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John Hiatt's Mississippi Phone Booth & Stories of Redemption
In today's episode, Jesse Jackson and Sylvan Groth welcome Josh Bennett Johnson to discuss John Hiatt's song 'Mississippi Phone Booth' from the 'Leftover Feelings' album. Josh shares his personal journey of overcoming addiction and the poignant parallels with the song's lyrics. Join us for an in-depth discussion on music, redemption, and the transformative power of seeking help. Don't miss this heartfelt and insightful episode of Perfectly Good Podcast.
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00:00 Welcome to Perfectly Good Podcast
00:24 Introducing Special Guest: Josh Bennett Johnson
01:05 Josh's Journey: High School Memories and Substance Struggles
09:29 The Turning Point: Robbing a Bank and Seeking Help
12:39 Rehabilitation and Redemption
16:31 The Healing Power of Music and Connection
25:34 Discovering John Hiatt and Musical Influences
27:27 Discussing 'Mississippi Phone Booth'
43:12 Heartfelt Gratitude and Personal Connections
43:42 Analyzing 'Mississippi Phone Booth' Lyrics
44:21 Loneliness and Existential Reflections
45:24 Darkness and Isolation in Rural America
48:27 Desperation and Seeking Help
52:40 The Tradition of Phone Booth Songs
54:48 The Symbolism of the 84 Camaro
57:47 Rock Bottom and the Call for Change
01:08:09 Rating the Song and Final Thoughts
01:14:11 Closing Remarks and Contact Information
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By Jesse Jackson
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In today's episode, Jesse Jackson and Sylvan Groth welcome Josh Bennett Johnson to discuss John Hiatt's song 'Mississippi Phone Booth' from the 'Leftover Feelings' album. Josh shares his personal journey of overcoming addiction and the poignant parallels with the song's lyrics. Join us for an in-depth discussion on music, redemption, and the transformative power of seeking help. Don't miss this heartfelt and insightful episode of Perfectly Good Podcast.
https://www.jbj-counseling.comhttps://www.facebook.com/jbjcounseling Email: [email protected]
00:00 Welcome to Perfectly Good Podcast
00:24 Introducing Special Guest: Josh Bennett Johnson
01:05 Josh's Journey: High School Memories and Substance Struggles
09:29 The Turning Point: Robbing a Bank and Seeking Help
12:39 Rehabilitation and Redemption
16:31 The Healing Power of Music and Connection
25:34 Discovering John Hiatt and Musical Influences
27:27 Discussing 'Mississippi Phone Booth'
43:12 Heartfelt Gratitude and Personal Connections
43:42 Analyzing 'Mississippi Phone Booth' Lyrics
44:21 Loneliness and Existential Reflections
45:24 Darkness and Isolation in Rural America
48:27 Desperation and Seeking Help
52:40 The Tradition of Phone Booth Songs
54:48 The Symbolism of the 84 Camaro
57:47 Rock Bottom and the Call for Change
01:08:09 Rating the Song and Final Thoughts
01:14:11 Closing Remarks and Contact Information
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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