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Join us as we spend a weekend at beautiful Mountain Lake Lodge in this Appalachian Places and Spaces episode. Hear about the history of the lodge, dating back to the 1700's, and why the property was once known as "Salt Pond." We'll fast forward to the 1980's to find out how directors of the classic Dirty Dancing movie discovered Mountain Lake Lodge, and some behind-the-scenes tidbits about the movie (and the expected filming of Jennifer Grey's Dirty Dancing II.) I'll talk with VP of Sales Lyndsi Hale about how the lodge embraces its Dirty Dancing connections, and you'll hear everything you need to know about the first Dirty Dancing Summer Festival August 16-17th.

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Acoustic music on most episodes: "Steam Train" written by Elizabeth Cotten and performed by Landon Spain

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Dog Days has begun, and I'm exploring the origins of this 16th century phrase. Did you know the season from July 3rd to August 11 coincides with Sirius, or Canis Major (in the shape of a dog) of the Orion Constellation? Joining me in this episode is Shallon Payne of The Appalachian Homestead, whose family-for generations-has learned and passed on the "old ways" of cultivating, foraging, hunting, and preserving their own food. We'll talk about planting by the signs as well as some Dog Days folklore (and chilling superstitions), and what a dry or wet July 3rd can mean for the rest of the season.

Also, join in me in Knoxville, Tennessee, a beautiful southern Appalachian city. Go Vols!

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Acoustic music on most episodes: "Steam Train" written by Elizabeth Cotten and performed by Landon Spain

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Prayer cloths are symbols of a deep and widespread faith that has been in Appalachia since its settlement. From simple squares to quilts to shawls, prayers are embedded in the fibers, along with a promise that faith has healing power. Learn about the practice of prayer cloths, the verses that may inspire them, and what they mean for the giver and recipient.

Also in this episode: the little town of Appalachia and its two world records.

The episode on the Science of Prayer with Wall Street Journal columnist Elizabeth Bernstein mentioned in this episode can be found here on YouTube

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Acoustic music on most episodes: "Steam Train" written by Elizabeth Cotten and performed by Landon Spain