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The Mountain Spirit

The Mountain Spirit

By: Tina Bryson
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 The Mountain Spirit, a Christian Appalachian Project podcast, shares inspirational stories of faith, service, and compassion. There are many challenges in Appalachia, but also there is a mountain spirit that embodies resilience and perseverance, underpinned by faith. Join host, Tina Bryson, to hear stories of hope and encouragement that celebrate the best of our shared humanity.2023 Social Sciences Spirituality
Episodes
  • S9E5: Celebrating Your Heritage w/ William Isom II

    S9E5: Celebrating Your Heritage w/ William Isom II
    Dec 2 2025

    In this episode of The Mountain Spirit, we sit down with William Isom II, the driving force behind Black in Appalachia, a nonprofit dedicated to uncovering and celebrating the overlooked history of African Americans in the region. From preserving archives to amplifying local voices, William shares how these stories reshape our understanding of Appalachian culture. Tune in for a powerful conversation about heritage, identity, and the truth that binds communities together.

    Visit the Black in Appalachia website.

    Watch videos on Black in Appalachia's YouTube channel.

    Watch films William has worked on through PBS.
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    37 mins
  • The Heartbeat of the Hills w/ Bill and Addie Likens

    The Heartbeat of the Hills w/ Bill and Addie Likens
    Nov 25 2025

    What does love in action look like in Appalachia? Meet Bill and Addie Likens, whose outreach ministry at Dunlow Community Center has transformed lives in rural West Virginia. In this episode of The Mountain Spirit podcast, they share how faith, resilience, and community partnerships are meeting critical needs and inspiring hope in their region.

    Visit Dunlow Community Center on Facebook.

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    38 mins
  • S9E3: Connecting Soil and Soul w/ Katie Carrico

    S9E3: Connecting Soil and Soul w/ Katie Carrico
    Nov 18 2025

    Episode 50 of The Mountain Spirit podcast is here! We're celebrating this milestone with an inspiring guest, Katie Carrico, who is a homesteader and sheep farmer from Eastern Kentucky. Katie is building a life deeply connected to the land with her family. Join us as we explore what it means to live out this connection with our Appalachian roots. Don't miss this special episode!

    Follow Katie on instagram.

    Check out Kaite and her family's website here.

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    36 mins
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