Shop Small part 2! | really...

This week, Sierra and Michael-Thomas spotlight some of their favorite local businesses and restaurants across the Appalachian Highlands, including Bristol, Asheville, Johnson City, and Marion, Virginia. From beloved community staples to newer hidden gems, they explore the stories, food, and experiences that make small businesses so meaningful. The episode also touches on rebuilding after Hurricane Helene, why local economies matter, and the joy of discovering places with real personality and heart. Expect laughs, food cravings, and plenty of recommendations to add to your road trip list.Executive Producers: Sierra Chapman & M. Thomas GriffithProduction Assistance: DCB ProductionsEditing: Sierra ChapmanArtwork: M. Thomas GriffithMusic: AlexGuz via Pixabay.comEmail: [email protected]: https://bit.ly/reallypodInstagram: @really_thepodFacebook at Really... with Sierra & Michael-ThomasLinktree: https://linktr.ee/reallythepodTikTok @really_thepodcastReally The Pod Shop go to reallypodshop.myshopify.com© 2026 GrifChap Studio, LLC. All rights reserved. really… with Sierra & Michael-Thomas is produced by GrifChap Studio, LLC. The views and opinions expressed by hosts Sierra, Michael-Thomas, and their guests are their own and do not reflect those of their employers, Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College and Northeast State Community College, respectively.