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Hot Mic with Houston and Hogan Randy
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Hot Mic with Houston and Hogan features two radio professionals with over a hundred years of broadcasting experience between them. Dave Hogan and Randy Houston are both native Western North Carolinian’s – whose rich voices have been heard in every glade, cove and holler of Western North Carolina and East Tennessee during the last century – primarily on AM Radio and between the two of them – they’ve worked in just about every radio format. Classic rock ‘n roll - country - news talk - pop and big band - gospel and bluegrass. As you can imagine – these guys have tons of stories about the day to day of live radio.
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The Echo of Hymns: Arthur Rice's Journey Through Gospel's Golden Era and the Rise of Southern Quartets
Can you imagine a time when the radio was the lifeline for weather updates and church announcements? Join us on a nostalgic journey through the history of gospel music with our special guest, Arthur Rice. Raised in Weaverville, Buncombe County, Arthur recalls the powerful influence of radio stations like WWNC and WSKY on his childhood, filling his home with hymns and country music. Arthur's story unfolds from his early days with the Rice family group to his celebrated career with legendary qu...
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Episode 51 Nostalgic Airwaves: Chuck Rice Reflects on the Evolution and Impact of Community Radio
What happens when you blend nostalgia with the evolving world of community radio? Join us on this episode of Hot Mic with Houston and Hogan as we embark on a heartfelt journey through the past and present of small-town broadcasting with our esteemed guest, Chuck Rice. Together, we reminisce about our early days in radio, sharing cherished memories and amusing anecdotes from the legendary Hogan Holler. Chuck brings a wealth of knowledge, discussing how the internet has transformed the media la...
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Voices of the Airwaves: Chuck Rice's Journey Through the Heart of Radio Storytelling Episode 50
As the comforting crackle of a well-tuned radio takes us back to the days of storytelling at its finest, we're joined by Chuck Rice—a media veteran whose voice has colored the airwaves with stories of local charm and political intrigue. Together on Hot Mic, we reminisce about Chuck's climb from the modest beginnings at local stations like WMMH and WSKY to the pulsing political beat of WPTF in Raleigh. His tales, brimming with the humanity and wit that only live radio can capture, invite you t...
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The Harmonic Heartbeat of Bluegrass: Tammy Rogers King and The SteelDrivers' Musical Journey
Discover the soul-stirring history and future of bluegrass music as we sit down with the remarkable Tammy Rogers King of The SteelDrivers. You're in for an auditory feast that intertwines the traditional melodies of Bill Monroe with the genre's modern-day mosaics, all through the lens of Tammy's rich musical narrative. She recounts her vibrant history of touring with country music luminaries, revealing how the high notes and harmonies of life on the road have woven into her artistic fabric. W...
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Bluegrass Beginnings: The Tammy Rogers King Story Episode 48
When family stories and musical chords intertwine, the result is a legacy as rich as the one Tammy Rogers King brings from her East Tennessee roots. Our special guest, a founding member of the celebrated bluegrass ensemble The SteelDrivers, takes us on a melodic journey through her life, sharing how her upbringing and family band experiences shaped her artistry. We thread together the influences of her childhood, her family’s musical migration to Texas, and the vibrant return to Tennessee tha...
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Echoes of Valor: The Poignant Soundtrack of World War II and Its Impact on American Country Music Episode 47
Travel back in time with us to the heart-wrenching era of World War II, where music wasn't just entertainment—it was a vital connection to home for soldiers and their families. As we wander through the poignant world of wartime tunes, we'll share how Tex Ritter's "There's a Gold Star in Her Window" and Ernest Tubb's "Soldier's Last Letter" captured the profound sorrow of loss. Our narrative also reveals the roles of Axis Sally and Tokyo Rose, whose broadcasts, filled with music and propaganda...