
North Georgia Life Podcast
This podcast is created to connect people in the North Georgia region with lifestyle components (ie restaurants, activities, & organizations) -- and the people and stories behind them -- to make life a little better. We want to unearth some hidden gems in our area, provide ideas for day trips, & explore places to reconnect with the people you love to spend your life with! If you'd like to be more involved in what we're doing, or have ideas for featured podcasts/episodes, please email is at northgeorgialifepodcast@gmail.com
Episodes
79 episodes
#78 - Wander North Georgia
It's a store, it's a brand, it's a vibe, but even more than that, it's a great story! Nestled in downtown Clayton, Wander is a location that sees thousands of feet through it's doors every year and sends even more out with a smile and a r...
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Season 5
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Episode 11
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48:29

#77 - NoGa Wild
Tucked away in North Georgia is NoGa Wild... a 60ac property featuring all-things-animals is a great stop for a variety of animals enthusiasts. There are almost more functions of NoGA Wild than there are animals at the property, but don't...
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Season 5
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Episode 10
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1:00:54

#76 - Because Coffee
Every coffee shop has a unique story; Because Coffee in Dawsonville has that and then some! A group of friends has found a way to not only start a business together, but that business is growing, expanding, and helping change lives both l...
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Season 5
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Episode 9
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56:10

#75 - WellBeings - Incredible whole-body self-care by 'just showing up'
We've been wanting to get this episode launched for months because it may very well be THE episode that radically transforms your health -- and thus, your life. In this episode, WellBeings founder, Blake Godbee shares what brough...
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Season 5
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Episode 8
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44:49

#74 - Georgia ForestWatch
Looking for the 'easy button' that will build friendships, help preserve the beauty of North Georgia, and give you some fresh air with great stories to tell? Look no further that Georgia ForestWatch! A unique non-profit in our North...
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Season 5
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Episode 8
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37:34

#73: HolyFit Coaching w/Bryan Holyfield
While Bryan is not related to the champ Evander, he has built a system for helping pretty much anyone, pretty much anywhere, become a champion of their health, fitness, and lifestyle. Bryan is relatively new to the North Georgia area, but...
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Season 5
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Episode 7
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52:53

#72: Project Chimps
A "hidden gem" doesn't begin to describe this property or the operation that is Project Chimps. Nestled in the outskirts of Blue Ridge, GA., this wildlife sanctuary is unlike any you'll have experienced before and is one of those experien...
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Season 5
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Episode 6
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37:24

#71 - Blue 42: Coffee Meets Cannabis
If you wish some version of the sitcom "Cheers" came back to life in the modern era, enter Blue 42 in Dahlonega, GA. Situated walking distance from the historic Dahlonega Square and University of North Georgia, this is what I have dubbed ...
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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1:07:18

#70 - Living Water Winery & Vineyard
If you need a day to slow down, breathe deep over some divine scenery with your adult beverage of choice, you'll be hard-pressed (that's a vintner pun) to find a better place than Living Water Winery & Vineyard in Blairsville, GA. The...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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51:49

#69 - Dahlonega Healing Herds: Donkey Rescue & Rehabilitation Sanctuary
If you're looking to make your day better, Dahlonega Healing Herds is the 'easy-button' in North Georgia. As one of the newer non-profits, this organization is already helping heal both donkeys and people in ways that will continue to blo...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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32:55

#68 - Phoenix Roasters - Coffee With A Cause
Good coffee is one thing. REALLY good coffee that REALLY helps people -- well, that's in a class of it's own. Phoenix Roasters started out with a mission to help hurting people, morphed into a world-class coffee company, and has bee...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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1:09:53

#67 - The Bradbury 'buzz'... local honey producers share their story!
Ever wanted to know where honey producers get started? This is your behind the curtains look at how a former pastor and his wife became one of the faces of local honey in North Georgia. Such a great story about the power of one rela...
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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50:59

#66 - Real estate & the economy... Q&A with UNG
This is a recorded session of me answering questions from current college students at the University of North Georgia surrounding all-things-real-estate-and-economy . Even if you're not in college, there's something here for everyone... I...
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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59:02

#65 - Cowboy Bob's Coffee & Donuts
As Fall rolls in, everyone is looking for that North Georgia 'hole-in-the-wall' location to stop in at going to/from the scenic views for authentic, local handcrafted everything. This-be-that! Cowboy Bob's has just about everything ...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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47:33

#63 - NoFo Brew Co.
With multiple locations in the North Georgia area, NoFo is a small business that's making big waves... and doing it in and through what has been a extremely challenging time for a lot of small businesses. Not only is NoFo making headlines...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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33:13

#64 - Creative Enterprises
If joy, purpose, or fulfillment are at all lacking in your day-to-day, or you just want to help spread more around, this is an episode you'll want to tune into! Creative Enterprises is a non-profit that serves multiple different needs and...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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35:18

#62: Wildwood Outfitters... One of the Hooch's best kept secrets!
Our family has made Wildwood Outfitters an annual tradition for the last 6-7yrs... and if you go, you probably will too! A chance to slow down, make some great memories, reconnect with whoever you're with, & enjoy the beauty that is '...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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53:58

#61: Swim Angelfish GA Adaptive Aquatics: What you didn't know you needed to know
Whether or not you know anyone that's part of the special needs community is irrelevant; everyone should listen to this episode. This (the special-needs community) is one of the fastest growing and most under-resourced group of people in ...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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1:03:45

#60: Trout Unlimited - Friendships, service, preservation & trout fishing in North GA.
If your soul feels like it's in need of a little fresh air & refreshment from the beauty that is North GA, you'll be hard-pressed to find a better group of people to build friendships alongside, all while making life better for all who call...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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46:27

#59: Run Above The Clouds... scenic views with a refreshing cause & community!
Seems like we hear the phrase "the way things used to be" a lot these days, as so many facets of life are not. This scenic fundraiser (for a variety of activity levels and interests) will give you a taste of the true beauty that is 'North...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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36:24

#58: Fort Yargo State Park - Your easy location for recreation & relaxation!
What's easy to get to, easy on the knees/joints, and fun for literally all ages? Fort Yargo State Park! Come on a quick tour of one of the most convenient State Parks to get to.
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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30:42

#57: Cloudland Vineyard & Winery - Where Ambiance, Flavor & Creativity Collide!
Looking to unwind, relax, and enjoy not just a great glass of wine, but a gorgeous setting... enter Cloudland Vineyard & Winery! Today we delve into the background and story that brought about one of the fastest growing secrets in our...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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48:32

#56: BrainVive - Balance, Alignment, & Focus For Your Future Self
Interested in changing the way your brain functions without Tony Robbins or a pill? Then this episode is for you. This is a unique, non-invasive solution to a host of issues that are affecting our 21st century world and there's a No...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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1:04:15

#55: CarePortal: A platform to help keep local families together
In this episode we dive into how Care Portal is changing lives, and saving families in our local communities.
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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55:58

#54: Market/Economic Update & Forecast: Half-Time in 2022
Interested, curious, or just wondering about where the overall economy and/or real estate market is at in our nation and specifically, in North Georgia? Here's a quick conversation of where we're at, how we got to where we're at, and what...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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30:33
