PODCAST · history
On the Porch with Jim Williams
by James
Capturing the stories of the folks of Marion, McDowell County, and Western North Carolina. Told by those with first-hand experience.
-
11
Anne Landis Swann - Author, Lecturer, Historian
Send us Fan MailLife in Marion about 250 years ago. You need to be alert of those hiding in the tree line. You need to know who wants to be free and who wants to stay under English rule.
-
10
Martha Jordan Former Exec Director of the Historic Carson House
Send us Fan MailMartha and I discuss some history of the North Cove area, a couple of ghost stories, and her time at the Historic Carson House.
-
9
Molly Sandfoss County Extension Director for NC Cooperative Ext McDowell County Center
Send us Fan MailNeed to know what to plant and when? This might be the episode for you. Want to learn about computers or how to use your cell phone? Molly will guide you. Don't miss this one,
-
8
Executive Director of Marion Business Association Freddie Killough
Send us Fan MailWant to start a business? This episode just might help you get started. We discuss everything from the past days of Old Fort to the value of liver mush.
-
7
Mayor of Marion Steve Little
Send us Fan MailThe Mayor joins me to discuss everything from the Marriot to convict labor in the mountains between Old Fort and Ridgecrest. The session is full of insights about the Mayor and some really fun things in store for Marion in the near and distant future. And yes...we do get to talk about railroads.
-
6
Steve Pierce, President of McDowell Trails Association
Send us Fan MailSteve and I discuss his hikes from the Joseph McDowell greenway to the top of Mt. Kilimanjaro. A look at the past accomplishments of the MTA and future projects and their impact on Marion. We'll take a look at some current trail conditions and how anyone can join MTA and take part in helping the community. Also, a brief look at upcoming podcasts.
-
5
Chuck Abernathy finds the missing history of Marion
Send us Fan MailA discussion with Chuck Abernathy uncovers some forgotten or lost history of Marion between the years of 1845 and 1892. More important, when will we get a Chick Fillet?
-
4
Annette Bryant - Former owner of WBRM Radio
Send us Fan MailInterview with Annette Bryant. Owner and voice of WBRM radio in Marion, NC for many years. Some of her favorite moments and personalities.
-
3
Introduction to upcoming episodes.
Send us Fan MailJim Williams, the host of On the Porch with Jim Williams, will introduce you to the morning voice of Marion for many years. Go on a hunt for Bigfoot and ancient aliens. We'll take an in depth look at the construction of railroads between Marion and Asheville, North Carolina. Look at some hometown architecture and meet some of the most interesting people North Carolina has to offer.
We're indexing this podcast's transcripts for the first time — this can take a minute or two. We'll show results as soon as they're ready.
No matches for "" in this podcast's transcripts.
No topics indexed yet for this podcast.
Loading reviews...
ABOUT THIS SHOW
Capturing the stories of the folks of Marion, McDowell County, and Western North Carolina. Told by those with first-hand experience.
HOSTED BY
James
CATEGORIES
Loading similar podcasts...
URL copied to clipboard!