Gatlinburg: The Podcast is Calling

The Stories, Secrets & Soul of Gatlinburg

About the show

Welcome to Gatlinburg: The Podcast is Calling, the official podcast of Visit Gatlinburg - your inside look at America's Mountain Home. Hosted by Caroline Bean, a tourism communications expert shaping Gatlinburg’s national story, and Brent Thompson, a seasoned entertainer and storyteller with deep roots in East Tennessee, this show goes beyond the brochures to uncover the real Gatlinburg. Each episode dives into the people, places, and experiences that make this town unforgettable - from tucked-away trails and can’t-miss eats to local legends, artisans, and the stories behind the skyline. Whether you’re planning your next trip or just dreaming of the mountains, this is your insider pass to Gatlinburg - told by the people who know it best.

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Episodes

  • Bear Country Survival Guide: Myths, Mischief, and 20,000 Calories

    May 18th, 2026  |  Season 1  |  1 hr 19 mins
    bear smart, bear watching, bearwise, food and travel, g safety, gatlinburg, gatlinburg vacation, great smoky mountains, hiking, local travel guide, mountain towns, outdoor adventure, smokies hidden gems, smoky mountains travel, southern travel, tennessee travel, things to do in gatlinburg, travel podcast, u.s. travel destinations, vacation ideas, weekend getaways

    Learn the secrets to safe coexistence from the wildlife experts who know the Smokies best.

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    What Everyone Wants to Know with Chad Netherland

    May 4th, 2026  |  Season 1  |  56 mins 49 secs
    arts and crafts community, chad netherland, family vacation ideas, gatlinburg, gatlinburg attractions, great smoky mountains, hidden gems, hiking smokies, pancake pantry, pigeon forge vs gatlinburg, smoky mountain vacation, southern travel, tennessee travel, travel podcast, visit gatlinburg

    Meet the World Record holder leading Gatlinburg into its next era of mountain magic.

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    Gatlinburg: The Podcast is Calling | Official Trailer

    April 16th, 2026  |  Season 1  |  1 min

    Hosts Caroline Bean and Brent Thompson go beyond the brochures to uncover the real Gatlinburg.