Old Gods of Appalachia
Old Gods of Appalachia is a horror-anthology podcast set in an alternate Appalachia, where ancient and malevolent entities slumber beneath the mountains. The stories explore the dark history and folklore of the region, focusing on the consequences of disturbing these primordial forces. Each episode weaves together elements of cosmic horror, local legend, and personal tragedy.
Episodes
Meet Our Cousins: Spooked
Well hey there, family. Old Gods of Appalachia is on a short break before the final story arc of season six begins, and will return on July 30th, 2026. But we can’t leave our family hanging for too long, so we have a special treat for y’all — a story from some cousins who spin their tales in the dark of night — a podcast called Spooked. It’s full of spirit and magic, and is hosted by our good frie
Episode 103: Final Arbitration
Dinner and a show.CW: Gore, intense body horror, dismemberment, ocular destruction, vomiting, discussion of death of family members, familial strife, grief, mind control, vocal mourning, monster sounds, collapsing building/earthquake sounds.Written by Steve Shell and Cam CollinsProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellNarrated and performed by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellThe voi
Episode 102: Hour of the Ouroboros
Patience isn’t always a virtue.CW: Discussion of death of family members, familial strife, grief, mind control, and vocal mourning.Written by Steve Shell and Cam CollinsProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellNarrated and performed by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellIntro music: “The Land Unknown (The Where the Light Don’t Reach Verses)” written and performed by Landon BloodOutro m
Episode 101: Keeper of Ways
Rachel Harlow arrives to greet her past and her future.CW: Discussion of murder of family members, mind control, and dismemberment and burial of dead bodies; small aircraft and door pounding sounds. Written by Steve Shell and Cam CollinsProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellNarrated and performed by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellThe voice of Haman Locke: Alex McDonal
Episode 100: One Way Ticket
Wheels are set in motion, and there is no turning back.CW: Discussion of murder of family members, monster and train sounds, occult practices, mutilation and reanimation of a corpse, mind control.Written by Steve Shell and Cam CollinsProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellNarrated and performed by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellThe voice of Haman Locke: Alex McDonald VillarealThe
Episode 99: Master of Doors
Commandments are broken and great men are found wanting. CW: Discussion of murder of family members, monster and train sounds, occult practices, mutilation and reanimation of a corpse, death by monster. Written by Steve Shell and Cam CollinsProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellNarrated and performed by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellThe voice of the Railroad Man: Yuri
Episode 98: Generation of Vipers
In these mountains, there is more than one royal family.CW: Discussion of murder of family members, death post-childbirth; monster noises, train sounds, occult practices, and ritual self harm.Written by Steve Shell and Cam CollinsProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellNarrated and performed by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellThe voice of Rachel Harlow: Dax DupuyThe voice of Haman
Episode 97: Excursus II
A little palate cleanser before the second course of season two begins in earnest.CW: Monster sounds; holiday party sounds; mention of a dead parent.Written by Cam CollinsProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellNarrated and performed by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellIntro music: “The Land Unknown (The Where the Light Don’t Reach Verses)” written and performed by Landon BloodOutro
Meet Our Cousins: The Harbingers
Well hey there, family. This week Old Gods of Appalachia is taking an extra week off, as we do in between story arcs, and we will return on Thursday April 16th with the second arc of Old Gods of Appalachia Season 6: Long Shadows. We’ve got a whole new story we can’t wait to share with you. If you wanna hear that ad-free and a day early, go ahead and head on over to oldgodsofappalachia.com/theholle
Episode 96: Lessons Learned
The black door opens. Who or what will pass through? CW: Historical hospital settings, gore, deaths by monster and falling, monster and monster eating sounds, ghost violence, grief. Written by Steve Shell and Cam CollinsProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellNarrated and performed by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellThe voice of Granny White: Betsy PuckettThe voice of Bro
Episode 95: The Second Death
The dead make their case as oblivion lurks in the shadows. CW: Historical hospital settings, discussion of familial neglect and the death of a child, elements of a haunting., death by monster, evil cat and monster sounds.Written by Steve ShellProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellNarrated and performed by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellIntro music: “The Land Unknown (The Wh
Episode 94: Phantoms in the Early Dark
Ghosts of the past and the present manifest around the occupant of room sixteen.CW: Historical hospital settings, loss of bodily autonomy/control, death by mutilation, decapitation, and monster; sounds of screeching birds and breaking glass, endangerment of children, description of the aftermath of a mass killing, elements of a haunting.Written by Steve ShellProduced and edited by Cam Collins and
Episode 93: The Woman in Room Sixteen
In the summer of 1928, a mysterious stranger seeks help and healing at Woodhaven Sanitorium.CW: References to death by illness, historical hospital settings, eye/mouth related gore, loss of bodily autonomy/control, death by mutilation, decapitation, and monster; monster and crying sounds.Written by Steve ShellProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellNarrated and performed by Steve ShellSo
Episode 92: Excursus I
An amuse bouche before our first course of the season.CW: References to death by illness, historical hospital settings.Written by Cam CollinsProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellNarrated and performed by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellIntro music: “The Land Unknown (The Where the Light Don’t Reach Verses)” written and performed by Landon BloodOutro music: “Sick and Alone” by Th
Episode 91: Season Six Prologue
A brief look ahead into the long shadows of Season Six.CW: References to family secrets, train sounds.Written by Steve ShellEdited by Cam CollinsProduced by Cam Collins and Steve ShellNarrated and performed by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellIntro/Outro music: “The Land Unknown (The Where the Light Don’t Reach Verses)” written and performed by Landon BloodSpecial equipment consideration prov
Season 6 Trailer #3: Nurse's Log
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Season 6 Trailer #2: A Farewell Note
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Season 6 Trailer #1: Foreman's Report
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One Last House
A special preview of the exclusive content to be found within the Holler. www.oldgodsofappalachia.com/theholler When the porch lights begin to wink out, it’s time for all little ghouls and goblins to head on home, but two children decide to knock on just one more door.CW: Bugs. So. Many. Bugs. We can’t stress this enough: BUGS. Children splitting time between divorced parents, unsanitary living co
Episode 90: When the Darkness Comes
All paths converge in a night of terror as season five comes to a close. CW: Sounds of: a loud rock concert, a fire alarm, a chainsaw, physical combat and injury by knives; contemplation of being LGBTQ+ in rural Appalachia, discussion of death of a partner, gore, multiple decapitations, impending death by vampires, death by chainsaw, so much vampire violence.Written by Steve Shell, Cam Collin
Episode 89: Lost in the Shadows
In the penultimate episode of season five, all roads lead to a sanctuary for music and those who worship at its altar. CW: Gore, trauma related flashbacks, group vocalizations of pain related to ritual practices, awkward teenage romance, lots of vampire violence. Description of stress induced vomiting (no sounds), and ritualized vampire self-harm. Discussion of complicated family relationship
Episode 88: Good Times
As the sun sets, travelers make their way to the scruffy city of Knoxville. CW: Descriptions of a messy, unsanitary vehicle, automotive sounds, discussion of existential uncertainty, reflection on the death of a partner, references to urination, death by vampire, sexual themes, discussion of vampire violence, references to alcohol and drug use, cheesy answering machine outgoing message.Writte
Episode 87: Say Hello to the Night
Hunters of varying stripes take to the highway in pursuit of our young vampire friend.CW: References to historic racism and violence / hate crimes, lynching, threat of violence to crows (that is not carried out, family; you should know us better than that by now), death of a spouse, death of a parent, death in child birth, danger posed to a child during birth, lots of vampire stuff, sexual themes,
Episode 86: Cry Little Sister
Wild hearts take to the road and shadows follow.CW: References to narcotic use, the death of a partner, burn care, family strife/arguing, the satanic panic, aggressive evangelism, vampire stuff.Written by Steve Shell and Cam CollinsProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellNarrated and performed by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellThe voice of Miranda Coffey: Andie Marie TillmanThe vo
Episode 85: When You're Strange
The final arc of season five begins. Two trailer parks, unalike in dignity, is where we lay our scene. CW: Highway sounds, truck sounds, descriptions of mobile home parks, banging on door sounds, description of religion-themed family strife.Written by Steve Shell Produced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve Shell Narrated and performed by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellThe vo
Episode 84: Hardball
Vince and Chip have that chat. CW: Insects maggots, larvae, eye and internal body horror, gore, explosions, gunshots, collapsing building sounds, dog barking / growling sounds, sounds of a flamethrower, description of a dog in peril (unharmed), tequila and other alcohol use. Written by Cam Collins and Steve Shell Produced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve Shell Narrated and p
Episode 83: Field Training
An ancient adversary rears its many heads. CW: Blackmail, mention of marital infidelity, insect sounds, insect horror, lawyers. Written by Cam Collins and Steve Shell Produced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve Shell Narrated and performed by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellIntro music: “The Land Unknown (The Home is Nowhere Verses)” written and performed by Landon Blood
Episode 82: Cold Call
A stranger looking to make a deal comes calling. CW: Discussion of exploitation of elders, threatened wildlife, animals reacting to a threat.Written by Cam Collins Produced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve Shell Narrated and performed by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellIntro music: “The Land Unknown (The Home is Nowhere Verses)” written and performed by Landon BloodOutro mu
Episode 81: Gone Fishing
In the spring of 1983, two men share battle scars and brotherhood in the little town of Mavisdale, VA.CW: Discussion of war, divorce, marital strife, alcohol addiction, references to domestic violence, social work issues, forest / bird sounds.Written by Cam CollinsProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellNarrated and performed by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellIntro music: “The Lan
Episode 80: Change of Plans
Henricus Crane confronts the ghosts of his past.CW: Family strife, death of a sibling, monster violence,train sounds. Written by Steve ShellProduced and Edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellNarrated and Performed by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellIntro music: “The Land Unknown (The Home is Nowhere Verses: Traditional)” written and performed by Landon BloodOutro music: “God's Dark Heaven” by
Episode 79: Portrait of Authority
Pretty Polly Barrow faces shadows of the past while upholding her end of a bargain.CW: Family strife, description of a horror/monster themed kink club, death of a child, mutilation, sounds of a building being destroyed, monster noises.Written by Steve Shell and Cam CollinsNarrated by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellThe voice of Polly Barrow:
Episode 78: The Horror of Babylon
On a mission, Polly Barrow finds an unexpected ally in the dead streets of Tourniquet.CW: Family strife, discussion of monster based kinks and the unnatural conception of a child, risk of harm by weather related motor accident.Written by Steve Shell and Cam CollinsNarrated by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellThe voice of Polly Barrow: Tracey J
Episode 77: Brothers in Arms
The second arc of Season Five begins. In the winter of 1944, sibling rivalry runs rampant in the house that Barrow built.CW: Family strife, discussion of the unnatural conception of a child, occult rituals, gore. Written by Steve Shell and Cam CollinsNarrated by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellThe Voice of Conrad Barrow: Cecil BaldwinThe
Episode 76: The Good Son
The first story arc of season five comes to its inevitable conclusion.CW: Gunfire, kidnapping, fist fighting, gore, body horror, desecration of corpses, monster noises, howls, animal sounds, death of a child, ritual mutilation, death by monster, death by flora.Written by Steve Shell and Cam CollinsNarrated by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellT
Episode 75: Logistics and Provisions
Each side prepares for the oncoming night.CW: Discussion of suicide, dementia, depression, death of parents via auto accident, and smoking; kidnapping, occult/religious practices, religious trauma, threat of harm to an elder, CB Radio sound effects.Written by Steve Shell and Cam CollinsNarrated by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellThe voice of
Episode 74: The Good Shepherd
The days grow darker in Baker’s Gap as allies from different generations meet face to face.CW: Gunfire, profanity, mentions of ritual sex magic, marijuana, psychedelic mushrooms, cult activity, kidnapping, hobbits, threat of harm to the elderly, depiction of the aftermath of a fist fight. Written by Steve Shell and Cam CollinsNarrated by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellProduced and edited by
Episode 73: The Blood of Wolves
Old enemies rise as older friends try to make peace.CW: Gore, mutilation (facial, bodily, and eye), desecration of corpses, human sacrifice, cult activities, religious overtones, quasi-church service, vomit, discussion of the death of family members, addiction, support groups, homelessness. Written by Steve Shell and Cam CollinsNarrated by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellProduced and edited
Stacking the Odds
"Stacking the Odds" was featured in the holiday live show Family Traditions, which was originally performed at the Orange Peel in Asheville, NC, in December of 2023.CW: Family strife, prophecy, mention of animal butchery, discussion of infertility, Christianity, baked goods. Written by Cam Collins and Steve ShellNarrated by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellProduced and edited by Cam Collins a
Episode 72: Strange Visitations
A family receives visitors in the shadow of the passing of a loved one.CW: Reflections on the death of friends and family, funeral home, mention of bodies lying in state for viewing, injury of an elder.Written by Steve ShellNarrated by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellIntro music: “The Land Unknown (The Home is Nowhere Verses)” written and per
Episode 71: Season Five Prologue
Welcome to Season Five, family.CW: Imagery of being trapped in a small town, imagery associated with the satanic panic, family strife.Written by Steve Shell and Cam CollinsNarrated by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellIntro music: “The Land Unknown (The Home is Nowhere Verses)” written and performed by Landon BloodOutro music: “The Land Unknown
Family Meeting: Cam & Steve Talk About What’s Next Following Hurricane Helene
An update from the creators of Old Gods of Appalachia.FUNDRAISING LINKSHurricane Helene Flood Relief Tee“Son, Hold On (Killian’s Song)” by Landon BloodHurricane Relief by Jon Charles DwyerDownload TranscriptWELCOME TO THE HOLLERAs of October 25, 2024, THE HOLLER is live! If you're a new subscriber, click here to move to the Holler.If you are currently a Patreon subscriber, please log in to Patreon
Quick Check-in with Steve and Cam
A special announcement from Cam and Steve regarding the many exciting things afoot here at Old Gods of Appalachia.Old Gods of Appalachia: Deeper Still Backerkit link: http://mymcg.info/ogoa-deeper-stillSpecial equipment consideration provided by Lauten Audio.LEARN MORE ABOUT OLD GODS OF APPALACHIA: www.oldgodsofappalachia.comCOMPLETE YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA RITUAL:FacebookInstagram Twitter BlueskySUPPOR
Episode 70: The Burden of Proof
Marigold Underwood concludes her testimony, and Jack’s fate is decided.CW: Loud crashes, self loathing, intrusive thoughts, parental shame, psychological torment, exorcism, marital strife, gore, death by decapitation/dismemberment, otherworldly possession, sounds/language of courtroom proceedings and grief. Written by Cam Collins and Steve ShellNarrated by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellPro
Episode 69: Nice and Easy
Things are seldom as easy as they seem.CW: The feeling of being watched or stalked, mention of an older parent being injured, door knocking sounds. Written by Steve Shell and Cam CollinsNarrated by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellThe voice of Lee Underwood: D.J. RogersIntro music: “The Land Unknown (The Bloody Roots Verses)” written and perfo
Episode 68: The Bonds of Friendship
The bonds of friendship are stronger than any magic. CW: Alcohol consumption, pregnancy, discussion of racism, financial strife, marital stress. Written by Cam Collins and Steve Shell Narrated by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellThe voice of Marigold Underwood: Stephanie Hickling BeckmanThe voice of Lee Underwood: D.J. Rog
Episode 67: Goldie Graves
The Fire of the Mountain comes to speak before the Rock. CW: Discussion of the death of a spouse, racism, hate crimes; courtroom sounds. Written by Steve Shell and Cam Collins Narrated by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellThe voice of Marigold Underwood: Stephanie Hickling BeckmanThe voice of Young Lee Underwood: D.J. RogersIntro
Episode 66: Night Comes to the Rock
Blood is shed as the sun sets.CW: Gore, monster, death by monster, court proceedings, sudden and loud supernatural voices.Written by Steve Shell and Cam Collins Narrated by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellThe voice of D.L. Walker: Cam CollinsThe voice of Rachel Harlow: Sarah Doreen MacPheeIntro music: “The Land Unknown (The Bloody Roots
Episode 65: Debt Collections
Paid in full.CW: Gore, monster/animal attack sounds, death by monster, pregnancy, birth of a child.Written by Cam Collins and Steve ShellNarrated by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellIntro music: “The Land Unknown (The Bloody Roots Verses)” written and performed by Landon BloodOutro music: “Atonement” written and performed by Jon Charles DwyerS
Episode 64: Last Stand at Copper Ridge
A stand is made, and the shadow falls.CW: Gore, fire, disfiguring burns, sounds of burning, monster/animal attack sounds, death by monster, gunshot sounds, pregnancy. Written by Cam Collins and Steve ShellNarrated by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellIntro music: “The Land Unknown (The Bloody Roots Verses)” written and performed by Landon Blood
Episode 63: The Ways of the Dead
Decisions are made in the place where the veil stands thin.CW: References to the deaths of children in the practice of child labor, death of a parent, death in pollution-related circumstances, disfigurement, sex work, infertility. Loud animal noise, high pitched whistling, and sounds of emotional distress. Written by Cam Collins and Steve Shell Narrated by Steve ShellSound design by Stev
Episode 62: Small Favors
Favors are called in and a journey begins. CW: Discussion of firearms, paranoia, emotional breakdown, marital strife, children killed in industrial settings/child labor; automotive sounds; descriptions of mutilated ghosts. Written by Steve Shell and Cam CollinsNarrated by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellIntro music: “The Land Unknow
Episode 61: Mixed Blessings
Mine. CW: Woodland ambiance, monster noises, gunshot (at low volume), discussion of hunting animals for food, discussion of pregnancy and possible complications, light mutilation. Written by Steve Shell and Cam CollinsNarrated by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellThe voice of DL Walker: Cam Collins Intro music: “The Land Unknown
Episode 60: The Tale of Mr. Poe
Mr. Poe always gets his.CW: Woodland ambiance, monster noises, monster body horror, gunshot (at low volume), discussion of hunting animals for food.Written by Steve Shell Narrated by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellIntro music: “The Land Unknown (The Bloody Roots Verses)” written and performed by Landon BloodOutro music: “Atonement
Episode 59: Points of Order
A young man’s final testimony brings new revelations to light as another steps forward to tell their tale.CW: Courtroom proceedings, monster sounds, bodily harm via monster attack.Written by Cam CollinsNarrated by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellThe voice of DL Walker: Cam CollinsIntro music: “The Land Unknown (The Bloody Roots Verses)” writt
Episode 58: Opportunity Knocks
“I told you to be quick, young ones. Best you run.”CW: Gunshot, kidnapping, threats of physical harm, industrial doors slamming, sound of a man screaming in the distance, gore, death, dismemberment and sounds of consumption by a monster, mention of death of a parent due to cancer. Written by Cam Collins Narrated by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellProduced and edited by Cam Collins
A Special Message from WOGA Radio
We're thankful for you, family, and thus we present this special holiday broadcast.Featuring:"Hollow Men" by Brother Landon Blood"Don't Turn Away" by Jacob Danielsen-Moore"Panthers on the Mountainside" by Jon Charles Dwyer featuring Michele Buzbee and Sarah Doreen MacPheeHosted by Steve Shell.Special equipment consideration provided by Lauten Audio.LEARN MORE ABOUT OLD GODS OF APPALACHIA: www.oldg
Episode 57: The Land of Nod
“And Cain went out from the presence of the Lord, and dwelt in the land of Nod, on the east of Eden.”CW: Kidnapping, threats of physical harm, industrial doors slamming, description of circus costuming, bluegrass.Written by Cam Collins and Steve ShellNarrated by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve Shellhe voice of Erebus Cain: Darren MarshallIntro mus
Episode 56: The Traveling Marvels
There are many threats to children who wander alone into these woods. Even those who may be wolves.CW: Carnival ambience, chicken sounds, description/discussion of exploitative treatment of the disabled, brief description of the killing of chickens, snakes and other small animals, gore, monster noises.Written by Cam Collins and Steve ShellNarrated by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellProduced
Performance Review
Standard protocol for all employees of Barrow Mineral Resources.CW: Automobile engine sounds. mentions/descriptions of death by fire, decapitation and asphyxiation, threats of forced cannibalism and the mutilation of corpses. Written by Steve Shell and Cam CollinsNarrated by Steve ShellThe voice of Polly Barrow: Tracey Johnston CrumOutro music by Landon Blood and John Lee Bullard performing “Prett
Episode 55: The Matter of the Chilldren
Can there be justice for the children of the Clutch? CW: Kidnapping, confinement, ambient sounds of a large crowded room, sounds of gagging, choking, moaning and other pain-related vocalizations, breaking bones and tearing flesh, keening / distressed animal noises, court / legal proceedings, mention of pregnancy and childbirth, monster noises. Written by Cam Collins and Steve ShellNarrat
Episode 54: Caveat Emptor
Jack confronts a face from the past he cannot name. CW: Kidnapping, confinement, ambient sounds of a large crowded room, sounds of gagging/choking, court/legal proceedings, verbal/emotional abuse, description of/reference to bodily odors, description of death by horse, discussion of sex work, pregnancy, endangerment of a pregnant person, racism, non-graphic mention of the birth of a child.Wri
Episode 53: Due Process
Let all come to order. CW: Kidnapping, confinement, ambient sounds of a large crowded room, sounds of gagging/choking, court/legal proceedings, monster noises, environmental gore. Written by Cam Collins and Steve ShellNarrated by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellThe voice of Rachel Harlow: Sarah Doreen MacpheeIntro music: “The Land U
Episode 52: The Men of the Rock
J.T. Fields of Paradise and his young companion find themselves the unwilling guests of a mysterious sect.CW: Kidnapping, confinement, dungeon/cave sounds, slamming doors, grinding stone, threats of graphic violence, description of being knocked unconscious, coughing sounds.Written by Cam Collins and Steve ShellNarrated by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellProduced and edited by Cam Collins an
Episode 51: Season Four Prologue
Welcome to Season 4, family. Join us as we look down from the mountain top and ponder the tales we’ll be spinning this season. CW: References to mutilation, hunger, poverty, loss of employment, genocide, animal extinction, tarot, war and post war trauma, impending childbirth, child endangerment, monster noises and being pursued by monsters. Written by Cam CollinsNarrated by Steve ShellSo
Season 4 Official Trailer
See you soon, family. See you real soon.LEARN MORE ABOUT OLD GODS OF APPALACHIA: www.oldgodsofappalachia.comCOMPLETE YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA RITUAL:FacebookInstagramTwitterBlueskySUPPORT THE SHOW:Join us over at THE HOLLER to enjoy ad-free episodes, access exclusive storylines and more.Find t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, and other Old Gods merch at www.teepublic.com/stores/oldgodsofappalachia.Support this sho
Episode 50: The Horns of the Altar
Blood is spilled, good-byes are said. Season three comes to a close.CW: Car accident sounds including screeching brakes and impact, gunshot sound effects, gun violence, death of a caretaker / parent, grief, family-related trauma, discussion of abandonment and betrayal by a loved one, monster violence, kidnapping, gore.Written by Cam Collins and Steve ShellNarrated by Steve ShellSound design by Ste
Episode 49: Sackcloth and Ashes
Jonah Hellbender and friends set out to find someone who can help him learn the truth about his origins.CW: Gunshot sound effect, gun violence, death of a caretaker / parent, grief, family-related trauma, discussion of abandonment and betrayal by a loved one, monster violence, kidnapping.Written by Cam CollinsNarrated by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellProduced and edited by Cam Collins and
School Spirit
Two boys struggle to make it through a weekend of community service in the corpse of their old southwest Virginia high school in the winter of 1983.CW: Loud / percussive noises, gore, body horror, religious trauma, fundamentalist religious practices, themes relating to the satanic panic, possession, monster violence, bullying, mutilation, monster noises, sounds of monster-related automotive destru
Episode 48: By Reason of Mine Affliction
Plans are made. Things are sought and found.CW: Death of a caretaker/parent, grief, gore, monster related violence, child endangerment/death via religious themed cult/occult activity, high pitched monster noises.Written by Cam CollinsNarrated by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellThe voice of Rachel: Sara Doreen MacPheeIntro music: “The Land Unk
Episode 47: Cast Me Forth Unto the Sea
Three children flee from the husk of the place that used to be their home in search of answers they were never meant to find.CW: Death of a caretaker, grief, lizards.Written by Steve ShellNarrated by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellThe voice of Rachel: Sara Doreen MacPheeIntro music: “The Land Unknown (The Pound of Flesh Verses)” written and
Episode 46: Lay Not Upon Us Innocent Blood
It is the summer of 1941. There is a boy looking for answers in the deep woods of Kentucky. You should pray to the god that made you that he doesn't find them. CW: Death of a caretaker, financial distress, eviction/foreclosure, child endangerment. Written by Steve ShellNarrated by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellThe voice
Cheap Meat
On October 31st, 1972, an old pick up truck carried an even older man down the mountain to do his tradin' at the Cas Walker's in Stonega, VA. He never asked for no trouble. Y'all just remember that. CW: Sound of screeching breaks/ sudden car horn with no impact, discussion of butchery of meat in a grocery store, mutilation, gore, physical assault (non sexual), disfigurement, death(s) by
Episode 45: Hollowed Be Thy Name
Beasts will only bear burdens for so long. CW: Discussion of death by burning, abandonment trauma, mild profanity, monster violence. Written by Steve ShellNarrated by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellIntro music: “The Land Unknown (The Pound of Flesh Verses)” written and performed by Landon BloodOutro music: "I Cannot Escape th
Episode 44: A Brace of Kinsmen
An old man with a second chance. A darkness that will not stay buried. New places, new faces, same dark mountains.CW: Description of scars and bodily trauma, historical reference to military violence, mild description of physical intimacy, supernaturally induced pain, singing of a hymn.Written by Steve ShellNarrated by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellProduced and edited by Cam Collins and St
Episode 43: Escape From Paradise
Tommy puts Jack’s plan into action and journeys into darkness with a little help from an old friend.CW: Train sounds, train disaster, explosions, stabbing, references/depictions of intoxication.Written by Cam CollinsNarrated by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellThe voice of the Railroad Man: Yuri LowenthalIntro music: “The Land Unknown (The Pou
Episode 42: A Fool's Paradise
Mr. J.T. Fields of Paradise prepares to offer a very specific form of assistance to young Tommy Adkins.CW: Depictions/discussion of poverty and financial stress, alcohol, workplace related supernatural death, light dismemberment, and an industrial disaster. Written by Cam CollinsNarrated by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellIntro music: “The La
Episode 41: Return to Paradise
We find ourselves in familiar company as we rejoin Mr. J.T. Fields, otherwise known as Jack, and his young charges in Paradise.CW: Depictions/discussion of poverty and financial stress, alcohol, workplace coercion, jealousy, and relational stress.Written by Cam CollinsNarrated by Steve ShellSound design by Steve ShellProduced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve ShellIntro Music: “The Land Unknown
Episode 40: The Well of Remembrance
Act II of Season Three comes to an end.CW: depiction/discussion of religious fundamentalism, gore, reference to death by monster, frank discussion of historical sex work, bodily injury and disability, apparent death by hanging, emotional trauma, endangerment of a child, historical depiction of disability used in a deceptive manner, death of family members.Written by Steve Shell and Cam CollinsNarr
Episode 39: The Blood of the Mountain
Sheila Walker’s diary comes to a close, but Miss Belle’s story is far from over.CW: depiction/discussion of religious fundamentalism, gore, reference to death by monster, frank discussion of historical sex work, bodily injury and disability, emotional trauma, endangerment of a child, historical depiction of disability used in a deceptive manner. Written by Steve Shell and Cam CollinsNarrated by St
Episode 38: Diary of a Preacher's Daughter
Miss Belle discovers more about her mamaw Sheila in the pages of her diary. CW: depiction/discussion of religious fundamentalism, gore, reference to death by monster, frank discussion of historical sex work, bodily injury and disability, emotional trauma, endangerment of a child, historical depiction of disability used in a deceptive manner.Written by Steve Shell and Cam CollinsNarrated by St
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