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I Love To Tell The Story

Dave Clark and Dusty Wells
Christian Music Industry
Gospel Music
Southern Gospel
I Love To Tell the Story
Christian Music
The Archers
Triumphant Quartet
Travis Cottrell
Christmas
Diamond Rio
I'll Fly Away
Twin Falls, United States
Gatlinburg, United States
Albert E. Brumley
Nashville
Family
Music
Detroit, United States
Scotty Inman
Lanny Wolfe

Welcome to I Love To Tell the Story with Dave Clark and Dusty Wells!

Join us as we dive deep into the untold stories behind the music you love. With over 80 years of combined experience in the Christian music industry, we bring you exclusive insights and heartfelt narratives that you won’t hear anywhere else.

Tune in for engaging conversations, personal anecdotes, and a genuine love for the sto... more

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Join us as we welcome Phil Johnson, one of the most influential voices in Christian music since the mid-70s, whose impact still resonates today.

Phil’s remarkable journey spans a dazzling array of roles: record producer for artists including Reba Ra... more

In this exciting new episode of I Love To Tell the Story, Dave and Dusty are thrilled to sit down with Dana Williams, the talented bass player and singer from one of country music’s most successful groups, Diamond Rio. 

Dana's journey is a remarkabl... more

On this episode of I Love To Tell the Story, Dave and Dusty peel back the curtain on their own journeys to mark a truly special occasion. 2026 is a milestone year, as they celebrate 50 years each in the music business.

It was 1976 when Dave Clark le... more

We have a brand-new episode of I Love To Tell the Story—and it’s one you won’t want to miss.

Joey Hemphill, the oldest son of one of Southern Gospel’s most beloved families, found his place in the story at an early age. He began playing drums for th... more

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Recent Guests

Dana Williams
Member of Diamond Rio, bluegrass/Christian crossover artist
Diamond Rio
Episode: Dana Williams - I Love To Tell the Story
Joey Hemphill
Member of the Hemphill family; gospel musician and storyteller
Hemphill family / gospel industry
Episode: Joey Hemphill - I Love To Tell the Story
Mike Harland
dear friend of both hosts; past Lifeway executive involved in worship and church music
Lifeway Worship / Lifeway
Episode: Psalms, Hymns and Spiritual Songs - I Love To Tell the Story
Bruce Chesser
Pastor at First Baptist Church, Hendersonville
First Baptist Church, Hendersonville
Episode: Psalms, Hymns and Spiritual Songs - I Love To Tell the Story
Travis Cottrell
Gospel singer, worship leader with a long history in Southern Gospel and CCM
Independent artist / worship leader
Episode: Travis Cottrell - I Love To Tell the Story
Russ Taff
Legendary singer; former Imperials member; recovery advocate
Episode: Russ Taff and Joseph Habedank - I Love To Tell the Story
Joseph Habedank
Celebrated Christian vocalist and songwriter
Episode: Russ Taff and Joseph Habedank - I Love To Tell the Story
Steven Gilreath
Executive director of the Gospel Music Association Museum
GMA Museum
Episode: Steve Gilreath - I Love To Tell the Story
Lanny Wolfe
Original artist and songwriter featured on the episode
Lanny Wolfe Trio / Christian music songwriter
Episode: Lanny Wolfe - I Love To Tell the Story

Hosts

Dusty Wells
Host of the show; co-host with deep involvement in Christian music.
Dave Clark
Host of the show; co-host with extensive experience in Christian music.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • Background noise

    I’m so enjoying this podcast! However, sometimes I cannot hear what the guest or one of you are saying when someone else is adding to the conversation. If possible it would be really nice to have no one saying anything while one person is talking.

    Other than that, y’all are GREAT!!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KAthyinKS
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love the podcast!

    Great interviews & a GREAT logo for the podcast! Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    geet8907
    United Statesa year ago
  • Thought provoking!

    Very thoughtful interviews by 2 industry veterans. They do their homework on every guest. They ask questions the listener wants asked. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jeff_Snyder
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great podcast

    I hope you'll have Phil Johnson on to talk about his experiences producing so many great artists, as well as the wonderful songs he wrote.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Woodstock1161
    United States2 years ago
  • Great new Podcast!!

    Singing Tenor for one of the groups that Dusty represents, I can attest to his passion for great “ Heart Music “ as he calls it. Looking forward to the words of wisdom that comes from these 2 guys..

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fillinguy
    United States2 years ago

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High production quality and thoughtful questions; guests feel well-prepped and on-topic.
Engaging interviews with industry veterans and a clear love for storytelling.
Listeners praise the nostalgia, practical career insights, and the faith-forward approach.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Lanny Wolfe - I Love To Tell the Story
Q: Can you share a story about a turning point or a project that defined your career?
The discussion centers on Noelle Jesus Born and Greater Is He, including producer Bob McKenzie's influence and the way those works opened doors beyond their original church audience, shaping the trajectory of Wolfe's career.
Lanny Wolfe - I Love To Tell the Story
Q: What was it like navigating industry expectations and faith commitments when big opportunities came along?
Wolfe discusses the tension between pursuing broader opportunities and staying aligned with his ministry priorities, including the challenge of balancing invitations with a loyalty to mentors and churches, and the sense that God was guiding his path rather than chasing trends.
Russ Taff and Joseph Habedank - I Love To Tell the Story
Q: What was the turning point that kept you both on the path to recovery?
Honesty and community—sharing struggles with trusted others, finding sponsorship, and realizing you're not alone in the battle, which evolved into ongoing recovery and responsibility.
Psalms, Hymns and Spiritual Songs - I Love To Tell the Story
Q: Why is it important to distinguish Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs in worship today?
The guests explain Psalms as scripture-based songs, Hymns as scriptural in content and theology, and Spiritual Songs as Spirit-led, possibly spontaneous expressions; together they provide a comprehensive approach to worship that honors scripture, memory, and communal singing.
Travis Cottrell - I Love To Tell the Story
Q: What was a turning point that pushed you from being primarily a performer to focusing more on worship leadership and writing?
A shift observed while watching a mentor's leadership and the connection with audiences, which inspired a broader view of ministry through music beyond individual performance.

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What is I Love To Tell The Story about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two longtime veterans of the Christian and gospel music scene host candid, story-driven conversations with a rotating roster of artists, songwriters, pastors, and industry insiders. Across episodes, listeners hear origin stories, legendary studio moments, family legacies, and the evolving landscape of worship, gospel, and Southern gospel, all anchored by practical career takeaways and behind-the-music anecdotes. The format blends warmth, mentorship ethos, and nostalgia with actionable insights for aspiring artists, managers, and music professionals. A notable strength is its deep network and willingness to explore personal journeys—sometimes gritty, sometimes celebratory—while keeping faith at the center of the storytelling. Potential liste... more

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Recent guests on I Love To Tell The Story include:

1. Dana Williams
2. Joey Hemphill
3. Mike Harland
4. Bruce Chesser
5. Travis Cottrell
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7. Joseph Habedank
8. Steven Gilreath

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