Podcast appearances and mentions of Levi Hummon

This week on Diving In Deep with Sara Evans! Sara welcomes Levi Hummon, the talented son of renowned songwriter Marcus Hummon. In this engaging conversation, Levi shares his journey in the music industry, from his early days in Nashville to his recent successes, including his hit song "Paying For It" featuring Walker Hayes.Discover the challenges and triumphs of trying to make it as an artist in today's ever-changing music landscape. Levi opens up about his experiences with record deals, the importance of social media, and the influence of his family, including his mother, Becca Stevens, who runs the impactful organization Thistle Farms.Tune in as they discuss songwriting, collaboration, and the unique bond between Levi and his father, Marcus. Plus, get a glimpse into Levi's personal life as he shares exciting news about his upcoming wedding!Listen to Unbroke: (https://ffm.to/seunbroke). About Levi Hummon:Singer-songwriter Levi Hummon spent his early 20s practicing his art, but his immersion into country music started much, much earlier. From the day he was born, his father Marcus Hummon, (one of Nashville's most prolific GRAMMY-winning songwriters [The Dixie Chicks, Tim McGraw, Rascal Flatts]) immersed Levi in the music scene, and It didn't take long to realize the apple didn't fall far from the tree. At 24, Levi began releasing music of his own. Cleancut and compelling, he told stories of love and loss while building a loyal fanbase that has grown with him through every bend and break. As a Nashville native who was inspired by the legacies around him and had an undeniable gift of songwriting, it was no surprise that 5 years, 30 released songs, and 100 million streams later as an independent artist, Levi had created a name for himself. In 2021, his viral Walker Hayes collaboration sensation “Paying for It” cemented Levi's status as a rising country star. This sparked a new sense of confidence both on stage and in writing rooms that allowed him to discover the magnitude of his potential as an artist, and a new authentic version of Levi emerged. His follow-up tunes, “Bottled Up,” “For Me,” “Good Riddance,” and “Drink On” are the product of just that. Hummon says, “taking risks, finding my own voice, and showing the scars and roughness around the edges allowed me to portray the most honest version of myself”. Coming off of his first headlining tour in the Fall of ‘21, Levi found himself to be in high demand in the spring and summer of 2022. Warming up the stage for acts like Hardy, Jordan Davis, Brett Eldridge, Brett Young, and Dylan Scott, he was able to experience in person the effects of this momentum and the reward for being unapologetically himself. While listeners across genres are creating the demand now more than ever for both a 90's country comeback and an early 2000's alternative rock revival, Levi's new music has established a unique lane paved by boLET'S BE SOCIAL:Follow Levi Hummon:Instagram – (@levihummon)TikTok – (@levihummon)Facebook – (@levihummon)Website -- levihummon.comFollow Diving in Deep Podcast:Instagram –(@divingindeeppod)TikTok – (@divingindeeppod)Twitter – (@divingindeeppod)Facebook – (@divingindeeppod)Follow Sara Evans: Instagram – (@saraevansmusic)TikTok – (@saraevansmusic)Twitter – (@saraevansmusic)Facebook – (@saraevansmusic)Produced and Edited by: The Cast Collective (Nashville, TN)YouTube – ( @TheCastCollective 

Make some noise about dither ya'll! Daniel talked about how mastering flow is like songwriting, how to null check audio files, his hybrid mastering signal chain, why Wavelab is so cool, monitor levels, Ozone 11, and the magic of an old Mackie mixer. Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Daniel Bacigalupi, a Minnesota native who has been mastering music in Nashville for 15 years. Daniel began his career at Ithaca College in New York where he earned a B.M. in Sound Recording Technology under the direction of Alex Perialas. Upon graduation, he moved to Nashville and began a 6 year career at Georgetown Masters with renowned Mastering engineer Andrew Mendelson.  Daniel opened dB Masters in Green Hills in 2014 before teaming up with Grammy Award-winning engineer Pete Lyman and Infrasonic Mastering. He now works out of Infrasonic Nashville and continues to work on projects across a variety of genres. Daniel has mastered for a range of artists including Gabby Barrett, Darius Rucker, Parker Millsap, Parmalee, Kane Brown, Levi Hummon, Ross Copperman, Republican Hair, Ginny Owens, Hey Romeo, Here Come The Mummies, Phoebe Hunt, and more. Thank you to Raelynn Janicke, Reid, and Pete Lyman For the Introduction! THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS! http://UltimateMixingMasterclass.com https://www.adam-audio.com https://www.native-instruments.com Use code ROCK10 to get 10% off! https://www.izotope.com Use code ROCK10 to get 10% off! https://gracedesign.com/ https://RecordingStudioRockstars.com/Academy  https://www.thetoyboxstudio.com/ Get your MBSI plug-in here! https://www.makebelievestudio.com/mbsi  Listen to this guest's discography on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3MPeoXnayV4T9ZIUIkroOk?si=17d0aec48f7a4db0 If you love the podcast, then please leave a review: https://RSRockstars.com/Review CLICK HERE FOR COMPLETE SHOW NOTES AT: https://RSRockstars.com/470

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On this episode of Coffee, Country & Cody we welcome Marcus and Levi Hummon & Charles Esten! Find more on Marcus Hummon at https://www.marcushummon.net/, Levi Hummon at https://www.levihummon.com/ , and Charles Esten at https://www.charlesesten.com/  Nothing gets a morning started better than “Coffee, Country and Cody.” The show’s namesake is Country Music Disc Jockey Hall of Famer and affable television personality Bill Cody. Joining Bill is his producer/sidekick/sports guy/fellow brilliant conversationalist, Charlie Mattos. And rounding out WSM’s dynamic morning crew is Kelly Sutton, Nashville’s go-to entertainment journalist. Together, Bill, Charlie and Kelly start every weekday off with great music—country, bluegrass, Americana, Opry cuts, and live studio guests, the latest news, entertaining features, and more. Coffee, Country & Cody airs LIVE Monday - Friday! You can listen on WSM 650 AM, and watch on Circle Country through the CircleNow app, and stream on Roku, Samsung TV Plus, Peacock, Vizio, Xumo, Redbox, Sling, and Fubo! About WSM Radio: WSM is the most famed country music radio station in the world. Each day since it first signed on in 1925, the station has shared country, bluegrass, and Americana music, as well as the excitement of Music City with friends in Middle Tennessee and listeners around the world. Listen anytime on 650 AM, WSMradio.com, or our free mobile app.   Connect with WSM Radio: Visit the WSM Radio WEBSITE: http://bit.ly/650AMWSM Follow WSM Radio on TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@wsmradio Like WSM Radio on FACEBOOK: http://bit.ly/WSMRadioFB Check out WSM Radio on INSTAGRAM: http://bit.ly/WSMRadioInsta Follow WSM Radio on X: http://bit.ly/WSMRadioTweets Listen to WSM Radio LIVE: http://bit.ly/WSMListenLive Listen to WSM on iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/live/wsm-radio...

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We had the pleasure of interviewing Levi Hummon over Zoom video!Singer-songwriter Levi Hummon spent his early 20s practicing his art, but his immersion into country music started much, much earlier. From the day he was born, his father Marcus Hummon, (one of Nashville's most prolific GRAMMY-winning songwriters [The Dixie Chicks, Tim McGraw, Rascal Flatts]) immersed Levi in the music scene, and It didn't take long to realize the apple didn't fall far from the tree. At 24, Levi began releasing music of his own. Cleancut and compelling, he told stories of love and loss while building a loyal fanbase that has grown with him through every bend and break. As a Nashville native who was inspired by the legacies around him and had an undeniable gift of songwriting, it was no surprise that 5 years, 30 released songs, and 100 million streams later as an independent artist, Levi had created a name for himself. In 2021, his viral Walker Hayes collaboration sensation “Paying for It” cemented Levi's status as a rising country star. This sparked a new sense of confidence both on stage and in writing rooms that allowed him to discover the magnitude of his potential as an artist, and a new authentic version of Levi emerged. His follow-up tunes, “Bottled Up,” “For Me,” “Good Riddance,” and “Drink On” are the product of just that. Hummon says, “taking risks, finding my own voice, and showing the scars and roughness around the edges allowed me to portray the most honest version of myself”. Coming off of his first headlining tour in the Fall of ‘21, Levi found himself to be in high demand in the spring and summer of 2022. Warming up the stage for acts like Hardy, Jordan Davis, Brett Eldridge, Brett Young, and Dylan Scott, he was able to experience in person the effects of this momentum and the reward for being unapologetically himself. While listeners across genres are creating the demand now more than ever for both a 90's country comeback and an early 2000's alternative rock revival, Levi's new music has established a unique lane paved by both the influence of bands like Maroon 5, Weezer, and The Clash, and the Nashville community of songwriters he grew up with in his own backyard. As a country artist with now over 160 million streams, pulling from his skateboarding past, counter culture nostalgia and surfer aesthetic, Levi Hummon is paving the way for something big that hasn't quite been seen before. While hellbent on carrying on the family legacy, Levi Hummon is very much here to write his own story. Named one of Entertainment Weekly's “5 Artists Breaking Now” and Rolling Stone Country's “One to Watch”, it looks like his biggest chapter yet is right around the corner.We want to hear from you! Please email Hello@BringinitBackwards.comwww.BringinitBackwards.com#podcast #interview #bringinbackpod #LeviHummon #NewMusic #ZoomListen & Subscribe to BiBhttps://www.bringinitbackwards.com/followFollow our podcast on Instagram and Twitter! https://www.facebook.com/groups/bringinbackpodThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4972373/advertisement

Your weekly country news update for the week of 7/24 featuring an interview with Levi Hummon! Brought To You By Rebels & Renegades Festival 

With a family rooted in country music and amazing songwriting, Levi Hummon is making his mark in the music industry & on TikTok by working with artists like Walker Hayes & the Jonas Brothers. LISTEN as Savage gets more of the tea...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Episode 57, Levi Hummon talks about what it was like growing up in Nashville and what made him want to pursue music! Levi Hummon is a singer-songwriter based in Nashville.  He has toured with Tim McGraw, LadyA, KeithUrban, Kelsea Ballerini, SamHunt, and others.  He is a Nashville Native and has been around music his […]

In Episode 57, Levi Hummon talks about what it was like growing up in Nashville and what made him want to pursue music! Levi Hummon is a singer-songwriter based in Nashville.  He has toured with Tim McGraw, LadyA, KeithUrban, Kelsea Ballerini, SamHunt, and others.  He is a Nashville Native and has been around music his […]

Country singer/songwriter Levi Hummon is a rising star on the country music scene. He is the son of Marcus Hummon, one of Nashville's most prolific GRAMMY-winning songwriters who wrote for the Dixie Chicks, Tim McGraw, and Rascal Flatts. Levi is the headliner for the 2023 St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund Highway to Hope Benefit concert at the Cotton Eyed Joe in Knoxville, Tennessee on April 22nd. Levi has released 30 songs with over 160 million streams in just five years. He was named by Rolling Stone County as One to Watch. He has built a solid fanbase with his tremendous songwriting skills and relatable stories of love and loss. His music and his commitment to paying it forward are nothing short of fantastic. Tune into this episode of The Truckers Network Radio Show when Shelley Johnson learns more about the benefit concert, what motivates Levi, and features some of his music. Be sure to subscribe to our podcast. It's free. https://www.cottoneyedjoe.com/shows/highway-to-hope-april-22/ https://www.levihummon.com/ https://tncradio.live/ https://app.thetruckersnetwork.net/  #LeviHummon #MarcusHummon #CountryMusic #StChristopherTruckersReliefFund #HighwayToHope #Truckers #CommercialDrivers #Trucking #Music #ShelleyMJohnson #TheTruckersNetworkRadioShow #TNCRadioLive 

In Part 2 of our conversation with rising country artist Levi Hummon ahead of the April 22 Highway To Hope Benefit Concert, we spend some time exploring Levi's songwriting influences. As we shared in Part 1, Levi is the son of Grammy-winning songwriter Marcus Hummon. In Part 2, Levi talks about the impactful community work […] The post Benefit Concert Series 2023: Interview With Levi Hummon, Part 2 appeared first on PodWheels Powered by Radio Nemo.

The Highway To Hope Benefit Concert is just around the corner and we have the first of four special artist series podcast episodes that we will be sharing with you. To kick things off, we have the first segment of a two-part interview with Levi Hummon, a rising country music artist who will be headlining […] The post Benefit Concert Series 2023: Interview With Levi Hummon, Part 1 appeared first on PodWheels Powered by Radio Nemo.

Get inspired by Levi Hummon's journey - from growing up in Nashville with a Hall of Fame songwriter father and a preacher mother to finding his own path in music.

Kyle May, is a working drummer, writer, and producer in Nashville, TN. He currently plays for Maddie & Tae and Billy Ray Cyrus. Additional touring credits include Lindsay Ell, Runaway June, Brandon Lay, and Carter Faith. He's cut for artists like Lynyrd Skynyrd, Jimmie Allen, Matt Stell, Clay Walker, Levi Hummon, Willie Jones, Walker Hayes, to name a few. The best part about recording from his home studio is chasing sounds, parts, and more for producers and artists from Nashville to everywhere else in the world. In this episode, Kyle talks about:    His early interest in remote tracking    The creative freedom that comes from tracking from home    How he delivers his tracks (raw or processed)    Building upon your strengths and interests    Posting high quality content and it's benefits    Tips to instantly level up your sounds    Creating sample packs    Creating helpful and educational content

Levi Hummon, Singer/Songwriter

Drew Baldridge talks with Levi Hummon all about his career and future plans for 2023!

This week Jacob visits with singer/songwriter Levi Hummon. Levi Hummon is an American country musician. Hummon is the son of country musician Marcus Hummon. Levi Hummon released his first self-titled EP in 2016. In 2018, he released his second EP titled Patient. Hummon has opened for country music artists Tim McGraw, Keith Urban, and Lady Antebellum and performed multiple shows at the Grand Ole Opry. In 2019, he launched his first headlining tour, the Drop of Us Tour with 16 tour dates across the United States. In 2019, he released his single, "State I'm In." Hummon's music has been featured on Spotify's New Music Friday official playlist in addition to New Boots, Wild Country, Fresh Country, and Next from Nashville playlists. In 2019, Hummon was named the face of Amazon Music's official Introducing: Country playlist along with the cover of Spotify's Hot Country playlist. He opened for Hunter Hayes on the Closer to You Tour. Real Conversations with Jacob Young is brought to you by Boys Town.  FOLLOW JACOB: Instagram  Facebook Twitter

#WindyCityJoes #LeviHummon #PayingForItWindy City Joe's Michael & Jackson sit down with Levi Hummon to talk about his hit song Paying For It, as well as his recent work with Walker Hayes. Levi Hummon is an American country musician. Hummon is the son of country musician Marcus Hummon. Levi Hummon released his first self-titled EP in 2016. In 2018, he released his second EP titled Patientsubscribe for more content - https://linktr.ee/windycityjoes Presented by Untied EntertainmentPartnered with Joe's Bar, Joe's Live! in Rosemont, & Carol's PubMusic: I'm Never Drinking Again by Josh Kiser

Gainin' Fast on Memphis: The Podcast | Show NotesEpisode 107: We Welcome in Singer/Songwriter Levi Hummon. Levi was surrounded by songwriting since he was a young kid, but it's who he has become as an independent artist that is defining him as an artist today. Connect his Melodies & Memories on the Gainin' Fast On Memphis: Podcast.Show Links:https://www.gaininfastonmemphis.com/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gainin-fast-on-memphis/id1489564658https://www.facebook.com/GAININFASTONMEMPHIShttps://www.youtube.com/c/GaininFastOnMemphishttps://www.instagram.com/fastonmemphis_podcast/Sponsor Links:https://www.arlorevolution.com/https://poddecks.com/  (USE CODE: FASTONMEMPHIS)https://onetreeplanted.org/Guest Links:http://levihummon.com/https://www.instagram.com/levihummon/https://www.facebook.com/levihummonofficial/ Help Support & Grow the Podcast, our Patreon is what keeps the show going, we have tiers starting as low as $1. Sign up for a full year & get 2 months FREE!Find your tier today!https://www.patreon.com/GaininFastOnMemphisSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/GaininFastOnMemphis)

Meet Levi Hummon who is on his way to stardom with the help of viral TikTok star and country artist Walker Hayes (Fancy Like). They co-wrote and sing together on this catchy tune and of course there is a signature dance you can see on TikTok!

Levi Hummon and Toad talk Fishing in Michigan, being drunk on a boat, a new website soysauceandwasabi.com ha ha, his […] The post Levi Hummon sittin’ with Toad talking new music, fishing, ole smoky and more appeared first on TOAD'S TUNES.

Levi Hummon and Toad talk Fishing in Michigan, being drunk on a boat, a new website soysauceandwasabi.com ha ha, his […] The post Levi Hummon sittin’ with Toad talking new music, fishing, ole smoky and more appeared first on TOAD'S TUNES.

My boyfriend, Levi Hummon, has toured with country artists like Keith Urban, Lady A, and Tim McGraw. He is true to himself and strives every day for his career, family, and fitness! That's why I asked him to join me to answer questions you listeners sent in! He dives deep into his past and what led him to his career today, growing up with his influential parents, & gives advice on anyone wanting to pursue music or Nashville. Oh, and you get to know a bit more about us as a couple. Please rate and review this podcast as I love hearing feedback!

In this week’s episode of Man-To-Man, the boys bring on the young and talented country artist, Levi Hummon! Son of Grammy award winner and songwriter Marcus Hummon, Hummon followed in his father’s footsteps and is on the cusp of becoming a star in the music industry. Recently dropped his latest single “A Home,” Hummon talks about the inspiration behind writing the song, falling in love, and foreshadowing this song to be included in his first official album. Tune in to the show to hear Hummon talk about the defining moment that led him to pursue music, touring with artists like Hunter Hayes and Tim McGraw, and what he’s up to next! Enjoy the episode and subscribe, AHA! Fiverr.com https://track.fiverr.com/visit/?bta=203419&brand=fiverrhybrid Man-To-Man Website https://mantomanpodcasts.com/ Follow us Instagram @mantomapodcast https://instagram.com/mantomanpodcast?igshid=cu5pilgyhm6b Twitter @mtmNBAshow https://twitter.com/mtmNBAshow Facebook @ Man-To-Man Podcast https://www.facebook.com/ManToManPodcasts TikTok @mantomanpodcast https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMJH4uDhh/

Singer/Songwriter/Artist Levi Hummon (@levihummon) and Olivia (@olivialanemusic) break down Levi's musical journey in Nashville. From having it all (the label deal, the publishing deal, the position every young artist dreams of) to walking away from it, Levi discovers his authentic self as an independent artist, emerging stronger and more "on-brand" than ever. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/olivialanemusic/support

Hummon’s drive is what makes him stand out from the rest. He emphasizes the hard work that goes into each of his songs. The lyrics come straight from the heart, while the production and vocals are true to him. Hummon’s sincerity is one that makes his artistry stand out; growing up, he learned from his father that this is the most important tool of success. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/yeppodcast/support

Imogen chats to Levi Hummon about his new track 'Wedding Dress,' writing with his father and success in Nashville.

Super excited to announce a new series of the podcast we are calling "Music City Spotlight - Emerging Artists Making a Positive Impact". The first guest we had the pleasure of meeting was with Levi Hummon! Levi is an up and coming country artist here in Nashville, TN. From his bio: "One of those rare artists that was both born and raised in Nashville, Levi cultivated a lot of that determination on his own, but some of it is pure DNA. His father is GRAMMY award-winning, singer/songwriter Marcus Hummon and his mother is CNN “Hero of the Year” recipient Reverend Becca Stevens. Levi witnessed firsthand how to dream big and how to make those dreams happen. But growing up in Nashville and being the eldest son of such accomplished parents didn’t cement his destiny in the city’s ever-evolving music business. In fact, there was a time when Levi didn’t even consider music as a future." Levi spent time in Florida pursuing a degree in Visual Arts and is a talented painter in addition to being an incredible artist/singer/songwriter. He eventually made his way back to Nashville and decided to focus on performing and making music. He has quickly made a big name for himself. Opening for artists like Sam Hunt, Kelsea Ballerini, Dwight Yoakam, Martina McBride and more! His new LP "Patience" is getting great reviews and big streams on Spotify/Apple Music. He is definitely on the come up and is doing some big things on a national level! In addition to being passionate about making great music and growing his career as an artist, Levi has also grown up around philanthropic efforts his mother has done like creating "Thistle Farms" a nonprofit that helps women survivors of trafficking, prostitution, and addiction find healing, hope, and freedom. This organization has helped countless people and is a staple in the Nashville community. Definitely a great example of what is going right! Levi has been involved with work his mom has done with Thistle Famrs and does other philanthropic work as well! Levi is a great example of everything Spread The Positive and is doing some amazing work in music and beyond! Very grateful to have had the opportunity to speak with Levi! Be sure to follow him on social media and stream his music! Thanks for all you are doing to Spread The Positive Levi! IG/Twitter@levihummon www.levihummon.com

Levi Hummon swings by the studio to talk his first ever headlining tour, his latest single "State I'm In", how his songwriting career in country music came to be and more! (This interview was from back in October so some of the events talked about in the episode have since passed. Apologies if there is any confusion! Trying to time these episodes out properly!)

Levi Hummon is earmarked for stardom! He shares his star studded lineage and his journey in country music along with an incredible full circle story!

Jim Casey talks with Levi Hummon about: being born and raised in Nashville watching the city change over his 27 years growing up with a successful songwriting father, Marcus Hummon being influenced by all genres of music, including the Ramones and the Clash the homegrown singer/songwriters coming out of Nashville, including Thomas Rhett and Tucker Beathard studying sculpture and painting in college before transitioning to music building a songwriting catalog by co-writing with his dad stepping away from his record deal with Big Machine finding his voice, both literally and figuratively releasing his new six-song EP, Patient opening shows for Dwight Yoakam, Kelsea Ballerini, Sam Hunt and more hitting the road, including a stop at War Memorial Auditorium on Dec. 6 for the Nashville House Concerts the non-profit his mother Becca Stevens started called Thistle Farms Show Participants: Levi Hummon Jim Casey, NCD editor in chief

Bobby gets an uncomfortable request from Dancing With The Stars. The crew narrows down Amy's new win song. Also, Bobby talks to new artist Levi Hummon. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Singer/songwriter Levi Hummon is here telling us about his just-released EP, “Patient.” Levi is the son of hit songwriter Marcus Hummon, and he has been forging his own path touring with Sam Hunt, Kelsea Ballerini, Kip Moore and his duet partner on “Love Heals,” Alison Krauss. That last song was inspired by the work his mother, Becca Stevens, does with Thistle Farms to help women get off the streets and get on their feet making amazing bath and home products. An amazing story! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Welcome to Season 2 of Pitch List! To celebrate the start of the season, Chris sits down this week with father and son Marcus and Levi Hummon. Both songwriters and recording artists, and each from a different era of music, Levi and Marcus talk about staying true to yourself in the industry. Listen on to hear some hilarious Grammy Award stories, what it’s like writing songs with your dad, and how they each found their place in commercial music as multitalented artists and writers. And, don’t forget to go to pitchlistpodcast.com or visit us on social media to watch the performances from this episode. https://americansongwriter.com/american-songwriter-podcast-network/

Levi Hummon is a country music singer who is making an imprint on the Nashville community! Local to Music City, Hummon grew up surrounded by country music’s legendary talents. This week, he joins Cody Alan and Marley Sherwood on Cody Cast. So what do lotions, selfies, and Steven Tyler have in common? You will have to listen to find out.   Levi Hummon’s EP is expected in October. Cody is ON DEMAND and can be seen on the Hot 20 Countdown, Saturday and Sunday at 9am/8c on CMT. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Today's podcast was recorded in Plantsville, Connecticut, at the annual meeting of the Episcopal Church Women. Becca Stevens, founder of Thistle Farms, was the guest speaker. They have a fabulous website and extensive social media presence on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, Pinterest, and Instagram. Check them out (and shop for great stuff and to support their work): https://thistlefarms.org/  Before her presentation, ECCT's Bishop Laura Ahrens delivered a sermon at a celebration of the Eucharist. We decided to package the sermon and the talk together. The sermon comes first and is about 13 minutes) followed by Becca's talk, about 30 minutes, including some great music. Bishop Laura's sermon was taken from the Gospel passage about "abiding in God's love." She began by sharing an experience while out on a run in New Haven: She she met a homeless man who recognized her as a runner, and shared some of his karate moves with her. The way he recognized and affirmed her ("you're a runner!) reminded her of how Jesus sees people - welcoming all, getting to know them and include them as companions. It encouraged her to be curious about the stories of others and see the world as God sees it. Then she talked about diners and the many kinds of people and conversations that take place there. What she had learned from Becca Stevens, she said, was that a diner can also be a place where a person might come to rest from their trafficking life. She asks, "I wonder how ... our participation, in God's mission, calls us to share God's love with others, so that they might abide in safe shelters and restful places, as well as the loving arms of God." Becca Stevens talk, which follows the sermon on the podcast, started by showing a TV interview by Jenna Bush, which we didn't include because of audio quality, length, and copyright. In the podcast we start where she says hello to everyone and shares that she was born in Milford, Connecticut, living there very briefly before her family moved to Nashville, Tennessee. Becca begins by expressing her thanks and admiration for the Episcopal churchwomen, and in particular, for their annual church fairs. "I know it was the women of the church that gave me such strength, and faith, in my life," she said, adding that everything she needed to learn about running her multi-million-dollar organization she she learned at church bazaars, run by Episcopal Church Women. You need to listen to how she explains how they work and why it's life-giving! It's much more than raising money - it about an "economy of love" - and the Church Women taught her that. Then she went on to describe how she used those lessons as she started to work with the women who are "survivors of trafficking, prostitution, and addiction." From getting a safe place to live and healthy food, to meaningful work. Thistle Farms is known for its many products - bath and body lotions in particular - created by its residents. "The Episcopal Church Women reminds us that justice is the platter upon which our worship needs to be served," Becca said. You may not be able to attend or consider another gathering of Episcopal Church Women in the same way, after hearing this! Becca, who is an ordained Episcopal priest, is married to songwriter Marcus Hummon. Their son, Levi Hummon is also a songwriter (you need to hear why he chose than instead of priesthood). Becca plays a song he wrote, and performed with Alison Krauss,"Love Heals," which is a tribute to the women of Thistle Farms. (We include it with her permission). Or find it here on YouTube. The podcast end with a witness and a song by a Thistle Farm-er, a survivor named Doris who now works with the organization. You can find it here, too, on YouTube. We think you’ll not only enjoy this podcast but be blessed as well, and inspired by the work of church women, Becca Stevens, Levi, and Doris, and so many others.

These father and son singer/songwriters may be a generation apart, but musically they are very much in tune. In this episode, persistence and belief is a recurring theme that appears in story after story. From Marcus getting a call out of the blue from country singer Wynonna to Levi receiving a message from rocker Steven Tyler, these artists with shared bloodlines embrace these surreal, make-or-break career moments and rise to the occasion with grace and humility. Subscribe and download on your favorite podcast platform: Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Tune In, Stitcher. Robert K. Oermann hosts this music-filled romp as part of our Nashville Sessions with the series producer, Brad Newman along for the ride. Like us on Facebook. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram. We want to know what you think. Pitch us an artist, or simply spread the word and find out more about the series. #childrenofsong