In this episode of Grounded in Granite, we sit down for a chat with long-time New Hampshire farmer John Hutton inside the horse barn at Coppal House Farm in Lee, N.H.

Farmer John, as he is known to most, shares the story of year-round life on this popular farm, from the horse-drawn sleigh rides during the winter to the Sunflower Festival and professionally designed corn mazes that draw thousands of visitors during the warmer months.

Farmer John also shares the challenges of farming, such as weather and staffing at Coppal House Farm, the growing threats to livestock posed by bears, and emphasizes the importance of education, community engagement, and the passion required to run a successful farm.

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On this episode of Grounded in Granite, we travel to Brapsard's Powder Coating in Franklin, N.H., where owner Jason Brassard shares the powerful story behind his unique method of memorializing loved ones by incorporating their ashes into powder coating.

For many, Brassard is providing a meaningful path to healing for those who are grieving. Through heartfelt anecdotes and reflections on grief, he details the emotional significance of this ash-mixing process, the technical aspects of powder coating, the personal stories that have shaped his approach, and his desire to give back.

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In this episode of Grounded in Granite, we head to Van Otis Chocolates in Manchester, N.H., to check out the sweet scene just in time for Valentine's Day. Melissa Balon, who manages the marketing for this iconic chocolate shop renowned for its Swiss fudge, shares insight into the busy holiday season, how Valentine's Day ranks, the production process, and the success story behind this downtown shop, where handcrafted chocolates and candies have been produced for generations of customers since it was founded by Evangeline Hasiotis in 1935. Balon also discusses the friendly competition within the chocolate industry, the variety of chocolate making classes offered at shop, and hints at future plans for Van Otis, which currently has a second location in Wolfeboro, N.H.★ Follow Grounded in Granite for more stories that celebrate the people and places that make New Hampshire home. You can also check out Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and X for behind-the-scenes photos and more. #podcast #NHpodcast