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, 2025•31 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2025•38 min•Ep 74•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2025•36 min•Ep 73•Transcript available on Metacast "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, 2024•24 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2024•30 min•Ep 72•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2024•14 min•Ep 71•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2024•7 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2024•3 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Ep 70•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2024•37 min•Ep 69•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2024•38 min•Ep 68•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2024•30 min•Ep 67•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2024•32 min•Ep 66•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2024•31 min•Ep 65•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2024•27 min•Ep 64•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2024•31 min•Ep 63•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2024•30 min•Ep 62•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2024•30 min•Ep 61•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2024•34 min•Ep 60•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2023•26 min•Ep 59•Transcript available on Metacast “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, 2023•41 min•Ep 58•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2023•18 min•Transcript available on Metacast “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, 2023•35 min•Ep 57•Transcript available on Metacast 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, 2023•34 min•Ep 56•Transcript available on Metacast Standard protocol for all employees of Barrow Mineral Resources. CW: Automobile engine sounds. mentions/descriptions of death by fire, decapitation and asphyxiation, threats of forced cannibalism and the mutilation of corpses. Written by Steve Shell and Cam Collins Narrated by Steve Shell The voice of Polly Barrow: Tracey Johnston Crum Outro music by Landon Blood and John Lee Bullard performing “Pretty Polly” This story originally appeared as a segment on select dates of the Price of Progress Li...
Oct 31, 2023•16 min•Transcript available on Metacast Can there be justice for the children of the Clutch? CW: Kidnapping, confinement, ambient sounds of a large crowded room, sounds of gagging, choking, moaning and other pain-related vocalizations, breaking bones and tearing flesh, keening / distressed animal noises, court / legal proceedings, mention of pregnancy and childbirth, 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 ...
Oct 19, 2023•35 min•Ep 55•Transcript available on Metacast Jack confronts a face from the past he cannot name. CW: Kidnapping, confinement, ambient sounds of a large crowded room, sounds of gagging/choking, court/legal proceedings, verbal/emotional abuse, description of/reference to bodily odors, description of death by horse, discussion of sex work, pregnancy, endangerment of a pregnant person, racism, non-graphic mention of the birth of a child. Written by Steve Shell and Cam Collins Narrated by Steve Shell Sound design by Steve Shell Produced a...
Oct 05, 2023•34 min•Ep 54•Transcript available on Metacast Let all come to order. CW: Kidnapping, confinement, ambient sounds of a large crowded room, sounds of gagging/choking, court/legal proceedings, monster noises, environmental gore. 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 Rachel Harlow: Sarah Doreen Macphee Intro music: “The Land Unknown (The Bloody Roots Verses)” written and performed by Landon Blood Outro music: “Atoneme...
Sep 21, 2023•33 min•Ep 53•Transcript available on Metacast J.T. Fields of Paradise and his young companion find themselves the unwilling guests of a mysterious sect. CW: Kidnapping, confinement, dungeon/cave sounds, slamming doors, grinding stone, threats of graphic violence, description of being knocked unconscious, coughing sounds. 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 Rachel Harlow: Sarah Doreen Macphee Intro music: “The Land Unknown (...
Sep 07, 2023•26 min•Ep 52•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome to Season 4, family. Join us as we look down from the mountain top and ponder the tales we’ll be spinning this season. CW: References to mutilation, hunger, poverty, loss of employment, genocide, animal extinction, tarot, war and post war trauma, impending childbirth, child endangerment, monster noises and being pursued by monsters. Written by Cam Collins Narrated by Steve Shell Sound design by Steve Shell Produced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve Shell Intro music: “The La...
Aug 24, 2023•13 min•Ep 51•Transcript available on Metacast 
