Best Chuck Schmidt Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 024 - Buying a Cabin in the Smokies 40:22

4y ago40:22

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Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host in Episode 024 – Buying a Cabin in the Smokies – So you caught the bug and now you want to buy a cabin, rent it out and make gobs of money! Hold on there Buckaroo, there are some questions to be answered first. Take a close look at some of the things to consider when investing in a rental property in the Smokies for …

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Episode 023 - Seasons in the Smokies - Pros and Cons.mp3 47:57

4y ago47:57

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Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host in Episode 023 – Seasons in the Smokies – Pros & Cons, Join Chuck Schmidt, for an honest look at visiting the Smokies during each season. From the crowds in the Summer, the beautiful colors in the Fall, the explosion of wildflowers in the Spring and the silence of a Winter hike. What’s to love and not to love…that is…

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Episode 022 - Secret Places of the Smokies.mp3 43:39

4y ago43:39

43:39

Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host in Episode 022 – Secret Places of the Smokies, exploring little know secrets across all corners of the Smokies. Some of these secrets most travelers walk or drive by and never knew they were there.By Chuck Schmidt: Travel Host, Blogger and Podcaster

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Episode 021 - Shopping in the Smokies 33:26

4y ago33:26

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Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host in Episode 021 – Shopping in the Smokies – His, Hers, Theirs. Take a light-hearted look at shopping for her, him and both of you to make your Smokies vacation a bit more memorable.By Chuck Schmidt: Travel Host, Blogger and Podcaster

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Episode 020 - The Smokies at a Distance 30:57

4y ago30:57

30:57

Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host in Episode 020 – The Smokies at a Distance, exploring some of the lesser know trails and dining in and about the Great Smoky Mountains National Park area. If you want to come to the Smokies but avoid the crowds this is a must listen to episode.By Chuck Schmidt: Travel Host, Blogger and Podcaster

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Episode 019 - Pigeon Forge Update 2020 23:11

4y ago23:11

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Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host for a journey through Pigeon Forge and explore what’s new for 2020. From new attractions to updates to existing attractions and new places to dine we have all your information. Come join us, let’s see what’s new in Pigeon Forge.By Chuck Schmidt: Travel Host, Blogger and Podcaster

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Episode 018 - Smokies Reopening Update 5-21-2020 13:04

4y ago13:04

13:04

More of the Smokies is reopening! Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host for a journey through Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Sevierville and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park as well as surrounding communities in the aftermath of the COVID virus. Learn about the current update of attractions, hiking trails, dining, shopping and road closures. Plus, up t…

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Episode 017 - Smokies Reopening Update 5-14-2022 14:06

4y ago14:06

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Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host for a journey through Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Sevierville and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park as well as surrounding communities in the aftermath of the COVID virus. Learn about the updated status as of 5/14/2020 of attractions, hiking trails, dining, shopping and road closures. Plus, up to date information…

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Episode 016 - Smoky Mountains Area Reopening 18:01

4y ago18:01

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Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host for a journey through Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Sevierville and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park as well as surrounding communities in the aftermath of the COVID-19 virus. Learn about the current status of attractions, hiking trails, dining, shopping and road closures. Plus, up to date information regarding th…

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Episode 015 - COVID-19 and the Smokies 3:00

4y ago3:00

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Unfortunately, the COVID-19 Virus has impacted the Smokies Mountains area over spring break causing most businesses to close. Authorities are asking those people with travel plans to the Smokies to please change your plans and stay away from the area.By Chuck Schmidt

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Episode 014 - Gatlinburg Update 2020 17:33

4y ago17:33

17:33

By Chuck Schmidt

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Bonus Episode - Winterfest in the Smokies.mp3 27:48

4+ y ago27:48

27:48

Winterfest in the Smoky Mountains is a magical time of year. Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host for a tour of the area’s best events, attractions and holiday shows. See 15 Million Lights in 25 miles while visiting Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg and Dollywood.By Chuck Schmidt: Travel Host, Blogger and Podcaster

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Episode 012 - Season One Finale - Favorite Fives.mp3 40:37

4+ y ago40:37

40:37

Here we are, episode 12 the finale to season one. Join Chuck Schmidt, Travel Host and his list about our Favorite 5’s List. Most people coming to the Smokies nowadays only stay 3-4 days on average and then they are moving onto some other location: Nashville, Atlanta, Florida, who knows. With the Smokies being so centrally located to millions of tra…

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Episode 011 - Moonshine, Wine and Whiskey 28:36

4+ y ago28:36

28:36

Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host for a tour of the best Moonshine, Whiskey Distilleries and Wineries in the Smokies Mountains on this Podcast. Learn about the flavorful selection of moonshines, whiskeys and wines as we explore Kodak, Sevierville, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg search for our favorite spirits.…

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Episode 010 - Fall in the Smokies 34:58

4+ y ago34:58

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Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host for a quick view of Fall in the Smokies. Learn about the best places to see the brilliant colors of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park as well events and festivals in the surrounding communities. Learn about attractions, hiking trails, driving tours and more.By Chuck Schmidt: Travel Host, Blogger and Podcaster

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Episode 009 - Touring Wears Valley, Cades Cove and Townsend 44:48

4+ y ago44:48

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Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host for a journey through Wears Valley, Cades Cove, Townsend and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park as well as surrounding communities. Learn about attractions, hiking trails, the best places to dine as well as tips and suggestions for saving time and saving money on your vacation.…

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Episode 008 - Touring Dandridge, Douglas Lake and Cosby 37:09

4+ y ago37:09

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Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host for a tour of Dandridge, Douglas Lake and Cosby TN. Learn about different things to do on the other side of the park from waterfall hikes to boating to scenic drives. Discover the history of Dandridge, the recreation of Douglas Lake and the outdoor opportunities of Cosby There’s a ton to do on the other side of the S…

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Episode 007 - Touring Cherokee and Bryson City 42:22

4+ y ago42:22

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Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host for a tour of the Cherokee and Bryson City. Learn about different things to do on the other side of the park from waterfall hikes to historical hikes with interesting tunnels. Discover the heritage of the Cherokee people from a thriving nation to the heart-breaking Trail of Tears. Explore the Smoky Mountains Railway …

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Episode 006 - Tips on Renting the Perfect Cabin 35:39

5y ago35:39

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Nothing can ruin a vacation faster than staying in a cabin that’s dirty, poorly maintained, hard to get to misrepresented in its listing and has no cell service or Wi-Fi. Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host for his tips on what to look for when selecting you perfect cabin. Save yourself time, money and aggravation by following some common sense advise …

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Episode 005 - Visiting Great Smoky Mountains National Park 41:26

5y ago41:26

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Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host for a tour of the Great Smoky Mountains. Learn about different things to do in the park from waterfall hikes to scenic hikes with panoramic views visiting historical settlements and best place to go hiking with children. Chuck also covers the best driving tours for those that don’t want to hike. Included are also tip…

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Episode 004 - Touring Sevierville 21:02

5y ago21:02

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Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host for a Tour of Sevierville. Learn about attractions such as Forbidden Caverns and Foxfire Mountain. Learn about the best places to dine as well as some brief history on the area.By Chuck Schmidt: Travel Host, Blogger, Podcaster

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Episode 003 - Touring Pigeon Forge 36:56

5y ago36:56

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Join Chuck Schmidt on a tour of Pigeon Forge Tennessee. Learn about the attractions including Titanic, Dollywood, Alcatraz East Crime Museum and more. Learn about the best places to dine and some helpful tips on avoiding the crowds.By Chuck Schmidt: Travel Host, Blogger, Podcaster

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Episode 002 - Touring Gatlinburg 34:00

5y ago34:00

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Are you planning a vacation getaway to the Smoky Mountains? Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host for a journey through Gatlinburg. Learn about attractions, places to dine, how to get around as well as tips and suggestions for saving time and saving money on your vacation.By Chuck Schmidt : Travel Host, Blogger, Podcaster

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Episode 001 - Welcome to the Smokies! 37:34

5y ago37:34

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Are you planning a vacation getaway to the Smoky Mountains? Join Chuck Schmidt, travel host for a journey through Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Sevierville and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park as well as surrounding communities. Learn about attractions, hiking trails, the best places to dine as well as tips and suggestions for saving time and sa…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Chuck Schmidt Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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An Outsiders Guide to the Smoky Mountains

Chuck Schmidt

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Episode 024 - Buying a Cabin in the Smokies 40:22

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Episode 023 - Seasons in the Smokies - Pros and Cons.mp3 47:57

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Episode 022 - Secret Places of the Smokies.mp3 43:39

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Episode 021 - Shopping in the Smokies 33:26

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Episode 020 - The Smokies at a Distance 30:57

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Episode 019 - Pigeon Forge Update 2020 23:11

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Episode 018 - Smokies Reopening Update 5-21-2020 13:04

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Episode 017 - Smokies Reopening Update 5-14-2022 14:06

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Episode 016 - Smoky Mountains Area Reopening 18:01

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Episode 015 - COVID-19 and the Smokies 3:00

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Episode 014 - Gatlinburg Update 2020 17:33

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Bonus Episode - Winterfest in the Smokies.mp3 27:48

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Episode 012 - Season One Finale - Favorite Fives.mp3 40:37

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Episode 011 - Moonshine, Wine and Whiskey 28:36

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Episode 010 - Fall in the Smokies 34:58

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Episode 009 - Touring Wears Valley, Cades Cove and Townsend 44:48

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Episode 008 - Touring Dandridge, Douglas Lake and Cosby 37:09

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Episode 007 - Touring Cherokee and Bryson City 42:22

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Episode 006 - Tips on Renting the Perfect Cabin 35:39

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Episode 005 - Visiting Great Smoky Mountains National Park 41:26

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Episode 004 - Touring Sevierville 21:02

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Episode 003 - Touring Pigeon Forge 36:56

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Episode 002 - Touring Gatlinburg 34:00

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Episode 001 - Welcome to the Smokies! 37:34

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