Appalachian Classy

The Mountains are Calling

In this episode, we talk about coffee dates and chocolate croissants, wrong GPS turns and winding roads, winter flurries and narrow overlooks. But beneath the scenery is something deeper: perspective. The Foothills Parkway took more than 50 years to complete—built by generations who labored on a vision they might never see finished. That kind of endurance isn’t flashy. It’s faithful. It’s steady. It’s showing up when the view isn’t fully formed yet. We all have stretches of road that feel unfinished. Seasons when the fog sits low and we’re unsure what’s ahead. Sometimes the most spiritual thing we can do is pull over, step out into the cold air, lift our eyes, and remember where we are—and whose we are. Continue the conversation on Substack: Reflections, stories, and episode notes from Pull Up a Chair with Char and Tori 👉 https://charhipsher.substack.com/publish/home [https://charhipsher.substack.com/publish/home]

He loves me, He loves me not, He LOVES me!

Valentine’s Day can bring big expectations—but real love is usually quiet and steady. In this episode, Char shares a hilarious (and humbling) story about accidentally ruining the family car and the unexpected moment that revealed what lasting love truly looks like. Along the way, Char and Tori reflect on choosing grace in everyday moments and why love should be measured by how it stays, not how it performs. Continue the conversation on Substack: Reflections, stories, and episode notes from Pull Up a Chair with Char and Tori 👉 https://charhipsher.substack.com/publish/home [https://charhipsher.substack.com/publish/home]

Goin' to town

Growing up, “goin’ to town” wasn’t just about where you were headed—it was about how you showed up. Hair fixed. Good clothes on. A quiet understanding that who you are matters, even in the small moments. In this episode, we pull up a chair and talk about identity, intention, and the kind of dignity that starts on the inside.

Full House Full Hearts

Episode 2—the snow is everywhere but here, the overbuying and overcooking, the house filling up with family, dogs, and a baby on the way, and that gentle encouragement to people walking through hard seasons.

Appalachian Classy

An Intro to Pull Up A Chair Podcast