Appodlachia

Today, I talk with Denali Nalamalapu about their new graphic novel, “Holler: A Graphic Memoir of Rural Resistance,” which tells the story of six people who became resisters of the Mountain Valley Pipeline.   https://denali-sai.com/ [https://denali-sai.com/] Buy the Book from Bookshop.org https://bookshop.org/p/books/holler-a-graphic-memoir-of-rural-resistance-denali-sai-nalamalapu/21788274?ean=9781643265230&next=t& [https://bookshop.org/p/books/holler-a-graphic-memoir-of-rural-resistance-denali-sai-nalamalapu/21788274?ean=9781643265230&next=t&] Transition Music: “Leave it to Me” by Corduroy Brown https://corduroy-brown.com/ [https://corduroy-brown.com/] ----------------------------------------------- HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!  patreon.com/appodlachia [http://www.patreon.com/appodlachia] ----------------------------------------------- The views and opinions expressed on this show are the personal opinions of the host, Chuck Corra, and do not represent the opinions of his employer. This show is an opinion and commentary show, NOT a news show. This podcast is for entertainment purposes only.  Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1904310/open_sms] Support the show [https://www.patreon.com/appodlachia]

Airing my grievances about the recently passed nightmare legislation in Congress, then talking with Melissa Cropper of the Ohio Federation of Teachers about school vouchers in the Buckeye State! https://www.allinforohiokids.com/ ----------------------------------------------- HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!  patreon.com/appodlachia [http://www.patreon.com/appodlachia] ----------------------------------------------- The views and opinions expressed on this show are the personal opinions of the host, Chuck Corra, and do not represent the opinions of his employer. This show is an opinion and commentary show, NOT a news show. This podcast is for entertainment purposes only.  Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1904310/open_sms] Support the show [https://www.patreon.com/appodlachia]

Today, I had the privilege of speaking with Barbara Kingsolver — Appalachian literary icon and Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Demon Copperhead.  We talk about how she incorporates Appalachia into her writing, and what she did with her Demon Copperhead royalties to help Appalachians in need.  Support the Higher Ground Women's Recovery Residence! https://hgwrr.org/ [https://hgwrr.org/] And make sure to subscribe to Appodlachia on Youtube, where I'll be uploading a lot more long-form video content starting in July https://www.youtube.com/@Appodlachia  [https://www.youtube.com/@Appodlachia] ----------------------------------------------- HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!  patreon.com/appodlachia [http://www.patreon.com/appodlachia] ----------------------------------------------- The views and opinions expressed on this show are the personal opinions of the host, Chuck Corra, and do not represent the opinions of his employer. This show is an opinion and commentary show, NOT a news show. This podcast is for entertainment purposes only.  Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1904310/open_sms] Support the show [https://www.patreon.com/appodlachia]

Today, Chuck and Big John shoot the sh*t for one last time, with John in the co-hosting chair.  We bid farewell to BJ's second stint as co-host and talk about whatever we feel like, including what the plan is for the future of the show (spoiler: Chuck is still doing it, and we have a HEAVY HITTER interview next week! You can follow Big John's card stuff here: https://www.instagram.com/bigjohnscards24/ https://www.youtube.com/@bigjohnscards24 And make sure to subscribe to Appodlachia on Youtube, where I'll be uploading a lot more long-form video content starting in July https://www.youtube.com/@Appodlachia  [https://www.youtube.com/@Appodlachia] ----------------------------------------------- HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!  patreon.com/appodlachia [http://www.patreon.com/appodlachia] ----------------------------------------------- The views and opinions expressed on this show are the personal opinions of the hosts, Chuck Corra and Big John Isner, and do not represent the opinions of either of their employers. This show is an opinion and commentary show, NOT a news show. This podcast is for entertainment purposes only.  Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1904310/open_sms] Support the show [https://www.patreon.com/appodlachia]

Today, Chuck talks with former Assistant Secretary of Labor for Mine Safety and Health, Joe Main, on how the recent federal spending cuts targeting NIOSH have put miners safety and lives at risk.  You can follow Joe on LinkedIn, where he posts regular updates on what is happening with NIOSH and other critical mine safety regulatory challenges. https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-main-965a15159/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-main-965a15159/] Timestamps * Context setting/Gingrich cuts on mine safety — 6:30 * NIOSH History — 9:30 * How NIOSH got breathing apparatuses in mines — 12:00 * Silicon/ventilation issues and safety — 21:10 * UBB — 22:15 * What will be lost with NIOSH cuts— 24:50 * Joe's experience dealing with the consequences of MSHA cuts — 33:00 * Fears over long term consequences of cuts — 42:30 Some additional context on NIOSH  * Gazette Mail Article [https://www.wvgazettemail.com/news/energy_and_environment/miner-safety-outlook-worsens-amid-reports-of-further-niosh-staff-downsizing/article_787891ed-fa3e-43b8-8bb4-12eb401443a2.html] * CBS NIOSH Layoffs article [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/worker-safety-agency-niosh-lays-off-most-remaining-staff/] Transition Music: “Leave it to Me” by Corduroy Brown https://corduroy-brown.com/ [https://corduroy-brown.com/] ----------------------------------------------- HELP SUPPORT APPODLACHIA!  patreon.com/appodlachia [http://www.patreon.com/appodlachia] ----------------------------------------------- The views and opinions expressed on this show are the personal opinions of the hosts, Chuck Corra and Big John Isner, and do not represent the opinions of either of their employers. This show is an opinion and commentary show, NOT a news show. This podcast is for entertainment purposes only.  Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1904310/open_sms] Support the show [https://www.patreon.com/appodlachia]