Episodes

  • Tacky Country Club ft. Mackenzie Carpenter

    Tacky Country Club ft. Mackenzie Carpenter
    Dec 19 2024

    This week on Diving In Deep, Sara is joined by rising country artist Mackenzie Carpenter! Mackenzie shares what it’s like to not only be in a band with her family, but also with Sara’s son Avery. They dive into all things music and songwriting, football, and Mackenzie’s style. Mackenzie also shares what her path in music has looked like in the past couple of years and how she’s gotten to collaborate with artists like Megan Moroney. Tune into this week's episode to hear more about Mackenzie Carpenter and why she loves cows so much!


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    About Mackenzie Carpenter:

    Hailing from the small town of Hull, GA, Mackenzie Carpenter is the spunky blonde girl-next-door who fell in love with music at first sight. She spent her childhood writing songs alongside her brothers and singing in church, and many years later, this outspoken star is breaking the mold for small-town women by sharing her truth. She kickstarted her career as a songwriter in 2021 and has since opened for talents like Miranda Lambert and Megan Moroney, putting her cheeky yet nuanced musical abilities on full display. After signing her first record deal with The Valory Music Co. in 2022, Mackenzie has been named to Spotify’s Hot Country 2024 Artists To Watch, CMT’s Next Women of Country class of 2023, and Nashville Briefing’s Artists To Watch 2023, and she has been featured on countless other spotlight programs. Armed with the knowledge that everyone has a little bit of “hot mess” in them, no matter how shiny the book cover may seem, Carpenter embraces the crazy and tacky things that make life more interesting.

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    Produced and Edited by: The Cast Collective (Nashville, TN)
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    Directed by: Erin Dugan
    Edited By: Sean Dugan, Corey Williams, & Michaela Dolph
    https://www.thecastcollective.com
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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • You're Too Country For Country ft. Hannah Dasher

    You're Too Country For Country ft. Hannah Dasher
    Dec 12 2024
    In this week's episode of Diving In Deep, Sara is joined by the hilarious and talented Hannah Dasher! Hannah shares what it has been like going from being signed by a major label to being an independent artist. She also discusses her hit Tiktok series "Stand By Your Pan" and how she uses social media to her advantage as an independent musician. Sara and Hannah talk about the future of country music, being a woman in the industry, and the impossible standards set for women in country music. Tune in to hear more about Hannah's journey through country music, her crazy nana, and finding her image. Listen to Unbroke: (https://ffm.to/seunbroke) About Hannah Dasher: Whether she's whipping up content for her online audience or penning her next hit, Hannah Dasher never slows down when it comes to getting where she's always planned to be. Raised in Savannah, GA, Dasher built her career from the ground up while living in a small attic apartment just off of Music Row and performing at writer's nights and local showcases. Her hustle has clearly paid off, as she now performs for audiences across the country and has opened for music legends like Bocephus, The Cadillac Three, and Lynyrd Skynyrd. Her music combines her timeless, nostalgic Country twang with a fresh new sound, and with her bold lyrics and one-of-a-kind personality, Dasher is no character; she lives as she performs. She recently released her new album "The Other Damn Half" available on all platforms, and she's gearing up for her second headlining tour. LET'S BE SOCIAL: Follow Hannah Dasher: Instagram -(@hannahdasher ) TikTok - (@hannahdamndasher) Twitter - (@HannahDasher) Youtube - (@HannahDasherOfficial) Facebook - (@hannahdashermusic) Website - hannahdasher.com Follow Diving in Deep Podcast: Instagram -(@divingindeeppod) TikTok - (@divingindeeppod) Twitter - (@divingindeeppod) Facebook - (@divingindeeppod) Follow Sara Evans: Instagram - (@saraevansmusic) TikTok - (@saraevansmusic) Twitter - (@saraevansmusic) Facebook - (@saraevansmusic) Produced and Edited by: The Cast Collective (Nashville, TN) YouTube - (‪@TheCastCollective‬) Instagram - (@TheCastCollective) Twitter - (@TheCastCollective) Directed by: Erin Dugan Edited By: Sean Dugan, Corey Williams, & Michaela Dolph https://www.thecastcollective.com
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    59 mins
  • I'm A Girl's Girl ft. Landyn Hutchinson

    I'm A Girl's Girl ft. Landyn Hutchinson
    Dec 5 2024
    In this week's episode of Diving In Deep, Sara Evans sits down and chats with the incredible Landyn Hutchinson, a lifestyle expert and entrepreneur known for her platform, Living With Landyn. Their conversation was filled with warmth and connection, as they discovered their shared values and experiences as mothers. Landyn expressed her love for Sara's hit song "Suds in the Bucket", her triumphs and tribulations about motherhood, and the importance of a nurturing home environment. The two of them discussed their shared love of life on a farm and more specifically chickens. Tune into this episode to hear more about Living With Landyn and all things lifestyle! Listen to Unbroke: (https://ffm.to/seunbroke) About Landyn Hutchinson: Landyn Hutchinson is a high-energy working mom of two still searching for the slippery balance between work, motherhood, and being a wife. Married to her eighth-grade sweetheart, Hutchinson enjoys the simple things in life like chocolate frosted Pop Tarts and La Croix by the poolside. After years of being asked about her favorite clothes, decor, recipes, and so on, Hutchinson realized that there might be more people interested in her insights beyond her mom. This inspired her to consign her clothes online, ultimately using her earnings to create a space where she could share the things she truly loves. Hutchinson has cultivated a highly engaged audience of passionate women and is the go-to resource for finding the perfect white tee, covering dark circles with the ultimate under-eye concealer, and preparing dinners that kids will actually eat. Her community is incredibly special to her, and she values their support just as much as they value hers. She aspires to inspire women like her, be it through comic relief or sound advice, believing wholeheartedly that women are better together. LET'S BE SOCIAL: Follow Landyn Hutchinson: Instagram -(‪@livingwithlandyn ) TikTok - (@livingwithlandyn) Facebook - (@lhutch76) Youtube - (@livingwithlandyn) Website - https://www.livingwithlandyn.com/ Follow Diving in Deep Podcast: Instagram -(@divingindeeppod) TikTok - (@divingindeeppod) Twitter - (@divingindeeppod) Facebook - (@divingindeeppod) Follow Sara Evans: Instagram - (@saraevansmusic) TikTok - (@saraevansmusic) Twitter - (@saraevansmusic) Facebook - (@saraevansmusic) Produced and Edited by: The Cast Collective (Nashville, TN) YouTube - (‪@TheCastCollective‬) Instagram - (@TheCastCollective) Twitter - (@TheCastCollective) Directed by: Erin Dugan Edited By: Sean Dugan, Corey Williams, & Michaela Dolph https://www.thecastcollective.com
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    59 mins
  • Mission Possible ft. Tracy Lawrence

    Mission Possible ft. Tracy Lawrence
    Nov 26 2024
    On this week's special Thanksgiving episode, Sara sits down with country music legend Tracy Lawrence! Tracy shares how music came easy to him once he decided to teach himself guitar off the back of a church camp book. He never pictured himself performing for the masses, but is beyond grateful for the life he has built around it. The two of them also discuss Tracy's 19 year strong charity, Mission Possible, which provides meals to the homeless community here in Nashville during the holidays. Tune in to hear more about Tracy's journey in music, his family life, and what their favorite Thanksgiving dishes are! Listen to Unbroke: (https://ffm.to/seunbroke) About Tracy Lawrence: One of several rock-tinged honky tonk singers who rose to fame in the early '90s, Tracy Lawrence has gained a loyal audience for his mix of modern and traditional country sounds. Born in Atlanta, Texas, in 1968, Lawrence was already a fixture of his local honky tonk scene by the time he was a teenager, and after college, he moved to Nashville where he worked on honing his craft while working various day jobs and competing in talent shows. His breakthrough came in 1991 with the release of his first song titled Sticks and Stones, which set the stage for a career that would see him land 40 singles on the Billboard Country charts. Among them are the chart-topping hits "Can't Break It to My Heart," "My Second Home," and "Find Out Who Your Friends Are." LET'S BE SOCIAL: Follow Tracy Lawrence: Instagram -( @therealtracylawrence ) TikTok - (@tracy_lawrence) Facebook - (@therealtracylawrence) Youtube - (@therealtracylawrence) Website - www.tracylawrence.com Follow Diving in Deep Podcast: Instagram -(@divingindeeppod) TikTok - (@divingindeeppod) Twitter - (@divingindeeppod) Facebook - (@divingindeeppod) Follow Sara Evans: Instagram - (@saraevansmusic) TikTok - (@saraevansmusic) Twitter - (@saraevansmusic) Facebook - (@saraevansmusic) Produced and Edited by: The Cast Collective (Nashville, TN) YouTube - ( @TheCastCollective ) Instagram - (@TheCastCollective) Twitter - (@TheCastCollective) Directed by: Erin Dugan Edited By: Sean Dugan, Corey Williams, & Michaela Dolph https://www.thecastcollective.com
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    1 hr and 23 mins
  • Turn Country On Its Head ft. Drew Baldridge

    Turn Country On Its Head ft. Drew Baldridge
    Nov 21 2024
    This week on Diving Deep with Sara Evans, she is joined by rising country star Drew Baldridge. Drew shares his journey with his hit song "She's Somebody's Daughter" and how he had to start his own label to release the song. The two of them also discuss everything related to family, hymns at church, and what country radio is like today. Drew opens up about how exciting and challenging being an independent artist can be. These two sure do dive deep into the country music world and you don't want to miss it! Listen to Unbroke: (https://ffm.to/seunbroke) About Drew Baldridge: Drew Baldridge is a country music star known for his heartfelt songwriting and unique, small-town style. With a voice as rich as the mid-western soil he was raised on in Patoka, Illinois, Baldridge's music is the soundtrack to a rustic country life, be it a rowdy Friday night or a peaceful Sunday morning. His songs and performances transport listeners to their favorite memories all while creating new ones to last them a lifetime. Baldridge founded Lyric Ridge, his own record label, in 2020, where his first release titled "She's Somebody's Daughter" became a viral hit and became his first top-40 hit on the Billboard Country charts. He has shared the stage with several big-name artists like Alabama, Phil Vassar, Montgomery Gentry, and Justin Moore to name a few. His new single Tough People comes out everywhere on 10/25! LET'S BE SOCIAL: Follow Drew Baldridge: Instagram -(@drewbaldridgemusic) TikTok - (@drewbaldridgemusic) Facebook - (@DrewBaldridgeMusic) Youtube - (@DrewBaldridgeMusic) Website - https://www.drewbaldridgemusic.com/ Follow Diving in Deep Podcast: Instagram -(@divingindeeppod) TikTok - (@divingindeeppod) Twitter - (@divingindeeppod) Facebook - (@divingindeeppod) Follow Sara Evans: Instagram - (@saraevansmusic) TikTok - (@saraevansmusic) Twitter - (@saraevansmusic) Facebook - (@saraevansmusic) Produced and Edited by: The Cast Collective (Nashville, TN) YouTube - ( @TheCastCollective ) Instagram - (@TheCastCollective)Twitter - (@TheCastCollective) Directed by: Erin Dugan Edited By: Sean Dugan, Corey Williams, & Michaela Dolph https://www.thecastcollective.com
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Jesus Wants Us To Laugh ft. Britany Smith

    Jesus Wants Us To Laugh ft. Britany Smith
    Nov 14 2024
    This week on Diving In Deep, Sara is joined by Tiktok star and comedian Britany Smith! Britany tells Sara about how she rose to Tiktok fame and how she still doesn't understand how people could consider her famous. The two of them also discuss how interconnected religion and politics can get and the hate they both receive from being in the public eye. You don't want to miss this hilarious episode because who knows, there might be a special guest appearance! Listen to Unbroke: (https://ffm.to/seunbroke) About Britany Smith: Born and raised in southern Georgia, Britany Smith is a female comedian and TikTok star taking the internet by storm. In just a few years, she has transformed from a social media newbie to a powerhouse boasting over a million followers. Her back porch has become a stage for her hilarious skits and stories drawn from her experiences as a married mama of two. Enjoyed by millions around the world, Britany isn't just raking in the views-she's using her newfound TikTok fame to sprinkle kindness throughout her community and make the world a better, happier place. LET'S BE SOCIAL: Follow Britany Smith: Instagram -(@bsmithcomedy) TikTok - (@bsmithcomedy) Facebook - (@bsmithcomedy) Youtube - (@Bsmithcomedy) Follow Diving in Deep Podcast: Instagram -(@divingindeeppod) TikTok - (@divingindeeppod) Twitter - (@divingindeeppod) Facebook - (@divingindeeppod) Follow Sara Evans: Instagram - (@saraevansmusic) TikTok - (@saraevansmusic) Twitter - (@saraevansmusic) Facebook - (@saraevansmusic) Produced and Edited by: The Cast Collective (Nashville, TN) YouTube - ( @TheCastCollective ) Instagram - (@TheCastCollective) Twitter - (@TheCastCollective) Directed by: Erin Dugan Edited By: Sean Dugan, Corey Williams, & Michaela Dolph https://www.thecastcollective.com
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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • Where Do I Go From Here ft. Ben Fuller

    Where Do I Go From Here ft. Ben Fuller
    Nov 7 2024
    This week Sara is joined by Christian artist Ben Fuller! Ben opens up about his difficult past and how he was saved by God. Sara and Ben discuss their common opinions on religion and how God's salvation has revealed itself in their lives. Their shared experiences in their relationship with God brings great discussions and inspirational stories. Ben also talks about his new music, his sobriety journey, and so much more! Listen to Unbroke: (https://ffm.to/seunbroke) About Ben Fuller: Music has taken Ben Fuller's life and made it into something he never would have dreamed. Ben grew up in Southern Vermont on his family dairy farm working along-side his father. He'd pass the time by singing to old classic country tunes as he witnessed first-hand the hard work and dedication it took to run a farm. The songs never stopped and somewhere between the farm and college, he picked up a guitar and never looked back. Due to generations of hurt in his family, Ben struggled with certain aspects of growing up and turned to cocaine and alcohol at a young age. In 2015, Ben got involved in a devastating drug-fueled relationship which led him to understand better, the other side of addiction. In addition, come 2017, he abruptly lost his best friend to a heroin overdose and his entire outlook on life shifted. Motivated to change, he moved to Nashville to pursue a career as a country singer in late 2018. A family Ben was close with invited him to church one Sunday and as he walked the halls into the auditorium filled with 3,000 people, he knew one day he would sing "that kind of music" for the rest of his life. Falling face first into his new-found relationship with Jesus, he began writing with a burning desire to share what God did to turn his life around. Today, Ben lives completely sober, while sharing his story filled with hope, mercy and grace. By turning his testimony into songs, he has been rejuvenated with a new passion and mission; to share his story with the world and all who are ready to listen. LET'S BE SOCIAL: Follow Ben Fuller: Instagram -(@bendfuller) TikTok - (@officialbenfuller) Facebook - (@BenFullerMusic) Youtube - (@benfullerofficial) Website - (@benfullerofficial.com) Follow Diving in Deep Podcast: Instagram -(@divingindeeppod) TikTok - (@divingindeeppod) Twitter - (@divingindeeppod) Facebook - (@divingindeeppod) Follow Sara Evans: Instagram - (@saraevansmusic) TikTok - (@saraevansmusic) Twitter - (@saraevansmusic) Facebook - (@saraevansmusic) Produced and Edited by: The Cast Collective (Nashville, TN) YouTube - ( @TheCastCollective ) Instagram - (@TheCastCollective) Twitter - (@TheCastCollective) Directed by: Erin Dugan Edited By: Sean Dugan, Corey Williams, & Michaela Dolph https://www.thecastcollective.com
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    54 mins
  • We're Dropping You ft. Tiera Kennedy

    We're Dropping You ft. Tiera Kennedy
    Oct 31 2024
    This week on Diving in Deep, Sara Evans is joined by female country and R&B star, Tiera Kennedy! Tiera shares her journey about how she found her way to music and Nashville and how her path has evolved as an artist. She also tells Sara about what it was like to sing on Beyonce's new record, Cowboy Carter. The two of them dive into family, faith, being a female in country music and so much more. Tune in to hear Sara and Tiera's funny and inspiring conversation! Listen to Unbroke: (https://ffm.to/seunbroke) About Tiera Kennedy: Rising singer/songwriter Tiera Kennedy is emerging as one of the most exciting voices in the format - injecting Country music with a breath of vitality. The Alabama native's unique sound - an earnest storytelling-based country laced with the influence of the R&B she was raised on - stems from equal parts nature and nurture. She credits her celestial singing voice to God, while crediting her country music songwriting prowess to what organically flows from her pen. Lighting a fire with her independently released self-titled EP, Nashville Scene cited Tiera as "the total package" and "a writer who has learned how to write for their own voice at a young age," while American Songwriter concurs, hailing her as "one of Nashville's most promising young singer-songwriters." As she readies her forthcoming full-length debut album, Tiera delivers the project's lead single "I Ain't A Cowgirl" on April 26th. Forthcoming album standouts only deepen that narrative, taking listeners on a journey through the process of finding oneself as a person and artist amidst the shotgun start of a career and the peaks and valleys that followed - all-the-while sonically maintaining that one-car-only lane niche Tiera's carved for herself in country music due to her commitment to authenticity. LET'S BE SOCIAL: Follow Tiera Kennedy: Instagram -(@tieramusic) TikTok - (@tieramusic) Twitter - (@TieraMusic) Facebook - (@TieraKennedy) Youtube - (@Tiera) Website - (@tieramusic.com) Follow Diving in Deep Podcast: Instagram -(@divingindeeppod) TikTok - (@divingindeeppod) Twitter - (@divingindeeppod) Facebook - (@divingindeeppod) Follow Sara Evans: Instagram - (@saraevansmusic) TikTok - (@saraevansmusic) Twitter - (@saraevansmusic) Facebook - (@saraevansmusic) Produced and Edited by: The Cast Collective (Nashville, TN) YouTube - ( @TheCastCollective ) Instagram - (@TheCastCollective) Twitter - (@TheCastCollective) Directed by: Erin Dugan Edited By: Sean Dugan, Corey Williams, & Michaela Dolph https://www.thecastcollective.com
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    1 hr and 6 mins