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Kentucky Dirt
by Octavia Sexton
Take a trip to the Appalachian Mountains with "Kentucky Dirt," a podcast that digs deep into stories, lore and history. Hosted by Octavia Sexton, a storyteller rooted in generations of mountain wisdom, this podcast brings to life the tapestry of Appalachian culture through folktales and real talk. "Kentucky Dirt" promises to transport you to a place where the past and present intertwine.Join us as we unearth the hidden gems of Kentucky's storytelling tradition, one episode at a time.
Episodes
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Kentucky Dirt Episode 4: Darkness & Light
In this candid episode of "What Dreamers Do," storyteller Octavia Sexton takes listeners into her evolution from someone who follows the darkness to someone who walks in light. Growing up in rural Kentucky, Octavia discovered mysterious gifts at a young age—gifts her friends were quick to notice...
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Kentucky Dirt Episode 3: Wise Woman
In this episode of What Dreamers Do, storyteller Octavia Sexton welcomes listeners into the mystical experiences she's known since childhood. Sharing candid stories from her own life, Octavia reflects on her role as a “wise woman”—a figure sometimes revered, sometimes misunderstood, and called by...
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How Jack Got to America
Come on an adventure with this classic character from many mountain tales, Jack. Originating from the British Isles, Jack tales have traveled across seas and generations, evolving into what is now known as the Appalachian Jack tales. In this "origin story" for Jack, he encounters a witch and...
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From a Two-Room School to Storytelling Stages: Octavia's Origin Story
Welcome to the inaugural episode of "Kentucky Dirt," where we learn about the life and stories of Octavia Sexton, a seasoned storyteller hailing from Rockcastle County, Kentucky. In this first episode, Octavia invites us into her background, sharing vivid memories of her childhood, growing up in…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Take a trip to the Appalachian Mountains with "Kentucky Dirt," a podcast that digs deep into stories, lore and history. Hosted by Octavia Sexton, a storyteller rooted in generations of mountain wisdom, this podcast brings to life the tapestry of Appalachian culture through folktales and real talk. "Kentucky Dirt" promises to transport you to a place where the past and present intertwine.Join us as we unearth the hidden gems of Kentucky's storytelling tradition, one episode at a time.
HOSTED BY
Octavia Sexton
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How many episodes does Kentucky Dirt have?
Kentucky Dirt currently has 4 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is Kentucky Dirt about?
Take a trip to the Appalachian Mountains with "Kentucky Dirt," a podcast that digs deep into stories, lore and history. Hosted by Octavia Sexton, a storyteller rooted in generations of mountain wisdom, this podcast brings to life the tapestry of Appalachian culture through folktales and real talk....
How often does Kentucky Dirt release new episodes?
Kentucky Dirt has 4 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
Where can I listen to Kentucky Dirt?
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Who hosts Kentucky Dirt?
Kentucky Dirt is created and hosted by Octavia Sexton.
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