# S9E5: Celebrating Your Heritage w/ William Isom II

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Podcast: [The Mountain Spirit](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-mountain-spirit-6689500)
Published: 2025-12-02T05:01:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of The Mountain Spirit , we sit down with William Isom II , the driving force behind Black in Appalachia , a nonprofit dedicated to uncovering and celebrating the overlooked history of African Americans in the region. From preserving archives to amplifying local voices, William shares how these stories reshape our understanding of Appalachian culture. Tune in for a powerful conversation about heritage, identity, and the truth that binds communities together. Visit the Black in Appalachia website . Watch videos on Black in Appalachia's YouTube channel. Watch films William has worked on through PBS.

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