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Old Gods of Appalachia

In the mountains of central Appalachia, blood runs as deep as these hollers and just as dark. Since before our kind knew these hills, hearts of unknowable hunger and madness have slumbered beneath them. These are the darkest mountains in the world. How dare we think we can break the skin of a god and dig out its heart without bringing forth blood and darkness? Old Gods of Appalachia is a horror-anthology podcast set in the shadows of an Alternate Appalachia, a place where digging too deep into the mines was just the first mistake.


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Episodes

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 Shell Produced and Edited by Cam Collins and Steve Shell Narrated and Performed by Steve Shell Sound design by Steve Shell Intro music: “The Land Unknown (The Home is Nowhere Verses: Traditional)” written and performed by Landon Blood Outro music: “God's Dark Heaven” by Those Poor Bastards LEARN MORE ABOUT OLD GODS OF APPALACHIA: www.oldgodsofappalachia.com COMP...

Apr 17, 202547 minSeason 5Ep. 80

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 Collins Narrated by Steve Shell Sound design by Steve Shell Produced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve Shell The voice of Polly Barrow: Tracey Johnston Crum The voice of Orla: Betsy Puckett The voice of Conrad Barrow: Cecil Baldwi...

Apr 03, 202540 minSeason 5Ep. 79

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 Collins Narrated by Steve Shell Sound design by Steve Shell Produced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve Shell The voice of Polly Barrow: Tracey Johnston Crum The voice of Brother Bartholomew: Dr. Ray Christian The voice of Conrad Barrow: C...

Mar 20, 202529 minSeason 5Ep. 78

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 Collins Narrated by Steve Shell Sound design by Steve Shell Produced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve Shell The Voice of Conrad Barrow: Cecil Baldwin The voice of Benual Barrow: Brandon Bentley Intro music: “The Land Unknown (The Home is Nowhere ...

Mar 06, 202528 minSeason 5Ep. 77

Meet Our Cousins: The Gentleman from Hell

Three private detectives investigate the mystery of Cold Sparrow - a town that's entire population disappeared without a trace over twenty years ago. Together, the detectives seek to unravel the town's mysteries and find the enigmatic Benjamin Veers, an eccentric billionaire who resided in the once picturesque town. Credits: Written by Mark Anzalone Edited by Walker Kornfeld Sound mastering by Steven J. Anzalone Mace voiced by Steven Zivic Leon voiced by Sam Stark Phyllis voiced by Aubrey Akers ...

Feb 27, 202529 minSeason 1Ep. 1

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 Collins Narrated by Steve Shell Sound design by Steve Shell Produced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve Shell The voice of Cowboy Absher: Brandon Bentley The voice of Kelson Stallard: Kelson Stallard Intro...

Feb 14, 20251 hr 1 minSeason 5Ep. 76

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 Collins Narrated by Steve Shell Sound design by Steve Shell Produced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve Shell The voice of Cowboy Absher: Brandon Bentley  Intro music: “The Land Unknown (The Home is Nowhere Verse...

Jan 30, 202531 minSeason 5Ep. 75

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 Collins Narrated by Steve Shell Sound design by Steve Shell Produced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve Shell The voice of Cowboy Absher: Brandon Bentley Intro music: “The Land ...

Jan 16, 202538 minSeason 5Ep. 74

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 Collins Narrated by Steve Shell Sound design by Steve Shell Produced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve Shell Intro music: “The Land Unknown (The Home is Nowhere Verses)” writ...

Jan 02, 202536 minSeason 5Ep. 73

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 Shell Narrated by Steve Shell Sound design by Steve Shell Produced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve Shell The voice of Nina Jennings: Shasparay Irvin The voice of Tobias Underwood: D.J. ...

Dec 25, 202424 min

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 Shell Narrated by Steve Shell Sound design by Steve Shell Produced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve Shell Intro music: “The Land Unknown (The Home is Nowhere Verses)” written and performed by Landon Blood Outro music: “I Cannot Escape the Darkness” by Those Poor Bastards Spec...

Dec 19, 202430 minSeason 5Ep. 72

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 Collins Narrated by Steve Shell Sound design by Steve Shell Produced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve Shell Intro music: “The Land Unknown (The Home is Nowhere Verses)” written and performed by Landon Blood Outro music: “The Land Unknown (Instrumental & Acoustic)” written and performed by Landon Blood Special equipment considera...

Dec 05, 202414 minSeason 5Ep. 71

Family Meeting: Cam & Steve Talk About What’s Next Following Hurricane Helene

An update from the creators of Old Gods of Appalachia. FUNDRAISING LINKS Hurricane Helene Flood Relief Tee “Son, Hold On (Killian’s Song)” by Landon Blood Hurricane Relief by Jon Charles Dwyer Download Transcript WELCOME TO THE HOLLER As 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 and check out our latest update for instructions on migrating your account to the Holler....

Oct 18, 20247 min

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-still Special equipment consideration provided by Lauten Audio. LEARN MORE ABOUT OLD GODS OF APPALACHIA: www.oldgodsofappalachia.com COMPLETE YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA RITUAL: Facebook Instagram Twitter Bluesky SUPPORT THE SHOW: Join us over at THE HOLLER to enjoy ad-free episodes, access exclusive storylines...

Sep 12, 20243 min

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 Shell Narrated by Steve Shell Sound design by Steve Shell Produced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve Shell The voice of Lee Underwood: D.J. Rogers The voic...

May 30, 20241 hr 13 minSeason 4Ep. 70

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 Collins Narrated by Steve Shell Sound design by Steve Shell Produced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve Shell The voice of Lee Underwood: D.J. Rogers Intro music: “The Land Unknown (The Bloody Roots Verses)” written and performed by Landon Blood Outro music: “Atonement” written and performed by Jon Charles Dwyer Ticke...

May 16, 202437 minSeason 4Ep. 69

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 Shell Sound design by Steve Shell Produced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve Shell The voice of Marigold Underwood: Stephanie Hickling Beckman The voice of Lee Underwood: D.J. Rogers Intro music: “The Land Unknown (The Bloody Roots Verses)” written and performed by Landon...

May 02, 202438 minSeason 4Ep. 68

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 Shell Sound design by Steve Shell Produced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve Shell The voice of Marigold Underwood: Stephanie Hickling Beckman The voice of Young Lee Underwood: D.J. Rogers Intro music: “The Land Unknown (The Bloody Roots Verses)” written and performed by Landon Blood O...

Apr 18, 202430 minSeason 4Ep. 67

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 Shell Sound design by Steve Shell Produced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve Shell The voice of D.L. Walker: Cam Collins The voice of Rachel Harlow: Sarah Doreen MacPhee Intro music: “The Land Unknown (The Bloody Roots Verses)” written and performed by Landon Blood Outro music: “Atonement” written and performe...

Apr 04, 202432 minSeason 4Ep. 66

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 Shell Narrated by Steve Shell Sound design by Steve Shell Produced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve Shell Intro music: “The Land Unknown (The Bloody Roots Verses)” written and performed by Landon Blood Outro music: “Atonement” written and performed by Jon Charles Dwyer Special equipment consideration provided by Lauten Audio. LEARN MORE ABOUT OLD GODS OF APPALA...

Mar 21, 202431 minSeason 4Ep. 65

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 Shell Narrated by Steve Shell Sound design by Steve Shell Produced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve Shell Intro music: “The Land Unknown (The Bloody Roots Verses)” written and performed by Landon Blood Outro music: “Atonement” written and performed by Jon Charles Dwyer Special equipment consider...

Mar 07, 202427 minSeason 4Ep. 64

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 Shell Sound design by Steve Shell Produced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve Shell Intro music: “The Land Unknown (The B...

Feb 22, 202431 minSeason 4Ep. 63

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 Collins Narrated by Steve Shell Sound design by Steve Shell Produced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve Shell Intro music: “The Land Unknown (The Bloody Roots Verses)” written and performed by Landon Blood Outro music: “Atonement” wr...

Feb 08, 202430 minSeason 4Ep. 62

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 Collins Narrated by Steve Shell Sound design by Steve Shell Produced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve Shell The voice of DL Walker: Cam Collins  Intro music: “The Land Unknown (The Bloody Roots Verses)” written and performed by Landon Blood Outro music: “Atonement” wri...

Jan 11, 202430 minSeason 4Ep. 61

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 Shell Sound design by Steve Shell Produced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve Shell Intro music: “The Land Unknown (The Bloody Roots Verses)” written and performed by Landon Blood Outro music: “Atonement” written and performed by Jon Charles Dwyer Special equipment consideration provided by Laut...

Jan 04, 202434 minSeason 4Ep. 60

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 Collins Narrated by Steve Shell Sound design by Steve Shell Produced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve Shell The voice of DL Walker: Cam Collins Intro music: “The Land Unknown (The Bloody Roots Verses)” written and performed by Landon Blood Outro music: “Atonement” written and performed by Jon Charle...

Dec 14, 202326 minSeason 4Ep. 59

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 Shell Sound design by Steve Shell Produced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve Shell The voice of Erebus Cain: Darren Marshall Intro music: “The Land Unknown (The ...

Nov 30, 202341 minSeason 4Ep. 58

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 MacPhee Hosted by Steve Shell. Special equipment consideration provided by Lauten Audio. LEARN MORE ABOUT OLD GODS OF APPALACHIA: www.oldgodsofappalachia.com COMPLETE YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA RITUAL: Facebook Instagram Twitter Bluesky SUP...

Nov 23, 202318 min

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 Shell Narrated by Steve Shell Sound design by Steve Shell Produced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve Shell he voice of Erebus Cain: Darren Marshall Intro music: “The Land Unknown (The Bloody Roots Verses)” written and performed by Landon Blood utro m...

Nov 16, 202335 minSeason 4Ep. 57

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 Shell Narrated by Steve Shell Sound design by Steve Shell Produced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve Shell The voice of Erebus Cain: Darren Marshall Intro music...

Nov 02, 202334 minSeason 4Ep. 56