Episode 239: The Legacy of Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton was more than a country music superstar. She was a songwriter, actress, entrepreneur, philanthropist, author, and one of the most recognizable and beloved entertainers the world has ever known. In this episode of the K J and A Podcast, Kevin and Jay take some time to celebrate the incredible life and legacy of Dolly Parton following her passing at the age of 80. We talk about the music that made her a legend—from “Jolene” and “9 to 5” to “I Will Always Love You” and “Coat of Many Colors”—as well as her unforgettable movie roles, her larger-than-life personality, and the business empire she built around herself. But Dolly’s legacy goes far beyond entertainment. Through the Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, she helped put hundreds of millions of books into the hands of children around the world. The program began in 1995 and now distributes millions of free books every month. We also talk about Dollywood, her songwriting, her influence on generations of artists, the way she could cross musical and cultural boundaries, and what made Dolly seem to connect with just about everybody. This isn’t simply a goodbye to a celebrity. It’s a celebration of Dolly Parton—the artist, the entertainer, the businesswoman, the philanthropist, and the person. Thank you, Dolly. Email us at [email protected] Give us a call or leave a message at, 858-848-KJNA (5562) Linktree: linktr.ee/kjandapodcast Facebook: @kjandapodcast Instagram: @kjandapodcast X (Twitter): @KJandAPodcast Threads: @kjandapodcast Tiktok: @kjandapodcast Blue Sky: @kjandapodcast Youtube: @KJandAPodcast Patreon: Patreon.com/kjandapodcast Just plain old donate? buymeacoffee.com/kjandapodcast