Appalachia Meets World Episode 39 - ”Another Appalachia” with Neema Avashia

In this episode Neil and Will talk Appalachian identity with Neema Avashia, an Appalachian Author of the new book, "Another Appalachia: Coming Up Queer and Indian in a Mountain Place."  A child of immigrants, Neema discusses her love for Appalachia and how basketball helped her to integrate while trying to form her own identity.  Listen as she discusses how important mentors were for her upbringing, how "neighboring" is just different in Appalachia and how a diversity of voice is important in the region.  She might even solve the age old question of biscuits - Cracker Barrel or Tudor's Biscuit World?  You might even find out who the guys are rooting for in the Super Burrowl!  Don't forget about the #AppBiz of the week: Butcher's Bites.  Take a listen!

Neema Avashia: www.neemaavashia.com

Butcher's Bites: www.butchersbites.com