WSM Radio's On Air with Eryn Podcast

Frank Ray is the inaugural guest on Backstage at Fairlane Hotel, a brand-new monthly series that brings On Air with Eryn out of the studio and into the heart of downtown Nashville for live conversations with artists, trailblazers, and the fans who support them. Recorded in front of a live audience at Fairlane Hotel, Frank opens up about his career journey, balancing music with his background in law enforcement, the importance of mental health, and what's next. It's an honest, fun conversation that marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for the show. On Air with Eryn airs weekdays from 3–7 p.m. CT on WSM Radio, home of the Grand Ole Opry. Hosted by award-nominated broadcaster Eryn Cooper, the show brings listeners backstage with country music's biggest stars and entertainment icons for conversations you won't hear anywhere else. In addition to hosting On Air with Eryn, Eryn also hosts The NashUp on CountryLine Radio in the U.K. Her broadcast career spans more than a decade across sports, news, country, and pop music, with work featured on ESPN, the SEC Network, NFL productions, BBC, Germany's ZDF, and more. Keep up with Eryn: Instagram, TikTok, and X: @onairwitheryn Facebook: Eryn Cooper And follow WSM Radio: @wsmradio

Priscilla Presley joins Eryn Cooper for an exclusive conversation about the stories behind An Intimate Evening with Priscilla Presley, preserving Elvis's legacy, his connection to country music, and the memories he shared about his only performance on the Grand Ole Opry. Plus, Priscilla reflects on her own remarkable career and why sharing these personal stories with audiences means more now than ever. On Air with Eryn airs weekdays from 3–7 p.m. CT on WSM Radio, home of the Grand Ole Opry. Hosted by award-nominated broadcaster Eryn Cooper, the show brings listeners backstage with country music's biggest stars and entertainment icons for conversations you won't hear anywhere else. In addition to hosting On Air with Eryn, Eryn also hosts The NashUp on CountryLine Radio in the U.K. Her broadcast career spans more than a decade across sports, news, country, and pop music, with work featured on ESPN, the SEC Network, NFL productions, BBC, Germany's ZDF, and more. Keep up with Eryn: Instagram, TikTok, and X: @onairwitheryn Facebook: Eryn Cooper And follow WSM Radio: @wsmradio

Just before their Grand Ole Opry debut, Nashville favorites The Band CAMINO sat down with Eryn Cooper to talk about the significance of the moment, their rise from local venues to sold-out tours, and what it means to bring their music to country music’s biggest stage. On Air with Eryn airs weekdays from 3–7 p.m. CT on WSM Radio, home of the Grand Ole Opry. Hosted by award-nominated broadcaster Eryn Cooper, the show brings listeners backstage with country music’s biggest stars and rising artists for conversations you won’t hear anywhere else. In addition to hosting On Air with Eryn, Eryn also hosts The NashUp on CountryLine Radio in the UK. Her broadcast career spans more than a decade across sports, news, country, and pop music, with work featured on ESPN, the SEC Network, NFL productions, BBC, Germany’s ZDF, and more. Keep up with Eryn: Instagram, TikTok, and X: @onairwitheryn Facebook: Eryn Cooper And follow WSM Radio: @wsmradio  

Kix Brooks of Brooks & Dunn and Briana Calhoun join Eryn Cooper to discuss Hope On The Inside, the nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing hope, healing, and opportunity to incarcerated folks and their families. The conversation explores the mission behind the organization and the impact music and community can have far beyond the stage. On Air with Eryn airs weekdays from 3–7 p.m. CT on WSM Radio, home of the Grand Ole Opry. Hosted by award-nominated broadcaster Eryn Cooper, the show brings listeners backstage with country music’s biggest stars and rising artists for conversations you won’t hear anywhere else. In addition to hosting On Air with Eryn, Eryn also hosts The NashUp on CountryLine Radio in the UK. Her broadcast career spans more than a decade across sports, news, country, and pop music, with work featured on ESPN, the SEC Network, NFL productions, BBC, Germany’s ZDF, and more. Keep up with Eryn: Instagram, TikTok, and X: @onairwitheryn Facebook: Eryn Cooper And follow WSM Radio: @wsmradio

In this Valentine’s Day 2025 conversation, LOCASH joins Eryn Cooper for a chat before their Opry performance that somehow includes dolphins, a possible case of unresolved fish trauma, and plenty of laughs along the way. It’s exactly the kind of unpredictable conversation listeners have come to expect from On Air with Eryn. On Air with Eryn airs weekdays from 3–7 p.m. CT on WSM Radio, home of the Grand Ole Opry. Hosted by award-nominated broadcaster Eryn Cooper, the show brings listeners backstage with country music’s biggest stars and rising artists for conversations you won’t hear anywhere else. In addition to hosting On Air with Eryn, Eryn also hosts The NashUp on CountryLine Radio in the UK. Her broadcast career spans more than a decade across sports, news, country, and pop music, with work featured on ESPN, the SEC Network, NFL productions, BBC, Germany’s ZDF, and more. Keep up with Eryn: Instagram, TikTok, and X: @onairwitheryn Facebook: Eryn Cooper And follow WSM Radio: @wsmradio

Fresh off a trip to C2C Festival in London, Drake Milligan joins Eryn Cooper to celebrate a major milestone: his album reaching No. 1 in the UK. The two discuss his growing international fanbase, his whirlwind year overseas, and why country music continues to resonate far beyond Nashville. On Air with Eryn airs weekdays from 3–7 p.m. CT on WSM Radio, home of the Grand Ole Opry. Hosted by award-nominated broadcaster Eryn Cooper, the show brings listeners backstage with country music’s biggest stars and rising artists for conversations you won’t hear anywhere else. In addition to hosting On Air with Eryn, Eryn also hosts The NashUp on CountryLine Radio in the UK. Her broadcast career spans more than a decade across sports, news, country, and pop music, with work featured on ESPN, the SEC Network, NFL productions, BBC, Germany’s ZDF, and more. Keep up with Eryn: Instagram, TikTok, and X: @onairwitheryn Facebook: Eryn Cooper And follow WSM Radio: @wsmradio  

Actor, songwriter, and country artist Charles Esten stopped by On Air with Eryn for a conversation that quickly turned into a live gameshow! Between plenty of laughs and a few unexpected twists, Charles shares stories from his career and proves he’s always game for a challenge. On Air with Eryn airs weekdays from 3–7 p.m. CT on WSM Radio, home of the Grand Ole Opry. Hosted by award-nominated broadcaster Eryn Cooper, the show brings listeners backstage with country music’s biggest stars and rising artists for conversations you won’t hear anywhere else. In addition to hosting On Air with Eryn, Eryn also hosts The NashUp on CountryLine Radio in the UK. Her broadcast career spans more than a decade across sports, news, country, and pop music, with work featured on ESPN, the SEC Network, NFL productions, BBC, Germany’s ZDF, and more. Keep up with Eryn: Instagram, TikTok, and X: @onairwitheryn Facebook: Eryn Cooper And follow WSM Radio: @wsmradio

Before making their Grand Ole Opry debut in summer 2025, Aly & AJ joined Eryn Cooper to talk about the milestone moment, their journey through music, and what it means to step onto one of country music’s most iconic stages. From growing up in the spotlight to carving out their own sound over the last 20 years, the sisters reflect on the road that brought them to the Opry circle. On Air with Eryn airs weekdays from 3–7 p.m. CT on WSM Radio, home of the Grand Ole Opry. Hosted by award-nominated broadcaster Eryn Cooper, the show brings listeners backstage with country music’s biggest stars and rising artists for conversations you won’t hear anywhere else. In addition to hosting On Air with Eryn, Eryn also hosts The NashUp on CountryLine Radio in the UK. Her broadcast career spans more than a decade across sports, news, country, and pop music, with work featured on ESPN, the SEC Network, NFL productions, BBC, Germany’s ZDF, and more. Keep up with Eryn: Instagram, TikTok, and X: @onairwitheryn Facebook: Eryn Cooper And follow WSM Radio: @wsmradio