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The Rick Dollar Show Podcast!

Rick Dollar

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Frequency: 1 episode/12d. Total Eps: 148

🎙️ Rick Dollar — Voice of Appalachia, Architect of Authentic Radio Rick Dollar is a seasoned broadcaster, storyteller, and cultural curator whose passion for music, heritage, and human connection has shaped a dynamic career spanning over a decade. As the founder and owner of Radio Dog Productions, Rick has built a media empire rooted in authenticity, heart, and the vibrant spirit of Appalachia. He is the creator and host of the Rick Dollar Show, a syndicated radio program and podcast that blends interviews with musicians, athletes, and cultural icons with Rick’s signature humor and insight.

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08/02/2026
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The Rick Dollar Show Podcast-Valerie Smith

Friday, January 23, 2026 • Duration 01:01:09

Valerie Smith is a well-known Grassicana artist who blends bluegrass, country, and Americana music seamlessly. She has received multiple awards for her passionate and soulful performances. NPR radio host Dave Higgs aptly described her as "sassy, sultry, siren-like, sweet, smooth, soothing, and smoldering - sometimes just in one song!"

Valerie's music journey began when she recorded her first album, "Patchwork Heart," with Alan O'Bryant, a Grammy award-winning composer, producer, instrumentalist, and recording artist of the Nashville Bluegrass Band. The album's release included a song called Red Clay Halo, written by Gillian Welch and David Rawlings, which reached the top charts for Bluegrass Unlimited Radio Survey, Country Music, and Americana reporting, remaining on the list for five years. It was voted by the bluegrass community to be one of the top 60 songs of the decade. Valerie Smith owns Bell Buckle Records, Publishing, and Media and has produced many successful albums, including Julie Gold's Grammy-winning song "From a Distance." She has also produced a new musical called "Maggie's Journal," which will be out and included in some performances in 2024.

Valerie is working with Donna Ulisse on a new release called "Songbird Road," which will be released on Bell Buckle Records in late spring 2024. Valerie Smith and Liberty Pike have dominated the bluegrass music scene for over two decades with their electrifying performances and critically acclaimed recordings. The band's lineup includes Wally Hughes on dobro and fiddle, Lisa Kay Howard Hughes on mandolin, Joe Zauner on banjo and guitar, Stephen Hu on upright bass, and Valerie Smith on guitar and lead vocals. They are a powerhouse of talent and passion, combining traditional and contemporary styles to create a unique sound that embodies bluegrass music.

Valerie's latest album, "Renaissance," has charted on several roots, bluegrass, gospel, and country charts, showcasing her creative musical prowess with songs that touch on themes of hope, sorrow, love, and renewal.

Valerie Smith and Liberty Pike's music transcends boundaries and brings people together, creating an unforgettable experience. With numerous tour dates lined up for 2024, they continue to spread happiness and fun in the world of bluegrass music.

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The Rick Dollar Show Podcast-Olivia Jo

Monday, January 19, 2026 • Duration 35:00

Born and raised in the foothills of southwest Virginia, Olivia Jo is an up-and-coming bluegrass artist and versatile singer-songwriter that got her start in music as a child, cutting her teeth on traditional bluegrass, country and acoustic music. Her passionate, powerful vocals coincide with her honest, heartfelt delivery on stage, creating an enjoyable experience for both traditionalists and new listeners alike. With her soulful voice and a heart full of love for music, Olivia Jo is dedicated to carving out her own space in the bluegrass scene, drawing from a rich tapestry of musical influences and life experiences to authentically express herself as an artist and songwriter.

Olivia grew up in the small town of Stuart, Virginia, an area nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains and rich in bluegrass tradition, where she got her start in bluegrass at a very young age. She began singing basically when she could talk and learning guitar from her dad at age six. The first song he taught her to sing and play was Bill Monroe's "Blue Moon of Kentucky", which opened the door to the music that would shape her entire life. A few years later, she started playing local venues and festivals in her surrounding areas at the age of nine where she began to establish a name for herself. She recorded two bluegrass albums by the time she was 12 years old with which she enjoyed moderate success and gained exposure in radio and television. At 13, she was one of the featured female artists for a PBS television documentary called, “Women in the Arts." By 16, she had made her way to Nashville and transitioned into the country music scene. She recorded and released a country album titled, “Something Real Good,” featuring songs she wrote herself and a few co-writes with other songwriters. She later followed that album with a few of her original country singles. Since then, she has focused on honing her vocal ability and songwriting craft, recorded and shared the stage with numerous musicians, groups and artists in country music and other genres, as well as co-written with prominent songwriters such as Larry Cordle, John Pennell, and Tim Stafford to name a few.

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The Rick Dollar Show Podcast-Marty Falle

Monday, October 13, 2025 • Duration 28:18

History and heritage naturally go hand in hand, and the desire to preserve the former is generally maintained by preserving the latter. Singer, songwriter and musician Marty Falle knows that all too well. His connection to the traditional music of Appalachia was spawned from spending much of his time after graduating from college living in Kentucky, the place where bluegrass was born. Now living on a farm in Eastern Kentucky, he’s thoroughly absorbed the music, culture and influences of that storied region, and in the process, made them his own.
Falle’s producer, Grammy winner Jonathan Yudkin, sums it up succinctly. “Marty seeks stories, history, legends, and paths in creativity… His fresh sound comes from the fact that he is not trying to emulate bluegrass bands of the past or present. Instead, he is creating his songs out of his love of music, unfettered by the influence of other artists. That’s what I enjoy the most about working with him. His songs are always unpredictable and surprising…”
That, then, is the essence of an artist who’s not only impacted by history and heritage, but one who effectively moves those foundations forward as well. He’s an Appalachian original and a dedicated contributor to Americana music in general.

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The Rick Dollar Show Podcast-Paul Harris aka Dr. Digger

Thursday, March 23, 2023 • Duration 31:26

What can I say about Paul Harris... he's a talented family man grindin' it out, day after day, working hard to make us all laugh! He's very musically talented and comedically rivaled by none! Enjoy getting to know Paul Harris!

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The Rick Dollar Show Podcast-Tim Stafford

Sunday, March 12, 2023 • Duration 20:04

Tim Stafford from the legendary Bluegrass group, Blue Highway, sits down to chat with Rick about their newest project, his solo work with Thomm Jutz and the tremendous success that Blue Highway has had in the Bluegrass festival business!

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The Rick Dollar Show Podcast-Tim Raybon

Monday, March 6, 2023 • Duration 23:16

Rick sits down with Tim Raybon. Tim chats about his #1 song, his life, and his future in music!

The Rick Dollar Show Podcast-Cory Walker

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 • Duration 21:37

Rick Dollar sits down with Cory Walker about his new project, " School Project!"

The Rick Dollar Show-Chris Davis

Monday, February 27, 2023 • Duration 11:45

Rick sits down with Chris Davis, formerly from the Grascals, now with Joe Mullins and The Radio Ramblers. Chris will be talking about his new record on RBR Entertainment!

The Road Show Podcast with Rick Dollar-Tommy Buller

Sunday, December 18, 2022 • Duration 15:03

RBR recording artist, Tommy Buller chats with Rick about his new project,

and plays three of his favorite songs!

The Road Show Podcast with Rick Dollar-Marija Droze

Sunday, December 18, 2022 • Duration 15:45

Marija Droze discusses working on her new record, "Marija With a J" and her wonderful work on The RBR Family Christmas Record!

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