Erin and Chris speak with Dr. Tyler Fritts, a musicologist who grew up in Mt. Sterling, Kentucky. Dr. Fritts talks about studying at Berea College, his field recording of Appalachian melodies, and how music and food are the best ways to get to know someone.
Here’s a link to the NPR story mentioned in this episode:
<a href="https://www.npr.org/2021/01/05/953653411/katherine-jackson-frenchs-ballad-collection-published-110-years-later">https://www.npr.org/2021/01/05/953653411/katherine-jackson-frenchs-ballad-collection-published-110-years-later</a>

Vodka Pie Crust and How to Treat People (with Shawn McGuffey)

Most folks have a small town somewhere in their past. 
And for many of us: it’s complicated. 
“Where Y’all From” explores the often fraught relationship between where we’re from and who we are. With southeastern Kentucky roots, brother-sister cohosts Chris Smallwood and Erin Wathen interview guests and share small town stories, thoughts on place and identity, and funky Americana that makes our small towns feel like home. 
There is always food. There is usually music. There is often bourbon. Come on over. 

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