A Mayberry State of Mind Can be Found in Andy Griffith’s Home Town Mt. Airy, NC: lets go to Wally's

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  • čas přidán 6. 09. 2024
  • Let’s Go on a Wally's Squad Car Tour of Mt Airy, North Carolina also know as Mayberry. Norm our tour guide tells the story of where the name Mayberry came from and how he learned himself.
    We will be back in Mt, Airy, NC the first week of October. Come out and visit with us while we're there filming. We hope to show you the real life people and places of Mayberry in our new series "A Mayberry State of Mind".
    John Ward, The Appalachian Channel
    Click Below link for Wally's Squad Car Tours
    www.tourmayber...
    #andygriffith #mayberry #mountairy #wally

Komentáře • 146

  • @theappalachianchannel
    @theappalachianchannel  Před rokem +11

    We will be back in Mt, Airy, NC the first week of October. Come out and visit with us while we're there filming. We hope to show you the real life people and places of Mayberry in our new series "A Mayberry State of Mind". The first 2 episodes are all ready on CZcams

    • @normdaduck
      @normdaduck Před rokem +1

      Come on out! I'd love to meet y'all

    • @19ADAM80
      @19ADAM80 Před 6 měsíci +1

      Great job y’all, you earned a new sub now.👍🏼

  • @angelodundee2832
    @angelodundee2832 Před rokem +6

    Totally awesome. i’m a black man that must watch this show every single day. i have every episode on tape. i haven’t missed a day of the show in probably 35 yrs. i started watching in grade school. i’m a tv comedian and i’m 63 yrs old. The show makes my day. Ernest T gets an education. is my favorite show. He’s a NUT. OMG too funny

  • @TheSassy777
    @TheSassy777 Před rokem +19

    This Guy is Great. He kept us entertained with his love of his town. We all want to live in Mayberry….Thanks John. Tell Norman thanks for his story telling….

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  Před rokem +3

      Norm is the BEST! Thanks for watching what we do.. John & Jodi

    • @jenniferbarnes1053
      @jenniferbarnes1053 Před rokem +2

      I still watch. Andy Griffin

    • @jimmiejjay
      @jimmiejjay Před rokem +1

      Looks like you had a great time.
      Can’t wait to see you. Return visit when everything is open.

    • @normdaduck
      @normdaduck Před rokem +1

      You are very welcome, thank you for your kind words

    • @ninamartinez5171
      @ninamartinez5171 Před 9 měsíci

      Thank you very much Norman John for sharing this video i absolutely ❤ respect and appreciate these wonderful videos. Thank you very much for taking time to educate and share with these peeks into the wonderful world of MB RIP AG loved and missed around the globe. Happy Holidays everyone God bless 😊

  • @user-ow1iu2wz1x
    @user-ow1iu2wz1x Před rokem +6

    I have to go see this town! I watch Andy Griffith reruns on tv almost everyday. Oh if we could just go back to that era. Great book of knowledge from your host Norm in this video. Loved it ❤great video

  • @joycejones4526
    @joycejones4526 Před rokem +9

    Another "Awesome" video.Norm was such a beautiful bright character. This would make people want to live Mt. Airy. John and Jodi you are great creators with your videos. Wishing you happy and safe travel.

  • @Les445
    @Les445 Před rokem +4

    Andy Griffith will always be my favorite show. And I sure wish I still had my 1965 Ford Galaxie 500 baby blue. She was so purdy!!!!

  • @johnnyhawk329
    @johnnyhawk329 Před rokem +4

    Fantastic video. They just keep getting better. I believe you have a great channel in the making. Keep those great videos coming and we will keep watching.😀

  • @robertpirtle3638
    @robertpirtle3638 Před rokem +4

    12 minutes into the video and I know I’m gonna love it. I love Andy Griffith, one of my favorite shows and I love your videos.

  • @shawnmeyer2788
    @shawnmeyer2788 Před rokem +5

    He is a great tour guide! Great video!

  • @FrankensteinLover
    @FrankensteinLover Před rokem +4

    John this was sooooooo Good, I consider this place home sweet home and go as much as possible. Norm was a Blast as well, just an all around amazing Place and this video made my day.

  • @Mrs.Frankenstein
    @Mrs.Frankenstein Před rokem +5

    So excited for this!!!! Im so glad you got to go!! Everyone needs to experience Mt. Airy bc it is like Mayberry! Such great people!! Norm was wonderful! I can't wait to see your new videos!!

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  Před rokem +2

      You guys have been trying to get me there for 3 or 4 years now. I made it as you can see! thanks

    • @Mrs.Frankenstein
      @Mrs.Frankenstein Před rokem

      ​@@theappalachianchannelSo glad and can't wait to see what else you do there!!

    • @normdaduck
      @normdaduck Před rokem +1

      Thank you for the kind words looking forward to sharing more mt Mayberry lol

    • @Mrs.Frankenstein
      @Mrs.Frankenstein Před rokem +1

      @@normdaduck We have taken several squad car tours and each person is always so different and very enjoyable but we haven't had you yet so maybe we can also get a piece of Mt Airy granite lol.

  • @charliepc56
    @charliepc56 Před rokem +6

    That was a Awesome tour, and the whole crew are great, John, Jodi and Norm! I passed through Mount Airy years ago before I knew it was Andy's home town and hope to go back some day and spend a day there. Thanks John and Jodi for another great video!

  • @ATVflattrackracing
    @ATVflattrackracing Před rokem +4

    I have lived in Mount Airy my whole life and this video was Absolutely Awesome!

  • @candismith4080
    @candismith4080 Před rokem +6

    Oh my goodness this video was just the best! I still watch Andy Griffith reruns on my tv. One person that I did not hear mentioned was Aunt Bee...did he have any info on her. Just loved her character. Can't wait for the next installment of Mayberry here on your CZcams channel. Thank you for an hour well spent!

    • @Mrs.Frankenstein
      @Mrs.Frankenstein Před rokem +2

      Francis Bavier who played Aunt Bee actually lived a few towns over in Siler City, North Carolina. That's where she's buried. They say she was a hermit. She had a bunch of cats and a really big house and her house actually went up for sale last year the year before. Her accent was also really good acting lol. She was hard to work with from reading different books, and one time she broke an umbrella over Goobers head for saying a bad word lol.

    • @normdaduck
      @normdaduck Před rokem +2

      Yes have lots of aunt bea stories, unfortunately the tour is only so long, come visit and I'll be sure to share some more details with you

  • @mikebrumbelow887
    @mikebrumbelow887 Před rokem +3

    Great video guys! Stop by Sycamore Shoals State Park near Johnson City and do a video on the Over Mountain men during the American Revolution. Many of us in the Tennessee, North Carolina and Virginia area are related to these men who fought the British at King's Mountain and don't even know it. John Sevier and Davy Crockett's father fought there. It was a turning point in the American Revolution. Great job guys, keep up the good work!

  • @doncolincreative
    @doncolincreative Před 11 měsíci +1

    Norm was a treat! Learned so much about a subject I thought I knew well. John, a perfect example of why the Appalachian Channel resonates you put the spotlight on the people. Good job.

  • @paulyoung5327
    @paulyoung5327 Před rokem +2

    Wow! That was an awesome tour and the guy Norm really knows how to tell the story. He had me hanging on the edge of my seat. Good find John & Jodi. Loved it.

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  Před rokem

      Thanks for being a Fan Sponsor Member! Your Help and Support Means a lot to us!! John & Jodi

  • @johnwilson1878
    @johnwilson1878 Před rokem +1

    Visited Mt Airy in November 2021. Had to cut trip short after receiving word my mom was in hospital. Going again in fall of 2024. We loved it!

  • @robertpirtle3638
    @robertpirtle3638 Před rokem +1

    My bucket list is getting big my friend. Places I want to go from watching your channel. But this is probably my favorite. I love that show. Andy Griffith and Rawhide, are my favorite old shows. I’ve been late to work over a good one being on in the morning. That’s saying something. Because normally I’m around 22 minutes early to work every day and never mis . That’s why I don’t turn the tv on in the morning. 😊

  • @ramonahierholzer3163
    @ramonahierholzer3163 Před rokem +2

    LOVE LOVE LOVE this video!!! I could comment all day long about it! ❤ I grew up in the town next to where Don Knott's grew up in WV. Thank you so much for sharing!!!!GREAT JOB!

  • @randyabernathy1958
    @randyabernathy1958 Před rokem +2

    That's Close to the best one yet especially that tear guide.,God-bless

  • @georgekelly9797
    @georgekelly9797 Před rokem +1

    I'm exhausted John after that tour. Yes that can bring a tear to your eye and looking forward to the feature tour of Maberry. Thanks for the memories..

    • @normdaduck
      @normdaduck Před rokem

      Looking forward to sharing more with you

  • @margarethensley251
    @margarethensley251 Před rokem +2

    That was a great video. I love the Andy Griffith show

  • @jimmymalone3494
    @jimmymalone3494 Před rokem +3

    I enjoyed your video on Mt Ariy N.C. I hope you all have a Great day.

  • @darlenemartin248
    @darlenemartin248 Před rokem +2

    Another awesome video. A big thanks to you both.❤❤

  • @badapple65
    @badapple65 Před 7 měsíci

    What an EXCELLENT episode! I’ve become a marathon watcher of this channel. Very well done content.

  • @sheajane7669
    @sheajane7669 Před rokem +1

    Fantastic video. Thank y'all for taking us on the tour. Looking forward to more Mayberry videos. God bless from Ohio. ❤❤❤❤❤👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

    • @normdaduck
      @normdaduck Před rokem

      Thank you so much! Looking forward to doing more for you ❤

  • @danielanderson4031
    @danielanderson4031 Před rokem +1

    I have a cabin not too far from mt airy .after my wife died I haven't been back but might try coming again seeing this great video.we loved shopping and eating at snappy lunch!

  • @FischerRestoration
    @FischerRestoration Před rokem +2

    One of your best videos! Norm is an asset to his community ! Fun times!

  • @sherriebyrd3784
    @sherriebyrd3784 Před rokem +1

    My favorite state of mine place… we went in 2016. I never ever wanted to leave and hope to go back sometime.
    Thanks John and Jodi! Much appreciate your work❤️

    • @normdaduck
      @normdaduck Před rokem +1

      Come back again we are even better now

    • @sherriebyrd3784
      @sherriebyrd3784 Před rokem +1

      @@normdaduck It will be in my plans. Thank you ❤️

  • @c.ranger4748
    @c.ranger4748 Před 11 měsíci

    What a treasure video! Thank you all so much! You had the perfect tour guide.

  • @georgeknueppel6286
    @georgeknueppel6286 Před rokem +1

    I live here in Mt Airy ,Norm you doing a great job.

  • @frankmarullo228
    @frankmarullo228 Před rokem +1

    John you did it again , THANK YOU , THANK YOU , THANK YOU , ( get it ) THANK YOU FRANK FROM MONTANA.......

  • @terryw.milburn8565
    @terryw.milburn8565 Před rokem +3

    Norm Was A Great Host ! Loved The Ride Along ! Great Times Spent With Ya John & Jodi Hugs For Angel From Sunny Canada. Can't Wait For Your Return Visit & Video Post ! ATB T God Bless

    • @normdaduck
      @normdaduck Před rokem +2

      Thank you so much for the kind words

  • @tygreenwood472
    @tygreenwood472 Před 10 měsíci

    Very entertaining video this gentlemen is a great tour guide you can tell he takes great pride in Mt airy NC.

  • @oldjoeclark
    @oldjoeclark Před rokem +4

    Norman is the man!

  • @mizzprettyhuston
    @mizzprettyhuston Před rokem +1

    Was that the real court house that was on the Andy Griffith show? I loved watching the Andy Griffith show when I was growing up.....that show, The Munsters & The Golden Girls were what I watched ❤

  • @sheajane7669
    @sheajane7669 Před 11 měsíci

    Love this video with Norm storytelling. Thanks for sharing with us. I'm really to get on a plane and come visit y'all. God bless! 🧡🧡🎻🎻🪕🪕🪕🪕🪕🎙🎙🎙🎶🎵🎵

  • @hensleyshobbies-doug7761
    @hensleyshobbies-doug7761 Před 7 měsíci

    I liked that movie that really made Andy recognized, “No time for Sargents”! Good movie!

  • @michelleraney3577
    @michelleraney3577 Před rokem +1

    While you were riding in the Sheriff's car you could have made a "Citizen's Arrest, Citizen's Arrest!" He didn't use his blinker once while driving! LOL!

  • @Les445
    @Les445 Před rokem +2

    Such an outstanding presentation!!! Nip it in the bud!!!!

  • @THROTTLEPOWER
    @THROTTLEPOWER Před rokem +2

    Very cool, great vid!!!!

  • @kathybaker6798
    @kathybaker6798 Před rokem +2

    Thanks for sharing loved this video

  • @eileenspamer
    @eileenspamer Před rokem +2

    love your vids from uk granny keep posting

  • @williamkimmer6221
    @williamkimmer6221 Před rokem +1

    My dad use to go to MountAiry to get his clothes shoes etc when he was a boy around the time era when the show based on

  • @markminton8974
    @markminton8974 Před rokem +3

    Love it,, i got to go there ..

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  Před rokem +1

      Norm is a great guide so make sure ask for him ! Thanks for watching what we do.. John & Jodi

  • @joeepps2412
    @joeepps2412 Před rokem +1

    Awesome!! We were there in August!!

  • @christhomas7500
    @christhomas7500 Před rokem +1

    I have been to Mt Airy before. Hope to go again soon.

  • @cliffgresham3234
    @cliffgresham3234 Před rokem +1

    Just added this to my bucket list

  • @lishiewilliamson227
    @lishiewilliamson227 Před 6 měsíci

    😮oh my I love these videos please keep making them good job love❤❤❤❤

  • @davidbell9130
    @davidbell9130 Před rokem +1

    jam packed information, very nice

  • @debramcdowell8083
    @debramcdowell8083 Před rokem +1

    Love this video! The tour was
    awesome!

  • @ginamcknight8115
    @ginamcknight8115 Před rokem +1

    Great video and travel goals.

  • @dpmart3275
    @dpmart3275 Před rokem +1

    Great job enjoyed and thanks

  • @warrengilbert9100
    @warrengilbert9100 Před rokem +1

    this was cool Thanks John & Joni

  • @TheFlyingfarmer28170
    @TheFlyingfarmer28170 Před rokem +1

    Wonderful!!

  • @sheajane7669
    @sheajane7669 Před 11 měsíci

    Love this video. I've watched it more than once. 😂😂😂❤❤

  • @richardpierce1045
    @richardpierce1045 Před rokem +1

    John this was great episode

  • @lisab.7339
    @lisab.7339 Před rokem +2

    Norm you’re a star!

  • @tonybrigner3866
    @tonybrigner3866 Před rokem +2

    that eas a great video john thank you and your wife just nip it in the bud

  • @carolburke9153
    @carolburke9153 Před rokem +1

    Had me hooked. ! ❤

  • @gilguerrero
    @gilguerrero Před rokem +1

    Thanks!

  • @MyPromixdirt
    @MyPromixdirt Před rokem

    wow, that was just fantastic, good job you two. and norm

  • @adamkushner5240
    @adamkushner5240 Před rokem +1

    Looking forward to have a couple of drinks 🍸 with Otis😊

  • @fordenginebuildersv8power184

    Some of us still own homes in Mt. Airy!

  • @williamkimmer6221
    @williamkimmer6221 Před rokem +1

    I took a 1967 Fairlane that i owned down to Mount Airy back in 1997

  • @crystalkinney5399
    @crystalkinney5399 Před rokem

    Awesome video...really enjoyed this one!!!

  • @lonniec7603
    @lonniec7603 Před rokem +1

    Sweet!

  • @billsmith7255
    @billsmith7255 Před rokem +1

    The Andy Griffith show did use a 1959 Ford for a short time.

  • @ted70281
    @ted70281 Před rokem +1

    That was the best video

  • @MarkWYoung-ky4uc
    @MarkWYoung-ky4uc Před rokem +1

    Great tour!

  • @llongdong
    @llongdong Před měsícem

    God. God. What is it about the human mind that makes nostalgia so FREAKING sad??? I guess it's the clarification of the fact that we're all going to die, and much sooner than we once thought. Whatever it is, it is FREAKING sad.

  • @Catloudan
    @Catloudan Před rokem +4

    No seatbelts in '65 either? Ya'll are stressing me out 🤣

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  Před rokem +4

      We were only going 5 mph lol

    • @lesliefleming4359
      @lesliefleming4359 Před rokem +4

      I’ve seen every episode of The Andy Griffith show at least three times. This video brought tears and laughter to my eyes. Great job my friend😂

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  Před rokem +2

      Norm is the BEST! Thanks for watching what we do.. John & Jodi

  • @karengunia5451
    @karengunia5451 Před rokem

    Lovely couple taking a picture in front of the sheriffs car

  • @the_eternal_student
    @the_eternal_student Před rokem

    Nice to hear about the economy.

  • @terriyoungblood4565
    @terriyoungblood4565 Před rokem +1

    Very cool😅

  • @patriciaparker3316
    @patriciaparker3316 Před rokem

    Interesting enjoyed it ty ❤❤❤

  • @peterrobino9383
    @peterrobino9383 Před rokem

    This man would have made a great character in the original show.

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  Před rokem +1

      he is a REAL character and you will be seeing much more of Norm in upcoming episodes.

    • @normdaduck
      @normdaduck Před rokem

      Thanks so much for the endorsement lol

  • @tiazadobbs7475
    @tiazadobbs7475 Před 10 měsíci

    If you look at the shadowing in the background of the mural you will we Mt.Pilot (pilot mountain).

  • @savagenomore
    @savagenomore Před rokem

    I was there this morning, I make two stops 3 times a week there

  • @kathybaker6798
    @kathybaker6798 Před rokem

    Interesting show

  • @mom4966
    @mom4966 Před rokem +1

    Love the teenager references!

  • @raymondjohnson6496
    @raymondjohnson6496 Před rokem +1

    Them new Chevelle‘s, I didn’t like them I wish ford would bring them back the old cars like they did back in 65 Ford Fairlane’s the galaxies the Falcons my dad he had a 65 -66 ford country squire station wagon We went everywhere. We went to beach bend Kings Island, rough River man. I love that car. I wish Ford bring it back like that.

  • @DannySantellano-kv9up
    @DannySantellano-kv9up Před 6 měsíci

    Great town with great people! Citizens arrest citizens arrest! 😂🙏☮️🇺🇸

  • @thatdamndon22
    @thatdamndon22 Před 2 měsíci

    I can't believe you didn't go see Aunt Bee's house she lived in Mount Airy

  • @williamkimmer6221
    @williamkimmer6221 Před rokem +1

    I Miss the ole car i was the 2nd owner of it

  • @DASands-iw9me
    @DASands-iw9me Před 5 měsíci

  • @T.J-and-Soul
    @T.J-and-Soul Před 3 měsíci

    What a bizzare man?

  • @towntourin
    @towntourin Před rokem +1

    🚓🚓🚓🚓🚓

  • @T.J-and-Soul
    @T.J-and-Soul Před 3 měsíci

    This is the most embarrassing video ever. How fake is this?

  • @davidthomas9267
    @davidthomas9267 Před rokem +1

    Sorry but Andy was not a nice person in real life!

  • @danielanderson4031
    @danielanderson4031 Před rokem

    I have a cabin not too far from mt airy .after my wife died I haven't been back but might try coming again seeing this great video.we loved shopping and eating at snappy lunch!