This episode was recorded on location in Thomas, WV (in an Airbnb). Our guest is  Appalachian transplant and resident artist at Those Who Bloom, Stephen Willey. Stephen is an illustrator and print maker originally from eastern Maryland currently living in Thomas.  Influenced by Studio Ghibli, Stephen's work tries to blend technology and nature. Discussion topics include: Studio Ghibli (obviously), the perils of craft shows, what to say to an artist at their booth,  world building, and conventions. You can find Stephen on Instagram, his website, his Twitch channel, or his shop. 

This episode was recorded on location in Thomas, WV (in an Airbnb). Our guest is Sophia Rehak, a musician residing in Thomas. A native of Greenbrier County, Sophia is a songwriter and the lead singer/bassist of the band Corpse Factory. We initially met her through the Travelin' Appalachians Revue as well as a solo performance at Clientele.  Discussion topics include: Light beer, Sheetz vs Wawa, the Travelin' Appalachians Revue, how Morgantown made her the person she is today, songwriting during the pandemic. Sophia also played us a few songs on guitar. This episode was marked explicit for some good old fashioned swear words. You can find Sophia on Instagram, or her solo ep here. Corpse Factory's single can be found on Bandcamp, Spotify, or Apple Music.

This episode was recorded on location in Thomas, WV (in an Airbnb). Our guest is Kevin Chesser. Kevin is a poet and musician living in Thomas, WV. Kevin, "a longtime transplant" in West Virginia, plays old time banjo for the band the T-Mart Rounders and just released his newest chapbook "Holy Gravel".  Discussion topics include: best gas station food, our college experiences, the Augusta Festival, Shadow the Hedgehog's preferred drugs, and his latest chatbook. Kevin also reads a pieces from "Holy Gravel" and plays a few banjo tunes. You can follow Kevin on Instagram and Twitter, find his chapbooks at Ghost Palace Books, more of his writing here, and find the T-mart Rounders' album on Spotify or for sale here.

Our guest this episode is Lynchburg, Va native Joel Guelzo. Joel is the writer, director, producer, and editor of his film, Norman. Norman (winner of best director and best actor at the Sci-Fi Film Festival in Sydney, Australia) is a feature length sci-fi film that took 7 years to create. "Set in the near future, Norman is a feature-length sci-fi film about a scientist who discovers time travel with the help of his A.I. companion. After becoming trapped and isolated in the past, life both then and in the future seem lost. An unexpected encounter sparks hope, and with limited time and resources, Norman must find a way home before it’s too late." Topics Include: How not to make a movie, tempering your expectations when going to a film festival, his other project, Project Volare, and how to distribute a film.

Logan and Will deviate from the normal in this episode, as they talk ghosts, murders, and the strange! Be prepared to hear: ASMR Halloween candy, our ghost stories, reading stories from The Telltale Lilac Bush, that time a serial killer came to Wheeling, and  sound effects! Happy Halloween!

This episode's guests are Rosemary Ketchum and Corey Knollinger. It was recorded live after the premiere of "Rosemary". Rosemary was the focus of the documentary, and Corey Knollinger was the producer. Discussion Topics: How it feels to be followed around by a camera man for a year, how do you compress a year's worth of footage into 26 minutes, Rosemary's reaction to the film, Corey's previous projects and his new career. You can find Corey's other films here and you can follow Rosemary on Instagram and her website.

In this episode, we speak with the creative duo that is Kurt and Alexa Diserio. Alexa is a fulltime photographer and Kurt does "a little bit of everything" (including illustration, small business development, consulting, design, marketing, "stuff like that").  Together they own and operate Wild Native, the magazine Pittsburgh Moto, and the Glory Daze Motorcycle Show. Discussion Topics include: Weird local music festivals, booking shows in dive bars, how  to hire security for your 1000 person event, and Iron City's hot air balloon.

In this episode, we interview Moundsville, WV based illustrator Luke Novel. Luke describes himself as an "Illustrator. Character Designer. Your Dog's Best Friend. Rapdad. Champion Lover. Appalachian. LoFi Low Life.  Husky Boy. Not a Real Cowboy. Rabbithole High Diver. Existential Dreadnought. I wish I was in the Beastie Boys. Mosquito's Best Friend." Overall, we agree with this description. Discussion topics include: Basement Core, wacky times at the Family Dollar, Werner Herzog, the correct way to pronounce his last name (like noble but with a V), and his most recent work, KRFT MSSV. You can find Luke's work on his website or his Instagram.  You can purchase Luke's work here.

This episode turns the spotlight inward, as we speak with the shows co-host, Logan Schmitt. Logan is a nature illustrator who has built a career primarily in the music industry. Logan has created gig posters for Van Morrison, The Avett Brothers, Old Crow Medicine Show, Blues Traveler, and many more. Discussion topics include: Corey's new tooth arrangement, disappointing Aunt Brenda, Jurassic Park, flower delivery, Jurassic World, the set and costume designs from The Lord of the Ring movies, the benefits of being homeschooled, The Lost World: Jurassic Park, screen printing, how he started working with the music industry, and the best movie from the Jurassic Park franchise. You can find Logan's work on Facebook, Instagram, and his website. 

In this episode, Logan, Corey, and Will speak with Kenneth Pergram. Kenneth is the creator behind Little Bubby Child, an Instagram and Facebook account that chronicles the thoughts of his brother, Wade, as well as his friends, family, neighbors, and other townsfolk from his home in French Lick, KY. Discussion Topics include: being goth, Wade's rattail, the perfect pizza, backyard wrestling, championship level clogging, and great flea market finds. Corey, Logan, and Will also totally know who Brian Mcknight is. You can find Kenneth's work on Instagram, Facebook, and his online shop.