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Hosted by Mike Andress · society · EN-US
Come journey with us as we explore and highlight the people and places that make the Blue Ridge and Southern Appalachian Mountains special and unique. We explore the towns, trails, rivers, scenic byways, businesses, and people that fuel the life & adventurous spirit in these mountains. Listen in on this relaxed conversational style podcast as host Mike Andress interviews Authors, Business Owners, Photographers, Athletes, Adventurers, Travelers and Friends who have a deep connection to the outdoors and directly influence the culture of the Blue Ridge. We’ll even explore the many ways nature & the outdoors can positivity influence our health and well being.
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Signup to Generate a PitchCome journey with us as we explore and highlight the people and places that make the Blue Ridge and Southern Appalachian Mountains special and unique. We explore the towns, trails, rivers, scenic byways, businesses, and people that fuel the life & adventurous spirit in these mountains.
Exploration Local is hosted by Mike Andress. The show has published 124 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "The Saluda Grade Trail: Connecting Towns and Generations" (30 October 2026, 58 minutes), "CRAFTED Bike & Gear Show: A Gathering of Bikes, Brands & Community" (14 October 2026, 63 minutes), and "The Roadless Rule Is Under Threat: What It Means for North Carolina with Carla Fox, The Conservation Alliance" (2 October 2026, 28 minutes).
Exploration Local publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 43 minutes across 124 episodes.
Booking probability for Exploration Local is 34%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Exploration Local requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Exploration Local's contact route on record: verified email.
The strongest fits for Exploration Local are Fitness, Golf & Recreation. Exploration Local has a society audience.
Mike Andress hosts Exploration Local, a society podcast with 124 episodes published.
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Episode #124
Send us Fan Mail A railroad line that once climbed one of the steepest grades in the country is getting a second life and it might become one of the most memorable rail-trails in the Southeast. We sit down with Leigh...
Episode #123
Send us Fan Mail Every bike has a story, and so do the people who build them. At the inaugural CRAFTED Bike & Gear Show at Cane Creek in Western North Carolina, I set out to hear those stories—and came away with far...
Episode #122
Send us Fan Mail 58 million acres of national forest land have stayed largely free of new road building for more than two decades and that protection is now under real pressure. I sit down with Carla Fox, Membership...
Episode #121
Send us Fan Mail Trailside Brewing is one of those places that makes you rethink what a “local brewery” can be. In this episode, I sit down with David Schnitzer , CEO and Owner who built his career in summer camps and...
Episode #118
Send us Fan Mail In this episode I sit down with Executive Producer Michael Foley and Director Christopher Pike to talk about Scars on the Mountain , their feature documentary now streaming on Angel Studios . Foley...
Episode #117
Send us Fan Mail For Sarah and Eric Rehmann, a dream of a different kind of life eventually led them to the mountains of Western North Carolina — and to an eleven-acre property that became the foundation for...
Episode #116
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I sit down with Andrew Kota of Foothills Conservancy of North Carolina as they celebrate 30 years of protecting the landscapes of western North Carolina. We talk about the work...
Episode #115
Send us Fan Mail What started as a podcast about trails, towns, rivers, and destinations has become something deeper: an exploration of the relationship between people and place. In this episode, I step back to trace...
Episode #114
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I sit down with Bradley Spiegel (community planner at Equinox ) and Carol Groben ( Friends and Neighbors of Swannanoa ) to unpack the story behind the proposed Swannanoa Greenway. The...
Episode #113
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Deb Hatley shares the story behind rebuilding the former Wolf Ridge into Hatley Pointe — from major infrastructure challenges and leadership lessons to a bigger vision centered on...
Episode #112
Send us Fan Mail In this episode I am joined by Shannon Odom, executive director of the McDowell County Tourism Development Authority, to unpack why this corner of Western North Carolina is gaining serious momentum, and...
Episode #111
Send us Fan Mail What happens when a small North Carolina factory lets the trail—not the spec sheet—make the call? We sit down with Dorene O’Malley and Brent Graves from Cane Creek to unpack 30 years of curiosity...
Episode #110
Send us Fan Mail In this episode I sit down with South Yellow Mountain Preserve manager Park Greer to share the full, behind-the-scenes story: the surprise Earth Day donation, the eight months of deed work and surveying...
Episode #109
Send us Fan Mail I sit down with advocate and author Palmer McIntyre to explore how North Carolina grew into the Great Trail State—and why that identity now shapes health, local business, and everyday life. Palmer...
Episode #108
Send us Fan Mail As outdoor tourism continues to grow, how can mountain communities plan with intention—not just for visitors, but for the residents, businesses, and natural spaces that make them unique? In this...
Episode #107
Send us Fan Mail Trail by trail, North Carolina is weaving a network of connections that transforms how we move, gather, and experience our communities. The Ecusta Trail stands as a prime example—a visionary 20-mile...
Episode #106
Send us Fan Mail I'm redefining what adventure means after discovering the joy of exploring greenways and rail trails. From Colorado's Aspen-lined paths to Kentucky's riverside greenways, these accessible trails have...
Episode #105
Send us Fan Mail Every region has its stories, but few places weave storytelling into their cultural fabric quite like Appalachia. Bob Peck, the visionary behind Mountainwater Films , has dedicated himself to capturing...
Episode #104
Send us Fan Mail What if the unexpected storm of the century could teach us about resilience and community strength? Join us for an extraordinary conversation with Russ Towers, the inspiring co-founder of Second Gear...
Episode #103
Send us Fan Mail Come along with me as I embark on a snowy adventure at the newly revamped Hatley Pointe Ski Resort in Western North Carolina. Set against a picturesque winter backdrop, we explore this mountain gem...
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