Country artist and guitar phenom Payton Smith joins the GodDog Podcast for an honest conversation about music, purpose, and faith. From growing up in Louisiana and chasing a Nashville dream at 14, to signing a record deal and releasing his latest project The Bridge, Payton shares the story behind the songs and the heart that drives them.

We talk about life on the road, learning to balance calling with comparison, and how faith keeps him grounded in an industry that never stops moving. Payton also opens up about his passion for guitar — how he uses it as a second voice in his music — and why trusting Jesus remains the most important part of his journey.

If you love heartfelt country music, powerful stories of perseverance, and conversations about purpose and identity, this episode will speak to you.

In this conversation:

• Payton’s journey from Louisiana to Nashville

• Breaking through with early releases and touring opportunities

• Writing and recording The Bridge

• The role faith plays in his career and personal life

• Staying grounded through comparison, pressure, and growth

• Why worship moments happen even on a country stage

On this episode of The GodDog Podcast, we sit down with Nashville songwriter Harrison Hackett to talk about redemption, calling, and the power of writing songs that point people to Jesus. Harrison’s story is one of grace and purpose - a reminder that no matter how far you’ve drifted, God’s plan can still find you. From brokenness to breakthrough, he shares how faith transformed his life, how he discovered his passion for songwriting, and what it really means to create music that carries eternal weight.

In this conversation, we dive into: Harrison’s journey to finding redemption and hope in Jesus, From overdose to purpose, How songwriting became a calling, not just a career - What it’s like writing with and for other artists in Nashville, The importance of obedience, patience, and purpose in creative work, The heart behind songs that speak truth in a noisy world. Whether you’re a songwriter, an artist, or simply someone looking for encouragement in your own walk with God, this conversation is a powerful reminder that purpose can come from even the darkest seasons and that our gifts can point people back to something bigger than ourselves. Drop a comment and let us know which part of Harrison’s story resonates with you most. And don’t forget to subscribe for more honest conversations about faith, music, calling, and purpose.

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Josh Phillips is one of Nashville’s most respected songwriters, but his road to success was anything but easy.In this raw and honest episode of the GodDog Podcast, Josh opens up about his battle with addiction, the rock-bottom moment that changed everything, and how he turned his life around to write some of country music’s biggest hits. From writing for Jason Aldean and Brantley Gilbert to penning Cody Johnson’s emotional anthem “Dirt Cheap” as a solo writer, Josh’s story is one of redemption, faith, and perseverance.In This Episode:- How Josh overcame addiction and rebuilt his life- The wild story behind “Dirt Cheap” and how it landed with Cody Johnson- What it really takes to get songs cut in Nashville- Life lessons from one of country’s top songwriters

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We are honored to have none other than Mr. Randy Montana on this weeks episode of the GodDog podcast. Just incase you happen to live under a rock, here is a very small snippet of who Randy is:

"Randy Montana is a Nashville-based songwriter known for his work with Luke Combs, Parker McCollum, and other prominent country artists. He's the son of country songwriter Billy Montana, and has penned hits like "Beer Never Broke My Heart" and "Better Together" for Combs, as well as "Pretty Heart" for McCollum. Montana was named Breakthrough Songwriter of the Year at the 2020 MusicRow Awards." (Via Google) and trust us when we say, thats just scratching the surface of how talented Randy is in the writing room.

We had the honor of chopping it up with Randy about everything from his days as an artist, transitioning into only being a writer, getting his first hits as well as his day to day life as a dad & husband. Hope y'all dig this episode as much as we did.

We're back in the saddle after a little break for Tyler to get married and Jasper to turkey hunt his face off in the spring and we're kicking it back off with none other than our brother Daymon Osborn. Daymon is not only a heck of a songwriter but he also has a devout heart and soul for Jesus and we're honored to call him our friend.

From Daymon's publishing house

"Daymon Osborn, a Fort Wayne, Indiana native, is quickly making a name for himself as one of the top young emerging songwriters in Nashville.  From working as a middle school teacher, to working in the Texas oil fields, the years leading up to his 2019 move to Music City have molded Osborn into a world class lyricist.  He has crafted the art of storytelling by seamlessly and strategically weaving words on paper into songs that are set to top the charts in the years to come. Osborn’s passion for country music has led him to collaborations with some of the most promising young writers Music Row has to offer, as well as some of the most established names. Osborn joined the Red Street Publishing roster in August 2023 alongside writers Kelley Lovelace and Ryan Griffin."

On this weeks episode we're changing things up a little bit and doing our first GodDog Host episode and we're kicking it off with Jasper Charles sharing his story of his vocal chord journey - How he got into music, when he realized there was an issue with his voice and the moment that changed everything for him with an unfortunate surgery to his vocal cords that left him voiceless and caused him to have a major reality check within his soul, music career and personal life.

We have our good friend Derek Austin in studio this week and it's safe to say he may be our funniest, and most unique life story guest that we've had on so far. Buckle up because we're going on an adventure in this episode of how trusting God may lead you into places that you never thought you would end up - sounds like some of the stories from the bible actually. We hope you enjoy this episode of us chopping it up with one of our boys, and as always we appreciate each of you listening in! You can find Derek Austin on all streaming platforms & social platforms

In the studio this week with the GodDog boys is none other than Alabama native, Martin Pursell - the director of marketing for Pursell farms and someone we're proud to call a friend.

Y'all ride along with us on this episode as we dive into Martins life growing up in Alabama, the story of how Pursell Farms came to be and how Martin has solidified his role in storytelling for his families business as well as what he envisions for the future of his own life as well as Pursell Farms. Oh, and of course, we had some lengthy conversations about our faith walks as well that you're not going to want to miss.

We appreciate all the love on these last few episodes and just want to say thank you for all the likes, shares, comments and messages we're received. Y'all are amazing & Jesus is good. Enjoy Ep.14 with our boy Marty.

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On this week's episode of The GodDog Podcast, we have our good buddy Jon Langston in the studio. If you're into bird hunting, hunting dogs, stories of redemption and obviously country music then you're going to love Jon Langston. He is the definition of a good ole boy living out the country music dream, he's a husband & father, top notch artist and one heck of a hunter and we're proud to call him our friend. From Jon Langstons Website:The epitome of a grassroots country star, Georgia talent Jon Langston gives new credence to the 10-year, 10,000-hour rule of mastering one’s craft. Arriving with a Gold-certified splash via the homespun, lost-in-love ballad “Forever Girl” in 2013—the first song he ever wrote—Langston has spent the ensuing decade on a mission to grow as both an artist and a man, working with some of the genre’s modern icons. A Georgia native schooled on ‘90s country heroes like Alan Jackson, plus classic rock, Southern rap, R&B, and more, his efforts have produced three EPs, a No. 1 all-genre iTunes debut (“When It Comes To Loving You”), and more than half a billion global streams—plus a 2022 Grand Ole Opry debut, sold-out headline shows, and a spot on mentor Luke Bryan’s annual tour.Wielding a warm vocal buzz drenched in raspy Southern soul and a modern-country sound blending warmth with in-the-moment muscle, Langston’s long-awaited debut album, Heart On Ice, was released on September 8th, 2024, marking his next step from open mics to country’s elite. Featuring 14 songs—11 of which he co-wrote—and produced by Jody Stevens, Jacob Rice, and Brad Wagner, the concept album infuses his country-radio roots with a fresh electricity and adds a bold sense of maturity to the singer-songwriter’s catalog of party anthems and ballads built on a wounded-but-still-beating heart. Early releases like “Whiskey Does” and “Ain’t No Cowboy” proved his knack for a romantic hook has only sharpened since “Forever Girl,” while Heart On Ice serves as a showcase of the intention Langston brings to both music and life—and a hint toward deep-feeling hits yet to come. Now savoring life like a glass of top-shelf bourbon—and making country music with the same barrel-aged patience—Langston can be found headlining shows across the nation.

Country artist Conner Smith joins the GodDog Podcast for a raw and honest conversation about faith, fame, marriage, and the pressure of success in the modern music industry. Known for breakout hits like “I Hate Alabama,” “Take It Slow,” and “Creek Will Rise,” Conner has quickly become one of country music’s most promising young stars but behind the accolades and awards is a deeper story about staying grounded and true to your purpose.In this episode, Conner opens up about:- The role of Jesus and faith in navigating the music industry- The challenges of marriage and real life while chasing a dream- What he’s learned from success, pressure, and public expectations- Why authenticity matters more than everWhether you’re a fan of Conner’s music or someone searching for inspiration and purpose, this conversation is packed with wisdom, honesty, and heart.

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