The Appalachian Podcast
William Riddle
A Podcast dedicated to culture and interest within the Appalachian Region. We focus on racing, music, food, liquor, coal country, and more. From the biggest names in racing, to Grammy winning artists, TV personalities, and phenomenal Appalachian stories...we've got it all.
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Dec 18, 2025 • 1h 40min
End of the Year Special with Smokey the Appalachistani pt 1
We welcomed back our good friend Smokey the Appalachistani for our year end podcast, where we talked about recent happenings in the region, the American Revivalist Party, a trucking rant, an incident with cops in NY, our favorite moments from the year, what's next for rural America, and much more.Support the show
Dec 11, 2025 • 1h 39min
Let the Purple Smoke Commence with Stuart Angel
Here is the continuation of last weeks show, with Stuart Angel, as we had a big discussion about illegal immigration, how it affects Appalachia (and the rest of the country), we touched on the Charlie Kirk "Conspiracy" that some influencers are going hard at, along with some funny moments, and just an entertaining discussion overall. Support the show
Dec 4, 2025 • 1h 41min
A Difficult Week for the Appalachian People with Stuart Angel
We're back after our Thanksgiving hiatus, and we had one hell of a good time catching up on the show. We discussed our holiday weekend, a visit to the Litz Mansion in Tazewell, Virginia, and a solid meal from Wayfarer Appalachia. We also talked about the Travis Turner case, the West Virginia National Guard Soldiers being ambushed, how immigration is destroying the country, and much more.Support the show
Nov 20, 2025 • 2h 10min
They Don't Know Us Like We Know Us with Mayor Holland Perdue
We welcomed back Mayor Holland Perdue to discuss the recent elections in Virginia, updates on Rocky Mount, and everything else we spiraled into. This was a good one, and a fun discussion, so I know y'all will like this one.Support the show
Nov 13, 2025 • 58min
Podcast in a Pickup: Veterans Day Special with Combat Veterans Emmette Bird and Wes Brickey
On Veterans day a couple crusty vets I served with in Iraq and myself went to Bristol for a reunion with the Appalachians we served with 20+ years ago. On the way back we decided to recap the evening and tell some funny war stories!Support the show
Nov 6, 2025 • 1h 25min
Being Libertarian Series: Divided We Fall pt 2
On this show we discussed the volatility in Virginia political races, the potential commie victory in NYC, farmers struggles, and much more!Support the show
Oct 30, 2025 • 1h 25min
Being Libertarian Series: Divided We Fall pt 1
On this show we discussed the volatility in Virginia political races, the potential commie victory in NYC, farmers struggles, and much more!Support the show
Oct 29, 2025 • 2min
Quick Announcement & Make Sure to Tune In Tomorrow!
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Oct 22, 2025 • 25min
UPDATE From The Appalachian Mountains
Just wanted to drop y'all a quick update, hopefully doing a Spaces tonight but we'll see! So please follow us on X at @getontap and check in, join in, and lets talk!Support the show
Oct 15, 2025 • 1h 60min
Sic Semper Tyrannis
This week we discussed the current race in Virginia, and how odd the Gubernatorial debate was, the lack of coverage regarding Jay Jones, Trumps deal in the Middle East, First Amendment issues in the White House Press Room, and much more!Support the show
