Wyrd Mountain Gals

Wyrd Mountain Gals "He Never Met A Stranger" Episode Airs Friday 6-20-25   9pm EST   This episode feels a little lighter than the last few.  The gals are getting really excited about the Revelator deck's imminent arrival & a few more details are revealed.  Just remember--It's not what you may think it is.   Thank you for listening--we really appreciate it! Please share with your Wyrd Friends.     #WyrdMountainGals #WyrdArmy #MotherGroveGoddessTemple #DigitalWitchery

Darkest One Yet Also FULL OF TRIGGERS... Episode Airs Friday 06-13-25      9pm EST Even though it's heavily edited, this episode is probably still too dark.  Please don't listen if you need cheering up or are fragile in any way. This episode is trauma inducing.   All the triggers are in here:  violence, mental disorders, torture, injustice, horrible deaths.  Unfinished business, generational trauma, the list goes on. It had to come out at least once.  Now maybe we can move on.   Maybe TRIGGER WARNING:  Nobody should listen.       #WyrdMountaingals #WyrdArmy #ByronBallard #TriggerWarning

Wyrd Mountain Gals And Then We Sang That One Episode Airs Friday, 6-6-25   9pm EST CatDog finally takes his place as the one whos's really running the show.  You'll know it when you hear it.  Something important happens in this episode that will have long-time listeners asking "did that just happen?"  This time you'll know it IF you hear it.  Also, this show has a slightly darker feel to it.  Maybe a little anxiety inducing..so fair warning! *Trigger Warning:  This episode has a little cussing & some slightly dark stuff in there too.     Lonely Water is a 1973 British public information film made for the Central Office of Information (COI)   #WyrdMountainGals #WyrdArmy #ByronBallard #DigitalWitchery #WNC #Asheville

5-30-25 Wyrd Mountain Gals Show That Needs To Be On A T-Shirt! Episode Airs Friday 5-30-25     9pm EST The Gals are back...feisty and ready to go tell it on the mountain!  Alicia said something & Byron instantly tagged it as a T-Shirt.  Settle in for some good old-fashioned griping about everything from local real estate to Christians (you know, the usual stuff).  NSFW  some swearing but honestly, what did you expect?       #WyrdMountainGals #Wyrd #ByronBallard #DigitalWitchery

052325 Wyrd Mountain Gals Show "Moving On" Episode Airs Friday 5-23-25  9pm EST The gals had an entire conversation & barely mentioned hurricanes or the devastation caused by humans.  Just an ordinary conversation....wait...what?   Hope they're ok!   Thank you for listening to this podcast!     #WyrdMountainGals #WyrdArmy #Asheville #ByronBallard #DigitalWitchery  

Episode Airs Friday  5-16-25    9pm EST "It's Finally Happening   Part 2"   The feelings are starting to come out & we the gals are finally talking about it.  We find out about the origins of the Wyrdling group as Alicia chats with Ilsa. We hope you enjoy this episode.  Thank you for listening! #WyrdMoutainGals #Wyrdlings #ByronBallard #Helene #DigitalWItchery    

The Wyrd Mountain Gals Show "It's Finally Happening   Part 1" Episode airs Friday May 9   2025   9pm   EST   The Gals are starting to talk about what happened & how it affected them.  The stories are coming out & it does get raw, so fair warning.   Quote:  "Any time you can end with pie it ain't all bad"  ~AC   NSFW  a few crows fly out of their mouths but nothing earth-shattering..     #WyrdMountainGals #WyrdArmy #ByronBallard #DigitalWitchery #Asheville #Helene

  Wyrd Mountain Gals Show Drinking Whiskey and Eating Jelly Beans Episode Airs Friday 5-2-25   9pm   The gals are joined by CatDog & Gary for this Beltane episode.  Alicia is trying to find something to wear that is not black!!  Do you think she can do it? She has something to dance about this year....  Byron takes CatDog's side & declares Alicia the "meanest momma in the world".   Quote:  "Losing somebody is hard, but there is always sweetness too.  And here, here's a chocolate T-Rex, eat this! ~BB   Thanks so much for listening, commenting, & sharing this little audio file podcast thingy....     #WyrdountainGals #WyrdMountain #ByronBallard #Beltane2025 #DigitalWitchery      

Flotsam and Jetsam, Bits and Pieces Episode Airs Friday -25-25    7pm EST  We hope you enjoy these separate recordings from earlier in April.  In the first part, the gals are having a conversation while Alicia is driving the backroads in Arden & the second part finds our good friend and fellow Wyrdling Sonya telling quite the interesting story...   "You can use flotsam and jetsam to refer to small or unimportant items that are found together, especially ones that have no connection with each other."   ~Ai  Thanks for listening!!  Thanks for sharing!! #WyrdMountainGals #Asheville #Helene #Flotsam #DigitalWitchery

The Wyrd Mountain Gals Show "In Which The Gals Show Off Their Technical Acumen During A Formal Business Meeting" Episode Airs Wednesday, 4-16-25  7PM EST The gals let you in on one of their high-powered & energetic business meetings.   We hope you can keep up...   #WyrdMountainGals #ByronBallard #Asheville #DigitalWitchery

Episode Airs Sunday 2-10-23 Fizzleheads & Scammers The gals are in fine form this weekend.  They're talking food, food, plants that grow food, some recipes, more food, and (drum roll please) food. They are planning another trip & this time they want company... Thanks to everyone out there listening, commenting, & spreading the Wyrd.  We really appreciate it!  

Wyrd Mountain Gals Show And Now The Pollen Episode Airs Sunday  3-30-25      7pm    EST On the 6 month anniversary of Hurricane Helene, talk turns to concern--this time for the fire raging through the hills.  The gals are starting to process the events of the recent past, and talking about it does seem to help. Not too many crows but a good amount of griping.... Thank you for listening!       #WyrdMountainGals   #WyrdMountain #ByronBallard #HeleneSucks #DigitalWitchery #GMA

Wyrd Mountain Gals Show "" Episode Airs Sunday 3-16-25     7pm EST Fiddleheads, Bear Corn, and Mayapples File length: 54.13 The gals are chatting away in spite of tooth problems and...well you know, all that stuff going on in all those places.. We find out Alicia has never run a trot line & Byron doesn't lay claim to it either.   There's a bit of a theme in this episode and maybe the teeniest tiny warning from Byron.   Thanks as always for listening, sharing, and commucicating with us!  We really appreciate it!     #WyrdMountainGals #Wyrd #ByronBallard #DigitalWitchery

The Wyrd Mountain Gals Show "Bad Things to Eat and Wonderful People or Twinkie Flavored Cappuccino or A Coke And A Dollar" Episode Airs Sunday  3-9-25   7pm   This week finds the gals in a jovial mood while chatting about their usual plethora of topics.  Byron opens up about her father & some old (precious) memories.   Alicia is having a fit over the latest Billy Joel song & how old he is now.  Byron reminds her that we're all getting old. They soon get down to the serious business of talking about food before taking it to the dog side... TRIGGER WARNING - lots of violent animal stories.  Some pretty gruesome.  We'll let you know when to turn off the show before we get there. Thanks for listening!   Tempo Music - https://www.facebook.com/TempoHendo/ Billy Joel - Turn the Lights Back On - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hexZ5hwia08 National Play Music On The Porch Day - https://playmusicontheporchday.com/ Raising Sand - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Raising_Sand   #WyrdMountainGals #WyrdMountain #ByronBallard #BillyJoel #DogTrauma #DigitalWitchery      

The Wyrd Mountain Gals Show Low Vibing it at the Cottage Episode Airs Sunday, 3-2-25     7pm EST The gals are in fine form & the tales are flowing...  Thanks for listening and sharing with your wyrd friends! .. Quote:  Don't go looking for the fuzz... #WyrdMountainGals #WyrdArmy DigitalWitchery

The Wyrd Mountain Gals Show The Appalachian Hello Episode Airs Sunday 2-233-25     7pm EST One guess as to what happens here.. It's a beautiful day in the Wyrd-hood & the gals enjoy quite a conversation.  Byron's on the mend from her dental surgery & Alicia is getting ready for hers.. Ragnar and Frith just being silly. - Ragnar raven and family:  https://www.facebook.com/reel/1146906437142692 Vatican Secret Archives:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vatican_Apostolic_Archive Agate Dad:  https://youtu.be/N6ALVSYdRvQ?si=9MOO3nh-QbUWLUj- We hope you enjoy this episode.  We appreciate all of your input, suggestions, comments and yes-even your jeers!     #WyrdMountainGals #WyrdMountain #WyrdArmy #DigitalWitchery

The Wyrd Mountain Gals Show "The Appalachian Mantra" Episode Airs Sunday, 2-9-25    7pm  EST The gals share some time talking about ... well, just about everything that comes into their minds while they're chatting.  We find out about Byron's terrible pain and how she finds a way to deal with it; all the names for seasoned pork fat (otherwise known as fat-back),  that time Alicia wore a crown of....coathangers?! Quote:  "So when you wake up in the morning if you feel like you need to hit the ground whining, I want you to go back to bed & think about it for a minute before you get up"   ~ BB   Episode Link here: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-38kap-17ee041   #WyrdMountainGals #WyrdGals #ByronBallard #DigitalWitchery    

The Wyrd Mountain Gals Show "The Snowdrops are Blooming" Episode Airs Sunday 2-2-25    7PM  EST Gather around, we're in for a treat.  Imbolc is here and Byron waxes eloquent about the Bright Goddess of the Gael.   We learn about Byron's favorite "Brigid as a Trickster" story.  *hint* don't listen if you have a delicate stomach!   Quote:  "I ain't too bad for a girl that growed up in West by-god Buncombe county" ~BB Appodlachia:  https://www.appodlachia.com/ Keening:  The word keening originates from the Gaelic caoineadh meaning “crying”.  The keening women (mnàthan-tuirim),  paid respects to the deceased and expressed grief on behalf of the bereaved family. ~The Keening Wake  (keeningwake.com) Trigger Warning:  Do not listen if you have a delicate stomach.  There's a gross element to Byron's favorite trickster story. Thank you for listening and sharing our little podcast.  We appreciate your help spreading the Wyrdness : ) #WyrdMountainGals #Imbolc #ByronBallard #DigitalWitchery

The Wyrd Mountain Gals Show "Teeth and Frustration" Episode Airs Sunday 1-26-25    7pm EST   The gals figure out almost right away how to handle today's politics---non-attachment.   Byron has a good time creating a one-of-a-kind hat.  They talked about sore winners & how to deal with them.  Talk moves on and on until the inevitable "Appalachian goodbye".    Thank you SO MUCH to all of you "wyrdos".  We are so grateful for you!   #FAFO #WyrdMountainGals #Wyrd #ByronBallard #SoreWinners

The Wyrd Mountain Gals Show "Self Hand and Copy" Episode Airs Sunday 1-19-25     7pm EST The gals talk beer, dads, art projects, regeneration, food pantry protein, and more.   The conversation is quiet and casual.  Crayons and horses. We hope you enjoy!!   #WyrdMountainGals #FeralChurch #Helene #ByronBalalrd #DigitalWitchery    

The Wyrd Mountain Gals Show "Hunk a Hunk a Hoop Cheddar Cheese" Episode airs Sunday 1-12-25     7pm EST   The gals have a lively conversation, subjects range from Byron's book launch at Malaprops, Alicia's business ideas, some cool local spots,  and CatDog has a cameo!   Citizen Vinyl:  https://citizenvinyl.com/ Malaprops Bookstore and Cafe:  https://www.malaprops.com/ Quote:  "I could chew up a battleship and spit out tenpenny nails"  ~Byron and her Mother     #WyrdMountainGals #Asheville #ByribBakkard #FeralChurch #DigitalWitchery

A look back.  A look ahead.   We play a few clips & invite you to guess what the gals are talking about.... Omens, signs, feelings of dread and finally Helene.   Then on to 2025! Trigger warning--not for the squeamish or nervous.  Lots to be offended or upset by.  Yes, it's dark in Appalachia.  Take note.           #WyrdMountainGals #TerriblePurpose #ByronBallard #Helene #WyrdArmy #DigitalWitchery    

While we are gathering memories from this past  strange year, we thought you might enjoy this episode from 2023.    Stay tuned for a look back on 2024--coming soon!   And thanks for listening!  We really appreciate it :-)        

The Wyrd Mountain Gals Show Episode airs Sunday, 12-22-24      7pm EST   There's Always A Story  - Recap Original Episode Aired:  December 24th, 2020 7pm   We hope this episode finds you happy & healthy!  Enjoy :-)   The gals are winding down after a long holiday season & their hearts are full (We're not sure if it's eggnog, turkey, or something else!).   Books-A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle The Physics of Christmas by Roger Highfield   #SantaIsCreepy #SantaIsMagic #WyrdMountainGals #DigitalWitchery #VintageChristmas

12-15-24 Wyrd Mountain Gals Show "They're Making a List and Checking it Twice But It's Not About Who's Naughty or Nice" Episode airs Sunday 12-15-24    7PM  EST Plans are forming.  Lists are being made.  Cards are being searched out and signed.  The old neighborhood has a new church service & Byron can't wait to attend.  We invite you to come listen and find out about the rest of it for yourself.   We hope you enjoy this latest episode & want you to know that your comments, stories and donations have meant so much.  Things are not back to normal in our region yet and there is still a lot of need, and you are still rising to answer the call as you can.  Thank you!          #WyrdMountainGals #WyrdMountain #Revelator #ByronBallard #DigitalWitchery

12-08-24 Wyrd Mountain Gals "It's Just Dystopia, Don't Worry" Episode airs:  Sunday  12-8-24    7pm  EST The gals have a laid-back recorded Zoom meeting this week in which we learn that Byron's starting to watch Dune Prophecy. Alicia is eager to geek out with her about it & off they go..  Both agree that the sex detracts from the somewhat-complicated storyline.  We get caught up on the Temple's latest goings-on.  Byron's lab results came back & the results shows that she might be human (are you surprised?).   Alicia tells us about that time her truck window was shattered late one night while she was driving home on the Interstate.  The talk moves on to gratitude.   Of which we are.  Grateful that is.  Thanks to you we've been here chatting away for a long time now.  Thanks to our listeners, many people who survived Helene go to eat, fuel up their car, be warm.  We notice and appreciate it more than words car convey.  So thanks not only for listening, but for being there when we need you!    Please keep sharing with your friends who can handle it.  :-) Quote:  "That's my life...Phantasmagoria"   ~BB Phantasmagoria:  a bizarre or fantastic combination, collection, or assemblage. From Google:  Prolonged stress can affect DNA by causing epigenetic changes, which are modifications to the DNA that don't alter the genetic sequence itself but can influence how genes are expressed, potentially leading to changes in behavior and health outcomes due to the altered gene activity; this is primarily achieved through the influence of stress hormones like cortisol on DNA methylation pattern.   #WyrdMountainGals #ByronBallard #Helene #dystopianlife #DigitalWitchery 0.37.17.076

The Wyrd Mountain Gals Show "CatDog Zooming With The Gals" Episode Airs Sunday  12-1-24     7pm This episode finds the gals inching closer to whatever normal used to be.  It feels vaguely familiar and also a little unsettling to be recording their plans for the upcoming holiday.  They talk about the Revelator deck & how customized it feels. We get some specific advice from Byron about the cards and learn that she'll be back  at Asheville Raven and Crone to read on Tuesday afternoons starting this week*.  Their conversation is easy-going for the most part.  You can tell they are glad to remember days gone by.     Cartomancy: the practice of using a deck of cards for fortune-telling or divination. He's like the government, he's listening.   *It's probably a good idea to call and make a reservation if you want Byron to read for you. (828) 424-7868 Thanks for Listening!!     #WyrdMountainGals #WyrdMountain #Revelator #ByronBallard #DigitalWitchery

11-22-24 Wyrd Mountain Gals Show "Hi Lo Jik Jack" Sunday 11-22-24   7pm EST The gals are in a fairly good mood.  Maybe because they've gotten enough sleep (listening to the podcast!).  They're getting ready for the upcoming manic week.  There's not too much kvetching, but lots of static on the audio... Hope you like it! Thank you for sharing this among your friends.  We really appreciate it!       Ralph Stanley singing  "O Death" https://youtu.be/2xmRWj7gJEU?si=xX2vFx5RvIscocbH More info here:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/O_Death Lyrics O, Death O, Death Won't you spare me over til another year Well what is this that I can't see With ice cold hands takin' hold of me Well I am death, none can tell I'll open the door to heaven or hell Whoa, death someone would pray Could you wait to call me another day My Mother came to my bed Placed a cold towel on my head Well my head is warm, my feet are cold Death is a movin on my soul Oh, death how you're treatin' me You've close my eyes so I can't see Well you're hurtin' my body You make me cold You run my life right outta my soul Oh death please consider my age Please don't take me at this stage My wealth is all at your command If you will move your icy hand Oh the young, the rich or poor Hunger like me you know No wealth, no ruin, no silver no gold Nothing satisfies me but your soul O, death O, death Wont you spare me over til another year Wont you spare me over til another year Wont you spare me over til another year #WyrdMountainGals #WyrdMountain #ByronBallard #WyrdArmy #DigitalWitchery #Multiverse  

Wyrd Mountain Gals "It's Never Gonna Be a Hallmark Movie" Episode Airs Sunday 11-17-24   7pm This episode finds the gals cutting up in the temple, reminiscing about everything from Christmas to sweet memories of their fathers.  Byron talks a bit about an upcoming trip.  It seems they are acclimating to the new state of their world since Helene brought the region to it's knees.  The break in the day to record the show is both a relief and a place to kvetch for them.     WARNING!  As usual, it's raw & there are some subjects and some words that could get you in trouble at work or in front of most kids.   Please note:  If you're looking for something to be offended by, this is the podcast for you!   Please share with your Wyrd friends.  Thanks yall!   ##WyrdMountainGals #ByronBallard #HurricaneHelene #DigitalWitchery        

A Place of Wild Enchantment....with a Trigger Warning   It's been a hard week and the gals are weary.  So, why are they laughing so much?  How in the world did they manage to sneak in a longer than average episode (1hr 15min!).  We hope you enjoy the sounds of two giddy gals stuck in a hurricane's aftermath in Asheville. *Note  TRIGGER WARNINGS all over this episode.  Animals, people, death & suffering.  This episode is not for the squeamish or folks with a nervous disposition.   Thanks for listening!  Thanks for the help with supplies, money, advice, gift cards, podcast shares, and baked goodies.   Please don't forget us here in WNC.  We're still hurting & probably will be for a long time to come.     #WyrdMountainGals #Helene #ByronBallard #CirclesOnTheGround  

Wyrd Mountain Gals Knights of the Rectangle Table at the  Mother Groove Temple of Lucid Dreaming  Where Everything is Gonna Be Ok... Episode Airs Sunday   11-3-24     7pm https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-6nja4-1729b0c This episode finds the gals taking a break to record & naturally the conversation turns to the upcoming election, and music, and lucid dreams, and and and ... The gals are tired but grateful for the many good things.  Too many to name them all.  It just feels good to sit in the quiet cool  (also quite cool!) little temple and take  some time to relax and  share some stories.     Quote:  I mean when Jason Momoa's in the world, would you visit Tucker Carlson?     ~BB *Note - This is our life since Helene gut-punched our region.  We're it sharing with you unvarnished.  No opening music yet-it's not time.  (But soon!).  We're getting there.  If y'all keep helping with donations for those in need, kind works, or whatever you can do, it WILL happen.  We'll Survive Helene. And these damned political commercials too.   Thank you for sharing our podcast.  It really helps us!   **This episode has been edited so much that it's almost wholesome.     #WyrdMountainGals #Helene #MotherGroveTemple

Wyrd Mountain Gals Episode Airs Sunday 10-27-24     7pm EST A Day In The Life Come take a listen as the gals "do what they do" post Helene at the Mother Grove Temple in Asheville, NC.  We're not even pretending life is back to any kind of normal (whatever that means).  Lots of background sounds as the work seems to never stop. We hope you enjoy. Thanks for listening!  We really appreciate it.     #WyrdMountainGals #WyrdArmy #WyrdMountain #Helene  

3 weeks into Helene & the gals are still wrestling with their emotions but are clear-eyed and focused on their work.   We hope you enjoy this "unvarnished" episode.     Thank you for your help!!

Hurricane Helene upended life as we know it in WNC.  This was recorded about a week afterwards.   PayPal:    info@mothergroveavl.org  Venmo@mothergrove--goddesstemple

9-22-24 Wyrd Mountain Gals The Stupid Stuff   Episode Airs Sunday 9-22-24    7pm  EST Alicia is ready for the country to settle down.  She & Byron have a calmer than usual conversation hitting on alot of their normal topics--real estate, politics ("what is wrong with this country?"), being a kid, death, old memories, the veil, and the like.  You can tell Samhain is already having an effect on them... Thanks to all who listen, comment and share our wyrd little podcast among those who can handle it. ***No trigger warning***  (hard to believe) Buncombe County Public Library System:  https://www.buncombecounty.org/governing/depts/library/default.aspx Hypnic jerks — also called sleep starts — are sudden, involuntary muscle contractions you may experience as you are falling asleep. Hypnic is short for hypnagogic, a word that describes the transition between wakefulness to sleep, which is when these jerks occur. Revelation 3:20 (King James Version)  Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me. Quote:   "We're going backwards to the stupid stuff" ~BB #WyrdMountainGals #ItsAJokePeople #MayoWars2024 #ByronBallard #DigitalWitchery #polyphasicsleep    

The Wyrd Mountain Gals Show "Crunchy Time  Part 3" Episode Airs Sunday 9-15-24   7pm  EST In this (shorter than usual) episode Byron explains the profound influence Carol Christ had on her & the upcoming book "Feral Church".  Alicia confesses her problem with getting rid of books.  Byron loves her some mayo, and Dukes is the ONLY one she wants on her prefect tomato sammich.  We find out Byron's big secret....... A great big thank you to everybody who listens, comments or shares this wyrd podcast.  We really appreciate it! Carol P. Christ:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carol_P._Christ Feral Church (coming soon):  https://feralchurch.org Internet Archive:  archive.org Quote:  "All that lo-carb bread is, is a mayonnaise delivery system"   ~Byron Ballard     #WyrdMountainGals #ByronBallard #FeralChurch #MayoWars #DigitalWitchery

The Wyrd Mountain Gals Show "Crunchy Time  Part 2" Episode Airs Sunday 9-8-24   7pm  EST Byron's neighborhood is still up in arms about the little bear & they both get heated about  people and their lack of common sense.  Byron's been listening to several old & new favorites.  Alicia is searching for things that are "real". Thank you all for listening, commenting and spreading the wyrd-ness among those who can handle it.....   Calum Graham:  https://youtube.com/@calumgrahammusic?si=fXh18y1bDWiMuHgc Steeleye Span:  https://youtu.be/3zzwbYyvWiU?si=P7JV8AuBtjXMZZyc Billy Strings:  https://youtu.be/VFEZOjtrwls?si=bQtnM1ubvNUTvHUZ Seymour Washington & Townes Van Zandt -Backstory to "Waitin Around To Die":  https://youtu.be/WnM52cegyS8?si=WGelzAsZNvNcpU2T First Time Reaction to JOHNNY CASH - “HURT”:  https://youtu.be/Ydi_5GxvZ0w?si=QryCqG6hCRZakpOW Appalachia's Burning - Tuatha Dea:  https://youtu.be/bT736DWyhys?si=Ve1rFdRHSQKDpNzQ Centrist:  having moderate political views or policies. "a centrist politician".  Centrism is a political outlook or position involving acceptance or support of a balance of social equality and a degree of social hierarchy while opposing political changes that would result in a significant shift of society strongly to the left or the right. Wikipedia   #WyrdMountainGals #ByronBallard #FeralChurch #insomnialife #TuathaDea #BillyStrings #DigitalWitchery      

The Wyrd Mountain Gals Show "Crunchy Time  Part 1" Episode Airs Sunday 9-1-24   7pm  EST Byron shares some info about her feet. her current event, and her opinion of local real estate trends.  Alicia shares instructions for washing clothing on the rocks and is guilty of egging Byron along.  Of course she had a few stories too.   Thanks SO MUCH for sharing our podcast with your wyrd frends!  It really helps us out : - ) NSFW   ***Trigger Warning*** Violent descriptive thoughts spoken out loud at .  Don't listen!  Just don't listen if this could bother you.   Templefest:  https://www.facebook.com/TOWtemplefest/ Supersize Me: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Super_Size_Me Buzzard Rock:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gBRq0mj1eqw #WyrdMountainGals #ByronBallard #DigitalWitchery #TheStarIsHere    

The Wyrd Mountain Gals Show "It's the Sports Response" Airs Sunday 8-25-24   7pm EST     Byron doesn't want to camp on the ground anymore, Joe inadvertently names the podcast, and Alicia falls into the YouTube rabbit-hole.   They find out that they were both in love with Jacques Cousteau.  The subjects are wide-ranging with at least one trigger warning, maybe more.  Not too many crows though!  We hope you enjoy this episode.   TRIGGER WARNING!! Sexual deviancy discussed and who knows what else?  Don't listen if you are sensitive to strangeness and/or worldly topics.     When False Fall Visits The South:  https://youtu.be/97bGA99wufQ   FULL SPEECH - Hillary Clinton:  https://youtu.be/Iwpttgh2kRY?si=eNhUyWU0E-gNQTd4   FULL SPEECH - Michelle Obama:  https://youtu.be/Dor2sNHwqXc?si=UDhUn7uyYUXzdvlH   FULL SPEECH - Barack Obama:  https://youtu.be/cPc-Wi-D_Zs?si=seW24kM74XSwpf-Y   Humans age dramatically at two key points in their life, study finds: https://www.cnn.com/2024/08/20/health/dramatic-human-aging-scli-intl-wellness   No, the Maya did not predict the end of the world on 21 June 2020:  https://www.syfy.com/syfy-wire/no-the-maya-did-not-predict-the-end-of-the-world-on-21-june-2020   List of dates predicted for apocalyptic events:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_dates_predicted_for_apocalyptic_events   In the Bible, Matthew 24:36 says, "But of that day and hour knoweth no man, no, not the angels of heaven, but my Father only". This verse is about when the Son of Man will come, and it compares it to the days of Noah. In Noah's time, people were eating, drinking, marrying, and giving in marriage until the day the flood came and took them all away. The verse says that when the Son of Man comes, it will be similar, and that people will not know what will happen until it happens.   Alicia & Byron's list of things to watch if your insomnia won't go away:   ABANDONED 1800's Farmhouse With EVERYTHING Left Behind:  https://youtu.be/kgvJD9pKl5Q?si=806UMxunaHzr7d9l   100 TOP LIVE CAMS around the world! | SkylineWebcams:  https://www.youtube.com/live/_Tf7ImIRBeM?si=serf20thcpiAQ5Uv   Where's George Bill Tracking My Bills With Hits:  https://youtu.be/ZNVu_-o8zao?si=JI9Ur460gv1ZLQFD   South Carolina Tin Flipping for Snakes! Finding Copperheads and Rattlesnakes Under Cover!:  https://youtu.be/2nzJyhDMrHI?si=zWYGqBxHGdAn7Yjy   Torrential Rain uncovers Fantastic Finds that I need your help with. Mudlarking the Thames -July 2023:  https://youtu.be/_SvALLwAcAQ?si=8cvZ6DrHCCMHO3lU   Outhouse Diggers:  https://youtu.be/L4p4Y_EnX3Q?si=hl3D5QB46gz8zYc4   Absolutely Amazing What we Found Magnet Fishing in the River:  https://youtu.be/ZuUrAC2vDSI?si=FcQFO54WHBkyYe5P   I found my BIGGEST diamond ring ever metal detecting at the beach!:  https://youtu.be/hITg691YdZc?si=Er91Hm48rKOL7ifo   Finding THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS While Magnet Fishing!!! **FULL SAFE**:  https://youtu.be/_74Drs4T6vA?si=EImjHCovObVFiQfF   The Undersea World Of Jacques Cousteau All Episodes:  https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqik2JEkKL7VrqI4quw32uz5Fnx54r38J&si=ecxNRTNrFQk5rBYN   OUT OF THIS WORLD - Galaxy Acrylic Pour:  https://youtu.be/Yu24V7vWt5Q?si=STZVgrkQPjOy5pkT       #WyrdMountainGals #EndTimes #ByronBallard #MattMitchell #insomnia #DigitalWitchery        

The Wyrd Mountain Gals Show Episode Airs Sunday  08-18-24    7pm EST Dreams, Omens, Tower, Star   Part 1 Episode Airs Sunday  8-18-24   7pm EST Byron's getting ready to go to the Appalachian Herb Fest with a brand new set of classes and you can hear the happiness in her voice as she talks about it.  The talk moves at a good cli, with topics ranging from the Tower to the Star and lots of good stuff in between.  We hope you enjoy this episode!                                                                                                                                                                                                         Appalachian Herb Fest:  https://www.wisteria.org/herbfest/ Oliver Anthony  My 1 year Update since Rich Men North of Richmond :    https://youtu.be/hv6jgW5jObw?si=_OfygIkzjY7H7WtJ Lake Eden Arts Festival:  https://theleaf.org/ John C. Campbell Folk School  https://www.folkschool.org/ Affinity group:  a group of people who share a common interest or goal and belong to it either formally or informally. A Short History of the Rise, Fall and Rise of Subliminal Messaging:  https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/a-short-history-of-the-rise-fall-and-rise-of-subliminal-messaging/ Miranda Lambert - Mama's Broken Heart:  https://youtu.be/7yg05svXp98?si=OGZyG1b94uJpBdl- #WyrdMountainGals #OliverAnthonyMusic #FeralChurch #TowerTime #ByronBallard #DigitalWitchery #Appalachia  

The Wyrd Mountain Gals Show A Pig Holder and Hope Episode airs Sunday 8-11-24     7pm EST   Well alrighty then, there's alot packed into this episode.  The gals are stoked about some things, jaded about some things, & angry about some things. We find out why Byron quit her job.   *Note-Byron has started verbally crowing herself out!  It's how she saves Alicia time.   See if you can guess which words go together.   Pig Horn Funny Politics Horror Jaded Bear Hope   ****Big Ole TRIGGER WARNING here:  politics, animal cruelty, human stupidity, general pessimism   (gloom despair and agony on me)   Pig Holder:  https://www.businessinsider.com/tim-walz-midwinspiron 15estern-dad-kamala-harris-2024-8 Byron's Blog:   www.MyVillageWitch.com Turkish sharpshooter Yusuf Dikec takes the internet BY STORM at the Paris Olympics:  https://youtu.be/LvXwXKjIP0A?si=Xk8RQePs3Q4clV3q This Pole Vaulter Lost a Medal But Somehow Won the Olympics:  https://www.facebook.com/share/v/yvsiwFxiieZ8Hoh5/ King Arthur sculpture, Cornwal:  https://www.reddit.com/media?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpreview.redd.it%2Fvebzlednttp61.jpg%3Fauto%3Dwebp%26s%3D42da7f88b42a74f295d4c8724ec9ecd5b3297afa     #WyrdMountainGals #ByronBallard #Walz #PigHolder #DigitalWitchery

The Wyrd Mountain Gals Show Pig Holding and Hope Episode airs Sunday 8-11-24     7pm EST   Well alrighty then, there's alot packed into this episode.  The gals are stoked about some things, jaded about some things, & angry about some things. We find out why Byron quit her job.   *Note-Byron has started verbally crowing herself out!  It's how she saves Alicia time.   See if you can guess which words go together.   Pig Horn Funny Politics Horror Jaded Bear Hope   ****Big Ole TRIGGER WARNING here:  politics, animal cruelty, human stupidity, general pessimism   (gloom despair and agony on me)   Pig Holder:  https://www.businessinsider.com/tim-walz-midwinspiron 15estern-dad-kamala-harris-2024-8 Byron's Blog:   www.MyVillageWitch.com Turkish sharpshooter Yusuf Dikec takes the internet BY STORM at the Paris Olympics:  https://youtu.be/LvXwXKjIP0A?si=Xk8RQePs3Q4clV3q This Pole Vaulter Lost a Medal But Somehow Won the Olympics:  https://www.facebook.com/share/v/yvsiwFxiieZ8Hoh5/ King Arthur sculpture, Cornwal:  https://www.reddit.com/media?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpreview.redd.it%2Fvebzlednttp61.jpg%3Fauto%3Dwebp%26s%3D42da7f88b42a74f295d4c8724ec9ecd5b3297afa     #WyrdMountainGals #ByronBallard #Walz #PigHolder #DigitalWitchery

The Wyrd Mountain Gals Show "The Traveler Returns Home"   Part 2 Episode airs Sunday 8-4 2024 The gals have so much to talk about that it stretches to 2 episodes Part 2 The stories continue on.... The beer was better but Byron still drank P&G Tips tea while she was travelling.  They even get into politics a little (nobody's surprised about that!) **TRIGGER WARNING**  These episodes can get pretty rough and scary, especially the subjects of politics & AI.  Probably best if you didn't listen to it.  ;-) Nineteen Eighty-Four by George Orwell:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nineteen_Eighty-Four  Drew Lynch - Being Married To Someone With ADHD:  https://youtu.be/v3I0YsfMJS8?si=SYt9ar0JHo6lfS_x Trae Crowder - The Liberal Redneck "Porch Rants":  https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL45Mc1cDgnsB-u1iLPBYNF1fk-y1cVzTJ&si=w0mBgThZcVFmDqby Matt Mitchell:  https://www.youtube.com/@alostrich/featured COVID Data Tracker:  https://covid.cdc.gov/covid-data-tracker/#datatracker-home North Carolina Respiratory Virus Summary Dashboard:  https://covid19.ncdhhs.gov/dashboard #WyrdMountainGals #ByronBallard #DigitalWitchery #JDVanceSucks #Shillbilly     Part 1 Byron is back and full of......stories about her trip (what were you thinking?)  There's so much to unpack since she left & not just her suitcase.  Alicia wants to know everything.  Every.  Thing.  From there they turn to what's going on in the US since she left & are introduced to the idea of the downed tower.  The episode ends on a cliffhanger when Alicia announces that she bought something.... **TRIGGER WARNING**  This episode got pretty rough and scary, especially the subjects of politics & AI.  Probably best if you didn't listen to it.  ;-)    

The Wyrd Mountain Gals Show "The Traveler Returns Home"   Part 1 Episode airs Sunday July 38 2024 The gals have so much to talk about that it stretches to 2 episodes Byron is back and full of......stories about her trip (what were you thinking?)  There's so much to unpack since she left & not just her suitcase.  Alicia wants to know everything.  Every.  Thing.  From there they turn to what's going on in the US since she left & are introduced to the idea of the downed tower.  The episode ends on a cliffhanger when Alicia announces that she bought something.... **TRIGGER WARNING**  This episode got pretty rough and scary, especially the subjects of politics & AI.  Probably best if you didn't listen to it.  ;-)   RenAdventures:  https://www.renadventures.com/ The Museum of Witchcraft and Magic:  https://museumofwitchcraftandmagic.co.uk/ Bodmin Moor:  https://www.visitcornwall.com/regions/bodmin-moor Jamaica Inn:  https://www.jamaicainn.co.uk/ St Necktan's Glen:  https://www.st-nectansglen.co.uk/ Mên-an-Tol:  https://cornishancientsites.com/ancient-sites/men-an-tol/ Dozmary Pool:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dozmary_Pool The Lost Gardens of Heligan:  https://www.heligan.com/ Alicia's art photos:  https://www.instagram.com/gtfoi/   #WyrdMountainGals #ByronBallard #TheTowerIsDown #DigitalWitchery #WTFPolitics2024  

It's Not Standard Original Episode Aired Sunday, 1-8-23    7pm EST Recap:  Sunday 7-21-24      7pm EST The gals are feisty, oh so feisty.  We find out that Byron doesn't care much about....barbeque AND Chili (gasp).  Byron talks about her upcoming trip to Scotland and we learn that her upcoming festival calendar is even busier than last year.   Byron's favorites:  Onions, garlic, peppers, cabbage all sauteed together with alot of black pepper ground up in it Firm tofu toss with peanut butter and then toss in steamed broccoli.  sometimes i chop up onion in that too. Get a brie.  Put a dollop of some kind of jam with it & put it in the oven till it gets soft.   Nabor's Drive In - https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g48984-d1820906-Reviews-NA_BERS_Drive_In-Bryson_City_North_Carolina.html Barbecue Inn in Asheville Shuts Doors for Last Time After 50 Years - https://bbqjew.com/2011/07/10/barbecue-inn-in-asheville-shuts/ Road Trip Coffee - https://holyspiritmonasterygifts.com/monks-mountain-coffee-ground/ The Great Retirement - https://blog.adeccousa.com/2022-hiring-trend-great-retirement/ Asheville water problems: What happened and the numbers involved - https://wlos.com/news/local/asheville-water-problems-what-happened-and-the-numbers-involved Teledoc - https://www.teladoc.com/start/?utm_medium=sem&utm_source=google&utm_campaign=sem_google_th_enr_us_fm_web-mobile_brand_bob_gen_ecpc_event3&utm_content=search_tdh_gen_brand-generic_text_na_na_na_na_liv-hp&utm_term=teledoc_e_12009158636_115657028803_kwd-48904327307&pk_source=google&pk_medium=sem&pk_campaign=sem_google_th_enr_us_fm_web-mobile_brand_bob_gen_ecpc_event3&gclid=CjwKCAiAqt-dBhBcEiwATw-ggJRge7ETIpA-4SJayGiV31p8XiUnueRbsG10AjIWY2rTJloTWElkPxoCg-MQAvD_BwE Quote:  Critical thinking will save your life.  Use your own brain ~ A Everything you wanted to know about WWE weapons - https://www.sportskeeda.com/wwe/everything-you-wanted-to-know-about-wwe-weapons/7 Chief Wahoo McDaniel - https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Wrestling/ChiefWahooMcDaniel Coates Produce - https://coatesproduce.com/CornmealsGritsSoups_c_15.html Chicken in a Biskit - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/In_a_Biskit Hickory Farms - https://www.hickoryfarms.com/search?q=charcuterie&lang=default Euromarket of Asheville - https://www.facebook.com/EuromarketofAsheville/about/?ref=page_internal The Swiss Colony - https://www.swisscolony.com/ Gypsy Queen - https://gypsyqueencuisine.com/ or  https://www.facebook.com/pages/Gypsy%20Queen%20Cuisine/466490740411873/ The Madness - https://www.themadnessavl.com/ Asheville is "Foodtopia" - https://www.exploreasheville.com/foodtopia/ Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest - https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/nfsnc/recarea/?recid=48920 Random Street Views - https://randomstreetview.com/   #WyrdMountainGals  #ByronBallard #Appalachia #Asheville #DigitalWitchery

071424 Wyrd Mountain Gals Byron's Dilemma Sunday July 14 2024   7pm The gals have a last chat before Byron's trip out of the country and Alicia asks all manner of questions about it. What train are you riding?  What's your favorite pub? Why is the sky blue?  The conversation moves fast, with hardly any bitching about politics...   The Scottie:  https://www.thescottie.co.uk/ Uncle Roger:  https://www.mrnigelng.com/ Drew Lynch:  https://drewlynch.com/     #WyrdMountainGals #ByronBallard #TravelMercies #DigitalWitchery

Wyrd Mountain Gals Show "The Longest Day And The Longest Conversation To Go With It"  Part 2 Episode Airs Sunday 7-7-24   7PM In this episode (2nd of 2 parts) The gals talk about how they miss the discounts Biltmore House used to give to local residents.  They talked about their old jobs there & we hear a few stories about their time working at the historic mansion and it's grounds.  Then they move on to food, but not just any food......wild, old-time food. *TRIGGER Warning      There's surely something in the podcast to offend, traumatize, or just piss you off.   Quick-Release Multi Cherry Pitter - https://www.oxo.com/quick-release-multi-cherry-pitter.html Dr. Lawrence Afrin:   https://drtaniadempsey.com/lawrence-afrin/ Willie Nelson Health Concerns:  https://parade.com/news/fans-concerned-willie-nelsons-health-update-concert-cancellation-jun-2024 Petrichor is the term coined by Australian scientists in 1964 to describe the unique, earthy smell associated with rain. It is caused by the water from the rain, along with certain compounds like ozone, geosmin, and plant oils. and in soil. CAROL BURNETT - A Woman of Character ~ PBS - American Masters:  https://youtu.be/MLbtZ3d9w6o?si=4HiqiRMzWHx83xUk Asheville Gets High on Mushroom Tourism:  https://www.theassemblync.com/culture/food/asheville-mushroom-tourism/ Stonehenge covered in powder paint by Just Stop Oil:  https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cw44mdee0zzo #WyrdMountainGals #ByronBallard #SummerSolstice2024 #MCAS #Digital Witchery #itshot!    

Wyrd Mountain Gals Show "The Longest Day And The Longest Conversation To Go With It"  Part 1 Episode Airs Sunday 6-30-24   7PM This episode (1st of 2 parts) finds Byron lamenting that her cucumbers are done.  Done.  Yep, D-O-N-E.   It's all because of the infernal heat that's been in the region lately, & they go on to discuss the impact of unusual weather patterns on human behavior, with Alicia comparing the current summer rush to her busy times in the hotel industry.   After that it's on to this thing, then that thing, then the other thing!  Over an hour and a half of content before they finally rein it in.  Here are some links from the 1st episode.  We hope you enjoy!   Willie Nelson Health Concerns:  https://parade.com/news/fans-concerned-willie-nelsons-health-update-concert-cancellation-jun-2024 Petrichor is the term coined by Australian scientists in 1964 to describe the unique, earthy smell associated with rain. It is caused by the water from the rain, along with certain compounds like ozone, geosmin, and plant oils. and in soil. CAROL BURNETT - A Woman of Character ~ PBS - American Masters:  https://youtu.be/MLbtZ3d9w6o?si=4HiqiRMzWHx83xUk Asheville Gets High on Mushroom Tourism:  https://www.theassemblync.com/culture/food/asheville-mushroom-tourism/ Stonehenge covered in powder paint by Just Stop Oil:  https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cw44mdee0zzo #WyrdMountainGals #ByronBallard #SummerSolstice2024 #Digital Witchery #itshot!  

The Wyrd Mountain Gals Show "The Looooongest Hottest Funnest Solstice" Show Airs Sunday, 6-23-24    7pm est Episode Length:  1:06     Byron is in heaven on earth (so to speak).  She's at Wisteria-one of her favorite places.  Alicia is knee-deep in her own hoopla.  Their conversation covers multiple topics. *****TRIGGER WARNING*****  Lots of talk of a dreadful future ruled by robotic ai overlords..   If you are a "nervous" type of person, try this episode instead:   https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-kz84f-145123c   Eliza:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ELIZA Wisteria:  https://www.wisteria.org/ United Plant Savers:  https://unitedplantsavers.org/ Root Cause Farm:  https://www.rootcausefarm.org/ Here's the AI summary of our conversation.  Oy....     Here's the AI Summary of our conversation.  What do you think? Casual Chat Amidst Challenges Alicia and Byron had a casual conversation while they were working on a task together. Byron shared that she was based in Southern Ohio and was instructing Alicia on how to move some items. They also discussed the challenging Wi-Fi connection due to their locations in valleys. Despite the tough situation, Byron managed to maintain a positive attitude, which Alicia couldn't help but notice. Foraging Experiences and Environmental Concerns Byron and Alicia talked about their experiences with foraging and the impact of human activities on the environment. Alicia shared her childhood memory of using a walking stick to prevent snakes and other animals from attacking her while foraging. They also discussed a recent news article about a couple who moved to the countryside to start a business foraging wild ingredients for cocktails. Alicia expressed her concern about the depletion of natural resources due to over-harvesting and urged people to be more responsible in utilizing these resources. Byron agreed with Alicia's perspective and proposed to discuss it further. Discussing AI, Land Use, and Nature Byron and Alicia discussed various topics including their recent travels, their experiences with AI in customer service, and the importance of responsible land use. Byron shared her belief in the healing power of nature and her admiration for the United Plant Savers' efforts in preserving land for future generations. They both highlighted the negative impacts of overpopulation and the importance of respecting the natural world. Alicia and Byron also discussed some of the challenges they've encountered with AI in customer service, with Alicia expressing frustration about having to navigate AI systems to reach desired services. Future Technology and Society Debate Alicia and Byron discussed their differing views on the future of technology and its impact on society. Alicia expressed her initial enthusiasm for AI and robotics but later voiced concerns over its potential over-reliance and the need for improved integration. She also highlighted the importance of self-sufficiency and producing for use rather than profit. Byron, on the other hand, expressed discomfort with the increasing industrialization and large-scale agriculture, favoring traditional, more sustainable methods. Both agreed on the potential negative impact of technology on children, privacy, and the distraction from important activities. Summer Solstice Celebrations and Family Backgrounds Alicia and Byron discussed their plans for the summer solstice, with both deciding to organize their own celebration. They talked about the importance of this day in their culture and how it was a good opportunity to appreciate nature. Alicia shared her plans to plant seeds and honor her loved ones, while Byron mentioned a group gathering with women. They also discussed their family backgrounds, with Alicia sharing her family's storytelling tradition and Byron talking about her Southern American roots. Both reflected on the impact of technology on their communication and language, and how they have adapted to it. Managing Human Population and Innovative Solutions Byron and Alicia discussed the challenges of managing the growing human population. Alicia proposed mass sterilization and the creation of bio-machines as potential solutions, but both acknowledged the moral and practical difficulties with these ideas. They agreed that finding a solution would require innovative thinking. Alicia also referenced her latest book and a character in it who was similar to a species from the Twilight series, highlighting the topic's sensitivity. Alicia and Byron's Favorite Spots and Experiences Alicia and Byron took a break from their usual discussion topics and shared their fondest locations, including Hickory Grove and Katrina's property by the river. They highlighted the personal and sacred significance of these spots for them. They also discussed their recent experiences, emphasizing the importance of being present and enjoying the company of loved ones. Lastly, Alicia introduced a new feature on YouTube and shared an observation about a video she watched that incorrectly classified Western North Carolina as Tennessee, reflecting the potential for learning through online resources. Alicia and Byron's Tech Talk and Camping Stories Alicia and Byron discussed their experiences with technology, specifically YouTube and Facebook. Alicia expressed her belief that YouTube is becoming more prominent and may eventually surpass other social media platforms. They also discussed the advantages of Google's platform over Facebook, such as its capability to handle various file types and translations. The conversation then shifted to food and camping, with Byron sharing her recent experience of working at a festival with an abundance of pizza. Alicia shared her excitement about an upcoming band show and her recent sighting of a black vulture. Band Updates and Workplace Support Alicia announced the addition of Steve Gomez and Natalie Selby to the band, with Gomez playing keyboards and percussion and Selby on drums. Alicia also shared plans for a "porch jam" event and a family-friendly show she will be hosting. The pair also discussed future collaborations, including with Judy R. #WyrdMountainGals #ByronBallard #Podcast #Appalachia #AI #Pagan #Solstice2024 #DigitalWitchery  

Wyrd Mountain Gals "Of Radishes & Music"   Part 2 Episode airs Sunday   6-16-24     7pm   Byron is feeling good: no pain, tooth ordeal finally over & now it's time to......find some Portulaca seeds.  Alicia mourns the loss of the busking scene in Asheville.  They go on to take a dive into the street musician scene in Asheville, comparing then to present day.   Quote:  "Music is in our bones here, and that's the truth of it."   ~BB Heather Cox Richardson:  https://heathercoxrichardson.substack.com/about Jerry Clower:  https://www.mswritersandmusicians.com/mississippi-writers/jerry-clower WNCW:  https://www.wncw.org/ Don Pedi:  https://www.wncw.org/podcast/friday-feature-of-the-week/2024-05-20/the-music-program-close-to-home-finds-a-new-home-on-wncw Asheville busking scene:  https://avlwatchdog.org/asheville-buskers-are-singing-the-blues/ The "Official" (think tourism) spin on the Asheville busking scene:  https://www.exploreasheville.com/stories/post/ashevilles-busking-scene-keeps-music-in-the-air/ Abby the Spoon Lady:   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPETY6-6NCMqoWneLosBZ2A Jim Hampton:  https://www.youtube.com/@jimhamptonmusic Ashley English:  https://www.smallmeasure.com/new-page-71   #WyrdMountainGals #PodcastNation #ByronBallard #ItsInOurBlood