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It’s a jam-packed edition of The Morning Brew with Chris Bennett & Best Friends as we spotlight this week’s Country Climb Star of the Week: Austin Burke — a Scottsdale native turned Nashville powerhouse whose viral songs and Playlisted podcast are changing the game for independent country artists. We talk to Austin about his journey from singing the national anthem at age three to landing a publishing deal with Thomas Rhett’s Home Team.

But the biggest surprise comes from beloved local legend Jineane Ford, who shares her shocking story after being off the air — she was kicked by a horse during a trail ride and had to be air evacuated with a broken leg. Her story is one of resilience, community response, and recovery (complete with a wound vac and all). We’re sending healing vibes her way!

Then, to wrap things up, our favorite redneck Paul from Beaumont joins us for a rowdy round of “Beer Fact or Redneck Fiction” in honor of International Beer Day. From whale testicle brews to beer spas, you’ll never guess what’s real and what’s just good ol’ fashioned country nonsense.

This episode has it all — heart, humor, and a whole lot of hops. Hit play and subscribe to stay connected to your small-town morning show with big-time feels.