The Appalachian Podcast

This was a special show, **with bonus content at the end**.. In this episode with sit down with a familiar guest, Chris Williams, and his father Orbreyn, on the main drag leading to Martinsville Speedway, for some great stories from the patriarch of the Williams family. Living outside of the speedway has produced a ton of memories for the family, but that's only the half of it. Obrey was also a pioneer in the world of sponsored tournament fishing in Virginia, a Dale Earnhardt souvenir manager, an amazing father, and GM of Martinsville Speedway. This show is full of great stories of hunting, fishing, tornados, memories, and so much more. Please check it out, give us a follow, and leave a review.https://www.patreon.com/getontaphttps://www.appalachianpodcast.orghttps://www.facebook.com/AppalachianPodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/theappalachianpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/SMARTMODIFIEDTOUR/https://southernmodified.com/https://www.instagram.com/smartmods_/https://twitter.com/SMARTMods_https://www.facebook.com/harwellgrice73Support the show

This show we're joined by Brian Maxwell, as he prepares for his next bout for BKFC (Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship) in Great Falls, MT this weekend. Brian is a product of the FCHS Wrestling program, so we talked about growing up in rural Virginia, his path to the MMA, fighting childhood hero Chad "Ocho-Cinco" Johnson, and plans for the future. Plus, we quickly learned we had a lot of the same influences growing up, in culture and in school, so the conversation went to differently awesome levels. Please give us a follow and a review, and as always we appreciate your support.http://www.patreon.com/getontaphttps://www.appalachianpodcast.orghttps://www.facebook.com/AppalachianPodcasthttps://twitter.com/GetOnTaphttps://www.instagram.com/theappalachianpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/brian_maxwell_12/https://www.facebook.com/BrianMaxwellMMAhttps://twitter.com/BrianMaxwellOf1https://www.facebook.com/harwellgricehttps://watch.bareknuckle.tv/videosSupport the show

In this episode we take a different turn as we're joined by Tara Riddle (wide of Host Billy Riddle) and Karen Winstead, as we discuss the options when bringing a precious life into this world. Karen is a midwife at the New Life Birth Center, and we (Riddles) were recent recipients of their services for the birth of our son. Many families out there aren't aware of their options, or know there is an alternative to corporate medicine, so give this show a listen for some valuable information and good stories, for you or anyone welcoming a pregnancy. When it comes to your baby, you want to be as well informed and educated as possible. Please like, share, and leave a review. http://www.patreon.com/getontaphttps://www.appalachianpodcast.orghttps://www.facebook.com/AppalachianPodcasthttps://twitter.com/GetOnTaphttps://www.newlifebirthcenter.orghttps://www.facebook.com/New-Life-Birth-Center-64351619612https://www.facebook.com/harwellgriceSupport the show

On this show we sat down with former guests, and friends of the show, John Clements and Thomas Meeks to look back at some of the best stories we've been fortunate to hear on this show. We played back a handful of clips, with reactions, to highlight some of the best moments on the show. You'll find clips from Jared Stout, Tyler Godsey, Jimmy Hensley, and more in this episode that's sure to make you laugh. Please like, share, and leave us a review. http://www.patreon.com/getontaphttps://www.appalachianpodcast.orghttps://www.facebook.com/AppalachianPodcasthttps://twitter.com/GetOnTaphttps://www.facebook.com/SMARTMODIFIEDTOUR/https://southernmodified.com/https://www.facebook.com/harwellgricehttps://www.facebook.com/TheJaredStoutBandhttps://www.facebook.com/5pointsmusicSupport the show

This show was up there with the best of em. We sat down with the legendary "Ferrum Flash" Paul Radford, who at 90 years old is still as sharp as a tack. Tune in to hear stories of bootlegging, tangling with Earnhardt, running from the law, historic racing stories, and so much more. Don't want to give any away, just go listen. We promise the stories rival anything you'll hear on the Dale Jr Download.https://www.patreon.com/getontaphttps://www.appalachianpodcast.orghttps://www.facebook.com/AppalachianPodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/theappalachianpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/SMARTMODIFIEDTOUR/https://southernmodified.com/https://www.instagram.com/smartmods_/https://twitter.com/SMARTMods_https://www.facebook.com/harwellgrice73Support the show

This was a special show, as we completed our first "Swapcast" with former NASCAR Driver and Fox Sports Analyst Hermie Sadler, Senator Bill Stanley, and Shep Moss in Hermie's RV, turn 3, of famed North Wilkesboro Speedway for the return of racing to the North Carolina short track. We discussed the SMART Modified Tour impact on local tracks, SS Racing which is owned by Hermie and Senator Stanley, their historic win with Ryan Newman, their fight against the State of Virginia overreach on small business, and much more. Give us a follow, with a review, and please share. If you'd like to support us please sign up at our Patreon under @getontap.https://www.patreon.com/getontaphttps://www.facebook.com/AppalachianPodcasthttps://twitter.com/HermieSadlerhttps://twitter.com/BillStanleyhttps://www.facebook.com/SMARTMODIFIEDTOUR/https://southernmodified.com/https://www.facebook.com/vastanleylawgrouphttps://www.facebook.com/stanleyforsenatehttps://www.facebook.com/SSRacing1622https://twitter.com/SSRacing1622https://www.facebook.com/harwellgriceSupport the show

On this episode we speak with Steve Mowry, Bellator, as he prepares for his August 12th bout with Valentin Moldavsky on Showtime. We talked about his foray into the Mix Martial Arts world, some of his influences, and some opinions on the big names of the fighting world. We also got into a based conversation about the state of our society, and how the government is essentially a useless entity. Check it out, and check out Steve (links below), and join us in watching the fight August 12th. Also, please give us a follow on all social media sites, share, and leave a review. https://www.appalachianpodcast.orghttps://www.facebook.com/AppalachianPodcasthttps://twitter.com/GetOnTaphttps://www.patreon.com/GetOnTaphttps://www.bellator.comhttps://twitter.com/TallSteveMMAhttps://www.instagram.com/tallstevefightspeople/Support the show

This is our first official "Swapcast" as The Appalachian Podcast introduces the "Deez Lug Nutz" Podcast, a new venture we're pursuing as true fans of short track racing. We recognize the passion our audience has for racing, and we want to connect the big names of short track racing with the fans who keep the sport going. Hosts Billy Riddle and Jeff Taylor will be joined by Dean Motley and Julian Austin to discuss racing from Friday to Sunday, dirt to Asphalt, SMART MODS, CARS Tour, Franklin County Speedway, Bowman Gray, the best of Late Models, and much more. This show we work the transition and talk a lot about the recent big races that have captivated audience, so give it a listen and give us a review, https://www.facebook.com/DeezLugNutzPodhttps://twitter.com/deezlugnutzhttps://www.appalachianpodcast.orghttps://www.facebook.com/AppalachianPodcasthttps://twitter.com/GetOnTaphttps://www.patreon.com/GetOnTaphttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCruNofA3cop30NEG1LKjpzghttps://www.facebook.com/SMARTMODIFIEDTOUR/https://southernmodified.comhttps://twitter.com/SMARTMods_https://www.facebook.com/MoonshineCapitalPromotionshttps://www.facebook.com/harwellgricehttps://www.facebook.com/ShortTrackReporthttps://twitter.com/ShortTrackRephttps://carsracingtour.comhttps://www.facebook.com/CARSTourSupport the show

In this episode we speak with Libertarian Party, and Libertarian Party Mises Caucus, members Andrew Kimble, Paul Bracco, plus Matt Lucas about how individualism is sweeping across the country, and how we can apply that to Appalachia Culture. Each guest on this episode brings a different perspective of liberty, from their personal communities, with ideas on how to bring simple concepts of freedom to our towns and counties. This show will walk you through the historic run the LMPC made to reform the Libertarian Party, the folks behind the scenes, big actors such as Dave Smith, Tom Woods, Scott Horton, etc... and everyone in between that is fighting for true liberty, Give it a listen,  give us a follow, and give us a review. Also check out our Patreon, and the LP website to find ways to support. https://www.patreon.com/GetOnTaphttps://www.appalachianpodcast.orghttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCruNofA3cop30NEG1LKjpzghttps://www.facebook.com/AppalachianPodcasthttps://twitter.com/GetOnTaphttps://www.instagram.com/theappalachianpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/harwellgricehttps://www.lp.orghttps://lpvirginia.orghttps://lpmisescaucus.comhttps://mises.orghttps://www.facebook.com/lpmisescaucusSupport the show

In this show we welcome back Emmette Bird and Casey Brannon to discuss the last cowboys of U.S. Army, the Appalachian boys of the 1032nd TC, for the week of July 4th in 2003, based in Balad Iraq. There were some phenomenal stories that painted a realistic picture of serving in Iraq during the year of the invasion, and how that week turned the tone of our war. We also went into details of the invasion, mortar attacks, defying authority, a little take on current affairs, and so much more. Please like and share, as well as giving us a review on whatever platform you use. https://www.patreon.com/GetOnTaphttps://www.appalachianpodcast.orghttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCruNofA3cop30NEG1LKjpzghttps://www.facebook.com/AppalachianPodcasthttps://twitter.com/GetOnTaphttps://www.instagram.com/theappalachianpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/harwellgriceSupport the show