The Dark Shadows of Blue RidgeThe Dark Shadows of Blue Ridge
Today we tell not one but two stories, both involving the same community in Fannin County, Georgia. In 1864 two men, brothers-in-law Elisha Stanley and Evan Hughes, became the victims
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The Lynching of Elmer HillThe Lynching of Elmer Hill
The holidays are here and as a treat to those of you subscribed to our blog, we thought we’d share an unreleased podcast episode with you as an exclusive! In
The Lumber King of AppalachiaThe Lumber King of Appalachia
William McClellan Ritter didn’t just cut down trees, he built an empire. In this week’s episode, we tell his story, from Pennsylvania farm boy to head of one of the
The Story of Isaac Cline, Appalachia’s Weather ManThe Story of Isaac Cline, Appalachia’s Weather Man
This week, Steve and Rod bring you the remarkable story of Isaac Cline, a Tennessee-born son of Appalachia who rose to become one of America’s most respected meteorologists. From his
Moonshine, Murder, and False Redemption: The Outlaw Clifton BranhamMoonshine, Murder, and False Redemption: The Outlaw Clifton Branham
In this episode from our YouTube channel, Steve and Rod tell the story of Clifton Branham, an outlaw who lived along the border between Virginia and Kentucky around the turn
The Unconventional Life and Tragic End of Bill EadsThe Unconventional Life and Tragic End of Bill Eads
On March 5, 1920, William H. Eads, better known as Bill Eads, passed away in Marion, Virginia. His final days were spent at the asylum for the insane, a tragic