{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Johnson City Living","title":"222. From NASCAR to Golf: Landon Owen's Story","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/c58cd126\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2716,"description":"In this episode of the Johnson City Living Podcast, host Colin Johnson sits down with Landon Owen, Vice President of Consumer Sales at Bristol Motor Speedway. Landon shares insights about his professional journey, the unique charm of Johnson City, and the excitement of working in sports. The conversation also delves into Landon's passion for golf, his impressive course portfolio, and his fascinating Golf Crusade project. Listen in to discover more about the thriving community and sports culture in Johnson City, as well as Landon's adventures in the world of golf.\n00:00 A Beautiful March Day in Johnson City\n00:14 Introducing Landon Owen\n00:53 Landon's Journey to Johnson City\n02:58 Career in Sports and Ticket Sales\n05:53 The Bristol Motor Speedway Experience\n10:19 Challenges and Rewards in Ticket Sales\n15:06 Exciting Events at Bristol Motor Speedway\n20:31 Landon's Passion for Golf\n22:37 The Birth of Golf Crusade\n23:06 Building the Golf Crusade Website\n23:42 Journey to 600 Courses\n24:32 Golf Crusade's Impact and Philosophy\n25:33 Challenges and Future Goals\n28:20 Top Golf Courses Played\n31:31 Honoring Golf Architect Mike Strantz\n35:51 Promoting Golf Crusade and Local Golf\n39:41 Reflections on Bristol and Community\n43:21 Conclusion and Farewell","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/kVR7xJ03NYhfF8_sXtvBTfSHl3i_ZVCt1UjNi6axA5o/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8zMjQw/NGFjNzI2N2RiMTky/ZmZiMTFmOTA5YThl/MWViNi5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}