Conversations with the people who make Knoxville home
A Knoxville Podcast is the insider’s guide to life in Knoxville and East Tennessee: conversations with the locals, leaders, artists, and ambassadors who make this place worth knowing. Hosted by Rob Howard (@KnoxvilleRob), who began telling Knoxville’s stories in 2007.
Latest conversations
Newest episode, October 15, 2026
Jody Collins: Ramblin’ Man, Big Man About Town
Podcaster, designer, and the guy who seems to know everybody in Knoxville, on the other side of the mic. We talk Knoxville music, lost hangouts, East Side roots, public art, and a “Yes, I’m tall” card that landed with David Sedaris. Recorded at Suttree’s Landing with the UT rowing teams going by.
All episodes
What we talk about
Local culture
Music, theater, and arts, from the Dogwood Arts Festival to WDVX and the Clarence Brown Theatre.
Neighborhoods
Bearden, Sequoyah Hills, Farragut, Powell, and West Knoxville.
The outdoors
Smoky Mountains hiking, fall foliage, and the Cherokee National Forest.
Vols and seasons
University of Tennessee sports and the seasonal events that mark the year.
Local leaders
Artists, entrepreneurs, and community figures.
Moving to Knoxville
What to know before you relocate, plus occasional real estate market insights.
Want to be a guest?
Share your Knoxville story and what you would like to talk about.
About the host
Rob Howard is a Knoxville real estate broker with Keller Williams – Farragut Hardin Valley and the author of the Frank Merchant mystery series, including the Amazon best seller Principles of Real Estate and Murder, and Seller Secrets, a guide for home sellers.
Where to listen
Thinking about a move to East Tennessee? I am a Knoxville broker as well as a podcaster. Tell me about your move.