Amy introduces the show with musician Ron Smith of Sylva, who will be sharing his music at Sylva’s upcoming ColorFest; Smith plays "Blackberry Blossom." Doreyl interviews Tim Lewis of Gallery One in Sylva. Amy talks with Alan Jabbour and Karen Singer…
Doreyl interviews Kathy Rowe of Cullowhee about her artistic and musical pursuits, and Rowe shares her original song. Amy talks with Merritt Fouts of Franklin about his years as a school teacher and old-time clogger, and his current role as editor of…
Amy shares her thoughts about family reunions. Doreyl interviews Mary Joyce from Sylva about her research on the local "little people," then singer-songwriter Keith Shuler’s song about the legendary "little people" provides further insight. Amy…
Jon Zachary of Cashiers opens our show with his song "Ballad of the Piper Cub.” Doreyl interviews Judy Weppel from Within Reach Resale Shop on Hazelwood Avenue in Waynesville. Amy interviews Bryson City–resident Sylvia Pierce Branch about her musical…
Amy talks about ballroom dancing. Doreyl interviews Chad Hallyburton, a jazz guitarist who specializes in big band–era music. In the second half of the show, Amy talks with Ronnie Parris of Alarka about hunting and fishing in WNC. The Cockman Family…
The McDowell family from Canton starts the show playing “Rock Andy.” On Creative Corner, Doreyl welcomes author Gail Nolen of Barker’s Creek to discuss her children’s book, Johnny, My Favorite Mouse. Then, we host the youthful winners of the Jackson…
Doreyl’s guest is George Ivey from Asheville, author of the book Up River. Amy talks with Jeanette Queen, originally of John’s Creek but currently living in Hendersonville. Queen, a member of the renowned mountain folk group Queen Family Band, ends…
Doreyl talks with Chad Hallyburton, a jazz guitarist from Sylva, and he plays several jazz selections. Amy interviews Wesley Wofford, sculpture artist from Cashiers. And Keith Shuler of Sylva shares his composition, "Painter Eyes.”
Doreyl talks with Victor Hamilton of Sylva, touching on the idea of “invictus.” Amy speaks with Mike Fitzgerald, a cobbler from Sylva and the mayor of Dillsboro. Then, Mountain Faith treats us with the song "Keep Your Feet on the Ground."
A special tribute to Annie Lee Bryson, the Corn Husk Doll Lady, whom we lost on September 6, 2010. Along with a replay of an earlier interview with Bryson, we have her daughters—Norma Clayton, Anna Allen, and Carolyn Wiggins—sharing memories of their…