Podcasts about ozarks studies

When author Michelle Collins Anderson debuted her first novel, The Flower Sisters, she joined the podcast to discuss the ten-year journey it took to bring that story into the world. Since then, life has changed dramatically. Her second novel, The Moonshine Women, has become an instant USA Today bestseller, and she's already hard at work on book number three.In this episode, we talk about her fascinating new novel set in the Missouri Ozarks, but we also dive into something much deeper: the pressure that comes after success. How do you create when people are waiting? How do you stay true to your voice when everyone has an opinion? And how do you keep moving forward when the expectations, both internal and external, keep getting higher?Whether you're an author, an entrepreneur, a parent, or simply someone who wonders if you're doing enough, you'll find encouragement in Michelle's honest reflections on creativity, criticism, deadlines, and learning that your worth isn't defined by your latest achievement.Show Notes:Michelle Collins Anderson grew up in the Missouri Ozarks and holds a Bachelor of Journalism degree from the University of Missouri and an MFA in fiction from Warren Wilson College. Her debut novel, The Flower Sisters, was an instant USA Today bestseller and won the Missouri Library Association Literary Award in 2025. Her new novel, The Moonshine Women, was an IndieNext pick in April 2026 and an instant USA Today bestseller. Michelle's short fiction has been nominated for a Pushcart Prize and appeared in Nimrod International Journal, Literal Latté, Midwestern Gothic, Elder Mountain: A Journal of Ozarks Studies, Literary Mama and more. She and her husband have three adult children and live in St. Louis with two sister cats and a rambunctious border collie.To purchase her books, go to https://bookshop.org/shop/michelle_collins_anderson Follow her writing journey at: The Creative Pause on Substack or at www.MichelleAnderson.meShow produced by Jordan Overkamp at playroomstudio.net

Today's episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about the creative process or determined to turn their dreams into reality. We're sitting down with Michelle Collins Anderson, author of The Flower Sisters, a captivating novel that's been making waves since its release earlier this year.In our conversation, Michelle opens up about the journey of turning a dream into reality—what it really takes to write this historical fiction novel, face rejection, and push through the challenges to see her dream come to life. We also explore the inspiration behind The Flower Sisters—the intricate storytelling, the characters, and the heart that went into making this book something special. Whether you're a fan of Michelle's work or someone who needs that extra push to pursue your dreams, this is an episode you won't want to miss!Special Guest: Author Michelle Collins AndersonMichelle Collins Anderson grew up in the Missouri Ozarks, a place and a way of life that have shaped her writing. She holds a Bachelor of Journalism degree from the University of Missouri and an MFA from Warren Wilson College. Her debut novel, The Flower Sisters, was an instant USA Today best-seller. Michelle's short fiction has been nominated for a Pushcart Prize and appeared in Nimrod International Journal, Literal Latté, Midwestern Gothic, Elder Mountain: A Journal of Ozarks Studies, bosque, Literary Mama and Storied Hills: An Anthology of Contemporary Ozark Fiction. She and her husband have three adult children and live in St. Louis with two sister cats and a border collie.Follow Michelle at:https://www.instagram.com/michelle_collins_anderson/To purchase the book, go to: https://www.amazon.com/Flower-Sisters-Michelle-Collins-Anderson/dp/149674828X

Canis Technical Hunting Apparel - Discount Code: 'OZARK' for 15% off Umarex Airguns - Discount Code: 'OZARKAIR' for 12% off Cache River Leather - Discount Code: 'OZARK10' for 10% off Y'all loved part 1 of our interview with Dr. Brooks Blevins so as promised here's part 2, which might even be more insightful than the first. Dr. Blevins is the Noel Boyd professor of Ozarks Studies at Missouri State University and on this episode we continue where we left off on cultural identity, why it matters, and the history of the Ozarks. Dr. Blevins is, beyond a doubt, the leading voice for Ozark history, and we dive into self-revealing topics for Ozarkers in this episode such as: Are the Ozarks culturally southern? Where the tension between Missourians and Arkansawyers stems from The "hillbilly" persona of the Ozarks is dead... or is it? Why the history of the Ozarks isn't actually "Ozark History" at all You're in for a treat with this one. SUBSCRIBER ONLY PODCAST --> The Check Station The Ozark podcast sits down with men and women from the Ozarks who have a passion for the outdoors. Our aim is to listen, learn, and pass along their knowledge and experiences to help you become a better outdoorsman. Our hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett) AND our producer is Daniel Matthews Theme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD Clayton Follow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcast PLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Canis Technical Hunting Apparel - Discount Code: 'OZARK' for 15% off Umarex Airguns - Discount Code: 'OZARKAIR' for 12% off Cache River Leather - Discount Code: 'OZARK10' for 10% off Part 1 of our 2-part interview with Dr. Brooks Blevins, the Noel Boyd professor of Ozarks Studies at Missouri State University, to discuss the history, geography, and culture of the Ozarks. Dr. Blevins is, beyond a doubt, the leading voice for Ozark history, and we dive into several fascinating topics in this episode such as: The Geographical Ozarks The Cultural Ozarks AND how they differ SUBSCRIBER ONLY PODCAST --> The Check Station The Ozark podcast sits down with men and women from the Ozarks who have a passion for the outdoors. Our aim is to listen, learn, and pass along their knowledge and experiences to help you become a better outdoorsman. Our hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett) AND our producer is Daniel Matthews Theme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD Clayton Follow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcast PLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sure, you think you know about the Ozarks. The home of Branson, the Baldknobbers, and the Beverly Hillbillies…right? Well, in this series, we'll talk about the Ozarks—a region covering roughly half of Missouri—as a cultural identity as well as a physical place. So, come along for a trip to the Ozarks. This episode features a conversation with Brooks Blevins about his new three-volume series on the Ozarks entitled A History of the Ozarks. About the Guest: Brooks Blevins holds a Ph.D. in History from Auburn University. Presently, he serves as the Noel Boyd Professor of Ozarks Studies at Missouri State University. His book, A History of the Ozarks, Volume 1: The Old Ozarks, was published by the University of Illinois Press in 2018. A History of the Ozarks, Volume 2: The Conflicted Ozarks will be released in Fall 2019.

Welcome back to our Sense of Community series, "Mysteries from the Hollers." Stories of buried treasure in the Ozarks have intrigued people for decades. Brooks Blevins, Noel Boyd Professor of Ozarks Studies at Missouri State University, said the tales go all the way back at least to the first French explorers in the Greater Mississippi region and the eastern part of the Ozarks in the early 1700s, and they likely got most of their stories from Spanish legends before that. Those explorers, he said, came upon stories of silver mines. There are even reports, according to Blevins, that some of the lead samples they sent back to France were laced with silver. "Some of the early French explorers may even have been duped into believing that there was silver either by Native Americans in the area or by other Creole French just having fun at their expense," he said. And when the first detailed map of the middle part of North America was made, Blevins said there were silver and gold mines on it.

Brooks Blevins, professor of Ozarks Studies at Missouri State University, explores Arkansas's image and stereotypes through the years. Recorded in 2009.

Brooks Blevins, professor of Ozarks Studies at Missouri State University, explores Arkansas's image and stereotypes through the years. Recorded in 2009.

Brooks Blevins, professor of Ozarks Studies at Missouri State University, explores Arkansas's image and stereotypes through the years. Recorded in 2009.

Brooks Blevins, professor of Ozarks Studies at Missouri State University, explores Arkansas's image and stereotypes through the years. Recorded in 2009.

Brooks Blevins, professor of Ozarks Studies at Missouri State University, explores Arkansas's image and stereotypes through the years. Recorded in 2009.

Brooks Blevins, professor of Ozarks Studies at Missouri State University, explores Arkansas's image and stereotypes through the years. Recorded in 2009.

Brooks Blevins, professor of Ozarks Studies at Missouri State University, explores Arkansas's image and stereotypes through the years. Recorded in 2009.

Brooks Blevins, professor of Ozarks Studies at Missouri State University, explores Arkansas's image and stereotypes through the years. Recorded in 2009.

Brooks Blevins, professor of Ozarks Studies at Missouri State University, explores Arkansas's image and stereotypes through the years. Recorded in 2009.

Brooks Blevins, professor of Ozarks Studies at Missouri State University, explores Arkansas's image and stereotypes through the years. Recorded in 2009.

Brooks Blevins, professor of Ozarks Studies at Missouri State University, explores Arkansas's image and stereotypes through the years. Recorded in 2009.