Episodes

On this episode of The Appalachian Podcast we welcomed back Chip Slate from Being Libertarian Media, who we had on for our Spike Cohen special, along with longtime friend of the show Amos Denton. We jumped right in to this one will the laughs as we discussed local politics, our trips to DC, music, moonshine, the Appalachian region, and much more. We appreciate your support and please leave us a review! https://www.appalachianpodcast.org https://www.facebook.com/AppalachianPodcast https://twitte...

**This is our members only private show that we have after most shows. You can listen to them by subscribing at Patreon.com/getontap. We wanted to get this one out before the November 11th Veterans Day rally so you could make sure and join us** This is the after hours, subscriber only, show where we continued on with on conversation with Brian and Jeremiah, got a little more in depth with the necessity, answered questions from X, and much more! Support the show

On this show we sat down with the Franklin County Militia leaders Brian Wood and Jeremiah Deborde, to discuss what exactly all the hoopla behind a militia really is. You're in for a treat and a mind blowingly intelligent motive, as Brian is a Constitutional Scholar, on why they have position themselves within the community. They dispel negative stereotypes, talk some history, goals, ways to contact them, and much more. Support the show

In this episode we welcome back Don and Killy Johnson from Beyond the Dark Paranormal. We've been joined by them on our Come Home to Christmas Special, and their "Beyond the Dark Paranormal" episode last year, and we had as much fun as always. We told some creepy ghost stories that made us believers, talked about their recent experiences, some spiritual questions, the value of volunteer community service, and so much more. http://www.patreon.com/getontap https://www.appalachianpodcast.org https...

On this show we welcome a couple of very interesting folks to the program in Roddy Moore and Bethany Worley, the former, and current, director of the Blue Ridge Institute and Museum at Ferrum College. In just a few short days they'll be celebrating their 50th year of the Ferrum Folklife Festival, that has been a staple in our lives at the show. We talked about all the event offered, some moonshine history, the music archives, the history of music in our area, and much more. Check out the festiva...

For Part 2 of our we finish up with Brian and Darnell Moore, who are leaders in the black community and activists in the most traditional sense of the term. We were also joined by first timer Chester Bennett, as we continue a long discussion about everything that's been going on in the world since we last sat down with them a year ago. We talked their new Podcast "Misunderstood" and what drove them into the game, along with politics, the black movement, forging ahead locally, and a ton of other ...

On this episode we were once again joined by Brian and Darnell Moore, who are leaders in the black community and activists in the most traditional sense of the term. We were also joined by our good friend Chris Montgomery, and first timer Chester Bennett, as we had a long discussion about everything that's been going on in the world since we last sat down with them a year ago. We talked their new Podcast "Misunderstood" and what drove them into the game, along with politics, the black movement, ...

We welcomed back Stuart Angel for this show, who we had on just a few months back, to talk about all the crazy things that have happened in this short amount of time. We talked about the current situation in the Russian/Ukraine war, the F35 incident, Maui, flat earth, Wernher von Braun, Germany 1945, Antartica, and so much more. This was such a fun show so listen and have a good time, it was fun! http://www.patreon.com/getontap https://www.appalachianpodcast.org https://www.facebook.com/YT Appa...

In this show we welcome back our first ever guest, John Clements, to catch everyone up on all the big happenings of late. From our big news from TimcastIRL to a potential DC visit, upcoming guests, catching up with John, some funny stories, and going back over some of the great places that make the Appalachian region great. http://www.patreon.com/getontap https://www.appalachianpodcast.org https://www.facebook.com/YT AppalachianPodcast https://twitter.com/GetOnTap https://www.instagram.com/thea...

On this episode we sat down with Greg James (GJ Beat Podcast) for the first time since our "Come Home to Franklin County Christmas Special", and we had a blast. We talked about his show and what inspired him, some of his amazing guests, plus we dove into 9/11 since we recorded on the anniversary, along with discussions on hiking, Europe, and much more. http://www.patreon.com/getontap https://www.appalachianpodcast.org https://www.facebook.com/AppalachianPodcast https://twitter.com/GetOnTap http...

In this show we were once again joined by our friend Smokey The Appalachistani, along with his buddy BR Revolution, for a show like no other. We were nestled in the hollers of Floyd County, Virginia, with chickens and live fire, but managed to come away with one hell of a show. We talked about what is affecting our region, some national issues, community, England, and more! https://www.patreon.com/GetOnTap https://www.appalachianpodcast.org https://www.facebook.com/AppalachianPodcast https://tw...

We're back at it with Buddy Hancock of Rocky Mount Smokehouse (or Buddy's BBQ as many would have it) and we had one hell of a conversation. It's been a while, as Buddy was one of our first 10 guests, but much as conspired since then. His restaurant has worked through a name change, more expansion, major events featuring celebrities, and more, but that's just part of it. We also dove into the importance of community, how sticking together can benefit us all, and a good time can be had right here ...

This show was one of our best conversations in a while, as we welcomed William Moran who told his fascinating story. From growing up near Christiansburg, to his time as an Airborne Infantryman, law enforcement, and finally his voyage into the world of hiking. He tells us his story of completing the entire Appalachian Trail, his motivations, signs that guided him, other trails, friends he's met, and more. This is one you don't want to miss. http://www.patreon.com/getontap https://www.appalachian...

On this show we sat down with Mike ter Maat, former White House Economist, who is seeking the nomination for President in the Libertarian Party. We had a really good conversation on this one, honestly one of our best political talks to date. He's certainly not your cookie cutter, prepared answers, stuffy kind of person seeking political office. He is sharp, knowledgable, and has a solid resume in economics, education, and law enforcement. Check this one out for a solid perspective on ways to fix...

On this show we were joined by author, and Franklin County Native, Phillip Gibbs to discuss his book "Murder and Mountain Justice in the Moonshine Capital. We also discussed some of his travels, his path to the book, growing up in Appalachia, Andrew Jackson duel, his connection to some of the crime that occurred over the years, and much much more. The book is amazing, and the show was great, so give it a listen. http://www.patreon.com/getontap https://www.appalachianpodcast.org https://www.face...

For this show we dove back in to the world of Farming as we welcomed back friend of the show Chris Montgomery (Foggy Ridge Cattle Company). along with Chase Scott (KC Farm Meats), and Daniel Austin (Green Sprig Ag) for another farming show sure to pique your interest. We discussed the importance of non GMO feed, affects on animals, the meat processing industry, rumors about cattle vaccinations, and much more. http://www.patreon.com/getontap https://www.appalachianpodcast.org https://www.faceboo...

On this "Swapcast" we join Michale White and Marcus Matthews, straight from Arkansas and California, for a liberty minded collaboration. This is an introduction into a show that we'll be recording with these guys on a monthly, and perhaps more, basis. On this episode we introduced ourselves to our audiences, discussed the Ilhan Omar tweet, Affirmative Action, public education, how awful the government is, and more. Check it out, and stay tuned! http://www.patreon.com/getontap https://www.appala...

Man, this show was as solid as you could expect. A legendary figure in the racing world, Trump Town USA (Boones Mill, VA) founder, among other things, Donald "Whitey" Taylor joined us for one of our best. We discussed his jump into the promotional world, the famous Franklin County Speedway, a Willie Nelson concert gone awry NASCAR Driver Rick Mast and a $25,000 pot, controversy, his travels, and much more. http://www.patreon.com/getontap https://www.appalachianpodcast.org https://www.facebook.c...

Well we tried....again, with Caleb, and got a little ways longer into this one. We were on location at the Annual 4th of July "2nd Place Party" where we hunkered down and got a show done. There was a lot of alcohol involved, but a decent conversation on Liberty, Freedom, Voting, and more. We had a lot of fun, and hope you all enjoyed your Independence Day Weekend! http://www.patreon.com/getontap https://www.appalachianpodcast.org https://www.facebook.com/AppalachianPodcast https://twitter.com/G...

On this episode we sat down with Ferrum College President, Dr Mirta Martin, and discussed an array of topics. We talked about her journey to Ferrum, the role of the College, aspirations, reaching todays youth, the Panther Promise, and other big happenings going on at the college, along with her immigration from Cuba, getting the 1993 Baseball team back on campus, and much more. http://www.patreon.com/getontap https://www.appalachianpodcast.org https://www.facebook.com/AppalachianPodcast https:/...

On this episode we sat down with Kris Hodges, Co-founder of FloydFest, for one hell of a conversation about music. We discussed his start in the music industry, developing FloydFest into the massive festival it became, music ties around the world, the power of sound, what he has in store next, plus a story of Simon in a pub with an 80s superstar, and so much more. http://www.patreon.com/getontap https://www.appalachianpodcast.org https://www.facebook.com/AppalachianPodcast https://twitter.com/G...

On this episode we sat down with Kris Hodges, Co-founder of FloydFest, for one hell of a conversation about music. We discussed his start in the music industry, developing FloydFest into the massive festival it became, music ties around the world, the power of sound, what he has in store next, plus a story of Simon in a pub with an 80s superstar, and so much more. http://www.patreon.com/getontap https://www.appalachianpodcast.org https://www.facebook.com/AppalachianPodcast https://twitter.com/G...

On this show Simon and Billy just sit back and chat about that culture war we currently find ourselves in. We discuss national, and local, issues that affect all of us and we ponder the questions that most people are asking. We also discuss the success of the show, the inspiration we get, the folks we've inspired, and where we hope to take the show in the future. http://www.patreon.com/getontap https://www.appalachianpodcast.org https://www.facebook.com/AppalachianPodcast https://twitter.com/Ge...

On this episode were joined by Stuart Angel to dive into the world of conspiracies, and how much truth there are to some of them. We discussed the recent pandemic, 9/11, the moon landing, NASA, Antartica, and much more. This is one you'll enjoy as we go deep down the rabbit hole with some topics that you won't believe, and many that will leave you speechless. https://www.appalachianpodcast.org https://www.facebook.com/AppalachianPodcast https://twitter.com/GetOnTap https://www.instagram.com/the...