We've got a bit of a riff episode this week because Chuck is evacuating from Hurricane Milton. Big John shares his harrowing stories of growing up as an overweight kid longing to be an athlete, we analyze Fat Bear Week, and then having a lengthy discussion about the misinformation surrounding the Hurricane Helene response in Appalachia Timestamps 0…

On today's episode, Chuck talks with Rep. Ruwa Romman, the Palestinian-American organizer and policy analyst representing Georgia's 97th House District. She is the first Muslim and Palestinian woman ever elected to the Georgia State House of Representatives. We talk about her background and her work as an elected official, as well as the Uncommitte…

On today's episode, Chuck talks with Christopher J. Williamson, Assistant Secretary for Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA). Secretary Williamson leads the federal agency in charge of keeping all miners safe and healthy, and was a key figure behind rule changes that help protect miners from silica dust exposure. We're thrilled he joined th…

On today's episode, Chuck and Big John talk about WVU's confusing and extremely disappointing blame game about the Appalachian studies minor, discuss the bonkers racism coming out of politicians mouths about Haitian migrants in Springfield, OH, and then Chuck talks to D.J. Byrnes — the man holding Buckeye state politicians feet to the fire under th…

On today's episode, Chuck and Big John demand an apology from Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and the Detroit Tigers Major League Baseball team for reasons which you'll soon find out, discuss John Russell's historic speech at the Democratic National Convention, talk with Mike from the Mothboys Podcast, and question the integrity of an election in Ke…

On today's episode, Chuck and Big John plead with listeners to fund their expedition to the Ponderosa Buffet in Taipei, Taiwan, discuss the lack of restrictions in West Virginia on kangaroo ownership, cast doubt at school districts banning crowdfunding, and Chuck speaks with Laura Morris about her newly published book, “The Stone Catchers.” Find ou…

On today's episode, Chuck and Big John talk why private equity is buying up trailer parks nationwide and how the community of Charlottesville, VA fought a buy-out to keep ownership local. We also talk about Tim Walz and why he's leaps and bounds better than ol' John Dammit Vance Timestamps 02:29 — A brief chat about ol' TIm Walz 15:15 — Background …

On today's episode, Chuck and Big John talk about what sports Appalachians would be the best at in the Olympics, a John Dammit Vance update, and discuss whether Appalachia is Trump Country Timestamps 02:29 — Disclaimer about Veepstakes 03:28 — Olympic archery at Best Buy 07:40 — What sport Appalachians would be best at in the Olympics 12:38 — Brief…

On today's episode, Chuck and Big John discuss the Veepstakes, JD Vance's terrible horrible no good very bad week, and the looming threat to marriage equality stemming from a lawsuit from Kentucky Timestamps 3:30 — Update on the Veepstakes 14:53 — JD Vance's terrible no good very bad week 35:15 — Kim Davis rears her ugly ahead again on marriage equ…

With the rise of John Dammit Vance to the lapdog of a presidential ticket, it is required of us to revisit his dumpster fire book and provide a response to the dreaded tome — so we can be unburdened by what has been. ----------------------------------------------- HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA! Join our Patreon, for as little as $1/month, and access liv…

We are here with a special episode discussing Biden dropping out and his potential VP choices. We will be back in your feed tomorrow with an episode all about John Dammit Vance. Join our discord - / discord ----------------------------------------------- HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA! Join our Patreon, for as little as $1/month, and access live events, …

In lieu of our planned episode this week, we recorded our reaction to the assassination attempt against former President Trump and touch briefly on John Dammit Vance. This was recorded before he was named as the VP nominee, but fear not friends — we will be addressing that next week! Join our discord - / discord ------------------------------------…

Chuck and Big John discuss the Supreme Court's most recent decision to overturn the $6 billion settlement with the Sackler family/Purdue Pharma for their role in the opioid epidemic, opening the family up to legal liability individually. We talk about whether this was a good thing for the victims and what we can expect in the future. Timestamps: In…

This week, Chuck and John are taking some time to be with their families on the 4th so we're digging into our podcast vault and sharing one of our favorite episodes with you about two of America's greatest treasurers: Ponderosa Buffett and Dolly Parton. Join our discord - https://discord.gg/YqC37aJnWu -----------------------------------------------…

Chuck is finally back in the states and moved in to his new place, so we are back to putting out episodes! We hope they'll be more timely from here on out. This week, we have a news round up where we discuss massive weed pardons in Maryland, JD Vance's misdiagnosis of the housing crisis, and on Patreon we talk about the mural featuring Babydog at t…

Chuck had to leave town abruptly, so this episode is a bit late and not our traditional format, but we wanted to talk about the Federalist article called “There is nothing loving about Dolly Parton's false gospel”, why it's absurd, and our thoughts on it. Plus, we discuss the money that is going into Mothman's hind quarters. -----------------------…

Chuck and Big John talk about how some in Congress are trying to re-criminalize THC, which would deal a massive blow to the CBD/Hemp industry, destroy jobs, and harm people who rely on them. Then, we talk with West Virginia-native singer-songwriter Huey Mack about his initial success in hip hop, his evolution as an artist over the years to a more A…

Chuck and Big John talk about a question they posed, “How would you describe Appalachia to someone who has never been there”, and the answers they received. Then, we have an extensive interview with Beckley, WV-based attorney Steve New, who has represented many pro-wrestlers as their attorney, and has worked on complex litigation representing babie…

Chuck and Big John talk about a poll they published asking if West Virginia is part of the South, then talk with Kenneth Vigue (CHAD: A Fallout 76 Podcast) about how the game has sparked interest and intrigue into the region and more! CHAD: A Fallout 76 Podcast: https://fallout76podcast.com/ Fallout For Hope Charity: https://falloutforhope.com/ Fea…

Chuck and Big John talk about the movie Heavyweights, why they support students protesting on college campuses, the big win for unions in Chattanooga, and a beef that may not actually be a beef? Opening song: "Way to Live" by Tyler Nail Website: https://www.tylernail.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5AKRrZv9d9IsQZ74sahg7e Beef Rap - Cr…

Chuck and Big John talk about the best comments they received on a video about Ponderosa, Chuck interview's JD Belcher about his new podcast series on the Upper Big Branch Mine Disaster, and..... a 4/20 beef? Check out UBB: A Coal Miner's Story https://upperbigbranch.com/ ----------------------------------------------- HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA! Joi…

Chuck and Big John are back, and share their thoughts on Dave Ramsey's out-of-touch feelings, a beef mea culpa, and much more. Check out TJ's show, the Appalachian Firesides Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/ee/podcast/appalachian-firesides/id1582121358 ----------------------------------------------- HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA! Join our Patreon, f…

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Callie and Chuck discuss Don Blankenship's ridiculous bid for senate running as a Democrat in West Virginia, and why "pussy" was being shouted in the West Virginia legislature this week. [This show is an opinion show. The hosts merely express their opinions, and are not acting as a news source. Any opinions expressed about people like, say, Don Bla…

Chuck talks with Justice Hudson, a freelance reporter covering homelessness in Wheeling, WV about the recent actions by the city to demolish homeless camps, and how these destructive policies spread far beyond just his city. Support homeless people in wheeling: StreetMoms (amazon wishlist): http://tinyurl.com/2t3czr5f LIfeHub WV: https://lifehubwv.…