Who is the host of Dolly Parton's America?
Hosted by Jad Abumrad. Produced and reported by Shima Oliaee. Dolly Parton's America is a production from OSM Audio and WNYC Studios. In this intensely divided moment, one of the few things everyone still seems to agree on is Dolly Parton—but why?
Why “Dolly Parton’s America?
Dolly Parton’s America is a production from OSM Audio and WNYC Studios. In this intensely divided moment, one of the few things everyone still seems to agree on is Dolly Parton—but why? That simple question leads to a deeply personal, historical, and musical rethinking of one of America’s great icons.
What is Dolly Parton's Stampede?
This episode delves into the controversy surrounding Dolly Parton's Stampede (formerly known as "Dolly Parton's Dixie Stampede")—a dinner theater that presents the Civil War as a friendly competition between neighbors.
Is Dolly Parton dead or Alive?
The answer is deeply surprising. In this episode, Dolly tells a story of finding God in an abandoned church filled with X-rated graffiti. And she speaks of her plans for how she'll be remembered after she's gone—how her voice will live on for the next 50, 100, 200 years. She's Alive!
Does Dolly Parton have a podcast?
'Dolly Parton's America' Is The Best Podcast Of 2019.
What is Dolly Parton's podcast about?
Dolly Parton's America is a 2019 podcast hosted by Jad Abumrad and reported and produced by Shima Oliaee at WNYC Studios. It is a nine-part non-fiction series based on Dolly Parton's career and enduring legacy.
Does Dolly Parton have tattoos?
But in a new interview for W Magazine, Dolly revealed she isn't fully tatted up. "I have a few little tattoos here and there," said the singer, who has previously revealed she has ink of ribbons, bows, beehives and butterflies. "I don't have the real heavy, dark tattoos. Mine are all pastel.
Is Dolly Parton on Spotify?
The Very Best Of Dolly Parton - Compilation by Dolly Parton | Spotify.
What is Dolly Parton worth?
$350 millionThat self-confidence has paved her way to financial success. In August 2021, Forbes estimated the singer-songwriter's net worth at $350 million. Parton has notably donated millions of dollars over the years, to causes like education, animal preservation and Covid-19 vaccine research.
Who is Shima Oliaee?
Shima Oliaee is a first generation American, born and raised in Nevada. She is the co-creator of the nine-part series Dolly Parton's America, which received several national awards including a George Foster Peabody Award, an Edward R Murrow Award, and a New York Festival of the Arts Award.
Why does Dolly not wear short sleeves?
She may wear gloves to cover up scars and tattoos. Ever notice that Dolly Parton is also always wearing long sleeves? In an interview with Vanity Fair, Dolly commented on rumors that she wears them to cover up her tattoos, emphasizing that she doesn't like that people make such a big deal about them.
Why does Dolly always wear gloves?
"I have a tendency to have keloid scar tissue, and I have a tendency where if I have any kind of scars anywhere then they kind of have a purple tinge that I can never get rid of," Dolly said. "So [my tattoos] are all pastels, what few that I have, and they're meant to cover some scars."
Why are Dolly Parton's hands covered?
“However, I can relay third-hand information that she was asked about the gloves by fans while filming scenes for her upcoming movie Joyful Noise and told them that last year she had had corrective hand surgery (medical, not cosmetic) and it left a scar that she's covering.”
Where can I listen to Dolly Parton in America?
Dolly Parton's America on Apple Podcasts. In this intensely divided moment, one of the few things everyone still seems to agree on is Dolly Parton—but why? That simple question leads to a deeply personal, historical, and musical rethinking of one of America's great icons.
Is Apple music better than Spotify?
Spotify vs Apple Music: Sound quality But in the here and now, Apple Music is the clear winner. While standard-quality streaming is 256kbps, Apple Music already offers lossless audio ranging from 16-bit/44.1kHz to 24-bit/192kHz.
What did Dolly Parton's husband do?
Carl Thomas DeanDolly Parton / Husband (m. 1966)
The Vanishing of Harry Pace Trailer from the Creators of Dolly Parton's America
From the team who brought you Dolly Parton's America, Jad Abumrad and Shima Oliaee, we have a new six-part series over at Radiolab called The Vanishing of Harry Pace.
Traveling Creatures: live music from the series
Two more live songs we loved by two bluegrass musicians: Nora Brown and Amythyst Kiah.
Dixie Disappearance
Is it possible, at this moment in time, for everyone to be included in Dolly Parton’s America?
Dolly's Wildflowers: live music from the series
While touring the Dollyverse, we bumped into a bunch of amazing musicians not named Dolly. In this bonus ep, we play you a few of the sounds we heard.
The Only One For Me, Jolene
One of Dolly’s most iconic and successful songs is “Jolene,” a song about a romantic rival trying to steal her man... but, what if it isn't?
Dollitics
Jad accompanies Dolly on the way to the red carpet premiere of 9 to 5 the Musical in London, a revival that brings the film and the music back into conversation in the #MeToo era.
Neon Moss
On the mountaintop, we go back in time, and across the world - to discover the unlikely connection between Dolly's home and Jad's father Naji.
From WNYC Radio
In this intensely divided moment, one of the few things everyone still seems to agree on is Dolly Parton—but why? That simple question leads to a deeply personal, historical, and musical rethinking of one of America's great icons. Join us for a 9-episode journey into the Dollyverse. Hosted by Jad Abumrad. Produced and reported by Shima Oliaee.
The Vanishing of Harry Pace Trailer from the Creators of Dolly Parton's America
July 6, 2021 • Hi, Dolly Parton's America fans! We're sharing a new trailer for our new 6-part series The Vanishing of Harry Pace -from the creators of Dolly Parton's America, Jad Abumrad and Shima Oliaee - now premiering at Radiolab. It was Motown before Motown, FUBU before FUBU: Black Swan Records. The label founded 100 years ago by Harry Pace.
She's Alive!
December 31, 2019 • As Dolly will tell you, so much of who she is - her creativity, her music, her stance on life - emanates from her faith, but what exactly is that faith? The answer is deeply surprising. In this episode, Dolly tells a story of finding God in an abandoned church filled with X-rated graffiti.
Traveling Creatures: live music from the series
December 24, 2019 • In this second bonus music episode, we play two live songs we recorded, sung by bluegrass musicians Nora Brown and Amythyst Kiah. You can find Nora on facebook @norabrownbanjo, instagram @little.nb, and her music at jalopyrecords.org and on Spotify.
Dixie Disappearance
December 17, 2019 • This episode delves into the controversy surrounding Dolly Parton's Stampede (formerly known as "Dolly Parton's Dixie Stampede")—a dinner theater that presents the Civil War as a friendly competition between neighbors.
Dolly Parton's America
December 3, 2019 • At the University of Tennessee in Knoxville, we drop in on a history class called "Dolly Parton's America." (We borrowed the name for our series!) Taught by Dr. Lynn Sacco, the class is filled with college students who grew up in rural Appalachia, many of whom are the first in their families to attend college.
Dolly's Wildflowers: live music from the series
November 26, 2019 • Music performed by: Justin Hiltner (@hiltnerj, http://justinhiltner.com) Esther Konkara (@esther_konkara) Steph Jenkins (@slhjenkins, http://www.stephaniejenkins.info) Stephanie Coleman (@stephiecoleman) Courtney Hartman (@courthartman, https://www.courtneyhartman.com) Shelley Washington (@shelleyplaysaxy, http://shelleywashington.com) Bora Yoon (@borabot, http://borayoon.com) Caroline Shaw (@caroshawmusic, https://carolineshaw.com) Recordings from National Sawdust were part of the NationalSawdust+ series: Elena Park is the curator of NationalSawdust+ Special thanks to recording engineer Garth MacAleavey, Jeff Tang, Charles Hagaman, and everyone at National Sawdust.
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In this intensely divided moment, one of the few things everyone still seems to agree on is Dolly Parton—but why? That simple question leads to a deeply personal, historical, and musical rethinking of one of America’s great icons.
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