The Songwriter | The Life Behind the Lyric

Tim Goodin: Coal Country Stories, “Pills and Poverty,” and Choosing Family – With “Fishing Hole” Acoustic


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Kentucky songwriter Tim Goodin opens up about work, writing, and home. He and his wife co‑write most songs, he’s lived the stories he sings, and he isn’t chasing fame at the expense of family. From the opioid fallout to blue‑collar pride, this episode grounds big themes in real life—and ends with a tender performance of “Fishing Hole.”

Key Topics

  • Full‑time job, weekend shows, and avoiding burnout
  • The truth behind “Pills and Poverty” and why it resonated nationwide
  • Writing with your spouse and keeping 2,000 ideas organized
  • Coal country roots, community, and choosing what matters

Featured Performance

“Fishing Hole” (acoustic)

For fans of Tyler Childers, Cody Jinks, CWG, and honest Appalachian songwriting.

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