Bowling Green, KY: Caves, Cuisine and Culture with Reese Johnson
12/11/23 • 56 min
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Imagine being able to turn your travels into an exciting treasure hunt while discovering hidden gems in overlooked small towns across the United States. Our special guest this episode, Reese Johnson, takes us on an exhilarating journey. Our discussion meanders through the charming corners of Kentucky, painting a vivid picture of Cave exploration, expeditions to the Corvette Museum, and the unnoticed beauty of Bowling Green.
We promise you an insider's view of Bowling Green's attractions, from the town centre and all its surroundings to the numerous must-try restaurants like Spencer's Coffee and Shogun Express. How often do you hear about a drive-thru sushi spot? These are just a few of the surprises Bowling Green holds. We also take you through our experiences of finding geocaches worldwide, sharing the thrill, challenges, and rewards that come with this adventurous hobby.
Our conversation moves towards more personal territory as we reflect on recent Thanksgiving celebrations and the essence of family and gratitude. We also touch upon the sensitive subject of mental health through a discussion about Craig's film "Echoes." Finally, Reese shares her pride for Bowling Green, highlighting its picturesque Fountain Square Park, Shanty Hollow trail, and various museums. By the end of this episode, we guarantee you'll have a newfound appreciation for small-town charm and the exhilaration of geocaching.
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Downtown SquareLost River CaveMammoth CaveCorvette MuseumShanty HollowTrain MuseumAviation MuseumReese InstagramFlyoffthewall
Imagine being able to turn your travels into an exciting treasure hunt while discovering hidden gems in overlooked small towns across the United States. Our special guest this episode, Reese Johnson, takes us on an exhilarating journey. Our discussion meanders through the charming corners of Kentucky, painting a vivid picture of Cave exploration, expeditions to the Corvette Museum, and the unnoticed beauty of Bowling Green.
We promise you an insider's view of Bowling Green's attractions, from the town centre and all its surroundings to the numerous must-try restaurants like Spencer's Coffee and Shogun Express. How often do you hear about a drive-thru sushi spot? These are just a few of the surprises Bowling Green holds. We also take you through our experiences of finding geocaches worldwide, sharing the thrill, challenges, and rewards that come with this adventurous hobby.
Our conversation moves towards more personal territory as we reflect on recent Thanksgiving celebrations and the essence of family and gratitude. We also touch upon the sensitive subject of mental health through a discussion about Craig's film "Echoes." Finally, Reese shares her pride for Bowling Green, highlighting its picturesque Fountain Square Park, Shanty Hollow trail, and various museums. By the end of this episode, we guarantee you'll have a newfound appreciation for small-town charm and the exhilaration of geocaching.
Links from the show
Downtown SquareLost River CaveMammoth CaveCorvette MuseumShanty HollowTrain MuseumAviation MuseumReese InstagramFlyoffthewall
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Treasures of our Town - Bowling Green, KY: Caves, Cuisine and Culture with Reese Johnson
Transcript
Are you ready for the confession ? I know you're just her . Neither myself or Reese has ever gone inside the Corvette Museum , but everybody says you got to go .
Speaker 2Yeah , yeah , I'm not like a huge , like car girl .
Speaker 1Do you love the outdoors ? Do you love to travel ? Do you love finding hidd
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