Episodes

  • Special Edition: The Grand Ole Opry
    Nov 22 2024

    November 28, 2024 marks the 99th anniversary of a very famous American institution. This institution began under the name of the WSM Barn Dance. A radio show that was launched by my a man by the name of, George D. Hay. His first guest on this radio show was a 77 year-old fiddle player named uncle Jimmy Thompson, and all that man did was play fiddle tunes exactly like the one Sean open’s this episode playing (Georgia Horseshoe).

    The show was broadcast from the fifth floor of the National Life & Accident Insurance Company in downtown Nashville. It outgrew its tiny studio and went to a larger space, including studio, B and C in that building. In 1941 the show became a live stage show at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville.

    Why the history lesson?
    Sean Dietrich is making his fifth appearance on the Opry tonight and is sharing about his debut experience in 2023. In this moving account, he honors “Whispering” Bill Anderson and the many Opry members that make this such a special invitaiton.

    Tune in to hear Sean Dietrich on the Opry, Friday November 22, at Opry.com

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    Sean Dietrich is a columnist, humorist, multi-instrumentalist, and stand-up storyteller known for his commentary on life in the American South. His work has appeared in Newsweek, Southern Living, Reader's Digest, Garden and Gun, and his column appears weekly in newspapers throughout the U.S.He has authored eighteen books and over four thousand columns. He makes appearances on the Grand Ole Opry, and his work has been featured on the Today Show.


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    9 mins
  • A Southern Woman
    Nov 20 2024

    Sean gives a description of the southern woman from real life experience.

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    To sponsor an episode, email LauraBeth@SeanDietrich.com

    Sean Dietrich is a columnist, humorist, multi-instrumentalist, and stand-up storyteller known for his commentary on life in the American South. His work has appeared in Newsweek, Southern Living, Reader's Digest, Garden and Gun, and his column appears weekly in newspapers throughout the U.S.He has authored eighteen books and over four thousand columns. He makes appearances on the Grand Ole Opry, and his work has been featured on the Today Show.

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    4 mins
  • Here Comes the Sun
    Nov 18 2024

    Sean Dietrich walks through a cloudy day.

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    For information on events or other Sean of the South news, visit https://seandietrich.com/

    To sponsor an episode, email LauraBeth@SeanDietrich.com

    Sean Dietrich is a columnist, humorist, multi-instrumentalist, and stand-up storyteller known for his commentary on life in the American South. His work has appeared in Newsweek, Southern Living, Reader's Digest, Garden and Gun, and his column appears weekly in newspapers throughout the U.S.He has authored eighteen books and over four thousand columns. He makes appearances on the Grand Ole Opry,and his work has been featured on the Today Show.

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    4 mins
  • Small Towns
    Nov 15 2024

    Sean Dietrich shares his love for small towns.

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    For information on events or other Sean of the South news, visit https://seandietrich.com/

    To sponsor an episode, email LauraBeth@SeanDietrich.com

    Sean Dietrich is a columnist, humorist, multi-instrumentalist, and stand-up storyteller known for his commentary on life in the American South. His work has appeared in Newsweek, Southern Living, Reader's Digest, Garden and Gun, and his column appears weekly in newspapers throughout the U.S.He has authored eighteen books and over four thousand columns. He makes appearances on the Grand Ole Opry,and his work has been featured on the Today Show.

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    4 mins
  • If I Were Rich
    Nov 13 2024

    What would Sean Dietrich do if he was rich?

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    For information on events or other Sean of the South news, visit https://seandietrich.com/

    To sponsor an episode, email LauraBeth@SeanDietrich.com

    Sean Dietrich is a columnist, humorist, multi-instrumentalist, and stand-up storyteller known for his commentary on life in the American South. His work has appeared in Newsweek, Southern Living, Reader's Digest, Garden and Gun, and his column appears weekly in newspapers throughout the U.S.He has authored eighteen books and over four thousand columns. He makes appearances on the Grand Ole Opry,and his work has been featured on the Today Show.

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    4 mins
  • Veterans Day
    Nov 11 2024

    Sean Dietrich tells the story of a Veterans Day program in Boaz, Alabama.

    To subscribe to Sean's daily blog, https://seandietrich.com/subscribe/

    For information on events or other Sean of the South news, visit https://seandietrich.com/

    To sponsor an episode, email LauraBeth@SeanDietrich.com

    Sean Dietrich is a columnist, humorist, multi-instrumentalist, and stand-up storyteller known for his commentary on life in the American South. His work has appeared in Newsweek, Southern Living, Reader's Digest, Garden and Gun, and his column appears weekly in newspapers throughout the U.S.He has authored eighteen books and over four thousand columns. He makes appearances on the Grand Ole Opry,and his work has been featured on the Today Show.

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    7 mins
  • Bring On the New Year | Sean of the South
    Dec 21 2022

    The last show of the season is here. Out with 2022, in with 2023. Sean delivers a seasonal concert, playing old songs and favorites with friends and musicians. We hope you have a happy New Year.

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    56 mins
  • Charleston, South Carolina | Sean of the South
    Dec 16 2022

    Coming to you from Charleston, South Carolina, with special musical guest Chosen Road bluegrass band. Sean tells a story about a famous hymn, and then recounts the harrowing experience of singing in the Christmas choir of his youth.


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    1 hr