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June 21, 2023

FloydFest Co-Founder Kris Hodges-- Part 1

On this episode we sat down with Kris Hodges, Co-founder of FloydFest, for one hell of a conversation about music. We discussed his start in the music industry, developing FloydFest into the massive festival it became, music ...

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June 13, 2023

Reflection on Society

On this show Simon and Billy just sit back and chat about that culture war we currently find ourselves in. We discuss national, and local, issues that affect all of us and we ponder the questions that most people are …

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June 7, 2023

Conspiracy Theories? Part 2 with Stuart Angel

On this episode were joined by Stuart Angel to dive into the world of conspiracies, and how much truth there are to some of them. We discussed the recent pandemic, 9/11, the moon landing, NASA, Antartica, and much more. This …

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May 31, 2023

Conspiracy Theories? Part 1 with Stuart Angel

On this episode were joined by Stuart Angel to dive into the world of conspiracies, and how much truth there are to some of them. We discussed the recent pandemic, 9/11, the moon landing, NASA, Antartica, and much more. This …

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May 25, 2023

Being Libertarian with Spike Cohen, Chip Slate, Moonshiner Henry Law,…

This show was an all-star cast that featured 2020 Libertarian Party Vice Presidential Nominee Spike Cohen, along with Henry Law from "Moonshiners" on Discovery, Chip Slate from "Being Libertarian", and our old friend Smokey t...

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May 17, 2023

Legends in the Making with Abe Naff and Carter Chitwood

In this episode we were once again joined by Abe Naff, former Ferrum Baseball Coach, and Carter Chitwood, for some good stories from our past, as well as some big upcoming news involving Ferrum College and the 93 Baseball Tea...

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May 10, 2023

Making It with Cincinnati Bengals DE Tarell Basham plus Wrestler RIC …

We were joined on this show by Tarell Basham, current Cincinnati Bengal, and wresetlng sensation Ric Reeves, at the Rocky Mount Burger Company, for one hell of an epic podcast. We were all over the place with this one, but …

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May 2, 2023

The People VS The Town of Rocky Mount-Lines in the Sand with Bryan Ho…

In this episode we were again joined by Bryan Hochstein, owner of Rocky Mount Burger Company, and we discussed the dire situation the town of Rocky Mount finds itself in. The budget is up and it really doesn't make sense, …

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April 26, 2023

Moonshine Heritage with Henry Law, Star of Moonshiners on Discovery; …

For this show we set up at the Franklin County Moonshine Heritage Festival, held at the Crazy Horse Marina. We had a great show as we welcomed Henry Law, Star of Discovery TV show "Moonshiners" and man behind Laws Choice …

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April 19, 2023

Mansplaining: Men Parenting with Carter Chitwood

In this show we're joined again by Carter Chitwood, as we dive into parenting from a mans perspective, so trigger warning for the easily offended. We talked about a few town issues before getting to the meat of the show, …

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April 12, 2023

Hemp Renaissance and Conspiracies with Jordan Cook

In this episode we sit down with Jordan Cook, who recently took over ownership of Appalachian Mountain Supply, now Mt Zion Seeds. We discuss recent town events, his foray into the business, government overreach, the term "con...

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April 5, 2023

Twenty Years: Boots on the Ground, Iraq-with Emmette Bird, James Adam…

In this show we mark the 20th Anniversary of the 1032nd combat deployment, who took off on April 4th, 2003 to enter the War in Iraq. Soldiers from Moonshine hollers, to coal country, and everywhere in-between came together, i...

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March 29, 2023

Forever War with Afghanistan War Veteran James Beheler

On this episode we dive into the Afghanistan experience from the view of NAVY Corpsmen, and Franklin County Native, James Beheler. We talk about the implications of the war, the after affects, and everything in-between. We di...

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March 22, 2023

The People VS The Town of Rocky Mount: Five Million Dollar Gamble wit…

In this episode we discuss the recent vote to purchase land, at a tune of Five Million Dollars, by the Town Council and EDA. In part one, with Nick, we give our immediate reaction and ponder the serious questions that …

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March 15, 2023

Talkin' Bout Music with Colby Helms

In this show we were joined by rising musician Colby Helms to talk everything music. From his foray into the art, to his influences, new album, along with a few tunes played at the end. We also talked about Simons …

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March 8, 2023

Woodshop Chronicles: State of Appalachia 23', 100th Episode Special p…

In our second rendition of The State of Appalachia we return to the Blackwater Building and Custom Woodworking Studio to welcome back Smokey the Appalachistai, and we had one hell of a rant fest. We were also joined by Amos …

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March 1, 2023

Woodshop Chronicles: State of Appalachia 23', 100th Episode Special p…

In our second rendition of The State of Appalachia we return to the Blackwater Building and Custom Woodworking Studio to welcome back Smokey the Appalachistai, and we had one hell of a rant fest. We were also joined by Amos …

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Feb. 28, 2023

**Subscriber ONLY Free Preview** Missing Dogs Found, Bad Decisions b…

Every few weeks we try to release a "Subscriber Only Show" over at Patreon.com/getontap This is a free preview into one of those shows, we hope you enjoy. It's only $3/Month minimum, and you'll be doing us a great favor …

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Feb. 21, 2023

Life After Death featuring Funeral Home Director Dylan Taylor

For this episode we welcomed Dylan Taylor, Funeral Director at Flora Funeral Home, and we had a blast diving into this one. Flora Funeral Service has been in operation for decades in the heart of Rocky Mount, walking a lot …

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Feb. 13, 2023

Living Proof with Jim Garner and Rob Amos

In this show we sit down with the great minds behind Rocky Mounts first Brewery, Jim Garner and Rob Amos. Living Proof Beer Company opened its doors in 2022 and has provided a fun atmosphere, with a great view, in …

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Feb. 6, 2023

Road to the Show with Dodgers Pitcher Nicholas Robertson plus Carter …

In this show we were joined by Dodgers Pitcher Nicholas Robertson, along with Carter Chitwood and Jared Layman, to talk some baseball. Nicholas was a Franklin County and James Madison (JMU) standout, was drafted in the 7th ro...

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Jan. 31, 2023

Ignition: Engage with News Anchor Melissa Gaona and Pastor Joshua Cun…

We were once again joined by Melissa Gaona, WDBJ 7 Anchor and Host of The Ignition Ministries Podcast, along with her husband, Pastor Joshua Cunningham. This was one of the most in-depth shows we've done to date. We had a …

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Jan. 24, 2023

OFF THE TOP ROPE featuring Pro Wrestler RIC REEVES w/Carter Chitwood

This show was slammed packed full of pure, wrasslin', awesomeness. We were joined by Appalachian Wrestling Star Ric Reeves, and special guest co-host Carter Chitwood, to dive into the world of professional wrestling. We talke...

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Jan. 17, 2023

The Ugly Truth About What You Eat pt 2- w/Farmers Thad and Gayle Mont…

In Part 2 with Thad Montgomery and Chris Montgomery (The Appalachian Farmer ep88) along with Jonah Deborde (Come Home to Christmas Special ep90), and Gayle Montgomery (Thad's Wife/Melvins Farm to Fork Store) to finish off a g...

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