Episodes

In this episode of Connect the Knox, host Julia Hurley sits down with Dan Goss, an innovative restauranteur and philanthropist. They delve into the unique concepts behind his popular restaurant, Point B, located in Knoxville, and discuss his new...

In this episode of Connect the Knox, host Julia Hurley sits down with Amber Carroll, the new host of Living East Tennessee on WATE. Amber shares her journey from Nashville to Knoxville, her love for the local community, and how …

In this episode of Connect the Knox, host Julia Hurley interviews Erika Biddix, owner of the co-working space Aught. Erika shares her journey from launching Girl Boss Offices to rebranding as Aught, highlighting her mission to support female...

In this episode of Connect the Knox, host Julia Hurley chats with Charlotte Tolley, CEO of Nourish Knoxville. Learn about the organization’s mission to provide nourishing foods to the Knoxville community through farmers’ markets, SNAP doubling...

In this engaging episode of Connect the Knox, host Julia Hurley sits down with Colleen Cruze, owner of Cruze Farm. They delve into the rich history and growth of Cruze Farm, starting from Colleen’s parents’ dairy farming roots to its …

In this episode of Connect the Knox, host Julia Hurley interviews Cortney Piper, the influential founder of Piper Communications and executive director of the Tennessee Advanced Energy Business Council. They discuss Cortney's journey from Michigan to...

In this episode of ConnectTheKnox, host Julia Hurley sits down with Catherine Porth, the visionary behind Let Her Speak, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering women in Knoxville and beyond. Catherine shares her journey from corporate life to founding a...

In this episode of Connect the Knox, host Julia Hurley talks with Wil Davenport, founder of It Begins Within, a leadership and growth coaching system. Davenport shares his fascinating journey from working in a church in Maryville to establishing his...

It’s football time in Tennessee! In honor of the start of the season, Julia Hurley sits down with Santa Vol, a beloved icon in the University of Tennessee Athletics community. They discuss Santa Vol's origins, his experiences and relationships with...

In this episode of Connect the Knox, host Julia Hurley sits down with Travis Howerton, local entrepreneur, CEO, and co-founder of RegScale. Travis shares his journey through U.S. national security, his roles at Oak Ridge National Lab and Bechtel, and...

In this episode of Connect the Knox, host Julia Hurley is joined by Dana Hart, Executive Director of the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame. Dana shares her compelling journey from Missouri to Knoxville and her deep involvement in the Hall …

In this episode of Connect the Knox, host Julia Hurley interviews TenHats CEO Brian Strong. They explore his career journey from various sales roles to his current position in IT and data center services. Brian explains the role of TenHats …

From cheese making to fermentation, Kristin Webber has the knowledge to help you get back to the basics. Julia sits down with Kristin to find out what homesteading is, how Kristin developed her love for it, and why Knoxville has …

Sam Elliott, the Vice President of Development for the Young Professionals of Knoxville (YPK), shares his journey from a pilot to a pivotal community leader, detailing the impact of YPK in fostering a vibrant network for young professionals in...

In this episode, we meet John Ewart, the dynamic leader of the Knoxville Chapter of the Associated General Contractors. John shares his inspiring journey from his early days in the Navy to playing football at the University of Tennessee and …

In this heartwarming episode of Connect the Knox, Julia sits down with George Bove, a cherished children's book author who brings the spirit of Knoxville, Tennessee, to life through his stories. George gives us a peek into how he crafts …

In this exciting episode of Connect the Knox, host Julia Hurley speaks with Justin Cazana, one of Knoxville's leading commercial real estate brokers and developers. With over 20 years of experience, Justin shares stories about his experiences in real...

In this episode of Connect the Knox, Julia Hurley engages with grants expert Lisa Shiveler. From her journey to Knoxville to her pivotal role in transforming local educational and community initiatives through grant writing, Lisa offers an insider's...

Julia is joined by Kim Bumpas, the president of Visit Knoxville, to discuss the transformation of Knoxville into a must-visit destination. They explore Kim’s journey in the tourism industry, the revitalization of iconic landmarks like the Sunsphere,...

This episode of ConnectTheKnox features a conversation with Stephanie Vozar, Director of Corporate Philanthropy at the University of Tennessee, focusing on her role in forging connections between the university and corporate partners to prepare...

Julia Hurley talks with Kristen Combs, the creative mind at Visit Knoxville and the author of 100 Things to Do in Knoxville Before You Die. Kristen's move from Michigan to Knoxville led her to promote the city's rich history, lively …

Zack Roskop, the innovative mind behind Knox Brew Tours, shares his journey from uncertainty to creating a unique craft beer experience in Knoxville on this episode of ConnectTheKnox.

On this episode of ConnectTheKnox, Julia sits down with John Volpe to discuss Remote Area Medical (RAM) and its impact on East Tennessee.

On this episode of ConnectTheKnox, Julia and Elise Collier Massey discuss the immense growth that Knoxville County has seen over the last 40 years and why being local is so important to her community and success.