LilDRAGON

09/06/2023

Over the past few years, we've been fortunate enough to work on the PBS docuseries "The Food Principle", which looks at the many different ways food connects us all.

It was recently chosen as a finalist for the Regenerative Travel Impact Awards Storyteller of the Year! If you want to see more uplifting stories that engage people, connect cultures, and catalyze meaningful change through the lens of food, go to https://www.regenerativetravel.com/impact-awards-2023/ and vote for The Food Principle as People’s Choice. Voting closes today.

The Regenerative Travel Impact Awards celebrate people and projects that embody the spirit of regeneration

05/11/2023

Freedom, government control, and craftsmanship were distilled together thanks to a uniquely American spirit - bourbon! More than just a mere drink, this concoction at one point affected just about every American’s lives.

Gabe hikes the bourbon trail to learn how this special blend both changed America and was changed by it. We visit Maker's Mark and Log Still to get up close to the process of making one of our nation's signature drinks.

Click below to watch the episode now!

Gabe hikes the bourbon trail to learn how bourbon changed America and was changed by it.

05/09/2023

The gifts of private individuals have long benefited America’s public well-being. But is it possible for our country to become too dependent on them? What happens when spreading the wealth is a little more complicated than simply writing a check? We dive into all that - and more!

Click here to watch the episode now!

What happens when spreading the wealth gets complicated?

04/24/2023

The "Working" episode of "Reconnecting Roots" is now streaming!

While early Americans worked the land to survive, the job market of today allows greater freedom of choice. But is it harder to find purpose in our work now? And are we any happier than before?

We chat with special guest Mike Rowe to get a better look at the sheer diversity of jobs offered today, along with pointing out which sectors might be overlooked.

Click on the link to watch the episode for free now!

Mike Rowe helps Gabe figure out if working hard is worth all the hard work.

04/17/2023

The "Dollar" episode of "Reconnecting Roots" is now streaming!

The U.S. dollar conquered the world economy, then turned plastic and went digital. So what does a "dollar" even mean these days? We wanted to find out - so we went to visit Ben Stein to help make “cents” out of our money. We also look at the history of how our concept of "money" has changed shape time and time again, often quite literally.

Click on the link to watch the episode for free now!

Gabe visits Ben Stein to help make “cents” out of our money.

04/13/2023

Have you watched Season 3 of our show "Reconnecting Roots" yet?!

The first 2 episodes about "Space" and "Energy" are playing on PBS stations all across the nation! And the good news is, you can stream it any time you want for free. Just head on over to
https://www.pbs.org/show/reconnecting-roots/episodes/season/3/
to start watching. Or use the PBS app on your favorite device!

Let us know what you think. And be sure to stay on the lookout for new episodes premiering every Monday online

11/29/2022

Our friends at Urban Promise Nashville have a Giving Tuesday campaign today. I know there are many good causes out there, so if you're looking for a good one that is local, check them out.

11/02/2022

If you've been following lilDRAGON over the years, you've undoubtedly heard the name Jeremy Gonzales and seen his work. He's served as Director of Photography pretty much from the inception of lilDRAGON and has filmed an incredible number of projects with us, including all 3 seasons of "Reconnecting Roots". He's been so generous with giving us his talent - and now, it's our chance to give back.

In October 2020, Jeremy, only in his 40’s, was diagnosed with Early Onset Parkinson’s Disease. Combined with a severe injury last year, medical bills piled up as the long days demanded by film work became harder to do. There's an upcoming clinical trial using alternative therapies that have proven effective - but it's NOT COVERED BY INSURANCE.

This is why we contributed to Jeremy and his family and hope you will too. Please visit the link to donate to Jeremy's GoFundMe and learn more about his story. If you haven't met Jeremy before, he is one of the kindest people you'll ever come across, period, and deserves all the love we can send.

In October 2020, Jeremy, only in his 40’s, was diagnosed with Early Onset… Gabe McCauley needs your support for Help the Gonzales' in their Parkinson's fight

05/19/2022

Angelman Syndrome affects 1 out of 15,000 children - and yet, it seems like it’s not talked about enough. This is why lilDRAGON is proud to be a premier sponsor for the Angelman Syndrome Foundation Walk happening this weekend! Watch the video we made to learn more about the event.

Angelman Syndrome is a neurogenetic disorder that can cause developmental delays, speech impairment, and even seizures. It’s often underdiagnosed because these symptoms are similar to those with autism and/or cerebral palsy. This is why we think it’s very important to have events like this to raise awareness and really get the word out about Angelman Syndrome. The more parents know about this disorder, the better prepared they can be for their children.

The ASF Walk is happening all across America this Saturday, May 21st 2022. You can go to https://www.angelman.org/walk/ to find a participating city near you. If you happen to live close to us here in the Nashville area, our local ASF Walk is being held at Fannie Mae Dees Park (2400 Blakemore Avenue). Registration starts at 9:30 am with the walk beginning at 10:30 am. We hope to see you there!

04/18/2022

03/21/2022

With First Honey, a family of beekeepers in New Zealand worked with scientists to figure out how to use the healing powers of manuka honey in everything from medical bandages to healing cream. Instead of trying to create new completely synthetic and artificial treatments, they looked closer at what nature has to offer us. When First Honey wanted a commercial to spread the word about their unique way to approach healing supplies, we knew we wanted to help.

We were very interested in this project because it speaks to one of our guiding philosophies, which is to take a closer look at what the Earth has to offer before trying to reinvent the wheel. Finding new ways to utilize what’s right in front of us. People have been using honey for its healing properties for thousands of years; First Honey figured out how to combine that with modern products that people use. The blending of the “old” (which never really went away) and the “new” is something we’re constantly on the lookout for.

For this commercial, we wanted to highlight both sides of First Honey: those who use the products and those who make them. Cuts, scrapes, boo-boos…whatever you call them, they’re unavoidable in life. We highlighted one of the most common incidents that just about everyone experiences - the bike accident you have as a kid. Then we take you to the other side of the world where First Honey cultivates manuka honey and creates its first-aid products with it.

Give it a watch and let us know if you’ve tried any of First Honey’s products yet. If so, what did you think?

03/01/2022

This past month has been cold and a little dreary here in Nashville, Tennessee. There’s no getting around it: we’re firmly in winter’s grasp. We certainly find ourselves wishing we could hop over to a place with better weather…or at least, think back on the great times we had in better weather.

We filmed this Muletown Coffee Roasters commercial in Montana showing off their steeped packs that are great for making coffee wherever you may be. Montana is known for its gorgeous scenery and breathtaking views - so we thought, why not use a family camping trip as a way to show off the portability of Muletown Coffee Steeped Packs?

We spent the day with the Coyne family playing in the river, fishing, and just taking time to slow down a bit. One of the highlights was getting to chat around a fire, set in front of a truly majestic sunset painted across the mountains. For a lot of people, grabbing a cup of coffee means getting a jolt of energy to run around and do all sorts of stuff; for us, we like to savor it, and enjoy the moment.

So give our Muletown Coffee commercial a look and tell us what you think. Does it make you wish spring would hurry on up and be here already?

02/08/2022

In September of 2018, we had the privilege to produce a short film called “The Piano Love Affair”. The film is a true story of a man named Charlie Brakebill. He was a man who helped rebuild the bombed-out city of Rennes at just 19 years old. A man who faced indescribable horrors that life in Madisonville, Tennessee could have never prepared him for. A man who found real, pure, saving love with a young French woman in the midst of World War II.

Dear Charlie passed away peacefully this past Friday, and our hearts ache with memory. More than a war hero, Charlie was a generous, witty, creative, unforgettable man. From serving the Clarence Brown Theatre in Knoxville, Tennessee; to serving our country as a Lieutenant Colonel in the Air Force; to inspiring his community with humility and kindness, Charlie is a great loss to our world. But his legacy lives on, and all who knew him will remember him as a small man with a huge heart.

We were blessed enough to spend a great deal of time with Charlie - listening to his story of life as an innocent in the Second World War, filming hours of footage of him recounting what were some of his most painful memories, and working to create a film that would reflect the quiet strength and real love he displayed in wartime France. We invite you to take a moment and honor his memory by watching the short film, “The Piano Love Affair”. May we never forget Charlie Brakebill and the light he brought to all.

You can watch the film here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z8rcEhmdByc

Gabe McCauley Bella Coyne Jeremy Gonzales Lacy Hartselle Lee Lannom

01/19/2022

Do you have a lot of unused land that you don't know what to do with? Why not raise pigs on it?

lilDRAGON teamed up once again with Joel Salatin and created a brand new course on Pastured Pigs! Pork is the world’s #1 most consumed type of meat and Joel has some very unique and effective ways of making a profit from raising these animals.

As always, working with Joel Salatin is a delight for us at lilDRAGON. He has such a great personality and keeps you engaged while thoroughly explaining how to do this step-by-step. If you're interested, click the link below to learn more!

https://farmlikealunatic.com/p/pigs

Follow Joel Salatin's proven model for starting a pastured pork farming enterprise with small capital investment and high profitability. This course covers every step of the process.

01/05/2022

Deep in the heart of Kentucky lies a small farm with a big heart for community, education, and healthy food. Check out this brand story we made with Need More Acres Farm to find out what makes them so inspirational!

12/16/2021

Muletown Coffee is pretty much our favorite coffee place in the world. But part of its charm is its location right in the heart of the city square of Columbia, Tennessee. It’s a delight to be able to grab an amazing cup of coffee while exploring the unique shops and places around the area. And the good people at Muletown Coffee know this and wanted to give a big shoutout to its hometown.

Watch our latest collaboration with Muletown Coffee Roasters!

11/30/2021

Love guitars? So do we! Check out our collaboration with Director/DP Nathan Morgan that showcases the new Gibson Garage located in the heart of Music City

11/23/2021

Check out the latest spot we did with Muletown Coffee Roasters celebrating Columbia, the city they call home!

11/01/2021

Allow us to re-introduce ourselves.
We’re lilDRAGON.
We make videos in Nashville, Tennessee.
What kinds of videos you may ask?
Well...why not find out by watching this video?

10/29/2021

Enrollment for our “Farm Like a Lunatic” course is back open - and better than ever! Now it includes the new “Pastured Broilers” class with 20 video lessons explaining exactly how to raise your own chickens. But you’ll want to enroll NOW because it’s only open for a few more days!

Enroll now at https://farmlikealunatic.com/

Join the waitlist to be notified when Foundations of Farming and Homesteading enrollment opens. As a free gift, you'll get immediate access to 3 bonus videos from Joel Salatin as soon as you join the waitlist.

10/24/2021

Congrats Mickela Mallozzi!!!

06/21/2021

Check out our newest commercial for Nature Made! We put the spotlight on Kelli Coyne and how she uses vitamins and supplements in her daily life. What kinds of vitamins/supplements do you use in your routine?

04/09/2021

Since Spring is here with Summer right around the corner, now is the time to start thinking of where your next outdoor adventures will take place at! Columbia, Tennessee has a ton of beautiful areas to explore, including lots of trees, rivers, and even a waterfall or two. Check out some of our favorite spots in our latest video for Visit Columbia, TN

To find out more about these cool places in our video, check out https://www.visitcolumbiatn.com/

03/20/2021

Here’s the full trailer for the course helped of launch this week. Less than 48 hours left to enroll, tell all your Lunatic friends!

03/17/2021

Enrollment for our "Farm Like a Lunatic" course with Joel Salatin has been open for a few days now - have you joined in yet? If you've ever thought about homesteading or having your own farm, Joel shows you the practical steps of how to do just that.

Enrollment ends on Sunday though, so you'll want to join now!

https://www.farmlikealunatic.com/

More and more things in our lives are out of our control. The tension of our time makes us yearn for personal resilience. With uncertainty about the future, homesteading and farmsteading can provide the independence, self-reliance, and security we all desire.

03/09/2021

Today, we are excited to announce our latest project. We've been working on an instructional series with the World's Most Innovative Farmer, Joel Salatin of Polyface Farm . This is our first foray into the instructional video space, but we are thrilled with the product. It's full of practical advice that anyone looking to homestead or farm will find invaluable. You can sign up to the waiting list now at https://www.farmlikealunatic.com and you'll receive 3 free bonus videos. The course goes live next week!

Joel Salatin is the world's most famous farmer, having been featured in bestselling books, Academy Award-nominated documentaries, and a whole lot more. Joel ...

02/24/2021

The arts district in Columba, Tennessee is an exciting, rapidly growing place to visit. It’s an area where culture is fostered and connections are made, with the goal of bringing artists and makers together with the public. Watch our video below to get a brief glimpse of some of the cool things happening there!

To find out more about these cool places in our video, check out https://www.visitcolumbiatn.com/

02/17/2021

Perhaps our favorite area in all of Columbia, Tennessee is the downtown square. It’s a fun, walkable central hub where you can find restaurants, book stores, cafes, record shops, breweries, boutiques, and so much more. We tried to highlight all of our favorite places in our latest video for Visit Columbia, TN

Of course, we have so many favorites that we couldn’t fit it all into one video! To find out more about these cool places in our video, check out https://www.visitcolumbiatn.com/

02/12/2021

Columbia, Tennessee is a city full of history; if you spend enough time here, you’ll come across homes to future presidents and other historic venues that are literally hundreds of years old. There’s certainly a lot to explore, so we captured some of these iconic places in our latest video for Visit Columbia.

To find out more about these cool places in our video, check out https://www.visitcolumbiatn.com

12/22/2020

Check out our new commercial highlighting the spirit of the holidays in Columbia!

Christmas may only be a few days away but Columbia, TN has been ready for weeks now! Stop by the square to check out the fabulous lights and trees, then grab a gift for your loved one.