Season 10 of The Mountain Spirit opens with journalist Buddy Forbes , whose work is rooted in making sure Appalachians can tell their own stories in their own words.
Join us for a premiere that uplifts the voices, experiences, and truths of the Appalachian mountains and the people who call them home.

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We're closing out Season 9 of The Mountain Spirit podcast with a powerful story of transformation and faith through a new CAP initiative called Steppingstones. Join us as we sit down with Shana Miller, whose journey spotlights why second chances matter and what it means to witness lives transformed through service. Her story reminds us that unexpected turns can lead us exactly where we're meant to be. Tune in to hear how Shana is helping our neighbors in Appalachia find hope and stability.

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In this episode of The Mountain Spirit, we sit down with William Isom II, the driving force behind Black in Appalachia, a nonprofit dedicated to uncovering and celebrating the overlooked history of African Americans in the region. From preserving archives to amplifying local voices, William shares how these stories reshape our understanding of Appalachian culture. Tune in for a powerful conversation about heritage, identity, and the truth that binds communities together.

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What does love in action look like in Appalachia? Meet Bill and Addie Likens, whose outreach ministry at Dunlow Community Center has transformed lives in rural West Virginia. In this episode of The Mountain Spirit podcast, they share how faith, resilience, and community partnerships are meeting critical needs and inspiring hope in their region.

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Episode 50 of The Mountain Spirit podcast is here! We're celebrating this milestone with an inspiring guest, Katie Carrico, who is a homesteader and sheep farmer from Eastern Kentucky. Katie is building a life deeply connected to the land with her family. Join us as we explore what it means to live out this connection with our Appalachian roots. Don't miss this special episode!

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In this episode, Jessica Blankenship, Executive Director of the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame, joins us to dive into the rich, unexpected, and ever-evolving sounds of Appalachian music. From banjos and ballads to boundary-pushing artists, discover how Kentucky's musical roots continue to inspire and surprise generations. You won't want to miss this celebration of culture, creativity, and rhythm!

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