Elevated Eventures with David Sauers
Elevated Eventures with David Sauers
Podcast Description
Elevated Eventure is a podcast that dives into the world of festivals and events, featuring candid conversations with the planners, organizers, and visionaries who bring them to life. Hosted by David Sauers, co-founder of Royal Restrooms, this podcast explores the behind-the-scenes challenges, industry insights, and innovative ideas shaping the event landscape. Whether you’re an event professional or just love the magic of live experiences, join us as we uncover what it takes to create unforgettable moments.
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The podcast explores a range of themes including festival planning, cultural events, and innovative entertainment ideas, with episodes featuring discussions on breaking Guinness World Records, the cultural significance of kazoos, and the behind-the-scenes challenges of event organization, such as the story of Rick Hubbard and his quest to assemble the largest kazoo band at the International Cherry Blossom Festival.
Elevated Eventure is a podcast that dives into the world of festivals and events, featuring candid conversations with the planners, organizers, and visionaries who bring them to life. Hosted by David Sauers, co-founder of Royal Restrooms, this podcast explores the behind-the-scenes challenges, industry insights, and innovative ideas shaping the event landscape. Whether you’re an event professional or just love the magic of live experiences, join us as we uncover what it takes to create unforgettable moments.
🎙️ Episode 5: Let’s Talk About More Than Just Apples!
In this heartfelt episode of Elevated Eventure, host David Sauers sits down with Jeremiah Parsons from the Paintsville Tourism Association to celebrate one of Kentucky’s sweetest traditions: the Kentucky Apple Festival.
Recorded live at the 2025 Southeast Festival and Events Association conference in Chattanooga, this conversation peels back the layers of a festival that began over 60 years ago when local farmers gathered at the courthouse steps to share their surplus apples. Today, that humble beginning has blossomed into a multi-day celebration rich with community, culture, and caramel-scented charm.
What you’ll hear in this episode:
• The evolution of the Kentucky Apple Festival—from courthouse steps to full-blown spectacle
• Apple pie contests, fun runs, car shows, pageants, and more
• How local nonprofits use the festival to fundraise for vital programs
• Why Paintsville is a must-visit—featuring gems like Mountain Home Place Farm & the Country Music Highway Museum 🎶
• Jeremiah’s personal story, including how children’s theater and two inspiring mentors shaped his path to community leadership
📅 Save the Date:
The Kentucky Apple Festival is happening October 3–4, 2025 in Paintsville, KY!
🔗 Explore More:
Festival Website: kyapplefest.org
Tourism Info: paintsvilletourism.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kyapplefest/
Whether you’re into food, music, heritage, or just good old-fashioned fun—this episode is a warm reminder of the magic that happens when a community comes together around something they love.
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