MY GIRLS IN LOW PLACES, we are so back! Actually we never left, but… semantics. January might be a slower month for country artists in London but we’re not about to take it easy, so consider this our New Year’s Day hangover cure and a proper girls’ yap as we debrief Christmas, predict what 2026 has in store and get into the pop culture chaos we can’t stop watching. From Lainey Wilson’s potential wedding looks to Zach Bryan’s wedding discourse (because it’s all feeling a bit Something In The Orange), country pop-ups in British pubs and whether we’re about to get the Real Housewives of Nashville, this episode is basically a Whirlwind. Plus, I’m sharing my honest experience trying Mounjaro ahead of the CMAs and why I decided to stop.... If you’re enjoying the show, it would mean the world if you could rate us five stars so we can keep taking Girls In Low Places from low to high places. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As 2025 comes to a close, we’re looking back on some of our favourite country music moments from the past year — the interviews that made us laugh, the stories that surprised us, and the moments that reminded us why we love this genre and community so much. From unforgettable guests and behind-the-scenes chaos to big cultural moments and personal highlights, this episode is a round-up of the year that was, told the only way we know how — honestly, enthusiastically, and with a very British take. Whether you’ve been with us all year or you’re just joining the party, this one’s a celebration of the music, the memories, and everything that made Girls In Low Places. Come be a girl in a low place with us for the final episode of 2025. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

For this special Christmas Day episode, Katie heads back to her roots — the green hills of Surrey — for a festive, unfiltered year-in-review over Dolly Wines with a very special guest: her mum, Carole Atkin. With a glass in hand, Katie and Carole dive headfirst into this week’s biggest country music talking points — from the ever-expanding relationship web of Riley Green, Ella Langley, Megan Moroney and Tucker Wetmore, to Jelly Roll’s official pardon and powerful redemption arc, the Taylor Swift documentary, and why British humour desperately needs more space in country music media. Carole offers her bird’s-eye view on how Girls In Low Places has evolved from a sofa-based passion project into a guest-driven podcast with red carpet access, before sharing candid (and occasionally brutal) thoughts on dating, age gaps, fame, and why meeting someone “in real life” might still be the move. Festive, funny, reflective and unfiltered — a proper Christmas Day yap with country music at the centre. A Christmas "Carole" some would say. 🎧 Pour a drink, press play, and Merry Christmas from Girls In Low Places. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on Girls In Low Places, we attempt to make a Hallmark movie — taking it from Nashville to a London Christmas market. Is it low budget? Yes. Is it chaotic? Absolutely. Is it festive? Somehow… also yes. We’re joined by Drew Baldridge, who opens up about: • Going from being dropped by Nashville to making history as the first fully self-funded, independent #1 in country music • The real story behind She’s Somebody’s Daughter — and why it became an anthem for women knowing their worth • Shooting a Hallmark movie at the Grand Ole Opry • Touring the world with Jelly Roll (and yes… we do talk about Bunny) • Why breaking through later in life might actually be the secret weapon • Making music that makes people feel something, not just hear it Subscribe, like & comment. Tell us: Do you believe people from the same school year have a spiritual connection? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome back to Girls In Low Places, the only country music podcast where British girls ask the questions nobody else dares... This week, Max McNown joins Katie for a Christmas special that includes: 🎄 Max realising he doesn’t know what a noun is 🎄 A deep dive into why men think they can befriend animals in the Amazon rainforest 🎄 His unexpected audition to be a hobbit 🎄 The unspoken war between women wanting dinner plans vs men saying “whatever you want” 🎄 Marines interrupting his busking like a drunk flash mob 🎄 Why London might actually be his biggest fanbase (you’re welcome, Max) We also cover extremely important topics such as: ✨ Does Max understand what women mean when they say “I’m fine”? ✨ How often does he quote his own songs in public? ✨ Which artist he’d form a duo with ✨ Why dogs always know when you’re a dog person ✨ Should men STOP thinking about fighting bears? (Yes.) If you love Max McNown, Avery Anna, Noah Kahan, feral British humour, busking disasters, or listening to an American try to survive Girls In Low Places, this is your episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Katie finally lifts the curtain on the story she’s been hinting at since day one – the trip that blew up her old life and accidentally birthed Girls In Low Places. Joined by her US BFF Sam who organised the doomed trip, she rewinds to her engagement, a countryside life, and a bachelorette weekend that cracked everything wide open. They piece together the hangovers, the panic, the gut feelings and the “I can’t do this” moment that followed, talking honestly about friendship, grief, and what it really costs to choose yourself. This is the messy origin story behind the podcast, told for the first time. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Girls in Low Places take Nashville and the CMA Awards, and honestly… we may never recover! In this episode, Katie and Ozzy debrief the most chaotic, magical week of their lives – from anxiety sobs in hotel lifts to accidentally starting a speakeasy on the CMA red carpet. Katie arrives in town early with OG videographer Rodney, hits the emotional Drake White benefit (and hides from Riley Green all night), sneaks into a Tucker Wetmore pop-up without Ozzy, and tries to survive a whirlwind of meetings, backstage moments and big-label visits once Ozzy finally lands after a flight-from-hell delay. The girls share what it was really like backstage at the Opry, walking into the same spaces they’d only ever seen on the TV show Nashville, and trying to balance being “media” with just wanting to be fans who get drunk on Broadway and shake their tail feathers. Then it’s full chaos mode: a blow-dry courtesy of Team Tucker Wetmore, a podcast recording at Bobby Bones’ insane house, getting changed for the CMAs in his bathroom, a corset emergency, security helping with undone dresses, and panic-spiralling about the red carpet. On the carpet itself, they’re placed next to the Washington Post, juggle overexcited PRs, sprint after artists, accidentally cut off LeAnn Rimes to chase Tucker, fall on the floor screaming when he calls them his favourite interview, and melt down over seeing friends of the pod like Priscilla Block, Kaitlin Butts and more in their full CMA moment. They also talk honestly about imposter syndrome, the pressure of “being industry” versus just loving country music as fans, how emotional it is to see artists they’ve championed level up, and what it meant to go from watching the CMAs on a sofa in the UK last year to sitting in the room this year. Plus: Dustin Lynch shots, Rodney’s secret bar buddies, why the Union Jack dress was the best decision ever, why more UK fans should join the CMA, and a massive love letter to their Nashville haven at the Virgin Hotel – fries, hash browns, rooftop sunsets and all. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Katie hits the streets — or more accurately, the queue — to chat with Maren Morris fans ahead of her London show. From theories on the divorce, the pop vs. country debate, and cries in the shower (not the car), to which British artists Maren should collab with — this one’s a ride. It’s Girls in Low Places at its rawest .... fans oversharing, wigs flying and Megan Mornoney's pink era DISCUSSED. It’s UK country commentary — live from the queue from YOU the gilpers! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A Canadian cowboy. A red dress. A lot of giggling. This week on Girls In Low Places, Katie is behind the bar with country star Josh Ross. We get into everything: why American men are better at compliments, what it was really like working with Akon on their recent collaboration, and why british girls are PRETTY. We talk breakups, being workaholics, red flags vs green flags, and being single again. He didn't "Hate How You Look" after all. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We crashed Old Dominion's soundcheck right before their show to talk all things “Barbara”, grief, songwriting, and ZADDY ENERGY. The guys open up about the Barbara album concept, how they went from writing hits for others to becoming one of country music’s biggest bands, and the real story behind their pizza-boot disaster. Expect zaddy debates, spicy questions (“best country song to have sex to”), and plenty of laughter. 🤣 Plus — Scousers, Barbara Windsor, and how to bribe Kelsea Ballerini. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Y’all, the phone lines are open and the Gilpers are calling in! This week Katie is answering your questions in a Girls in Low Places Q&A episode — covering dating American men, the Luke Combs Wembley ticket war, Riley Green backlash, and why Gavin Adcock might just be next on our list 👀 From being stood up on dating apps to figuring out if Josh Ross wants a sausage roll, Katie spills all the chaotic, hilarious, and occasionally delusional truths about love, country boys, and the madness of fandom life. 💔 Expect laughter, a few existential crises, and a lot of GIRLS IN LOW PLACES energy as Katie tackles your dilemmas about emotionally unavailable musicians, situationships, and getting your boyfriend into country music. Featuring Gilper voicemails, Nashville dreams, and some passionate takes on why gatekeeping country gigs is out — this solo episode proves that no matter how low the place, there’s always a girl (and a cowboy) trying to climb back up. 🎧 Listen to Girls in Low Places wherever you get your podcasts for your weekly dose of British country chaos. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome back to Girls In Low Places — the country music podcast that asks the questions only British girls would dare. This week, Katie pulls her bar towel over her shoulder, sighs about her “regulars who never leave,” and pours a few too many pints for Virginia’s own 49 Winchester. What starts as a dive-bar therapy session turns into a full-blown Appalachian confessional — from creepy mountain myths and the Mothman to double-decker buses, fry-ups, and who in the band would die first in a horror movie. The boys talk Leaving This Holler, homesickness, and the beauty of finding your tribe on the road, plus why British fans feel like long-lost Appalachian cousins. There’s a lot of laughter, and a lesson in how to drink through a fake beard. Pour yourself something strong and pull up a stool — it’s a Girls In Low Places Lock In, and 49 Winchester arent leaving... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

🎙 This week on Girls In Low Places we’re joined by Jack Saunders, Radio 1’s New Music presenter, and his Texan wife Ash Smith, model and actress, to chat all things country meets culture. We dive into the growing impact of country music in the UK, Jack’s dream country collab, and why Brits are finally catching the southern bug. Jack spills behind-the-scenes stories from his interview with Waylon Wyatt, we react to Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman’s split, Taylor Swift’s new album, and discuss the wave of rock artists turning country. If you want a fresh take on why country has captured UK pop culture, you don’t want to miss this episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on Girls In Low Places we’re giving you the real review of the ICONIC Opry 100 concert and all the butterflies that were in the air as if you were right there with us. We also dive into the GILPER feedback on the C2C headliners, and yes… Katie is spectacularly hungover for the entire episode after a wild night "Saltburning" Ozzy. Expect laughter through the pain, some heavier topics and a little GILP restructure at the end from Ozzy. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on Girls In Low Places, we’re joined by rising country star Hannah McFarland to talk all things Karma in love, her so-called “2 Month Curse”, and those swirling Chase Rice rumours. Hannah opens up about staying true to herself, finding strength in the Backbone of authenticity, and why sometimes you just have to Let Him go... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Drake Milligan joins Girls in Low Places for a chat that Sounds Like Something I’d Do. From collaborating with Shania Twain to a message for his female fans who say Don’t Leave Me Loving You, Drake opens up about his journey from Elvis swagger to Nashville star. We talk why he wants to impersonate Tom Jones, his unexpected role in Joseph and the Technicolour Dreamcoat and overall just some classic Girls In Low Places LOLZ. 🎙️ Subscribe for more country music interviews, backstage gossip, and flirty chaos from the Girls in Low Places Podcast — the UK’s #1 country music podcast. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Riley Green’s second date with me turned into the flirtiest interview yet. From sharing cereal in the Worst Way and moustaches in the bedroom drawer, to admitting he fancies me and almost writing a duet, it got steamy fast. He even revealed which country songs he loves to get romantic to - and after offering to Make It Rain, I don’t need to Change My Mind about a third date… In this Girls in Low Places podcast episode, Riley Green talks about: • His deluxe album songs (Make It Rain, Don’t Mind If I Do, Change My Mind, Worst Way) • His favorite songs to perform live • Which country music tracks are the sexiest to get romantic to • Why he shaved (and quickly grew back) his moustache • The flirty “cereal date” that turned into a songwriting session 🎙️ Subscribe for more country music interviews, backstage gossip, and flirty chaos from the Girls in Low Places Podcast — the UK’s #1 country music podcast. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We’re coming to you straight from The Long Road Festival for a special episode of our YETI Backstage Sessions! We’ve got backstage stories, a few secrets spilled about an upcoming Opry show, and of course… plenty of festival chaos from your hosts Ozzy and Katie as we run wild through the weekend. Features interviews with The Crowe Boys, Larry Fleet, Alana Springsteen and Erin Kinsey. Country music, laughs, and a little mayhem - everything you want from a festival episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We’re dropping the needle on the very first YETI Backstage Session at The Long Road Festival with Midland and Mackenzie Carpenter - turn it up, y’all! Join us for a toe-tappin’ game of “I Wish You Would” while we spin tales about iconic outfits, the wildest fake rumours, wedding guest dance-floor anthems, and of course… the song they’d choose to get down and dirty to. We’re talkin’ Drinkin’ Problem-level confessions, Burn Out-worthy breakdowns, and moves so smooth they’ll make you feel like Longneck Way to Go is just around the bend. Festival vibes, backstage banter, and enough laughs to make you wanna hit Mr. Lonely… but you might end up calling Make a Little chaos. This episode hits all the right notes, and you’ll be craving a replay as soon as it’s over. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Next thing you know… Jordan Davis is in the studio with us! We get into beard-fishing confessions, which of his kids he’d actually trust to stay home alone, who should be Katie’s wedding date, Luke Combs’ song crowdsourcing, and a little marriage advice for Ozzy. Oh, and of course - how we’re plotting ultimate revenge on Thomas Rhett after that infamous “goodnight” prank… which maybe we take a bit too far. Unfiltered, hilarious, and the kind of Jordan Davis chat you won’t hear anywhere else but Girls In Low Places. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.