{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Meet Me In Tennessee","title":"19. Motion Creative Media: Capturing the Essence of Rural Tennessee","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3006,"description":"About the Guests:\nIn this episode, we dive into the world with Jared Collins and Garrett Ware, the dynamic duo behind Motion Creative Media, based out of Greeneville, Tennessee. Hailing from childhood friends to professional collaborators, these two have transformed their passion for photography and videography into a thriving business. Along the journey from sports enthusiasts to media mavens, they rediscovered their common interest which led to the accidental inception of their company — starting with a seemingly simple music video project. Apart from Motion Creative Media, they also host the Faith and Frames podcast, providing creative insights and thoughtful conversations motivated by personal experience and professional engagement with their beloved community.\nEpisode Summary:\nIn an engaging session of \"Meet Me in Tennessee,\" host Allie Bynum brings to the forefront Jared Collins and Garrett Ware from Motion Creative Media, unraveling their stories about starting and growing a creative business in the heart of Appalachia. Listen in as we explore the intricacies of Appalachian living, the slow and appreciative pace of life, and how regional upbringing shapes one's ethos, work, and sense of community.Discussion spans from childhood memories to establishing a foothold in a rural small town, emphasizing community ties and the grassroots word-of-mouth approach. The episode delves deep into the genesis of their company, the eclectic history of Greenville, the significance of storytelling through media, and the captivating projects at hand. With sprinklings of local charm, like anecdotes about the town's connection to Andrew Johnson and the bygone era of a local ski venture, this conversation encapsulates the spirit of Greeneville.Key Takeaways:Jared and Garrett highlight the value of adaptability and resourcefulness they've inherited from their Appalachian roots, essential traits in starting and running a successful business.\nGreeneville, TN is rich in history and...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/48f0rbNt8yBd2uu31FTKcD3jfuT6YPz-VpveKvmhAaM/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS83MjZh/ZmUxNTEyY2U5NDNi/N2ZkNGQyMWI2MzU0/ODJmYS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}