Breaking Beans

Breaking Beans
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Welcome to Breaking Beans, a podcast inviting you to "come home" to the Appalachian mountains and celebrate the people, products, and culture of the area. Join Kendra, an eastern Kentucky native, as she takes the listener on a journey through mountain life and uncovers what makes Appalachia so special. Whether you're a lifetime resident, an Appalachian who has moved away from home, or simply curious about this corner of the world, Breaking Beans offers a tribute to an area as rich in character as it is tradition.

  1. 09/15/2025

    18. The Creek's a Risin' with Tanner Horton from The Creekers

    On this episode of Breaking Beans, Kendra sits down with Tanner Horton, a bandmember of the viral Appalachian band, The Creekers. Tanner discusses how the band was formed, how being from a small town in Eastern Kentucky shapes the band's sound, how surreal the rise in their popularity has been, and more!

    32 min

  2. 09/02/2025

    17. Appalachian Stereotypes and Misconceptions with Emily

    On this episode of Breaking Beans, Kendra is once again joined by Emily, and the two discuss some of the most controversial topics in Appalachia: stereotypes and misconceptions of the area and culture. Kendra and Emily discuss education, poverty, substance use disorders, and more and how these heavy topics relate to Appalachia. A new Appalachian phrase of the week is introduced and you'll even get to hear a few bonus phrases this week too!

    53 min

  3. 08/18/2025

    16. Our Mountain Beauty - For Granny Rowena

    On this episode of Breaking Beans, Kendra reflects on the life of her Granny Rowena, a huge inspiration for the podcast, who passed away a few weeks prior to recording. She shares memories, stories, and discusses the legacy of who Granny was and the love she freely gave to others around her.

    18 min

  4. 08/04/2025

    15. Eastern Kentucky Bucket List with Emily Davidson

    On this episode of Breaking Beans, Kendra is joined by one of her hometown best friends, Emily Davidson, to give their own top 10 things to do in Eastern Kentucky. What was originally meant to be a summer bucket list, this list of EKY gems can be done all year long. Emily also introduces a new Appalachian phrase of the week.

    46 min

  5. 03/31/2025

    14. Pedals & Passion: War Daddy 2025 with John Maggard

    On this episode of Breaking Beans, Kendra is joined by John Maggard, the host of the War Daddy and Sandlin Shred mountain bike races in Hyden, Kentucky. Listen in as John shares why he wanted to bring a race to this area, how the community has been so instrumental in its success, and the unique characteristics of the race itself. John also shares TWO new Appalachian phrases of the week. Link to WarDaddy registration: https://www.bikereg.com/68129 Link to TrailSick website: https://www.trailsick.com/

    36 min

  6. 03/03/2025

    13. When the Waters Rise: Flooding in Leslie County, Kentucky with Monica Gibson

    On this episode of Breaking Beans, Kendra is joined by Monica Gibson to discuss the February 2025 flooding across Appalachia. Monica is a resident of Leslie County, Kentucky, and has been personally affected as her home has been inaccessible due to high water covering roads for over two weeks, causing dozens of people to be trapped in the Confluence and Dryhill communities of Leslie County. Monica is hoping to spread awareness to the situation that is exacerbated by the management of the Buckhorn Lake reservoir water release protocol. Listen in as she tells her harrowing story of escape, boat rescues, and her plea for change. DONATION & ORGANIZATION LINKS: https://hills2hollers.org/ https://www.bigcreekmissions.com/giving https://www.arh.org/floods https://appalachianky.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund?funit_id=1106

    31 min

  7. 02/10/2025

    12. Forbidden Love Among Feuding Families: The Hatfields and McCoys

    On this episode of Breaking Beans, Kendra tells the tragic love story between Roseanna McCoy and Johnse Hatfield, as well as highlights some distinct moments of the Hatfield and McCoy feud. A new Appalachian phrase of the week is also introduced.

    17 min

  8. 01/27/2025

    11. Flavors of Appalachia with AnnDraia Bales

    On this episode of Breaking Beans, Kendra is joined by AnnDraia Bales, an Eastern Kentucky native who is an Appalachian food connoisseur. Listen in as AnnDraia shares memories and inspirations surrounding Appalachian dishes, her favorite meals, and discusses her very own cookbook, Recipes from the Holler. A new Appalachian phrase of the week is also introduced.

    40 min
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Welcome to Breaking Beans, a podcast inviting you to "come home" to the Appalachian mountains and celebrate the people, products, and culture of the area. Join Kendra, an eastern Kentucky native, as she takes the listener on a journey through mountain life and uncovers what makes Appalachia so special. Whether you're a lifetime resident, an Appalachian who has moved away from home, or simply curious about this corner of the world, Breaking Beans offers a tribute to an area as rich in character as it is tradition.

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  • Creator
    Breaking Beans
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    20
  • Rating
    Clean
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