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Season 5, Episode 7: The Coal Prince
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05/04/23 • 28 min
Have you ever thought about what a superhero from Appalachia would look like? Coder and developer Justin Hall blends his love of art and storytelling with tech to create interactive comic book characters that retell the story of coal mining counties. Learn more at www.foxfire.org

Season 3, Episode 6: Interview with Poet Rose McLarney
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06/01/21 • 36 min
In preparation for our Native Plant Week this summer, we sit down (virtually) with Appalachian poet and Western North Carolina native Rose McLarney. Rose shares her journey to becoming a poet and some sources of inspiration for her writing.

*Repost* Season 2, Episode 8: Movies Made in Rabun
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01/04/22 • 43 min
While we work on bringing you more great content in season 4, we are taking a look back at this fun episode from season 2 that's all about movies filmed in Rabun County, Georgia!

Bonus Episode: Cherokee & COVID-19
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06/16/20 • 24 min
This month's update on the coronavirus focuses on the threat it presents to indigenous communities. We "sat down"--virtually, of course--with Dakota Brown, program director at the Museum of the Cherokee Indian, and citizen of the Cherokee Nation. Dakota shared the Eastern Band's quick response to the virus, and how it has impacted life and business on the Qualla Boundary.

It Still Lives: Season 2, Episode 6
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06/02/20 • 28 min
Gardening season is in full swing as summer quickly approaches! For the month of June, we're talking about planting by the signs, a common folk belief throughout Southern Appalachia. We dive into the history of this practice, and listen to some believers who always planted by the signs.

05/19/20 • 36 min
This bonus episode features just a few short excerpts from submissions to our COVID-19 Crowd-sourced Oral History Project, many from high school and college students through Appalachia. As public historians and folklorists, we have a responsibility (and interest!) to capture history as it happens around us, and to engage the community in that pursuit. In light of the current coronavirus pandemic and trend of "social distancing," we are turning to you, our community, to help us document this moment in history. Share your own story at www.foxfire.org

It Still Lives: Season 2, Episode 5
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05/05/20 • 42 min
In this episode, we're taking a look at how moonshine is made, and the experiences of both moonshiners and lawmen in Appalachia. Join hosts Kami Ahrens and TJ Smith, along with special guest Barry Stiles, as we talk all things moonshine and listen to excerpts from Conway Watkins, Lamon Queen, Leona Carver, and Simmie Free. Learn more about moonshine in The Foxfire Book!

Bonus Episode: Foxfire Story
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04/21/20 • 38 min
As we approach the long-awaited release of Foxfire's newest book, Foxfire Story, we decided to bring you a small sample of the folktales you'll encounter in this volume. Foxfire Story is filled with tales and legends collected throughout the 50+ years of Foxfire's history. Listen in and hear from storytellers May Justice, Pat Cotter, Lyndall Toothman, Will Seagle, and Luther Rickman.

Bonus Episode: Spring Gardening
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03/31/20 • 41 min
After several requests for more information about gardening, we've put together a special bonus episode on traditional heirloom gardening practices, straight from the Foxfire archives.

10/04/22 • 42 min
As we approach the annual Foxfire Fall Festival, we take a look at historic traditions and community activities here in the mountains, from corn shuckings to baseball games. Featuring interviews with Arie Carpenter, Carrie Stewart, Florence & Lawton Brooks, Harriet Echols, Richard & Margaret Norton, and Lena Dorsey.
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FAQ
How many episodes does It Still Lives have?
It Still Lives currently has 72 episodes available.
What topics does It Still Lives cover?
The podcast is about Society & Culture, History and Podcasts.
What is the most popular episode on It Still Lives?
The episode title 'It Still Lives: Season 2, Episode 6' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on It Still Lives?
The average episode length on It Still Lives is 32 minutes.
How often are episodes of It Still Lives released?
Episodes of It Still Lives are typically released every 20 days, 23 hours.
When was the first episode of It Still Lives?
The first episode of It Still Lives was released on Mar 21, 2019.
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