Here we are at the end of season one of the Opry Dreamer Podcast, but y'all, I'm just getting started! The show will be back starting on Tuesday, October 15, 2019 (you didn't think I was gonna miss the opportunity to celebrate the Opry's birthday month did you? Heck no!) On this season I carved out some space to share some of my own stories with you and I hope that you feel like you know me a little bit better now! But next season I'll be focusing more on guest interviews to bring even more perspective, inspiration, and virtual mentorship your way! So keep creating, keep dreaming and stay tuned! Want more support and inspiration? Join the #GrandOleOpryGonnaBe Facebook Community so we can support you and your music! Socialize with the show:Opry Dreamer InstagramOpry Dreamer Facebook PageConnect With Me:Rachel Mae InstagramRachel Mae Facebook Pagewww.rachelmaemusic.comMusic by Rachel Mae Song: Future MemberPhotography: Barbara Potter PhotographyDesign: Rachel Mae

Opry Dreamer Podcast

Season One Wrap Up

I've got a list a mile long of musical influences who have helped to shape my love of music, but the spot at the top of that list belongs to my dad. So on today's show I'm going to tell you a little bit more about the man that taught me everything I know!Mentioned in this episode:David BrewerNobody Boogies Want more support and inspiration? Join the #GrandOleOpryGonnaBe Facebook Community so we can support you and your music! Socialize with the show:Opry Dreamer InstagramOpry Dreamer Facebook PageConnect With Me:Rachel Mae InstagramRachel Mae Facebook Pagewww.rachelmaemusic.comMusic by Rachel Mae Song: Future MemberPhotography: Barbara Potter PhotographyDesign: Rachel Mae

They Don't Make 'em Like My Daddy Anymore

In this episode of the Opry Dreamer Podcast, I'll share with you how Zane Williams and 99 Bottles of Beer helped me to reconnect with my musical dreams when I was close to quitting. I also explain my love for "and then" moments.Mentioned in this episode:Zane Williams 99 Bottles Overnight Success Want more support and inspiration? Join the #GrandOleOpryGonnaBe Facebook Community so we can support you and your music! Socialize with the show:Opry Dreamer InstagramOpry Dreamer Facebook PageConnect With Me:Rachel Mae InstagramRachel Mae Facebook Pagewww.rachelmaemusic.comMusic by Rachel Mae Song: Future MemberPhotography: Barbara Potter PhotographyDesign: Rachel Mae

99 Bottles Of Beer And Then...

On today's episode of the podcast I'm going to share with you how I originally vocalized my dream of making music my career, and the way it unfolded may surprise you! Giving your dream a voice is a powerful moment in any creative endeavor and my hope for this episode is that it will inspire you to claim your own dream and to start taking action toward it! And if you don't know exactly what your dream is yet, thats okay! Perhaps this episode will spark your curiosity and help to uncover something you hadn't yet recognized as a desire. Wherever you are in your journey, I'm here to support and encourage you and I'm cheering you on from my little corner of the world! To the dream, friends!  Mentioned in the episode:The Alchemist, Paulo CoelhoI Hear A Call, Emmylou Harris Want more support and inspiration? Join the #GrandOleOpryGonnaBe Facebook Community so we can support you and your music! Socialize with the show:Opry Dreamer InstagramOpry Dreamer Facebook PageConnect With Me:Rachel Mae InstagramRachel Mae Facebook Pagewww.rachelmaemusic.comMusic by Rachel Mae Song: Future MemberPhotography: Barbara Potter PhotographyDesign: Rachel Mae

Vocalizing Your Dream

Have you ever had a plan just completely fall apart right before a deadline? That's exactly what happened to me this week, and today I'm pulling back the curtain to share how I got back on track when I really felt like quitting. So tune in for some real talk about resistance, technology frustration and relationship struggles. Mentioned in the episode:Do The Work, Steven Pressfield Don't Quit, John Greenleaf WhittierWant more support and inspiration? Join the #GrandOleOpryGonnaBe Facebook Community so we can support you and your music! Socialize with the show:Opry Dreamer InstagramOpry Dreamer Facebook PageConnect With Me:Rachel Mae InstagramRachel Mae Facebook Pagewww.rachelmaemusic.comMusic by Rachel Mae Song: Future Member, I Just Wanna Be Mad (Terri Clark)Photography: Barbara Potter PhotographyDesign: Rachel Mae

I Just Wanna Be Mad For Awhile

To say that Waylon Jennings is one of my biggest influences would be an understatement.  I tell folks all the time that I believe Waylon is my honky-tonk guardian angel, and in this episode I share where I got that notion. Want more support and inspiration? Join the #GrandOleOpryGonnaBe Facebook Community so we can support you and your music! Socialize with the show:Opry Dreamer InstagramOpry Dreamer Facebook PageConnect With Me:Rachel Mae InstagramRachel Mae Facebook Pagewww.rachelmaemusic.comMusic by Rachel Mae Song: Future Member, Waylon's WordsPhotography: Barbara Potter PhotographyDesign: Rachel Mae

How Waylon Jennings Changed My Career

I’d be able to fund a new record if I had a dime for every time I’ve been asked this question after one of my shows “Have you thought about going on…" (insert the name of the most popular TV talent show of the time - American Idol, The Launch, America’s Got Talent, The Voice and the list goes on from there)I usually just respond with something like “Awe thank you! I’m so flattered that you think I’ve got what it takes to compete on..." (again- insert the name of the show) and that’s typically where I leave the conversation. I don’t go into my long winded explanation of why I don’t try out for TV talent competitions. But the truth is, early on in my career I did try out for one of those shows and I figured I’d share that experience with you today along with my 3 biggest takeaways from my brush with reality TV.Want more support and inspiration? Join the #GrandOleOpryGonnaBe Facebook Community so we can support you and your music! Socialize with the show:Opry Dreamer InstagramOpry Dreamer Facebook PageConnect With Me:Rachel Mae InstagramRachel Mae Facebook Pagewww.rachelmaemusic.comMusic by Rachel MaeSong: Future MemberPhotography: Barbara Potter PhotographyDesign: Rachel Mae

How Reality TV Impacted My Career

This week I got asked a great question that got me thinking and I felt like it was worthy of a  thoughtful response. On Instagram @realcountrymusicpage asked me  “do you support pop country or just traditional country?”  I know this is a hot button topic and there are some really strong opinions on both sides of the conversation because as music lovers we’re passionate and loyal when it comes to the music we support and love. But as the creator of a show that claims to champion for aspiring country artists, I thought it was a fair question to ask where I fall on the matter. So thats what I'll be diving into on this episode. Want more support and inspiration? Join the #GrandOleOpryGonnaBe Facebook Community so we can support you and your music! Socialize with the show:Opry Dreamer InstagramOpry Dreamer Facebook PageConnect With Me:Rachel Mae InstagramRachel Mae Facebook Pagewww.rachelmaemusic.comMusic by Rachel MaeSong: Future MemberPhotography: Barbara Potter PhotographyDesign: Rachel Mae

Pop Country vs Traditional Country

In this episode I share the story of my first trip to Nashville and my first in person visit to the Grand Ole Opry. I share the story of the song I wrote while Bill Anderson sang on the Opry stage, and I dive into why I think it's so important to take imperfect action toward your dreams. I open up about why I push past my comfort zone and why I'm not afraid to fail. Want more support and inspiration? Join the #GrandOleOpryGonnaBe Facebook Community so we can support you and your music! Socialize with the show:Opry Dreamer InstagramOpry Dreamer Facebook PageConnect With Me:Rachel Mae InstagramRachel Mae Facebook Pagewww.rachelmaemusic.comMusic by Rachel Mae Song: Future Member /Circle On The FloorPhotography: Barbara Potter PhotographyDesign: Rachel MaeContact: howdy@oprydreamer.com

How I'm Taking Imperfect Action Toward My Opry Dreams

Introducing the Opry Dreamer Podcast, the show devoted to supporting and encouraging aspiring country artists as they chase their Grand Ole Opry dreams! I'm your host, Rachel Mae and in this episode I'll be setting the stage for what's to come. I'll give you a brief introduction to me, an overview of what this show is all about and some context for why I created this podcast to begin with.  Want more support and inspiration? Join the #GrandOleOpryGonnaBe Facebook Community so we can support you and your music! Socialize with the show:Opry Dreamer InstagramOpry Dreamer Facebook PageConnect With Me:Rachel Mae InstagramRachel Mae Facebook Pagewww.rachelmaemusic.comMusic by Rachel Mae Song: Future MemberPhotography: Barbara Potter PhotographyDesign: Rachel Mae

Introducing the Opry Dreamer Podcast

Introducing the Opry Dreamer Podcast, the show devoted to supporting and encouraging aspiring country artists as they chase their Grand Ole Opry dreams! Making it to the Opry stage is the ambition of country artists around the world and on this podcast we go backstage with country music's brightest stars for some first hand insight on what it takes to chase down a dream of that magnitude.  We'll also sit down with industry experts for candid advice and actionable tips to fire you up and inspire you to take things to the next level in your music career. So pour yourself a cup of ambition and join me for a weekly dose of inspiration, mentorship and country music camaraderie! New shows will be air on Tuesdays!Be sure to come hang out on Instagram and join the #GrandOleOpryGonnaBe Facebook Community so we can support you and your music!Music by Rachel Mae Song: Future Member

Opry Dreamer Podcast Trailer

I'm Rachel Mae, country singer-songwriter, #GrandOleOpryGonnaBe and host of the Opry Dreamer Podcast, the weekly show devoted to supporting and encouraging aspiring country artists as they chase their Opry dreams!Making it to the Grand Ole Opry stage is the ambition of country artists around the world and on this podcast we go backstage with country music's brightest stars for some first hand insight on what it takes to chase down a dream of that magnitude. We'll also sit down with industry experts for candid advice and actionable tips to fire you up and inspire you to take things to the next level in your music career. So pour yourself a cup of ambition and join me for a weekly dose of inspiration, mentorship and country music camaraderie! New shows will be coming your way on Tuesdays!

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