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A storytelling based series of the unique, strange, and wonderful Appalachian experience. Hosted by JD, Creepalachia is a podcast that shares stories that have captured the hearts and minds of our community. From powerful tales of resilience to fascinating insights into local lives, these tales have sparked conversations and left a lasting impression.

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APPALACHIAN STARTUP
★★★★★
Levi Pack • 09/06/2019
It’s awesome to see someone tap into the Appalachian startups, an area which I have yet to see anyone do. It’s great that someone is giving these startups (and existing businesses) a platform for some insight on their specific business. I specifically enjoyed the conversation with Appalachian Cannabis Company!
LOCAL. AUTHENTIC. APPALACHIAN.
★★★★★
Jokes yet • 09/06/2019
In a state with so many negatives, this podcast shines light upon the hardworking dreamers who are refreshing and encouraging. JD has an uplifting positive vibe about Appalachian culture and the creative people who live there.
SO REFRESHING
★★★★★
LordPlagouss88 • 07/15/2019
It’s incredible to see a project shining light on entrepreneurship in Appalachia! Well done! Wonderful quality, great conversations, everything I enjoy about podcasts!
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
★★★★★
charcoal grey • 05/29/2019
Free insight into what it takes to create and maintain a business in WV. I enjoy the back stories on businesses I visit. I don’t have a business, but the first episode couple was a hoot! And I’d just attended a wedding DJ’d by the subject of the second podcast. Looking forward to the next one!
REFRESHING AND FUN!
★★★★★
Pine Mtn Lover • 05/02/2019
Finally, someone did it. A podcast that will highlight not only the achievements, but the struggles of small biz start up in Appalachia. We started the first Airbnb in our Southwest VA coal county, so we understand the lows and highs when you decide to take that plunge into Appy small biz ownership. So excited to follow this podcast journey!
APPALACHIAN STARTUP
★★★★★
Levi Pack • 09/06/2019
It’s awesome to see someone tap into the Appalachian startups, an area which I have yet to see anyone do. It’s great that someone is giving these startups (and existing businesses) a platform for some insight on their specific business. I specifically enjoyed the conversation with Appalachian Cannabis Company!
LOCAL. AUTHENTIC. APPALACHIAN.
★★★★★
Jokes yet • 09/06/2019
In a state with so many negatives, this podcast shines light upon the hardworking dreamers who are refreshing and encouraging. JD has an uplifting positive vibe about Appalachian culture and the creative people who live there.
SO REFRESHING
★★★★★
LordPlagouss88 • 07/15/2019
It’s incredible to see a project shining light on entrepreneurship in Appalachia! Well done! Wonderful quality, great conversations, everything I enjoy about podcasts!
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
★★★★★
charcoal grey • 05/29/2019
Free insight into what it takes to create and maintain a business in WV. I enjoy the back stories on businesses I visit. I don’t have a business, but the first episode couple was a hoot! And I’d just attended a wedding DJ’d by the subject of the second podcast. Looking forward to the next one!
REFRESHING AND FUN!
★★★★★
Pine Mtn Lover • 05/02/2019
Finally, someone did it. A podcast that will highlight not only the achievements, but the struggles of small biz start up in Appalachia. We started the first Airbnb in our Southwest VA coal county, so we understand the lows and highs when you decide to take that plunge into Appy small biz ownership. So excited to follow this podcast journey!

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Meet the host of Appalachian Startup.

Appalachian Startup is hosted by self-made business owner and videographer J.D. Belcher of McDowell County, West Virginia, an area nestled within the Appalachian Mountains with a rich history in the coal mining industry and striving to rise above the affliction of a lack of opportunity. Created to showcase the efforts of other motivated individuals within the region, the series captures the trials and triumphs of Appalachian entrepreneurs.

NOTE: This version of J.D. does not wear a hat.