Best Jeff Harrell Podcasts (2024)

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Songwriting Pro's J.A.M. Session: Don’t Write What’s On The Radio 17:12

25m ago17:12

17:12

This is an excerpt from Songwriting Pro's "J.A.M. Session." If you'd like to watch the full J.A.M. Session, just log in to the Songwriting Pro Member Area. If you're not yet a Songwriting Pro member, NOW is a great time to start your 14-day FREE trail at SongwritingPro.com! The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie art…

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Ep 443: Interview w/ Tony Harrell MV2 Entertainment 49:02

3d ago49:02

49:02

CLIMBer! What does a successful indie music publisher look for in a songwriter? What makes them want to sign a songwriter like you? We discussed that and more today with the GM of a rising publishing company out of Nashville. About the hosts: Brent Baxter is an award-winning hit songwriter with cuts by Alan Jackson (“Monday Morning Church”), Randy …

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Song Title Challenge #173: "Taste Of Mercy" w/ Radney Foster! 45:22

1h ago45:22

45:22

Johnny & Brent welcome LEGENDARY hit songwriter, artist, and author, Radney Foster (Keith Urban, The Chicks, Brooks & Dunn, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Hootie & The Blowfish, Kenny Loggins, Los Lonely Boys, George Benson), to Song Title Challenge where they create 5-6 different conceptual angles for a song titled, "Taste Of Mercy," sent in by CLIMBer a…

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Ep 442: Reality Check 55:17

10d ago55:17

55:17

CLIMBers, take a deep breath...Daddy's not happy, okay? Grab a cup of coffee aaaaaaaand maybe you need a cocktail for this one...It's gonna sting a little bit. So we're going to do a reality check. You're grossly underestimating your exposure. Which is why you're spinning your wheels. Which is why you're kind of stuck. But let's break it down and t…

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Songwriting Pro's J.A.M. Session: Excuses 10:40

13d ago10:40

10:40

This is an excerpt from Songwriting Pro's "J.A.M. Session." If you'd like to watch the full J.A.M. Session, just log in to the Songwriting Pro Member Area. If you're not yet a Songwriting Pro member, NOW is a great time to start your 14-day FREE trial at SongwritingPro.com! The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie art…

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Ep 441: How To Use Your Whole Mind For Songwriting 38:48

7d ago38:48

38:48

CLIMBer! You probably already use some great tools to write songs: guitar, piano, computer, digital audio workstations, and all that good stuff. But you might be neglecting the most important tool at your disposal. And that is the other part of your brain, your other way of thinking. Today you'll learn how to use your whole brain to maximize your c…

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Song Title Challenge #172: "Ruthless Ambition" w/ Charly Reynolds 34:03

11d ago34:03

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Brent & Johnny welcome 24-year-old rising singer-songwriter, Charly Reynolds to Song Title Challenge! Her release, "Love You Long" gained spotlight placement on Spotify's New Music Nashville and Fresh Finds country playlists as well as Apple Music's New and Country Playlist. Together, they brainstorm 5-6 different angles for the title, "Ruthless Am…

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Ep 440: REPS 48:00

17d ago48:00

48:00

CLIMBers, today we're going to take off our artist hats, close our eyes, and remember what it's like to be a music fan. Why? Because this is going to reveal the biggest secret to growing your audience. Get Johnny's free download, Whoever Owns The Traffic, Rules The Road, by going to GiftFromJohnny.com and telling him where to send it! The C.L.I.M.B…

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Songwriting Pro's "The Hang" with Hit Songwriter/Producer, Jeff Johnson 17:15

18d ago17:15

17:15

Brent sits down with hit Canadian songwriter/producer, Jeff Johnson, to discuss his cuts... and bruises! This is an excerpt from "The Hang." If you'd like to watch the full episode, just log in to the Songwriting Pro Member Area. If you're not yet a Songwriting Pro member, NOW is a great time to start your 14-day FREE trail at SongwritingPro.com! T…

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Ep 439: Interview w/ LeAnn Phelan From LP Creative Management 1:02:23

21d ago1:02:23

1:02:23

Johnny & Baxter welcome LeAnn Phelan, a 25-year veteran music industry executive who was Co-head of ASCAP Nashville Creative, Senior Director of A&R Sony Nashville, VP of Combustion Music, Preliminary Judge Seasons 6-9 of American Idol. She had managed or published Ashley Gorley, Jimmy Robbins, Catt Gravitt and many other hit songwriters! Currently…

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Song Title Challenge #171: "Sweet Southern Promise" w/ Tom Douglas 38:58

1M ago38:58

38:58

Johnny & Brent welcome LEGENDARY hitmaker, Tom Douglas, to the pod ("House That Built Me", "Southern Voice", "Little Rock", "The Gift", "Meanwhile Back At Mamas") where they work out 5-6 different conceptual angles to write a song titled, "Sweet Southern Promise". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Ep 438: "If You're In A Band..." w/ Mark Maxwell 55:09

28d ago55:09

55:09

CLIMBer, "If you're in a band..." this episode is a must-listen! Mark Maxwell of the legendary Louisville band, The Crashers, reveals game-changing advice for anyone who wants to start a band or take their existing band to the next level. We're sharing Mark's wisdom because we want you to win. So listen up! Follow Maxwell's House Of Music to see al…

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Songwriting Pro's "The Hang" with Hit Songwriter/Producer, Jerry Salley 17:15

1M ago17:15

17:15

Brent sits down with legendary country/Christian/bluegrass songwriter/producer, Jerry Salley, to discuss his cuts... and bruises! This is an excerpt from "The Hang." If you'd like to watch the full episode, just log in to the Songwriting Pro Member Area. If you're not yet a Songwriting Pro member, NOW is a great time to start your 14-day FREE trail…

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Ep 437: Stories Behind The Songs w/ Bart Herbison 1:03:17

1M ago1:03:17

1:03:17

CLIMBer, are you a song nerd like I am? Of course, you are. Do you love geeking out about songs as much as I do? Of course, you do. Do you want to listen to today's episode as Johnny and I geek out on the stories behind some of your favorite songs with NSAI's Executive Director, Bart Herbison? Of course, you do. Here's the link to Bart's interview …

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Song Title Challenge #170: "Pump It" w/ Hit Songwriter, D. Vincent Williams 47:20

1M ago47:20

47:20

Brent & Johnny welcome huge hit songwriter, D. Vincent Williams ("I'm Movin' On", "Just Got Started Lovin' You") to the Challenge where they hash out 5-6 different conceptual approaches to writing a song titled, "Pump It," sent in by CLIMBer, Jessie St Christopher! Connect with D. Vincent Williams: Facebook Instagram Website The C.L.I.M.B. Show is …

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Ep 436: Top 23 Indie Artists' Secrets To Success 50:43

1M ago50:43

50:43

CLIMBers, for plenty of music's most compelling artists, going independent doesn't mean going small. It means reaping the myriad of benefits by avoiding the major label route, and we're gonna hear from these artists on this episode, so stick around. The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "C…

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Songwriting Pro's "The Hang" with Hit Artist/Writer, Rob Mills of The Sound 17:15

2M ago17:15

17:15

Brent sits down with songwriter/artist, Rob Mills of hit Christian group, The Sound, to discuss his cuts... and bruises! This is an excerpt from "The Hang." If you'd like to watch the full episode, just log in to the Songwriting Pro Member Area. If you're not yet a Songwriting Pro member, NOW is a great time to start your 14-day FREE trail at Songw…

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Ep 435: "Almost" Is A Win 37:08

2M ago37:08

37:08

CLIMBer, ever had an "almost" win? It can leave you pretty frustrated and defeated, but today a hit songwriter has a different way of looking at it, a different way of looking at your almost wins. If you could use some encouragement, listen up, this episode is for you! The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists …

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Song Title Challenge #169: "Better About It" with Phillip Lammonds 34:14

2M ago34:14

34:14

Johnny & Brent welcome hitmaker (Josh Turner, Lee Brice, Hootie & The Blowfish, Kellie Pickler, Craig Morgan), Phillip Lammonds, to the Challenge where they cook up 5-6 different conceptual ideas for writing a song titled, "Better About It," sent in by CLIMBers, Kay Mott & Jennifer Ferguson. Connect with Phillip Lammonds here: Instagram: @PhillipLa…

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Ep 434: Are You Adapting or Believing? 47:23

2M ago47:23

47:23

CLIMBers! What does the movie industry have to do with whether or not you should be a niche artist or have more of a broad appeal? What does that have to do with ANYTHING?!?! Find out in today's episode! The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want…

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Songwriting Pro's "The Hang" with Hit Songwriter, Tony Wood 24:47

2M ago24:47

24:47

Brent sits down with legendary hit CCM and Southern Gospel songwriter, Tony Wood, to discuss his cuts... and bruises. This is an excerpt from "The Hang." If you'd like to watch the full episode, just log in to the Songwriting Pro Member Area. If you're not yet a Songwriting Pro member, NOW is a great time to start your 14-day FREE trail at Songwrit…

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Ep 433: The Importance Of Songwriting DEEP WORK 53:14

2M ago53:14

53:14

CLIMBers! I have a confession to make. I've been neglecting my songwriting superpower...and it's been costing me opportunities. What am I going to do about it? Listen up to find out and to find out how this process can help YOU, too! The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage I…

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Brewing up Community Through Craft Coffee with Jason Kanapkey 39:32

2M ago39:32

39:32

We explore the rich world of small batch, craft coffee with Virtuous Cycle co-founder, Jason Kanapkey. Jason shares his journey from coffee enthusiast to coffee artisan, detailing the meticulous process of sourcing, roasting, and brewing that defines Virtuous Cycle. We delve into the importance of community in the craft coffee movement, discussing …

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Song Title Challenge #168: "Give My Heart A Break" w/ Kevin Rooney 33:23

2M ago33:23

33:23

Brent & Johnny welcome pro songwriter, Producer/Engineer (Rascal Flatts, Russell Dickerson, Crowder, Zach Williams, and more), and Director of A&R for Red Street Records (home to artists including Consumed By Fire, Chris Lane, Jason Crabb, and more), Kevin Rooney, to the show where they Dare To Suck working out 5-6 different conceptual ideas for wr…

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Ep 432: Interview w/ NSAI Executive Director, Bart Herbison 1:03:16

2M ago1:03:16

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CLIMBers! What's the deal with the MLC suing Spotify? How did Spotify commit to a raise in pay for songwriters and still manage to pay songwriters $150 million less this year? What are the legal ramifications of AI? You'll find out the answers to these questions and much more as we welcome the Executive Director from NSAI, Bart Herbison, to the sho…

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Songwriting Pro's "The Hang" with Hit Duo, Zane & Donna King 24:47

2M ago24:47

24:47

Brent sits down with hit Southern Gospel duo, Zane & Donna King to discuss their cuts... and bruises. This is an excerpt from "The Hang." If you'd like to watch the full episode, just log in to the Songwriting Pro Member Area. If you're not yet a Songwriting Pro member, NOW is a great time to start your 14-day FREE trail at SongwritingPro.com! The …

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Ep 431: Going Crazy with Hit Songwriter, Tim James 42:11

3M ago42:11

42:11

CLIMBers, today's guest kicked things off in his songwriting career a little late in life... but he made up time quickly with a FIVE-WEEK #1! That was over twenty years ago, but he's not done yet. He is still getting cuts on the biggest names in the industry, and he has some wisdom to share with us today from his newly released autobiography. It's …

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Wrap-Up Season 1 - Invested Poorly: Sad Tales of FInancial Fails 4:28

3M ago4:28

4:28

Season 1 is now over, and Jeff Harrell reflects on what he hopes you’ve gained from the series. He highlights each of the investing lessons covered in the first season’s 12 episodes, which were designed to help you make wiser investment decisions for a smoother path to financial independence (FI). Remember: Focus on the long-term, control your emot…

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Investment Stories Are Like Social Media…Breeding Grounds for FOMO 10:34

3M ago10:34

10:34

Every investor at some point will experience FOMO (fear of missing out). Friends, family, and “experts” influence our investment decisions due to this feeling of FOMO which is rooted in our feelings of fear or greed. Arm yourself with stories of failure and actual data points to help keep you from succumbing to this common investor trap. Jeff Harre…

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Market Maven Predicts Next Stock Market Crash, Click Here…Nooo! 9:23

3M ago9:23

9:23

Investing headlines are designed to get you to click. The more extreme the claim, the more likely we are to do what we all know we shouldn’t. What could happen to you when you push that button? Jeff Harrell tells a story about what one investor experienced after “taking the bait” and clicking on a doomsday investing headline. A second story in this…

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My Investment Advisor Is Doing a Great Job…Are You Sure? 12:20

3M ago12:20

12:20

Nothing is more important than trust when it comes to financial advice. Unfortunately, the complicated nature of investing results in everyday investors having a difficult time identifying misleading tactics. Jeff Harrell shares two true stories—that infuriate him to this day—about deceptive information he discovered on real client investment repor…

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Stock Market Experts on TV Are So Smart…But Can They See the Future? 10:59

3M ago10:59

10:59

Perception is often extremely different than reality. Financial news channels may be the posterchild for this. A deep understanding of global economics, business management, politics, financial accounting, etc., still isn’t enough to make you able to truly predict the future. Jeff Harrell presents the evidence to support this, with shocking data fr…

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Cost Basis Helps Determine Performance…Incorrectly 13:36

3M ago13:36

13:36

Are you sure you understand the "Cost Basis" and “Gain/Loss” columns on your investment statements? Cost basis and gain/loss calculations are two commonly misunderstood investment terms. Learn what these calculations actually represent. Jeff Harrell uses several examples to illustrate how cost basis can be misleading and breaks down this technical …

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I’ll Wait to Invest When the Stock Market Pulls Back…Why? 8:54

3M ago8:54

8:54

Timing the stock market is something we’re all told not to do, yet all of us are guilty of it at some point. This episode may have the “smoking gun” illustration to help you avoid this poor decision going forward. Jeff Harrell explains two hypothetical (and impossible) scenarios of the luckiest and unluckiest investors in history—the former buying …

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Past Investment Performance Matters…Does it Really? 10:13

3M ago10:13

10:13

Even though everyone knows past performance is no guarantee of future results, the allure of buying what you wished you’d owned tempts us all. This episode will help drive this point home further with examples of why heeding this advice is so important to successful investing. Jeff Harrell also shares what three types of investment returns most peo…

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My Investments Are Doing Awesome (Or Terrible)…How Do You Know? 13:38

3M ago13:38

13:38

Perception is often not reality. Everyday investors would do well to keep this in mind while reviewing their investment accounts. Unfortunately, many investors’ lack of understanding about performance has cost them dearly over the years. Gaining a better understanding of this will better equip you to compare your results to relevant benchmarks, the…

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Stocks are Risky…False Fact! 9:33

3M ago9:33

9:33

We’ve all heard the term, “beauty is in the eye of the beholder.” When it comes to the stock market, I’d simply change “beauty” to “risk” in this expression. How you define risk plays a huge role in your perception of stock market investing. A look at one set of data points may change all of that. Jeff Harrell breaks down the fascinating results of…

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Saver or Investor…Which One Are You? 10:06

3M ago10:06

10:06

Saving is where the path to financial independence (FI) begins, but if “saving” is all you ever do with your money, then your path might be longer than necessary. Implementing the next step—investing—accelerates your journey. Failure to understand from the outset about the inevitable ups and downs along a path to FI could cost you dearly in terms o…

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Obviously, the Stock Market Is About to Crash…Buy, Buy, Buy!?! 8:13

3M ago8:13

8:13

A day has hardly gone by without someone in the media predicting doom and gloom for the stock market. Buying in to this feeling has the potential not only to be devastating to your financial well-being, but also to your sanity. Jeff Harrell tells a true tale about a “doomsday prepper” who perpetually rooted for the stock market to fail because he s…

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Politics and Investing Are Like Oil and Water...They Don’t Mix 9:18

3M ago9:18

9:18

Will the next presidential election be the “most important election ever”? You might think so when following popular media outlets where every four years we have the “most important election ever!” Recognizing how this may be true in some ways—since elections, especially presidential elections, are a big deal—host Jeff Harrell reveals that when it …

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Introduction - Invested Poorly: Sad Tales of FInancial Fails 8:45

3M ago8:45

8:45

Have you ever thought of investing in the stock market as though it were like a great action movie? Host Jeff Harrell unveils their similarities (and a key difference!) and sets the stage for this seasonal podcast about how to simplify your investment strategy to help you reach financial independence. Jeff, with over 20 years of experience as a for…

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Song Title Challenge #167: "Excommunication" w/ Landon Wall 32:38

3M ago32:38

32:38

Brent and Johnny welcome Demolition Publishing songwriter, Landon Wall, to the pod where they dare to suck creating 5-6 different conceptual ideas for writing a song entitled, "Excommunication," sent in by SongwritingPro.com member and CLIMBer, Adam deWeber. Connect with Landon Wall here: Facebook: @OfficialLandonWall Instagram: @LandonWallOfficial…

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Ep 430: 13 Ways Songwriters and Artists Get Paid 1:15:49

3M ago1:15:49

1:15:49

CLIMBers! What if there were 13 ways that songwriters in indie artists can get paid? What if there was a checklist that you could go back and reference? What if it was all in a book?!?! Ahhhhhh, we got the authors here today! That's what we're gonna talk about on The CLIMB! Here are a couple links to purchase this book: NashvilleCool.com - https://…

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The Best Way to Explore Downtown McKinney 33:26

3M ago33:26

33:26

Escape rooms are wildly popular, but what if you could capture that same fun and excitement outdoors, right in the heart of McKinney Square? That's exactly what Brandon Oropallo, founder of DFW Scavenger Hunt, has achieved. In today's episode, we dive into the world of outdoor scavenger hunts. Discover how these thrilling adventures are crafted, wh…

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Songwriting Pro's "The Hang" with Rising Songwriter/Artist, Chelsey Stallings 24:48

3M ago24:48

24:48

Rising singer/songwriter (and OG CLIMBer) Chelsey Stallings joins this episode to discuss the reality of moving - or NOT moving - to Nashville to pursue professional songwriting. This is an excerpt from "The Hang." If you'd like to watch the full episode, just log in to the Songwriting Pro Member Area. If you're not yet a Songwriting Pro member, NO…

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Ep 429: AI Randy Travis??? 44:50

3M ago44:50

44:50

CLIMBers! What the WUT is up with AI Randy Travis? It kind of freaks Johnny out a little bit...but I'm going to make him talk about it today on The CLIMB. The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win! About the hosts: Brent Baxter is an …

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Song Title Challenge #166: "Grace For Impact" w/ Jimmy Yeary 25:30

3M ago25:30

25:30

Johnny and Brent welcome country songwriting LEGEND, Grammy Award winner, and writer of 14 #1 songs, Jimmy Yeary, to the show and they dare to suck creating 5-6 different conceptual angles for writing a song titled, "Grace For Impact". If you want to write like a pro, you need to think like a pro. And these episodes help you do that! The C.L.I.M.B.…

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Ep 428: Is This The Nail In The Coffin For Radio? 37:27

3M ago37:27

37:27

CLIMBers! Terrestrial radio wants a law that forces automakers to provide AM radio in all new vehicles moving forward. What does this mean exactly? That's what we're going to get into right now...I don't think it's good! Here's a link to the article. https://www.digitalmusicnews.com/2024/04/18/should-automakers-include-am-radio-new-cars/ The C.L.I.…

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Are the Legends of Belle Starr in McKinney True? 45:28

4M ago45:28

45:28

In episode 6, we delve into the captivating tales of the outlaws that once roamed the streets of McKinney. Renowned local historian, Pat Rogers, returns to take us on a journey back in time to the days when infamous outlaws like Belle Starr ruled the Wild West. With vivid storytelling, Rogers paints a picture of McKinney's tumultuous past, recounti…

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Songwriting Pro's "The Hang" with Hit Songwriter, Brian White 23:56

3M ago23:56

23:56

Spend 5 minutes with Brian White and you’ll quickly figure out, he’s a passionate man. Whether it’s about his home town Cincinnati Reds baseball team, his wife, his music, or his relationship with God, there’s no denying he’s all in. A veteran of the music industry, Brian has had the success that’s rewarded by such passion. As a touring artist sign…

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