counties of Western North… [Listen](https://downtheroad.podomatic.com/enclosure/2026-08-12T09_58_30-07_00.mp3?_=1786553958.17847786) ## [Episode 3: Music From the Land of Sky: The 1925 Asheville Sessions (Part Three)](https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/downtheroad/episodes/2026-05-22T12_49_55-07_00) _2026-05-22 · Blue Ridge Music Trails · Down the Road on the Blue Ridge Music Trails of North Carolina_ Dr. Ted Olson and Laura Boosinger continue to discuss the 1925 Asheville Sessions. Olson explains the influence the sessions had on artists and musical styles. Boosinger discusses the city's growth during 1924 and 1925. Heard in this episode: American and Spanish Fandango. Smith & Allgood Hard Times Come Again No More. Appalachian Roadshow To learn more about the music of North Carolina, visit… [Listen](https://downtheroad.podomatic.com/enclosure/2026-05-22T12_49_55-07_00.mp3?_=1779479429.17779694) ## [A new hat. A better fit. For me. And for you.](https://828living.substack.com/p/a-new-hat-a-better-fit-for-me-and) _2026-04-28 · Craig G. · 828Living_ As some of you know, the “real estate hat” I tried on after selling my pest control business wasn’t quite the right shape for me. ## [Jerky Contest Returns! Plus OAR 2026 Tickets & New Gear Reveals"](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blue-ridge-overland-gear/episodes/Jerky-Contest-Returns--Plus-OAR-2026-Tickets--New-Gear-Reveals-e3hta40) _2026-04-15 · Blue Ridge Overland Gear · Blue Ridge Bonfire_ Welcome back to Blue Ridge Bonfire! This episode is PACKED with updates, new product launches, and some wild stories (including a 48-hour filmmaking challenge with basically no sleep).IN THIS EPISODE:🥩 Jerky Contest is BACK - Amish Smokehouse Sweet & Hot Review📦 NEW PRODUCT: Gotta Go Wallet (aka Pocket Pal) - EDC organization perfection🎟️ OAR 2026 Early Bird Tickets - April batch SOLD OUT in 2… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/10476f48/podcast/play/118449728/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-3-14%2F422059352-44100-2-929e6de79375b.m4a) ## [Shop Talk & Recent Updates | Bonfire Podcast](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blue-ridge-overland-gear/episodes/Shop-Talk--Recent-Updates--Bonfire-Podcast-e3h9m0i) _2026-04-01 · Blue Ridge Overland Gear · Blue Ridge Bonfire_ A little bit of everything in this one 🔥 In this Bonfire episode, we’re catching up after some great guests on the last few episodes — talking through what’s been going on lately, what’s happening in the shop, and a mix of topics that come up naturally along the way. From day-to-day work and current projects to random tangents and ongoing conversations, this is a laid-back episode that feels more… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/10476f48/podcast/play/117806546/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-3-1%2F421209438-44100-2-b3f19b5798dbc.m4a) ## [Overland Rack Systems & American Manufacturing | Leitner Designs Podcast](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blue-ridge-overland-gear/episodes/Overland-Rack-Systems--American-Manufacturing--Leitner-Designs-Podcast-e3gj4b7) _2026-03-18 · Blue Ridge Overland Gear · Blue Ridge Bonfire_ Rack systems, gear setups, and what it means to build products in the U.S. 🔧🔥In this episode of the Bonfire podcast, we sit down with the Bernhard Leitner from Leitner Designs to talk about overland rack systems, real-world vehicle setups, and the thinking behind how their products are designed and built.Alongside the gear conversation, we also get into American manufacturing — what goes into… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/10476f48/podcast/play/117067559/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-2-17%2F420210335-44100-2-6ab4c230da58d.m4a) ## [Episode 2: Music From the Land of Sky: The 1925 Asheville Sessions (Part Two)](https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/downtheroad/episodes/2026-03-12T09_59_39-07_00) _2026-03-12 · Blue Ridge Music Trails · Down the Road on the Blue Ridge Music Trails of North Carolina_ In this episode, we dive into the backgrounds of some participants from the original sessions. It was reported that out of 300 applications, only 25 musicians were chosen for the original Asheville Sessions. Listen to learn about two of those musicians: James Dedrick Harris (fiddle) and Ernest Helton (banjo). Heard in this episode: The Cacklin' Hen. James Dedrick Harris Royal Clog. Ernest Helton… [Listen](https://downtheroad.podomatic.com/enclosure/2026-03-12T09_59_39-07_00.mp3?_=1773334811.17712685) ## [Must-Do Overlanding Trails with Josh Carter](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blue-ridge-overland-gear/episodes/Must-Do-Overlanding-Trails-with-Josh-Carter-e3fue5s) _2026-03-04 · Blue Ridge Overland Gear · Blue Ridge Bonfire_ This one’s all about overlanding destinations — the places we’ve loved and the ones still on the list. 🌎🔥 In this episode of the Bonfire podcast, we’re joined by Josh Carter (known online as Gobi Recon) to talk about overlanding trip destinations. We get into some of our favorite places we’ve visited, what made them memorable, and the locations we’re still hoping to explore. From realistic… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/10476f48/podcast/play/116389500/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-2-4%2Fbbc83799-2764-2f9b-9172-fb9e6da20df7.m4a) ## [🏠 $17,500 for First-Time Homebuyers!](https://828living.substack.com/p/17500-for-first-time-homebuyers) _2026-02-27 · Craig G. · 828Living_ Hi again, ## [Episode 1: Music From the Land of the Sky: The 1925 Asheville Sessions (Part One)](https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/downtheroad/episodes/2026-02-24T15_13_08-08_00) _2026-02-24 · Blue Ridge Music Trails · Down the Road on the Blue Ridge Music Trails of North Carolina_ Something big happened in Asheville music in 1925. A two-week recording session was held at the Vanderbilt Hotel. Musicians and groups performed traditional Southern Appalachian music. Afterwards, OKeh Records pressed and released a catalogue of records documenting a sound that many folks outside the region had never heard. The Asheville Sessions were revived in 2025 through a remastering and… [Listen](https://downtheroad.podomatic.com/enclosure/2026-02-24T15_13_08-08_00.mp3?_=1771974876.17698476) ## [Find it on Amazon (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/l7UgYVrw58LK) _2026-02-24 · **Sponsored**_ Open the Amazon product listing to see details and availability ## [The Truth About Overlanding With Kids](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blue-ridge-overland-gear/episodes/The-Truth-About-Overlanding-With-Kids-e3fb11h) _2026-02-19 · Blue Ridge Overland Gear · Blue Ridge Bonfire_ What’s it actually like to go overlanding with kids? 🚙🔥In this Bonfire episode, we’re talking about the realities of traveling and camping as a family — the good, the chaotic, and everything in between. From planning trips differently to adjusting expectations on the trail, overlanding with kids changes the experience in ways you don’t always expect.We get into logistics, comfort, pacing,… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/10476f48/podcast/play/115753457/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-1-19%2F3561d25c-7182-9798-f88a-ce9424d2790d.m4a) ## [Winter Breakdown: Cold Weeks, Gear Shows & Vehicle Disasters](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blue-ridge-overland-gear/episodes/Winter-Breakdown-Cold-Weeks--Gear-Shows--Vehicle-Disasters-e3ejfio) _2026-02-04 · Blue Ridge Overland Gear · Blue Ridge Bonfire_ Cold weather, shop talk, and a few side stories along the way 🔥In this Bonfire episode, we’re talking through a cold winter week — layered clothes, wind, ice storms, and how winter weather changes the pace of work in the shop. As the conversation rolls on, we also get into Matt’s time at SHOT Show, what it’s like being there, and how it fits into the bigger picture. We wrap things up with some… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/10476f48/podcast/play/114981912/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-1-3%2Fe9f0948b-6f0d-01a3-4313-30c6990c43bf.m4a) ## [Overlanding Gear Updates, SHOT Show Prep & Winter Wildlife Sightings](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blue-ridge-overland-gear/episodes/Overlanding-Gear-Updates--SHOT-Show-Prep--Winter-Wildlife-Sightings-e3e01po) _2026-01-21 · Blue Ridge Overland Gear · Blue Ridge Bonfire_ Welcome back to the Blue Ridge Bonfire Podcast! In this episode, we’re sharing updates from the shop, new product releases, and a look ahead to SHOT Show in Las Vegas. Matt is gearing up for a week of walking, gear hunting, and discovering innovative outdoor products that inspire our next Ready Pack designs. We talk about: • Preparing for SHOT Show 2026 and what we’re looking for • New Ready Pack… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/10476f48/podcast/play/114345208/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-0-21%2F374b1a63-e153-4ec2-365d-92e90d910993.m4a) ## [Kicking Off 2026 Around the Bonfire 🔥](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blue-ridge-overland-gear/episodes/Kicking-Off-2026-Around-the-Bonfire-e3d90u0) _2026-01-07 · Blue Ridge Overland Gear · Blue Ridge Bonfire_ The first Bonfire podcast of 2026 is here 🔥In this episode, we’re kicking off the new year by talking about what’s ahead — new adventures, new products, and how we’re thinking about overlanding, media, and community moving forward.If you’re diving into a new season of overlanding, content creation, or just looking for some motivation to start 2026 strong, this one’s for you.👇 Jump into the… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/10476f48/podcast/play/113590656/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-0-6%2F415600774-44100-2-2a9d4d0a7845c.m4a) ## [Thanksgiving Adventures, Race Recaps & Holiday Shinanigans | Blue Ridge Bonfire](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blue-ridge-overland-gear/episodes/Thanksgiving-Adventures--Race-Recaps--Holiday-Shinanigans--Blue-Ridge-Bonfire-e3c228t) _2025-12-09 · Blue Ridge Overland Gear · Blue Ridge Bonfire_ Welcome back to the Blue Ridge Bonfire podcast! We're coming in hot after Thanksgiving weekend with stories of ultramarathon suffering, questionable bike ride decisions, and somehow surviving Black Friday madness.IN THIS EPISODE:🏃 Logan's Mount ultra race recap - 35 miles with 6,500 feet of elevation gain🚴 Rick's 68-mile gravel bike adventure (with pizza and beer pit stop that was definitely a… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/10476f48/podcast/play/112314077/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-11-8%2F413975514-44100-2-b1d90435b67d.m4a) ## [We Hit the Road for Georgia Bushcraft | Blue Ridge Bonfire Podcast](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blue-ridge-overland-gear/episodes/We-Hit-the-Road-for-Georgia-Bushcraft--Blue-Ridge-Bonfire-Podcast-e3aueb4) _2025-11-13 · Blue Ridge Overland Gear · Blue Ridge Bonfire_ We’re switching things up this week on the Blue Ridge Bonfire! Matt’s out of town, so Logan and Rick decided to sit down and talk about our trip down to Georgia Bushcraft — what we saw, who we talked to, and what made the event stand out this year. Instead of doing a traditional recap, we wanted to give you more of a behind-the-scenes look — the drive down, the vendors we met, the gear that caught… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/10476f48/podcast/play/111146788/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-10-13%2F412433610-44100-2-84e03239e6cc4.m4a) ## [Episode 22: The Helene Guitar](https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/downtheroad/episodes/2025-10-08T15_10_58-07_00) _2025-10-08 · Blue Ridge Music Trails · Down the Road on the Blue Ridge Music Trails of North Carolina_ Three luthiers have collaborated to create a guitar, which will be raffled off through LEAF Global Arts at the annual LEAF Festival, taking place from October 16 to 19, 2025. The guitar was crafted from wood harvested from trees that fell during Hurricane Helene. The luthiers: Jayne Henderson Kyle Landers Judson Riviere All proceeds will support the Local Artist ReLEAF Fund, aiding Western North… [Listen](https://downtheroad.podomatic.com/enclosure/2025-10-08T15_10_58-07_00.mp3?_=1759961514.17557190) ## [Episode 21: 100 Years of John C Campbell Folk School, part 2](https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/downtheroad/episodes/2025-10-03T08_13_21-07_00) _2025-10-03 · Blue Ridge Music Trails · Down the Road on the Blue Ridge Music Trails of North Carolina_ Part two of this special podcast delves into the evolution of the Folk School's programming with Bethany Chaney, the school's executive director. She explains the significance of its gradual shift in focus, encompassing music, dance, and craft. Songs Included: The Little Devil, Jean Ritchie Dance Calling Morningsong with Riley Baugus Image credit: By Harrison Keely - Own work, CC BY 4.0,… [Listen](https://downtheroad.podomatic.com/enclosure/2025-10-03T08_13_21-07_00.mp3?_=1759504456.17550138) ## [Episode 20: 100 Years of John C Campbell Folk School, part one](https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/downtheroad/episodes/2025-10-01T14_32_45-07_00) _2025-10-01 · Blue Ridge Music Trails · Down the Road on the Blue Ridge Music Trails of North Carolina_ John C Campbell Folk School is celebrating its 100th anniversary of music, dance, craft, agriculture, and foodways. Located in Brasstown, North Carolina, in Clay County in the Far West region of the state. Known for its exemplary selection of courses in handicraft skills, music, agriculture, and more, it is one of the most established folk schools in the United States. Dive into the history of the… [Listen](https://downtheroad.podomatic.com/enclosure/2025-10-01T14_32_45-07_00.mp3?_=1759354407.17548448) ## [For WNC residents: Save the date! 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He added his flair to the songs of the time, emphasizing 'long-bow' fiddling, a style which he discovered listening to Arthur Smith from the Grand Ole Opry. John Miller (Shumate's grandson) and… [Listen](https://downtheroad.podomatic.com/enclosure/2025-07-24T15_40_43-07_00.mp3?_=1753396879.17480961) ## [July 2025 update on the Asheville real estate market](https://828living.substack.com/p/july-2025-update-on-the-asheville) _2025-07-23 · Craig G. · 828Living_ What today’s market means for your next move ## [Home Inspections in NC: What Buyers Need to Know (and What Your Broker Should Be Doing)](https://828living.substack.com/p/home-inspections-in-nc-what-buyers) _2025-07-19 · Craig G. · 828Living_ Because “buyer beware” is both a legal phrase—and your job ## [Financing Land in WNC? Why Local Lenders Are Your Best Bet](https://828living.substack.com/p/financing-land-in-wnc-why-local-lenders) _2025-07-13 · Craig G. · 828Living_ Here are your best options for buying land in Asheville, Hendersonville, Brevard, and beyond. ## [A Buyer’s Guide to Mountain Land in Western North Carolina](https://828living.substack.com/p/a-buyers-guide-to-mountain-land-in) _2025-07-09 · Craig G. · 828Living_ Raw, rugged, and rooted in WNC ## [Episode 18: Storytelling in the Blue Ridge with Connie Regan-Blake - Part Two](https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/downtheroad/episodes/2025-07-08T12_27_03-07_00) _2025-07-08 · Blue Ridge Music Trails · Down the Road on the Blue Ridge Music Trails of North Carolina_ In 1975, Connie Regan-Blake teamed up with Barbara Freeman to travel and tell stories across the country. The women made a marvelous duo, strategically and creatively sharing stories from the past and present. Many Appalachian tales have roots in Irish, Scottish, and English history, dating back hundreds of years, while others were developed and shared in more recent times. Learn more about Connie… [Listen](https://downtheroad.podomatic.com/enclosure/2025-07-08T12_27_03-07_00.mp3?_=1752002870.17464761) ## [Episode 17: Storytelling in the Blue Ridge with Connie Regan-Blake](https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/downtheroad/episodes/2025-06-26T19_31_02-07_00) _2025-06-27 · Blue Ridge Music Trails · Down the Road on the Blue Ridge Music Trails of North Carolina_ Storytelling can be found across cultures. It's been used to teach morals, share news, and entertain. In this latest episode of the Down the Road podcast, Laura Boosinger sits down with professional storyteller Connie Regan-Blake to share how storytelling jumped from personal circles (campfires, living rooms, and porches) to stages. Connie Regan-Blake is an award-winning storyteller, coach, and… [Listen](https://downtheroad.podomatic.com/enclosure/2025-06-26T19_31_02-07_00.mp3?_=1750991511.17453418) ## [Make any domain metal (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/dl1Rzsq9IzX0) _2025-06-27 · **Sponsored**_ Turn any domain into a blacked-out metal landing page with an email waitlist ## [What a flooded garden taught me about due diligence in Western North Carolina](https://828living.substack.com/p/what-a-flooded-garden-taught-me-about) _2025-06-16 · Craig G. · 828Living_ Why every buyer needs to ask hard questions about water, slope, and drainage before making an offer ## [5 Signs the WNC Real Estate Market Is Tilting Toward Buyers](https://828living.substack.com/p/5-signs-the-wnc-real-estate-market) _2025-05-30 · Craig G. · 828Living_ Spring usually brings a flurry of activity to the real estate market, but this year? ## [North Carolina is the Best State for Starting a Business](https://828living.substack.com/p/north-carolina-best-state-business) _2025-02-20 · Renae Gregoire · 828Living_ Podcast Summary: Why North Carolina is the #1 State for Business – What This Means for Real Estate in WNC [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/157569136/70610e6e8fc7838edf8250d58df52157.mp3)