Teaser | Homecoming Echoes: Two Friends Reconnect to Capture Kingsport’s Past, Present & Future

In this inaugural teaser episode, Dustol & Lane reconnect in The Model City after a 15+ years to launch The Model City Rewind. Listeners get a candid glimpse into why the two friends decided to sit down together again: Dustol’s deep‑roots experience living in the Tri‑Cities and Lane’s recent “boomerang” return from Charlotte after a decade away.

The conversation weaves personal history with a broader mission—capturing Appalachia’s rich narratives for both longtime residents and newcomers. They discuss the influx of out‑of‑state arrivals, the evolving identity of Kingsport, and the value of preserving oral history for posterity. Listeners hear reflections on how the city has changed over the past two decades, the challenges of being an “expat” returning to familiar streets, and the excitement of building a platform that gives voice to a diverse array of community members—from multigenerational locals to recent transplants.

Throughout, the hosts emphasize their commitment to:

• Documenting the region’s past for future generations.
• Highlighting current community dynamics and the stories of people shaping Kingsport today.
• Imagining forward‑looking ideas that can help the city thrive.