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Arts & Culture Margaret McLeod Leef,

James Froemel Learns The Art Of Lying

James Froemel‘s journey into storytelling has taken a lifetime. Last year, he worked with author, Liars Competition champ and professional storyteller Bil Lepp to hone his craft. Folkways Reporter Margaret McLeod Leef spoke with Froemel.

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Arts & Culture Eric Douglas,

Book: Blair Mountain Told Through Eyes Of Participants

A new book looks at the Battle of Blair Mountain through the eyes of people who were actually there. “On Dark and Bloody Ground” is compiled from a series of oral histories collected in 1972.

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WVPB News Eric Douglas,

Use Online Time With Family To Record Family Stories

Many families have turned to video conferencing apps like Zoom and Skype to stay connected during the coronavirus pandemic. Those online conversations can…

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