Along the Gravel Road

Join host, Kelly Hurd, and Gravel Road Markets LLC's Executive Event Producer, Jack Bishop, as the cast of The Waltons joins them around a table the night before Walton Fest in Waco, Texas.

Listen in as the Walton kids plus a few surprise extras tell stories about the sage advice given to them by Grandpa Walton, what it was like to play opposite Michael Learned and Ralph Waite, as well as taking a look at how they might have written the script had the show continued.

It's a heartfelt, epic moment you'll be sure to enjoy!

Get ready for a visit with Mary Ellen, Erin, Ben, Cindy, Virginia, and Elizabeth Walton along with G.W. Haines, Drew, Bobby Bigelow, and Hobie Shanks!!

It was like turning back the clock to yesteryear as Along the Gravel Road host, Kelly Hurd, visited with Michael McGreevey - who not only played Hobie Shanks in The Braggart episode of The Waltons but also wrote several episodes!

You just might be inspired to follow your dreams in this Along the Gravel Road podcast episode when you hear a bit of McGreevey’s story. He’s truly iconic and has left a timeless mark on the world - from Disney and beyond.

And mothers - you might be blessed as well when you listen to him share about the influence of his mother on his life.

It’s an interview with the multi-talented Michael McGreevey! Enjoy!

Little House on the Prairie's casting director, Susan McCray, shared her original podcast episodes of Getting to Know You with Gravel Road Markets LLC enabling us to bring you interviews with some of Little House's most beloved characters!

In this episode, Susan interviews Karen Grassle, also known as Caroline Ingalls! Listen in as Karen tells of the very beginnings of her acting career, her Little House experience, and even about when she changed her name to Gabrielle Tree, thinking that name might get her further than Karen Grassle!

Dean Butler's (Almanzo Wilder in Little House on the Prairie) upcoming book, Prairie Man - My Little House Life and Beyond - is scheduled to be released in July of 2024. Dean took time to visit with Along the Gravel Road host, Kelly Hurd, in a phone interview about his first novel and the inspiration behind it.

Dean's new book is being published by Kensington Publishing Corp.

For information on all the upcoming Little House on the Prairie 50th Anniversary Events check out: GravelRoadMarket.com!

In honor of Little House on the Prairie's 50th Anniversary, former Little House Casting Director, Susan McCray, shared her "Getting to Know You" recording from a few years back with none other than Melissa Gilbert!

Listen in a Half Pint tells the story of finding out she got the part of Laura Ingalls, shares her meaningful moments along the journey, and reflects on filming the last episode of Little House on the Prairie.

Enjoy a moment with America's Sweetheart - Melissa Gilbert!

Giving you a peek into the back side of life Along the Gravel Road with some of television's iconic personalities from yesteryear!

Join host Kelly Hurd and climb into her car with her in this bonus snippet episode the day Elizabeth Walton - Kami Cotler - calls her.

Be looking for the Winter issue of the Along the Gravel Road online magazine for an article featuring Kami and her time on the set of The Waltons!

Almost as if we were on the front porch of the Walton's home on Walton's Mountain, Jim Bob Walton - David Harper - took time to look back and give his perspective quite candidly to host, Kelly Hurd, about what it was like to be a part of one of television's most beloved families - The Waltons!

If you would like to meet David, Gravel Road Markets LLC has a fan event coming up that you won't want to miss! Click here to learn more.

Hope to see you soon - somewhere Along the Gravel Road!

Pull up a barstool around the kitchen counter and listen in as Little House on the Prairie's Sarah Carter (Pamela Roylance), Miss Beadle (Charlotte Stewart), Grace Ingalls (Wendi Lou Lee), Sylvia Webb (Olivia Barash), and Baby Rose Wilder (Jennifer Donati) join Gravel Road Markets' Executive Event Producer, Mr. Jack Bishop, along with Along the Gravel Road host, Kelly Hurd, as they take a look at the BIG 50th Anniversary Little House on the Prairie events coming up in 2024!

Come on over to the home of Little House on the Prairie's Mr. Edwards (Victor French) for an inside look at the man behind Ol' Dan Tucker from the perspective of his two children, Victor and Tracy French, as they visit with our host, Kelly Hurd, and hear of the difference Michael Landon made by casting French as a "good guy!"

From the dad playing pranks on his and making chili in the kitchen, to the actor on the set, you'll enjoy listening in as Victor and Tracy reminisce about their dad!

Many thanks to Collin Street Bakery in Corsicana, Texas for sponsoring this episode of Along the Gravel Road!

Also, be on the lookout for a BONUS episode with Victor and Tracy coming soon!

For all the info on upcoming events where you can meet original cast members of television's finest hour, check us out online at GravelRoadMarket.com

(Note: The episode was recorded via phone with Victor and Tracy which contributes to the sound quality variances.)

Casting Director for Little House on the Prairie and close friend of Michael Landon, Susan McCray, joins host, Kelly Hurd, to share memories of Melissa Gilbert, Alison Arngrim, Victor French, and yes - Michael Landon!

PLUS, they also visit about cowboy legend and Pawhuska, Oklahoma native - actor Ben Johnson!

Enjoy!

For upcoming Little House on the Prairie events - click here.

For more on Susan McCray, check out her website.