While there have been several musicians bringing the "Appalachian style" of country music to the forefront of the genre, the viral success of some random guy just outside of the region in Virginia has pushed that envelop even further after appearing on RadioWV's social media pages.  Thanks to musicians like Tyler Childers, Nolan Taylor, and Charles Wesley Godwin, stories that come from the Appalachian heart are connecting with people across the nation. They are touching on a plethora of social and socioeconomic topics. They are sharing OUR stories through the stories they put to music.  Are we seeing an Appalachian Renaissance?    Intro Music: Oliver Anthony Music

Let's talk breakfast. What's your preference? What are your thoughts on "Brinner?" How do you like your biscuits? What does your Mawmaw make the beast for breaky? We discuss this in more depth than we care to admit during this episode!  Cheers!

It's been a minute since we've been on the mic to hang out with y'all. This episode we catch up and talk a little about what we've been doing this past year. Cheers!

Hello? Did we break this thing? Crack open a cold one if you can hear me!

What’s Happalachenin’ has entered the realm of BBQ competitions! Cody and our great buddy Eric entered into the inaugural WV Downtown BBQ Throwdown in Ripley, WV. Gain some great insight into the wonderful world of competition barbecue during this fun episode!   WV Downtown BBQ Throwdown Cookout Coach   *We do not own the rights to any music that may have been heard in the background during interviews*

For nearly 2 months, social media platforms have had some buzz asking why Disney has yet to create an animated movie based in the Appalachian region. Considering its diverse history and vast collection of folklore and legend, this is a very valid question. We dive into this topic and discuss the importance of the hypothetical creators' responsibility to properly represent the folks of Appalachia rather than take the easy route of exploiting  cheap stereotypes.    Mind Your Business: Appalachian Sandwich Co. 1861 Public House Oscar’s Breakfast, Burgers, & Brew The Corner Hoagies & Hops Orbit’s Record Shop

Justin Lewis, a director of the West Virginia Fur Trappers Association and Gabe's longtime friend, joins us to talk about trapping for fur in Appalachia. We discuss his story of getting into trapping as well as how trapping has evolved over the last several decades. We learn the basics of the fur market as well as how integral trapping is for wildlife management.  Of course we get off topic here and there, but that tends to happen to friends over a couple cold ones. Plenty of laughs to go around in this episode.    Mind Your Business: Stone Tower Brews 1st & Main Burgers

No better time to celebrate our one year anniversary during No-Shave November than to have the owner and founder of Ohio Furnace Beard Company, Ryan Klaiber, join us to talk about the back story to the products that we have been personally using for a few years now! We discuss small business and creativity in Appalachia and how Appalachians overcome so much to be able to express their creativity. Oh, and we're now officially OFBC Beard Ambassadors! Use the code WHATSHAPPOFBC to get 15% off your online order!     Mind Your Business Secret Sandwich Society Lost Appalachia Trading Company

We talk about the newest name of our local minor league baseball team, the Charleston Dirty Birds. We touch on the importance of baseball to the Mountain State and the story behind the new name!  Charleston Dirty Birds  Mind Your Business: Parkersburg Brewing Company

Gabe participates in the "Beards on the Bend Facial Hair Competition" in Pomeroy, OH that was hosted by a local beard club known as the Big Bend Beardsmen. Hear from several of the event organizers and participants of the competition! You'll find that the work that these folks do is much bigger than the beards they grow! It's a really cool scene filled with amazingly cool people. Big Bend Beardsmen   "Mind Your Business" features: Tom-Tom's Ohio Furnace Beard Company

Our work schedules have been crazy as of late, so it seemed fitting to take Carson fishing for the afternoon. We talk about our favorite fishing stories from our childhood in Appalachia as well as other small talk. You also get to hear how a four-year-old out fished us. Cheers!

To kick off our second season we sit down with Kody and Mary Rachel Norris of a successful, flashy bluegrass band out of Tennessee known as The Kody Norris Show. We hear about their story of getting into the genre of bluegrass and their accomplishments on stage and on the road. Their style and brand truly provide "Authentic American Entertainment." Check out The Kody Norris Show here! And their Instagram here. And their Spotify here. Follow Radio Bristol here to watch their Farm Funtime Noon Show hosted by The Kody Norris Show! We also kick off a new segment for the new season called "Mind Your Business" where we highlight Appalachian businesses that are doing the good work. Check out: Jordyn's Deli Hillbilly Hotdogs

Cody is finally back from his short hiatus! The guys talk about their recent adventures and announce that they are entering a local "facial hair competition" organized by the Big Bend Beardsmen. They also discuss, in depth (but not scientifically), why they don't have the accent of typical Appalachians. This really bothers Gabe for some reason.   Cheers!

Gabe and his pops, Tim sit down with Dee and Angie Cowger of the renowned Custard Stand franchise. They discuss their story of taking a small business and growing it into a franchise, reinvesting back into their communities, and much more! We also have a definitive answer to the "hotdog chili" vs "hotdog sauce debate!" This is an inspiring story about a couple of the nicest folks we've ever met.   Custard Stand Bergoo Grill Webster County, WV

Gabe's wife Alissa fills in for Cody this week to talk about the family tradition of "304 Tours." Day trips and long weekend adventures are fun, but coining a name for the type of adventure they are just ups the ante. Hear about their most recent 304 Tour in this episode!  The Durbin Rocket Train Ride (Durbin, WV)   Green Bank Observatory   Cass, WV  Snowshoe Mountain  Webster County, WV  Sutton, WV

To celebrate Pride Month here in Appalachia, we have Ethan Bartlett join us to share his story! We hear about his experience of growing up in an Independent Fundamental Baptist church, how he voluntarily attended a “Conversion Camp” as a teen, and where he is now. This episode start out dark, but the Ethan has taken his traumatic experiences and uses them to help others.   Y’all means All. 🍻 Fairness WV

We touch on everything from Mothers' Day, beer talk, and even Gabe's high school rock band.

It's been a busy few weeks of work for the both of us, but we were excited to reminisce everything the podcast has let us experience the past 6 months. We've been able to share the unique stories of some folks we know personally as well as meet great people along the way. If you're a new listener, we encourage you to check our our previous episodes to hear more in-depth stories of the folks we discuss in this episode. You won't be disappointed.   Of course we still have our least favorite segment #GrindsMyBeard (which is likely a controversial one) and our most favorite #DrinkToThat.  Thanks for hanging out with us each episode and just enjoying our weekend conversations! We know that not everyone will agree with us on some stuff, but we know you guys are our friends and will love us any ways. Much love!

We sit down with the owner/curator of the Mothman Museum, Jeff Wamsley, to discuss the impact that one of the most famous cryptid creatures has had on its hometown. We talk about how the interest in the paranormal has grown the local economy and has been a catalyst for positive chance over the past 20 years.     Mothman Museum

The guys talk with Sarah Arnold, the founder and owner of "Clutch MOV." We talk about this independent media outlet's effect on its local community and how other local communities are taking notice. This episode shares the positive vibes that Appalachians can send out into the world.   Clutch MOV Instagram  Merch