Appalachia Meets World
Will and Neil are two brothers born and raised in the coal fields of central Appalachia. A podcast about place and perspective, they talk about life in Appalachia and venture outside the region to better understand the negative perceptions of Appalachia and find out how their culture truly compares to the rest of the World.
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Episodes
Friday Oct 22, 2021
Friday Oct 22, 2021
In this episode, Will and Neil sit down with Appalachian author Michael Croley. He takes the time to talk about identity, place and growing up in Appalachia and how it has shaped him and influenced his writing. Take a listen to his unique perspective. Also, Neil lets you in on his "creative" side and Will talks a bit of pop culture
Michael Croley - www.michaelcroley.com/
Friday Oct 15, 2021
Friday Oct 15, 2021
In this episode, Will and Neil have a conversation with Professor Will Rhee about geographic discrimination. The guys get "schooled" (yet again) regarding the idea of locational prejudice and how it affects Appalachians (and others) simply based on the place we call home. In the end, place matters! You may also get a hint as to what the guys may be for Halloween...or not. Take a listen to this genuine conversation "of place, space, hillbillies and home."
West Virginia Law Review: "Geographic Discrimination: Of Place, Space, Hillbillies and Home" https://researchrepository.wvu.edu/wvlr/vol121/iss2/7/
Friday Oct 08, 2021
Friday Oct 08, 2021
In this episode Will and Neil bring on Jennifer Heinmiller, the co-author of the "Dictionary of Southern Appalachian English." As an important reference to the history and language of Appalachia, this 12 lb source is all that and more. Find out from Jennifer her main goals for putting together the dictionary and her top words from the source. Also, find out from Neil what he thinks about island life and "god willing and the creeks don't rise" he'll make it back home to Appalachia! You'uns take a listen!
Jennifer Heinmiller (bookplate): appalachian.dictionary@gmail.com
Friday Oct 01, 2021
Friday Oct 01, 2021
In this episode Will and Neil sit down with documentary filmmaker Tom Hansell and discuss his work, "After Coal", among other things. Listen as he describes the similarities of the history and culture in South Wales and Eastern Kentucky, and how we keep hearing the question - "Now what?" You might even hear about a recent tournament that took place in the U.S. but featured some individuals from across the pond. Check it out and check out the documentary and book: "After Coal" (both by Tom Hansell).
After Coal - aftercoal.com
Tom Hansell - tomhansell.net
Higher Ground - highergroundharlan.com
Friday Sep 24, 2021
Friday Sep 24, 2021
In this episode Will and Neil sit down with Sandi Curd, Promise Zone Coordinator for the Kentucky Highlands Investment Corporation (KHIC). Listen as she talks about the key to coordination for the Promise Zone (1st Rural Promise Zone in the U.S.) and the innovative approaches of the KHIC in Appalachia. In addition, find out how Appalachia dominates the FBS! Oh yeah, you'll also get to hear about Neil's chickens...yet again.
Friday Sep 17, 2021
Friday Sep 17, 2021
In this episode Will and Neil discuss farm policy with Commissioner Ryan Quarles of the Kentucky Department of Agriculture. Listen as Commissioner Quarles talks all things Ag and how policy supports local foodways. He also highlights Appalachia Kentucky and what it takes to be "Appalachia Proud." Oh yeah, and Neil talks about his "layers", or lack thereof - - don't miss it!
Friday Sep 10, 2021
Friday Sep 10, 2021
In this episode Neil and Will sit down with the "King of Country Ham", Mr. Allan Benton. Through his humble nature he talks about his passion for his work and for his Appalachian home. Take a listen and learn about the power of persistence and how quality makes the maker. Neil and Will also talk about their Labor Day traditions - AND there might be another win for Kentucky Bourbon.
www.bentoncountryhams2.com
Friday Sep 03, 2021
Friday Sep 03, 2021
In this episode Will and Neil sit down with Nancy Bruns of JQ Dickinson Salt-Works. Nancy discusses the history of salt in Appalachia and what it takes to bring back an entire industry to the region! Listen for the history, stay to hear about the amazing products of JQ Dickinson Salt-Works. Also, should you salt your food before you taste it? Will and Neil's answer might surprise you...or not.
JQ Dickinson Salt-Works: www.jqdsalt.com/
"ALWAYS APPALACHIAN"
Sometimes it takes leaving a place to truly understand how special that place is. It's like it's magic, there's something about the mountains that tend to draw you back in. No matter where you roam or how far away you get, remember to remain "Always Appalachian."