Chris Barrett speaks with Bill Rader, co-owner of Mountain Springs Lake Resort who takes us back in time to relive the growth of his family business.

Chris Barrett who introduces us to Nathan Reigner from the PA Office of Outdoor Recreation. Nathan shares his perspective on tourism and outdoor recreation in Pennsylvania.

Meet Justin Genzlinger, CEO of Settlers Hospitality & Holdings, to hear how he helped build a new local legacy from the foundation his parents began at the Settlers Inn: https://www.poconomountains.com/listing/the-settlers-inn/283/

In this episode of Pocono Perspectives, Jim Hamill sits down with John Thorpe, grandson of legendary athlete Jim Thorpe, namesake of the town of Jim Thorpe in the Poconos. Learn more: https://www.poconomountains.com/plan-your-vacation/explore-our-area/jim-thorpe/

Catch the latest Pocono Perspectives with Trip Ruvane and Stephanie Rath from Barley Creek Brewing Company as they share their experience in the hospitality industry.

The newest Pocono Perspectives interview provides an inside look at the Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway from Andy Muller, the man behind the operation that is connecting communities throughout the Pocono Mountains. https://www.poconomountains.com/listing/lehigh-gorge-scenic-railway/1061/

Don’t miss a new Pocono Perspectives with Chris Barrett as Wayne County Commissioner Brian Smith shares a love of farming, family and hometown values.

Visit historic Grey Towers in Milford for Pocono Perspectives with Chris Barrett: https://www.poconomountains.com/listing/grey-towers-national-historic-landmark/963/

Learn how a couple with the idea of opening a restaurant, found themselves renovating an old inn in Hawley, PA and creating business' in the Poconos unlike any other.

Take an in-depth look at how the French Manor started as one of the original Pocono Mountains hospitality locations and the design around its iconic manor.

Learn about how one of the original Pocono resorts began and why it is one of the countries most accommodating vacation spots in the world.

Chris Barrett speaks with local leaders about the history and importance of Juneteenth.

Learn about the rich history of Pike County. How the small towns developed and are now beautiful places to visit.

Learn about the town of Mauch Chunk. Later renamed after nationally known athlete Jim Thrope.

Coal production was a major part of Pennsylvania and especially the Pocono Mountains. in this documentary, we learn about the history of anthracite and how it was mined from the mountains in Pennsylvania.

In this episode of Pocono Perspectives, Chris Barrett talks with Ronald Sheehan about Asa Packer and his impact on our area: https://www.poconomountains.com/listing/asa-packer-mansion/579/

Learn about the Stourbridge Lion in Honesdale, PA. The first steam locomotive in the United States. The locomotive performed well in its first test in August 1829, but was found to be too heavy for the track and was never used for its intended purpose of hauling coal wagons.

In this episode of Pocono Perspectives, Chris Barrett talks with Dr. Martin Wilson, a history professor at East Stroudsburg University.

Learn about this history of the Poconos with an interview with Larry Squeri

Known as Mr. Pocono from his friends and business associates throughout the Pocono Mountains, Bob Uguccioni tells an amazing history of how the Pocono Mountains began and then morphed into the world-class destination it has become today.