Chef John Malik is Greenville’s first chef with a James Beard nomination. He loves a funky diner just as much as a white tablecloth brasserie and he'll introduce you to your favorite chefs, coffee roasters, food writers, farmers, craft brewers, restaurant owners, cocktail crafters, butchers, and wine geeks. Broadcast from John & Amy's hobby farm in Piedmont, SC, they'll share insight into the growing season, raising chickens, and keeping honey bees.
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Jake the raven interviewing special guest Frank the goat Cover art photo provided by Parker Johnson on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@pkripperprivate
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Join Dave, Mike, Darren, and Pete, along with a wild assortment of scientific experts, rabid fans, and underqualified staff, as they navigate the intricacies of managing one of the most mysterious and beguiling petting zoos in the world. It's an amusement park of the mind dedicated to that most misunderstood and charming beast: the alligator. A completely improvised comedy show that has been an entertainment behemoth at KNCE 93.5 FM True Taos Radio since 2015 is now a podcast! If you want mo ...
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Derek Underwood of SC Agriculture
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On July 1st, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control will cease to exist. Which departments will pick up their responsibilities and who will take over restaurant inspections? That's why I've asked Derek underwood to join me. He's a Clemson grad, a huge fan of our state's fresh fruits and vegetables, and as the assistant co…
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Mr. Soby's himself, Carl Sobocinski
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What can be said about Carl Sobicinski that hasn't already been said? He's the proprietor of the most successful restaurant in Greenville and he's the brains behind the Table 301 Group which includes, past and present, Passerelle Bistro, The Lazy Goat, Nose Dive, Southern Pressed, Restaurant O, Jones Oyster Company, The Loft, and Table 301 Catering…
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Buying and Selling Restaurants with George Buell
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George Buell has a long and interesting background in Hospitality. He's owned a market, tended bar, managed bustling steakhouses and while in college, he managed the dining room of his Ivy League school. Today he helps people buy and sell restaurants through National Restaurant Properties. If you've ever been tempted to be in the business, listen i…
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Mike tells of an adventurous evening in the care of law enforcement, then the guys learn that he has children-- kind of. Darren admits to some illicit "wrassling." New segment: Alli-facts! (for the kids). Mike and Dave discuss some musical theatre. More aromahypnotherapy! Dave discusses an embarrassing medical condition. The guys gush over YOU, our…
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Chef Laura Pauli, the Cucina TestaRossa
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As the Christmas holiday is up on us, I've gone outside of South Carolina for my guest and welcome to Laura Pauli, a private chef and certified sommelier in San Francisco, CA. Listen in as she discusses her time in Poland with World Central Kitchen and the visits she made to Ukraine.โดย Chef Laura Pauli
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CJ Golobish of Liability Brewing
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Mortal Wombat IPA. Do I have to say more? CJ Golobish is the brewmaster behind some of Greenville's most respected beers and he's a fascinating guy that's traveled the world, served in the US Marine Corps, and knows his beer and world history. Listen is as he and Jeremy Cody, the packaging manager of Liability, join me for an intriguing conversatio…
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Mike is back and takes a verbal probing regarding his wife(?). Time for a Farm Report where we check in with everyone watching the show. Fun Fair update! Also, the guys try to contain their enthusiasm for the Big Gator Dance that's right around the corner. Mike wants to send some treats to listeners. Darren blesses us all with his home remedies for…
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#25 -- "Full Shan Cock-a-lo"
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Dave gives Mike a "gift" that he'll be enjoying throughout most of the first half of the show. A caller encounters suspicious activity and logically calls the Farm. Dave gets an earful of church. The guys tally the votes! (For...?) We introduce a new segment that will likely never be heard again. The guys get another interesting caller who has a un…
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The guys are primed for the Revolution of the Mind that they are ushering in and are thrilled to get listeners on board. We get the ski report. Mike and Dave discuss the hard times we're all going through and come up with novel ways to pay the listeners. We get tips for toxic living, and a surprise visit from a local official that Darren seems a li…
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#23 -- "The Tongue Episode"
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If you haven't had any tongue in a while, then this is the episode for you.โดย The Alligator Farm Radio Show
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Erik Guzman of Cucho's Taco Grill
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Erik Guzman has the restaurant business in his blood. The son of a chef, Erik spent time in the construction business before launching Cucho's Taco Grill during the height of the pandemic. Listen in as John and Eric discuss the many challenges of opening and running a bustling restaurant.โดย Erik Guzman of Cucho's Taco Grill
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Mike and Dave have returned from their recent book tour. Pete and Darren are curious about a subscription service Mike has, then Mike tells a story about a peculiar neighbor. The guys have had enough of the slander and false accusations and decide it's time for a lawsuit. We hear from our somnolent new sponsor. The crew puts a healing on one of the…
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The guys can't find their daily newspaper. Mike tells us how he gets his vitamin D. Something is wrong with Dave-- again. There's a new show on the show, "Stranger than @#$%". We get to hear a real life alligator therapy session. And the crew learns of a powerful new neighbor that's causing some problems.…
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Marty Nicholson of Travelers Rest Farmer's Market
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He may be a volunteer, yet he's really brought the TR Market into the big leagues. Marty has a wonderful background and he's a huge fan of Greenville, Travelers Rest, and the farm to table movement. Listen in as we chat about his work at the market and some of the episodes that shaped him.โดย Marty Nicholson
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The guys find a few interesting items when they clean out the fridge. Dave is plagued by a medical condition. They playback voicemail messages from a variety of folks that you won't want to miss. Dave puts Mike through a mental exercise. The crew discusses their unbelievable status in the broadcasting world. There's a new crop at the Farm and it's …
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Cooking with World Central Kitchen, Poland
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No sooner had Russia invaded Ukraine under false pretenses of exterminating Nazis, World Central Kitchen was there. They set up a kitchen inside a warehouse in Przemysl, Poland and set about feeding the refugees from Ukraine. In mid-March I spent ten days there and on May 1st I returned for a second tour, and this time I recorded short interviews w…
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#19 -- "Prescription Drug Swap"
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The guys discuss upcoming events at the Farm with Marilyn, a guest for this episode. The crew discusses why Mike has an inexplicable power of attraction while Darren has the exact opposite. Marilyn entertains the guys with a story about beverages. We listen to a message from an angry neighbor, and an unearthed short interview with a banjo expert. T…
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#18 -- "Too Much Man on You"
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Mike and Pete tell Darren about a TV show he's never seen. Pete discovers a shocking secret about life at the Farm. The guys are interested in one of Pete's more peculiar paramours. No one knows where Dave is or why he's gone. Mike displays one of his carny skills.โดย The Alligator Farm Radio Show
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Steve the Vet Tech stops by to check on the gators and Darren shows off his new project. Someone has a birthday! We broadcast the exclusive "Call to Prayer" for the alligators. The crew discusses the finer points of gator education. We have our once-a-year call to a climatologist to get a report on the near future. The guys weigh in on Dave's denta…
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#16 - "Sanest Place on the Planet"
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Dave has a connection with a certain special caller. The guys decide that Mike may not be done with rehab. They discuss high-level kitchen maintenance, then reach out to the Department of Defense with new ideas. Poison Control is on speed dial for a reason, folks! And we close with the Veterinary Hour where the crew discusses tips and techniques, f…
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#15 -- "What Happened to Dave? Part 2 of 2"
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Finally, the thrilling conclusion of Dave's nightmare and the toll it took on the guys at the Farm! After that, an other-worldly discussion about Karen Carpenter, then Pete hosts the old fan favorite, "Call a Canadian".โดย The Alligator Farm Radio Show
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#14 -- "What Happened to Dave? Part 1 of 2"
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Last week, Mike and Darren asked Dave why he had been detained the week before. Farm fans were concerned and confused, and rightly so. We received a TON of calls and letters, many written in your tears, expressing your heartfelt distress about Dave. He's all right, but the truth is so disturbing that the broadcast has been delayed until now. Here i…
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#13 -- "Chinese Flamethrowers"
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In the spirit of April Fools Day, the guys investigate a little trickery that's been going on around the Farm. They tell fans about the upcoming singalong, then discuss a local controversy that's making headlines. Pete gets a special interview with one of the Farm's well-known scientists. The crew delves into some questionable accounting at the Far…
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Linda Lee, Greenville Food Writer
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You've read her essays on Greenville's food and beverage scene in Town Magazine, Spirit which is the magazine of Southwest Airlines, Tempus Magazine, 10Best.com, and USA Today. Prior to that Linda was the executive editor of Michelin's Red Guide of the US. Chefs across the country trembled at the prospect of being included in the Red Guide and it t…
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#12 -- "Those Alligators Are in Control"
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The guys profess their collective love for their favorite reptile, discuss the importance of the Farm knapsack, and get in touch with NASA to see about getting a gator in space. Listeners of our last show will enjoy a Dame Breeta update. Mike investigates strange scratching sounds. We take several callers who bring a mix of caution and admiration. …
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#11 -- "I Can't Roll Myself in Mud Anymore"
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Folks, the description is light this week because we have a MYSTERY GUEST on the show! So, no spoilers. Tune in and meet the Farm's most special lady-- well, mostly lady.โดย The Alligator Farm Radio Show
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#10 -- "I'd Eat a Pig Roll"
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IT'S OUR 10TH PODCAST and in appreciation of our listeners, you're getting an additional 10 minutes free this episode! The crew discusses the imminent arrival of the eminent Bobby Superior who will be making breakfast. They audition entertainment for the upcoming potluck hoedown, and discuss their world class gravy. Dave mentions a traumatic childh…
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Renowned genetic scientist Dr. Gene Splicer reveals his latest creation. Pete is back from rehab and responds to some fan mail. Darren is hospitalized with a case of the ringworm. The guys give him a call and try to plan a visit. The Farm intercepts transmissions from outer space (which happens from time to time). There's a peculiar emergency situa…
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Mike takes a "crrebrul" fitness test. The guys take a look at the calendar to see how long they've been around. They discuss Mike's upgraded position and meet his newest family member. The crew fantasizes about a future with Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood. The show ends with the details regarding the Farm's new prison program.…
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Chef Brian Province of The Blake
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He's done an internship at The French Laundry, cooked at Greenville's favorite modern restaurant, Devereaux's, and is a graduate of Johnson & Wales Culinary. He also spent time as a GM of Chuck E. Cheese and those experiences taught him the secret of preparing for success. Listen in as Chef Brian and host John Malik talk about the many joys of cook…
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#7 -- "What's That Smell Like?"
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The guys welcome a new gator to the farm! Then they read some letters from our younger listeners. Dr. Mike puts Dave through his new hypnosis therapy. The ghost of Tennessee Williams makes an appearance. Darren invites the gang to enjoy his edible construction. The guys decide what to do with a box of minks. Celebrities light up the Big Board, and …
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#6 -- "Launch Himself into a Wall"
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Dave is in search of a notary as the guys expect a visit from the governor. Pete is confused about "vaccines". The guys review "To Kill a Mockingbird: The Musical", relive the Bobbalee Craze, and Virginia Woolf drops by for a reading. Mike talks about his new stomach and prepares to get jabbed.โดย The Alligator Farm Radio Show
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How would you like to get your product in front of the ears of a great Greenville, SC audience? One that’s interested in our chef driven restaurant scene, local coffee roasters, organic farmers, craft breweries, local writers, and all the wonderful people that make these places rock and roll.โดย John Malik
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Farmer Nate of Growing Greens Family Farm
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At the Greenville downtown market, Nathan Vanette is the best dressed guy on Main Street. He has an affinity for vintage clothing and his vegetables are equally as well dressed. He's one of the folks that make Greenville a wonderful place to live and he's got big plans for the future of farming in the Upstate. Tune in and hear his story then find h…
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#5 -- "I Learned a Lot in Prison"
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Callers are invited to call in and play "Tell the Truth". Pete mashes up Dolly Parton and Led Zeppelin. Mike discovers a stash of hate mail under his bed. Darren plays the show as it airs causing unexpected deflation in the room. Pete and Mike tell Dave the benefits of their optical treatments. Mike shares tips from his time inside. Darren introduc…
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#4 -- "She Was the Queen of America"
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Dave's twin brother calls in with a family secret. Meat Claus makes a penalizing visit to Mike. The guys take a break for a new cocktail. Mike finds a Montgomery Wards catalog so they reach out to a catalog specialist. The show learns a lesson after dealing with a difficult paperboy. It's gator nap time! Then Dave tells us about his rock 'n' roll d…
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Jason Janson of Broadwater Shrimp
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In a short time, Jason Janson has created a respected mobile seafood market that Greenville loves. He's a native of Charleston and a fan of fresh seafood. You'll be surprised to learn he does not have a background in hospitality. Tune in to learn more about Jason's love of shrimp and where to find his market.…
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The guys talk about the "exodus" and the Helix diet. Pete shares his thoughts on a cosmic stew. It's our twice-yearly Fondue Friday! The guys discuss this year's telethon without Montgomery Clift. Dave debuts a new poem as part of his poison therapy, and Darren and Mike get some palette-expanding hardware installed.…
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#3 -- "Where's Your Arm, Buddy?"
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Dave has lost an arm, so the guys are joined by Dr. Theodore Mustard, arm-loss expert, who stays for the whole show. A fan-favorite "Interview Some Texans" is back. The Devil shares personal thoughts about wanting to be a man. And the guys take a trip to the sub-basement and meet a special guest.โดย The Alligator Farm Radio Show
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#1 -- "That's Probably My Life on Fire"
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Welcome to The Alligator Farm Radio Show podcast! In our first podcast, Dave and Darren interview Carl, a potential new farmer; Stacy gets a dangerously interactive tour; Mike has an arterial burning sensation; Dave messes up on the dosage; and the whole crew visits the horse track.โดย Pete
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Chef Tony Keely, Northampton Wine Cafe
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I've been friends with Tony Keely for 20+ years and we've learned a great deal from one another. This is an interview we taped before the whole CV19 mess started and I had to edit out a few references to events that were in the past and now irrelevant. Also I have an essay I wrote while part of the Kairos Prison Ministry and it's a Christmas letter…
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Where have I been? Funny you should ask. Belize, Central America. When you're ready to catch up on all our news, tune in to our first show in a year.โดย John Malik
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One Plate of BBQ in Louisiana
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My Dad used to tell me, only James Bond gets to save the world, YOU can save a small piece of it. And that's why I went to Lake Charles, to help save a small piece of the world ravaged by Hurricane Laura. Operation BBQ Relief is a charity whose mission is to provide a hot meal and a warm smile to those affected by natural disasters. I worked with t…
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Ken Frazier of Woodside Bistro
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Braised Beef Short Rib sandwich with A1 aioli, melted Havarti cheese and real au jus. This might be my favorite sandwich in Greenville and it's not something I'd eat every day, rather it's a treat, something after a workout or a long ride. And it's the specialty of Woodside Bistro, a small, authentic diner in our Sans Souci neighborhood. Chef Ken F…
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Ricardo Pereira of Due South Coffee
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He's a native of Brazil, a fan of the farmlands of Colombia, owner of one of Greenville's most iconic coffee roasters, and about to be my neighbor. He's Ricardo Pereira and he's got some amazing coffee knowledge to share with our listeners. And when you're ready for an amazing cup of coffee, stop in at Due South Coffee in Hampton Station.…
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Chris Smith and The Whole Okra
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Is okra the greatest vegetable ever or a quirky, slimy mess only meant for the fryer of a diner? Author Chris Smith joins John Malik and they discuss the good, bad, and the ugly of okra and his new (James Beard Award Winner!) book, The Whole Okra. Have a listen then light the grill and get ready to cook some okra.…
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For many thousands of years, bread was made by combining a wild yeast starter with a combination of flours, salt, and water. After World War Two, automation and commercialization took over the bread industry and the old ways were soon practiced only by a few bakers and aritsans. Sourdough bread is now in a resurgence and Greenville's newest sourdou…
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The Best Burger in Town is?
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Yeah it’s been a few months and you have my sincere apologies. The last episode of the show, the one I recorded right after our Euphoria Food & Wine festival, received well over a thousand plays and I was thrilled, terribly excited. Couldn’t wait to get the next one up. Then after that my job got in the way. A chef's position is all consuming and..…
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Participating in a food and wine festival as a chef is quite demanding. There's high expectations and a sense of urgency as well our normal work routine to manage. The day after Greenville's four day food and wine festival, Euphoria, I invited Chefs Jacques Larson and Jeff Kelly, cheesemaker Christian Hansen of Blue Ridge Creamery, and food writer …
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Jenny & Bryan Starks of Belle Oaks Farm
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Care to buy a forlorn farm and turn it into an actual working farm? Our next guests did just that when they bought Belle Oaks Farm in Piedmont. I've known Bryan for many years when he was the lead mechanic at Sunshine Cycle Shop here in Greenville and we recently reconnected. Bryan and his wife Jenny have a great story and they're regulars at the T…
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