The Upstate Trail Talks

On the Trail with: Due South Coffee Roasters

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin celebrates the 150th episode with Ricardo Pereira, founder of Due South Coffee Roasters! Growing up in Brazil, Ricardo brings his unique perspective of the coffee industry here to the Upstate and shares the importance of every step of the coffee process - from the farmers growing the beans to the barista pouring you a cup! This week's sponsors: Carmella's Cafe and Dessert Bar - https://carmellasdessertbar.com/

On the Trail with: Yerp

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin is joined by Kris Valzone, one of the founders of Yerp! Yerp is an app designed for outdoor enthusiasts to plan adventures and build community. Whether you hike, bike, climb, kayak, etc, Yerp is your go to spot to get outside! Available for Apple and Android! This week's sponsors: Carmella's Cafe and Dessert Bar - https://carmellasdessertbar.com/

On the Trail with: Breathe Well Be Well

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin and his guest talk about something we never really think twice about: Breathing! Joined by Perrin White, founder of Breathe Well Be Well, the two talk about the impact that breathing can affect your overall health and what can be done to help! Book and appointment with Perrin here! [https://breathewellbewell.janeapp.com/#/airway-health] This week's sponsors: Carmella's Cafe and Dessert Bar - https://carmellasdessertbar.com/

On the Trail with: South Carolina New Play Festival

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin is walks and talks with West Hyler, the Executive Director of the South Carolina New Play Festival. West talks about his career as a director, working on world-renowned productions and why starting the New Play Festival is so important to the industry and to the Upstate.  Grab your tickets for any of the shows here! [https://scnpf.ludus.com/index.php] This week's sponsors: Carmella's Cafe and Dessert Bar - https://carmellasdessertbar.com/

On the Trail with: Deadlast + Lucas Williams

This week on The Upstate Trail Talks, Griffin hits the track with Lucas Williams, co-founder of Deadlast, as they ditch their workout to record this Trail Talk. Lucas talks about his journey of becoming a runner, building this brand, and the importance of equipping local runners with high quality gear. This week's sponsors: Carmella's Cafe and Dessert Bar - https://carmellasdessertbar.com/