NC Travel Chat
NC Travel Chat is our North Carolina travel podcast that’s a collection of lists and stories of the state’s amazing people and places.
Episodes
42 episodes
5 Can't-Miss Blue Ridge Parkway Stops in NC!
We shared a handful of Blue Ridge Parkway stops on the NC side last time. In this episode, we will cover 5 more. No spoilers but here are some things we mention along the way:
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Episode 41
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8:37
5 Scenic Roads in North Carolina (from the Mountains to the Sea!)
We continue our dive into things we love about Fall in North Carolina. In this episode, we cover a handful of scenic roads from the mountains to the sea. No spoilers but here are some things we mention along the way: <...
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Episode 40
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14:39
5 Colorful Fall Hikes in North Carolina
The most popular thing to do during fall in North Carolina is to find the best fall colors. In this episode, we share the 5 most colorful fall hikes in NC from our personal experi...
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Episode 39
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8:29
NC Travel Chat is Back!
After a bit of a hiatus, NC Travel Chat is back. We had a lot going on in the past year, including the birth of our son, and lots of new adventures. I can’t wait to share them on a more regular basis with you. Stay tuned as we f...
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Episode 38
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0:28
5 Things from Our NC Summer Bucket List
To get ready for one of the busiest times of the year, Christina and I have made a bucket list for ourselves! Here are 5 things that we're looking forward to this summer. You can read more of our
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Yonder Luxury Vacation Rentals w/ Mark Bastin
Mark Bastin from Yonder Luxury Vacation Rentals joins us to talk about his company and what people should expect when staying with them. We were NOT paid to say the following: Every time we’ve stayed at a Yonder property, we’ve been blow...
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Episode 36
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28:20
7 Unique Places to Stay in North Carolina
For this episode, we’re going to focus on 7 of our favorite places to stay, including a bonus rental company at the end. We’ll share a few hotels from west to east, a campground in Western NC, and an inn on the coast. You can read our full guid...
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Episode 35
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10:02
5 Spring Hikes for 2021
Following up on our guide to Spring Break destinations (check it out if you haven’t yet), I want to focus on our current favorite spring hikes in this 34th episode of NC Travel Chat. We've covered them and many more at
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8:14
5 Underrated Spring Break Destinations in NC
[SPOILER ALERT]Fingers crossed but we think things might be picking up with spring travel in North Carolina. You might be eyeing some more popular places like Asheville, the Outer Banks, and Wilmington, but we want to share some lesser-known pl...
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Episode 33
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12:20
Our 10 Favorite Waterfalls in North Carolina (for 2021)
I’m probably making a mistake here but in this episode of NC Travel Chat, I’m going to share our 10 favorite waterfalls in North Carolina. This list will probably change tom...
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Episode 32
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10:07
Waterfall Keepers of NC w/ Kevin Adams
Kevin Adams is one of the foremost writers and photographers of waterfalls in North Carolina. After many years of visiting, photog...
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Episode 31
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30:02
Bright Leaf Hot Dogs w/ Justin Raymond
This episode is a follow-up on famous NC food brands. We chat with Justin Raymond from Carolina Packers, the company that produces Bright Leaf Hot Dogs and more. You ca...
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Episode 30
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24:17
6 Famous NC Food Brands
This episode is dedicated to famous food brands from North Carolina. That includes snacks, soft drinks, hot dogs, and more! For more famous NC food, visit
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Episode 29
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12:37
The Washington Waterfront Underground Railroad Museum w/ Leesa Payton Jones
To say Leesa Payton Jones is a big contributor to Washington and its Eastern NC surroundings is an understatement. She is a crucial part of that community and serves as executive director of The Washington Waterfront Underground Railroad Museum...
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Episode 28
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33:30
NC Black History Sites (Part 4)
For the last of this four-part series on Black History Sites in North Carolina, we mention 6 more places to visit. This NC Travel Chat episode begins with the Oliver Nestus Freeman Roundhouse Museum in Wilson and closes with the Young Men's Ins...
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Episode 27
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5:00
NC Black History Sites (Part 3)
In part 3 of our Black History Sites series, we uncover 5 more places to visit. NC Travel Chat starts with Hood Huggers International Tours in Asheville and finishes up with the NC Museum of History in Raleigh. Highlights include the Internatio...
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Episode 26
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4:52
NC Black History Sites (Part 2)
For part 2 of our series, we'll share 5 more places to visit, starting with the Charlotte Hawkins Brown Historic Site in Sedalia and ending with Charlotte's Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture. For a full list and breakdo...
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Episode 25
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5:38
NC Black History Sites (Part 1)
February is Black History Month and we are getting a head start on it here at NC Travel Chat. In Part 1, We’re going to share 6 places to visit, starting with the African-American Heritage Tour in New Bern and Finishing with Bull City Laughs in...
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Episode 24
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4:49
National Southern Food Day and Mama Dips w/ Tonya Council
Tonya Council is an entrepreneur and one of the biggest supporters of local makers in North Carolina. We learn about her, discuss Mama Dips tidbits, talk about National Southern Food Day, and more! Foll...
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Episode 23
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21:41
5 Things I'm Looking Forward to in North Carolina in 2021
Take a break from doom-scrolling and just listen to these 5 things that I’m looking forward to in North Carolina in 2021. Follow us @NCTripping on Facebook,
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Episode 22
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5:15
5 Reasons I'm Grateful to be Living in North Carolina
2020 has been a tough year for so many people. That's why I think it's important for those of us who can to be grateful for what we have and where we live, especially if it's North Carolina! Follow us @NCTripping on
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Episode 21
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4:36
Food Banks and Inter-Faith Food Shuttle w/ Ron Pringle
Ron Pringle is the President and CEO of Inter-Faith Food Shuttle based in Raleigh. His organization is one of North Carolina's hard-working...
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Episode 20
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27:42
Scuppernong Books w/ Brian Lampkin
Brian Lampkin is an owner of Scuppernong Books on Elm St in Downtown Greensboro. For more about how to support businesses like his, visit nctripping.com/support-local-businesses...
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Episode 19
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20:24