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Ozarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 79: In Part Two of Our Conversation, Jason Harmon Asks, Was Ralph Baker a Lawman, an Outlaw, or Both?When journalist and author Jason Harmon began digging into the alleged crimes of Sheriff Ralph Baker four years after the lawman's death, his research led Harmon to "marijuana moonshiner" Dave McElyea. In Harmon and McElyea's book When Money Grew on Trees, McElyea describes Baker in great detail as a law officer on the take. Other, more powerful men suspected something similar because the FBI was investigating Baker for corruption at the time of his death. On the other hand, other powerful men lauded him as an exemplary law officer in Baker's obituary: "The 1998 funeral for Madison...2025-07-2300 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 78: Part One: Jason Harmon's Wild Ride with Marijuana Moonshiner, Dave McElyeaAuthor, journalist, and historian Jason Harmon wrote When Money Grew On Trees in collaboration with David McElyea, a Michigan transplant to the Ozarks in 1980 whose goal was to create a marijuana farm. After he was busted by local enforcement, Dave formed a relationship with the local sheriff, and together they colluded in a venture that would make them thousands of dollars. And that's back when a thousand dollars meant something. Curtis and Hayden made the jaunt to Buffalo City, Arkansas, to talk with Jason, and we hope you'll join us for an episode that's profane and preposterous, and even impressive...2025-07-161h 08Ozarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 77: The Story of the Scots Irish Settlers in the Ozarks: A Conversation with Todd Wilkinson and Champ HerrenChamp Herren and Todd Wilkinson share a deep love of our Ozarks hills. As far back as their time at MSU (then SMSU), they read everything by Vance Randolph they could get their hands on, and for some years, they presented these stories around campfires to various groups. Now Todd and Champ are together again in this podcast about the Scots Irish immigration to the States, first to Appalachia and the deep South and then to the Ozarks. From folklore to folk magic, the influence of the Scots Irish can still be felt in Ozarks culture today. Knowledgeable and entertaining...2025-07-091h 21Ozarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 76: Meet the Pilgrims: Loving the Land, Preserving the Culture, and Raising a Family in the OzarksRoy and Aviva Pilgrim were invited to participate in the Smithsonian Folklife Festival because of their talented musicianship and authentic life in the Ozarks. Roy is a logger who cares about sustainable forestry, and Aviva is a luthier, gardener, and artist who cares about preserving the best of Ozarks culture. Their life and livelihood could serve as a model for those who want "to walk gently on the earth." Some folks dream of living close to the land, and others actually do it. The Pilgrims are doing it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-07-0248 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 75: Photographer Henry O. Head talks about his new book and coming of age in the OzarksHenry O. Head has taught workshops on photography in the US, Greece, and Ireland and his photos have been exhibited in places as diverse as South Korea and Rogers, Arkansas. Some of his recent photos were featured in the Guardian. His masterpiece, however, is his debut book Twelve Acres, a photographic exploration of coming of age in the Ozarks and the depths of teenage friendship. Henry's work both preserves and advances the unique culture of the Ozarks hills, and his perspectives on art, friendship, travel, and nature are inspiring and challenging. Join us for this exciting and provocative episode; we...2025-06-251h 03Ozarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 74: Todd Wilkinson and the Magic of MontaukCurtis and Hayden travel to Dent County, Missouri, to talk with their good friend, Todd Wilkinson, about Montauk Spring, the headwaters of the Current River, and the state park that bears its name. Todd is the Assistant Superintendent of Montauk State Park and has a passionate for the rivers and streams of the Ozarks, having taught canoeing, kayaking, and river conservation for many years. He is also a master storyteller with a remarkable memory, and after listening to the history of this beautiful park, you will be packing your bags and heading to Montauk! Hosted on Acast. See acast...2025-06-1856 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 73: The Bizarre Case of Adam GodThe Ozarkian Folk Chronicles posts its very first episode, "The Strange Case of Adam God," a story recorded by Vance Randolph in Haldeman-Julius's Little Blue Books and confirmed by contemporary newspapers. From the Call he received while plowing his field to parading naked through the streets of Oklahoma City to his hardy old age, James Sharp, aka Adam God, is one of those strange figures who is the very stuff of folktales! Even more strange is the ongoing relevance of such stories to our own bewildering age, over a hundred years later. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...2025-06-1054 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 72: Rose O'Neill, Renegade of FolkFamous for her creation of the Kewpies, Rose O'Neill was much more than an illustrator of children's cartoons. Rose was a daring woman in an era of male domination, and her courage in forging her own path remains an inspiration. She traveled to Europe several times and spent time in London, studied painting in Paris, and hobnobbed with the likes of Booth Tarkington on the Isle of Capris. She owned homes in Connecticut, Greenwich Village, Capri, and, of course, the Ozarks; in fact, Bonniebrook was her favorite home, and as she said, she did her best work there. Find out...2025-06-041h 06Ozarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 71: Todd Parnell and the fight to save Ozarks riversTodd Parnell, former bank president, president of Drury University, and advocate for our Ozarks environment, talks about floating the entirety of the Buffalo River twice and the remarkable influence of the Buffalo on him and his sons. Todd has served on the boards of various organizations whose mission is the preservation of clean water and pristine rivers in Missouri. Perhaps most important, Todd has turned his outrage at corporate abuses of the natural beauty of the Ozarks into his own brand of imaginative and compelling fiction in over a dozen books. Todd's roots go deep in the red clay of...2025-05-281h 01Ozarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 70: Big Smith: Legendary, Lyrical, KinIn this extra-special episode, Mark Bilyeu, Jody Bilyeu, and Rik Thomas talk about their legendary group, Big Smith. Not only do they perform live versions of some of their most iconic songs--"Trash," "Backwater," and "Whip-poor-will," among others--but they describe growing up in the Ozarks, the importance of family, the influence of folk, bluegrass, and Gospel music, and the message behind the lyrics. As one fan put it, Big Smith is a "manifestation" of the spirit of the Ozarks, and this interview bears that out! Trust us, you don't want to miss this episode of the Ozarkian Folk Chronicles!...2025-05-211h 16Ozarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 69: Champ Herren and the Lynching of Dick CullenChamp Herren, the OFC's official "renegade newscaster," digs back into the Ozarks archives and unearths the story of Dick Cullen, who murdered his four-year-old step-brother but didn't live to tell about it. Sometimes, people make damned sure that crime doesn't pay. Champ is a master storyteller and a diligent researcher, and he applies his talents to this nearly hundred year old story that could have come from this morning's newspaper. Also included in this essay is another beautiful folksong from Mark Bilyeau and Cindy Woolf, aka the Creek Rocks, and one of Hoss Braden's favorite Ozarks stories. Don't miss this...2025-05-141h 03Ozarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 68: Hoss Braden: Legendary Actor, Storyteller, and Iconic OzarkerHoss Braden, born and bred in the Ozarks hills, has turned his life into art, both in the Legend of the Lost Silver Mine that played in Branson West and currently, in the long-running Shepherd of the Hills drama at the Shepherd of the Hills Adventure Park. Hoss has lived a storied life, but he has also learned stories, dozens of them, that he shares with the audience in the character of Ol' Matt. Now it's your turn to listen in on Ol' Matt's stories for yourself. Don't miss this dyed-in-the-wool, bred-in-the-bone episode of stories from Hoss Braden, aka...2025-05-0858 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 67: Introducing the Renegades of Folk: Vance RandolphThe word "folk" conjures up people rocking back and forth in cane bottom chairs and dipping snuff, and though that's an admittedly enviable lifestyle, it's not the whole story. The early folk song and folktale collectors were largely from "off" and belonged to an avantgarde circle of artists, socialists, and bohemians, in short, renegades. Our new series, the Renegades of Folk, takes a closer look at these men and women of the early 20th century who did so much to save the culture and folkways of the Ozarks, not through rose-colored glasses, but as they actually lived. Join Curtis and...2025-04-301h 06Ozarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 66: Stories from the James River: A Conversation with George Scott and Tom KoobOzarkers love a good story, and George Scott and Tom Koob have some great ones! From Leonard "Shock" Short, moonshiner, bank robber, and husband of George's Aunt Lillian, to Vance Randolph, who fell in love with Lillian after Shock's death, to the myth of Virgin Bluff, and all the way back to the Civil War with George's great-grandfather, George and Tom remind us that the old stories will always live on, and for that we can be thankful! Hills without stories might be pretty, but it's the stories that give them life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...2025-04-2456 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 65: Saving the Ozarks One Creek at a Time: A conversation with the KipfersBob and Barb Kipfer retired from lucrative jobs in the medical field to the hard work of natural conservation. From their initial purchase of 80 acres on Bull Creek to their current preserve of 400 acres, the Kipfers have restored the riparian field, shored up the banks, and planted trees and other vegetation along beautiful Bull Creek. Barb has also planted some 90 indigenous species of native flowers, trees, and other plants in their suburban yard in Springfield. In their efforts to preserve the best of the Ozarks, the Kipfers offer an excellent example of what we can all do to save our...2025-04-1656 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 64: Crescent Dragonwagon and Her Life in the OzarksJoin Curtis and Hayden when they sit down with author, chef, and innkeeper, Crescent Dragonwagon! Since her arrival in the Ozarks over fifty years ago, Crescent has published over fifty books in several genres including novels, children's books, and cookbooks. She has embraced the hills as her home, and the hills have embraced her right back! Crescent is a story teller par excellence, and her reminiscences will both inspire and challenge you. You don't want to miss this episode of the Ozarkian Folk Chronicles! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-04-091h 04Ozarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 63: The Creek Rocks and the Vance Randolph Folksong CollectionWhen Mark Bilyeu and Cindy Wolf visited the archives at the Library of Congress, they discovered and returned home with a treasure trove of folksongs collected by Vance Randolph himself. On this episode, you'll hear original tracks from well-known Ozarkers like May Kennedy McCord, Rose O'Neill, and Vance himself, as well as lesser known figures. We Ozarkers have always loved our music, and the Chronicles are proud to partner with Mark and Cindy to bring this music back to life! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-04-0235 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 62: Comic Songs of the Ozarks with Emalee Flatness-Combs and Lillyanne McCoolEmalee Flatness-Combs, performer with the Homestead Pickers at Silver Dollar City, and Lillyanne McCool, national old time banjo champion, bring the old songs to life with their beautiful voices and superb musicianship. From the wife so mean the devil threw her out of hell to the whimsical "Froggy Went A-Courtin'," Emalee and Lillyanne will waft you away to a simpler time. So, turn up the volume, open the windows, and enjoy this lighthearted episode of the Ozarkian Folk Chronicles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-03-2657 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 61: Loving the Ozarks to Death (The Kimmons Family: Part Two)Like so many beautiful regions in the Ozarks, the Little Red River and the towns along its banks face unprecedented challenges from reckless recreators, greedy corporations, and the failure to protect a fragile environment. Kasey and Ginny Kimmons describe the challenges from ATVs that tear up river roads to the pollution that destroys precious river ecosystems to landowners that strip the hills. They also recall the successful effort of the citizens of Shirley, Arkansas, to confront a corporate Goliath and save the jewel of their town, Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-03-1940 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 60: Loving the Ozarks to Life (The Kimmons Family: Part One)In the early 70s, Tom and Brandy left Columbia, Missouri, where Tom was teaching at Mizzou, for the deep woods on the banks of the Little Red River, not far from Shirley, Arkansas. With nothing but a chainsaw, a hammer, and an auger, Tom built a cabin that still stands today. For ten years, Tom and Brandy lived in the cabin, and their first daughter, Ginny, was born there. Before their second daughter, Kasey, was born, they moved into Shirley, where the Tom worked diligently to improve his hometown. The fruits of his labor in Shirley are everywhere, extending to...2025-03-131h 06Ozarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 59: An Invitation to the Circle: Photographer Andrew Kilgore on Life, Art, and the OzarksAt 84, Andrew Kilgore is still photographing, still learning, and still excited about exploring the world through the lens of his camera. Andrew shares his story of moving to the Ozarks in the heyday of the 60s, and the joy he's had in photographing the portraits of over 30,000 Arkansans. We know you'll enjoy this inspiring episode of the Ozarkian Folk Chronicles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-03-0558 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 58: The Mortgaged Cow Murder: Tammy Morton and Angel Wolf are back to tell the tragic story of the murder of Charlie Cobb. The conspiracy includes wives, friends, and lovers, and our guests shed new light on a crime that shook the Ozarks.The Chronicle's own true crime historians--Tammy Morton and Angel Wolf--are back to tell the macabre and tragic story of the murder of Charlie Cobb. The web of conspiracy spreads out to include wives, friends, and lovers, and Tammy and Angel reveal the previously sealed account of the case by prosecutor Doug Mahnkey, the legendary Ozarks lawyer. Fascinating and disturbing, this episode sheds new light on an old crime that shook southwest Missouri. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-02-2637 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 57: The Genius of the Creek Rocks: Mark Bilyeu, Cindy Woolf, and the Library of CongressMark and Cindy are back to share their adventures in Ozarks folk music. They received a grant to research and arrange Ozarks folksongs collected by Sidney Robertson in the 20s and 30s and housed at the Library of Congress. Then Mark and Cindy returned with a treasure trove of beautiful folksongs that they have already begun to arrange and perform, and some of them are featured right here on the Chronicles! Don't miss it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-02-201h 04Ozarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 57: The Genius of the Creek Rocks: Mark Bilyeu, Cindy Woolf, and the Library of CongressMark Bilyeu and Cindy Woolf received a grant to research Ozarks folksongs collected by Sidney Robertson Cowell in the 20s and 30s and are housed in the Library of Congress. Mark and Cindy have returned with a treasure trove of beautiful songs that they have already begun arranging and adapting, and some of their work is available on the Chronicles for the first time! Enjoy their brilliant work! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-02-191h 02Ozarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 56: Icons of Christian County: A conversation with Wayne GlennWayne Glenn, the Old Record Collector, joins Curtis and Hayden for a survey of Christian County history. From Clarence and Roscoe to Buff Lamb, Wayne is an encyclopedia of history and lore. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-02-1145 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 55: Joinin' the Mountain Grove School House Jam! Curtis and Hayden are joined by Jeff Michel, David Arnold, Esther Exley, and Coy Stephan, members of the Mountain Grove School House Jam who play some old time mountain music tunes. Jeff explains the good work of the Ozarks Mountain Music Association and the ongoing efforts of "old timers" to teach a new generation of musicians in the traditions and techniques of music that goes back centuries. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-02-0439 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 54 - Ghosts and Guests at the Crescent Hotel: A conversation with Dan BennettDan Bennett, ghost tour guide extraordinaire, joins Curtis and Hayden for a fascinating interview about the encounters of ghosts and guests in the historic Crescent Hotel. From little Breckie to Michael the Irish stone mason, these tales of the paranormal are challenging and entertaining. Are you brave enough to book Room 218?? You don't want to miss this episode of the Ozarkian Folk Chronicles! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-01-301h 00Ozarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 53 - Life on the Current River: An interview with Dave TobeyJoin Curtis and Hayden when they talk with Dave Tobey about the Current River. Dave has been a ranger, guide, and river enthusiast for many years, and he'll share his love for one of the most beautiful rivers in Missouri. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-01-2353 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 12 Revisited: Missing Limbs Ozarkian Folkloreis episode is a return to episode 12, a classic Ozarkian Folk Chronicles exploration of the folklore of missing limbs.The Chronicles will return next week with a new episode of freshly recorded fun!In this episode, Curtis and Hayden discuss the folklore of missing and amputated limbs with Abby Burnett, author of Gone to the Grave: Arkansas Burial Customs, 1850-1950. They are also joined by Emalee Flatness Combs who sings the Jimmy Driftwood song, "Straighten Out My Laig," and lastly, by Michael Galloway who contributes his own bit of tomfoolery.2025-01-1550 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 51 - Shirley Jo Phillips and the murder of Wilma PlasterJoin Curtis and Hayden when they sit down with Terry and DeDe Sanders and the Folk Chronicle’s true crime historian, Tammy Morton, for an in depth look at the infamous case of Shirley Jo Phillips, who murdered her friend Wilma Plaster in 1989. Sometimes a crime is remembered because it touched us in some strange and utterly unpredictable way. Such is the case for Terry and DeDe, who bought the home in which Lela Kyle, Shirley Jo’s mother, was living shortly before her murder following Mother’s Day. The Sanders recall visits from the FBI to their home and offer...2025-01-0836 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 50 - Tom Koob is back with a Radioactive Tale!Join Curtis and Hayden when Tom Koob returns to the Chronicles with a wild tale about Radium Springs, a mysterious cave and spring deep in the Missouri Ozarks. From the discovery of the spring in 1879 by a small party of hunters to the exploration of the area by scientists with geiger counters in the 1950s, the story and potential pay-off of Radium Springs has caught the imagination of three generations. And no one can tell the story better than Tom Koob. We know you'll enjoy hearing Tom's research and personal experience down in Butler Hollow, the home of the mysterious...2025-01-0245 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 49 - Meet the Creek Rocks, Mark Bilyeu and Cindy Woolf!Episode 49: Meet the Creek Rocks, Mark Bilyeu and Cindy Woolf! We hope you'll join the Chronicles for this special interview with Mark Bilyeu and Cindy Woolf, two of the finest Ozarks folk musicians anywhere. Not only do they share their musical histories--Mark was a founding member of Big Smith, and Cindy recorded her first album in 2016--but they also play songs from their new album, "Wolf Hunter." In addition, we have included snippets from a couple of the original folk songs in the John Quincy Wolf and Max Hunter collections--Mark and Cindy arranged and performed these s...2024-12-2557 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 48 - Madstones, witches and ghosts: Champ Herren and Ozarks MagicChamp Herren, Ozarks entrepreneur, farmer, and student of Randolph, joins the Chronicles to share his research into popular Ozarks superstitions. Champ sheds new light on old practices as he follows the evidence, and in the process helps clarify the bizarre beliefs of a century ago. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-12-1959 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 47 - Horsing around with Larry Sledge and Butch Gregory, the Horse Creek BandLarry Sledge and Butch Gregory, the legendary musicians of the Horse Creek Band at Silver Dollar City, join Curtis and Hayden for a rollicking podcast of bluegrass, square dance, Gospel, Texas swing, and more! Larry and Butch also talk about their early careers and the happy times spent at Silver Dollar City. The Horse Creek Band embodies Ozarks folk culture and music, and we know you'll enjoy this episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-12-1138 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 46 - Bulldozers and Burials on Beaver Creek: Recalling Murderer Robert Faye AdamsJoin Curtis and Hayden as they visit with Dede Sanders and Tammy Morton to discuss the wild case of Robert Faye Adam's and his wife, Willa. Dede, 10 years old at the time, was driving her grandfather's bulldozer when Adam's drove up with a secret in the trunk of his car. From there...well, you'll just have to tune in to hear the story like you've never heard it before! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-12-0437 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 45 - Musical Origin Stories with Randle and Jaynie Chowning. The Ozark Mountain Daredevils and Si SimonJoin Curtis and Hayden as they visit with Randle Chowning about the early days of the Ozark Mountain Daredevils; and Randle's wife, Jaynie Simon- Chowning, and her stories of her father, Si Simon, and his major influence on the music scene in Springfield, Missouri and around the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-11-291h 45Ozarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 44 - Tom Koob and the Mysterious Death of Alice StallionTom Koob, Ozarks storyteller extraordinaire, is back on the podcast with a tale of murder and mystery on the banks of the James River. Tom has researched the death of young Alice Stallion, and he not only brings his knowledge to this tragic episode but also his humanity. We know you'll find Tom's story fascinating! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-11-2242 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 43 - Ozarks Superstitions with Tammy and AngelJoin our guests Tammy Morton and Angel Wolf as we talk about the strange and uncanny superstitions of the Ozarks. From mad stones to medicines, the Ozarks hills and valleys remain a repository of the folkways of the "old country." Who better to discuss these superstitions than two multi-generational Ozarkers who know the lore and legends? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-11-1454 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 42 - Folklore vs. History: A Conversation with Dr. Brooks BlevinsDr. Brooks Blevins, the premier historian of the Ozarks and Noel Boyd professor of history at MSU, sits down with Curtis and Hayden to discuss the tension between the "cold, hard facts" of history and the more whimsical world of folk stories and songs. From "signal trees" to the folktales of Vance Randolph, Dr. Blevins evaluates the relevance of folktales and ballads to historical studies and explains how he has become more accepting of folktales as an essential element in Ozarks culture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-11-071h 22Ozarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 41 - Ozarks Ghost Stories with Tammy Morton and Angel WolfCelebrate Halloween with Tammy Morton and Angel Wolf as they join Curtis and Hayden to talk about ghosts past and present. The deep valleys and secluded caves of the Ozarks have always lent themselves to tales of the preternatural, and this tradition of storytelling will never die--kinda like the ghosts themselves! Feel the eerie on our latest episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-10-3052 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 40 - Celtic Influence in the Ozarks with Josh HestonJoin Curtis and Hayden as they talk with Josh Heston, founder of the State of the Ozarks online community and author of the book Plague Child's Doctor, as well as weekly newsletters and other works. Josh has extensively studied the Celtic culture, and he shows how that culture continues to influence the Ozarks through the traditions and beliefs of the Scots-Irish who settled here in the 1800s. As a result of this Celtic influence, superstitions, folk beliefs, and ghost stories are still alive and well in the hills! History, folklore, and the paranormal come together in this informative episode....2024-10-2450 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 39 - Travis Holt Talks Moonshining and Shenanigans in ArkansasTravis Holt is back with a slew of moonshine stories from Newton County, Arkansas. From the folks who brewed it to the lawmen who pursued it, Travis reminds us that moonshine was more than a cliche when it comes to the Ozarks: It was a way of life! Travis is one of our favorite storytellers, and we know you’ll enjoy this wild and wooly episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-10-1739 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 38 - Misty Langdon: Defender of the Rural Culture of the Buffalo River RegionJoin Curtis and Hayden when they sit down with Misty Langdon, a multi-generational Ozarker who lives with her husband on her family's farm. Misty talks about growing up in the beautiful and rugged hills of Low Gap, Arkansas, and the ongoing efforts of some to intervene in the environment and culture of those hills. She is a local historian--Misty records the stories of her friends and neighbors in her Remnants Project--and has a comprehensive knowledge of the Buffalo's past. She is concerned about the abuse of the river at the hands of careless revelers as well as the future of...2024-10-091h 08Ozarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 37 - A "Randolph Round Up" of Folktales with Shannon ThomasonJoin Curtis and Hayden when they sit down with comedian Shannon Thomason, also known as "Applejack," for a reading of folktales from the collections of Vance Randolph. These tales focus on dimwitted Jasper and similar young men who may not be too bright but nevertheless come out on top in the end. These are the stories that amused the folks of a hundred years ago and continue to tickle funny bones today. They also spawned a character who has shown up in a host of popular shows, from Jethro Bodean in "The Beverly Hillbillies," Lil Abner in the comic strip...2024-10-0249 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 36 - Jae McFerron, Legendary Director, Entertainer, and Friend of Lloyd "Shad" HellerJoin Curtis and Hayden when they sit down with Jae McFerron, current director of the Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama and longtime Branson entertainer and Silver Dollar City comedian. Jae recalls the iconic Shad Heller and his role in promoting and embodying the Ozarks spirit. Jae also talks about the influence of Harold Bell Wright’s The Shepherd of the Hills and its ongoing significance in the outdoor drama. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-09-251h 05Ozarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 35: Emalee Combs, Esther Exley, and True Ozarks Mountain MusicJoin Curtis and Hayden and their guests Emalee Flatness Combs and Esther Exley, who sing and play ballads, waltzes, and folksongs from long ago. Emalee performs with the Homestead Pickers at Silver Dollar City, and fifteen-year-old Esther recently won first place in the Junior Arkansas State Old Time Fiddle Contest. They have also done extensive research into specifically Ozarks folksongs, and they bring their considerable knowledge and talents to the podcast. This episode will take you back to Civil War campfires, log cabin square dances, and the green, unspoiled hills of our Ozarks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...2024-09-1947 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 34 - Jim Hamilton and the River of Used To BeJoin Jim Hamilton, a lifelong newspaper editor, reporter, and author, when he talks with Curtis and Hayden about growing up in the Ozarks, his career in letters, and the important role local journalism plays in strengthening our communities. Jim's poignant essays will touch your heart as they recall a gentler time and pace. Jim also discusses writing as a means of coping with loss and the power of words to help us move forward. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-09-1154 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 33 - Stories From Bear and Bull Creek Country - Bob Bilyeu, Dave Stewart, and Lance KeithleyJoin Hayden and Curtis for an interview with Bob Bilyeu, Dave Stewart and Lance Keithley. These three men have been friends for well over half a century. All three relay tales of growing up in the vicinity of Bear and Bull Creeks, near the rural Ozarks community of Day, Missouri near the Christian-Taney County line. Day was the home of famous artist, Rose O'Neill and her Bonniebrook estate. The men tell family stories of what it was like to have such a famous personality living among the hillfolks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-09-0554 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 32 - Ken Henderson - Recollections of Growing Up in Reeds Spring and Nearly 5 Decades with Silver Dollar CityJoin Ken Henderson when he sits down with Curtis and Hayden to talk about growing up in Reeds Spring, Missouri, his traumatic first day of school, and the early days of Silver Dollar City. Ken also talks about the experience that led him to create the Reeds Spring Hall of Fame, a project that will keep alive the history of the people of Reeds Spring in perpetuity. Listen to Ken, and you'll see why every town should have its own Hall of Fame! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-08-281h 05Ozarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 31 - An interview with Ozarks Historian, Vincent Anderson: Where to Find Bigfoot in the Ozarks and Bald Knobbers in ArkansasJoin Vincent Anderson, noted Ozarks historian, author, blogger, and TV consultant, when he sits down with Curtis and Hayden for a fascinating discussion of Ozarks Bigfoot sightings, cold blooded murders, and vigilant justice by Bald Knobbers in Arkansas! Vincent also talks about his own discovery of who is buried where and the effect his research had on local lore. Vincent is a sane voice in a wilderness of conflicting stories. This is an episode you won't want to miss! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-08-2257 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 30 - Center of the Vortex: Joplin, Missouri, and the House of LordsJoin Curtis and Hayden as they review and analyze contemporary accounts of the infamous House of Lords in Joplin, Missouri, at the turn of the 20th century. A noted saloon, restaurant, gambling house, and perhaps brothel, the House of Lords was at the center of "Wicked Joplin," as Larry Woods called it. No less fascinating is the enigmatic figure of Gilbert Barbee, the owner of the building that housed the saloon. What did Barbee know and when did he know it? This episode explores these question and others in the complex and controversial history of Joplin's most notorious place of...2024-08-151h 01Ozarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 29 - A Man Who Knew Randolph: A Conversation with Mike LusterJoin Curtis and Hayden as they welcome special guest, Mike Luster, folklorist, educator, and amanuensis for Bob Cochran's biography of Vance Randolph. Mike visited Vance in the nursing home and faithfully recorded his conversations and stories; as a result, Mike is supremely qualified to talk about the "patron saint" of the OFC. Mike is also an acclaimed folklorist in his own right with many a story to tell. Don't miss this important episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-08-071h 11Ozarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 28 - Rodney Dillard: Bluegrass Ambassador to the WorldJoin Curtis and Hayden as they talk with Rodney Dillard about his and the Dillards (aka "the Darlings") meteoric rise to fame on the Andy Griffith show, the release of their pivotal Wheatstraw Suite album, and his ongoing career as one of the best known names in bluegrass. Included in this special episode are tracks from Rodney's albums that exemplify his influence on contemporary music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-08-011h 14Ozarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 27 - Todd Wilkinson, Conservationist of Rivers and RandolphJoin Curtis and Hayden when they talk with Todd Wilkinson, Project Manager of the James River Basin Partnership and self-described Itinerant Folklorist. Todd has devoted his career to restoring and preserving the James River, which has been transformed from an algae infested tributary to a beautiful stream. Todd discusses the importance of preserving our Ozarks folk culture for both locals and tourists, and he shares a couple of ghost stories from Vance Randolph, the preeminent folklorist of the Ozarks! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-07-2555 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 26 - Old-time Ozark Music with the Shortleaf BandJoin Curtis and Hayden and the Shortleaf Band, Michael and Tenley Fraser, for some rip-roaring fiddling and high-country singing. Michael talks about his lessons with legendary fiddler, Bob Holt, and Tenley sings both old songs and new ballads. You don't want to miss this talented duo! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-07-1754 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 25 - Conflict and Resolution in Eureka Springs, an Ozarks Town for AnyoneJoin Curtis and Hayden for a cultural and historical tour of the most unusual and perhaps the loveliest town in the Ozarks, Eureka Springs, Arkansas. Drawing on the work of Jared Phillips and Mike Luster as well as other historians, your hosts explore the conflict between the "hipbillies," led by Edd Jeffords, and the "boosters," led by the rancorous preacher Gerald L.K. Smith, and the little town that embraced them both. Eureka Springs may be a historical role model for reconciliation even today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-07-101h 00Ozarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 24 - Living Legend Larry Sifford: Bluegrass, Folk stories, and Faith in the OzarksJoin Curtis and Hayden with their guest, Larry Sifford, long time Ozarker, preacher at the Sycamore Log Church, and all around great guy! Larry shares stories from his childhood, talks about playing with the bluegrass band Missouri Boat Ride, describes the beautiful and rustic Sycamore Log Church, and most of all, conveys his love of the Ozarks. It's good conversation full of good humor! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-07-0455 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 23 - Lady Godiva of the Ozarks?Join Curtis and Hayden as they discuss the story of Paralee Collins, who was punished by a mob of men for supposedly riding naked through the town of Horton. What was her motivation? Was the story even true? And if the story wasn't true, why did the mob punish her? The story of Paralee is a study in how history becomes folklore and how folklore often reveals dark truths about our humanity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-06-2756 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 22 - Playing the Daredevils' Advocate: A Conversation with Dwight Glenn, General Manager of the Ozark Mountain DaredevilsJoin Curtis and Hayden as they talk with Dwight Glenn about his association with the Ozark Mountain Daredevils. Dwight shares stories from their legendary past, their resurgence in the present, and their plans for the future. You don't want to miss this one! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-06-2150 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 21 -Moonshine, Mayhem, and Murder: The Night the Bullets Flew in EnonJoin Curtis and Hayden for their interview with author and speaker Tom Koob, who describes one of the most horrific episodes of violence in local Ozarks history: the Enon Massacre, as some have called it. Tom wrote the extremely popular book, Buried by Table Rock Lake, and this may be the wildest story that he rescued from the rising waters. You'll also learn why dancing was forbidden in Omaha, Arkansas for decades, and it's not for the reasons you think! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-06-1240 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 20 - The Pioneer Forest/L-A-D Foundation: Conserving Ozarks Forests for Today and Tomorrow. An Interview with Terry Cunningham and David StokelyIn this episode, Curtis and Hayden interview Terry Cunningham, retired Forest Manager of the Pioneer Forest, and David Stokely, Board member of the L-A-D Foundation and member of the Ozark Riverways Foundation, about the important standard in sustainable Ozarks forests that Leo Drey established nearly 70 years ago and continues through the important efforts of the L-A-D Foundation. The goals of the L-A-D (the largest private land ownership in the Ozarks) promote healthy forests, provide a continuing tradition of a local timber economy, and makes it's beautiful Ozarks lands publicly accessible for generations to come. The efforts of the L-A-D also...2024-06-0552 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 19 - The Tragic Story Behind the Ballad of Floyd EddingsIn this episode, Hayden and Curtis discuss the backstory of the truly Ozarkian folk ballad, "The Ballad of Floyd Eddings," also known as "The Boy Who Burned in the Berryville Jail." Emalee Flatness-Combs returns for her rendition of the ballad. Curtis and Hayden relay information from Ozarks scholars, Rachel Reynolds, Blake Perkins, and Brooks Blevins, as well as introduce the audience to the late Ozarks folk personalities, Fred High, and Mary Celestia Parler, who preserved this ballad for future generations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-05-3041 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 18 - The Mythic Belled Buzzard of the OzarksJoin Curtis and Hayden as they search for the truth behind the Belled Buzzard of the Ozarks. Was this strange bird legendary or factual? An even more pressing question is, why did folks care so much? This episode will take you back to a green time before social media, nuclear bombs, and algorithms, a time when a tinkling sound overhead would be the most astonishing occurrence of the year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-05-2346 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 17 - Nick Sibley Songwriter, Singer, Performer, and Jingle writer in the OzarksJoin Curtis and Hayden when they sit down with songwriter, singer, performer, and jingle writer par excellence, Nick Sibley. Dubbed "one of the Ozarks most creative musical talents" by KY3, Nick will share some of his songs, talk about his time with the Ozark Mountain Daredevils, and discuss the inspiration for his lyrics. His songs celebrate the Ozarks with their warmth, wit, and whimsy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-05-161h 01Ozarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 16 - Keith Thurman Part Two: Rockaway Recording ArtistJoin Curtis and Hayden for their second sit-down with Keith Thurman, in which he talks about his days with Si Siman, Wayne Carson, Hugh Walpole, and other Ozark producers and musicians. Keith describes what it was like to be a part of the rock'n'roll scene in the late 1960's and early '70's, both here in Missouri and across the USA. This is part 2 of two. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-05-1243 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 16 - Keith Thurman Part Two: Rockaway Recording ArtistJoin Curtis and Hayden for their second sit-down with Keith Thurman, in which he talks about his days with Si Siman, Wayne Carson, Hugh Walpole, and other Ozark producers and musicians. Keith describes what it was like to be a part of the rock'n'roll scene in the late 1960's and early '70's, both here in Missouri and across the USA. This is part 2 of two. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-05-1244 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 15 - Keith Thurman and the Shepherd of the Hills Part 1Curtis and Hayden talk with Keith Thurman, former longtime director of the Shepherd of the Hills outdoor drama, about the Harold Bell Wright novel that created Branson tourism and shaped the culture of the Ozarks for well over a century. This is part 1 of a two part series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-05-0247 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 14 - Collecting Ozarks Folk Music in the 1970s Part 2: With Julia Olin and Barry BergeyIn this episode, Hayden and Curtis interview Barry Bergey and Julia Olin. In the early 1970s, Julia and Barry were part of the Missouri Friends of the Folk Arts (MFFA). They traveled into the Ozarks of Missouri to record music from fiddle players, ballad singers, and other Ozarks musicians, whom have long since past. The result of their efforts is a timeless album called I'm Old But I'm Awfully Tough, and the important preservation of the Ozarks musical culture. This is part 2 of a two episode series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-04-2448 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 13 - Collecting Ozarks Folk Music in the 1970s Part 1: With Julia Olin and Barry BergeyIn this episode, Hayden and Curtis interview Barry Bergey and Julia Olin. In the early 1970s, Julia and Barry were part of the Missouri Friends of the Folk Arts (MFFA). They traveled deep into the Boston Mountains of Arkansas and the Ozarks of Missouri to record music from fiddle players, ballad singers, and other Ozarks musicians, whom have long since past. The result of their efforts is a timeless album called I'm Old But I'm Awfully Tough, and the important preservation of the Ozarks musical culture. This is part 1 of a two episode series. Hosted on Acast. See acast...2024-04-1858 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 12 - Missing Limbs Ozarkian FolkloreIn this episode, Curtis and Hayden discuss the folklore of missing and amputated limbs with Abby Burnett, author of Gone to the Grave: Arkansas Burial Customs, 1850-1950. They are also joined by Emalee Flatness Combs who sings the Jimmy Driftwood song, "Straighten Out My Laig," and lastly, by Michael Galloway who contributes his own bit of tomfoolery. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-04-1050 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 11 - An Attempt to Raise the Dead in Reeds Spring and the Song that Immortalized ItIn this episode, Curtis and Hayden talk about an attempt by an Arkansas man to raise his mother from the dead in Reeds Spring, Missouri in 1978, and interview a family that witnessed the event, and a man that put music to the song, "Resurrection Sunday," that immortalized the event. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-04-0351 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 10 - Growing Up in the Rural Arkansas Ozarks: An interview with Mabel PhillipsIn this week's episode, Hayden and Curtis visit with Mabel Phillips. Mabel was raised in Newton and Boone Counties of the Arkansas Ozarks and tells what life was like growing up in the rural Ozarks before the family farm acquired electricity as late as the 1950s. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-03-2742 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 9 - Pastor Sam Kaunley, Tales of Inspiration and the Code of the HillsIn this episode, Hayden and Curtis interview Pastor Sam Kaunley. Kaunley served several years as a State Trooper in Christian, Stone, and Taney Counties, as well as a pastor in the Ozarks. From patrolling the hills with legendary lawman, Sheriff Buff Lamb, to heartwarming stories of inspiration, Pastor Sam Kaunley tells some incredible tales. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-03-2350 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 8 - Planting and Garden Superstition in the OzarksIn this episode, Curtis Copeland and Hayden Head discuss superstitions, spells, and rituals of the Ozarks that were used for a multiple of purposed. From encouraging crops to protect chickens, superstitions in the Ozarkian Folklore run deep. Curtis and Hayden are joined by a special guest to discuss the curious nature of some of these superstitions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-03-1455 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 7 - A Traditional, Old Time, Ozarks Music ExperienceIn this episode, Curtis Copeland and Hayden Head are joined by the talented musicians, David Scrivner, Emily Garoutte, and Hawken Boldman, sharing old time Ozark Music on instruments such as twin fiddles, claw hammer banjo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-03-0653 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 6 - Hunting Lore by Silas Turnbo and Michael GallowayIn this episode, Curtis Copeland and Hayden Head discuss Hunting Lore written by Silas Turnbo and Michael Galloway, who co-author of Vance Randolph's Mildred, Quit Hollering. This episode features special guest, Michael Galloway. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-02-2839 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 5 - Arkansas Ozarks True Crime with Travis HoltIn this episode, Curtis Copeland and Hayden ahead are joined by Travis Holt, an Ozarkian historian who shares several tales of the Ozarks curated Travis through asking questions and chasing rabbit holes. Hunker down to listen to some true crime tales with some embellishments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-02-2240 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 4 - The Story Behind the Legend of Bill Dark and Jim BerryIn this episode, Curtis Copeland and Hayden Head discuss the Legend of Bill Dark and Jim Berry, including the song, The Ballad of Jim Berry, performed by Emalee Flatness-Combs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-02-1744 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 3 - The Ballad of the BaldknobbersIn this episode, Curtis and Hayden discuss the fascinating tale of the Baldknobbers, the song associated with them, and the crime the song caused. Featuring an interview with the talented folk singer, Emalee Flatness-Comb, as well as a rendition of the Ballad of the Baldknobbers by Emalee. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-02-0744 min
Exploring the OzarksETO Podcast S2 EP1: Season 2 Introduction
🎙️🌟 Get ready for Season 2 of the Exploring the Ozarks Podcast - it's finally here! 🎉 Join David and Matt in this exciting short episode as they set the stage for what's to come this season. 🌲✨
From fascinating guests to captivating stories about The Ozarks, we're eager to bring you more of what you love about our show. 🎧🚀 We've got a ton of exciting plans lined up, and we want YOU to be a part of it all! 💬🌄
Have suggestions for people, places, or unique Ozarkian tales? Don't hesitate to share them with us - your input helps shape the h...2024-01-3112 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 2 - The Granny WomanIn this episode, Curtis Copeland and Hayden Head discuss the fascinating characteristics and practices of the Ozark granny woman, a prominent character type of the Ozarks history and folklore. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-01-2946 min
Ozarkian Folk ChroniclesEpisode 1 - Give the Devil His DuesIn this episode, Curtis Copeland and Hayden Head discuss tales of the Devil in the Ozarks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-01-2243 minOzarkian Folk ChroniclesOzarkian Folk Chronicles (Trailer)On this Ozarks Podcast, we dive into the History and Tales of the Ozarks. From Music to Folklore, join us for a deep dive into the Profane, the Profound, and the Preposterous. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-01-2100 minExploring the OzarksWhat's Next? Planning for 2024!Wow! What a year we have had! We have put out 30 episodes since January and we are having a blast! Now comes our next area of focus! We will be focusing on building and planning for the year 2024!
That takes a lot of planning and scheduling, and that's what we are going to do. We are also going to take this time to build our following and engage with our audience. Over the next 4 months, every other week, we are going to share with you the top 12 episodes that had the most impact. Don't...2023-08-1619 min
Sowing Prosperity#21: Less is More: Regenerative Farming Economics with Weston WalkerSowing Prosperity dives into the intricate world of farming, exploring stories of tenacity, resilience, and the courage to reimagine agricultural practices. In a recent enlightening episode, Missouri farmer Weston Walker shared insights into the practicalities of farming and the growing influence of regenerative agriculture, particularly in cattle genetics.
Weston Walker: Breeding Excellence
Representing the 8th generation of Ozarkian livestock producers, Weston Walker stands tall as the force behind the Walker Cattle Company (WCC). WCC's program specializes in breeding cattle that adapt flawlessly to their environment. This includes resilience to temperature extremes, high humidity, and endophyte-infected fesc...2023-08-1235 min
The Ozark PodcastEp. 70 - Tim Ernst - Through the Lens of an Ozark Legend, Pt. 2(2 of 2)If you're from the Ozarks you know the name...Tim Ernst is a legend. He's been a staple in the region for more than 25 years as a conservationist, writer, and photographer and is most widely known for his multiple 'Arkansas Waterfalls Guidebook' which can be found on any decent Ozarkian's book shelf. Tim's influence is basically unmeasurable and he was nice enough to invite out to his gallery near Ponca, Arkansas to discuss his life story, how he got started in photography, and what motivates him to continuing pursuing it even to this day. We hope...2023-07-191h 11The Ozark PodcastEp. 69 - Tim Ernst - Through the Lens of an Ozark Legend, Pt. 1(1 of 2)If you're from the Ozarks you know the name...Tim Ernst is a legend. He's been a staple in the region for more than 25 years as a conservationist, writer, and photographer and is most widely known for his multiple 'Arkansas Waterfalls Guidebook' which can be found on any decent Ozarkian's book shelf. Tim's influence is basically unmeasurable and he was nice enough to invite out to his gallery near Ponca, Arkansas to discuss his life story, how he got started in photography, and what motivates him to continuing pursuing it even to this day. We hope...2023-07-121h 10
Ozark Highlands RadioOHR Presents: Cow Pokes!This week, a collection of consummate cow poke crooners recorded live at Ozark Folk Center State Park. Also, commentary from these bovine balladeers. Included on this show are Grammy nominated cowboy performer Don Edwards, inimitable cowboy poet & humorist Glenn Ohrlin, and Arkansas original cowgirl, singer, songwriter, actress and Country Music Hall of Fame superstar Patsy Montana.
One of America’s best loved and most enduring cowboy singers, Don Edwards is indeed an American treasure. His love and passion for traditional cowboy songs is second to none and has earned him a fan base worldwide. He knows the songs, the stories, an...2023-06-1858 minOzark Highlands RadioOHR Presents: Stringband!This week, a collection of stringbands and stringband music both traditional and modern recorded live at Ozark Folk Center State Park. Also, commentary by musicians from these solely stringed outfits.
A stringband is an old-time music ensemble made up solely of string instruments. Stringbands were extremely popular in 1920s and 30s America and were the forerunners of modern country and bluegrass bands. Early old-time stringbands were comprised mainly of a fiddle, a banjo and acoustic guitar. They may have also been joined by other instruments including spoons, washboard, jug, harmonica, mountain or hammered dulcimer, autoharp and bones. Eventually, other stringed...2023-06-0158 minOzark Highlands RadioOHR Presents: Banjo Billy MathewsThis week, Ozark original old-time fiddler, banjo maker and legendary fiddle tune collector Banjo Billy Mathews recorded live at Ozark Folk Center State Park in Mountain View, Arkansas. Dave Smith is joined in hosting this week by expert musicologist and Banjo Billy’s most prolific protege, Emily Lawless.
Billy Mathews is known far and wide across this land for his musical skill and old time fiddling ability. He has traveled extensively throughout the Midwest for over 40 years. Thoughtful musical kinships, maintained throughout these many years, have earned him a considerable amount of notoriety and recognition in Old Time music circles. True...2023-05-2158 min
Take This Pod and Shove It44: "Favor" by Ha Ha Tonka, w/ Deanna OrtizThis week we explore the country sounds of Ozarkian Southern rock band Ha Ha Tonka with comedian and Ha Ha Tonka expert Deanna Ortiz (@deannaortiz_, Crushes Podcast). We discuss Southern rock and folk rock as a gateway drug to country music, Ha Ha Tonka's evolution, and how seeing a great band live will make you a fan for life.Get bonus episodes and other perks by supporting us on Patreon HERE! You can even help unlock more bonus episodes on the main feed by joining!New to Ha Ha Tonka? Here are some recs from...2023-01-231h 14