Old Gods of Appalachia

Episode 98: Generation of Vipers

30 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In these mountains, there is more than one royal family.CW: Discussion of murder of family members, death post-childbirth; monster noises, train sound...

Episode 97: Excursus II

16 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A little palate cleanser before the second course of season two begins in earnest.CW: Monster sounds; holiday party sounds; mention of a dead parent.W...

Meet Our Cousins: The Harbingers

02 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Well hey there, family. This week Old Gods of Appalachia is taking an extra week off, as we do in between story arcs, and we will return on Thursday A...

Episode 96: Lessons Learned

26 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The black door opens. Who or what will pass through? CW: Historical hospital settings, gore, deaths by monster and falling, monster and monster e...

Episode 95: The Second Death

12 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The dead make their case as oblivion lurks in the shadows. CW: Historical hospital settings, discussion of familial neglect and the death of a ch...

Episode 94: Phantoms in the Early Dark

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Ghosts of the past and the present manifest around the occupant of room sixteen.CW: Historical hospital settings, loss of bodily autonomy/control, dea...

Episode 93: The Woman in Room Sixteen

12 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In the summer of 1928, a mysterious stranger seeks help and healing at Woodhaven Sanitorium.CW: References to death by illness, historical hospital se...

Episode 92: Excursus I

29 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An amuse bouche before our first course of the season.CW: References to death by illness, historical hospital settings.Written by Cam CollinsProduced ...

Episode 91: Season Six Prologue

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A brief look ahead into the long shadows of Season Six.CW: References to family secrets, train sounds.Written by Steve ShellEdited by Cam CollinsProdu...

Season 6 Trailer #3: Nurse's Log

12 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The patient has awakened...NEW SEASON 01.15.26Special equipment consideration provided by Lauten Audio.LEARN MORE ABOUT OLD GODS OF APPALACHIA: www.ol...

Season 6 Trailer #2: A Farewell Note

12 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

By the time you read this, I will be gone...NEW SEASON 01.15.26Special equipment consideration provided by Lauten Audio.LEARN MORE ABOUT OLD GODS OF A...

Season 6 Trailer #1: Foreman's Report

09 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

How can soil hunger?Special equipment consideration provided by Lauten Audio.LEARN MORE ABOUT OLD GODS OF APPALACHIA: www.oldgodsofappalachia.comCOMPL...

Meet Our Cousins: [REDACTED]

19 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Introducing [REDACTED]; from Athan (The Grotto) and Jamie Petronis (The Cellar Letters)Following the death of his twin, failing actor Jacob Kane assum...

One Last House

31 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A special preview of the exclusive content to be found within the Holler. www.oldgodsofappalachia.com/theholler When the porch lights begin to wink ou...

Episode 90: When the Darkness Comes

18 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

All paths converge in a night of terror as season five comes to a close. CW: Sounds of: a loud rock concert, a fire alarm, a chainsaw, physical c...

Episode 89: Lost in the Shadows

04 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In the penultimate episode of season five, all roads lead to a sanctuary for music and those who worship at its altar. CW: Gore, trauma related f...

Episode 88: Good Times

21 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As the sun sets, travelers make their way to the scruffy city of Knoxville. CW: Descriptions of a messy, unsanitary vehicle, automotive sounds, d...

Episode 87: Say Hello to the Night

07 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Hunters of varying stripes take to the highway in pursuit of our young vampire friend.CW: References to historic racism and violence / hate crimes, ly...

Episode 86: Cry Little Sister

24 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Wild hearts take to the road and shadows follow.CW: References to narcotic use, the death of a partner, burn care, family strife/arguing, the satanic ...

Episode 85: When You're Strange

10 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The final arc of season five begins. Two trailer parks, unalike in dignity, is where we lay our scene. CW: Highway sounds, truck sounds, descript...

Episode 84: Hardball

03 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Vince and Chip have that chat. CW: Insects maggots, larvae, eye and internal body horror, gore, explosions, gunshots, collapsing building sounds,...

Episode 83: Field Training

05 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

An ancient adversary rears its many heads. CW: Blackmail, mention of marital infidelity, insect sounds, insect horror, lawyers. Written by C...

Episode 82: Cold Call

22 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A stranger looking to make a deal comes calling. CW: Discussion of exploitation of elders, threatened wildlife, animals reacting to a threat.Writ...

Episode 81: Gone Fishing

08 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In the spring of 1983, two men share battle scars and brotherhood in the little town of Mavisdale, VA.CW: Discussion of war, divorce, marital strife, ...

Episode 80: Change of Plans

17 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Henricus Crane confronts the ghosts of his past.CW: Family strife, death of a sibling, monster violence,train sounds. Written by Steve ShellProduced a...

Episode 79: Portrait of Authority

03 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Episode 78: The Horror of Babylon

20 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 unn...

Episode 77: Brothers in Arms

06 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Meet Our Cousins: The Gentleman from Hell

27 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Three private detectives investigate the mystery of Cold Sparrow - a town that's entire population disappeared without a trace over twenty years ago. ...

Episode 76: The Good Son

14 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The first story arc of season five comes to its inevitable conclusion.CW: Gunfire, kidnapping, fist fighting, gore, body horror, desecration of corpse...

Episode 75: Logistics and Provisions

30 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Each side prepares for the oncoming night.CW: Discussion of suicide, dementia, depression, death of parents via auto accident, and smoking; kidnapping...

Episode 74: The Good Shepherd

16 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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, mar...

Episode 73: The Blood of Wolves

02 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Old enemies rise as older friends try to make peace.CW: Gore, mutilation (facial, bodily, and eye), desecration of corpses, human sacrifice, cult acti...

Stacking the Odds

25 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"Stacking the Odds" was featured in the holiday live show Family Traditions, which was originally performed at the Orange Peel in Asheville, NC, in De...

Episode 72: Strange Visitations

19 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 bo...

Episode 71: Season Five Prologue

05 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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...

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

18 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

An update from the creators of Old Gods of Appalachia.FUNDRAISING LINKSHurricane Helene Flood Relief Tee“Son, Hold On (Killian’s Song)” by Lando...

Quick Check-in with Steve and Cam

12 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Episode 70: The Burden of Proof

30 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Marigold Underwood concludes her testimony, and Jack’s fate is decided.CW: Loud crashes, self loathing, intrusive thoughts, parental shame, psycholo...

Episode 69: Nice and Easy

16 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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. Wr...

Episode 68: The Bonds of Friendship

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The bonds of friendship are stronger than any magic. CW: Alcohol consumption, pregnancy, discussion of racism, financial strife, marital stress.&...

Episode 67: Goldie Graves

18 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Fire of the Mountain comes to speak before the Rock. CW: Discussion of the death of a spouse, racism, hate crimes; courtroom sounds. Wri...

Episode 66: Night Comes to the Rock

04 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 C...

Episode 65: Debt Collections

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Paid in full.CW: Gore, monster/animal attack sounds, death by monster, pregnancy, birth of a child.Written by Cam Collins and Steve ShellNarrated by S...

Episode 64: Last Stand at Copper Ridge

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A stand is made, and the shadow falls.CW: Gore, fire, disfiguring burns, sounds of burning, monster/animal attack sounds, death by monster, gunshot so...

Episode 63: The Ways of the Dead

22 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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,...

Episode 62: Small Favors

08 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Favors are called in and a journey begins. CW: Discussion of firearms, paranoia, emotional breakdown, marital strife, children killed in industri...

Episode 61: Mixed Blessings

11 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Mine. CW: Woodland ambiance, monster noises, gunshot (at low volume), discussion of hunting animals for food, discussion of pregnancy and possibl...

Episode 60: The Tale of Mr. Poe

04 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

 Mr. Poe always gets his.CW: Woodland ambiance, monster noises, monster body horror, gunshot (at low volume), discussion of hunting animals for f...

Episode 59: Points of Order

14 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A young man’s final testimony brings new revelations to light as another steps forward to tell their tale.CW: Courtroom proceedings, monster sounds,...

Episode 58: Opportunity Knocks

30 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

“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 sc...

A Special Message from WOGA Radio

23 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Episode 57: The Land of Nod

16 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

“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, ind...

Episode 56: The Traveling Marvels

02 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There are many threats to children who wander alone into these woods. Even those who may be wolves.CW: Carnival ambience, chicken sounds, description/...

Performance Review

31 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Standard protocol for all employees of Barrow Mineral Resources.CW: Automobile engine sounds. mentions/descriptions of death by fire, decapitation and...

Episode 55: The Matter of the Chilldren

19 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Can there be justice for the children of the Clutch? CW: Kidnapping, confinement, ambient sounds of a large crowded room, sounds of gagging, chok...

Episode 54: Caveat Emptor

05 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jack confronts a face from the past he cannot name. CW: Kidnapping, confinement, ambient sounds of a large crowded room, sounds of gagging/chokin...

Episode 53: Due Process

21 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Let all come to order. CW: Kidnapping, confinement, ambient sounds of a large crowded room, sounds of gagging/choking, court/legal proceedings, m...

Episode 52: The Men of the Rock

07 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

J.T. Fields of Paradise and his young companion find themselves the unwilling guests of a mysterious sect.CW: Kidnapping, confinement, dungeon/cave so...

Episode 51: Season Four Prologue

24 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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: Referen...

Season 4 Official Trailer

12 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

See you soon, family. See you real soon.LEARN MORE ABOUT OLD GODS OF APPALACHIA: www.oldgodsofappalachia.comCOMPLETE YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA RITUAL:Facebook...

Episode 50: The Horns of the Altar

12 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Blood is spilled, good-byes are said. Season three comes to a close.CW: Car accident sounds including screeching brakes and impact, gunshot sound effe...

Episode 49: Sackcloth and Ashes

05 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jonah Hellbender and friends set out to find someone who can help him learn the truth about his origins.CW: Gunshot sound effect, gun violence, death ...

School Spirit

01 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Two boys struggle to make it through a weekend of community service in the corpse of their old southwest Virginia high school in the winter of 1983.CW...

Episode 48: By Reason of Mine Affliction

15 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Plans are made. Things are sought and found.CW: Death of a caretaker/parent, grief, gore, monster related violence, child endangerment/death via relig...

Episode 47: Cast Me Forth Unto the Sea

01 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Three children flee from the husk of the place that used to be their home in search of answers they were never meant to find.CW: Death of a caretaker,...

Episode 46: Lay Not Upon Us Innocent Blood

17 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It is the summer of 1941. There is a boy looking for answers in the deep woods of Kentucky. You should pray to the god that made you that he...

Cheap Meat

31 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On October 31st, 1972, an old pick up truck carried an even older man down the mountain to do his tradin' at the Cas Walker's in Stonega, VA. He ...

Episode 45: Hollowed Be Thy Name

20 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Beasts will only bear burdens for so long. CW: Discussion of death by burning, abandonment trauma, mild profanity, monster violence.  W...

Episode 44: A Brace of Kinsmen

06 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

An old man with a second chance. A darkness that will not stay buried. New places, new faces, same dark mountains.CW: Description of scars and bodily ...

Episode 43: Escape From Paradise

22 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tommy puts Jack’s plan into action and journeys into darkness with a little help from an old friend.CW: Train sounds, train disaster, explosions, st...

Episode 42: A Fool's Paradise

08 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Mr. J.T. Fields of Paradise prepares to offer a very specific form of assistance to young Tommy Adkins.CW: Depictions/discussion of poverty and financ...

Episode 41: Return to Paradise

25 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We find ourselves in familiar company as we rejoin Mr. J.T. Fields, otherwise known as Jack, and his young charges in Paradise.CW: Depictions/discussi...

Episode 40: The Well of Remembrance

04 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Act II of Season Three comes to an end.CW: depiction/discussion of religious fundamentalism, gore, reference to death by monster, frank discussion of ...

Episode 39: The Blood of the Mountain

21 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sheila Walker’s diary comes to a close, but Miss Belle’s story is far from over.CW: depiction/discussion of religious fundamentalism, gore, refere...

Episode 38: Diary of a Preacher's Daughter

07 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Miss Belle discovers more about her mamaw Sheila in the pages of her diary. CW: depiction/discussion of religious fundamentalism, gore, reference...

Episode 37: The Other Walker House

23 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Miss Belle discovers her roots in another dead town.CW: references to deaths of parents and siblings, reference to death by monster, frank discussion ...

Meet Our Cousins: Afflicted

16 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Afflicted is a horror thriller audio drama best described as Lovecraft Country meets True Blood, told in an anthology format like American Horror Stor...

Episode 36: Eminent Domain

09 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A voice from the past calls a family to go back home one last time.CW: Loud telephone ring, references to deaths of parents and siblings, death of a m...

Meet Our Cousins: Malevolent

30 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Arkham Private Investigator Arthur Lester wakes up with no memory of who he is or what has happened, only a nameless, eerie voice guiding him through ...

Episode 35: More Harm Than Good

12 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The people of Bower County have had just about enough of Polly Barrow and the boys, and decide to do something about it.CW: An armed mob, references t...

Episode 34: On Oak Mountain

28 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Polly Barrow and her boys make another special delivery, this time to the Underwoods of Oak Mountain. Discoveries are made.CW: References to historica...

Episode 33: Special Delivery

14 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Polly Barrow and her Hollow Men, Mr. Crain and Mr. Churchman, venture into the heart of coal country to make special deliveries to those who deserve t...

Episode 32: Runs in the Family

31 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In the early decades of the 20th century, unions are on the rise in coal country. Those who toil beneath the dark earth balk under the yoke of the Bar...

Episode 31: Season Three Prologue

17 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Season 3, Family. Join us as we walk in the shadows of the mountains and see a few of those who we might meet in the dark.CW: References to...

Date Night

14 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Valentine’s day is a holiday steeped in blood, sacrifice and violence. Come with us as we show you how bloody it can get.CW: gore, marital infidelit...

Salt of the Earth

25 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's Christmas Eve 1924, and Pretty Polly Barrow has come all the way from the home office in Pennsylvania to deliver a special holiday message from t...

Springtime in Boggs Holler – Chapter Three: Briar Vine

23 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Glory Ann Boggs does what she can to help Cowboy, and there are repercussions.CW: mutilation, simulated harm of a child, descriptions of wounds/bleedi...

Springtime in Boggs Holler – Chapter Two: Hunger Pains

16 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Melvin Blevins and young Cowboy run afoul of the locals.CW: monster violence, mutilation, death by auto accident, earthquake sounds, worms, mucus, end...

Springtime in Boggs Holler – Chapter One: A Cowboy Calls

09 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Glory Ann Boggs receives unannounced early morning company.CW: Discussion of mortality, aging, death.Written by Steve ShellNarrated by Steve ShellProd...

Bumper Crop

31 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Stuck covering the night shift, Ada Spivey was having a hard time finding her Halloween spirit. It found her instead. A standalone tale set in the wor...

TEASER: Black Mouthed Dog – Episode 0: Prologue

15 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The girl was not meant to be in the woods alone at night. She wasn’t supposed to be in the woods at all. And Maggie Bentley would soon wish she...

BONUS: Steve and Cam Interview Yuri Lowenthal and Corey Ryan Forrester

16 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Steve and Cam join Yuri Lowenthal and The Buttercream Dream himself, Corey Ryan Forrester to talk about parts of season 2, experiencing the Old Gods w...

BONUS: Season 2 Q+A Retrospective: Part 1

02 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Steve and Cam answer your burning questions about Season 2 and more! Hosted by our dear friend Jordan Shiveley of Dread Singles fame (@hottestsingles)...

BONUS: Steve Interviews the Railroad Man Yuri Lowenthal

19 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A half hour sit down with everyone’s favorite villain in a bespoke charcoal suit — or at least the actor who played him. Yuri Lowenthal talks with...

Episode 30: The Dead Queen

15 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We gather to face the dark. Together.CW: Gore, monster violence, mutilation, frank discussion of historical racism, assault, references to lynching, r...

Episode 29: A Friend of the Family

01 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A light walks before darkness falls.CW: Gore, murder, mutilation, frank discussion of historical racism, assault, references to lynching, references t...

Episode 28: Paradise Lost

17 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Miss Virginia heads west while young Tommy stays behind as Jack’s right hand man and discovers that things are almost never what they seem.CW: Anima...

Episode 27: Strangers in Paradise

03 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In which two ambitious young folks from Esau County come to the city of Paradise, and meet with both misfortune and opportunity. CW: Assault and ...

Episode 26: Welcome to Paradise

20 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

He had always wanted to come here, to this diamond in the rough wedged in-between kissin’ cousins of a state line: Paradise — a city split do...