

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 18, 2025 • 1h 24min
A Nation in Distress pt 2
We jumped back into things this week with a discussion on the recent presidential feud that took headlines last week, the ICE Riots in LA, the response, local media attacks, possible outcomes, and so much moreSupport the show

Jun 11, 2025 • 1h 21min
A Nation in Distress pt 1
We jumped back into things this week with a discussion on the recent presidential feud that took headlines last week, the ICE Riots in LA, the response, local media attacks, possible outcomes, and so much moreSupport the show

Jun 4, 2025 • 1h 35min
Memorial Day Special: Grading the Administration
This is our Memorial Day show where we sat down without a guest, but had a great conversation to get caught up on life in Appalachia. We discussed what the meaning of Memorial Day is, and how it affects us especially Billy who has a tour In Iraq under his belt, We also talked about recent vacation in the islands, immigration, the tariffs, critical thinking, and much much more. In part two we also touch on the first few months of the new administration, and give out our grades. Support the show

May 28, 2025 • 1h 45min
Memorial Day Special
This is our Memorial Day show where we sat down without a guest, but had a great conversation to get caught up on life in Appalachia. We discussed what the meaning of Memorial Day is, and how it affects us especially Billy who has a tour In Iraq under his belt, We also talked about recent vacation in the islands, immigration, the tariffs, critical thinking, and much much more.Support the show

May 14, 2025 • 1h 35min
Surviving Appalachia with Ed Saunders pt 2
Appalachians once prided themselves on the ability to support an entire family, and neighbors, off of small family farms, so that's what we're focusing on for this show. We welcomed Ed Saunders, who is leading the charge for the Southwest Virginia Alternative Living Expo coming to Ferrum at the end of this month, for a discussion on the upcoming event, his journey to Appalachia, how local government operates to our determent, and so much more. The event is May 31st in Ferrum, VA at 18884 Franklin Street, and you'll be learning to live on your on way. So check them out at www.swval.com and enjoy the show.Support the show

May 13, 2025 • 1h 41min
Surviving Appalachia with Ed Saunders pt 1
Appalachians once prided themselves on the ability to support an entire family, and neighbors, off of small family farms, so that's what we're focusing on for this show. We welcomed Ed Saunders, who is leading the charge for the Southwest Virginia Alternative Living Expo coming to Ferrum at the end of this month, for a discussion on the upcoming event, his journey to Appalachia, how local government operates to our determent, and so much more. The event is May 31st in Ferrum, VA at 18884 Franklin Street, and you'll be learning to live on your on way. So check them out at www.swval.comand enjoy the show.Support the show

Apr 30, 2025 • 2h 5min
Haw Patch to American Idol with Kam' Ron Smith
This show was one of the best we've recorded in a long time, maybe ever, and we think you'll enjoy it as well, We had recent American Idol contestant, and Franklin County native, Kam'ron Smith up at the cabin where we had a long talk about growing up here in Franklin County, and the wild stuff you might get into as a young man. We also discussed his entry into American Idol, how he spent his time while on set, and how he plans on tackling life moving forward.Support the show

Apr 23, 2025 • 1h 15min
A Conversation with Smokey the Appalachistani pt 2
We're back with our friend Smokey the Appalachistani. We discussed what's been going on in the region, how local politics affect us, current events in DC, the work in Western North Carolina, and much more.Support the show

Apr 16, 2025 • 1h 21min
A Conversation with Smokey the Appalachistani pt 1
We're back with our friend Smokey the Appalachistani. We discussed what's been going on in the region, how local politics affect us, current events in DC, the work in Western North Carolina, and much more.Support the show

Apr 9, 2025 • 1h 14min
Is Authoritarianism Coming?
On this episode we finished some of our conversation from our pervious show, as welcome Stuart Angel back. We talked about the first 100 Days of presidency, the cultural impact, what we'd like the see in the future, and more.Support the show


