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She just dropped her album LACED, but the real story runs deeper. From calling off her wedding and walking away from toxic love, to navigating industry betrayal and questioning everything… even music itself. And in the middle of it all, processing the loss of her cousin, a grief that shaped more of this album than anyone knows. This is about heartbreak, faith, identity, and finally choosing herself. So after everything… who is Morgan now, and what is she no longer willing to stay silent about? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At just 11 years old, she went viral for what was called the “worst national anthem” performance and faced global bullying that followed her for years. But instead of staying stuck in that moment, she kept going, growing stronger, grounded in her faith, and eventually stepping into her identity as a signed country artist. Now she’s back with her new single If Daddy Says No, a song about self-worth, recognizing what you deserve, and refusing to settle for less than that. She’s also opening up for the first time about a deeply painful experience from her childhood involving someone she trusted, and the long journey of healing, faith, and finding her voice again. From public humiliation to private pain to powerful purpose, this is her story of resilience.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Okay… this one is powerful. Liz Tenuto, aka The Workout Witch, is not holding anything back. She opens up about surviving childhood abuse, walking away from a narcissistic marriage, and how she finally found real healing through somatics. This isn’t just about “self-care,” it’s about learning how to actually feel safe in your own body again. Liz shares how that shift changed everything for her, and how it can for you too. Her new book “When the body Speaks,” is raw, empowering, and honestly… the kind of conversation so many women need right now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

She’s a burst of light and truth, Hosanna Wong stopped by the studio and brought the kind of energy you don’t forget. In her new book, Uncomplicate It, she shares her powerful story, growing up with a father who battled addiction, found God, and built a church under a bridge where everyone was welcome, no matter their struggles. Hosanna opens up about her own journey through faith, how it became confusing, heavy, and overcomplicated, and why she felt called to strip it all back to what matters most: a real, direct, love-filled relationship with God. Known for her viral spoken word piece I Have a New Name, she’s here to break barriers, bring clarity, and remind us that faith was never meant to be complicated. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Atlus went from choosing between heat or hot water to breaking the internet with one raw, controversial song. A former truck driver shaped by loss, including his sister’s overdose, his truth caught the attention of Jelly Roll, who became his mentor. Now signed to Broken Bow Records, his new single “Devil Ain’t Done” is out now on the album The Art of Letting Go, and it hits just as hard as his story. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Caroline sat down with Caroline Bryan back in 2019 and we're sharing that episode ICYMI!  Not only is Caroline a total bombshell, she is the funniest prankster I have ever witnessed. Over Christmas, Caroline did “the 12 days of pranks” where she hid in a life size teddy bear and scared every family member and friend walking by, put fingernail polish on a bar of soap only to hear Luke wonder why it’s not lathering up lol, plus many more pranks involving snakes, fog horns and fart machines. She also has a sidekick, LeClaire, Luke’s mother-in-law. Luke definitely got his dance moves from his mother, bc she can cut a rug! The Bryan Family is so much fun and so inspiring. They know how to enjoy life and find joy in everyday. Caroline and I chat about her love story with Luke and how they met in college. We also talk about how she and Luke have survived tragedy. Luke lost both his siblings and brother-in-law, and took in their 3 children: a son who was in high school and 2 college age daughters to live with them and their 2 sons Bo and Tate. Caroline and Luke also started a charity, Brett’s Barn, with Caroline’s brother and sister-in-law, in honor of her brother’s daughter Brett who died at a very young age. Brett’s Barn opens its doors to sick and disabled children to come pet and love on the animals. It’s a true sanctuary. Caroline has a heart of gold and uses her life to spread love and healing and laughs. She is such an example of faith. It was amazing to hear her story with Luke and see how they have such an incredible marriage and life in the midst of the wild world of the music industry and personal heartbreak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kara Birge has built a life with her husband, country artist George Birge on one simple philosophy: trust God and have fun through every season. From meeting at the University of Texas to early days flipping houses and working corporate jobs, to moving to Nashville for a record deal and starting over more than once, their journey has been full of faith, risk, and resilience. Through it all they’ve raised two boys, navigated the highs and challenges of the music business, and watched George score two No. 1 hits at country radio with “Mind On You” and “Cowboy Songs.” Now the adventure continues with a brand new collaboration with Luke Bryan “It Won’t Be Long,” proving that trusting the season and keeping fun at the center has been their secret weapon all along. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.