The Ridge Podcast

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The Ridge Podcast is a show that focuses on interviewing every day people in the Blue Ridge and greater Appalachian area discussing local history, politics, stories, and other oral history topics. Eth... more

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The podcast currently has 103 episodes available.

The Ridge Podcast episodes:

August 21, 2024 #73 - Karen Baker: Congress, Judge, Lawyer, Nurse, Democrat, Activism, Healthcare, Broadband
In this episode, Ethan interviews Mrs. Karen Baker, Democratic Candidate for
the House of Representatives (HD-9). They discuss her education, experience as
a trial lawyer for the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Administrative
Law Judge, and Registered Nurse. She recounts stories from her time as a
lawyer, her decision to step into a judgeship, and her path to switching
careers and becoming a nurse. They then discuss her goals in Congress, her
nuanced perspective on the overruling of Chevron v. Natural Resources
Defense Council, her focus on rural healthcare, broadband, and an
emphasis on local issues instead of foreign policy. A proud advocate of
Southwest Virginia and self-proclaimed "rural Democrat", Mrs. Baker wants to
fix local problems and serve her district instead of exclusively focusing on
national politics.
Thank you again Mrs. Baker for being on the podcast.
Ways to contact Mrs. Karen Baker:
Website: https://www.bakerforva9th.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bakerforva9th
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bakerforva9th
Email: [email protected]
Podcast Information:
Website: https://TheRidgePodcast.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theridgepodcast
Instagram: https://instagram.com/theridgepodcastinsta
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/theridgepodcast.com
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theridgepodcast
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theridgepodcast
Email: [email protected]
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cKCltgfcCJjaipPQxKVGi
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ridge-podcast/id1675395041
Unless otherwise noted, all recordings are published under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 (CC-BY 4.0) license.
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1h 29min
July 10, 2024 #72 - Farewell
As Luke leaves for college, the hosts have decided that now is a good time to
pause the podcast. They are very thankful for the opportunity to interview
countless wonderful people and for the amazing support from the community. They
would like to extend a special thanks to Dr. Ronnie G. Collins for his support
from day one. He has always helped promote us, connected us to guests, and gave
us advice. Ethan would also like to thank his parents for lending their office
space, giving him advice, and paying for the associated electricity and
internet that his servers utilize. The Ridge Podcast has been an amazing
experience for Ethan and Luke.
Podcast Information:
Website: https://TheRidgePodcast.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theridgepodcast
Instagram: https://instagram.com/theridgepodcastinsta
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/theridgepodcast.com
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theridgepodcast
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theridgepodcast
Email: [email protected]
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cKCltgfcCJjaipPQxKVGi
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ridge-podcast/id1675395041
Unless otherwise noted, all recordings are published under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 (CC-BY 4.0) license.
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July 03, 2024 #71 - Luke Watson: Carroll County, History, Government, Running, Reading, Education, Hard Work, Love
In this episode, Ethan interviews Mr. Luke Watson, his close friend and co-host
of The Ridge Podcast. They discuss Luke's early upbringing, love for Carroll
County and its schools, and then discuss his future plans. They discuss the
impact COVID had on his education, how running has changed his life, and his
love for books, English, and History. Later in the episode, Luke discusses the
importance of family and love in his life. They end the episode reflecting on
the podcast, the duo's friendship, and Luke's message to future generations.
This episode was incredibly special for both hosts.
As Luke leaves for college, the hosts have decided that now is a good time to
pause the podcast. They are very thankful for the opportunity to interview
countless wonderful people and for the amazing support from the community. They
would like to extend a special thanks to Dr. Ronnie G. Collins for his support
from day one. He has always helped promote us, connected us to guests, and gave
us advice. Ethan would also like to thank his parents for lending their office
space, giving him advice, and paying for the associated electricity and
internet that his servers utilize. The Ridge Podcast has been an amazing
experience for Ethan and Luke.
Thank you again Mr. Watson for being on the podcast.
Podcast Information:
Website: https://TheRidgePodcast.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theridgepodcast
Instagram: https://instagram.com/theridgepodcastinsta
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/theridgepodcast.com
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theridgepodcast
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theridgepodcast
Email: [email protected]
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cKCltgfcCJjaipPQxKVGi
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ridge-podcast/id1675395041
Unless otherwise noted, all recordings are published under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 (CC-BY 4.0) license.
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2h 5min
June 26, 2024 #70 - Chuck Thompson: Education, Principal, Lung Transplant Story, Family, Gratitude
In this episode, Ethan and Luke interview Mr. Chuck Thompson, head principal of
Carroll County High School. They discuss his early life, time in school, and
his college experience. They also talk about some hard losses he had suffered
early in life and how he dealt with them. Next, they discuss the day-to-day of
being a high school principal and how he and his team of assistant principals
are able to accomplish their goals. Mr. Thompson then tells the story of his
lung transplant, including how he met his organ donor's family. He talks about
gratitude, second chances, and perspective. Finally, they discuss COVID and the
future of education. This was an excellent episode.
Thank you again Mr. Thompson for being on the podcast.
Podcast Information:
Website: https://TheRidgePodcast.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theridgepodcast
Instagram: https://instagram.com/theridgepodcastinsta
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/theridgepodcast.com
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theridgepodcast
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theridgepodcast
Email: [email protected]
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cKCltgfcCJjaipPQxKVGi
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ridge-podcast/id1675395041
Unless otherwise noted, all recordings are published under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 (CC-BY 4.0) license.
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1h
June 19, 2024 #69 - Jay Holderfield: Education, Music, Sports, Faith, Family, History, Coaching, Community
In this episode, Ethan and Luke interview Mr. Jay Holderfield, assistant
principal, musician, worship leader and former history teacher. They discuss
his upbringing in Carroll County, his time at CCHS, his education at NRCC and
Virginia Tech, his Master's Degree where he had the opportunity to support all
the Olympic category sports at Virginia Tech and get paid while doing it! He
depicts his first jobs in education and his experience coaching basketball.
From there, they discuss his Christian faith, touch on his membership to
Freemasonry, and begin to talk about life as an administrator. The episode
culminates with the importance of family, community, and relationships. This
was an excellent episode.
Thank you again Mr. Holderfield for being on the podcast.
Podcast Information:
Website: https://TheRidgePodcast.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theridgepodcast
Instagram: https://instagram.com/theridgepodcastinsta
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/theridgepodcast.com
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theridgepodcast
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theridgepodcast
Email: [email protected]
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cKCltgfcCJjaipPQxKVGi
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ridge-podcast/id1675395041
Unless otherwise noted, all recordings are published under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 (CC-BY 4.0) license.
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1h 8min
June 12, 2024 #68 - Patrick Sharp: Coaching, Basketball, Running, Biking, Teaching, Faith
In this episode, Ethan and Luke interview Coach Patrick Sharp, former teacher
and coach at Carroll County High School. They cover his time playing college
basketball, and his decision to get a job as a teacher. He discusses his time
as a Basketball, Track, and Cross Country coach and then explains his coaching
methodology. They then discuss his involvement in church, the Bible, and his
faith. This was a very special episode for both Ethan and Luke as they were
both coached by him for Cross Country in middle school.
Thank you again Coach Sharp for being on the podcast.
Podcast Information:
Website: https://TheRidgePodcast.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theridgepodcast
Instagram: https://instagram.com/theridgepodcastinsta
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/theridgepodcast.com
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theridgepodcast
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theridgepodcast
Email: [email protected]
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cKCltgfcCJjaipPQxKVGi
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ridge-podcast/id1675395041
Unless otherwise noted, all recordings are published under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 (CC-BY 4.0) license.
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35min
June 05, 2024 #67 - Shannon Dalton: English, Literature, Radio, Journalism, Culture, Education, Community Service
In this episode, Ethan and Luke interview Mrs. Shannon Dalton, educator, coach,
parent, and philanthropist. She discusses her time at Randolph-Macon Woman's
College, working in radio, journalism, and her high school experience. She
talks about her experiences teaching in Richmond and contrasts it to teaching
at CCHS. After, they discuss various notable pieces of literature, focusing
specifically on Our Town by Thornton Wilder. They then discuss Mrs. Dalton's
involvement in Rotary, Lion's Club, and various volunteering efforts she
organizes. This episode was very special for Luke and Ethan as they both had
her as a teacher in 11th grade and are close with her outside the classroom.
Thank you again Mrs. Dalton for being on the podcast.
Podcast Information:
Website: https://TheRidgePodcast.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theridgepodcast
Instagram: https://instagram.com/theridgepodcastinsta
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/theridgepodcast.com
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theridgepodcast
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theridgepodcast
Email: [email protected]
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cKCltgfcCJjaipPQxKVGi
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ridge-podcast/id1675395041
Unless otherwise noted, all recordings are published under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 (CC-BY 4.0) license.
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1h 44min
May 29, 2024 #66 - Sean Blanton/Rum Bum: Running, Training, Racing, Nutrition, Mindset, Equipment
In this episode, Ethan and Luke interview Sean Blanton aka Run Bum,
ultra-marathoner and owner of Rum Bum Tours. They discuss his introduction to
running, how he trains, and some races he has attempted including the Florida
Trail Fastest Known Time (FKT). They also discuss his preferred equipment,
nutrition, and reveals secrets into the best mindset for running.
Thank you again Mr. Run Bum for being on the podcast.
Also, there is a video version of the interview available on our YouTube
channel. Check it out!
Ways to contact/Links mentioned:
Trekking Poles Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UtLWXv2gPJs
Website: https://www.runbumtours.com/
Podcast Information:
Website: https://TheRidgePodcast.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theridgepodcast
Instagram: https://instagram.com/theridgepodcastinsta
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/theridgepodcast.com
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theridgepodcast
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theridgepodcast
Email: [email protected]
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cKCltgfcCJjaipPQxKVGi
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ridge-podcast/id1675395041
Unless otherwise noted, all recordings are published under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 (CC-BY 4.0) license.
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59min
May 22, 2024 #65 - Donna Ogle: Literature, English, Writing, College, Education, CCHS, WCC, Communication
In this episode, Ethan and Luke interview Mrs. Donna Ogle, educator at CCHS and
WCC. They discuss her early childhood, her father's military service, time in
Wythe County Public Schools and WCC, her decision to leave school and
eventually go back, and her time earning her Master's degree while working full
time and being a mom. The guests discuss books, authors, writing, and
observations that they have made from both sides of the classroom with her.
After, they discuss becoming an effective writer, speaker, and communicator.
This was a very special episode for Ethan and Luke. Shortly after this episode
was recorded, Luke was fortunate enough to select Mrs. Ogle as her Golden
Cavalier's sponsor.
Thank you again Mrs. Ogle for being on the podcast.
Podcast Information:
Website: https://TheRidgePodcast.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theridgepodcast
Instagram: https://instagram.com/theridgepodcastinsta
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/theridgepodcast.com
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theridgepodcast
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theridgepodcast
Email: [email protected]
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cKCltgfcCJjaipPQxKVGi
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ridge-podcast/id1675395041
Unless otherwise noted, all recordings are published under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 (CC-BY 4.0) license.
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2h 16min
May 15, 2024 #64 - Ethan Dalton: CCHS, Running, Emory and Henry, Education, Pre-Law, Friendships, Advice
In this episode, Ethan Edwards and Luke interview Ethan Dalton, one of their
closest friends. They reminisce on their meeting each other, their time running
Cross Country and Track together, and funny moments on the teams. Ethan Dalton
discusses his goals to become a lawyer, his time at Emory and Henry College,
and his experiences being a collegiate athlete. This was a very special episode
for Ethan Edwards and Luke.
Thank you again Mr. Dalton for being on the podcast.
Podcast Information:
Website: https://TheRidgePodcast.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theridgepodcast
Instagram: https://instagram.com/theridgepodcastinsta
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/theridgepodcast.com
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theridgepodcast
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theridgepodcast
Email: [email protected]
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cKCltgfcCJjaipPQxKVGi
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ridge-podcast/id1675395041
Unless otherwise noted, all recordings are published under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 (CC-BY 4.0) license.
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1h 27min

FAQs about The Ridge Podcast:

How many episodes does The Ridge Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 103 episodes available.