Episodes

  • Colby Acuff at Valley Music Fest ~ Career goals, songwriting and more
    Dec 24 2025

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    During the Valley Music Fest, we had the chance to sit down with Colby Acuff for a thoughtful and grounded conversation rooted in songwriting, place, and purpose. Raised in Idaho, Colby shared how the landscapes and small-town experiences of the West continue to shape his honest, story-driven approach to Americana and country music. We talked about his journey from regional stages to national recognition, the importance of staying authentic in his writing, and how his songs reflect real life, hard work, and the communities that raised him. It was a meaningful discussion that perfectly matched the spirit of the Valley Music Fest and highlighted why Colby Acuff’s voice resonates so deeply with fans across the Americana and roots music world.

    MORE ABOUT COLBY:
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    For more information about Musical Miles Podcast:
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    We travel coast to coast, chasing the heartbeat of live music - from dusty dive bars and historic honky tonks to major music festivals and intimate songwriter circles. Along the way we sit down with the artist, songwriters and storytellers who bring music to life, capturing thier voices, journeys and behind-the-scenes truths in unscripted, real-deal conversations on the Musical Miles Podcast.

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    SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION:
    Contact Byron Duffin
    musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com
    208-690-1426

    SUPPORT THIS PODCAST: https://patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast

    Musical Miles Podcast welcomes all interested in being a guest on our show.
    Artists, Songwriters, Festivals, Concerts, Venues, Fans - Contact us to request an interview to promote your Band, new single, album, song, historical or new venue or to share your story with us and our fans. We only conduct in person interviews, so check with us to see where we are headed to next.

    SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS: Click the links for more info
    Our Guitar Sponsor Klos Guitars ~ www.klosguitar.com

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    FOR PODCAST EPISODE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES:
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    23 mins
  • Owen MacDonald ~ From the "Last Frontier"
    Dec 23 2025

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    Owen MacDonald grew up in Cantwell, Alaska, a small settlement outside of Denali National Park with a population of 200. He spent his childhood playing ice hockey, adventuring outdoors, and learning what life looks like in a remote village. Owen first discovered his passion for music while singing in his tiny K-12 school’s choir class. At age 13, Owen started writing his own songs, using music as an outlet to cope with his parents divorce and feelings of isolation.

    He moved to Minnesota to pursue hockey and completed high school with dreams of playing in the NHL. Eventually, he began to question if hockey was his true calling as his love for music re-emerged, stronger than before. He converted an old chicken coop in the back yard of his father’s property into a small studio and taught himself how to play guitar and record demos.

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    For more information about Musical Miles Podcast:
    If you enjoy this podcast, consider donating at www.patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast

    We travel coast to coast, chasing the heartbeat of live music - from dusty dive bars and historic honky tonks to major music festivals and intimate songwriter circles. Along the way we sit down with the artist, songwriters and storytellers who bring music to life, capturing thier voices, journeys and behind-the-scenes truths in unscripted, real-deal conversations on the Musical Miles Podcast.

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    https://open.spotify.com/show/0gr2jha2ErX9xwUr7d0CPw
    https://m.facebook.com/people/Musical-Miles-Podcast/61563297476931/
    https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1333-musical-miles-podcast-199006773/
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    https://www.tiktok.com/@musical.miles.pod

    SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION:
    Contact Byron Duffin
    musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com
    208-690-1426

    SUPPORT THIS PODCAST: https://patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast

    Musical Miles Podcast welcomes all interested in being a guest on our show.
    Artists, Songwriters, Festivals, Concerts, Venues, Fans - Contact us to request an interview to promote your Band, new single, album, song, historical or new venue or to share your story with us and our fans. We only conduct in person interviews, so check with us to see where we are headed to next.

    SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS: Click the links for more info
    Our Guitar Sponsor Klos Guitars ~ www.klosguitar.com

    ROPER ~ Wear The West For Discounts on Boots, Shoes and Western Apparel ClICK THE LINK: https://eroper.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN

    FOR PODCAST EPISODE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES:
    Contact Byron Duffin 208-690-1426
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    28 mins
  • Luke Hoffstaetter ~ Lost River Singing Cowboy
    Dec 19 2025

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    I had the opportunity to interview Luke Hoffstaetter during the Valley Music Fest, marking a major milestone as he performed at his first big festival. The conversation captured his excitement, gratitude, and passion for sharing his music on a larger stage, offering a behind-the-scenes look at an artist stepping into an important new chapter of his career.

    More about Luke:
    Luke Hoffstaetter – Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukehoffstaetter/
    Luke Hoffstaetter – TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lukehoffstaetter
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    Sun Valley Music Festival – Official Website: https://svmusicfestival.org/
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    For more information about Musical Miles Podcast:
    If you enjoy this podcast, consider donating at www.patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast

    We travel coast to coast, chasing the heartbeat of live music - from dusty dive bars and historic honky tonks to major music festivals and intimate songwriter circles. Along the way we sit down with the artist, songwriters and storytellers who bring music to life, capturing thier voices, journeys and behind-the-scenes truths in unscripted, real-deal conversations on the Musical Miles Podcast.

    https://musicalmilespodcast.com
    https://open.spotify.com/show/0gr2jha2ErX9xwUr7d0CPw
    https://m.facebook.com/people/Musical-Miles-Podcast/61563297476931/
    https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1333-musical-miles-podcast-199006773/
    https://podcasts.apple.com/jp/podcast/musical-miles-podcast/id1769421803?l=en-US
    https://www.instagram.com/musical_miles_podcast/?hl=en
    https://www.tiktok.com/@musical.miles.pod

    SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION:
    Contact Byron Duffin
    musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com
    208-690-1426

    SUPPORT THIS PODCAST: https://patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast

    Musical Miles Podcast welcomes all interested in being a guest on our show.
    Artists, Songwriters, Festivals, Concerts, Venues, Fans - Contact us to request an interview to promote your Band, new single, album, song, historical or new venue or to share your story with us and our fans. We only conduct in person interviews, so check with us to see where we are headed to next.

    SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS: Click the links for more info
    Our Guitar Sponsor Klos Guitars ~ www.klosguitar.com

    FOR PODCAST EPISODE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES:
    Contact Byron Duffin 208-690-1426
    musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com

    Support the show

    TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST DONATE HERE: https://patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast


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    19 mins
  • CODY GLENN COX ~ Opening for Randy Travis Tour is a dream come true!
    Dec 15 2025

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    We sat down with rising country artist Cody Glenn Cox to talk about his journey through today’s country music landscape and what it means to currently be opening on the road for country music legend Randy Travis. Cody shared stories from the stage, the lessons learned performing for devoted fans night after night, and how honoring traditional country roots while carving out his own sound has shaped his songwriting and performances. It’s an honest and inspiring conversation with an artist on the rise, experiencing firsthand what it takes to earn a place alongside one of country music’s most iconic voices.

    More about Cody:
    🌐 Official Website
    Official Website: https://codyglenncox.com/home — Cody Glenn Cox official site with music, merch, and EPK
    Cody Glenn Cox
    📲 Social Media
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codyglenn54 — Latest updates, photos, and live gig posts
    Instagram
    Linktree (all links in one place): https://linktr.ee/codyglenncoxmusic — One-stop hub for Cody’s music, socials, and more
    Linktree
    🎥 Video & Music Platforms
    YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo6zHx0D0UCp733r_JOPKHA — Music videos, live clips, and more
    YouTube
    Spotify Artist Page: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2EQ17QIchdsdOu9tLv4n57 — Stream Cody’s music on Spotify

    For more information about Musical Miles Podcast:
    If you enjoy this podcast, consider donating at www.patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast

    We travel coast to coast, chasing the heartbeat of live music - from dusty dive bars and historic honky tonks to major music festivals and intimate songwriter circles. Along the way we sit down with the artist, songwriters and storytellers who bring music to life, capturing thier voices, journeys and behind-the-scenes truths in unscripted, real-deal conversations on the Musical Miles Podcast.

    https://musicalmilespodcast.com
    https://open.spotify.com/show/0gr2jha2ErX9xwUr7d0CPw
    https://m.facebook.com/people/Musical-Miles-Podcast/61563297476931/
    https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1333-musical-miles-podcast-199006773/
    https://podcasts.apple.com/jp/podcast/musical-miles-podcast/id1769421803?l=en-US
    https://www.instagram.com/musical_miles_podcast/?hl=en
    https://www.tiktok.com/@musical.miles.pod

    SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION:
    Contact Byron Duffin
    musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com
    208-690-1426

    SUPPORT THIS PODCAST: https://patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast

    Musical Miles Podcast welcomes all interested in being a guest on our show.
    Artists, Songwriters, Festivals, Concerts, Venues, Fans - Contact us to request an interview to promote your Band, new single, album, song, historical or new venue or to share your story with us and our fans. We only conduct in person interviews, so check with us to see where we are headed to next.

    SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS: Click the links for more info
    Our Guitar Sponsor Klos Guitars ~ www.klosguitar.com

    FOR PODCAST EPISODE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES:
    Contact Byron Duffin 208-690-1426
    musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com

    Support the show

    TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST DONATE HERE: https://patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast


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    27 mins
  • “The Herricks: Super Fans with a Song to Tell”
    Nov 28 2025

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    During our interview with Alan and Ellen Herrick—music super fans from Long Island, NY—we got a firsthand look at the kind of passion that keeps live music alive. The Herricks travel far and wide to support the artists they love, and that dedication has sparked a creative fire of their own. Alan, an aspiring songwriter. Their energy, enthusiasm, and genuine love for the music community made this conversation a celebration of fandom, family, and the power of pursuing a dream. You can find the link below for “Seize the Day,” written by Alan Herrick Jr. and recently cut by rising artist Chase Wimberly.

    More about the Herricks:
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    For more information about Musical Miles Podcast:
    If you enjoy this podcast, consider donating at www.patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast

    We travel coast to coast, chasing the heartbeat of live music - from dusty dive bars and historic honky tonks to major music festivals and intimate songwriter circles. Along the way we sit down with the artist, songwriters and storytellers who bring music to life, capturing thier voices, journeys and behind-the-scenes truths in unscripted, real-deal conversations on the Musical Miles Podcast.

    https://musicalmilespodcast.com
    https://open.spotify.com/show/0gr2jha2ErX9xwUr7d0CPw
    https://m.facebook.com/people/Musical-Miles-Podcast/61563297476931/
    https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1333-musical-miles-podcast-199006773/
    https://podcasts.apple.com/jp/podcast/musical-miles-podcast/id1769421803?l=en-US
    https://www.instagram.com/musical_miles_podcast/?hl=en
    https://www.tiktok.com/@musical.miles.pod

    SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION:
    Contact Byron Duffin
    musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com
    208-690-1426

    SUPPORT THIS PODCAST: https://patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast

    Musical Miles Podcast welcomes all interested in being a guest on our show.
    Artists, Songwriters, Festivals, Concerts, Venues, Fans - Contact us to request an interview to promote your Band, new single, album, song, historical or new venue or to share your story with us and our fans. We only conduct in person interviews, so check with us to see where we are headed to next.

    Support the show

    FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT Musical Miles Podcast:

    https://musicalmilespodcast.com

    FOR PODCAST EPISODE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES:
    Contact Byron Duffin 208-690-1426
    musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com

    Support the show

    TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST DONATE HERE: https://patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast


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    20 mins
  • "Inside the Writer's Room with Hit Song Maker ~ Paul Jenkins"
    Nov 27 2025

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    Hit alert! In this episode we sit down with chart-topping songwriter Paul Jenkins — the pen behind SIX #1 country smashes and the breakout sensation “Tennessee Orange,” co-written with rising star Megan Moroney. From Kenny Chesney’s reflective “Don’t Blink,” Jason Aldean & Kelly Clarkson’s powerhouse duet “Don’t You Wanna Stay,” Blake Shelton’s #1 hit “Over,” Thompson Square’s “If I Didn’t Have You,” and Joe Nichols’ sunny anthem “Sunny and 75,” Paul shares the stories, the songwriting sparks, and the moments that changed careers. This is a high-energy, insider look at one of Nashville’s most in-demand songwriters — and you’re going to love it as much as we did.

    More info about Paul:
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    For more information about Musical Miles Podcast:
    If you enjoy this podcast, consider donating at www.patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast

    We travel coast to coast, chasing the heartbeat of live music - from dusty dive bars and historic honky tonks to major music festivals and intimate songwriter circles. Along the way we sit down with the artist, songwriters and storytellers who bring music to life, capturing thier voices, journeys and behind-the-scenes truths in unscripted, real-deal conversations on the Musical Miles Podcast.

    https://musicalmilespodcast.com
    https://open.spotify.com/show/0gr2jha2ErX9xwUr7d0CPw
    https://m.facebook.com/people/Musical-Miles-Podcast/61563297476931/
    https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1333-musical-miles-podcast-199006773/
    https://podcasts.apple.com/jp/podcast/musical-miles-podcast/id1769421803?l=en-US
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    SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION:
    Contact Byron Duffin
    musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com
    208-690-1426

    SUPPORT THIS PODCAST: https://patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast

    Musical Miles Podcast welcomes all interested in being a guest on our show.
    Artists, Songwriters, Festivals, Concerts, Venues, Fans - Contact us to request an interview to promote your Band, new single, album, song, historical or new venue or to share your story with us and our fans. We only conduct in person interviews, so check with us to see where we are headed to next.

    Support the show

    FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT Musical Miles Podcast:

    https://musicalmilespodcast.com

    FOR PODCAST EPISODE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES:
    Contact Byron Duffin 208-690-1426
    musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com

    Support the show

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    47 mins
  • Storme Warren: Stories from Nashville’s Most Trusted Voice
    Nov 24 2025

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    During our interview with legendary broadcaster Storme Warren in Las Vegas at the inaugural Vegas Songwriter Festival, we dove into one of the most meaningful chapters of his career—his remarkable 30-year relationship with the late, great Charlie Daniels. Storme shared heartfelt stories of their friendship, from early backstage conversations to the wisdom, faith, and fire that Charlie carried into every room he entered. He talked about the privilege of witnessing Charlie’s evolution as an artist, a patriot, and a mentor, and how those decades of shared moments continue to shape Storme’s own journey in country music storytelling. It was a powerful, personal conversation, set against the backdrop of a brand-new festival devoted to songs and songwriters, that reminded us why Charlie Daniels’ legacy—and Storme’s dedication to preserving it—still resonates so deeply across the music world.

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    SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION:
    Contact Byron Duffin
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    208-690-1426

    SUPPORT THIS PODCAST: https://patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast

    Musical Miles Podcast welcomes all interested in being a guest on our show.
    Artists, Songwriters, Festivals, Concerts, Venues, Fans - Contact us to request an interview to promote your Band, new single, album, song, historical or new venue or to share your story with us and our fans. We only conduct in person interviews, so check with us to see where we are headed to next.

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    FOR PODCAST EPISODE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES:
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    38 mins
  • “Billy Montana: Songwriting, Stories, and the Road to 5 No. 1's”
    Nov 21 2025

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    During the Vegas Songwriter Festival, we sat down with Nashville hit maker Billy Montana for a heartfelt and inspiring conversation about the craft of songwriting, family, and the stories behind some of country music’s biggest hits. Raised in Upstate New York, Billy shared how those early roots led him to Nashville, where he went on to write iconic songs like Garth Brooks’ “More Than a Memory,” Lee Brice’s “Hard to Love,” and hits recorded by Tim McGraw, Jo Dee Messina, Sara Evans, Blake Shelton, and many more. We also talked about his family life and what it means to be the father of three children—including his son Randy Montana, a successful songwriter carrying on the family tradition. Billy’s warmth, humility, and decades of songwriting wisdom made this interview a standout of the festival. It was a rich conversation with one of country music’s most respected storytellers.

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    For more information about Musical Miles Podcast:
    If you enjoy this podcast, consider donating at www.patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast

    We travel coast to coast, chasing the heartbeat of live music - from dusty dive bars and historic honky tonks to major music festivals and intimate songwriter circles. Along the way we sit down with the artist, songwriters and storytellers who bring music to life, capturing thier voices, journeys and behind-the-scenes truths in unscripted, real-deal conversations on the Musical Miles Podcast.


    https://musicalmilespodcast.com
    https://open.spotify.com/show/0gr2jha2ErX9xwUr7d0CPw
    https://m.facebook.com/people/Musical-Miles-Podcast/61563297476931/
    https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1333-musical-miles-podcast-199006773/
    https://podcasts.apple.com/jp/podcast/musical-miles-podcast/id1769421803?l=en-US
    https://www.instagram.com/musical_miles_podcast/?hl=en
    https://www.tiktok.com/@musical.miles.pod

    SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION:
    Contact Byron Duffin
    musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com
    208-690-1426

    SUPPORT THIS PODCAST: https://patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast

    Musical Miles Podcast welcomes all interested in being a guest on our show.
    Artists, Songwriters, Festivals, Concerts, Venues, Fans - Contact us to request an interview to promote your Band, new single, album, song, historical or new venue or to share your story with us and our fans. We only conduct in person interviews, so check with us to see where we are headed to next.

    Support the show

    FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT Musical Miles Podcast:

    https://musicalmilespodcast.com

    More Info about TETON GUITARS
    https://tetonguitars.com/affiliate-area/

    FOR PODCAST EPISODE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES:
    Contact Byron Duffin 208-690-1426
    musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com

    Support the show

    TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST DONATE HERE: https://patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast


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    58 mins