Summary

In this episode of the Johnson City Living Podcast, host Colin Johnson engages with Anne G'fellers-Mason, the program manager at the McKinney Center in Jonesborough, who runs the StoryTown Radio Show. They discuss Anne's deep roots in Johnson City, her passion for storytelling, and the importance of preserving local history through oral narratives. The conversation explores the growth of Jonesborough as a cultural hub, the process of playwriting, and the significance of community engagement in the arts. Anne shares insights on the challenges and joys of storytelling, as well as advice for aspiring playwrights. The episode concludes with a look at upcoming events and the future of storytelling in the region.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Johnson City Living Podcast
00:57 Growing Up in Johnson City
02:56 The Art of Storytelling
06:02 Jonesborough: The Storytelling Capital
09:12 The StoryTown Radio Show
12:14 Theater and Playwriting in Jonesborough
14:58 Researching and Writing Plays
17:59 The Jackson Theater and Local Arts
21:10 Community Events and Growth in Jonesborough
24:07 Collecting Stories from the Community
27:04 The Future of Podcasting and Storytelling
29:48 Closing Thoughts and Future Goals

https://mckinneycenter.com/storytown