Polk Lore

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Polk commissioner candidate Jon Klimstra

October 12, 2026

Jon Klimstra insists he’s not a politician by nature, and it’s probably not too surprising that someone might not be all that keen on seeking public office when their busiest time of year — harvest season — coincides with demands of running a political campaign. But he has assumed a few leadership positions in the county. He’s the current president of the Polk County Farm Bureau Board of Directors, and vice-president of the North Carolina Apple Growers Association. So he's as least as qua...

NC House District candidate John Morgan

October 09, 2026

John Morgan took a rather interesting route to get onto the ballot in the election for state legislature, specifically the seat now held by Republican Jake Johnson for House District 113.Not exactly a Democrat-from-birth, the retired pilot first tried to find the signatures necessary to run as an independent candidate. He fell short. But then the Democrat from Rutherford County who had been the only candidate to file papers for the party back in the spring, dropped out, leaving an opening tha...

Saddle up and face the music

October 06, 2026

This Thursday evening the Tryon International Equestrian Center is hosting somethings called Divertimentos and Dressage. It combines live classical music, provided by the Hendersonville Symphony Orchestra, with freestyle horse-riding, all in the service of supporting a global non-profit effort to improve the welfare of working horses, donkeys, and mules. We’re talking about animals who do the literal heavy lifting in near-subsistence economies, primarily in the developing world.I had no idea,...

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Polk Lore is hosted by James Hrynyshyn. Its publicly listed email is jamesh@polklore.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Polk Lore?

The publicly listed email for Polk Lore: jamesh@polklore.com.

How many listeners does Polk Lore have?

Podseeker estimates Polk Lore reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Polk Lore?

Polk Lore typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Polk County or western North Carolina elected officials, political candidates, civic-organization representatives, public administrators, and longtime community leaders with direct knowledge of local issues. Common among recent guests: Elected or appointed local office; Leadership in civic or community organizations; Longstanding public, educational, or regional service. Recent guests include Katie Breckenheimer, Keenan Nesbitt, and J. Alan Peoples.

How hard is it to get booked on Polk Lore?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does Polk Lore cover?

Recent episodes cover Politics, Local Politics, Elections, Civic Engagement, and North Carolina. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.