Get Real with Caroline Hobby

Frankie Ballard burst onto the country rock scene in 2010 with grit in his voice and gasoline in his veins, scoring three consecutive No. 1 hits, including Sunshine & Whiskey and racking up nearly a billion global streams. He toured with legends, lived on the road more than 200 days a year, and embodied the carefree, hard-driving spirit his songs celebrated. But behind the success, the pace was unsustainable. By 2020, the chase for approval and constant motion had taken its toll. Ballard stepped away from the spotlight, started a family, and quietly deepened his faith. What followed wasn’t a rebrand, it was a realignment. In 2025, he returned with The Messenger, a gospel-leaning, scripture-rooted record infused with blues and rock conviction. Then came “Money Runs Out,” a sharp reflection on loyalty, loss, and what remains when fame fades. Today, Frankie Ballard isn’t chasing charts, he’s chasing truth. Grounded in fatherhood, disciplined in faith, and unafraid of hard questions, his music now carries the weight of lived experience. This isn’t a comeback. It’s a reckoning.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dax’s journey is one of survival, faith, and self-discovery. From nearly not surviving birth to enduring experiences that shaped him, he has created “the abyss” as a way to process life and grow stronger. His work explores the challenges of manhood, the lies men are taught about strength and vulnerability, and the search for love and peace amidst success and loneliness. His new song Temptation dives into inner conflict and the struggle to resist ego, anger, addiction, and lust, showing how faith and determination guide him through life’s hardest seasons. Dax’s story is about confronting your demons, finding your identity, and redefining what it truly means to be a man.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gabby Mark was born with a port wine stain birthmark on her face, and for years, she thought it was a curse. As a little girl, she carried the weight of other kids’ fear. They thought they could catch something from her. She learned to shrink herself to make others comfortable. But she chose a different story. During COVID, she connected over Zoom with other young people who shared her birthmark. What once felt isolating became empowering. Together, they realized they weren’t different in a bad way, they were rare in a beautiful way. Now at 21, Gabby walks into a room knowing she was made this way on purpose. Not as something to hide, but as something that sets her apart. She channels her healing through her music trio, The 223, and brings that same confidence and grit to her work as my content creator and intern. I’m blown away by her belief in herself and dedication to what set her soul on fire.  She didn’t erase her mark. She became it. ✨See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prescribed Adderall as a kid. Addicted for nearly 20 years. A body pushed to the brink. Sheeva opens up about how stimulants reshaped her health and personality, the brutal detox that followed, and the hidden mold exposure that nearly broke her body. Her healing journey is raw, honest, and hard-won. Now, as a functional medicine & brain health specialist, she’s helping others find the true relief she fought so hard for.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Huntergirl is back to answer some deep questions in this bonus episode of Get Real! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

American Idol runner up HunterGirl shares how an express ticket straight to Hollywood and clear signs from God showed up when she was at her weakest and changed everything. We talk about navigating the whirlwind of Idol and instant fame then doing the deeper work of finding herself again by integrating who she has always been with who she is becoming. Her new single Somewhere Wild was written from a place of feeling lost and discovering herself inside that lostness. We also touch on Pretty Much a raw relatable moment that speaks to the quiet insecurities so many women carry. She is a master songwriter putting real life and real faith into her music. We laughed we cried and had the best time getting to know HunterGirl.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jenny Tolman is back for this bonus episode of Get Real where she answers some pretty deep questions. The questions include: What’s something you find embarrassing? What’s something you’re learning to like or just be okay with? What life situation has contributed to your strength or resilience? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jenny Tolman grew up around music, but her path to finding her voice was anything but easy. In high school, she found herself in an abusive relationship that changed the course of her life. Songwriting became her escape, then her healing, and eventually her confidence. As the pain faded, the music turned brighter, and Jenny realized she didn’t just love music, she was meant to do it. Her very first show was at the legendary Bluebird Cafe, and through songwriting she met her husband, Grammy nominated producer Dave Brainard. After Dave was brutally assaulted in a crosswalk attack, Jenny knew without question that he was her person and that she wanted to be with him forever. Shortly after having her son Bear, Jenny was cast on The Road, starring Keith Urban, Blake Shelton, and Gretchen Wilson, becoming one of 12 finalists while balancing new motherhood and full time touring. It was the hardest and most life changing year of her life and proof that sometimes the bravest thing you can do is keep going.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kyle Frey is back for this bonus episode of Get Real where she answers some deep questions! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kylie Frey — the princess of Texas country music — has built her career the hard way, turning early rejection from label executives into an undeniable run of success with 12 No. 1 songs on Texas country charts. Raised in a rodeo family as a middle child, Kylie’s independence, grit, and quiet confidence were forged early and still define both her personality and her sound. She never planned on becoming a mom, but motherhood sparked a profound personal and creative rebirth, adding new depth to her songwriting as she learned how to balance life on the road with a child by her side. Her latest EP, Half a Mind, features the standout single “Fort Worth” with John Randall, while she continues work on what she says is her most personal album yet — one that reflects resilience, growth, and staying true to yourself no matter how long the road takes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Buckle up for the wild ride of Briley King — from backstage romance with Marcus King to her trucker hats taking over the VMAs! How did this Broadway-dancing, powerhouse singer go from rocking Little Bird Trucking hats to becoming a style icon with a voice that can stop a room? Join us as Briley opens up about her meteoric rise, battling “gold digger” rumors, and living life on her own unapologetic terms. Get the inside scoop on the magic moment she met Marcus at his concert and fell head over heels, plus what’s next for this unstoppable couple. You won’t want to miss this jaw-dropping, real talk journey of love, music, and fashion!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, I get real with world-renowned medical psychic and intuitive Julie Ryan—an astonishing woman who can connect to someone in a nanosecond, scan their body, identify what’s wrong, and begin healing immediately. She teaches thousands how to access their own intuitive abilities, but witnessing her work in real time is something else entirely. Julie even scanned my body during the show and instantly identified mold—then began healing it on the spot. We dive deep into what happens to the soul as it leaves the body, how every being crosses into heaven, why animals come into our lives, and what energy looks like on the other side. Julie shares how she first discovered her gifts, why being psychic is not sacrilegious and how she aligns her gifts w the church and God, how she raises her frequency, and the incredible work she does through her podcast, live shows, and bestselling books. This is truly one of the most fascinating conversations I’ve ever had—equal parts healing, spiritual, and mind-expanding.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Well Dressed Nashville started in 2019 when Bonnie, a pediatric cancer nurse, saw an opportunity at an influencer closet sale. WD was supposed to be an in-person event, but when COVID hit before the first sale, she moved everything online and it took off. She built the business mostly alone, lost their 30k-follower Instagram in Oct 2022, rebuilt from zero, and had her best year in 2023 before burning out and planning to close. Bonnie had become close with Liz Streisand, a former celebrity journalist who ran a Broadway ticketing company with her husband Eric, a longtime hedge fund manager. After six months of rest, Bonnie texted Liz “Let’s do it,” and on July 4, 2024, Liz and Eric bought half the business. They relaunched WD out of their garage, moved into a warehouse in Jan 2025, and hit their yearly goal by August. In Sept 2025, Eric passed away after a five-year battle with lung cancer. Liz now shares how she and the kids are coping, while Bonnie shares her miraculous adoption story.In Nov, during their anniversary drop, Well Dressed Nashville hit $1 million in sales—a milestone powered by grit, reinvention, and heart.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shea Fisher grew up in the dust and adrenaline of the rodeo—daughter of a world-famous professional rodeo mom and dad, and a girl determined to keep up with the boys. She even became a professional bull rider just to stay in the mix. Music found her next: she signed her first record deal in Australia and landed multiple radio hits before Nashville legend James Stroud called out of the blue and had her releasing a new single within two weeks in America. We talked about the full ride—marrying a professional cowboy, life as a mom, building her own clothing line, and now returning to the music that’s always been in her blood. Shea shares how all the chapters of her life fit together and the hard-earned lessons the rodeo, the industry, and motherhood have taught her.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Annie Bosko joins Caroline for this bonus episode of Get Real! She answers some deep questions! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Catching up with Annie Bosko after 20 years felt like picking up the same honest, fiery conversations we’ve always had—about life, faith, resilience, and finding your way. She’s still the California cowgirl with a backbone of steel and a heart wide open. Her debut album California Cowgirl shows that spirit in full force, with standout tracks like the Haggard-inspired “Bright and Blue Sky,” the tough-love jolt of “Cowboy Up,” and powerhouse collabs with Dwight Yoakam, Joe Nichols, and Darius Rucker. At the center of it? Love God. Love People. And Cowboy Up when life gets real.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Olympic Champion. Cancer Survivor. Eternal Optimist. Scott Hamilton has spent his life defying the odds with unmatched grace, grit, and humor. From a childhood marked by illness and loss to standing atop the Olympic podium as one of figure skating’s most beloved icons, Scott turned every setback into a setup for something greater. After retiring from competition, he became a best-selling author, broadcaster, philanthropist, and founder of the Scott Hamilton CARES Foundation—dedicated to changing the future of cancer treatment through innovation and hope. Now, Scott brings his powerful message of resilience and faith to the stage in an unforgettable evening that will leave you inspired to rise above any challenge and find joy in the journey. Don’t miss “An Evening with Scott Hamilton” — at Bridgestone Arena November 23– a celebration of courage, laughter, and the unstoppable human spirit featuring legendary ice skaters and iconic musical guests.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colt Ford is back to answer some pretty deep questions in this bonus episode of Get Real! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colt Ford flatlined — twice. In that thin moment between here and Heaven, he swears he saw Toby Keith smiling at him. But God wasn’t done. Now he’s back, grateful, grounded, and louder than ever. Little Out There is the sound of a man who lived to tell it — a warrior with angels in scrubs, a new grandson named Boone, a new lease on life, and zero plans to slow down. The setback ain’t as good as the get-back.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danette May is back to answer some deep questions. Some of the questions include: What moment of your life do you wish you could live again? How would you describe what you believe your life's purpose is? What's a decision you once made that you would make differently today?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.