The Nashville Palace Podcast

Hosts Bobby Johnson and Barrett Hobbs welcome Nancy Jones, wife of the late George Jones, back to the Nashville Palace for a conversation full of stories about George and a preview of his upcoming birthday celebration. Nancy shares details on the George Jones 95th Birthday Bash happening September 13th at the Nashville Palace, including the stacked lineup she helped put together: Jamey Johnson, Ernest, T. Graham Brown, Lorrie Morgan, Jesse Keith Whitley, Tanya Tucker, Jake Worthington, Billy Yates, Heath Wright of Ricochet, and Dean Dillon, with Cletus T. Judd hosting. The conversation turns to Nancy's memories of George, including the story of how she first met him in New York in November of 1981, after being talked into going to one of his shows, and how their relationship took off from there. Barrett also shares the story of the day he, George, and his road manager Peewee spent riding around picking songs together for the Cold Hard Truth album, notepads in hand in the back of the car, a day that would end with George's headline-making car accident. Nancy also gives an update on the future George Jones Museum being built on their old property, along with plans to bring back the Christmas lights display that once drew crowds to their home every year. Pull up a chair and settle in for another round of the Nashville Palace Podcast… where the stars drop in. About Nancy Jones: One of the most revered and respected women in the country music community, Nancy Jones has proven her business skills as well as her personal integrity and perseverance in managing George Jones’s career and his intellectual properties. With her winsome smile and “sweet Southern charm,” Nancy is an excellent communicator both in public and private. Winner of the Country Music Association’s prestigious Source Award in 2016, for “Women Behind the Music,” Nancy genuinely loves interacting with people. Her vivacious personality and enthusiasm are contagious, and everywhere she goes, people want what Nancy has to offer.     FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS:   Nashville Palace Podcast: Instagram – (https://www.instagram.com/thenashvillepalacepodcast/) TikTok – (https://www.tiktok.com/@thenashvillepalacepod?_r=1&_t=ZP-96AmLM0q5PT) Facebook –  (https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Nashville-Palace-Podcast/61562934797510/#) YouTube – (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPAM0jqfyw3KFAEVyij8djQ) Spotify – (https://open.spotify.com/show/4MwJF5cEQ1ACKhobdJqDt9)   Nancy Jones/George Jones: Instagram – (https://www.instagram.com/thegeorgejones/?hl=en) Facebook – (https://www.facebook.com/TheGeorgeJones/) Website – (https://georgejonesofficial.com/)   The Nashville Palace: Instagram – (https://www.instagram.com/thenashvillepalace/) TikTok – (https://www.tiktok.com/@the_nashville_palace) Facebook – (https://www.facebook.com/TheNashvillePalace/) Website – (https://www.thefamousnashvillepalace.com/)   Produced and Edited by: The Cast Collective (Nashville, TN) YouTube – (‪https://thecastcollective.com/) Instagram – (https://www.instagram.com/TheCastCollective) TikTok – (https://www.tiktok.com/@castcollective)  

Hosts Bobby Johnson and Barrett Hobbs welcome Taylor Winston, the man behind the Nashville Palace's country dancing program, for a conversation covering his time in the Marine Corps, an unlikely career path, one of the most difficult nights of his life, and Nashville Dance Fest. Taylor talks about growing up in Round Mountain, Nevada, joining the Marine Corps, training in aviation, making sergeant, and serving on a police transition team in Iraq. From there, he shares stories from an unexpected career path that included working as a roller coaster ride mechanic at SeaWorld San Diego, building custom furniture, and eventually helping progress the dancing movement in Nashville. The conversation turns to how Taylor first found the Nashville Palace during COVID, when the room that now hosts the dance floor was sitting mostly unused, and how that discovery led him to build the Palace's dancing program from the ground up. That work eventually grew into Nashville Dance Fest, the country dancing festival he now runs every year in the Palace parking lot. Taylor also opens up about the Route 91 shooting in Las Vegas, where he helped save over two dozen lives, and the year of trauma therapy work that followed. Pull up a chair and settle in for another round of the Nashville Palace Podcast… where the stars drop in..     About Taylor Winston: Taylor Winston is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, Iraq War combat veteran, and political commentator based in Nashville, Tennessee. Widely recognized for his heroic actions during the 2017 Las Vegas shooting—where he helped transport injured victims to safety—Taylor exemplifies courage under fire and a steadfast commitment to service. He is the founder of 2ADaddy, a firearm business dedicated to promoting responsible gun ownership and defending Second Amendment rights.   FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS:   The Nashville Palace Podcast: Instagram – (https://www.instagram.com/thenashvillepalacepodcast/) TikTok – (https://www.tiktok.com/@thenashvillepalacepod) Facebook –  (https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Nashville-Palace-Podcast/61562934797510/#) YouTube – ( @TheNashvillePalace ) Spotify – (https://open.spotify.com/show/4MwJF5cEQ1ACKhobdJqDt9)   Taylor Winston: Instagram – (https://www.instagram.com/taylorwinston/?hl=en) Facebook – (https://www.facebook.com/taylorwinston/) Website – (https://www.nashvilledancefest.com/) Website – (https://2adaddy.com/) The Nashville Palace: Instagram – (https://www.instagram.com/thenashvillepalace/) TikTok – (https://www.tiktok.com/@the_nashville_palace) Facebook – (https://www.facebook.com/TheNashvillePalace/) Website – (https://www.thefamousnashvillepalace.com/)   Produced and Edited by: The Cast Collective (Nashville, TN) YouTube – (‪https://www.youtube.com/@TheCastCollective) Instagram – (https://www.instagram.com/TheCastCollective) TikTok – (https://www.tiktok.com/@castcollective)

Hosts Bobby Johnson and Barrett Hobbs welcome friend and traditional country artist Dillon Carmichael back to the Nashville Palace for a wide-ranging conversation about family, music, the road, and so much more. Dillon talks about growing up in small-town Kentucky in a family stacked with country music history, from his uncles Eddie Montgomery and John Michael Montgomery, to his mother Becky Montgomery, who recorded her own country album, to his grandfather Harold Montgomery, a rockabilly performer from the 1950s and '60s. The conversation turns to Dillon's start in music, including his first paid gig at 16 in Nicholasville, Kentucky, and cutting his teeth at the same Lexington honky-tonk where Eddie and John Michael Montgomery once played. He also opens up about the years he spent splitting time between Nashville and Kentucky just to find stages that still wanted traditional country music. Dillon and the hosts also dig into his history with the Nashville Palace itself, plus a few road stories involving his band and a certain "indestructible" bottle of Crown Royal. He closes out the episode with a live performance of a new song. Pull up a chair and settle in for another round of the Nashville Palace Podcast… where the stars drop in. FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS:   The Nashville Palace Podcast: Instagram – (https://www.instagram.com/thenashvillepalacepodcast/) TikTok – (https://www.tiktok.com/@thenashvillepalacepod) Facebook –  (https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Nashville-Palace-Podcast/61562934797510/#) YouTube – ( @TheNashvillePalace ) Spotify – (https://open.spotify.com/show/4MwJF5cEQ1ACKhobdJqDt9)   Dillon Carmichael: Instagram – (https://www.instagram.com/dilloncmusic/) TikTok – (https://www.tiktok.com/@dilloncarmichaelmusic)  Facebook – (https://www.facebook.com/dilloncarmichaelmusic/)   Youtube –  @DillonCarmichael   Spotify – (https://open.spotify.com/artist/3lvYE3o75PNjyvcKuBPXo6?si=R216fGAVSoCdDPtM5gmL_w&nd=1&dlsi=dd547f77f0f84b71) Website – (https://dilloncarmichael.com/#home-d) The Nashville Palace: Instagram – (https://www.instagram.com/thenashvillepalace/) TikTok – (https://www.tiktok.com/@the_nashville_palace) Facebook – (https://www.facebook.com/TheNashvillePalace/) Website – (https://www.thefamousnashvillepalace.com/)   Produced and Edited by: The Cast Collective (Nashville, TN) YouTube – (‪https://www.youtube.com/@TheCastCollective) Instagram – (https://www.instagram.com/TheCastCollective) TikTok – (https://www.tiktok.com/@castcollective)

Hosts Bobby Johnson and Barrett Hobbs sit down with country hitmaker Ken Mellons for a conversation that traces his journey from a Nashville kid with big dreams to one of the defining voices of '90s country. Growing up in Hermitage on a steady diet of bluegrass and traditional country, Ken shares how years of persistence, countless auditions, and an unwavering belief in his own voice eventually led him to a record deal, a string of hit songs, and a career that continues to resonate with fans today. Ken reflects on the stories behind some of his biggest songs, including the inspiration for "Jukebox Junkie" and "I Can Bring Her Back," while offering an inside look at Nashville during the era of Opryland, radio tours, and country music's explosive rise in the 1990s. Along the way, he recalls the artists who shaped him, the encouragement he received from Keith Whitley, and the friendships that have carried him through every chapter of his career. The conversation also explores why traditional country music is finding a new audience. Ken shares what it's been like to see younger fans rediscover his music, the excitement of recording again, and why he's as passionate about country music today as he was when he first stepped on stage. It's a reminder that great songs never go out of style, and neither do the artists who sing them with honesty. Filled with heartfelt stories, laughter, and a genuine appreciation for country music's past, present, and future, this episode celebrates a career built on authenticity, perseverance, and a lifelong love of honky tonk music. Pull up a chair and settle in for another round of the Nashville Palace Podcast… where the stars drop in.   FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS:   Nashville Palace Podcast: Instagram – (https://www.instagram.com/thenashvillepalacepodcast/) TikTok – (https://www.tiktok.com/@thenashvillepalacepod?_r=1&_t=ZP-96AmLM0q5PT) Facebook –  (https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Nashville-Palace-Podcast/61562934797510/#) YouTube – (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPAM0jqfyw3KFAEVyij8djQ) Spotify – (https://open.spotify.com/show/4MwJF5cEQ1ACKhobdJqDt9)   Ken Mellons: Instagram – (https://www.instagram.com/kenmellons/) TikTok – (https://www.tiktok.com/@kenmellonsmusic) Facebook – (https://www.facebook.com/kenmellonsmusic/) Youtube – (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOem3tgAi8sUxMUgLkNprSQ) Spotify – (https://open.spotify.com/artist/0z1ApWYnvuA9BuvaQY5zBO?autoplay_ok=1) Website – (https://www.kenmellons.net/) X – (https://x.com/KenMellons)   The Nashville Palace: Instagram – (https://www.instagram.com/thenashvillepalace/) TikTok – (https://www.tiktok.com/@the_nashville_palace) Facebook – (https://www.facebook.com/TheNashvillePalace/) Website – (https://www.thefamousnashvillepalace.com/)   Produced and Edited by: The Cast Collective (Nashville, TN) YouTube – (‪https://www.youtube.com/@TheCastCollective) Instagram – (https://www.instagram.com/TheCastCollective) TikTok – (https://www.tiktok.com/@castcollective)

Hosts Bobby Johnson and Barrett Hobbs sit down with Becky Hinson, one of the longtime fixtures of the Nashville Palace stage and a musician whose career has been woven into the fabric of country music for more than four decades. From growing up in Wyoming and Montana playing alongside her father to becoming one of Nashville's most respected bass players and bandleaders, Becky's story is a testament to hard work, professionalism, and a lifelong love of traditional country music. Becky reflects on the leap that brought her to Nashville in the early 1980s, the chance opportunity that led to joining Porter Wagoner's band, and the unforgettable years she spent traveling the country with one of country music's greatest entertainers. Along the way, she shares stories from the road, memories of performing on the Grand Ole Opry and TNN, and the lessons she learned from the artists and musicians who helped shape an era of country music that still resonates today. The conversation also looks back on the Nashville Palace itself and the role it has played in preserving authentic country music. Becky reminisces about the musicians who filled the stage, the friendships built over decades, and why the Palace continues to be a place where traditional country music thrives. From stories of Dolly Parton and Loretta Lynn to nights spent swapping songs with friends, it's a conversation that captures the spirit of Music Valley and the people who made it what it is. Filled with laughter, unforgettable memories, and a deep appreciation for the musicians who came before, this episode is a celebration of the people who have dedicated their lives to keeping country music alive, one song at a time. Pull up a chair and settle in for another round of the Nashville Palace Podcast… where the stars drop in. FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS:   Nashville Palace Podcast: Instagram – (https://www.instagram.com/thenashvillepalacepodcast/) TikTok – (https://www.tiktok.com/@thenashvillepalacepod?_r=1&_t=ZP-96AmLM0q5PT) Facebook –  (https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Nashville-Palace-Podcast/61562934797510/#) YouTube – (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPAM0jqfyw3KFAEVyij8djQ) Spotify – (https://open.spotify.com/show/4MwJF5cEQ1ACKhobdJqDt9)   Becky Hinson: Instagram – (https://www.instagram.com/hinson1449/) Facebook – (https://www.facebook.com/becky.hinson.16/)   The Nashville Palace: Instagram – (https://www.instagram.com/thenashvillepalace/) TikTok – (https://www.tiktok.com/@the_nashville_palace) Facebook – (https://www.facebook.com/TheNashvillePalace/) Website – (https://www.thefamousnashvillepalace.com/)   Produced and Edited by: The Cast Collective (Nashville, TN) YouTube – (‪https://www.youtube.com/@TheCastCollective) Instagram – (https://www.instagram.com/TheCastCollective) TikTok – (https://www.tiktok.com/@castcollective)