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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Jun 29, 2021 • 1h 40min
You Might be from Franklin County, VA if you Remember...James Nagy
In this episode we speak with Author, and local historian, James Nagy about growing up during a thriving time period for Rocky Mount, his motivations for preserving history, the current state of the town, what the future holds, and much more.Find us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AppalachianPodcastTwitter @GetOnTapInstagram at The Appalachian PodcastJames Nagy page:https://www.facebook.com/groups/238321709536141/?ref=shareSupport the show
Jun 27, 2021 • 1h 57min
Meeks Speaks with Thomas Meeks
In this episode we finally get on Appalachian Podcast team member Thomas Meeks, who discusses baseball, living in Hollywood, his The Prices Is Right appearance, and much more. This episode was....different! You just have to listen. Explicit Content...just a little!Support the show
Jun 22, 2021 • 1h 45min
Appalachian Crossover with Erica Elkins of Appalachian Mountain Supply
In this episode we talk with Erica Elkins, owner of Appalachian Mountain Supply, a locally owned and operated CBD store. If you have any questions about CBD, the differences between CBD and traditional THC products, or anything dealing with the changing culture of how CBD is perceived, give this episode a listen as you won't be disappointed. https://m.facebook.com/appalachianmtnsupplycoLLC/Support the show
Jun 15, 2021 • 2h 16min
Playing in the Band with Award Winning Director Carlton Wilkes
In this episode we speak with Professional Musician Carlton Wilkes. We discuss his upbringing in music, building an award winning band program as a conductor, and playing with Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Percy Sledge.Support the show
Jun 8, 2021 • 1h 39min
In the Pit with Buddy Hancock of Buddy's BBQ
In this episode we bring on Allen "Buddy" Hancock, owner of Buddys BBQ, to talk about his venture into the restaurant business, surviving the pandemic, grilling with celebrities, plans for his new location, music, and much more.Support the show
Jun 2, 2021 • 1h 26min
Misdirected Hostility with Billy Riddle and Jeff Taylor
In this episode Billy and Jeff discuss the idea of a festival, surviving Covid in a small town, a Combat Veterans thoughts on Memorial Day, the Libertarian Party Mises Caucus , and much more.Support the show
May 26, 2021 • 1h 59min
The Josh Grice Experience with Harwell Grice Band Frontman Josh Grice
In this episode we talk with The Harwell-Grice Band front man, vice-principal, Teacher of the Year, and philanthropist Josh Grice. We discuss his roots in music, being in a touring band, his college days, our love for Appalachia, and much more!Support the show
May 11, 2021 • 1h 23min
To The Moon with John Clements
In this episode we discuss local food sources, restaurants, Elon Musk with dogecoin & Tesla, Mothers Day, The Christiansburg Sign War, #swimcoin, and local events over the past year that made national attention.Support the show
May 3, 2021 • 1h 48min
Blue Ridge to Baghdad with Combat Veteran Emmette Bird
We welcome Desert Storm and Iraq War 2 Combat Veteran Emmette Bird to the podcast to discuss his ties to Appalachia, the military, and go in depth about our (Billy) experience during the Iraq invasion of 2003.Support the show
Apr 29, 2021 • 1h 35min
Bring it Together with John Clements
We kick off the Appalachian Podcast by talking with John Clements about the current state of affairs, and give a glimpse into our past.Support the show
