is a cultural region in the eastern United States; its varied inhabitants settled in the hills and mountains of southwest New York to northern Alabama, Mississippi and Georgia. In Cincinnati, there is a strong urban Appalachian population ? more than half a million people ? along with deeply-rooted traditions.
Along with that also comes some unique struggles such as preservation of the culture and job availability.
Joining us to talk about Appalachia, its rich culture and community, and its challenges are Founding Director of the in Cincinnati and Head of the Appalachian Area Office of , Mike Maloney; Leader of the Urban Appalachian Community Coalition Arts Community, Poet Laureate of Cincinnati and author of books related to urban Appalachia, ; President of the and Conference Chair for the ASA?'s 2018 conference, Debbie Zorn; and composer who has a new composition titled .