We talk with Crystal Wilkinson - award-winning author, Affrilachian poet, and Poet Laureate of Kentucky - about her new book "Perfect Black."You can get Perfect Black wherever books are sold but would love it if you bought it from our friends at Wordplay WV (https://bookshop.org/books/perfect-black/9780813151168).00:36 - Intro: Bub/Bubba/Bubby meanings07:25 - Announcements18:53 - Interview with Crystal Wilkinson54:40 - Beef with the Elizabeth Holmes of BeefTransition Music: "Leave it to Me" by Corduroy Brown https://corduroy-brown.com/ Want bonus content, live shows, and more? http://www.patreon.com/appodlachiaKentucky-based family-owned CBD for you, your pets, or anyone: http://www.cornbreadhemp.com (use promo code "APPODLACHIA" to get 25% off your order at checkout)Send us a textSupport the show

To recognize and celebrate the Blair 100 Centennial, we are joined by retired coal miner and active UMWA member Terry Steele of Matewan, WV to talk about the modern-day labor movement in Appalachia.Check out https://www.blair100.com for all the events associated with the centennial of the Battle of Blair Mountain00:19 - Intro: Conversion therapy ban in Morgantown04:07 - Announcements06:57 - Brief overview of the Battle of Blair Mountain12:20 - Interview with Terry Steele38:00 - Beef with the Nate Dogg of BeefTransition Music: "Leave it to Me" by Corduroy Brown https://corduroy-brown.com/ Want bonus content, live shows, and more? http://www.patreon.com/appodlachiaKentucky-based family-owned CBD for you, your pets, or anyone: http://www.cornbreadhemp.com (use promo code "APPODLACHIA" to get 25% off your order at checkout)Send us a textSupport the show

We believe Appalachia should welcome Afghan refugees with open arms - not only because its the right thing to do, but because it could help our region thrive. How to help flood victims in W. North Carolina: https://appalachianky.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create?funit_id=1396How to help flood victims in Middle Tennessee: https://www.tennessean.com/story/news/2021/08/22/how-help-middle-tennessee-residents-flooding/8234362002/ Want bonus content, live shows, and more? http://www.patreon.com/appodlachiaKentucky-based family-owned CBD for you, your pets, or anyone: http://www.cornbreadhemp.com (use promo code "APPODLACHIA" to get 25% off your order at checkout)00:20 - Accelerated Reader didn't have Ayn Rand02:20 - Announcements09:27 - Helping flood victims11:09 - Biden admin failing to stand up for refugees28:10 - Bringing refugees to Appalachia47:20 - Beef with the Reinhold Messner of BeefSend us a textSupport the show

We hit on a number of topics Appalachia and beyond this week! Afghanistan, Big John's trip across Appalachia, scandals in the TN House, and our hats go off to Jason Isbell.Want bonus content, live shows, and more? http://www.patreon.com/appodlachiaKentucky-based family-owned CBD for you, your pets, or anyone: http://www.cornbreadhemp.com (use promo code "APPODLACHIA" to get 25% off your order at checkout)01:13 - Intro: GTA+Kenny Powers06:57 - Announcements13:02 - Afghanistan 34:20 - TN Rep David Byrd flies into the jet engine46:40 - Jason Isbell is smart55:35 - Beef with Orenthal James SimpsonSend us a textSupport the show

We talk childless cat ladies being great and how progressives can play to win.  Want bonus content, live shows, and more? http://www.patreon.com/appodlachiaKentucky-based family-owned CBD for you, your pets, or anyone: http://www.cornbreadhemp.com (use promo code "APPODLACHIA" to get 25% off your order at checkout)01:20 - Intro: Suing McDonald’s for moral damage10:02 - Announcements12:48 - Childless cat ladies22:40 - Ohio 11 Dark Money41:57 - Beef with Queen Elizabeth IISend us a textSupport the show

The nationwide eviction moratorium was allowed to lapse on July 31st, and Congress is to blame. Chuck and Big John break down the politics of it, and why Appalachia will be the most harmed by it.  Want bonus content, live shows, and more? http://www.patreon.com/appodlachiaKentucky-based family-owned CBD for you, your pets, or anyone: http://www.cornbreadhemp.com (use promo code "APPODLACHIA" to get 25% off your order at checkout)01:58 - Rep. MadDog 20/20 vs. David McKinley 15:51 - Cool announcements 22:41 - Eviction moratorium politics and Appalachia54:39 - Beef with Big DogSend us a textSupport the show

The last "Husky fit" episode because we need some flexibility in content planning, but it's incredible DRUNK APPALACHIAN HISTORY JULY 30th! Join at http://www.patreon.com/appodlachia01:05 - Bar Exam, Space Jam, and Deoderant06:34 - Announcements09:50 - The billionaire space race21:28 - Frito-Lay Workers Strike31:28 - The Hamptons are the new Heartland38:05 - Beef with Big JohnSend us a textSupport the show

Another "Husky fit" episode because we need some flexibility in content planning, but it'll be a good one friends don't worry DRUNK APPALACHIAN HISTORY JULY 30th! Join at http://www.patreon.com/appodlachia01:05 - Intro: eBay wheelin' and dealin'04:50 - Announcements07:48 - TNGOPSend us a textSupport the show

Today is a "Husky fit" episode because we need some flexibility in content planning [BUT fear not, it is so worth it] so we're hitting on some of the biggest political news stories of the week that are wild, hilarious, dumb, awful, but also ones you need to know - sadly.  DRUNK APPALACHIAN HISTORY JULY 30th! Join at http://www.patreon.com/appodlachia01:46 - Announcements/updates07:49 - Baby Dog Lotto Scandal15:54 - Never give a politician Tiktok23:44 - Rep. Mad Dog 20/2032:45 - Tennessee on Bill Lee42:44 - John Dammit Vance vs. Google50:45 - Beef with Big JohnSend us a textSupport the show

The Liberal Redneck himself Trae Crowder joins us to discuss southern stereotypes, rural politics, his upcoming comedy tour, and more!Check out WellRedComedy.com for Trae, Corey, and Drew's touring dates and info!Join our Patreon for Drunk Appalachian History (as well as over 30 bonus exclusives, a bonus series on cryptids, and more!)Timestamps:01:50 - Intro: Ron DeSantis is the Casey Anthony of governors17:33 - VERY IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS!24:09 - Interview with Trae Crowder01:05:45 - Beef with Big JohnSend us a textSupport the show