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S11E4: A Hug From the Mountains w/ Fr. Marc Bentley
Jun 16, 2026
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S11E3: Mental Health in Rural Communities w/ Andrea Brooks
May 19, 2026
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S11E2: Ancestry and Storytelling w/ Cathy Rigg
May 12, 2026
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S11E1: Exploring Art and Identity w/ Cody LeRoy Wilson
May 5, 2026
39m 53s
S10E6: Mission-Driven Leadership w/ Jennifer Stolo
Mar 10, 2026
33m 08s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 6/16/26 |  S11E4: A Hug From the Mountains w/ Fr. Marc Bentley | On today's finale of The Mountain Spirit Podcast, we sit down with Fr. Marc Bentley, a priest of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Lexington. Fr. Marc is from Pike County, Kentucky and holds the mountains close to his heart. In 2019, he became the first Roman Catholic priest known to hold an M.A. in Appalachian Studies. Listen to him speak about ministry and purpose in Appalachia. Check out work from the Roman Catholic Diocese of Lexington: https://cdlex.org/ | — | ||||||
| 5/19/26 |  S11E3: Mental Health in Rural Communities w/ Andrea Brooks | May is #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth. Join us as we talk with Andrea Brooks, a counselor, educator, and leader with nearly two decades of experience shaping the future of mental health care. From her work in eastern Kentucky to national leadership roles, Andrea shares insight on counseling, advocacy, and supporting rural communities in meaningful ways. Don't miss this thoughtful and inspiring conversation. Learn more about CAP's counseling services here. If you or someone you love needs immediate help, please dial 988! | — | ||||||
| 5/12/26 |  S11E2: Ancestry and Storytelling w/ Cathy Rigg | Rooted in seven generations of Appalachian lineage, author Cathy Rigg joins the podcast to talk about ancestry, storytelling, and the voices that refuse to be silenced. We explore her debut historical novel That Which Binds Us, the power of the maternal line, and why it's never too late to answer the call to write. Visit Cathy's website. Shop Cathy's book. | — | ||||||
| 5/5/26 |  S11E1: Exploring Art and Identity w/ Cody LeRoy Wilson✨ | artidentity+3 | Cody LeRoy Wilson | Did My Grandfather Kill My Grandfather? | Plum Run, West VirginiaAppalachian+1 | Cody LeRoy WilsonAppalachian+5 | — | 39m 53s | |
| 3/10/26 |  S10E6: Mission-Driven Leadership w/ Jennifer Stolo✨ | mission-driven leadershipnonprofit organizations+3 | Jennifer Stolo | Make-A-WishRobert Craig Films+2 | — | leadershipnonprofit+6 | — | 33m 08s | |
| 3/3/26 |  S10E5: Community Storytelling w/ Jessica Miles✨ | community storytellingwomen's voices+4 | Jessica Miles | Appalachian Media InstituteAppalshop+1 | Appalachia | community storytellingAppalachia+4 | — | 38m 38s | |
| 2/24/26 |  S10E4: The Life of an Appalachian Cherokee w/ Warren Dupree✨ | Appalachian cultureCherokee heritage+3 | Warren Dupree | American Legion | Cherokee, North Carolina | CherokeeAppalachian+5 | — | 39m 54s | |
| 2/17/26 |  S10E3: Discovering Your Unique Voice w/ Kari Gunter-Seymour✨ | poetryAppalachian culture+3 | Kari Gunter-Seymour | Spoken and Heard | — | poetryAppalachian roots+5 | — | 37m 46s | |
| 2/10/26 |  S10E2: Championing Community Stories w/ Willa Johnson✨ | storytellingcommunity advocacy+4 | Willa Johnson | Invest AppalachiaWorthy Ground Project | Appalachia | Appalachian storytellercommunity advocate+6 | — | 33m 18s | |
| 2/3/26 |  S10E1: Uplifting Mountain Voices w/ Buddy Forbes✨ | Appalachian culturestorytelling+3 | Buddy Forbes | WYMT | Appalachian mountains | Appalachiajournalism+5 | — | 33m 17s | |
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| 12/9/25 |  S9E6: Stepping Forward in Faith w/ Shana Miller✨ | transformationfaith+3 | Shana Miller | CAP | Appalachia | faithtransformation+4 | — | 40m 11s | |
| 12/2/25 |  S9E5: Celebrating Your Heritage w/ William Isom II✨ | heritageidentity+3 | William Isom II | Black in AppalachiaPBS | — | heritageidentity+5 | — | 36m 48s | |
| 11/25/25 |  S9E4: The Heartbeat of the Hills w/ Bill and Addie Likens✨ | outreach ministrycommunity transformation+5 | Bill LikensAddie Likens | Dunlow Community Center | West VirginiaAppalachia | outreachcommunity center+6 | — | 37m 57s | |
| 11/18/25 |  S9E3: Connecting Soil and Soul w/ Katie Carrico✨ | homesteadingsheep farming+3 | Katie Carrico | — | Eastern KentuckyAppalachian | homesteadersheep farmer+4 | — | 35m 39s | |
| 11/11/25 |  S9E2: The Diverse Sounds of Appalachian Music w/ Jessica Blakenship | 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! Check out the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame website. Check out their upcoming events here. Book your tour of the Hall of Fame today! | — | ||||||
| 11/4/25 |  S9E1: Unleashing Appalachia's Resources w/ Seth Long | In the Season 9 premiere of The Mountain Spirit podcast, we sit down with Seth Long, Executive Director of H.O.M.E.S. Inc. From flood relief to maple syrup farming in Appalachia, Seth has many insights on how to love your neighbor and be a good steward of our land. Today's episode is one you don't want to miss! Check out H.O.M.E.S. Inc's website here. Learn more about Seth's farm. Watch the impact made during the floods 2022. | — | ||||||
| 9/9/25 |  S8E6: Cooking Up Hope w/ Melonie Effler | September is #HungerActionMonth and in this week's finale of The Mountain Spirit, we're pulling up a chair with Melonie Effler, known affectionately as "Momma Mel". From her East Tennessee roots to her kitchen ministry, Mel's story is a reminder that food isn't just fuel. It's love, faith, and family. Come sit with us and feel the heart behind every bite. Visit Melonie's website here. Check out Melonie's hit YouTube channel. | — | ||||||
| 9/2/25 |  S8E5: From Service to the Stage w/ Jordan Allen | We have a special treat for you today on The Mountain Spirit podcast. Kentucky's own Jordan Allen, who was featured on Season 27 of The Voice, joins our show to share how his Appalachian roots shaped his music and mission. From small-town stages to national spotlight, Jordan's story is one of grit, grace, and the power of community. Tune in to hear how he's lifting up the next generation of Appalachian songwriters. Visit Jordan's website here. Check out his upcoming performances here. | — | ||||||
| 8/26/25 |  S8E4: Stories Worth Remembering w/ Kelley St. Germain | On today's episode of The Mountain Spirit podcast, filmmaker and cultural preservationist Kelley St. Germain shares how storytelling became a mission to protect Appalachian heritage. Kelley is the founder of Germain Media, LLC and Appalachian Memory Keepers. Tune in for a powerful reminder of why these stories matter—and why they must be preserved. Check out the work being done at Appalachian Memory Keepers. Follow Kelley's work at Germain Media. | — | ||||||
| 8/19/25 |  S8E3: Literacy as a Lifeline w/ Geraldine Bard | In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Dr. Geraldine Bard, co-founder of Project FLIGHT, a groundbreaking literacy initiative that has placed over 3 million books into the hands of children and families across the globe. From Buffalo to Micronesia, Dr. Bard shares how her mission to promote literacy as a tool for equity, peace, and opportunity has transformed lives and communities. We explore the roots of Project FLIGHT, the power of family engagement, and why literacy is more than just reading—it's a social justice issue. You'll hear powerful stories, including the impact of a single book on a child's future, and learn how partnerships with schools, parents, and faith-based organizations are helping close the achievement gap. Whether you're an educator, advocate, or simply someone who believes in the power of words, this episode will leave you inspired to take action. Visit Project FLIGHT's website here. | — | ||||||
| 8/12/25 |  S8E2: Leading Change In Appalachia w/ Robin Gabbard | In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Robin Gabbard, President of the Mountain Association, to explore her lifelong dedication to Appalachia and her vision for building a new economy in Eastern Kentucky. From her early days at LKLP Community Action to leading one of the region's most impactful nonprofits, Robin shares stories of resilience, innovation, and community transformation. We dive into the Mountain Association's work in business lending, energy efficiency, policy advocacy, and more—plus the power of storytelling in shaping the future of the region. Whether you're passionate about rural development, nonprofit leadership, or the future of Appalachia, this episode is for you. Check out The Mountain Association's website here. Read about The Mountain Association's work with Gwen Christon of Isom IGA here. Watch The Mountain Association install solar panels for help local grocery store here. | — | ||||||
| 8/5/25 |  S8E1: From Nurse to Nation-Builder w/ Tiffany Sturdivant | In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Tiffany Sturdivant, a former nurse turned powerhouse cultural leader and Executive Director of Appalshop. From her roots in Mississippi community activism to her current work preserving Appalachian voices, Tiffany shares her journey of transformation, resilience, and radical care. She leads with heart and heritage where art, advocacy, and voting rights in the South intersect. She will share what it means to lead with joy, purpose, and a deep love of place. Whether you're passionate about cultural preservation, grassroots organizing, or simply love a good story of reinvention, this episode will move and motivate you. Tune in and discover how Tiffany is making a mark in Appalachia—one story, one song, one community at a time. Visit Appalshop's website: https://appalshop.org/ Get lost in the history of Appalachia through Appalshop's archives: https://www.appalshoparchive.org/ | — | ||||||
| 6/10/25 |  S7E6: Rethinking Rural Housing w/ Wendy Smith | When the country faced a housing crisis in 2008, Kentucky was already immersed in it. Affordable and reliable housing in rural communities is facing many challenges, with countless homes needed to be built on an inadequate budget. Facing this rural housing crisis head-on is Wendy Smith, the Deputy Executive Director of Housing Programs at Kentucky Housing Corporation. Join us in this season finale, as Wendy explores the needs in rural housing and her hope for the future. Visit Kentucky Housing Corporation website. | — | ||||||
| 6/3/25 |  S7E5: How Literature Shapes Us w/ Jessica Cory | Every culture and region are shaped by the stories told within it. Appalachia has a vast and diverse history, enriched by the unique voices of its people. Jessica Cory, editor of The Appalachian Journal, shares her research, exploring the role of literature in Appalachian identity. Jessica shares stories not often told, exploring complex themes and topics, and offering new perspectives from within an understudied region. Visit Jessica Cory's website. Check out the Appalachian Journal. | — | ||||||
| 5/27/25 |  S7E4: Preserving the History of Coal Mining w/ Amanda Hughes | The coal industry has a long history within the mountains of eastern Kentucky. That history is still seen today in places like the Kentucky Coal Museum in Harlan County, Kentucky. Joining our show today is the museum's curator, Amanda Hughes. We invite you to learn about the hardworking men and women who have shaped our region, the importance of preserving their stories, and the ways that Appalachian culture is reflected in our industrial past. Plan your visit at the Kentucky Coal Museum today. Learn more about Appalachian history. | — | ||||||
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