Korby speaks with writer and actor Julian Vaca, author of YA novel The Memory Index (nominated for an It List Book Award in 2023), about the surviving and thriving in the modern marketplace. As a father of four, Julian also talks about maintaining a productive writing schedule in real life, and how he uses social media without betraying himself. Korby and Julian also get into some favorite reads of the last year!

Special episode! Korby met twin brothers Nathan and Jud Epting when they randomly showed up in front of his house in East Nashville, set up their easels and started painting the truck parked out front. They’ve since become good friends. Here they discuss the parallels between plein air painting and musical performance, the challenge of knowing what to leave in and leave out, the value of painting the same object multiple times, and more.

Korby speaks with author and Porch Writer’s Collective Co-Founder Katie McDougall about her journey in creative writing and education. They talk about the challenge of knowing when to publish, how reading makes you more empathetic, what’s going on with the Porch these days, and more.

Korby speaks with John Strohm, a musician, songwriter, attorney and former label head who has been involved in music for more than 4 decades, from playing guitar for the Lemonheads to serving as president of Rounder Records. Along the way he's worked with a hit list of influential artists: Bon Iver, The Civil Wars, Phoebe Bridger, The Alabama Shakes, and more.

Korby speaks with director, writer, actor and producer Travis Nicholson about his journey through film and storytelling, from starting his career by crashing the cast party of Oh Brother Where Art Thou through his work on Still the King, a TV show he co-created starring Billy Ray Cyrus (and himself), that ran for 2 seasons on network TV. Travis also directed and co-wrote Morse Code, an award-winning TV pilot created by and starring Korby. They talk about that collaboration, from script to screen, as well as the process of selling a pilot in the current climate.

Korby speaks with singer-songwriter Jill Andrews about her musical evolution — from fronting the Everybodyfields through her successful run writing songs for TV to touring as a mom on the release of her new album Modern Age. Plus she plays three songs live in our studio!

Korby speaks with composer, producer, songwriter and musician Tim Lauer, one of the most prolific - and adaptive- creatives working in Nashville today. As a keyboardist he's played on hundreds of studio albums, from Taylor Swift to Insane Clown Posse. Ten years ago he pivoted to television, where he has since  produced more than 200 cast recording for shows like Nashville, Tell Me a Story and Big Sky. Here, Tim turns reflective, discussing how he stays motivated and what has kept him sane through the ups and downs of his storied career, now in its 4th decade.

Korby speaks with writer, editor, publishing consultant and WriterFest creator Ami McConnell about her long experience in acquisitions at a traditional publisher and creating opportunities for writers in a crowded market.

Korby speaks with guitarist, songwriter, and band leader Adam Levy about his ‘joy on fire’ approach to improvisation, collaborations with Norah Jones and Tracy Chapman, and growing up as the grandson of a TV composer in LA. Plus he plays a couple songs live in our studio!

Korby speaks with acclaimed singer-songwriter Liz Longley about her uniquely dedicated fan base and how it led to an extraordinary kickstarter journey. Plus she plays 3 songs live in our studio!