<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<rss version="2.0" encoding="UTF-8" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:admin="http://webns.net/mvcb/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom/" xmlns:rdf="http://www.w3.org/1999/02/22-rdf-syntax-ns#" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:googleplay="http://www.google.com/schemas/play-podcasts/1.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:fireside="http://fireside.fm/modules/rss/fireside">
  <channel>
    <fireside:hostname>web01.fireside.fm</fireside:hostname>
    <fireside:genDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 14:03:41 -0500</fireside:genDate>
    <generator>Fireside (https://fireside.fm)</generator>
    <title>Gatlinburg: The Podcast is Calling - Episodes Tagged with “Tennessee Travel”</title>
    <link>https://thepodcastiscalling.fireside.fm/tags/tennessee%20travel</link>
    <pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <description>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.
</description>
    <language>en-us</language>
    <itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type>
    <itunes:subtitle>The Stories, Secrets &amp; Soul of Gatlinburg</itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:author>Gatlinburg Convention and Visitors Bureau</itunes:author>
    <itunes:summary>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.
</itunes:summary>
    <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/4ee9d329-3ea9-4d8a-bdeb-bed2a81d9338/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
    <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
    <itunes:keywords>Gatlinburg, Great Smoky Mountains, Smoky Mountains travel, Tennessee travel, Travel podcast, Vacation ideas, Weekend getaways, Outdoor adventure, Hiking Smokies, Hidden gems, Local travel guide, Food and travel, Southern travel, Mountain towns, U.S. travel destinations, Things to do in Gatlinburg</itunes:keywords>
    <itunes:owner>
      <itunes:name>Gatlinburg Convention and Visitors Bureau</itunes:name>
      <itunes:email>podcast@gatlinburg.com</itunes:email>
    </itunes:owner>
<itunes:category text="Society &amp; Culture">
  <itunes:category text="Places &amp; Travel"/>
</itunes:category>
<itunes:category text="Leisure"/>
<itunes:category text="Arts">
  <itunes:category text="Food"/>
</itunes:category>
<item>
  <title>What Everyone Wants to Know with Chad Netherland</title>
  <link>https://thepodcastiscalling.fireside.fm/1</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">f951760d-930d-4811-a594-fd1e1819e117</guid>
  <pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Gatlinburg Convention and Visitors Bureau</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/4ee9d329-3ea9-4d8a-bdeb-bed2a81d9338/f951760d-930d-4811-a594-fd1e1819e117.mp3" length="82078212" type="audio/mpeg"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
  <itunes:author>Gatlinburg Convention and Visitors Bureau</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Meet the World Record holder leading Gatlinburg into its next era of mountain magic.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>56:49</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/4ee9d329-3ea9-4d8a-bdeb-bed2a81d9338/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>&lt;p&gt;What does a Guinness World Record for breaking ice have to do with running one of America’s most visited mountain towns? In our premiere episode, hosts Caroline Bean and Brent Thompson sit down with the President and CEO of Visit Gatlinburg, Chad Netherland, to uncover the "Secrets and Soul" of the Smokies.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;You’ll discover the strategic vision behind Gatlinburg’s massive growth, why the town’s "walkability" is its secret weapon, and the real reason there are so many pancake houses on the Parkway. We also tackle the ultimate local mystery: What is the deal with that legendary parked BMW? Whether you’re a lifelong visitor or a first-timer, you’ll learn how this town of 4,000 residents manages to welcome over 10 million guests a year while keeping its authentic charm.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Subscribe now to get your insider pass to the Smokies, and visit Gatlinburg.com/podcast to enter our exclusive giveaway!&lt;/p&gt;
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Gatlinburg, Great Smoky Mountains, Smoky Mountains, travel, Tennessee travel, Travel podcast, Vacation ideas, Weekend getaways, Outdoor adventure, Hiking, Smokies Hidden gems, Local travel guide, Food and travel, Southern travel, Mountain towns, U.S. travel destinations, Things to do in Gatlinburg</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>What does a Guinness World Record for breaking ice have to do with running one of America’s most visited mountain towns? In our premiere episode, hosts Caroline Bean and Brent Thompson sit down with the President and CEO of Visit Gatlinburg, Chad Netherland, to uncover the &quot;Secrets and Soul&quot; of the Smokies.</p>

<p>You’ll discover the strategic vision behind Gatlinburg’s massive growth, why the town’s &quot;walkability&quot; is its secret weapon, and the real reason there are so many pancake houses on the Parkway. We also tackle the ultimate local mystery: What is the deal with that legendary parked BMW? Whether you’re a lifelong visitor or a first-timer, you’ll learn how this town of 4,000 residents manages to welcome over 10 million guests a year while keeping its authentic charm.</p>

<p>Subscribe now to get your insider pass to the Smokies, and visit Gatlinburg.com/podcast to enter our exclusive giveaway!</p>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>What does a Guinness World Record for breaking ice have to do with running one of America’s most visited mountain towns? In our premiere episode, hosts Caroline Bean and Brent Thompson sit down with the President and CEO of Visit Gatlinburg, Chad Netherland, to uncover the &quot;Secrets and Soul&quot; of the Smokies.</p>

<p>You’ll discover the strategic vision behind Gatlinburg’s massive growth, why the town’s &quot;walkability&quot; is its secret weapon, and the real reason there are so many pancake houses on the Parkway. We also tackle the ultimate local mystery: What is the deal with that legendary parked BMW? Whether you’re a lifelong visitor or a first-timer, you’ll learn how this town of 4,000 residents manages to welcome over 10 million guests a year while keeping its authentic charm.</p>

<p>Subscribe now to get your insider pass to the Smokies, and visit Gatlinburg.com/podcast to enter our exclusive giveaway!</p>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
  </channel>
</rss>
