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Appodlachia#255: Louisville Tenants UnionToday, Chuck talks to Josh Poe of the Louisville Tenants Union!Relevant linksLearn more about the Louisville Tenants Union https://www.louisvilletenantsunion.org/Transition Music: “Leave it to me” by Corduroy Brown-----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA! patreon.com/appodlachia-----------------------------------------------The views and opinions expressed on this show are the personal opinions of the host, Chuck Corra, and do not represent the opinions of his employer. This show is an opinion and commentary show, NOT a news show. This podcast is for entertainment purpo...
2025-11-1343 minAppodlachia#254: Appalachia Comics ProjectToday, Chuck clarifies commentary from past episodes and talks with Andrew Aydin, a comic book author who came up with the idea to tell the story of Hurricane Helene through a graphic novel called "Islands in the Sky." We talk about this, and the newly launched Appalachia Comics Project.Relevant linksLearn more about the Appalachia Comics Project https://www.appalachiacomics.org/Kickstarter Campaign https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/appalachiacomics/appalachia-comics-projectTransition Music: “Leave it to me” by Corduroy Brown-----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA! patreon.com/appod...
2025-10-0946 minAppodlachia#253: State of political discourse + David Gate's rebellion of careToday, Chuck gives his thoughts on the state of political discourse in this country as it relates to the news story dominating headlines. Then, he talks with the venerable poet, David Gate, about his new book “A Rebellion of Care”Timestamps:00:23 — Preamble: Some thoughts on recent events15:40 — Interviewhttps://www.davidgatepoet.com/Find his book here:https://www.davidgatepoet.com/store/p/tj0ullc3oswn4rqp2g0azhliox8f7sTransition Music: “Leave it to me” by Corduroy Brown-----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA! patreon.com/appodlach...
2025-09-151h 02Appodlachia#252: The Baldwin-Felts Detective Agency (This Guy Sucked Crossover)Today, we have a special crossover episode between Appodlachia and the incredible podcast, This Guy Sucked! This Guy Sucked is a history podcast that brings on historians (and Chuck) as guests, and discuss historical figures that sucked!We're discussing the Baldwin-Felts Detective Agency — an objectively detestable bunch of union busting thugs who terrorized workers in Appalachia during the mine wars in the early 1900s. They sucked big time. They're available on all streaming platforms, and you can find their links via their website below. https://www.thisguysucked.com/https://podcasts.apple.com/u...
2025-08-181h 16Appodlachia#251: Bonafide Appalachian musiciansToday, Chuck briefly weighs in on Tyler Childers's new album, then talk with Appalachian country and bluegrass musician Rebecca Lee Daniels. Timestamps:00:23 — Preamble: Tyler Childers is a hick lib?!? Also fork found in kitchen.10:19 — Interviewlinktr.ee/rebeccaleedanielsStream her music: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3JYVZpvjobwPp2ruAw87waApple: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/rebecca-lee-daniels/1262962603Transition Music: “Bloom” by Rebecca Lee Daniels-----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA! patreon.com/appodlachia-----------------------------------------------The views and opinions expressed on this show a...
2025-07-3059 minAppodlachia#250: Stories of rural resistance from the HollerToday, I talk with Denali Nalamalapu about their new graphic novel, “Holler: A Graphic Memoir of Rural Resistance,” which tells the story of six people who became resisters of the Mountain Valley Pipeline. https://denali-sai.com/Buy the Book from Bookshop.org https://bookshop.org/p/books/holler-a-graphic-memoir-of-rural-resistance-denali-sai-nalamalapu/21788274?ean=9781643265230&next=t&Transition Music: “Leave it to Me” by Corduroy Brown https://corduroy-brown.com/-----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA! patreon.com/appodlachia-----------------------------------------------The views and opinions expressed on this show are the person...
2025-07-1138 minAppodlachia#249: Big Beautiful Bulls**tAiring my grievances about the recently passed nightmare legislation in Congress, then talking with Melissa Cropper of the Ohio Federation of Teachers about school vouchers in the Buckeye State!https://www.allinforohiokids.com/-----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA! patreon.com/appodlachia-----------------------------------------------The views and opinions expressed on this show are the personal opinions of the host, Chuck Corra, and do not represent the opinions of his employer. This show is an opinion and commentary show, NOT a news show. This podcast is for entertainment purposes only. ...
2025-07-0446 minAppodlachia#248: Barbara Kingsolver and the house that Demon builtToday, I had the privilege of speaking with Barbara Kingsolver — Appalachian literary icon and Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Demon Copperhead. We talk about how she incorporates Appalachia into her writing, and what she did with her Demon Copperhead royalties to help Appalachians in need. Support the Higher Ground Women's Recovery Residence! https://hgwrr.org/And make sure to subscribe to Appodlachia on Youtube, where I'll be uploading a lot more long-form video content starting in July https://www.youtube.com/@Appodlachia -----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA! patreon.com/ap...
2025-06-121h 18Appodlachia#247: Big John's Second Swan SongToday, Chuck and Big John shoot the sh*t for one last time, with John in the co-hosting chair. We bid farewell to BJ's second stint as co-host and talk about whatever we feel like, including what the plan is for the future of the show (spoiler: Chuck is still doing it, and we have a HEAVY HITTER interview next week!You can follow Big John's card stuff here: https://www.instagram.com/bigjohnscards24/https://www.youtube.com/@bigjohnscards24And make sure to subscribe to Appodlachia on Youtube, where I'll be uploading a l...
2025-06-0655 minAppodlachia#246: Former MSHA head sounds the alarm on RFK's cuts at NIOSHToday, Chuck talks with former Assistant Secretary of Labor for Mine Safety and Health, Joe Main, on how the recent federal spending cuts targeting NIOSH have put miners safety and lives at risk. You can follow Joe on LinkedIn, where he posts regular updates on what is happening with NIOSH and other critical mine safety regulatory challenges. https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-main-965a15159/TimestampsContext setting/Gingrich cuts on mine safety — 6:30NIOSH History — 9:30How NIOSH got breathing apparatuses in mines — 12:00Silicon/ventilation issues and safety — 21:10UBB — 22:15What will be lost with NIOSH cuts—...
2025-05-0648 minAppodlachia#245: Hurricane Helene: 7 months laterHello friends! We're back after a bit of a break :) Today, we're joined by Dalton George, Mayor Pro-Tem of Boone, NC. Dalton and Chuck talk about the aftermath of Hurricane Helene and how recovery is looking in the 7 months since the storm. (Edit: One slight factual error. It is a grey area to say that Kilmar Abrego Garcia was legally living in Maryland at the time he was illegally deported due to the fact that he entered the country illegally. He was not technically lawfully present, but he still was not able to be lawfully depor...
2025-04-1849 minAppodlachia#244: Party-grass with Addie LevyChuck talks with Appalachian bluegrass musician and member of the Brothers Comatose, Addie Levy, on today's episode!LinksDarlin Please - https://open.spotify.com/track/0L7wq3e7GWe8AaspEt7vZthttps://www.instagram.com/addielevymusic/https://www.addielevy.com/Brothers Comatose - https://open.spotify.com/artist/7oKVYDiVZxglvgEW2zHcADFlood Relief! https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/u/1/d/1Hg8OYokIiZN-cs7CiE8ECMj9t1Ubf45_u7oRH3Jqeww/editInterview starts at 17:41HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!patreon.com/appodlachia-----------------------------------------------Check out our fantastic...
2025-03-1339 minAppodlachia#243: PalmyraChuck and Big John talk to the folks from the band Palmyra! Check out their song “Shape I'm In” https://ohboy.lnk.to/shapeiminhttps://www.palmyratheband.com/Flood Relief! https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/u/1/d/1Hg8OYokIiZN-cs7CiE8ECMj9t1Ubf45_u7oRH3Jqeww/editHELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA! patreon.com/appodlachia-----------------------------------------------Check out our fantastic sponsors!Red Rooster Coffee! Use our promo code “DOLLY” for free shipping!https://www.redroostercoffee.com/CBD and TH...
2025-02-2842 minAppodlachia#242: Discussing the recent Soft White Underbelly controversyIt's been a minute since we talked about Soft White Underbelly, and a LOT has happened! We break down some recent controversy and give our takes on the whole situation with the West Virginia family known as the Whittakers. Flood Relief! https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/u/1/d/1Hg8OYokIiZN-cs7CiE8ECMj9t1Ubf45_u7oRH3Jqeww/editJ Aubrey video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W4hzs3cNmYw HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA! Join our Patreon, for as little as $5/month, and access live events, weekly exc...
2025-02-2146 minAppodlachia#241: 18 Husky Brownie BitesBig John's out sick so we've unearthed an interview from the vaultCheck out our substack, where Chuck (tries to) writes weekly http://appodlachia.substack.com Red Rooster Coffee! Use our promo code “DOLLY” for free shipping!https://www.redroostercoffee.com/CBD and THC gummies & more: (use code “BANJO” for 25% off) http://www.cornbreadhemp.com/-----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA! Join our Patreon, for as little as $5/month, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus series, and more patreon.com/appodlachia-----------------------------------------------T...
2025-02-1429 minAppodlachia#240: Emily Calandrelli is the 100th Woman in SpaceToday, Chuck and Big John talk with one of our favorite West Virginians — Emily Calandrelli — about how she became the 100th woman EVER to fly to space! Also, Chuck explains why Punxsutawney Phil is a fraud, the boys talk about the Mingo County Water crisis, and more!Check out Emilys space flight video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PenTzO3t2T8&t=137sTimestamps:Punxsutawney Fraud — 03:30The water crisis in Mingo County — 23:45Interview with Emily Calandrelli — 35:20Check out our substack, where Chuck (tries to) writes weekly http://appodlachia...
2025-02-071h 10Appodlachia#239: The Appalachian Accent Project and 2025 soft launchWe're soft launching 2025, people! We dropped our Appalachian accent project with over 1,500 accents! You can check it out here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yPnF5Q4eCv4Check out our substack, where Chuck (tries to) writes weekly http://appodlachia.substack.com -----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA! Join our Patreon, for as little as $5/month, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus series, and more patreon.com/appodlachia-----------------------------------------------The views and opinions expressed on this show are the personal opinions of the hosts, Ch...
2025-01-3135 minAppodlachia#238: Wild Foxfire remedies, and the BEEF with PonderosaIn our last episode of the year, we:— Go through more wild Foxfire home remedies — Discuss why Rich Rodriguez is like JD Vance— Talk about what's happening in Syria— Big John explains his beef with Ponderosa Dr. Spalding's organization https://www.equalchanceforeducation.org/-----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA! Join our Patreon, for as little as $5/month, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus series, and more patreon.com/appodlachia-----------------------------------------------Subscribe to our Youtube channel! http://www.youtube.com/appodlach...
2024-12-191h 04Appodlachia#237: From Appalachia to the Ivy League (But not JD Vance!)We had a fantastic conversation with Madison aka xgigglypuff about how she went from Appalachia to graduating from Harvard University, working as a software engineer, content creation, video games, education attainment, and more!AND we run through the wildest Foxfire home remediesMadison's links: http://linktr.ee/xgigglypuffMadison's Twitch: / xgigglypuff We made a Twitch a day ago: / appodlachia Check out our substack! https://appodlachia.substack.com/Transition Music: “Leave it to Me” by Corduroy Brown https://corduroy-brown.com/-----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA! Join ou...
2024-12-051h 27Appodlachia#236: Giving thanks for our old AIM screen namesA post-Thanksgiving round up of politics stuff, good news in Appalachia, and Big John's story about a card heistHelp Appalachia recover from Helene https://www.appalachiahelenefund.org/ Check out our substackhttps://appodlachia.substack.com/-----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA! Join our Patreon, for as little as $5/month, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus series, and more patreon.com/appodlachia-----------------------------------------------Check out our fantastic sponsors!Red Rooster Coffee! Use our promo c...
2024-11-2959 minAppodlachia#235: About that 2024 electionOne last dance with the 2024 election from Appodlachia. We talk about our thoughts on the results, and are open about our criticisms of the Democratic Party broadly (which existed prior to this election). -----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA! Join our Patreon, for as little as $5/month, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus series, and more patreon.com/appodlachia-----------------------------------------------Check out our fantastic sponsors!Red Rooster Coffee! Use our promo code “DOLLY” for free shipping!https://www.redroostercoffee.com/CBD and THC gum...
2024-11-141h 05Appodlachia#233: What's up with the Appalachian Clean Hydrogen Hub?Today, Chuck and Big John discuss the Appalachian Clean Hydrogen Hub and some recent criticisms surrounding it. Take our survey on how to say Appalachia!!! https://forms.gle/GzR5N7t575d242Ko9Listen to Big John's interview with CityBeat Cincinnati for their "Elegy" podcast series. https://www.citybeat.com/cincinnati/ElegyTheManyMythsofJDVance/PageTimestamps2:32 — Announcement about election night livestream and dialect survey6:40 — Intro topics: Where's JD? Kentucky Isn't in play18:25 — The Appalachian Clean Hydrogen hub18:25 — introduction to clean hydrogen hubs20:16 — a primer on "clean...
2024-10-2456 minAppodlachia#227: Rednecks took center-stage at the DNCOn today's episode, Chuck and Big John demand an apology from Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and the Detroit Tigers Major League Baseball team for reasons which you'll soon find out, discuss John Russell's historic speech at the Democratic National Convention, talk with Mike from the Mothboys Podcast, and question the integrity of an election in Kentucky /sCheck out the Mothboys here! https://mothboys.buzzsprout.com/Timestamps01:09 —Appodlachia shirts made national television02:33— The Detroit Tigers disrespected Appodlachia8:00 — John Russell brought the truth to the DNC28:00 — Interview with Mike from the...
2024-08-281h 01Appodlachia#226: Kangaroos on the loose and crowdfunding classroomsOn today's episode, Chuck and Big John plead with listeners to fund their expedition to the Ponderosa Buffet in Taipei, Taiwan, discuss the lack of restrictions in West Virginia on kangaroo ownership, cast doubt at school districts banning crowdfunding, and Chuck speaks with Laura Morris about her newly published book, “The Stone Catchers.”Find out more about the Stone Catchers here! https://www.kentuckypress.com/9781985900554/the-stone-catchersTimestamps02:00 —Appodlachia can bring peace between China and Taiwan via Ponderosa09:11 — Roo on the loose!12:30 — Banning crowdfunding for teacher classroom supplies21:53 — Interview with Laura Morris...
2024-08-2159 minAppodlachia#206: The 4th Annual Appodlachia Appalachian Awards ("The Appies")The 4th Annual Appodlachia Appalachian Awards (heretofor known as the "Appies")Award winners discussion starts around 14:30Business of the Year nomineesYNST Magazine | WV | https://ynstmagazine.com/vendors/Taste Bud Eats | New Martinsville, WV | https://tastebudeats.com/shopRaven & Crone | Asheville, NC | https://www.ravenandcrone.com/Writer/Author of the Year nomineesDavid Sibray | Website: https://wvexplorer.com/about-us/development-team/david-sibray/Storm Young | Website: https://stormyoung.my.canva.site/Entertainer of the Year nomineesAndi Marie | TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@andimariereOliver Anthony | TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@oliveranthonymusic
2024-01-0855 minAppodlachia#197: Taylor Swift can fix the Appalachian economyWe talk about the importance of Taylor Swift ditching Travis Kelce for an Appalachian, for the sake of our region's economy, John Fetterman's wardrobe controversy, and why the first two senators to call for Sen. Bob Menendez to resign were also guests on Appodlachia.Plus! Callie talks with Allison Ricket and Claire Ramsey Building Bridges 2 Careers about how they're working to bridge the gap between education and employment by fostering school, business, and community relationships to inspire career choice through experience, entrepreneurship, and educatin!Learn more about Building Bridges 2 Careersht...
2023-09-291h 24Appodlachia#197: Taylor Swift can fix the Appalachian economyWe talk about the importance of Taylor Swift ditching Travis Kelce for an Appalachian, for the sake of our region's economy, John Fetterman's wardrobe controversy, and why the first two senators to call for Sen. Bob Menendez to resign were also guests on Appodlachia. Plus! Callie talks with Allison Ricket and Claire Ramsey Building Bridges 2 Careers about how they're working to bridge the gap between education and employment by fostering school, business, and community relationships to inspire career choice through experience, entrepreneurship, and educatin!Learn more about Building Bridges 2 Careersht...
2023-09-281h 25Appodlachia#189: Do urban liberals have it wrong on Appalachia?Chuck and Callie discuss an interview Barbara Kingsolver gave with Ezra Klein about Appalachia and the rural-urban divide. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/07/21/opinion/ezra-klein-podcast-barbara-kingsolver.html Check out our new sponsor! Red Rooster Coffee!Use our promo code "DOLLY" for free shipping!https://www.redroostercoffee.com/-----------------------------------------------Timestamps: 00:24 - Intro: AppHarvest Bankruptcy!05:29 - Appalachian Stories: Best Jason Aldean ain't from a small town takes19:45 - Patreon announcements!25:00 - Discussion on Barbara Kingsolver interview-----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!Join our Patreon, fo...
2023-07-2650 minAppodlachia#181: Politics in the Bluegrass CommonwealthChuck talks with Robert Kahne of My Old Kentucky Podcast about the GOP primary for governor in Kentucky and Joe Biden's re-election announcement!Check out My Old Kentucky Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/my-old-kentucky-podcast/id1154532193HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!Join our Patreon, for as little as $1/month, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus series, and more http://www.patreon.com/appodlachia-----------------------------------------------Transition music: "Paper Town" by Balsam Range (used with artist permission)https://www.balsamrange.com/-----------------------------------------------...
2023-05-1650 minAppodlachia#180: Appalachian Queer Film FestivalWe sit down with Jon Matthews and J Gallienne from the Appalachian Queer Film Festival to discuss the festival's roots, what showcasing queer filmmaking means to them and the region, and more! The festival is October 6-8th this year in Huntington, WV! Find out more in the links below. AQFF Links:Appalachian Queer Film Festival website: https://www.appalachianqueerfilmfest.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/appalachianqueerfilmfest/Kokomo city: https://festival.sundance.org/program/film/638a18f0d406b253ebf2cf2cCheck out the Vanishing Postcards podcast! htt...
2023-05-0937 minAppodlachia#179: Organizing while Brown in AppalachiaCallie sits down with Councilwoman Ixya Vega! In addition to being a member of the Morgantown, WV City Council and on the board of Holler Health Justice, Ixya is West Virginia's only full time Planned Parenthood organizer, and Callie talks with her about organizing in Appalachia, doing so as a woman of color, and much more!In our weekly list, we discuss some Appalachian heavy hitters in the outdoors and conservation game then take you through some of the worst parts of the McCarthy budget and how Appalachia will be harmed for our under-the-radar segment (its way m...
2023-04-251h 25Appodlachia#176: Barbara Kingsolver's Demon Copperhead: Appalachians React[Sorry about the messed up audio earlier! Should be fixed now!] Welcome to our special crossover episode for Appalachian Bookshelf, a joint project between Read Appalachia and Appodlachia.HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!Join our Patreon, for as little as $1/month, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus series, and more http://www.patreon.com/appodlachia-----------------------------------------------Timestamps00:01 - Monologue about TN legislature08:22 - AskReddit warm-up08:00 - List Background: Kirk Cameron a "growing pain" in the liturgical ass17:22 - Weekly List: Best Spring Festivals in Appalachia35:13 - D...
2023-04-041h 32Appodlachia#176: Barbara Kingsolver's Demon Copperhead: Appalachians ReactWelcome to our special crossover episode for Appalachian Bookshelf, a joint project between Read Appalachia and Appodlachia.HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!Join our Patreon, for as little as $1/month, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus series, and more http://www.patreon.com/appodlachia-----------------------------------------------Timestamps00:01 - Monologue about TN legislature08:22 - AskReddit warm-up08:00 - List Background: Kirk Cameron a "growing pain" in the liturgical ass17:22 - Weekly List: Best Spring Festivals in Appalachia35:13 - Demon Copperhead Discussion01:23:07 - Under-the-radar: CSX Derailment in West Virginia-----------------------------------------------
2023-04-0431 minAppodlachia#169: Bringing Black Agriculture to AppalachiaCallie and Chuck talk to Josh McGee and Jason Tartt, who started Appalachian Gold Appalachian Gold unites regional farmers by producing food products that are 100% Appalachian and working to build a sustainable future for Black farmers in Appalachia.Learn more about Appalachia Gold: https://www.appalachiangold.com/pages/aboutFurther reading: BBG interview with Jason Tartt: https://tinyurl.com/msnj9ph9Y'all Company Sauce: https://yallsauce.com/Learn about MVP and the Sierra Clubhttps://www.sierraclub.org/default/2023/01/numbers-mountain-valley-pipeline-statistics-don-t-lieHELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!Join our Patreon, for as little a...
2023-02-071h 11Appodlachia#163: The 3rd Annual Appodlachia Appalachian Awards!Its awards show time, y'all! (We hit a character limit so we couldn't link to everyone's pages! But we're going to share on our social media)----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!Join our Patreon, for as little as $1/month, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus series, and more http://www.patreon.com/appodlachia-----------------------------------------------Timestamps01:54 - Recapping our favorite episodes of the year11:43 -Announcements (Patreon Limericks!)16:40 -The 3rd Annual Appalachian Awards-----------------------------------------------Business of the YearDa...
2022-12-2749 minAppodlachia#162: Being a queer journalist in AppalachiaCallie and Chuck talk to Skylar Baker-Jordan- an Appalachian published writer, journalist, and commentator. His work has appeared in a myriad of print and online publications, including the Independent, Huff Post UK, Salon, The Daily Dot, and elsewhere, and he writes about, pop culture, and LGBT rights from a transatlantic perspective.Also - Callie and Chuck discuss the reasons for admission into the Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum (reference: https://twitter.com/DLGenealogist/status/1603863571469066242?s=20&t=kB-OEJ88sZnsxxtlCGOdtA) Article on Gretchen Fleming - a missing person in Parkersburg; https://wchstv.com/news/local/new-developments-surface-in-search-for-missing-wood-county-woman...
2022-12-211h 19Appodlachia#161: Philip Bowen on the Strings!Callie talks to Philip Bowen - an incredible Appalachian fiddler who has quickly become a star on TikTok for his powerful skills and infectious personality. Also - Callie and Chuck discuss the best banjo players that have come out of Appalachia.Philip Bowen's Links:Website: https://www.philipbowenmusic.com/links/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@philipbowenmusicSpotify: https://bit.ly/3Fomsws-----------------------------------------------NEW HOLIDAY MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/appodlachia3rd Annual Awards Nominations form: https://forms.gle/ZeYjazxuS9ehhf8u7...
2022-12-131h 25Appodlachia#160: Cannabis in Appalachia, THC in Congress, and Cornbread Mafia not in your podcastsCallie and Chuck talk to Jim Higdon, returning champion to the show and Co-Founder of Cornbread Hemp based in Louisville, KY. Jim shares his insight and expertise on the public policy landscape of weed in Kentucky, why we may get higher THC limits from Congress, and more! PLUS! Our weekly list this week is a doozy - Worst Movies set in Appalachia - and we have a harrowing tale out of Etowah Co, Alabama for our under the radar. Learn about our new partner - POWHR - and their opposition to the Mountain Valley Pip...
2022-12-061h 14Appodlachia#159: Climate Crisis in Appalachia & Pipeline PoliticsCallie and Chuck talk about the Mountain Valley Pipeline, why its bad, and what you can do about it.Our new partner, The POWHR Coalition, is a sponsor of this episode. Learn more about them and their opposition to the Mountain Valley Pipeline here: https://powhr.org/CHECK OUT OUR NEW MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/appodlachiaHelp support Kendra and Read Appalachiahttps://www.readappalachia.com/support-us-----------------------------------------------Timestamps00:30 - Intro - C...
2022-11-3057 minAppodlachia#158: Western NC's Youngest Mayor, Smashing Cryptids, and the pothole from hellCallie and Chuck talk to Mayor Preston Blakely, the 27 year old mayor of Fletcher, North Carolina! We also play "SMASH OR PASS: Cryptid Edition" and discuss the behemoth pothole in Hinton, WV.Learn more about our new partner, the POWHR Coalition, here https://powhr.org/CHECK OUT OUR NEW MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/appodlachiaHelp support Kendra and Read Appalachiahttps://www.readappalachia.com/support-us-----------------------------------------------Timestamps02:01 - Intro - Chuck pet a possum07:50...
2022-11-221h 19Appodlachia#157: Gen Z Appalachians (Live show in Morgantown)Callie and Chuck hosted a live show in Morgantown on the campus of WVU last week, where they interviewed three college freshman about the midterm elections, their thoughts on staying in West Virginia after graduation, and much more! Learn more about our new partner, the POWHR Coalition, here https://powhr.org/CHECK OUT OUR NEW MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/appodlachiaHelp support Kendra and Read Appalachiahttps://www.readappalachia.com/support-us-----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!
2022-11-151h 08Appodlachia#156: Unhinged Dem Fundraising Emails and Beef with Big JoesCallie and Chuck discuss the beef they have with Joe Biden and Joe Manchin regarding recent statements on coal and go through the top 6 most unhinged fundraising emails of the election cycle!COME TO OUR LIVE SHOW THIS THURSDAY IN MORGANTOWN! https://wvu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9FcNYsGJrypVjxACHECK OUT OUR NEW MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/appodlachiaVanishing Postcards: https://www.vanishingpostcards.com/Help support Kendra and Read Appalachiahttps://www.readappalachia.com/support-us...
2022-11-0854 minAppodlachia#155: Getting Cucked at the Greenbrier and Election Predictions!Callie and Chuck talk talk about the latest revelations in Jerry Falwell Jr's sex-capades and give our election predictions for next week's midterms! Plus, we feature an interview with Generation WV and their NewForce initiative to help get jobs and talent to stay in West Virginia! Learn more here https://generationwv.org/programs/newforce/CHECK OUT OUR NEW MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/appodlachiaVanishing Postcards: https://www.vanishingpostcards.com/Help support Kendra and Read Appalachiahttps://www.readappalachia.com/support-us...
2022-11-021h 16AppodlachiaMidterm Election Bonus Bonanza Part 2We've got three more interviews with local candidates throughout and around Appalachia for you today! Josh Remillard - a veteran running for the 118th House district for North Carolina state house (Haywood and Madison counties) https://www.joshremillard.com/Ally Layman - Founding member and president of Huntington Pride running for the West Virginia House of Delegates 24th district, which is the Huntington area. https://allyforwv.com/Kellen Squire - a nurse running for Virginia’s 55th house of delegates district, which is around the Charlottesville area https://www.squireforyou.com/CHECK OUT OUR NEW MERCH...
2022-10-281h 17Appodlachia#154: Defunding the Appalachian Regional Commission?Callie and Chuck talk about the recent Republican proposal to eliminate the Appalachian Regional CommissionPLUS! The TOP 5 WORST Parts of Hillbilly Elegy! And an under-the-radar segment that will make your blood boil. CHECK OUT OUR NEW MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/appodlachia-----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!Join our Patreon, for as little as $1/month, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus series, and more http://www.patreon.com/appodlachia-----------------------------------------------Timestamps00:59...
2022-10-2550 minAppodlachiaKentucky Midterm Election Bonus Bonanza!On this special bonus episode, we talk all things Kentucky Politics with Robert Kahne of My Old Kentucky Podcast https://myoldkentuckypodcast.podbean.com/We also feature a couple of under-the-radar Kentucky elections in the region and beyond that you should know about including Conor Halbleib (U.S. House candidate for KY 5th District) and Rep. Cherlynn Stevenson!Conor Halbleib: https://conor4kentucky.com/Rep. Cherlynn Stevenson: https://www.cherlynnstevenson.com/-----------------------------------------------Transition Music: "Leave it to Me" by Corduroy Brownhttps://corduroy-brown.com/Transition...
2022-10-231h 34AppodlachiaKentucky Midterm Election Bonus Bonanza!On this special bonus episode, we talk all things Kentucky Politics with Robert Kahne of My Old Kentucky Podcast https://myoldkentuckypodcast.podbean.com/We also feature a couple of under-the-radar Kentucky elections in the region and beyond that you should know about including Conor Halbleib (U.S. House candidate for KY 5th District) and Rep. Cherlynn Stevenson!Conor Halbleib: https://conor4kentucky.com/Rep. Cherlynn Stevenson: https://www.cherlynnstevenson.com/-----------------------------------------------Transition Music: "Leave it to Me" by Corduroy Brownhttps://corduroy-brown.com/Transition...
2022-10-201h 34Appodlachia#153: Appalachia's Spookiest Destinations + Hip Hop in Rural VirginiaCallie and Chuck talk to Geonoah Davis - aka Geonovah - a hip hop artist from Big Stone Gap, Virginia about how where he from and his life experiences inspire his music and much more. Find all his music and other links here: https://linktr.ee/vbmg_geonovahCHECK OUT OUR NEW MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/appodlachiaHelp support Kendra and Read Appalachiahttps://www.readappalachia.com/support-us-----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!Join our Patreon, ...
2022-10-1847 minAppodlachia#152: A shining beacon of hope in Appalachian politics (with Del. Danielle Walker)Callie and Chuck talk to Delegate Danielle Walker, a fierce advocate for West Virginia and a powerful change agent who inspires hope in us for what West Virginia (and all of Appalachia) could and should be. Delegate Walker is the people's delegate who stands up to bigoted politicians and corporate interests, and FOR the people of her state. Learn more about Danielle's campaign: https://www.daniellewalkerwv.com/CHECK OUT OUR NEW MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/appodlachiaVanishing Postcards: https://www.va...
2022-10-111h 16Appodlachia#151: Reefer Madness in Appalachia and fighting cannabis prohibitionCallie and Chuck talk to Rusty Williams, a cannabis advocate and candidate for the West Virginia House of Delegates 59th District (Charleston, Nitro area). Learn more about Rusty's campaign: https://www.rustywilliamswv.com/PLUS! we run through the racist history of "Reefer Madness" and its Chief Racism Officer Henry J. Anslinger,AND we talk about why TN lawmakers are concerned about litter boxes and furriesCHECK OUT OUR NEW MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/appodlachiaVanishing Postcards: https://www.vanishingpostcards.com/Help support Kendra a...
2022-10-041h 19Appodlachia#150: Gunslingers and Politicians Defrauding the Government in AppalachiaToday, we give you some important political updates and run through our list of Top 4 Politicians committing fraud against the government in Appalachia!CHECK OUT OUR NEW MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/appodlachia-----------------------------------------------Buy Silas House's New Book!https://bookshop.org/books/lark-ascending-9781643751597/9781643751597Help support Kendra and Read Appalachiahttps://www.readappalachia.com/support-us-----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!Join our Patreon, for as little as $1/month, and access...
2022-09-271h 08Appodlachia#149: Hillbilly Gothic: Banjos over BigotsCallie talks to Clovery Lynn - aka Hillbilly Gothic - about being an openly trans Appalachian woman on the internet, her southwest Virginia roots, and her bluegrass banjo-pickin' badassery. PLUS Top 5 Wild and Weird Festivals and events in Appalachia. CHECK OUT OUR NEW MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/appodlachia-----------------------------------------------Clover Lynn's Links: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/hillbillygothiccHelp support Kendra and Read Appalachia https://www.readappalachia.com/support-us-----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT A...
2022-09-201h 12Appodlachia#148: Appalachian ForagingCallie talks to Whitney - aka the Appalachian Forager - about all things foraging. And Chuck and Callie discuss the Top 4 billionaires/millionaires behaving badly in Appalachia. PLUS, we hear from Three Sheets to the Wind and the Local HoneysCHECK OUT OUR NEW MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/appodlachiaVanishing Postcards: https://www.vanishingpostcards.com/-----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!Join our Patreon, for as little as $1/month, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus series, and more http://www.p...
2022-09-131h 40Appodlachia#147: The Uneducated StereotypeCallie and Chuck go through the Top 5 worst Appalachian politicians running in 2022 (and 2023) then discuss the stereotype that Appalachian people are "uneducated" and its origins. CHECK OUT OUR NEW MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/appodlachia-----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!Join our Patreon, for as little as $1/month, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus series, and more http://www.patreon.com/appodlachia-----------------------------------------------Timestamps01:13 - The top 5 worst Appalachian politicians running in 2022 (and 23)27:17- Announcements...
2022-09-0659 minAppodlachia#146: Jewish in AppalachiaCallie talks to Rabbi Joe Blair of Temple Israel in Charleston, WV about the Appalachian experience in jewish placemaking and building broader religious communities. Meanwhile, Callie and Chuck drop their Top 8 delightfully weird Appalachian destinations-----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!Join our Patreon, for as little as $1/month, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus series, and more http://www.patreon.com/appodlachia-----------------------------------------------Timestamps01:25 - Minor League Scandal06:13 - Student Loan news16:30 - 8 delightfully weird Appalachian destinations52:00 - Announcements (Patreon Limericks!)54:00 - Int...
2022-08-301h 36Appodlachia#145: Arming Teachers in Appalachia and Dr. Oz's Quackiest Quips (w/OH-AFT President Melissa Cropper)Callie and Chuck talk to Ohio Federation of Teachers president Melissa Cropper about the harmful laws going into effect that target teachers in Ohio and across the country. ALSO, Callie and Chuck give the top 7 cringiest and quackiest things Dr. Oz has said or done, Chuck wages war against terrible minor league baseball names, and the two discuss JD Vance's sham non-profit and its connections to big pharma. -----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!Join our Patreon, for as little as $1/month, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus series, an...
2022-08-231h 12Appodlachia#144: Loving Appalachia despite its flaws (w/ Silas House)[PLEASE ignore the mic jostling at the beginning of the episode, and apologies for that!]Callie and Chuck talk to award-winning novelist and Appalachian literary legend, Silas House, this week.ALSO, Callie and Chuck share their top 5 Appalachian dinner guests and talk about the senators who voted against capping the price of insulin -----------------------------------------------PRE-ORDER SILAS HOUSE'S NEW BOOK LARK ASCENDINGhttps://bit.ly/3c33rFm-----------------------------------------------EKY FLOODING RESOURCES:GoFundMe for Isom IGA: https://gofund.me/a6ba2916EKY Mutual...
2022-08-161h 07Appodlachia#143: Masculinity in AppalachiaCallie and Chuck talk masculinity this week! Chuck discusses growing up and having to struggle with not being considered "masculine" and Callie discusses her experiences with it and especially with toxic masculinity. We also have Curren Sheldon, an Academy-Award nominated and Emmy-winning filmmaker and photographer based in Knoxville, Tennessee who produced the series "Mountain Grown" for 100 Days in Appalachia, which details the stories of male teens in Appalachia. We highly encourage you to check it out. https://www.100daysinappalachia.com/mountain-grown/ ALSO, Callie and Chuck discuss Jimmy Bu...
2022-08-091h 31Appodlachia#142: Roll Damn Tide! (with Sen. Doug Jones)Callie and Chuck talk with the former U.S. Senator for Alabama, Doug Jones, on Alabama politics, and what Democrats need to do to win back forgotten parts of the country. ALSO, Callie and Chuck discuss confessions of a criminal crimson tide-er, the madness happening at the West Virginia legislature, and how you can help Kentuckians who have suffered from catastrophic flooding-----------------------------------------------FLOODING RESOURCES: GoFundMe for 98 year old Mae Amburgey: https://bit.ly/3bpyURxEKY Mutual Aid Fund: https://bit.ly/3boV4U7Appalshop Latest News & Resources: https://bit.ly/3ORc9n...
2022-08-021h 05Appodlachia#141: JD Crowe, not JD Vance: A look at Bluegrass in AppalachiaToday, Callie gives us a masterclass on the history and characteristics of Bluegrass music - our favorite Appalachian export. ALSO, Callie and Chuck create the term for a group of 5+ Bachelorettes, check in on the Pennsylvania governors race, and make you aware of the horrific steps you have to go through to restore your voting rights in Mississippi-----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!Join our Patreon, for as little as $1/month, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus series, and more http://www.patreon.com/appodlachia-----------------------------------------------
2022-07-261h 21Appodlachia#140: JD Vance is broke, sustainable farming in Appalachia, and Cheri Beasley's senate campaignToday, Callie and Chuck talk Cheri Beasley - the former Chief Justice of the North Carolina Supreme Court and current Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in North Carolina. ALSO, Callie and Chuck describe cereal indulgence, talk about the giant new telescope, check in with JD Vance's campaign, and Callie talks about her site visit to Sprouting Farms in Talcott, WV.-----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!Join our Patreon, for as little as $1/month, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus series, and more http://www.patreon.com/appodlachia...
2022-07-1956 minAppodlachia#139: Chief Richard Sneed on the Eastern Band Cherokees in AppalachiaToday, Callie and Chuck talk to Chief Richard Sneed, the Principal Chief of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians.ALSO, Callie tells the origin story of Smoosh - her most recent rescue kitten, we talk about the conspiracy theory of the Georgia Guidestones, why the Ohio Senate GOP is complaining about too many number 2s, and some new developments in telemedicine in Appalachia. -----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!Join our Patreon, for as little as $1/month, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus series, and more http://www.patreon.com/a...
2022-07-121h 49Appodlachia#138: Holiday Husky Fit: Drinking while answering AskReddit questionsWe have a laid-back episode for the holiday week where Chuck and Callie get drunk and answer /r/AskReddit questions-----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!Join our Patreon, for as little as $1/month, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus series, and more http://www.patreon.com/appodlachia-----------------------------------------------Timestamps03:50 - Intro: July Farce, 06:10 - A hot take on Frozen08:43 - Goat tax evasion + and pet care13:17 - Our LORD and savior Steve Irwin (R.I.P.
2022-07-051h 00Appodlachia#136: Activist Judges Shaping Appalachia's Federal Courts [Part 2]In part two, Callie and Chuck run through some cases involving Federalist Society judges that will affect parts of AppalachiaPLUS! Callie and Chuck talk about father's day feasts and recap the January 6th hearings-----------------------------------------------Anonymous feedback survey: https://forms.gle/ji3VeYB1yvLHRybH8ACTION ALERT: Help protect coal miners suffering from Black Lung! https://secure.everyaction.com/uNIQhEGvHUeo-ghjUNjHQw2-----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!Join our Patreon, for as little as $1/month, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus series, and...
2022-06-211h 26Appodlachia#135: The Dark Money Group Shaping Appalachia's Federal Courts [Part 1]In part one of this two-part series, Callie and Chuck do a deep dive into the right-wing dark money group called the Federalist Society and how they've deliberately helped install radical fringe judges in some of the most powerful courts in Appalachia and across the country PLUS! Callie and Chuck talk porch sittin', JD Vance's campaign finance blunders, and how you can help miners get the Black Lung benefits they so desperately need-----------------------------------------------Anonymous feedback survey: https://forms.gle/ji3VeYB1yvLHRybH8ACTION ALERT: Help protect coal miners...
2022-06-141h 08Appodlachia#134: The Last Abortion Clinic in West VirginiaToday, Callie and Chuck talk to Kaylen Barker, Communications Director and Chief Lobbyist for the Women's Health Center of West Virginia about the attack on abortion rights and the future of reproductive healthcare in Appalachia.And, Callie and Chuck talk about their experiences with having friends over when they were kids, why Herschel Walker would be the disastrous U.S. Senator, and celebrating PRIDE Month in Appalachia. Transition music by Corduroy Brown https://corduroy-brown.com/-----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!Join our Patreon, for as little as $1/month...
2022-06-071h 29Appodlachia#133: Don't Call it a Canton Comeback: Appalachian Holler PoliticsToday, Callie and Chuck talk to Zeb Smathers, Mayor of Canton, NC, about governing as a Democrat in a small Appalachian town in one of the "reddest" parts of the state. Also. Callie and Chuck question JD Vance's commitment to the First Amendment, cringe at Dr. Oz's campaign tactics and talk about gun reform in Appalachia and what we believe can be done.Transition music by Corduroy Brown https://corduroy-brown.com/-----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!Join our Patreon, for as little as $1/month, and access live events...
2022-05-312h 04AppodlachiaBonus: Raising Hell with Reckon SouthHello friends! Please enjoy this special bonus episode: an interview Chuck did recently on The Reckon Interview Podcast - a podcast from our friends at Reckon South. Reckon South is an incredible organization committed to a deep exploration of tough and important issues facing the South.Check out their website: https://www.reckonsouth.com/Subscribe to the Reckon Interview: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reckon-interview/id1471345686From the episode:If you want to know the truth about Appalachia, you won't find it in a certain elegy. You'll find it from pe...
2022-05-2739 minAppodlachia#132: Fat B*tch in the Fattest StateCallie and Chuck recap the wild primary elections in Pennsylvania and North Carolina, and Callie talks to Dr. Angie Luvara about being Fat in Appalachia-----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!Join our Patreon, for as little as $1/month, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus series, and more http://www.patreon.com/appodlachia-----------------------------------------------Timestamps03:13 - Intro: Stacey Abrams gaffe09:25 - Campaign Check-in: John "Built like a brick shit house" Fetterman34:28 - Announcements (Patreon Limericks!)38:28 - Interview with Dr. Angie Luvara 01:33:10 - Under th...
2022-05-241h 41Appodlachia#131: Every Rose Has It's CawthornCallie and Chuck talk about the wacky antics and dereliction of duty of Appalachian Congressman Madison Cawthorn (Rep. Mad Dog 20/20), how Democrats have failed on inflation and a crypto mining controversy in Appalachia. -----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!Join our Patreon, for as little as $1/month, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus series, and more http://www.patreon.com/appodlachia-----------------------------------------------Timestamps01:59 - Intro: our favorite sayings from Appalachian elders08:30 - Campaign Check-in: Mad Dog 20/2021:05 - Announcements (Patreon, ads, etc.)29:30 - Overinflated Democrats55:50 -
2022-05-171h 04Appodlachia#130: JD Vance oppo dump and Rural Organizing (w/Anderson Clayton)We have your first look at our NEW SEGMENTS on this episode as well as an incredible interview with Anderson Clayton - a seasoned veteran of campaign politics and rural organizing pro who recently helped flip the Roxboro, NC city council into democratic hands and has some great lessons for folks organizing in rural areas. HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!Join our Patreon, for whatever you want to pay, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus series, and more http://www.patreon.com/appodlachiaTimestamps01:33 - Intro: Blue checkmark lib m...
2022-05-101h 23Appodlachia#129: Pruett Can Do It!We're so excited for you to learn more about our new co-host, Callie Pruett! Callie is a queer disabled political pro from Western North Carolina and you'll have to listen to the episode to learn more :) HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!Join our Patreon, for whatever you want to pay, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus series, and more http://www.patreon.com/appodlachiaAppalachian Mysteria: A true-crime podcast you should definitely check out! http://jaml.ink/AppalachianMysteriaCheck out our friends at Westside Fairytales - who have a NE...
2022-05-031h 01Appodlachia#128: Passing the Pod-ton: The Buffet King's SpeechSome major changes are coming to Appodlachia. It's exciting! You'll have to listen to learn more! HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!Join our Patreon, for whatever you want to pay, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus series, and more http://www.patreon.com/appodlachiaWe got a substack! Check it out! https://bit.ly/3pRQZMhTimestamps01:04: Big John's Big Announcement06:09 The newest addition to the Appodlachia team!18:17: Announcements25:07: BJ's Greatest Hits42:44: The Platonic Newlyweds Game with two happily married couples 01:08:24: Beef with the Michael Scott of beefAppalachi...
2022-04-261h 19Appodlachia#127: Identity and Media Portrayal of AppalachiaA banger episode today indeed friends! We talk with Alana Anton - Queerbilly Activist, scholar of Appalachian Sociology, and higher-ed indoctrinator - about identity and media portrayal of Appalachia in the age of trump!Learn more about Alana: https://instabio.cc/Queerbilly ||HELP KEEP COMMUNITY NEWS GOING IN WHEELING!Mustard Seed Mountain! https://gofund.me/7552fd5d||Timestamps01:19: Intro - guns in the courtroom07:08: Intro - KBJ and Rand Paul17:32: Announcements19:15: Powered by the Piggy!26:30: Interview with Alana Anton01:02:41: Beef with the Sarah Palin of beef
2022-04-121h 12Appodlachia#126: A teaching crisis in AppalachiaWe got a good one for you today, friends. We talk about the struggles teachers in Appalachia are facing by sharing some of their thoughts and feelings about teaching in the current political, health, and social environments. We also hear from Danny Holderby - a teacher in Southeast Ohio - about how his kids are handling the social and emotional tolls of the pandemic. HELP KEEP COMMUNITY NEWS GOING IN WHEELING!Mustard Seed Mountain campaign letter https://bit.ly/3isPsIk Timestamps02:04: Brief thoughts on Mad Dog "Key Bu...
2022-04-0553 minAppodlachia#125: Code-switching, Identity, and New Media in AppalachiaJohn is on leave again this week, so we're sharing the audio from the panel Chuck was on at the Appalachian Studies Association Conference earlier this month that focused on New Media in Appalachia and how we're highlighting and amplifying Appalachian voices. The questions focused on code-switching, identity, and so much more. On the panel (aside from Chuck):Ashton Marra (moderator) - Deputy Managing Editor of 100 Days in Appalachia https://www.100daysinappalachia.com/Crystal Good - Founder of Black By God https://blackbygod.org/Dr. Enkeshi El-Amin - Co-host of Black in Appalachia https://www.blackinappalachia.org...
2022-03-291h 22Appodlachia#124: Building power in the margins in Appalachia (with Peshka Calloway)Chuck is joined by Peshka Calloway - West Virginian, Affrilachian, US Army Veteran, Artist, Storyteller, and Co-Director of Holler Health Justice, BIPOC- and queer-led racial, economic, and reproductive justice nonprofit and abortion fund in West Virginia. We talked about building power for people in the margins, voting rights, reproductive justice, unions, and more! Check out Peshka's linktree for all her things https://linktr.ee/PeshkaCallowayHELP KEEP COMMUNITY NEWS GOING IN WHEELING!Mustard Seed Mountain campaign letter https://bit.ly/3isPsIk All the thingsJoin our Patr...
2022-03-2240 minAppodlachia#123: Appalachian ExpatsChuck is joined by Kendra Winchester to discuss what it means to be an Appalachian Expat (aka Expatalachian) and the feelings we have about leaving the region we love. Check out Kendra's project, Read Appalachia https://bit.ly/3w9FaVAWe got a substack! Check it out! https://bit.ly/3pRQZMhAll the thingsJoin our Patreon, for whatever you want to pay, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus series, and more http://www.patreon.com/appodlachiaFollow us!-I...
2022-03-1537 minAppodlachia#122: Appalachian Eco-Anxiety (with the "Garbage Queen" Alaina Wood)Today we talk with Alaina Wood about eco-anxiety, sustainability, and more. Alaina is a sustainability scientist and climate communicator from Johnson City, TN who has garnered a TikTok following of over ¼ million helping people through their eco-anxiety and channeling climate angst into positive actionFollow Alaina on Tiktok https://bit.ly/3pSkj54Check out her website https://bit.ly/3vUXNfPWe got a substack! Check it out! https://bit.ly/3pRQZMhTimestamps02:30: Rep. Mad Dog 20/20 and the great philosopher Toby Keith8:44: Announcements15:16: Interview with Alaina Wood46:00: Beef with the Toby Keith...
2022-03-0851 minAppodlachia#121: Kentucky New Deal (with Charles Booker)Charles Booker, U.S. Senate candidate for the great Commonwealth of Kentucky, joins us to talk about reaching people from the hood to the holler, challenging Rand Paul, and how he campaigns in the wrestling ring. Timestamps02:25: Brief acknowledgment about Ukraine05:01: Intro I - F*ck Don Blankenship10:10: Intro II - Hank the Tank/Biblical Bar Banger18:11: Announcements21:26: Interview with Charles Booker59:06: Beef with the Zendaya of BeefAll the thingsJoin our Patreon, for whatever you want to pay, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus...
2022-03-011h 09Appodlachia#120: Black Life in Appalachian Coal Towns (with Dr. Bill Turner)We have an incredible interview for you today. Chuck and John are joined by Dr. Bill Turner. Dr. Turner is an academic and consultant best-known for his ground-breaking research on African-American communities in Appalachia, and recently published the book, "Harlan Renaissance: Stories of Black Life in Appalachian Coal Towns" (you can buy it from WVU Press here).Join our Patreon, for whatever you want to pay, and access ad-free shows, weekly exclusives, and more http://www.patreon.com/appodlachia (LIVE SHOW THIS FRIDAY 2/25)Timestamps02:23: Intro - Pastor Greg Loc...
2022-02-221h 05Appodlachia#119: Husky Fit: Appalachia's groundhog and crypto edgelords of OhioWe've got a Husky Fit episode this week where we riff on current events including the Amazon union re-vote in Alabama, teacher shortages, and the Ohio senate race. Timestamps02:06: Intro -Groundhog-gate10:02: Some dope announcements13:50: Amazon union re-vote24:55: Ohio millionaires Senate primary 36:00: Nationwide teacher shortage42:02: Beef with the Wes Anderson of BeefJoin our Patreon, for whatever you want to pay, and access ad-free shows, weekly exclusives, and more http://www.patreon.com/appodlachiaCornbread Hemp, Kentucky-grown organic CBD provider: http://www.cornbreadhemp.com (use code "APPODLACHIA" to get 25% off
2022-02-0847 minAppodlachia#118: Is TikTok censoring Appalachian progressives?...as well as other progressives?We talk with progressive organizer, Appalachian Ohio-native, and TikTok truth-teller John Russell about censorship on TikTok. Check out The Hill's segment on it here.You can follow John and subscribe to The Holler newsletter here. Join our Patreon, for whatever you want to pay, and access ad-free shows, weekly exclusives, and more http://www.patreon.com/appodlachiaCornbread Hemp, Kentucky-grown organic CBD provider: http://www.cornbreadhemp.com (use code "APPODLACHIA" to get 25% off)Timestamps01:03: Intro - M&M cancel cult...
2022-02-011h 08Appodlachia#117: Why come to Appalachia?This week, we close out our special series by diving into what got people to move to Appalachia who weren't originally from the region. Join our Patreon, for whatever you want to pay, and access ad-free shows, weekly exclusives, and more http://www.patreon.com/appodlachiaCornbread Hemp, Kentucky-grown organic CBD provider: http://www.cornbreadhemp.com (use code "APPODLACHIA" to get 25% off)Timestamps00:25: Intro - Carhartt ain't Murica 02:40: Intro II - the 1/2 bath is a symbol of class10:25: Announc...
2022-01-251h 03Appodlachia#115: Leaving Appalachia[This is a re-upload from last week after the audio file we previously used got corrupted]Lots of people have left Appalachia for a variety of reasons. We explore those reasons and share some of your stories (including our own). Join our Patreon, for whatever you want to pay, and access ad-free shows, weekly exclusives, and more http://www.patreon.com/appodlachiaCornbread Hemp, Kentucky-grown organic CBD provider: http://www.cornbreadhemp.com (use code "APPODLACHIA" to get 25% off)Timestamps 00:05: Intro 03:44: TN state rep tri...
2022-01-1950 minAppodlachia#116: What gets people back to Appalachia?Last week we talked about why people leave Appalachia, so this week we’re discussing what might get people to come back. Join our Patreon, for whatever you want to pay, and access ad-free shows, weekly exclusives, and more http://www.patreon.com/appodlachiaCornbread Hemp, Kentucky-grown organic CBD provider: http://www.cornbreadhemp.com (use code "APPODLACHIA" to get 25% off)Timestamps 01:12: Intro - HRC LOL/Appalachian Bunglers 09:30: Announcements 14:43: Coming back to Appalachia 43:20: Beef with the Kanye West (ye...
2022-01-1851 minAppodlachia#114: What is Appalachia?We kick off the new year by entertaining a question that has puzzled many scholars and wise sages for years upon years: what is Appalachia? Join our Patreon for $5 and access ad-free shows, weekly exclusives, and more http://www.patreon.com/appodlachiaGet some of our new merch! http://tee.pub/lic/LTvbvIFuCbsCornbread Hemp, Kentucky-grown organic CBD provider: http://www.cornbreadhemp.com (use code "APPODLACHIA" to get 25% off)Follow us on all social media!-Instagram: http://instagram.com/appodlachia-Twitter: http://twitter.com/ap...
2022-01-0444 minAppodlachia#113: A year of bangers and our favorite one-star reviewsWe end 2021 by sharing some of our favorite parts of it for the show, including our favorite one-star reviews on Apple. Join our Patreon for $5 and access ad-free shows, weekly exclusives, and more http://www.patreon.com/appodlachiaGet some of our new merch! http://tee.pub/lic/LTvbvIFuCbsCornbread Hemp, Kentucky-grown organic CBD provider: http://www.cornbreadhemp.com (use code "APPODLACHIA" to get 25% off)Follow us on all social media!-Instagram: http://instagram.com/appodlachia-Twitter: http://twitter.com/appodlachia-Facebook: h...
2021-12-3135 min
Appodlachia2021 Appalachian AwardsWe proudly present the 2nd Annual Appalachian Awards! Some relevant links from the show:Appalachian Business of the Year: Read Spotted Newthttps://bit.ly/3sacrxUAppalachian Creator of the Year: Little Bubby Childhttps://littlebubbychild.bigcartel.com/Appalachian Book of the Year: "Even as we Breathe" by Annette Clapsaddlehttps://www.asaunookeclapsaddle.com/book_infoAppalachian Organization of the Year: Women of Mountain Cityhttps://www.womenofmountaincity.com/meet-the-teamAppalachian Artist of the Year: Lacy Halehttps://www.instagram.com/artbylacyhale/?hl...
2021-12-1439 min
Appodlachia#111: Another Appalachia: Coming Up Queer and Indian in a Mountain PlaceChuck and Big John talk with Neema Avashia, author of the forthcoming memoir "Another Appalachia: Coming Up Queer and Indian in a Mountain Place." You can preorder her book here (and support a local bookstore while you're at it!) https://bookshop.org/books/another-appalachia-coming-up-queer-and-indian-in-a-mountain-place/9781952271427Join our Patreon for $5 and access ad-free shows, weekly exclusives, and more http://www.patreon.com/appodlachiaGet some of our new merch! http://tee.pub/lic/LTvbvIFuCbsGet your holiday gifts from Cornbread Hemp, Kentucky-grown organic CBD provider: http://www.cornbreadhemp.com (use code "APPODLACHIA" to get 25% off)
2021-12-0750 min
Appodlachia#110: Payday Lenders are Profiting off Appalachian PovertyChuck and Big John discuss predatory lending in Appalachia and how its for-profit model of greed keeps people in povertyVote in the 2nd Annual Appalachian Awards: https://forms.gle/XXPyQ5YqW3V5noZb9Join our Patreon for $5 and access ad-free shows, weekly exclusives, and more http://www.patreon.com/appodlachiaGet some of our new merch! http://tee.pub/lic/LTvbvIFuCbsFor full transcripts of each episode, check out our website: http://appodlachia.com (note: there may be a delay in some transcriptions)Follow us on all social...
2021-11-301h 02
Appodlachia#109: Thanksgiving Porch TalkChuck and Big John riff off topics submitted to them by social media followers on this laid-back Thanksgiving week episode.Vote in the 2nd Annual Appalachian Awards: https://forms.gle/XXPyQ5YqW3V5noZb9Join our Patreon for $5 and access ad-free shows, weekly exclusives, and moreFor full transcripts of each episode, check out our website: http://appodlachia.com (note: there may be a delay in some transcriptions)Follow us on all social media!-Instagram: http://instagram.com/appodlachia-Twitter: http://twitter.com/appodlachia-Facebook: http://facebook.com...
2021-11-231h 00
AppodlachiaOpioids Part 5: A story of addiction, incarceration, recovery, and advocacy (with Bethany Hallam)In the final part of our series on the opioid crisis in Appalachia, we talk to Bethany Hallam. Bethany is a Councilmember at-Large for Allegheny County, PA. Bethany became addicted to prescription opioids at a young age after being overprescribed Vicodin for an ACL injury. Due to her struggles with addiction, she spent time in the county jail. She began her recovery in 2016 and was elected to the Allegheny County council in 2019. Intro music: "Red, White, and American Blues" by David Morris. https://open.spotify.com/artist/23Pb3oXBOQj9WEziS6laUW?si=KFhFW1fpTsCw9OT7lvpvNg&nd=1
2021-06-0800 min
AppodlachiaOpioids Part 4: Breaking the stigma of addiction in the faith community (with Rev. Paul Bennett)In part 4 of our series on the opioid crisis in Appalachia, we talk to Rev. Paul Bennett. Rev. Bennett is a native West Virginian and Episcopal priest in Portsmouth, Ohio. We talk to Paul about breaking the stigma of addiction and normalizing harm reduction within the faith community, showing love and compassion to those struggling with substance use disorder, and how the War on Drugs was a terrible idea. This episode has it all!Intro music: "Red, White, and American Blues" by David Morris. https://open.spotify.com/artist/23Pb3oXBOQj9WEziS6laUW?si=KFhFW1fpTsCw9OT7...
2021-06-0157 min
AppodlachiaOpioids Part 3: Harm Reduction (with Dr. Sydnee McElroy)In part 3 of our series on the opioid crisis in Appalachia, we talk to Dr. Sydnee McElroy. Dr. McElroy is a physician, harm reduction advocate, and podcaster from the great city of Huntington, West Virginia. We talk to Dr. McElroy about the benefits of harm reduction and the stigmas that still exist creating political obstacles to common-sense practices that save lives. Check out her shows "Sawbones" https://www.themcelroy.family/sawbones and "Still Buffering" https://www.themcelroy.family/StillBufferingIntro music: "Red, White, and American Blues" by David Morris. https://open.spotify.com...
2021-05-2551 min
AppodlachiaBONUS: Covid Relief, a Big John Beef, and a thriller podcast called ThirteenWe do a quick rundown of some bright spots on the recently signed-in-to-law COVID relief bill, Big John's got beef! and we have special guest Bridgett Howard to talk about the Kentucky-based Thirteen podcastSend us a textSupport the show
2021-03-1248 min
AppodlachiaThe 2020 Appodlachia Appalachian AwardsThe moment y'all have been waiting for has finally arrived: the first annual Appodlachia Appalachian awards show is here.Send us a textSupport the show
2020-12-2949 min
Appodlachia#61: An Appalachian YearWe look back on our first year as a podcast. Chuck and Big John reflect on the funny, the serious, and the introspective of the past year.All the things-We got a substack! Check it out!-Join our Patreon, for whatever you want to pay, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus series, and moreCheck out our wonderful sponsors!-Cornbread Hemp CBD and THC gummies: (use code "APPODLACHIA" for 25% off)- Starry Eyes Media built our website and can bu...
2020-12-1549 min
Appodlachia#35: Incest in Appalachia - Soft White UnderbellyChuck and Big John help the great region of Appalachia socially distance itself from harmful stereotypes. This week, a new viral video has emerged about incest in Appalachia from the YouTube channel "Soft White Underbelly" called "Inbred Family - The Whitakers" and the boys at Appodlachia have a few thoughts on this. Music in episode: "This Town" by David Morris. Sampled with artist permission.All the things-We got a substack! Check it out!-Join our Patreon, for whatever you want to pay, and access live events, weekly exclu...
2020-07-0755 min
Appodlachia#30: Dope Hope: Being blunt about cannabis in AppalachiaContinuing our Ap-POT-lachia series with two guests this week: Erin Hudnall of the Think Tank for Social Research on Cannabis and Chris Yeager of Appalachian Cannabis Company. They join us for an interesting discussion on the state of play with cannabis in Appalachia and its potential economic benefits for the region. Help support Appodlachia by becoming a patron and get a shirt or some other awesome merch! More ways to connect with our guests: TTRSC on Twitter , Facebook, and Instagram Appalachian Cannabis Company on Facebook**Erin followed-up to offer a correction on a cit...
2020-05-1954 min