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Send us a textYou name it in music, chances are, Brent has done it!! From 7 Grammy Award winning records, Awards from CMA,ACM,CCMA,ASCAP,SOCAN and NSAI.From Ike & Tina's "Proud Mary", The 5th Diminson"s "Age of Aquarius" to discovering The Judds and producing all Ten of their albums, writing many of their hit songs!! Now with a new project, "Night of The Orphan Train",y'all need to check it out and watch for the book signing tour!! Give a listen as we talk about music and how it all came to be!!www.morainemusic.comA Musical NovelNight of the Orphan TrainBarnes&Nobleand where ever you get books, paper or audioSupport the showThe David Bradley ShowHost: David Bradleyhttps://www.facebook.com/100087472238854https://youtube.com/@thedavidbradleyshowwww.thedavidbradleyshow.com Like to be a guestContact Us david@thedavidbradleyshow.comRecorded at Bradley StudiosProduced by: Caitlin BackesProud CMA MemberSPONSERS Purity Dairy Viation AV/ IT DKDproductions
Todd Cooper has spent the past 35 years as an accomplished Singer, Songwriter, and Saxophonist. His career has unfolded into a versatile journey through the LA, New York and Nashville music scenes. He has toured extensively, singing, playing saxophone and composing for various artists, from Pop to Rock, Folk to Country, and everything in between. Todd spends much of his time writing, recording and playing and once again resides in Nashville, Tennessee. He has played with The Alan Parsons Live Project since 2010. Todd has also worked with Michael McDonald, David Foster, Jack Ingram, Radney Foster, Big and Rich, Michael W. Smith, Randy Rogers, Billy Falcon, The Judds, Tinmen, Nathan Lee, Michael English, Kim Boyce, Roger Kreiger, Carman, Fleming & John and many more.https://toddcoopermusic.com/https://youtu.be/vGTSgvgxYfohttps://alanparsons.com/pages/todd-cooper-saxophone-vocalsTheme song: “Hollywood Faded' by Luna Halo@treymitchellphotography @feeding_the_senses_unsensoredfacebook.com/profile.php?id=100074368084848www.threads.net/@treymitchellphotographyftsunashville@gmail.com
In this episode of Gangland Wire, Mafia Genealogist Justin Cascio joins Intelligence Unit detective Gary Jenkins to explore one of the most remarkable—and overlooked—figures of the Prohibition era: Pasqualina Albano Siniscalchi, the so-called Bootleg Queen of Springfield, Massachusetts. At the dawn of Prohibition in 1921, Pasqualina was a young widow living in Springfield's South End when she inherited her late husband's powerful bootlegging operation—one of the largest in western Massachusetts. Rather than step aside, she took control. Pasqualina ruled a crew of toughs and bootleggers, oversaw liquor distribution, and launched a relentless campaign of vengeance against rivals who challenged her authority. Newspapers dubbed her The Bootleg Queen, but her fight went far beyond rival gangs. She clashed with lawmakers, battled competing bootleggers, and even faced resistance from within her own family—all while operating in service of a secret society that would never fully accept her because she was a woman. Her story exposes the contradictions of organized crime: loyalty demanded without equality, power wielded without recognition. Cascio draws from years of meticulous research and family histories to bring Pasqualina's story to life, revealing her pivotal role in early Mafia expansion in New England and the hidden influence women could wield behind the scenes. His book, Pasqualina: The True Story of the Bootleg Queen of Springfield, challenges long-held assumptions about gender, power, and the Mafia during Prohibition. If you're interested in Prohibition-era crime, New England Mafia history, or the untold stories of women who shaped organized crime from the shadows, this episode is one you won't want to miss. Learn more about Justin and his work on Mafia Geneology by clicking this sentence. Get Justin’s book, Pasqualina: The Bootleg Queen of Springfield, Massachusetts Listen now on Gangland Wire — available on all major podcast platforms and YouTube. 0:02 Introduction to Mafia Genealogy 1:16 Pasqualina Albano’s Story 2:30 Family Reunion Revelations 4:56 The Impact of Prohibition 7:45 Prejudice and Organized Crime 10:50 Connecting the Genovese Family 12:34 Views from Sicily 13:50 Cultural Differences in Dress 16:37 Encounters with Modern Gangsters 18:36 Gina’s Documentary and Art 23:53 The Romance of the Gangster 27:24 The Nature of Risk 28:46 The Evolution of Organized Crime 33:16 Closing Thoughts and Future Plans Hit me up on Venmo for a cup of coffee or a shot and a beer @ganglandwire Click here to “buy me a cup of coffee” Subscribe to the website for weekly notifications about updates and other Mob information. To go to the store or make a donation or rent Ballot Theft: Burglary, Murder, Coverup, click here To rent ‘Brothers against Brothers’ or ‘Gangland Wire,’ the documentaries click here. To purchase one of my books, click here. Transcript [0:00] Hey, all you wiretappers. Good to be back here in the studio of Gangland Wire. I’ve got on tap here a repeat guest. He’s been on before. I had a little technical glitch this morning with the internet, and I had to scurry around and do something different. I totally forgot about what I was going to talk about with Justin, but I knew Justin’s been on there before. I knew he does mafia genealogy, and I knew he knows his stuff, and so he doesn’t really need a lot of help from me. So this is Justin Cascio from the website and some books, some mafia genealogies. Welcome, Justin. Thanks so much, Gary. Great to be here. Really. And you’re from the Springfield, Massachusetts area. And so that’s been some of your emphasis has been on that area. But you’ve done a lot of other mob genealogy, correct? Yes. On my website, on mafiagenealogy.com, I write about a whole lot of different places that the mafia has been in the United States. In fact, coming up, I’m going to be writing about Kansas City. But for the last 25 years or so, I’ve lived in New England. I live about 20 miles away from Springfield, Massachusetts, which if you’ve heard of Anthony Aralata or Bruno or the Shabelli brothers, then you know the Springfield crew of the Genovese crime family. [1:12] And I’ve been following them pretty closely since I’ve lived here. A few years ago, I got into the story of Pasqualina Albano, who was a bootlegger in Springfield during Prohibition. [1:25] That’s what my new book is about. Yeah. Oh, that’s a new book, right? I’m sorry. I didn’t pick up real quick there. And she’s done a documentary recently that hasn’t been seen by very many people. And they really, she was a woman. They do use the A at the end. Those of us that know about romance languages would know as probably a woman, but she’s a woman. And she was running a certain segment of bootlegging back during the 30s and late 20s, exactly when it was, which is really unusual. She must have been a powerful individual. I think that she was a very remarkable person, so I couldn’t find out enough about her. I really needed to understand how it was possible that somebody who the Mafia would never have accepted as a member allowed her to lead this crew for so long, even into the years when it was associated with Vito Genovese and that crime family. Yeah. Don’t you imagine it was, she must have been making money for them. [2:24] She was making money for her family, for sure. Got a few people probably pretty comfortable, yeah. [2:30] So that family, you went to a family reunion recently and learned quite a little bit. You want to tell your experiences about that? Yes. So, Pasqualea Albano, that bootlegger, has a nephew who is now 101 years old. His name is Mario Fiore. And when he turned 100, I was invited to his birthday party. And it was an enormous scene. It was tremendous. In fact, it’s a cliche, but the opening scene of The Godfather, if you imagine that wedding scene, it’s what it looks like. There’s a guy singing live on a PA system. There’s a pizza oven parked over here. There’s kids in the pool. There’s so many people, so much food, and this great big lawn and incredible view. Just an amazing scene to be at. And I met so many different people who were in Mario’s family. I met people who came over from Italy to come celebrate his birthday and talked with them as much as I could. I have no Italian, by the way. So we did the best we could. But I also talked to her American relative. She has all these grand nieces and nephews, and nieces and nephews who are still living, who were at this party and told me stories and drew little family trees for me. And what I was able to get a real good sense of is how the family feels about this legacy. Because not just Pasqualina, who was in organized crime, so many of her relatives were involved as well and continued to be up until the 80s, at least. [4:00] So the name, was it Albano? Was it got on in the modern times? The last name, was it still Albano? Was there another name? There are a few. Let’s see. I want some more modern names. There’s Mario Fiore. So he is one of her nephews. And then there’s Rex Cunningham Jr., who is one of her grandnephews. There’s the Sentinellos. So Jimmy Sentinello, who owns the Mardi Gras, or he did anyway. It’s a nude club, you know, a gentleman’s club, as they say. A gentleman’s club. We use that term loosely. Oh, boy, do we? Another old term that I picked up from the newspapers that I just love and like to bring back is sporting figure. Yeah, even sporting man. They don’t play sports. They’re not athletes. They’re sporting figures. I know. I heard that when I was a kid. Somebody was a sporting man. Yep. [4:57] This has been a family tradition. It’s something that has been passed down through the generations, and it’s something that I talk about in the book. But mostly what I’m focused on in the plot of the story is about Pasqualea’s time during Prohibition when this gang was turning into something bigger, turning into a part of this American mafia. Yeah. Interesting. And so tell us a little bit about how that developed. You had a Genovese family that moved in and she got hooked up with them. How did that develop? Yeah. More end of modern times. Early on, so 1920, beginning of Prohibition, Pasqualea Albana was newly married to this sporting figure, we’ll call him, Carlo Sinascocci. And I’m probably pronouncing that last name as wrong as well. He also came from a family of notable people who were involved in organized crime, getting into scrapes in Little Italy, New York City. There’s a whole separate side story about his cousins and all the things that they were getting into before Carlo even got on the scene. So by the time he arrived in New York City, he had a bit of a reputation preceding him because of these relatives of his. [6:06] And Pascalina was a young woman in Springfield. And the first question I even had writing about her is, how did she meet this guy? He was a Brooklyn saloon keeper. She was the daughter of a grocer in Springfield, three and a half hours away on the train. Like, why do they even know each other? And so trying to piece all that together, how that was reasonable for them to know one another and move in the same circles, and then for him to immediately, when he moved to Springfield, start picking up with vice because it was before Prohibition. So he was involved in gambling and police violence. And you could see some of the beginnings of the corruption already happening where he’s getting police protection before prohibition even begins. And then once it starts, he is the king of Water Street, which was the main drag of Little Italy. He was the guy you went to if you wanted to buy wholesale. [6:57] Justin, I have a question here. I was just discussing this with who’s half Italian, I guess, FBI agent that worked the mob here in Kansas City. We were talking about this, the prejudice that Italian people felt when they first got here, especially. And Bill’s about 90, and so he said his father told him. His father worked at a bank in New York, and he was told that with that last name, he had a different last name than Bill does. And with that last name, he said, you’re owning and go so high in the bank. And so talk a little bit about the prejudice that those early people felt. And that’s what drove people into the dark side, if you will, to make money. You had these bright guys that came over from Sicily looking for opportunity. And then us English and Irish Germans kept them out. [7:45] And so can you talk about that a little bit? Did they talk about any of that or have you looked into any of that? [7:52] I have. And it’s a theme that comes up again and again. Whenever I look at organized crime in any city, I’m seeing things like that ethnic succession of organized crime that you’re alluding to, how the Irish were controlling, say, the machine in Kansas City Hall or what have you. And they had that same kind of control over politics in other cities, too. And the way that they were getting a leg up and finally getting that first protection of their rackets was from outside of their ethnicity. It was Irish politicians protecting Italian criminals. And then eventually the Italians were getting naturalized where they were born here. And so then they move into politics themselves. [8:31] And that is one of the theories about how organized crime develops in American cities. It’s because you’re poor and ethnic and you’re closed out of other opportunities. And so the bright kids get channeled into organized crime where maybe in a better situation, they would have gone to college. Right. And then Prohibition came along, and there was such a huge amount of money that you can make in Prohibition. And it was illegal. That’s why you made money. But there was opportunity there for these young guys. Yes. And you really start to see a lot of new names in the papers after Prohibition begins. You have your established vice criminals who you’re already seeing in the newspapers through the 19-teens. Once Prohibition begins, now they have all these other guys getting into the game because there’s so much money there. And it’s such a big pie. Everybody feels like they can get a slice. [9:21] Yeah, interesting. Carry on. I’ve distracted you, Azai, but you were talking about Pasqualina and her husband. Of course, I’m not even going to try that. When you talk about discrimination against Italians, one of the things that makes my job really hard is trying to find news about a guy with a name like Carlos Siniscalchi. First of all, I’m probably saying it wrong. I think the Italian pronunciation is… So I’m getting all of the consonant clusters wrong, but I do it with my own name too. We’ve Americanized Cassio. That’s not the right name. How do you pronounce it? It’s Cassio. But we’re Cassio. That’s my grandfather said it. So how do I find Carlos Nescalci in the newspaper when every reporter mangles that name? And spells it differently. Yeah. Everybody spells it differently. How am I going to guess how all these different English speaking reporters were going to mess up Carlos’ name? And so I find it every which way. And sometimes I’ve just had to plain stumble over news about him and his relatives. It just happens by chance. I’m looking for general crime, and then I find him specifically. So yeah, it’s a little hard to find the Italians sometimes because their names are unfamiliar and they get written wrong in censuses and in the news. So we lose a little bit of their history that way. And that’s what you might call, I don’t know, a microaggression because they can’t get that name. Yeah, a little bit. Yeah, yeah. You don’t care enough to spell it. I just, I know the thought process, I have to admit. I’ll just spell it anyway. I understand that thought process. [10:51] So you were asking earlier, I don’t know if you want me to continue this, but how the Genovese family were able to get involved in this thing going on in Springfield. Yeah, connected. Because of her second husband. Okay. Pascalina lost her first husband in 1921. He was killed by a fellow bootlegger. He takes over the gang. She conducts a war of vengeance against the guy who kills her husband and his whole family because they’re gangsters. And that takes years. She’s also pursuing her through the courts. And when that all finally gets settled a few years later, she has a quiet little second marriage to a guy that nobody had ever heard of called Antonio Miranda. [11:28] Now, Antonio Miranda is a small time gangster from Little Italy, New York City, and his brother is Mike Miranda, who is very close to Vito Genovese, and he became this conciliator eventually. So that old connections, going back to the days before the Castello-Moraisi War, when it was Lucky Luciano bootlegging with some of his pals, that’s the time frame in which she formed this alliance by marrying Tony Miranda. And that’s when it starts. That’s the relationship’s beginning between Genovese crime family having, before it was even the Genovese crime family, when it was the Luciano family. And so they’ve had that relationship with the Springfield crew ever since. A little bit like old world feudalism in a way, where one member of a royal family marries a member of another royal family. And I know in Kansas City, we’ve got our underboss, his sister, is married to our boss’s nephew. So, bring those two families together, the Lunas and the Savellas together, yes, very well, like noble families. Exactly. Interesting. Absolutely. [12:31] So that’s how they got together. I remembered that, but I’d forgotten it. So, you went to this reunion with people from Sicily there. So, tell us a little bit about that. How? [12:43] How do people in Sicily view the people in the United States? And they didn’t talk about the mafia. I’m sure there’s no doubt that they’re not going to really talk about that unless you got to find somebody that’s really lucky. But kind of care about the sociological impact and the old world and the new world, and the new world people that, you know, established here. Okay, so Pasqualea and his family are from outside of Naples, and they maintain really close ties to their family back in Italy. Like I am the third generation born in America. I don’t speak Italian. Neither does my father. Neither of us has ever been to Italy. We don’t have, we’re not Italians. We’re Americans. Okay. And the Italians will remind you of that if you forget. We’re not Italian. And like spaghetti and meatballs, not Italian. Chicken Parmesan, not Italian. These are things that we invented here out of a sense of, out of homesickness and a sudden influx of middle-class wealth. We were like, let’s have the spaghetti and the meatballs. I had separate courses anymore where the meatballs are, where they’re both a special treat and I’m going to take two treats with chicken and waffles. [13:50] So being around them, they’re formal. You know, I was meeting like Pasquena’s relatives from Mercado San Sivarino, where they’re from in Italy, they own a funeral home. They own the biggest funeral home business in the town, and they also own some other sort of associated businesses, like a florist and things like that. So I would expect a certain sort of decorum and conservatism of tone from somebody who works in the funeral business and from Italy. But they were also among the only people there in suits, because it was a summer day, we’re outside. Most of us were dressed a little less formally. Yeah. Old school, 1950s stuff. He does those old 1950s photographs, and everybody, every man’s wearing a suit. And there were women’s hat on. Also, that ongoing thing where people in Europe just dress better. Yeah, they dress more formal. I see a little bit in New York City. I noticed it when I moved up from the South. In the South, you go to a funeral and flip-flops, okay? It’s very casual because the weather absolutely demands it. I moved that back up North, and I’m like, wow, everybody’s just wearing the same black coat, aren’t we? And you go into New York. People are dressed a little better, even. You go to Europe, and it’s just another level is what I hear. People, they dress better. They’re not like us where we would roll out of bed and put on pajama pants and some crocs and go to the grocery store. They would never do something. Yes. [15:10] I was in a restaurant several years ago, and there’s a guy sitting at a table, and another young guy comes in. And the guy at the table says, dude, you wore your pajama bottoms in the restaurant. [15:22] People need to be sold. And I’ll have to admit, at the time, I hadn’t seen that before. And since then, I see it all the time now. I live in a college town. I see it a lot. Yeah. So i’ll carry on a little more about that reunion there uh okay so how to describe this so much of it was very surreal to me just being in this place like very fancy house the longest driveway i’ve ever seen like more than a mile i finally like when i parked my car because the track you know you can the parked cars are starting i parked and i get out of the car. And I’ve got this big present with me that I’m going to give to Mario. It’s unwieldy. And I’m like, oh man, this is going to be quite a schlep. And I’m wearing my good shoes and everything. And these two young fellas come up on a golf cart and bring me a ride. So I get in the golf cart and we get up to the house and my friend Gina was trying to point people out to me. Oh, he’s somebody that was in my documentary and you got to talk to this guy. And there was a lot of that. you’ve got to talk to this guy and you’ve got to talk to this woman and dragging me around to meet people. And one of the groups of people that I was, that I found myself standing in, [16:35] I’m talking to gangsters this time. Okay. This is not cousins who won a funeral home. These are gangsters. And I’m standing with them and they’re having the absolute filthiest conversation that I’ve heard since high school. [16:48] And, but the difference is boys in high school are just talking. These guys have done all the things they’re talking about. Wow. What a life is. The lives you would have led. Bye. I’m just trying to keep it. Are these American gangsters or are these? Americans. Okay, yeah. Current gangsters, they’re in the Springfield area with Anthony Arilada there. They’ve all hated him, probably. I’m sorry? I said Anthony Arilada when he’s there, and they all hated him. You probably didn’t bring his name up. Yeah, really. There are different factions in Springfield, it feels like to me, still. bill. And I haven’t got them all sorted. There are people who are still very loyal to the old regime and they have their figure, their person that they follow. And sometimes they can live with the rest of them and sometimes the rest of them are a bunch of lowlives and they want everybody to know about it. Yeah. [17:45] I’ve heard that conversation before. Interesting. Now, whose house was this? Somebody made it well in America. Yes. And I think it was one of his nephews. I don’t know exactly whose house it was. I was invited by Gina’s brother. He texted me and invited me to the party. And people just accepted me right in. The close family members who have seen Gina’s documentary, who have heard her talk about Pastelina and the research and meeting me, they think of me as the family a genealogist. And so I have a title in the family and belong there. Oh yeah, it’s here to document us. As you do, because we’re an important family. And so they didn’t really question my presence there at all. And you were able to ask questions from that standpoint too. That’s what was nice. Yeah. [18:37] And a lot of times it was just standing still and listening because there was so much going on, That was enough. Interesting. Now, her documentary, you’ve seen it, so tell us a little bit about it. Folks, it’s not out there streaming yet. She’s trying to get something going, I would assume. [18:58] Explain her just a little bit, too, in her book. Talk about her and her book and her documentary. Yeah. Okay. Gina’s a part of this big family that has got some wealth still and goes back to bootleggers in Prohibition and has gangsters in it, including her brother, Rex Cunningham Jr. So Cunningham is the name you don’t expect to hear in the mafia. Yeah, yeah. Done by Marietta Beckerwood. I don’t know if he was a member or associate, but at any rate, he was a known figure around here. Sportsbook and that kind of thing. Sportsbook, yeah. Yeah. She grew up with a little bit of wealth and privilege, but also feeling a little bit outsider because her family was half Irish. So among the Italians, it was a, you go to the wrong church, you go to the wrong school kind of vibe. And she grew up into more of a countercultural person. Her family is very conservative politically, religiously. I don’t know if you would expect that of a gangster family, but that’s what I’ve noticed is pretty common, actually. No, it’s pretty, that’s the way it is here. Yeah, real conservative, yeah. Yeah. You have to be socially for the whole thing to work. I can get into that, but And they keep going to the same church and school and everything, and you maintain these close ties with the neighborhood and local businesses and so forth. But she really was like, I’m going my own way. And so she became this free spirit as a young woman. And Gina’s, I don’t know how old she is. I want to say in her late 60s, around 70, about there. [20:23] That’s Gina Albano Cunningham. Cunningham. Oh, Gina. Okay, Gina Cunningham. See, I’m getting mixed up with the names. And Cunningham was… Ask Elena Albanos. Her sister married and became a Fiore. Okay. All right. That’s a little bit confusing. People have to go to your website to get this straightened out. Or maybe you have this, a picture, an image of this family tree on your website. In the book, you can find multiple family trees because I’m working with all these different branches. I’ll take a look if I can’t put an image in here for everybody to get this straight. But the modern woman that did the book and the movie, she’s in her 70s now. [21:04] Yeah. Yeah, and she’s a grandniece of Pasqualina, and her brother and her cousins were in organized crime in this room. Okay, all right, all right. Go ahead, go ahead. She’s absolutely immersed in this life, but she did not want any part of it, and so she left. And there are other people in her family that you can point to that did the same thing, like some of Pasqualina’s children just did not want to have anything to do with the family. Well, they left. They went and moved to another state. They stayed in another place. They didn’t come back. And she did the same thing, but she’s not cut ties. She keeps coming back and she has good relationships with her family members, even though she’s not aligned with them politically and so forth. [21:42] And she’s an artist. I’ve seen her work on a couple of different mediums. I don’t want to really try and explain what her art is, but she’s a feminist artist. And she’s also really been pointing the camera at her family quite a bit. And it seems like film might be a newer medium for her. She’s used to do more painting and sculpture and stuff kind of thing. How’d the family take that? A lot of these people, I’ve talked to some relatives here, and one of them come on to talk to me, but I said, your Uncle Vince, he said, yeah, I know. But then he never would get back to me all of a sudden. So a lot of pressure to not say anything about it. Oh, yeah. Sometimes I will get started talking to somebody and then it’ll reach a certain point where they’re like oh no we can’t don’t be recording this don’t put my yeah anything so yeah news to that but gina was like no this is going to be part of my, political art. I’m going to point the camera at my family. I’m going to expose, some of the hypocrisy that I see there, the things I disagree with. [22:41] It’s a short documentary, and I find it very powerful because it’s a family video. One of the first people she’s aiming the camera at is, I think, one of her nieces. Talking to this young woman who is leaning on her car, maybe in her late teens, early 20s, and this young woman is saying, oh, yeah, I would marry a gangster if I had the chance. And I’m just like, do you not know your family? Do you not know the heart? And later on in the video, you get to hear some of the really just like gut wrenching stories of what pain people in her family have brought upon themselves through their involvement in organized crime and all the things that it entails. And this young woman is, I don’t know, she’s acting because she doesn’t even know this other uncle or this other cousin that she’s got that can tell her these stories. Or is it, I don’t know, it doesn’t matter or something. And that to me was shocking. That’s the kind of thing that needs, that’s somebody who needs their mind changed. And I was like, I hope she watches this video she’s in and changes her mind about how she feels about that life and wanting to be a part of it. But that’s what mafia culture creates more of, is people who want to be a part of that. [23:53] There’s a certain romance to it that started out with Robin Hood, if you will. You get a romance of the gangster, the criminal that maybe is good to some people, good to support people, good to their family. And it continues on to this day to John Gotti. He’s the most recent iteration of Robin Hood and Jesse James here in the Midwest. People love Jesse James. When I grew up, everybody, every family had a story about how a couple of guys came by their house back in the 1800s and they gave them a place to stay and a meal. And they left them like a $20 gold piece, which was like $500 or something. And they said, it was Jesse James. I know it was. It’s the romance of the gangster continues. Yes. We all would love to imagine that we’re on the gangster side and that the gangster agrees. Yeah. As long as we don’t have to go to jail or pay that price. Because to me, I’ve got a friend today that he spent about 12 years and he would give all that gangster life back to get that 12 years back for these kids growing up. He’s turned over a new life today. I had lunch with him and his son not too long ago. And it’s just his son has told him, he said, every time I had to walk away from you in the penitentiary and come back home after our visit, he said, I was just crushed. It’s a huge price to pay for that. But there’s still that romance continues. [25:13] That terrible price, I think, is part of what feeds the romance. If there was no risk, there wouldn’t be that allure. Yeah, that’s true. You met that risk and overcame it and went on, came out on top. It’s what they always like to claim that came out on top of it. So I understand that thought process. I take a lot of risk in my life just from the other side. I said, live to fight another day. Yeah, there really are different kinds of risks that you can take. I was writing about a contract killer in Texas, and one of his targets was a guy who was a grain dealer. And I was like, that’s a really weird target for murder, right? Like, why would you kill a grain dealer from rural Texas? And it was because his old partner had an insurance policy out on him and decided to cash in on it. That was Charles Harrison, wasn’t it? Yeah, yeah, exactly. Sad story. Charles Harrison. Yeah. It was like, these were two guys that took very different kinds of risks, right? You got Charles Harrelson, who kills people for money. That’s a certain kind of risk you’re definitely taking. And then there’s the guy who buys grain and then sells it. So he’s taking these risks for his community of farmers. [26:27] And I was like, that’s really wholesome. And that’s, I don’t know, I feel like it’s a really positive example of masculinity. That’s the kind of risk we’re supposed to take for the safety and well-being of our neighbors? Yeah. Even the farmers, they risk everything every year. Smaller farmer, I grew up in those families and a smaller farmer practically risk everything every year, being in on the weather. That’s why I didn’t stay on the farm. And the markets, you don’t know what the markets are going to do. It’s a gamble every year. That Charles Harrelson, that’s Woody Harrelson’s dad who killed the Judds, famous murder down in El Paso. And he had a business. He carried a card that said he was a hitman. It was his story. [27:10] Bold. He was a crazy bold dude. I did a whole three-part series on that whole Jimmy Chagra marijuana business [27:20] down there on the border. and his connection to it and the killing of Judge Wood. So it’s just a business in these guys. Hey, it’s not personal. It’s just business. Yikes. It’s crazy. But Justin, you got anything else you want to tell us about? Anything you’re working on? And remind guys your website and what you can find there. He has some really interesting stuff about the old early days in Chicago. I know that. I referred to some of that several years ago when I was doing something on Chicago. So give guys a little walk through on your website. It’s really interesting. Okay, so John Gotti is one name I don’t think you’re ever going to find on my website. Yeah, good. [27:59] I’m really addicted to origin stories. I like to find out how the Mafia was already present before that point when we say it started. Yeah, in the 20s. But gangsters don’t come out of nowhere. Gangs don’t come out of nowhere. They evolve. They grow. There are forces to create them. And so that’s what I’m interested in. I like to go around. And I spent a lot of my early career writing about one place and its effect on the United States, Corleone, where my family’s from in Sicily. And that was my first book, In Our Blood. And some of my first posts on mafia genealogy are in that thread. They’re about my family and the Corleonesi. But then I started to get into other [28:42] places and wanting to know about their stories and getting into other parts of Italy as well. So if you go to my website, you’re going to find stories like Charles Harrelson and the two guys that he killed before the judge, or in Chicago about the different little Italys that existed before Capone consolidated everything, or Kansas City I’m writing about, Nick Fatsuno and the Passantino brothers. I don’t even know if you know those guys, but I thought their further stories were amazing. [29:09] Passantino had a funeral home today, but the other names I don’t really know back then. I don’t know much about that or those early days. Did they seem to come from the same little town, the same general area? They didn’t, actually. A lot of them were Sicilian, and they come from Palermo province, but not all from the same town. Not from okay. Yeah. Yeah, I wasn’t able to put—there’s not a strong current there in Kansas City like I’ve found in other places where everybody is from one town. Yeah. [29:37] But not so much in Kansas City. A little more varied. Interesting. So that’s what you’ll find on my website. And then Pasqualina is my second book, and you can buy both of my books at Amazon. Got them behind me here, Airblood, Pasqualina. And Pasqualina is about that prohibition era, and if you like to understand where big-nosed Sam Koufari got his start, it’s in there. And the Shabelli brothers show up. It’s about those origins. I was talking to a friend of mine about this name, Skeeball or Skeebelly. Yes. Who had some relationship back in Springfield, and he just really knew Skeeball when he was young. [30:17] Yep, because it was the spelling of his name. I’m not even sure how they pronounced it. I think it’s Skeebelly. Skeebelly. That probably was. Yeah, Skeebelly. I know somebody named Skeebelly, so probably was. That’s like the name of the body shop here in Kansas City, and it’s P-A-C-E. But really it’s Pache. We’ve got to do it right. And that’s probably short for Pache. I don’t know. I wonder if the family pronounces it Pache or Pace. I think business-wise, but then the person who was talking was close to the family and they said, oh no, it’s Pache. So I thought, okay. [30:53] Interesting. The immigrant experience in this country is really always interesting. There’s always conflict and the interest is in the conflict. And as people try to make their way, and stopping with, oh God, it was an author, T.J. did the Westies. You guys know T.J. that did the Westies. And he said, yeah, he said, and he really was articulate about, as we’ve discussed this, that people come here want an opportunity, because they didn’t have any opportunity in the old country, whether it be Naples or southern Italy or Sicily. They came here, they really just wanted opportunity. And then the opportunity, you have to start fighting for opportunity. That’s the nature of the beast in this country. In any kind, any society, you’ve got to fight for opportunity when you’re an outsider and you come in. And so that was the early development. These people just wanting a little slice of this American pie that they’d heard so much about. The streets are paved with gold over here, but found out you’ve got to dig that old man. [31:52] Some people probably came over here thinking they were going to make an honest living and found themselves, by one step and another, involved in organized crime. And then there were other men who came here from Italy for whom the opportunity was to be a criminal here. Richer pickings. Yeah. And they started restaurants and had your typical immigrant, all the immigrant restaurants, all these Chinese, whatever kind of ethnic food is, they start out with an immigrant who then puts his kids and his cousins and his nephews and sisters and grandmas in the back room kitchen, start those restaurants. And people, us people that are already here like that food and they run them, they do a really good job at it. And so that’s a way to get started in grocery stores for their other fellow paisans. And those were the ways that they made it here, at least now, probably the same way in every city where there’s a large Italian population. Got to feed the other Italians. And so an Italian restaurant is natural. Yeah. And also owning your own business is just really smart for a lot of people. If you’re an organized crime, it’s a great way to hide what you’re doing. [32:59] And if you’re trying to get a naturalization status, especially now, being a business owner is really advantageous. Yeah, I bet. I was talking about that on getting a naturalization process that showed that you’re an entrepreneur and you believe in the system and you’re doing well. Yeah, interesting. [33:17] All right, Justin Cascio, and the website is Mafia Genealogy. He’s got a couple books on there in this documentary. I don’t know. Keep us up on that. Maybe if it comes out, I’ll make sure to get it out on something where people know that they can go out and see it. It sounds really interesting. Thanks, YOL. All right. Thanks, Justin. I’ll do that no more. Thank you, Justin. It’s really a pleasure to talk to you again. Always a pleasure being on your show. Thank you. Great. [33:44] Justin, see, I was going to ask you about something. What? Are you going through a publisher? You got a publisher? No, I’m self-published. You’re self-published? Okay. Yeah. See, I self-published several books, and I’m doing probably my last ones, a story of my life, kind of more of a memoir, my struggles and my moral dilemmas and all that during when I worked intelligence. And then I’ll explain all about the big civil mob war we had here during those years. And I don’t know. I started poking around. I thought, well, maybe I’ll try to get a regular publisher. But boy, it’s hard. You’ve got to get an agent. You can’t get attention of an agent because there’s hundreds and thousands of people out there writing books wanting to do all this. So thank God for Amazon. Yeah. I think if you already have your audience. Yeah. And you know who they are and you’re already talking to them. You don’t need to pay somebody else to do that for you. Yeah. Yeah. I’m paying an editor to go over to… That’s different. That’s no other strengths. But to get it sold out there. Out here making videos every day. The good thing about getting a publisher is you can get, and then you got a chance of getting it into Barnes & Noble and into libraries. [34:59] See, libraries. You might into libraries anyway. How’d you do that? How’d you figure that out? The local library has an interest in the book, so they bought it. Yeah, they did. But I’m talking about other libraries. Yeah, they can all buy the book the same way. Yeah, but how do they find the library buy books? [35:18] I think buy them from the publishers normally. And if your book is self-published and they want to carry that book, because, for instance, about local history, then they’ll buy it. Yeah. I’m thinking about how do they get it out in other New York or Chicago or some other city that will be looking for nonfiction books. Publishers. You have to do every step yourself instead of being massive. Yeah. And then like Barnes & Noble and places like that to get it in, that’s hard too. You can do that locally. Those places carry my books on the website. Who does? They’re buying it from Amazon. Oh, okay. Interesting. Oh, really? Yeah. Because that’s the only place you can get it. I think I sell a couple of my, I’ve seen some people from, I think it’s through at Brafta Digital, I think’s the name of it. That’s another thing that this thing went up on that Barnes & Noble did sell a few copies of it. As a matter of fact, now that you mention it. [36:21] But it’s interesting. It’s fun. How are you ever going to get a screenplay sold if you don’t get their attention? [36:30] That’s why most people I talk to, they’re trying to figure out how to get a movie made from their book. Gangsters ask me that question. They’re like, you figure I know the answer to how to get a movie made from YouTube? and I do not have that answer. Nobody knows that. It’s hard work. Yeah, I tell them nobody knows that, the answer. It’s God. A divine being that strikes you, whether it be the Apollo or the God of Abraham, or Jesus or some higher power reaches out and touches you and says, okay, I bless you, and now you’re going to have a movie made and Robert De Niro is going to play your part. Although anymore, they don’t want De Niro to play him because they hate him now, and they want somebody else. Oh, my God. It’s always a pleasure to talk to you, Justin. Likewise, Gary. Thanks so much. If I can do anything for you here in Kansas City, and as you’re going through your thing, if you’ve got any question or anything, I’ve got that one friend, that FBI agent, that he could maybe help you with if you’re looking for a connection or something. He knows quite a little bit. And somebody else was just talking about that, looking into that, those early days. But if you do have any questions or anything that you’re stumbled about here in Kansas City, be sure and give me a call, and I’ll see if I can’t steer you to somebody. I don’t know myself. I don’t really ever look at it. Okay. Okay. Stay safe. Thank you. You too.
GRAMMY winner and Nashville Songwriters Hall of Famer Mike Reid chats about his remarkable musical life. PART ONEScott and Paul talk about the sports games and so much morePART TWOOur in depth conversation with Mike ReidABOUT MIKE REIDNashville Songwriters Hall of Famer Mike Reid has written twelve #1 country songs and has had his work recorded by Bonnie Raitt, Anita Baker, Bette Midler, Prince, George Michael, Nancy Wilson, Etta James, Kenny Rogers, Ann Murray, Wynonna Judd, Alabama, Joe Cocker, Tanya Tucker, Willie Nelson, Collin Raye and Tim McGraw. He is perhaps best known for co-writing the modern-day standard “I Can't Make You Love Me” with Allen Shamblin. Launching his music career as a staff songwriter for country star Ronnie Milsap's publishing company, Reid penned Milsap hits such as “Stranger in My House,” which won a Grammy for Best Country Song” and “Lost in the Fifties Tonight,” which was named ASCAP's Country Song of the Year. As an artist, Mike signed with Columbia Records and scored a #1 hit with the self-penned “Walk on Faith.”Others who've recorded Reid's songs include Tammy Wynette, Rita Coolidge, Don Williams, Billy Dean, Josh Turner, Shelby Lynne, The Judds, George Jones, and Shania Twain. A true Renaissance man, Reid went on to compose theatrical and operatic works, winning a Richard Rodgers Development Award from the Academy of Arts and Letters for 1997's The Ballad of Little Jo. His most recent project is a collaborative album with Joe Henry called Life and Time. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
We take a deep dive into the world of AI and music with artists Dylan Heidt and Jeff Dayton.Jeff Dayton is an American musician, singer, producer and songwriter best known as being the bandleader for Glen Campbell and the Jeff Dayton Band for 15 years, plus touring with Kenny Chesney and Lee Greenwood.Dayton performed with club bands in the upper Midwest, including a year with the KO Band, which was fronted by Bob Dylan studio musician Kevin Odegard. Their producer was David Z and their drummer a young Bobby "Z" Rivkin.Dayton moved to Fountain Hills, Arizona and formed the Dayton-Privett Band with Mark Prentice, Tom Sawyer and Ron Privett. After 2 years, Privett left the band, and was replaced with Dave Watson; the band was renamed High Noon Band and continued until the band went their separate ways. Dayton then formed the Jeff Dayton Band, and over time about 100 different musicians performed under that name with Dayton, notably steel guitarist Ed Black, guitarist Bob "Willard" Henke, Grammy award winner producer Michael B (aka Mike Broening), drummer Mickey McGee, banjo player Bruce Leland, drummer Merel Bregante, bassist Doug Haywood, etc.[1][15]High Noon won the Wrangler Country Showdown and the Jeff Dayton Band won the Marlboro Talent Roundup. The JDB was named New Times' Best of the Decade's Best Award.[4] In addition, Dayton wrote and recorded That Lady Can Love which became his first #1 record at KNIX-FM and another song earned a platinum songwriting award for George Strait with "Any Old Time." The song was also released as the "B" side of Strait's single "The Cowboy Rides Away."Dayton and band opened for Merle Haggard, The Judds and Alabama in 1987. After a chance meeting with Glen Campbell that evening and an impromptu jam session at the grand opening of Jack Nicklaus' Desert Mountain golf course, Dayton and his group were hired to tour with Campbell.[5][6]For the next 15 years the Jeff Dayton band performed on worldwide tours, TV and record dates, celebrity events and many concerts.[7][8] While Glen Campbell's' musical director, he conducted many symphony orchestras and even Les Brown and His Band of Renown. Highlights included shows at the White House, NBC's The Today Show and the Grand Ole Opry stage. Campbell and the Jeff Dayton Band also played with Gene Autry, Willie Nelson, Bob Hope, Vince Gill and dozens more."See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
For the entire interview transcript, please click here.Brent Maher is a seven-time Grammy Award–winning producer, engineer, and songwriter whose career has helped define the sound of American music. Known for his work with The Judds, Kenny Rogers, Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson, and Tina Turner, Brent's influence spans across genres and generations. From his early beginnings in the Air Force to producing Elvis Presley's final number-one record, his story is one of perseverance, creativity, and heart. Most recently, he released The Night of the Orphan Train, an original audiobook and musical project that blends storytelling with songs inspired by real American history—available now on Audible, Amazon, and Barnes & Noble.What You'll LearnIn this inspiring conversation, Brent shares how perseverance, purpose, and sacrifice shape a fulfilling music career. He talks about the true definition of success—not in fame or awards, but in finding happiness and meaning in what you do. You'll also discover the creative process behind The Night of the Orphan Train, and how stories of resilience from history can inspire powerful art today.Things We DiscussedBrent reflects on his decades-long career, the lessons learned from working with musical legends, and the deep drive that keeps artists moving forward. He opens up about the personal sacrifices behind success, the challenge of balancing passion with family life, and the importance of defining happiness on your own terms. The episode also dives into the inspiration behind The Night of the Orphan Train—how a roadside sign sparked a heartfelt project that combines history, emotion, and music to tell the forgotten stories of thousands of orphaned children in early America. Jason and Brent close the conversation by exploring what it truly means to be a “successful musician” and how fulfillment often comes from helping others find joy through music.Connect with Brent MaherWebsite FacebookInstagramYouTubeTikTokConnect with Jason TonioliWebsite FacebookYouTube InstagramSpotifyPandoraAmazon MusicApple Music
From Texas, the US & Canada, Old School Country with a modern Twist !! weekly from France program Fred's Country 2025 w # 44: Part 1: - Walker Montgomery, Watching Storms Roll In - S - 2025 - Brett Kissel with Dierks Bentley, Hurtin' Songs - Let Your Horses Run - 2025 - Chancey Williams, Past The Point of Rescue - Miles on Me - 2025 - Midland, Burn Out - Midland EP - 2016 Part 2: - Ella Langley, Choosin' Texas - S - 2025 - Reba McEntire, Miranda Lambert, Lainey Wilson, Trailblazer - S - 2025 - Drake Milligan, Paper Umbrellas - Living Room Sessions - 2025 - Drake Milligan, Old Flames Old Whiskey - Tumbleweed TBR 11/07 - 2025 Part 3: - David Lewis feat Randall King, Honky Tonk Heart - Bartsool Sermons - 2025 - Dan Seals feat. Jamey Johnson, Three Time Loser - S - 2025 - Jesse Raub Jr, Hold Her Horses - What I Came To Do - 2025 - Kylie Frey, Half A Mind To Go Crazy - Half a Mind EP - 2025 - Holly Dunn, Daddy's Hands - Holly Dunn - 1986 Part 4: - The Judds, Have Mercy - Rockin' With The Rhythm - 1986 - Creed Fisher, It Don't Sound Like Country - Beetween Heaven and Hell - 2025 - Jenna Paulette with Jake Worthington, Chasin' Whiskey - S - 2025 - Joe Nichols, Goodbyes Are Hard to Listen To - S - 2025
Steel guitarist and country music historian Pete Finney joins me on the show this week.I got to know Pete's playing when I'd go and see Chris' Scruggs' band The Stone Fox Five out in the parking lot of the East Nashville Legion during Covid. They'd put on a well-distanced weekly show that was my only live music for a couple of years! I loved Pete's soulful playing and got to learn more about his interesting history, mostly on the pedal steel guitar, playing for all kinds of country legends - artists like Reba McIntyre, The Judds, Vince Gill, The Chicks, The Monkees and lots more. Pete has a unique style, and while he has clearly absorbed the classic country sounds, he doesn't sound like anyone else. Pete's path from the DC area playing almost every night in country bars, to Austin to play with Doug Sahm, to his move to Nashville in the 80's is an interesting one, and Pete has carved out an incredible career in that time. Lately, Pete has also taken on the role of historian, and had a big hand in producing the Country Music Hall Of Fame's “Dylan, Cash and The Nashville Cats” exhibit, which was one of the best collections of 60's and 70's country music stories, exhibits and paraphernalia ever put on display. Pete is a well loved Nashville icon and plays around town with many different artists. He has no website or social media, so you'll have to just keep your ear to the ground about where to see himj play if you're in Nashville, but don't miss your chance if you get it!Enjoy my conversation with Pete Finney.This season is brought to you by our main sponsors Larivée Guitars, Audeze, Izotope, FabFilter, and Chase Bliss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Our deep-dive on the history behind "Don't Be Cruel" continues through Elvis's television appearances on the Ed Sullivan show, live concerts such as the Louisiana Hayride, the Mississippi-Alabama Fair & Dairy Show, and the USS Arizona Memorial fundraiser, and the revealing insights heard in the Million Dollar Quartet recording. Justin and Olivia catch back up with Otis Blackwell as he rides the success of "Don't Be Cruel" to launch a career writing and arranging for other artists in the late 1950s, and we discuss why Elvis Presley appears as a co-writer on the song. We leapfrog over Elvis's movie career, as "Don't Be Cruel" doesn't show up again until the filming of the '68 Comeback Special but from there we're able to trace its appearances in Elvis's live setlists up to his final concert in 1977. We then discuss a number of covers including ones by Billy Swan, The Judds, Cheap Trick and more before finally closing out with Otis Blackwell as he remembered and paid tribute to Elvis, and finally got his chance to fulfill his lifelong musical dream at the very end of his career.
The Music That Made WE volume 5 continues with Heather and Lace, a coproducer of the Ohio Burlesque Festival and a hilarious figure in the Cleveland scene. They've chosen 10 songs that make up her story, with a soundtrack that includes John Denver, ABBA, Queen, and more. + Stick around for Viktor's hidden bonus track. more Heather: https://www.instagram.com/heatherandlace15 & http://ohioburlesque.com/ The Music That Made WE is a creation of WEBurlesque Podcast Network, produced by Viktor Devonne. For the extended VIDEO version of this presentation, please visit our Patreon.com — all episodes of this series are available under the $1 threshold. that's patreon dot com slash we burlesque [Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act in 1976; Allowance is made for “Fair Use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. All rights and credit go directly to its rightful owners. No copyright infringement intended.]
Maude and I both were disc jockeys on country radio during The Judds heydays as hit machines of the 1980's. No one knew of the turmoil going on behind the scenes between mother Naomi and daughter Wynonna, nor the pain and abandonment of the forgotten Judd, sister Ashley. All is revealed in the documentary series “The Judd Family: Truth Be Told.” ***Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of sexual abuse of children.***
Over on Patreon, we sometimes do "Sad Corner" for documentaries that just aren't funny. We should have put this one there because man, there is not one funny thing in this heart-wrenching story of two of the most famous music duos of all time. So worth the watch and a great reminder that there's always a story behind someone's success. _____________________________• Rate and review us if love what you hear! • If you want MORE of our nonsense, join us over on www.patreon.com/onthedoc! We have loads of extra content over there and are building a fun community that we want YOU to be a part of! • Don't forget, we want to hear from you! Drop us a line, and let's get social: • Email: info@onthedoc.com • Facebook: facebook.com/onthedocpodcast • Website: www.onthedoc.comWe LOVE LOVE LOVE to hear from you!______________#Hulu#Lifetime#Judds#CountryMusic#AshleyJudd#Kentucky#Nashville#documentary#docuseries#womeninpodcasting
When we first moved to Nashville, we lived in a pitiful apartment, and Wynonna, Ashley, and I slept in one bed. All we had to eat was bologna and crackers. -Naomi Judd The story you are about to hear is a piece of country music history because it is the final full-length interview featuring country music superstar Naomi Judd. Sadly, Naomi took her own life on April 30, 2022, after a long history of mental illness, but her legacy as a brilliant songwriter, captivating live performer, and country music icon remains. This interview was originally part of the Nashville-based series called Country Music Success Stories. For two years, my talented friend Jacy Dawn Valeras and I co-hosted the show, and thanks to the powerful network Jacy built in Music City, famous artists like Naomi agreed to be on the show. Recorded at Naomi's 500-acre compound in Leipers Fork, Tennessee, in a barn next to her house, this interview is full of stories that will blow your mind and touch your heart. Naomi raised the girls on a mountaintop in Kentucky with only a coal stove for heat. She got the money to buy Wynonna her first guitar by selling her hunting knife and put herself through nursing school to become an ER nurse. From the moment Naomi walked into the room, I knew that I was in the presence of a superstar. Naomi and her daughter, Wynonna, were billed as The Judds, and throughout the '80s and into the '90s, they cemented their standing as country music's most successful duo of all time with 25 top-ten singles, 14 #1 songs, and 5 Grammies. Naomi's younger daughter, Ashley, crafted her own success story as an actress and a passionate activist. The road to stardom was long and hard, but in this interview, we learn just what Naomi Judd is made of. Like the little engine that could, she kept telling herself: I think I can, I think I can, I think I can. #countrymusic
Chelsea and Kristina are back for a jam-packed Cookie Jar episode! They kick things off with the jaw-dropping updates from Tina Knowles' memoir (yes, Matthew Knowles is involved somehow), then dive into the emotional depths of the new documentaries centered on the Judds and another on Paul Ruebens, the man behind Pee-wee Herman. Plus: a breakdown of Solange's astrological vibe, another theory on Roseanne's right turn, and the Blake Lively hair mist that did not deliver. Trigger warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics, including suicide and child abuse. Take care while listening, and find helpful resources here. Join the cookie community: Become a member of the Patreon Follow Chelsea: Instagram @chelseadevantez Show Notes: Show Notes: Tina Knowles Memoir Episode The List podcast The Judd Family: Truth Be Told (Lifetime) The Judds' Memoirs (with Akilah Green and Erin Dewey Lennox) Pee-wee As Himself (HBO Max) Cucumber Melon Bath & Bodyworks Body Spray Where to find our Guest: Kristina Lopez Instagram *** Glamorous Trash is all about going high and low at the same time— Glam and Trash. We recap and book club celebrity memoirs, deconstruct pop culture, and sometimes, we cry! If you've ever referenced Mariah Carey in therapy... then this is the podcast for you. Thank you to our sponsors: Thrive Causemetics - Get 20% off your first order at thrivecausemetics.com/glamorous Libro.fm - Click here to get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with your first month of membership using code TRASH. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
When Wynonna‘s PR team reached out to me for a possible interview slot, I didn't waste any time requesting a spot! Wynonna is one of the strongest persevering women in the music industry. I wish our visit could have been so much longer, but I was so honored to be part of her interview schedule. She still managed to be quite intimate with her answers, including time singing with The Judds, and how much she misses her mother. Wynonna is appearing August 22nd at Boise's Western Idaho Fair! I love interviewing people. There's something so exciting about watching that phone … The post INTERVIEW WITH WYNONNA JUDD appeared first on She Likes To Go Slow.
Director Alexandra Dean's engaging new four-part docuseries, “The Judd Family: Truth Be Told” airs May 10th and 11th on Lifetime, and it's a must watch! Alexandra, Ashley and Wynonna Judd tell the Judd's family's story truthfully and respectfully - exploring the generational trauma that plagued Naomi Judd, her grandparents, parents and daughters; the extreme neglect that Ashley Judd endured growing up, and how The Judds never brought their personal feud on stage with them when performing to millions of adoring fans. The only way “Group Text” happens is with YOUR support and support from mm amazing sponsors! Try VIIA! Head to Viiahemp.com and use the code GROUPTEXT This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or the Hurrdat Media YouTube channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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It's vintage Judds, with their 1987 classic hit "I Know Where I'm Going". This cut is a prime example of the Judds' signature acoustic-with-attitude shtick, but how does heavy harmonic ambiguity in this one leave us less sure of our destination that Wynonna and Naomi seem to be?
This week I was able to share this interview thanks to the awesome Steven Pynnaker from Mormon Book Review. This interview is a small snippet from a 24 part series available to watch. This story shocked me! Of course, we can never know both sides and I acknowledge this.Nevertheless this is an interesting story one like I have never heard before.The fact that the LDS church is kicking out TBM's aka True Blue Mormons is something I have not seen before.As it comes out in this interview, they are not the only ones!Why would a church literally hemorrhaging members do this?This church, LDS Inc. Is not the good ole Mormon church of old.Infiltrations and Government associations are everywhere!Come join us for this talk and let me know in the comments what you think after watching the series. They are done well, so you will not be bored I assure you. I appreciate the Judds for coming out and sharing despite the turmoil it has cost them. Also a big Thanks to Steven at MBR as well as Jan Broberg from Abducted In Plain Sight from Netflix. Please check out all the participants at their links below.Share, Comment and Please leave a review on Apple or even here on Spotify. This is the only way to keep this show relevant as it is HEAVILY shadow banned.Guest LinksThe Crazy Train: https://www.stopthecrazytrain.org/MBR: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNUSy8gSiEizL5U2npMVUhQJan Broberg Show: https://www.thejanbrobergshow.com/Unfiltered RIse Podcast LinksWebsite: https://unfilteredrisepodcast.com/Patreon: https://patreon.com/UnfilteredRise?X: https://x.com/unfilteredrise/status/1772012349551153303?s=46IG: https://www.instagram.com/unfilteredrise_podcast?igsh=MWE4NnQ2Y2Zxa3pnNw%3D%3D&utm_source=qrYouTube: https://youtube.com/@unfilteredrisepodcast?si=IMlOVdcKU6oj4N8sTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@unfilteredrisepodcast?_t=8rjVXGsH2AY&_r=1Merch: https://heidi-luv-shop.fourthwall.com/Donations: buymeacoffee.com/unfilteredEPlease know my podcast and its information presented are for entertainment or informational purposes. I do not threaten or wish any harm to any nation,creed, color, religion etc …. God Bless
John Jarvis is a legendary pianist and songwriter. At age 17 he was a pianist for Motown. He's worked with artists including Ray Charles, Sting, Rod Stewart and James Taylor. He's recorded with Elvis, Ringo, Harry Nilsson, Garth Brooks, Shania Twain and Jimmy Buffett. He's earned “Song Of The Year” Grammys for works with Vince Gill and The Judds. And he's written songs for Cher and the Olympics.My featured song is “With You” from the album PGS 7 by my band Project Grand Slam. Spotify link.---------------------------------------------The Follow Your Dream Podcast:Top 1% of all podcasts with Listeners in 200 countries!For more information and other episodes of the podcast click here. To subscribe to the podcast click here.To subscribe to our weekly Follow Your Dream Podcast email click here.To Rate and Review the podcast click here.“Dream With Robert”. Click here.—----------------------------------------ROBERT'S SINGLES:“THE RICH ONES ALL STARS” is Robert's latest single featuring the following 8 World Class musicians: Billy Cobham (Drums), Randy Brecker (Flugelhorn), John Helliwell (Sax), Pat Coil (Piano), Peter Tiehuis (Guitar), Antonio Farao (Keys), Elliott Randall (Guitar) and David Amram (Pennywhistle).Click HERE for the Official VideoClick HERE for All Links—----------------------------------------“SOSTICE” is Robert's single with a rockin' Old School vibe. Called “Stunning!”, “A Gem!”, “Magnificent!” and “5 Stars!”.Click HERE for all links.—---------------------------------“THE GIFT” is Robert's ballad arranged by Grammy winning arranger Michael Abene and turned into a horn-driven Samba. Praised by David Amram, John Helliwell, Joe La Barbera, Tony Carey, Fay Claassen, Antonio Farao, Danny Gottlieb and Leslie Mandoki.Click HERE for all links.—-------------------------------------“LOU'S BLUES”. Robert's Jazz Fusion “Tone Poem”. Called “Fantastic! Great playing and production!” (Mark Egan - Pat Metheny Group/Elements) and “Digging it!” (Peter Erskine - Weather Report)!Click HERE for all links.—----------------------------------------“THE RICH ONES”. Robert's sublime, atmospheric Jazz Fusion tune. Featuring guest artist Randy Brecker (Blood Sweat & Tears) on flugelhorn. Click HERE for all links.—---------------------------------------Audio production:Jimmy RavenscroftKymera Films Connect with the Follow Your Dream Podcast:Website - www.followyourdreampodcast.comEmail Robert - robert@followyourdreampodcast.com Follow Robert's band, Project Grand Slam, and his music:Website - www.projectgrandslam.comYouTubeSpotify MusicApple MusicEmail - pgs@projectgrandslam.com
Show Date: 2/13/25Andy provides an overview of the career of Country artist duo "The Judds."Sports and Songs Podcast Links:https://www.facebook.com/sportsandsongs1https://twitter.com/SportsandSongs1https://www.instagram.com/sportsandsongs/https://www.sportsandsongspodcast.com/
I don't know about you, but I didn't watch any of this year's Grammy Awards. This used to be appointment viewing back in the day, but now - not so much. I thought, let's revisit the ceremonies of 1975, 1985, and 1995. While we might not be tuning in now, these past shows seems to actually matter - and I recognize that is because I am an old man yelling at clouds!While you early Xers may recall the '75 awards, for me it was 1985. Tina Turner, Bruce Springsteen, Prince, and Lionel Richie were huge stars, while Huey Lewis & the News had their big breakout with “Sports”.The Best New artist award went to Cyndi Lauper. The other nominees? Sheila E., Frankie Goes to Hollywood, Corey Hart, and The Judds! I think Cyndi might have deserved that one!I'm not sure if it just being a middle aged man that informs my lack of interest in modern awards shows - it seems as though the industry has changed since our youth. While it has always been about the record labels and their influence, it at least seemed as thought the artistry was equally, if not more important, than record sales alone.So, did you watch the Grammys this year and are there any artists I should actually take the time to listen to?
National Milk day. Entertainment from 1960. Worlds 1st lottery, Insulin used for 1st time to treat diabete, Moons found at Uranus, Todays birthdays - Alexander Hamilton, Naomi Judd, Denny Greene, Mary J. Blige, Amanda Peet, Rosenkowitz sextuplets. Sir Edmond Hillary died.Intro - Pour some sugar on me - Def Leppard http://defleppard.com/The milk song - LandyboxEl Paso - Mary RobbinsBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/Girls night out - The JuddsTears on my pillow - Sha Na NaFamily affair - Mary J. BligeExit - In my dreams - Dokken
Golf and football talk live from Dirty Martin's Place on the UT campus w/hosts Ed Clements and Scotty Sayers. Ben Clements from The End Zone Club joins in this week.
Carmen got a treat last night with a FaceTime call from The Judds ( or...at least, the second version of them as The Heath family was dressed as the famous musicians for Halloween festivities). for King & Country had to reschedule their Tampa concert for Hurricane Milton. Now's your chance to win some tickets to see them on Monday night at Amalie Arena. A second version of "the ark" could be in the works. Dave told us all about a version being discussed for the moon. And that...
Carmen got a treat last night with a FaceTime call from The Judds ( or...at least, the second version of them as The Heath family was dressed as the famous musicians for Halloween festivities). for King & Country had to reschedule their Tampa concert for Hurricane Milton. Now's your chance to win some tickets to see them on Monday night at Amalie Arena. A second version of "the ark" could be in the works. Dave told us all about a version being discussed for the moon. And that...
Evan and Amanda review "Rockin' With the Rhythm" by The Judds. Happy Tuesday! Find us on Facebook: The Worst Podcast on Mars Find us on Instagram: worstpodonmars Send us an email!: worstpodonmars@gmail.com
In 1986, country music duo The Judds had a hit with the song Grandpa ( Tell Me 'Bout the Good Old Days). It is a nostalgic country song in which the singer feels overwhelmed by the rapid changes in modern life. The phrase Good Old Days is often used to evoke an unfavorable comparison of how it is now to some idyllic remembrance of times gone by. The truth is that while things may have seemed much simpler then, there were still difficulties and struggles to endure. Our forefathers endured economic hardships, active world wars, and unsanitary conditions, and very often had to engage in arduous labor to make a living. Living through and surviving these difficult times can produce an overcomer's testimony of God's provision and faithfulness. Our elders have experience and wisdom to share. If we only listened, we might avoid the mistakes and mishaps they endured. Rather than longing for the good old days, we should focus on how God kept and blessed our elders and continues to do so today. We need to hear about the victories, even those that happen after making poor decisions. Grandpa has not always been grandpa; along the way, he made mistakes. It is essential to learn that God kept and delivered him through those difficult times. God is the same yesterday, today, and tomorrow. If He saved and protected then, He will do it again. Our children need to hear about when Grandpa almost quit but stayed the course and how that turned out. We must not speak of God's goodness and saving grace in the past tense. Look not to the God of the good old days but to the God of all days. We must describe and show how wonderful God is so that current and future generations will see it.
In 1986, country music duo The Judds had a hit with the song Grandpa ( Tell Me 'Bout the Good Old Days). It is a nostalgic country song in which the singer feels overwhelmed by the rapid changes in modern life. The phrase Good Old Days is often used to evoke an unfavorable comparison of how it is now to some idyllic remembrance of times gone by. The truth is that while things may have seemed much simpler then, there were still difficulties and struggles to endure. Our forefathers endured economic hardships, active world wars, and unsanitary conditions, and very often had to engage in arduous labor to make a living. Living through and surviving these difficult times can produce an overcomer's testimony of God's provision and faithfulness. Our elders have experience and wisdom to share. If we only listened, we might avoid the mistakes and mishaps they endured. Rather than longing for the good old days, we should focus on how God kept and blessed our elders and continues to do so today. We need to hear about the victories, even those that happen after making poor decisions. Grandpa has not always been grandpa; along the way, he made mistakes. It is essential to learn that God kept and delivered him through those difficult times. God is the same yesterday, today, and tomorrow. If He saved and protected then, He will do it again. Our children need to hear about when Grandpa almost quit but stayed the course and how that turned out. We must not speak of God's goodness and saving grace in the past tense. Look not to the God of the good old days but to the God of all days. We must describe and show how wonderful God is so that current and future generations will see it.
Six String Hayride Classic Country PodcastEpisode 44, The 1980s. The gap between Commercial (Alabama, The Judds) and Craft (Steve Earle, Dwight Yoakam, Emmylou Harris) widens as Country Music profits soar to new highs. Bluegrass and Rockabilly get hot with Vince Gill, Ricky Skaggs, Marty Stuart, Brian Setzer, and Dave Edmunds. Barbara Mandrell is so talented that she's really a fantastic pedal steel musician disguised as a blonde pop lady. Chris remembers singer Mel McDaniel and offers up a classic fried chicken recipe. Johnny Cash gets dropped by Columbia Records and goes cosmic with Willie, Kris, and Waylon as The Highwaymen. We are going to the Movies for 9-5, Urban Cowboy, The Empire Strikes Back, Star Trek Wrath of Khan, Indiana Jones,and The Blues Brothers. We pay respects to Marty Robbins, Muddy Waters, James Cagney, John Lennon and others. Chris and Jim take you through the rodeo that was the 1980's. Wherever you get Podcastshttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086513555749https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81625843
Wynonna Judd was one half of one of the most famous duos in country music history, and she's also been plenty successful out on her own. She was last on the show nearly three years ago, back during the height of the pandemic, and a lot has happened since then. On April 30th, 2022, the day before the Judds were inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame, she lost her mother, Naomi, to suicide, an event that upended her life and shook the world of country to its core. But Wynonna is back on her feet, and she's dealt with the emotional turmoil of that event by reconnecting with her fans and focusing on her music. She also talks about becoming a grandmother and shares a little bit of a brand new song. For more info visit: southernliving.com/biscuitsandjam Biscuits & Jam is produced by: Sid Evans - Editor-in-Chief, Southern Living Krissy Tiglias - GM, Southern Living Lottie Leymarie - Executive Producer Michael Onufrak - Audio Engineer/Producer Jeremiah McVay - Producer Jennifer Del Sole-Director of Audio Growth Strategy & Operations Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
AppleamazonFacebookYoutubeInstagramGable Burnett's new song “Trouble” starts off with a bang and takes off from there in a flat dead rocking country run. Her career as a recording artist, beginning with “Trouble,” should follow the same trajectory. “Should” not only because she writes some great music and “should” because she has the talent and the power voice, but “should” because she is working it.The song is clearly country, but rock is also in the mix, in generous measure. She agrees with that opinion to an extent. “I think it's all subjective at the end of the day. With the rock style instruments we put in there, we have a kind of rockabilly, old school sound, but people who are hardcore into rock and the sub genres of rock might not consider it rock.”However it might be considered, the music is fun and danceable and the lyrics are fun and listener singable. You will be singing it out loud before you know you're doing it.“Trouble,” which she co-wrote with Andi Renfree, who wrote “The Buffalo Grass” for Chris LeDoux, is the first song in this new phase of her career. She has been performing for years, and for the last couple has been putting out music on the streaming platforms, but with new manager Lisa Kyser of Ten East Ten West, she now has direction.Gable has pulled her previous catalogue and it will be re-released in the distribution plan for her music. Before 2018, she was in opera as part of a studio in Richardson, Texas, and did opera kinds of things, like singing in seven different languages and performing in the Carnegie Hall honors series, where she won some scholarship money.She participated in National Association of Teachers of Singing competitions “and all this kind of high classical stuff.” “But I really didn't start trying to figure out what I wanted to do and performing more of what I wanted to do until 2018, when I moved to Nashville. Even though I had that classical background and education, I knew I didn't want to be a teacher and I knew I didn't want to sing opera over in Europe, and those are pretty much the only two options you have in that classical path.” Country at first wasn't in the running for what she wanted to do. She was “messing around with pop and different stuff,” but her family didn't want her to go to Los Angeles or New York. Family friends connected to the Gatlin Brothers suggested country. “At the time, the main thing was the Florida-Georgia line and a lot of bro country, and there's nothing wrong with that, but it just wasn't my style. I was like, ‘Oh, I don't want that. I don't want to sing about boots and trucks and blah blah blah.' And they said, ‘No no no! You're good. Listen to some Johnny Cash and Dolly Parton. Here's some artists and some songs. Go listen to that and come back.'”She took the advice.“They were right,” she said. “I love the storytelling aspect. I love the history behind it. I love the culture behind it. I love everything about country music. It ties into so much of my life, where I grew up and everything, that I was taken aback that I hadn't discovered how wonderful it was sooner.”She paused for a second, thinking about that, then said, “Well, I grew up in a household where I was only allowed to listen to Christian music for years.” She says now her two main inspirations are Dolly and David Alan Coe. She also references The Judds, Patsy Cline, Tammy Wynette — “all the women who've been really big in country music, who've come before me and definitely paved the way for me to be able to do what I'm trying my best to do.” When she says “trying,” she means putting in some hard work. “This is basically the start of everything for me,” she said. “I've got four jobs, and both my parents helped me, too. I got all these different side hustles just trying to make the dream come true.” She has shows booked in August, more songs ready to put out, “other things in the pipeline that we're getting pre-recorded to put out after thatBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/creator-to-creators-with-meosha-bean--4460322/support.
Lola Kirke has played many roles as an actress (“Mozart in the Jungle,” “Gone Girl,” “Winning Time”), but as a musician her sights have always been set squarely on Country. After relocating from Los Angeles to Nashville in 2020, Kirke devoted herself to honing the craft she'd come to admire so deeply in artists like The Judds, The Pistol Annies, and Dolly Parton. Shortly thereafter, she released her critically acclaimed sophomore LP “Lady For Sale” on the much respected Third Man Records in 2022, and played sold out shows with the likes of Jenny Lewis, and Margo Price. This past February Lola made her Grand Ol Opry debut and most recently become the newest addition to the cast of Ryan Coogler‘s untitled supernatural thriller for Warner Bros Pictures which will be released next year. https://www.lolakirkemusic.com/ https://www.theartcareer.com/ @lolakirke
Where were you in 1985? The Judds were singing about an amazing Grandpa. "Grandpa Tell me 'bout the good old days Sometimes it feels like This world's gone crazy". My guest today is Matthew Thomas. Matt is in law enforcement. Matt's bond with his grandfather, a veteran of World War II, was profound and enduring. Through stories of courage and sacrifice, his grandfather instilled in him the significance of honor, duty, and integrity. Beyond recounting tales of battlefields, he imparted invaluable life lessons, emphasizing the weight of a handshake as a symbol of trust and respect. More than a gesture, it embodied the integrity and commitment Matt's grandfather lived by. Furthermore, he underscored the importance of service to others, illustrating how one's actions can make a difference in the lives of those around them. Matt's grandfather taught him about history and the essence of being a compassionate and conscientious individual, leaving an indelible mark on his character and values. Join me as we walk in Matt's shoes.
This week Andrew and Ben have a word inspired by our 2nd (insert air horn sound) review code (and for the PS5 no less)! But first… a little bit of housekeeping featuring the one and only star of a single “The Three Stooges” episode, the "magic” 8-ball. As you know, the gentlemen are fond of complicated math, so prepare for that AND a long definition segment. Other topic diversions include: self help books, Ironwood Studios' first release “Pacific Drive,” beverages, Juice Newton, superhero movies, French food, Ben's review of Juicy Realm,” and 2VP merch ideas. 00:00:21 - Sausage, Tucson's Zine Festival, and Andrew gets help from Asplenia Studios! 00:02:40 - Ben's “almost first kiss,” 2VP merch possibilities, and help from Dr. Faith Harper 00:07:22 - Low budget time travel, a borscht-centric show, and Bethesda games on PS5 00:09:07 - Playing Pacific Drive, the joys of repair putty, and the “Herby-esque” station wagon 00:12:02 - Sort of a college word, and calculating the Magic 8-Ball equivocation percentage 00:17:20 - Magic 8-Ball facts, an obscure “The Three Stooges” episode, and cocktail concepts 00:19:05 - Brendan Fraser, the Orange Julius, in Swedish, and prune juice is helpful sometimes 00:23:10 - Juicing up, too soon, usage over time, cratered in the 1970's, and pulp preferences 00:26:19 - Meat juice, a favorite kindergarten food of Ben, AZ snails, and living in slug country 00:30:05 - A direct to bathtub situation, the Tim Burton Superman movie, and the multiverses 00:33:36 - Superhero popularity waning, favorite food truck movies, and Colm Meaney roles 00:37:27 - The Fall Guy theme, the Beetlejuice window, and one of Ben's favorite Judds 00:39:35 - The origin of a slogan, fruit chews facts, and coastal Oregon's saltwater taffy 00:43:25 - Andrew's Juice Newton memory, Deadpool movies, and the “Queen of Hearts” song 00:47:50 - The theory springs a leak, bringing the horns, and a new tagline for the show 00:49:56 - The story of Juicy Realm, movers and shooters, the gameplay loop, and avocados 00:52:30 - A comic strip style, PS5 is not required, powers and weapons, and saving seeds 00:55:15 - Taking chances with weapons, the four biomes, room types, and less than the cost 00:58:04 - Three ups, two payers, four sticks, no cups, three downs, and Ben recommends 01:01:21 - Fan art creations, a cup of coffee, “comfy” tracksuit merchandise, and final thoughts A BIG THANK YOU to PM Studios and Team Critical Hit for our PS5 review key for “Juicy Realm!” Ben's Review of Juicy Realm 3 UPs: - 2 player local Co-op - Amazingly goofy Sunday funny paper cartoon graphics with a wide variety of creative weapons - After clearing the game the first time, difficulty modifiers are added so you can accumulate more seeds when you clear a biome, but it is entirely optional. 3 DOWNs: - No Option for online co-op gameplay - Some minor UI anomalies do exist that make weapon modifier selection difficult at times - Not balanced as much as I would have hoped… there is one character selection that is clearly superior and a number of weapons that are the most effective DO BUY/PLAY… If you want a thrifty purchase with an arcade-like feel, but with the some of the variation, depth, and replay value of a rouge lite! If you like games similar to Hades and Cult of the Lamb, you may want to check it out. Even at full price, it's a steal! Follow Andrew / Partly Robot Industries His website: https://partlyrobot.com/ On Instagram: https://instagram.com/partlyrobot On TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@partlyrobot On Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/partlyrobot Follow Two Vague Our website: https://www.twovaguepodcast.com On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/two_vague_podcast On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@twovaguepodcast For show appearance and other inquiries, contact us at: twovaguepodcast@gmail.com References, Links, and Tags #Podbean #DIYPodcast #ApplePodcast #VideoGames #Trivia #Comedy #Talkshow #2VP #TwoVaguePodcast #PodernFamily #InterviewShow #GamersofThreads #Gamer #JuicyRealm #TeamCriticalHit #PMStudiosInc #SpaceCan
We look at how The Judds bring their acoustic-with-attitude vibe to the sultry, electric piano-infused "One Man Woman". Slow, dark, and bluesy is the order of the day on this late-career Judds single, but what does a sonic atmosphere like that have to do with the lyrics' insistence on monogamy?
The iconic folk duo Indigo Girls ask Handsome a delightfully musical question on this week's episode. Plus balls, French accents, the Judds, and much more! And don't forget to watch the new film featuring the music of Indigo Girls, "Glitter & Doom", out March 8!Handsome is hosted by Tig Notaro, Mae Martin, and Fortune FeimsterFollow us on social media: @handsomepodMerch: handsomepod.comWatch on youtube: youtube.com/@handsomepodEmail the show: handsomepod@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dolly Parton and Lainey Wilson collaborated together for a cover of the song, “Mama He's Crazy” on the “Tribute to the Judds” album. AND A man named Joe uncovered not one, but two tangled squirrels in what he initially thought was just a heap of snagged garbage bags. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godupdates.com/dolly-parton-and-lainey-wilson/ https://www.godupdates.com/tangled-squirrels-rescue/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Let's welcome to the Georgia Songbirds Family, Danita, Dahlia, Shila, and Karen otherwise known as Dirt Road Angels. These ladies came on the show and we had such a blast. When I say we laughed and got sidetracked that would be an understatement. We talked harmonies, reality tv, Dolly Parton, The Judds, cornbread and so much more. We laughed so hard and I really enjoyed making new friends. We even listened to a few of their songs, watched videos and told some funny stories. Make sure to follow these talented ladies and tune into our conversation --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegeorgiasongbirds/message
THIS EPISODE CONTAINS A TRIGGER WARNING Debunking a Slipknot myth, Iron Maiden's “crotch fruit” make their way in the music world, and the family tribulations of the Judds. If you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health, please contact the National Alliance on Mental Illness HelpLine at 1-800-950-NAMI (6264), or if you or anyone you know is having suicidal thoughts, please call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-TALK. Become a J-Lope and follow us on social media, you can find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Tiktok. Brought to you by Wicked Apple: Produced By: Sam Damask, Gini Mascorro, Jenny McGee Executive Producers: Joe Groves, Marla Watson Original Music By: Charles Mooney and Lisa Umbarger Kazoo Solo By: Courtney Mooney Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
TOM WOPAT was so much more than the famous actor in DUKES OF HAZZARD, he is also a world class musician and songwriter. One of the most recognizable faces on television, actor-singer continues to enjoy a major career on stage, screen and in the recording studio. BILLY DEAN & PAUL OVERSTREET are two of the most respected and successful artists in country music. Billy Dean has hits like “Billy the Kid” and “Somewhere In My Broken Heart.” Paul co-wrote “A Long Line of Love“, “Love Can Build a Bridge” for The Judds, “Forever and Ever, Amen” for Randy Travis and so many other huge songs. REESE CARROLL is an 11 year old banjo picker from Nicholasville KY.
Wynonna Judd was one half of one of the most famous duos in country music history, and she's also been plenty successful out on her own. She was last on the show nearly three years ago, back during the height of the pandemic, and a lot has happened since then. On April 30th, 2022, the day before the Judds were inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame, she lost her mother, Naomi, to suicide, an event that upended her life and shook the world of country to its core. But Wynonna is back on her feet, and she's dealt with the emotional turmoil of that event by reconnecting with her fans and focusing on her music. She also talks about becoming a grandmother and shares a little bit of a brand new song. This episode includes mentions of suicide. If you or someone you know may be having thoughts of suicide, please consider reaching out to a suicide or crisis lifeline. In the United States, you can dial 988 for help. For more info visit: southernliving.com/biscuitsandjam Biscuits & Jam is produced by: Sid Evans - Editor-in-Chief, Southern Living Krissy Tiglias - GM, Southern Living Lottie Leymarie - Executive Producer Michael Onufrak - Audio Engineer/Producer Jeremiah McVay - Script Editor Jennifer Del Sole-Director of Audio Growth Strategy & Operations Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Welcome back!!Follow me as I unpack the third season of our Just Keep Jamming podcast. I will be sharing my experiences on the challenges, successes, and the desire to create a nurturing space for my child at home, as well as for open dialogue on a podcast that is more than what it seems. Our journey together offers not only an engaging listening experience but also life lessons and a platform for mental health awareness. We'll explore the art of revisiting dreams, the joy of new endeavors, and the unexpected inspiration from unlikely places. Additionally, we'll toast to Josh Cabernet Sauvignon, our wine of the week. We'll also touch on heartwarming initiatives that have helped raise $50,000 for Maui families affected by the fires. Lastly, we'll groove to the 'song of the week' from the Judds, 'Love Can Build a Bridge', as we anticipate my upcoming All is Bright Tour. So, let's hit play and jam together, celebrating the shared human experience that brings us closer.That was written by AI! Pretty cool huh? Gonna try this out to save time until i can find an actual human co-host and editor. Taking applications ;) xoAnuheaSupport the showYou gotta know, you're not alone. JUST KEEP JAMMING ONPatreon: www.patreon.com/anuheajamsInstagram: instagram.com/anuheajamsFacebook: facebook.com/anuheajamsWebsite: AnuheaJams.com
Welcome to episode One of The Music Saved Me Podcast with one of America's most widely recognized and awarded female country musicians in history: Wynonna Judd. Wynonna has had 19 number-one singles, including those with The Judds, making her one of the best-selling country artists of all time. In 2022, Wynonna was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame as a member of The Judds. The Music Saved Me podcast is hosted by Lynn Hoffman and each episode will explore the healing power of music with a variety of artists, telling their inspiring stories. Wynonna discusses the impact of music in her life at an early age, how it shaped her personal path, and most importantly how it continues to save her to this day. You will hear Wynonna bare her soul discussing the deep challenges she has faced in her life with an uplifting perspective on the healing powers of music. It was recently announced that more than two dozen artists will pay homage to The Judds, with a 14-song collection called "A Tribute to The Judds" celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the band including Wynonna, Jelly Roll, Lainey Wilson, Blake Shelton, and more releasing later this fall. Look for the next episode of Music Saved Me with special guest Jelly Roll. For more information go to https://musicsavedme.net The Music Saved Me Podcast proudly supports Musicians on Call, the nation's leading provider of live music in hospitals. Musicians on Call volunteers have performed for more than one million individuals in healthcare facilities nationwide. For information on volunteering or donating go to https://www.musiciansoncall.org
Andrew Ripp is not an overnight sensation. He's been at this songwriting thing for years now, achieving success in 2005 by co-writing the hit “Shine On” for Ryan Cabrera, and collaborating/ writing for Cory Asbury, The Wait and Ben Rector, The Judds, and others. But success came at a cost. A personal battle with addiction cost Andrew almost everything that mattered to him. But God... Andrew gave his life to Jesus and his story is just getting started. Celebrating 15 years of sobriety, Andrew has found a new kind of freedom, success, and sweetness in life in this season. His songs like “Fill My Cup” and “Jericho” have become anthems for those of us who have fallen in love with Jesus and are amazed by how He changes everything. I am so excited for you to meet Andrew Ripp! He's my guest on the podcast and he has an amazing story of God's intervention in his life.
Check out this bonus Friday mini episode from one of the greatest iconic American Country Music Singers of our generation Wynonna Judd. She is one of the most awarded singers with 19 number one singles including those with The Judds.Wynonna is heading on tour with an amazing community of artists such as Brandi Carlile, Kelsea Ballerina and Tanya Tucker and others in celebration of The Judds legacy.Check out TheJudds.com for more information.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bobby has a conversation with the King of Nashville. Music executive Joe Galante has been named as one of the 2022 inductees to the Country Music Hall of Fame. He joins the list that includes Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Jerry Lee Lewis, the late country singer Keith Whitley. Joe talks with Bobby about how he got his start in New York which led him to making a splash in Nashville where he became the youngest person to ever be the head of a record label. He talks about signing major acts to their first deal like: Alabama, The Judds, Kenny Chesney, Dave Matthews Band and more! Joe Galante also opens up about his late friend Keith Whitley who will be inducted with him this fall. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.