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In this episode of What's Up Gatlinburg, Erik Dobell and Mike Fowler interview Brian Hoffman who does a Red Skelton tribute show called Remembering Red in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. In this episode we hear about Brian's looooooooong and inspiring journey from Las Vegas to the Smoky Mountains and the emotional story of how he started doing a Red Skelton show in the first place. Learn more about Brian Hoffman's Remembering Red at: https://www.redskeltoncomedyshow.com/ https://www.tiktok.com/@redskelton4u2 What's Up Gatlinburg at: WhatsUpGatlinburg.com

In this episode, Erik Dobell interviews the models and designers of the Magnifique modeling show that comes to Pigeon Forge every year. In this interview we find out how to get into the modeling business, how you can attend the show when it's in Pigeon Forge, and we learn about the "Mysterious Bearded Glenda". Learn more about Magnifique at: https://www.facebook.com/magnifiquefashionshows You can follow the models in this episode at: https://www.instagram.com/isabella_gracebook/ https://www.instagram.com/michaelkphauser/ https://www.instagram.com/jesibelle.rivera/ https://www.instagram.com/joanne_kaveshan/ https://www.instagram.com/isabella_renee11/ https://www.instagram.com/butterflykrissyboutique/ https://www.instagram.com/savanna.vaughters/ https://www.instagram.com/desiraexrayne/ https://www.instagram.com/warriorgurlsbeads/ https://www.instagram.com/luvjosslyn0/ https://www.instagram.com/marcleoncouture/ https://www.instagram.com/victoriahenley/ Learn more about What's Up Gatlinburg at:WhatsUpGatlinburg.com

In this special episode of What's Up Gatlinburg Erik Dobell and Mike Fowler interview painter Monica Wells at the Gatlinburg Craftmen's Fair.This is an unusual podcast episode and you'll want to sit down and actually WATCH this interview, because Monica is painting a waterfall for us as we talk to her. Think Bob Ross with a few bear scat jokes and without the family drama.Learn more about Monica Wells at https://monicawellsart.com/Follow her on social media at https://www.facebook.com/MonicaWellsArt/Learn more about the Gatlinburg Craftmen's Fair at https://craftsmenfair.com/Learn more about What's Up Gatlinburg at:https://www.WhatsUpGatlinburg.com

In this episode, Erik Dobell and Mike Fowler interview Megan Ownby and her daughter Ryan from Above the Mist Weddings. Above the Mist Weddings was created solely to make your wedding day exceptional! Their goal is to meet all your wedding day expectations with personalized, Christian ceremonies offered at affordable prices, performed in the location which best suits your wants and desires, and most of all, who you are.In this interview Megan how she got into the wedding business, what it was like for Ryan growing up in the business, and the importance of continual learning. Learn more about Above the Mist Weddings at:https://www.abovethemistweddings.com/https://www.facebook.com/abovethemistweddingsandevents/https://www.pinterest.com/abovethemist/Learn more about What's Up Gatlinburg at:WhatsUpGatlinburg.com

Welcome to season 2 of What's Up Gatlinburg!In this episode, Erik Dobell and Mike Fowler interview Danny Devaney. Most of our audience will know Danny from the Comedy Barn in Pigeon Forge, but Danny did quite a bit before settling down in the Smoky Mountains.In this interview Danny talks about his early days clowning, the craziest things he's ever juggled (it has something to do with missing body parts), and how he made his way into the Comedy Barn. Learn more about Danny at: https://www.facebook.com/pingpongballguy/ https://www.instagram.com/danny_ping_pong_devaney/ https://www.dannydevaney.com/ See Danny perform nightly at the Comedy Barn in Pigeon Forge https://comedybarn.com Learn more about What's Up Gatlinburg at: https://www.impossibilitiesshow.com/gatlinburg-podcast.html

Buford is the quick-witted, wisecrackin’ ventriloquist and hillbilly historian of Hillbillies in the Holler. With over 35 years of performing under his belt, Buford has entertained audiences around the world with his clean comedy, unforgettable characters, and homespun humor. In this episode Erik Dobell and Mike Fowler talk to Buford about his Boogertown Bus Tours, comedy advice he received from the legendary Minnie Pearl, what it's like entertaining in the Smokies.Learn more about Boogertown Bus Tours at: https://www.boogertownbus.com/Follow Boogertown Bus Tours social media at: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573745415546Follow Buford on social media at:https://www.tiktok.com/@meetbufordhttps://www.instagram.com/meetbuford/?hl=enhttps://www.facebook.com/meetbufordhttps://www.youtube.com/@UCQ_AiEKy9n-kMDGBkcklmqQ Follow Hillbillies in the Holler at:https://www.youtube.com/@UCbUy1ss6i5oe2oKX55nWLrQ Learn more about Kayaking with Sassy at:https://www.kayakingwithsassy.com/https://www.facebook.com/KayakingWithSassy/https://www.instagram.com/kayakingwithsassy/Learn more about What's Up Gatlinburg at:https://www.WhatsUpGatlinburg.com

Every year the Gatlinburg Rotary puts on a Christmas Party for underprivileged kids in the Sevier County area. In this episode bonus episode of What's Up Gatlinburg, Erik Dobell talks to several Rotary members about the event and some of the other things they do for the area.Learn more at https://www.facebook.com/gatrotaryFollow Gatlinburg Rotary on Social Mediahttps://www.facebook.com/gatrotaryhttps://www.instagram.com/gatrotaryWhat's Up Gatlinburg with Erik Dobell and Mike Fowlerhttps://www.WhatsUpGatlinburg.com

Gatlinburg Grind is a family owned coffee shop that roasts its own coffee beans and bakes its own pastries. They also buy their own diamonds and rings!In this episode, Mike Fowler and Erik Dobell talk to Jeff and Ryan Ownby who own and operate Gatlinburg Grind. We talk about what it's like running a family business, the history of the Ownby family in the Smokies, and PUMPKIN SPICE!Learn more at https://www.gatlinburggrind.com/Follow Gatlinburg Grind on Social Mediahttps://www.facebook.com/gatlinburggrindhttps://www.instagram.com/gatlinburggrindhttps://www.tiktok.com/@gatlinburggrindWhat's Up Gatlinburg with Erik Dobell and Mike Fowlerhttps://www.WhatsUpGatlinburg.com

Appalachian Wedding Company provides simple and stress-free weddings in the Smoky Mountains without the luxury price tag.In this episode, Sarah Reagan and Taylor Caldwell return to What's Up Gatlinburg with Erik Dobell and Mike Fowler. They discuss getting married in the Fall, what they've been up to since their last interview, and they have a big announcement about some very romantic tree houses. Learn more at https://www.appalachianweddingcompany.com/Follow Appalachian Wedding Company onlinehttps://www.facebook.com/appalachianweddingco/https://www.instagram.com/appalachianweddingco#https://www.tiktok.com/@appalachianweddingcoWhat's Up Gatlinburg with Erik Dobell and Mike Fowlerhttps://www.WhatsUpGatlinburg.com

Cristina Grecu Showroom is a wedding-dress boutique in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Mostly she offers garment fixing and one-of-a-kind alterations, which you can learn more about in this episode. Erik Dobell and Mike Fowler learn about how Cristina ended up living in the Smokies and how she became interested in dress alterations. She also has a really cute dog.Learn more at https://cristinagrecushowroom.com/Follow Cristina Grecu Showroom onlinehttps://www.facebook.com/cristinagrecushowroomhttps://www.instagram.com/cristinagrecushowroomhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/cristina-grecu-894148390What's Up Gatlinburg with Erik Dobell and Mike Fowlerhttps://www.WhatsUpGatlinburg.com

Jacqueline Harp is the CEO of Smokies Life which is a nonprofit cooperating association whose purpose is to support scientific, historical and interpretive activities in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park by providing educational products and services to its visitors.In this episode, Erik Dobell and Mike Fowler learn about how Jacqueline started working for Smokies Life, what types of services they provide, and something about the Texas Chainsaw Massacre. Learn more at https://smokieslife.org/Follow Smokies Life onlinehttps://www.instagram.com/Smokies.Lifehttps://www.facebook.com/SmokiesLifehttps://www.youtube.com/c/GreatSmokyMountainshttps://x.com/Smokies_Lifehttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1026877/What's Up Gatlinburg with Erik Dobell and Mike Fowlerhttps://www.WhatsUpGatlinburg.com

John and Corbin own and operate Split Rail Eats in Gatlinburg, Tennessee.In this episode Erik Dobell and Mike Fowler talk to John and Corbin about why they decided to open a restaurant in the Smokies, their business philosophy, and whether or not white gravy belongs on sushi.Learn more at https://splitraileats.com/Follow Split Rail Eats onlinehttps://www.instagram.com/splitraileatshttps://www.facebook.com/SplitRailEatsWhat's Up Gatlinburg with Erik Dobell and Mike Fowlerhttps://www.WhatsUpGatlinburg.com

Kelly Rusk owns and operates the Gatlinburg Craftsmen's Fair that runs every July and October at the Gatlinburg Convention Center.In this episode, Erik Dobell and Mike Fowler talk to Kelly about the history of the Gatlinburg Craftsmen's Fair, how she got involved, and what types of things you can see there. Erik also tries to start some beef to start some controversy and drum up viewers.Learn more about the fair at https://craftsmenfair.com/Follow the Gatlinburg Craftsmen's Fair onlinehttps://www.facebook.com/gatlinburgcraftsmensfairhttps://www.tiktok.com/@craftsmens.fairhttps://www.youtube.com/@GatlinburgCraftsmensFairWhat's Up Gatlinburg with Erik Dobell and Mike Fowlerhttps://www.WhatsUpGatlinburg.com

Mr. Adams is a tour guide for Gatlinburg Haunts, a ghost tour in Gatlinburg, Tennessee.In this episode, Erik Dobell and Mike Fowler talk to Ray about the art of storytelling, spooky experiences on the ghost tour, and his favorite Dora the Explorer episode. Learn more Gatlinburg Haunts and book your tour at https://gatlinburghaunts.com/Follow Gatlinburg Haunts on social mediahttps://www.facebook.com/usghostadventureshttps://x.com/USGADVENTUREShttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd8eOiDYhsSJ0rTvADBqMSwhttps://www.pinterest.com/usghostadventures/https://www.tiktok.com/@usghostadventures?lang=enWhat's Up Gatlinburg with Erik Dobell and Mike Fowlerhttps://www.WhatsUpGatlinburg.com

Mike Werner is the current mayor of Gatlinburg, Tennessee.In this episode Erik Dobell and Mike Fowler interview Mike Werner and talk about his love of Gatlinburg and how he ended up here. It's a really interesting peek into the history of tourism in Gatlinburg.What's Up Gatlinburg with Erik Dobell and Mike Fowlerhttps://www.WhatsUpGatlinburg.com