BONUS EPISODE: We’re still in Candletop. Although we’re not sure if it’s in Georgia or Tennessee. This minisode continues the 100th-episode celebration of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Join your hosts for their conversation about the 1981 film, The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia, which is VERY loosely based on the 1972 song. The force is strong with this movie — it will take you by surprise and make you realize that life goes on, and so do we. Join us for this special bonus episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST.

The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia. Starring Kristy McNichol, Dennis Quaid, and Mark Hamill. Screen Story and Screenplay by Bob Bonney, based upon the song by Bobby Russell. Directed by Ron Maxwell.

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“The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia” by Tanya Tucker (from the album The Night the Lights Went out in Georgia: An Original Soundtrack Recording) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Deezer, or wherever you listen to music.

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