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Weird Appalachia Haunts & Haints

Haunts & Haints S2E19

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IT’S ALMOST HALLOWEEN! We are celebrating Weird Appalachia style – telling ghost stories in a dark creepy attic AND sharing YOUR submitted listener stories. It’s a creepy good time! We had so many amazing story submissions! There was no way we could fit them all in this episode, so be sure to visit weirdappalachia.com in the coming days until Halloween for all of them!

In the Episode:

  • Erin’s upbringing in a haunted house
  • No, Wisey… NO OUIJA BOARD!
  • A spooky story passed down from Jess’ granny
  • An underground seance in a Baptist church!?

 

weird appalachia mountain death rituals

Mountain Death Rituals S2E18

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Appalachia – land of many tales and quirks. Our home is full of lore and specific customs, especially when it comes to death. Out-of-towners might just think we are a little weird, but we are very set in our ways when it comes to our death rituals. Kentucky Funeral Director Tommy Campbell is our special guest!

In the Episode:

  • Superstitions and “signs” that a death is coming
  • Appalachian Death Crowns
  • Strange customs
  • Playing hide and seek in the funeral home!?

Episode Resources:

http://www.appalachiantalk.org/2019/01/23/death-crowns-in-appalachian-folklore-creepy-or-comforting/

https://blindpigandtheacorn.com/death-superstitions-and-traditions-in-appalachia/

 

weird appalachia redneck reputations

Redneck Reputations S2E16

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It’s time for a little R & R, y’all! Redneck Reputations! Comedian Justin Darnell joins me in an all-new podcast episode where we are really going there when it comes to Appalachian stereotypes.

For better or worse, our area is riddled with ideas about who and what we are. Whether it’s the media painting us in a negative light, or delightfully fun (but still inaccurate) films and shows portraying us dumb, barefoot hillbillies, there are loads of stereotypes and misconceptions about us Appalachians.

Our humor may be a little crude at times, but it is all said with love. And if you can’t laugh at yourself, who can you laugh at?

In The Episode:

  • Common Appalachian Stereotypes: the good, the bad, and the ugly
  • You must LOVE Kentucky Fried Chicken!
  • Our thoughts and a little (somewhat credible) history lesson on the opioids crisis
  • The entrepreneurial spirit of Appalachian millennials

 

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?”