In this special holiday episode of the Big Time Talkers Podcast, host Burke Allen broadcasts from sunny Florida and sits down with singer-songwriter Delnora, the special guest on Landau Eugene Murphy Jr.’s 15th Annual “Home for the Holidays Tour.” Delnora shares her heartfelt Appalachian roots, her deep musical upbringing, and the family traditions that shaped her into the artist she is today. From singing before she could talk, to performing in church as a child, to releasing albums and taking the Grand Ole Opry stage, Delnora opens up about the journey that formed her voice and her artistry. Burke and Delnora dive into:
• Her favorite original song, “Thankful,” and why gratitude is her life mantra
• Growing up in a musical family with generations of Appalachian musicians
• Her great-grandfather’s legacy as a master fiddler whose recordings helped build the American Folklife Center
• Christmas traditions, childhood performances, and why the holidays are her favorite time of year
• Her songwriting process, creative influences, and how melodies and lyrics come together Tune in for a warm, nostalgic, and inspiring conversation filled with music, family stories, and holiday spirit. New episodes of Big Time Talkers drop every Tuesday on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen.