Johnson City Living

Today's guest is Kim Blaine, owner of Downtown Yoga Center. Johnson City Living is a proud member of the Market Street Media family of podcasts. The full Market Street Media roster includes: Better Every Day with Brad Weems I See You, Mama: A Maternal Mental Health Podcast with Kristina Dulaney Marketing That Works with Drew Bedard Johnson City Living with Leighton Hart Measure Once, Cuss Twice wi...

Today’s guest is a newcomer to Johnson City, but he’s connected with a Johnson City icon.  Tyler Deaver is the new head golf professional at the Johnson City Country Club. If you’re new to the area or don’t know much about the country club, the club was established in 1913 and the golf course was designed by one of golf’s legendary course designers, A.W. Tillinghast.  If you’ve ever played a round...

Our guest on the Johnson City Living podcast today is Lindsey Mitchell, founder of Mayfair Market and The Table at Mayfair Market. Lindsey and her husband Patrick (along with their four young kids) recently moved BACK to Johnson City after spending a few years in Savannah. Before they moved to Savannah, Lindsey started a business from home called The Table, which provided delicious ready-when-you-...

Today I'm talking with downtown Johnson City husband and wife entrepreneur duo Craig Charles and Wendy Charles.  Craig Charles is the owner of Craig's Crown Cutz barber shop and Crown Cutz Academy barber college. Wendy Charles is the owner of J. Clare's nail salon.  We talk about what brought Craig to Johnson City from Boston (and why he stayed) and how they're transforming lives at the barber col...

In today's episode of the Johnson City Living podcast, we're talking with Will Odom, area director for Young Life and creator of a quarantine side project that's creating a lot of buzz in Johnson City. In the episode, Will talks about how he and his wife Jessica recently stumbled into making bagels in their home kitchen, and how they're dishing those bagels out to friends all over town with surpri...

Today’s interview is one we recorded live and in person in the Market Street Media studios in downtown Johnson City. And I’m glad we got to record it in person because it ended up being a really lovely conversation. My guest for today’s episode is Tina Wilson. Tina Wilson is the owner of Tina Wilson Photography and Reclaimed Inspired Goods . In our conversation, we talk about Tina’s early days in...

I’m interrupting our normal cycle to bring you a quick interview I did this week with Mary Ellen Miller. Mary Ellen is an experienced communications and public relations executive with experience not only in handling and responding to crises but also with another topic many of us are learning about for the first time, which is being effective while working at home. If you find yourself trying to j...

Here at the world headquarters of Johnson City Living we’re charging forward with our episodes. I know you’re not spending as much time in the car, but I want you to have new stuff at your fingertips for that extra walk around the neighborhood or yard project you’re working on. Today’s guest is Andy Dietrich. Andy is one of the owners of Champion Chevrolet Cadillac on the Bristol Highway in Johnso...

This week we’re talking with Ashley Cox, author of the book Transform Your Stories: Overcome Your Toxic Stories, Become a Courageous and Confident Leader, and Impact the World. Ashley is an experienced HR professional, with experience training leaders for companies like Kroger and J. Crew; and now runs her own HR consulting business. She’s also a leadership coach and mentor to female professionals...

In today’s interview I’m talking with Kristan Spear and Leslie Salling from the United Way of Washington County, TN. Kristan is United Way’s president and CEO and Lesie is director of resource development. The United Way serves Johnson City, Jonesborough, and Washington County and helps provide funding for agencies like the Red Cross, Salvation Army, Coalition for Kids, and Keystone Dental Care. I...

Today we’re talking with Valentina Escobar Gonzalez, founder of Beyond Engagement Social Media Solutions . Valentina is a native of Miami and in our conversation she talks about what brought her to Johnson City, and how she launched her business after moving here. I’ll tell you, after hearing Valentina’s story, I have a lot of respect for what she’s accomplished. She moved here not knowing a soul,...

Did you know there’s a restaurant in Johnson City where the menu changes daily, featuring entrees like Cuban Mojo Pork and Black Pepper Chicken Breast...sandwiches like Pimiento Grilled Cheese or Roasted Beef with Onion Jam and White Cheddar? Did you know this restaurant is located right in the heart of West Walnut Street, close to downtown, ETSU, the VA, and the Medical Center? And did you know t...

Today’s guest on the Johnson City Living podcast is Kat Latham. In 2014, Kat and her husband Eric opened Johnson City Brewing Company in downtown Johnson City. At the time, they were the only brewery in Johnson City, and of course in the years since, brewing in downtown has flourished as others have followed the path that Kat and Eric paved. Also, there’s something really important I need to tell...

Today's guest is Brent Long, owner of London Living. Brent has been building and renovating properties for over 10 years, and is the developer behind one of downtown Johnson City's marquee properties, the building that houses London's Lofts and the Trek store. Brent also owns and manages multiple apartment buildings and short-term AirBnB rentals. In the interview, Brent tells the story of how he m...

Today we're talking with Pai & Christina Mushayamunda about their experiences as an interracial and intercultural married couple in Johnson City. By day, the Mushayamundas are dedicated community servants. Christina teaches freshman English at Science Hill High School and Pai is the chief operating officer for Good Samaritan Ministries in downtown Johnson City. When they're not at their day jo...

Today we're talking with Bob Cantler, president and CEO of the Chamber of Commerce serving Johnson City, Jonesborough, and Washington County. In the episode, you'll hear Bob talk about: - where the highest economic growth is happening in Johnson City - the most pressing issue facing the city right now - why retirees and young professionals will play a huge part in the city's future Johnson City Li...

In today's episode, we're talking with Dianna Cantler , director of downtown development for the Johnson City Development Authority. Dianna's job is helping downtown Johnson City thrive by enhancing the look and feel of the place, attracting people downtown to eat, shop, and hangout, and getting entrepreneurs and property owners the resources they need to succeed. Johnson City Living is a proud me...

In this episode we're talking with Chef Nathan Brand , owner of Timber! in Johnson City, Tennessee. Nathan opened Timber! in 2019 after running a successful, experimental pop-up cafe inside Dos Gatos Coffee Bar called The Orchard Mason. In the interview, Nathan shares: - how his food career started in a food court ice cream shop - what it's like making 12 drinks in 15 minutes at a barista competit...

If you’re a mom, considering becoming a mom, are married to or in a relationship with someone who may eventually become a mom...I hope you find today’s conversation helpful. Today I’m talking with Kristina Dulaney. Kristina is a registered nurse, a mom, and founder of a Johnson City nonprofit called Cherished Mom . Cherished Mom provides education and support to moms, partners, spouses and caregiv...

In today's episode, I'm sharing a list of podcasts that are made right here in Johnson City, Tennessee. Johnson City Living is a proud member of the Market Street Media family of podcasts. Market Street Media makes starting your own podcast insanely simple.

On today's episode of Johnson City Living... Host Leighton Hart talks with Jessica Edmisten, owner of The Syrup Shop, a local retailer selling handmade elderberry and eldermac (elberberry and sumac) syrups to help people fight off symptoms of allergies, colds, and flu. Jessica shares her story of how her business has grown from a simple experiment in her kitchen to a fully equipped commercial kitc...

In today's episode, we're having a chat with Jenna Moore , the director of sales for Johnson City's Convention & Visitors Bureau. It's Jenna's job to lure big groups of tourists (think business conferences, big seminars, and motorcycle riders) to Johnson City, where they stay in our hotels, eat in our restaurants, and shop in our stores. In the episode we talk about how her first job in local...

I'm really excited to bring you today's episode of Johnson City Living, which features an interview with Josh Smith from WJHL-TV. Josh is familiar to all of us as the anchor, along with Sara Diamond, of WJHL's evening newscasts. He's one mustache away from being Johnson City's own Ron Burgundy. In our interview, we talk about what it's like covering news in a town we know and love, and how Johnson...

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In today's episode of Johnson City Living, I'm talking with Drew Bedard. In addition to being a great friend, Drew is VP of Marketing and Communications for Bristol Motor Speedway. Drew tells us what lured him and his wife Jessica away from their home in Charlotte to put down roots in Johnson City, and about the role Bristol Motor Speedway plays in making the Appalachian Highlands a lovely place t...