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Kelsea Ballerini has hit after country hit but she says she doesn’t like the sound of her own voice, “It’s really funny because were I listen to my voice back and is that really how I sound? So, I’m not quite comfortable hearing myself back. I’m trying to give myself little breaks because I’m new at this.”
Josh McSwain from Parmalee talks about some of their career highlights, “Theirs been so many since we came out here. Being asked to perform at the Grand Ole Opry was huge and now we’ve done it several times and it’s like the first time every time.” And he says getting to tour with their idols is amazing….
Kevin James talks to Kelly and Ryan about his new Netflix sitcom called “The Crew” Kevin plays the bumbling crew chief of a NASCAR racing team. “It’s really a workplace comedy. So, we have an amazing cast, it’s like an ensemble and these guys are just great they’re all so young and annoying to me. Because they are so talented, but they are amazing. “The Crew” is on Netflix now.
Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson talks to Kelly Clarkson about his one day a week “cheat day” and what that looks like…”Everything is like the Rock…Cookies, and then I have these big burgers with bacon and cheese, and fried…we’re gonna hang out one day and we’re gonna have fun.” He has a new show call ‘Young Rock and it airs Tuesdays on NBC..
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Jacob Marley is the name of the of Ebenezer Scrooges's deceased business partner and the first of four ghosts that appear in "A Christmas Carol"
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Sad news from the NASCAR world. Greg Biffle, one of NASCAR’s 75 Greatest Drivers, has died at age 55 in a plane crash in North Carolina. Authorities say seven people were killed, including Biffle, his wife Cristina, and their two children. Beyond his racing success, Biffle was widely praised for his humanitarian work, especially helping communities after Hurricane Helene. The racing world is mourning a champion on and off the track.
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Tom Cruise is allegedly on a long, carefully planned mission to become Sir Tom Cruise. A source says this has been years in the making hosting events, shaking hands, embedding himself deep in the British film world. Apparently he knows exactly how the system works and he’s been playing the long game. At this point, don’t be shocked if the next Mission: Impossible ends with him bowing politely and accepting a sword tap on each shoulder.
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Miranda Lambert is developing a new TV series for Hulu inspired by her music and real-life friendships. The show centers on a messy female friendship, an escape from an abusive marriage, and a fresh start in a small Texas town that turns out to be full of secrets. So basically heartbreak, healing, strong women, and Texas drama which is already Miranda’s brand. Country music meets prestige TV.
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Jon Pardi says Christmas music is what keeps his household sane. He’s got two little girls with very big emotions, so songs like Frosty the Snowman and Rudolph are on constant rotation. Forget parenting books the real hack is letting a cartoon reindeer handle crowd control..
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Name the Country Music Super star who first recorded "Christmas Cookies"?
