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Ozarkian Folk Chronicles - Your Podcast About the Ozarks
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Come with us as we dive head first into the titillating tales of Ozarkian folklore and discuss the origins and obscurities of these stories. From Curtis Copeland and Hayden Head, this is Ozarkian Folk Chronicles.
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Episode 124: Co-host Kylee Cole recalls the horrific story of cult-leaders Tony and Susan Alamo
6d ago01:13:26Tap to summarizeThe word "cult" has become controversial, perhaps because of the misuse of the word with regard to legitimate religions and perhaps because of the stigma that attaches to those who escape. Nevertheless, Tony and Susan Alamo were cult leaders, and justice demands our opprobrium. They used the Gospel to manipulate their followers, lived lavishly by exploiting their labor, and violated every good tenet of Scripture. From their failed careers in Los Angeles to the failed resurrection of Susan to his arrest for tax evasion, child abuse, and child trafficking, Tony Alamo pursued his greed, lust, and desire for power all the way into a prison cell where he died. **Warning: Some listeners may find the content of this episode disturbing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode 123: Cruising the Ozarks Highways and By-ways with State Trooper Terry Bible
2w ago01:08:32Tap to summarizeOfficer Terry Bible has decades of experience under his belt, and he came to the Chronicles with a fistful of stories. Join us as Terry recounts his experiences confronting a 6'7", 425 pound mountain of a man; saving a drunk driver from herself; and talking with an addict with multiple arrests who listened to Terry and turned his life around. Our conversation with Terry is a great reminder of the men and women who serve us every day and put their lives on the line in doing so. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode 122: Emma Molloy, 19th Century Evangelist, Temperance Advocate, Wife, Mother, and . . . Accessory to Murder?
3w ago00:47:03Tap to summarizeConnie Yen, Greene County archivist, began to research the story of Emma Molloy, nationally recognized 19th century temperance speaker and evangelist, for a history class at MSU. She quickly became fascinated with Emma and her alleged role in the murder of Sarah Graham in Brookline, Missouri. Emma was acquitted, but her bigamist son-in-law, George, was not, though he never stood trial. What happened you ask? To learn the answer to that question, follow one of the wildest tales of murder, mayhem, and adultery you're likely to find in these hills on the Ozarkian Folk Chronicles. To read more about the story, find Connie's book Sinner and Savior: Emma Molloy and the Graham Murder online and buy a copy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode 121: The Chronicles Live from the Wire Road Brewing Company!
4w ago00:59:08Tap to summarizeThe Wire Road Brewing Company is Battlefield's first brewery and pub, and Jeff Birchler graciously invited the Chronicles to record our first ever live podcast in their beautiful biergarten. Our topic? Why, nothing other than the Old Wire Road itself! Abbey Waterworth, one of Springfield's most popular singers, songwriters, and artists, joins the discussion and performs some of her favorite numbers. From Osage trail to the Butterfield Stage Coach to telegraph line to major Civil War artery and even to Route 66, the Old Wire Road has played a significant role in the history of the Ozarks. Join the fun at the Wire Road Brewing Company! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode 120: Mary Parler, Renegade of Folk: A Conversation with Dr. Justin Hunter
May 600:47:46Tap to summarizeMary Parler, professor of English at the University of Arkansas and wife of Vance Randolph, was an extraordinary folksong and folktale collector in her own right. Dr. Justin Hunter, an ethnomusicologist at the University of Arkansas, is determined to see Mary take her place in the Pantheon of Ozarks folklorists. Join the Chronicles for a glimpse into the life of this fascinating woman, and you'll see why we include her in the Renegades of Folk!Check out Mary in this clip from The Search on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0JX5vQFDln4&t=10s Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode 119: Cattle mutilations in the Ozarks: Kylee Cole discusses one of our most bizarre mysteries!
Apr 2901:05:09Tap to summarizeKylee Cole has done her homework on one of the strangest, unsolved mysteries of the Ozarks: a rash of cattle mutilations that took place in Arkansas during the 1970s and into the 80s. When a makeshift altar was discovered near one of the mutilated animals, the hysteria reached a fever pitch--and rightfully so. Ranchers would go out to discover a previously healthy cow with her blood drained, her uterus surgically removed, and often an ear or an eye missing. Perhaps most puzzling was the absence of any blood around the animal. Who or what would do such a thing and why? Kylee has written on this fascinating and disturbing topic for the Encyclopedia of Arkansas and joins the Chronicles to discuss one of the Ozarks most famous enigmas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode 118: From Seeds in the Soil to Stars in the Sky: A Conversation with Destiny Homer and Jeffery Goss
Apr 2201:12:07Tap to summarizeAs editors, writers, and publishers of the "Ozark Homesteaders Almanac" and the "Ozarks Agrarian News," Destiny Homer and Jeffery Goss have dedicated their lives to studying and practicing agricultural in light of the phases of the moon and the positions of the stars. Passionate about natural living and organic farming, Destiny and Jeffery share their years of experience in gardening here on the Chronicles. As they write in the Editorial Note of the Almanac: "The primary mission of this Almanac is to empower its readers to be better stewards of Creation by understanding and living in alignment with the divinely ordained cycles that govern it." For all who love the earth, clean food, and healthy living, this episode is for you! For more information you may write to Destiny and Jeffery at 51 Oran Mor Lane, Squires, MO, 65755. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode 117: A Musical Version of Shepherd of the Hills? Stan Beard and Hayden Head Talk about Their Collaboration on the Beloved Novel of the Ozarks
Apr 1501:25:20Tap to summarizeBack in 2010, Hayden sent the script and lyrics for a musical version of Shepherd of the Hills to longtime SDC music director, Stan Beard. Stan caught the vision, and how! In a marathon of musical composition, Stan wrote the melodies for Hayden's songs, and Shepherd the Musical was born. Then came the journey: From the stage of Gittinger Auditorium at College of the Ozarks to the magnificent home of Rick and Dee Uebel to San Diego and finally, to the Ripley Rehearsal Center in New York City, Stan and Hayden went all in on a story they love and wanted to tell. The dream is still alive as this episode of the Chronicles clearly demonstrates, and we know that in the end, you'll also believe in Shepherd the Musical. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode 116: John Fullerton and the Nearly Forgotten History of Garber
Apr 801:25:52Tap to summarizeFor a time in the early 20th century, Garber, Missouri, was the epicenter of tourism in the Ozark hills of Taney County. All that's left now are a few shabby buildings returning to the soil. However, John Fullerton, local historian and popular entertainer, has immersed himself in the history of Garber and is able to bring the town back to life through master storytelling. Join John on the Chronicles and drift back to a time of homesteads, settlers, and stories that will live forever in the Ozarks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode 115: Another Side of Sheriff Baker’s Madison County — Stories from Russ Mack, Brother of Marijuana Moonshiner, David McElyea
Apr 101:20:56Tap to summarizeWarning: This episode has drug references, violence, and some language. It is intended for a mature listening audience.When Russ Mack posted a reply to our episodes on Dave McElyea and Ralph Baker, we knew we had to have him join us to get his perspective! Russ was Dave's brother, and he was part of the whole marijuana moonshining scheme in Madison County. Join the Chronicles for yet another perspective on Sheriff Baker, Dave McElyea, and the adventures of the brothers from Michigan. Though the story concludes with Dave taking his own life, the ride until then was more comedy than tragedy. Join the Chronicles for this front row seat into the shenanigans and personalities of Ralph and Dave! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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