Chart-topping Rayna James (Connie Britton) is a country legend who’s had a career any singer would envy, though lately her popularity is starting to wane. Fans still line-up to get her autograph, but she’s not packing the arenas like she used to. Rayna’s record label thinks a concert tour, opening for up-and-comer Juliette Barnes (Hayden Panettiere), the young and sexy future of country music, is just what Rayna needs. And scheming Juliette can’t wait to steal Rayna’s spotlight. But sharing ...
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In 2015, Phil completed his underground wine cellar at his 1929-built Nashville estate. Filled with cocktail favorites, candles and, what else, a piano, the cellar quickly became his favorite place to write, play and hang out with friends. The environment inspired his idea to create a series with his talented friends. Songs from the Cellar was born! SFTC will feature artists, songwriters, entertainers, athletes, comedians and wine enthusiasts will be guests on the show. Each episode will spo ...
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Authentic Conversations. Intriguing Guests. Time Well Spent. Gary Scott Thomas’ “Here’s What We Know” podcast will entertain you, enlighten you, and even possibly inspire you! Listen each week as Gary Scott Thomas engages guests in unscripted conversations where he’ll be just as surprised as you will be with how the talk turns out. So, join him each week and be privy to the captivating conversations that are sure to ensue. Conversations include interviews with Country Music artists, professi ...
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Absolute Radio Country leads the way in championing country music, playing the latest releases and classic tracks from the most iconic artists of all time - and talking to them about their influences and the stories behind the songs. With any album, there's a usually a Deluxe edition with bonus material or exclusive content and that's what you can expect right here on Country Music Talks. Every episode will feature every special moment from our guest interviews. And don’t forget, you'll hear ...
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Welcome to ”The Good Grief Good God Show,” hosted by Brad Warren, a Grammy nominee and Emmy award-winning hit songwriter known for 15 top #10 songs, including 9 #1s. Brad, drawing from his own heartbreaking experience of losing his eldest son, Sage, to an accidental fentanyl overdose in May 2020, brings a powerful perspective shaped by experiencing every parent’s worst nightmare and 18 years of sobriety, creating a fabric of authenticity and vulnerability. The show, available in audio and vi ...
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Entertaining Insights is the podcast that highlights life lessons, laughs, and great entertainment. Join host, clinical psychologist, comic and author Dr. Nancy Berk and special celebrity and expert guests as they discuss their fascinating journeys and insights. Packed with powerful advice, simple suggestions, and a dose of humor, Entertaining Insights will help you create your most positive, fun, and productive to-do lists.
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Nashville’s Charles Esten Talks About Why Love Ain’t Pretty
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This week on Here's What We Know, we're joined by the global entertainer, Charles Esten. Chip, best known for his role as Deacon Claybourne in the hit TV series "Nashville," delves into his musical journey with the release of his debut album, "Love Ain't Pretty." Tune in to hear heartfelt insights into his creative process and overcoming hardships …
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CHARLES ESTEN (Pt1/2): Navigating Acting, Music, & His Daughter’s Fight Against Cancer (S2/EP7)
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🟥 Charles Esten played the role of country singer Deacon Claybourne on the drama Nashville from 2012 to 2018, which subsequently kickstarted his own musical career. He also played Ward Cameron on the teen drama series Outer Banks. He appeared in the improvisation show Whose Line Is It Anyway? As a series regular between 1999–2005 and returned with …
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Nashville legend Charles Esten stops by to tell Baylen all about his debut album, 'Love Ain't Pretty' which was more than 10 years in the making. He reflects on the popularity of the TV show 'Nashville,' what it means to have played the Grand Ole Opry over a hundred times, and shares his love for the UK...…
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Baylen catches up with multi-platinum artist Riley Green on his first ever trip to the UK to support Morgan Wallen... They talk about how he got started in country music, his album 'Ain't My Last Rodeo' and what it's like collaborating with Jelly Roll and Luke Combs...
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Baylen catches up with record-breaking singer-songwriter Nate Smith to find out all about his brand new EP 'Through The Smoke'. They talk about what it's like supporting Morgan Wallen on tour, how he's made friends with Avril Lavigne and when he plans to come back to the UK...
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A Conversation with San Jose Earthquakes’ Goalkeeper JT Marcinkowski
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This week on Here's What We Know, we dive into the fascinating world of professional soccer, featuring our guest, JT Marcinkowski. From his childhood in Alamo, California, to defending the net for San Jose Earthquakes, JT shares his inspiring journey and gives us an insider look at what it takes to be an amazing goalkeeper. In this Episode: Learn a…
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Abducted in Plain Sight (Pt2/2): Actress & Twice Kidnapping Victim JAN BROBERG & host BRAD WARREN (S2/EP6)
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🟥 S2/EP6 - Brad welcomes actress, author, podcast host, and twice kidnapping survivor Jan Broberg. Jan's life story extends beyond her accomplishments in the performing arts. As a child, Jan endured the traumatic experience of being kidnapped twice by a family friend, first at the age of twelve and again at fourteen. Her harrowing ordeal has been w…
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The Faith of San Jose Earthquakes’ Winger Shea Salinas
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This week on Here's What We Know, our host Gary Scott Thomas had a candid conversation about the fascinating world of soccer and being a man of faith, featuring our guest, Shea Salinas, known for his remarkable tenure as the winger of the San Jose Earthquakes in Major League Soccer (MLS). Join us as we explore Shea’s journey into soccer and persona…
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How To Date Someone Without Being Creepy with Amber De Vos, The Seduxe
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This week on Here's What We Know, our host Gary Scott Thomas invites dating coach Amber De Vos, The Seduxe, to discuss the intricacies of communication between men and women. Amber, an anthropologist turned celebrity photographer and dating coach shares her insights, actionable tips, and secrets on how to improve self-confidence, overcome lonelines…
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Carly Pearce sits down with Baylen Leonard to tell him all about her brand-new album 'hummingbird'. She reflects on the success of her previous album '29: Written In Stone' and how it laid the foundation for her latest record, which has authentic storytelling at its heart.
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Abducted in Plain Sight (Pt1/2): Actress & Twice Kidnapping Victim JAN BROBERG & host BRAD WARREN (S2/EP6)
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🟥 For episode six, Brad welcomes actress, author, podcast host, and twice kidnapping survivor Jan Broberg. Jan's life story extends beyond her accomplishments in the performing arts. As a child, Jan endured the traumatic experience of being kidnapped twice by a family friend, first at the age of twelve and again at fourteen. Her harrowing ordeal ha…
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Being A Woman In Construction With 'Good Bones' Star Mina Starsiak Hawk
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This week on Here's What We Know Podcast, our guest is Mina Starsiak Hawk, the HGTV star best known for her hit show "Good Bones" and podcast host of "Mina AF." Join us as Mina shares her life behind reality TV fame, sharing insights from her journey as a woman in construction, a public figure, and a family-oriented person. Tune in now to catch all…
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American Idol Winner and country music star Scotty McCreery tells Baylen all about his brand-new album 'Rise And Fall'. He chats about the new single 'Lonely,' and shares what it was like returning to American Idol to perform his latest number 1 'Cab In A Solo'.
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How to Slow Style Design a Home That Tells Your Story? with Zandra Zuraw
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This week on the Here's What We Know Podcast, our host Gary Scott Thomas dives into the art of home design with our special guest, Zandra Zuraw, the podcast host and founder of Slow Style Home (formerly the Style Matters podcast by Little Yellow Couch). She is an interior design coach for everyday homeowners. Zandra shares her philosophy on why des…
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A Fancy Like Conversation About Life, Parenting, and Country Music with Walker Hayes
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This week on the Here's What We Know Podcast, join us in this heartfelt and candid episode where we welcome back the multi-talented country artist and family man, Walker Hayes. Dive into an intimate conversation about life, parenting, and the journey through success and failure. For anyone looking for inspiration and a refreshing perspective on wha…
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Join Baylen Leonard back stage at the Highways Festival at the Royal Albert Hall as he catches up with some of the country and Americana stars on the lineup… In this episode, Baylen chats to Michael and Tanya, The War And Treaty about how playing the UK's most iconic venue is on their bucket list...
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Grieving Mothers (Pt2/2): A Conversation about Hope & Healing After Loss w/ guest JAMIE HEARD & guest host Michelle Warren (S2/EP5)
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Visit (or click) https://goodgriefgoodgodshow.com/s2ep5-jamieheeard to learn more about today's guest, including the show, and to access parts one and two of this episode, access the back catalog of episodes, and connect on social media plus more (or see below). 🟥 GUEST: JAMIE HEARD, CO-FOUNDER & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF FAITHFULLY RESTORED (501c3) In…
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Join Baylen Leonard back stage at the Highways Festival at the Royal Albert Hall as he catches up with some of the country and Americana stars on the lineup… In this episode, Baylen chats William Prince about his career, and what it's like to perform for country fans at the Royal Albert Hall.
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Join Baylen Leonard back stage at the Highways Festival at the Royal Albert Hall as he catches up with some of the country and Americana stars on the lineup… Josh Ross shares the story of his country music journey, which has taken him from selling furniture online to one of the UK's most iconic stages...…
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Join Baylen Leonard back stage at the Highways Festival at the Royal Albert Hall as he catches up with some of the country and Americana stars on the lineup… In this episode, headliner Brett Young talks about engagements at his concerts, what it's like playing some of the world's most iconic venues, AND how committed he is to his UK fans.…
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Join Baylen Leonard back stage at the Highways Festival at the Royal Albert Hall as he catches up with some of the country and Americana stars on the lineup… The Cadillac Three sit down with Baylen to talk about how playing such an iconic venue is a bucket-list moment for them.
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Join Baylen Leonard back stage at the Highways Festival at the Royal Albert Hall as he catches up with some of the country and Americana stars on the lineup… In this episode, Baylen chats to Bowen Young about how their music brings people together and discovers the story of how the couple met. Clare Bowen also teases her next acting project.…
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Join Baylen Leonard back stage at the Highways Festival at the Royal Albert Hall as he catches up with some of the country and Americana stars on the lineup… In this episode, Shane Smith talks about how being featured on Yellowstone was a game changer for his music…
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Join Baylen Leonard back stage at the Highways Festival at the Royal Albert Hall as he catches up with some of the country and Americana stars on the lineup… In this episode, Tanner Usrey shares the impact that Yellowstone has had on his career…
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Country music superstar Bailey Zimmerman stops by during his UK tour. He talks about how it feels to hear UK fans singing his songs back to him, what he's learned from Morgan Wallen and he shares what we can expect from his next album. He also talks about THAT moment at Stagecoach when he stripped to his pants in front of thousands of fans...…
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Catching Up With Country Music Star Scotty McCreery
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This week on the Here's What We Know Podcast, join our host Gary Scott Thomas and our special guest host Julie Stevens of KRTY.com for an exciting conversation featuring the one and only, Scotty McCreery, the country music sensation behind the songs “Damn Strait,” “Five More Minutes,” “Cab In A Solo,” and many more! It’s an episode about Scotty’s l…
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Grieving Mothers (Pt1/2): A Conversation about Hope & Healing After Loss w/ guest JAMIE HEARD & guest host Michelle Warren (S2/EP5)
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In this special Mother's Day episode, hosted by guest host Michelle Warren, wife of Brad Warren, and featuring Jamie Heard, the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Faithfully Restored, the conversation delves into the profound journey of motherhood amidst loss. Both Michelle and Jamie have experienced the unimaginable pain of losing a child. Faith…
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Brian Kelley stops by to tell Baylen Leonard all about his brand new album 'Tennessee Truth'. He talks about how grateful he is for his growing UK fanbase, how the pandemic inspired his first solo project and what fans can expect from the latest album...
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A Nurse's Story of Overcoming Cancer with Faith with Ann Gustafson
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This week on the Here's What We Know Podcast, hear an inspiring conversation with Ann Gustafson, author of the book "Seeds Sown, A Walk of Faith with the Intention of Restoration." Anne shares her unexpected journey from being a nurse for 29 years to becoming an author following her diagnosis and battle with colon cancer at age 49. Despite living a…
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Ben Earle sits down with multi-million selling country superstar Jon Pardi. Jon shares what he loves about playing to country fans in the UK, shares what it was like playing the Grand Ole Opry during the pandemic, and looks ahead to his next album... He also reveals just how many cowboy hats he actually owns!…
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Jennie Longdon catches up with husband and wife duo The War And Treaty who have been taking the country music world by storm. They've had CMA nominations, a GRAMMY nomination and they've collaborated with names like Zach Bryan and Emmylou Harris... They reflect on their success, talk about their latest single 'Stealing A Kiss' and look ahead to the…
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Shane Profitt joins Baylen in the Absolute Radio Country studio to tell the incredible story of how a chance meeting with Chris Janson in a Sushi restaurant helped land him a record deal. He also talks about how his musical journey began when his Granddad gave him a guitar and reflects on his Grand Ole Opry debut.…
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Scottish singer-songwriter Jordan Harvey stops by to talk about how he's living out his country music dreams in Nashville, Tennessee. He talks about the song he wrote about his wife, reflects on the moment his dad told him he'd be playing the Grand Ole Opry, and looks ahead to his new music...
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“From BMX Racing to Mental Health Triumph” with Dr. Jason Richardson
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This week on the Here's What We Know Podcast, we celebrate National Mental Health Awareness Month with the incredible Dr. Jason Richardson, a gold medalist in BMX Racing turned psychologist. Dr. Jason shares his harrowing experience breaking his femur just over a year before winning the Pan Am Games—an injury that could have been career-ending but …
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Beyond the Bassline (PT2/2): TULLY KENNEDY on Surviving Tragedy in Vegas & Writing "Try That in a Small Town" (S2/EP4)
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Vsit (or click) https://goodgriefgoodgodshow.com/s2ep4-tullykennedy to access both parts one and two of this episode, including audio and video links. Visit (or click) https://www.GoodGriefGoodGodShow.com or scroll down to learn more about today's guest, Brad, and the show plus more! 🟥 GOOD GRIEF GOOD GOD SHOW hosted by BRAD WARREN Welcome to "The …
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Hannah Ellis stops by to tell Baylen Leonard about how she moved to Nashville to become a singer but ended up signing a publishing deal as a songwriter... She talks about how the Nashville community has supported her as an artist in her own right, reflects on her Grand Ole Opry debut and shares how releasing her album 'Karma On The Rocks' is a drea…
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GRAMMY Award Winning country music superstar Lainey Wilson stops by the Absolute Radio Country studio to talk about her meteoric rise in music city... She reflects on how it feels to play to sell-out crowds in the UK, shares the story of one of her first ever performances as a child, and talks about the importance of staying grounded as her career …
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Viral superstar Dasha stops by to tell Baylen all about how she wrote her runaway hit 'Austin'. She talks about how she discovered her love of country music, how playing coffee shops and vineyards in California helped hone her craft and what it was like performing at the CMT Awards.
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"From Family History to Academy Award Qualified Film: The Making of Nisei” with Darren Haruo Rae
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This week on the Here's What We Know Podcast, our host Gary Scott Thomas welcomes back our special guest, Darren Haruo Rae, the brilliant director and creative force behind the short film “Nisei,” which won the grand jury prize for ‘Best Dramatic Short Film’ at the Cinequest International Film Festival, making it an Academy Award-qualified film. Da…
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Baylen Leonard gets to know an artist who has been on the road with some of country music's biggest names; Morgan Wallen, Jameson Rodgers and Lily Rose to name a few... Lauren Watkins talks about her latest EP, what it's like performing in the UK, and she teases her next project...
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Multi-Grammy-Winning singer-songwriter Colbie Caillat stops by to catch up with Baylen about her latest album 'Along The Way' and her collaboration with the legendary Sheryl Crow for the single 'I'll Be Here'. She reflects on moving to Nashville from California, working with Taylor Swift and how excited she is to see Beyonce make her country music …
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He's written huge hits for artists like Kenny Chesney and Jordan Davis, and now Nashville-based songwriter Greylan James is starting out as a solo artist. He tells Baylen about how the quality of the storytelling in country music started his passion for the genre, the advice that Kenny gave him when it came to knowing which songs to keep for himsel…
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“The James Bond Legacy: Diving Into The World of 007” with Gary Schneeberger
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This week on the Here's What We Know Podcast, our host Gary Scott Thomas sits down with Gary Schneeberger, president of Roar PR. As a seasoned writer and former journalist who crossed over to the public relations realm, Gary brings his unique perspective on the evolution of media alongside his expertise in one of cinema’s most iconic franchises: Ja…
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Norman Lear Talks Comedy, Sitcoms, and Similarities: The 2016 Interview - Encore Episode 593
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Beloved comedy icon Norman Lear joined Nancy in 2016 to talk about his career, comedy culture, shifts, and the similarities we all share. Learn more about the late Norman Lear here. Visit Nancy’s website.By Dr. Nancy Berk, Norman Lear
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Beyond the Bassline (PT1/2): TULLY KENNEDY on Surviving Tragedy in Vegas & Writing "Try That in a Small Town" (S2/EP4)
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Visit (or click) https://goodgriefgoodgodshow.com/s2ep4-tullykennedy to access audio and YouTube links to both part one and part two of this episode. Visit (or click) https://www.GoodGriefGoodGodShow.com to learn more about the show. 🟥 GUEST I TULLY KENNEDY Tully Kennedy was 21 years old when he left upstate New York for Los Angeles in 1996. Growin…
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Tyler Hubbard joins Ben Earle to discuss his brand-new album 'Strong.' He talks about how getting older has inspired him to create music that's more nostalgic, he compares playing the Opry back in the day with FGL to making his solo debut AND shares his belief that Beyonce's country album is making the genre more diverse and inclusive than ever bef…
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Jackson Dean joins Baylen Leonard to talk about how it feels to perform for UK audiences, how he wants to make music that connects with listeners on a deeper level and he reflects on the family lore that almost led him into a life in the military before he discovered his love of music.
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Conner Smith stops by to chat to Baylen about his hit song 'Creek Will Rise,' what it was like to make his Grand Ole Opry debut, and his brand-new album 'Smoky Mountains'.
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“SprintRay: The Future of Dentistry” with Amir Monsouri
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This week on the Here's What We Know Podcast, we’re about to take you on an exhilarating ride into the world of digital dentistry innovation that could change smiles across the globe. Our special guest is Amir Monsouri, the genius mind behind SprintRay. As founder and CEO, he shares how his company is revolutionizing dental care through cutting-edg…
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Baylen Leonard sits down with a platinum-selling artist who recently had her first ever country number 1... Priscilla Block talks about how perseverance during the pandemic helped launch her career, shares the inspiration behind her latest song 'Good On You' and reflects on the day that she bumped into Taylor Swift in the street.…
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