Joe Bonsall of The Oak Ridge Boys joined Coffee, Country & Cody on December 15th to discuss The Oak Ridge Boys' ongoing Christmas In Tennessee Dinner Show at Gaylord Opryland (right down the hall from WSM!) and the 40th anniversary of their holiday hit, "Thank God For Kids".

Make the Grand Ole Opry part of YOUR Nashville experience! We'll be returning to the Opry's most famous former home - Ryman Auditorium - for six amazing shows in January 2023. Seating is limited, so get your tickets now at Opry.com before they're gone!

Thanks for listening to the Coffee, Country & Cody podcast from WSM Radio! Download the official WSM Radio App (for Apple or Android devices) to hear WSM in digital clarity, plus two additional streaming stations -- Opry Nashville and Route 650 -- as well as thousands of hours of archived programming.

Ron Block, 14-time Grammy Award winner & longtime member of Alison Krauss & Union Station, joined Coffee, Country & Cody on December 14, 2022 to discuss his new book, Abiding Dependence: Living Moment By Moment In The Love Of God.

Make the Grand Ole Opry part of YOUR Nashville experience! We'll be returning to the Opry's most famous former home - Ryman Auditorium - for six amazing shows in January 2023. Seating is limited, so get your tickets now at Opry.com before they're gone!

Thanks for listening to the Coffee, Country & Cody podcast from WSM Radio! Download the official WSM Radio App (for Apple or Android devices) to hear WSM in digital clarity, plus two additional streaming stations -- Opry Nashville and Route 650 -- as well as thousands of hours of archived programming.

On this Coffee, Country & Cody podcast, the gang talks about their favorite (and not-so-favorite) Christmas food traditions, and they discuss the amazing night at the Grand Ole Opry on December 10th that saw Ashley McBryde inducted as the newest member of the family.

Make the Grand Ole Opry part of YOUR Nashville experience! We'll be returning to the Opry's most famous former home - Ryman Auditorium - for six amazing shows in January 2023. Seating is limited, so get your tickets now at Opry.com before they're gone!

Thanks for listening to the Coffee, Country & Cody podcast from WSM Radio! Download the official WSM Radio App (for Apple or Android devices) to hear WSM in digital clarity, plus two additional streaming stations -- Opry Nashville and Route 650 -- as well as thousands of hours of archived programming.

Singer/songwriter/producer John Carter Cash joined Coffee, Country & Cody on November 30, 2022 to discuss the new documentary about his father: "Johnny Cash: The Redemption of an American Icon".

Make the Grand Ole Opry part of YOUR Nashville experience! With at least three shows every week, there are plenty of opportunities to see The Show That Made Country Music Famous -- plus, take the Opry Backstage Tour while you're there, and you'll get to stand in the world-famous circle where so many country greats have performed.

Thanks for listening to the Coffee, Country & Cody podcast from WSM Radio! Download the official WSM Radio App (for Apple or Android devices) to hear WSM in digital clarity, plus two additional streaming stations -- Opry Nashville and Route 650 -- as well as thousands of hours of archived programming.

T. G. Sheppard joined Coffee, Country & Cody on November 21, 2022 to discuss his new Christmas single with Kelly Lang & The Oak Ridge Boys: "White Christmas." He also discusses his thoughts on Austin Butler's performance as Elvis Presley in the recent film about the King's life, and lots more.

Make the Grand Ole Opry part of YOUR Nashville experience! With at least three shows every week, there are plenty of opportunities to see The Show That Made Country Music Famous -- plus, take the Opry Backstage Tour while you're there, and you'll get to stand in the world-famous circle where so many country greats have performed.

Thanks for listening to the Coffee, Country & Cody podcast from WSM Radio! Download the official WSM Radio App (for Apple or Android devices) to hear WSM in digital clarity, plus two additional streaming stations -- Opry Nashville and Route 650 -- as well as thousands of hours of archived programming.

T. Graham Brown visited Coffee, Country & Cody on November 23, 2022. He talked about holiday memories growing up in Arabi, Georgia, as well as his upcoming performance on the Midnite Jamboree (which can be heard on WSM at 12:00am CT on Sunday, December 4th). He also discussed the Christmas, Cops & Country benefit. Don't miss T. Graham when he returns to the Opry on Friday, December 23.

Make the Grand Ole Opry part of YOUR Nashville experience! With at least three shows every week, there are plenty of opportunities to see The Show That Made Country Music Famous -- plus, take the Opry Backstage Tour while you're there, and you'll get to stand in the world-famous circle where so many country greats have performed.

Thanks for listening to the Coffee, Country & Cody podcast from WSM Radio! Download the official WSM Radio App (for Apple or Android devices) to hear WSM in digital clarity, plus two additional streaming stations -- Opry Nashville and Route 650 -- as well as thousands of hours of archived programming.

As the holiday season gets into full swing, the Grand Ole Opry and Circle are proud to partner with Toys For Tots as the program reaches a milestone: 75 years. On this episode of the Coffee, Country & Cody podcast, we welcome in James B. Laster, Lieutenant General, USMC (Ret.). He serves as the President and CEO of the Marine Toys For Tots Foundation. 

Make the Grand Ole Opry part of YOUR Nashville experience! With at least three shows every week, there are plenty of opportunities to see The Show That Made Country Music Famous -- plus, take the Opry Backstage Tour while you're there, and you'll get to stand in the world-famous circle where so many country greats have performed.

Thanks for listening to the Coffee, Country & Cody podcast from WSM Radio! Download the official WSM Radio App (for Apple or Android devices) to hear WSM in digital clarity, plus two additional streaming stations -- Opry Nashville and Route 650 -- as well as thousands of hours of archived programming.

Singer, songwriter, and actor Red Steagall joined Coffee, Country & Cody on November 15, 2022 to discuss - among other things - his upcoming appearance on the Grand Ole Opry. And stick around after the interview for a bonus feature from that Opry show.

Make the Grand Ole Opry part of YOUR Nashville experience! With at least three shows every week, there are plenty of opportunities to see The Show That Made Country Music Famous -- plus, take the Opry Backstage Tour while you're there, and you'll get to stand in the world-famous circle where so many country greats have performed.

Thanks for listening to the Coffee, Country & Cody podcast from WSM Radio! Download the official WSM Radio App (for Apple or Android devices) to hear WSM in digital clarity, plus two additional streaming stations -- Opry Nashville and Route 650 -- as well as thousands of hours of archived programming.

John Ford Coley, 1970s pop music superstar as half of the duo England Dan & John Ford Coley, stopped by the WSM studio on November 10, 2022 - a couple of days prior to his debut on the Grand Ole Opry.

Make the Grand Ole Opry part of YOUR Nashville experience! With at least three shows every week, there are plenty of opportunities to see The Show That Made Country Music Famous -- plus, take the Opry Backstage Tour while you're there, and you'll get to stand in the world-famous circle where so many country greats have performed.

Thanks for listening to the Coffee, Country & Cody podcast from WSM Radio! Download the official WSM Radio App (for Apple or Android devices) to hear WSM in digital clarity, plus two additional streaming stations -- Opry Nashville and Route 650 -- as well as thousands of hours of archived programming.

Grand Ole Opry star Pam Tillis joined Coffee, Country & Cody on November 8, 2022 to discuss her new Christmas music release, and her upcoming shows in Franklin, Tennessee and Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Make the Grand Ole Opry part of YOUR Nashville experience! With at least three shows every week, there are plenty of opportunities to see The Show That Made Country Music Famous -- plus, take the Opry Backstage Tour while you're there, and you'll get to stand in the world-famous circle where so many country greats have performed.

Thanks for listening to the Coffee, Country & Cody podcast from WSM Radio! Download the official WSM Radio App (for Apple or Android devices) to hear WSM in digital clarity, plus two additional streaming stations -- Opry Nashville and Route 650 -- as well as thousands of hours of archived programming.

Grand Ole Opry member Steve Wariner dropped by Coffee, Country & Cody on November 3rd, 2022 to talk about his recent induction into the Nashville Songwriters Hall Of Fame. Watch Steve perform at the first Opry Country Christmas show of the 2022 season on November 27th.

Make the Grand Ole Opry part of YOUR Nashville experience! With at least three shows every week, there are plenty of opportunities to see The Show That Made Country Music Famous -- plus, take the Opry Backstage Tour while you're there, and you'll get to stand in the world-famous circle where so many country greats have performed.

Thanks for listening to the Coffee, Country & Cody podcast from WSM Radio! Download the official WSM Radio App (for Apple or Android devices) to hear WSM in digital clarity, plus two additional streaming stations -- Opry Nashville and Route 650 -- as well as thousands of hours of archived programming.

Lacy J. Dalton made a rare visit to Nashville to appear on the Grand Ole Opry on October 21, 2022, and we were delighted to have her on Coffee, Country & Cody earlier in the day to discuss her career, and the lifetime achievement honor she received from the Josie Music Awards.

Make the Grand Ole Opry part of YOUR Nashville experience! With at least three shows every week, there are plenty of opportunities to see The Show That Made Country Music Famous -- plus, take the Opry Backstage Tour while you're there, and you'll get to stand in the world-famous circle where so many country greats have performed.

Thanks for listening to the Coffee, Country & Cody podcast from WSM Radio! Download the official WSM Radio App (for Apple or Android devices) to hear WSM in digital clarity, plus two additional streaming stations -- Opry Nashville and Route 650 -- as well as thousands of hours of archived programming.

Rising country star Hailey Whitters dropped by Coffee, Country & Cody on October 11, 2022 to discuss her recent wedding, as well as her latest single, "Everything She Ain't"

Make the Grand Ole Opry part of YOUR Nashville experience! With at least three shows every week, there are plenty of opportunities to see The Show That Made Country Music Famous -- plus, take the Opry Backstage Tour while you're there, and you'll get to stand in the world-famous circle where so many country greats have performed.

Thanks for listening to the Coffee, Country & Cody podcast from WSM Radio! Download the official WSM Radio App (for Apple or Android devices) to hear WSM in digital clarity, plus two additional streaming stations -- Opry Nashville and Route 650 -- as well as thousands of hours of archived programming.

Coffee, Country & Cody was delighted to welcome Colton Dixon to the show on October 19, 2022 before he made his Grand Ole Opry debut.

Make the Grand Ole Opry part of YOUR Nashville experience! With at least three shows every week, there are plenty of opportunities to see The Show That Made Country Music Famous -- plus, take the Opry Backstage Tour while you're there, and you'll get to stand in the world-famous circle where so many country greats have performed.

Thanks for listening to the Coffee, Country & Cody podcast from WSM Radio! Download the official WSM Radio App (for Apple or Android devices) to hear WSM in digital clarity, plus two additional streaming stations -- Opry Nashville and Route 650 -- as well as thousands of hours of archived programming.

Grand Ole Opry star Craig Morgan recently visited Coffee, Country & Cody to discuss his new autobiography: God, Family, Country: A Memoir.

Make the Grand Ole Opry part of YOUR Nashville experience! With at least three shows every week, there are plenty of opportunities to see The Show That Made Country Music Famous -- plus, take the Opry Backstage Tour while you're there, and you'll get to stand in the world-famous circle where so many country greats have performed.

Thanks for listening to the Coffee, Country & Cody podcast from WSM Radio! Download the official WSM Radio App (for Apple or Android devices) to hear WSM in digital clarity, plus two additional streaming stations -- Opry Nashville and Route 650 -- as well as thousands of hours of archived programming.

Grand Ole Opry star Patty Loveless joined Coffee, Country & Cody on October 7th to discuss the impact Loretta Lynn had on her life & career.

Make the Grand Ole Opry part of YOUR Nashville experience! With at least three shows every week, there are plenty of opportunities to see The Show That Made Country Music Famous -- plus, take the Opry Backstage Tour while you're there, and you'll get to stand in the world-famous circle where so many country greats have performed.

Thanks for listening to the Coffee, Country & Cody podcast from WSM Radio! Download the official WSM Radio App (for Apple or Android devices) to hear WSM in digital clarity, plus two additional streaming stations -- Opry Nashville and Route 650 -- as well as thousands of hours of archived programming.

Comedian Byron Kennedy stopped by Coffee, Country & Cody on October 11, 2022 - the same day he'd make his Grand Ole Opry debut. Byron chatted with Bill, Charlie, and guest co-host Stephanie Quayle about his unlikely career path, which took him from broadcasting & recording industry executive to full-time stand-up comedy.

Make the Grand Ole Opry part of YOUR Nashville experience! With at least three shows every week, there are plenty of opportunities to see The Show That Made Country Music Famous -- plus, take the Opry Backstage Tour while you're there, and you'll get to stand in the world-famous circle where so many country greats have performed.

Thanks for listening to the Coffee, Country & Cody podcast from WSM Radio! Download the official WSM Radio App (for Apple or Android devices) to hear WSM in digital clarity, plus two additional streaming stations -- Opry Nashville and Route 650 -- as well as thousands of hours of archived programming.

Country music icon Loretta Lynn died at age 90 on October 4, 2022. She was the first woman to win Entertainer of the Year awards from both the CMA & ACM, won three Grammy Awards, and was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Barack Obama in 2013. She had been a member of the Grand Ole Opry since 1962. She recorded 54 studio albums over her 60+ year career.

The day after her passing, several stars of country music joined Coffee, Country & Cody to tell stories of how Loretta's extraordinary life and career impacted each of them.

You'll hear memories in this episode from Riders In The Sky's Too Slim, Rhonda Vincent, Craig Morgan, Kathy Mattea, Charlie McCoy, Caylee Hammack, David Bellamy, Rudy Gatlin, Garth Brooks & Trisha Yearwood, John Berry, Ricky Skaggs, and Lainey Wilson.

Loretta Lynn was a friend and a mentor to all of us here at WSM and the Grand Ole Opry, along with the millions of fans around the world who enjoyed her music and saw her as an inspiration. She will be greatly missed.

Musician/Actor Charles Esten stopped by Coffee, Country & Cody on September 20, 2022 to discuss playing the Grand Ole Opry, as well as his passion for & involvement with the "Light The Night" event to benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, coming up on October 28.

Make the Grand Ole Opry part of YOUR Nashville experience! With at least three shows every week, there are plenty of opportunities to see The Show That Made Country Music Famous -- plus, take the Opry Backstage Tour while you're there, and you'll get to stand in the world-famous circle where so many country greats have performed.

Thanks for listening to the Coffee, Country & Cody podcast from WSM Radio! Download the official WSM Radio App (for Apple or Android devices) to hear WSM in digital clarity, plus two additional streaming stations -- Opry Nashville and Route 650 -- as well as thousands of hours of archived programming.

Spencer Crandall stopped by Coffee, Country & Cody on September 19, 2022 to discuss his recent Grand Ole Opry debut, and to talk about the artists and music that have influenced his career to this point.

Make the Grand Ole Opry part of YOUR Nashville experience! With at least three shows every week, there are plenty of opportunities to see The Show That Made Country Music Famous -- plus, take the Opry Backstage Tour while you're there, and you'll get to stand in the world-famous circle where so many country greats have performed.

Thanks for listening to the Coffee, Country & Cody podcast from WSM Radio! Download the official WSM Radio App (for Apple or Android devices) to hear WSM in digital clarity, plus two additional streaming stations -- Opry Nashville and Route 650 -- as well as thousands of hours of archived programming.

Singer/songwriter Tommy Prine, and his mother Fiona Prine, joined Coffee, Country & Cody on September 12, 2022. Tommy discussed his debut single, "Ships in the Harbor", and Fiona talked about "You Got Gold" - a week-long celebration of the life & songs of John Prine coming to Nashville this October.

Make the Grand Ole Opry part of YOUR Nashville experience! With at least three shows every week, there are plenty of opportunities to see The Show That Made Country Music Famous -- plus, take the Opry Backstage Tour while you're there, and you'll get to stand in the world-famous circle where so many country greats have performed.

Thanks for listening to the Coffee, Country & Cody podcast from WSM Radio! Download the official WSM Radio App (for Apple or Android devices) to hear WSM in digital clarity, plus two additional streaming stations -- Opry Nashville and Route 650 -- as well as thousands of hours of archived programming.

Coffee, Country & Cody welcomed singer/songwriter and multi-time Dove Awards winner Matthew West to the WSM studio to discuss his new book, The God Who Stays.

Make the Grand Ole Opry part of YOUR Nashville experience! With at least three shows every week, there are plenty of opportunities to see The Show That Made Country Music Famous -- plus, take the Opry Backstage Tour while you're there, and you'll get to stand in the world-famous circle where so many country greats have performed.

Thanks for listening to the Coffee, Country & Cody podcast from WSM Radio! Download the official WSM Radio App (for Apple or Android devices) to hear WSM in digital clarity, plus two additional streaming stations -- Opry Nashville and Route 650 -- as well as thousands of hours of archived programming.

Abby Anderson dropped by the WSM Radio studio on September 2, 2022 to chat with Bill, Kelly & Charlie in advance of her second appearance on the Grand Ole Opry, which would happen the next evening.

Make the Grand Ole Opry part of YOUR Nashville experience! With at least three shows every week, there are plenty of opportunities to see The Show That Made Country Music Famous -- plus, take the Opry Backstage Tour while you're there, and you'll get to stand in the world-famous circle where so many country greats have performed.

Thanks for listening to the Coffee, Country & Cody podcast from WSM Radio! Download the official WSM Radio App (for Apple or Android devices) to hear WSM in digital clarity, plus two additional streaming stations -- Opry Nashville and Route 650 -- as well as thousands of hours of archived programming.

Legendary songwriter Don Schlitz has penned famous tunes such as "The Gambler", "When You Say Nothing At All", and "I Feel Lucky"...among many other chart-toppers for a variety of artists. He's a member of the Songwriters Hall of Fame, the Country Music Hall of Fame...and, on August 30, 2022, he became the newest member of the Grand Ole Opry.

That morning, Don joined Bill, Kelly and Charlie on Coffee, Country & Cody to discuss the honor.

Don Schlitz returns to the Grand Ole Opry for his first performance as a member on Saturday, September 3, 2022. Get your tickets now and experience the Opry live and in person!

Ingrid Andress joined Coffee, Country & Cody on August 23, 2022 via Zoom to discuss her appearance on the ACM Party For A Cause show, as well as her new single "Wishful Drinking" featuring Sam Hunt.

Download the FREE WSM Radio App for iPhone or Android to hear Coffee, Country & Cody live every weekday morning, in addition to more archived conversations with legendary country artists through the years...and, of course, the Grand Ole Opry every Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday night!

Scotty McCreery joined Coffee, Country & Cody on August 16 via Zoom to discuss his upcoming show at the ACM Party for a Cause in Nashville, some Opry memories, and his latest No. 1 single, "Damn Strait".

Scotty McCreery returns to the Grand Ole Opry for a special Opry Country Christmas show on December 4, 2022. Get your tickets now and plan a trip to Music City during the holiday season!

Madeline Edwards joined Coffee, Country & Cody on August 12, 2022 to discuss her Opry debut, as well as her new self-titled EP, which incorporates her jazz, soul, gospel, and country influences.

Blanco Brown joined Coffee, Country & Cody! Blanco chatted with Bill, Kelly, and Charlie about his career, his music, and new projects.  

On August 5, 2022, Bill Cody & Kelly Sutton of Coffee, Country & Cody broadcast the show live from Big Machine Distillery to celebrate the Music City Grand Prix, which took place the following Sunday, August 7.

Ricky Skaggs joined Coffee, Country & Cody on July 26, 2022! Ricky joined us via Zoom to preview his upcoming Bluegrass Nights at the Ryman show! 

Breland joins Coffee, Country & Cody on July 26, 2022! Breland stopped by to chat about new music and being July's Opry NextStage Artist! 

For more info, check out Opry.com! 

Tom Douglas joins Coffee, Country & Cody on July 12, 2022! Tom stopped by to chat about his upcoming concerts series "Love, Tom" at the Grand Ole Opry's Circle Room! 

More info at Opry.com!

Will Hoge joins Coffee, Country & Cody on July 12, 2022! Will stopped by to chat about his new upcoming album, and more! 

Marty Stuart joins Coffee, Country & Cody on June 6, 2022! Marty stopped by to chat about the 2022 Late Night Jam and more! 

World War 2 Navy Veteran James Wren join Bill Cody on June 25, 2022 in Bill's hometown of Cross Plains, TN! What an honor it was to speak to him! 

Kyle Petty joins Coffee, Country & Cody on June 24, 2022! 

Ketch Secor joins Coffee, Country & Cody on Jun 26, 2022! 

Richie Furay, Val Garay and John Berry join Coffee, Country & Cody on June 15, 2022! They stopped by to chat about all things music, stories, Opry Debuts and MORE! 

Big Kenny and Charlie Pennachio join Coffee, Country & Cody on June 13, 2022! They stopped by to chat about the Season 2 of Big Kenny's Crank It Up Garage on Circle TV!

Get more info at CircleAllAccess.com! 

Get more info at Ryman.com! 

Randy Hart joins Coffee, Country & Cody on May 20, 2022! Randy stopped by to chat about his featured Musicians Spotlight at the Country Music Hall of Fame! 

Get more info at Opry.com/NextStage! 

Chris Janson joins Coffee, Country & Cody on May 5, 2022! Chris zoomed in to chat about his new album, playing the Opry and much more! 

Eddie Bayers joins Coffee, Country & Cody on April 27, 2022! Eddie stopped by to talk about his upcoming induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame!!

Congrats, Eddie!! 

Clay Walker joins Coffee, Country & Cody on April 26, 2022. Clay zooms in to chat about his upcoming Grand Ole Opry appearance, and his new album!!

Porter Howell joins Coffee, Country & Cody on April 19, 2022! Porter stopped by to share some stories, and chat about his new music video! 

Jewel joins Coffee, Country & Cody on April 13, 2022. Jewel zoomed in to share some stories, and chat about her new album! 

Ray Stevens joins Coffee, Country & Cody on March 31, 2022! Ray Zoomed in to chat about the new season at his showroom, CabaRay, and much more! 

Pat Boone joins Coffee, Country & Cody on April 1, 2022! Pat joined us to chat about his upcoming autograph signing and so much more! 

Drake White joins Coffee, Country & Cody on March 29, 2022! Drake stopped by to chat about new music, and his upcoming appearance on the Grand Ole Opry! 

For King & Country join Coffee, Country & Cody on March 21, 2022! Luke and Joel stopped by to chat about their new music and much more! 

Join us for a special BONUS episode of the Coffee, Country & Cody podcast as we discuss the hot topic of....does Chili have beans?!

Jenee Fleenor joins Coffee, Country & Cody on March 1, 2022! Jenee stopped by to chat about her incredible career, and her inclusion in the American Currents exhibit at the Country Music Hall of Fame! 

Join us for a special BONUS episode of the Coffee, Country & Cody podcast as we discuss the BIG news of Nashville getting a Whataburger! 

Priscilla Block joins Coffee, Country & cody on February 21, 2022! Priscilla stopped by to chat about her new album and much more! 

Darryl Worley & Jason Johnson join Coffee, Country & Cody on January 25, 2022! 

Darryl & Jason zoomed in with us to chat about Project K9 Hero and their upcoming benefit concert! 

Jason Coleman joins Coffee, Country & Cody on February 2, 2022! Jason joined us to chat about his new show airing on WSM Radio, and much more! 

Deana Carter joins Coffee, Country & Cody on January 21, 2022! Deana stopped by to chat about her upcoming appearance on the Grand Ole Opry and much more! 

Coffee, Country & Cody reflect on the life and memories of a radio pioneer, Country Music Hall of Fame member, and our friend; Ralph Emery. 

Bill Gaither joins Coffee, Country & Cody on January 11, 2022 recorded via Zoom! Bill called in to chat about his new gospel album and much more! 

Ben Lipitz joins Charlie Mattos on January 12, 2022 recorded via phone! Ben plays Pumbaa in the touring production of Disney's The Lion King, which is currently at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center! 

Get more tickets at tpac.org! 

Mark Miller of Sawyer Brown joins Coffee, Country & Cody on January 7, 2022! Mark called in to preview their upcoming Grand Ole Opry performance, and much more!

Linda Davis joins Coffee, Country & Cody on December 30, 2021! Linda stopped by to share some stories and chat about her upcoming appearance on the Grand Ole Opry! 

Elizabeth Cook joins Coffee, Country & Cody on December 27, 2021! Elizabeth stopped by to chat about her upcoming appearance on the Grand Ole Opry, and much more!