What’s up World!!

Welcome to the premier episode of Appalachian Table Tales. This Podcast is presented to you by Backroads of Appalachia, Americorps VISTA and the What's up World Podcast. The first episode features Father and Son. Mr. Jack and Grant Martin. Jack and Grant operated a local dairy farm for over 53 years. The stories these Men tell will take you back to a time long ago when Men were Men and tough as na...

Andrea is back in the studio to tell us about her near-death experience and her brush with God. The story starts out lighthearted enough, but you will quickly hear a much different tone in her voice. Parts of this story was very hard for her to tell and some tears were shed. Thank you for listening. Remember that the Podcast now has an e-mail address and phone number. Please use either of those to...

Carrie came on the Podcast hoping that her story of domestic violence could help someone else dealing with an abusive partner. Carrie's story was hard to hear, and I cannot imagine how hard it was for her to tell. Her tears tell just how much hurt and pain she was in, but they are also a reminder of a time long passed by. If you or someone you know are in an abusive relationship, please contact Da...

Bg Mikes back in the studio today. We go over a few different topics today. I've noticed in the past that listeners enjoy these random conversations because it's the type f conversation we have quite often around these parts. Full of deep thoughts and laughter, Mike is always ready to be on the show so big thanks to him. This episode of WUW is proudly sponsored by A&J Deals in SandGap...

This is just a quick update on a few changes happening with the Podcast.

In the studio today were some of the folks involved with the Jackson County Creative Community, Lori Tincher, Lynetta Hunter, Zleah Vaughn and Greg Isaacs came on the Podcast to let everyone know that they see the talent that is in our community, and we all want you to display it with pride. Jackson County has a multitude of talented artists that work in all mediums and this group is here to help...

This was a rough one ladies and gentlemen. Mickie Bowman is in the studio to honor her Daughter Jessica who passed due to Fentanyl poisoning on August 24, 2022. You can feel the pain and loss in her voice, and when Jessica's Son Bryden speaks about his Mother I lost all control of my emotions. Drugs are such a huge problem in our society and unfortunately, they may very well be forever. This P...

In this episode we get a few phone calls from listeners and some good advice from some of them too. These are always fun episodes because you never know who's going to be on the other end, and what they are going to say. Thanks for listening. What's up World now has a dedicated e-mail and phone number. Feel free to call, text or e-mail the Podcast and leave a message for a suggestion on the show,...

I've known Ron for many years but I've never had the opportunity to sit down and talk with him. It got pretty intense right off the bat. Ron talks of battling his demons caused by trauma in his early life and ultimately being cleansed of that trauma with the help of his Wife and Jesus Christ. Later in the Podcast I also found out that Ron is also very hilarious, and he kept me laughing thr...

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Well folks the world is trying it's best to go crazy again. This episode is meant just to put the emphasis on the power of the people and unfortunately the incredible lack of knowledge and common sense. I urge you to do your own research and you can make up your own minds. The truth is out there folks. FIND IT!!

Michael and I sit down once again and talk about therapy and what it is to us. Michael and Danny both hit each other with some cold hard facts about the world and have a few mind blowing instances in this episode. Also, Michael and Danny brainstorm on an idea they have about a new series they want to do involving the Podcast. Let us know what you think of the guys series idea they mentioned in thi...

Andrea Is the Mother to a very special and very awesome young Man. Anderson faces his life head on all the while dealing with Autism. During this episode you will hear what it's really like to be the Mother of an Autistic child. The Good times and the bad. Andrea and her Husband show a Love, compassion, and an amount of patience that I believe is God sent. Andrea will tell you what it was like...

Ashley came on the WUW Podcast to be perfectly clear and very blunt about her addiction. That in itself is very admirable. She talks of how hard it is living in a rural community and dealing with the stares, and the comments made by those who seem that they have never made a mistake in life. Losing her Family and doing all that she can to win back her children's trust is her main focus in life...

Ashley Lynn and Hermena of A&J Deals are sponsors of this Podcast, but they are not here to discuss that. Both Ashley and Hermena are both stricken with having dealt or currently dealing with a loved one who is suffering from addiction. This episode points out that it is not just the addict who suffers, it is the friends and Family who suffer along with them. These amazing Ladies should be com...

If you've ever needed proof of life after addiction, you'll find it in this episode of WUW. Jessica, Nick, Brandon, Andrew, Megan and Bambie are in the studio telling us their stories of addiction, recovery, sobriety and ultimately rebirth. These folks have an energy and Love for life that is infectious, and you cannot help but hope that it rubs off on you. Telling of a real rebirth gave D...

Local band P.T.Y. was in the studio today. This great group of friends tell us how the band came to be and the origins of a most original band name. You may be surprised as how it came to be. Give them a listen on Spotify and check out their single entitled "TOXIC" Also check out their Facebook page using the link below as well as all their other social media platforms with the link tree...

Carl Marshall is one the most beloved citizens in our small community. He has a heart of gold and always wearing a smile. Carl just recently got to make his lifelong dream come true by taking a trip to the beach in Destin Florida. Carl tells us of his trip to Florida as well as his love for the water and Christmas. You are sure to enjoy this episode with Carl. Danny had the idea of doing something...

Chelsi McDonald is the Chief Philanthropy Officer of the Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Bluegrass. She along with her colleague Hannah Garnett come to the WUW studio to tell us about this amazing organization and just what it means to be part of it. Danny and Patsy know first hand how wonderful and important this organization is due to their two boys being born prematurely. Danny and Patsy...

Backroads of Appalachian Director Erik Hubbard is back with us to tell us all about the upcoming Boone Forest Rally set to invade McKee Ky and the Daniel Boone National Forest on Spetember 22-23. This is going to be an event you do not want to miss. Thanks for listening.

In the WUW studio today is Justin Isaacs. Justin is a pretty private person so it took some convincing to get him on the Podcast. I felt it was important to get him in the studio but I didn't realize just how important. As you will hear later in the show Justin talks of falling on hard times because of an injury to his back. The conversation brought tears to both our eyes. This Podcast is some...

Danny enjoyed the Podcast with Mike so much he had to have back in the studio again. Mike is truly an inspiration and I feel like we could all benefit from listening to his story. Thank You Mike for being so honest and open about your addiction. You should be very proud of yourself.

Well folks, Beefy has left the building. Due to Beefy's work schedule he unfortunately will no longer be able to be part of the W.U.W. Podcast. We will miss him and his crazy personality. I'm sure he will appear in some future episodes so stay tuned. What's up World? In this episode guest host Kaleb Brown is in the studio with me discussing our favorite and most infamous serial killers. And in tru...

My ol buddy Brain Rose is in the studio with me today. Brian may be on the Podcast more and more in the future as a cohost. He's a little nervous and that's understandable. Please give him warm welcome and enjoy this short introduction.

Danny met Todd Zacker through a mutual friend and when Danny seen Todd hit 100mph on his KTM dirt bike, he knew he had to get him on the Podcast. Todd is an advanced motocross overland rider, avid outdoorsman and quite possibly a genius. Although Todd likes to live at top speeds, he also works his mind being the co-founder and Managing partner in Stable Earth Energies which focuses on clean, relia...