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Oct. 1, 2025

BOS Candidates Mike Carter and Billy Ferguson pt2

This is part 2 of our historic show featuring local BOS Candidates for Rocky Mount District, Franklin County, VA Mike Carter and Billy Ferguson. It got a bit spicy, and they didn't hold back! Support the show
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Sept. 24, 2025

BOS Candidates Mike Carter and Billy Ferguson pt1

This is part 1 of our historic show featuring local BOS Candidates for Rocky Mount District, Franklin County, VA Mike Carter and Billy Ferguson. It got a bit spicy, and they didn't hold back! Support the show
225
Sept. 17, 2025

Smokey The Appalachistani pt 2

We welcomed back our old friend Smokey for what may be one of ho last visits to the cabin, which was the first place he came on the show. Back then it wasn't a full time studio, we'd just used it a time or two. We caught up with things on the Appalachian front, discussed connections we made after Helene, the horrific subway attack, Simons departure, and much more. Support the show
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Sept. 11, 2025

Smokey The Appalachistani pt 1

We welcomed back our old friend Smokey for what may be one of ho last visits to the cabin, which was the first place he came on the show. Back then it wasn't a full time studio, we'd just used it a time or two. We caught up with things on the Appalachian front, discussed connections we made after Helene, the horrific subway attack, Simons departure, and much more. Support the show
223
Sept. 3, 2025

The Next Episode

This one was a hard one to get through, as we discuss one of our finest moving on. No need to give a description, just tune in for some great stories. Support the show
Aug. 26, 2025

Are We in a Soft Civil War

On this show Chip, Simon, Amos, and Billy talked about the biggest topics of the last few weeks. The response to DC, Cracker Barrel, military presence in D.C. and much more. Support the show
Aug. 20, 2025

Your Family is not Safe on the Highways

Wasn't able to do a full show this week due to some unforeseen circumstances, but wanted to get something out there to you. A recent accident that cost three Americans their lives has my blood boiling, so I talked about the illegal immigrant wreaking havoc on our highways and what that means for Americans. I also had to address a recent post on Facebook that got someone's panties in a bunch, and how ridiculous people like her sound to normal, civilized folk. Hope to be back next week with a full...
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Aug. 13, 2025

Revisiting Helene with The Queen of NC Cassie Clark, Storm Chaser/Photographer Billy Bowling, with Travis Wells from Appalachian Liberty

On this show we revisited the devastation of Hurricane Helene on the Appalachian region of Western North Carolina, East Tennessee, and Southwest Virginia. Billy Bowling was giving us some of the first insights of anyone on the ground during the storm, while Cassie Clark worked tirelessly to lend support to her fellow North Carolinians. We talked about their stories, the impact, how things are moving along, and much much more. Support the show
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Aug. 6, 2025

The Call to Appalachia with The Queen of NC Cassie Clark, plus Travis Wells of Appalachian Liberty, and Fabio Cianchetta of Puzzled Bull Farm

We had an event on the mountain and man was it a good time. We brought on the "Queen of North Carolina" Cassie Clark, who is a North Carolina promoter and host of "Where the Dogwood Blooms, along with Travis Wells from Appalachian Liberty, and Fabio Cianchetta from Puzzled Bull Farm, and had one hell of a time. We discussed the growing of organic mushrooms with Fabio and the extremely interesting process behind the science, getting his professional insight. We also discussed the importa...
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July 30, 2025

John Reid: Candidate for Lieutenant Governor of Virginia

We are back and as good as ever, as we welcomed John Reid to the show, the man running to keep radical progressives away from Richmond and in the swamp from which they came, for a discussion on his plans as the Republican Candidate for Lieutenant Governor of Virginia. We talked about his experience in politics, his radio show based out of Richmond, why he made the plunge into this race, Appalachia struggles, education, and much much more. Support the show
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July 23, 2025

Chasing Liberty with Mike ter Maat

On this episode we welcomed back former VP Candidate Mike ter Maat to discuss his recent move to the Republican Liberty Caucus. We also talked about Appalachian getaways, flaws in the current administration, a constitutional crisis, how we can fix things, the future, and much more. Support the show
217
July 16, 2025

Quit Telling Us To Stop Talking About It

On this show we went over our 4th of July action up on the mountain, talked about an Appalachian day getaway, the recent whirlwind of 180s with the Epstein mess, Congressman Morgan Griffith voting no to release files, an obvious invasion, and more! Support the show
July 10, 2025

Those Dang Storms, Man

Our Spaces on X had to be rescheduled due to intense storms causing power outages, so it just wasn't in the cards tonight. So I jumped on and talked for a bit to ponder a few things for future discussions. Can't wait to get back to it next week, but until then be thinking about what you want to hear! Support the show
July 9, 2025

Join Us Tonight July 9th for Spaces on X

We had to cancel our show this week but we'll be doing a Spaces on X tonight, then uploading it, but we'd like for y'all to join us, so give us a follow @GetOnTap and Chip @Beinlibertarian on X (Formally Twitter) to join in on the conversation. Support the show
216
July 2, 2025

Appalachian Freedom Movement with Jason Feldman pt 2

On this show we were joined by Jason Feldman and his father Eric, along with Nick Ferrari to dive head first into the possibility of an Appalachian Freedom Caucus to represent the Appalachian people. This is a bit different than past shows with the topic being a free State of Appalachia. This conversation addresses a more cultural necessity, and we had al to of fun. We also discussed the possible war with Iran, assimilating to Appalachian culture, the death of a Callaway legend (Hippie Wilson), ...
June 25, 2025

Appalachian Freedom Movement with Jason Feldman pt 1

On this show we were joined by Jason Feldman and his father Eric, along with Nick Ferrari to dive head first into the possibility of an Appalachian Freedom Caucus to represent the Appalachian people. This is a bit different than past shows with the topic being a free State of Appalachia. This conversation addresses a more cultural necessity, and we had al to of fun. We also discussed the possible war with Iran, assimilating to Appalachian culture, the death of a Callaway legend (Hippie Wilson), ...
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June 18, 2025

A Nation in Distress pt 2

We jumped back into things this week with a discussion on the recent presidential feud that took headlines last week, the ICE Riots in LA, the response, local media attacks, possible outcomes, and so much more Support the show
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June 11, 2025

A Nation in Distress pt 1

We jumped back into things this week with a discussion on the recent presidential feud that took headlines last week, the ICE Riots in LA, the response, local media attacks, possible outcomes, and so much more Support the show
June 4, 2025

Memorial Day Special: Grading the Administration

This is our Memorial Day show where we sat down without a guest, but had a great conversation to get caught up on life in Appalachia. We discussed what the meaning of Memorial Day is, and how it affects us especially Billy who has a tour In Iraq under his belt, We also talked about recent vacation in the islands, immigration, the tariffs, critical thinking, and much much more. In part two we also touch on the first few months of the new administration, and give out our grades. Support the show
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May 28, 2025

Memorial Day Special

This is our Memorial Day show where we sat down without a guest, but had a great conversation to get caught up on life in Appalachia. We discussed what the meaning of Memorial Day is, and how it affects us especially Billy who has a tour In Iraq under his belt, We also talked about recent vacation in the islands, immigration, the tariffs, critical thinking, and much much more. Support the show
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May 14, 2025

Surviving Appalachia with Ed Saunders pt 2

Appalachians once prided themselves on the ability to support an entire family, and neighbors, off of small family farms, so that's what we're focusing on for this show. We welcomed Ed Saunders, who is leading the charge for the Southwest Virginia Alternative Living Expo coming to Ferrum at the end of this month, for a discussion on the upcoming event, his journey to Appalachia, how local government operates to our determent, and so much more. The event is May 31st in Ferrum, VA at 18884 Frankli...
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May 7, 2025

Surviving Appalachia with Ed Saunders pt 1

Appalachians once prided themselves on the ability to support an entire family, and neighbors, off of small family farms, so that's what we're focusing on for this show. We welcomed Ed Saunders, who is leading the charge for the Southwest Virginia Alternative Living Expo coming to Ferrum at the end of this month, for a discussion on the upcoming event, his journey to Appalachia, how local government operates to our determent, and so much more. The event is May 31st in Ferrum, VA at 18884 Fran...
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April 30, 2025

Haw Patch to American Idol with Kam' Ron Smith

This show was one of the best we've recorded in a long time, maybe ever, and we think you'll enjoy it as well, We had recent American Idol contestant, and Franklin County native, Kam'ron Smith up at the cabin where we had a long talk about growing up here in Franklin County, and the wild stuff you might get into as a young man. We also discussed his entry into American Idol, how he spent his time while on set, and how he plans on tackling life moving forward. Support the show
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April 23, 2025

A Conversation with Smokey the Appalachistani pt 2

We're back with our friend Smokey the Appalachistani. We discussed what's been going on in the region, how local politics affect us, current events in DC, the work in Western North Carolina, and much more. Support the show