Bobbycast
A show Bobby Bones does from his house. In-depth interviews with songwriters, producers and artists in Nashville that reveal the stories behind the biggest songs, candid anecdotes and personal stories.
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#531 - Lainey Wilson on the Impact Fame Has Had on Her Family + Her Fiancée Keeping Her Grounded & Who She Takes Advice From + The Importance of Having Grace for Herself and Her Performances + Bobby Reviews His Summer Notes on Movies and TV Shows He Watched
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
On this episode of the BobbyCast, Bobby sits down with country music superstar, Lainey Wilson. Bobby asked Lainey how different things are back home in Louisiana since she is super famous now, and how it has changed her family's life. Plus, Lainey talked about her fiancée, Duck, keeping grounded when she needs it and who else she can lean on for truthful advice. Lainey and Bobby also talked about not being so hard on themselves when it comes to their careers and performances, and Lainey said she gives herself more grace these days with her 80% rule. And in part 2 of the podcast, Bobby pulls...
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#530 - Drake White on Having a Stroke on Stage + His Encounter with God + Why He Fought Through Initial Signs and His Road to Recovery
Tuesday, August 12, 2025
On this episode of the BobbyCast, Bobby sits down with singer/songwriter, Drake White. Drake told the story about the night he had a stroke on stage and had to be rushed to the hospital. Drake got into details when he knew he felt weird on stage, when everything slowed down and having a moment of peace in the room alone. He also told Bobby the story where encountered God, why he fought through initial signs of struggle, his road to recovery, more! Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on YoutubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#529 - Matt & Scott on The Untold Story of Parmalee, Being Pushed as a Rock Band + Their Mom Taking Out a 2nd Mortgage to Save Their Career + Living in an RV in a Parking Lot + Getting Confused for a Famous Metal Band
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
On this episode of the BobbyCast, Bobby sits down with brothers Matt and Scott Thomas from the band Parmalee. Bobby kicks things off by asking the guys where the name Parmalee comes from and why they were being pushed as a rock band in the early years. Plus, after maxing out all their credit cards, the guys told the story of asking their mom for $11K, her taking out a 2nd mortgage on her house, and how she saved their career. They also talked about living in an RV in a parking lot, and a famous metal band they would get confused with. Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @T...
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#528 - Cody Jinks on Why People Think He’s Mean + The Reason He Quit Drinking + From Playing 200 Shows a Year to Spending More Time with Family + How an Identity Crisis Led To a Big Mistake
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
On this episode of the BobbyCast, Bobby sat down with country music singer/songwriter, Cody Jinks. Bobby asked Cody if he is ever misunderstood because of how he looks, and Cody talked about the reason people think he's mean. Cody also discussed why he went from drinking a bottle of whiskey and 12-pack of beer a day to not drinking anymore. The guys also talked about Cody being on the road for a large portion of his life and career, and why he cut back to spend more time with his family. Plus, Cody talked about going through an identity crisis which ultimately led to his fans not even recog...
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#527 - Rodney Atkins on When He Find Out He Was Adopted + Meeting His Birth Mom + Why Jimmy Butler Requested to Meet Him + How Delivering Wood To Alan Jackson Led to a Huge Career Moment + Why He Refused to Change His Name
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
On this episode of the BobbyCast, Bobby sits down with country music singer/songwriter, Rodney Atkins. Rodney openly discussed his story as a kid and how he found out he was adopted at the age of 5. Plus, he talked about his birth family, why he didn't want to meet his birth father, and him and his birth mom being close today. Bobby and Rodney also discussed NBA star Jimmy Butler requesting to meet him when he was in Chicago. And Rodney told the story of the time he delivered wood to Alan Jackson and how that led to a huge career moment in his journey. Rodney also told Bobby why he refused ...
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#526 - Sam Williams on His Dad, Hank Williams Jr., Walking Out Mid-Interview with Bobby a Few Years Ago + Living Up to a Family Legacy + How He Got Dolly Parton on Happy all the Time + Not Having Family Money Like People Assume
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
On this episode of the BobbyCast, Bobby sits down with singer/songwriter, Sam Williams. Sam is the son of country legend Hank Williams Jr. and brought up the time his dad walked out on Bobby mid-interview a few years ago going viral. Sam also talked about having to live up to his dad and grandfather's legacy and why he's happy that he has a different name. Plus, Dolly Parton is on a song of his called "Happy All The Time", so Bobby asked how he made that happen, and Sam discussed the misinterpretation that people have about him having family money. Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow...
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#525 - Trisha Yearwood on People Driving By Her House + Being Told She Wasn’t a Good Songwriter + She and Garth Going to the Grocery Store Regularly + Her Death Row Meal + How She was Almost Part of a Country Band
Tuesday, July 8, 2025
On this episode of the BobbyCast, Bobby sits down with country music legend, Trisha Yearwood. Trisha and Bobby talked about city tour buses going to their houses and getting weird people that would get out and take pictures of them in their yard, which ultimately led to them moving. Plus, Trisha told the story of someone telling her that she wasn't a good songwriter, and how that stuck with her for years until this most recent project. Bobby & Trisha also talked about her and her husband Garth going out in public regularly to the grocery store, her last meal if she was on death row, and how...
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#524 - Bobby Believes He is Being Blackballed from DWTS + Celebrities Who Have Been Blackballed Over the Years + Round 2 of Fan Q&A: What Drives Bobby to Succeed? And More + Lionel Richie Invited Bobby to One of His Shows!
Saturday, July 5, 2025
On this episode of the BobbyCast, Bobby does another solo podcast because he believes he is being blackballed by Dancing With the Stars. He thinks the show has blackballed him because he has never been invited back to any season finales or show reunions, and his friend who works for the show also thinks somebody is keeping him out on purpose. Bobby then goes over a list of some of the most memorable celebrities to be blackballed, including Madonna, Justin Bieber, Ron Artest, and more! And Bobby does round 2 of fan Q&A: what drives him to succeed, talking reality . And he exchanged some DMs ...
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#523 - Dolly Parton on Writing "Jolene" and I Will Always Love You" on the Same Day + The Making of Her 'Rockstar' Album
Tuesday, July 1, 2025
On this episode of the BobbyCast, Bobby sat down with the legendary, Dolly Parton. Dolly talks about what her home was like growing up, being married to someone who wanted to be out of the spotlight and she gives Bobby marriage advice. Bobby asks Dolly about her Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nomination and why she didn't think she was worthy. Dolly then shares some of the behind-the-scenes of the making of her rock album, Rockstar. Finally, Bobby replays the interview from when Dolly was on the Bobby Bones Show and she talked about writing "Jolene" and " I Will Always Love You" in the same day!...
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#522 - Mark Cuban on Why He Left Shark Tank & Sold His Majority Stake in the Mavericks + Auditioning for the Show While Hungover + Going Door-to-Door Selling Trash Bags as a 12-Year-Old + Bobby & Mike Discuss Some of the Biggest Success Stories from Shark Tank
Thursday, June 26, 2025
On this episode of the BobbyCast, Bobby talks to entrepreneur billionaire, Mark Cuban. Mark is well-known for his role as a 'Shark' on the hit TV show, Shark Tank, along with being a majority owner in the Dallas Mavericks. Bobby asks Mark why he is leaving the show after 15 years and why he sold his majority stakes in the Mavericks after a 23-year run. Mark says it was time for him to move on and spend more time with his family; while also saying leaving the show was emotional and he still plays a small role in the Mavericks. Plus, Mark talked about being an entrepreneur since he was a kid,...
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#521 - Brooks & Dunn on Whether or Not They Actually Like Each Other + Why Reba Played a Huge Role in Getting them to Get Back Together + The Time They Thought Their Run on Top Had Ended + Bobby & Eddie Discuss Some Unknown Behind the Scenes Stories About Bands in the Past
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
On this episode of the BobbyCast, Bobby sits down with the legendary country duo, Brooks & Dunn. Bobby asks the duo if they still get along till this day, and Brooks & Dunn answer candidly when they explain how they have gone through many ups and downs over the years. Plus, the guys tell Bobby about the time Reba invited them to Las Vegas for a show and how that ultimately led them to getting back together. Bobby also talked to the guys about feeling like their run on top was over when they lost entertainer of the year after winning it back-to-back years. Plus, Bobby and Eddie talk about le...
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#520 - Bobby Answers the Most Asked Questions on a Live Stream
Thursday, June 19, 2025
On this episode of the BobbyCast, Bobby goes on a live stream to answer listeners most asked questions! Bobby answered questions like, the moment in his career he still can't believe happened, if country music has lost its identity, the most overrated artist of all-time, whether or not Epstein killed himself, and much more! Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#519 - Brett Young on Why He Quit Drinking + How Famous He Wants To Be + How He Met His Wife + How Depression from a Baseball Injury Led Him to Pursue Music + Why he Got Roasted singing The National Anthem + The Hardest Part of a New Album
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
On this episode of the BobbyCast, Bobby sits down with country star, Brett Young. Brett dove into his family being his main motivation behind his decision to quit drinking alcohol. Bobby asked Brett how famous he wants to be, and Brett talked about reaching a certain point to provide for his family is enough. Plus, Brett talked about meeting his wife, how an injury in baseball led to him being depressed and ultimately pursuing music. Brett then told the story about getting roasted singing the national anthem one time. Bobby also asked Brett what the hardest part is about putting out a new a...
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BobbyCast Special: Remembering Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys with Bobby and Eddie
Sunday, June 15, 2025
On this special episode of the BobbyCast, Bobby and Eddie remember Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys, who passed away earlier this week at the age of 82. The guys talk about their favorite Beach Boys songs, Brian's tough childhood, and the origin of the band. Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on Youtube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#518 - Allie Colleen Returns! Stories Behind her 30-plus Tattoos + On Wanting Her Dad to Just be ‘Dad’ + Why She Loves Working Out + Why Oklahoma Isn’t Home
Thursday, June 12, 2025
On this episode of the BobbyCast, singer/songwriter Allie Colleen returns! Allie talked about the inspiration behind her 30+ tattoos, and whether or not a tattoo or writing a song is more personal for her. Plus, Allie discussed wanting her dad, Garth Brooks, to just be her dad and not try to navigate her music career. Bobby and Allie also talked about their love and hatred for working out, why Oklahoma isn't where she considers 'home', and much more! Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on Youtube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...
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#517 - John Morgan on His Uber Driver Leading Him to Meet & Sing with Jason Aldean + Why He Drove a Trailer to Bobby's House + How He Discovered The Secret to Songwriting + Touring Playing Bluegrass at 11 Years Old
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
On this episode of the BobbyCast, Bobby sits down with country music singer/songwriter, John Morgan. John tells Bobby the story about how an Uber driver from the year before led him to a meeting and ultimately cutting a song with Jason Aldean. John also talked about the reason he drove a huge trailer to Bobby's house that day, why he still has a car with no AC in it, and how he discovered the secret to songwriting. Plus, Bobby asked John about his early childhood days and touring as an 11-year-old in a bluegrass band. Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCast Watch ...
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Prequel Special: Revisiting Keith Urban's Childhood + Relationship with Father + Marriage + Rehab and Overcoming Addiction
Thursday, June 5, 2025
On this episode of the BobbyCast, Bobby wanted to revisit an interview he did with country music superstar, Keith Urban a few years ago. The reason Bobby didn't address some topics in the episode earlier this week is because he has already done it with Keith in the past and wanted listeners to get a chance to listen again if they had never heard it or listen for the first time here. Keith explains how his dad got him into country music and how their relationship led to him wanting to pursue it as a career. Keith talks about his early days starting out, his biggest inspiration as an artist, ...
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#516 - Keith Urban on His Origin Story + Going Back and Forth From Nashville to Australia Early in Career + Signing His First Record Deal + His Favorite Part of Being a Musician + Bobby & Eddie Discuss The Top 10 Most Hated Bands
Tuesday, June 3, 2025
On this episode of the BobbyCast, Bobby recently sat down with country music legend, Keith Urban at Keith's recording studio. Bobby asked Keith about his origin story and going back and forth from Nashville to Australia early on in his career. Keith also discussed signing his first record deal in Australia and his favorite part of being a musician. Plus, Bobby and Eddie give their thoughts on a list of the top 10 most hated bands of all time and if they deserved the negative feelings. Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on YoutubeSee omnys...
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#515 - Montel Williams on Why He Joined the Military + Origin of His Talk Show + How He Started a Trend on His Talk Show Before TikTok + Bobby Gets Interviews About What He Wants His Legacy to Be
Thursday, May 29, 2025
On this BobbyCast, Bobby talks to Montel Williams who is best known as the host of the Emmy-nominated daytime talk show, The Montel Williams Show. It ran for 17 years (1991–2008) and aired over 4,000 episodes, making it one of the longest-running daytime talk shows in TV history. He currently hosts Military Makeover with Montel and Military Makeover Operation Career on Lifetime. He talks about how his 22 years in the military led to him starting his talk show. Montel’s new book, The Sailing of the Intrepid: The Incredible Wartime Voyage of the Navy’s Iconic Aircraft Carrier is out now. Bo...
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#514 - Ryan Hurd on Being a Dad and Touring Less to Be With His Son + His love For Chains & Cardigans + Why He Didn’t Put Out a Breakup Record + Meeting Paul McCartney at a Grammy Party +
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
On this episode of the BobbyCast, Bobby sits down with singer/songwriter, Ryan Hurd. Ryan dove into his life as a dad, touring less to be with his son, and how the Maren Morris breakup affected him personally and professionally. Ryan also talked about his love for chains & cardigans and tells the story about the time he met Paul McCartney at a Grammy Party, and much more! Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on YoutubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#513 - Brandon Lancaster of Lanco on Coming Back After Losing Record Deal and Management + Fishing Competitions with Morgan Wallen + Writing ‘Greatest Love Story’
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
Brandon Lancaster of Lanco stopped and opened up about how the band went from having their first No.1 and selling out shows to having the rug pulled out from under them as a result of the pandemic. Brandon shared what life was like after losing their record deal and management but how now they are back with new music and a new perspective. Brandon also talks about what he does for fun, competing in fishing competitions with Morgan Wallen, and what year felt the scariest for him in the last 5 years. Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on Y...
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#512 - HOW HISTORY MISLED US! + Bobby has AI tell him his Strengths and Weaknesses
Thursday, May 15, 2025
Bobby and Eddie talk about things that we were possibly misled on and not told the entire truth about. They are stories that all feel like facts but we may not know the whole story including Betsy Ross sewing the first American Flag, Thomas Edison inventing the lightbulb and the Wright Brothers being the first to fly. Bobby also had A.I. tell him his strengths and weaknesses and shared his notes from behind the scenes of the 60th ACM Awards last weekend. Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on Youtube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...
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Lauren Akins: Motherhood, Mustang Mishaps & Her Dog Cash’s Brush with Death
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
This week on In The Vet’s Office, Dr. Josie Horchak steps out of the clinic and into the home of Lauren Akins—author, philanthropist, and wife of country star Thomas Rhett—for a heartwarming conversation about life with kids and animals. Lauren opens up about juggling motherhood with four little ones, two dogs (Kona and Cash), barn cats, and a spirited mustang. Lauren shares how her dog Cash became her constant companion during pregnancy—and how a freak accident with a pumpkin stem nearly cost him his life. She also reflects on her journey into horse ownership, including the injury that cam...
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#511 - Jessica Andrews on the Success of Her Song “Who I Am” + Signing Her First Record Deal at 13 Years Old + Having Her Life Ruined by an Imposter + Her Connection to Taylor Swift’s Career
Tuesday, May 13, 2025
On this episode of the BobbyCast, Bobby sits down with singer/songwriter, Jessica Andrews. Jessica is most known for her song "Who I Am", so she discusses the success of that song and how Martina McBride wanted to cut it before she ever put it out. Plus, Jessica told Bobby about signing her first record deal at 13 years old, how an imposter ruined her life, and her connection to Taylor Swift's career! Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on Youtube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#510 - Eric Church on Getting a Call from Michael Jordan to Become an NBA Owner + Going into Business with Morgan Wallen + Almost Getting Dropped For a Hit That Almost Never Got Recorded
Tuesday, May 6, 2025
On this week's episode of the BobbyCast, Bobby sits down with country music superstar, Eric Church. Eric talks about being a part owner of the Charlotte Hornets after getting a call from Michael Jordan, why he always changes up his live shows, and how he and Morgan Wallen got into business together. Plus, Bobby asks Eric which hit he almost never recorded, and Eric tells the story of how that song almost got him dropped from his label, and much more! Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on Youtube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...
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#509 - Dan Wilson of Semisonic on The Real Story of "Closing Time" + Writing with Adele + Splitting the Money Evenly in the Band + Bobby and Mike D Talk Famous Artists Who Wrote Songs for Other Artists
Tuesday, April 29, 2025
On this episode of the BobbyCast, Bobby sits down to talk with the lead singer from Semisonic and one of the best songwriters of this generation, Dan Wilson. Dan tells Bobby the real story behind "Closing Time", what it is like to write with Adele and splitting money evenly with his bandmates. Plus, Bobby and Mike D dive into famous artists who wrote songs for other artists that you may not know about! Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on YoutubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#508 - Troy Cartwright on Questioning Himself After Getting Dropped + Looking Like Jesus & Being the JV Ryan Hurd + Why Songwriting is Like Golfing
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
On this episode of the BobbyCast, singer/songwriter Troy Cartwright sits down with Bobby. Troy talked about getting dropped from his record deal and how that led him to start questioning himself and everything he has done up to that point. Troy also talked about looking like Jesus, being the JV Ryan Hurd and why songwriting is just like playing golf! Check out: Ten Year Town Podcast Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on Youtube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jason Tartick: Adopting Teddy & His Insane Backstory
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
In this episode of In The Vet's Office, Dr. Josie is joined by 2x best-selling author, Trading Secrets podcast host and Bachelor Nation star Jason Tartick. Jason opens up about the void he’s had in his heart recently for dogs, which led him to adopting his pup Teddy from Wags & Walks Nashville. Jason dives into Teddy’s crazy backstory, including why the dog had to spend an entire winter outdoors after his previous owner was arrested on a serious charge. Jason talks about Teddy's big personality and what he's learned from his professional dog trainer. Dr. Josie gives Jason some pointers on T...
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#507 - Chris Tomlin Returns! On Releasing a Song That’s 1,800 Years Old + Bobby Gets His Thoughts on Judas + How He Reacts When People Curse Around Him + Writing His Favorite Lyric Ever
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
On this episode of the BobbyCast, Cristian artist Chris Tomlin returns! Chris talks about the release of his new song "The First Hymn" which is actually 1,800 years old. Plus, Bobby gets his thoughts on Judas, asks him how he reacts when people curse around him, how he recently wrote his favorite lyric ever, and much more! Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on Youtube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#506 - Maybe We Got it Wrong with Bobby, Reid & Eddie: Misunderstood Villains of Our Society
Friday, April 11, 2025
On this episode of the BobbyCast, Bobby, Reid and Eddie discuss some villains throughout time society may have gotten wrong. This all stemmed from Bobby's love for Thanos and feeling like he is misunderstood. The guys also discussed Yoko Ono, Tom from Tom and Jerry, and more! Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on Youtube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.