When people think about Knoxville, this is NOT what they expect.

In this episode, Haley Jones sits down with the owner of one of the most unique experiences in Knoxville—a place built around connection, creativity, and doing something completely different.

This isn’t just a business. It’s a destination.

From building something that didn’t exist, to creating a space designed to slow people down and bring them together, this conversation is a look at what makes Knoxville special—and why more people are choosing to call it home.

If you’re thinking about moving to Knoxville, or you already live here and want to discover something new, this is one you don’t want to miss.

Can you really get fresh seafood in a place like Knoxville, Tennessee?

In this episode of the Big Orange Business Podcast, Haley Jones sits down with Lucia Deen from The Shrimp Dock to break down how seafood actually makes its way to East Tennessee — and why it’s not as simple (or as cheap) as most people think.

They cover:
• how fresh seafood gets to Knoxville
• why quality seafood costs more
• the biggest mistakes people make when cooking seafood
• what locals are ordering and why

Whether you’re a Knoxville local, a business owner, or someone considering moving to East Tennessee, this episode gives you a behind-the-scenes look at one of Knoxville’s most unique food businesses.

📍 The Shrimp Dock – Knoxville, TN
https://www.shrimpdock.com/

Most homeowners are making the same landscaping mistake—and it’s one of the biggest reasons their yard never looks the way they want it to.

In this episode of the Big Orange Business Podcast, Haley Jones sits down with Jose from JJP Landscaping, a Knoxville-based landscaping company, to talk through what actually goes wrong in most yards—and how to fix it.

From poor soil prep and grading issues to choosing the wrong plants or timing projects incorrectly, this conversation breaks down real-world problems homeowners face across East Tennessee.

If you live in Knoxville or are planning a move to the area, this episode will give you a better understanding of how to approach your yard the right way—and avoid costly mistakes.

In this episode, we cover:

• The most common landscaping mistakes homeowners make
• Why some yards struggle to grow healthy grass
• When to plant (and when not to)
• Low-maintenance landscaping strategies
• How to think about your yard from a long-term perspective

JJP Landscaping is a locally owned Knoxville business specializing in residential and commercial landscaping, hardscapes, maintenance, and design services.
If you’re in the Knoxville area and need help with your yard, check out JJP Landscaping or reach out to learn more. https://www.jjplandscaping.com/

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