Circling The Drain
John E. Bozeman & Jay HarperCircling The Drain is a show about the current state of the music and radio businesses as well as culture in general! Hosted by John E. Bozeman and Jay Harper along with Jim McCarthy as Co-Host/Executive Producer. John has had a storied career in music and talk radio, most notably as the Executive Producer for the late and legendary Phil Valentine. Jay also has has a long career in radio as Announ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 30 | Founded | 7 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Music InterviewsMusicSociety & Culture | |||
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What do The Beatles, Cyndi Lauper, Joan Jett, The Monkees, Queen, Bo Diddley, Jason Aldean, and a random fan named Dave in a backstage doorway all have in common?
Sandy Gennaro.
In this episode of Circling the Drain, John and Jim sit down with vete... more
Longtime Nashville programmer Ron Allen (96.3 Jack FM, Y’all Country) joins Circling The Drain to talk about 20 years of Jack FM, the changing face of radio, and how local personalities still matter in a streaming and AI-driven world.
Ron walks thro... more
From Civil War battlefields to the legendary Hank Williams house on Franklin Road, this episode of Circling The Drain dives deep into hauntings, strange coincidences, and emotional encounters with the other side.
Johnny B, Jay Harper, and Jim McCart... more
Radio veteran and voiceover pro Bennie Shipley joins Johnny B, Jay and Jim for a deep dive into the golden age of radio, the rise of country music superstars, and the evolving world of voiceover in the age of AI.
Starting as a 15-year-old kid at WLC... more
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- Love this podcast!
Been a fan of Johnny B for over 20 years and was so glad to see this podcast was out. Keep em coming!
Apple Podcasts5guitargod12345
United States2 months ago - Excellence
I was hooked from the first episode. This is a great conversation that grips you from the start. The collective knowledge and experience these guys bring to the table, woven into great stories is what makes a podcast worth listening to. I’m looking forward to all the content they have in store for us.
Apple Podcasts5mtsuagr316United States6 months ago - Cool
Two of my favorite radio voices ever. I am quite familiar with Johnny B. I was a Phil Valentine listener going all the way back to 1510 and JB was a huge compliment to Phil’s talent. Fast forward to the 99.7 days I enjoyed him on the morning show. As a trucker I would stream you guys every day when Bluetooth became popular. I will say that not long after the departure of JB from the station I quit listening to talk radio. Politics seem to never change and it’s really pretty depressing so I am ta... more
Apple Podcasts5Happytrucker6121United States7 months ago - Great Show!!!
Been a fan of Johnny B for so many years. Love hearing these stories.
Apple Podcasts5Parris001United States7 months ago - Reunion
Always good memories as two old dogs spin their tales. You guys touched our hearts, bringing “Old Nashville” radio alive one more time.
Apple Podcasts5DougawugaUnited States7 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #165 | United States/Music/Music Interviews |
Apple Podcasts | #164 |  Indonesia/Music/Music Interviews |
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A perceptive look at the music and radio industries through candid conversations, industry anecdotes, and guest-led stories. Episodes frequently explore career pivots, backstage culture, and evolving industry dynamics—from Nashville's scene to broader entertainment trends—often with a focus on resilience, creativity, and the human side of show business. Noteworthy are wide-ranging guests and street-smart takes on radio, music production, and cultural shifts, making it useful for listeners who want practical insights, industry context, and entertaining insider storytelling.
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1. Brenda Golden
2. Deborah Allen
3. Shannon McCombs
4. Reggie Hamm
5. Wade Hayes
6. Gary Gentry
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