This week on the Global Current, we're switching roles as our analyst Trisha Baillon does a deep dive into the history of country music and the politics surrounding the genre. We discuss significant figures and points in history that have shaped country music, as well as current trends that may be indicative of a shift in the genre. Additionally, it's mentioned how country music is part of American soft power abroad and the influence of its international reach.

This episode was brought was brought to you thanks to Executive Producer Trisha Baillon, Associate Producers Amelia Wysoczanski and Nadia Chernoff, Host Trisha Baillon, and Technical Producers Megan Pitt, Ashley Skladany, and Willem Akian. Keep it current with us on Instagram @theglobalcurrent! Music: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music This group is a registered student organization, and its views do not necessarily represent the opinions and beliefs of Seton Hall University.