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EPISODE · Aug 27, 2026 · 24 MIN

Remembering Dolly w/ Kristen Meinzer

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Greta Johnsen talks with Kristen Meinzer about Dolly Parton's legacy of quiet kindness, persistent tattoo rumors, and the pandemic mornings that ran on "9 to 5."What You'll Hear:A Feed Full of Dolly: Greta and Kristen talk about the overwhelming, world-wide outpouring of love after Dolly Parton's passing, and why it feels different from the usual wave of celebrity mourning.The Dolly Room Confession: Kristen reveals she's recording from an apartment room dedicated entirely to Dolly memorabilia, and makes the case for the tattoo rumors being true.What Would Dolly Do: Before saying goodnight, Kristen offers a gentle reminder about grief, rainbows, and letting yourself cry a little.CHAPTERS:00:00 Late-night thoughts on Dolly and Tim Curry03:29 Kristen Meinzer joins to remember Dolly08:00 A rare, unified outpouring of love11:19 The tattoo rumors, investigated12:40 How a lifelong Dolly fandom began20:22 Saying goodnight to broken heartsFor the fully immersive, phone free light + sound experience, learn more at hatch.co. Follow us on TikTok @hatchpodcasts and YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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