Local Storyteller James Froemel Celebrates Appalachian Tale-Telling
Honing Storytelling Skills And Our Song Of The Week, This West Virginia Morning
West Virginia Public Broadcasting | Friday, January 24, 2025
By Staff
In an engaging episode of West Virginia Morning by West Virginia Public Broadcasting, storyteller James Froemel reflects on his lifelong journey through storytelling, from his early days reciting poetry in schools like Jefferson High to his recent triumph at the Vandalia Gathering’s Liar’s Competition. Folkways reporter Margaret McLeod Leef discusses the art of narration with Froemel, while listeners are treated to the Song of the Week, 'A Place Called Home' by Kim Richey, celebrating local talent and community. This episode emphasizes the rich storytelling tradition in the region, as supported by local educational institutions like Shepherd University and Marshall University.