The WV Podcast -West Virginia's Podcast

Today on the very first episode of the WV Podcast, we will introduce

ourselves, the show, and tell about a visit with Ron Hinkle, a master

glassmaker in Buckhannon, WV.

Jeff and Dee Holbrook met in 1982. Since both were determined to marry their

best friend, and that just happened to be each other, love blossomed and they

were married in 1983. They have always enjoyed working together on everything

from singing, photography and child rearing (their daughter Ecil was born in

1990), to podcasting. Jeff started his solo podcast, Daggers Of The Mind on

September 29th, 2014, and now, Dee has been bitten by the bug and the result

is the WV Podcast. This works out great since Dee is such a natural. (I’m

sure you can tell that Jeff is writing this!)

Jeff and Dee are both life long residents of West Virginia and love the

people, the culture and yes, the MOUNTAINS! We have an amazingly beautiful

state, and can’t wait to share the stories with you.

This episode is sponsored by Brickhouse Cardio Club in Parkersburg, WV."

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It's time to join the Brickhouse Cardio Club in PARKERSBURG, WV! The

instructors are AFAA certified. They have a ROCKING sound system, party

lights, a great dance floor, convenient class times and a fun, supportive

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"Special thanks to Tonya Kouns Holbrook for allowing us to use "Maker Of The

Rain" as the theme music for the WV Podcast. A lifelong West Virginian, she

composed and performed the piece."

Ron Hinkle is a master glassmaker whose shop is near Buckhannon, WV. He

makes many beautiful pieces of art and is a major advocate for the dying art of

hand made glass. At the end of the article there is an audio clip of Ron

telling about his philosophy of glass making, and another clip of Heidi

Russell, who works for Ron in the glass shop. Check out video clips of this

interview at:

http://holbrooknewmedia.com/2015/04/05/the-art-of-glass-making-part-1/

http://holbrooknewmedia.com/2015/04/05/the-art-of-glass-making-part-2/

http://holbrooknewmedia.com/2015/04/05/the-art-of-glass-making-part-3/

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Don't forget to check out Jeff's solo podcast at

http://www.daggersofthemind.com

On Episode 10 of the WV Podcast, our famous West Virginian is Herb Morrison, and we tracked down those involved in a heartwarming story our niece Tiffanee Rice posted on Facebook, involving a hotel in Vienna, WV, a boy named Conner, and two monkeys.

Intro

Welcome to the WV Podcast, West Virginia's Podcast. This show features the great state of West Virginia and stories of the amazing people who make it such a wonderful place to live. Your hosts are Jeff & Dee Holbrook. Let's tear down the negative hillbilly stereotype that has been assigned to us by the national media. Let's tell our own story.

Maker Of The Rain, our theme music, was composed and performed by Tonya Kouns Holbrook, a lifelong West Virginia resident.-------------------------------------------------------- We first talk about a DUI wreck in front of our house. Here is a link to the blog post I wrote on the subject:

http://holbrooknewmedia.com/2015/10/08/the-decision-to-dui-is-made-when-you-are-sober/

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-------------------------------------------------------Todays Famous West Virginian is Herb Morrison-------------------------------------------------------Herb Morrison (1906-1989), was an American radio reporter for Chicago station WLS, and is best known for his dramatic report of the Hindenburg disaster, a catastrophic fire that destroyed the LZ 129 Hindenburg zeppelin on May 6, 1937, killing 36 people.

Chicago radio station WLS had sent reporter Herb Morrison and sound engineer Charles Nehlsen to record the landing which was being celebrated as the first anniversary of the inauguration of transatlantic passenger service.

Morrison described the scene at Lakehurst, N.J., as the Hindenburg, a German airship, burst into flames and was destroyed in a matter of seconds. The podcast includes an excerpt of the recording.

In the famous recording, Morrison said,

"It's crashing! It's crashing terrible! Oh, my get out of the way, please. It's bursting into flames! And it's falling on the mooring mast. All the folks agree this is terrible, one of the worst catastrophes on the world. Oh, the flames, four or five hundred feet in the sky! It's a terrific crash ladies and gentlemen! The smoke and the flames now, and the frame is crashing to the ground, not quite to the mooring mast. Oh, the humanity, and all the passengers!"

Morrison and Nehlsen continued their work, reporting at length on the rescue efforts and interviewing survivors, with several pauses while Morrison composes himself.Thirty-five people died in addition to one fatality on the ground. The 16-inch green lacquer disk recordings were rushed back to Chicago by airplane and broadcast in full later that night. Portions were rebroadcast nationally by the NBC Radio network the next day. It was the first time recordings of a news event were ever broadcast, and also the first coast-to-coast radio broadcast. Morrison's quick professional response and accurate description combined with his own emotional reaction have made the recordings a classic of audio history.

Morrison was born in Pennsylvania. He began his broadcasting career at WMMN in Fairmont,WV and is said to have worked in radio also in Clarksburg. After moving to Morgantown, West Virginia - his wife’s hometown - in 1970, he was often called upon to remember his famous broadcast for news outlets, especially on significant anniversaries of the event. He also involved himself with West Virginia University where he lectured and helped develop a radio and television program for the University Relations department at WVU. Charles Cremer, a journalism professor at West Virginia University invited Morrison into his classroom many times is the 1970s. Cremer said, “I would play the recording of the Hindenburg radio program for my clas...

On episode 4 of the WV Podcast, our famous West Virginian Segment is about country star Little Jimmy Dickens, and we have an interview with Jessie Walker who attended the special release event of Blenko Glass Company's limited edition art glass for West Virginia's 152nd birthday. Our sponsor is Brickhouse Cardio Club in Parkersburg, WV.

The theme music for the WV Podcast was composed and performed by Tonya Kouns Holbrook

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Check out the Facebook group, All of us West Virginians. The owner is Larry Belcher. He curates all kinds of resources and images for you to use and browse. The images are organized by county. He also recently set up an archive for The WV Podcast, and we really appreciate the opportunity to share on this most excellent group. We are looking forward to featuring it and Larry on Episode 5 of The WV Podcast. The link to the group:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/602694456486155/?fref=nf

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Famous West Virginian Little Jimmy Dickens...

**Born James Cecil Dickens on December 19, 1920 in Bolt, WV. Jimmy got his early radio experience on local radio station WJLS in Beckley, WV, with performers such as Mel Steele, Molly O'Day and Jonnie Bailes. Through out the 1940's Dickens hosted his own radio programs in Fairmont, WV; Indianapolis, Cincinnati, Topeka and Saginaw, Michigan. Once Roy Acuff heard Little Jimmy 1947, he brought him to the attention of both Grand Ole Opry officials and Art Satherley at Columbia Records. After guest appearances on the Opry, Dickens signed with Columbia on September 16, 1948 and joined the Opry shortly thereafter. He achieved rapid success in the studio and on the Opry stage.

Hank Williams gave Dickens the nickname 'Tater' from Dickens' hit 'Take an Old Cold Tater and Wait'.

Little Jimmy Dickens not only influenced country music's sound with his unique and specific tone from guitars, he also had an impact on its fashion sense when he became the first person on the Opry to wear a suit designed by Los Angles based tailor, Nudie Cohn. From the early 1950's, Cohn adorned some of Dickens' suits with rhinestones and Dickens became the first Opry star to glitter.

Over the years, Dickens had many hit songs, but his biggest hit came in 1965 with the new novelty song, 'may the Bird of Paradise Fly Up Your Nose', which peaked at #1 and went on to #15 on the pop listings. Thereafter, Dickens placed singles for Columbia regularly on the charts until 1972.

Later in Dickens' career, he was among the Opry's best known and best loved performers and he served as an ambassador for the show, hosting segments, holding court in his dressing room, and sometimes inducting new members into the Opry family.

Little Jimmy became best friend to fellow West Virginian and contemporary country star Brad Paisley, and he often appeared in Paisley's videos and in comedic cameos during the Paisley hosted CMA Awards and recording comedy tracks on Paisley's albums as a member of the 'Kung-Pao Buckaroos', with George Jones, Bill Anderson and others.

Sadly, we lost this wonderful West Virginia native and country music powerhouse on January 2, 2015. Grand Ole Opry announcer and WSM air personality, Eddie Stubbs wrote of 'the little man's outsized contributions, 'Jimmy Dickens is, without a doubt, one of the greatest entertainers, showmen, masters of ceremonies, goodwill ambassadors, troupers, singers of novelty tunes, and interpreters of country ballads that the country music industry has ever known.'**

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Little_Jimmy_Dickens

http://www.opry.com/artist/jimmy-dickens

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It's time to join the Brickhouse Cardio Club in PARKERSBURG, WV! The instructors are AFAA certified. They have a ROCKING sound system, party lights, a great dance floor, convenient class times and a fun, supportive atmosphere to help you meet your FITNESS GOALS! Everyone is having fun, getting fit, and losing pounds and inches!!! You can, too!!! Ask about the membership specials and take UNLIMITED classes at one low monthly price!

Stop by the Brickhouse Cardio Club today at:

2311 Ohio Avenue, Unit B, Parkersburg, WV

Phone: 304-488-4763

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Blenko Glass has been a ...

On episode 18 of The WV Podcast, Sara Price-Fortney is back with a full length discussion about Geocaching in the great and scenic state of West Virginia. So, you don't know what Geocaching is? Well, you aren't going to want to miss this!

Intro

Welcome to The WV Podcast, West Virginia's Podcast. This show features the great state of West Virginia and stories of the amazing people who make it such a wonderful place to live. Your hosts are Jeff & Dee Holbrook. Let's tear down the negative hillbilly stereotype that has been assigned to us by the national media. Let's tell our own story.

Maker Of The Rain, our theme music, was composed and performed by Tonya Kouns Holbrook, a lifelong West Virginia resident.--------------------------------------------------------Welcome to Episode 18 of The WV Podcast. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Sara Price-Fortney was personally involved with Explore West Virginia, an organization that promotes geocaching as tourism in the state of West Virginia. She traveled around the state giving talks on the subject, and is quite the expert. On today's episode, Sara is giving a presentation that is going to make you want to get off the couch and spend time enjoying the beauty of our amazing state. Geocaching has something for everyone, and I am sure you will be ready to do this yourself when she is finished with her presentation.

We would like to thank Sara Price-Fortney for being so helpful and kind in giving us cool info about West Virginia once again. She was also in The WV Podcast episode 13 with an interview as the President of the West Virginia Jaycees. Check it out at:

http://holbrooknewmedia.com/jaycees

Remember! Geocaching is for everyone!Grab a friend or family member and get out there!

http://geocaching.com

For more info on Geocaching in West Virginia, contact:

John Morrison, program coordinator with the West Virginia Division of Culture and History304-558-0220[email protected]-------------------------------------------------New Short Links to subscribe to the show!

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Let's Tell Our Own Story.

On episode 17 of The WV Podcast, our Famous West Virginian is Lawrence Kasdan, and The Travel Guys have a great interview Bill Richardson about Hatfield & McCoy based tourism in West Virginia.

Intro

Welcome to The WV Podcast, West Virginia's Podcast. This show features the great state of West Virginia and stories of the amazing people who make it such a wonderful place to live. Your hosts are Jeff & Dee Holbrook. Let's tear down the negative hillbilly stereotype that has been assigned to us by the national media. Let's tell our own story.

Maker Of The Rain, our theme music, was composed and performed by Tonya Kouns Holbrook, a lifelong West Virginia resident.--------------------------------------------------------Welcome to Episode 17 of The WV Podcast. --------------------------------------------------Jim Flook, formerly of the Rivers to Ridges Heritage Trail, sent me an email about an upcoming event in WV.

Dear History Friends, The 2016 Civil War Days will be in a few short months! We’d like to provide you some basic information about our 2nd Annual Lecture series as well as the upcoming events. Would you please share information about the event with your members, families and friends who are interested in history. Lecture SeriesFriday April 1st 7p-8p: Prof. Jim Broomall: West Virginia in the Civil War. Dr. Broomall is the new Director of the Civil War Center at Shepard University. Saturday April 2nd 12:45p-145p: JoAnn Peterson: Mary Lincoln. Ms. Peterson has been with Civil War Days for several years.Saturday April 2nd 3:30p – 4:30p: Caitliin Kostic: Children in the Civil War. Ms. Kostic is a park ranger at Gettysburg National Military Park, who has also worked at Harper’s Ferry National Historical Park Major eventsThursday March 31st, 9a-2p: School DaysFriday April 1st, 9a-2p: School DaysSaturday April 2nd, 11:30a-12:30p: Ladies TeaSaturday April 2nd, 2p: re-enactment of the battle of Scary CreekSaturday April 2nd, 7:30p-10:30p: Military BallSunday April 3rd, 10:30a-11:30a: Period Church ServiceSunday April 3rd, 2p: re-enactment of the skirmish of Hurricane Bridge Websites:http://putnamcivilwardays.weebly.com/ (A full schedule is not yet available, but will be posted here.http://www.shepherd.edu/civilwar (George Tyler Moore Center for the Study of Civil War History at Shepard University) Questions?Please call Putnam County Parks and Recreation at (304)-562-0518Sincerely,Jim Flook

https://www.facebook.com/riverstoridges/?fref=ts-------------------------------------------------Cinema Toast Crunch Podcast gave us a shoutout on their show the other day and we really appreciate it!

Cinema Toast Crunch is another podcast produced in WV. They do reviews of movies that have been out for a while, and could be from any decade. At the beginning they list new releases and current movie news, but then go and watch the movie and come back to give their immediate impression. Really cool setup.Garvis Reed II is a total movie buff and expert. Garvis Reed III is the showrunner and his wife Kayla adds some lively commentary to round out the show. The show is not always family friendly, of course all movies aren't either, but the info is top notch. Look for Cinema Toast Crunch Podcast on Facebook. A direct link is in the show notes. Right now they are making predictions for the Oscars!

https://www.facebook.com/CinemaToastCrunchPodcast/?fref=ts-------------------------------------------------

Our Famous West Virginian was suggested by Garvis Reed II, of the Cinema Toast Crunch Podcast: Today, Lawrence Kasdan

Lawrence Edward Kasdan (born January 14, 1949) is an American screenwriter, director and producer. He is best known as co-writer of the films The Empire Strikes Back, Raiders of the Lost Ark, and Return of the Jedi. Kasdan co-wrote the Star Wars sequel trilogy film Star Wars: The Force Awakens, and will co-write the series' Han Solo spin-off film.

He has been nominated for three Oscars: twice for Best Original Screenplay for The Big Chill and Grand Canyon and once for Best Adapted Screenplay for The Accidental Tourist. He is the father of directors Jake Kasdan and Jon ...