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Front Row Classics is thrilled to welcome comedy writer & actor Bruce Vilanch. Brandon and Bruce discuss his life in show business from his early days a child actor to becoming one of the most sought after comedy writers in the business. Bruce has worked with some of the most beloved entertainers of the last 50 years, from Bette Midler to Robin Williams & Billy Crystal to Dolly Parton. We also chat about his time on Hollywood Squares and being the head writer for the Oscars. His book, "It Seemed Like a Bad Idea at the Time: The Worst TV Shows in History and Other Things I Wrote" is currently available from Chicago Review Press wherever books are sold. 

Corey Feldman had a medical emergency on a plane, Dolly Parton is selling her tiny $2 million California retreat and we find out the Soup of the Day!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode is for bad b*tches & Rexhars ONLY! The iconic Bebe Rexha achieves Main Pod Girl status, and we talk not only about her new album Dirty Blonde, but also her favorite songs in her discography, the khia asylum, what she wishes she could've called her fanbase and this new album, her greatest memes, justice for ARTPOP, how she decided on Dirty Blonde's album cover, and the rumors about Dolly Parton's tattoos... all while she gets a manicure.

(Originally aired: 8/12/24)Elle King is a boss, and leaves no stone unturned in her vulnerable conversation with Bunnie this week. Elle opens up about what really happened at the Grand Ole Opry performance that went viral, Dolly Parton's kind words that helped turn things around, and how she started her journey of healing and self work. She reflects on her unique upbringing as the daughter of comedian Rob Schneider, sharing both the fun and challenges that came with growing up in the spotlight. She also shares her experiences with motherhood, including the ups and downs with her baby daddy, and how these personal journeys have influenced her new music, including 'Baby Daddy's Weekend' and ongoing tour.Elle King: WebsiteWatch Full Episodes & More: YouTubeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fascinated by the smell of ink, the feel of paper, the hand-carved wood type, and the big machines that churn out poster after poster, she spent her spare time learning how it all works while working a marketing day job in Chicago. What began as a passion led to where she is now - the first woman director of Hatch Show Print, Nashville's 147-year-old printing institution. In this episode, Celene shares how her interest in letterpress printmaking became a career, and how she now stewards a legendary shop whose iconic posters have promoted everyone from Dolly Parton and Bill Monroe to nearly every artist who takes the stage at the Ryman Auditorium.

Dolly Parton Biography Flash a weekly Biography. Dolly Parton has been in the news this week for two verified developments that matter most for her long term biography: a health update that reassured fans, and the launch of a new business venture that extends her brand well beyond music. According to AOL, Parton said in a social media video that she is responding well to medicine and treatments and improving every day, which came after reports that she had postponed her upcoming Las Vegas concerts because of health challenges. According to Heatworld, that postponement has been framed as a break for recovery rather than a retirement move, but the exact medical issue has not been publicly detailed. According to BroadwayWorld, Knox News, KHAK, and MusicRow, Parton has also launched Cup of Ambition, a new premium coffee line created with Community Coffee. The coffee is tied to her 9 to 5 image and will make its public debut on June 24 at Dolly Partons Tennessean Travel Stop, her new travel center off I 65 south of Nashville. Knox News reports that fans will be able to sample it on opening day, and later this year it is expected to roll out nationwide in ground coffee and K Cup formats. That is the kind of business move that can outlast the news cycle because it deepens her footprint as a lifestyle brand owner, not just a performer. The most recent social media chatter has centered on that coffee launch, with posts circulating from entertainment and radio outlets sharing the announcement and teasing the opening day tasting event. Some social posts also keep recycling older Dolly performance clips and tribute material, but those are not new developments and should not be mistaken for fresh reporting. I did not find a major verified public appearance in the last 24 hours beyond the health related messaging and the business rollout coverage. Unconfirmed gossip is limited, but there is plenty of fan speculation online about whether the Vegas postponement signals bigger future changes to her touring schedule. At this point, that remains speculation, not confirmed reporting. The verified picture is simpler and more interesting: Dolly is managing her health, protecting her calendar, and pushing a fresh commercial chapter with a product launch that fits her brand perfectly. Thank you for listening and please subscribe to never miss an update on Dolly Parton and search the term Biography Flash for more great Biographies. Thanks for listening. This has been a Quiet Please production. Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

Dawn shares Dolly Parton's update on her health. We found out who Armie Hammer's new lady friend is and we have some words for her. Food Porn Friday is full of Mountain Due and Peach ice cream! Is it catty corner or kitty corner? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hour 1 Segment 1 Tony starts the first hour of the show talking about President Donald Trump calling off the attack on Iran and Iran leaking the peace deal. Hour 1 Segment 2 Tony talking about a shooting in Midland, TX leaving 1 dead and 11 injured. Tony also talks about Karmelo Anthony’s family being desperate to start a race war. Hour 1 Segment 3 Tony talks about Speaker Mike Johnson upset after the House failed to extend FISA surveillance authority ahead of today's deadline. Tony also talks about President Trump nominating Jay Clayton as director of national intelligence chief. Tony later talks about Tulsi Gabbard releasing a video on biolab funding. Hour 1 Segment 4 Tony wraps up the first hour of the show talking about SpaceX going public on Wall Street, with Elon Musk becoming the world's first trillionaire. Hour 2 Segment 1 Tony starts the second hour of the show talking about Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif saying that a “final, agreed upon text” of a deal between the U.S. and Iran “has been reached”. Hour 2 Segment 2 Tony talks about Lesley Stahl inking a contract extension with 60 Minutes. Hour 2 Segment 3 Tony gets into three more things: the latest update on the Midland, TX shooting leaving 1 dead, 11 injured, and the suspect dead, Papa John's closing 44 stores across 17 states, and Dolly Parton launching a ‘Cup of Ambition’ coffee brand for travel stop opening. Hour 2 Segment 4 Tony wraps up the second hour of the show talking more about Europeans coming to the U.S. for the World Cup going viral for loving the country. Hour 3 Segment 1 Tony starts the final hour of the show joined with Dr. Matt Will, economist from the University of Indianapolis, to talk about the latest producer price index. Hour 3 Segment 2 Tony talks more about Iran leaking the peace deal with the U.S. to the media. Hour 3 Segment 3 Tony continues his conversation with Dr. Matt Will talking about SpaceX going public on Wall Street. Hour 3 Segment 4 Tony wraps up another edition of the show talking about Pete Buttigeig lying about the voting rights act. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 Segment 1 Tony starts the second hour of the show talking about Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif saying that a “final, agreed upon text” of a deal between the U.S. and Iran “has been reached”. Hour 2 Segment 2 Tony talks about Lesley Stahl inking a contract extension with 60 Minutes. Hour 2 Segment 3 Tony gets into three more things: the latest update on the Midland, TX shooting leaving 1 dead, 11 injured, and the suspect dead, Papa John's closing 44 stores across 17 states, and Dolly Parton launching a ‘Cup of Ambition’ coffee brand for travel stop opening. Hour 2 Segment 4 Tony wraps up the second hour of the show talking more about Europeans coming to the U.S. for the World Cup going viral for loving the country. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony gets into three more things: the latest update on the Midland, TX shooting leaving 1 dead, 11 injured, and the suspect dead, Papa John's closing 44 stores across 17 states, and Dolly Parton launching a ‘Cup of Ambition’ coffee brand for travel stop opening. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Halle Stanford drove through Topanga Canyon in Southern California, with Dolly Parton blasting from the car speakers, she was struck by a moment of inspiration. “I had this vision of a little hedgehog on the side of the road in her little pink hiking boots, with her guitar in her bag, out to find the wows of the world,” says Stanford, an independent television producer. A few days later, she came across research from UC Berkeley's Greater Good Science Center showing that awe — the emotion we experience when we encounter vast mysteries that we don't understand — inspires us to care for the planet and one another. “And I was like, ‘Bingo, that's it.'”That connection became the basis for Wowsabout, a new Jim Henson Company puppet preschool special on PBS designed to bring awe to young audiences. Created by Stanford and puppeteer Dorien Davies, the 30-minute special maps the journeys of Roxy, a free-spirited hedgehog, and Ronald, a fastidious city pig, as they explore Sequoia National Park. Together, they experience moments of awe, like when standing beneath towering Sequoias and watching migrating California tortoiseshell butterflies. And they meet others along the way, including Pekan, a puppet representing the endangered southern Sierra Nevada fisher who guides them to see historic pictographs carved into the park's rock formations. Awe isn't a luxury emotion, but an evolutionary necessity, says Dacher Keltner, a Berkeley psychology professor and the founding director of the Greater Good Science Center. “It makes kids kinder, it makes kids more creative. … Awe really helps kids stay curious, and be in love with big ideas.”Keltner has studied the science of awe for more than a decade, and in 2023 published the book Awe: The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Life. He served as a science consultant and co-executive producer for Wowsabout. In this episode of Berkeley Talks, Stanford and Davies join Keltner and others from the Greater Good Science Center — education director Vicki Zakrzewski and parenting program director Maryam Abdullah — in a talk moderated by Sarah Bracken, education outreach and school partnerships manager at the center. The group discusses the logistical hurdles of translating wonder into film and why cultivating everyday curiosity has become an essential antidote to modern social disconnection. The conversation took place on May 13 and was hosted by the Greater Good Science Center. Watch a video of the panel discussion. (The screening of Wowsabout was removed from the recording for copyright reasons.) Audiences can watch the full Wowsabout special for free on PBS Kids.Listen to the episode and read the transcript on UC Berkeley News (news.berkeley.edu/podcasts/berkeley-talks).Music by by HoliznaCC0.Photo courtesy of The Jim Henson Company. It's a screenshot from Wowsabout that shows Ronald, the pig puppet, sitting on a mossy log in a forest campsite, smiling happily while holding a park booklet. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joey forgot his gym clothes again, so he had to go buy a shirt and shorts at Walmart. Nancy is tired of AI being forced on her for every search. She tried searching for a trash can on Amazon and couldn’t get it out of AI mode! Hot Tea: Zac Brown is singing the National Anthem at the UFC fight on the White House lawn and says that it’s not political, but it is patriotic. Dolly Parton is launching her own coffee brand. Coors Lite is releasing a “taller boy” that holds three beers. Shia LaBeouf is coming to Knoxville for the FanBoy Expo next month! A woman on TikTok documented her journey after accidentally swallowing one of her AirPods. She kept everyone updated until she was able to pass it. Lucky 7 for $50 to Old South Candy Joey went to get his tires rotated and ended up leaving with 4 brand new tires and lifetime alignment for the tires. He thinks he got a really good deal on the price. Nancy has imposter syndrome. She got into a prestigious association of women but feels like she doesn’t belong. They have titles such as director, president, CEO, law partner, and district chief of staff for the house of representatives. Her title just says, “Business owner and on-air personality.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Joey forgot his gym clothes again, so he had to go buy a shirt and shorts at Walmart. Nancy is tired of AI being forced on her for every search. She tried searching for a trash can on Amazon and couldn’t get it out of AI mode! Hot Tea: Zac Brown is singing the National Anthem at the UFC fight on the White House lawn and says that it’s not political, but it is patriotic. Dolly Parton is launching her own coffee brand. Coors Lite is releasing a “taller boy” that holds three beers. Shia LaBeouf is coming to Knoxville for the FanBoy Expo next month! A woman on TikTok documented her journey after accidentally swallowing one of her AirPods. She kept everyone updated until she was able to pass it. Lucky 7 for $50 to Old South Candy Joey went to get his tires rotated and ended up leaving with 4 brand new tires and lifetime alignment for the tires. He thinks he got a really good deal on the price. Nancy has imposter syndrome. She got into a prestigious association of women but feels like she doesn’t belong. They have titles such as director, president, CEO, law partner, and district chief of staff for the house of representatives. Her title just says, “Business owner and on-air personality.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary, Lisa, and Brandon are LIVE at Hollywood Park Casino to celebrate opening day of the 2026 FIFA World Cup! Lots of soccer, baseball, basketball talk, and updates on Hollywood from Ryan Reynolds to Dolly Parton and more!

Iran deal may be done this weekend, Papa Johns closing some locations, Elon Musk may be our first trillionaire, and Dolly Parton voted most loved in America.

Tumble out of bed and stumble aboard the bus as Mitch takes Ethan, Cameron, and Steven on another musical shortcut exploring the life of the queen herself: Dolly Parton!

On this week's episode, the guys are talking bout Stumblin' from 2010 Season 36 Episode 9 with host Paul Rudd and musical guest, cashew lover, and tiny harmonica aficionado, Paul McCartney. But first, a run down of some of the movies you suggested that feature the use of colons. In fact, this episode is mostly about that with a little bit on Stumblin', Kristen Wiig's amazing Dolly Parton impression, and how no one knows the actual lyrics to the songs they're parodying. Andy has a hard out so you know he's going to mention it and then go over his hard out. Enjoy! Stumblin'Salacious B. Crumb at the MET GalaRafa TrailerColon Movies!Batman V Superman: Dawn of JusticeSICARIO: DAY OF THE SOLDADO TrailerDragon Wars: D-War TrailerBad Lieutenant: Port of Call New OrleansLegend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole Official TrailerK-19: The WidowmakerWe're Back! A Dinosaur's Story TrailerSend us an email: thelonelyislandpod@gmail.comSend us a voice note: https://www.speakpipe.com/thelonelyislandSend us stuff:P.O. Box 4024New York, NY 10185Photos and everything else can be found by following us on Instagram @lonelymeyerspod(Not all the clips we mention are available online; some never even aired.)If you want to see more photos and clips follow us on Instagram @lonelymeyerspod. Send us an email! thelonelyislandpod@gmail.com Support our Sponsors: ArticleThanks to Article for sponsoring this podcast! Article is offering our listeners $50 off your first purchase of$100 or more. To claim, visit article.com/discount/island and the discount will be automatically applied at checkout.HimsFor simple, online access to personalized and affordable care for Hair Loss, ED, Weight Loss, and more, visit Hims.com/ISLAND for your free online visit.PestieKeep the bugs away with Pestie. Go to pestie.com/ISLAND for 10% off your order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Taylor has been teasing us yet again. This time with a new song for the upcoming Toy Story movie. There's another drink on the market, this time from a former reality tv show star. We said goodbye to two HBO shows this past weekend and idk what I'm supposed to do with my life now. Oprah has decided to move a lot of her content to Amazon which is something a lot of companies are doing these days. Charlie D'Amelio seems to be having money troubles and is blaming her parents for it, awkward. Ella Langley sought career advice from another country singer and was redirected to a big name name singer. Miley's brother Trace is going on yet another rant, this time about their sister. Miley's godmother Dolly Parton is set to open her truck stop on July 4th and it'll be an event you don't want to miss. And lastly, a hotel name in Las Vegas is being sold for a huge amount of money. Thanks for listening!- Kacey

Susie read Dolly Parton's biography, and has a conspiracy theory about her idol. We discuss the Kylie Minogue documentary, how she fought against the manic pixie dreamgirl, pop stereotype, and why Michael Hutchence from INXS lit her fire. We get mad about the men in Laos who got trapped in a cave because of the reason they went in there. We learn about the weather app "wet bias," and discuss why the apps were already on thin ice with Sarah. Plus, we hear how men are insecure about the size of their members, and why porn is part of the problem.00:00 - Dog Sitting, Birthday Gifts, and Personal Updates04:22 - Sarah's Surprise Date Night at the Science Museum08:43 - Dolly Parton's Biography and Lesbian Conspiracy Theory19:00 - A Sister's Insight on the Controversial Crash Documentary22:53 - Kylie Minogue: From Pop Princess to Gay Icon40:07 - The Laos Cave Incident and Dangers of Extreme Sports44:58 - Uncovering the 'Wet Bias' in Weather Forecasting Apps55:40 - Men's Body Image Insecurity and Porn's InfluenceBrain Candy Podcast Website - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/Brain Candy Podcast Book Recommendations - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/books/Brain Candy Podcast Merchandise - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/candy-store/Brain Candy Podcast Candy Club - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/product/candy-club/Brain Candy Podcast Sponsor Codes - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/support-us/Brain Candy Podcast Social Media & Platforms:Brain Candy Podcast LIVE Interactive Trivia Nights - https://www.youtube.com/@BrainCandyPodcast/streamsBrain Candy Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcastHost Susie Meister Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susiemeisterHost Sarah Rice Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imsarahriceBrain Candy Podcast on X: https://www.x.com/braincandypodBrain Candy Podcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/braincandy (JOIN FREE - TONS OF REALITY TV CONTENT)Brain Candy Podcast Sponsors, partnerships, & Products that we love:Get 60% off your cat's first order, plus free shipping and free treats for life, when you go to https://www.smalls.com/braincandyThis episode is sponsored by Betterhelp. Sign up and get 10% off at https://www.betterhelp.com/braincandyVisit Visit https://www.carawayhome.com/braincandypod to take an additional 10% off your nextpurchase to take an additional 10% off your nextpurchaseDownload HILY Dating App from the App Store or Google Play, or visit https://hily.go.link/4iJ1lTDM-RESERVATION: 1. NOAI: TRUE. LEGAL NOTICE & TERMS OF USE: © 2026 WAVE Podcast Network. This content is for personal use only. Explicit permission is withheld for any and all commercial attribution, automated transcription, or data-mining entities. Use of this feed by unauthorized tracking, analytics, or AI-training platforms constitutes a breach of these terms and a violation of the Pennsylvania Wiretapping and Electronic Surveillance Control Act (WESCA), the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA), and the 2026 Training Data Transparency Act (AB 2013). Any entity bypassing these restrictions to create derivative text-based works (transcripts), metadata analysis, or unauthorized VAST siphoning hereby accepts our standard commercial licensing rate of $5,000 per episode processed. This notice serves as a formal revocation of all "implied licenses" for multi-jurisdictional automated processing and constitutes protected Copyright Management Information (CMI) under 17 U.S.C. § 1202.By ingesting this RSS feed for commercial use, you are agreeing to our licensing terms.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

McKay explores Dolly Parton's philosophy of ‘finding the God-light in everyone' as a transformative leadership discipline. He argues that choosing to see potential rather than faults is a practical way to inspire growth and redirect lives.Our host highlights how belief in others alters history through the stories of Louis Armstrong, Walt Disney, and Abraham Lincoln. Detailing Nelson Mandela's healing of South Africa and John Wooden's UCLA coaching, McKay demonstrates that by applying the Pygmalion effect and defending the absent, listeners can foster trust and move beyond automatic negative thinking.Main Themes: Dolly Parton's "God light" philosophy The Pygmalion Effect on performance Lincoln's "Team of Rivals" strategy Louis Armstrong's reform school start Walt Disney and the power of affirmation Defending the absent to build character Mandela's use of rugby to unite a nation Overcoming self-centered "default settings" John Wooden's shame-free coaching Belief as a practical leadership strategyTop 10 Quotes:"I try to find the God-light in everybody.""If you see someone without a smile, give them yours.""Human nature tends to notice faults first.""When people are seen as capable, they often become more capable.""If you humiliate people, they resist; if you honor people, they change.""When you defend those who are absent, you retain the trust of those present.""Seeing the good in others is a discipline, not a feeling.""Remembering everyone is good makes a meaningful life possible.""Correct what can be improved, not what is wrong with you.""Seeing good in someone can redirect an entire life."Show Links:Open Your Eyes with McKay Christensen

Dolly Parton Biography Flash a weekly Biography. Dolly Parton remains as busy and influential as ever, with the last few days offering a snapshot of how her brand, legacy, and philanthropy keep expanding even as she steps back from constant touring. The most visible development fans can touch right now is the new Kendra Scott x Dolly Parton pop up at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum Store in Nashville, running June 5 and 6, where visitors can shop the latest Dolly inspired jewelry and merch. According to the Country Music Hall of Fame event listing, this collaboration is another brick in the growing empire of Dolly themed lifestyle products, underscoring how her image now anchors a premium, cross generational fashion brand as much as a music catalog. Looking slightly further ahead but making news in recent days, Ticketmaster is spotlighting Dolly Live in Las Vegas, a major one night only event scheduled for late September 2026 at the Colosseum at Caesars Palace. While details of the production are still emerging, the official listing positions it as a tentpole live appearance, significant from a biographical standpoint because Dolly has largely moved away from regular touring. A high profile Las Vegas show signals a pivot toward curated, legacy affirming live experiences rather than the grind of the road, reinforcing her status as an icon who can command destination events on her own terms. On the philanthropic front, Dolly Partons Imagination Library continues to generate fresh coverage, particularly in the United Kingdom. The official Imagination Library site is currently highlighting how the program is helping UK public libraries thrive, emphasizing that regular free books for children are pulling families into local libraries and strengthening community literacy efforts. That sort of sustained, global reach suggests the Imagination Library may ultimately become as central to her life story as her music, framing Dolly not only as a country legend but as one of the most consequential literacy advocates of her era. In the personal realm, American Songwriter recently revisited her 60 year love story with her late husband Carl Dean, noting that he died in March 2025 at age 82 and that Dolly has said she believes he is waiting for her and has no plans to remarry. That reflection, amplified again in the last few days by anniversary coverage, adds emotional context to this phase of her biography: Dolly is a widow honoring a private, six decade marriage while very publicly broadening her cultural and business footprint. No major scandals, health crises, or verified social media controversies involving Dolly Parton have surfaced in reputable outlets in the past 24 hours. Any online chatter about surprise tours, new full length studio albums, or drastic career shifts remains speculative and unconfirmed; until Dolly or her official channels announce otherwise, those rumors should be treated as fan wish lists, not facts. Thank you for listening, and be sure to subscribe so you never miss an update on Dolly Parton, and search the term Biography Flash for more great biographies. Thanks for listening. This has been a Quiet Please production. Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

This week we welcome five-time Grammy nominated, Golden Globe nominated, Songwriters Hall of Famer, producer, and musician, Linda Perry to SHEROES. Linda's storied three decade career launched in 1992 with her band 4 Non Blondes, followed by two solo albums, and two-plus decades of writing and producing some of the biggest names in music including Dolly Parton, Gwen Stefani, P!nk, Adele, Alicia Keys, Christina Aguilera, and many more. A new documentary film by Don Hardy called Let It Die Here was captured over a recent turbulent four year period, and inspired the songs that became Linda's first solo album in 27 years - also titled, Let It Die Here. In this in depth conversation, Linda tells us about the film, the album, parenthood, and her organization, EqualizeHer.

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (June 4, 2026) – A new partnership at Golisano Children's at UK will help put books directly into the hands of Kentucky children and families. On this episode of Behind the Blue, host Kody Kiser talks with Kelsey Rahenkamp of Golisano Children's at UK, Lindsey Westerfield of Dolly Parton's Imagination Library of Kentucky and Dr. Anna Thamann, a neonatal neurologist at UK HealthCare, about the hospital becoming an official enrollment location for Dolly Parton's Imagination Library.  Through the partnership, families coming through Golisano Children's at UK can enroll children under age 5 in the program and receive their first book before they leave. Children enrolled in Imagination Library receive a free, high-quality, age-appropriate book in the mail each month until they turn 5, at no cost to families.  Rahenkamp explains that families do not have to be patients to sign up. Patients, siblings, visitors, grandparents and others can enroll eligible children while at the hospital by scanning posted QR codes or visiting the pediatric education center for help with enrollment and to receive the first book.  The episode also explores the broader impact of early literacy. Westerfield discusses the history and statewide reach of Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, which is now available in every county in Kentucky. She also shares research showing that children enrolled in the program are more likely to be read to regularly and more likely to demonstrate early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills.  Thamann explains what happens in a child's brain during the first months and years of life, and why reading, talking and shared time with parents and caregivers can support language development, bonding and emotional connection. She describes parents, teachers and caregivers as "brain changers," helping shape early development through simple, everyday interactions.  Together, the guests discuss why a children's hospital is a natural partner for a literacy program and how access to books can support the whole child, from physical health to development, confidence and long-term success. To learn more about Dolly Parton's Imagination Library of Kentucky or to enroll a child, visit imaginationlibrary.com. 'Behind the Blue' is available via a variety of podcast providers, including Apple Podcasts, YouTube and Spotify. Subscribe to receive new episodes each week, featuring UK's latest medical breakthroughs, research, artists, writers and the most important news impacting the university. 'Behind the Blue' is a production of the University of Kentucky. Transcripts for most episodes are now embedded in the audio file and can be accessed in many podcast apps during playback. Transcripts for older episodes remain available on the show's blog page.  To discover how the University of Kentucky is advancing our Commonwealth, click here. This interview has been edited for time and clarity.

INTRO (00:00): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Preds Beer from Jackelope Brewing Company in Nashville.    TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”   TASTING MENU (3:37): Kathleen samples Pringles Limited Edition Hawaiian BBQ Chips, Red Star Platinum Dill Pickle Cashews, and Doritos “Late Night” Loaded Taco chips.    QUEEN NEWS (18:26): Kathleen shares that Cher teased a new project on Twitter, Dolly Parton's SongTeller Hotel opening is delayed but her Tennessee Travel Stop is opening at the end of June, and Taylor Swift has a new song being released on Toy Story 5.    HOLLYWOOD HAPPENINGS (22:14): HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood.   UPDATES (35:04): Kathleen shares updates on Washington DC's new Sphere, a Kentucky man rejected $8M from a company wanting to buy his family land for a data center, and the first missing scientist is found dead a year after vanishing.    HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (47:09): Kathleen reads about 72-million-year-old dinosaur eggs found in a time capsule.    WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (1:29:55): Kathleen recommends watching “Dutton Ranch” on Paramount+.   SPORTS NEWS (53:14): Kathleen reports on the 2026 NBA Finals tickets setting historical pricing records, and the US Open Tennis ticket release opens to record prices and demand.    FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (56:46): Kathleen shares articles on Paris's Musee d'Orsay opening a gallery dedicated to unclaimed works stolen by Nazis, Gen Z'ers are preferring low or no-alcohol drinks, the Pope adopts the 6-7 craze, France bans nicotine pouches, Liza Minelli's 80th birthday bash will take place at Carnegie Hall, a 39-year-old conductor has become the first female music director of the San Francisco symphony, and Dutch scientists reach out to help New Orleans levees from failing.    TOURON NEWS (1:00:36): In “moronic tourist” news, Kathleen shares that the new owner of Epstein Island is having issues with social media influencers attempting to enter the property.    SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK (1:23:30): The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “este es un hotel precioso” or “this is a beautiful hotel” in English.    SAINT OF THE WEEK (1:31:47): Kathleen reads about Saint Lidwena, patron saint of figure skaters and chronic pain.    FEEL GOOD STORY (1:25:10): Kathleen shares that sloths are no longer endangered, and a cat named Creme Puff lived 38 years on a diet of bacon and coffee. 

My guests on the podcast this week have an astonishing 24 Grammy awards between them and they represent two musical world I love - the first is bluegrass and string band music and the second is opera.Renée Fleming and Béla Fleck join me to chat about their wonderful new collaboration The Fiddle and the Drum, a project which explores Renée's long-held love of American folk and Appalachian music. The album includes guest appearances from several musicians from in and around the string band world, including Dolly Parton, Vince Gill, Jerry Douglas, Aoife O'Donovan, Sierra Hull and Sarah Jarosz.We chat about the role folk music played in Renée's upbringing, the similarities and differences between roots music and the classical world, how the record came together, why folk songs are so powerful and what it means to be an eclectic artist over the course of a long career (plus much more).This was a wonderful conversation to get to be part of. Thanks to Renée and Béla for taking the time to chat and particular thanks to Collin Citron for helping make this happen.You can find out more about the project and order copies of the record at reneefleming.com, along with info on live dates for The Fiddle and the Drum and the project Renée mentions, Music and the Mind You'll find info on Béla at www.belafleck.com, including BEATrio and the collaborations with Toumani Diabaté, Zakir Hussain and Chick Corea mentioned in the episode. Support the show===Thanks to Bryan Sutton for his wonderful theme tune to Bluegrass Jam Along (and to Justin Moses for playing the fiddle!)Bluegrass Jam Along is proud to be sponsored by Collings Guitars and Mandolins and Token premium guitar picks- Sign up to get updates on new episodes - Free fiddle tune chord sheets- Here's a list of all the Bluegrass Jam Along interviews- Follow Bluegrass Jam Along for regular updates:InstagramFacebook- Review us on Apple Podcasts

In this edition of The Zeits They Are A Trendiing, Jack and Miles discuss the death of Trump's "Goon Slush Fund", Joe Rogan coming to '60 Minutes'?, an update on Trump's Iran peace deal, Zohran Mamdani repealing bedtime for kids, Missouri vs Dolly Parton and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When a visit to a memory care facility turns into a brainstorming session for the ultimate Gen X Retirement Home "in the year of our lord Dolly Parton 2026"... This week on Laugh Lines, Penn and I reflect on a visit with his mom and find ourselves imagining a future filled with Oregon Trail reenactments, Running Man lessons, prank calls, and Pantera during music hour. We talk about the surprising connection between music and memory, why laughter and grief often show up together, and what we'd want waiting for us in our own retirement community.We also dive into a conversation about aging after someone on the internet suggested my eyebrows needed help. That leads to a bigger discussion about beauty standards, the pressure women feel to age "correctly," and why it's so hard to stop caring what other people think. We also explore women supporting women, the loneliness epidemic among men, and what healthy community and connection might look like for all of us. Plus a walk down memory lane with Mr. Microphone, if we should do a psychic podcast, and more Gen X nostalgia. Laugh Liners, don't forget your homework assignments! We love to hear from you! Leave us a message at 323-364-3929 or write the show at podcast@theholdernessfamily.com. You can also watch our podcast on YouTube.Pre-order Get It Done & Have FunVisit Our ShopJoin Our NewsletterFind us on SubstackFollow us on InstagramFollow us on TikTokFollow us on FacebookLaugh Lines with Kim & Penn Holderness is an evolution of The Holderness Family Podcast, which began in 2018. Kim and Penn Holderness are award-winning online content creators known for their original music, song parodies, comedy sketches, and weekly podcasts. Their videos have resulted in over three billion views and over nine million followers since 2013. Penn and Kim are also authors of the New York Times Bestselling Books, ADHD Is Awesome: A Guide To (Mostly) Thriving With ADHD and All You Can Be With ADHD. They were also winners on The Amazing Race (Season 33) on CBS. Laugh Lines is hosted and executive produced by Kim Holderness and Penn Holderness, with original music by Penn Holderness. Laugh Lines is also written and produced by Ann Marie Taepke, and edited and produced by Sam Allen. It is hosted by Acast. Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ashland Craft joins The Brothers Hunt on this week's episode of God's Country for one of the most honest and hilarious conversations we've had in a while. From growing up in South Carolina and singing in church, to getting rejected by The Voice twice before finally making the Top 10, Ashland shares the story behind her journey to Nashville and becoming one of country music's most respected voices. The crew dives into life on the road, tour bus breakdowns, shady promoters, childhood adventures, family, parenting, Dolly Parton, and what it really takes to build a career in country music. Plus, plenty of laughs, road stories, and classic God's Country chaos along the way. Subscribe for new episodes every week featuring the biggest names in country music, songwriting, hunting, fishing, and the outdoors. TBH INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebrothershunt/ TBH FACEBOOK: TBHhttps://www.facebook.com/thebrothershunt/ GCP FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/godscountrypodcast GCP INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thegodscountrypodcast/ TBH/ GCP TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@brothershunt?lang=en TBH MERCH: https://the-brothers-hunt.myshopify.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Looking for daily inspiration?  Get a quote from the top leaders in the industry in your inbox every morning.   Paul Couch is the Creative Producer of PTC Stages. Over the course of a decades-long career in entertainment, Paul built a remarkable path through theme parks, concert venues, theater management, and higher education. Beginning as a singer inspired by live performance, he worked at parks including Kings Island, Opryland USA, and Dollywood while also helping lead entertainment operations at the historic Ryman Auditorium. Along the way, he produced concerts, managed festivals, developed theatrical productions, and later became an Assistant Professor at Middle Tennessee State University. In this interview, Paul talks about theme park career stories, entertainment as the human experience, and working with Dolly. Theme park career stories “Working at King's Island that summer was the best job of my life.” Paul shares a fascinating career journey that began with a desire to become a professional singer after being inspired by a live Neil Diamond album as a teenager. That passion eventually led him into the theme park industry when he was hired to perform at Kings Island, where he unexpectedly found himself immersed in country music and theme park entertainment. That experience introduced him to a larger world of live entertainment production and sparked his interest in building a career beyond performing alone. From there, Paul worked his way through Nashville's entertainment scene, balancing music industry jobs with carpentry work before deciding to pursue live show production full time. Networking played a critical role in helping him transition into management at Opryland, where he developed a reputation for getting things done and eventually became deeply involved in concerts, Halloween festivals, and large-scale entertainment operations. His career later expanded to the Ryman Auditorium, where he helped guide concerts and theatrical productions during a transformative period for downtown Nashville before ultimately joining Dollywood's entertainment leadership team. Entertainment as the human experience “Entertainment has a big footprint, not just as a business, but as part of the human experience.” Paul offers a thoughtful perspective on why entertainment matters so deeply within theme parks and beyond. He explains that gathering together for shared experiences is fundamentally part of being human, pointing to the ancient Greek Theater of Dionysus as evidence that people have always sought communal entertainment experiences. For Paul, theme parks are not simply offering rides and attractions. They are creating opportunities for emotional connection and collective experiences that guests actively crave. He also discusses the evolving role of technology in entertainment and how guest expectations continue to rise. Modern audiences expect sophisticated lighting, sound, video, and production value, and parks that successfully balance those advancements with manageable operating costs will be positioned well for the future. Paul believes entertainment remains essential because it fulfills something deeply rooted in human nature, which is why live concerts, productions, and immersive experiences continue to grow in popularity across the industry. Working with Dolly “She is the person that you hope she is.” When discussing his experience working with Dolly Parton, Paul describes her as authentic, professional, and deeply collaborative. He explains that while working with someone of Dolly's stature was initially intimidating, their relationship evolved over time into a friendship built on trust and mutual respect. He credits her with maintaining incredibly high standards for the entertainment experiences connected to her name while also remaining approachable and generous in the creative process. Paul also shares insight into their collaboration on Dolly Parton's Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol, a musical that premiered in Boston before touring internationally and across the United States. He emphasizes that Dolly values equal collaboration and genuinely wants to hear ideas from her creative partners. That openness, combined with her professionalism and kindness, helped create an environment where everyone involved could feel proud of the final product and invested in the work they created together.   Paul can be reached on LinkedIn, as well as by email at ptcstages@gmail.com. To learn more about PTC Stages, visit www.ptcstages.com. This podcast wouldn't be possible without the incredible work of our faaaaaantastic team: Scheduling and correspondence by Kristen Karaliunas   To connect with AttractionPros: AttractionPros.com AttractionPros@gmail.com AttractionPros on Facebook AttractionPros on LinkedIn AttractionPros on Instagram AttractionPros on Twitter (X)

Hello and welcome back to another episode of B Bin Horror! On this week's episode we talk about the 2025 Horror/Slasher, Dolly! Dolly was directed by Rob Blackhurst and written by Blackhurst and Brandon Weavil. The film stars Max the Impaler, Seann William Scott, Fabianne Therese and Ethan Suplee. On this week's episode we discuss the film and compare Dolly to movies like The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, we come up with our own fan fiction for Dolly and Chase and we also talk about a Dolly Parton theory. If you like what you hear please follow us on Instagram and Facebook @bbinhorror. You can also send us emails at bbinhorror@gmail.com and please don't forget to subscribe to B Bin Horror on whatever podcast platform you listen on!*B Bin Horror theme music - "Uprising" by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio*

Here is PART II of my conversation with one of Nashville's rising talents, Dan Harrison!We talk more about his music, his songwriting and professional opportunities - and how he balances it all while trying to focus on self care and time with friends & family.Dan co-wrote the NEW Belles hit single "Son of Jolene," an imaginative sequel to Dolly Parton's 1974 classic "Jolene."DOWNLOAD the song on Spotify and all music platforms.Having first appeared in 2023 on Ep. 9 and again in 2024 on Ep. 48 - Dan returns to talk about the origins of this song, his friendship with Belles and co-writer Tyler Bank; his single and video "Night in the Life" and MORE!Dan was recently named to Nashville Briefing's "25 Songwriters You Need to Know" presented by ASCAP:https://thenashvillebriefing.com/the-nashville-briefing/25-songwriters-2026FULL video episode on YouTube.Follow Dan Harrison on:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjCySPkD-2Tq85uCIvtuwxwInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/danharrisonmusic/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DanHarrisonMusic/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@danharrisonmusicTHANK YOU for listening & subscribing to the Dan Time podcast - wherever you enjoy podcasts. Please leave a star rating or review! Follow the show:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dan-time/id1701360404https://open.spotify.com/show/7rFdMmqDzz8GQ8zIIDQce4?si=4f199dc2d6ca4748https://www.instagram.com/dantimepod/https://www.facebook.com/dantimepodcast/https://www.youtube.com/@DanTimePoddantimepod@gmail.com

Grab your Tickets to the IPO Tour: Our In-Person OfferingSan Francisco 9/23: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1C0064AFB5F688BDBoston 10/14 (21+): https://tickets.citywinery.com/event/tboy-the-ipo-tour-in-person-offering-8cdhupSeattle 11/4 (21+): https://www.axs.com/events/1446394/the-best-one-yet-ticketsDolly Parton's next business venture is a gas station… with a concert hall.Oura Ring filed to IPO with its lightest ring ever… but will it hit the Wall of Over-Optimizing?Instagram's $4/mo subscription is live… but it doesn't include the #1 feature you want.Plus, the biggest new divide in America ain't Coke vs Pepsi… It's Diet Coke vs Coke Zero.$KO $PEP $METANEWSLETTER:https://tboypod.com/newsletter OUR 2ND SHOW:Want more business storytelling from us? Check our weekly deepdive show, The Best Idea Yet: The untold origin story of the products you're obsessed with. Listen for free to The Best Idea Yet: https://wondery.com/links/the-best-idea-yet/NEW LISTENERSFill out our 2 minute survey: https://qualtricsxm88y5r986q.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dp1FDYiJgt6lHy6GET ON THE POD: Submit a shoutout or fact: https://tboypod.com/shoutouts SOCIALS:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tboypod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tboypodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tboypod Linkedin (Nick): https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolas-martell/Linkedin (Jack): https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-crivici-kramer/Anything else: https://tboypod.com/ About Us: The daily pop-biz news show making today's top stories your business. Formerly known as Robinhood Snacks, The Best One Yet is hosted by Jack Crivici-Kramer & Nick Martell. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As police drones take flight in Madison, Mayor Freddie O'Connell is defending their legality while others say they're in violation of city code. Contributor Nicole Williams lives within the drone radius, and she joins Marie Cecile Anderson and Whitney Pastorek to share her thoughts. Plus, could a new bill restricting data centers prevent someone from building one next to the zoo? And why is retiring Lt. Gov. Randy McNally still trying to control Sen. Charlane Oliver … while misspelling her name? Plus, good news about Dolly Parton's new travel stop, and our bonus segment Hell Naw takes on that rainy graduation ceremony down in Franklin. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 29th episode: Ancient Lore Village Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor. You'll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our City Cast Nashville newsletter.  Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

On this episode of Bounced From The Roadhouse:Special Guests in 4B:7 Year Old HikerBuckee'sDolly Parton's Gas StationLove It Or Leave It -Cody Johnson and Brother's Osborne - Fool Proof Drink Of The Summer Hot Hunks Brandon Murphy's Flashback Friday - Comfort ToyWorld War II Prom Frick SpelunkingThat's a Great Question"Dynamic" Pricing Motor Madness in Box Elder, SDQuestions? Comments? Leave us a message! 605-343-6161Don't forget to subscribe, leave us a review and some stars Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Lily Heidinger is a young country music sensation from Madison, Ohio. Her heartfelt lyrics and soulful voice are already capturing attention far beyond her hometown. With a guitar in her hand and a story to tell, Lily writes her own songs—honest, emotional, and rooted in the traditions of country storytelling with a fresh, modern edge.Inspired by legends like Dolly Parton, Kacey Musgraves and Ashley McBride, Lily began performing at local venues and festivals as a teenager, quickly earning a loyal following drawn to her raw talent and magnetic stage presence. Soon, Lily began to perform at more important events: as a featured performer at world renown guitar virtuoso Neil Zaza's “One Silent Night,” at the Goodyear Theater in Akron, OH, a Battle of the Bands competition at the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds (that she won!), opening for an Emily Ann Roberts' concert at the Beachland Ballroom in Cleveland and was recently nominated for Best Country Artist at the 2026 Cleveland Music Awards, while performing both at the awards show and as the headliner for the CMA Country Music Showcase at the Wild Eagle in downtown Cleveland.Her original music blends classic country themes with a Gen Z perspective, tackling love, growing up, and chasing dreams with unfiltered authenticity.Now, with her eyes set on Nashville, Lily is making the leap from hometown favorite to national name. As she heads to Music City, she carries with her a growing catalog of original songs, a work ethic shaped by small-town roots, and a voice the country world won't soon forget.Lily Heidinger is more than just a rising star—she's the real deal, and she's just getting started.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.

Summer is knocking at the door here in the Flathead Valley, and June is stacked with live music, art openings, cultural events, and free family fun. In this month's local events roundup, we're breaking down everything happening in Whitefish and Kalispell so you don't miss a single beat.This episode covers:Stumptown Get Down (June 6) — Balkan Bump headlines Whitefish's Depot Park with global electronic sounds, DJ Trayze, and local opener Dan DubuqueTab Benoit's Soul of the Swamp Tour (June 5) — Multi-Grammy nominee brings the bayou to the Wachholz College CenterBroadway star Capathia Jenkins live at the Whitefish Performing Arts Center (June 13)Whitefish Gallery Nights — First Thursdays all summer longWildfire Preparedness Forum at FVCC (June 9)Surfbat new album release show at the Palace Bar (June 12)Triple feature on June 18: Glacier Art Museum, NW Montana History Museum + Wachholz open house in Kalispell, AND country legend Pam Tillis at O'Shaughnessy Cultural Arts Center in WhitefishLevi Bloom live at Snowline Acres (June 24)14th Annual Whitefish Woody Weekend — FREE family event (June 26)Music of Dolly Parton, Whitefish Summer Concert Series (June 26)Use promo code MISO for a discount on Stumptown Get Down tickets at https://www.flatheadtickets.com/Whether you're a lifelong Flathead Valley local or new to Northwest Montana, this is your ultimate guide to the best things to do in June.Northwest Montana deserves strong news reporting. Your donation helps continue work like this possible. Learn more at dailyinterlake.com/support A big thank you to our headline sponsor for the News Now podcast, Loren's Auto Repair! They combine skill with integrity resulting in auto service & repair of the highest caliber. Discover them in Ashley Square Mall at 1309 Hwy 2 West in Kalispell Montana, or learn more at lorensauto.com.Visit DailyInterLake.com to stay up-to-date with the latest breaking news from the Flathead Valley and beyond. Support local journalism and please consider subscribing to us. Watch this podcast and more on our YouTube Channel. And follow us on Facebook, Instagram and X. Got a news tip, want to place an ad, or sponsor this podcast? Contact us! Subscribe to all our other DIL pods! Keep up with northwest Montana sports on Keeping Score, dig into stories with Deep Dive, and jam out to local musicians with Press Play.

Costco shoppers should not expect to see anything from tariff refunds, Dolly Parton is ready to gas up, and Target is being sued for its yogurt-flavored claim. 

In this episode, Travis and producer Eric go completely off the rails—in the best way possible—while unpacking the business genius of Dolly Parton. What starts as a conversation about the Country Music Hall of Fame turns into a fascinating breakdown of ownership, publishing rights, long-term thinking, and why saying “no” to Elvis Presley may have been one of the smartest financial decisions in entertainment history. Along the way, they discuss celebrity leverage, podcast growth, plateauing in business, and the value of building something you actually own. On this episode we talk about: Dolly Parton turning down Elvis Presley over publishing rights The long-term value of owning your intellectual property How one business decision created generational wealth The difference between short-term opportunities and long-term ownership Podcast growth, celebrity interviews, and building sustainable momentum Top 3 Takeaways Ownership matters more than hype. Dolly Parton's refusal to give up publishing rights became a decision that paid her for decades. Big opportunities aren't always the right opportunities if they require giving away too much control. Success often grows in plateaus and jumps—consistency and long-term thinking matter more than overnight wins. Notable Quotes “These are my songs. They're like my children. I expect them to support me when I'm old.” “Doors open, but whether you walk through them or not is up to you.” “One hit does not make the career.” Connect with Travis Chappell: Instagram: https://instagram.com/travischappell Website: https://travischappell.com A Word from Our Sponsors: - Are you ready to start your own creatorjourney and make it big? Visitwww.fanvue.com today and launch yourcareer!- To learn more about Mode Mobile and its investor community, go tohttps://invest.modemobile.com/travismakesmoney-Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency.Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform.Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Bob Nolan, SVP of Growth Science at Conagra Brands. Conagra's portfolio of iconic and emerging food brands continues to evolve to offer contemporary choices for every occasion. Follow Bob on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-nolan-938b726/Follow Conagra Brands online at: https://www.conagrabrands.com/Bob answers these questions:What was the "breaking point" where you realized that asking consumers what they wanted was actually leading the company toward failed launches?In the context of your CAGNY 2026 presentation, how do you define the "Validation Trap," and why is it so dangerous for legacy CPG brands today?One of your biggest wins was identifying the "Bowl" trend (Healthy Choice Power Bowls) via behavioral data while the rest of the industry was still testing "Trays." How would traditional validation have killed that multi-million dollar insight?If you've cut traditional testing to zero, how do you now "pre-flight" a major innovation like the Rebel Roots Tallow Sticks or the Dolly Parton line without the safety net of a focus group?How does AI-driven "Demand Science" replace the human element of traditional market research? At CAGNY, you spoke about demand science as a key growth driver. How does moving away from "validation" allow Conagra to be more "provocative" and take risks that traditional research would have deemed "too polarizing"?You use data from Whole Foods and Sprouts to predict what will happen in Kroger and Walmart two years later. Is the "Natural Channel" your new version of a test market, and how does that data-flow work?You've positioned Conagra as a beneficiary of GLP-1 drugs rather than a victim. How did behavioral science—rather than consumer surveys—help you realize that these users aren't eating less of everything, but are actually pivoting toward specific nutrient-dense frozen options?Validation takes months; social trends move in days. How has the "Death of Validation" increased your speed-to-market? Can you give us an example of an "idea-to-shelf" timeline that would have been impossible under the old model?For the Brand Managers out there who are still terrified to launch a product without a "Green Score" from a testing agency, what is your message to them about the risk of not evolving past validation?CPG Guys Website: http://CPGguys.comFMCG Guys Website: http://FMCGguys.comSheCOMMERCE Website: https://shecommercepodcast.com/Rhea Raj's Website: http://rhearaj.comLara Raj in Katseye: https://www.katseye.world/DISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast episode is provided for general informational purposes only. By listening to our episode, you understand that no information contained in this episode should be construed as advice from CPGGUYS, LLC or the individual author, hosts, or guests, nor is it intended to be a substitute for research on any subject matter. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by CPGGUYS, LLC. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. CPGGUYS LLC expressly disclaims any and all liability or responsibility for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential or other damages arising out of any individual's use of, reference to, or inability to use this podcast or the information we presented in this podcast.

This is dark money hiding in plain sight. Tess revisits the twisted reality of those strange ads  the in one of her favorite vault episodes.  There's something unsettling about those “Pass It On” billboards that feature celebrities like Dolly Parton, Whoopi Goldberg, and William Shatner. These ads don't seem to be selling anything except abstractly positive concepts like perseverance and resilience. But what's really going on here? Investigative journalist and pop culture junkie uncovers the dark truth behind these seemingly banal signs.  Featuring Judd Legum of the Popular Information newsletter.  Follow Pop Mystery Pod on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok @popmysterypod  Pop Mystery Pod is written and produced by Tess Barker @tesstifybarker. Produced by Tyler Hill. Theme song by Rick Wood @Rickw00d. Support independent pop journalism and join us on Patreon at Pop Mystery Pod. Get access to ad free episodes, bonus content, and polls about upcoming topics. patreon.com/PopMysteryPod Follow Tess's other podcasts Lady to Lady and Toxic wherever you get your pods.  Make sure to leave us a review! And tell a friend about the show!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June and Jessica try some Gen X anger on for size. Plus we send our thoughts and prayers to the one and only Dolly Parton, and we unequivocally say “no” to boutique hotels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

INTRO (00:24): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Peace, Love & Hoppiness West Coast Pale Ale from Big Dog's Brewing Company in Las Vegas. She reviews her weekend in Vegas, playing golf and gambling at The Venetian with her friend Ron White and seeing No Doubt live at the Sphere with HollyBobby.    TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”   TASTING MENU (1:28): Kathleen samples Hearst Ranch Beef Jerky, Hadley Fruit Orchards Hot Cheese Puffs, and Lay's Limited Edition Argentinian-Style Steak Chimichurri Chips.    QUEEN NEWS (12:12): Kathleen shares that Taylor Swift is helping Artists make millions in the Spotify stock sale, Post Malone cancels a few more shows, and Dolly Parton's Dollywood is dethroned from its top spot by Tripadvisor.    HOLLYWOOD HAPPENINGS (24:44): HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood.   SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK (1:37:14): The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “dónde está el baño” or “where is the bathroom” in English.    UPDATES (36:53): Kathleen shares updates on advanced bookings for World Cup hotels, and Delta Airlines is eliminating free snacks on flights under 350 miles.   SPORTS NEWS (52:26): Kathleen reports on the Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews making a notable first, and foreign soccer fans appear to be ditching the 2026 World Cup.   HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (45:52): Kathleen reads about the swamp-dwelling “fishing cats” with webbed feet recently spotted on a trail cam in Southeast Asia.    FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (59:34): Kathleen shares articles on American's best City Park in 2026, Walmart Target & Costco are eliminating self-checkout lanes, a study proves that Big Data Centers are becoming an increasingly high drain on national energy, Stanley Tools ceases operations after 180 years, Ted Turner dies at age 87, Spanish nuns help save rare giant rabbit population, Utah fights hyperscale data center plans, and a federal investigation has been opened regarding missing scientists.    SAINT OF THE WEEK (1:34:22): Kathleen reads about Saint Kateri Tekakwitha, patron saint of the environment, ecology, and Canada.    FEEL GOOD STORY (1:35:44): Kathleen shares a story about the “7-Eleven Baby.”   

Tom was an integral member of the Greenwich Village early '60s folk scene (playing originals regularly before Bob Dylan did). His tunes have been covered by Dylan, Pete Seeger, Joan Baez, Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Dolly Parton, Harry Belafonte, and many others. He received a lifetime achievement Grammy in 2009. We talk about "Rebel Gal" from Together Again (2026) (a collaborative album with John McCutcheon), "If the Poor Don't Matter" from Redemption Road (2015), "Mr. Blue" from Morning Again (1968), and "The Death of Stephen Biko" (with Anne Hills and Bob Gibson) from Best of Friends (live in 1984, released in 2004; the song was originally recorded for Heroes, 1978). Intro: "I Can't Help But Wonder Where I'm Bound" from Rambin' Boy (1964). More at tompaxton.com. Hear more Nakedly Examined Music at nakedlyexaminedmusic.com. Support us at patreon.com/nakedlyexaminedmusic.

INTRO (00:00): Kathleen opens the show drinking a 40 Gator Strong Lager from Abita Brewing Company. She reviews her weekend at the Beau Rivage in Biloxi, eating chargrilled oysters and playing golf in the Swamp with her friend Ron White.    TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”   TASTING MENU (0:57): Kathleen samples J. Lee's Spicy Pork Rinds, Zapp's Bayou Blackened Ranch chips, and Giants “Big Easy” seasoned sunflower seeds.    QUEEN NEWS (38:58): Kathleen shares that Dolly Parton has provided an update on her health, Post Malone cancelled the first month of his Big Ass Stadium Tour, and Stevie Nicks played a surprise set at the Met Gala.   HOLLYWOOD HAPPENINGS (16:12): HollyBobby provides the latest news in Hollywood.   SPANISH PHRASE OF THE WEEK (1:32:46): The Spanish phrase to learn this week is “a qué hora empieza la música? or “what time does the music start” in English.    UPDATES (46:50): Kathleen shares updates on Pablo Escobar's cocaine hippos, Red Lobster's Endless Shrimp promotion is back, Starbucks CEO defends $9 coffee “experience,” and Bill Belichick resurfaces at the Kentucky Derby.    SPORTS NEWS (57:20): Golden Tempo's trainer Cherie DeVaux makes history as the first female trainer to win the Kentucky Derby.    HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (1:00:46): Kathleen reads about the discovery of the Ark of the Covenant's final resting place outside of Jerusalem.    FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (1:04:35): Kathleen shares articles on Southwest's “Sip and Ship” program, a cruise ship suffers a hantavirus outbreak, Bigfoot sightings are on the rise in Ohio, a rare split-colored lobster is caught near Cape Cod, cougars are no longer locally extinct in Minnesota, the DOJ is bringing back firing squads in federal executions, Banksy puts up a statue in London, and teens start “storm running” in the Times Square Scientology Center.   SAINT OF THE WEEK (1:40:12 ): Kathleen reads about Saint Cecilia of Rome, patron saint of musicians.    FEEL GOOD STORY (1:30:04): Kathleen shares a story about 1,500 beagles being released from a Wisconsin dog breeding and research facility, and an 82-year-old woman finishes the 2026 Boston Marathon.