Priscilla Block opens up about the mental, physical, and spiritual “come to Jesus moment” that changed everything.

In this conversation, Priscilla shares what burnout really looked like behind the scenes, how nonstop touring and pressure left her feeling empty, and the moment she realized she stopped recognizing herself. Sitting on a beach in New Zealand, exhausted and overwhelmed, she experienced a turning point that led her to reset her life from the inside out.

We talk about what rebuilding actually looks like, not in theory, but in daily life. From small habits like walking and discipline, to faith, gratitude, and protecting your peace, Priscilla breaks down how she rebuilt her confidence and clarity.

This episode covers:

• Burnout and identity loss in the music industry

• The mental, physical, and spiritual reset that changed her path

• Faith, gratitude, and returning to her roots

• 75 Hard and why discipline became self-respect

• The pressure to stay relevant on social media

• Redefining success beyond hits and numbers

• Health, growth, and preparing for the next season of life

This conversation is for artists, creatives, entrepreneurs, and anyone who has ever felt burned out while chasing something they love.

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Full Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hOjAs5F7-dsIn this powerful clip from The Stephan Hogan Podcast, Kip Moore speaks directly to rising country artists about a mistake he believes is hurting new careers. He warns young artists to stop copying the styles of major stars like Morgan Wallen and Zach Bryan. He explains why imitation never leads to long term success and why building your own identity is the only path that lasts. Kip Moore talks openly about what he is seeing inside country music today. He describes the pressure artists feel to chase whatever is selling at the moment and why that approach leaves them stuck as short lived trends instead of original voices. He uses Morgan Wallen’s explosive popularity and the wave of artists trying to match Zach Bryan’s sound to show how fast these trends disappear. In this clip Kip Moore explains:• Why copying the current biggest sellers will never work in your favor• How audiences can instantly hear when something is not authentic• Why chasing trends leaves you behind the moment the original artist evolves• The importance of originality for anyone who wants a real career in country musicIf you are an independent artist, songwriter, producer, or a country music fan who wants to understand the current landscape, this conversation is essential. Kip Moore brings real insight into what is and is not working in Nashville right now, and why the future belongs to the artists who sound like themselves.Connect with us:https://www.tiktok.com/@stephanhoganhttps://www.instagram.com/stephanhoganhttps://www.facebook.com/stephanhoganEmail: contact@mavericksmediaco.comFilmed in Nashville, TNProduced: Stephan HoganMavericks Media Co. Production

In this episode of The Stephan Hogan Podcast, Stephan sits down with Marc Rucker for a deep conversation about royalties, income streams, ownership, and the financial blind spots most people never learn about.

Marc Rucker is a senior leader at SoundExchange, the organization responsible for collecting and distributing digital performance royalties to artists and rights holders. His work focuses on helping creators understand where their money actually comes from and how ownership and royalties function in the modern music economy.

Marc breaks down why so many talented people struggle financially, not because they lack skill, but because they were never taught how money actually works behind the scenes. From royalties and recurring income to the difference between earned income and owned income, this conversation exposes how misunderstanding cash flow keeps people stuck even when they appear successful on the surface.

Together, Stephan and Marc discuss:

• Why royalties are misunderstood and underutilized

• The difference between one-time paychecks and long-term income streams

• How ownership changes everything

• Why most people work harder but make less over time

• The mental shift required to think in assets instead of hours

This episode is essential listening for creatives, musicians, songwriters, entrepreneurs, and independent builders who want to stop trading time for money and start thinking about sustainability, leverage, and freedom.

If you’re searching for podcasts about royalties, passive income, music business income, creator economy, ownership, financial literacy for creatives, or multiple income streams, this conversation with Marc Rucker will give you clarity most people never receive.

No hype. No shortcuts. Just an honest discussion about money, responsibility, and building something that lasts.

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Bear Rinehart of NEEDTOBREATHE sits down with me for an honest, unguarded conversation. No talking points. Just heart.

We get into:
• Writing alone vs. co-writing — why Bear prefers honesty over formula
• Finding humanity in music when everything sounds “too perfect”
• How therapy, faith, and trauma shaped Bear’s songwriting
• The story behind “Mama Loves Me” and what makes vulnerability timeless
• Touring, sobriety, and balancing music with fatherhood
• Working with producer Dave Cobb on NEEDTOBREATHE’s new record
• Why Red Clay Strays represent the return of realness in music
• What it means to surrender control and find peace through weakness
• The importance of mentors, growth, and longevity in a 20-year career
• Bear’s advice to young artists navigating today’s music industry

We also talk Red Clay Strays, Carrie Underwood, John Mayer, why imperfect recordings can hit harder, and the story behind “Mama Loves Me.”
Bear shares how morning writes changed his process, how demos shaped the band, and why the goal isn’t to “top the old stuff”—it’s to tell the truth now.

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Multi-platinum country artist Kip Moore joins The Stephan Hogan Podcast for an unfiltered conversation about truth, disillusionment, and the pursuit of authenticity in modern music. From his breakout hit “Somethin’ ’Bout a Truck” on Up All Night to his latest single “The Crown” and album Solitary Tracks, Kip opens up about walking away from the industry system — even while bringing in millions for his label, UMG.

Ignored by executives and feeling disconnected from the machine he helped fuel, Kip made the choice to leave. He talks candidly about how that decision revealed who his real friends were, how many drifted when the business ties broke, and why he’s never been more at peace or more creatively fulfilled.

Across albums like Wild Ones, Slowheart, Wild World, Damn Love, and Solitary Tracks, Kip Moore has built a devoted international following — from sold-out arenas in Australia and the UK to stadiums in South Africa — by refusing to chase trends or social media validation. Instead, he’s doubled down on honesty, faith, and the kind of connection that only comes through real art.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Why mystery, honesty, and risk matter more than ever
• Walking away from UMG after being ignored despite massive success
• How the people he thought were close drifted when he left the label
• The creative and spiritual freedom that followed
• Finding balance through solitude, faith, and surfing
• Turning down a multi 6 figure half time show to protect his integrity
• How he built global success without US radio support or TikTok fame
• Why the UK, Australia, and South Africa embraced his music
• The deeper message of Solitary Tracks

A raw, honest look at what success really costs — and what’s waiting on the other side when you choose truth over comfort.

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Tell me if you know these names: Kelly Clarkson, Reba McEntire, Kane Brown, Lil Baby, Tim McGraw, Sexy Red, Blessing Offor, Miranda Lambert, BigXthaPlug, Ingrid Andress, Bailey Zimmerman, Monsta X, Ella Langley, Thomas Rhett, Lauren Spencer Smith, and Ben Platt.

If you do, today’s guest, Laura Veltz, has written songs for all of them.She’s the Grammy-nominated songwriter behind “Blue Strips” (Jesse Murph), “The Bones” (Maren Morris), “Speechless” (Dan + Shay), “29” (Demi Lovato), “What If I Never Get Over You” (Lady A), “Drunk Last Night” (Eli Young Band), and “Lonely Eyes” (Chris Young).Laura has earned ACM, CMA, BMI, and NSAI accolades, is a four-time Grammy nominee, was honored in the Recording Academy’s inaugural class for Songwriter of the Year (Non-Classical) in 2023, and made history as the first woman ever to top Billboard’s Country Songwriter Chart. In 2022, Billboard also named her Songwriter of the Year.In this episode, we dive into:-The craft of songwriting—the rules, and how to break them-Mentorship and why it should always be free-The “post-hit hangover” no one warns you about-Mental health, meditation, and how to enjoy the creative process again-Her unique writing process with Jesse Murph and how “Blue Strips” came to life-The pressure of Nashville’s co-writing culture and how to find peace in it-Laura’s honesty and humor shine through in every minute of this conversation. This episode is a --masterclass for anyone who writes, creates, or dreams.Listen to Laura’s Podcast: Songwriter SoupHosted by Laura Veltz, Liz Rose, and Erin Enderlin, Songwriter Soup explores creativity, money, and mental health in the songwriting business.Follow Laura Veltz:Instagram / TikTok → @lauraveltzPodcast → https://songwritersoup.lnk.to/listen

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In this episode of The Stephan Hogan Podcast, Nashville publisher Chris Farren shares how he built Combustion Music from scratch, guided only by gut instinct and a belief in songwriters.

With 116 #1’s to date, Combustion Music has become one of Nashville’s most respected independent publishing companies, signing and developing writers like Ashley Gorley, Jeffrey Steele, and Kings of Leon. But the journey wasn’t easy—Chris transitioned from being a 9x #1 hit songwriter and producer to taking the biggest risk of his career: funding and running his own publishing company.

In this candid conversation, Chris reveals:
• How a songwriter’s instincts built Combustion Music from the ground up
• The story of signing Ashley Gorley before he became the most successful songwriter in history
• Why independence and self-funding were key to Combustion’s success
• How Nashville publishing has evolved over the past 25 years
• The realities of catalog sales, publishing deals, and royalties
• What makes a great songwriter beyond just talent
• The insecurities every creative faces—and how to overcome them
• Chris’s biggest lessons from balancing songwriting, producing, and publishing

Why listen?
If you’re curious about the Nashville music industry, songwriting, publishing, and catalog valuation, this episode is a masterclass. Chris Farren breaks down decades of experience into actionable lessons on resilience, leadership, and building a business that stands the test of time.

Chris Farren’s story proves that trusting your instincts and betting on yourself can lead to generational success in music.

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In this episode of The Stephan Hogan Podcast, Nashville hit songwriter Johnny Clawson reveals how he went from a Wall Street finance career in New York City to writing back-to-back #1 country hits for artists like Blake Shelton (“Texas”) and Ella Langley (“Weren’t for the Wind”).Johnny shares the truth about breaking into the Nashville music industry, the grind of writing 500+ songs before signing a publishing deal, and the tough realities of first contracts, draws, and catalog sales. He also opens up about mental health, the importance of Nashville’s songwriting community, and why betting on yourself is the only way to succeed.If you’ve ever wondered how to get a publishing deal in Nashville, what it takes to land a #1 country song, or how co-writing sessions really work, this episode is a masterclass in songwriting, music publishing, and career longevity in country music.Watch now to learn:• How Johnny Clawson left a finance job in NYC to chase songwriting in Nashville• The reality of first publishing deals, royalties, and songwriter draws• Behind-the-scenes stories of co-writing Blake Shelton’s “Texas” and Ella Langley’s “Weren’t for the Wind”• Why Nashville songwriters write 200+ songs a year to compete in the industry• The importance of strong hooks, choruses, and collaboration in hit songwriting• How Nashville’s music community supports mental health and resilience• Why “showing up” and “daring to fail” are keys to breakthrough success• Johnny’s long-term vision for songwriting, publishing, and balancing personal life with career• Insider advice for aspiring songwriters, artists, and independent musicians navigating NashvilleWhy listen?Whether you’re a country music fan, songwriter in Nashville, or independent artist, this episode is packed with insider tips, real-life stories, and actionable advice on building a sustainable career in today’s country music business.Johnny breaks down the songwriting process, explains publishing contracts in plain English, and shares the lessons he learned on his way to becoming a Billboard Country #1 songwriter.Connect with us:https://www.tiktok.com/@stephanhoganhttps://www.instagram.com/stephanhoganhttps://www.facebook.com/stephanhoganEmail: contact@mavericksmediaco.comFilmed in Nashville, TNProduced: Stephan HoganMavericks Media Co. Production