Craig Campbell is just about the only artist who’s not afraid to talk about Oliver Anthony. The country veteran (2:30) admits something surprising about the “Rich Men North of Richmond” singer before diving deep into (4:55) his R&B influences, (8:40) a week-long mental health break and (10:55) Warren Zeiders.

Plus (16:50) Nate Smith joins Evan Paul to talk about his No. 1 hit “World On Fire” and more. Then the (23:50) Night Cap with Billy Dukes.

George Birge visits as his song “Mind On You” nears the top of the charts. He tells Evan Paul about (1:30) the pressure of being a “George” from Texas but admits he’s gotten George Strait’s blessing. Plus, (6:00) who is country’s best golfer, how his kids subtracted a song from his album and (8:01) an unbelievable Toby Keith memory that involves SEAL Team 6.

Then, (11:44) Dustin Lynch visits and the (23:11) Night Cap with Billy Dukes.

Also mentioned during this episode: LeAnn Rimes, Gary Allan, Jason Aldean, Post Malone, Josh Gracin, Parker McCollum, Dan Smyers and more.

Luke Grimes plays Kayce Dutton on Yellowstone but his Nashville music career is taking off. He tells Evan Paul (1:50) how growing up shaped his professional career, for better or worse. Plus, (4:15) the advice he got from Ryan Bingham and (8:20) why he resisted recording an album for so long.

Then (12:20) Lainey Wilson joins Evan to dish on the CMAs and people trying to get Taylor Sheridan’s phone number from her. Her interview was taped before the 2023 CMA Awards and Luke’s was recorded amid the SAG strike. Both events really shaped these conversations but we thought you’d still enjoy them. Finally, (23:34) Billy Dukes joins for the Night Cap.

Walker Hayes tells host Evan Paul (2:50) why he made “Fancy Like” into a Christmas song and (10:30) how he convinced his kids to get on board. Spoiler alert: it wasn’t all that hard.

Then, (11:50) how his commitment to trick shots videos stemmed from a dark time in his life, (5:30) the truth about that Applebee’s gold card and (16:20) Wikipedia trivia for charity. This might get Walker Hayes canceled. Plus (23:20) the Night cap with Billy Dukes.

Also mentioned during this episode: Mackenzie Porter, Starbucks, Dude Perfect, AJ McCarron, Jake Peavy, Bubba Wallace and more.

Shenandoah’s Marty Raybon and Mike McGuire open up about (1:05) the first time they met Luke Combs and what led to their “Two Dozen Roses” collaboration. Luke isn’t the only contemporary artist they’ve worked with. They say (17:00) they hope they’ll have a chance to work with more soon.

Evan Paul also asks the ‘90s hitmakers about (10:05) life on the road in the early days, their (14:25) worst show ever — the place burned! — and why they feel like new artists again. Then (21:55) Billy Dukes joins for the weekly Night Cap.

Also mentioned: Florida Georgia Line, Dolly Parton, Reba McEntire, Blake Shelton, The Voice, the Atlanta Braves and Fresca.

Toby Keith joins Evan Paul and (6:10) gets real honest about his cancer journey, (1:55) why performing “Don’t Let the Old Man In” is so emotional and if he’ll tour in (9:35) 2024.

Plus, you’ll love Toby’s outlook as he continues his health battle. This is the Toby Keith interview you’ve wanted! Billy Dukes joins Evan for the Night Cap as usual.

Also mentioned during this episode: Clint Eastwood, CMA Awards, People’s Choice Awards, Krystal Keith, and Rac Clark.

Separate interviews with two country legends, Dolly Parton and Reba McEntire. Dolly tells Evan Paul about (1:20) the artists she couldn’t get for her new Rockstar album before (3:59) lauding Taylor Swift and (7:30) what she misses about touring.

Then Reba McEntire spends 15 minutes with Evan and explains (13:00) what she loves about being on The Voice, (13:55) which songs are the most difficult to perform and the first time she met (14:40) Dolly Parton and (16:04) Garth Brooks. Then the (18:10) juice on wedding plans with Rex Linn and the (21:07) Night Cap with Billy Dukes.

Jelly Roll returns to the podcast to digest his BIG night at the CMA Awards. He gives Evan Paul the scoop on (3:20) his performance with Wynonna Judd, (7:10) what inspired his powerful acceptance speech and (8:45) who showed up for the afterparty. Also, wait until you hear (0:55) what he had to say about Lainey Wilson

Plus, he spent the night sitting next to Zach Bryan. They have to have something coming soon, right? Then (14:06) the Night Cap with Billy Dukes.

Also mentioned: Jason Aldean, Eric Church, Miranda Lambert, K. Michelle, Bunnie XO, Kelsea Ballerini, Dylan Marlowe, TJ Osborne and more.

Garth Brooks and Ronnie Dunn (1:25) remember the first time they became aware of each other. Spoiler alert: it got competitive. Plus, the two legends tell Evan Paul (8:30) about almost changing names on account of one another, (4:45) why the rodeo is so important to country music and (3:01) the story of their new duet, “Rodeo Man.”

Then, (9:30) is a Brooks & Dunn bar possible? Garth says ‘Yes!” Plus a shocking admission about ‘90s culture before (13:36) the Night Cap with Billy Dukes that gets into the BTS of this very unique interview.

Also mentioned: Cody Johnson, Kix Brooks, Conway Twitty, Seinfeld, Friends, Holly Dunn and more.

Jason Aldean returns to visit with Evan Paul and reveals (14:50) the one small change he made that made this career real easy. Hint: his record label hated it. Plus, he opens up about (1:30) the three songs he wrote on Highway Desperado, (6:20) his real estate empire and (11:15) visiting with Toby Keith. And (10:34) does he really think he could hit an MLB pitcher?

Evan only had one question about the “Try That In a Small Town” controversy but (17:05) Jason over-answers. Finally, (19:33) Billy Dukes visits with Evan to break down this conversation during the Night Cap.