Best Lookout Mountain Georgia Podcasts (2024)

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It's BLOCK PARTY Time Folks! It's 'Halloween on Hardy'! Saturday Oct 28, 2023 5:41

9M ago5:41

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Limos, Lip Fillers and Libations.... what more could you want?? Everyone is invited to come to the Mountain Hall next to the GA fire hall. The fun starts at 5:00pm ... remember to bring some cash for the donations. All proceeds go to support the Georgia Fire and Police. We hope to see YOU there! Spread the word! Find us at ... theMountainEcho.org P…

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2023: US Navy Flight Surgeon, Doctor, Priest, Missionary, Husband and Father - 92 Full Years and Going Strong, Lookout Treasure Harry Lawrence shares his life story and his advice for us all - Don't miss ... 54:36

10M ago54:36

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'The Hound of Heaven' This is a treat for the ears and the heart. Harry is a rare and blessed one indeed - Join us for a delightful discussion with a truly amazing man - Mr. Harry Lawrence. A graduate of the Caulkins School, then Lookout Mountain Elementary, then Baylor School, then Washington and Lee University and UT Memphis Medical School and th…

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"Lookout Says 'Thank You'" event - Lookout residents Invited this Wednesday morning, October 4th, at Canopy Coffee 2:45

10M ago2:45

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Residents of both town communities are invited to attend the "Lookout Says 'Thank You'" event at Canopy coffee from 9 until 10 am Wednesday morning October 4. This is the Lookout version of the national Coffee with a Cop event that is held nationwide on the first Wednesday of October in communities across the nation. The first event of this nationa…

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Labor Day Special Edition: From Band-Aids to Tasers, He’s Got You Covered; A Life of Service and Help: Meet our Town Marshall, Chief Duane Schermerhorn 1:11:27

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Dedication: This special ‘public servant/ law enforcement’ episode is dedicated to four of the finest public servants from this area: Bill Roy(decd.), Vietnam, Tenn Highway Patrol, US Postal Service and host's uncle; Virginia Roy Newberry(decd.), Hamilton County Sheriff’s Dept. and host's Mother: Mike Stro, Vietnam and Chatt Police Dept(TN Police O…

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A Very Civil Man on a Very Un-Civil War: Lookout Treasure and National Park Ranger Christopher Young Reminds Us of Our History and What It, 'America's Best Idea' Means to Him and His Life 1:21:30

12M ago1:21:30

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*NOTE - The Mountain Echo is honored to dedicate this amazing episode on Chattanooga history to a very dear and amazing Chattanooga native and former U.S. Forest Service District Ranger, Mr. Richard Thornburg, whose passion for all things good has no limits. After years of faithful, tough and excellent service in the field at different U.S. forests…

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From Log Cabin to Town Hall: Moving to Lookout and starting her family here, Brooke Pippenger is the new Town Consultant for Lookout Mtn., TN 51:22

12M ago51:22

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Humility and service are two words that quickly come to mind when one thinks about Brooke Pippenger. In her own words, she likes 'helping people, solving problems and valuing people'. Married to Andy, they moved to Lookout to raise a family - and boy have they. Living in their 'cabin in the woods' in the town of Lookout Mountain, TN, these two have…

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2023 The Torch passes hands at Lookout Mountain School; Thank you Ruth White, Welcome Emily Haney! 54:40

1y ago54:40

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She's headed north folks! With Georgia in the rearview mirror and Tennessee ahead, this lady is LMS bound - and boy are we lucky. A career educator, this lady is passionate about two things - the Lookout Mountain community and her mission of educating children. Just from what little time we have spent with Emily, it's doubtful this educator has yet…

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2023 A Walk in The Garden: Anyone want to own an Inn on Lookout? From Columbia via LA, Ed and Erma are now ready to pass the torch of The Garden Walk Inn 49:19

1y ago49:19

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Wow - two decades have passed since Ed and Erma Caballero arrived on Lookout and began their time as the innkeepers at our very own Garden Walk Inn, and now, they are retiring and ready to pass the torch. These two, love people and they love to offer food and shelter to travelers from all around the world and from our own neighborhood. Strong in th…

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tME Special July 4th Patriotic Music Episode 39:31

1y ago39:31

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Patriotic stories and music - enjoy Spread the word! Find us at ... theMountainEcho.org Please "Like" and 'subscribe' for notification of new episodes on your media player's podcast menu. FOLLOW us on our Facebook page! Also, many thanks for closing music featuring the Dismembered Tennesseans and vocals by the amazing Laura Walker singing Tennessee…

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2023 July 4th Special - 'Sounds of Service' Series: Desert Storm - US Marine Col Frank Hughes - 'For Love of Country and Family' 47:22

1y ago47:22

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This episode is dedicated to U.S. Marine Corporal Nathaniel Pena, who is serving at high levels of responsibility in Washington, D.C., and to his proud family back home in Austin, Texas. Thank you for your service Nathan. Frank shares as only a US Marine can, about life in the desert, leading young warriors, eating last and finally, the joy of comi…

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2023 July 4th Special - 'Sounds of Service' Series: VIETNAM - Judge Ralph Hill - 'For Love of God & Country' 32:48

1y ago32:48

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LaFayette son Ralph Hill, who hails from Hogansville, Georgia originally, shares a lot with listeners about a whole range of topics. He has a special message for all our listeners.... Your Honor, ...it's our honor...so thank you. Ralph shares about Hogansville, Vietnam, Sylvia, US Army, LMPC, Len Teague, Hank Currin, Bible study in Rossville, Pete …

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2023 July 4th Special - 'Sounds of Service' Series: KOREA - Ed Taliaferro - 'For Love of Country and Family', Ed shares about University of Chattanooga, Beating UT, US Army, Korea & Lookout Mtn GA living ... 30:06

1y ago30:06

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An epitome of a Lookout Mtn, Georgia couple who raised a family in Fairyland for decades, Edward and Wendy Taliaferro have done it all on Lookout. Please join in and hear about how this couple, became a family and survived military service and began their lives together on this mountain. Ed graciously and humbly tells his story of service, uncertai…

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The good folks at Lula Lake have a message for YOU: Special Open Gate Day for Lookout Residents and other news 8:06

1y ago8:06

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Join in for a quick message from our good friends at Lula Lake, well delivered by Daniel Roberts, about a special day coming up soon where the property is reserved for mountain residents to enjoy it. Daniel, yet again, does a really good job of laying out the plan and helping folks know what to expect. Also, a donation-collection point will be on-s…

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June - Buckle Up and Prepare for Takeoff! Captain Dan Carroll shares about his Big 3 Passions- Family, Flying and of course, Cars 1:05:18

1y ago1:05:18

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"Ready for Pushback" **may be a two-listen episode due to the longer run-time. In this longer episode, Dan Carroll shares delightful stories about his childhood, his parents, meeting his wife from Lookout Mtn for the first time, his family, his love of flying and his love of cars. This is a super fun episode full of laughs, edits, more laughs and a…

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June - Lookout Represented at the Royal Coronation: Graham Burns shares about her life on Lookout and attending King Charles' Coronation - her second one... 27:57

1y ago27:57

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Wow - where to begin? Graham Burns is a true Lookout Treasure and she recently sat to share with the Mountain Echo listeners about her family, her life on Lookout and her recent trip to London to attend the coronation of King Charles III. From her wonderful home (also her childhood home) on the brow, well-loved Graham graciously shares about her pa…

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June - Ann Brown speaks on Lookout's Amazing Garden Clubs, 'Battle of the Mountains' competition and the Pollinator Festival 23:51

1y ago23:51

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Join us for this special, summer 'conservation' episode and hear about many things on Ann's mind including: Lookout's amazing garden clubs - "cheaper than therapy", 'the little things that run the world', Bee City USA, monarch butterflies, Kenny the Caterpillar, Joe Wilson Park, Fairyland's new town hall, Father's Day bird houses for sale, Creek Fr…

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2023 Summer: Lookout's Community Summer Camp: Lookout Traditions and Treasures: Commons Camp and Gwin Tugman 35:45

1y ago35:45

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In this very timely and informative episode, Director of Lookout's community summer camp, 'Commons Camp' informs parents about the benefits and traditions of this favorite summer experience for neighborhood children. Gwin also opens up and shares about her childhood on Lookout, meeting her husband John, attending Commons Camp herself and finally ab…

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2022 August - Moving to Lookout, Devastating News, Battling Fear, and Walking for a Better Tomorrow - Welcome Hill Family! Lookout folks are here for you. 44:16

2y ago44:16

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Upbeat - brave - honest - fighter - tough - fearless - hopeful - beautiful These are some of the first words that come to mind when you listen to the amazing Amy J Hill. Her story is real, it is powerful, and it is hopeful. If you want to feel upbeat and NOT afraid then listen to Amy share her story. Moving to Lookout Mountain from Atlanta in early…

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2022 July - 100 Years in the Making - Seth Raynor's Old Course Vision...On A Cloud - Doug Stein shares about the Stein family, his friends, and his passion, the course on Lookout 1:07:31

2y ago1:07:31

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It's not really like other mountain courses...rather, it's more of a course... on a 'cloud'. Carter, Lupton, Probasco, Davenport, Oehmig, Dye, and of course Raynor - these are some of the many names who have all been an instrumental part of an amazing story, 100 years in the making. Hear from the wonderful mind, and heart, of Doug Stein about not j…

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2022 July - Lookout Youth Athletics Special Edition - Four days of heaven in Southaven Mississippi - Coach Ben Wharton shares about our neighborhood boys and their Grand Slam year taking them to the World ... 53:21

2y ago53:21

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Coach Ben Wharton shares some really good commentary about our community program on Lookout, many who contributed to its success this year from parents to company sponsors and even about each of the individual players. Join us for a wonderful and uplifting episode that will make you cheer and feel truly hopeful about the future. Hear Ben share abou…

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2022 July - Virginia Anne Manson discusses Lookout Mtn being the school board's new 'District 11' 36:09

2y ago36:09

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Join us for this bonus episode as longtime, mountain resident Virginia Anne Manson shares about herself, her background, her experience and her passions. Wow! Well done VA! Spread the word! Find us at ... theMountainEcho.org Please "Like" and 'subscribe' for notification of new episodes on your media player's podcast menu. FOLLOW us on our Facebook…

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2022 July - 'Oh The Places You'll Go' - Bobby Vannoy Answers the 'Call of The Wild' out West and aims for the Big Screen 52:25

2y ago52:25

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Lookout Mountain's Bobby Vannoy, is young, full of life and finding his future out west with film, climbing, school and adventure. Join us in this new episode for some really good insight on how many young folks are seeking less traditional methods to find their way and to find their life's direction. Bobby shares about growing up on Lookout and at…

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2022 July - Lookout's Amazing Lula Lake: Mother Nature's gift to us all has big news and a bright future! 49:41

2y ago49:41

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Daniel Roberts shares with our listeners about his personal journey to Lookout Mtn from out west and Yellowstone National Park as well as some really helpful info about Lula Lake Land Trust and how folks can enjoy this amazing natural beauty right here on Lookout Mountain. Daniel does a really good job of welcoming everyone from school groups to we…

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2022 July - The Workmans share about moving from California to Tennessee, Loving Lookout and the July 4th Parade 48:58

2y ago48:58

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Join us in this episode and hear from Justin(NJ) and Michelle(CA) Workman about their journey in searching for a new home and the process they used to discover not just Chattanooga, but also Lookout Mountain. Justin does a great job of supporting Michelle's great ideas, and they each own and operate businesses in the community as well as parent two…

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2022 June - Special 'Garden Club' Edition - The Annual Garden Tour comes to Lookout! - Hear Master Gardener Scott Drucker share about the "Big Event" this weekend on Lookout 44:36

2y ago44:36

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The 2022 Annual Garden Tour is occurring this weekend and the focus area for the first time in a decade is.....Lookout Mountain! It's not just for the Master Gardeners anymore...anyone with a $20 ticket can attend and you have two whole days to see about 8 gardens all around Lookout Mountain. Garden designer and installer Scott Drucker shares a lit…

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2022 June - Summertime Special Art Edition - Laura Moore Scorey shares about her journey back to Lookout and her thoughts about Art and Life 54:20

2y ago54:20

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Dedication: This episode is dedicated to local, Chattanooga physician and all-around great person Dr. William 'Blake' Haren who has served and continues to serve selflessly here in town with the mental health needs of so many. We are so fortunate to have him, his talents and many others like him here, helping us all navigate these tough times. This…

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2022 June - The torch passes to the new generation at Rock City - Doug Chapin shares his hopes and dreams for the future of this special place 1:06:55

2y ago1:06:55

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Rocky the Elf 's secret identity is finally revealed during this sit-down expose on the one and only, the magical Rock City. In this episode, we sit and talk with the new leader of this organization, Doug Chapin who has returned to try his hand at leading this large community employer and southeast legend. Many thanks to Doug and his team for organ…

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2022 June - William Riddle shares thoughts on his world and the world around him in this salute to all the graduates of the Class of 2022! 48:08

2y ago48:08

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Wow - Where to begin? Join tME for this excellent, uplifting and very thought-provoking episode featuring a local, mountain resident who is a member of this year's, high school graduating class - The Class of 2022. In part one, William shares personal thoughts about the world around him each day and the people, events and experiences that have occu…

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2022 May - "A paper of fact, fun and fancy" - Editor Ferris Robinson gives a behind the scenes talk on The Mountain Mirror and shares about her passion for family, friends, the paper and Loving Lookout ... 1:07:32

2y ago1:07:32

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Come hear the sweet and great Ferris Robinson talk about her love of people and of Lookout in this super episode focused mainly on The Mountain Mirror paper and its operation. Ferris does a wonderful job of praising multiple mountain families with names such as: Parker, Raul, Campbell, Persinger, Glasscock and others. Also hear about the history of…

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2022 May - 'New Mtn Sounds Episode' - Come hear Paul Babin share thoughts on Moving to Lookout from Buckhead, Engineering for college students, biking the Mountain, joining LMPC and Taps Across America ... 43:38

2y ago43:38

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Join us for this episode of tME and hear how new(er) residents Paul and Pam Babin chose to leave the Buckhead neighborhood of Atlanta behind and move to Lookout Mountain in 2020. They chose 'us' for many reasons and in this episode, hear Paul talk about life in the big city, his family, and the factors that helped them ultimately choose Lookout. Th…

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2022 May - Mountain Sage Milly Rawlings shares about Dolly Parton, Walton's Mountain, The Outlook Club and her Love of people 50:38

2y ago50:38

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Hear why Milly Rawlings is a mountain treasure herself in this episode where Milly sits down with the Mountain Echo and shares with listeners about her life, living in Nashville, being an Army wife and then coming to Lookout Mountain. She and her husband Peter, a popular local pediatrician have raised three amazing, servant-leader children here in …

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2022 May - Matt McLelland shares his 'Covenant' with the great outdoors as he Loves Lookout and keeps the 'big wheels turning' 58:43

2y ago58:43

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Join us in this episode as mountaineer Matt McLelland discusses himself, his family, his work and his passion for the great outdoors with all types of great activity ideas for folks and families to do here on Lookout, in the region, out west and around the globe. This wide rangeing episode covers many topics of local interest from the internet to t…

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2022 - Finally, after 3 years...It's Time! The Fairyland Festival Returns! Hear from Carla Zink - school parent and PTO member, on what to expect for Tuesday May 3 16:15

2+ y ago16:15

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This quick episode is concerning a cherished tradition of the entire Lookout Mountain community - The Fairyland Festival. Join in and hear from one of the many organizers, and school parent, Carla Zink as she shares her excitement about the return of this incredibly fun event for the first time since 2019 - three years ago! Hear about the different…

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2022 April: Meet Hugh Morrow and hear him keep Lookout, "in the know" on "Battle Below the Clouds" BBQ event Sat April 23 at Ruby Falls 20:23

2+ y ago20:23

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Join Hugh, President and CEO of Ruby Falls and 60 yr mountain resident, for a super fun and informative episode regarding a very important issue - pediatric cancer. Hugh along with Jim and Cindy Webster of The Barn Nursery fame along with a huge team of folks will host the 7th annual fundraiser in honor and loving memory of brave Lana Beth Webster.…

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Season One: April - Mississippi Son, Hoppin’ Howard Brown is on The Lookout giving his 'secret-sauce, inside info' on Yoga, Faulkner, Poetry and Biking - Give him 3 feet please! Live from East Brow, and ... 41:12

2+ y ago41:12

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Damn the man is good, said all! I enjoyed the time spent just listening to him, "The Dreamer" as his equally impressive wife Ann describes him. Howard goes in fascinating, courtroom like cadence as he weaves his tale from New Albany - Mississippi to Lookout Mountain and A LOT in between. Wow. He is one busy fella! Watch out! Don't hit him! He is of…

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Season One: April - Fairyland Special Edition - Jimmy Campbell shares thoughts and stories from inside Lookout's new Fairy Garden 46:54

2+ y ago46:54

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Ireland, fairies, fairy rings, the historic Lookout ice storm of 1960, the new town center, carpet baggers, moonshine trails, New York City, perfumes, Chattanooga innovation, Bee City USA, Lookout Mtn garden clubs, Fairyland School, Glen Falls, Guild Trail, Covenant College, walking trails, land conservation and especially fairies, Jimmy shares his…

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Season One: April - Jeanne Crawford shares "Mountain Memories" of a Lookout Love Enduring - featuring sabre-tooth tigers, cave rescues, Babe Ruth, The Manhattan Project and LMS 42:35

2+ y ago42:35

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I think she's 29 and holding! Join us in this history laden episode for a great sit-down at a place many of us zoom by daily - the Mountain Memories shop on Scenic Hwy. Third generation operator Jeanne Crawford shares a very personal and heart-felt message of a love that has endured for generations here on Lookout. With fascinating stories of her f…

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Season One: March - Meet Brandon Adams - The Keeper of the Commons 18:43

2+ y ago18:43

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Join us in this episode as we meet and hear from a valuable member of the Scott Shell Team - Brandon Adams. Brandon is one of our great town employees who works day in and day out doing his part, to help make living on Lookout lovable. His main areas are the athletic fields and the Commons area in general. Litter is his nemesis along with people wh…

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Season One: Sunday April 3 will be the Hello St. Elmo! Street Festival and Parades 11:08

2+ y ago11:08

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This coming Sunday, April 3, will be the much-anticipated spring festival Hello St. Elmo! Families can plan to make a late afternoon and early evening of the event as multiple food vendors will be on hand. The event is 4 until 8pm and occurs on St. Elmo Avenue and will feature 3 main things: the opening of the newest section of the Tennessee Riverw…

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Season One: March - Scott Shell - Opening Up "The Shell" on Youth Athletics, The Parade and Commons Camp 29:54

2+ y ago29:54

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Join us in this episode for some very helpful information about two main topics: youth athletic offerings and summer camp. Scott, or rather "Coach Scott" does a fantastic job of highlighting the actual offerings and providing seasoned insight about each. Scott outlines a seamless, annual cycle of registrations and a strong process that supports the…

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Season One: March - Ann Caldwell - Trash Talkin' on Lookout - Be there Saturday April 2! 15:59

2+ y ago15:59

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Join us for a quick episode announcing the upcoming community event - Lookout for Litter on Saturday April 2 (rain date of April 23) - both Saturdays. Ann shares her passions for the environment and the cleanliness of our neighborhood as she describes the origins and care of this fun event. Ann even issues a heart-felt welcome for parents and child…

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Season One: March - Jennifer Crutchfield - Did that REALLY happen on Lookout Mountain? 48:06

2+ y ago48:06

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Join local historian Jenny Crutchfield for a great discussion of amazing stories surrounding Lookout Mountain and its history with insights on landmarks and people going back over the ages. From Native Americans to pioneers to the Generals and Presidents fighting a Civil War, Jenny recounts many quick stories of interest to local history. With a fo…

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Season One: April - Spring Planting Special - Ann Brown's yard advice on flowers and trees for the birds and bees 42:40

2+ y ago42:40

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Ann Brown joins us at the Mountain Echo for a very informative and enjoyable talk about our yards and conservation efforts here in our neighborhood. Ann does an excellent job of explaining her version of, "the birds and the bees". Also hear about opportunities for neighbors to join local garden clubs and join in the ongoing effort here on the mount…

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Season One: March - Carol: Global Travel and her German Shepherd Kaia 49:53

2+ y ago49:53

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We hear from Carol, a recently retired doctor who now enjoys spending her time travelling the globe, landscape designing her newly acquired, wooded lot and rescuing German shepherds like her newest - Kiah. Many thanks to Carol for an excellent talk and such an enjoyable spirit in all that she does - especially as she rescues dogs. Thank you Carol! …

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Season One: March - Good Shepherd School - Every Day is a New Adventure! Hear all about it from the Director 49:41

2+ y ago49:41

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Hear from Sandy Skorput, Director at Good Shepherd School, on all the fun and exciting news at this wonderful, neighborhood pre-school - a partner with Good Shepherd Episcopal Church and a true blessing for the Lookout Mountain community. Sandy was so gracious and kind and giving with her time and we are very thankful for that. Thank you Sandy! Mar…

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March 2022 tME podcast overview and promo 7:27

2+ y ago7:27

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In this episode, we simply inform the listener about the goals and areas of focus for this community podcast. This brief overview will help the audience know what to expect in the coming episodes and it asks for folks to share the website and to help spread the word to both "on" and "off" mountain folks - both in and out of town - so they can all l…

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