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Inside Appalachia tells the stories of our people, and how they live today. The show is an audio tour of our rich history, food, music and culture.
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Remembering Dolly Parton, Inside Appalachia (opens the original)
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This week, we remember the one and only Dolly Parton. Dolly was more than a musician or a celebrity. She used her musical success to help others. She started the Imagination Library, a free book program for children that included some of her favorites, like the Little Engine that Could. And Dolly’s kindness touched people from all walks of life. Today, we’re honoring Dolly Parton, Inside Appalachia .
Dolly Parton, The Adaptive Climbing Festival And Appalachian Plants, Inside Appalachia (opens the original)
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This week, we reflect on Dolly Parton’s passing and her legacy in the region. Also, the Adaptive Climbers Festival at Kentucky’s Red River Gorge feels like home for climbers with disabilities from around the world. And, a new book spotlights Appalachian plants and encourages readers to get in touch with nature. You'll hear these stories and more this week, Inside Appalachia .
Black Lung And Beasts Of The East, Inside Appalachia (opens the original)
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This week, a new report finds the number of black lung cases is at its highest since the 1970s. The human cost is high. Also, the author of a new book says reintroducing nearly extinct animals back into the wild can boost damaged ecosystems, but they can't repair them. And, roadside attractions pay tribute to our enduring fascination with weird. You'll hear these stories and more this week, Inside Appalachia .
Shinto Garden In Southwest Virginia And A Healing Mosaic In Kentucky, Inside Appalachia (opens the original)
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This week, a Japanese Shinto garden took root in Southwestern Virginia because of family connections spanning geography and generations. Also, in Whitesburg, Kentucky a new mosaic uses recovered objects to honor the town’s people after the flood of 2022. And, the young adult novel “Verity Vox and the Curse of Foxfire” mixes historical fact with spooky Appalachian folklore. You'll hear these stories and more this week, Inside Appalachia .
Encore: John Rose And The Snuffy Smith Comic Strip, Inside Appalachia (opens the original)
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This week, having a very specific talent can lead to a dream job. It’s how cartoonist John Rose got his foot in the door to draw the comic strip Snuffy Smith. Also, there are dos and don’ts for treating poison ivy. And, a young, old-time musician wants to save her family’s lost ballads. You'll hear these stories and more this week, Inside Appalachia .
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