Dolly Parton’s America

The popularity of Dolly Parton's America, regarded as one of the finest podcasts, is due to its excessive overanalysis. With the exception of Dolly's ardent followers, people gave her lengthy and eventful career any attention. Only a select few people can persuasively justify a full podcast on their life, but Parton's music, politics, and personal life make for compelling listening. Jad Abumrad of Radiolab wrote and hosted the program, which expertly emotes and is nuanced in its storytelling. There aren't many issues with this ten-episode series, which also features a memorable soundtrack.

Nic Dobija-Nootens complimented Abumrad's interweaving of his own life experience with Parton's life in his review of the play, highlighting how the parasocial connections they have with your musical heroes may have a good impact. Shows like Dolly Parton’s America are becoming increasingly common in the audio space, so if you’ve already enjoyed the series, give Anything For Selena a listen.

Link: www.wnycstudios.org/podcasts/dolly-partons-america