Totally Athens: Cool, Current & Crafted in The Classic City Meredith McLucas
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Welcome to "Totally Athens" where we celebrate the vibrant culture and unconventional charm of Athens, Georgia.
Whether you're an Athens local looking for new adventures or a visitor planning an unforgettable trip, "Totally Athens" is your go-to source for the latest and greatest in the Classic City. Hosted by Meredith McLucas, proud Athenian since 1995.
Join Meredith for casual, engaging conversations with Athens' coolest characters, local businesses, talented musicians, and creative makers who make this city truly special.Stay in the loop with insider tips on upcoming events and new must-visit places, and all the fun happenings around this quaint college town.
Get ready to dive into the heart and soul of our beloved city. Subscribe now to "Totally Athens" and let's explore the very best of Athens, Georgia, together. Follow "Totally Athens" on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/totallyathens
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Move Over, October...It's April Ghouls! with Roseann Harpold
Get your springtime scares here! Learn all about Hauntfest April Ghouls, one of the Classic City's newest and spookiest upcoming festivals, with founder Roseann Harpold.
Follow Hauntfest:
Website: http://www.hauntfest.us/
April Ghouls 2024 Tickets: https://mrh80504.wixsite.com/haunt-fest/buy-tickets
Instagram: @hauntfest.athens
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551337902116
Some of Roseann’s Athens favorites + other Athens stuff in this episode :
Bear Hollow Zoo: https://accgov.com/bearhollow
Boar’s Head Lounge: https://www.instagram.com/boarsheadlounge
Cafe Racer: https://www.caferacer78.com/
Cam and His Dam Jam Band: https://www.instagram.com/cdjband
Circle of Friends Animal Society: https://cofas.org/
Flagpole Guide to Athens: https://flagpole.com/
Florence Cardigan: https://www.instagram.com/florence.cardigan
Mama’s Boy: https://www.mamasboyathens.com/
Rabbit Hole Studios: https://rabbitholestudios.org/
Sandy Creek Park: https://www.accgov.com/sandycreekpark
Southern Brewing Company: https://www.sobrewco.com/
The Young Frankensteins: https://www.facebook.com/theyoungfrankensteinsATH/
Trappeze: https://trappezepub.com/
Wild Rumpus: https://wildrumpus.org/
Wim Tapley & the Cannons: https://www.wimtapley.com/
Thanks for listening to Totally Athens! Be sure to subscribe and come back soon for more great guests, upcoming events and to stay in the loop on all of the fun things happening in The Classic City.
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Living Loud in a Foodie Wonderland with Melinda Edwards & Ken Manring
Get to know Melinda Edwards and Ken Manring of White Tiger as we go behind the scenes in the Athens dining scene, discover hidden hot spots and explore popular neighborhood hangouts in Boulevard/Normaltown and Watkinsville.
Follow White Tiger:
https://whitetigerathens.com/
https://whitetigerdeluxe.com/
Instagram: @whitetigerathens @whitetigerdeluxe
Some of Melinda & Ken’s Athens favorites + more from this episode :
Agua Linda: https://agualindarestaurant.com
Automatic: https://autopizzaathens.com
State Botanical Garden of GA: https://botgarden.uga.edu
Cali N Titos: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100053123234377
Cloth & Kind: https://clothandkind.com
Condor Chocolates: https://www.condorchocolates.com
Elephant 6: http://www.elephant6.com
Evergreen: @evergreen_.band
Flagpole: https://flagpole.com
Georgia Museum of Art: https://georgiamuseum.org
Hidden Gem: @hiddengemglobalhq
HiLo: https://www.hiloathens.com
Jittery Joe’s: https://www.jitteryjoes.com
Kishi Bashi: http://kishibashi.com
Leave it to Geege: https://play.mylifetime.com/shows/leave-it-to-geege
Mama Ning’s: http://www.mamaningsthai.com
Mama’s Boy: https://www.mamasboyathens.com
Maepole: https://maepole.com
Montane: https://www.montanespring.com
The National: https://www.thenationalrestaurant.com
Nuci’s Camp Amped: https://www.nuci.org/summer-camps
OCAF: https://www.ocaf.com
The Old Pal: http://theoldpal.com
Omoiyari (Film): https://www.omoiyarisongfilm.com
Sandy Creek: https://www.visitathensga.com/listing/sandy-creek-park/192/
Wire Park: https://wirepark.net
ZZ & Simone’s: https://www.zzandsimones.com
Thanks for listening to Totally Athens! Be sure to subscribe and come back soon for more great guests, upcoming events and to stay in the loop on all of the fun things happening in The Classic City.
Follow us on Instagram: @totallyathens Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/totallyathens Find us online at totallyathens.com
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Rhythm & Roast: A Signature Blend of Music & Business with Seth Hendershot
Catch up with entrepreneur and musician Seth Hendershot of Athens' celebrated coffee, bar and music venue Hendershot's. Seth reveals the inspiration behind his business and his unique perspective on the Athens music scene. Join us for an authentic conversation as we explore the harmonious blend of coffee, music, and community experience that defines his enriching contributions to the local culture.
Follow Hendershot's
Website: https://hendershotsathens.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hendershots.athens
Instagram: @hendershots_
Seth's Musical Projects:
Beats, Rhymes & Life
Randall Bramblett: http://www.randallbramblett.com/
The Good Grief Trio: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wxoxVhoj84A
Some of Seth’s Athens favorites + other stuff in this episode :
Blind Pig: https://www.blindpigtavern.com/
Chuck's Fish: http://chucksfish.com/
Cicada Rhythm: https://www.cicadarhythm.org/
Fishbug: SoundCloud
Hefner: https://hefner.bandcamp.com/
Hidden Gem: @hiddengemglobalhq
The Howdies: https://www.thehowdiesmusic.com/
Jittery Joe's: https://www.jitteryjoes.com/
LB: YouTube
Mama Ning's: https://www.mamanings.com/
Monsoon: https://www.monsoonforever.com
Motorhead TwoTimes: YouTube
Organically Programmed Orchestra: https://www.instagram.com/organicallyprogrammed
Puma Yu's: https://pumayus.com/
Pylon Reenactment Society: http://www.pylonreenactmentsociety.com/
Seabear: http://seabearoysterbar.com/
Sr Sol: https://www.srsolathens.com/web/index.php
Sakura: http://sakuraathens.com/
Swing Theory: https://realswingtheory.wixsite.com/home
Thai Spoon: http://www.thaispoonathens.com/
Tlaloc: http://ordertlaloc.com/
TRVY: https://trvyf.bandcamp.com/album/ova-xl-stimpak
Thanks for listening to Totally Athens! Be sure to subscribe and come back soon for more great guests, upcoming events and to stay in the loop on all of the fun things happening in The Classic City.
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Athens, GA's Best Holiday Lights Displays: A 5-Minute Quick Guide
Discover the must-see holiday lights and displays that will ignite your festive spirit, along with a few late December events that will add an extra dash of joy to your calendar.
A few episode links and more info:
Electrical Elf: https://www.instagram.com/theelectricalelf/
Lunsford Farm: https://www.facebook.com/lunsfordfarm/
Miracle Bar at The Expat: https://www.theexpatathens.com/
Winter Wonderlights/Disco Nights at the State Botanical Garden of Georgia: https://botgarden.uga.edu/wonderlights/
Winterville Holiday Lights: https://www.wintervilleartscouncil.org/holiday-lights-map
Thanks for listening to Totally Athens! Be sure to subscribe and come back soon for more great guests, upcoming events and to stay in the loop on all of the fun things happening in The Classic City.
Follow us on Instagram: @totallyathens Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/totallyathens Find us online at totallyathens.com
Go have some fun in Athens this week! -
Harmony & Discord: An Athens Mixtape with JoJo Glidewell (Part 2)
In Part 2, the conversation continues with Athens musician, JoJo Glidewell. In this episode, JoJo delves into the details about his summer tour as a keyboard tech with 80’s hit maker Howard Jones, plus he shares some Athens stories and some of his favorite things from around town.
JoJo's Musical projects (alphabetical):
Cheap Heaven: https://cheapheaven.bandcamp.com/album/dust-to-jumbo
Locate S,1: https://locates1.com/
Modern Skirts: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100062858811486
Night Palace: https://www.nightpalacemusic.com/
of Montreal: https://www.ofmontreal.net/
Follow JoJo:
Instagram: @gardsyvis https://www.instagram.com/gardsyvis/
Summer 2023 Touring Acts Mentioned (alphabetical):
Berlin: https://www.berlinpage.com
Culture Club: https://boygeorgeandcultureclub.net
Howard Jones: http://www.howardjones.com
Some of JoJo’s Athens favorites and other local stuff mentioned in this episode :
40 Watt Club: https://www.40watt.com/
McKendrick Bearden: https://mckendrickbearden.bandcamp.com/album/bright-as-the-mines-out
Cali N Tito's: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063572174177
Chase Park Transduction Studios: https://www.chaseparktransduction.com
Firefly Trail: https://www.fireflytrail.com/
Flicker: https://flickertheatre.wpengine.com/#home
Georgia Theatre: https://georgiatheatre.com/
Heffner: https://www.facebook.com/Heffnerband
Hendershot’s: https://hendershotsathens.com
Hi-Lo Lounge: https://www.hiloathens.com
Historic Athens Porchfest: https://www.historicathens.com/porchfest
J's Bottle Shop: https://www.jsbottleshop.com/
Jittery Joes: https://jitteryjoes.com/
Kuroma: https://www.roughtradepublishing.com/artist/kuroma
Normal Bar: https://www.facebook.com/normal.bar.7/
North Oconee River Greenway: https://www.accgov.com/greenway
The Old Pal: http://theoldpal.com
Piedmont Preserve: http://piedmont-preserve.org/
Thanks for listening to Totally Athens! Be sure to subscribe and come back soon for more great guests, upcoming events and to stay in the loop on all of the fun things happening in The Classic City.
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Harmony & Discord: An Athens Mixtape with JoJo Glidewell (Part 1)
Go on a journey through the life of an Athens musician with multi-band keyboardist JoJo Glidewell. In Part 1, we go behind the music with JoJo on his time with Modern Skirts, the skinny on how he hooked up with of Montreal and the unique challenges of being a touring musician during the pandemic.
Links and more info from this episode:
JoJo's Musical projects (alphabetical):
Cheap Heaven: https://cheapheaven.bandcamp.com/album/dust-to-jumbo
Locate S,1: https://locates1.com/
Modern Skirts: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100062858811486
Night Palace: https://www.nightpalacemusic.com/
of Montreal: https://www.ofmontreal.net/
Follow JoJo:
Instagram: @gardsyvis https://www.instagram.com/gardsyvis/
Other Athens stuff mentioned in this episode:
255 Milledge (Hardeman-Sams House): https://255milledge.com/
40 Watt Club: https://www.40watt.com/
Epting Events: https://www.eptingevents.com/
Georgia Theatre: https://georgiatheatre.com/
Jittery Joes: https://jitteryjoes.com/
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Go have some fun in Athens this week!
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