The Upstate Trail Talks

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin chats with pro cyclist, artist, and all around incredible dude, TJ Eisenhart! TJ shares stories from his life long cycling career, how his interview with Lance Armstrong went viral, and how art helped him find purpose and balance in life. TJ also talks about the beginnings of Imaginary Bike Works located in GVL. TJ's work can be found here: https://www...

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin is joined by Vanessa Barnes, CEO of WorkSmart Staffing, a women owned staffing firm based here in the Upstate! Vanessa shares her journey leading to her CEO appointment and what separates WorkSmart from other staffing firms and how that leads to a number of success stories from employees and companies alike. This Weeks Sponsors: Carmella's Cafe and Des...

In this bonus episode of The Upstate Trail Talks, we had the honor and priviledge of capturing this  conversation by a panel of incredible women in our running community at the "Move Her Mind Greenville" event presented by ASICS. Erin Helbling leads a discussion alongside Ashley Pearson, Kristine Dibos, and Esther Atkins, about how running has impacted them, what motivates them, and how it's broug...

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin is joined by the lovely husband-wife duo behind Canvas Coffee + Art House, Arin and Genavieve Gilbert! The pair share their passions for coffee and art and how they found a way to combine them into an incredible business upon moving to GVL - roasting coffee, showcasing local art, and supporting the creative community, what could be better?

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin hits the trail with holistic nutritionist and founder of Sante Vie Wellness, Rebekah Fedrowitz. Rebekah shares her story about how her own health journey launched her career with helping women by focusing on their own functional and nutrition.  This Weeks Sponsors: Carmella's Cafe and Dessert Bar: https://carmellasdessertbar.com/

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin is joined by Anne McAneny, founder of Please Play Me Pianos. Though Anne is relatively new to the Upstate, her impact was almost instant with the launch of this non-profit bringing together art, music, and small business. The result: beautiful hand painted pianos at your favorite local spots! This Weeks Sponsors: Carmella's Cafe and Dessert Bar: https:...

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin is joined by James Garlington, an Upstate native who recently launched ElectroScapes. James talks about what it was like growing up here, and why during his role as Director of Grounds at Hartness, he made the decision to switch to all battery powered landscaping equipment for a quieter, energy efficient, experience for residents. This Weeks Sponsors:...

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin is joined by The Greenville Theatre's producing artistic director, Max Quinlan, as they get ready to kick off their 100th season of shows! Max shares how the theater has always been a part of his life and how his Broadway career helped him fall in love with Greenville. This Weeks Sponsors: Carmella's Cafe and Dessert Bar: https://carmellasdessertbar.co...

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin hits the trail with Dr. Austin Kocchi, founder of Swamp Rabbit Physiotherapy and Performance. You've probably seen Austin at any of the races across the Upstate helping runners and cyclists recover but now we get to hear his story and why his approach to physical therapy sets him apart. This Weeks Sponsors: Carmella's Cafe and Dessert Bar: https://carm...

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin is joined by co-founder of the Junkyard Fitness and founder of GVL Fit Fest, Marcus Brown. Marcus shares his story about growing up in the Upstate, starting the Junkyard from the ground up, and about the inaugural GVL Fit Fest coming up this Saturday! Register for GVL Fit Fest here: https://www.gvlfitfest.com/ This Weeks Sponsors: Carmella's Cafe and D...

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin is joined by Micah Candeletta Burklin, founder of Rana Golf. Micah is on a mission to make the game of golf more accessible for kids by helping them feel empowered with their own gear. Rana Golf puts top-quality products into the hands of kids so they can feel cool like mom and dad! Sponsor: Carmella's Cafe and Dessert Bar: https://carmellasdessertbar....

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin is joined by City Council candidate for the at-large seat, Matt Alexander. With his campaign in full swing, Matt takes some time to share his story of coming to Greenville via Furman, flying Blackhawk helicopters for the Army National Guard, and why he believes he will make a great representative for city council. Sponsor: Indie Craft Parade https://ww...

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin chats with Architect and founder of Creative Founder Design Studio, Jared Moore. Jared talks about how he's been designing housing from a young age, why he almost went to school for yacht design and how his unique process for designs helps his clients buuild their dream home.

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin is joined by Dani Mathews to talk all foodie-related things plus her new business! You may know her as @healthyishdani on social media where she shares her favorite recipes and places to go in the Upstate, but Dani also launched Best Best Media where she helps her clients in the food & bev industry grow their audience.

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin goes "off-roading" with XTERRA triathlete, Steve Croucher! Steve shares how his love for swimming and the outdoors eventually led him to add running and biking into the mix and compete in the off road sport.

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin is joined but writer, editor, and owner of Travelers Rest Here: Lacey Keigley! Which is perfect timing because Lacey also works with the TR Farmers Market, who just celebrated their 10th annual Tomato Sandwich Taste Off event last weekend. Join us for one delicious episode about everyone's favorite town north of Greenville.

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin is joined by the owner and CEO of Herlong Sotheby's International Realty herself, Joan Herlong! Joan invited Griffin out to walk the grounds of one of her beautiful real estate listings while she shares what brought her to the Upstate, building her real estate business, and watch Greenville "grow up" alongside her own family.

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin joins in on the hot conversation of affordable housing here in the Upstate abd luckily, he's joined by CEO of Affordable Upstate, Mario Brown. Affordable Upstate invests in and maintains naturally affordbale occurring housing in the area and Mario shares his story and how he hopes his business is impacting this issue!

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin in joined but the internet-famous, banjo man himself, Paul Hinton. Paul shares his love for the instrument and how he found himself going viral after making funny videos and sharing them online - and why he continues to do so in order to bring joy to others! Sponsor: Listeners get 15% off you stay at WYLDSTAY Greenville using code TRAIL! https://www.wy...

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, we are talking all things safety, what to do in the case of a collision on the trail, and how to best prevent them! Griffin is joined by Alex Stalvey, a partner at a GVL lawfirm with experience of personal injury cases involving accidents on the trail. We hope you never need this advice but definitely want you to hear it!

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin chats with Bishop Scott, CEO of Scout Mechanical, a new mechanical, electrical, plumbing company formed from succesful, longtime, local trades businesses here in the Upstate. This week's sponsor is WYLDSTAY Greenvile at Serenity Lake Farm: Book your stay with 15% off with code TRAIL. https://www.wyldstaygreenvillesc.com/ Join our newsletter: https://th...

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin joins Jack Bacot to hear all about his successful career creating and building magazines for wide range of clients before starting on this new adventure - Greenville Sports Foundation, an organization hoping to create and manage annual sporting events in the Upstate that drives economic development. This week's sponsor is WYLDSTAY Greenvile at Serenity...

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, we celebrate Episode 100 with Mayor of the City of Greenville, Knox White! Griffin and Mayor White walk and talk their way through his GVL roots, what inspired him to run for local office, and the story behind projects like Unity Park and the Swamp Rabbit Trail.

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, "we are all smiles" as we chat with Dr. Katie Pizzo about her new orthodontics practice! Dr. Katie shares her story of starting her own practice that focuses on creating a connection with her clients and transforming smiles that boost confidence. Take a listen!

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin strolls through Unity Park with Brice Smith, co-founder of Poe Mill Music - a new space for veteran and emerging musicians alike with recording studios, practice rooms, and a live music venue. Brice shares his vision for what Poe Mill Music can be for young musicians in the area and how a Nashville designer helped create this unique space.