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Adam Booth's storytelling blends traditional folklore, music, and an awareness of contemporary Appalachia. His original cinematic style, both humorous and touching, is influenced by generations of diverse storytellers from West Virginia. As a nationally touring artist, his professional telling appearances include premiere storytelling events across the United States, including the Kennedy Center Millennium Stage, the Timpanogos Storytelling Festival, the National Storytelling Festival.Aired 3/20/22

The Happy Valley community lies between Lenoir and Blowing Rock along the Yadkin River. This fertile valley is so scenic and peaceful that early settlers gave it the name “Happy Valley.” The valley was home to General William Lenoir, for whom the Caldwell County seat of Lenoir was named. His home, Fort Defiance, is on the National Register of Historic Places, open regularly to visitors, and also hosts several public events a year.

In amazing story, WUNC's Leoneda Inge discussed her recent project for public radio about African Americans getting into underwater diving for the purpose to locate sunken slave ships. This included Tara Roberts of Atlanta with family roots in North Carolina. This interview originally aired Feb. 23, 2022.

Appalachian Vibes was recently added to WNCW's list of short segments that deal with music and airs during Morning Edition. Creator and Host of the program, Amanda Bocchi joined us for this Friday Feature to go over the show. Amanda has a heart for those she feels are sometimes left out when it comes to Appalachia music, like African Americans and women. This interview originally aired March 4, 2022.

Transportation and transit were a part of the discussion with Steve Harris of WFAE in Charlotte. Some City officials would like to get more residences to use transportation other than their own vehicles, but it may not be possible. Steve also talked about recent political news in the Charlotte region. This interview originally aired March 9, 2022.

Four-time Grammy Award winner David Holt is a musician, storyteller, historian, television host and entertainer, dedicated to performing and preserving traditional American music and stories. Holt plays ten acoustic instruments and has released numerous award-winning recordings of traditional mountain music and southern folktales. His PBS series, David Holt’s State of Music, is very popular, showcasing rising starts and masters of traditional and contemporary music."One Wish" is an old folk tale from Ireland. What would you do with one wish? From “Hairyman Meets Tailybone” www.davidholt.com Aired 3/13

Bee City USA, located in Western North Carolina, is coming up on its tenth birthday. The found of Bee City, Phyllis Styles, is our guest on this Friday Feature from April 1, 2022, to recap the past and what's ahead this spring when it comes to events, programs, and more growth. If you don't realize how important pollination is for our environment, make sure to listen to this podcast.

Reporter Mike Conley of The McDowell News joined WNCW on April 20, 2022, to talk about some of his latest stories, including Marion's plans for its first-ever Juneteenth Celebration, a McDowell business that made the pages of Our State Magazine, and how an East Marion group has its eyes on a new Recreation Center for the community.

The Symphony of Rutherford County has been making music for over 30 years. While their annual spring concert may be behind them, when you hear this interview, you'll still enjoy details about the group's history and contributors. Guests on this interview include Nancy Womack, group representative and young musicians Kate Strickland and Peter Moore. Originally aired on April 22, 2022.

If you have ever been to Highlands, NC, you know how beautiful of a spot that is in the Western NC Mountains. It just happens to also be home to The Bear Shadow Music Festival. Festival Director Casey Reid provides details and talks about what this family friendly festival has to offer. This conversation originally aired on April 15, 2022.