Ohio trans poet Barbara Marie Minney discusses her latest book of poetry "A Woman in Progress", growing up in Vienna, West Virginia, and the backlash her coming out as trans had on her and her spouse's lives. Minney dishes on the status of her canned erotic novela, using TMS therapy to treat depression, and a possible memoir. She also shares three of her poems.

Author Eliot Parker dishes on his latest book “Table for Two: A Collection of Stories” and the Ronan McCullough crime thriller novels. Parker talks about growing up in Charleston, WV and coming out gay later in life. The author speaks candidly on the West Virginia Legislature trying to remove libraries, museums and schools from criminal liability exemptions over the display or distribution of materials deemed obscene during this year’s legislative session. He also chimes in on the appeal of adult children’s parody books and whether or not the world should forgive Madonna for her naughty coffee table book Sex. The crime thriller novelist also breaks down the recipe for writing a good book.

Author Eliot Parker was born and raised in Charleston, West Virginia. He’s released seven books to date. In the Spring of 2024, Parker was inducted into the West Virginia Literary Hall of Recognition for outstanding contributions to literature and West Virginia. He’s the recipient of the PenCraft and Featherd Quill book awards as well as the West Virginia Literary Merit Award. Kirkus magazine named Parker’s A Final Call as one of its Great Indie Books Worth Discovering in 2022. On top of being a published author, Parker is a writing teacher at the University of Mississippi and hosts the podcast Now, Appalachia. He resides in Oxford, Mississippi.

West Virginia psych-stoner metal band Horseburner's Adam Nohe, Jack Thomas, and Ryan Aliff dish on their upcoming 4th album "Voice of Storms, band history, stories behind the songs, and touring. The band discusses how COVID-19 impacted touring plans and how they juggle 9-5 jobs with writing, recording, and touring nationally. Guitarist Matt Stroebel was unable to participate in the interview.

Ann Magnuson reflects on her young life growing up in Charleston, West Virginia and dishes on her latest single "Ghost Cat". This lengthy interview dives into Magnuson's past, both on stage and screen, NYC nightlife, and dealing with loved ones passing from AIDS in the '80s and '90s. Magnuson discusses Making Mr. Right, landing Desperately Seeking Susan, and making out with David Bowie. The entertainer shares stories about new wave opera singer Klaus Nomi, entertainer Joey Arias, and drag legend Lady Bunny. In the interview we learn the fate of Bongwater, and is Vulcan Death Grip making a come back? Also, Magnuson dishes on how Bongwater landed David Sanborn's Night Music show. Mothman in the Bible Belt streams on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Pandora, IHeartRadio, Deezer, Amazon, Audible, YouTube, and Audacy. ©Copyright 2024 Jeremy Brannon. All Rights Reserved.

Justin Johnson, Chad Fisher, and Nathan Shrewsbury of West Virginia '80s pop-rock retro band Rewind The Walkman discuss their debut show at The Blue Parrot on February 17th, '80s music, their music videos, and whether Heart singer Ann Wilson should regularly perform a song she detests, "All I Wanna Do is Make Love to You." The band also chime in on Everytime You Go Away singer Paul Young's deteriorating voice. Other topics of discussion include Sierra Ferrell performing on Jimmy Kimmel Live, Cher filing for conservatorship of her son, Elijah Blue Allmann, and musicians that passed away in 2023.

24-year-old pornstar Adam Awbride dishes on the Israel-Hamas War, immigration, and the 2024 Election. Awbride gives his opinion on porn mogul Michael Lucas slapping his name on an IDF missile headed towards Gaza and former scene partner Sergeant Miles's arrest for his involvement in the January 6th insurrection. And of course, Awbride speaks frankly about his career in porn.

Awbride also talks about Only Fans scenes with Max Konnor and Dante Cole, what he wanted to do when he grew up, and aging in the porn industry.

Crown the Witch dishes on their EP "This Curse", the status of DeadFaceDown, the West Virginia music scene, and their love of rock band Morbid Angel. The rockers also name who they want in the 2024 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and if Cher is worthy of induction.

Hair Supply rockers Philthy Trenches and Weedles Von Frankenberry discuss their rock band, their music and several scandals they've been involved in. Philthy Trenches discusses his relationship with Tina Turner and Weedles Von Frankenberry dishes on his wild sex life. Also discussed, their current lead singer Pipes allegedly appearing in sex tape with a Wilson Phillips singer. Past Hair Supply singer Tyler Stevens' gruesome death is discussed in great detail. Hair Supply is a West Virginia-based rock band. They are currently playing dates in Appalachia. For tour dates, visit http://hairsupply.live. ***Legal Disclaimer: This specific podcast episode is for entertainment purposes only. Allegations and accusations pertaining to any and all music celebrities discussed in this specific podcast episode (#32: Rockin' the Mountain State)is purely fictitious. No slander or libel is intended. Previous and future podcast episodes are 100% factual. Hair Supply is a satirical rock band in the vein of Spinal Tap. When in Rome do as the Romans do.