Too Country For Country Radio by Josh Porter

Episode 96: Too Country For Country Radio (The music of Roger Miller)

On this episode,  I share some thoughts and memories of the great Roger Miller..  

Episode 95: One of my favorite artist announces stadium show for November 2021 and why I will not be attending

Just a short podcast about the upcoming George Strait and Metallica concert announcement for November 5th and 6th 2021 in Atlanta GA at Mercedes Benz Stadium and the ticket prices joshporter08.com patreon.com/joshporter08

Episode 94: Too Country For Country Radio Ep 3 Pat Green, Charlie Robison, and Keith Gattis

On this episode of the podcast, I share my thoughts and experiences as it relates to three great Texas musical artists. The music of Pat Green, Charlie Robison, and Keith Gattis is also showcased on this episode. joshporter08.com or joshporter08 on FB, IG, and YouTube for more info

Episode 93: Kenny Porter (My Dad) Conversation By Campfire

On this episode, my dad and I talk about life's issues such as country music, woodworking, his favorite decade, travel, retirement, small town America, his favorite vehicle, and more. Visit joshporter08.com for more info

Episode 92: Too Country For Country Radio Episode 2

Charley Pride Mountain of love Running out of reasons to run Rick Trevino Kevin Denney that’s just Jessie and I lost my record deal today Always something Joe diffie 6 pack to go Hank Thompson and George strait The grand tour George Jones Mark Chesnutt too cold at home Leroy Powell keep the diamond Dale Watson a real Country song Buck Owens Made in Japan Suzy Bogguss Drive South Diamond Rio Mama don’t forget to pray for me Jamey Johnson In Color

Too Country For Country Radio Episode 1

On this episode of the podcast/radio show I share my thoughts and play some music by Alan Jackson, Dwight Yoakam, Merle Haggard, Tracy Lawrence, Hank Williams Jr, George Strait, Tim McGraw, Lefty Frizzell, Deryl Dodd, Patty Loveless, John Conlee, Kacey Chambers, and Willie Nelson. please visit joshporter08 on YouTube and Facebook for more information or joshporter08.com

March 2020 joshporter08 podcast

March 2020 joshporter08 podcast I discuss and dissect the lyrics of some of my favorite country songs. “The Dirt Road” by Sawyer Brown “The American Dream” by Hank Williams Jr “Untanglin My Mind” by Merle Haggard and Clint Black “Burn One Down” by Clint Black “Workin Man (Nowhere To Go) by The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band And some thoughts about the state of imagination My thoughts on my first experience in a recording studio Walt Whitman and Nature “Leaves Of Grass” Goodbye Luchadore a...

Questions About Creativity

On this episode, I answer some of the questions about creativity. Specifically, my creative process when it comes to composing music, podcast, and my other creative ventures. This is the Feb 2020 episode of my podcast and more info can be found on my website joshporter08.com. Please subscribe to my YouTube channel as well, joshporter08

Triple H Wrestlemania Match History WM12-WM21

On this episode of the podcast, I go back in time and discuss the Wrestlemania matches of the great Triple H aka Paul Levesque. I start with his Wrestlemania 12 match Triple H vs The Ultimate Warrior, the Wrestlemania 13 Triple H vs Goldust, Wrestlemania 14 Triple H vs Owen Hart, Wrestlemania 15 Triple H vs Kane, Wrestlemania 2000 Triple H vs The Rock vs Big Show vs Mick Foley, Wrestlemania 17 Triple H vs Undertaker, Wrestlemania 18 Triple H vs Chris Jericho, Wrestlemania 19 Tripl...

Oahu And Sober October 2019

On this episode of my podcast, I talk about our vacation last month to the island of Oahu Hawaii and several of the places we visited while there for two weeks. I also talk about Tom Petty, Akira Kurosawa films, and my third year of participating in Sober October. For more episodes of The Hillbilly Luchadore Podcast, just subscribe to my YouTube channel joshporter08 or visit my website joshporter08.com Thanks for listening

Songwriters: The Hearts And Minds That Created Our Favorite Songs

Songwriters: The Hearts And Minds That Created Our Favorite Songs On this episode, I explore the historic songwriting careers of Steve Young, Whitey Shafer, And Sonny Throckmorton. What September means to me and some historical facts from the month of September throughout history. visit my website joshporter08.com for more and subscribe on iTunes and my youtube channel joshporter08

August 2019 A Serious Search That Never Ends

Podcast August 2019 A serious search that never ends. Some of the topics I cover on this episode of my podcast are: 2019 Reading Challenge Stephen King “On Writing” Dennis Johnson “Nobody Move” Hal Crowther “Freedom Fighters And Hellraisers” “Cathedrals of Kudzu” My history and thoughts on alcoholism. My thoughts on capitalism and technology. The overuse of social media and the psychological effects of violence in movies and television. The concept of vanishing small town areas in the so...

What Music Means To Me June 2019

On this episode of my podcast, I discuss Gregg Allman, pay tribute to Dr John who passed away on June 6, 2019. Also, a public service announcement on self destructive behavior. I discuss the film “Almost Famous” and how much music means to my life. Also, the new Netflix documentary “Satan And Adam.” Also, John Prine and his impact on songwriting. In the off the rails segment, I discuss modern burial ceremonies and Mark Twain’s novel “Life On The Mississippi.” And more. Music...

Seven Days In Charleston South Carolina May 2019

On this episode of the podcast, I recall all the things we did on our seven day vacation to Charleston South Carolina. For more info on my podcast or music please visit joshporter08.com

Musical Memory Lane April 2019

On this episode of the podcast, I take a trip down my musical memory lane with some great music from several different artists. Patty Loveless "How Can I Help You To Say Goodbye." Crosby Still Nash And Hiking Red Mountain Park In Birmingham Alabama. Aaron Tippin "I Was Born With A Broken Heart.” Finding A copy of Waylon Jennings of Will The Wolf Survive on vinyl at Seasick Records. I explore Waylon Jennings And Levon Helms versions of “I Got Me A Woman.” Also Buddy Guy And Junior ...

The Negative Effects Of Smartphones And Social Media

My Thoughts on the negativity that Smartphones And Social Media use can spread. Also, some music from James Booker and Allen Touissant. Also celebrating four years of podcasting. joshporter08.com

Historical Facts About Tobacco Part 1

Some historical facts about tobacco from 1492 to 1930. Also, my personal experiences with tobacco. PLEASE CHECK OUT MY PODCAST ON APPLE PODCAST! ALSO LIKE JOSH PORTER MUSIC ON FACEBOOK FOR MORE INFO @joshporter2010 on TWITTER or VISIT MY WEBSITE! joshporter08.com https://hillbillyluchadore.podomatic.com

January 14 2019 Reddit Questions And Big Foot

January 14 2019 Hillbilly Luchadore Podcast Questions 1 Coffee or Beer? 2 Was The Moon Landing Fake? 3 Should you respect people you don’t like? 4 The Rolling Stones or The Beatles? 5 Are Watches A Waste Of Money? 6 Is It possible to feel high with out taking drugs? 7 What would you change, if you could go back in time? 8 Can Money buy happiness? 9 Does mixing alcohol with soda or juice make you more drunk? 10 Is Trader Joes Awesome? Alabama loses to Clemson Michael Jackson “Leaving Never...

January 5 2019 New Year New Start

January 5 2019 New Year New Start The Hillbilly Luchadore Podcast Why I enjoy listening to podcasts? Questions What Book Are You Reading? What was your favorite podcast of 2018? Does your southern accent ever make you feel insecure when speaking publicly? Do you think All Elite Wrestling will be successful and one day compete with WWE? Was Mean Gene the greatest interviewer in pro wrestling history? Should Jon Jones have been able to compete in the last UFC ppv after failing another drug t...

The Last Podcast Of 2018 With Special Guest Chris Porter

On the final episode of 2018, I'm joined by my cousin Chris Porter. We discuss Garth Brooks success in 2018. Also the state of country music from the standpoint of traditional country music fans. I also highlight some of my best memories from 2018. Visit my website for more info joshporter08.com

Country Music Groups And Bands In The 1980s And 1990s

On this episode, I go in depth on the history of some of country music's biggest groups/bands. First, the successful band Alabama from Fort Payne. Then Shenandoah and Diamond Rio. I revisit some of the artists best music and discuss the mark they left on country music.

Blues Music My History With The Blues

On this episode, I discuss what made me a fan of blues music. Also pay tribute to the great Tony Joe White. Also this episode I discuss music by Waylon Jennings, Mississippi John Hurt, Stevie Ray Vaughan, The Rolling Stones, And more.

Oahu Vacation 2018

My wife and I took a vacation to Oahu, Hawaii on September 21, 2018 until October 5, 2018. On this podcast, I discuss some of the places and experiences we had on the island of Oahu.

Calm And Easy Episode Sept 9 2018

Waylon Jennings Living Legends Part 2 My thoughts on whittling wood in the south and the negative effects of social media commentary. If The World Had A Front Porch Tracy Lawrence Should we try to change people’s minds on politics, religion, and other convictions? Good Friends, Good Whiskey, and Good Lovin Hank Williams Jr. My memories of Burt Reynolds and my thoughts on his passing away. Jerry Reed East Bound And Down Disconnecting from technology and the positive effects of doing so. Marvin...

90s Country Music With Lawtide

Tracy Byrd Watermelon Crawl Joe Diffie Pickup Man Rick Trevino Bobbie Ann Mason David Lee Murphy Party Crowd Dust On The Bottle Diamond Rio Meet In The Middle Nitty Gritty Dirt Band Fishin In The Dark We watch these music videos and do alternate commentary on them. Then we talk talent shows. American Idol, The Voice, etc. My experience at American Idol auditions in 2006. The importance of social media to musical talent and other art forms. Being YouTube creators for ten years...

Boot Scootin Boogie

On this episode, I discuss the 1992 country music hit song by Brooks And Dunn "Boot Scootin Boogie." My wife and my friend Lawtide join me as we talk about the song. For more visit joshporter08.com

Classic Movies, Blues, And More August 1 2018

Today I cover everything from the movies "Chinatown" "The Breakfast Club" "American Made." Also, Harland Williams, Robert Mitchum, Buzz Vineyard, Loudon Wainwright III, Buddy Guy, Van Morrison, Ryan Bingham, Dawes, and Ervin Stellar, and Demi Lovato. For more visit joshporter08.com

Songs You May Not Have Heard By George Strait

On this podcast, I analyze the musical catalog of George Strait. In particular, the years 1981-1985. These are album cuts, not hit songs. If you love country music, these songs are truly a must hear.

June 24 2018 Time Management

On this episode, I briefly touch on time management. Also, the loss of my Uncle Chuck. Also great music from Waylon Jennings, Gregg Allman, The Beach Boys, Leon Bridges, Sturgill Simpson, and more. Recorded June 24 2018 in Moody Alabama. For more information visit joshporter08.com

Anthony Bourdain Tribute And Cocaine and Rhinestones Season 1 Fan Recap

My thoughts on Anthony Bourdain and his legacy. Also my fan review of the podcast Cocaine And Rhinestones Season 1. The history of country music. Also Tom T Hall and Bobby Blue Bland

2018 WWE Hall Of Fame Ceremony Full Review

On this episode, I share my thoughts on the 2018 WWE Hall Of Fame Ceremony from New Orleans, Louisiana. April 6, 2018. Inductees included Goldberg, Ivory, Jeff Jarrett, Hillbilly Jim, Mark Henry, The Dudley Boyz, Jarrius JJ Robertson, Kid Rock, Stan Stasiak, Lord Alfred Hayes, Dara Singh, Cora Combs, El Santo, Jim Londos, Rufus R Jones, Sputnik Monroe, Boris Malenko, Hiro Matsuda.

Dean Dillon Songwriting Career

Dean Dillon Dean was born March 26, 1955. Hailing from the small Tennessee town, Lake City. Located in East Tennessee right outside of Knoxville with a population of around 1,700 people. Dean’s songs would go on to be known all around the world. Dean was inducted into the Nashville songwriters hall of fame in 2002. Dean also has the look of the quintessential cowboy, complete with a mustache that even Sam Elliott would appreciate. Dean wrote “Set em up Joe” recorded by Vern G...

Weekend Trip To Fairhope Ep 92

On this episode of the podcast, I talk about our recent weekend trip to Fairhope Alabama. I share my thoughts on The Bone And Barrel bar, The Warehouse breakfast, Ken and Vernon's Barber shop, R Bistro, Sage restaurant, and more. Also introduce a new segment called "Off The Rails" and discuss the accusations of Bruno Mars committing cultural appropriation.

The Year 1991

This podcast is about my experience as a 9 year old boy living in Alabama in 1991. I cover Country Music, Pro Wrestling, Pop music, and Pizza Hut lunch buffet to name a few. joshporter08.com for more info

Feb 11 2018 ep 90 Hodgepodge

JP finally returns after a month long hiatus from podcasting. On this episode,Alabama 17th National championship win over Georgia Vikings defeat The Saints with a shocking ending Comedians in cars getting coffee with Jerry Seinfeld Theo Von Random fact Kevin Nealon almost got the role of Sam Malone on Cheers Quincy Jones shocking interview Pryor/Brando does that change your perception of two of the greatest entertainers in Hollywood history and other random ideas

Best Of 2017 Year End Awards And Final Thoughts Ep 89

Episode 89 JP reflects on the highs and lows of 2017 Album of the week Tyler Childers Purgatory Music 2017 Album of the year Stapleton Live A Room vol 1 Retro Album of the year Back To The Barrooms Haggard Wrestling 2017 Comeback of the year Paige Best wrestler of 2017 AJ Styles Biggest disappointment of the year Bray Wyatt and Finn Bálor Tag Team of the year The Bar and The Usos From Orange Beach to Oahu to Fairhope. Our vacation destinations were amazing.

ep 88 December 10 2017

JP talking about Waylon Jennings 40th anniversary of Luckenback TX being released as a single. Also the Record Store Day 2017 release "New Stuff." Travis Tritt live albums. Snow day in Alabama December 8 2017. Matt Lauer being fired from NBC. Eli Manning being benched. Jim Johnston fired from WWE. Broken Matt Hardy in WWE. Alabama getting in the college football playoff.

Ep 87 Thanksgiving 2017

Southern man talking a little pro wrestling, thanksgiving, and Netflix documentaries about Jim and Andy, and National Lampoon

Ep 86 Current Events and Outlaw Country Music

A southern man talking about everything from Roy Moore, Louis CK, Jon Daly, diet and exercise, pro wrestling, and outlaw country music

Ep 85 Complete 51st Annual CMA Award Show Review

My thoughts a day after the 51st Annual CMA Award Show

Ep 84 World Championship Wrestling with Special Guest lawtide

lawtide and I doing a fight companion style podcast while watching WCW Saturday Night November 9 1985

Ep 83 My Journey To Oahu Hawaii

Ep 82 Wonderful Now

Hurricane Harvey aftermath, Irma and Jose approach the US. Also, Mayweather vs McGregor, Alabama defeats Florida State. Also, I talk about the band Everclear and the way their music has effected my life.

Ep 81 August 21 2017

Some local news, my thoughts on Summerslam 2017 after the show. NXT Brooklyn 3, racism, and more

Ep 80 with special guest Paw, Maw, and KPO

We talk bodily functions, pro wrestling, vintage Nascar, Alabama football, alcohol, and what not on a small town Saturday night down in Alabama

Ep 79 August 3 2017 Dogs Cats Dads and Craft Beer

Ep 79 UFO being similar to airplanes Self destructive fathers Daddy never was the Cadillac kind Cats Randy Travis released if I didn't have you Hanging out with dad Saw's juke joint Cahaba brewery Jason Isbell Alabama pines

Ep 78 July 26 2017

Ep 78 Gray beard intro 35 Pro wrestling Smackdown We cheered for Cena and the USA. The power of the promo Cornette lashes out at Omega and NJPW Battleground thoughts New Day super kick too many false finishes , but match of the night Corbin can't even have a decent match with Nakamura Women match good but rushed Natty deserves the spot Cena and Rusev great match Owens vs AJ disappointed anti climatic finish Punjabi okay, but more of the same Chester Bennington Bill Collings OJ paro...

July 16 2017 Ep 77

Ep 77 Feeling reflective and missing the late 90s early 2000s Talking smack cancellation Lucha underground Stone cold email Brad Paisley Tele made in Mexico $1199 MSRP Why are motorcycles and school buses legal? Famous people who look down on people who work normal jobs GLOW American Pie Album of the week Tonic Sugar George strait is 65

This week in pro wrestling July 8 2017 ep 76

Ep 76 YouTube monetizing and black balling pro wrestling tags What if WCW hadn't gone out of business? And continued to operate at the level they were at in 97 and 98 Is Finn Balor doomed? Broken Hardy Boyz soon? Booking the territory heel or face for Roman and Cena Breaking news Austin Aires released from WWE AJ Styles wins the US title at the Madison square garden live event and how it compares to New Japan and Kenny Omega Dixie Carter to be interviewed for WWE network 24 special for Ku...

July 2 2017 Ep 74

Am radio How much money you made after you die Happy birthday Terry Funk Amazon fire stick Door to door sales Pork rinds and pimento cheese Asuka Wrestling fans posting personal photos of wrestlers Bobby Bonilla still getting paid over 1 million dollars every July 1st until 2035 Vince Gill joining the eagles G1USA Happy 4th of July