The Upstate Trail Talks

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin is joined by Greenville's City Manager, Shannon Lavrin. Shannon talks about growing up around the corner in Asheville, what she learned while working in city government in Tennessee, and how she quickly ascended to be Greenville's first female city manager!

On this week of The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin chats with City Councilwoman Dorothy Dowe in the final weeks of her re-election campaign! She shares about finding her way to Greenville, several career transitions, and what led her to join city council.

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin gets on a new kind of trail - the campaign trail! With the city council election coming up, Griffin got the chance to chat with candidate Randall Fowler about what he loves about Greenville and why he wants to be a part of city government.

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin is joined by one of the co-owners of Rebel Rabbit, Billy Goldsmith. Billy talks about the idea of Rebel Rabbit seltzers as an alternative to alcohol, the science behind their Delta-9 infused beverages, and what the company's hope for the future is as they strive to grow with Greenville's manufacturing industry.

On this episode of The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin gets the day started at Unity Park with Jay Baker, a long time Greenville resident, photographer, athlete, and entertainer. Listen in to see how Jay combines his love of photography with his love of running here in the Upstate!

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin hits the trail with Grant Cox - former Clemson Baseball player, motivational speaker, and Greenville native. Grant shares his powerful story about overcoming struggles and how that has impacted him today.

This week on The Upstate Trail Walks, Grffin heads to Travelers Rest to meet with part of the team behind the Farmers Market, Jessica Mullen. Jessica shares everything that the organization offers and how it impacts everyone in the community, from the farmers and business owners, to neighbors and visitors to the area!

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin walks and talks with Bryon Leggett, one of the owner's of Clemson's first brewery - Kite Hill Brewing. Bryon shares how he met his business partner Bobby while they were students and how years later they decided to head back to Tiger Town to open up a brewery.

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin flies high on the Flying Rabbit Adventures ropes course with owner Jonathan Simmons to talk about the aerial park, conservation, and keeping the "Green" in Greenville!

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks: Griffin is joined by Drew Parker, founder of the Parker Group, whose real estate business and development work on projects throughout the city have made it "a great place to live, work, and play!"

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin is joined by Reagan Davis to learn all about her nutrition and training business based here in the Upstate. Reagn talks about achieving and maintaining an overall healthy lifestyle as well as discusses her experience competing in Hyrox races!

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin is joined by Greenville native and local musician, Brooks Dixon, to discuss his new album "Rhododendron Highway." Brooks also shares what it was like growing up in Greenville and how that inspires his songwriting.

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin chats with JP and Ryland Rainsford, owner's of the Greenville favorite - Scout's Donuts! Listen as JP and Ryland share what brought them to Greenville, how they decided to build a business as a family, and of course, how they make their favorite donut flavors. You won't want to miss this sweet episode!

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks: Griffin meets up with Richie Mata'afa, owner of Daylight Burrito, on the Trail. Richie shares how cooking was his way of connecting with his family, and how he wants to continue creating a sense of community to Greenville - in the form of a San Diego style burrito!

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin is joined by the owner and head chef of one downtown Greenville's favorites: Jianna. Michael talks about his past experiences learning from some of the best chefs around, what brought him here to Greenville, and what inspires him now!

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin is back on the Greenline Extension with Anna Bullock - a Greenville native, brand strategist, and photographer - to hear about how she uses her talents to help make people's creative vision happen.

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin gets to chat with the owners of Oconee County's first brewery: Keowee Brewing Company. Take a listen to hear Alex and Allison's story of how they got started brewing some of the finest beer in Seneca.

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin is joined by Steve Leitch, a local Ultra Distance athlete who has recently completed the first leg of the Oceans Seven challenge. Steve explains that he didn't accomplish this impressive feat for himself but to raise money and support for a local Greenville ministry. Tune in to hear more!

This week on the Upstate Trail Talks: Griffin gets a lesson in beer brewing! Today we are joined by Kathy Horner and Liability Brewing Company to hear all about how they grew from home brewing to producing an award winning beer here in the Upstate!

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin is joined by Greenville City Councilman, Wil Brasington, who tells his story about wanting to serve others in his community. Starting as Clemson student body president to representing his neighborhood association and eventually getting involved with Greenville city government. Wil also discusses his role as the Executive Director of the Clemson Alumni...

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin heads back to Unity Park to get the inside "scoop" on Clare's Creamery with owner, Caitlin Hayes. Caitlin shares all about her passion for ice cream and how it all led to opening one of Greenville's favorite ice cream shops. Take a listen - then go get a scoop!

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin is joined by Kathleen Reynolds at Unity Park who shares all about her love of interior design and her favorite things about living in Greenville!

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin wraps up the second half of the Boyds' interview. Elyssa dives into her craft of letterpress printing and why she thought Greenville was the perfect place to launch her business, Salt and Paper Press. Take a listen to hear the rest of their story and what they love about Greenville!

On this week of The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin hits the trail with Andy and Elyssa Boyd, each of whom has their own unique business here in Greenville. In Part 1, we hear from Andy as he discusses his love for games and storytelling and how this lead to the creation of Pandion Games. Stay tuned for Part 2 with Elyssa!

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin learns how to buy a house. Well, not really, but he does get the chance to walk and talk with award-winning Upstate SC realtor, Ginnie Freeman. Ginnie shares her story of falling in love with Greenville during her time at Furman Univeristy and her passion for connecting her clients with their perfect home in the Greenville area. Tune in and enjoy!