From cheese making to fermentation, Kristin Webber has the knowledge to help you get back to the basics. Julia sits down with Kristin to find out what homesteading is, how Kristin developed her love for it, and why Knoxville has embraced her business with open arms. Plus, we find out where Kristin’s pseudonym “Chicken Librarian” comes from and what…

Sam Elliott, the Vice President of Development for the Young Professionals of Knoxville (YPK), shares his journey from a pilot to a pivotal community leader, detailing the impact of YPK in fostering a vibrant network for young professionals in Knoxville. Discover how YPK's connections, development, and service initiatives are crafting a promising f…

In this episode, we meet John Ewart, the dynamic leader of the Knoxville Chapter of the Associated General Contractors. John shares his inspiring journey from his early days in the Navy to playing football at the University of Tennessee and how these experiences led him to a significant role in shaping Knoxville's construction scene. He discusses t…

In this heartwarming episode of Connect the Knox, Julia sits down with George Bove, a cherished children's book author who brings the spirit of Knoxville, Tennessee, to life through his stories. George gives us a peek into how he crafts his engaging tales, shares his passion for community service, and introduces his latest book, 'The Little Orange …

In this exciting episode of Connect the Knox, host Julia Hurley speaks with Justin Cazana, one of Knoxville's leading commercial real estate brokers and developers. With over 20 years of experience, Justin shares stories about his experiences in real estate, his family’s history in the business, and some projects he's proud of, like improving old b…

In this episode of Connect the Knox, Julia Hurley engages with grants expert Lisa Shiveler. From her journey to Knoxville to her pivotal role in transforming local educational and community initiatives through grant writing, Lisa offers an insider's perspective on navigating the competitive world of grants. Learn about the opportunities that grants…

Julia is joined by Kim Bumpas, the president of Visit Knoxville, to discuss the transformation of Knoxville into a must-visit destination. They explore Kim’s journey in the tourism industry, the revitalization of iconic landmarks like the Sunsphere, and the initiatives that have put Knoxville on the map. Their conversation also touches on future pr…

This episode of ConnectTheKnox features a conversation with Stephanie Vozar, Director of Corporate Philanthropy at the University of Tennessee, focusing on her role in forging connections between the university and corporate partners to prepare students for the future workforce. Julia Hurley and Stephanie discuss the impact of these partnerships on…

Julia Hurley talks with Kristen Combs, the creative mind at Visit Knoxville and the author of 100 Things to Do in Knoxville Before You Die. Kristen's move from Michigan to Knoxville led her to promote the city's rich history, lively culture, and outdoor activities. She shares how her book 100 Things to Do in Knoxville Before You Die came to be, com…

Zack Roskop, the innovative mind behind Knox Brew Tours, shares his journey from uncertainty to creating a unique craft beer experience in Knoxville on this episode of ConnectTheKnox. Host Julia Hurley delves into Zack's story of how a simple guided brewery tour in Asheville sparked the inception of Knox Brew Tours, blending his love for Knoxville,…

John Volpe is the Chief Development Officer of Remote Area Medical (RAM), a major non-profit bringing free healthcare to Americans living in remote areas. On this episode of ConnectTheKnox, Julia sits down with John to discuss how Stan Brock founded RAM in the mid-eighties, the sadly dire need for free healthcare services in the US, and why volunte…

Elise Collier Massey is the owner of Collier Restaurant Group in Sevierville, Tennessee. On this episode of ConnectTheKnox, Julia and Elise discuss the immense growth that Knoxville County has seen over the last 40 years, the generational differences in the restaurant industry that Elise sees as a third-generation restaurateur, and why being local …

Marc Gibson is the Associate Vice Chancellor for Research at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. On this episode of ConnectTheKnox, Julia and Marc sit down to talk about what Tennessee is doing to stay competitive with its peer states including tackling issues of mobility, leveraging AI to keep their workforce competitive, and proper curriculum…

Chad Zurcher is the Director of Baseball Operations at the University of Tennessee. On this episode of ConnectTheKnox, Julia sits down with Chad to talk about the Volunteer’s incredible connection with the community, the 95 million dollar upcoming stadium renovations, and the powerfully positive impact that NIL deals are having on the players. Chad…

Representative Tim Burchett is a Republican Congressman serving the 2nd district of Tennessee. In this episode of Connect the Knox, Julia interviews Burchett about America’s complicated history with UFOs, the Pentagon’s ridiculous need for secrecy and spending, and how well-intentioned officials can quickly become corrupt or compromised. Rep. Burch…

Dr. H.M. “Hash” Hashemian is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Analysis and Measurement Services Corporation (AMS), a nuclear engineering consulting firm headquartered in Knoxville. In this episode of ConnectTheKnox, Julia sits down with Dr. Hash to discuss the positives of nuclear energy, how AMS is doing control systems testing around …

Dr. Keith Carver is the Senior Vice Chancellor and Senior Vice President of the UT Institute of Agriculture, which plays a huge role in our community and the future of our local farmers. In this episode of ConnectTheKnox, Dr. Carver describes the programs that UT offers not only to students, but also to locals who want to get involved with agricult…

Candace Viox is the owner of local restaurant and wine bar, Water Into Wine. Water Into Wine has become a staple in our community, and in this episode of ConnectTheKnox, Candace shares the incredible story of how she decided to open the business and the choices she’s made that led to her success. Throughout our conversation, Candace reveals how she…

Michael Galyean is a viral sensation and content creator who gained international attention when he participated in a recent viral dance number at a UT Football game. But what many people don’t know about Michael is how long he’s been dreaming about dancing on the sidelines at Neyland Stadium, and how involved he is with the local community here in…

Pierce LaMacchia is the Founder, Owner and Operator of K Brew Coffee. On this episode of ConnectTheKnox, Pierce shares the incredible story of how he discovered that entrepreneurship was the only path forward for him and convinced his brother to drop out of college to help him start K Brew at 24 years old. Throughout our conversation, we discuss th…

Alexis Hornbuckle is an incredible athlete and member of the Knoxville community. As the first female athlete to ever win the Collegiate and the WNBA National Championships in the same collegiate year, she has become not only a local legend, but a legend in all of women’s basketball. Throughout this episode, we explore how playing for UT and being …

Chris Lofton, legendary UT Basketball star, joins me on this episode of ConnectTheKnox to discuss why Knoxville has such a special place in his heart and his upcoming career goals. Throughout this episode, we discuss what it was like for Chris to celebrate having his UT jersey officially retired, and why sharing that celebration with the Knoxville …

Andy Jeffers is the owner of Sports & Entertainment Media here in Knoxville. On this episode of ConnectTheKnox, we discuss how he got his start running such a large media company from the heart of the Scruffy City, and we also discuss the surprising amount of businesses that are based right here in Knoxville. Andy reveals what it’s like to work wit…

Bear Stephenson is the owner of Stephenson Realty and Auction in Clinton, Tennessee. On this episode of ConnectTheKnox, Bear explains how his early career was shaped by some of Knoxville’s most influential business leaders, and what he learned about good growth versus growth that is detrimental to the region. Bear and I also discuss what he’s learn…

Tyler Cauble is a commercial real estate broker in Nashville, Tennessee who is helping to improve the city through the use of mixed-use development. On this episode of ConnectTheKnox, Tyler shares how Nashville has changed over the course of his lifetime and why he feels that mixed-use development is the future. Tyler describes his involvement in t…

Mark Nagi, a long-time Knoxville resident, is both a TDOT employee and former sportscaster who recently wrote a new book on UT sports called Decade of Dysfunction. In this episode of ConnectTheKnox, Mark shares what brought him to Knoxville from upstate New York and why he decided to transition from his dream career of sportscasting to becoming the…

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Josh Mancuso is a TikTok creator based out of East Tennessee who has started his own production company called Switchmen Studios. In this episode of ConnectTheKnox, we discuss Josh’s East Tennessee roots and how he came to become a full-time content creator. Josh walks through his creative process, and why he feels consistency is what changed the g…

Stacey Campfield is a Tennessee politician, TV personality, and real estate mogul and on this episode of ConnectTheKnox, we explore how Stacey was able to build such a dynamic career right here in Knoxville. Stacey explains why he moved to Knoxville for the business climate, and how his political career led him to a career in television. Julia and …

Melissa Blettner is the Chief Executive Officer for Ancient Lore Village, a one-of-a-kind fantasy resort right in the heart of Knoxville. On this episode of ConnectTheKnox, Melissa shares her philosophy of hospitality with purpose and how her role with Ancient Lore Village brought her from Wisconsin to Knoxville. Melissa describes some of the simil…

Glenn Jacobs is the Mayor of Knox County, but many people first knew him from his professional wrestling career. On this episode of ConnectTheKnox, we discuss why Glenn chose to settle in Knoxville over all the other cities he’s traveled to and how he decided to get involved in politics. Glenn discusses his collaborative approach to solving the cha…

In this episode of ConnectTheKnox I’m joined by Dave Hooker, owner of Off The Hook Sports. Dave is a Knoxville native who has made a name for himself breaking stories in sports and eventually creating his own sports media empire. In this episode, we discuss how the world of sports journalism has changed in the face of social media and a 24/7 news c…

Moshe the Chief Geek is my secret weapon when it comes to all things cybersecurity, and on this special episode of ConnectTheKnox, we’re covering all the best practices when it comes to protecting yourself online. Moshe explains how common phishing scams are, and why it’s important that real estate agents know exactly how to protect themselves and …

Marissa Kalsey is a pole vaulter and Olympic hopeful who moved to Knoxville to train with world-class coaches. In this episode of ConnectTheKnox, we explore how living in a central southern location like Knoxville affects training for track and field athletes. Marissa also describes the risk involved in pole vaulting, and the intense qualifying pro…

Zane Chavez is a former pro baseball player who has traveled all over the U.S. and to 5 different countries in his career. So what made him decide to settle in Knoxville and open up a training facility for aspiring young athletes? Zane answers these questions and more in this episode of ConnectTheKnox. Tune in to learn the role No Chance HQ has had…

Kole Cottam is a professional catcher for the Boston Red Sox and a long-time Knoxville resident. On this episode of ConnectTheKnox, Kole describes why he loves Knoxville compared to all the other cities in the country he’s traveled to as a professional ball player. Kole also reveals what he thinks can be done to attract younger residents to Knoxvil…

Episode Summary Gloria Johnson, State Representative in House District 90, is a former educator who ran for office after seeing certain political issues not getting the attention they deserved. On this episode of ConnectTheKnox, she describes what that journey was like and how important it is to get involved politically if there’s an issue that’s i…

Tammy White, President & CEO of Leadership Knoxville, came to Knoxville in 1990 and has been working to shape the growth of the city ever since. On this episode of ConnectTheKnox, she describes the incredible work that Leadership Knoxville is doing in our community, including the many programs they offer for UT Students, business executives, and th…

Randy Boyd, legendary Knoxville entrepreneur and current President of the University of Tennessee, is a lifelong Knoxvillian who’s dedicated to giving back to his community. On this episode of ConnectTheKnox, he describes how an early failed business in his career lead him to where he is today, and the work he’s doing to help send Tennessee kids to…

Michelle Lewis, Executive Director of the Loudon County Education Foundation, has been supporting excellence in local education for over 11 years. Watch this episode of ConnectTheKnox to learn how she got involved with LCEF, as well as how LCEF is supporting local educators and students. Michelle and Julia talk through some of their favorite LCEF f…

Marcus Hall, CEO of Marc Nelson Denim, has been bringing high-quality custom fashion to Knoxville for the past 13 years. Tune into this episode of ConnectTheKnox as he and Julia discuss how his great-grandfather and family ties to Knoxville inspired his journey, his focus on local manufacturing, and the growth he’s seen in Knoxville both as a busin…

With so many people moving to Knoxville, there’s no doubt that a woman-owned business like Eugenia Almeida’s A New Hue paint and plaster company is in high demand. Join me as we discuss why she chose to make Knoxville her home, her journey as an entrepreneur, and her mission to help future artists of Knoxville. Highlights: 00:00 Intro 01:16 Eugenia…

Some of the best Knoxville football talk comes from Fan Run Radio and LO is one of the hosts. _LowRain_ on instagram and twitter, LO is a local PT and avid Vols supporter. Join her on Overtime radio with Jake Miller weeknights from 6-8PM, https://fanrunradio.com/overtime-d-team-6-8pm/. LO is one of the top followed females in the Knoxville radio an…

Derrick Furlow, Jr, former VOL football player dives into his new company, Sports Life Business and what his plans are to help atheletes access mental health, financial success and NIL deals that are best. To connect with Derrick visit his website https://www.sportslifebusiness.com/ for more information and a FREE copy of his book, and for more inf…

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