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Ozarkian Folk Chronicles - Your Podcast About the Ozarks

Ozarkian Folk Chronicles
Ozarks
Ozark Superstitions
Folklore
Taney County
Robert Faye Adams
Vance Randolph
Willa Adams
Ozark Folk Songs
Moonshining
Beaver Creek
Folk Music
Ballad Singing
Herbal Medicine
Springfield, Missouri
Greene County
John Quincy Wolf Collection
Max Hunter Collection
Shepherd Of the Hills
Silver Dollar City
Mary Elizabeth Manke

Come with us as we dive head first into the titillating tales of Ozarkian folklore and discuss the origins and obscurities of these stories. From Curtis Copeland and Hayden Head, this is Ozarkian Folk Chronicles.

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Back in 2010, Hayden sent the script and lyrics for a musical version of Shepherd of the Hills to longtime SDC music director, Stan Beard. Stan caught the vision, and how! In a marathon of musical composition, Stan wrote the melodies for Hayden's son... more

For a time in the early 20th century, Garber, Missouri, was the epicenter of tourism in the Ozark hills of Taney County. All that's left now are a few shabby buildings returning to the soil. However, John Fullerton, local historian and popular entert... more

Warning: This episode has drug references, violence, and some language. It is intended for a mature listening audience.

When Russ Mack posted a reply to our episodes on Dave McElyea and Ralph Baker, we knew we had to have him join us to get his persp... more

Gary Groman has written under the pen name of the Ole Seagull for over thirty years in Branson newspapers. During that time, Gary has seen leadership come and go and witnessed great change over more than three decades in the area. Join the Chronicles... more

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Recent Guests

John Fullerton
Preeminent historian of Garber and Taney County
historian
Episode: Episode 116: John Fullerton and the Nearly Forgotten History of Garber
Gary Groman
Ole Seagull, Branson columnist
Branson community, local press
Episode: Episode 114: Gary Groman, the Ole Seagull, talks TIFs, tiffs, and tales of Branson's history
Nicholas Inman
Reverend; executive director of the Laura Ingalls Wilder Home and Museum; president of the Cherry Blossom Festival
Laura Ingalls Wilder Home and Museum; Cherry Blossom Festival
Episode: Episode 113: What do Marshfield, John Boy Walton, and the U.S. Presidency Have in Common? Nicholas Inman and the Cherry Blossom Festival!
Abbey Waterworth
Musician, artist, and craftsperson with Ozarks roots
Independent artist
Episode: Episode 112: The Incredible Talents of Abbey Waterworth: Singer, Songwriter, Artist, and Spinner of Rabbit Fur!
James Bowen
Listener who grew up in Madison County, contributor of oral histories
Private individual
Episode: Episode 111: More Tales from Booger County about Sheriff Ralph Baker
D.A. Calloway
Legendary entertainer known for his performances at Silver Dollar City.
Silver Dollar City
Episode: Episode 110: Brighten your day with D.A. Calloway, the legendary entertainer from Silver Dollar City!
Dr. Joanna Dee Das
Associate Professor of Performing Arts at Washington University in St. Louis and author of "Branson: Faith, Family, and Flag"
Washington University in St. Louis
Episode: Episode 109: Dr. Joanna Dee Das discusses her book: Branson: Faith, Family, and Flag
Amelia LaMair
Musician and member of Creek Stink
Creek Stink
Episode: Episode 106: The Wingnutty Sound of Creek Stink, the Ozarks Musical Mavericks
Eric Bogwalker
Musician and founding member of Creek Stink
Creek Stink
Episode: Episode 106: The Wingnutty Sound of Creek Stink, the Ozarks Musical Mavericks

Hosts

Curtis Copeland
Host with long-running involvement in Ozark storytelling and local history discussions.
Hayden Head
Co-host and frequent interviewer, guiding conversations with warmth and curiosity.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 39 ratings
  • The profound and the preposterous

    Ozarkian Folk Chronicles explores all things Ozarkian - both fact and fiction, myth and legend - or profound and preposterous! The variety of guests is excellent. Whether it’s an episode about forest and river preservation, folk songs and stories, or Bigfoot sightings, there’s a lot to love and a great value for the cultural and historical aspects.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JoshM333
    United States2 months ago
  • All things Ozarkian

    I really enjoy this podcast for a number of reasons. The hosts are engaging and knowledgeable and their guests come from a plethora of backgrounds. The topics are very diverse but the Ozarks is always center stage. Bravo!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tourdawg
    United States3 months ago
  • Wonderful Guests, Wild Stories

    Hayden & Curtis do a great job of filling each episode with lots of fun and interesting (wild!) Ozark lore and stories. They keep the guest content fresh and moving. It’s an educational and fun way to spend time learning about the Ozarks. Worth each listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DC Social
    United States4 months ago
  • I grew up in the Ozarks but moved away as an adult. My family has lived in the Ozarks for almost 200 years. Listening to stories about this area brings back fond memories and has provider interesting stories about people I have heard my grandparents talk about as a kid.

    Audible
    5
    Mary Mease
    United States9 months ago
  • Wonderful Insight Into Ozarks Culture and History

    I grew up in the Ozarks but moved away as an adult. My family has lived in the Ozarks for almost 200 years. Listening to stories about this area brings back fond memories and has provider interesting stories about people I have heard my grandparents talk about as a kid.

    Audible
    5
    Mary Mease
    United States9 months ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners praise the show's deep dive into Ozark history and folklore.
Fans highlight engaging hosts and the diverse guest lineup.
Audiences appreciate the storytelling craft and connection to regional culture.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 109: Dr. Joanna Dee Das discusses her book: Branson: Faith, Family, and Flag
Q: At what point did your academic interests sort of get focused on Branson as a subject?
Joanna explained that she began thinking about Branson during graduate school and eventually decided to explore it further upon moving back to Missouri in 2016, realizing its importance in American theater history.
Episode 109: Dr. Joanna Dee Das discusses her book: Branson: Faith, Family, and Flag
Q: What was your experience like? Did you have a chance to visit Branson much as a young person?
Joanna shared that she didn't visit Branson until her early 20s but had always heard about it as a popular destination among her peers during her childhood in St. Louis.
Episode 105: Jason McCollom of the Ozarks Heritage Research Center Talks Saving the Ozarks
Q: Could you help explain why we should care about our history, about our folklore, about the archives, about the center?
Understanding our history helps us relate to others throughout time, revealing common human experiences despite differing contexts.
Episode 104: From Cryptids to Cryptocurrency: Emma Hamilton, Bigfoot, and the Future of Storytelling!
Q: What kind of story does an entrepreneur tell herself when developing ideas?
Emma suggested that knowing one's motivation and purpose is essential for staying focused while adapting to challenges.
Episode 102: Daniel Woodrell In Memoriam: A Conversation with Brooks Blevins about the Ozarks Most Famous Author
Q: How does Woodrell's writing reflect his connection to the Ozarks?
His writing reflects an insider-outsider perspective, giving authenticity while exploring the darker sides of the Ozarks.

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1. John Fullerton
2. Gary Groman
3. Nicholas Inman
4. Abbey Waterworth
5. James Bowen
6. D.A. Calloway
7. Dr. Joanna Dee Das
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