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Step inside the world of country music songwriting with The Hook Podcast. Each week, Brailey Jones and Kevin Kissner sit down with some of Nashville’s most talented and successful songwriters to explore the stories behind your favorite hits. From the creative process to the inspirations that sparked the songs, every episode gives you an insider’s perspective on how the music gets made. Whether you’re a lifelong country fan or love hearing the stories behind the songs, The Hook Podcast is your all-access pass to the heart of Nashville songwriting.

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Logan Mize | 20 Years of Songs, “Who Didn’t,” “Better Off Gone” and Touring the Country in a Chevy Wagon

2026/02/04

Country singer-songwriter Logan Mize joins The Hook Podcast to reflect on his 20-year journey in Nashville, the stories behind fan favorites like “Who Didn’t,” “Better Off Gone,” and “Grew Apart,” and what he’s learned along the way. Logan also talks about his upcoming tour in his Chevy station wagon, new music on the way, and what this next chapter of his career looks like. 🎙️ Hosted by Brailey Jones and Kevin Kissner - A 98.5 KYGO Podcast Follow The Hook Podcast Instagram: ⁠⁠@TheHookPod⁠⁠ Brailey Jones: ⁠⁠@BraileyCJones⁠⁠ Kevin Kissner: ⁠⁠@KissnerRadio

Seth Ennis | Writing “Amen” for Shaboozey & Jelly Roll + The Stories Behind Dylan Scott’s “Hooked” and more!

2025/11/05

Songwriter and artist Seth Ennis joins The Hook Podcast to talk about his new hit “Amen” for Shaboozey and Jelly Roll. Seth shares the wild story of how he came up with the idea for Dylan Scott’s smash “Hooked,”. The story behind his latest viral hit, "See Through" with The Band Camino. Seth also talks about writing with Ashley Cooke, Dylan Marlowe, and more. 🎙️ Hosted by Brailey Jones and Kevin Kissner - A 98.5 KYGO Podcast Follow The Hook Podcast Instagram: ⁠@TheHookPod⁠ Brailey Jones: ⁠@BraileyCJones⁠ Kevin Kissner: ⁠@KissnerRadio

Christian Yancey | Ole Miss Athlete Turned Nashville Songwriter for Josh Ross & Austin Snell

2025/10/09

Nashville songwriter Christian Yancey joins The Hook Podcast to share his journey from hurdler at Ole Miss to writing songs for artists like Josh Ross and Austin Snell. Christian talks about how “Hate How You Look” found its way to Josh Ross, and how it almost didn't even get written. The stories behind some of his favorite co-writes, and his dream writing session with HARDY. 🎙️ Hosted by Brailey Jones and Kevin Kissner - A 98.5 KYGO Podcast Follow The Hook PodcastInstagram: @TheHookPodBrailey Jones: @BraileyCJonesKevin Kissner: @KissnerRadio

Heath Warren | Writing for Bailey Zimmerman, Josh Ross, Nate Smith & Chase Rice

2025/09/25

Songwriter, Heath Warren joined the show and talked about how special it is that his hit, “Rock and a Hard Place” continues to be a massive song. Warren also talked about what it’s like writing songs for Bailey Zimmerman and the journey that he’s been on. Warren also mentioned how exciting it is to have a song on Madden 26.

Ben Johnson: Star of Netflix’s “Hitmakers”, songwriter for Morgan Wallen, Jelly Roll, & More

2025/09/12

Songwriter Ben Johnson joined Brailey and Kevin and talked about being part of the cast of Netflix’s new hit show “Hitmakers.” Ben also talked about what it was like writing a No. 1 song for Jelly Roll as well as “Bar None” for Jordan Davis. Ben also broke down how songs that were cut by Morgan Wallen, Dustin Lynch, and Bailey Zimmerman came together.

Ben Williams: Writing for Megan Moroney, Bailey Zimmerman & More

2025/08/28

On the 100th episode of The Hook Podcast, Brailey Jones and Kevin Kissner are joined by songwriter Ben Williams. The fellas talked with Ben about his hit songs with Megan Maroney. What’s it like having a song that features Kenny Chesney? Ben also talked about releasing a new song with Walker Hayes and Kane Brown.

Whats really going on with The Hook Podcast?

2025/08/26

Brailey and Kevin are back to tell you all about where they have been and what's really going on with the podcast, including a big announcement.

2024 Year in Review

2025/01/01

Brailey Jones and Kevin Kissner recapped the year of country music and concerts they attended this year. The guys talked about their favorite moments and songs from 2024!

Dylan Marlowe Album Reaction Special

2024/11/11

Kevin Kissner and Brailey Jones reacted and broke down Dylan Marlowe's new album, "Mid-Twenties Crisis." The guys talked about their favorite songs from the album.

Rascal Flatts Reunite

2024/10/05

Brailey Jones and Kevin Kissner reacted to the news of Rascal Flatts getting back together as they get ready to tour once again. Kissner talked about how much Rascal Flatts impacted country music. The guys closed out the show having a song draft of their favorite Rascal Flatts songs.

Post Malone Album Reaction Special (Long Bed)

2024/08/18

Kevin Kissner and Brailey Jones are back to react to the second set of songs that Post Malone dropped on his "Long Bed" edition of "F-1 Trillion." The guys discussed which songs they liked the best and which songs they think could impact country radio immediately.

Post Malone Album Reaction Special

2024/08/18

Brailey Jones and Kevin Kissner gave their initial reactions to Post Malone's first ever country music album, "F-1 Trillion." The fellas discussed what they like about the collaborations on the album and what Post Malone means to the country music world.

Krista Lynn Meadow

2024/08/13

Kevin Kissner and Brailey Jones were joined by Krista Lynn Meadow, inside the legendary Grizzly Rose. Krista who on a rise in the country music scene. Krista talked about her journey growing up in Tennessee and getting into music. She also talked about touring and new music she has on the way.

Patriotic Song Draft

2024/07/05

With it being the day after the 4th of July, Kevin Kissner and Brailey Jones had their own draft of patriotic songs. The fellas also gave their recap of attending Morgan Wallen's show in Denver.

Songs That Were Near Misses

2024/06/21

Brailey Jones and Kevin Kissner are back and recapped a big concert that went down in Denver that they were apart of. The fellas then broke down songs that just missed the cut of being No. 1 songs on country radio. What songs should've been No. 1s in their hearts?

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From the knowledge they drop to the knowledge I now have burned into my brain from some of my fav songwriters/artists, I appreciate it. I work in radi...

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