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Today, Callie and Chuck talk to Zeb Smathers, Mayor of Canton, NC, about governing as a Democrat in a small Appalachian town in one of the "reddest" parts of the state. Also. Callie and Chuck question JD Vance's commitment to the First Amendment, cringe at Dr. Oz's campaign tactics and talk about gun reform in Appalachia and what we believe can be done.Transition music by Corduroy Brown https://corduroy-brown.com/-----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!Join our Patreon, for as little as $1/month, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus series, and more http://www.patreon.com/appodlachia-----------------------------------------------Timestamps04:58 - Intro: JD "I believe in freedom of speech except for boobs" Vance11:45 - Campaign Check-in: Dr. Oz, the practitioner of cringe31:33 - Announcements (Patreon Limericks!)34:15 -  Interview with Mayor Zeb Smathers01:32:47  - The Uvalde shooting and what can be done about guns-----------------------------------------------Check out our wonderful sponsors!CBD and THC gummies & more: (use code "APPODLACHIA" for 25% off) http://www.cornbreadhemp.com/Our website is great, and it’s because Starry Eyes Media built it.  Yours can be too! https://www.starryeyes.media/-----------------------------------------------Follow us!-Instagram: http://instagram.com/appodlachia-Twitter: http://twitter.com/appodlachia-Facebook: http://facebook.com/appodlachia-TikTok:  http://tiktok.com/appodlachia-Discord: https://discord.gg/czgUeWzvhT-----------------------------------------------None of the views expressed on this show represent the views of either Chuck or Callie's employersSend us Fan MailSupport the show

Hello friends!  Please enjoy this special bonus episode: an interview Chuck did recently on The Reckon Interview Podcast - a podcast from our friends at Reckon South.  Reckon South is an incredible organization committed to a deep exploration of tough and important issues facing the South.Check out their website: https://www.reckonsouth.com/Subscribe to the Reckon Interview: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reckon-interview/id1471345686From the episode:If you want to know the truth about Appalachia, you won't find it in a certain elegy. You'll find it from people like Chuck Corra and Appodlachia, a podcast committed to examining the region in all its complexity. Corra joins the Reckon Interview to discuss JD Vance, Sen. Joe Manchin, and all the people that have been putting in work to make Appalachia a better place for generations.Send us Fan MailSupport the show

Callie and Chuck talk about the wacky antics and dereliction of duty of Appalachian Congressman Madison Cawthorn  (Rep. Mad Dog 20/20),  how Democrats have failed on inflation and a crypto mining controversy in Appalachia. -----------------------------------------------HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!Join our Patreon, for as little as $1/month, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus series, and more http://www.patreon.com/appodlachia-----------------------------------------------Timestamps01:59 - Intro: our favorite sayings from Appalachian elders08:30 - Campaign Check-in: Mad Dog 20/2021:05 - Announcements (Patreon, ads, etc.)29:30 - Overinflated Democrats55:50  - Under the Radar in Appalachia: Crypto mining in East TN-----------------------------------------------Link to POLITICO article on Mad Dog 20/20: https://www.politico.com/news/magazine/2022/05/13/madison-cawthorn-injury-profile-00032002Link to article about crypto mines: https://www.wbir.com/article/tech/east-tennessee-soth-kentucky-cryptocurrency-mining-facility-community-concern/51-882d3de5-9ff1-49eb-aa89-35b36bac0d29Personal Inflation Calculator: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2022/05/08/business/economy/inflation-calculator.html-----------------------------------------------Check out our wonderful sponsors!CBD and THC gummies & more: (use code "APPODLACHIA" for 25% off) http://www.cornbreadhemp.com/Delicious organic kombucha shipped right to your door (use code "APPODLACHIA" for 20% off ) https://skinnypiggykombucha.com/Our website is great, and it’s because Starry Eyes Media built it.  Yours can be too! https://www.starryeyes.media/Appalachian Mysteria: A true-crime podcast you should definitely check out! http://jaml.ink/AppalachianMysteriaCheck out our friends at Westside Fairytales - who have a NEW BOOK out now! https://westsidefairytales.com/books-----------------------------------------------Follow us!-Instagram: http://instagram.com/appodlachia-Twitter: http://twitter.com/appodlachia-Facebook: http://facebook.com/appodlachia-TikTok:  http://tiktok.com/appodlachia-Discord: https://discord.gg/czgUeWzvhT-----------------------------------------------None of the views expressed on this show represent the views of either Chuck, John, or Callie's employersSend us Fan MailSupport the show

We have your first look at our NEW SEGMENTS on this episode as well as an incredible interview with Anderson Clayton - a seasoned veteran of campaign politics and rural organizing pro who recently helped flip the Roxboro, NC city council into democratic hands and has some great lessons for folks organizing in rural areas. HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!Join our Patreon, for whatever you want to pay, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus series, and more http://www.patreon.com/appodlachiaTimestamps01:33 - Intro: Blue checkmark lib misinformation on Plan B10:45 - Campaign Check-in: JD Vance25:40 - Announcements (Patreon, ads, etc.)33:08 - Interview with Anderson Clayton 01:14:22 - Under the Radar in Appalachia: WV Miner suspended for CBD use-----------------------------------------------Link to article about miner suspension: https://www.wvpublic.org/energy-environment/2022-05-04/state-supreme-court-upholds-suspension-of-miner-who-took-cbd-product-----------------------------------------------Check out our wonderful sponsors!CBD and THC gummies & more: (use code "APPODLACHIA" for 25% off) http://www.cornbreadhemp.com/Delicious organic kombucha shipped right to your door (use code "APPODLACHIA" for 20% off ) https://skinnypiggykombucha.com/Our website is great, and it’s because Starry Eyes Media built it.  Yours can be too! https://www.starryeyes.media/Appalachian Mysteria: A true-crime podcast you should definitely check out! http://jaml.ink/AppalachianMysteriaCheck out our friends at Westside Fairytales - who have a NEW BOOK out now! https://westsidefairytales.com/books-----------------------------------------------Follow us!-Instagram http://instagram.com/appodlachia-Twitter http://twitter.com/appodlachia-Facebook http://facebook.com/appodlachia-TikTok http://tiktok.com/appodlachia-Discord https://discord.gg/czgUeWzvhT-----------------------------------------------None of the views expressed on this show represent the views of either Chuck, John, or Callie's employersSend us Fan MailSupport the show

In this rapid response episode, Callie and Chuck talk about the recent draft decision by the Supreme Court to overturn Roe v. Wade and effectively end the constitutional right to abortion.  Take action:  Tell your Senators to pass the Women's Health Protection Act! https://secure.everyaction.com/M3Zjw2MsQUSlUrfjrFwzuw2Appalachian Abortion Resources: https://bit.ly/3yhHCdJNone of the views expressed on this show represent the views of either Chuck or Callie's employersSend us Fan MailSupport the show

We're so excited for you to learn more about our new co-host, Callie Pruett!  Callie is a queer disabled political pro from Western North Carolina and you'll have to listen to the episode to learn more :) HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!Join our Patreon, for whatever you want to pay, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus series, and more http://www.patreon.com/appodlachiaAppalachian Mysteria: A true-crime podcast you should definitely check out! http://jaml.ink/AppalachianMysteriaCheck out our friends at Westside Fairytales - who have a NEW BOOK out now!Check out our wonderful sponsors!Cornbread Hemp, Kentucky-grown organic CBD provider: (use code "APPODLACHIA" to get 25% off) http://www.cornbreadhemp.com/Skinny Piggy Kombucha!!! (use code "APPODLACHIA" at checkout to get 20% off your order)Our website is great, and it’s because Starry Eyes Media built it.  Yours can be too! https://www.starryeyes.media/Follow us!-Instagram http://instagram.com/appodlachia-Twitter http://twitter.com/appodlachia-Facebook http://facebook.com/appodlachia-TikTok http://tiktok.com/appodlachia-Discord https://discord.gg/czgUeWzvhTNone of the views expressed on this show represent the views of either Chuck, John, or Callie's employersSend us Fan MailSupport the show

Some major changes are coming to Appodlachia.  It's exciting!  You'll have to listen to learn more! HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!Join our Patreon, for whatever you want to pay, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus series, and more http://www.patreon.com/appodlachiaWe got a substack!  Check it out! https://bit.ly/3pRQZMhTimestamps01:04:  Big John's Big Announcement06:09  The newest addition to the Appodlachia team!18:17:  Announcements25:07:  BJ's Greatest Hits42:44:  The Platonic Newlyweds Game with two happily married couples 01:08:24:  Beef with the Michael Scott of beefAppalachian Mysteria: A true-crime podcast you should definitely check out! http://jaml.ink/AppalachianMysteriaCheck out our wonderful sponsors!Cornbread Hemp, Kentucky-grown organic CBD provider: (use code "APPODLACHIA" to get 25% off) http://www.cornbreadhemp.com/Our website is great, and it’s because Starry Eyes Media built it.  Yours can be too! https://www.starryeyes.media/Follow us!-Instagram http://instagram.com/appodlachia-Twitter http://twitter.com/appodlachia-Facebook http://facebook.com/appodlachia-TikTok http://tiktok.com/appodlachia-Discord https://discord.gg/czgUeWzvhTNone of the views expressed on this show represent the views of either Chuck, John, or Callie's employersSend us Fan MailSupport the show

A banger episode today indeed friends! We talk with Alana Anton - Queerbilly Activist, scholar of Appalachian Sociology, and higher-ed indoctrinator - about identity and media portrayal of Appalachia in the age of trump!Learn more about Alana: https://instabio.cc/Queerbilly ||HELP KEEP COMMUNITY NEWS  GOING IN WHEELING!Mustard Seed Mountain! https://gofund.me/7552fd5d||Timestamps01:19:  Intro - guns in the courtroom07:08:  Intro - KBJ and Rand Paul17:32:  Announcements19:15:  Powered by the Piggy!26:30: Interview with Alana Anton01:02:41:  Beef with the Sarah Palin of beef||All the thingsJoin our Patreon, for whatever you want to pay, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus series, and more http://www.patreon.com/appodlachiaWe got a substack!  Check it out! https://bit.ly/3pRQZMh||Follow us!-Instagram http://instagram.com/appodlachia-Twitter http://twitter.com/appodlachia-Facebook http://facebook.com/appodlachia-TikTok http://tiktok.com/appodlachia-Discord https://discord.gg/czgUeWzvhT||Check out our wonderful sponsors!Skinny Piggy Kombucha! (use code "APPODLACHIA" to get a discount on your order) https://skinnypiggykombucha.com/Cornbread Hemp, Kentucky-grown organic CBD provider: (use code "APPODLACHIA" to get 25% off) http://www.cornbreadhemp.com/Our website is great, and it’s because Starry Eyes Media built it.  Yours can be too! https://www.starryeyes.media/Westside Fairy Tales  http://westsidefairytales.com||Appodlachia is a production of 18 Husky. None of the views expressed on this show represent the views of either Chuck or John's employersSend us Fan MailSupport the show

We got a good one for you today, friends.  We talk about the struggles teachers in Appalachia are facing by sharing some of their thoughts and feelings about teaching in the current political, health, and social environments.  We also hear from Danny Holderby - a teacher in Southeast Ohio - about how his kids are handling the social and emotional tolls of the pandemic. HELP KEEP COMMUNITY NEWS  GOING IN WHEELING!Mustard Seed Mountain campaign letter https://bit.ly/3isPsIk Timestamps02:04:  Brief thoughts on Mad Dog "Key Bumps" Cawthorn03:50:  Intro - Amazon union win, Jay-Z crosses the picket line13:14:  Announcements17:54:  What Appalachian teachers are telling us32:30: Interview with Danny Holderby49:04:  Beef with the Chris Rock of beefAll the thingsJoin our Patreon, for whatever you want to pay, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus series, and more http://www.patreon.com/appodlachiaWe got a substack!  Check it out! https://bit.ly/3pRQZMhFollow us!-Instagram http://instagram.com/appodlachia-Twitter http://twitter.com/appodlachia-Facebook http://facebook.com/appodlachia-TikTok http://tiktok.com/appodlachia-Discord https://discord.gg/czgUeWzvhTCheck out our wonderful sponsors!Cornbread Hemp, Kentucky-grown organic CBD provider: (use code "APPODLACHIA" to get 25% off) http://www.cornbreadhemp.com/Our website is great, and it’s because Starry Eyes Media built it.  Yours can be too! https://www.starryeyes.media/Appodlachia is a production of 18 Husky. None of the views expressed on this show represent the views of either Chuck or John's employersSend us Fan MailSupport the show

John is on leave again this week, so we're sharing the audio from the panel Chuck was on at the Appalachian Studies Association Conference earlier this month that focused on New Media in Appalachia and how we're highlighting and amplifying Appalachian voices.  The questions focused on code-switching, identity, and so much more. On the panel (aside from Chuck):Ashton Marra (moderator) - Deputy Managing Editor of 100 Days in Appalachia https://www.100daysinappalachia.com/Crystal Good  - Founder of Black By God https://blackbygod.org/Dr. Enkeshi El-Amin - Co-host of Black in Appalachia https://www.blackinappalachia.org/HELP KEEP COMMUNITY NEWS  GOING IN WHEELING!Mustard Seed Mountain campaign letter https://bit.ly/3isPsIk All the thingsJoin our Patreon, for whatever you want to pay, and access live events, weekly exclusives, bonus series, and more http://www.patreon.com/appodlachiaWe got a substack!  Check it out! https://bit.ly/3pRQZMhFollow us!-Instagram http://instagram.com/appodlachia-Twitter http://twitter.com/appodlachia-Facebook http://facebook.com/appodlachia-TikTok http://tiktok.com/appodlachia-Discord https://discord.gg/czgUeWzvhTCheck out our wonderful sponsors!Cornbread Hemp, Kentucky-grown organic CBD provider: (use code "APPODLACHIA" to get 25% off) http://www.cornbreadhemp.com/Our website is great, and it’s because Starry Eyes Media built it.  Yours can be too! https://www.starryeyes.media/Appodlachia is a production of 18 Husky. None of the views expressed on this show represent the views of either Chuck or John's employers. Send us Fan MailSupport the show