Try That in a Small Town Podcast

Did Tennessee pay millions for the wrong quarterback, or does its young starter simply need more time?Kurt, Tully, Kelley and Neil debate the Volunteers’ quarterback situation, Alabama’s emerging star Keelon Russell and whether the Georgia–Alabama game should be moved before severe weather reaches Tuscaloosa.They also react to New England’s surprising win in Buffalo, question whether the Chargers’ system fits Justin Herbert and debate whether a grown man should surrender the first foul ball he has ever caught to a child sitting several rows away.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Why don’t Nashville publishers dig through old catalogs for forgotten songs anymore?Kurt, Tully, Kelley and Neil explain how song pitching has changed, why today’s business side often feels disconnected from the creative side and what was lost when personal demos and passionate song pluggers were replaced by emails and manufactured writing-room connections.Then the guys introduce a new game: If famous country artists had no musical talent, what would they do for a living? Chris Young, Tim McGraw and Ella Langley receive some extremely specific alternate careers.They also respond to listener criticism that the show has become too negative, discuss Keith Urban, Madonna, Taylor Swift, Dolly Parton and Jason Aldean, and share stories about a 50-milligram gummy, movie-theater popcorn, In-N-Out Burger, an oven left on all day and a gas grill that nearly ended very badly.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Should the national anthem be a celebrity performance—or should the marching band play while the entire stadium sings?Kurt, Tully, Kelley and Neil debate who should lead the anthem before turning their attention to the changing NFL quarterback position. Are athletic, run-first quarterbacks abandoning the reads and pocket discipline that made players like Tom Brady great?The guys also discuss the leadership vacuum in college football, NIL money, player discipline, government involvement, Texas and Arch Manning, Tennessee’s young quarterback, Alabama, Florida and the growing number of early-season NFL injuries.It’s Week 5 of Small Town Sports: four hit songwriters, four football opinions and absolutely no agreement required.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sam Smith is headed to the Grand Ole Opry, leading Kurt, Tully, Kelley and Neil into a heated debate over what the Opry represents—and whether country music’s most historic stage still carries the mystique it once did.The guys also debate whether music genuinely brings people together, consider Carrie Underwood’s potential move into rock and question country music’s growing habit of rebuilding new songs around familiar classics.Plus: Lainey Wilson’s faith and authenticity, AI as a tool versus a substitute for creativity, celebrity encounters, unwanted voice messages, “my current wife,” dangerous crosswalk behavior and grown men being serenaded in restaurants.00:51 Raising $500,000 for St. Jude01:58 The Jason Aldean tour winds down02:41 “Try That in a Small Town” gets even bigger03:21 Why blue-city crowds respond so strongly04:01 Jason Aldean and Boston Strong05:39 Another commercial-flight adventure06:29 An aspiring singer asks for advice08:07 The uncomfortable truth about her music08:25 Does music really bring people together?12:09 Concerts and temporary unity14:23 Cledus T. Judd’s Ella Langley parody15:14 Another “Choosin’ Texas” train wreck15:50 What happened to Maren Morris?16:52 Ella Langley’s hunting photos18:10 Lainey Wilson’s faith and authenticity19:24 The writing session that got away20:12 Sponsor break22:04 The alarming new trend in golf shorts23:32 What is happening with LIV Golf?25:14 Why successful bands break apart25:43 Sam Smith’s Grand Ole Opry debut27:02 Has the Opry lost its mystique?29:19 From Ernest Tubb to Sam Smith31:29 What does the Opry mean today?33:37 Would Jelly Roll quit music?34:28 Carrie Underwood’s possible rock album36:02 Which country artists could go rock?37:29 Sponsor break39:09 Country music keeps rewriting old hits40:20 Would the guys interpolate a classic?42:48 Jason Aldean answers a podcast question43:31 Running on empty44:55 Would Tully bother Tom Brady?45:48 Meeting John Elway and Tony Romo47:13 Mentoring young Nashville musicians48:14 Stop sending voice-message texts48:54 Congress attempts to regulate AI50:12 AI as a tool versus creative theft51:46 How the guys actually use ChatGPT52:52 Is AI weakening creativity?53:33 What if the Wi-Fi disappeared?55:32 The aspiring singer conversation continues56:34 Finding another career in Nashville58:08 A landscaper leaves an unforgettable voicemail59:46 This week’s DipShidiot1:00:14 Never say “my current wife”1:01:31 “Grass-fed” macaroni shells1:02:50 Look up before entering a crosswalk1:05:41 Stop singing Happy Birthday to grown men1:07:54 Kelley’s years as a singing waiter1:08:58 Did the guys offend anyone?1:09:25 Christmas arrives before Halloween1:11:14 Ten Stone at Walmart_____________________________________________________________________SPONSORS: The Try That in a Small Town Podcast is powered by e|spaces!Redefining Coworking - Exceptional Office Space for Every BusinessBook a tour today at espaces.comFrom the Patriot Mobile studios:Don’t get fooled by other cellular providers pretending to share your values or have the same coverage. They don’t and they can’t!Go to PATRIOTMOBILE.COM/SMALLTOWN or call 972-PATRIOTRight now, get a FREE MONTH when you use the offer code SMALLTOWN.10Stone is an all-new apparel brand inspired by country music superstar Jason Aldean. Built around the same hardworking mindset Jason has carried throughout his career, 10Stone delivers rugged, everyday style made to keep up. 10Stone. Premium Quality. American Grit. Available exclusively at Walmart. https://www.walmart.com/brand/10stone/20082817Peacemaker Coffee CompanyFounded by retired police officer/chief Chris Morris, Peacemaker delivers clean, low-acidity coffee while supporting police, firefighters, EMS, military, veterans, teachers, dispatchers, and medical personnel through donations and programs.https://www.trythatinasmalltowncoffee.com_____________________________________________________________________Follow/Rate/Share at www.trythatinasmalltown.com -For advertising inquiries, email [email protected] by Jim McCarthy and www.ItsYourShow.coSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

No. 1 Texas and Arch Manning are headed into Neyland Stadium, and the guys debate whether the pressure of playing at Peyton Manning’s old home gives Tennessee a real opportunity to pull off the upset.That leads to a heated showdown over which is more exciting: college football or the NFL. They also discuss participation trophies, expanded playoffs, Alabama’s comeback, Justin Herbert’s struggles, Taylor Swift’s NFL screen time, football cheerleaders and whether grown men should ever wear jerseys in public.Vote in the comments: NFL or college football?01:06 Should second place get a trophy?02:45 When a hit song finishes at No. 203:26 The participation trophy debate05:18 Lane Kiffin and Ole Miss05:42 Tennessee faces No. 1 Texas06:45 The pressure on Arch Manning07:26 College football versus the NFL08:49 Are college games more meaningful?10:09 Is a 24-team playoff coming?12:12 Why football season is the best12:42 The Titans and 157-degree turf13:38 Stop showing Taylor Swift14:42 Should grown men wear jerseys?17:11 Football season moves too quickly17:41 Alabama, Georgia and Week 418:53 Is Justin Herbert the problem?20:16 Do NFL teams need cheerleaders?21:11 NFL or college—cast your vote21:40 Tennessee–Texas prediction22:01 Dressing in your team’s colors22:54 Closing___________________________________________________________________________________SPONSORS: The Try That in a Small Town Podcast is powered by e|spaces!Redefining Coworking - Exceptional Office Space for Every BusinessBook a tour today at espaces.comFrom the Patriot Mobile studios:Don’t get fooled by other cellular providers pretending to share your values or have the same coverage. They don’t and they can’t!Go to PATRIOTMOBILE.COM/SMALLTOWN or call 972-PATRIOTRight now, get a FREE MONTH when you use the offer code SMALLTOWN.10Stone is an all-new apparel brand inspired by country music superstar Jason Aldean. Built around the same hardworking mindset Jason has carried throughout his career, 10Stone delivers rugged, everyday style made to keep up. 10Stone. Premium Quality. American Grit. Available exclusively at Walmart. https://www.walmart.com/brand/10stone/20082817Peacemaker Coffee CompanyFounded by retired police officer/chief Chris Morris, Peacemaker delivers clean, low-acidity coffee while supporting police, firefighters, EMS, military, veterans, teachers, dispatchers, and medical personnel through donations and programs.https://www.trythatinasmalltowncoffee.com___________________________________________________________________________________Follow/Rate/Share at www.trythatinasmalltown.com -For advertising inquiries, email [email protected] by Jim McCarthy and www.ItsYourShow.coSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.