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Not Salty

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Deep Creek Lake's Coolest Podcast! Join Jon, Mike, and Kristin as they interview locals to get the inside scoop on all things Deep Creek Lake and Garrett County. As Maryland's largest freshwater lake, Deep Creek is Not Salty, so neither are we.

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Episodes

  1. Episode 14 - Mark Clookie

    You've seen NCIS, right? Well we sit down with the former director of NCIS , Mark Clookie, who has ALL the awesome stories you'd expect. Plus, he loves Deep Creek, and has been coming here long enough to know he wants to stay forever. He talks about starring in NCIS, meeting the actors, what he...

  2. Epsidoe 13 - Brian O'Brien

    You know how sometimes you're living in Pittsburgh but then want to move to Deep Creek? Well Brian knows all about that - if you can't relate. We chat with our friend and local legend Brian O'Brien and hear all about his cool journey to Deep Creek and raising his family here. Kristin was sick...

  3. Episode 12 - Jimmy Galusky

    In this episode, we sit down with our buddy, Jimmy Galusky. Jimmy is from nearby Preston Co WV and found his way to WVU baseball's team and then allll the way to MLB - and then to us! We chat about his unique journey to the big time, being salty, and everything in between.

  4. Episode 11 - Laura Fike

    If you haven't heard of Laura, you've probably seen her out and about, at the very least. This week we interview local Laura Fike! We hear about the week she moved to Garrett County - which was during a once in a lifetime weather emergency - how she went from teaching to running local non-profit...

  5. Episode 10 - Penny Sanburn

    We zoom in and get down to business this week is Dynamic Dragon Boat Racing leader Penny Sanburn! We met Penny through the Mountain Maryland Dragon Boat Festival here in Garrett County. We learn how she got into helping non-profits, hear all about her travels, the crazy races she's attended all...

  6. Episode 9 - Andy Hotchkiss

    Remember when Jon was HGTV? The first time? Andy was there, too! We chat about the process of being on HGTV, enjoying the lake life, and how he owns one of Baltimore's most infamous bars and venues - Hammerjacks. This one was fun! Let us know who to interview next!

  7. Episode 8 - Bob Rudy

    Did you know Wisp Resort WAS NOT the original name?! We break down all kinds of past history like that with local Bob Rudy - his family was one of the first to have retail space in downtown Oakland and they ran the famous Rudy's Ski Shop at Wisp. We talk about all that and more - check it out!…

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  8. Episode 7 - Bruce Michael

    If you've been around the lake at all - you've heard about the Arrowhead Dredging project... if you're thinking...ew, lame, boring...well ... you're wrong. And Bruce Michael is going to tell you why. This week the Not Salty crew sits down with the head of the project and we ask all the burning...

  9. Episode 6 - Brenda McDonnell

    If you've been to Deep Creek, changes are VERY HIGH you've eaten at one of our guest's restaurants - that's right - we sat down with the one and only, Brenda McDonnell. You know, like Brenda's Pizza?! Firewater?!!? Traders Coffee?!?!? Firewater????? We talk about how she came to Deep Creek from…

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  10. Episode 4 - Don Sincell

    In this episode the Not Salty Crew chats with local legend and Kristin's first boss (Yikes!) Don Sincell. His family history goes back to the 1800s! We talk about his family owning the local newspaper, his hilarious Honi Honi story, and everything in between! **originally published 12/29/23**

  11. Episode 5 - George Collins

    Did you know you could only buy alcohol at TWO PLACES back in the day?!?! We catch up with George Collins who walks us through some old history of the lake, how he opened one of the first beverage shops, and what Deep Creek was like from the 70s on. As with most our guests, he's a hoot - let us...

  12. Episode 3 - Justin Berk Part 2

    ***NOTE - there was an audio looping issue when we first launched - we'll replace with a new video version soon! Until then, here's the UNCUT (you'll understand when you hear it) audio version. You've been waiting - part 2 of Justin Berk's episode is up! We find out what he's salty about, we find...

  13. Episode 2 - Justin Berk Part 1

    Our first two-part episode! We sit down with Justin Berk - a meteorologist who has channeled his weather-loving talents into some amazing things. Of course, we talk about the weather...but it's not small talk....clearly since we have two episodes.... Enjoy part 1! Part 2 drops next week

  14. Season 2 Episode 1 - Jarrod Harper

    In this episode, the Not Salty crew sit down with local hometown football star turned NFL player turned Realtor extraordinaire - Jarrod Harper. Born and raised in Maryland, Jarrod's football career took him to West Virginia University and then into the NFL with the Jacksonville Jaguars. Now…

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  15. Episode 24 - Ann Smith

    Surprise! Here's our secret episode from Season 1- Recorded last season but never released. In this episode, the Not Salty crew sit down with Ann Smith, whose grandparents owned a large majority of the land around Deep Creek Lake. Learn how Pergin Farms, Thousand Acres, and the Blakeslee were...

  16. Episode 23 - Elliott Perfetti

    In this episode, The Not Salty crew sits down with their good friend and local legend, Elliott Perfetti. As a life-long resident of McHenry, Elliott has all the inside knowledge only a true local would have. Growing up on the slopes and even proposing to his wife at Wisp Resort, Elliott is now...

  17. Episode 22 - Mike Delligatti

    This week, the Not Salty crew sits down with Mike Delligatti - if you don't know his last name...let's just say he has some pretty cool connections. His family started The Honi Honi, Garrett 8 Cinemas, Arrowhead Market, AND UNOs - so yeah, you'll wanna hear this one! He tells us all sorts of fun...

  18. Episode 21 - Bob Boal

    You guys wanted history - so we called in a local historian... as in, runs the Historical Society. The Not Salty crew sits down with Bob Boal and we cover everything from the 1800s to the 1980s to present day. Learn how the area first came to popularity, the surprising famous history figures who...

  19. Episode 20 - Kurt Heckman

    Podcasts shouldn't need a rocket scientist, but we brought one on just in case. In this episode, the Not Salty crew chats with aerospace engineer and local Kurt Heckman. We chat about the unexpected celebrity he met at 7 springs skiing, his work for the White House, and his unbelievable - like...

  20. Episode 19 - Joni & Lee Skidmore

    In this episode, the Not Salty crew sits down with the creative minds behind some of your favorite mixed drinks at Deep Creek - Joni & Lee Skidmore! We chat about how they come up with their drink menu, how they are married..and still work together..their big plans for the future, and everything…

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  21. Episode 17 - Bill Poffenbarger

    In this episode, the Not Salty crew chat with our bourbon brewin' buddy, Bill Poffenbarger! He talks about starting his mortgage and financing company MLend, how he started his distillery Fordham Lee, and all the cool stuff in between. Bill was nice enough to bring us a few bottles so trust us…

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  22. Episode 16 - Pat Hudnall

    In this episode, Jon, Mike, and Kristin chat with local taproom and all around cool dude, Pat Hudnall. Pat left his government job to open Vagabond Taproom, one of Oakland's best attractions. We chat about all things beer, what it's like starting a business from scratch, and of course - what he's...

  23. Episode 15 - Julie Friend

    This week, the Not Salty crew sits down with local farmer Julie Friend! Julie operates Wildom Farms, a regenerative farm with cows, pigs, chickens, and more! The animals on her farm are processed and sold in her store, too! We chat all things ag, what it was like moving to Garrett County, her…

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  24. Episode 14 - C. Jonathan Anderson

    In this episode, Jon, Mike, and Kristin chat with local bouncer, mystic, poet, and all-around 'been there, done that' guy , Jonathan Anderson. We hear about his recent trip to London, how he came to Garrett County from Washington, D.C., how him, Jon, AND our friend Russell all bounced at the same...

  25. Episode 13 - Pastor Dave Marsh

    In this episode, the Not Salty crew sits down with Pastor Dave Marsh from Crossroads Church. We cover all the things he's salty about, his journey from being a musician to a preacher, building his church community in Garrett County, and of course , his best Honi Honi story. Let us know who to...

  26. Episode 12 - Josh Spiker

    In this episode, the Not Salty crew chat with local Josh Spiker, who heads up the local non-profit Garrett Trails. We talk about Fork Run Recreation Area, Garrett Trail's mission, their hopes for the next section of public parks for Garrett County, and of course - his best Honi story. We even...

  27. Episode 11 - Ellen Housley

    In this episode, the Not Salty crew interviews local interior design legend Ellen Housley! We cover all things interior design - including what's ~TrENdY~ , her family farm that's been passed from woman to woman since the 1870s, and her favorite memories growing up at Deep Creek Lake in the 60s…

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  28. Episode 10 - Meagan Till

    FINALLY - There's a lady in the house! In this episode, we sit down with Dutch's at Silver Tree managing partner, Meagan Till! She gives us the inside scoop about opening Dutch's, where the infamous orange crush came from, and all things restaurant life. We were so happy to finally have a woman…

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  29. Episode 9 - Mike Doble

    In this episode, the Not Salty crew chat with Ski South East's very own Mike Doble! We cover all things Mid-Atlantic skiing, snow making, how he pioneering a ski website way before it was cool, creating one of the top webcam websites in the country, and everything in between. Mike was our first...

  30. Episode 8 - Jimmy Railey

    Join the Not Salty crew as they chat with local legend Jimmy Railey. Jimmy talks about how his grandparents helped create Deep Creek Lake, his family's deep history here, getting kicked off the school bus, traveling, and most importantly - his epic Honi story.

  31. Episode 7 - Bill Meagher

    In this episode, Jon, Mike, and Kristin sit down with the legen-dairy Bill Meagher! Bill is the owner and founder of the Lakeside Creamery, a local staple in the Deep Creek Lake and Garrett County community since 1994. Bill talks about coming to Deep Creek, sets all the rumors straight about how…

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  32. Episode 6 - Paul Edwards

    In this episode, Jon, Mike, and Kristin chat with Garrett County Commissioner Paul Edwards! We talk about his life as a small town politician, his dad's NFL career, what's really going on with the Yough Corridor, and more. Just like with Episode 4, we do our best to get sponsored by Victory...

  33. Episode Five - Connor Norman

    In this episode, Jon, Mike, and Kristin catch up with local radio personality Connor Norman. Connor talks all about his previous life as a wedding DJ, his epic Honi story, and how he discovered his 'passion' for radio.. or rather, how he was discovered. We get off the rails at times with fun…

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  34. Episode 4 - Michael Fratz

    In this episode, Jon, Mike, and Kristin chat with local celebrity Michael Fratz. We discuss growing up on a farm in Garrett County, leaving for college, traveling Europe, living in New York City, and how he ended up back in his hometown. Of course, we cover his best Honi story, and all the things...

  35. Episode 3 - Nick Fratz-Orr

    Join Jon, Mike, and Kristin as they interview the world famous Nick Fratz-Orr! Not only is he the fastest REALTOR, he's also a great friend. Nick started riding motocross as a kid, and ultimately earned his professional designation and raced against the best in the world. Following in his dad's...

  36. Epsiode 2 - Steve Green

    In this episode, Jon, Mike, and Kristin sit down with local legend and business owner - Steve Green! Steve came to Deep Creek fresh out of college to pursue adventure sports and skiing. He would go from being a ski instructor to owning this own ski and adventure sports store - High Mountain…

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  37. Episode 1 - Jesse Shimrock

    In this episode, Jon, Mike, and Kristin chat with Jesse Shimrock. Jesse has traveled the world kayaking and climbing, creating an expedition called 'Summit to Sea' that has yet to be replicated. Jesse was raised in Garrett County, and after traveling the world, he found that there truly is no…

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  38. Welcome to 'Not Salty' Podcast!

    The Not Salty Podcast is a casual interview series where three Deep Creek locals interview local legends, friends, and interesting people who love Deep Creek Lake and Garrett County. Join Jon, Mike, and Kristin as they find out everything you've wanted to know behind the scenes at Deep Creek!

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Deep Creek Lake's Coolest Podcast! Join Jon, Mike, and Kristin as they interview locals to get the inside scoop on all things Deep Creek Lake and Garrett County. As Maryland's largest freshwater lake, Deep Creek is Not Salty, so neither are we.

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