Best Eliot Parker Podcasts (2024)

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Now, Appalachia interview with author Russell W. Johnson 31:17

2h ago31:17

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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Russell W. Johnson about his latest novel THE MOUNTAIN MYSTIC. Russell is a fiction writer and North Carolina attorney. His debut story, "Chung Ling Soo's Greatest Trick," was published by Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine in January 2015 and won the Edgar Award's Robert L. Fish Memoria…

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Master and Commander - Aubrey/Maturin 1:06:15

22m ago1:06:15

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We ran into a bit of a roadblock with the episode we originally planned to release this month, so we’ve decided to pivot. We're returning to the seas to cover Aubrey/Maturin from Peter Weir’s 2003 Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World. Between an unexpected topic and no episode at all, this was truly the lesser of two weevils. Follow the …

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Now, Appalachia interview with author Ellen Birkett Morris 28:39

5d ago28:39

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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Ellen Burkett Morris about her debut novel BEWARE THE TALL GRASS. Morris is also the author of Abide and Surrender, poetry chapbooks. Her poetry has appeared in The Clackamas Literary Review, Juked, Gastronomica, and Inscape, among other journals and in eight anthologies. Morris won …

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Now, Appalachia interview with author MB Mooney 32:33

9d ago32:33

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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author MB Mooney about his latest speculative fiction novel THE SHIELD OF THE KING. MB Mooney believes Great Stories Change the World, and he loves to live and tell great stories. In the 2nd grade, Mooney was bored and getting in trouble, so his teacher said, “Why don’t you write me a story…

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Now, Appalachia Interview with author John Copenhaver 38:42

2M ago38:42

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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author John Copenhaver about his latest novel HALL OF MIRRORS. won the 2019 Macavity Award for Best First Mystery for Dodging and Burning and the 2021 Lambda Literary Award for Best Mystery for The Savage Kind. He is a co-founder of Queer Crime Writers and an at-large board member of Myster…

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Due South - Fraser/Ray 1:39:58

2M ago1:39:58

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There's four directions on this map, but we're only going one way...Due South! We're back to cover a couple of vintage ships (Fraser/Ray V and Fraser/Ray K) from the 90's Canadian crime procedural Due South. Follow the show on Tumblr at ltbkpod.tumblr.comBy HonestFun

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Now, Appalachia Interview with author Karen Spears Zacharias 39:07

2M ago39:07

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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Karen Spears Zacharias about her new novel NO PERFECT MOTHERS. Karen Spears Zacharias is an American writer whose work focuses on women and justice. She holds an MA in Appalachian Studies from Shepherd University and an MA in Creative Media Practice from the University of West Scotla…

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Ship Updates - Leverage, Loki, Our Flag Means Death, and Good Omens 2:20:25

5M ago2:20:25

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We know we said this episode would be out in January 2024, but we couldn't wait either. As a holiday surprise, here is the much requested ship update episode a little early. We're covering 4 ships from shows (Leverage, Loki, Our Flag Means Death, and Good Omens) that have had new seasons since we originally discussed them. If you want to skip aroun…

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Author R.G. Yoho on Now, Appalachia 28:03

6M ago28:03

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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews western author R.G. Yoho about his latest western BITTER WATER. R.G. Yoho is a West Virginia native with a passion for history and tales of the American West. Raised on a cattle farm, he is the prolific author of multiple Western novels, along with works of fiction and nonfiction. Yoho is a…

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Marvel Cinematic Universe - Captain Marvel 48:32

5M ago48:32

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We've got another Let the Girls Kiss this week! In light of the recent release of the MCU's The Marvels we're taking a look back at 2019's Captain Marvel and the Top Gun-laden vibes of Carol Danvers/Maria Rambeau. Follow the show on Twitter at @ltbkpod and on Tumblr at ltbkpod.tumblr.comBy HonestFun

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Now, Appalachia Interview with author Carter Taylor Seaton 31:46

6M ago31:46

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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Carter Taylor Seaton about her latest novel GUILT. Carter Taylor Seaton is the author of three novels: Father's Troubles (Mid-Atlantic Highlands Pub, 2022); amo, amas, amat.an unconventional love story (CreateSpace Independent, 2011); and The Other Morgans (Koehler Books, 2020), as w…

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Author Chris McGinley on Now, Appalachia 35:34

7M ago35:34

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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Chris McGinley about his new novel ONCE THESE HILLS. Chris lives in Lexington, Kentucky where he writes crime fiction set in the hills of Appalachia and teaches middle school social studies and English. His story "Hellbenders" made the "Other Distinguished Stories of 2018" list in BE…

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Black Sails 1:41:49

7M ago1:41:49

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This week we're joined by a special guest for the long awaited continuation of our Gay Pirates series and discover the wacky concept of "hetero-baiting." Follow the show on Twitter at @ltbkpod and on Tumblr at ltbkpod.tumblr.comBy HonestFun

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Now, Appalachia Interview with author Susan Zurenda 30:57

8M ago30:57

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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Susan Zurenda about her second novel THE GIRL FROM THE RED ROSE MOTEL. Susan taught English for thirty-three years to college and high school students. Her debut novel, BELLS FOR ELI, has received several awards including first place for Best First Book--Fiction in the 2021 Independe…

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Now, Appalachia Interview with author David Joy 40:47

9M ago40:47

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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, David Joy returns to the program to discuss his latest novel THOSE WE THOUGHT WE KNEW. David is the author of When These Mountains Burn (winner of the 2020 Dashiell Hammett Award), The Line That Held Us (winner of the 2018 SIBA Book Prize), The Weight of This World, and Where All Light Tends to Go (Edgar fi…

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Now, Appalachia interview with author Kelly Ford 35:52

9M ago35:52

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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Kelly Ford about her latest thriller THE HUNT. Kelly Ford is the author of Real Bad Things and the award-winning Cottonmouths, a novel of “impressive depths of character and setting” according to the Los Angeles Review, which named it one of its Best Books of 2017. An Arkansas native…

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Now, Appalachia Interview with author Meagan Lucas 34:37

9M ago34:37

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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot welcomes back author Meagan Lucas to talk about her new short story collection HERE IN THE DARK. Meagan Lucas is the author of the award-winning novel, Songbirds and Stray Dogs (2019) and the forthcoming collection, Here in the Dark (Shotgun Honey, July 2023). Meagan’s short work can be found in place…

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Now, Appalachia interview with author M. Hendrix 30:26

10M ago30:26

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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author M. Hendrix about her young adult debut novel THE CHAPERONE. M Hendrix is the author of two previous books. She lives in Bowling Green, Kentucky, with her husband, novelist David Bell. The Chaperone is her YA debut. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eli…

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Star Trek Kelvin Timeline - Kirk/Spock 2:00:45

10M ago2:00:45

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We discuss Kirk and Spock from the Kelvin timeline Star Trek Films (Star Trek (2009); Star Trek: Into Darkness; and Star Trek Beyond). Kelsey suffers. Follow the show on Twitter at @ltbkpod and on Tumblr at ltbkpod.tumblr.comBy HonestFun

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Now, Appalachia Interview with author Jim Minick 33:08

11M ago33:08

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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Jim Minick about his latest non-fiction work: WITHOUT WARNING: THE TORNADO OF UDALL, KANSAS. Jim is the author or editor of seven books, including the award-winning Fire Is Your Water and The Blueberry Years: A Memoir of Farm and Family. His work has appeared in numerous publications…

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Now, Appalachia Interview with poet Susan O'Dell Underwood 29:00

11M ago29:00

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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews poet Susan O'Dell Underwood about her latest collection titled SPLINTER. Susan O'Dell Underwood is a native of East Tennessee, where she has lived most of her life. She's the director of creative writing at Carson-Newman University. She has published one earlier collection, The Book of Awe …

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Now, Appalachia Interview with author Michael Farris Smith 36:39

12M ago36:39

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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Michael Farris Smith about his latest novel SALVAGE THIS WORLD. Michael Farris Smith is an award-winning writer whose novels have appeared on Best of the Year lists with Esquire, NPR, Southern Living, Garden & Gun, Book Riot, and numerous other outlets, and have been named Indie Next…

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Cowboys 1:38:45

12M ago1:38:45

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Howdy Partners! In this episode we're looking at a number of homoerotic - or purportedly homoerotic - cowboy movies ranging from 1948 to the present (many thanks to our listeners for their suggestions!). Timestamps are approximate: 2:00 - Red River 14:50 - Johnny Guitar 29:55 - Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid 40:50 - Young Guns 48:50 - Tombstone…

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Now, Appalachia interview with author Russell Johnson 29:00

1y ago29:00

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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Russell Johnson about his latest crime thriller THE MOONSHINE MESSIAH: A MOUNTAINEER MYSTERY. Russell is a fiction writer and North Carolina attorney. His debut story, "Chung Ling Soo's Greatest Trick," was published by Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine in January 2015 and won the Edgar…

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Now, Appalachia Interview with Crime Fiction author Andrew Welsh-Huggins 33:47

1y ago33:47

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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews Ohio crime fiction author Andrew Welsh-Huggins about his latest thriller THE END OF THE ROAD. Andrew is a former reporter for the Associated Press, editor of “Columbus Noir” and author of the Andy Hayes detective series; “An Empty Grave,” the seventh book, was nominated for a Shamus Award i…

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Whoops! 1:18

1y ago1:18

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So you may have noticed we missed our March episode. Here's what happened: We lost a portion of one of the audio files and weren't able to fix it. We'll get back on schedule and release an episode mid-May. Thanks for your patience! Follow the show on Twitter at @ltbkpod and on Tumblr at ltbkpod.tumblr.com…

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Now, Appalachia Interview with Author Travis Rountree 38:40

1y ago38:40

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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Travis Rountree about his new book "Hillsville Remembered: Public Memory, Historical Silence, and Appalachia's Most Notorious Shoot-Out."Travis an assistant professor of English at Western Carolina University. His writings have appeared in North Carolina Folklore Journal, Appalachian…

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Now, Appalachia Interview with author Trace Conger 33:00

1y ago33:00

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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews suspense and thriller writer Trace Conger about his new book THE WICKED SIDE. Trace Conger is an award-winning author in the crime, thriller, and suspense genres. He writes the Connor Harding (Thriller) series and the Mr. Finn (PI) series. His Connor Harding series follows freelance “Mirage…

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Now, Appalachia Interview with Affrilanchian Poet and Children's Book author Frank X. Walker 30:01

1y ago30:01

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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews Affrilachian poet, educator, and children's book author Frank X. Walker about his latest children's book A IS FOR AFFRILACHIA. A native of Danville, Kentucky, Frank X Walker is the first African American writer to be named Kentucky Poet Laureate. Walker has published eleven collections of p…

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Now, Appalachia Interview with historian Lindsay Chervinsky 38:47

1y ago38:47

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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot speaks with historian Lindsay Chervinsky about the latest book she edited with Dr. Matthew Costello titled MOURNING THE PRESIDENTS: LOSS ANS LEGACY IN AMERICAN CULTURE. Lindsay is a Senior Fellow at the Center for Presidential Studies at Southern Methodist University and she teaches about the presiden…

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Now, Appalachia Interview with editor and nonfiction author Wendy Welch 35:48

1+ y ago35:48

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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot speaks with editor and nonfiction author Wendy Welch about her latest book "Masks, Misinformation, and Making Do: Appalachian Health-Care Workers and the COVID-19 Pandemic." Wendy is the executive director of the Southwest Virginia Graduate Medical Education Consortium and the author, coauthor, or edi…

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Our Flag Means Death - Edward Teach/Stede Bonnet 1:02:10

1+ y ago1:02:10

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It's part 1 of our gay pirates mini-series! In this episode we discuss Edward "Blackbeard" Teach and Stede "The Gentleman Pirate" Bonnet from HBO's Our Flag Means Death. Follow the show on Twitter at @ltbkpod and on Tumblr at ltbkpod.tumblr.comBy HonestFun

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Now, Appalachia Interview with fiction author Ramona Reeves 32:35

1+ y ago32:35

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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews fiction author Ramona Reeves about her latest short story collection IT FALLS GENTLY ALL AROUND, winner of the 2022 True Heinz Literature Prize. Ramona grew up in Alabama. She has won the Nancy D. Hargrove Editors’ Prize and been an A Room of Her Own fellow and a resident at the Kimmel Nels…

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The science behind liquid fuel with pro mountain biker, PhD haver, and FLOW Formulas co-founder Caleb Reese 1:05:29

1+ y ago1:05:29

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Caleb Reese is the CEO and co-founder of FLOW Formulas. He's also a pro mountain biker and our third guest with a PhD in chemistry... On today's episode, we dive into the science of liquid fuel and chat a little bit about Caleb's experience as a pro. Click here to learn more about our charity endurance team.…

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Now, Appalachia Interview with author Marly Hazen Ynigues 34:06

1+ y ago34:06

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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Mary Hazen Ynigues about her new book CHRISTMAS EVE IN THE MOUNTAIN STATE. Mary is a is a pun poet who believes in the moxie of the Mountain State! She served on Elkins City Council and earned two degrees in history with a thesis on an Appalachian Mine Wars community. Originally from…

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Now, Appalachia Interview with Horror author Andy Davidson 34:53

1+ y ago34:53

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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot speaks with horror author Andy Davidson about his latest novel THE HOLLOW KIND. Andy is the Bram Stoker Award nominated author of In the Valley of the Sun and The Boatman's Daughter, which was listed among NPR's Best Books of 2020, the New York Public Library's Best Adult Books of the Year, and Librar…

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Top Gun - Iceman/Maverick & Hangster 1:04:35

1+ y ago1:04:35

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It was one of the biggest movies of 2022, but does Top Gun: Maverick's Hangster hold up the legacy of Iceman/Maverick from the original Top Gun? We discuss both movies, explore both ships, and complain about the recurring beach jeans. Follow the show on Twitter at @ltbkpod and on Tumblr at ltbkpod.tumblr.com…

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Now, Appalachia Interview with poet Sara Moore Wagner 36:25

1+ y ago36:25

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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews poet Sara Moore Wagner about her latest collection HILLBILLY MADONNA. Sara is the author of Swan Wife (winner of the 2021 Cider Press Review Editor's Prize), a recipient of a 2022 Individual Excellence Award from the Ohio Arts Council, a 2021 National Poetry Series Finalist, and the recipie…

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Running 200 miles in 2 days around a 2.6 mile loop with Aaron Robinson 1:01:59

1+ y ago1:01:59

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On September 12-14 of 2022, Aaron Robinson (a non-runner) ran a 200 mile ultramarathon to raise money for charity. This is the story of a man on a mission to discover his true limits. Shoutout to Gerber for this one... Enjoy! Click here to donate to Aaron's run and help fight the good fight against modern day slavery. Click here to learn more about…

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Now, Appalachia Interview with YA author Kevin Dunn 29:43

1+ y ago29:43

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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews YA author Kevin Dunn about his latest book VICIOUS IS MY MIDDLE NAME. Kevin is in several bands, runs a small record label, publishes zines, and writes for Razorcake magazine. He also works at a small liberal arts college, where he teaches and publishes on a range of topics from African pol…

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Now, Appalachia interview with poet Thomas Richardson 34:58

1+ y ago34:58

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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews poet Thomas Richardson. Thomas is a teacher and writer. Born in Raleigh, North Carolina, and raised in Columbus, Mississippi, he earned his bachelor's degree from Millsaps College and master's degrees from Vanderbilt University and Mississippi University for Women. He teaches English at the…

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Finishing a double "iron distance" triathlon with Luke Sweet 1:09:49

1+ y ago1:09:49

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This past summer, Luke Sweet completed his first double iron-distance triathlon (known as a Double Anvil) in just over 30 hours. For those unfamiliar with triathlon, the double anvil consists of a 4.8 mile swim, a 224 mile bike, and a 52 mile run; all in 36 hours or less. Luke possesses a humble tenacity like nobody I've ever met before. This was t…

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Now, Appalachia interview with linguist and author Dr. Michael Rost 34:46

1+ y ago34:46

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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot speaks with author and linguist Dr. Michael Rost about his latest book THE JOURNEY HOME: PORTRAITS OF HEALING. Michael is a renowned American linguist, specializing in psycholinguistics, language acquisition, language loss, in dementia. He has worked on language project in multiple countries and gover…

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Marvel Cinematic Universe - Loki/Mobius 1:01:00

1+ y ago1:01:00

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We continue to explore the MCU with Loki and Mobius from Loki. Is this another example of queer cannon that is somehow also queer baiting? Follow the show on Twitter at @ltbkpod and on Tumblr at ltbkpod.tumblr.comBy HonestFun

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Now, Appalachia Interview with author Rebecca Bernard 37:34

1+ y ago37:34

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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Rebecca Bernard about her new short story collection OUR SISTER WHO WILL NOT DIE. Rebecca is an Assistant Professor in the English Department at Angelo State University. Her work has appeared in Colorado Review, Southwest Review, Juked, Pleiades, and elsewhere and has been recognized…

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Now, Appalachia Interview with author Culley Holderfield 29:19

1+ y ago29:19

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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Culley Holderfield about his debut novel HEMLOCK HOLLOW. Culley learned to love storytelling on the porch of a cabin in the mountains of North Carolina. After graduating from UNC-Chapel Hill, he ventured to South America, Africa, and Europe. When not writing or working in community d…

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IRONMAN World Champion Leanda Cave takes on an Ultraman 58:45

1+ y ago58:45

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On this episode, Leanda Cave (former pro triathlete, Ironman World Champion (70.3 & 140.6), and one of CNN's 10 Fittest Women in the World) shares her story of completing her first Ultraman Triathlon (6.2 mile swim, 261 mile bike, 52 mile run). Enjoy! Click here to learn more about our charity endurance team: team a.i. Click here to visit Leanda's …

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Now, Appalachia Interview with author Kelly J. Ford 30:14

2y ago30:14

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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews mystery author Kelly J. Ford about her latest novel REAL BAD THINGS. Kelly J. Ford is the author of the award-winning Cottonmouths, a novel of “impressive depths of character and setting” according to the Los Angeles Review, which named it one of their Best Books of 2017. An Arkansas native…

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From 0 to 140.6 with Parker Olson (debunking Ironman myths along the way) 47:51

2y ago47:51

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Parker Olson is surely one of the most unique individuals I've ever had the pleasure of meeting. He's an entrepreneur, an adventurer, and in 2021 - he became an Ironman (having never even done a triathlon or other endurance event before signing up). Using inexpensive used equipment, goofy outdated apparel, and homemade whole food endurance fuel - t…

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Now, Appalachia Interview with founder Luke Hankins of Orison Books 28:00

2y ago28:00

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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot profiles publisher Orison Books with founder Luke Hankins. Luke Hankins is the author of two full-length poetry collections, Radiant Obstacles and Weak Devotions, as well as a forthcoming chapbook, Testament (Texas Review Press, 2024). He is also the author of a collection of essays, The Work of Creat…

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