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Jun 11, 2025 - 43 min

On the Trail with:
Mayor Knox White

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, we celebrate Episode 100 with Mayor of the City of Greenville, Knox White! Griffin and Mayor White walk and talk their way through his GVL roots, what inspired him to run for local office, and the story behind projects like Unity Park and the Swamp Rabbit Trail.

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Mayor Knox White


Jun 4, 2025 - 24 min

On the Trail with:
Katie Pizzo
Orthodontics

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, "we are all smiles" as we chat with Dr. Katie Pizzo about her new orthodontics practice! Dr. Katie shares her story of starting her own practice that focuses on creating a connection with her clients and transforming smiles that boost confidence. Take a listen!

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Katie Pizzo Orthodontics


May 21, 2025 - 29 min

On the Trail with:
Poe Mill Music

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin strolls through Unity Park with Brice Smith, co-founder of Poe Mill Music - a new space for veteran and emerging musicians alike with recording studios, practice rooms, and a live music venue. Brice shares his vision for what Poe Mill Music can be for young musicians in the area and how a Nashville designer helped create this unique space.

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Poe Mill Music


May 14, 2025 - 38 min

On the Trail with:
Marion Crawford

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin strolls through downtown with Marion Crawford, CEO of her own full service marketing firm, Crawford. Marion shares her story of growing up here, her path to starting her own business, and her passion for making the Upstate an amazing place to be!

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Marion Crawford


May 7, 2025 - 24 min

On the Trail with:
Southern Tide

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin chats with Carey Ann Campbell, CEO of Southern Tide in their new HQ located just steps away from the Swamp Rabbit Trail! Carey Ann shares her story of working in the retail/apparel industry and why coming to Southern Tide and The Upstate checked all her boxes.

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Southern Tide


Apr 30, 2025 - 24 min

On the Trail with:
Gail DePriest

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin learns a wonderful lesson from Gail DePriest, professor at Clemson's MBA program and entrepreneur/executive coach! Gail talks about using her skill set to help her students see the creativity in their work and help guide them on the next chapter of their career.

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Gail DePriest


Apr 23, 2025 - 33 min

On the Trail with:
Incora Health

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin is joined by Theresa Gevaert, co-founder of Incora Health, a health technology company focused on develeoping wearbables specifically for women! Theresa shares what brought her here to the Upstate, how the idea of Incora Health's earrings started, and what they hope to accomplish in the field of women's health.

Check out their website - https://incorahealth.com/

Ways to get involved:

1 Join the Incora Community.

Anyone interested in early access to the Incora earrings can sign up at IncoraHealth.com. A simple email address unlocks behind‑the‑scenes updates, health and wellness content, and launch‑day perks.

2 Volunteer for Our Next Clinical Study.

This week theyre’re opening enrollment for the next phase of their research study with the University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville. Prospective participants can submit an inquiry directly on their website.

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Incora Health


Apr 16, 2025 - 26 min

On the Trail with:
TOWN Magazine

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin attempts a tall task of interviewing a journalist! Executive Editor for TOWN Magazine, Leigh Savage, hits the trail with us to discuss her time with the magazine covering the Upstate's favorite businesses from restaurants, to the arts, to travel, and fashion.

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TOWN Magazine + Leigh Savage


Apr 9, 2025 - 40 min

On the Trail with:
John Jeter

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin is joined by local writer, owner of a legendary music venue, and most recently, playwright of the new musical comedy, "Waiting For You," John Jeter! Tune in to hear more about his time owning The Handlebar and more about the new musical debuting this upcoming weekend April 11th-13th at the Chapman Cultural Center in Spartanburg!

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John Jeter

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