LIFE IN VIRGINIA'S APPALACHIA
Program Rights Date Range
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NOLA Code:
VRGA 0200 H
Number of Episodes/Length:
8 / 30
Genre:
Collections:
Rights End:
6/30/2029
Producer
Blue Ridge PBS (WBRA)
Year Produced:
2025
Version:
Base
Appalachia: rooted in tradition, alive in story
Episode List
#201 Folklore
We delve into the mysterious folklore of Virginia, focusing on the legendary Woodbooger—a Bigfoot-like creature said to roam the forests near Norton, Virginia. Folklore expert Ricky Cox sheds light on folklore in Appalachian culture, exploring how stories of cryptids like this shape local identity and connect people to the wild landscapes around them.
#202 Old Time Music
We dive into the rich sounds of old-time music in Appalachia with a visit to the Floyd Country Store, a cherished hub for Virginia’s traditional tunes. We also connect with the Junior Appalachian Musicians (JAM), an organization dedicated to teaching the next generation of musicians.
#203 Coal Miners
Explore the legacy of coal and its enduring influence on culture, industry, and regional identity.
#204 Biscuits and Cornbread
What Is Appalachia Without Biscuits & Cornbread? A historian explains their roots while we visit the restaurants keeping the tradition alive.
#205 Farming
We explore the rich agricultural traditions of Virginia’s Appalachia. We visit Scott Sink at Riner Ridge Farm and Hethwood Market to see modern farming in action, chat with the mother-daughter team behind Stormbrew Farm about the power of family and resilience in farming and sit down with Dixie Dalton at her family’s tobacco farm to uncover the deep-rooted history of agriculture in the region.
#206 Flatfooting
Lace up your dancing shoes as we experience the energy and tradition of flatfooting up close!
#207 Storytelling
Bridging the past to present, we celebrate the rich culture and history of Virginia's Appalachia by learning how treasured traditions are kept alive and are thriving today.
#208 Foraging
We explore the rich tradition of foraging in Virginia's Appalachia with Appalachian Harvest, uncovering the history and cultural importance of gathering wild foods in the region. Our journey then takes us to a farm in Cleveland, Virginia, where farmers have successfully integrated herbs into their crops, blending traditional knowledge with modern farming techniques. From wild edibles to cultivated herbs, this episode highlights the resilience and adaptability of Appalachian foraging practices and their enduring connection to the land.
We delve into the mysterious folklore of Virginia, focusing on the legendary Woodbooger—a Bigfoot-like creature said to roam the forests near Norton, Virginia. Folklore expert Ricky Cox sheds light on folklore in Appalachian culture, exploring how stories of cryptids like this shape local identity and connect people to the wild landscapes around them.
#202 Old Time Music
We dive into the rich sounds of old-time music in Appalachia with a visit to the Floyd Country Store, a cherished hub for Virginia’s traditional tunes. We also connect with the Junior Appalachian Musicians (JAM), an organization dedicated to teaching the next generation of musicians.
#203 Coal Miners
Explore the legacy of coal and its enduring influence on culture, industry, and regional identity.
#204 Biscuits and Cornbread
What Is Appalachia Without Biscuits & Cornbread? A historian explains their roots while we visit the restaurants keeping the tradition alive.
#205 Farming
We explore the rich agricultural traditions of Virginia’s Appalachia. We visit Scott Sink at Riner Ridge Farm and Hethwood Market to see modern farming in action, chat with the mother-daughter team behind Stormbrew Farm about the power of family and resilience in farming and sit down with Dixie Dalton at her family’s tobacco farm to uncover the deep-rooted history of agriculture in the region.
#206 Flatfooting
Lace up your dancing shoes as we experience the energy and tradition of flatfooting up close!
#207 Storytelling
Bridging the past to present, we celebrate the rich culture and history of Virginia's Appalachia by learning how treasured traditions are kept alive and are thriving today.
#208 Foraging
We explore the rich tradition of foraging in Virginia's Appalachia with Appalachian Harvest, uncovering the history and cultural importance of gathering wild foods in the region. Our journey then takes us to a farm in Cleveland, Virginia, where farmers have successfully integrated herbs into their crops, blending traditional knowledge with modern farming techniques. From wild edibles to cultivated herbs, this episode highlights the resilience and adaptability of Appalachian foraging practices and their enduring connection to the land.
Program Rights
Broadcast Rights:
Unlimited
Rights Dates:
7/1/2026 - 6/30/2029
School Rights:
Concurrent with broadcast rights
V.O.D. Rights:
Yes
V.O.D. Rights Type:
Concurrent w/ Broadcast Rights via Media Manager
Linear Live Streaming:
Yes
Non-Commercial Cable Rights:
Yes
Program Contacts
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Sherry Spradlin
United States
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