What’s Up Gatlinburg!

Erik Dobell and Mike Fowler

Join hosts Mike Fowler and Erik Dobell as they dive into the heart of Gatlinburg, Tennessee. From local stories and insider tips to interviews with fascinating people and updates on must-see events, What’s Up Gatlinburg keeps you connected to everything happening in Gatlinburg, Tennessee.

  1. Megan Ownby from Above the Mist Weddings and Events

    1D AGO

    Megan Ownby from Above the Mist Weddings and Events

    In this episode, Erik Dobell and Mike Fowler interview Megan Ownby and her daughter Ryan from Above the Mist Weddings. Above the Mist Weddings was created solely to make your wedding day exceptional! Their goal is to meet all your wedding day expectations with personalized, Christian ceremonies offered at affordable prices, performed in the location which best suits your wants and desires, and most of all, who you are.In this interview Megan how she got into the wedding business, what it was like for Ryan growing up in the business, and the importance of continual learning. Learn more about Above the Mist Weddings at:https://www.abovethemistweddings.com/https://www.facebook.com/abovethemistweddingsandevents/https://www.pinterest.com/abovethemist/Learn more about What's Up Gatlinburg at:WhatsUpGatlinburg.com

    45 min
  2. The Ping Pong Ball Guy, Danny Devaney (What's Up Gatlinburg Podcast)

    MAY 2

    The Ping Pong Ball Guy, Danny Devaney (What's Up Gatlinburg Podcast)

    Welcome to season 2 of What's Up Gatlinburg!In this episode, Erik Dobell and Mike Fowler interview Danny Devaney. Most of our audience will know Danny from the Comedy Barn in Pigeon Forge, but Danny did quite a bit before settling down in the Smoky Mountains.In this interview Danny talks about his early days clowning, the craziest things he's ever juggled (it has something to do with missing body parts), and how he made his way into the Comedy Barn. Learn more about Danny at: https://www.facebook.com/pingpongballguy/ https://www.instagram.com/danny_ping_pong_devaney/ https://www.dannydevaney.com/ See Danny perform nightly at the Comedy Barn in Pigeon Forge https://comedybarn.com Learn more about What's Up Gatlinburg at: https://www.impossibilitiesshow.com/gatlinburg-podcast.html

    44 min

  3. 12/15/2025

    Meet Buford! (What's Up Gatlinburg #19)

    Buford is the quick-witted, wisecrackin’ ventriloquist and hillbilly historian of Hillbillies in the Holler. With over 35 years of performing under his belt, Buford has entertained audiences around the world with his clean comedy, unforgettable characters, and homespun humor. In this episode Erik Dobell and Mike Fowler talk to Buford about his Boogertown Bus Tours, comedy advice he received from the legendary Minnie Pearl, what it's like entertaining in the Smokies.Learn more about Boogertown Bus Tours at: https://www.boogertownbus.com/Follow Boogertown Bus Tours social media at: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573745415546Follow Buford on social media at:https://www.tiktok.com/@meetbufordhttps://www.instagram.com/meetbuford/?hl=enhttps://www.facebook.com/meetbufordhttps://www.youtube.com/@UCQ_AiEKy9n-kMDGBkcklmqQ Follow Hillbillies in the Holler at:https://www.youtube.com/@UCbUy1ss6i5oe2oKX55nWLrQ Learn more about Kayaking with Sassy at:https://www.kayakingwithsassy.com/https://www.facebook.com/KayakingWithSassy/https://www.instagram.com/kayakingwithsassy/Learn more about What's Up Gatlinburg at:https://www.WhatsUpGatlinburg.com

    46 min

  4. 11/28/2025

    A Gatlinburg Rotary Christmas (What's Up Gatlinburg #18)

    Every year the Gatlinburg Rotary puts on a Christmas Party for underprivileged kids in the Sevier County area. In this episode bonus episode of What's Up Gatlinburg, Erik Dobell talks to several Rotary members about the event and some of the other things they do for the area.Learn more at https://www.facebook.com/gatrotaryFollow Gatlinburg Rotary on Social Mediahttps://www.facebook.com/gatrotaryhttps://www.instagram.com/gatrotaryWhat's Up Gatlinburg with Erik Dobell and Mike Fowlerhttps://www.WhatsUpGatlinburg.com

    25 min

  5. 11/21/2025

    Gatlinburg Grind Coffee Shop (What's Up Gatlinburg #17)

    Gatlinburg Grind is a family owned coffee shop that roasts its own coffee beans and bakes its own pastries. They also buy their own diamonds and rings!In this episode, Mike Fowler and Erik Dobell talk to Jeff and Ryan Ownby who own and operate Gatlinburg Grind. We talk about what it's like running a family business, the history of the Ownby family in the Smokies, and PUMPKIN SPICE!Learn more at https://www.gatlinburggrind.com/Follow Gatlinburg Grind on Social Mediahttps://www.facebook.com/gatlinburggrindhttps://www.instagram.com/gatlinburggrindhttps://www.tiktok.com/@gatlinburggrindWhat's Up Gatlinburg with Erik Dobell and Mike Fowlerhttps://www.WhatsUpGatlinburg.com

    30 min

  6. 11/14/2025

    Appalachian Wedding Company Returns with a Big Announcement (What's Up Gatlinburg #16)

    Appalachian Wedding Company provides simple and stress-free weddings in the Smoky Mountains without the luxury price tag.In this episode, Sarah Reagan and Taylor Caldwell return to What's Up Gatlinburg with Erik Dobell and Mike Fowler. They discuss getting married in the Fall, what they've been up to since their last interview, and they have a big announcement about some very romantic tree houses. Learn more at https://www.appalachianweddingcompany.com/Follow Appalachian Wedding Company onlinehttps://www.facebook.com/appalachianweddingco/https://www.instagram.com/appalachianweddingco#https://www.tiktok.com/@appalachianweddingcoWhat's Up Gatlinburg with Erik Dobell and Mike Fowlerhttps://www.WhatsUpGatlinburg.com

    33 min

  7. 11/04/2025

    Cristina Grecu Showroom in Gatlinburg (What's Up Gatlinburg #15)

    Cristina Grecu Showroom is a wedding-dress boutique in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Mostly she offers garment fixing and one-of-a-kind alterations, which you can learn more about in this episode. Erik Dobell and Mike Fowler learn about how Cristina ended up living in the Smokies and how she became interested in dress alterations. She also has a really cute dog.Learn more at https://cristinagrecushowroom.com/Follow Cristina Grecu Showroom onlinehttps://www.facebook.com/cristinagrecushowroomhttps://www.instagram.com/cristinagrecushowroomhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/cristina-grecu-894148390What's Up Gatlinburg with Erik Dobell and Mike Fowlerhttps://www.WhatsUpGatlinburg.com

    30 min
  8. Smokies Life with Jacqueline Harp (What's Up Gatlinburg #14)

    10/21/2025

    Smokies Life with Jacqueline Harp (What's Up Gatlinburg #14)

    Jacqueline Harp is the CEO of Smokies Life which is a nonprofit cooperating association whose purpose is to support scientific, historical and interpretive activities in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park by providing educational products and services to its visitors.In this episode, Erik Dobell and Mike Fowler learn about how Jacqueline started working for Smokies Life, what types of services they provide, and something about the Texas Chainsaw Massacre. Learn more at https://smokieslife.org/Follow Smokies Life onlinehttps://www.instagram.com/Smokies.Lifehttps://www.facebook.com/SmokiesLifehttps://www.youtube.com/c/GreatSmokyMountainshttps://x.com/Smokies_Lifehttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1026877/What's Up Gatlinburg with Erik Dobell and Mike Fowlerhttps://www.WhatsUpGatlinburg.com

    29 min
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Join hosts Mike Fowler and Erik Dobell as they dive into the heart of Gatlinburg, Tennessee. From local stories and insider tips to interviews with fascinating people and updates on must-see events, What’s Up Gatlinburg keeps you connected to everything happening in Gatlinburg, Tennessee.

Information

  • Creator
    Erik Dobell and Mike Fowler
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    23
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Erik Dobell and Mike Fowler
  • Show Website
    What’s Up Gatlinburg!

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