The Appalachian Podcast

In this show we mark the 20th Anniversary of the 1032nd combat deployment, who took off on April 4th, 2003 to enter the War in Iraq. Soldiers from Moonshine hollers, to coal country, and everywhere in-between came together, in a wild time, with no real understanding of why they were even there. In this show we get perspectives from all around as we welcomed back Emmette Bird, Casey Brannon, and Poo, with Wes Brickey for the first time in a year, and for the first time James Adams. This is a great show that'll give you a new respect from the average man who was asked to to above average tasks!!https://www.patreon.com/GetOnTaphttps://www.appalachianpodcast.orghttps://www.facebook.com/AppalachianPodcasthttps://twitter.com/GetOnTaphttps://www.facebook.com/harwellgriceSupport the show

On this episode we dive into the Afghanistan experience from the view of NAVY Corpsmen, and Franklin County Native, James Beheler. We talk about the implications of the war, the after affects, and everything in-between. We discussed his venture into fly fishing and how it helped him cope with the stresses of war, and how he hopes to share that with other veterans. We also talk about how important it is for veterans to reach out, and find that niche. https://www.patreon.com/GetOnTaphttps://www.appalachianpodcast.orghttps://www.facebook.com/AppalachianPodcasthttps://twitter.com/GetOnTaphttps://www.facebook.com/harwellgriceSupport the show

In this episode we discuss the recent vote to purchase land, at a tune of Five Million Dollars, by the Town Council and EDA. In part one, with Nick, we give our immediate reaction and ponder the serious questions that should be raised. In the second half of the show we were joined by Christ Montgomery, and revised our rant with new information we had received from a meeting with town officials.  We hope you enjoy, engage, and ask the questions that should be asked because you, as taxpayers, will be on the hook!https://www.patreon.com/GetOnTaphttps://www.appalachianpodcast.orghttps://www.facebook.com/AppalachianPodcasthttps://twitter.com/GetOnTaphttps://www.facebook.com/harwellgriceSupport the show

In this show we were joined by rising musician Colby Helms to talk everything music. From his foray into the art, to his influences, new album, along with a few tunes played at the end. We also talked about Simons brief stint into the music world, as well as some of our favorite bands, Beatles conspiracies, the industry, and more. This show was a lot of fun to record, and you'll appreciate the great content once you listen.https://www.patreon.com/GetOnTaphttps://www.appalachianpodcast.orghttps://www.facebook.com/AppalachianPodcasthttps://twitter.com/GetOnTaphttps://www.facebook.com/harwellgricehttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077773536743Support the show

In our second rendition of The State of Appalachia we return to the Blackwater Building and Custom Woodworking Studio to welcome back Smokey the Appalachistai, and we had one hell of a rant fest. We were also joined by Amos Denton and Christ Montgomery where we dove into the oil spill in Ohio, Ukraine,  homesteading, federal government failures, local politicians sucking it up, memories, good stories, how to move forward, and much more. https://www.patreon.com/GetOnTaphttps://www.appalachianpodcast.orghttps://www.facebook.com/AppalachianPodcasthttps://twitter.com/GetOnTaphttps://www.facebook.com/harwellgricehttps://www.facebook.com/BlackwaterbuildingSupport the show

In our second rendition of The State of Appalachia we return to the Blackwater Building and Custom Woodworking Studio to welcome back Smokey the Appalachistai, and we had one hell of a rant fest. We were also joined by Amos Denton and Christ Montgomery where we dove into the oil spill in Ohio, Ukraine,  homesteading, federal government failures, local politicians sucking it up, memories, good stories, how to move forward, and much more. https://www.patreon.com/GetOnTaphttps://www.appalachianpodcast.orghttps://www.facebook.com/AppalachianPodcasthttps://twitter.com/GetOnTaphttps://www.facebook.com/harwellgricehttps://www.facebook.com/BlackwaterbuildingSupport the show

Every few weeks we try to release a "Subscriber Only Show" over at Patreon.com/getontapThis is a free preview into one of those shows, we hope you enjoy. It's only $3/Month minimum, and you'll be doing us a great favor as we work to build around our wonderful Appalachian Communities!We're back with another subscriber show, and we dove heavy into some shit stirring topics. First we discussed the recent incident  involving a local man allegedly killing his dogs after a whirlwind of news stories, false allegations, candlelight vigils, and community support to help find the two labradors. We also talked about a Franklin County man being charged with a felony for eluding police while trying to get his daughter to the ER, jury nullification, and how ridiculous our justice system has become. We finished off by discussing proposed solar farms, what we're not being told, and upcoming meetings being held (with little to no promotion) that we can attend to ask these questions. Enjoy this one!http://www.patreon.com/getontaphttps://www.appalachianpodcast.orghttps://www.facebook.com/AppalachianPodcasthttps://twitter.com/GetOnTaphttps://www.instagram.com/theappalachianpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/harwellgriceSupport the show

For this episode we welcomed Dylan Taylor, Funeral Director at Flora Funeral Home, and we had a blast diving into this one. Flora Funeral Service has been in operation for decades in the heart of Rocky Mount, walking a lot of families through tough times, so, we wanted to ask some questions most might not think about. We talked about his venture into the business, obviously, as well as a dive into sports, the history of his employer, the services offered, along with our usual shenanigans. Check it out, it was a lot of fun recordinghttp://www.patreon.com/getontaphttps://www.appalachianpodcast.orghttps://www.facebook.com/AppalachianPodcasthttps://twitter.com/GetOnTaphttps://www.instagram.com/theappalachianpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/harwellgriceSupport the show

In this show we sit down with the great minds behind Rocky Mounts first Brewery, Jim Garner and Rob Amos. Living Proof Beer Company opened its doors in 2022 and has provided a fun atmosphere, with a great view, in the heart of Rocky Mount. We discussed, well, beer, beer stories, the beginning of the Brewery, why they chose the location they did, along with a good story of Simon going down swinging on 30+ beers. Check these guys out, go grab a brew, and let em know you heard about it here.http://www.patreon.com/getontaphttps://www.appalachianpodcast.orghttps://www.facebook.com/AppalachianPodcasthttps://twitter.com/GetOnTaphttps://www.instagram.com/theappalachianpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/livingproofbeercohttps://www.facebook.com/harwellgriceSupport the show

In this show we were joined by Dodgers Pitcher Nicholas Robertson, along with Carter Chitwood and Jared Layman, to talk some baseball. Nicholas was a Franklin County and James Madison (JMU) standout, was drafted in the 7th round by the Dodgers in 2019, and has made an incredible journey towards making the Big Leagues. We talk about growing up with Jared on the diamond, his time at JMU, rising the ranks, our favorite baseball movies, and much more. Check this one out and keep tabs on him this season as he makes his trek to the Show!http://www.patreon.com/getontaphttps://www.appalachianpodcast.orghttps://www.facebook.com/AppalachianPodcasthttps://twitter.com/GetOnTaphttps://www.instagram.com/theappalachianpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/harwellgricehttps://www.milb.com/about/first-pitchhttps://www.mlb.com/dodgershttps://www.facebook.com/DodgersSupport the show