Appalachian Imagination

With a quick look back at 1942, and some history of early McKee Kentucky. This episode kicks off the new format that has been laid out to give you all a better and more informed listening experience.

Justin and Jason speak a little on Mr. George Felty and some of the memories of him. George was a great person and always dressed sharp when he went to town. At one time he was sheriff and part owner in the Sand Gap Theater.

George Candee was a very interesting character who had part in the founding of McKee. It was an article covered in the episode that was written by Jess D. Wilson and provided to us by The Jackson County Sun www.jacksonsunky.com In the 1864 election President Abraham Lincoln got every vote in Jackson County, Kentucky except 10.

Healthy Habits- Justin has started using shilajit and Baha Gold sea & mineral salt, with great results so far. Jason and Amy tried mullein tea and are firm believers in the benefits of mullein. Props to Jory Bowling and Jennifer Cathcart for for all the all of the wonderful information that they share with the world.

In the Appalachias this week-The good and bad of daylight savings time. Will they do away with it in Kentucky?

Congratulations to the Owsley County Owls this week for taking it to Rupp Arena this week!

The big topic covered this week is what the Daniel Boone National Forest has to offer, as well as The Heidelberg Locke and the Fitchburg Furnace, and a little on Morel mushrooms.

We thank God for all things Appalachian!

Thank YOU for listening!

We thank our sponsors-The Jackson County Sun, WWAG Wagon Country, The Jackson County Extension Office, Spokeless Wheel Farm, Living Stone Outreach, John Caywood.

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In this episode Justin and Jason tell of some things to come with Appalachian Imagination. The interviews and stories of the fine people will continue to air on a regular basis but we want to give our listeners more! Work is already under way with the team doing research on a lot more history of the region as well as true crime stories that have taken place that will hit home for folks in the region. Stay tuned for more information!

We wish Papaw Paul a Happy retirement from his job as a school bus driver!

We also want to wish Nate Reagan a happy 18th birthday!

The episode goes on and they discuss folks and businesses that have had a big hand in making the podcast a success and we always want everyone to know that they are greatly appreciated. The fellas go on as they often do taking the conversation in several different directions. Spring is upon us and gardening season is almost here. So we encourage everyone to grow something for themselves to eat this year. Even if you only grow a little the reward is always great when you do it for yourself.

Thank you to The Jackson County Sun, WWAG Wagon Country, The Jackson County Extension Office, Spokeless Wheel Farm, Living Stone Outreach, John Caywood, Audra Ewing, Jason Isaacs, Everyone who has ever listened and all who continue to do so, and all of the fine folks who have came in for an interview. Most of all we thank God for the wonderful opportunity to do this! Banjo theme by=Ben Parker (Tidalwave Road). Website appalachianimagination.com for more pictures and stories

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With one living on the hill and the other living in the holler, Ben Parker and Jason have been friends since childhood. They share stories of riding mules and horses, rope burns,and wrestling with them. They go on to discuss the Pigg Cemetery (a historical cemetery in Jackson County) and some of the history of it. 3 brothers died of the same disease during the Civil War. The graves are all covered with massive stones.

The conversation goes into several different subjects all leading into what Ben is doing now. He now lives and is a barber in Williamsburg, Kentucky and the lead singer as well as banjo player in the bluegrass band Tidalwave Road. They are registering on Bluegrass charts and growing more popular with every show they play. You can check out their music on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/0e45wF9cMVwz0Ea0Rywljl?si=2jZQWza4SJWl7xJ0wZ-rLA and all other streaming platforms.

With history lessons, sink holes, caves, coal mines, music, and two old friends catching up, we are sure you will enjoy the stories that are shared in this episode! At the end of the episode Ben plays us an old tune titled Cumberland Gap.

We thank God for the music from the mountains!

We thank You for listening and your ongoing support!

We thank our sponsors WWAG wagoncountry.com The Jackson County Sun jacksonsunky.com and our friend in Oklahoma, John Caywood. Website appalachianimagination.com for more pictures and stories

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Justin gives us a run down on his health routine. Being a self proclaimed “health and wellness nerd” Justin sits down with us to discuss a topic that is near and dear to his heart. He talks about his own health struggles in his life, what caused them, what he’s doing and what you can do to help make your health a top priority. He explains the benefit of hydrogen water, grounding, breathe work, cold and heat immersion and gene testing to have you feeling a level of wellness that you might not have experienced before in your life. Remember folks, you’re only as wealthy as you are healthy. The good Lord gave us these vessels to take care of, and it’s our job to make sure that task is carried out. Stay healthy and as always, stay awesome Appalachia! We thank God for all things! We thank You for listening! We thank our sponsors-The Jackson County Sun, bringing the news since 1926 jacksonsunky.com /Living Stone Outreach, lending a hand to folk who need it and having no prejudice in doing so./WWAG wagoncountry.com/ our friend in Oklahoma, John Caywood. Website appalachianimagination.com for more pictures and stories

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This is the interview as heard on the Dial and Deal show on WWAG 107.9fm.

Artimus has had a full life in the music industry and shows no signs of quitting anytime soon! In the year of 1974 he was recommended by the legendary Charlie Daniels to the band Lynyrd Skynyrd to take the spot of the original drummer Bob Burns, due to health reasons.

Artimus tells the story of his father being killed in a plane crash and after he signed the wrongful death papers on his dad, he put his last dollar in gas to go record the song Saturday Night Special.

Many stories are shared in this episode and some were really emotional. The plane crash that took the lives of band members Ronnie Van Zant, Steve Gaines, Cassie Gaines, and road manager Dean Kilpatrick has had a big impact on the music scene since that day October 20, 1977.

The latest project that Artimus is working on is titled Anthems: Honoring the music of Lynyrd Skynyrd it is a collaboration of the Artimus Pyle Band (A.P.B.) featuring several big name stars in the music industry. Dolly Parton, Sammy Hagar, Marty Raybon, Ronnie Dunn, and Jarrod Niemann, just to name a few! It has been put together with labor and love from the folks at Get Joe Records.

Click the link provided here to hear the album on Spotify-https://open.spotify.com/album/1l9wr4DW36jYbqW3hoKU3k?si=xlaCVUdvR-CsLaG6txYruA We thank God for good music! We thank You for listening and your continuing support!

We thank our sponsors~ The Jackson County Sun, bringing the news since 1926 jacksonsunky.com /Living Stone Outreach, lending a hand to folk who need it and having no prejudice in doing so./WWAG wagoncountry.com/ our friend in Oklahoma, John Caywood. Website appalachianimagination.com for more pictures and stories

YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@appalachianimagination2023

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If you would like to contact us for any reason email [email protected] STAY AWESOME APPALACHIA!

Melissa was born in Jackson County, Florida and was moved to Jackson County, Kentucky when she was only a month old. She is currently employed at Jackson County EMS. Melissa reached out to us through Facebook and wanted to come on for an episode to talk about suicide prevention.

Mental health over all is something that is hard for people to talk about but it is definitely worth discussing. Melissa is a suicide survivor and now an ambassador for the I'm Glad You Stayed Project. She is ready to "Put boots to the ground" as she would say and do the work to help someone else who has suffered with mental battles, and show them that someone cares.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is a resource for anyone that is available via call or text.

The Trevor Project call 866-488-7386 or text "Start" 678-678

Veterans Crisis Line call 988, Press 1 or text 838255

Big O Foundation email thebigofoundation,org

I'm Glad You Stayed Project email imgladyoustayedproject.org

Melissa gave us some bracelets and flyers so if you see any of us out and about and want one, let us know.

In the flyer it gives a couple of ways to talk to and help someone who may be thinking of suicide. One way is as follows-"Do you want me to listen? I may not understand completely but l can learn how you feel and find ways to help you." It also gives examples of what not to do in the flyer.

If someone threatening suicide call 911!

To reach Melissa https://www.facebook.com/mharrison621?mibextid=JRoKGi We thank God for everyone who has decided to stay another day! We thank You for listening and your continuing support!

We thank our sponsors~ The Jackson County Sun, bringing the news since 1926 jacksonsunky.com /Living Stone Outreach, lending a hand to folk who need it and having no prejudice in doing so./WWAG wagoncountry.com/ our friend in Oklahoma, John Caywood. Website appalachianimagination.com for more pictures and stories

YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@appalachianimagination2023

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If you would like to contact us for any reason email [email protected] STAY AWESOME APPALACHIA!

The human race all too often relies on the conveniences of modern medicines. While better, more natural remedies are often right under our noses and some of them growing in our yards. Did you know, that the cambium layer of willow bark can work as a pain reliever can help with headaches? Did you know the dreaded dandelion is edible and is really good for heart health? With some research and hiking, you will find that Mother Nature has provided us with an almost full medicine cabinet. Cures/Remedies for upset stomach, headaches, allergies, things for the nervous system, topical solutions, and the list goes on and on.

Our good friend and Medicine Man, Jory joins us again in this episode,to give us a lot of insight on things that nature has to offer in the way of medicines.

We do strongly suggest that you do your own research, and are in no way responsible for any mistakes that you or any individual may make, while harvesting or preparing any wild grown food or medicine. With some studying and walks through nature, you will find that the Appalachian Mountains have everything needed for life. There's foods and medicines growing in the wild. Fresh clean water. Timber for shelter. Coal and wood for fire. Fresh clean air and so much more.

We thank God for nature's bounty and the lessons we learn through life!

We thank You for listening and your continuing support!

We thank our sponsors~ The Jackson County Sun, bringing the news since 1926 jacksonsunky.com /Living Stone Outreach, lending a hand to folk who need it and having no prejudice in doing so./WWAG wagoncountry.com/ our friend in Oklahoma, John Caywood. Website appalachianimagination.com for more pictures and stories

YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@appalachianimagination2023

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If you would like to contact us for any reason email [email protected] STAY AWESOME APPALACHIA!

The week of January has been a cold one here in Eastern Kentucky! We have had temperatures as low as -7, snow, and wind that would chill you to the bone. As with any other time of year we have still went to work to provide for the family. The roads have been slick but thankfully we have made it safely back and forth.

Jason speaks on survival and talked a little bit about the Donner party, who had a horrific experience because they weren't prepared. Caught in a blizzard on their trek across America, they ate their mules, the family dog, and some of them even turned to cannibalism.

Appalachians have been known for survival from the early settlers right up till now.

This episode was short due to weather but we will be back in full swing next week.

We thank God for his kindness,mercy and seeing us through the storms!

We thank You for listening and your continuing support!

We thank our Sponsors- Farm Bureau of McKee 606-287-7124. Living Stone Outreach in Sand Gap, bringing the community together without prejudice 606-287-7784. The Jackson County Sun bringing the news to you since 1926 www.jacksonsunky.com 606-287-7197. Our friend in Oklahoma, John Caywood. Website appalachianimagination.com for more pictures and stories

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If you would like to contact us for any reason email [email protected] STAY AWESOME APPALACHIA!

Hailing from 96, South Carolina. Jennifer is an influencer who has studied hard and really honed her skills on canning as well as food preservation, tinctures, and so many other things that we are sure you will enjoy listening to! With her main platform being TikTok you can tune in and enjoy her family friendly sense of humor, and learn so many different things that are beneficial to life. https://www.tiktok.com/@jcat_2020?_t=8izFSIesaQp&_r=1

She pokes a little fun at the "Canning Karens/Pearl Clutchers" who give her flack on her videos, but it doesn't break her stride. A quote that she uses quite often is "Your kitchen, your rules." Jennifer's goal is to help or encourage others to do things on their own. The methods she uses are tried and have been proven to be true by her and her family.

We thank God for all of the skills and abilities, that we are blessed with!

We thank You for listening and your continued support! We thank our Sponsors- Farm Bureau of McKee 606-287-7124. Living Stone Outreach in Sand Gap, bringing the community together without prejudice 606-287-7784. The Jackson County Sun bringing the news to you since 1926 www.jacksonsunky.com 606-287-7197. Our friend in Oklahoma, John Caywood. Website appalachianimagination.com for more pictures and stories

YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@appalachianimagination2023

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If you would like to contact us for any reason email [email protected] STAY AWESOME APPALACHIA!

This is a very loose episode, touching on several different topics. Flat Earth was discussed, but not saying any of us are sold on it. We also talked a little on Native Americans using turtles for calendars. Should there be 13 months in a year, with 28 days per month?

Feel free to jump in the Questions and answers and tell us your opinion on any of the subjects that we discuss. All answers and comments will be posted as long as the language is clean and fit for all ages.

This is the very first episode of 2024! We want you all to know that we truly appreciate all of you. Folks like you keep us moving forward and we are happy to know that people enjoy the stories of and from our people.

This year we are gonna do several episodes on how to do things, why we do certain things, and topics that may help someone who needs to hear it. We will also continue with interviews of people from or in the Appalachian region.

We thank God for all things, whether we understand or not!

We thank You for listening and your continuing support! We thank our Sponsors- Farm Bureau of McKee 606-287-7124. Living Stone Outreach in Sand Gap, bringing the community together without prejudice 606-287-7784. The Jackson County Sun bringing the news to you since 1926 www.jacksonsunky.com 606-287-7197. Our friend in Oklahoma, John Caywood. Website appalachianimagination.com for more pictures and stories

YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@appalachianimagination2023

Facebook https://m.facebook.com/groups/611983497073260/?ref=share&mibextid=S66gvF

If you would like to contact us for any reason email [email protected] STAY AWESOME APPALACHIA!