Sean Dietrich

Sean of the South

Arts EN ↓ 283 episodes

Columnist and novelist Sean Dietrich delivers homespun stories that might make you smile or cry. Tales of common people, rural places, small towns, and life in the American South. Based on the popular "Sean of the South" blog. 

Author

Sean Dietrich

Category

Arts

Podcast website

seandietrich.com

Latest episode

Dec 30, 2025

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Episodes

Family Reunion | Sean of the South 30.08.2019

Sean delivers the story about a family reunion on the bay, and the downhome food that goes with it. Music by Simon Robinson. 

O Florida | Sean of the South 23.08.2019

Welcome to West Florida, a giant swamp with more memories than you can shake a stick at. Music by Redwood River Band. 

Antique Phones | Sean of the South 16.08.2019

Sean tells a story about the slow and docile world that came before smart phones and computers. Music by Big Cedar Fever.

The Newspaper | Sean of the South 09.08.2019

Sean recounts the story of his younger days, throwing the newspaper with his mother in the heat of West Florida. Music by Hearts Gone South. 

Summer Baseball | Sean of the South 02.08.2019

The story of a baseball game, a chubby child, and kindness toward those who become unlikely friends. Music by Giri and Uma Peters. 

Old Music | Sean of the South 26.07.2019

Sean recalls the story of a special birthday gift, and the people who believe in us along the way. Music by Xaris Waltman. 

Baptist Camping Trip | Sean of the South 19.07.2019

Sean delivers a story he's been telling since he first got his driver's license, of a camping trip with a small-town adult men's Bible study group. Music by the Monocle Band.

Rainy Days | Sean of the South 12.07.2019

Sean talks about the simple pleasures of sitting on a porch, and listening to rain. Music by Beg Steal or Borrow. 

Homegrown Tomatoes | Sean of the South 05.07.2019

Celebrate the Fourth of July with music, stories, and homegrown tomatoes. Sean delivers a tale about the red fruit that makes the world a better place. Music by Unspoken Tradition.

Homecoming | Sean of the South 28.06.2019

The Sean of the South Podcast makes its summer return, and Sean delivers the story of a funeral for an unexpected furry friend. Music by Trout Steak Revival.  

Church Lady | Sean of the South 15.03.2019

Sean tells the story of an elderly woman who embodies the bygone era, and of the nostalgia surrounding that world. Music by Sean's friends, the Chatham Rabbits. 

Lower Alabama | Sean of the South 08.03.2019

Celebrate Mardi Gras with a trip to L.A., (Lower Alabama) and meet the old people who make the region what it is. Music by the Late Risers. 

Old Kentucky Home | Sean of the South 01.03.2019

Marriages that endure the years to become precious rarities in today's world. Music by the Gap Civil Old Time Band. 

Cowboys | Sean of the South 22.02.2019

Sean tells the story of a boy who always wanted to be a cowboy, and the colorful trips that lead children into adulthood. Music by the Farmer and Adele.

I Love You | Sean of the South 15.02.2019

The end of winter is nearing, Sean tells a tale of weddings, and those who become the great loves of our lives. Music by the Carolina Blue Band. 

Humble Beginnings | Sean of the South 14.02.2019

The story of Sean's humble beginnings. Music by the British bluegrass legends of Clark Zuppardi Hartley. 

Always on my Mind | Sean of the South 08.02.2019

Sean delivers the tale of strangers meeting on a highway, and the Georgia two-lanes that lead toward destinations unknown. Music by the Chatham Rabbits. 

Bless Their Hearts | Sean of the South 01.02.2019

Sean recalls how he started telling stories, and his simple beginnings, and the unlikely friends who pointed him onward. Music by Hank and Pattie and the Current. 

Baptist Fried Chicken | Sean of the South 25.01.2019

Life, love, and fried chicken shared in fellowship halls of rural America. Sean delivers the tale of what it means to attend a potluck. Music by the Price Sisters. 

Daddy's Guitar | Sean of the South 18.01.2019

An old instrument, and the sentimental value it holds. Sean tells the story of the guitar he plays, and how he almost lost it. Music by the Sowell Family.  

Forgive Me | Sean of the South 11.01.2019

It's the time of year for resolutions, Sean delivers a story about accidental meetings with people you once knew. Music by the Hot Club of Cowtown.

My Little Sister | Sean of the South 04.01.2019

A story about growing up, and about the siblings who help us do it. Sean delivers the story of being a big brother. Music by Big Cedar Fever. 

A New Year | Sean of the South 28.12.2018

Sean delivers the story of a new year, an Episcopal church, and a few people he's known. Music by Steam Machine. 

Charlie Brown Christmas | Sean of the South 21.12.2018

The spirit of Christmas can be found in shopping malls if you are lucky, or in a group of singing children if you are even luckier. Music by the Savannah Children's Choir. 

Silent Night | Sean of the South 14.12.2018

The story of a Christmas remembered, and the candlelights that make it worth remembering. Music by the Corn Potato String Band. 

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