The Boston Chris Podcast

Welcome to Episode 60 featuring season 27 contestant from Team Kelsea Ballerini on The Voice, Hailey Wright Music sponsored by our friends at The Speakeasy Coffeehouse & Palmyra StudiosWe chatted with Hailey about growing up in Redwater, TX, the story behind her learning about part of her heritage, the softball injury that led her to music, lessons she learned from her folks, the incredibly diverse set of genres she features in her music, her songwriting process, her journey up til now on The Voice and being thrust in front of millions of people, practicing for chair turns, why she chose her blind audition song, the change she has noticed at her live shows & TONS more!Don't miss this incredibly candid conversation with a contestant on The Voice and don't forget to vote for your favorites (Including Hailey) at https://www.nbc.com/the-voiceFollow Hailey and all her endeavors at https://www.facebook.com/OfficialHaileyWrightCheck out all episodes of "The Boston Chris Podcast" here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRVUGoqJJ6AdL2KbXbyB59e-_AOktJbahChapters:00:18: Theme Song00:59: Intro03:01: Hailey’s favorite drinks03:40: Growing up in Redwater, TX04:38: Music replaces Softball because of an injury06:06: Learning about her Native American Culture recently09:32: First musical memory10:18: Featuring multiple genres as an artist11:52: Her blind audition song14:30: Being asked to sing a 2nd song16:57: Working with Kelsea Ballerini18:20: Getting Over the Nerves18:54: What the support system from The Voice’s team looks like19:46: The Battle Round22:49: Her band Hailey Wright & The Wrong24:37: Gaining influences through her bandmates25:54: Seeing a change in attention at her shows26:34: Original Songs & Songwriting30:57: Pappy Middleton Ad32:23: Mt. Rushmore of most influential artists34:06: What the Heck?!37:42: Who is the ONE ARTIST she wishes everyone knew about?38:13: What’s on Hailey’s Wishlist?39:36: What is Hailey’s biggest accomplishment?40:50: Who does Hailey think she is?42:37: The future for HaileySupport Boston Chris💵Become a Member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCao6fJOfevnE7dkMYz3vnQQ/join👕Merchandise Store: https://boston-chris-gaming.creator-s...🎧Purchase Hyper X Products: https://hx.hyperx.gg/BG5FiQXA💵Donate to Paypal: https://www.paypal.me/etxrocksFollow Boston Chris► Twitter https://twitter.com/BostonChrisTTV► Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bostonchristtv/► TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@itsbostonchris► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBostonChrisShow► Discord https://discord.gg/TkyV9Q2P► Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thebostonchrisshow► Other Stuff: https://linktr.ee/bostonchrisCheck out the Podcasts:► The Chris & Kadie Show YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRVUGoqJJ6AfeGd6fbyounJgu3bNCwyOr► The Chris & Kadie Show Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UhHqi95KXlVXzoofzLdKz?si=c335a7dd569f4dec► The Boston Chris Podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRVUGoqJJ6AdL2KbXbyB59e-_AOktJbah► The Boston Chris Podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5UeR5tgIGsltEMUh0a22h8?si=b10432ece9ec4db0

Welcome to Episode 59 featuring powerhouse vocalist & singer/songwriter Cynthia Rausch sponsored by our friends at The Speakeasy Coffeehouse & Palmyra StudiosWe chatted with Cynthia about being a military brat, growing up in a large family, her parents and entire family being musical, her struggle with depression and addiction, music & God being the catalysts in her journey out of the darkness, being an advocate for others dealing with mental health issues, her songwriting, balancing music with being a wife and mom, the role of music videos in delivering her message & TONS more!This episode includes 2 live performances!Follow Cynthia and all her endeavors at https://www.cynthiarausch.comCheck out all episodes of "The Boston Chris Podcast" here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRVUGoqJJ6AdL2KbXbyB59e-_AOktJbahChapters:00:18: Theme Song01:03: Intro01:45: Cynthia talks about her song “Coming Home”04:44: Cynthia plays “Coming Home”08:29: Born in Virginia & Raised in Kansas10:40: Growing up in a BIG musical family13:06: Lessons learned from her folks14:12: Her journey with her mental health as a teenager20:00: Started writing music as a result of her mental health24:32: Was there something someone could have told her to help her?28:15: Helping others from her experience32:08: The evolution of her writing34:47: The perspective of her writing39:55: Retrieving old ideas for new songs41:23: How being a military kid helped her as an artist!46:14: Cynthia in the studio49:46: The strategy of using music videos to further your song’s message58:16: Pappy Middleton Ad59:38: Cynthia talks about her song “Sad Songs”1:01:51: “Sad Songs”1:05:41: Mt. Rushmore of Most influential artists1:07:30: What the Heck?!1:09:45: Who is the ONE ARTIST she wishes everyone knew about?1:10:27: What’s on Cynthia’s Wishlist?1:11:35: What is Cynthia’s biggest accomplishment?1:12:26: Who does Cynthia think she is?1:13:10: The future for CynthiaSupport Boston Chris💵Become a Member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCao6fJOfevnE7dkMYz3vnQQ/join👕Merchandise Store: https://boston-chris-gaming.creator-s...🎧Purchase Hyper X Products: https://hx.hyperx.gg/BG5FiQXA💵Donate to Paypal: https://www.paypal.me/etxrocksFollow Boston Chris► Twitter https://twitter.com/BostonChrisTTV► Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bostonchristtv/► TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@itsbostonchris► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBostonChrisShow► Discord https://discord.gg/TkyV9Q2P► Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thebostonchrisshow► Other Stuff: https://linktr.ee/bostonchrisCheck out the Podcasts:► The Chris & Kadie Show YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRVUGoqJJ6AfeGd6fbyounJgu3bNCwyOr► The Chris & Kadie Show Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UhHqi95KXlVXzoofzLdKz?si=c335a7dd569f4dec► The Boston Chris Podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRVUGoqJJ6AdL2KbXbyB59e-_AOktJbah► The Boston Chris Podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5UeR5tgIGsltEMUh0a22h8?si=b10432ece9ec4db0

Welcome to Episode 58 featuring legendary recording artist, frontman, singer, songwriter & future TV host? Terry McBride sponsored by our friends at The Speakeasy Coffeehouse & Palmyra StudiosWe chatted with Terry about growing up in Lampasas, following in the footsteps of his dad Dale, lessons he learned from mom & dad, being on the road and learning the ropes with his dad, heading to Austin as a bass player and working with Delbert McClinton, moving to Nashville, signing with MCA, forming McBride & The Ride, his songwriting relationship with Ronnie Dunn, becoming a solo artist & TONS more!This episode includes 2 live performances!Follow Terry and all his endeavors at https://www.terrymcbridemusic.comCheck out all episodes of "The Boston Chris Podcast" here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRVUGoqJJ6AdL2KbXbyB59e-_AOktJbahChapters:00:18: Theme Song01:00: Intro02:19: Terry talks about his hit song “Are You With Me”06:29: Terry plays “Are You With Me”09:39: Terry’s favorite drinks10:40: Growing up in Lampasas & his dad Dale16:26: Lessons learned from mom and dad20:52: Learning the ropes of the music business from dad23:33: Taking his bass to Austin25:53: Going from Bass to Front Man26:53: Heading to Nashville in 198929:35: What or who helped him in Nashville?35:03: Becoming an artist with McBride & The Ride38:20: McBride & The Ride ends42:15: The Harmonies of McBride & The Ride44:18: Refocusing on songwriting47:39: The Brooks & Dunn “Side Gig”, Chris Stapleton & Patty Loveless55:59: His debut solo release in 201758:53: The creative differences between solo artist & the band1:01:26: Who or what was the biggest catalyst for his career?1:03:50: Pappy Middleton Ad1:05:06: Terry Talks about the story behind “If You See Him, If You See Her” by Reba & Brooks & Dunn1:11:08: Terry talks about his hit song “Play Something Country”1:15:00: “Play Something Country”1:17:40: Mt. Rushmore of songwriters1:18:54: What the Heck?!1:24:20: Who is the ONE ARTIST he wishes everyone knew about?1:27:55: What’s on Terry’s Wishlist?1:31:27: What is Terry’s biggest accomplishment?1:34:15: Who does Terry think he is?Support Boston Chris💵Become a Member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCao6fJOfevnE7dkMYz3vnQQ/join👕Merchandise Store: https://boston-chris-gaming.creator-s...🎧Purchase Hyper X Products: https://hx.hyperx.gg/BG5FiQXA💵Donate to Paypal: https://www.paypal.me/etxrocksFollow Boston Chris► Twitter https://twitter.com/BostonChrisTTV► Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bostonchristtv/► TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@itsbostonchris► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBostonChrisShow► Discord https://discord.gg/TkyV9Q2P► Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thebostonchrisshow► Other Stuff: https://linktr.ee/bostonchrisCheck out the Podcasts:► The Chris & Kadie Show YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRVUGoqJJ6AfeGd6fbyounJgu3bNCwyOr► The Chris & Kadie Show Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UhHqi95KXlVXzoofzLdKz?si=c335a7dd569f4dec► The Boston Chris Podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRVUGoqJJ6AdL2KbXbyB59e-_AOktJbah► The Boston Chris Podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5UeR5tgIGsltEMUh0a22h8?si=b10432ece9ec4db0

Welcome to Episode 57 featuring genre-defying singer/songwriter Van Plating from Lakeland, FL sponsored by our friends at Speakeasy Coffeehouse & Palmyra StudiosWe chatted with Van about growing up north of Orlando, FL, her musical influences, her education, the importance of her vocals in the delivery of her songs, the violin, her songwriting process, being vulnerable in her art, choosing instruments in the studio to accentuate her sound, carving out her spot in the Americana world, her all star album "Orange Blossom Child" & TONS more!This episode includes 2 live performances!Check out all episodes of "The Boston Chris Podcast" here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRVUGoqJJ6AdL2KbXbyB59e-_AOktJbahChapters:00:18: Theme Song00:59: Intro03:44: Van talks about her song “Yesterday Got In The Way”06:38: Van plays “Yesterday Got In The Way”09:43: How I was introduced to Van’s Music12:03: Van’s favorite drinks12:42: Growing Up14:10: First Musical Memories16:44: Lessons from her youth18:47: The definition of genre-defying19:46: Florida Southern College & Vocals as an instrument24:22: Her Confidence25:32: Her 9 year hiatus from music28:39: Her path back to music34:18: Balancing family & music37:33: Blowing up in the Americana World39:01: Her Album “Orange Blossom Child”43:47: Being a guest artist on Heather Little’s album45:46: Pride & Regrets about her career and life47:56: The one person most responsible for her career50:47: Pappy Middleton Ad52:12: Van talks about her song “The Hard Way”59:34: “The Hard Way”1:03:35: Mt. Rushmore of songwriters1:04:46: What the Heck?!1:08:04: Who is the ONE ARTIST she wishes everyone knew about?1:08:49: What’s on Van’s Wishlist?1:10:00: What is Van’s biggest accomplishment?1:11:42: Who does Van think she is?1:12:43: The future for VanSupport Boston Chris💵Become a Member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCao6fJOfevnE7dkMYz3vnQQ/join👕Merchandise Store: https://boston-chris-gaming.creator-s...🎧Purchase Hyper X Products: https://hx.hyperx.gg/BG5FiQXA💵Donate to Paypal: https://www.paypal.me/etxrocksFollow Boston Chris► Twitter https://twitter.com/BostonChrisTTV► Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bostonchristtv/► TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@itsbostonchris► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBostonChrisShow► Discord https://discord.gg/TkyV9Q2P► Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thebostonchrisshow► Other Stuff: https://linktr.ee/bostonchrisCheck out the Podcasts:► The Chris & Kadie Show YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRVUGoqJJ6AfeGd6fbyounJgu3bNCwyOr► The Chris & Kadie Show Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UhHqi95KXlVXzoofzLdKz?si=c335a7dd569f4dec► The Boston Chris Podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRVUGoqJJ6AdL2KbXbyB59e-_AOktJbah► The Boston Chris Podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5UeR5tgIGsltEMUh0a22h8?si=b10432ece9ec4db0

Welcome to Episode 56 featuring hit songwriter Susan Gibson from Wimberly, TX sponsored by our friends at The Speakeasy Coffeehouse & Palmyra StudiosWe chatted with Susan about being born in Minnesota, moving around a lot as a kid, how that helped shape her love for traveling later, her education in forestry, songwriting, the impact of her huge song "Wide Open Spaces", being a road warrior, song coaching & TONS more!This episode includes 2 live performances!Follow Susan and all her endeavors at https://www.susangibson.com/Check out all episodes of "The Boston Chris Podcast" here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRVUGoqJJ6AdL2KbXbyB59e-_AOktJbahChapters:00:18: Theme Song00:59: Intro02:17: Susan talks about her song “Wildflowers in the Weeds”07:36: Susan plays “Wildflowers in the Weeds”11:28: Susan’s favorite drinks13:40: Born in Minnesota and Moving Around a lot19:18: Lessons learned from mom & dad22:53: First Musical Memories25:15: Music becomes more than a hobby27:18: Not letting a big hit define you as an artist28:54: Studying Forestry32:45: Choosing the perspective she did in “Wide Open Spaces”34:37: The Groobees38:41: Creativity versus Commercial43:15: The pressure of another hit48:32: Mental health and songwriting50:32: The evolution of her sound58:05: Song Coaching1:00:37: Pappy Middleton Ad1:01:43: Susan talks about her song “Evergreen”1:03:33: “Evergreen”1:07:55: Mt. Rushmore of songwriters1:08:50: What the Heck?!1:11:09: Who is the ONE ARTIST she wishes everyone knew about?1:12:06: What’s on Susan’s Wishlist?1:13:12: What is Susan’s biggest accomplishment?1:15:05: Who does Susan think she is?1:15:42: The future for Susan GibsonSupport Boston Chris💵Become a Member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCao6fJOfevnE7dkMYz3vnQQ/join👕Merchandise Store: https://boston-chris-gaming.creator-s...🎧Purchase Hyper X Products: https://hx.hyperx.gg/BG5FiQXA💵Donate to Paypal: https://www.paypal.me/etxrocksFollow Boston Chris► Twitter https://twitter.com/BostonChrisTTV► Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bostonchristtv/► TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@itsbostonchris► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBostonChrisShow► Discord https://discord.gg/TkyV9Q2P► Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thebostonchrisshow► Other Stuff: https://linktr.ee/bostonchrisCheck out the Podcasts:► The Chris & Kadie Show YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRVUGoqJJ6AfeGd6fbyounJgu3bNCwyOr► The Chris & Kadie Show Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UhHqi95KXlVXzoofzLdKz?si=c335a7dd569f4dec► The Boston Chris Podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRVUGoqJJ6AdL2KbXbyB59e-_AOktJbah► The Boston Chris Podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5UeR5tgIGsltEMUh0a22h8?si=b10432ece9ec4db0

Welcome to Episode 55 featuring 4 time #1 hit songwriter Mark Irwin originally from The Bronx, NY sponsored by our friends at The Speakeasy Coffeehouse & Palmyra StudiosWe chatted with Mark about growing up in The Bronx, finding Country Music from the Northeast, his family life growing up, moving to Nashville to pursue songwriting, his songwriting process, his first cut being a Christmas song by Randy Travis, the story behind 3 of his #1 hits, how Nashville has changed over the years, Gwyneth Paltrow, mentoring & TONS more!This episode includes 2 live performances!Follow Mark and all his endeavors at https://www.facebook.com/mark.irwin.1428Check out all episodes of "The Boston Chris Podcast" here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRVUGoqJJ6AdL2KbXbyB59e-_AOktJbahChapters:00:39: Theme Song01:19: Intro02:59: Mark talks about his #1 hit by Alan Jackson “Here In The Real World”05:46: Mark plays “Here In The Real World”09:22: Mark’s Favorite Drink10:53: Growing Up in The Bronx & Finding music15:03: His first musical memories18:07: Family Life growing up21:22: What moment made him want to do music full time23:36: Replicating success in songwriting25:02: Getting His first cut 4 years after moving to Nashville29:28: His first publishing deal31:24: Writing for other artists being the goal33:45: Andrew Dorff34:59: First cut was a Christmas Song37:09: Talking about “Highway Don’t Care” by Tim McGraw & Taylor Swift41:46: His Songwriting process48:09: The changes in Nashville over the years52:28: His Gwyneth Paltrow Cut, Tobey Maguire & Taylor Swift Story55:55: Mentoring younger songwriters1:01:10: Pappy Middleton Ad1:02:31: Mark talks about his hit song “Redneck Crazy” by Tyler Farr1:08:04: “Redneck Crazy” performed by Mark Irwin1:11:55: Mt. Rushmore of influential songwriters to him1:13:25: What the Heck?!1:16:39: Who is the ONE ARTIST he wishes everyone knew about?1:16:57: What’s on Mark’s Wishlist?1:18:31: What is Mark’s biggest accomplishment?1:22:18: Who does Mark think he is?Support Boston Chris💵Become a Member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCao6fJOfevnE7dkMYz3vnQQ/join👕Merchandise Store: https://boston-chris-gaming.creator-s...🎧Purchase Hyper X Products: https://hx.hyperx.gg/BG5FiQXA💵Donate to Paypal: https://www.paypal.me/etxrocksFollow Boston Chris► Twitter https://twitter.com/BostonChrisTTV► Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bostonchristtv/► TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@itsbostonchris► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBostonChrisShow► Discord https://discord.gg/TkyV9Q2P► Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thebostonchrisshow► Other Stuff: https://linktr.ee/bostonchrisCheck out the Podcasts:► The Chris & Kadie Show YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRVUGoqJJ6AfeGd6fbyounJgu3bNCwyOr► The Chris & Kadie Show Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UhHqi95KXlVXzoofzLdKz?si=c335a7dd569f4dec► The Boston Chris Podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRVUGoqJJ6AdL2KbXbyB59e-_AOktJbah► The Boston Chris Podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5UeR5tgIGsltEMUh0a22h8?si=b10432ece9ec4db0

Welcome to Episode 54 featuring Maura, Alex, Tommy & Andrew from Ur Mom from the suburbs of Chicago, IL sponsored by our friends at The Speakeasy Coffeehouse & Palmyra Studios on Saturday March 22nd at 6pm!We chatted with Ur Mom about where they are from, the lessons they learned, their first musical memories & influences, their strategies for their sound, their formula for everyone getting a chance to shine, how they met, the music scene in their native Chicago, songwriting, live shows & TONS more!This episode includes the first time their brand new single is shared and a live performance!Follow Ur Mom and all their endeavors at https://weareurmom.com/Check out all episodes of "The Boston Chris Podcast" here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRVUGoqJJ6AdL2KbXbyB59e-_AOktJbahChapters:00:05: Theme Song01:07: Intro02:09: Ur Mom talks about their next single “Sushi (With Your Ex)”04:56: Ur Mom plays “Sushi (With Your Ex)”10:05: Who is in Ur Mom?10:52: Where is Ur Mom From?11:55: Lessons they learned growing up12:53: Their first musical experiences and influences18:11: Is there a strategy to combine different genres in their sound?21:42: Everyone in Ur Mom has a chance to shine23:43: How did everyone meet & end up creating Ur Mom?32:26: How long has Ur Mom been together?32:54: The music scene in the Chicago area38:16: Subject matter in songwriting42:45: Experimenting with their sound45:25: The trolling nature of Ur Mom’s name49:04: What their live shows look like?53:44: The challenges for an Indie Band57:46: Band Competitions and how they help1:00:10: Practicing stage presence1:03:46: Pappy Middleton Ad1:05:01: Ur Mom talks about their song “Lava Lamp”1:06:18: “Lava Lamp”1:11:16: Mt. Rushmore of influential artists1:13:19: What the Heck?!1:16:44: Who is the ONE ARTIST they wish everyone knew about?1:18:25: What’s on Ur Mom’s Wishlist?1:20:18: What is Ur Mom’s biggest accomplishment?1:24:06: Who does Ur Mom Think They Are?1:25:08: The future for Ur MomSupport Boston Chris💵Become a Member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCao6fJOfevnE7dkMYz3vnQQ/join👕Merchandise Store: https://boston-chris-gaming.creator-s...🎧Purchase Hyper X Products: https://hx.hyperx.gg/BG5FiQXA💵Donate to Paypal: https://www.paypal.me/etxrocksFollow Boston Chris► Twitter https://twitter.com/BostonChrisTTV► Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bostonchristtv/► TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@itsbostonchris► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBostonChrisShow► Discord https://discord.gg/TkyV9Q2P► Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thebostonchrisshow► Other Stuff: https://linktr.ee/bostonchrisCheck out the Podcasts:► The Chris & Kadie Show YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRVUGoqJJ6AfeGd6fbyounJgu3bNCwyOr► The Chris & Kadie Show Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UhHqi95KXlVXzoofzLdKz?si=c335a7dd569f4dec► The Boston Chris Podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRVUGoqJJ6AdL2KbXbyB59e-_AOktJbah► The Boston Chris Podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5UeR5tgIGsltEMUh0a22h8?si=b10432ece9ec4db0

Welcome to Episode 53 featuring Multi-platinum hit songwriter, producer, artist, musician & painter Robert Ellis Orrall sponsored by our friends at The Speakeasy Coffeehouse & Palmyra StudiosWe chatted with Robert about growing up in Massachusetts, his first musical influences, being signed to RCA, his songwriting process, what he is up to now, writing hits for Shenandoah & Clay Walker, his songwriting sessions with Taylor Swift & TONS more!Follow Robert and all his endeavors at https://www.robertellisorrall.com/Check out all episodes of "The Boston Chris Podcast" here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRVUGoqJJ6AdL2KbXbyB59e-_AOktJbahChapters:00:25: Theme Song01:07: Intro03:13: Robert talks about his song “Avalanche”06:38: Robert plays “Avalanche”09:05: What are his favorite drinks?09:33: Growing up on The North Shore of Massachusetts12:15: First musical memories & influences13:41: His musical path & evolution17:16: Going to Nashville to find co-writers20:07: A great story behind “Wrong Baby Wrong” by Martina McBride22:53: The story behind his duet with Carlene Carter26:20: Meeting Curtis Wright & The story behind “Next to You, Next to Me”33:12: Moving to Nashville35:58: Recording Artist or Published Songwriter?38:43: Songwriting process42:15: The most impactful person on his music45:29: His Taylor Swift Experiences50:06: Lindsay Lohan52:35: Pappy Middleton Ad53:45: Robert tells the story behind the song “When I Need to Feel You”57:33: “When I Need to Feel You”1:00:05: Mt. Rushmore of songwriters1:01:57: What the Heck?!1:04:11: Who is the ONE ARTIST he wishes everyone knew about?1:05:13: What’s on Robert’s Wishlist?1:06:30: What was Robert’s biggest accomplishment according to him?1:08:48: Who does he think he is?!1:10:20: The future for Robert Ellis OrrallSupport Boston Chris💵Become a Member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCao6fJOfevnE7dkMYz3vnQQ/join👕Merchandise Store: https://boston-chris-gaming.creator-s...🎧Purchase Hyper X Products: https://hx.hyperx.gg/BG5FiQXA💵Donate to Paypal: https://www.paypal.me/etxrocksFollow Boston Chris► Twitter https://twitter.com/BostonChrisTTV► Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bostonchristtv/► TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@itsbostonchris► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBostonChrisShow► Discord https://discord.gg/TkyV9Q2P► Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thebostonchrisshow► Other Stuff: https://linktr.ee/bostonchrisCheck out the Podcasts:► The Chris & Kadie Show YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRVUGoqJJ6AfeGd6fbyounJgu3bNCwyOr► The Chris & Kadie Show Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UhHqi95KXlVXzoofzLdKz?si=c335a7dd569f4dec► The Boston Chris Podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRVUGoqJJ6AdL2KbXbyB59e-_AOktJbah► The Boston Chris Podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5UeR5tgIGsltEMUh0a22h8?si=b10432ece9ec4db0

Welcome to Episode 52 featuring Hall of Fame long distance runner, multiple time American record holder, Olympian and World Champion marathoner Bill Rodgers sponsored by our friends at The Speakeasy CoffeehouseWe chatted with Bill about growing up in Newington, CT, the impact of his high school coach Frank O'Rourke, how his high school picking up a cross country program shaped his life, making runner a lifelong career, his education, the injury and circumstances that stopped him in his Olympic dreams, how the 1976 Olympic 'Failure' propelled him for future success, the mental and physical training needed to be a successful long distance runner, how he prepared for different courses all over the world & TONS more!Follow Bill and all his endeavors at https://www.facebook.com/BillRodgersBostonBilly/Check out all episodes of "The Boston Chris Podcast" here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRVUGoqJJ6AdL2KbXbyB59e-_AOktJbahChapters:00:28: Theme Song01:05: Intro03:50: Growing up in Connecticut04:08: His life’s path shifts when Newington HS starts a cross country program his sophomore year05:28: Lessons he learned from his parents07:10: How to train yourself mentally for running08:53: The impact of his high school coach Frank O’Rourke11:53: What caught his eye about cross country running?14:09: Bill still holds records today15:05: The difference between fast twitch & slow twitch17:36: Keeping track of competitors during a race19:06: Being one of the best of a generation20:05: His education & Making Running a career21:55: Billy Squires & The Greater Boston Track Club25:49: His Olympic experience28:19: Did his 1976 Olympic experience motivate him?32:36: His first Boston Marathon35:09: How strategy changes from one race location to another38:37: Is the Boston Marathon the best?40:11: Why is there so much success globally from African runners43:50: Wondering whether your opponents are legit47:13: Stopping to tie his shoes during his first Boston Marathon49:59: Is he still running today?52:55: Mt. Rushmore of best long distance runners54:05: What the Heck?!57:27: Who is the ONE RUNNER he wishes everyone knew about?58:41: WHat was Bill’s biggest accomplishment according to him?59:46: Who does he think he is?!1:00:47: The future for Bill RodgersSupport Boston Chris💵Become a Member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCao6fJOfevnE7dkMYz3vnQQ/join👕Merchandise Store: https://boston-chris-gaming.creator-s...🎧Purchase Hyper X Products: https://hx.hyperx.gg/BG5FiQXA💵Donate to Paypal: https://www.paypal.me/etxrocksFollow Boston Chris► Twitter https://twitter.com/BostonChrisTTV► Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bostonchristtv/► TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@itsbostonchris► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBostonChrisShow► Discord https://discord.gg/TkyV9Q2P► Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thebostonchrisshow► Other Stuff: https://linktr.ee/bostonchrisCheck out the Podcasts:► The Chris & Kadie Show YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRVUGoqJJ6AfeGd6fbyounJgu3bNCwyOr► The Chris & Kadie Show Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UhHqi95KXlVXzoofzLdKz?si=c335a7dd569f4dec► The Boston Chris Podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRVUGoqJJ6AdL2KbXbyB59e-_AOktJbah► The Boston Chris Podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5UeR5tgIGsltEMUh0a22h8?si=b10432ece9ec4db0

Welcome to Episode 51 featuring indie folk singer/songwriters and activists The Couldn't Be Happiers from Winston-Salem, NC sponsored by our friends at The Speakeasy Coffeehouse & Palmyra StudiosWe chatted with Jordan & Jodi from The Couldn't Be Happiers about growing up in North Carolina for Jodi and Dallas for Jordan, lessons they learned from their folks, how they met, how they balance beings lawyers AND musicians, their musical influences, their songwriting process, how their relationship affects their writing, choosing more visual aspects to their songwriting, subject matter in music, politics, using Tik Tok and social media to their advantage & TONS more!This episode includes 2 live performances!Follow The Couldn't Be Happiers and all their endeavors at https://couldntbehappiers.com/Check out all episodes of "The Boston Chris Podcast" here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRVUGoqJJ6AdL2KbXbyB59e-_AOktJbahChapters:00:18: Theme Song00:54: Intro03:40: How I Found them on Tik Tok!08:08: Jodi & Jordan tell the story behind “The Earthquake Song”11:30: Jodi & Jordan perform “The Earthquake Song”14:01: Growing up in Texas & North Carolina respectively16:06: How did they meet?16:39: Their first musical influences21:10: What are their favorite drinks?23:41: Lessons learned from Mom & Dad30:06: The Music scene in North Catrolina & Live performing versus Studio & social media performing42:39: The origins of the band name44:59: When did music become more serious48:43: Talking about Harmony & songwriting53:14: Do they ever fight during songwriting?58:28: Their songwriting process1:00:08: Politics, Activism & Subject Matter in their music1:03:45: Pappy Middleton Ad1:05:17: Jodi & Jordan tell the story behind the song “No Further Requests”1:08:16: Jodi & Jordan perform “No Further Requests”1:13:16: Mt. Rushmore of most influential artists to them1:17:14: What the Heck?!1:21:49: Who is the ONE ARTIST they wish everyone knew about?1:24:34: What’s on their wishlist?1:26:10: What is their personal best accomplishment?1:27:49: Who do they think they are?!1:29:12: The future for The Couldn’t Be HappiersSupport Boston Chris💵Become a Member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCao6fJOfevnE7dkMYz3vnQQ/join👕Merchandise Store: https://boston-chris-gaming.creator-s...🎧Purchase Hyper X Products: https://hx.hyperx.gg/BG5FiQXA💵Donate to Paypal: https://www.paypal.me/etxrocksFollow Boston Chris► Twitter https://twitter.com/BostonChrisTTV► Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bostonchristtv/► TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@itsbostonchris► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBostonChrisShow► Discord https://discord.gg/TkyV9Q2P► Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thebostonchrisshow► Other Stuff: https://linktr.ee/bostonchrisCheck out the Podcasts:► The Chris & Kadie Show YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRVUGoqJJ6AfeGd6fbyounJgu3bNCwyOr► The Chris & Kadie Show Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UhHqi95KXlVXzoofzLdKz?si=c335a7dd569f4dec► The Boston Chris Podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRVUGoqJJ6AdL2KbXbyB59e-_AOktJbah► The Boston Chris Podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5UeR5tgIGsltEMUh0a22h8?si=b10432ece9ec4db0