Popcorn Sutton, North Carolina’s moonshining legend (2024)

Tim sits down with author and filmmaker Neal Hutcheson to talk about the N.C. moonshining legend known as Popcorn Sutton.

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Marvin “Popcorn” Sutton was a world-famous moonshiner and North Carolina native whose life, persona, moonshine, and death are things of legend. And believe it or not, most of it just happened within the past 20 years!

On this episode of Tying It Together With Tim Boyum, Tim talks with Neal Hutcheson, an author and filmmaker who just released a new book, “The Moonshiner Popcorn Sutton.”

In addition to his book, Hutcheson has also produced multiple documentaries on the moonshine legend.

So, grab yourself a nice glass of “likker” and take a listen as he takes us behind the scenes of his relationship with one of the state’s most notorious characters of all time.

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With the speed of the local news cycle, it's easy to forget that the politicians who represent us and the influencers in our communities are more than just sound bites. North Carolina veteran reporter and anchor Tim Boyum is loosening his signature bow tie for candid conversations with power players across the state. In "Tying It Together," Tim uncovers what makes these newsmakers tick, explores fascinating life stories, and helps all of us get a better grasp on the issues affecting our community.

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