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Bobby Bones hosts the biggest names in country music, pop culture and more from his studio in Nashville.
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#693 - Should Artists On Nostalgia Tours Play New Music? & RIP to an All-Time Great
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Bobby and Eddie debate whether artists on nostalgia tours should play new music or stick to the hits that made them famous. From bands like Pearl Jam and The Chicks to Ben Folds Five. The question if it is about hearing the music we love or reliving the time in our lives when we first discovered it? Bobby shares a fun story about Ben Folds playing his music requests and the guys discuss which current artists will still be selling out shows 20 years from now. They also remember the artists whose deaths hit them hardest, including Tom Petty, Jimmy Buffett and John Anderson. Why does listening...
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In the Weeds: Bobby Calls Out Opry Critics + Responds to Sharna Burgess' DWTS Claims
Friday, October 23, 2026
Bobby gets fired up over the backlash surrounding Sam Smith performing at the Grand Ole Opry and explains why critics don't understand its history. He also responds to recent comments from his former Dancing with the Stars partner Sharna Burgess, who suggested Bobby was the reason she wasn't brought back to the show. Bobby says he knows the real story but isn't sharing it. Plus, he shares his theory about an artist potentially stirring up drama in country music, reveals his best advice for hosting events, and explains what he looks for when hiring new people. Bobby and Eddie also do a Q&A a...
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#692 - Andy Grammer on the Hit Song He Didn't Want to Write, How Pitch Perfect Changed His Career & Meeting Stevie Wonder
Thursday, October 22, 2026
Singer-songwriter Andy Grammer, known for hits like “Honey, I’m Good,” “Keep Your Head Up,” and “Don't Give Up on Me,” joins Bobby to share the stories behind his biggest songs and some of the unexpected moments that shaped his career.Andy reveals why he initially didn't want to write “Honey, I’m Good,” how the movie Pitch Perfect gave his career a major boost, and the song he knew was a hit before anyone else believed in it. He also shares what it was like meeting Stevie Wonder, getting his music featured in a Super Bowl commercial, and making his Grand Ole Opry debut.Plus, Andy opens up a...
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#691 - Alan Jackson vs. Brooks and Dunn & The Best Heartbreak Country Songs
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Bobby, Eddie and Brandon are putting two country music legends head-to-head: Alan Jackson vs. Brooks & Dunn. They match up some of their biggest hits, debate which songs hold up the best, and settle once and for all who comes out on top. Then, they switch things up and pick the perfect country songs for different moments in life. From driving with the windows down to getting ready for a Friday night out, celebrating a big win, and the ultimate heartbreak song, Bobby and Eddie debate which songs deserve the top spot. Plus, Bobby reveals some of his personal favorites and makes a case for a f...
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#690 - Brothers Osborne on the Scary Future of Country Music, Chris Stapleton's Dad Advice & Why They Wouldn't Make It Today
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Brothers Osborne return to the BobbyCast to catch up with Bobby about everything that's changed since their last visit. John opens up about becoming a father to twins and shares some of the best parenting advice he received from Chris Stapleton. The guys also talk about their new album Watertown and why they believe they wouldn't make it if they were starting their careers in today's music industry.They get into the pressure artists face to become social media personalities, why it's harder than ever to make a living in music, and their concerns about the rise of AI-generated songs. Plus, t...
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FEELING THINGS: Dealing with Narcissists at Work
Monday, October 19, 2026
Working for or with a narcissist can seriously damage your mental and physical health. Today we're breaking down what narcissism actually looks like at work, from the loud, degrading "overt" boss everyone can spot, to the sneakier "communal narcissist" who love-bombs you, plays the hero, and quietly discards you once they've gotten what they need. We talk about why these people rise to the top, how toxic teams end up mirroring dysfunctional families with everyone playing a role, and what to actually do if you're stuck in a workplace like this, including documenting everything, setting bound...
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In the Weeds: Right NOW is your “Good ol Days”! Don’t Miss Them!
Sunday, October 18, 2026
Bobby shares five simple ways to appreciate life more, from being emotionally present and recognizing the big moments to learning how to let the little things go. He explains a therapy tool that helps him, why negative experiences tend to stick with us more than the positive ones, and how missing someone can change your perspective. Plus, Bobby reflects on how much he appreciates The Bobby Bones Show today, the importance of having something to look forward to, and why the good old days don’t have to be behind you. He also gives his Top 5 Dancing with the Stars Power Rankings going into Wee...
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#689 - Debating the Greatest Movie Twists of All-Time
Friday, October 16, 2026
*SPOILER ALERT: We are discussing plot twists so spoilers ahead on this episode! Bobby, Eddie and Movie Mike talk about what they think are the 3 greatest twists in movie history. They debate on villains who could be seen as heroes. Bobby shares his picks for 3 great Netflix documentaries. Check out Movie Mike's Movie Podcast! Watch The BobbyCast on Netflix! Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#688 - Bobby's Top 15 TV Shows of the 21st Century
Thursday, October 15, 2026
Bobby is counting down his Top 15 favorite TV shows of the 21st century, and some of his picks might surprise you! From The Office and Breaking Bad to Ozark and Black Mirror, Bobby breaks down what makes each show stand out and why it earned a spot on his list. He and Eddie debate some of the biggest shows of the last 25 years, share their favorite moments, and discuss which series deserve more recognition. Plus, Bobby reveals a few honorable mentions, some unexpected picks, and the story behind how The Office was almost canceled before becoming one of the biggest comedies of all time. Watc...
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#687 - Kenny Chesney vs. Tim McGraw & Beloved Songs We’d Eliminate Forever + Cover Songs Better Than Original
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Bobby and the guys put Kenny Chesney and Tim McGraw head-to-head across 10 rounds of songs to see who comes out on top. They also revisit the Garth Brooks vs. George Strait debate, react to listener comments, and break down some of the stats behind the argument. Then everyone picks a universally loved song they’d be fine never hearing again, and names cover songs they think are better than the originals. Watch The BobbyCast on Netflix! Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#686 - Mariana van Zeller on Scamming the Scammers, Why Anyone Can Fall for It & the Shocking Stories of Victims Who Lost Everything
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Award-winning journalist Mariana van Zeller returns and takes Bobby inside the world of scams and explains why anyone, no matter how smart or careful, can become a victim. She shares how she went undercover to expose romance scammers, created fake online identities, and even turned the tables on a scammer before confronting him face-to-face.Mariana also reveals the shocking story of a man who unknowingly transported drugs and ended up in prison, why scammers spend months building trust with their victims, and how organized these operations really are. Plus, Bobby opens up about a time he ne...
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#685 - Relationship Coach Sabrina Zohar on What Everyone Gets Wrong About Love, Almost Being Kidnapped at 7 & Her Failed Shark Tank Experience!
Saturday, October 10, 2026
Relationship coach, author, and podcast host Sabrina Zohar joins Bobby to talk about what people get wrong about dating, love, and relationships. She breaks down the biggest dating red flags, why people sabotage healthy relationships, and how our childhood experiences shape the way we connect with others. Bobby also opens up about his own attachment style, past relationship struggles, and how meeting his wife changed his perspective on love.Sabrina shares the terrifying story of nearly being kidnapped at seven years old, her complicated relationship with her father, and how getting sent hom...
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In the Weeds: Handwritten Note Made Bobby Cry, A Band is Mad at Him, & Giving Away Over $50,000!
Friday, October 9, 2026
In this episode of In the Weeds, Bobby talks about why some radio stations drop The Bobby Bones Show, addresses being called a sellout, and explains why he refuses to change who he is. He also reveals the joke that upset Kimberly Perry of The Band Perry, shares some controversial jokes he's written for an upcoming awards show, and talks about why he doesn't always feel the need to apologize. Plus, Bobby takes listeners behind the scenes of his radio show, shares a heartfelt story about a painting that was returned to him, and wraps things up with his latest Dancing with the Stars power rank...
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#684 - Luke Bryan on His Son’s Football Rise, Stories Behind Bobby’s Top 10 Songs & How He Feels About Award Show Nominations
Thursday, October 8, 2026
Luke Bryan sits down with Bobby to talk about watching his son’s football journey take off, including the attention that came with his first high school start and what it’s like navigating recruiting, agents and expectations as a dad. Then, Bobby counts down his Top 10 Luke Bryan songs as Luke shares the stories behind hits like “That’s My Kind of Night,” “Rain Is a Good Thing,” “Drink a Beer” and “Do I.” Luke also talks about the country artists who influenced him, how he views award show nominations at this point in his career, and what he still wants to accomplish with his music. Watch T...
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#683 - Award-winning songwriter Jessie Jo Dillon on Bobby’s 10 Favorite Songs, the Stories Behind Them & Her Career as a Hit Songwriter
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Award-winning songwriter Jessie Jo Dillon sits down with Bobby to count down his 10 favorite songs she’s written and share the stories behind some of the biggest hits in country music. Jessie Jo talks about writing with artists like Megan Moroney, Maren Morris, Old Dominion, Jon Pardi and more, including the songs that came together instantly, the ones that almost didn’t happen and the cuts she never expected to become massive. She also opens up about the pressure that comes with being a hit songwriter, how she knows when an idea is worth chasing, and why some of the simplest songs can be t...
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Country Music in the 90’s: The Year is 1999
Monday, October 5, 2026
Bobby closes out his year-by-year journey through country music in the ’90s with 1999, the final chapter of a decade that completely reshaped the genre. He looks back at Shania Twain’s incredible run, Tim McGraw continuing to climb, new stars like Brad Paisley and Keith Urban beginning to emerge, and a handful of songs that would outlive the year by decades. Along the way, Bobby shares conversations with artists about the moments that changed their careers and revisits the pop culture, technology, and unforgettable events that made 1999 feel like the end of something special. It’s one last ...
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#682 - Garth Brooks vs. George Strait & The Worst 1’s Ever
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Bobby, Eddie and Brandon tackle some of music’s biggest questions. Who wins in a showdown between Garth Brooks and George Strait? Which hugely successful artists do you respect but just don’t understand the appeal of? And what artist’s biggest hit gives people the WRONG idea of how good they really are? And More! Bobby then dives into some of the most questionable songs to ever reach No. 1, and makes his case for why they belong on the list. From novelty hits and songs that haven’t aged well to a few tracks he actually admits are still pretty catchy; Bobby breaks down what worked, what didn...
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#681 - Nashville’s Hidden Secrets & We Do A Live Science Experiment!
Friday, October 2, 2026
Bobby puts science to the test with a live experiment that leads to a big reveal. Bobby and Eddie break down how much Ella Langley has made from “Choosin’ Texas.” We also get into country music’s biggest controversies of the year so far, Hollywood and Nashville’s open secrets, and the most influential radio personalities of all time. Does Bobby make the list?! Plus, the bands we’d bring back if we could. Watch The BobbyCast on Netflix! Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#680 - Ryan Hurd on Writing for Morgan Wallen, His Biggest Hits & the Most Personal Album of His Career
Thursday, October 1, 2026
Ryan Hurd sits down with Bobby to talk about life as both an artist and one of Nashville’s most successful songwriters. He shares the stories behind writing songs for Morgan Wallen, Lady A, Jordan Davis and more, including how “Heartless” became one of the biggest songs of his career. Ryan also opens up about why songwriting feels more like a calling than a job, the reality of making a living through streaming and touring, and what it takes to keep chasing songs that stand out. Plus, he gets personal about his upcoming album, how writing helped him process a difficult chapter of his life, a...
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Country Music in the 90’s: The Year is 1998
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
Bobby keeps moving through the biggest years of ’90s country with a look back at 1998. This time around, he revisits The Chicks breaking wide open with Wide Open Spaces, Jo Dee Messina’s breakout, Faith Hill crossing over with “This Kiss,” Garth Brooks releasing Double Live, Vince Gill finally earning his first No. 1 country album, and Steve Wariner’s emotional hit “Holes in the Floor of Heaven.” Bobby also looks back at major moments involving Kenny Chesney, Johnny Cash, and Tammy Wynette, while sharing stories and conversations with the artists who helped define the year. Plus, he steps o...
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#679 - K. Michelle on Why Beyoncé Sent Her Flowers, the Curse of Reality TV Fame & the Dark Side of Social Media
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
Singer, songwriter and reality TV star K. Michelle sits down with Bobby to talk about her longtime love of country music, how yodeling helped earn her a music scholarship, and why making a country record feels like something she was always supposed to do. She opens up about the complicated side of reality TV fame, what social media has done to her mental health, and the boundaries she’s had to create along the way. K. Michelle also shares why Beyoncé sending her flowers meant so much, what she learned from working with Nashville songwriters, and why people doubting her place in country musi...
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In the Weeds: Bobby's Awkward Encounter with Someone from Dancing with the Stars
Saturday, September 26, 2026
Bobby shares an awkward encounter he has with a DWTS pro and celebrity. He also shares what guys in radio need to STOP doing when meeting female country artists. Plus an update on baby Billie as she hits a new milestone and Bobby's latest dog problem. Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#678 - Bobby & Eddie’s Most Personal Stories About Taylor Swift, Tim McGraw, Reba & More
Thursday, September 24, 2026
Bobby and Eddie put their country music memories to the test as Mike D surprises them with different artists, and they have to tell their best personal story on the spot. They look back at meeting Taylor Swift before she became a superstar, a hilarious run-in with Tim McGraw, and the time Bobby thought Reba might be inviting him to become an Opry member. They also share stories involving Morgan Wallen, Brooks & Dunn, Kacey Musgraves, Luke Bryan, and more.Along the way, Bobby and Eddie get into some of the funny, awkward and unexpectedly personal moments they’ve had with artists over the yea...
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#677 - Bobby’s Stepdad Arkansas Keith on Raising Bobby, Life in Mountain Pine & Stories From His Childhood
Thursday, September 24, 2026
Bobby heads back to Mountain Pine, Arkansas to sit down with his former stepdad, Arkansas Keith, for a conversation full of stories from the place that shaped them both. Keith looks back at his decades working at the sawmill, raising Bobby, and what Bobby was really like growing up. They get into hunting, fishing, old trucks, classic rock, and some of the memories that still make them laugh. Keith also shares what it was like watching Bobby’s career take off from back home and how life in Mountain Pine has changed over the years. Watch The BobbyCast on Netflix! Follow on Instagram: @TheBobb...
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#676 - Charlie Worsham on His Opry Invitation, the Hardest Part of Having Kids & Growing Up a Prodigy
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Singer-songwriter and musician Charlie Worsham sits down with Bobby to talk about growing up with a gift for music, finding his place in Nashville, and the early career moments that shaped him. He opens up about becoming a dad, the unexpected challenges of raising kids, and the ways fatherhood has changed his perspective. Charlie also shares what it meant to receive an invitation to become a member of the Grand Ole Opry and reflects on just how far he’s come. Watch The BobbyCast on Netflix! Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCast See omnystudio.com/listener for p...
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Country Music in the 90’s: The Year is 1997
Monday, September 21, 2026
Bobby continues his year-by-year countdown through country music in the ’90s with 1997. In this episode, he looks back at Shania Twain releasing Come On Over, Garth Brooks taking over Central Park, Tim McGraw’s massive Everywhere album, George Strait’s Carrying Your Love With Me, Kenny Chesney and Trace Adkins landing their first No. 1 hits, and the unusual battle between LeAnn Rimes and Trisha Yearwood over “How Do I Live.” Bobby also shares conversations with several of the artists about the songs, careers, and moments that shaped the year, while mixing in the movies, sports, and pop cult...
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In The Weeds: How Bobby Almost Got Sued For A Justin Timberlake Video
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Bobby reveals how a Justin Timberlake video nearly got him sued, why the whole thing started with an April Fools’ joke! Bobby shares the story behind flying with the Blue Angels, breaks down the different tiers of Dancing With the Stars winners, and why he got threatened over AI-generated images. Then, Bobby sits down with radio host Falen to talk about her unconventional path through radio from working for free and doing nights and street team promotions to moving across the country for opportunities, joining the legendary Dave Ryan Show, and eventually taking over mornings. Falen opens u...
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#675 - Is AI Really Going to Kill Us All? with AI Expert Dan Neely
Thursday, September 17, 2026
Bobby sits down with AI expert Dan Neely to find out just how worried we should really be about artificial intelligence. Dan explains how AI could manipulate humans, why some experts believe there’s a real risk to humanity, and how quickly the technology is advancing. They also get into deepfakes, scams, jobs, creativity, relationships, and the ways AI is already changing everyday life. Plus, Dan shares what scares him most about where AI is headed and what could actually go right. Watch The BobbyCast on Netflix! Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCastSee omnystud...
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#674 - Dolph Lundgren from Rocky IV on Becoming Drago, Dating Grace Jones, Fame & Beating Cancer
Thursday, September 17, 2026
Bobby sits down with actor Dolph Lundgren to talk about the unlikely path that took him from studying chemical engineering at MIT to becoming Ivan Drago in Rocky IV. Dolph opens up about dating Grace Jones, getting thrown into the Studio 54 scene, and how his life changed almost overnight after the movie’s premiere. He also shares the real story behind the famous Stallone hospital rumor, returning to the role in Creed II, overcoming a cancer diagnosis, and why his story is ultimately about persistence, discipline, forgiveness, and never giving up. Watch The BobbyCast on Netflix! Follow on I...
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#673 - Picking the People We Want to See Win the CMAs with Bobby & Eddie
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Bobby and Eddie go through this year’s CMA categories and make their picks for who they want to see win, while also breaking down the difference between the CMAs and ACMs. Bobby shares stories from his own award show experiences, including showing his CMA and ACM awards. The guys debate Entertainer of the Year, Single of the Year, Song of the Year, Female and Male Vocalist, Duo, Group, New Artist, and Musical Event of the Year, plus a few classic Bobby and Eddie side tangents along the way. Watch The BobbyCast on Netflix! Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCast S...