The Dictator

The Dictator

In the mid-19th century, American “filibusters” descended on Latin America with an eye on extending the United States’ influence over the area. The most notorious of these men was William Walker of Tennessee, who led his band of Tennessee and Kentucky mercenaries into Nicaragua, where he made himself dictator. To this day, Walker’s name is […]

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The Ashland Tragedy

The Ashland Tragedy

On Christmas Eve in 1881, Ashland, Kentucky, was shattered by a horrific crime that would forever be known as the Ashland tragedy. Join us as we recount the chilling events that led to the brutal murd...

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Appalachia's Oldest Man

Appalachia's Oldest Man

Today we tell a story about a man from Kentucky whose life was said to have spanned across three centuries. Truth or fiction? Well, folks, you'll have to decide that for yourselves. Join us as we tell...

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The Appalachian Roots of Dr. Pepper

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This week, we tell the fascinating story of a beloved American soft drink, Dr Pepper.Join us as we explore the origins of this iconic beverage, which has roots right here in Appalachia. We'll take you...

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The Day the Road Burned: The Deadly 1972 Wreck on Bloody 11W

The Day the Road Burned: The Deadly 1972 Wreck on Bloody 11W

In the early morning hours of May 13, 1972, a head-on collision involving a double-decker Greyhound bus and a tractor-trailer occurred on US Route 11W, about 5 miles west of Bean Station, Tennessee. T...

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Our story today involves a member of the infamous Wild Bunch, Butch Cassidy's gang. Known as the wildest of the bunch, Harvey Alexander Logan, better known as Kid Curry, was a force to be reckoned wit...

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Wrapped In Mystery: A Pair of Appalachian Mummies

Wrapped In Mystery: A Pair of Appalachian Mummies

In the heart of Appalachia lies a small town with a story unlike any other.  Philippi, West Virginia, is home to two perfectly preserved mummies, the result of a mysterious embalming process developed...

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The Sacrifice of Lucinda Mills: A Kentucky Family's Descent Into Madness

The Sacrifice of Lucinda Mills: A Kentucky Family's Descent Into Madness

Join us this week as we tell a chilling story from Martin County, Kentucky. This episode recounts the harrowing events of January 9, 1933, when the quiet community of Tomahawk was rocked by a gruesome...

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Wings Over Appalachia: The John Paul Riddle Story

Wings Over Appalachia: The John Paul Riddle Story

This week we tell the story of a man from Pike County, Kentucky, who made his mark in aviation history.   Join Steve Gilly and Rod Mullins as they tell the story of John Paul Riddle, from his humble b...

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