Something Worth Saving: Asheville, Stories of Resilience

Something Worth Saving: Asheville, Stories of Resilience

Something Worth Saving: Asheville, Stories of Resilience is a narrative podcast that uncovers the heart of Asheville, North Carolina through the voices of those who live, create, and fight for it. Guided by baseball journalist Jonathan Mayo and poet-artist Sara Stock Mayo, this series weaves together stories from longtime residents, newcomers, and visionaries working to preserve the city’s character amid change. From neighborhood histories to cultural movements, from community struggles to moments of unexpected beauty, Something Worth Saving explores how resilience takes shape in one of America’s most unique cities. Co-Host and Creator: Sara Stock Mayo Co-Host and Creator: Jonathan Mayo

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October 20, 2025 61 mins

In Episode 2 of Something Worth Saving: Asheville Stories of Resilience, Sara Stock Mayo and Jonathan Mayo explore the meaning of place and how it is defined by different members of the community. They dive into Asheville’s past and present sharing stories from a myriad of perspectives and lived experiences.

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In the debut episode of Something Worth Saving: Asheville, Stories of Resilience, Sara Stock Mayo and Jonathan Mayo begin to share their creative journey to this project while offering some highlights of stories from their interviews in Asheville. They lay the groundwork for the central themes of the upcoming episodes which include: place, community and resilience, featuring stories from...

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Something Worth Saving: Asheville, Stories of Resilience is a narrative podcast that uncovers the heart of Asheville, North Carolina through the voices of those who live, create, and fight for it. Guided by baseball journalist Jonathan Mayo and poet-artist Sara Stock Mayo, this series weaves together stories from longtime residents, newcomers, and visionaries working to preserve the cit...

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