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The holidays settle over the South like a dusting of sugar on a warm pecan pie, sweet and just a little bittersweet, stirring memories of simpler times. In this special episode of Cornbread & Buttermilk, we’re taking you on a journey through the heart of a Southern holiday. Join us as we sit down with blues musician Edward Phillips, whose soulful melodies echo like wind through moss-draped oaks, steeped in the rich traditions of Low-Country cuisine and holiday revelry.

Edward shares his cherished jambalaya recipe, a dish so full of spice and spirit it might just make you believe in Christmas miracles. We’ll talk about his latest album, his recovery from the flu, and the ways music weaves itself into the fabric of Southern life—much like the joy and mystery of a local Santa visit in small-town Aiken. It’s an episode wrapped in the warmth of storytelling, the rhythm of the blues, and the aroma of a Creole kitchen.

Truffles coming home song 

Truffles hunting by my side, and Grandaddy’s shotgun hangs over the door.

Cletus Carver and the Talking Rock Boys

Twangy 

Disclaimer:

Cornbread & Buttermilk is all about sharing stories, traditions, and the wisdom of the Southern kitchen and raising a puppy, but we are not medical professionals. The information shared in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Always consult with your physician, a qualified healthcare provider, or a Veterinarian before adding new foods, supplements, or home remedies to your routine—especially if you or your pet have underlying health conditions or are taking medications. Listen to your body, trust your doctor, and Veterinarian enjoy the journey with good food, a healthy dog, and well-being!

Thank you for listening; please share our Podcast with friends and family members who would find our stories interesting. It would certainly help us, it would be a blessing, it certainly would.

© [2025] Cornbread & Buttermilk Podcast. The original music of Velma Sugarcane Jones and Obe Monroe is the exclusive property of Cornbread & Buttermilk Podcast. All rights reserved.

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 There’s a certain magic that descends over a Southern holiday table, a blend of candlelight and clinking glasses, where the stories flow as freely as the spirits. This week on Cornbread & Buttermilk, we’re tipping our hats—and our glasses—to the art of the perfect holiday cocktail. From the sinful sweetness of bourbon-laced nog to the crisp tang of a citrus punch, we’re dusting off the family recipe box and stirring up something special.
Speaking of family, Sherbert, the culinary cat of the South, will make his pick for the holiday cocktail that pairs best with his signature sass. But the star of the show? Aunt Sally’s heirloom eggnog recipe—a creamy elixir that’s seen more Christmases than we can count and holds the soul of Southern tradition in every sip.
Join us for A Southern Toast: Perfect Cocktails and a Heirloom Eggnog Recipe, where the drinks are chilled, the stories are warm, and the season is served up just right.

Truffles coming home song 

Truffles hunting by my side, and Grandaddy’s shotgun hangs over the door.

Cletus Carver and the Talking Rock Boys

Twangy 

Disclaimer:

Cornbread & Buttermilk is all about sharing stories, traditions, and the wisdom of the Southern kitchen and raising a puppy, but we are not medical professionals. The information shared in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Always consult with your physician, a qualified healthcare provider, or a Veterinarian before adding new foods, supplements, or home remedies to your routine—especially if you or your pet have underlying health conditions or are taking medications. Listen to your body, trust your doctor, and Veterinarian enjoy the journey with good food, a healthy dog, and well-being!

Thank you for listening; please share our Podcast with friends and family members who would find our stories interesting. It would certainly help us, it would be a blessing, it certainly would.

© [2025] Cornbread & Buttermilk Podcast. The original music of Velma Sugarcane Jones and Obe Monroe is the exclusive property of Cornbread & Buttermilk Podcast. All rights reserved.

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We started with 22 Thanksgiving dessert ideas, narrowed it down to a list of 10, and then left the final decision to a one-eyed ginger cat named Sherbert. He made his pick straight from the bucket list of 10 delicious desserts.
Curious which dessert Sherbert chose for us to make this Thanksgiving? Tune in to Episode 46 of Cornbread & Buttermilk!

Truffles coming home song 

Truffles hunting by my side, and Grandaddy’s shotgun hangs over the door.

Cletus Carver and the Talking Rock Boys

Twangy 

Disclaimer:

Cornbread & Buttermilk is all about sharing stories, traditions, and the wisdom of the Southern kitchen and raising a puppy, but we are not medical professionals. The information shared in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Always consult with your physician, a qualified healthcare provider, or a Veterinarian before adding new foods, supplements, or home remedies to your routine—especially if you or your pet have underlying health conditions or are taking medications. Listen to your body, trust your doctor, and Veterinarian enjoy the journey with good food, a healthy dog, and well-being!

Thank you for listening; please share our Podcast with friends and family members who would find our stories interesting. It would certainly help us, it would be a blessing, it certainly would.

© [2025] Cornbread & Buttermilk Podcast. The original music of Velma Sugarcane Jones and Obe Monroe is the exclusive property of Cornbread & Buttermilk Podcast. All rights reserved.

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“This Thanksgiving, let Cornbread and Buttermilk be your guides to the heart of a Southern holiday table. In this special episode, we’re serving up timeless traditions, family stories, and the recipes that bring them all together. From the secrets to the perfect cornbread dressing to the sweet nostalgia of a pie that tastes just like Grandma’s, we’re sharing everything you need for a truly memorable feast. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or just love the stories behind the food, this ultimate Thanksgiving guide will leave you hungry for more.”

Truffles coming home song 

Truffles hunting by my side, and Grandaddy’s shotgun hangs over the door.

Cletus Carver and the Talking Rock Boys

Twangy 

Disclaimer:

Cornbread & Buttermilk is all about sharing stories, traditions, and the wisdom of the Southern kitchen and raising a puppy, but we are not medical professionals. The information shared in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Always consult with your physician, a qualified healthcare provider, or a Veterinarian before adding new foods, supplements, or home remedies to your routine—especially if you or your pet have underlying health conditions or are taking medications. Listen to your body, trust your doctor, and Veterinarian enjoy the journey with good food, a healthy dog, and well-being!

Thank you for listening; please share our Podcast with friends and family members who would find our stories interesting. It would certainly help us, it would be a blessing, it certainly would.

© [2025] Cornbread & Buttermilk Podcast. The original music of Velma Sugarcane Jones and Obe Monroe is the exclusive property of Cornbread & Buttermilk Podcast. All rights reserved.

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“Today, we remember Mrs. Linda Gail, a Cornbread cousin from the start—a soul who found her place right here in our stories, our laughter, and our recipes. She followed Cornbread and Buttermilk faithfully through every episode.  We are her family, and in true Southern spirit, when it came time to say goodbye, her family didn’t just gather a few chairs around a table. They prepared a meal as grand and generous as her own spirit, feeding not only the family but over a hundred friends and kinfolk who came to her memorial. Plates were filled, hands clasped, and the room echoed with that quiet, old-fashioned understanding that food could somehow hold the grief for a moment, could somehow stitch together what loss had undone. In the South, we lean on food when words fall short, and today, we remember Linda Gail in that spirit—feeding the soul with memories and a table set for a hundred.”

Truffles coming home song 

Truffles hunting by my side, and Grandaddy’s shotgun hangs over the door.

Cletus Carver and the Talking Rock Boys

Twangy 

Disclaimer:

Cornbread & Buttermilk is all about sharing stories, traditions, and the wisdom of the Southern kitchen and raising a puppy, but we are not medical professionals. The information shared in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Always consult with your physician, a qualified healthcare provider, or a Veterinarian before adding new foods, supplements, or home remedies to your routine—especially if you or your pet have underlying health conditions or are taking medications. Listen to your body, trust your doctor, and Veterinarian enjoy the journey with good food, a healthy dog, and well-being!

Thank you for listening; please share our Podcast with friends and family members who would find our stories interesting. It would certainly help us, it would be a blessing, it certainly would.

© [2025] Cornbread & Buttermilk Podcast. The original music of Velma Sugarcane Jones and Obe Monroe is the exclusive property of Cornbread & Buttermilk Podcast. All rights reserved.

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“Today, Buttermilk and I are taking you along to the wild heart of Dukes Creek, where the fish are sharp, and the rules are sharper. This isn’t a place where you keep what you catch—but if you wander over to nearby Smith Creek, you just might find yourself with a trout worth keeping. Stick with us through the cast and the quiet, and we’ll share a skillet recipe that does justice to a fresh catch, the kind of meal that comes alive with nothing more than a hot skillet, a little butter, garlic, olive oil, lemon and a love for the wilderness.”

Buttermilk and I venture into the wild, untamed spirit of Dukes Creek at Smithgall Woods State Park. It’s a place bound by its own fierce rules—catch-and-release only, barbless hooks, and artificial lures—where even a stray barbed hook can bring a steep fine. Out here, you leave behind the comforts of easy fishing and face the creek on its own terms.

There’s something healing in these wild places. Hemingway once wrote, “The world breaks everyone,” but he also believed there were places, wild and unyielding, that could make a person whole again. Dukes Creek is one of those places. It’s not an easy stream, not a place for simple pleasures. The fish are wary, and every cast is an act of patience. You work through the silence, changing flies to fool the fish, feeling the pull of the water against your line, becoming part of something older, something that’s been waiting.  

As Papa Hemingway would say;  “If we get into a fish, stay sharp. Pay attention to what gives you the thrill of that instant. Is it the flash of silver as the fish strikes? The sudden, fierce tension in the line? The curve of the rod as you set the hook, alive and bending? Take it all in. Hold onto that pulse in your veins, that quick rush that sets your adrenals alight. When you sit down to your fishing journal, write it all down. Capture the moment like you’re casting into it again, so you can feel it every time you read those words.”

Join us as we talk about casting into deep waters, about the quiet strength of wild places, and the way they can mend broken places in the soul—leaving us stronger than we were.

Truffles coming home song 

Truffles hunting by my side, and Grandaddy’s shotgun hangs over the door.

Cletus Carver and the Talking Rock Boys

Twangy 

Disclaimer:

Cornbread & Buttermilk is all about sharing stories, traditions, and the wisdom of the Southern kitchen and raising a puppy, but we are not medical professionals. The information shared in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Always consult with your physician, a qualified healthcare provider, or a Veterinarian before adding new foods, supplements, or home remedies to your routine—especially if you or your pet have underlying health conditions or are taking medications. Listen to your body, trust your doctor, and Veterinarian enjoy the journey with good food, a healthy dog, and well-being!

Thank you for listening; please share our Podcast with friends and family members who would find our stories interesting. It would certainly help us, it would be a blessing, it certainly would.

© [2025] Cornbread & Buttermilk Podcast. The original music of Velma Sugarcane Jones and Obe Monroe is the exclusive property of Cornbread & Buttermilk Podcast. All rights reserved.

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“Long before Halloween turned into a carnival of costumes and candy, it was a night steeped in shadow, rooted in Celtic soil where bonfires flickered against an ink-black sky, calling forth spirits from beyond. From these ancient rites and whispers of the Otherworld, a tale was born that would spread across time and continents—changing with each era but always laced with mystery. Now, Halloween is part celebration, part superstition, and maybe, just maybe, still haunted by the echoes of those who first lit fires to keep the dark at bay. Join us as we walk through the twisting roots of Halloween’s past and its spellbinding journey into the heart of modern America.” 

Truffles coming home song 

Truffles hunting by my side, and Grandaddy’s shotgun hangs over the door.

Cletus Carver and the Talking Rock Boys

Twangy 

Disclaimer:

Cornbread & Buttermilk is all about sharing stories, traditions, and the wisdom of the Southern kitchen and raising a puppy, but we are not medical professionals. The information shared in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Always consult with your physician, a qualified healthcare provider, or a Veterinarian before adding new foods, supplements, or home remedies to your routine—especially if you or your pet have underlying health conditions or are taking medications. Listen to your body, trust your doctor, and Veterinarian enjoy the journey with good food, a healthy dog, and well-being!

Thank you for listening; please share our Podcast with friends and family members who would find our stories interesting. It would certainly help us, it would be a blessing, it certainly would.

© [2025] Cornbread & Buttermilk Podcast. The original music of Velma Sugarcane Jones and Obe Monroe is the exclusive property of Cornbread & Buttermilk Podcast. All rights reserved.

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As the first chill of autumn crawls through the pines and smoke from the chimneys rises, there’s nothing quite like a steaming bowl of chili and a skillet of cornbread to pull you back to a simpler time. But when Robbie Montgomery served up her cornbread to a hungry Tina Turner in the 1960s, it wasn’t just about feeding a legend—it was about preserving a piece of the South’s soul, a recipe passed down through hands that have felt joy, pain, and a touch of the unknown.

Look for Anne Byrn’s book, Baking in the American South, On Amazon.
Look for Robbie Montgomery’s book, Sweetie Pie’s Cookbook, on Amazon.

Truffles coming home song 

Truffles hunting by my side, and Grandaddy’s shotgun hangs over the door.

Cletus Carver and the Talking Rock Boys

Twangy 

Disclaimer:

Cornbread & Buttermilk is all about sharing stories, traditions, and the wisdom of the Southern kitchen and raising a puppy, but we are not medical professionals. The information shared in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Always consult with your physician, a qualified healthcare provider, or a Veterinarian before adding new foods, supplements, or home remedies to your routine—especially if you or your pet have underlying health conditions or are taking medications. Listen to your body, trust your doctor, and Veterinarian enjoy the journey with good food, a healthy dog, and well-being!

Thank you for listening; please share our Podcast with friends and family members who would find our stories interesting. It would certainly help us, it would be a blessing, it certainly would.

© [2025] Cornbread & Buttermilk Podcast. The original music of Velma Sugarcane Jones and Obe Monroe is the exclusive property of Cornbread & Buttermilk Podcast. All rights reserved.

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 Life in the South has always been about more than just fried chicken and Bar-B-Q. It’s about preparation, too—about knowing that the same winds that carry the scent of honeysuckle can also bring storms. With the recent hurricanes reminding us how quickly disaster can strike, we’re turning our focus today to something every family should have ready at a moment’s notice: a well-stocked Go Bag.  We hope you will listen to Cornbread and Buttermilk’s disaster preparedness episode, and share it with a loved one, or a work colleague.  Sit down and listen with them, these are lessons we can never hear too often!  This information may save a life one day.  It might save your life if you act upon the suggestions Cornbread and Buttermilk talk about.
Now, let’s talk about what should go into that bag. Here’s the short list of essentials that every Go Bag needs:

   •   Water – Three bottles per person to stay hydrated in case of emergency

   •   Food – A 3-day supply of non-perishable items, enough to keep you going until help arrives or you can return home

   •   Warmth/Shelter – Include an emergency blanket, three 12-hour body warmers, and a poncho to protect against the elements

   •   Medical Supplies – A first aid kit, pain relievers, and 3 pairs of medical gloves are a must. Don’t forget a 3 to 7-day supply of any life-saving medications and copies of your prescriptions. Add an N95 or cloth mask and some hand sanitizer to stay safe from illness

   •   Lighting – A flashlight with extra batteries or a crank NOAA radio flashlight will keep you out of the dark

   •   Radio – An AM/FM NOAA emergency portable radio with batteries can keep you informed when other lines of communication are down

   •   Support Supplies – Be sure to pack a whistle, a sturdy pair of work gloves, sturdy shoes, a change of clothes, 3 face masks, wet wipes, pocket tissues, and plastic bags (one 30-gallon bag and three 10-gallon bags for multiple uses)

   •   Packaging – All these items should fit neatly in a backpack, bag, or bucket with a handle, ready to grab at a moment’s notice

   •   Medical consent forms and important medical information for dependents or minors

   •   Copies of important documents like identification, insurance cards, and pr

Truffles coming home song 

Truffles hunting by my side, and Grandaddy’s shotgun hangs over the door.

Cletus Carver and the Talking Rock Boys

Twangy 

Disclaimer:

Cornbread & Buttermilk is all about sharing stories, traditions, and the wisdom of the Southern kitchen and raising a puppy, but we are not medical professionals. The information shared in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Always consult with your physician, a qualified healthcare provider, or a Veterinarian before adding new foods, supplements, or home remedies to your routine—especially if you or your pet have underlying health conditions or are taking medications. Listen to your body, trust your doctor, and Veterinarian enjoy the journey with good food, a healthy dog, and well-being!

Thank you for listening; please share our Podcast with friends and family members who would find our stories interesting. It would certainly help us, it would be a blessing, it certainly would.

© [2025] Cornbread & Buttermilk Podcast. The original music of Velma Sugarcane Jones and Obe Monroe is the exclusive property of Cornbread & Buttermilk Podcast. All rights reserved.

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“Up in the wild, untamed hills of North Georgia, the land has a way of keeping secrets—secrets whispered through the roots of ancient vines that clutch the red clay soil like an old soul hanging on to its last breath. It’s a place where the grapes ripen under a merciless sun, and each bottle of wine tells a tale—some sweet, some bitter, but all of them true. Today, we take you on a winding, dirt road journey through these vineyards, where time moves slow, but the stories age like good wine—rich and haunting. Welcome to Cornbread and Buttermilk. Pull up a chair and let’s pour you a glass of Southern history.”

Truffles coming home song 

Truffles hunting by my side, and Grandaddy’s shotgun hangs over the door.

Cletus Carver and the Talking Rock Boys

Twangy 

Disclaimer:

Cornbread & Buttermilk is all about sharing stories, traditions, and the wisdom of the Southern kitchen and raising a puppy, but we are not medical professionals. The information shared in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Always consult with your physician, a qualified healthcare provider, or a Veterinarian before adding new foods, supplements, or home remedies to your routine—especially if you or your pet have underlying health conditions or are taking medications. Listen to your body, trust your doctor, and Veterinarian enjoy the journey with good food, a healthy dog, and well-being!

Thank you for listening; please share our Podcast with friends and family members who would find our stories interesting. It would certainly help us, it would be a blessing, it certainly would.

© [2025] Cornbread & Buttermilk Podcast. The original music of Velma Sugarcane Jones and Obe Monroe is the exclusive property of Cornbread & Buttermilk Podcast. All rights reserved.

Let us know if you enjoyed the program. What’s on your mind? We would love to hear from you. Contact us at: [email protected]