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weird appalachia o'keeffe the rebel

O’Keeffe the Rebel S2E10

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Often the center of gossip, this artist was a true rebel to the core. Let ‘em talk! Georgia O’Keeffe was a trailblazer for women in the arts and wasn’t afraid to stir up some controversy. Mildly NSFW… it’s O’Keeffe, guys! You KNOW we have to talk about some human anatomy!

Seriously though…. We laughed so hard recording this episode, we almost didn’t get the thing made!

In the Episode:

  • Jess is BACK!
  • The life and scandalous times of Georgia O’Keeffe
  • The infamous flower paintings… lady parts?
  • The dreaded phrase “great WOMAN painter”
  • Georgia’s antics later in life
  • Our favorite works

 

Weird Appalachia Goin' Campy

Goin’ Campy S2E9

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Aliens! Mothman! Star Wars! Ninja Turtles! Zombies! Drag Queens!? Yes, all in one episode!

We are talking PURE CAMPINESS with special guest, artist, Jason Shepard. Jason is a master of campy, pop culture inspired art AND the author of his own comic book series, Price: Private Investigator.

In the Episode:

  • What the hell is camp, anyways?
  • The Little Green Men Festival
  • The Mothman Festival
  • Jason’s style & how he started creating comics
  • John Waters, the master of camp
  • Campiness movies, comics, TV, & our own art
  • TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES!

 

Weird Appalachia Out the Mud with Mack Tr3

Out the Mud with Mack Tr3 S2E8

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“Once you burn a bridge you get no love where I’m from…” Mack Tr3’s debut solo album just dropped, and we are beyond ecstatic to have him as a guest on the podcast. Tr3 is a Detroit rapper with Kentucky roots who loves 4 wheelin’ and rapping about his real life. Don’t miss out on “Out the Mud” available on itunes, and most major music apps.

In the Episode:

  • Mack Tr3’s family & connection to Eastern Kentucky
  • His experiences being a Detroit rapper, performing on stages the likes of Eminem have performed on
  • The creation of his first ever solo project
  • The inspiration behind tracks like Shop Talk and Out the Mud
  • Letcher County Wave!

 

Weird Appalachia Here's your Sign

Namastay Weird: Here’s your Sign S2E7

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When you hear the words “Appalachia” and “Spirituality” together you probably imagine a church on the hill, Sunday sermons preaching hellfire, hymns and river baptisms… and yes, we have that. And it’s beautiful! But, we also have those of us who found our spiritual paths in unconventional ways. Join us for a very special extended episode featuring our very special guest Hefner the Hare. Hefner is a one-woman spiritual machine: an herbalist, flow dancer, astrologist, artist, and owner of Hillbilly Hocus-Pocus.

In the Episode:

  • Hefner’s experiences being an astrologist/herbalist in Rural Appalachia
  • Our own spiritual journeys
  • Flow art
  • Finding your own path
  • Ancient Aliens?
  • What color is our soul?

 

Weird Appalachia Bad Internet

Bad Internet S2E4

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The internet has a way of scaring us. Whether it’s news stories, freaky hoaxes, or Big Brother watching at all times, the net can be a scary place. Queue the hysteria! It’s our 30TH EPISODE and we are exploring some recent cases of internet driven paranoia. This one is NSFW at times, y’all been warned!

In the Episode:

  • Internet hysteria
  • Elsagate… WTF YouTube?
  • # SAVE MARINA JOYCE!! A YouTube conspiracy theory
  • A terrifying 4CHAN prank
  • Momo! The terror of Facebook at the moment

 

Coal Miner's Daughter Weird Appalachia

Bad Movie Banter: Coal Miner’s Daughter S2E3

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Join us as we talk about the very NOT BAD Coal Miner’s Daughter; a film depicting the life of one of our favorite local legends, Miss Loretta Lynn!

In the Episode:

  • Good ole’ Butcher Holler
  • The uncanny representation of Eastern Kentucky in the Film
  • Loretta & Dolittle’s relationship
  • You know what they say about bologna!
  • The beauty and hilarity of having an Eastern Kentucky accent

 

Soundtrack of my Angst Weird Appalachia

Soundtrack of my Angst S2E2

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Ahhhh, puberty. Awkwardness. Angst… and GREAT FREAKIN’ MUSIC!! We are reliving the good ole’ days and talking about the music that shaped us as artists and as people!

In the Episode:

  • Our musical awakenings
  • How music has affected our lives and our art
  • Grunge, Emo, Techno… RADIOHEAD!!

 

Sunflowers Weird Appalachia

Sunflowers: A Look at Mental Health in the Arts S2E1

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We’re BACK! … and it’s been too long, you guys!

Guest and fellow artist Bug St. Paul joins us for a very special, extended episode about a very important topic: Mental Health in the Arts.

Many of history’s most esteemed artists like Vincent Van Gogh and Edvard Munch suffered from a mental illness. Join us for a very real look at what it is like to be a creative person in a small town.

In the Episode:

  • Our favorites and WHY they created their works
  • Being an Artist with Depression and/or Anxiety
  • The importance of seeking help
  • Reducing the stigma

 

It’s Called Fashion, Sweetie Weird Appalachia

It’s Called Fashion, Sweetie S1E26

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Style is an extension of our inner selves. So, what does Wisey’s tracksuit reflect? This week we are discussing the art of fashion, challenging gender norms, and embracing all the fun weirdness involved with Appalachian fashion choices!

In the Episode:

  • Avant-Garde Fashion… what even is that?
  • Men wearing leggings? Hell yeah!
  • A convent of DRAG NUNS!
  • Brand obsessions in small town Kentucky
  • Dress codes, wtf!?

 

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I Like the Way You Talk Weird Appalachia

I Like the Way You Talk S1E25

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Damn, son, I like the way you talk! Eastern Kentucky is a unique cultural goldmine (especially our neck of the woods!) rich with heritage and traditions passed down for generations. Our language is no different. Southerners are known for using unusual idioms, and this week Erin and special Guest Justin Darnell are knee deep in Appalachian turns of phrase in this lightly NSFW episode featuring lots of colorful language.

In the Episode:

  • Justin Darnell’s Appalachian Word/Phrase of the Day
  • The most unusual idioms we’ve ever heard
  • The curse/blessing of having a southern accent
  • What the hell is “Blackguarding”?
  • Game (kind of) “What’s this saying mean?”