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
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Beyond the Parkway
June 24th, 2026 | 50 mins 43 secs
appalachian crafts, arts and crafts community, bear safety, fox hollow creations, gatlinburg, glades road, great smoky mountains, handmade gifts, joe compton, local artisans, tennessee travel, travel podcast, visit gatlinburg, woodworking
Explore the historic 8-mile loop where Appalachian heritage and creativity thrive.
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On Top of Gatlinburg
June 4th, 2026 | Season 1 | 41 mins 18 secs
anakeesta, astra lumina, clingmans dome, family travel podcast, firefly village, gatlinburg, gatlinburg itinerary, kuwohi, mountain vacation, scenic overlooks, skypark, smoky mountain views, tennessee travel, visit gatlinburg
Change your perspective and elevate your next trip with the absolute best views in Gatlinburg.
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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.