Shad interviews current mayor of Dusty, Mississippi, Darby Rhinehold about a controversial painting in City Hall that disappeared for over a decade in the early 1900’s and now resides back at City Hall. Thanks to Jack Vale for being the voice of Mayor Rhinehold.

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Political Art (1890)

In the late 1860’s men in this town suffered from a severe limp. Shad Devenpour interviews Gus Rugg whose family started and continues the legacy that brought dignity and fame to the citizens of this town.

The Standard Limp (Cane Pole, GA 1860’s)

It was 1924 in Caldwell, New York and a Player Piano saved a life. Maybe more. Shad chats with Bubs Dudley one of the few remaining Player Piano teachers and gets the scoop on this historical night in Caldwell.

Player Piano (1924)

Carson, AZ was a back up plan for many heading West to strike it rich in the late 1800’s. On this episode Shad interviews former rancher turned Arizona historian, Herb Dussle. When the sun went down in Carson, the goods came out and the competitions began. You’re sure to enjoy this piece of history...that never happened.

The Quitting Time Bee (Carson, AZ 1885)

In the Spring of 1870 in Fort Luth, South Carolina there was an infestation of squirrels. This led to another infestation and what seemed to be the demise of the Chalmer Flying Squirrel Act until one man led the charge to change. In this episode Shad sits down with a distant relative of this man to get the scoop. Shad Devenpour - Joel Berry —— Grover Chalmer - Cory Edwards

Bobcats & Bayonets

In this episode of the Shad Devenpour Local History Podcast, Shad takes a look at Parsley, Kentucky and explains how they have some of the most articulate kids the nation has ever seen.

The Asking Dish (1870’s)

Murphy Tudlow was an active young boy who grew up in the muddy town of Reeds Mill, AL on the Florida/Alabama border near the gulf. He was a talented carpenter and active thinker. He ended up as a sergeant for the Confederates in the Civil War before returning home to help start a camp that went on to train generations of future leaders. 

Canoe Creek Camp

This story begins in 1859 when Clyde List moves his family west. He was an astute businessman who wanted to strike it rich in the gold business, but found plenty of business in boarding and feeding teams of horses for mining companies. One day in 1865 one wealthy miner decided he wouldn’t pay for their services, after the fact. He was met by 9 year old Lona List and soon other List children who set out to stand up to this miner and his men.

The Livery Stable Stand Off ( Reno, NV)

The year was 1847 when William Standridge began to construct his masterpiece on land in Athens, GA. And what a masterpiece it was! But, it was a bellboy who became the hero and made this structure as memorable as it is today.

The Bellboy of Standridge Hall (Athens, GA)

In this episode Shad is joined by Dawson Kibble, an expert in maritime woodworking. Dawson helps uncover a found treasure that has been lost again. Enjoy!

The Gambling Hall

It was Christmas Eve in the early 1900’s in Lendell, Kentucky. Billy Chadworth decided to do something his family had not done in fifteen years: get a Christmas tree. It was an adventure and one that not everyone in his family was thrilled about. Merry Christmas!

Christmas Canoe

In 1901 Dorn Trundle decided to do some spear fishing to catch a non-traditional Thanksgiving feast. What he caught was traditional, but HOW he caught it was anything but.

Thanksgiving Special: Water Foul of Chap City, AL

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It was the roarin’ 20’s in Whisper Canyon, Texas when Lucky & Stella Pessel began a business venture that proved to be more than fruitful until it wasn’t: Lucky’s Junction

Lucky’s Junction

What makes that noise heard across the Cumberland farmland in 1907? For generations it was just part of the landscape, but in 1907 the source was discovered and a series of farms had to move on because of it.

The Cumberland Buried Wells

This is a mockumentary podcast where Shad Devenpour shares interesting nuggets of mostly small town American history. These stories are made up. It's a comedy! Enjoy.

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