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A Fork in the Road

Georgia Public Broadcasting

Join host David Zelski as he travels the state to bring you the personal stories from Georgia’s farmers, fishermen, merchants, artisans, chefs, and others who help provide Georgia-grown products to folks in the Peach State and beyond. You can also watch the Fork in the Road TV show on GPB and on demand at GPB.org as David Zelski takes you across the state in a lively half hour program.

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00:22:10

Atlanta Alpaca Treehouse: Rescue Animals, Llama Yoga...

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2026/10/06

Step through a gate in Atlanta and you enter the bamboo-filled world of Kara O’Brien’s Atlanta Alpaca Treehouse, where rescued llamas, alpacas, and guanacos share the property with a one of a kind treehouse retreat. In this episode, we explore how a place built for friends grew into a destination for overnight stays, llama yoga, and animal rescue, all while giving visitors a rare escape into nature without leaving the city.

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00:21:50

North Georgia Wine and Mountain Life at Terra Incognita

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2026/09/29

Travel with David into the mountains of Rabun County to explore Terra Incognita Vineyard, where Georgia wine, mountain trails, and a sense of adventure come together. You will meet Torsten Ernst, UGA viticulture specialist Dr. Sarah Lowder, and winemaker Alaqua Crawford as we follow North Georgia grapes from the vineyard through the winemaking process and into the tasting room.

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00:21:11

Aaron Family Orchards: Four Generations of Georgia...

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2026/09/22

In Ellijay, Georgia, fourth-generation farmer Joshua Aaron is carrying more than 80 years of family history into the future at Aaron Family Orchards. We explore the old apple house, Ellijay’s close-knit orchard community, new high-density apple plantings, and Joshua’s plans to keep a North Georgia farming tradition growing for another generation.

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00:22:51

ILA Nutrition: Adaptogens, Energy Bars, and Food...

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2026/09/15

Follow David to the University of Georgia’s Food Product Innovation and Commercialization Center in Griffin to meet ILA Nutrition founders Amy Saleh and Eileen Brantley as they develop energy bars made with adaptogenic herbs and carefully selected ingredients. You will see how UGA FoodPIC, food scientists, and entrepreneur Keith Kelly help transform an herbalist-inspired concept into a product designed for commercial production.

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00:29:47

Stonewall Creek Vineyards and the Rise of North...

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2026/09/08

Join David Zelski on a visit to Stonewall Creek Vineyards in Tiger, Georgia, where Mark and Sandi Diehl are helping shape North Georgia wine one harvest at a time. This episode explores how grapes, including Cabernet Franc, Petit Manseng, and Traminette, grow in the mountain climate, then follows the winemaking process from hand harvesting and fermentation to barrels and the tasting room.

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00:25:50

Terrapin Beer Company in Athens: Brewing, Community,...

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2026/09/01

Travel with David to Terrapin Beer Company in Athens, Georgia, to trace its roots in Georgia’s early craft beer movement and see how beer moves from grain to glass. You hear from Terrapin leaders about Hopsecutioner IPA, the brewery’s Grateful Dead-inspired identity, the science behind brewing, its Terraprint sustainability work, and its connection to the Athens community.

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00:00:52

Season 8 Trailer

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2026/08/25

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00:16:33

From Fryer Oil to Fuel: How Clean Energy Biofuels...

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2026/05/26

What happens to used cooking oil after a restaurant closes for the night? Join David on a visit to Clean Energy Biofuels in Monroe, Georgia, where used fryer oil and grease trap waste are transformed into renewable fuel. Along the way, we meet the welders, plant managers, engineers, and recycling experts working behind the scenes to reduce landfill waste, support restaurants, and help power a growing biofuels industry across the Southeast.

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00:14:32

Tiger Mountain Vineyards and the Rise of Georgia Wine...

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2026/05/19

Join David Zelski on a visit to Tiger Mountain Vineyards in the mountains of northeast Georgia and explore the vineyard that helped establish Georgia’s modern wine industry. Learn how the Tiger Mountain team pioneered European vinifera grapes in Georgia, preserved wine history, and discovered the future signature grape of North Georgia wine country.

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00:17:15

The Lo-Fi Farmer of Waverly: The Grassroots Farms Story

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2026/05/12

In this episode, David heads to Waverly, Georgia, to visit Grassroots Farms, where farmer Brandon Chonko is building a regenerative farm from the ground up. Using heritage livestock, rotational grazing, and low-input methods, he transforms raw land into fertile soil. This story explores sustainable farming, rare breeds, and the grit it takes to grow food in South Georgia.

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00:18:32

From Farm to Fire: How Georgia’s Quad Grill Elevates...

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2026/05/05

Join David at Comfort Farms in Milledgeville, Georgia, where agriculture, innovation, and live fire cooking come together. You meet Jon Jackson, a veteran helping others heal through farming, and Ray Palermo, creator of the Quad Grill. Discover how open flame cooking, heirloom ingredients, and a Georgia-made invention are redefining backyard barbecue and farm-to-table cuisine.

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00:20:48

How Creature Comforts Brewing Builds Community in...

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2026/04/28

Join David on a visit to Creature Comforts Brewing Company in Athens, Georgia, and explore how craft beer can bring people together and drive meaningful community impact. You will hear how the brewery sources local ingredients, partners with the University of Georgia, and leads initiatives like Get Comfortable and Brew for One. Discover how Creature Comforts blends brewing, storytelling, and philanthropy into a model for community-focused business.

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00:20:31

The Super Grape of the South

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2026/04/21

Muscadine grapes are a true Southern staple, and Paulk Vineyards in South Georgia is helping bring them to a wider audience. In this episode, we explore how this family-run farm grows, harvests, and transforms muscadines into award-winning wines, juices, and health products. Discover why muscadines thrive in Georgia’s climate and how Paulk Vineyards is shaping the future of this uniquely Southern crop.

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00:18:27

Georgia Grown Citrus: How One South Georgia Farm Is...

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2026/04/14

Georgia citrus is on the rise, and one South Georgia farm is helping lead the way. In this episode, we visit a family-run citrus nursery growing satsumas, lemons, and more while teaching customers across the country how to plant and care for their own trees. Learn how Georgia-grown citrus is expanding into a thriving agricultural industry rooted in community, education, and innovation.

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00:18:44

Small Bites Adventure Club: Turning Picky Eaters Into...

A Fork in the Road ·

2026/04/07

How do you get kids excited about fruits and vegetables? In this episode, we visit Drew Charter School in Atlanta to see how Small Bites Adventure Club is helping students try new foods through hands-on cooking and classroom experiences. You will hear how educators are using simple, practical tools to teach healthy eating habits, build kitchen confidence, and turn picky eaters into curious young chefs.

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00:21:08

How The Chai Box Turned a Family Ritual Into a Global...

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2026/03/31

Join David on a visit to The Chai Box in Marietta, Georgia, where authentic chai is brewed with purpose and care. What began as a family ritual has grown into a nationally recognized business rooted in sustainability, cultural education, and bringing people together one cup at a time.

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00:22:21

HIBO and the Rise of Simple, Clean Energy Drinks

A Fork in the Road ·

2026/03/24

In this episode of the Fork in the Road podcast, you meet the founders of HIBO, a Georgia-made energy drink crafted from hibiscus. Traveling to Bishop, Georgia, we explore how Clayton and Phoebe Oetting set out to create a clean, great-tasting alternative to traditional energy drinks. From food science roots to national ambitions, this is a story about patience, family, and super simple energy.

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00:19:38

From Family Land to Community Hub: The Story of EM Farms

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2026/03/17

In this episode, we visit EM Farms in Salem, Georgia, where owner Kaneisha Miller is cultivating fresh produce, preserves, and a sense of community on land that generations of her family have worked. You will hear how EM Farms blends tradition, creativity, and local support to build a sustainable small farm rooted in legacy and resilience.

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00:00:52

Season 7 Trailer

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2026/03/01

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00:24:12

Georgia’s First Floating Oyster Farm

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2025/11/13

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