The Tinderbox Podcast

In this first Chapter, we introduce you to Bill White, child of the Great Depression and, later, United States Marine. Get ready to follow Bill through his life in Athens, Tennessee, and get a ground level view of the world from his eyes.

In Chapter 2, we delve into the life of Paul Cantrell, a politician who came to power in the rocky days of the Great Depression. Cantrell's long administration, first as sheriff and then as state senator, came to be known for its corruption, thuggery, and electioneering. Follow Paul Cantrell's career with us as we examine the life of a man rising in his community.

As the Battle of Athens draws to a close, the consequences of the conflict are felt throughout Tennessee and the nation. We analyze the outcomes of the conflict, the strengthening of the home rule of local governance, and why it took a group of political outsiders to change the world. Finally, we have our final words with Bill White and Paul Cantrell.Thanks for listening! We will continue to add Special Edition tracks expanding on the story. Also keep an eye out for the next Tinderbox production on this channel!