Stories of Appalachia

Steve Gilly, Rod Mullins
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Stories of Appalachia

Welcome to "Stories of Appalachia," the podcast where hosts Steve Gilly and Rod Mullins have been unraveling the captivating history and folklore of the Appalachian region since 2015. Join them as they guide you through mist-covered mountains and winding rivers, exploring the stories that define the heart and soul of Appalachia.

  1. 4日前

    The 1902 Quarter House Battle

    Nestled in Mingo Hollow, six miles west of Middlesboro, Kentucky, the Quarter House was no ordinary saloon. Its unique position on the Tennessee state line allowed patrons to evade the law by simply stepping across a painted line on the floor. Built like a fortress with heavy railroad timbers and a log stockade, it became a notorious hotspot for gambling, fights, and moonshine-fueled chaos. Over a decade, the saloon was linked to the deaths of at least 50 people.   In 1902, a property dispute escalated into a full-blown conflict, culminating in a battle that left several men dead and the saloon in flames.   Join us as we tell the story of the Quarter House saloon, another one of the Stories of Appalachia   Be sure to subscribe to the Stories podcast on your favorite podcast app so you don’t miss any of our stories.   You can also support our storytelling journey and access exclusive content by becoming a patron of our audio podcast here: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/stories-of-appalachia--5553692/support  Thanks for listening!

    18分

  2. 12月7日

    The Night of Endless Rain: The Flash Flood of 1924

    On the night of June 13, 1924, what appeared to be a summer thunderstorm in Carter County, Tennessee, transformed into one of the most devastating flash floods in the state's history. Join us as we tell the harrowing story of this natural disaster. Be sure to subscribe to the Stories podcast. You’ll find us wherever you get your favorite podcasts or on our YouTube channel.   You can also support our storytelling journey and access exclusive content by becoming a patron here: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/stories-of-appalachia--5553692/support   Thanks for listening, and we'll see you next time!

    12分

  3. 11月30日

    The Deadliest Show on Earth: The Appalachian Wild West Show Shootout of 1905

    In the summer of 1905, the Wild West came alive in the heart of Appalachia, complete with a saloon, a shootout, and a dramatic train attack. Join us as we tell the wild tale of Texas Bill's Wild West Show, which turned a simple sightseeing trip by their performers into a deadly encounter on the train out of Richwood, West Virginia.  This was the kind of Wild West show the passengers on that train didn’t expect, nor want. Don't miss this episode of the Stories podcast.  Subscribe on your favorite podcast app or visit our YouTube channel for more Stories of Appalachia.  You can also support our storytelling journey and access exclusive content by becoming a patron here: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/stories-of-appalachia--5553692/support Thanks for listening!

    12分

  4. 11月23日

    The Himlerville Experiment: Appalachia's Only Miner-Owned Coal Town

    There was once a coal company in Appalachia that was owned not by wealthy investors but by its employees, in a cooperative enterprise.  And the houses in the company’s coal camp were owned by the miners as well, most of whom were Hungarian immigrants on the Kentucky side of Tug Fork.   Join Steve and Rod as they tell the fascinating history of Himlerville, a unique coal mining town in Appalachia founded by a visionary Hungarian immigrant coal miner named Martin Himler. Discover how Himlerville's miners were not only workers but also shareholders, creating a revolutionary model for coal mining communities in the early 1920s.   And after the end of the cooperative caused by an economic downturn, Himler himself went on to lead a most interesting life as an American espionage agent during World War II, leading to his being awarded one of the country’s most prestigious honors.   Don't miss this episode of the Stories podcast!   Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Spreaker, iHeartRadio, or on your favorite podcast app to hear more tales from the heart of Appalachia.   You can also support our storytelling journey and access exclusive content by becoming a patron here: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/stories-of-appalachia--5553692/support   Thanks for listening, and we'll see you next time!

    12分

  5. 11月16日

    Appalachia's Ginseng King

    Ginseng is a plant with a rich history and high demand in Asia, which brought buyers to Appalachia, home to an American version of this much desired root.    This week, Rod and Steve tell the story of a man who made his fortune gathering, processing and selling ginseng in the mountains of North Carolina 150 years ago.  Don't miss this episode of Stories of Appalachia. Be sure to subscribe to our podcast on your favorite podcast app or on our YouTube channel to catch all our stories.   Thanks for listening!

    17分

  6. 11月9日

    The Legend of John Henry, The Steel Drivin' Man

    In this episode, we tell the fascinating tale of John Henry, the legendary steel-driving man of Appalachia. Join Steve and Rod as they explore the story of this American folk hero, a man of strength and determination who is said to have stood against the power of machines during the industrial revolution. From the Big Bend Tunnel in West Virginia to the comic book adaptations in the 21st century, John Henry's story is woven into the fabric of American culture. Don't miss this episode of Stories of Appalachia. Be sure to subscribe to our podcast, available on your favorite podcast app.   Thanks for listening, and we'll see you next time!

    12分

  7. 11月2日

    Pop Kramer: The Appalachian Daredevil on Two Wheels

    Harry "Pop" Kramer, was a vaudeville trick cyclist whose story is filled with circus flair, daring feats, and personal tragedy. Born in 1875 in Alexandria, Virginia, Harry's journey from a disciplined farm life to the dazzling world of vaudeville is nothing short of remarkable.   Today we tell the story of Pop Kramer, the Appalachian daredevil on two wheels, another one of the Stories of Appalachia.   If you want to catch all our stories, be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast app.   You can also support our storytelling journey and access exclusive content by becoming a patron here: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/stories-of-appalachia--5553692/support   Thanks for listening!

    17分

  8. 10月26日

    When the Mountains Drowned: The Great Flood of 1916

    In this episode, we revisit the catastrophic summer of 1916, when two hurricanes unleashed unprecedented destruction on the mountains of western North Carolina and eastern Tennessee, an event with eerie similarities to the recent devastation caused by Hurricane Helene. Rod and Steve also tell you of the connection between this event and the tale of Mary the elephant, hanged in Erwin for killing her handler in Kingsport that same year.    This story highlights the determination of the Appalachian people in the face of overwhelming adversity. Don't miss this compelling episode of Stories of Appalachia. Be sure to subscribe to our podcast, available on your favorite podcast app. Thanks for listening, and we'll see you next time!

    15分
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番組について

Welcome to "Stories of Appalachia," the podcast where hosts Steve Gilly and Rod Mullins have been unraveling the captivating history and folklore of the Appalachian region since 2015. Join them as they guide you through mist-covered mountains and winding rivers, exploring the stories that define the heart and soul of Appalachia.

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  • クリエイター
    Steve Gilly, Rod Mullins
  • 配信期間
    15年 - 24年
  • エピソード
    518
  • 制限指定
    不適切な内容を含む
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    © Copyright Steve Gilly
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    Stories of Appalachia

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