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Welcome To Season 2.

I’m for unity. Unity relies on truth and respect. My energy will be completely focused on providing both of those to you.

Plan for weekly episodes, alternating between interviews and talks every Thursday night. If you have questions, my DMs are always open. Thank you.

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A casual conversation with one of legends of Las Cruces, Dzaki Sukarno. He's a up-and-coming honky tonker who started in FFA and now finds his fans supporting him from all over the world (especially in his family's home of Indonesia). Tune in to figure out more about his inspirations and future endeavors!

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Most country artists sing about trucks and heartbreaks, but Isaac's music pulls from his real life—facing depression, honoring family traditions, and navigating his identity in a changing world. In this heartfelt episode, he reveals how scars and stories shape his songs, giving you a raw look at what it truly means to be authentic in music and in life.

Discover how Isaac's family roots—spanning Morocco and North Carolina—ground his musical journey and inspire his lyrics. He opens up about the profound influence of fatherhood, sharing how keeping traditions alive through music and advice became a lifeline during dark times. His song "Love Dad" isn't just a tribute—it's a blueprint for resilience and connection that can help anyone grappling with loss or mental health struggles.

We break down the behind-the-scenes of recording in a converted courthouse in North Carolina, the fusion of neo-traditional and Appalachian sounds on his upcoming album "Black Powder and Red Wine," and his vision for staying indie in an industry dominated by big corporations. Isaac shares the stories behind his tracks—like the tribal zydeco-inspired "Devil's Door" and the emotional honesty of "White Lies," inspired by personal battles with depression and heartbreak.

This episode is perfect for anyone craving authenticity, seeking encouragement through life's hardships, or inspired to stay true to their roots. Whether you're a country fan, a musician, or someone searching for meaning in their story, Isaac's journey offers a powerful reminder: your struggles and your traditions are what make you uniquely strong.

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Got to pull Jackson James off the road to take some questions in between shows. A man who made his way so far clawing tooth and nail, yet understands and seeks the slow time back home. A young talent with old wisdom, it was a blessing to sit down with this banjo-picking rodeo clown!

What we’re Honky Talkin’ about this week:

-Utility of overalls
-Redgrass subgenre
-Breaking down in a Taco Bell drive-thru

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From Aledo to Texas Tech, Gatlin Johnson is loyal to the road dawg scene and seeks to chase every idea that is worth presenting to his crowd. Gaining his eyes and ears for country music around a campfire with family as a kid, he is now invested in spots like The Blue Light while finishing his senior year. This episode started with sunlight and ended in pitch black darkness, guess you could really say we talked lights out!

What we’re Honky Talkin’ about:
-Songwriting with JoJo DiSalvo
-Local Lubbock legends
-Where faith becomes a muse

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Interview of a cowboy in the Fort Worth community on what a day of celebration/mourning, that Juneteenth is, means to him. Covering history and current culture, all in hopes to welcome in folks that don’t see honky tonks as hospitable.

For more information: honkytonktraditions.com

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A story like Cory’s is rare, not because of his hardships but because of his resilience. And that’s what I prefer talking about when it comes to my good buddy. He’s a gentle, witty, gritty, honky tonk man! Consider this short episode a nod to one of the real ones still doing it.

What we’re Honky Talkin’ about:
-Fort Worth raising in church
-Early influences outside of country
-Respecting musical differences

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Madison McCoy is in the works of her debut release, but she's not new to the scene. With a background in classical piano, she's seeking to connect both worlds and promote country dancing through all of it!