#672 - Trace Adkins
Summary
Trace Adkins joins Theo Von to discuss his 30th anniversary tour and childhood memories of dangerous toys like lawn darts. They share stories about Adkins’ mother serving as mayor of Sarepta, Louisiana, and his past jobs on oil rigs. The conversation also covers his music career origins, a finger injury, and his dog named Gary Busey.
Topics discussed
Introduction and Adobe Firefly sponsorship
Dangerous childhood toys: Pogo sticks and lawn darts
Family stories: Brother's strength and Elvis impersonator
Hometown life: Mayor Peggy and small town changes
Louisiana law: Napoleonic code and worker's compensation
Oil field work: Pipe fitting and hazardous conditions
Chime and Quo sponsorships
Gary Busey's dog and his eccentric personality
Early music career: Selling food and first band
Songwriting inspiration: 'Lonely Nights' and heartbreak
Personal songs: 'You're Gonna Miss This' and writing process
Donnie Ferrari and the Italian food sales job
Embarrassing stories: Explosive diarrhea and changing tires
Valor Recovery sponsorship
Fishing with Randy Moss and Jägermeister
Being shot by his wife and Canadian wives
Country music trends and career stagnation
Hit song 'Brown Chicken, Brown Cow' and radio play
Touring regrets and morning radio show stories
Velour pants, toe fungus, and George Strait
High school football and father's drywall business
30th anniversary tour and new music plans
Marijuana legalization and Ohio spill song idea
Festival touring, narrow houses, and closing remarks
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