Sep 15, 202532 minS0
<p>On this episode of Breaking Beans, Kendra sits down with Tanner Horton, a bandmember of the viral Appalachian band, The Creekers. Tanner discusses how the band was formed, how being from a small town in Eastern...
About this Podcast:
Welcome to Breaking Beans, a podcast inviting you to "come home" to the Appalachian mountains and celebrate the people, products, and culture of the area. Join Kendra, an eastern Kentucky native, as she takes the listener on a journey through mountain life and uncovers what makes Appalachia so special. Whether you're a lifetime resident, an Appalachian who has moved away from home, or simply curious about this corner of the world, Breaking Beans offers a tribute to an area as rich in character as it is tradition.
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What is Breaking Beans about?
Welcome to Breaking Beans, a podcast inviting you to "come home" to the Appalachian mountains and celebrate the people, products, and culture of the area. Join Kendra, an eastern Kentucky native, as she takes the listener on a journey through mountain life and uncovers what makes Appalachia so special.
What has Breaking Beans covered recently?
Recent episodes include "18. The Creek's a Risin' with Tanner Horton from The Creekers" (15 September 2025, 32 minutes), "17. Appalachian Stereotypes and Misconceptions with Emily" (2 September 2025, 53 minutes), and "16. Our Mountain Beauty - For Granny Rowena" (18 August 2025, 18 minutes).
How often does Breaking Beans publish?
Breaking Beans publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 30 minutes across 20 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Breaking Beans?
Booking probability for Breaking Beans is 18%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Breaking Beans requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Breaking Beans's contact route on record: public web form.
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Breaking Beans is a society podcast with 20 episodes published.
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- Sep 2, 202553 minS0
<p>On this episode of Breaking Beans, Kendra is once again joined by Emily, and the two discuss some of the most controversial topics in Appalachia: stereotypes and misconceptions of the area and culture. Kendra and...
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16. Our Mountain Beauty - For Granny Rowena
Aug 18, 202518 minS0<p>On this episode of Breaking Beans, Kendra reflects on the life of her Granny Rowena, a huge inspiration for the podcast, who passed away a few weeks prior to recording. She shares memories, stories, and discusses the...
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15. Eastern Kentucky Bucket List with Emily Davidson
Aug 4, 202546 minS0<p>On this episode of Breaking Beans, Kendra is joined by one of her hometown best friends, Emily Davidson, to give their own top 10 things to do in Eastern Kentucky. What was originally meant to be a summer bucket...
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14. Pedals & Passion: War Daddy 2025 with John Maggard
Mar 31, 202536 minS0<p>On this episode of Breaking Beans, Kendra is joined by John Maggard, the host of the War Daddy and Sandlin Shred mountain bike races in Hyden, Kentucky. Listen in as John shares why he wanted to bring a race to this...
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- Mar 3, 202531 minS0
<p>On this episode of Breaking Beans, Kendra is joined by Monica Gibson to discuss the February 2025 flooding across Appalachia. Monica is a resident of Leslie County, Kentucky, and has been personally affected as her...
- Feb 10, 202517 minS0
<p>On this episode of Breaking Beans, Kendra tells the tragic love story between Roseanna McCoy and Johnse Hatfield, as well as highlights some distinct moments of the Hatfield and McCoy feud. A new Appalachian phrase...
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11. Flavors of Appalachia with AnnDraia Bales
Jan 27, 202540 minS0<p>On this episode of Breaking Beans, Kendra is joined by AnnDraia Bales, an Eastern Kentucky native who is an Appalachian food connoisseur. Listen in as AnnDraia shares memories and inspirations surrounding Appalachian...
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10. Welcome Home to Wendover with Special Guests
Jan 13, 202549 minS0<p>On this episode of Breaking Beans, Kendra sits down with the team of Mary Breckinridge's Wendover, a National Historic Landmark that function as an inn and community hub for the people of Leslie County, Kentucky...
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BONUS: Appalachian Christmas Memories
Dec 23, 20248 minS0<p>Join Kendra as she shares Appalachian Christmas memories submitted by Breaking Beans listeners and her own Christmas memories. Merry Christmas everyone!</p>
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9. Hunting in the Hills with Eric Barger
Dec 16, 202443 minS0<p>On this episode of Breaking Beans, Kendra is joined by her brother Eric, an avid hunter to discuss hunting in Appalachia. Listen in as they discuss how he began hunting, his memorable experiences, and why hunting is...
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8. Winter Weather Predictions with Peggy Barger
Dec 2, 202427 minS0<p>As winter draws closer, we are reminded of the old ways and signs used to predict how harsh or how mild the winter will be. On this episode of Breaking Beans, Kendra is joined by her mom, Peggy Barger, to discuss...
- Nov 18, 202433 minS0
<p>In this episode of Breaking Beans, Kendra begins the episode discussing traditional Appalachian Thanksgiving practices and the spirit of generosity of Appalachians. She is later joined by India Kirstein to discuss...
- Nov 4, 202428 minS0
<p>On this episode of Breaking Beans, Kendra is joined by an anonymous guest (with a little moonshining experience) to answer some burning questions about moonshine in Appalachia. You'll hear some moonshine history, the...
- Oct 21, 202419 minS0
<p>On this episode of Breaking Beans, Kendra recaps her weekend spent back in Eastern Kentucky attending her family's reunion and her hometown's fall festival. You'll even hear from some of her family that were...
- Oct 7, 202450 minS0
<p>On this episode of Breaking Beans, Kendra is joined by Matthew Sparks and Olivia Sizemore, the creators and co-authors of Haint Country, a spooky collection of Appalachian folklore tales. They discuss the motivation...
- Sep 23, 202424 minS0
<p>On this episode of Breaking Beans, Kendra is joined by her dad, Don Barger, to discuss modern-day coal mining. Together, Kendra and Don discuss his coal mining career, the mechanics of coal mining, and the lifestyle...
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2. Red Bandana Brigade: The Battle of Blair Mountain
Sep 9, 202420 minS0<p>On this episode of Breaking Beans, Kendra tells the story of The Battle of Blair Mountain, a lesser-known, but important event in Appalachian history. </p> <p><br /></p>...
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1. Roots Run Deep
Aug 26, 202422 minS0<p>Grab a mess of beans and start breaking while you join Kendra for the pilot episode of Breaking Beans! She will discuss family life in Appalachia, what to expect for future episodes, and more.</p> <p>See the google...
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