Columnist and novelist Sean Dietrich delivers homespun stories that might make you smile or cry. Tales of common people, rural places, small towns, and life in the American South. Based on the popular "Sean of the South" blog.
Sean tells the story of a boy who always wanted to be a cowboy, and the colorful trips that lead children into adulthood. Music by the Farmer and Adele.
The end of winter is nearing, Sean tells a tale of weddings, and those who become the great loves of our lives. Music by the Carolina Blue Band.
The story of Sean's humble beginnings. Music by the British bluegrass legends of Clark Zuppardi Hartley.
Sean delivers the tale of strangers meeting on a highway, and the Georgia two-lanes that lead toward destinations unknown. Music by the Chatham Rabbits.
Sean recalls how he started telling stories, and his simple beginnings, and the unlikely friends who pointed him onward. Music by Hank and Pattie and the Current.
Life, love, and fried chicken shared in fellowship halls of rural America. Sean delivers the tale of what it means to attend a potluck. Music by the Price Sisters.
An old instrument, and the sentimental value it holds. Sean tells the story of the guitar he plays, and how he almost lost it. Music by the Sowell Family.
It's the time of year for resolutions, Sean delivers a story about accidental meetings with people you once knew. Music by the Hot Club of Cowtown.
A story about growing up, and about the siblings who help us do it. Sean delivers the story of being a big brother. Music by Big Cedar Fever.
Sean delivers the story of a new year, an Episcopal church, and a few people he's known. Music by Steam Machine.
The spirit of Christmas can be found in shopping malls if you are lucky, or in a group of singing children if you are even luckier. Music by the Savannah Children's Choir.
The story of a Christmas remembered, and the candlelights that make it worth remembering. Music by the Corn Potato String Band.
A tale of kindness at Christmas, and the unlikely heroes who are thoughtful enough to make the holiday what it is. Music by Martha Spencer.
The story of a people who struggle against each day, and the unexpected visitors of Christmas. Music by Adam Kiesling.
Sean tells a personal story about what makes a boy want to become a writer, and what makes a man dream of becoming a columnist. Music by Cocek! Brass Band.
Thanksgiving comes early for those with scattered families, Sean delivers the story of one such holiday. Music by the Misty Mountain String Band.
Sean talks about the weekend spent with elders, and old men who help make us who we are. Music by Sugar and the Mint.
Sean chaperones a van load of teenagers to the Smoky Mountains to visit Dollywood, and lives to tell about it. Music by the High 48's.
The story of growing up, of beautiful water, and a lonely boy who just wants to catch a fish. Music by Woody Pines.
The story of getting lost, and the ones who help us find our way back. Music by the Quasi Brothers.