Goodbye, Dolly: Remembering the Smoky Mountain Queen

In this emotional yet highly celebratory tribute episode, host Rita Cosby honors the incredible life, wit, and legacy of the late, great Dolly Parton following the news of her passing after a brief battle with cancer. Listeners from across the country dial in to share how Dolly’s iconic music and legendary generosity—from giving away millions of books to kids to donating $1 million to COVID-19 vaccine research—guided them through life's biggest milestones and darkest hours. Packed with Dolly's most famous quips, her smart-as-a-whip business decisions (like saying no to Elvis), and her fiercely independent, apolitical stance, this episode is a beautiful look at country music’s ultimate, beloved queen.