That Nashville Girl

Amanda Adams
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Nashville runs on stories. That Nashville Girl brings you into the room to hear them. Hosted by Amanda Adams, this interview podcast introduces listeners to the artists, songwriters, creators, and personalities shaping Music City and beyond. Amanda brings the curiosity of a devoted fan and the warmth of a friend, making room for conversations that are funny, candid, and unexpectedly personal. Music is the heartbeat, with conversations that explore the lives behind the songs: the leap that brought someone to Nashville, the rejection that changed their direction, the courage to start over, and the small moments that made pursuing a dream feel possible. Emerging voices share space with familiar names, giving listeners the thrill of discovering someone new and a deeper connection to people they already love. Episodes move naturally between songwriting, pop culture, ambition, identity, and belonging. A conversation might begin with a new release and lead to an honest reflection on motherhood, self-doubt, or finding your people through music. That Nashville Girl invites listeners to feel part of the conversation. Rooted in Amanda’s love for Nashville and the people who give it personality, the show offers discovery, laughter, and a reason to keep cheering for someone—including yourself.

  1. 7h ago

    Riley Roth Had to Top Tim McGraw

    Imagine your daughter writing the song you’ll dance to together at her wedding. Now imagine other daughters choosing those same words for their dads. That’s the story behind Riley Roth’s “Give Me Away,” and it’s only part of what made Amanda Adams leave a Nashville writers’ round knowing Riley had to come on That Nashville Girl Show. Riley is sunshine in human form, with songs that can leave an entire room reaching for tissues. She joins Amanda to talk about the last-minute Mother’s Day gift that took off on TikTok, writing her own father-daughter dance song, and the real marriage moments behind her love songs. One started with an off day and a walk in the park. Another started with a very specific declaration about never wanting to live without her husband. But there’s just as much heart in how Riley found her way to Nashville. Once the “weird girl who wrote songs,” she found a city full of people who understood her. She shares how Kelsea Ballerini helped her feel seen, why feeling deeply has become her songwriting superpower, and how she’s building an independent music career with her fans helping choose what comes next. For anyone who’s ever felt a little out of place or been told they’re too sensitive, this conversation is a reminder that the very thing you question about yourself might be what helps someone else feel understood. Come for the wedding song. Stay for the girl behind it. Like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts to make sure you never miss a minute!

  2. 3d ago

    From First Grade Teacher to Chasing Country Radio | Lauren Eliza

    What happens when you’re already doing the job you planned for, but you can’t stop thinking about a completely different life? Lauren Eliza spent a year teaching first grade before moving to Nashville in the middle of COVID to pursue songwriting. She’d visited once. She didn’t know much about the music business. But she knew she wasn’t happy wondering what might happen if she tried. Lauren joins Amanda Adams on That Nashville Girl Show for an honest, funny conversation about taking that leap and the songs it led her to write. Her EP, The Girl From Nowhere, draws on a childhood spent moving more than 14 times with her military family—and the complicated question of where you call home. We talk about wanting country radio success without losing what makes your voice yours, writing with hit songwriter Jim Collins, and learning to celebrate the life you’re building while you’re still chasing the next thing. Lauren’s take on rejection, ambition, and giving yourself more time is one every creative needs to hear. There’s also a little country-music commentary, a Dolly Parton homework assignment for Amanda, and guest questions from Ethan Garner and Hayden Coffman that take us from thoughtful advice to defending drive-through choices. Go listen to The Girl From Nowhere, and watch the full episode on YouTube. You’ll want to get to know this girl. Like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts to make sure you never miss a minute!

  3. 4d ago

    Hats, Hustle & a Fresh Start

    The hats are fabulous. The woman behind them has a story. Tara Statham of Get Lit Nashville joins Amanda Adams and returning favorite Ava Paige on That Nashville Girl Show for a conversation that goes from rebuilding after divorce to a surprise hat reveal—with plenty of hustle and personality in between. After years spent raising her kids, Tara found herself starting over without an income or alimony. She began making hand-stamped jewelry at her kitchen table, turning words of affirmation into something she could sell and a creative spark into a business she could build. She shares how that beginning grew into Get Lit Nashville, why she’s never been afraid to change direction, and how she keeps loving her craft when it’s also her livelihood. Of course, we couldn’t have Tara on without getting into some hats. She surprises Amanda and Ava with custom creations that capture their personalities perfectly—and Amanda’s “I don’t wear hats” stance gets a very pink challenge. There’s also a little vintage shopping talk, Ava’s ambitious attempt to travel overseas with multiple hats, and a whole lot of love for the creative women making their mark on Nashville. Follow @get.lit.nashville and @avapaigemusic on Instagram, and watch the full episode on YouTube for the hat reveals! Like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts to make sure you never miss a minute!

  4. 6d ago

    Taylor Swift Invited Her to a Secret Session | Olivia Levin

    It starts with a song. Then suddenly, you’re trading friendship bracelets with strangers who understand you, planning your life around a concert, and making memories you’ll talk about forever. What is it about Taylor Swift that turns being a fan into finding your people? Olivia Levin knows that feeling well. The creator behind Swifties for Eternity and author of The Story of Us joins Amanda Adams on That Nashville Girl Show to share how a Tumblr fan account became a life-changing adventure, including an invitation to a Taylor Swift secret session. From catching Taylor’s attention to helping real fans find Eras Tour tickets, Olivia has experienced the fandom from a perspective most Swifties only dream about. She takes us inside those unforgettable moments, the work behind her book, and the friendships that make this community about so much more than the person onstage. Of course, there’s plenty to discuss: The Life of a Showgirl, the encore, her hopes for Taylor’s Version of Debut, and what she thinks Taylor might do next. Olivia also shares why loving something this much is worth celebrating out loud. Whether you’ve been here since Debut or found your people during the Eras Tour, this one is for the group chat that never stops, the songs that got you through, and the friends who know exactly why it all matters. Follow That Nashville Girl Show for more conversations with the people behind the stories, and send this episode to the Swiftie who’s been there making memories with you. Like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts to make sure you never miss a minute!

  5. Oct 22

    Your Younger Self Called & She’s Proud of You | Melanie Dyer

    Before you started wondering if you were behind, there was a little girl who would have been amazed by how far you’ve come. Melanie Dyer wrote a song for her. And when Amanda heard “If She Only Knew” at Nashville’s Listening Room, she cried so hard she couldn’t even introduce herself to the woman who wrote it. The Australian country artist joins That Nashville Girl for a conversation about the dreams we grow up with and what it takes to keep choosing them. Melanie started writing songs at 12 on her family’s farm. Years of flights between Australia and Nashville eventually became a move across the world, with the people she loves on one side and the life she wanted to build on the other. Her album Daisies From Dirt puts those feelings into words: growing at your own pace, remembering who helped you get here and giving yourself credit for still going. She shares the story behind “If She Only Knew,” the hometown performance that left her mom crying, and why a room full of women with guitars should probably come with a warning. There’s also a stadium anthem scare, a possible Cody Johnson song pitch and a desert island survival plan that prioritizes a banana chai latte. Naturally. Send this one to the friend who needs to see herself the way you see her. Then listen to Daisies From Dirt and follow That Nashville Girl for more stories behind the music. Like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts to make sure you never miss a minute!

  6. Oct 21

    What It Takes to Bet on Yourself with Nashville Publicist David Hawkins

    David Hawkins makes a living helping other people chase their dreams. He knows what it takes because he’s rebuilt his own. Usually, the My PR Lab owner is behind the camera, making sure someone else is ready for their moment. This time, Amanda gets him in the hot seat—and the conversation goes well beyond publicity. David opens up about taking a chance on Nashville, starting over when his carefully made plans unraveled, and building a business that reflects what matters to him: good people, meaningful work, and showing up. He’s candid about the hard parts, but just as passionate about what came next. Including a psychic’s prediction that Amanda absolutely needs to revisit. Then we get into the questions anyone chasing a creative career has probably asked: Who can I trust? Where should I put my money? Do I need a publicist? And how do I get people to care about something I’ve poured so much of myself into? David shares what makes a great pitch, why the right fit matters more than a signed client, and how he’s built a roster of artists who actually cheer each other on. There’s also the reason his clients don’t walk into interviews alone—and why giving back is part of the job. Of course, Amanda finds a way to bring up John Mayer. Melanie Dyer leaves a question that brings out David’s love for Patsy Cline. And the friend who shows up with lunch gets a little of the spotlight he’s usually helping someone else step into. Send this one to the person whose dream you believe in. Especially if they could use a reminder. Follow That Nashville Girl wherever you listen so you don’t miss the next episode. Connect with David Michael Hawkins on Instagram and follow @mypr_lab. Follow @thatnashvillegirlshow & @askamandaadams on social media for more! Like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts to make sure you never miss a minute!

  7. Oct 20

    Jack & Tim: The Untold Story Behind Simon Cowell’s Golden Buzzer

    Simon Cowell hit the golden buzzer. The confetti fell. But Jack & Tim had chosen to leave the most personal part of their story off television. Their original song, “The Lucky Ones,” began with two devastating losses in their family. It was something a dad and his young son wrote for themselves—until 11-year-old Jack decided they were taking it to Britain’s Got Talent. Dad’s participation was apparently nonnegotiable. More than 400 million views later, Jack & Tim sit down with That Nashville Girl to talk about the people behind that song, the strangers it brought back together, and everything that happened after the confetti settled. And there is a LOT to catch up on. A childhood spent playing guitar in London’s West End. Parents buying tickets night after night until the dream was costing everyone a fortune. A move to Nashville, an “Einstein visa,” and a promise to one day have Chris Stapleton’s mixer, Vance Powell, work on their record. They made that last one happen. Now there’s “Dive Bar,” “615,” the McCrary Sisters, and a contribution from The Outsiders’ C. Thomas Howell recorded on his iPhone. There are also migrating British accents, a growing appreciation for “y’all,” and a question from Southern Charm’s Whitner Slagsvol that no amount of media training could prepare them for. They’re father and son, best friends, and very good at giving each other a hard time. You’ll understand pretty quickly why they wanted to do all of this together. Follow That Nashville Girl wherever you listen, and share this episode with the person you’d want beside you for your own golden buzzer moment. Follow Jack & Tim: @jackandtimofficial Follow @thatnashvillegirlshow & @askamandaadams on social media for more! Like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts to make sure you never miss a minute!

  8. Oct 16

    Dolly Parton’s Message to Macy Dot

    Some words stay with you. For Macy Dot, a few of those words came from Dolly Parton. After receiving the BMI Foundation’s 2023 Dolly Parton Songwriters Award, Macy received a message of encouragement from Dolly that she still reads when she’s feeling uninspired. In this episode of That Nashville Girl, she shares what that message means—and why being encouraged to keep writing can matter just as much as being recognized for something you’ve already written. But don’t let the sweet introduction fool you. This Texas girl also gave us “Hot Mess” and “Cowboy Wanted,” and there’s plenty of personality behind those titles. Amanda and Macy talk about the Chris Stapleton cover that brought them together, Deana Carter sharing Macy’s version of “Strawberry Wine,” and learning from the same guitar teacher as Miranda Lambert and Kacey Musgraves. From childhood songs written after bedtime to studying songwriting at Belmont, Macy shares how she’s finding her voice in a town where talent is everywhere. Then Rodney Atkins sends in a question about her dad, and the tissues become necessary. Macy opens up about her adoption, a deeply personal song for her parents, and the father-daughter journal they’ve shared since she was a little girl. Her dad’s wisdom is equal parts faith, determination, and practical advice involving a donut. It’s hard to imagine a better combination. Dolly’s encouragement brought you here. Macy’s heart, humor, and a little Texas sass will make you glad you stayed. Listen to Macy Dot’s “Hot Mess,” “Texas Tennessee,” and “Cowboy Wanted.” Follow @thatnashvillegirlshow @thatnashvillegirl & @askamandaadams on social media for more! Like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts to make sure you never miss a minute!

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About

Nashville runs on stories. That Nashville Girl brings you into the room to hear them. Hosted by Amanda Adams, this interview podcast introduces listeners to the artists, songwriters, creators, and personalities shaping Music City and beyond. Amanda brings the curiosity of a devoted fan and the warmth of a friend, making room for conversations that are funny, candid, and unexpectedly personal. Music is the heartbeat, with conversations that explore the lives behind the songs: the leap that brought someone to Nashville, the rejection that changed their direction, the courage to start over, and the small moments that made pursuing a dream feel possible. Emerging voices share space with familiar names, giving listeners the thrill of discovering someone new and a deeper connection to people they already love. Episodes move naturally between songwriting, pop culture, ambition, identity, and belonging. A conversation might begin with a new release and lead to an honest reflection on motherhood, self-doubt, or finding your people through music. That Nashville Girl invites listeners to feel part of the conversation. Rooted in Amanda’s love for Nashville and the people who give it personality, the show offers discovery, laughter, and a reason to keep cheering for someone—including yourself.

Information

  • Creator
    Amanda Adams
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    91
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 That Nashville Girl
  • Show Website
    That Nashville Girl

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