Episodes
151
Latest episode
Jun 2026
Language
EN
Greenville, SC is quickly becoming one of the most popular cities to visit and to call home - from its highly regarded restaurant scene to the beautiful views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Each week, tune in as I walk and talk on Greenville's Swamp Rabbit Trail, that runs 22 miles through the heart of downtown, and ask our guests why they decided to make the Upstate their home and how that has impacted them.
This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin is joined by Kris Valzone, one of the founders of Yerp! Yerp is an app designed for outdoor enthusiasts to plan adventures and build community. Whether you hike, bike, climb, kayak, etc, Yerp is your go to spot to get outside!Available for Apple and Android!This week's sponsors:Carmella's Cafe and Dessert Bar - https://carmellasdessertbar.com/
This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin and his guest talk about something we never really think twice about: Breathing! Joined by Perrin White, founder of Breathe Well Be Well, the two talk about the impact that breathing can affect your overall health and what can be done to help!Book and appointment with Perrin here!This week's sponsors:Carmella's Cafe and Dessert Bar - https://carmellasdessertbar.com/
This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin is walks and talks with West Hyler, the Executive Director of the South Carolina New Play Festival. West talks about his career as a director, working on world-renowned productions and why starting the New Play Festival is so important to the industry and to the Upstate. Grab your tickets for any of the shows here!This week's sponsors:Carmella's Cafe and Dessert Bar - https://carmellasdessertbar.com/
This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin hits the track with Lucas Williams, co-founder of Deadlast, as they ditch their workout to record this Trail Talk. Lucas talks about his journey of becoming a runner, building this brand, and the importance of equipping local runners with high quality gear.This week's sponsors:Carmella's Cafe and Dessert Bar - https://carmellasdessertbar.com/
This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin is joined by Katie Poterala, owner of Emerald Well Diagnostics and Katie Poterala Jewelry Studio. Katie talks about balancing her two businesses and how her own health journey enabled her to start Emerald Well to help others with theirs.This week's sponsors:Carmella's Cafe and Dessert Bar - https://carmellasdessertbar.com/
This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin is joined by Ashley Pearson, the founder of Run Club GVL. Ashley shares what inspired her to start this run club and how she has help build an amazing, welcoming community of runners, no matter what your ability is!This week's sponsors:Carmella's Cafe and Dessert Bar - https://carmellasdessertbar.com/
This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin is joined by Tor Bennstrom, co-founder of the Greenville Cycling Classic, which takes place TOMORROW Thursday April 30th. Tor talks about the incredible cycling community here in the Upstate and the impact that this event has had on the community and the sport.Info on the Greenville Cycling Classic can be found here!This week's sponsors:Carmella's Cafe and Dessert Bar - https://carmellasdessertbar.com/N Patel Communications - https://npatelcommunications.com/
This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin is joined by Julian Loué, owner of Rise Bakery, to talk about two of his favorite things - bread and pastries! Julian tells the story of baking as a hobby to now baking for the Upstate at Rise's store front, the science behind sourdough, and all the exciting things coming up at the bakery.This week's sponsors:Carmella's Cafe and Dessert Bar - https://carmellasdessertbar.com/N Patel Communications - https://npatelcommunications.com/
This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin is joined by Joel Arcieri, author of "The Boy in the Tree: When Weak is Okay." Joel talks about his journey working in ministry and corporate America and what led him to writing a childrens book which focuses on how to be ok with weakness and to empower parents to have deeper conversations about emotions.Get your copy of "The Boy in the Tree" here: https://www.amazon.com/Boy-Tree-When-Weak-Okay/dp/B0FLMJDJG9This week's sponsors:Carmella's Cafe and Dessert Bar - https://carmellasdessertbar.com/N Patel Communications - https://npatelcommunications.com/
This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin is joined by Beau Blackshear, owner of Kenny's Golf Club located at Judson Mill. Beau shares why Greenville was the perfect place to plant roots and start a business after busy nature of his previous career. Book your tee time: https://www.kennysgolfclub.com/This week's sponsors:Carmella's Cafe and Dessert Bar - https://carmellasdessertbar.com/N Patel Communications - https://npatelcommunications.com/
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