Pocono Mountains Podcast

Season 3, Episode 19 - Eating in the Pocono Mountains just keeps getting better and better with diverse offerings across our small towns and various corners of the region. There are all sorts of delicious dining spots but one is about as authentic as it gets: La Posada and Felix’s Cantina in Milford and is named after the late Mexican immigrant, Felix Rosado. His family carries on his traditions a...

Season 3, Episode 18 - There has been a lot of development happening across the Poconos. Great Wolf Lodge is expanding and just unveiled its new water slides and outdoor waterpark. The villas and rooms are next! Plus, desaki’s upscale hotel, The Swiftwater, is on the way too! And now, Serenité , a Private Residence Club is on its way to being the go-to for private getaways atop Camelback Mountain...

This month on Pocono Mountains Magazine Deanna climbs atop Blue Mountain's Summit Adventure Park, samples a little bit of everything for visitors in the Lehighton area, Brianna shares the history at the Antoine Dutot Museum and immerses you in nature at the Tannersville Cranberry Bog and Preserve plus interviews NASCAR driver Brennan Poole at Pocono Raceway. Jim introduces the new art gallery...

Season 3, Episode 17 - A new home for the arts and artists in Honesdale and Wayne County. The Wayne County Arts Alliance in its new home on Main Street in Honesdale is part of a transformation of the group’s newly acquired building and gallery and part of a robust arts scene across the region and especially in Wayne County. The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred s...

Season 3, Episode 16 (Flashback to S1E18) - The Pocono Mountains is home to plenty of public parks including national and state parks that offer so much for everyone! Go along with Chris & Ashley as they visit Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, Promised Land State Park and find out the latest addition to Hickory Run State Park! The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and...

Season 3, Episode 15 - We have no shortage of camps throughout the Pocono Mountains. There are a few dozen in Wayne County alone and in Pike County, quite a few draw kids from all over the map year after year.. and in Camp Oneka’s case that’s been a tradition 115 years strong this year. 1908 is when the camp on the shores of Fairview Lake near Lake Wallenpaupack got its start and has led to 3rd an...

Season 3, Episode 14 - The Pocono Mountains is home to so many different trails. Some are in the state or national parks and wind along ridges, through forests and alongside bodies of water. Some cut right through towns and connect the communities in more ways than one. And that’s exactly what has happened along the Delaware and Lehigh National Heritage Corridor. The  D&L Trail , as it’s affec...

This month on  Pocono Mountains Magazine : Jim checks out the new upgrades and offerings at  The Lodge at Woodloch , a world-famous destination spa resort. Deanna becomes a NASCAR driver for the day at  Stock Car Racing  Experience ahead of race weekend at  Pocono Raceway . Then, she and Chris get an update on the exciting additions coming to  desaki  and  Great Wolf Lodge . Brianna finds relaxati...

Season 3, Episode 13 - Pride Month may be ending but pride is a year-round feeling for the Pocono Mountains including within two mayors who are representative of the LGBTQ+ community as well as their respective boroughs. Mayor Sean Strub of Milford and Mayor Mike Moreno of Stroudsburg . Jim Hamill spoke with both mayors about their community pride and more! The Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau cel...

Season 3, Episode 12 - We are fortunate to have some great roads for motorcycles and bikes here in the Pocono Mountains. One of the most recognizable names in custom motorcycles spends time making creations at the mecca of Harley Davidson along Interstate 80 in Tannersville. That’s Pocono Mountain Harley Davidson . And Rick Petko – from American Chopper. Brianna sat down with him for a brief chat...

Season 3, Episode 11 - The Pocono Mountains is home to so many different trails. Some are in the state or national parks and wind along ridges, through forests and alongside bodies of water. Some cut right through towns and connect the communities in more ways than one. And that’s exactly what has happened along the Delaware and Lehigh National Heritage Corridor. The  D&L Trail , as it’s affec...

This month on Pocono Mountains Magazine: Jim previews summer at Pocono Raceway, Camelbeach, Pocono Organics and Pocono Whitewater's Big Day Out and for Pride Month, he introduces us to two Pocono mayors who represent the LGBTQ+ community too! Deanna heads out on Lake Wallenpaupack with Pocono Action Sports and hits the trail on e-bikes with Bronson E-Bikes then joins Chris for a tour of histor...

Season 3, Episode 10 (Flashback to S2E6) - We tee up some conversation with golf guru Greg Wall at the historic  Pocono Manor Golf Course  and go down memory lane to recount the big names who played the course. Get the  2023 Golf-A-Round Card  today! The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns...

Season 3, Episode 9 - The Pocono Mountains is home to so many different trails. Some are in the state or national parks and wind along ridges, through forests and alongside bodies of water. Some cut right through towns and connect the communities in more ways than one. And that’s exactly what has happened along the Delaware and Lehigh National Heritage Corridor. The D&L Trail , as it’s affecti...

Season 3, Episode 8 - Our region is home to many entrepreneurs, from the hospitality side of things, we highlight them at just about every turn here on the podcast. Also – there are makers, creative individuals who use their hands, their tools and their minds to develop projects and notable products that make our Poconos as unique as it is! We’ll introduce you to Brittany with Goods and Grain who...

This month on Pocono Mountains Magazine: Brianna shows us the progress underway with Great Wolf Lodge's major expansion, then escapes in more ways than one at Trap Door Immersive Experiences and Madness Distillery . Jim previews the Lost Highway Motorcycle Show & Concert at the recently-opened Poconos Park entertainment venue, then visits Goods & Grain to see how this small business le...

Season 3, Episode 7 - Bar Louis at the Hotel Fauchere is an absolute treat. Just like a lot of other amazing culinary experiences in the Pocono Mountains. Foodies of all kinds can enjoy what this Milford treat has to offer. It’s a new take on the same hip Bar Louis, new menu, cocktail menu too, and seating area upgrades too. But the iconic image of Andy Warhol and John Lennon remains right behind...

Season 3, Episode 6 - Madness Distillery & Tasting Rooms source spirits from all over the world for patients and guests to test. The location in Bartonsville is part of the Immersive Experience business called Trap Door . The owner’s idea to provide escape room participants with a celebratory adult beverage after their experiences led to the distillery that’s just a tad… mad. Brianna Strunk ha...

Season 3, Episode 5 - We’re talking all about the Earth and what comes from it! This weekend is Earth Day – a perfect opportunity to help Pick Up the Poconos and remember to leave no trace. Hundreds of volunteers will head out to pick litter and make our roadways, public spaces and more clean and green. Speaking of green, this weekend is also the first time Pocono 420 – The Pennsylvania Cannabis F...

Season 3, Episode 4 - Wayne County has a long history of dairy farming, supporting the local food scene with farm fresh produce and more. Pocono Television Network launched a three part series on farming in the Northern Poconos, three Pocono Perspectives at three farms in Wayne County, part of the Agrolegacy of the region. Chris Barrett wanted to learn more about the importance of  farms  and farm...

This month on Pocono Mountains Magazine: Brianna has an update on how tourism continues giving back in the Poconos by way of Mount Airy Casino Resort , stops by a longtime candy destination ( Callie's Candy Kitchen ) just in time for Easter, then visits Country Junction - The World's Largest General Store , a great place for some rainy day fun! Jim takes his daughter on a VIP experience at...

Season 3, Episode 3 (Flashback to S2E3) - It is now spring and with it will come warmer weather thankfully! While there is plenty to enjoy, there is also a word of caution to residents and visitors alike to be vigilant when it comes to the outdoors and ticks. Learn about the amazing program in place at East Stroudsburg University that handles testing of those ticks. Brianna Strunk sat down at the...

Season 3, Episode 2 - Pocono Television Network has been around since 2018. Jim and Brianna were fortunate enough to join in 2019 and Chris has always headed up the hosting and added a new co-host in 2022, Deanna Fontanez. Deanna is no stranger to the Poconos. In fact, she dreamt of being a host of a travel show when she grew up. We caught up with Deanna after a shoot for the April episode of Poco...

Season 3, Episode 1 - Wayne County has a long history of dairy farming, supporting the local food scene with farm fresh produce and more. Pocono Television Network launched a three part series on farming in the Northern Poconos, three Pocono Perspectives at three farms in Wayne County, part of the Agrolegacy of the region. Chris Barrett wanted to learn more about the importance of farms and farmer...

This month on Pocono Mountains Magazine: Brianna showcases the big changes in store for the newly-renamed Pocono Premium Outlets , gets creative at Main Street Makery , then visits Siamsa Irish Pub , re-opened just in time for St. Patrick's Day. Jim tours the largest maple farm in PA, Pocono Mountain Maple/ Lake Russell Maple , checks out what's on the menu at Macaluso's near Jim Thorpe, and share...