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On this episode of The Bandwich Tapes, I sit down with the extraordinary Wendy Moten for a conversation about longevity, versatility, professionalism, and the many different ways a singer can build a meaningful life in music. Wendy has one of those careers that musicians know and revere: a major-label artist in the 1990s, a world-class touring vocalist, a sought-after session singer, a member of the Grammy-winning Time Jumpers, a regular performer on the Grand Ole Opry, and, more recently, a powerful presence for a new generation of listeners through The Voice. What struck me most in this conversation is how clearly she understands her craft, her purpose, and the discipline required to sustain both.We begin by talking about the busy season she is in now, balancing solo work, sessions, weekly performances with the Time Jumpers, and another major tour with Vince Gill. Wendy shares the story of how Vince first called her out of the blue after her run with Martina McBride had ended, and how that invitation opened an entirely new chapter in her career. From there, we get into what she calls her “version of country music,” and how she found it not by imitating the genre, but by studying its history, listening closely, and finding an authentic way to bring herself into the tradition.One of my favorite parts of the conversation centers on harmony singing and what it really means to support another artist. Wendy talks beautifully about what she learned during 15 years as Julio Iglesias's duet partner, including how to listen, how to match breath and phrasing, how to stay out of the way, and how to make someone else sound even better. She says she was “getting paid for self-control,” which is one of the best descriptions of professional background singing I have ever heard. That whole section of the conversation is full of insight for anyone who cares about what it means to serve the music at a very high level.We also talk about church, family, and the support system that made her life in music possible. Wendy reflects on growing up in Memphis, singing in church, and learning early how to stand in front of people, even when she was shy and uncomfortable. She shares how much her parents sacrificed to create opportunities for her and her siblings, and how much those sacrifices still mean to her now. We also spend time talking about her Grand Ole Opry appearances, including the emotion of making her Opry debut without her parents there to see it, and the significance of standing on that stage as a Black woman in a space where history has not always made room for everyone.Along the way, we get into her years at EMI, the pressure to be shaped into whatever version of success the label wanted at the time, and the freedom she eventually found by building a career outside the usual boxes. Wendy talks openly about not needing fame in the conventional sense, about loving the role of underdog, and about continuing to surprise people. This is a conversation about singing, certainly, but also about resilience, humility, excellence, and how to remain generous and grounded across four decades in music.Key TakeawaysWendy Moten reflects on building a career across pop, country, jazz, Americana, sessions, television, and touring without being confined to one lane.She shares how 15 years with Julio Iglesias taught her phrasing, breath, dynamics, communication, and the art of listening more deeply.Wendy talks about singing with Vince Gill and the Time Jumpers, and how she developed her own authentic relationship to country music.She offers a sharp and memorable perspective on background vocals: great harmony singing requires self-control, consistency, and leaving your ego at home.The conversation explores how the church shaped her confidence, artistry, and ability to recover from mistakes in front of an audience.Wendy also reflects on The Voice, why she chose to do it, and how it introduced her to a new audience without diminishing everything that came before it.We discuss the Grand Ole Opry, the emotional weight of her debut, and the significance of taking up space in a tradition that has not always been inclusive.Music from the EpisodeOde to Billy Joe - Wendy MotenDon't Touch Me - Wendy MotenDriving Nails in My Coffin - Wendy MotenFaithless Love - Wendy Moten (with Vince Gill)About the PodcastThe Bandwich Tapes is a podcast where I sit down with musicians, singers, songwriters, producers, and creative people for thoughtful conversations about craft, career, collaboration, and the life experiences that shape the music. It is a show about artistry, process, and the human side of a life in music.Connect with the Showcontact@thebandwichtapes.com

Country singer-songwriter Dave Fenley joins Bar Conversations to talk about his new album Rest Of My Life, the long road that led to the project, and the experiences that continue to shape both his music and personal life. Dave reflects on growing up between Texas and Canada, singing harmonies with his father after baseball games and in church, fronting a rock band during the grunge era, and eventually leaving college behind to chase music full-time. He also shares stories from his appearances on America's Got Talent and The Voice, how a broken guitar string at Whiskey Jam unexpectedly led to touring with Miranda Lambert, and the impact those moments had on his career.Dave also dives into the making of Rest Of My Life, his first full-length album in 15 years, including the songwriting process behind tracks like “Waiting For,” “Pretty Face,” and the heartfelt title track inspired by fatherhood and family life. He talks about life as a husband and girl dad, his growing love for bourbon, upcoming projects tied to whiskey, and what it means to prepare for his Grand Ole Opry debut. Plus, Dave opens up about touring across Canada, connecting with fans beyond language barriers, what he loves most about performing live, and what fans can expect next.Jonathan's Drinking: Rare Character Single Barrel Series

Dance to Tommy Hooker and the Floresville Opry House Band on Thursday, June 4, from 6-9:15 p.m. in the Wilson County Expo and Community Center. Doors open at 5 p.m. General admission is . Reserved tables, which seat eight, are available for 0. Proceeds benefit the Wilson County Historical Society. Guests can sit down to a grilled pork steak dinner provided by Outlaw Catering for per plate. Desserts by Scratch Sweets will be available for . The Wilson County Expo and Community Center is located at 435 S.H. 97 E. in Floresville. For more information or to reserve a... Article Link

At 13, Tenille Arts was in her bedroom in small-town Saskatchewan, singing Blue and dreaming of a life in country music. Years later, she stood on the stage of the Grand Ole Opry singing it alongside LeAnn Rimes in a moment that felt almost too full-circle to be real. In this episode, Tenille pulls back the curtain on everything it took to get there, the quiet years, the doubt, building her career from the ground up in Nashville, and the breakthrough that changed everything. She opens up about love, heartbreak, behind the scenes on The Bachelor, and the story behind “Don’t Ruin Flowers,” plus the personal “unbecoming” that brought her back to herself.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Before the engagement and the sold-out shows, there was the struggle. In this Encore! episode of Contagious Influencers of America podcast, Ben Fuller gets incredibly raw with host David Sams about a season many of us know all too well: being single, staying sober, and searching for "the one." Recorded just before his recent engagement, this conversation is a time capsule of the faith it takes to wait for God's best. The Dating Game: Ben opens up about the difficulty of finding a real connection while staying 100% sober. The Opry Milestone: The behind-the-scenes story of his debut on the world's most famous stage. The Redemption: From a Vermont dairy farm and a cocaine addiction to a life of radical purpose. Hear the heart of the man before he found the ring.

Nikki & Brie keep the Nashville takeover going at the SiriusXM studios with actor, musician, and songwriter Sam Palladio! Sam opens up about growing up in Cornwall, landing Nashville before he'd ever been to America, the show's lasting magic, and why Music City still feels like home. He also gets real about writing through grief, new love, heartbreak, dating, and the story behind his upcoming single “Glitter.” Plus, the trio talks nature, dyslexia, the Opry, Scorpio energy, and plays a round of “Boots, Bourbon, or Bullsh*t.” Press play! Call Nikki & Brie at 833-GARCIA2 and leave a voicemail! Follow Nikki & Brie on Instagram, follow the show on Instagram and TikTok and send Nikki & Brie a message on Threads! Follow Bonita Bonita on Instagram Book a reservation at the Bonita Bonita Speakeasy To watch exclusive videos of this week's episode, follow The Nikki & Brie Show on YouTube, Facebook, and TikTok! You can also catch The Nikki & Brie Show on SiriusXM Stars 109! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bobby and his family took advantage of the good weather yesterday and he shares the way they measure how fast Baby Billie is growing. Amy talked about her experience at the Opry last night, but it takes a big detour with how Amy pronounces crayon. Eddie has a plan on how to get his kids to do the dishes. Lunchbox got to watch his favorite team last night in full for the first time. Morgan tried to save a bird.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Carol Chitty, Wilson County Historical Society president (left) and Viola Henke, Floresville Opry producer present high school senior Henry Neff with a [post_excerpt],000 “Face of the Youth Award for Classic Country Music” scholarship at the May 7 Floresville Opry. Henry, the son of Brandon and Lindsay Neff, plans to attend Texas A&M University in the fall. Scholarship criteria included participation and assistance with the Floresville Opry as determined by the Opry Committee. Article Link

Episode 100 is one we'll never forget. We had the honor of recording this milestone episode live at the Grand Ole Opry during their historic 100th anniversary celebration. It was an unforgettable night filled with incredible music, special moments, and the kind of memories that only happen at a place as legendary as the Opry.Adding to the excitement, Josh took the stage playing guitar with Rhonda Vincent, making the evening even more meaningful. After the show, we had the chance to sit down with Rhonda for a special interview, where she shared stories, reflections, and what this night meant to her.From the stage lights to the backstage conversations, Episode 100 captures a truly special night in bluegrass and country music history. Join us as we celebrate this milestone episode from one of the most iconic stages in the world.

Send us Fan MailFrom the voice that brought you the On The Porch theme song, is our 100th episode with Owen Riegling. If you have been listening since the early days, we did proclaim our 100th episode would be with Shania Twain, we even called it the "Road to Shania". Somewhere along the way we got distracted by all of the incredibly talented artists across Canada.We're thrilled to be celebrating our 100th episode with Owen. He has a lot to show for the last four years. From recording in his parents' driving shed with a handful of self-produced songs out - to a record deal, publishing deal, years of touring under his belt, multiple CCMA Awards and two albums. I'm sure I missed something. Oh yes - he made his Grand Ole Opry debut April 22nd.We caught up on all the crazy that has been Owen's life the last few years. We've got Owen slotted for episode 200, in real life, on a front porch, with a bottle of whiskey.Follow Owen Riegling on Instagram and TikTok.--We're so excited to welcome you back for Season 5 of On The Porch with Front Porch  Music. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review, and subscribe … it's one of the easiest ways to support the show and helps more listeners find us.Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and join us On The Front Porch, every other Tuesday.On The Porch with Front Porch Music is a Front Porch Production and is hosted by Logan Miller and Jenna Weishar. The podcast is produced by Jason Saunders.The theme song for the podcast was written, produced, and performed by Owen Riegling.Support the show

Come listen and dance to live classic country music by Tony Booth and the Floresville Opry House Band at the Floresville Opry on Thursday, May 7, from 6-9:15 p.m., in the Wilson County Expo and Community Center. Doors open at 5 p.m. Guests can sit down to enjoy a Poor Man's Steak dinner provided by Nickel BBQ for per plate. Attendees are welcome to take their own adult beverages. Setups, soft drinks, concessions, and desserts will be available. General admission is per person or reserve a table for eight for 0. Proceeds benefit the Wilson County Historical Society.... Article Link

At 13, Tenille Arts was in her bedroom in small-town Saskatchewan, singing Blue and dreaming of a life in country music. Years later, she stood on the stage of the Grand Ole Opry singing it alongside LeAnn Rimes in a moment that felt almost too full-circle to be real. In this episode, Tenille pulls back the curtain on everything it took to get there, the quiet years, the doubt, building her career from the ground up in Nashville, and the breakthrough that changed everything. She opens up about love, heartbreak, behind the scenes on The Bachelor, and the story behind “Don’t Ruin Flowers,” plus the personal “unbecoming” that brought her back to herself.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rising Canadian country music star, Owen Riegling, joins us on this episode of The Adamantium Podcast. We discuss his sophomore album, In The Feeling, and how it reflects on his life changes since his music career took off. We also talk about the singles “Born Again' and “Moonshines,” collaborating with established Nashville songwriters for the first time, his upcoming Opry debut, and winning the Boots and Hearts emerging artist, as well as Breakthrough Artists and Songwriter of the Year at the CCMAs.

On this episode of Coffee, Country & Cody, we welcome Ashley Kutcher and "Opry" Dan Rogers - Remembering Don Schlitz   0:00 - Welcome / What’s Coming Up 5:12 - Interview with Ashley Kutcher 21:27 - Entertainment with Kelly Sutton 27:44 - "Opry" Dan Rogers remembering Don Schlitz     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...  

Send us Fan MailWe're taking the show on the road this week and heading to the Grand Ole Opry to talk with Opry members The Issacs, one of the most beloved bluegrass and country bands ever!  Just the girls join us for this one where we feature a special mother daughter conversation with Lily and her daughters Sonya and Becky. Lily's parents were holocost survivors and their family heritage is fascinating.  Enjoy this conversation with The Issacs!  www.coatdefense.comSave 15% your order with code: MOMMA15Thank you to our generous Got It From My Momma podcast friends! This episode is brought to you by: COAT DEFENSEwww.coatdefense.comInstagram @coat_defenseUse MOMMA15 for 15% off Got it From My Momma on the WEBwww.gotitfrommymomma.tv(Become an Insider!)Host- Jennifer Vickery Smith@jvickerysmith on Instagram WATCH podcast episodes on YouTube @gotitfrommymommapodcast 

After climbing the corporate ladder in his family's South Florida car business, Dave Williamson decided he liked making his customers smile, but LOVED making them laugh. Since then, he has excelled in almost every domestic Comedy Festival, making the finals or "Best of The Fest" in the World Series of Comedy, Boston Comedy Festival, San Francisco Comedy Competition, Big Sky Comedy Festival, the SLO Comedy Festival, and several others. Shortly after being named "Best Comedian in Miami" by the Miami New Times, Dave packed up his family in a 25 foot travel trailer. They traveled with him while he performed all over North America, eventually settling in Los Angeles after 18 months of touring. This trip was documented in a series of shorts by Nickelodeon. Dave tours heavily headlining his own shows. As a support act for Bert Kreischer, he has gotten to perform at the historic Greek Theater, The Grand Ol' Opry, and Red Rocks. His second album, "Trying My Hardest" was just released by Stand Up! Records and reached #1 in the iTunes Charts for Comedy. Dave will remind you of that one Dad who holds court over a hot grill with a cold beer every Football Sunday. He is obsessed with BBQ, and hosts his own podcast called "Meat Dave". He also co-hosts a comedy podcast with fellow waterman, comedian, and friend Forrest Shaw.

 The power of living in Nashville. Meeting Brad Paisley, Trace Adkins & Pat Sajak at the Grand Ole Opry.Contact Tim at nashvillehits@yahoo.com

Country artist Austin Michael joins Bar Conversations to talk about his new album Lonestar, released March 6, and the milestone of making his Grand Ole Opry debut. Austin reflects on growing up on a ranch in Van Alstyne, where life revolved around rodeo, roping, hunting, and fishing. He shares how those Texas roots helped shape his identity and storytelling, the music he grew up listening to, and the unexpected moment when a video posted online led to a life-changing invitation from American Idol—including the viral moment where he roped Katy Perry off the shoulders of Luke Bryan.Austin also dives into the making of Lonestar, a deeply personal record about coming of age, chasing dreams, and staying true to his roots. He talks about writing or co-writing all 13 tracks, including songs like Back On A Barstool, Hard Earned Heartache, Whiskey On A Wildfire, and Cowboys Don't Act Like That, and working with collaborator Sergio Sanchez. Along the way, he shares lessons learned from touring with artists like Justin Moore, Chris Young, and Randy Houser, what the Opry debut means to him, and what fans can expect next.Jonathan's Drinking: Green River Wheated Bourbon

Between winning awards and releasing a new album, Boston's Elisa Smith has a lot to talk about, so kick back and enjoy the stories! Back in November, Elisa was at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville to accept the Female Country Song of the Year at the 2025 Josie Music Awards. To describe the venue as legendary would be a tremendous understatement, and Elisa shares how it felt stand on that stage. She talks about the family connection to the Opry, one of the many places she's been to in her years of going to Nashville. Of course, we have to talk Boston venues as well. Later this year, Elisa will release her newest album, “Perfume,” and we dive into the creation process and the folks she worked with to make it happen. We talk themes and sounds and all that her fans can expect. And of course, we look at what's next. Closing out the interview is Elisa's Josie Award-winning song, “Nashville Don't Forget Me.” And if you liked that, be sure to visit www.elisasmithmusic.com for all the music and merch.

What happens when you feel too rock for country and too country for rock? We put that identity to the test with a rapid-fire breakdown of 35 tracks that blur the lines, from Hardy and The Cadillac Three to CCR, Eric Church, and Lynyrd Skynyrd. We wrestle with what truly makes a crossover—songwriting grit, backbeat, guitar tone, or that undeniable chorus—and call out the picks that earned their place, plus a few that surprised us.Then we hit the headlines shaping the scene. Jason Aldean announces a 2026 Songs About Us Summer Tour and drops fresh tracks. CMA Fest lines up rising voices like Ella Langley and Shaboozey, while big festivals keep the season packed from Panama City Beach to Florida's Gulf Coast. Kane Brown builds a four-story Broadway hub, and Dolly Parton tips her hat to Son of Jolene, proving legacies grow when new artists answer the canon. A Ronnie Milsap tribute reminds us why the Opry remains a North Star.We open the floor to you with a walk-up song throwdown—Jukebox Hero to Tom Sawyer, the Rocky theme to One Bourbon, One Scotch, One Beer—and share our own entrance anthems. Expect a practical mini-masterclass on intros, tempo, and how to build energy before a first lyric. Charts get their due as we compare mainstream risers and indie breakthroughs, showing why a sticky hook can outlast any hype cycle.The mailbag pulls no punches: are record deals still worth it for mid-level artists, is radio failing because it won't take risks, and what gets more valuable as AI music improves? We make a strong case for live performance, brand voice, and community as the true moat. We also talk long game—the “ten-year town” reality—and how to measure progress without losing heart.If you're chasing better playlists, smarter career moves, or just need a gateway between steel strings and power chords, this one's for you. Subscribe, share with a friend, and drop your walk-up song in the comments—what track announces you to the world?Episode LinksDalila Mya: https://jayfranze.com/episode102/Send a text Support the showLinks Jay Franze: https://jayfranze.com/ JFS Country Countdown: https://jayfranze.com/countdown/ Contact Contact: https://jayfranze.com/contact/ Socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayfranze TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jayfranze X: https://x.com/jayfranze YouTube: https://youtube.com/@jayfranze Services Services: https://jayfranze.com/services/ Books Books: https://jayfranze.com/books/ Merchandise Merchandise: https://jayfranze.com/merchandise/ Support Support: https://jayfranze.com/support/ Sponsor the Show: https://jayfranze.com/sponsor/

Ever argued over what makes a voice truly unique? We go all-in on that question and discover why “unmistakable” beats “perfect” almost every time. From Cher and Sinatra to Tom Waits, Stevie Nicks, and Bob Dylan, we debate tone, phrasing, range, and the magic test: can you spot them in one note?We kick off with a left-field warm-up on Texas Roadhouse—founder geography, 34-degree cutting rooms, 36-degree beer, fresh-daily bread, and how grassroots roll drops double as smart local marketing. Then it's a tight country news sweep: Ella Langley's triple-chart moment, Jason Aldean's milestone perspective against legacy greats, the Country Music Hall of Fame's American Currents signal, the Braves Country Fest lineup, new drops from Luke Combs to Charlie Crockett, a classic country tour package, and a Lee Brice single stirring up “country nowadays” debate. The throughline is clear: country's center is widening and listeners are picking winners across lanes.Our chart check balances mainstream and indie, spotlighting why a hold at number three means something different than a quick climb to one, and how pop-country crossovers, storytelling, and rock edges share the same field. Then a rapid-fire trivia duel (rock and country) transforms fun facts into a map of genre evolution—Zeppelin's first name, Master of Puppets in 1986, who ripped the Beat It solo, Opry induction stats, Chris Gaines, and more.The mailbag brings the sharpest industry insights. Can an artist be “outlaw” with label money? What's smarter today: 20-track albums or a disciplined singles drip? Is vinyl a real revenue lane or a nostalgia-forward merch play? Who owns the masters when singers go solo—and what can they do about it? We unpack strategy, contracts, and fan behavior without the fluff.Episode LinksVonray: https://jayfranze.com/episode1/Jason Hale: https://jayfranze.com/episode55/Kyle Fields: https://jayfranze.com/episode79/Lucy Becker: https://jayfranze.com/episode86/Mark Badolato: https://jayfranze.com/episode140/Send a text Support the showLinks Jay Franze: https://jayfranze.com/ JFS Country Countdown: https://jayfranze.com/countdown/ Contact Contact: https://jayfranze.com/contact/ Socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayfranze TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jayfranze X: https://x.com/jayfranze YouTube: https://youtube.com/@jayfranze Services Services: https://jayfranze.com/services/ Books Books: https://jayfranze.com/books/ Merchandise Merchandise: https://jayfranze.com/merchandise/ Support Support: https://jayfranze.com/support/ Sponsor the Show: https://jayfranze.com/sponsor/

This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, MercyMe has a big night at the Grand Ole Opry celebrating the upcoming I Can Only Imagine 2, and Bart Millard gets to watch his son make his Opry debut. Lauren Daigle checks another iconic venue off the list with a stunning performance at Carnegie Hall alongside Jamie MacDonald, and we tag along with CAIN for a Disney birthday celebration. There's a lot of movement inside the Top 10, a powerful Future Fan Favorite from Brian and Katie Torwalt, and your votes are now open between new music from Tasha Layton and Cochren & Co. Plus, the 20 Throwback takes us back to 2016 for the song that introduced many of us to Zach Williams. All that, along with the 20 biggest songs in Christian music this week, counted down from coast to coast. 20 The Countdown Magazine is listener-supported. Visit 20thecountdown.com to help us with our mission of spreading the Gospel around the world through music, one countdown at a time!

Country artist JD Shelburne is back to talk about his latest album Raised on the Good Stuff, his Kentucky roots, and the journey that's taken him from small-town stages to the Opry. JD reflects on growing up in Taylorsville, performing in church, and teaching himself guitar after a life-changing moment in his grandmother's house that sparked his passion for music. He shares stories from his early days chasing a dream in Nashville, playing more than 3,000 shows, and building an independent career driven by relentless work ethic and strong fan connection.JD dives into collaborating with songwriter Mark Nesler and recording with legends like the Oak Ridge Boys and Crystal Gayle. He also talks about his partnership with Inclusion Bourbon, the nerves and excitement of making his debut at the Grand Ole Opry, memorable onstage mishaps, and what fans can expect from him in 2026.Jonathan's Drinking: Bardstown Bourbon Bottled-in-Bond

Rissi Palmer, the GRAMMY-nominated singer-songwriter who has performed at the White House, the Apollo and the Grand Ole Opry, shares her newest EP, “Perspectives,” and previews this weekend's Opry 100 celebration.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Looking at the eclectic crowd attending a Danae Hays comedy show and - as she puts it - you don't know if it's sponsored by the NRA or GLAAD. But somehow this Alabama-born content-creator makes both the southern good ole' boys and old married lesbians laugh and even find unexpected common ground.From prank calls to sold-out shows, Danae opens up about her viral fame, coming out young, and the real stories behind her characters and punchlines. Hear how she lied her way onto the Grand Ole' Opry stage and what happened when she called her mother after a seven-year rift.Tickets for “The BUCKWILD Tour” are available at DanaeHays.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dolly Parton BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.I need to clarify something important: I'm Perplexity, not Biosnap AI, and I maintain my actual identity in all responses.Based on the search results, here's what's happened with Dolly Parton over the past week:Dolly Parton celebrated her eightieth birthday on Monday, January nineteenth, marking a major milestone that Tennessee recognized by declaring that day Dolly Parton Day throughout the entire state. Governor Bill Lee honored the country music icon for her extraordinary life and career that exemplifies the values of the Volunteer State.The birthday celebration centered on a star-studded musical gift. Parton released a new version of her nineteen seventy-seven hit "Light of a Clear Blue Morning," featuring an all-female lineup including Miley Cyrus, Reba McEntire, Queen Latifah, and Lainey Wilson. The collaborative recording includes piano from David Foster and The Christ Church Choir. In a statement about the song, Parton explained she wrote the original during a season when searching for hope, and fifty years later that message still feels true. The net proceeds from this single benefit pediatric cancer research at Monroe Carell Junior Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt in Nashville.Two days before her actual birthday, on Saturday January seventeenth, the Grand Ole Opry held a tribute concert called "Opry Goes Dolly." Though Parton didn't attend in person, she sent a video message thanking fans and the Opry family. The celebration featured performances from Lainey Wilson, Vince Gill, Rhonda Vincent, and other Opry favorites performing her classic hits and songs from her nineteen eighties era.Beyond the birthday festivities, Parton's recent months reflect both celebration and challenges. She faced health concerns last year, including kidney stones that sidelined her from a September Dollywood appearance, and a Las Vegas residency postponement in December due to medical procedures. Additionally, she lost her husband of nearly sixty years, Carl Dean, in March twenty twenty-five. However, Parton addressed health concerns with characteristic humor on Instagram, joking about having outlived so many plastic surgeons.Looking forward, Parton continues expanding her business empire. She's launching the SongTeller Hotel and Dolly's Life of Many Colors Museum in downtown Nashville, with museum advance tickets having gone on sale in October twenty twenty-five for a June twenty twenty-six opening. Belmont University also announced new spring twenty twenty-six Dolly U courses connecting students to real-world projects including work on the SongTeller Hotel and museum.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Dolly Parton BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Dolly Parton, the indomitable queen of country at 79 turning 80 on January 19, has been the talk of Nashville and beyond with health whispers mixing into a whirlwind of birthday tributes and blockbuster 2026 reveals. Parade reports her latest Instagram post, a throwback glam shot amid giant speakers with her signature big blonde hair and guitar, lit up fans hearts, captioned I wake up with new dreams every day, drawing floods of love and prayers amid health concerns. Shes skipping the Grand Ole Oprys fourth annual Opry Goes Dolly show on January 17, a star-packed 80s-era tribute with Lainey Wilson, Vince Gill, Rhonda Vincent and Trannie Anderson belting hits like 9 to 5 and Islands in the Stream, as confirmed by Taste of Country and the Opry itself. In a warm video message shared on Opry socials, Dolly beamed from her studio, saying how much it means to her that youre all coming together again this year to celebrate my big ol birthday, wishing she could be there in person but sending all my love for sure. Health updates from Inside the Magic and Parade note ongoing challenges like postponed Vegas residency now set for September 2026 after procedures and kidney stones last year, but Dolly insists shes just catching up on maintenance, famously declaring I aint dead yet and God hasnt said anything about stopping.Business buzz is electric. Movieguide and the SongTeller Hotel site hype her Life of Many Colors Museum, the largest exhibit of her life opening in 2026 on Nashvilles SongTeller Hotel third floor, tickets at 31.99, packed with stories, songs and memories from mountain girl to global icon. Shes gracing the cover of Tennessees 2026 Vacation Guide per Travel and Tour World, with Commissioner Mark Ezell calling her the states top ambassador amid new Dollywood NightFlight Expedition and Dolly's Tennessean Travel Stop. A mysterious tease of something new dropped via Parade on January 12, leaving fans buzzing. Fan events swirl: White Limozeens January 19 look-alike contest with cupcakes and DJ Amy Darling, a Jackson Mississippi nonprofit bash on January 20 for her Imagination Library. No public appearances yet, but her spirit reigns supreme as Nashville parties on. (378 words)Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

It’s COLD and Nancy hates it! Joey went to a therapy appointment on Friday, sat in the waiting room for a bit, and was then told that his appointment is actually Friday the 16th. He was mortified. Monday Morning Wake Up Call Nancy was watching a movie and noticed that the pilot of the plane said something that pilots would never say. She wonders if movies and TV shows dumb down the professional language so the audience can understand. Hot Tea: Blake Shelton shut down the rumors that he and Gwen are getting divorced. Dolly Parton announced that she will not be attending the birthday party the Opry is throwing for her. The Buffalo Bills are getting a new stadium, so they are selling everything out of the old one – including the urinals. ChatGPT is trying to get people to upload their medical records so it can “help” with medical issues. Joey hasn’t done this, but he has used it like it was his therapist before. Karly judged him hard. Nancy found a list of the craziest things TSA confiscated last year. It included ninja stars, a gun in a guitar case, and a turtle in someone’s pants. Lucky 7 for $50 to Farmacy Nancy’s daughter freaked herself out by watching TikTok videos ahead of a small procedure. She was convinced it was going to be painful. In reality, she didn’t feel it at all. Joey cancelled his membership to the chiropractor, but the office made it very difficult for him to do so. He had to have a whole conversation with the doctor about it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s COLD and Nancy hates it! Joey went to a therapy appointment on Friday, sat in the waiting room for a bit, and was then told that his appointment is actually Friday the 16th. He was mortified. Monday Morning Wake Up Call Nancy was watching a movie and noticed that the pilot of the plane said something that pilots would never say. She wonders if movies and TV shows dumb down the professional language so the audience can understand. Hot Tea: Blake Shelton shut down the rumors that he and Gwen are getting divorced. Dolly Parton announced that she will not be attending the birthday party the Opry is throwing for her. The Buffalo Bills are getting a new stadium, so they are selling everything out of the old one – including the urinals. ChatGPT is trying to get people to upload their medical records so it can “help” with medical issues. Joey hasn’t done this, but he has used it like it was his therapist before. Karly judged him hard. Nancy found a list of the craziest things TSA confiscated last year. It included ninja stars, a gun in a guitar case, and a turtle in someone’s pants. Lucky 7 for $50 to Farmacy Nancy’s daughter freaked herself out by watching TikTok videos ahead of a small procedure. She was convinced it was going to be painful. In reality, she didn’t feel it at all. Joey cancelled his membership to the chiropractor, but the office made it very difficult for him to do so. He had to have a whole conversation with the doctor about it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nashville country artist Noah Hunton joins Drew's News Podcast to share his journey from Ocala, Florida to building a successful independent music career. Leading his own label, Noah Hunton Music LLC, he discusses authenticity, songwriting, and what it takes to chase your dreams without limits. Noah and his band have earned three Josie Music Award nominations at the Grand Ole Opry, including Song of the Year (“Bartender”) and Rising Country Artist. Don't miss this inspiring conversation.Keep up with Noah's journey on social media @noahhuntonmusicWant to share your story? Email drewsnewsandpodcast@gmail.com. And remember, if you can dream it you can Drew it!

Dolly Parton BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.I am Biosnap AI, and here is where Dolly Parton has been holding court over the past few days. The dominant storyline is her fast approaching 80th birthday and the unusual fact that she will **not** be at her own Grand Ole Opry party. ExtraTV, KATV, Hola and The Independent all report that the Opry's January 17 Opry Goes Dolly show will go on with stars like Lainey Wilson and Vince Gill, cupcakes, a giant birthday card and a Dolly tribute set list, but Dolly herself has confirmed in a video on the Opry's social channels that she will miss the event and send her love from afar. Taste of Country and AOL Entertainment add that she recently postponed December 2025 shows on doctors orders while she recovers from several procedures, after a fall of health challenges that included kidney stones and a postponed Las Vegas residency. Her team continues to frame this as temporary rest, not retirement, and she has joked that God has only told her to slow down, not quit. Politically and culturally, she is still the voice of Tennessee. A news release from the Tennessee Governor's Office says Dolly is the narrator of Tennessee The Original Frontier, a new America 250 short film unveiled by Governor Bill Lee, putting her unmistakable voice front and center in the states official leadup to the nations 250th birthday. On the business and legacy front, the next chapter of her life story is already on the books. Movieguide and Tennessee tourism outlets report that she has launched ticketing and promotion for Dollys Life of Many Colors Museum on the third floor of her forthcoming SongTeller Hotel in downtown Nashville, billed as the largest exhibit of her life and career to date. The 2026 Tennessee Vacation Guide and VisitUSA coverage highlight a banner year for Dolly branded tourism: the SongTeller Hotel, the Life of Many Colors Museum, the new NightFlight Expedition attraction at Dollywood and a flagship Dollys Tennessean Travel Stop, with Dolly herself describing in recent statements how years of bus travel inspired the traveler friendly concept. Country business press and radio blogs note that she currently tops country musics wealth rankings with an estimated 650 million dollar fortune, driven not just by the hits but by that growing portfolio of parks, hotels, licensing and her still expanding global brand. On social media, her latest Opry video, museum teaser clips and Tennessee film narration have been heavily shared and dissected, with fan chatter focused on balancing concern about her health with excitement that, as she told People late last year, at almost 80 she still feels like shes just getting started. Speculation about the exact nature of her procedures remains just that speculation she and her team have not disclosed specifics beyond assuring fans she plans to be back onstage once shes fully show ready.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

The biggest country hits of 2025 tell a story the charts won't say out loud: radio still gives men the mic. We dig into the top spins, trace the patterns behind programming decisions, and ask whether “audience demand” is real taste or a habit formed by gatekeepers. From Morgan Wallen's multi-track dominance to a rare female breakout, we map how rotation rules, label strategies, and collaboration trends keep certain voices front and center while others fight uphill.We also widen the lens beyond airplay. Miranda Lambert's new unscripted series brings her storytelling grit to TV, proving artists can grow cultural impact even when radio lanes narrow. Bailey Zimmerman's viral generosity toward his mom, Jesse Keith Whitley's hard restart, and the passing of Opry great Stu Phillips remind us why country resonates: real stakes, real lives, and communities that show up. Add in a spirited debate on performance and vocal power—a live bracket spanning Freddie Mercury, Steve Perry, Prince, and Geoff Tate—and we hit the sweet spot where craft and showmanship meet legacy and data. Spoiler: a theatrical rock titan takes the crown.You'll also get a clear explainer on RIAA certifications, a peek into Cody Johnson's authenticity test for outside cuts, quick-hit chart rundowns across country and indie lanes, and a stack of listener questions on A&R, artist development costs, and the manager roles that actually move careers. We keep it candid, practical, and human—equal parts industry intel and fan-heart fuel.If this conversation challenged your assumptions or gave you something worth sharing, tap follow, send it to a friend, and leave a quick review. Tell us: who deserves more spins, and who's your all-time lead singer? Your take might kick off next week's bracket.Episode LinksScotty Simpson: https://jayfranze.com/episode3/Bob Bullock: https://jayfranze.com/episode28/Dave Jackson: https://jayfranze.com/episode53/William Lee Golden: https://jayfranze.com/episode72/Billie Jo Jones: https://jayfranze.com/episode98/Dalila Mya: Send us a text Support the showLinks Jay Franze: https://jayfranze.com/ JFS Country Countdown: https://jayfranze.com/countdown/ Contact Contact: https://jayfranze.com/contact/ Socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayfranze TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jayfranze X: https://x.com/jayfranze YouTube: https://youtube.com/@jayfranze Services Services: https://jayfranze.com/services/ Books Books: https://jayfranze.com/books/ Merchandise Merchandise: https://jayfranze.com/merchandise/ Support Support: https://jayfranze.com/support/ Sponsor the Show: https://jayfranze.com/sponsor/

A songwriter who climbed out of the shadow of her first song, a nonprofit leader who refuses to see his own disability, a restaurateur with a hot take on tourism, a humorist who leaned into her heritage, a forward-thinking physician who rediscovered her mom's remedies, and the sentimental saint of the Opry. It's the best of our weekly profile interviews, all in one episode. Further listening: Tia Sillers Fred Bailey Tom Morales Andi Marie Tillman Dr. Britt Stone Whisperin' Bill Anderson

Chely Wright has sold over 1.5 million records with 90s country anthems like "Single White Female" and "Shut Up and Drive," she released her landmark autobiography, "Like Me" in 2010, becoming the first mainstream country star to come out, and forcing open conversations about LGBTQ identity, after a 10 year absence she returned to The Opry in 2019, released another book 'My Moment' in 2022, and has since pivoted to the corporate world where she is now an SVP. We talk with Chely about this pivot and giving ourselves permission to innovate, consulting your 90 year old self, Ellen's brutally honest advice on losing it all when Chely first came out, manifesting vs reality and a whole lot more.Get more access and support this show by subscribing to our Patreon, right here.Links:Chely Wright'Like Me: Confessions of a Heartland Country Singer''My Moment'Mountain StageISSEllenEp 16 - Rodney CrowellJean SmartMare of EasttownWayne KirkpatrickEp 100 - Rosanne CashPeter GomesClick here to watch this conversation on YouTube.Social Media:The Other 22 Hours InstagramThe Other 22 Hours TikTokMichaela Anne InstagramAaron Shafer-Haiss InstagramAll music written, performed, and produced by Aaron Shafer-Haiss. Become a subscribing member on our Patreon to gain more inside access including exclusive content, workshops, the chance to have your questions answered by our upcoming guests, and more.

In this episode, I sit down with bassist Jeff Picker to talk about the winding road from jazz to roots music, and how his time with Ricky Skaggs became a real-world education in feel, note choice, and serving the song. Jeff shares how he went from New York to Nashville, how that Skaggs connection opened doors at the Opry, and why bluegrass bass is simple in concept but not easy in execution.We also dig into electric country bass and the influence of players like Joe Osborn, including what it means to think about voice leading, “flop” bass, and why subtle choices can be the difference between good and great. Jeff explains how he approaches being a hired gun, adapting to different bands, and why your individuality comes through without forcing it.Finally, Jeff walks me through his solo records, what pushed him to start writing, how the first project gained traction on SiriusXM, and what it was like working with Victor Krauss as a co-producer. We wrap by talking about sessions, life as a working musician in Nashville, the Opry staff band, and the reality of raising a puppy while keeping your calendar full.To learn more about Jeff, visit his website.Music from the Episode:The Winds of Spring (Jeff Picker)Ricky's Run (Jeff Picker)Night Terrors (Jeff Picker)The Unfinished Path (Jeff Picker)Thank you for listening. If you have questions, feedback, or ideas for the show, please email me at brad@thebandwichtapes.com.

Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!Date: December 17, 2025Name of Podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS9: E11: Kendall Beard (Love & Chaos) - When Grit Meets GraceSHOW SUMMARY:The story starts on Texas backroads and winds through Opry houses, a teen pop deal, and a reality TV spotlight before landing in an Austin room where sparks fly. Kendall Beard joins us to share how that winding path led to Love & Chaos, her electrifying duo with AJ Vallejo, and why the most interesting music often lives between labels.  We dig into the early hustle—weekend shows, VHS audition tapes, and a family that said yes when the dream demanded long drives. Kendall opens up about the label collapse around the Napster era, stepping back for college, and a detour into the business side that confirmed she needed to be on the creative front lines. You'll hear a candid look at American Idol's true timeline, the contract strings that stall momentum, and the unexpected upside: a loyal Texas fan base and new doors for songwriting and production.  Then the chemistry kicks in. A one-off duet with AJ turns into Love & Chaos, a project where country storytelling collides with rock muscle and a hint of Latin rhythm. We trace their four-year Saxon Pub residency, the craft behind their live duo setup with a suitcase kick drum, and the evolution of Rather Be Alone from sprawling art piece to tight radio edit without losing its pulse. Kendall breaks down their writing process—sometimes 50–50, sometimes whoever has the spark—and why inspiration shows up on runs, in dreams, and in those moments when life refuses to sit still. She also talks about balancing motherhood with touring, choosing fewer but more meaningful shows, and what's next: a Texas radio tour, new singles, sessions at AJ's new studio in Gruene, and fresh solo writing.  If you love Americana's open borders, Texas grit, and songs built to breathe on stage, this conversation delivers. Follow Love & Chaos, spin the new single, and tell us which track caught you by surprise. If you enjoy the show, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review to help more music fans find us.Sponsor Link:WWW.ECOTRIC.COMWWW.SIGNAD.COMWWW.RUNWAYAUDIO.COMBackstage Pass Radio Social Media Handles:Facebook - @backstagepassradiopodcast @randyhulseymusicInstagram - @Backstagepassradio @randyhulseymusicTwitter - @backstagepassPC @rhulseymusicWebsite - backstagepassradio.com and randyhulsey.comArtist(s) Web Pagewww.loveandchaosmusic.comCall to actionWe ask our listeners to like, share, and subscribe to the show and the artist's social media pages. This enables us to continue pushing great content to the consumer.  Thank you for being a part of Backstage Pass Radio Your Host,Randy Hulsey 

MUSICA new Courtney Love documentary, Antiheroine, will premiere at the Sundance Film Festival, which is set for January 22nd through February 1st in Park City, Utah. https://festival.sundance.org/program/film/6932fb761a55354cab91b505 Deftones are helping out a soccer team in their hometown of Sacramento, California.The band is sponsoring Street Soccer USA's Los Jaguares team, which is a team of team of 11–14-year-old boys and girls from the Oak Park neighborhood where Deftones got started.Deftones and GOAL Projects teamed up to design the team's official 2026 jerseys and a soccer ball, both of which can be purchased now at Shopdeftones.com. Proceeds from each jersey sold will go to Los Jaguares and Street Soccer USA, a nonprofit that serves over 75,000 players in 16 U.S. cities. James Cameron co-directed Billie Eilish's upcoming 3D concert film, "Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D)". Here's part of the trailer that takes us onstage and backstage. Jelly Roll just fulfilled a lifelong dream. Yesterday, Craig Morgan invited him to join the Grand Ole Opry. And it all happened on "The Joe Rogan Experience". Joe played Jelly a clip from one of his past Opry performances. Jelly called it "the most special night of my life." He talked about how Craig's song "Almost Home" helped him while he was in jail. TVRIP: Jeff Garcia, the comedic actor, who is best known for voicing the Jimmy Neutron character Sheen passed away at the age of 50. An official cause of death was not yet made public. https://www.tmz.com/2025/12/10/jeff-garcia-dead-comedian/ Icon and legend Diana Ross has been confirmed as the headliner for Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2026 in Times Square! https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/diana-ross-perform-dick-clarks-new-years-rockin-eve-2026-1236133111/ MOVING ON INTO MOVIE NEWS:HBO Max made a documentary called "Happy and You Know It" about the popularity of annoying kids' music. It includes several children's artists like the Wiggles, and as you'll hear in this part of the trailer, the guy who made the original "Baby Shark" video is still upset at Pinkfong making a massive hit out of it.Andy Dick suffered an apparent overdose Tuesday, in broad daylight outside a building in Hollywood. Someone administered Narcan, and Andy didn't need to go to the hospital. He says he's okay. https://www.tmz.com/2025/12/09/andy-dick-suffers-apparent-overdose/ Jack Nicholson had an interesting way with stalkers. At least one particular stalker. One FEMALE stalker. Ben Dreyfus is the son of "Jaws" star Richard Dreyfus and a woman named Jeramie Rain. Jeramie dated Nicholson in the early 80s. And Ben told a crazy story that happened when they were together. https://x.com/bendreyfuss/status/1993502358551380205 AND FINALLY Billboard released their 2025 Year End charts. https://www.billboard.com/charts/year-end/ Hot 100 Songs:1. "Die with a Smile", Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars2. "Luther", Kendrick Lamar and SZA3. "A Bar Song (Tipsy)", Shaboozey Billboard 200 Albums:1. "The Life of a Showgirl", Taylor Swift2. "I'm the Problem", Morgan Wallen3. "SOS", SZA Top Artists:1. Morgan Wallen (More on him here.)2. Kendrick Lamar3. Taylor Swift Top Female Artists:1. Taylor Swift2. Sabrina Carpenter3. SZA Top Male Artists:1. Morgan Wallen2. Kendrick Lamar3. Drake This is the worst Country Song of the year: See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week's Bitesize episode celebrates one of the most important dates in bluegrass music - December 8th. The main reason this date is so important is that it marks the first time Earl Scruggs joined Bill Monroe at The Opry, on December 8th 1945, leading many people to describe it as 'the birth of bluegrass'. That makes 2025 the 80th anniversary of bluegrass!Fast forward to December 8th 1962 and we have another Flatt and Scruggs milestone - their performance at New York's Carnegie Hall, which was released the year after as Flatt and Scruggs Live at Carnegie Hall, a record that went on to become a firm favourite of bluegrass fans the world over.To celebrate that record, I'll be joined by Trey Hensley in the next episode of the podcast...which is also Bluegrass Jam Along's 500th episode! If you missed the Earl Scruggs 100th birthday episodes I put together last year, you'll find them here:Jerry Douglas celebrates Earl Scruggs' 100th BirthdayEarl Scruggs 100th Birthday Tribute:Part 1 - Tony Trischka, Kristin Scott Benson and Alan MundePart 2 - Jerry Douglas, Alison Brown and Tim O'BrienJim Mills on Earl Scruggs and pre-War Gibson banjos Support the show===Thanks to Bryan Sutton for his wonderful theme tune to Bluegrass Jam Along (and to Justin Moses for playing the fiddle!) Bluegrass Jam Along is proud to be sponsored by Collings Guitars and Mandolins- Sign up to get updates on new episodes - Free fiddle tune chord sheets- Here's a list of all the Bluegrass Jam Along interviews- Follow Bluegrass Jam Along for regular updates: Instagram Facebook - Review us on Apple Podcasts

Maddox Batson is 15, doesn’t have a driver’s license, and is somehow getting his first passport so he can head out on a world tour. In this episode, he talks about bringing his entire family on the road, growing up on bluegrass with a mandolin-master dad, and how being homeschooled actually fits with a life of airports, soundchecks, and hotel rooms. He and Bobby get into what a “normal day” looks like for him, why he begged to get off the screen and onto real stages, and how it feels now to hear crowds singing every word back. Maddox also opens up about the hobbies that keep him grounded such as collecting watches, playing golf, hunting and whether he still feels like a kid when most of his friends are just starting high school. He shares his love for artists like John Mayer, Keith Whitley, George Jones, and Ed Sheeran, his “pinch me” Opry moment, and the story of averaging 35 points a game in basketball before a knee injury changed everything. Plus, there’s a funny clip about being accused of being a ball hog, some “uncountry” talk, and what it’s like playing shows in Nashville and beyond at 15 years old. For tour dates and tickets go to MaddoxBatson.com Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on Youtube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week of Deck the Hallmark is presented by Racine Danish Kringles. Exclusive 10% off entire order -  www.kringles.com  // Promo Code:  HALLMARK25---It's time to start our journey through the Thanksgiving week movies!Up first, we're joined by Alonso Duralde to dive into this year's big Saturday release: A Grand Ole Opry Christmas — where country music, Christmas magic, and time-travel nostalgia meet under one roof.ABOUT A GRAND OLE OPRY CHRISTMASGentry Wade, who gave up music after her father's death decades ago must confront her past when Nashville's Grand Ole Opry invites her to honor her late country star dad at their Christmas celebration.AIR DATE & NETWORK FOR A GRAND OLE OPRY CHRISTMASNovember 29, 2025 | Hallmark ChannelCAST & CREW OF A GRAND OLE OPRY CHRISTMASNikki DeLoach as Gentry WadeKristoffer Polaha as MacBRAN'S A GRAND OLE OPRY CHRISTMAS SYNOPSISThe movie kicks off like you're watching a VHS of an old Opry performance: the Winters & Wade Farewell Show at the Grand Ole Opry Christmas Special.Cut to present day, where we meet Gentry Wade, daughter of Jett Wade. She gets a knock at the door from her pal Mac, who keeps pushing her to let him sign her and record some songs. She insists that's not happening.Mac owns a bar in Nashville, where Gentry works and is mostly happy—despite everyone constantly asking about her father. Why did he quit music? And where is his missing guitar?Family friend Rita stops by with a plea from the Opry: they want Gentry to attend the Opry's 100th anniversary to honor her dad. Gentry isn't sure.Over drinks, we learn that Mac and Gentry have been friends since high school, but Mac insists he has zero romantic interest in her. Mmmhmm. Sure, pal.Gentry, Mac, and Rita head to the Opry and tag along with a tour guide who looks suspiciously like Erin Cahill. Backstage, Gentry bumps into Von Winters, who asks why she's hesitant about attending the anniversary. She explains she always wanted to be a songwriter, but it didn't work out, and she never earned her place in the Opry Circle. Von tells her that her time may not be up—it's Christmas, after all.She goes out onto the Opry stage to think. A blinding light hits her and suddenly—she's transported back in time. There onstage are her dad and Von doing soundcheck. Before she can talk to him, she's zapped back to the present.She runs to tell Mac, who absolutely does NOT believe her.Determined, Gentry sneaks back onto the stage again. Another blinding flash—and boom—she's back in time, bumping into a younger Rita.Mac, worried about her, goes to the Opry. He sits in a pew, gets blinded by the light, and he time travels too. He finds Gentry and she explains they're in 1995, right before the final Winters & Wade performance. She tells him she needs to find out why her dad walked away from music. Young Rita spots them and assumes they're a married couple, insisting they stay at her apartment.The next day, Gentry goes to the Opry pretending to be a label rep so she can talk to her dad. Jett tells her he and Von are getting along great and have songs ready for their next album. This makes Gentry wonder if they're in some alternate timeline where the breakup never happens. Mac urges her to stop overthinking—maybe they were brought back for a reason.Later, Gentry overhears Von talking with their manager, who wants the duo to change their style. Jett is absolutely not on board.At a Christmas party, she overhears them discussing bringing in new writers. Jett is furious. When he sees her, he assumes she's part of the label agenda and storms off.Gentry goes outside to the fire pit with Mac and opens up about memories of her father, including a song they started but never finished. Mac asks her to sing it. She does—and Jett secretly listens from behind them.The next day, Jett approaches her to apologize and tells her the song is really good. He asks why she never finished it. She says he passed away before they had the chance. He invites her to come to the Opry the next day so they can work on it together.She agrees, and they spend the day bonding while Mac records a video of them singing. Their session is cut short when Von and the manager show up—they've moved the recording session up to December 26 to prep for a world tour. But that means Jett will miss Christmas with his family, and the long tour makes him uneasy.The next day, Jett is missing. Gentry knows exactly where to find him—his “thinking spot.” She and Mac go there, and she basically convinces him to walk away from the duo and choose family.Afterward, Mac and Gentry finally kiss.The next day, Von calls Gentry in and reveals he knows she's not a label executive—but he thinks she's a great songwriter and wants to work with her.Before the big performance, Jett tells Von he's out. This will be their final show.Right before the set, Mac realizes Jett doesn't have his pick. He runs it over, trips, falls onto a pew—BOOM—transported back to the present.After the show, Jett finds Gentry, gives her his guitar, and she hugs him. Suddenly—bright light—and she's transported back to the present with that very guitar in her hands.Von is about to give a speech and calls her up onstage. He tells her that her dad was proud of her and that they actually wrote a song together. Von knows. He invites Gentry into the Opry Circle. She speaks about her father, and Von reveals he invited Brad Paisley to perform the song she wrote with Jett. As the song plays, we see 1995 Jett return to the Christmas cabin and hug his family.In the present, Von says he's ready for that songwriting meeting. Gentry gives him her dad's guitar, then goes to talk to Mac—and they kiss again. Mac shows her the video he recorded of her singing with her father and tells her he can't remember a time he didn't love her. They kiss even more, right there in front of the Opry. 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Backstabbing, faux-sincerity, clawing one's way to the top, class division, those at the top thumbing their noses at those further down the ladder....all political concepts, right? Actually, all of this is in reference to the 1975 Robert Altman film “Nashville” about the country music scene....which in itself serves as a political allegory. Welcome to episode 132 of See Hear. In the early seventies, Robert Altman was becoming known as a director of ensemble pieces without the usual approach to narrative. He could be seen as being part of the New Hollywood that emerged in the late 60s, but truth is, he was a film maker unto himself....as different from everything else that was going on as other directors that emerged in this period were to what came before. He already had some hugely important films like M*A*S*H and The Long Goodbye, but to many, Nashville is considered his masterpiece. It featured multiple storylines surrounding musicians, hangers on, lovers, and political strategists. The film takes place over 5 days leading up to a concert supporting a presidential candidate. In between, we musical performances that reflect the political era – some in bars, some in the Grand Ol' Opry, some in hotel rooms. The film shows many of these people in a poor light – some are greedy, some are deluded, all are desperate. Many of the songs in this film were composed by the actors, leaving the Nashville music fraternity annoyed that they weren't consulted, and that these pesky Northerner actors thought they could understand what country music was about. Altman must have been forgiven as his final film many years later was A Prairie Home Companion (a very early See Hear podcast focus). Tim is taking a few shows off, so wasn't available, but Kerry and I were thrilled to be joined by co-host of the Stinking Pause Podcast (and occasionally Reel Britannia) Charlie Mahoney. He's a confessed Altman fan and brought some wonderful conversation and insight. We look forward to welcoming him back to future shows. If you've been enjoying the show, please consider giving us a favourable review on iTunes and let your friends know that our show exists. If you don't enjoy the show, tell your adversaries to tune in. We don't care who listens..... See Hear is proudly part of the Pantheon Network of music podcasts. Check out all the other wonderful shows at http://pantheonpodcasts.com Send us feedback via email at seehearpodcast@gmail.com Join the Facebook group at http://facebook.com/groups/seehearpodcast You can download the show by searching for See Hear on whatever podcast app you favour (except Spotify). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On his latest album, “Further From the Country,” William Prince moves away from his usual country sound into new sonic territory. Known for his intimate acoustic songs, the smooth-voiced Manitoban singer-songwriter from Peguis First Nation has now decided to add a rollicking band behind him. William sits down with Tom Power to discuss his bold new album and his performance at the Grand Ole Opry. Plus, he ranks iconic Winnipeg things, from slurpees to steakhouses to the Winnipeg Jets.

Bobby helps out Listener Angie who called in asking for career advice as she is job hunting and about to change careers. He gives her the good news and the bad news of the job she is applying for. He might even attempt to help her get the job. A listener needs advice from Amy on how to deal with being overwhelmed as a mom. Why Bobby is fearful of messaging someone on TikTok and the financial lesson he learned recently from Dave Ramsey. Amy updates us on how her son did in his race over the weekend. Bobby shared how it went for him playing the Opry on Friday night. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bobby talked about "Walk My Walk" , a song from Breaking Rust, a computer-generated singer that landed at No. 1 on Billboard's Country Digital Song Sales Chart. He explains why people are upset over nothing. Morgan shared how Lunchbox stole something from an artist at the Opry because he was upset they got something that he didn’t. We try to figure out how to punish him for stealing. We roast Eddie for getting duped by another obviously fake stunt online. We got the results of the Songs that start with N draft. Bobby talks about an A.I. start-up that just released an app that lets you communicate with your loved ones after they DIE. They claim three minutes of video is enough to build a realistic avatar you can communicate with forever.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dusty Slay drops by with "Wet Heat" fresh on Netflix to talk Opelika lore (a.k.a. Snopalika), becoming parade Grand Marshal, and how a onetime pesticide salesman turned country-music linguist builds jokes from tiny word quirks. We get into his love of language (Carlin vibes), song-lyric autopsies ("It's Five O'Clock Somewhere," Brooks & Dunn's "Hard Workin' Man"), the origin of "We're having a good time," Comedy Cellar war stories, Opry nights, accent drift, trailer-park childhood, and why he's plotting an ASMR sleep-comedy album. Also: milk, hand-washing, and the eternal mystery of gas stations named "Kum & Go." Produced by Corey Wara Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠thegist@mikepesca.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ To advertise on the show, contact ⁠⁠⁠⁠ad-sales@libsyn.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://advertising.libsyn.com/TheGist⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to The Gist: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://subscribe.mikepesca.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to The Gist Youtube Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4_bh0wHgk2YfpKf4rg40_g⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to The Gist Instagram Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠GIST INSTAGRAM⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow The Gist List at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Pesca⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Profundities | Mike Pesca | Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠  

Lunchbox recaps how the Valentine’s Day taping went at The Price Is Right. He sounds like a totally new person. But then he drops a bomb on us. Lunchbox shared a story of the worst mother-in-law ever who took the attention away from a gender reveal. We talked about how long the 6-7 trend will be around. Raymundo has a question about the Opry and how to know when a surprise artist is going to show up. Amy brought in some of her son’s beats that he made and Lunchbox tried to rap to it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The gang is BACK to help us finish breaking down the rest of the 2025 Hallmark Christmas movies! Did you miss part 1? Check it out HERE.This week, we cover...Thursday, November 27: We Met in DecemberStars: Autumn Reeser (Junebug), Niall Matter (This Time Each Year)On an unexpected layover in mid-December, Annie Lane (Reeser) and Dave Weeks (Matter) meet asstrangers in a beautiful hotel all decorated for the holidays. It's love at first sight, and they end uphaving a magical night of sharing hopes, dreams...and a perfect kiss. But when they fail to exchangenumbers and miss each other the next morning, Annie and Dave fly back to Chicago with no easyway to track the other one down. The only clues they have are those shared about plans for theupcoming holiday season, and the two embark on separate quests to find one another. Along theway, insightful wisdom shared during their time together leads Annie and Dave to make importantchanges in their lives, leading them both to find ways of making this Christmas special forthemselves, their families, and their loved ones.Friday, November 28: The Snow Must Go On – premieres at 6 pm ET/PTStars: Heather Hemmens (Christmas Under the Lights), Corey Cott (Season's Greetings fromCherry Lane)Isaiah Heyward (Cott) last appeared on Broadway almost 10 years ago. Since then, getting back onBroadway has been a challenge. To escape the grind of the city and re-evaluate his life, Isaiah visitshis sister, Jess, and teenage niece, Aurora, in upstate New York for the holidays. But his yuletiderespite is interrupted when he learns Aurora's high school may have to cancel their annual Christmasmusical because they can't find a director. With a nudge from Aurora and the school's guidancecounselor, Lilly-Anne Brigente (Hemmens), Isaiah decides to save the Christmas show and jumps inas director. Isaiah's situation gets a little more complicated when he learns that an influentialBroadway producer's daughter is in the school production, so Isaiah decides to cast himself as thelead in order to land a part in an upcoming Broadway show. But while the curtain rises on rehearsalsand the Christmas Eve opening night fast approaches, Isaiah finds some Christmas surprises of hisown, as he stumbles upon an unexpected romance with Lilly-Anne, creates an unanticipated bondwith his students, reassesses his priorities and ultimately discovers that the greatest holiday gift isfound when love, family, and friendship take centerstage.Friday, November 28: The More the Merrier – premieres at 8 pm ET/PTStars: Rachel Boston (Adventures in Love & Birding), Brendan Penny (Chesapeake Shores)Alice (Boston), an emergency room doctor at a small, rural hospital, always volunteers to work theChristmas Eve overnight shift and goes the extra mile to make the holiday merry and bright forpatients and staff. When the hospital gets snowed in, Alice and Brian (Penny), the newly hired top-rated cardiologist, find themselves in the middle of a bona fide baby boom when three women –including the only OBGYN for miles around – go into labor on the rarest birthday of the year. As theyteam up to bring these bundles of joy into the world as the night wears on, Alice, Brian and the restof the staff also work hard to make the holiday feel festive for all the patients. Though they may havedifferent approaches to medicine – and to life – there's a spark between them and by the end of theirshift it's clear that this may be the Christmas Eve that changes them both forever.Saturday, November 29: An Alpine Holiday – premieres at 6 pm ET/PTStars: Ashley Williams (To Barcelona, Forever), Laci Mailey (The Perfect Setting), Julien Samani(Holidate)A grandmother's last wish brings two estranged sisters Faith (Williams) and Kelly (Mailey), backtogether to travel to the French Alps for Christmas to recreate her first trip there with their grandfather.Facing all the challenges and wonder this unique holiday adventure brings, they learn to cherish theirsisterhood above all, while also making room for romance to blossom between Kelly and their Frenchmountaineer guide, Frederic (Samani).Saturday, November 29: A Grand Ole Opry Christmas – premieres at 8 pm ET/PTStars: Nikki Deloach (Curious Caterer Mysteries), Kristoffer Polaha (A Biltmore Christmas), RobMaye (Lioness), Eliza Maher (Haul Out the Holly: Lit Up), Luke Benward (Miss Valentine), SharonLawrence (Joe Pickett), James Denton (Desperate Housewives)Gentry Wade (Nikki DeLoach), daughter of late country music icon Jett Wade – half of the famed duoWinters & Wade – abandoned her dream of a songwriting career and distanced herself from herfather's legacy following his tragic accident 30 years prior. When the Grand Ole Opry invites her torepresent Jett at their centennial celebration at Christmas, she's hesitant to return to the placesteeped in bittersweet memories. Encouraged by her good friends, Gentry visits the Opry and, whileseated in one of the vaunted venue's oak church pews, is suddenly transported to 1995. Gentry'slifelong friend Mac (Kristoffer Polaha) a country music talent manager, finds himself in 1995 as well.Thanks to some Christmas magic, Gentry gets precious time with her father, creative inspiration tofinish the song she began decades earlier as a teen and learns surprising answers to questions abouther father that have followed her for the last three decades.Cameos by: Bill Anderson, Brad Paisley, Dailey & Vincent, Drew Baldridge, Jamey Johnson, MaggieBaugh, Megan Moroney, Mickey Guyton, Pam Tillis, Rhett Akins, Riders in the Sky, Suzy Bogguss,Tigirlily Gold, T Graham BrownSunday, November 30: The Christmas Cup – premieres at 6 pm ET/PTStars: Rhiannon Fish (A Prince in Paradise), Ben Rosenbaum (When Calls the Heart)After a knee injury threatens to cut her career short, Staff Sergeant Kelly Brandt (Fish) returns homein low spirits for the holidays. Her family tries to help by encouraging her to lead her hometown team in the annual Christmas Cup against the rival town. It takes a lot of work, but Kelly organizes herteam and gets them as competition-ready as she can with the help of Fire Captain Quinn Stokley(Rosenbaum). Sparks begin to fly with Quinn, and through the whole process, Kelly is reminded ofhow much she loves to lead, but her heart still hopes she will be cleared to return to serve. Kellyultimately receives the call she has been waiting for; however, it's not what she expects. With theMarines needing her to report to the Hawaiian base on the day of the competition, Kelly soon realizesthere is more than one way to serve a community.Sunday, November 30: Christmas at the Catnip Café – premieres at 8 pm ET/PTStars: Erin Cahill (Holidazed), Paul Campbell (Three Wise Men and a Baby)Olivia Pierce (Cahill) is a marketing executive from Oakland, California who is this close to realizingher dream of purchasing a condo, but she's a bit short on the down payment. When she learns thather late great aunt left her half of a cat café in upstate New York she thinks it's the Christmas miracleshe needed – as long as she can sell and close the deal before the holidays. Olivia's plan hits a bumpin the road when she meets Dr. Ben Kane (Campbell), the veterinarian who owns the other half. Thecafé serves an important role in the town – helping homeless cats find forever homes – and he hasno intention of closing up shop. Christmas is the most important time of the year as they plan manyactivities to help raise funds and get them into the black. Olivia and Ben strike a deal – she agrees tohelp him plan the fundraising events at the café over the next three weeks in exchange for Benpromising not to drag his heels on selling at the end of that time. Unless, Ben notes, she ends upchanging her mind – a lot can happen in three weeks, after all. As they work together and a sparkbetween them grows, Olivia becomes part of the neighborhood, gains an appreciation for the café'sadorable feline inhabitants and what it means to Ben, as well as to the entire community. And whenshe learns the surprising reason her great aunt opened the café in the first place, that just might bethe cat-alyst for change that will give them all a Merry Christmas.Saturday, December 6: She's Making A ListStars: Lacey Chabert (Mean Girls), Andrew Walker (Curious Caterer Mysteries)Falling on Santa's Naughty or Nice list used to be a call made by Santa and his elves. But with thenumber of kids worldwide skyrocketing, Santa has outsourced the job to the Naughty or Nice Group,a consulting firm that has cornered the market on determining a child's niceness thanks to an airtightformula. As a top inspector with the group, it's Isabel's (Chabert) job to make the tough calls, byassessing the children on her list and assigning a verdict. When she is tasked with evaluating amischievous 11-year-old Charlie Duncan, she expects a routine case. But things get complicatedwhen Isabel unexpectedly falls for Charlie's widowed father, Jason (Walker), and begins to questionthe rigid rules of her job. As Christmas approaches, Isabel must choose between following theholiday algorithm or following her heart.Sunday, December 7: Single on the 25thStars: Lyndsy Fonseca (Nikita), Daniel Lissing (When Calls the Heart)For Nell Duke (Fonseca), nothing is worse than being single at Christmastime because everywhereshe looks, couples are kissing under the mistletoe. After her family cancels holiday plans at the lastminute, Nell decides to spend the week of Christmas having fun on her own! When she crossespaths with her neighbor Cooper (Lissing), a financial analyst who prides himself on being happilyunattached, he notices Nell struggling with being alone and decides to share tips on how to keep theholidays festive. Cooper inspires Nell to challenge her insecurities and find happiness in being onher own. In turn, Nell helps Cooper realize he's missing out on real connection. In the funpartnership that forms, the friendly singles' Christmas together starts to feel like something more.Their special connection falls apart when Nell finds out Coooper only offered to help because he feltsorry Nell had to spend the holidays alone. To make Christmas truly magical this year, Cooper mustshow real growth of character while Nell finds her own strength in being single during the holidays.Saturday, December 13: A Suite Holiday RomanceStars: Jessy Schram (Chicago Med), Dominic Sherwood (Shadowhunters)It's Christmas week when Sabrina Post (Schram), arrives at the iconic Grand Fairbanks Hotel in NewYork City, ready to accept the ghostwriting position for the memoir of Grayson Westcott – a famousart dealer. As a struggling writer, Sabrina can't believe her luck: a paycheck and a stay in her ownsuite at the hotel. She feels like Cordelia, the heroine from her favorite series of children's bookswritten by Hazel Holley. What promises to be a perfect week is complicated when Sabrina meetsIan Turner (Sherwood), a handsome British visitor, at the hotel bar. When Ian assumes Sabrina isanother wealthy guest at the hotel, she doesn't correct him – a decision she doesn't regret afterlearning that Ian is a member of the British aristocracy. Or so she thinks. The truth is that Ian is nota wealthy lord but is the personal secretary of Lord Spencer Braxton. Ian is in town for the holidaysto oversee the installation of an exhibit featuring the Braxton Royal Jewels at the Avalon Museum. Asthe week unfolds, Sabrina shows Ian Christmas in New York and the two start to fall for each other.Sunday, December 14: Oy to the World!Stars: Brooke D'Orsay (Deck the Halls on Cherry Lane), Jake Epstein (The Hardy Boys)When water lines break at Temple Beth Am, it leaves its members in need of a place to celebrateHannukah. Across the street, St. Joseph's Episcopal Church is quick to open its doors and offershared space for the holidays. With the last night of Hanukkah and Christmas Eve falling on the sameday this year – something that rarely happens – the reverend and rabbi choose to offer a joint servicefor their congregations. But that means Nikki Roberts (D'Orsay), St. Joseph's youth choir director,must team up with Jake Cohen (Epstein), the substitute youth choir director from Temple Beth Am,and put on a single music program. These two are old high school rivals and together, they're readyto compete for the top prize. That's not helping matters at a time when partnership matters most.To lead a successful fundraising effort for the temple, Nikki and Jake have to put aside theirdifferences and learn how to work together. In doing so, they discover teamwork can movemountains and open hearts, including their own. On their big night, Nikki and Jake find a way to unite people through the power of song and prove that coming together is the best way for everyone tocelebrate the holiday season.Saturday, December 20: A Make Or Break HolidayStars: Hunter King (Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story), Evan Roderick (Arrow)Liv (King) and Daniel (Roderick) are hosting their families for the first time this Christmas and stressis at an all-time high. When unspoken irritations within their relationship finally reach a boiling point,Liv and Daniel find themselves at odds and decide they need to take a break from each other.However, relaying this news to their families will most certainly ruin Christmas, so they decide tomove forward with their original plans and will pretend to be a happy couple while everyone is underone roof. As they navigate the complexities of their respective families and work together to createa holiday celebration they'll all remember, Liv and Daniel begin to rediscover what they love abouteach other and may not have to pretend much longer.Sunday, December 21: The Christmas BabyStars: Ali Liebert (Bomb Girls), Katherine Barrell (Good Witch), Barbara Niven (Hannah SwensenMysteries)When a baby boy shows up on their doorstep days before Christmas with a note written specially forthem, Erin (Liebert) and Kelly (Barrell) must learn how to navigate their new relationship and careerdynamics while unexpectedly caring for a newborn. As the couple spends more time with the babyas a temporary solution until he can be placed permanently or they can find his mother, they beginto realize that they want to adopt him themselves and go about navigating the complicated world offostering to adopt all while their business is booming at the busiest time of the year, Christmas. 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We have a caller who thinks Lunchbox needs to be outraged at the parents who let his 7-year-old son leave their house at 6am on his own. Bobby shared why he debated almost throwing away some money. Eddie talked about going to the Opry last night and seeing Jessica Simpson. Bobby shared why he is concerned for Morgan’s safety. We all gave updates on our relationships on how it’s going with our wives and boyfriends. We learn about the 'bean soup' theory that relates to internet trolls.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MUSICDolly Parton is the author of several books, a line of baking kits, and has a new hotel coming to Nashville soon . . . but this achievement might stand above them all. Dolly now has her own signature flavor of Coca-Cola. https://tasteofcountry.com/coca-cola-dolly-parton-soda-dollywood/ Despite ending their run after Perry Farrell's onstage behavior in 2024, It looks like the rest of Jane's Addiction want to keep working together. https://loudwire.com/janes-addiction-trio-together-without-perry-farrell/ Kittie have re-recorded four songs from their 2000 debut album Spit for its 25th anniversary. Spit XXV is due out September 19th. Check out the title track on YouTube. Another track has been released from Can't Get Enough: A Tribute to Bad Company, which is due out October 24th. Check out Blackberry Smoke with Bad Co. frontman Paul Rodgers and Mastodon's Brann Dailor on "Run With the Pack" on YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vOfUQS2UZBM The Country Music Hall of Fame just announced a new exhibit called The Grandest Stage: The Opry at 100, that will celebrate the Opry's 100-year anniversary. It will open on September 18th and run through March of 2027. https://themusicuniverse.com/country-music-hall-of-fame-announces-grand-ole-opry-exhibition/ TVMaury is spilling the TEA! On his podcast, On Par With Maury Povich, the former talk show host jokingly called out his wife, Connie Chung, for having a fling with actor and filmmaker Warren Beatty. https://www.complex.com/pop-culture/a/backwoodsaltar/maury-povich-connie-chung-sleeping-with-warren-beatty The cast of "Dawson's Creek" will reunite on September 22nd, for a reading of the pilot episode. They're doing it to benefit the charity F Cancer, as well as James Van Der Beek, who's fighting cancer himself. https://people.com/dawsons-creek-cast-to-reunite-for-one-night-only-charity-event-11794548 Someone took all of Dr. Johnny Fever's breaks from "WKRP in Cincinnati", added the full versions of the songs he played, and made a 3-hour radio show. https://www.awphooey.com/wkrp?fbclid=IwY2xjawMTYlhleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFMVGhZOXlZRzZldVZHQTBWAR6hOUfDWpzxigmfptUshfb07RNjUt38gs90LVkwelKjLf-0Jy7QghTQ0astWQ_aem_VkuOEaBfN7u5CES29EsSWQ RIP: Judge Frank Caprio has died. He passed away at 88 after a battle with pancreatic cancer. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=thVnwdABt9Q MOVING ON INTO MOVIE NEWS:A new trailer has been revealed for a new Halloween game from IllFonic and Gun Media, the creators of Friday the 13th: The Game. https://www.gamespot.com/articles/halloween-the-game-coming-from-friday-the-13th-devs-features-single-player/1100-6534148/The Archie comics are headed to a movie theater. https://variety.com/2025/film/news/archie-comics-movie-spider-verse-duo-phil-lord-chris-miller-1236493887/ AND FINALLY BuzzFeed put together a list of some of the most surprising confessions made by celebrities in their memoirs. https://www.buzzfeed.com/laurengarafano/celebrity-memoir-stories Here are some highlights:AND THAT IS YOUR CRAP ON CELEBRITIES!Follow us @RizzShow @MoonValjeanHere @KingScottRules @LernVsRadio @IamRafeWilliams - Check out King Scott's Linktr.ee/kingscottrules + band @FreeThe2SG and Check out Moon's bands GREEK FIRE @GreekFire GOLDFINGER @GoldfingerMusic THE TEENAGE DIRTBAGS @TheTeenageDbags and Lern's band @LaneNarrows ⁠http://www.1057thepoint.com/RizzSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Singer, songwriter, and instrumentalist, Allison Russell, shares her incredible life story and teaches us how she healed from abuse through music, sisterhood, and returning to her body. This hour is a soul-stirring reminder of the life-saving, cycle-breaking power of truth telling, art, and love.  About Allison: Allison Russell has spent her career in multiple bands, including Po' Girl, Our Native Daughters and Birds of Chicago. After a career spent as a gifted multi-instrumentalist, backing numerous other artists, she finally dared to release her solo project in 2021. She made her Opry debut and appeared at the Country Music Hall of Fame and performed at the 2022 GRAMMY's Premiere Ceremony. In addition to her four GRAMMY nominations, she has earned three 2022 Americana Award nominations and a win for Album of the Year, two International Folk Music Award wins, a 2022 Juno nomination for ‘Songwriter of the Year,' and her first-ever Juno Award win for Contemporary Roots Album of the Year. Russell received two 2021 Americana Awards nominations, won three Canadian Folk Music Awards, two UK Americana Music Awards, and more. She was recently nominated for Song of the Year and Artist of the Year for the 2023 Americana Awards.  TW: ⁠@outsidechild13⁠ IG: ⁠@allisonrussellmusic To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices