3 Seasons
Appalachian Vibes Episodes
Stephen Poplin
Stephen Poplin is a spiritual hypnotherapist, transpersonal astrologer, author, and longtime educator exploring the deeper layers of consciousness. With roots in Virginia and degrees from Old Dominion University, Stephen has taught across the U.S. and Europe, and...
Emma Jean Oakley
Emma Jean Oakley is an alt-country and Americana artist blending the heart of ’90s country with rock and pop-punk influence. Her songwriting is earnest and heartfelt, with themes of heartbreak and personal growth. She released her debut EP, “Throw me a Bone” in...
Maggie Dillow
Maggie Dillow is the founding member of the Post-apocalyptic Poets for a Pre-apocalyptic World, Her work as a writer and educator has been supported by the Tiny Spoon Residency, the National Women's History Museum, and the National Enodwment of the Humanities....
Catherine the Great mini
Catherine the Great is a project by Catherine Backus that primarily exists as a repository for her feelings. Her sad songs have drawn numerous accolades, including 1st place at the Merlefest Chris Austin Songwriting Contest, 4th place at the Rocky Mountain Folks...
Home Is Where The Heart Is- Doc McClintock, Chanell Burnette, Solar Hex
Novembers theme is reflecting on the idea of home and how we connect to our communities. My guests include Doc McClintock, a trans woman folk singer songwriter from Roanoke, Virginia who’s music focuses on addiction loss and working class struggle, she’s joined by...
Chanell Burnette Mini
Chanell Burnette is a newly returning citizen to Roanoke after serving 19 years in an Appalachian Virginia prison. She is a mother to two, and a grandmother to three. She is an author and her mission is to bring awareness to the suffering endured behind bars in hopes...
Doc McClintock mini
Doc McClintock is a folk singer-songwriter born and raised in Roanoke, Virginia. Her songwriting is deeply influenced by her experience living on the fringes of rural Appalachia with a focus on addiction, loss, queerness and working class struggle. She ignites a...
Murder in the Mountains: Amelia Empson, Adria Accomando and Elsa Howell
I’m thrilled to announce our first Appalachian Vibes Radio Show LIVE episode! Recorded and filmed October 4, 2025 at 3rd Street Coffee in Roanoke, Virginia, this episode of Appalachian Vibes Radio Show features dark tales and murder ballads on MURDER in the...
Elsa Howell Trio mini
Elsa Howell Trio is a roots and Appalachian family band comprised of Elsa Howell (daughter, song-writer, vocalist and guitarist) Chris Howell (Mom and upright bass player) and Isak Howell (Dad who plays a myriad of instruments, but mainly banjo) from Roanoke,...


