The Upstate Trail Talks

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!

On this week of The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin is back on the Swamp Rabbit Trail with Megan Mishler, owner of Take Off Mini Golf. Megan shares some fun insight about starting the aviation-themed mini golf course, how she designed the unique 18 holes, and also talks about the dynamic of the downtown airport community. Tune in to hear more!

This week on the Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin is joined by the podcast’s first Greenville native, Eric Rozelsky. Eric grew up near downtown and has seen all the amazing changes happen right in front of him. Tune in to hear some of his favorite GVL memories and what he looks forward to in the future.

On this week of The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin explores a part of the new Green Line Extension along with Grace Bowser, an engineer at one of the Upstate’s largest manufacturing facilities. She also shares some of her favorite places to check out downtown!

Welcome to the inaugural episode of The Upstate Trail Talks! Griffin catches up with Jordan Wheeler, who talks about her love of photography, the transition from side hustle to full time job, and why Greenville is the perfect place for her business to thrive. Check her out @thewheelerphoto!

Introducing GVL's newest podcast: The Upstate Trail Talks! Tune in each week as the show's host, Griffin Donley, interviews guests from all over the Upstate while walking on the Swamp Rabbit Trail and asks about what they do, why they love the Upstate SC, and how Greenville's rapid growth has impacted their lives.