Musical performances include the Bluefield Bluegrass Band, Floyd Townsend, Rick Ramsuer, Elisabeth Harmon, Melvin Turnafy, and Becca Eggers Gryder. Joe Shannon is the host.

Guests include Wayne Henderson and Company and Reverend Marion Swann. Joe Shannon is host. Show was held at the Boone United Methodist Church in Boone, North Carolina.

Performances include Skeeter and Skidmarks.

Performances include the bluegrass band Second Wind as well as Glenn Bolick and sing-alongs with Elisabeth Harmon. Show was held in Blowing Rock, North Carolina.

Performers include Elisabeth Harmon, Katie Taylor, and Bessie Eldreth. Show was held in Blowing Rock, North Carolina and hosted by Joe Shannon.

Guests include poet Juanita Tobin; Jackie Bartlett on harp, Mary Umbarger on autoharp, and host Joe Shannon on dulcimer. Elisabeth Harmon leads the sing-alongs.

Show features Galax, Virginia band Skeeter and the Skidmarks whose music is a blend of bluegrass and old-time music. Edwin Lacy on banjo, Williard Gahard on guitar, Sandy Loyd on bass, and Scott Freeman on mandolin and fiddle. Joe Shannon is host.

Concert opens with "Young James Waltz" by The Front Porch Strings and follows with a history of the Carter Family and their music. Joe Shannon is host.

The Wilkes County, North Carolina band the Dixie Dawn Band performs in a Grand Ole Opry style show. Joe Shannon is host.

This show features Hickory, North Carolina singer Judy Pruitt performing folk songs of the 1960s and 1970s. Joe Shannon is host.

This show features various styles of music and dance including Cherokee, Irish, Scottish, and African. Joe Shannon is the host.

This episode pays tribute to Appalachian workers and features Kathy Beaver, Jim Brooks, Hank Weddington, Steve Lewis, Scott Freeman, and Joe Shannon.

This episode features the banjo and includes performances by Steve Lewis, Edwin Lacy, Scott Freeman, and Becca Eggers Gryder. Joe Shannon is the host.

The Mountain Home Music Radio Show is a celebration of bluegrass and Appalachian culture, featuring performances, stories, and community spotlights. This particular show highlights the band Last Run. Last Run, formerly known as Ricochet, plays bluegrass with a unique style that blends jazz swing influences.

Throughout the show, Last Run shares personal stories and humorous anecdotes. Their musical selections include a mix of original compositions, bluegrass classics, and gospel tunes such as "Greenville Trestle High," "I'll Take the Blame," "Minor Swing," "The Arm of God," and "John Henry." The show involves the audience through sing-alongs, with Hank Weddington leading the audience in singing John Denver's "Country Roads." The program emphasizes its connection to Appalachian culture by featuring artists like Willard Gayheart, known for his Appalachian-themed pencil art and the song "My Last Run."

Last Run announces their name change from Ricochet due to a conflict with a country band, encouraging fans to look for them under their new name. In addition to bluegrass, the show includes gospel songs like "The Arm of God," "A Gathering in the Sky," and "Better Farther On," as well as a bluegrass interpretation of the "Cherokee Shuffle," showcasing a range of musical traditions. Other songs include "Robin D." and "Love of the Mountains." The show closes with Last Run performing "Ruby."

The musicians mentioned on the Mountain Home Music Radio Show are: Joe Shannon, Steve Lewis, Randy Greer, Jimmy Trivette, David Pendley, Hank Weddington, Willard Gayheart, and Glenn Hubbard.

The show also acknowledges its sponsors, including the Daniel Boone Inn, Friends Music, Watauga County Arts Council, and Minor's Printing Company.

This episode of Mountain Home Music features Puddingstone, David Abernathy, Nancy Abernathy, Greg Knight, Denise Baxter Yoder, Larry Hips, Mike Wills, and Paige Greene. Joe Shannon is the host.

This recording features the Rachel Nelson Tribute Concert held at Appalachian State University with performances by Elisabeth Harmon, Katie Taylor, Dennis Isaacs, Randy Greer, Tony Testerman, Mary Greene, Ricochet, David Johnson, and the Appalachian Acoustic Ensemble.

The show pays tribute to Appalachian workers in the cotton and textile mills.

This recording features Watauga County Week, the Bluefields Bluegrass band, and Flat foot dancer Robert Dotson.

The show pays tribute to Irish music and features poet and storyteller Billy Ritchie from Northern Ireland.

Special Christmas program held in Ashe County, North Carolina.

Performers include Strictly Clean and Decent, Patrick Crouch, Kay Crouch, and Ron Shuffler.

Performances include "Bonaparte's Retreat" and Carter Family tunes as well as performances by fiddle player Ora Watson.

This recording features performances of traditional Appalachian Music by Wayne Henderson on guitar, Helen White on fiddle, Herb Key on bass, Gerald Anderson on mandolin, and Tim Lewis on banjo. The concert was held at Boone United Methodist Church in Boone, North Carolina.

This recording features a Christmas concert by Appalachian Acoustic Ensemble, held at Grace Lutheran Church in Boone, North Carolina.

Recording features Concrete Buddha performing songs such as "Babes in the Woods" and "Don't Come Easy."

Ballad singers Katie Taylor, Elisabeth Harmon, and Bessie Eldreth perform.

This episode of the Mountain Home Music Radio Show, hosted by Joe Shannon, features Last Run. The band had been known as Ricochet, but changed their name to Last Run due to a relatively new country band using the same name, with the change officially starting December 1st. The new name comes from a song by Willard Gayheart titled My Last Run. The members of the band introduced on the show include Mr. Jimmy Trivette from Deep Gap, North Carolina, noted for his "real mellow voice", Steve Lewis from Todd, North Carolina, described as one of the finest musicians from the region and who plays the banjo, Randy Greer from Crumpler, North Carolina, the bass fiddle player who was returning after an 18-month break (his name is not explicitly stated in the introduction), and Mr. David Penley from Morganton, North Carolina, who plays the mandolin.

Several songs were performed or featured during the broadcast. The show opens with Greenville Trestle High by Jim Jett, described as a railroad song. This is followed by a Carter Stanley tune, I'll Take the Blame, sung by Jimmy Trivette. The band performs Minor Swing, which showcases their unique blend of jazz swing and bluegrass. Following this is the Alton Delmore gospel song, The Arm of God, which is from the band's first CD. Steve Lewis plays the banjo tune John Henry. Hank Weddington from Statesville, North Carolina, leads the audience singalong of Country Roads by John Denver. The band also plays The Cherokee Shuffle, described as a bluegrass interpretation of a Cherokee tradition. Two more gospel tunes are included: A Gathering in the Sky by Wayne Raney and the traditional song Better Farther On. Willard Gayheart's song Robin D is played. Love of the Mountains by Alan Mills is also featured. The band closes the program with the bluegrass standard Ruby.

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Skeeter and Skidmarks performs in their first performance at Boone United Methodist Church in the summer of 1995.

This show features performances of Carter Family songs.

This episode of Mountain Home features music performed by the Cook Shack players, including Myles, Pal, and J.P. (J.P. VanHoy). The performance takes place at the Cook Shack, a small community restaurant and general store in Union Grove, North Carolina, owned and operated by Myles and Pal Ireland. The Cook Shack is located in the building that used to be the post office. Union Grove is also home to a famous Fiddler's Convention held annually on Memorial Day weekend since 1924. The host notes that Mary Umbarger, a renowned autoharp player from Harmony near Union Grove, joins the performers later in the episode.​

The episode includes several musical performances and spoken word segments. Songs performed or mentioned include one described as being "from out of the blue," a Carter Family song about jealousy, "Home" by Karla Bonoff, "How Tedious and Tasteless the Hours," a composition by John Newton, "Be Honest With Me," a Gene Autry song, "Blackwater" by Jean Ritchie, "Mexican Soldier," "Some Sunday Morning," "It's Good to Be Back Home Again" by John Denver, and another John Denver tune with lyrics about feeling "cold here in the city." Pal also performs a song she sang as a teenager. Other songs referenced or briefly played include an old-time song referencing Bill Haley and the Comets, "Oh, Susanna," "Tennessee Waltz," "Mr. Sandman," "Cherry Pink and Apple Blossom White," "Chicken Reel," and "Hello Dolly." During a reading, "Shenandoah" and the "Battle Hymn of the Republic" are played on harmonica.​

Beyond the music, the host reads letters from students inspired by Willard's artwork, including poems titled "True Friends" by Jessica Jordan and "A Falling Star" by Justin Dale, and other writings about drawings or music. A letter written by the host about a Civil War soldier named Jacob's journey home is also read. Pal and Myles discuss the history of the Cook Shack and their connection to Union Grove and the Fiddler's Convention, as well as the menu items available there, such as sandwiches, hamburgers, hot dogs, cheeseburgers, baked barbecue, and particularly Pal's chicken and egg sandwiches. Myles is described as self-taught on guitar, and Pal mentions she has been singing songs with Myles for 45 years and married to him for 41. J.P. VanHoy's musical background and connection to Union Grove music through his family are also noted.

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This episode featured the Cockman Family from Sherrills Ford, North Carolina, and Paige Greene from Boone, North Carolina, for singalongs. The Cockman Family blends bluegrass and gospel music and has received notable recognition, including being named one of the 12 most creative families in America by the American Greeting Cards Company in 1993, and nominations for Bronze Cross Bluegrass Group of the Year in 1995 and Gold Cross Bluegrass Group of the Year by the International Country Gospel Music Association in 1996. They have also appeared on the George Beverly Shea television tribute and the Arthur Smith PBS series Now and Then. The family consists of four brothers and their sister Caroline, their dad, and their mama. The dad introduced the members: Billy plays banjo, guitar, lead, and tenor vocals; Ben, the youngest, plays mandolin and guitar; Caroline, the oldest, sings lead and teaches at a Christian school; David plays bass and sings baritone; and John Jr., the oldest boy, plays fiddle, sings bass, and writes songs. Their mama, Jane, also writes songs and is the leader of the band. John Jr.'s wife, Jennifer, also graduated from Appalachian State University and works at Samaritan's Purse.

Songs performed or mentioned included "Victory in Jesus," a song that referenced Moses, David, Joseph, and Jonah and talked about a meeting in the air. Other songs were performed such as one about doing a golden deed each day, Arthur Smith's "The Fourth Man," a song written by John Jr. called "There Is a Highway in a Desert," Caroline's song "When I Pray," a love song written by their mama Jane, a song John Jr. wrote called "Today, While the Blossoms Still Cling to the Vine," "In the Garden" sung a cappella by Paige Greene, "I've Got That Joy" written by Caroline, Caroline's song "Thank You for the Rain," "In the Secret of Your Presence" written by Marilyn Hunt, "Give Me That Old Time Religion," a song John Jr. wrote about Joshua marching around Jericho, "Like an Eagle" written by John Jr., and a song written by John Jr. based on a true story during the Great Depression and Hebrews 13:1 and 2, which contained the line "Thereby some have entertained angels unaware." The program also included the songs "Jesus Hold My Hand" and one about going to a place where the soul never dies. The program mentioned that next week would feature the Cook Shack players.

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Performers include Sally Tiedemann (sp.?), storyteller Diane Hackler, and others. Joe Shannon is host.

The episode features various forms of religious music and personal stories. Mary Greene, described as a frequent and talented guest, shares her interest in the Primitive Baptist tradition and regional religious music, noting her family's background in gospel music and her great-grandfather being a Primitive Baptist minister. She performs "50 Miles of Elbow Room," a song from 1933 depicting a rural vision of heaven popularized by the Carter Family. Mary Greene also sings the traditional gospel song "Where Could I Go," which she grew up singing, and "When They Ring the Golden Bells," a favorite that she suggests might have been sung at her father's burial service.​

Later, Sharon Kellam, who organized the group of singers, explains shape notes using the tune "New Britain," also known as "Amazing Grace." She describes the geometric shapes used to teach music notation to those who could not read standard musical scores. The Primitive Baptist singers, who emphasize they are not a formal choir but sing together from their congregations using only voices, perform several hymns. Elder Eddie Lyle leads song 268. Brother Jane and Sister Pansy participate in song 145. Brother Joey Jenkins leads song 179, a piece suggested to have possibly been sung on the Trail of Tears due to its distinct rhythm. Brother Eddie comments that a song attributed to Isaac Watts is a deep doctrinal song from the old English era.​

Following the Primitive Baptist singers, Sheila Kay Adams shares stories and music. She recounts her childhood experiences attending both a Catholic chapel and a Missionary Baptist church, noting how Father Andrew Graves at the Catholic chapel taught the children to respond in Latin even though they didn't understand the words. Sheila Kay Adams performs a shortened version of the ballad "The Four Nights Drunk," a song about a man returning home drunk and mistaking various items for things his wife's granny sent. Finally, Sheila Kay Adams performs a song she wrote for her grandmother, "Granny's Song," recalling memories of her grandmother and the unconditional love she provided.

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This episode features a performance by the band Back Street, introduced by the host, Joe. The band opens with "Good Morning Country Rain." Following this, they perform "A Walk in the Irish Rain," an Irish tune written by an American named Steve Spurgeon.

Billy Gee, the bass player, sings "Cold on the Shoulder," a song by Gordon Lightfoot that they heard from Tony Rice. Billy, who is from Wilkesboro and lives in Wilkes County, also operates a full-time guitar repair service called Guitar Specialist.

Roger Miller, a practicing forester from Caldwell County near Lenoir, sings the swing tune "Evening in Caroline."

Randy Gamble, who plays mandolin, is originally from Ashe County but now lives in Wilkes County. Randy has lived and played music in England and Nashville and is a songwriter. He performs "Smoky Mountain Memories" and a song he co-wrote inspired by watching Hee Haw called "Long as You're Here."

Keith M. Oliver from Alleghany County plays lead guitar and is an optometrist with a wife and three children. Keith performs "Raining but Daddy Keeps on Plowing," a song important to him that relates to his experience working behind a mule.

Jeff Purdue from Wilkesboro plays banjo and is a consulting forester. Jeff mentions he grew up with Keith Oliver and was roommates with Roger Miller in forestry school at NC State.

Three members of the band are from Wilkes County. The band performs "Moonshiner," which Jeff and Billy enjoy, noting Wilkes County's reputation as the moonshine capital. They also play a song about a "bad person" called "Bad, But I Don't Care."

A tune by western songwriter Bill Staines, "Two of a Kind," is performed. Two songs from the coal fields of West Virginia are featured: "The L&N Don't Stop Here Anymore" and "Wild Rose of the Mountain," the latter learned from Pete Sutherland.

Billy Gee sings "Copperhead Road." An old Bob Wills Texas Swing tune, "Blues for Dixie," is played at the request of an audience member. They perform a Doc Watson version of "Cotton Eye Joe," which was requested and fitting for the Watauga County location.

"Hard Times in the Country," a tune learned from Mike Cross, is also played. Billy Gee is featured on bass for "Just Me and You," a tune he learned from Larry Rice. The performance includes "Night Rider's Lament," a cowboy song that features yodeling.

The band thanks the audience and mentions Martha Johnson led a sing-along.

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Performers include Phil and Gaye Johnson, and Sandy Eagle.

Performers include Dave Johnson and Appalachian Acoustic Ensemble. Joe Shannon is the host.

Performers on this recording include Appalachian Music Ensemble with Sheila Adams. Joe Shannon hosts and plays banjo.

This episode features various reflections and musical performances centered around themes of farm, family, art, work, and faith. The program begins with spoken thoughts comparing the artist's work to a farmer planting seeds and reflecting on themes of land, family, and the passage of time, including a recitation of lyrics about seasons and purpose. A song about a potter, a farmer, and lovers is presented, emphasizing belief in the future being "fashioned securely in the clay."​

Kathy Beaver performs "Read Between the Lines," a song suggesting that facial wrinkles tell a story of life's experiences, love, and sacrifice. She also performs "Mama Taught Us How to Love," a song she wrote reflecting on the sacrifices her mother made in caring for her sister and the lesson of love learned from this experience.​

Jim Brooks performs a song called "Mariah," which gives names to the wind, rain, and fire, and expresses a lonely man's yearning for a lost love. A song titled "Farmland in Kentucky" tells a story of leaving the family farm for the city and ultimately realizing belonging lies back on the farm. There are lyrics reminiscent of "Teach Your Children Well."​

Steve performs a song playfully threatening to "tell on" others for various misdeeds, mentioning Jim and Kathy.​

An instrumental tune called "Leather Britches" is introduced, described as an old song possibly named after dried beans used for preservation, and Scott Freeman is noted as having played it.​

Mary Greene leads a song called "Satisfied Mind," which suggests that a satisfied mind is more valuable than wealth and that the singer will leave the world with this satisfaction.​

A story is related about a chair maker who navigates the balance between traditional methods and modern practices. A speaker reflects on their work as a calling or "vocation" and performs the hymn "Work for the Night is Coming," which uses the metaphor of work throughout the day. The spiritual "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot" is also performed.​

The program includes Woody Guthrie's song "Deportee," performed with help from Steve, which recounts the story of Mexican workers who died in a plane crash and were primarily identified as "deportees." Finally, the song "On the Wings of a Snow White Dove" is performed, discussing finding comfort and a sign of love during times of trouble.​

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This recording documents live music performances and interactions. Miles and Pal Ireland performed music, including songs like "Hey Good Lookin'," and "Down by the Riverside."

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Recording features Jeff Little on piano, Wayne Henderson on guitar, Randy Greer on mandolin. Paige Greene performs as sing-along leader. Recording also features Reverend Mervin Oglethorp and Denise Sanders. Show was recorded at Blowing Rock, North Carolina.

Performances include Puddingstone; harp by Mike Willis, Nancy Abernathy on flute, Larry Hips on guitar, bass, and lute, Greg Knight on keyboard, Denise Baxter Yoder as vocalist.

Performances include Strictly Clean and Decent, David Johnson, and dancers from Ashe County, North Carolina.

Recording includes performances by Taylor Dunn.

This recording features the first half of the show with performances by Alternate Roots. Joe Shannon is host.

In the first part of the show captured in this recording, host Joe Shannon recites a poem about Grandfather Mountain and Doc Watson performs.

This recording features miscellaneous show material including the second part of a show with Doc Watson and grandson Richard Watson. Songs performed include "Souvenirs" and "Amazing Grace." Joe Shannon is host.

This recording features live performances by Cuckanandy and storytelling by Irishmen Billy Ritchie and Ian Coulter. Joe Shannon is the host.

This recording features the second half of the show with performances by Acoustic Soup (Steve Lewis, Randy Greer, Jeff Little). Songs performed include "Alabama Jubilee." Joe Shannon is the host.

This recording features live performances of acoustic music, including flat picking by Steve Lewis.

This episode presents a collection of musical performances covering a range of themes and styles. The selection includes a song about a clever maiden who tricks a sea captain. Another tune offers reflections on love, comparing it to the changing seasons and natural beauty.​

Special thanks are given to Mike Cross for putting words to the instrumental tune that became "Whiskey 'Fore Breakfast," a song about two men drinking in the morning and being joined by others from the town.

The traditional song "Down by the Sally Gardens," which speaks of youthful foolishness in love and subsequent tears, is also performed. A song about different birds, highlighting the sweetness of a particular "singing bird," is featured.​

The performers note that some tunes, while potentially not originating strictly from Ireland, carry an Irish sentiment. They specifically mention tunes played by the Carter Family, including Mother Maybelle, A.P., and Sara, back in the 1920s, such as "Foggy Mountain Top," which deals with themes of longing, travel, and romantic regret.​

The well-known song "When Irish Eyes Are Smiling" is performed. A song titled "Maggie," for which Alan Craig provided the words, is sung, reminiscing about past youth, nature, and dreams that did not come true. ​

A song expressing a desire for freedom while driving the "Western Highway" and hearing a loved one's voice is performed, originally written by Gerry O'Beirne. ​

There is also a humorous song described as a "social studies lesson" about a Scotsman and his kilt. The popular folk song "Wild Rover," about a traveler returning home and deciding to change his ways after spending years and money on drink, is included.​

David Johnson is highlighted as a musician who plays the fiddle and mandolin very wonderfully. He performs the instrumental tune "Blackberry Blossom," described as a tune often played on banjo, mandolin, and fiddle, which was recorded by Tony Rice. ​

The episode concludes with the poignant performance of "Danny Boy," a song about saying goodbye, a promise to return, and finding peace. Jennifer is mentioned for doing great dancing during the event.

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