Polly Barrow and her boys make another special delivery, this time to the Underwoods of Oak Mountain. Discoveries are made.

This is part two of our three episode introduction to Old Gods of Appalachia.

This episode references historical racism and law enforcement, happy baby sounds, blended Appalachian witchcraft and Christian practices, supernatural manifestations centered around a baby. Sensitive listeners please be advised.

Today’s episode encompassed episode 34 from season three of Old Gods. If you like what you heard, you can listen to the complete podcast — currently in its sixth season here in 2026 — on your favorite podcast app. Old Gods of Appalachia is a production of DeepNerd Media. To learn more about the show, visit oldgodsofappalachia.com

Written by Cam Collins
Special script consultant: DJ Rogers
Narrated by Steve Shell
Sound design by Steve Shell
Produced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve Shell
The voice of Granny Underwood: Stephanie Hickling-Beckman
The voice of Nina Jennings: Shasparay Irvine
The voice of Tobias Underwood: DJ Rogers
The voice of Polly Barrow: Tracy Johnston-Crum
Intro music: “The Land Unknown (The Pound of Flesh Verses)” written and performed by Landon Blood
Outro music: “I Cannot Escape The Darkness” by Those Poor Bastards

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