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March 7, 2022

Opening The Scene Vault pt 1 with Rick Houston, Host of "The Scene Va…

This episode we welcomed journalist (Winston Cup Scene), author (NASCAR's Greatest Race: The 1992 Hooters 500, Dale vs Daytona, Second to None) and podcast host (The Scene Vault Podcast) Rick Houston , and it was an amazing ...

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March 1, 2022

5 Points Music Sanctuary: The Power of Sound with Tyler Godsey

For our 50th Episode we were fortunate enough to have on Tyler Godsey, Director of 5 Points Music Sanctuary, and it couldn't have worked out better for this special occasion. It's difficult to put into words how powerful this...

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Feb. 24, 2022

The WoodShop Chronicles: Crawford and Power pt2

In the second part of our show, with Crawford and Power members Jake Crawford and Ethan Power, we jump right in to talking about the plethora of amazing musicians who call Franklin County home. We spoke about the influences o...

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Feb. 21, 2022

The WoodShop Chronicles: Crawford and Power pt1

We're back at the WoodShop with our most kick-ass Franklin County episode yet, as we bring on Jacob Crawford and Ethan Power (Crawford and Power )hot on the heels of their tour with Travis Tritt and Frank Foster. These guys a...

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Feb. 17, 2022

A Voice of NASCAR Part 2 with Steve Post of MRN Radio

In part 2 of our show with Steve Post, MRN Radio Pit Reporter, we go into his passion for racing up north, talk more short track racing, the SMART MODIFIED TOUR and his plan to attend the Franklin County Speedway race, makin...

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Feb. 14, 2022

A Voice of NASCAR Part 1 with Steve Post of MRN Radio

Our TURNN3 Series returns with a familiar voice to race fans. Steve Post of MRN Radio, and Steve Post Communications, joins us to talk all things racing. We had intentions of letting Steve tell his story, but we quickly found...

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Feb. 7, 2022

A Golden Opportunity with NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Driver Ja…

In this episode we talk with GMS Racing newest NASCAR CWTS Driver Jack Wood about the upcoming season and the expectations set for him. We also go into his start into racing, journey from California to Carolina, the track sce...

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Feb. 3, 2022

Defying Expectations- Part 2-featuring NASCAR CWTS Driver Jesse Littl…

In part two of our show featuring NASCAR Camping World Truck Series, and Young's Motorsports, Driver Jesse Little we jump back in with the wild stories between him, Brad, and Kris from their K&N Pro Series days. We also talke...

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Jan. 31, 2022

Defying Expectations- Part 1-featuring NASCAR CWTS Driver Jesse Littl…

In part one of our show featuring NASCAR Camping World Truck Series, and Young's Motorsports, Driver Jesse Little we surprise him with former crew members Kris Bowen (JGR) and Brad Pruitt to share stories of their days rising...

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Jan. 27, 2022

Small Town to American Idol with Caleb Lee Hutchinson

Immediately dismiss your preconceived notions, this ain't the one. We thought the same. American Idol, 22 years old, generation gap, how will this work? Caleb is the real deal. He's got a powerful voice, a great sense of humo...

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Jan. 24, 2022

Gypsy Soul with Whey Jennings

In this episode we speak to Whey Jennings, kick ass artist and grandson of Legendary Outlaw Country Singer Waylon Jennings. What an awesome, awesome guy to have on and talk about life, along with his unique twist to a familia...

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Jan. 17, 2022

They Can't Start Without Me featuring Billboard Award-Winning DJ Roby…

This show we're joined by Robynn Jaymes, who now DJs for B99.9-Southern Virginia's Country Station. You may also recognize her from her time in Lynchburg, and Roanoke, and she's brought us some hilarious stories. We discussed...

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Jan. 15, 2022

The Longest Mile in Iraq with 1032nd Combat Veterans Nathan Williams,…

This is a special episode that we decided to do out of nowhere, in honor of the veterans who deal with traumatic issues on a daily basis. For the duration of their deployment, the soldiers of the 1032nd TC were essentially se...

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Jan. 10, 2022

Building Champions with Barry Nelson of Nelson Motorsports

Our TURNN3 Series picks back up with Barry Nelson, owner of Nelson Motorsports and CARS TOUR Championship Owner of the #22 Nelson Motorsports Chevrolet, driven by Bobby McCarty. Barry is a man of many hats, and we discuss a l...

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Jan. 1, 2022

The WoodShop Chronicles Part 2: In Memory of Alan Arant & The Legend …

This episode was our most entertaining yet, and for good reason. We told some great stories of Alan from days of old. We also got to hear the most legendary Nissan Altima story of all time, and introduce Heather, Simons wife,...

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Dec. 28, 2021

A Family Tradition with Jon Wood of Wood Brothers Racing

In this episode we got a chance to speak to a member of Appalachia's Royal Family of NASCAR with Jon Wood of Wood Brothers Racing. We talk about Franklin County Speedway, crazy times with previous guest Paul Hall, racing in h...

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Dec. 20, 2021

The WoodShop Chronicles: Part I with Amos Denton, Simon Winch, and Jo…

First off, mind the language. Secondly, this episode went on for so long that we had to split it up. This first part we introduce Simon Winch, hear his story from the UK to Callaway, stories from the high seas, and why he dec...

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Dec. 13, 2021

The Other Side of Things with NewsAnchor Melissa Gaona

In this episode we're joined by Melissa Gaona, who tells a fascinating story of her journey into the News World, and our little corner of Appalachia. We talk about her growing up in Texas, her time in the Army, living in Sout...

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Dec. 7, 2021

Hometown Sports with WDBJ7 Sports Director Travis Wells

In this episode we're joined by Travis Wells, WDBJ7 Sports Director and Sports Caster. We take a big dive into sports that matter in the Roanoke Valley while we discuss his basketball playing days at Radford University, his m...

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Nov. 30, 2021

SELLING NASCAR with NASCAR Marketing Director Mark Clements

Our TURNN-3 Series continues with a twist this week, as this episode we're joined by Senior Manager of Sales for NASCAR Mark Clements, a Franklin County native making his way through the corporate racing world. We tell storie...

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Nov. 23, 2021

The Jared Stout Band featuring Jared Stout and Robby Carden

If you don't know these guys, you should, They're amazing, and this show will tell that story. This episode really was a masterpiece as we brought on Jared Stout and Robby Carden of The Jared Stout Band, along with Guest-Host...

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Nov. 16, 2021

The Wrestling Flagman with JB Cole

In this episode we welcome JB Cole, a man of many hats, including the SMART Modified Tour Assistant Director and Social Media guru, an Assistant Flag Man at Bowman Gray Stadium, AML Wrestling Star, fresh off a big win with he...

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Nov. 9, 2021

Fast Laps with NASCAR CUP SERIES Driver Corey LaJoie

We continue our Turn3 Series as we sit down with NASCAR CUP SERIES Driver Corey LaJoie to talk all things racing and life. We talked about his recent run at the famed Martinsville Speedway, running local short tracks through ...

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Nov. 2, 2021

Our Appalachian Roots with Grammy Winner Jim VanCleve and Grammy Nomi…

In this episode we're joined by two of the most talented musicians on the planet. Award Winning Fiddler Jim VanCleve and Award Winning Banjoist Barry Abernathy, of Appalachian Road Show, the 2021 International Bluegrass Music...

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