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The hats are fabulous. The woman behind them has a story.

Tara Statham of Get Lit Nashville joins Amanda Adams and returning favorite Ava Paige on That Nashville Girl Show for a conversation that goes from rebuilding after divorce to a surprise hat reveal—with plenty of hustle and personality in between.

After years spent raising her kids, Tara found herself starting over without an income or alimony. She began making hand-stamped jewelry at her kitchen table, turning words of affirmation into something she could sell and a creative spark into a business she could build. She shares how that beginning grew into Get Lit Nashville, why she’s never been afraid to change direction, and how she keeps loving her craft when it’s also her livelihood.

Of course, we couldn’t have Tara on without getting into some hats. She surprises Amanda and Ava with custom creations that capture their personalities perfectly—and Amanda’s “I don’t wear hats” stance gets a very pink challenge.

There’s also a little vintage shopping talk, Ava’s ambitious attempt to travel overseas with multiple hats, and a whole lot of love for the creative women making their mark on Nashville.

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It starts with a song. Then suddenly, you’re trading friendship bracelets with strangers who understand you, planning your life around a concert, and making memories you’ll talk about forever. What is it about Taylor Swift that turns being a fan into finding your people?

Olivia Levin knows that feeling well. The creator behind Swifties for Eternity and author of The Story of Us joins Amanda Adams on That Nashville Girl Show to share how a Tumblr fan account became a life-changing adventure, including an invitation to a Taylor Swift secret session.

From catching Taylor’s attention to helping real fans find Eras Tour tickets, Olivia has experienced the fandom from a perspective most Swifties only dream about. She takes us inside those unforgettable moments, the work behind her book, and the friendships that make this community about so much more than the person onstage.

Of course, there’s plenty to discuss: The Life of a Showgirl, the encore, her hopes for Taylor’s Version of Debut, and what she thinks Taylor might do next. Olivia also shares why loving something this much is worth celebrating out loud.

Whether you’ve been here since Debut or found your people during the Eras Tour, this one is for the group chat that never stops, the songs that got you through, and the friends who know exactly why it all matters.

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Before you started wondering if you were behind, there was a little girl who would have been amazed by how far you’ve come.

Melanie Dyer wrote a song for her. And when Amanda heard “If She Only Knew” at Nashville’s Listening Room, she cried so hard she couldn’t even introduce herself to the woman who wrote it.

The Australian country artist joins That Nashville Girl for a conversation about the dreams we grow up with and what it takes to keep choosing them. Melanie started writing songs at 12 on her family’s farm. Years of flights between Australia and Nashville eventually became a move across the world, with the people she loves on one side and the life she wanted to build on the other.

Her album Daisies From Dirt puts those feelings into words: growing at your own pace, remembering who helped you get here and giving yourself credit for still going. She shares the story behind “If She Only Knew,” the hometown performance that left her mom crying, and why a room full of women with guitars should probably come with a warning.

There’s also a stadium anthem scare, a possible Cody Johnson song pitch and a desert island survival plan that prioritizes a banana chai latte. Naturally.

Send this one to the friend who needs to see herself the way you see her. Then listen to Daisies From Dirt and follow That Nashville Girl for more stories behind the music.

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David Hawkins makes a living helping other people chase their dreams. He knows what it takes because he’s rebuilt his own.

Usually, the My PR Lab owner is behind the camera, making sure someone else is ready for their moment. This time, Amanda gets him in the hot seat—and the conversation goes well beyond publicity.

David opens up about taking a chance on Nashville, starting over when his carefully made plans unraveled, and building a business that reflects what matters to him: good people, meaningful work, and showing up. He’s candid about the hard parts, but just as passionate about what came next. Including a psychic’s prediction that Amanda absolutely needs to revisit.

Then we get into the questions anyone chasing a creative career has probably asked: Who can I trust? Where should I put my money? Do I need a publicist? And how do I get people to care about something I’ve poured so much of myself into?

David shares what makes a great pitch, why the right fit matters more than a signed client, and how he’s built a roster of artists who actually cheer each other on. There’s also the reason his clients don’t walk into interviews alone—and why giving back is part of the job.

Of course, Amanda finds a way to bring up John Mayer. Melanie Dyer leaves a question that brings out David’s love for Patsy Cline. And the friend who shows up with lunch gets a little of the spotlight he’s usually helping someone else step into.

Send this one to the person whose dream you believe in. Especially if they could use a reminder.

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Simon Cowell hit the golden buzzer. The confetti fell. But Jack & Tim had chosen to leave the most personal part of their story off television.

Their original song, “The Lucky Ones,” began with two devastating losses in their family. It was something a dad and his young son wrote for themselves—until 11-year-old Jack decided they were taking it to Britain’s Got Talent. Dad’s participation was apparently nonnegotiable.

More than 400 million views later, Jack & Tim sit down with That Nashville Girl to talk about the people behind that song, the strangers it brought back together, and everything that happened after the confetti settled.

And there is a LOT to catch up on. A childhood spent playing guitar in London’s West End. Parents buying tickets night after night until the dream was costing everyone a fortune. A move to Nashville, an “Einstein visa,” and a promise to one day have Chris Stapleton’s mixer, Vance Powell, work on their record. They made that last one happen.

Now there’s “Dive Bar,” “615,” the McCrary Sisters, and a contribution from The Outsiders’ C. Thomas Howell recorded on his iPhone. There are also migrating British accents, a growing appreciation for “y’all,” and a question from Southern Charm’s Whitner Slagsvol that no amount of media training could prepare them for.

They’re father and son, best friends, and very good at giving each other a hard time. You’ll understand pretty quickly why they wanted to do all of this together.

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Some words stay with you. For Macy Dot, a few of those words came from Dolly Parton.

After receiving the BMI Foundation’s 2023 Dolly Parton Songwriters Award, Macy received a message of encouragement from Dolly that she still reads when she’s feeling uninspired. In this episode of That Nashville Girl, she shares what that message means—and why being encouraged to keep writing can matter just as much as being recognized for something you’ve already written.

But don’t let the sweet introduction fool you. This Texas girl also gave us “Hot Mess” and “Cowboy Wanted,” and there’s plenty of personality behind those titles.

Amanda and Macy talk about the Chris Stapleton cover that brought them together, Deana Carter sharing Macy’s version of “Strawberry Wine,” and learning from the same guitar teacher as Miranda Lambert and Kacey Musgraves. From childhood songs written after bedtime to studying songwriting at Belmont, Macy shares how she’s finding her voice in a town where talent is everywhere.

Then Rodney Atkins sends in a question about her dad, and the tissues become necessary.

Macy opens up about her adoption, a deeply personal song for her parents, and the father-daughter journal they’ve shared since she was a little girl. Her dad’s wisdom is equal parts faith, determination, and practical advice involving a donut. It’s hard to imagine a better combination.

Dolly’s encouragement brought you here. Macy’s heart, humor, and a little Texas sass will make you glad you stayed.

Listen to Macy Dot’s “Hot Mess,” “Texas Tennessee,” and “Cowboy Wanted.”

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Most artists arrive in Nashville with a guitar and a dream. AJ Kross also arrived with a cougar story—and a very good reason to keep an eye on the gas gauge.

Now, 15 years later, the country singer-songwriter is heading into a new chapter with “God Made a Small Town,” an upcoming album, and a tour bus that deserves its own introduction.

AJ joins That Nashville Girl with the stories, humor, and heart that make you want to see someone win. He takes us from growing up on the road with his parents’ gospel duo to Bluebird Cafe open mics and years of Friday and Saturday nights at Ole Red. Those four-hour Broadway sets? They taught him a few things about holding a crowd—and earning the moment he’s stepping into now.

But the conversation’s biggest moment comes when AJ explains what changed after he finally told God, “I’m done.” After years of putting pressure on himself to do more and be better, he handed over the weight of trying to make it all happen. The dream was still there. He just stopped insisting he had to figure out every piece of it himself.

Between a cowboy tattoo his dad did not get nearly excited enough about, a teenage metal-band phase, and the Nevada roadside encounter that almost made this a very different story, AJ brings plenty of reasons to laugh. He also shares a piece of advice about asking God to fill your cup that might make you realize you’ve been holding out a very small one.

And with “God Made a Small Town,” he gives you something to listen to long after this conversation ends. Amanda’s already calling it a future No. 1. Get to know the guy she’s cheering for.

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What do you do when Dolly Parton picks you for 9 to 5, but Wicked calls too? Rachel Potter shares why she chose the chance to understudy Glinda—and how that decision became part of her path to Broadway.

From performing at Disney to playing Wednesday Addams in The Addams Family, Rachel opens up about auditions, rejection, reality television, and the tough feedback that helped her grow. She also shares the personal side of her story: losing her brother, becoming a mother of three, building a real estate career, and realizing at 40 that she wasn’t finished with the stage.

We talk about her Broadway album Stages, returning to musical theater as Elsa in Frozen, and what it means to pursue a dream that fits the life you have now.

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Bella Rose is bringing pop star energy to Nashville—and her album “Hot Girl Therapy” is the soundtrack.

Bella joins me on That Nashville Girl to talk country sass, rock influences, and making music that helps you feel like that girl. We talk about releasing a full 14-song album, her favorite track “Ride the High,” and why writing with Julia Michaels would be a dream.

She also shares the story of moving to Nashville at 17 with her band in February 2020. With shows canceled and nowhere to play, they turned their shared apartment into a place to write, record, and keep creating.

And because this is our kind of girl talk, we get into Desperate Housewives, questionable hair decisions, and the hairstylist who helped connect us. Plus, Bella answers a previous guest’s question about what goes into warming up her voice before a show.

Listen to “Hot Girl Therapy” wherever you stream music and follow Bella on Instagram at @bellarosebeyer.

Heads-up: This episode includes Desperate Housewives spoilers.

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Everybody wants to believe they’d speak up. It gets harder when it means making the room uncomfortable.

Brotherhood stars Mauricio Martínez and Casey Elliott and writer-director Ross Boothe join Amanda on That Nashville Girl Show for a conversation that gets emotional quickly—and gives everyone something to sit with. Their new movie, Brotherhood: A Cinematic Musical, tells the story of two neighbors and their families finding friendship across cultural differences. But the question at the heart of this episode reaches far beyond the screen: what does it mean to love your neighbor when it actually requires something of you?

Ross shares how the Mexican immigrant families who welcomed him as a young man helped inspire a film he felt compelled to make. Mauricio opens up about the role that came into his life after profound loss and his fifth experience with cancer, and the responsibility of bringing his culture to the screen with dignity. Casey reflects on a scene about a child’s silence that challenges the adults watching just as much as the characters living it.

Together, they talk about immigration, the fear of saying the wrong thing, raising kids who stand up for others, and the small gestures that help someone feel seen. There are tears, plenty of warmth, and even a casting offer that sounded a little too good to be true.

For anyone who’s ever thought, “I want to help, but I don’t know what to say,” this conversation is a place to start.

Brotherhood: A Cinematic Musical opens in theaters October 9, 2026. Find theaters and showtimes at https://www.brotherhoodmovie.com/.

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Your Stars Hollow besties have saved you a seat. Gage Briney and I are in our pajamas with Luke’s mugs, fall decorations, and enough opinions to require a town meeting.

The viral TikTok creator joins me on That Nashville Girl for coffee and a completely unfiltered catch-up. We’re talking Gilmore Girls, his famous sauvignon blanc videos, and Sarah Jessica Parker sending him wine. Yes, that Sarah Jessica Parker. We’re handling it very calmly. Obviously.

We defend Logan, debate Rory’s other choices, and discover that our own dating judgment might not be much better. There’s a Lorelai Halloween costume, an Emily Gilmore appreciation session, and a shared “I can fix him” problem that neither of us has earned the qualifications to solve.

Between the laughs, Gage shares the story behind his love of entertaining, his Today Show moment, and the dreams he’s still chasing. He also opens up about growing up gay in Arkansas, surviving bullying and violence, and finding the confidence to live openly—with his dad cheering him on.

Plus, Bella Rose sends in a Gilmore Girls question that threatens the peace of our entire imaginary town.

Pour your coffee and settle in. We have a lot to discuss.

This episode includes Gilmore Girls spoilers, explicit language, and a discussion of hate crimes.

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Give Carrie Brockwell a dream writing session and an opening slot on anyone’s tour, and she doesn’t need a second to think: Ashley McBryde.

Carrie joins me on That Nashville Girl, and we spend some time loving on Ashley’s music—from “Bible and a .44” to “What If We Don’t”—and the kind of storytelling that makes an entire room stop and listen. Naturally, we decide somebody needs to make this collaboration happen.

We also get into Carrie’s own story: auditioning for American Idol at 15, earning three yeses from Luke Bryan, Katy Perry, and Lionel Richie, and finding her direction as an artist after Hollywood Week. Now a Belmont University student, she’s balancing classes, shows, and songwriting while building her life in Nashville.

Carrie shares the heart behind her debut album “That’s Real,” her connection to Chester, Virginia, and why she wanted to record “Sweet Virginia Breeze.” We talk about overthinking, imposter syndrome, and learning to trust the people who believe in you.

A thoughtful question from previous guest Riley Roth brings it all back to the beginning: What would you tell the version of yourself who first fell in love with music?

Listen to Carrie Brockwell’s “That’s Real,” including “Nobody’s Perfect,” wherever you stream music.

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Harper Grace grew up dancing in Texas honky-tonks—and genuinely thought that was what “knockin' boots” meant. Her mama had to clear that up.

The country singer-songwriter joins me for a funny, heartfelt conversation about “Underneath the Harvest Moon,” her “disco cowgirl” sound, and finding her way back to the music and style that feel most like her.

We talk about the five-year wait to release “Underneath the Harvest Moon,” the secret recording of her nana that became part of “Tennessee Waltz,” and the classic country artists who shaped her childhood. Harper also shares how a literal detour around Curb Records became a meaningful part of her faith and career journey.

From people-pleasing and closed doors to vintage fashion and learning to trust her own instincts, Harper opens up about what it takes to keep believing in a dream. Plus, we blind-rank classic songs and get into her dad’s advice on life, faith, and choosing someone who isn’t afraid to look silly to make you happy.

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Twenty years after “If You’re Going Through Hell” became Rodney Atkins’ first No. 1, the message remains as powerful as ever: when life gets hard, keep on going.

Rodney joins That Nashville Girl to celebrate the anniversary of a country anthem, revisit the Nashville stories behind his remarkable career and talk about why he is still moving forward with new music, more shows and no plans to slow down.

His first day on Music Row sounds almost too good to be true. Garth Brooks nearly ran him over in a pickup truck—and moments later, Merle Haggard opened the door for him and told him to remember that “the Hag” had opened his first door in Nashville.

But the road to a No. 1 song took years. Rodney shares why multiple record labels wanted him to change his name because of Rhett Akins and Trace Adkins, and why being adopted made keeping the Atkins name nonnegotiable. Curb Records respected that decision, gave him time to find his voice and has remained his label for 30 years.

Rodney also looks back on the songs that defined an unforgettable era of country music, including “Watching You,” “Take a Back Road,” “These Are My People” and “Cleanin’ This Gun.” He explains why those songs continue to connect, how “Watching You” has become a generational anthem and why hearing parents share it with their own children means so much.

The conversation travels from opening for George Jones and Martina McBride to touring with Brad Paisley and a young Taylor Swift, recording the If You’re Going Through Hell album from a pantry in rural Tennessee and building a career around “life songs” instead of whatever Nashville said he was supposed to sing.

Now, Rodney is introducing a new chapter with True South and “The Years Are Short” while continuing to make real country music designed to last. He also shares his best advice for new artists: find your own voice, refuse to chase every trend and create songs worthy of a full show—not just a viral moment.

Plus, Rodney opens up about his marriage to singer-songwriter Rose Falcon, the promise that keeps them strong and why they have chosen to always “fall together.”

It has been 20 years since his first #1 but Rodney Atkins is still as relevant today as he was in 2006.

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Izzy Mahoubi calls Dolly Parton a punk rock icon—and once you hear her reasoning, you might agree.

The Arizona-raised, Nashville-based singer-songwriter and guitarist joins me to talk about being kind, knowing your worth, and refusing to let someone else define you. That includes the music industry professional who asked her to choose a “stage age” when she was only 21.

We get into Izzy’s viral Southwest-inspired cover of Rage Against the Machine’s “Killing in the Name,” including the self-doubt she was feeling the day she filmed it. She also shares the story behind her original song “Hound of the Strays,” written with Jaid Joice and Laela Dasher, and how The Lord of the Rings inspired their take on feeling lost in your 20s.

Along the way, we talk about women playing guitar, Stevie Nicks, and the Brandi Carlile songs that helped shape Izzy’s life. There’s also an unexpected alternate career choice—and an honest conversation about making music for the love of it, whether anyone’s watching or not.

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Country singer-songwriter Kimberly Kelly joins me to talk about her song “40,” chasing dreams in your 40s, and letting go of the pressure to have your life figured out by a certain age.

Kimberly shares an honest look at being a woman in country music, becoming a mom at 41, and continuing to pursue a music career while working as a speech therapist. We dig into the “no plan B” mentality—and why having another career has helped her keep making music.

We also talk about the stories behind “40” and “Modern Day Woman,” the vulnerability of songwriting, her experience signing with Toby Keith’s record label, and navigating marriage and motherhood as a creative. Plus, Kimberly shares how she met her songwriter husband in Key West and answers a question from previous guest Rachel Potter.

If you’re navigating life after 40, balancing creativity with a day job, or questioning the timeline you set for yourself, you’ll find plenty to connect with here.

Find Kimberly Kelly’s song “40” wherever you listen to music and follow her on Instagram at @kimberlykellymusic.

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What if hearing “no” became something you chased instead of something you feared? Country singer-songwriter Karissa Ella joins me to talk about pursuing your dreams, trusting your own timeline, and finding the courage to show up before you feel ready.

We get into the stories behind her songs “Working Man” and “The Country,” from the hardworking community she grew up around in North Canton, Ohio, to the love and commitment she’s found in her marriage.

Karissa also opens up about building a music career in Nashville, handling social media pressure, and how meditation and daily routines help her manage the demands of being an artist. Her approach to success—“take the stairs all the way up”—is a reminder that there’s value in the lessons we’re tempted to rush past.

Plus, we reflect on Dolly Parton’s music and generosity, and Karissa answers a dream-collaboration question from previous guest Sam Palladio.

A conversation about country music, self-belief, healthy love, and going for it—even when you’re scared.

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It’s New Music Friday, and Mike Thomas Band’s new album, *Echoes*, is out today (9/25/2026). If Mike is a new name to you, start with the song his daughter helped the world discover.

Mike wrote “Hell and High Water” after Hurricane Helene devastated the region where he grew up and where his family still lives. He and his band recorded it quickly, released it without a promotion campaign, and directed its streaming proceeds to hurricane relief. Then his daughter posted about the song on TikTok. It drew roughly 4 million views in its first weekend.

That response brought new listeners to his music, but it also left him with a difficult question: how do you follow a song born from other people’s pain? Mike talks with Amanda Adams about stepping back, finding his way into the songs on "Echoes," and spending two years making an album he could stand behind.

They also get into the sound he’s built with the same musicians who play his live shows, Amanda’s strong opinion on the name “Mike Thomas Band,” a little Band Perry debate, and the Riley Green songs they’d each skip. Come for the new music; stay to get to know the artist behind it.

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Sam Palladio will always be part of Nashville history - but his next chapter might be his most exciting yet.

In this episode, Sam takes us back to the role that brought him from London to Music City and turned him into Gunnar Scott on Nashville. He shares the stories behind the Scarlett and Gunnar songs fans still love, the cast’s sold-out reunion tours and why the series continues to find new audiences more than a decade later.

Sam also shares a heartfelt tribute to Hayden Panettiere, remembering her extraordinary talent, the friendship they formed and how she took him under her wing when he first moved to the U.S. to film Nashville.

Then, the conversation turns to the Sam Palladio fans haven’t heard before.

With “Burberry Jacket,” “Glitter” and the upcoming “Midnight Chess Club,” Sam is stepping beyond the sound fans know and embracing the British indie-pop and rock influences that shaped him. He opens up about finally finding his own musical lane, the new album taking shape and why this era feels different from everything that came before it.

Sam also talks about grief, losing his mother and his beloved dog River, and how creating music for the people he has lost continues to propel him forward.

This episode has the Nashville nostalgia fans will always love—and a fascinating first look at the Sam Palladio era no one saw coming.

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Whitner Slagsvol from Southern Charm joined That Nashville Girl with his mom Beth and his clothing line, Block + Ink. He changed into one of his shirts before the interview, and Amanda did what any girl sitting across from Whitner would do: momentarily forgot she had questions to ask. 🥂

Whitner talks about repeatedly saying no to Southern Charm before finally joining the cast, his longtime connection to Craig Conover, and the strange experience of being recognized. He shares stories about traveling with his uncle Jimmy Buffett, building a tech company while practicing law, and waking up at 4:30 AM to win a competition for a gym spot that the other guy may not even know exists.

He also tells the story behind Block + Ink, the clothing line inspired by a trip to India. Its colorful block-print shirts are now part of a fashion tour that brought Whitner to Nashville, and he and Beth are working on women’s designs. Amanda has already asked about the pink ones.

It might not have turned out the way Amanda hoped... but she had a great time asking questions.

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Nashville comedian Mike James made my 16-year-old nephew laugh so hard at the Grand Ole Opry that I had to meet him. Now he’s here to talk stand-up comedy, dad life, working with Nate Bargatze, and the Nashville he grew up in.

Mike tells me why his Opry debut meant so much, what he learned from getting booed, and how his aunt wound up asking Arsenio Hall for an autographed photo in a Facebook comment. We also confess to some very emotional drunk texting, revisit Opryland, and make Mike choose: Chris Rock or Arsenio?

And can someone please tell me how to pronounce “Bargatze”? I’m pretty sure I got it wrong for the entire podcast. 😂

Come see Mike tape his comedy special with Andy Woodhull and Mark Chalifoux at Nateland Presents Live Special Taping on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at Woolworth Theatre in Nashville. The show starts at 3:15 PM.

Tickets: https://sessions.woolworththeatre.com/event/nateland-live-comedy-taping-starring-andy-woodhu-jx610d

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We’re getting cozy with The Georgia Kid - and country music fans may have just found their newest crush.

Rising artist Ethan Garner joins Amanda in matching robes for a New Music Friday filled with blind rankings, behind-the-song stories and plenty of Georgia-boy charm. Ethan walks us through his new album, The Georgia Kid, and reveals which songs were inspired by real life, which one he wrote at 18 and which track Amanda immediately claimed as her favorite.

He also shares how a country spin on Katy Perry’s “The One That Got Away” changed the direction of his career, why he left Belmont after landing a publishing deal and what it meant to open for one of his longtime heroes, Cole Swindell.

But somewhere between the music, the robes and a very honest conversation about old-fashioned romance, this interview takes a flirty turn. Is dating really harder now - or has Amanda simply been looking for love in the wrong state?

Come meet The Georgia Kid everyone is about to be talking about.

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Pia Toscano wasn’t rejected—she was redirected.

Fifteen years after her unforgettable run on American Idol, Pia is finally able to see the shocking elimination, closed doors and unexpected turns in her career for what they may have been: protection.

For this Throwback Thursday episode, Pia opens up about auditioning five times before making the show, competing alongside Scotty McCreery and Lauren Alaina and navigating the pressure and brutal online criticism that followed. She also reveals why she believes she may not have been ready for the level of fame everyone expected for her—and why the career that didn’t happen on schedule led her to the artist she was always meant to become.

Pia also shares the story behind her powerful new song “Redirected,” the painfully honest lyric she almost took out, Jessica Simpson’s reaction to her viral cover, her Broadway dreams and the peace and creative freedom she has found in Nashville.

This isn’t a story about what Pia Toscano lost after American Idol. It’s about everything she found because her path changed.

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Jimmie Allen is finally telling his side of the story.

He admits he made the decision to cheat on his former wife—but he refuses to call it a mistake. To Jimmie, that word is a way out. He made a choice, he regrets it and he believes real accountability begins with calling it exactly what it was.

In this raw and deeply personal conversation, Jimmie addresses the separate allegations he denies, the lawsuit that brought his career to a standstill and the painful speed with which longtime friends and colleagues disappeared.

But one person unexpectedly stayed.

Jimmie says Dolly Parton called him every day for three months. When NBC wanted to edit him out of her Christmas special, Dolly refused, telling them the entire project was off unless he remained in it.

The public fallout, however, was only part of what Jimmie was facing. Behind the number ones, award shows and television appearances was an addiction he was desperately trying to hide. He reveals the overdose that left him in a four-day coma, the doctor who told him he was months away from dying and the night he sat in his truck questioning whether he wanted to live.

We talk about infidelity, accountability, addiction, bipolar disorder, autism, fatherhood, faith and learning to live without needing the approval of Nashville—or anyone else.

Then Jimmie performs his unreleased song “Hold On,” written from the words that helped him survive his darkest night.

There is laughter in this conversation. There is pain, accountability, faith and a side of Jimmie Allen the world has never been allowed to see.

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This episode includes candid discussions of addiction, overdose, suicidal thoughts, infidelity and sexual-assault allegations. If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 in the United States for immediate crisis support.

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Lou Ridley believes that if your art never upsets anyone, you may not be making art at all—you may just be entertaining people.

That belief is at the center of “American Girl” and this fearless, funny and completely unfiltered conversation about music, politics, patriotism and who gets to define what an American woman should be.

Lou joins Amanda to talk about reclaiming the American flag from the far right, creating an inclusive version of the American girl and refusing to stay quiet simply because speaking up could cost her followers or opportunities. She also opens up about growing up around ignorance and bigotry in Texas, confronting what she had been taught and becoming a voice for others who are still trying to unlearn it.

They get into the provocative imagery behind “American Girl,” the difference between making art and simply entertaining people, and why having haters might be better for an artist than inspiring no reaction at all.

Lou also talks about the expectations placed on women from childhood, the pressure to build a life around marriage and motherhood, and why she refuses to make herself smaller for a relationship, an audience or the music industry.

After being told their approach would never work, Lou Ridley and Bryan Andrews are selling out venues across the country without softening their voices or waiting for Nashville’s permission.

This isn’t a conversation designed to make everyone comfortable. It’s about questioning what you were taught, saying the hard thing and creating art powerful enough to make people feel something.

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Is Onoleigh country music’s Adele? After hearing her powerhouse vocals and deeply personal songwriting, we’re making the case.

Onoleigh joins us on her birthday—and the release day of her new song, “Nothing At All”—to reveal her upcoming EP, Love Bomb. She shares how her real life became her most honest music, the stories behind songs like “Waited Too Long” and “Losing Me and You,” and why this new project finally feels like the real Onoleigh.

We also talk about Adele, healing, intuition, finding yourself, and the difference between an album and an EP—all while celebrating with protein donuts.

It’s a fun, honest, and slightly unhinged conversation about great music and everything that inspires it.

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Traditional country music isn’t boring. It just needs new energy—and Chandler Dozier is bringing it.

The North Carolina singer-songwriter discovered Merle Haggard, Dwight Yoakam and the Bakersfield sound as a teenager. After falling in love with the music, the suits and the stories behind it, he moved to Nashville and started building a sound that reaches into country music’s past without feeling stuck there.

Chandler joins Amanda for New Music Friday to talk about arriving at Belmont in 2020, surviving music-business classes without ever having used a Mac and playing four-hour honky-tonk sets to sharpen his musicianship.

He also explains how Bakersfield country, rockabilly, bluegrass and northern Mexican music all found their way into his songs—including “Until She’s Gone” and his newest release, “Norteño.” Plus, Chandler reveals the three songs that define him as an artist, the album he would take to a deserted island and the Nashville venue he dreams of playing.

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Mason Ramsey was only 11 when one viral performance changed his life.

Within days, the small-town Illinois singer was appearing on The Ellen Show and heading to Nashville to perform at the Grand Ole Opry. Coachella and Stagecoach followed, and at 12, Mason joined Lil Nas X on the record-breaking “Old Town Road” remix.

But becoming famous as a child meant Mason had to grow up in front of the world—and work even harder to show people the artist behind the moment.

Now 19, Mason has spent eight years writing, performing and paying his dues in Nashville. He joins Amanda to talk about finding a sound that is finally his own on Outlaw in Love, a new album that makes classic country feel fresh again.

Mason also opens up about the complicated side of childhood fame, writing “Hey There Trouble” with Stella Lefty, recording “Old Town Road” with ERNEST in a late-night studio session and the collaboration he wants to manifest next.

You may think you know Mason Ramsey, but this is the chapter where he gets to introduce himself.

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At 12 years old, Ava Paige started writing her own songs. At 13, she landed a standing gig on Nashville’s Broadway. By 14, she was touring, traveling and playing more than 150 shows a year.

Then something didn’t feel right.

Ava returned home from a tour in Texas and was sent to Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital, where six doctors walked into her room, closed the door and told her, “You have cancer.”

In an instant, more than 70 scheduled appearances were canceled and the country music career she had spent years building came to a stop. Ava began two and a half years of chemotherapy, with doctors unsure whether she would ever reach remission.

Now five years cancer-free, Ava is back onstage and giving other young cancer patients the support she understands firsthand. She joins Amanda ahead of her performance at the Yellow Stones benefit for With Love to discuss her remarkable start in country music, fighting her way back and building Pickin’ and Kickin’ Cancer for teenagers going through treatment.

Ava also shares the karaoke moment with Kelly Clarkson that helped start her career and the Texas cowboy who inspired her new song, “End of Your Rope.”

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What happens when you stop proving yourself—and start choosing yourself?

For Reality Check Tuesday, Meghan Patrick opens up about motherhood, healing and becoming the cycle-breaker she believes she was meant to be.

After trying to become a mother for more than four years and experiencing a miscarriage, Meghan found out she was pregnant just as her career was reaching a major new level. Her first radio single was climbing the charts, she had earned a coveted spot at CRS New Faces and a headlining tour was already booked. She was determined to prove she could keep doing it all—until she realized she shouldn’t have to.

Meghan shares the reality of touring while pregnant, her difficult decision to step away from the road and the double standard women face when they become mothers in the music business. She also talks about separating her worth from her achievements and learning that slowing down doesn’t erase everything she has built.

The conversation goes even deeper as Meghan discusses surviving domestic violence, ending a toxic relationship with her mother and breaking generational cycles before welcoming her own baby girl.

We also get into the stories behind her deeply personal album Golden Child and her empowering new song “I Sure Hope So”—a song for anyone who has changed, healed and refuses to apologize for it.

Listen to “I Sure Hope So” and Golden Child wherever you stream music.

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Barrett Baber is back—and this special Labor Day Monday reunion comes with receipts.

I surprise Barrett with a long-lost VHS tape from our college days, complete with silver pants, frosted tips, double hoops, and a Backstreet Boys performance that may never have been intended for the internet.

Between the laughter and questionable fashion choices, Barrett gets refreshingly honest about creative burnout, the pressure to constantly make content, balancing music with family life and continuing to show up when inspiration feels harder to find. We also talk about knowing your worth, running a high school football scoreboard, growing older in the music business and why John Mayer remains Barrett’s greatest musical influence.

Barrett also shares the story behind One Morning in June, his beautifully raw five-song project with Dennis Drummond and Haydel. Recorded around a single microphone with no real plan, the collection captures three musicians laughing, improvising and playing simply because they love it. It features the original “Plenty of Something” alongside stripped-down versions of “A Change Is Gonna Come,” “Rhinestone Cowboy,” “Sara Smile” and “Easy.”

Basically, this episode is two old friends, one incriminating VHS tape, and a conversation that goes everywhere in the best way.

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We saved one of our favorite Nashville girls for last! For the grand finale of our CMA Fest recordings—and the last official weekend of summer—Ashland Craft joins us for tequila, truth and one absolutely unforgettable Nashville story.

Before she was releasing powerhouse country music and collaborating with artists like Ashley McBryde, Mae Estes and Chase Rice, Ashland was competing on Team Miley on The Voice, traveling back and forth to Nashville, and saying yes to every opportunity she could find.

That includes saying yes when her Uber driver casually suggested they write a song together. Seven years later, he’s still one of her friends and co-writers. If that doesn’t perfectly capture the magic of Nashville, we don’t know what does.

Ashland opens up about singing four-hour sets on Broadway, creating Dive Bar Beauty Queen, learning to own her place in the industry, fighting imposter syndrome and making music that gets people out of their seats.

It’s funny, honest, inspiring and filled with serious main-character energy—the perfect way to close out our CMA Fest summer.

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Is Written By A Woman the best country EP of 2026? I’m calling it now.

For our first New Music Friday episode, country artist and songwriter Zoe Jean Fowler joins That Nashville Girl to take us inside an EP written entirely by women —and packed with songs that make choosing a favorite nearly impossible.

Zoe shares the unexpected moment that inspired the project, the stories behind “Written By A Woman,” “Til The Wheels Fall Off,” “Fireflies,” “Shh... It Happens,” and “Another Day in Nashville,” plus the all-female songwriting community that helped bring it to life.

We also get honest about chasing a dream in Nashville, comparison, rejection, the pressure women face in country music, and why sometimes realizing no one else will build your dream is exactly what pushes you forward.

Plus: Zoe’s earliest song about her dad, her dream of playing the Ryman, the artist she would love to duet with, and her own pick for a must-hear country album.

Your weekend homework: listen to Written By A Woman and try to pick just one favorite song.

This episode was recorded at Hutton Hotel’s iconic Nashville recording studio.

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In 2005, Lewis Brice performed at the Key West Songwriters Festival in a lineup packed with exceptional artists and songwriters. His voice and stage presence stood out so much that I recognized him instantly when I crossed paths with him in Nashville a year later—long before social media made it easy to keep up with someone.

Twenty years later, Lewis joins me for a full-circle conversation about building a real, lasting life in country music.

Lewis Brice is a powerhouse vocalist, recording artist, songwriter, producer, touring performer, and independent label owner. His songwriting credits include “Promise,” recorded by Jelly Roll; he has released music with The Swon Brothers; and he continues releasing his own music through Pup House Records, the label he founded with his brother, country artist Lee Brice.

Together, we revisit the Nashville music scene of the mid-2000s—from 12th & Porter and legendary label showcases to burned CDs and Broadway before the rooftops. Lewis shares how a Fuel concert changed the direction of his life, why he chose Nashville, and how he turned his talent into a sustainable career spanning more than two decades.

He also pulls back the curtain on the work required to succeed as an independent artist: writing, producing, rehearsing, touring, managing distribution, supporting a team, and running the business behind the music. Lewis opens up about fatherhood, his relationship with Lee, and why performing remains the part of the job he loves most.

Plus, we get into Lewis Brice’s new song “Dying to Dance”—how it challenged him vocally, why audiences connected with it before its release, and what’s coming next now that he has recorded even more new music.

This episode travels from Key West in 2005 to Nashville today with an artist whose talent made an immediate impression—and whose career proves that first impression was right.

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Country stars, hit songwriters and Nashville personalities shared untold stories during Healing Harmonies, a benefit held at JBJ’s in support of the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center and the healing power of music.

Founder Emma Grace Glover explained how her nana’s cancer journey inspired Healing Harmonies and the deeply personal song “Irreplaceable,” which she wrote as a teenager.

Hannah Dasher shared how Stand By Your Pan grew from a pandemic kitchen series into a cookbook and touring career—and teased the record she had been making with one of her musical heroes.

Tayla Lynn recalled unforgettable moments with her grandmother, Loretta Lynn, and shared Loretta’s advice about kindness, character and honoring the fans. She also discussed touring with Conway Twitty’s grandson, Tre Twitty, to keep their families’ music alive.

Sam Williams opened up about forging his own identity within the legendary Williams family. He discussed his version of “Honky Tonkin’” and revealed the family melody that helped inspire his personal song “Know Me.”

Meghan Linsey reflected on turning painful experiences into music and finally receiving the Billboard plaque she earned after “Amazing Grace” reached No. 1 on the Christian chart.

Hit songwriter Trey Bruce shared stories behind a career filled with songs recorded by Faith Hill, Trisha Yearwood, Randy Travis and many more—including the emotional moment he first heard one of his songs on the radio while delivering pizzas.

Ben Schuller explained how he became the artist, director and editor behind Cosplay, his genre-blending album told through a connected series of short films.

Erin from On Air With Erin shared how her love of artists and songs led her to WSM Radio, the Grand Ole Opry and her role as emcee for Healing Harmonies.

Together, these conversations offered country music history, famous family stories, hard-earned career lessons and plenty of laughter—all while highlighting how music therapy can comfort Vanderbilt patients and their families.

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Tay Scheibe was only 10 years old when she was diagnosed with large cell lymphoma. After chemotherapy, a stage four recurrence, radiation, and a bone marrow transplant, she entered remission—but it took years for her to feel proud of what she had overcome.

In this moving episode, Tay opens up about losing her hair and sense of identity, feeling isolated during treatment, and ultimately turning her childhood cancer experience into a source of purpose. Today, she is the founder of With Love, a Nashville nonprofit that helps children in treatment remember one essential truth: they are still kids, and they are still themselves.

With Love provides care packages, toys, games, creative encouragement, hospital resources, and special experiences for children facing cancer. The 100% volunteer-run organization is also preparing to transform a hospital playroom into a bright, welcoming space for patients from ages two to 18.

Tay also gives us an inside look at Yellowstones 2026, With Love’s Western-inspired Nashville fundraiser. Join us Thursday, September 10, at Union Station Nashville Yards for live music, custom cowboy hats, whiskey tasting, a silent auction, Kendra Scott, Ranger Station, heavy appetizers, cocktails, and a night of meaningful impact.

Come dressed in your best “cocktail cowboy” attire and help With Love reach its $75,000 goal to serve more children and hospitals.

Get tickets at https://withlovecharity.org/yellowstones.

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Country artist Matt Rogers arrived with big dreams, good energy, and a security credential he would very much like to explain.

After performing at America’s 250th celebration in Washington, D.C., Matt discovered that someone had placed his post-shower biometric photo—not his professional headshot—on his official ID. What followed was a long day of security checkpoints, confused guards, and one profoundly unimpressed mother.

Fortunately, questionable decisions make excellent stories.

Matt also opens up about the less glamorous side of pursuing a dream: hearing “no,” questioning yourself, and continuing to show up anyway. He shares why small wins matter, how he learned to embrace what makes him different, and what changed when he stopped being embarrassed to be himself.

The conversation takes a meaningful turn with the story behind “Camouflage,” the deeply personal song Matt created after losing a family friend. Every stream helps support Brother’s Keeper Veteran Foundation and its work in the fight against veteran suicide.

There’s heart, hilarity, Nashville honesty, tour-bus reality, and a little Broadway bourbon math. The train may be wobbling, but it’s heading somewhere good.

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Is Onoleigh country music’s Adele? After hearing her powerhouse vocals and deeply personal songwriting, we’re making the case.

Onoleigh joins us on her birthday—and the release day of her new song, “Nothing At All”—to reveal her upcoming EP, Love Bomb. She shares how her real life became her most honest music, the stories behind songs like “Waited Too Long” and “Losing Me and You,” and why this new project finally feels like the real Onoleigh.

We also talk about Adele, healing, intuition, finding yourself, and the difference between an album and an EP—all while celebrating with protein donuts.

It’s a fun, honest, and slightly unhinged conversation about great music and everything that inspires it.

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At just 19, rising country artist Sela Campbell has gone from studying at UVA to signing major music deals, opening for Carly Pearce and releasing her debut EP, Loving Made Me Mean.

Sela shares how a guy telling her she’d be prettier as a platinum blonde inspired the ultimate country clapback—and one of her favorite songs to perform live. She also talks about leaving college to pursue music, singing onstage with Carly Pearce and how years of playing three-hour gigs prepared her for this breakthrough moment.

Plus, Sela performs “Blonde” live.

Special thanks to 8th Avenue Guitar Works for hosting this episode and providing the perfect setting for our conversation.

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This was not the episode we planned.

Meghan Linsey arrived expecting a fun conversation. Just as she got here, we learned that Dolly Parton had passed away. We were stunned, heartbroken, and honestly didn’t know what to do. Canceling felt understandable—but we both believed Dolly would tell us to go on. So we sat down, pressed record, and talked it out.

What followed is a raw, tearful, and deeply loving tribute to the woman who embodied country music, generosity, strength, humor, and hope. Meghan shares how singing Dolly Parton’s “Hard Candy Christmas” helped her first discover her own voice, why Dolly has always been the great connector, and how her music became part of the soundtrack of our lives.

We also talk candidly about Meghan’s journey from Steel Magnolia to becoming a solo artist: the painful end of a relationship, loving someone through addiction, choosing herself, surviving Nashville’s cruelty, and rebuilding a career when quitting sometimes felt easier. Meghan opens up about “Humble Again,” rediscovering her authentic voice, and why she continues chasing the dream even when she feels lost.

This conversation is filled with shock, grief, tears, laughter, and above all, love for Dolly. We didn’t have the right words. We still don’t. But we believe Dolly would have said, “Now you girls go on and have a podcast.”

So that’s what we did. We will always love you, Dolly. Thank you...for everything.

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What does it really take to make it in Nashville’s country music scene?

Former professional baseball player turned country artist Bryan Ruby takes us behind the scenes of chasing a Music City dream. He shares the reality of starting over in Nashville—from writers’ rounds, song pitches, and rejection to late-night bar gigs and earning more than 40 songwriter cuts, culminating in his Whiskey Jam debut.

Bryan also explains why performing at Nashville International Airport means more than it might seem. We get into the stories behind his EP “Playing With Fire,” his dream of performing at the Grand Ole Opry, and what keeps him going when the easier choice would be to walk away.

Plus, Bryan talks about working with the Nashville Stars and the effort to bring Major League Baseball to Nashville. His approach to both music and baseball is the same: keep showing up and keep doing the work.

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Nicole Croteau is done hiding behind the songs.

In this episode of That Nashville Girl, recorded at the Ariat Brand Shop at Fifth + Broadway in downtown Nashville, the Montana-born country artist and songwriter shares how she went from writing for more than 70 artists to finally stepping into the spotlight herself.

Nicole talks about writing “Walkin’ Shoes” for Emily Ann Roberts, releasing her debut EP Montana, and embracing both sides of her identity on Mountain Mamacita—an upcoming project inspired by her Montana cowboy roots and Puerto Rican heritage. She also takes us inside her new song “Tajín,” a bold anthem about bullying, boundaries, confidence, and adding a little spice when being the nice girl is no longer enough.

The conversation gets honest about the Nashville music industry: years of sacrifice, low bank accounts, long van rides, relentless work, and the courage it takes to pursue a country music career. Nicole also explains why her husband, brother, and sister are essential members of her band and creative team.

Plus, she shares her favorite clean beauty and skincare habits, her approach to wellness on the road, and the simple country routine that keeps her grounded—coffee with her chickens.

If you love rising female country artists, Nashville songwriting stories, behind-the-scenes music industry conversations, Western fashion, Ariat boots, and honest advice about chasing a dream, this episode is for you.

Topics include Nicole Croteau, country music, Nashville songwriters, Emily Ann Roberts, “Walkin’ Shoes,” “Tajín,” Mountain Mamacita, Montana, Puerto Rican country artists, women in country music, bullying, boundaries, clean beauty, skincare, wellness, Ariat, and Fifth + Broadway.

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What does it really mean to age well?

Amanda sits down with OMRE Life CMO Sven Kaifel for an honest conversation about longevity, healthy aging, and the everyday choices that can help us feel stronger, sharper, and more energized as we get older.

Together, they explore the science behind cellular health, why NAD+ has become one of the biggest topics in the wellness world, and why OMRE takes a different approach with its doctor-founded, NAD+ precursor formula. Sven also shares the personal reason he became passionate about longevity: wanting to stay active enough to snowboard, skateboard, and practice martial arts with his twin boys—and hopefully one day with his grandchildren.

The conversation covers the difference between supplements and substitutes, why consistency matters more than quick fixes, and the healthy habits that have the biggest impact over time. Amanda and Sven also discuss sleep, movement, stress, community, preventative health, and the wellness trends they believe are overhyped.

Plus, Amanda gives her honest first impressions of OMRE’s new liquid turmeric and shares what aging well means to her—from maintaining energy and mental clarity to looking and feeling her best for years to come.

Whether you’re curious about longevity, interested in optimizing your health, or simply trying to build better habits, this conversation offers practical insights without the hype or promises of a magic pill.

Learn more about OMRE Life at omre.co and follow @omrelife.

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What does it really take to make it as a musician in Nashville?

When Anna Scott first moved to Music City, her very first Broadway shift earned her just $4 in tips. Today, she's one of the city's sought-after performers, playing regularly on Broadway, entertaining crowds at Tennessee Titans and Nashville Predators games, and even receiving career advice from country music legend Garth Brooks.

In this episode of That Nashville Girl, Anna shares the behind-the-scenes reality of building a career as a working musician—from learning more than 400 songs to survive on Broadway to the unexpected moment she found herself performing for Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood without realizing they were in the audience.

We also talk about:

• How Anna landed her first Broadway gig
• What it's really like making a living as a Nashville musician
• The surprising advice Garth Brooks gave her
• Why tipping the band matters more than most people realize
• The dedication it takes to perform on Lower Broadway
• The story behind her original song, "First Round Pick"

Whether you're an aspiring artist, a country music fan, or just curious about life behind the neon lights of Broadway, this episode offers an honest look at the hustle, persistence, and passion it takes to succeed in Nashville.

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Recorded during CMA Fest in Nashville.

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Gracee Shriver has been chasing her country music dream since she was a kid—literally. Long before releasing her new EP Pretty Psycho, she was playing full sets on Nashville's Broadway at just 11 years old.

In this episode, Gracee opens up about her journey from The Voice to finding her sound, the stories behind the songs on Pretty Psycho, and why she's finally stepping into the artist she always knew she could become.

But don't expect a typical music interview.

Somewhere between talking about Broadway, songwriting, and what's next in country music, we end up discussing mechanical bull injuries, "Cornhole Gate," celebrity tournaments, CMA Fest adventures, and the true story that inspired "Missed the Boat." It's funny, honest, and exactly the kind of conversation that reminds you why Nashville is full of unforgettable characters.

If you love country music, great storytelling, and discovering artists before they become household names, you'll leave this episode a Gracee Shriver fan. Plus, stick around for a special live acoustic performance of "Missed the Boat."

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Two weeks after announcing her engagement, Kelsi Mayne received a DM from a complete stranger.

Let’s just say…the wedding never happened.

Instead, she turned one of the hardest chapters of her life into “Time Machine,” one of our favorite songs of the year.

In this episode, Kelsi shares the real story behind the song, how heartbreak shaped her songwriting, what it was like leaving Canada to pursue country music in Nashville, and why she says she wouldn’t change a thing.

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What do a 46-pound catfish, a reality TV show, and a hit country song all have in common?

Country artist Becca Bowen.

Amanda catches up with Becca at Wanna Spoon Cereal Bar in this Around Town episode to talk about the viral moment that changed her life, the reality TV competition that put her music in front of millions, and the ex-boyfriend who unknowingly inspired “Son of a Gun.” Plus, Becca shares the story behind her latest single, “Raise a Little Hell.”

Some stories are too good to make up—and this is one of them. Full of twists, heart, and a whole lot of country, it’s an episode you won’t want to miss. 

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Tyra Madison isn’t trying to fit the mold, and that’s exactly the point.

Behind the glam, the bangs, and the “Bratz Country” nickname is an artist who’s perfectly happy being a little messy, a little loud, and completely herself.

In this Around Town episode, recorded at JBJ’s Nashville, Jon Bon Jovi’s bar on Broadway, Tyra shares the stories behind Judge Judy and Bratz Country, opens up about turning heartbreak into songwriting, and explains why she’s stopped trying to fit in.

And stick around until the end… things get absolutely hilarious as Tyra teaches Amanda the Judge Judy line dance and takes on the mechanical bull.

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Ethan Burdick's journey almost ended before it ever began.

After hearing "no" from American Idol, Ethan went back to his college dorm, taught himself guitar, dropped out of school, and started singing on TikTok Live—making just enough money to keep his dream alive.

Even when nothing seemed to be happening, Ethan believed God had a plan. Then someone discovered him on TikTok.

That single moment opened the door to opportunities he'd only dreamed about, leading to his hit song "I Get the Picture," SiriusXM Hits 1, and a tour with Jelly Roll.

In this episode, Ethan shares the full story behind his journey—from setbacks and sacrifice to breakthrough, success, and the faith that carried him every step of the way.

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Turns out Chancey Williams has lived about five different lives already.

Professional rodeo cowboy. Ranch kid. Nashville songwriter. Country artist. Guy who once drove Toby Keith to an awards show red carpet in his ’95 Chevy van.

Amanda caught up with Chancey during CMA Fest, and somehow every story was better than the last.

Whether you’ve been following Chancey for years or this is your first introduction, this episode is full of the kind of stories that remind you why country music is at its best when it’s rooted in real life.

Chancey opens up about:

• Growing up on a Wyoming ranch
• Choosing country music over professional rodeo
• What cowboy life is really like
• The impact Yellowstone has had on western culture
• Nashville, songwriting, and staying true to his roots
• His friendship with Toby Keith

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