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Doc and Friends

Michael Studard

Doc & Friends on Riot Signal Radio is where metal, rock, chaos, and real conversation collide. Hosted by radio veteran Doc Studard, this podcast brings together musicians, creators, misfits, and friends for unfiltered conversations about music, radio life, underground scenes, mental health, creativity, and the stories behind the noise. Expect artist interviews, behind-the-scenes radio talk, metal nostalgia, indie discoveries, hilarious detours, and the kind of honest conversations that

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18:48

Randy Cobb: From Here to There and all the Songs Between

Doc and Friends ·

2026/02/16

This week on the Indie Spotlight, Doc sits down with Lower Alabama’s own Randy Cobb — a man who’s lived every mile of the music he writes.From Pensacola to Nashville, from trucking highways to climbing the indie charts, Randy talks about rejection, redemption, losing family during COVID, and how those moments fueled songs like “Not All Me” and “Country Boy.” Nothing fake. Nothing polished. Just truth, scars, and great country music. Turn it up.

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58:52

Dalton Jones - Right Here in the South

Doc and Friends ·

2026/01/04

On this episode of Doc & Friends, Doc sits down with Dalton Jones, a Jacksonville, Alabama native whose music is rooted in faith, family, and real Southern life.Dalton talks about growing up in church as a multi-generation pastor’s kid, singing alongside his father at just four years old, and the promise he made to his great-grandmother that still drives him to pick up a guitar and sing for people. The conversation moves through frustration, humility, and the moment he finally decided—after

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16:06

Indie Spotlight Artist Jeff Taylor

Doc and Friends ·

2025/12/15

🎙️ Indie Spotlight: Jeff Taylor | Kickin Kountry 101This week on Doc & Friends, I sit down with Indie Spotlight artist Jeff Taylor to talk about a lifetime in music, the long road back, and why it’s never too late to chase what you love. Jeff shares how he started on drums at age five, found his voice through ’90s country storytelling, and balanced a successful tech career with a passion for songwriting. We dive into the evolution of country music, the rise of AI, why real musicians still

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16:26

Creekbed Saints

Doc and Friends ·

2025/12/01

Episode Description – The Creekbed Saints: Grit, Guitars & Gospel TruthsIn this episode, Doc sits down with Creekbed Saints, one of the most authentic, story-driven bands rising out of the Southern backroads. From the mud, moss, and memories that shaped their sound to the honesty that cuts through every lyric, this conversation dives deep into who they are and why their music hits so damn hard. You’ll hear the band talk about: • Growing up Southern and how the land shaped their style • Honesty

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20:26

Bryan Payne Kickin Kountry Indie Spotlight Artist

Doc and Friends ·

2025/11/24

On this episode of Doc & Friends, Doc sits down with rising country singer-songwriter Bryan Payne, a California-born, Vegas-raised, Wisconsin-based artist with a story as wide and winding as the American map itself. From growing up in a military family to joining the Marine Corps during Desert Shield, Bryan’s path has been anything but ordinary — and it shows in the honesty and grit of his music.Doc and Bryan dive deep into the influences that shaped him, from 80s pop to punk, rap, arena rock,

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15:34

Texas Phenom Tristan Roberson

Doc and Friends ·

2025/11/21

Doc & Friends – The Tristan Roberson InterviewIn this episode of Doc & Friends, Doc sits down with one of Texas country’s fastest-rising stars — Tristan Roberson. With more than 11.7 million streams, a loyal fanbase of over 331,000 followers, and two consecutive #1 singles on Texas Country Radio (“Somewhere in Texas” and “One Night in Dallas”), Tristan is quickly becoming a name you’ll hear everywhere. Doc digs into Tristan’s whirlwind year — from releasing his debut album One Night in

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12:53

TashaAnn Indie Spotlight Artist on Kickin Kountry 101

Doc and Friends ·

2025/11/09

On this episode of Kickin Kountry 101’s Indie Spotlight, Doc sits down with rising country artist Tasha Ann—an 18-year-old singer whose voice carries the soul of Sunday mornings and the spirit of Saturday nights. From singing in church alongside her worship-leader mom to lighting up local stages with original country tunes, Tasha Ann’s story is one of faith, family, and fearless ambition.She talks about balancing her Christian roots with her love for country music, her “God-thing” partnership with

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14:34

Kickin Kountry 101 Indie Spotlight Artist CHRIZ KIZZIA

Doc and Friends ·

2025/11/02

🎙️🔥 NEW SERIES ALERT! 🔥🎙️We’re kicking off a brand-new feature on Kickin Kountry 101 — the Indie Spotlight Artist Interviews with Doc from Mornings with Doc! First outta the chute: Oklahoma’s own Chris Kizzia, whose mix of throwback country heart and Southern-rock grit is lighting up the MusicRow charts. From small-town roots and family influences to Nashville studio sessions — and yes, even a hilarious White Castle story — this one’s a must-read! 🎧 Then tune in to Mornings with Doc at 9 AM

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34:19

Talking Texas & Hollywood Legends: Barry Corbin on...

Doc and Friends ·

2025/10/25

Doc sits down with veteran actor Barry Corbin to talk about his long career — from Urban Cowboy and Dallas to Yellowstone and Tulsa King — and the Texas roots and stories that shaped his life and work.The conversation mixes behind-the-scenes anecdotes, memories of fellow actors and directors, reflections on his Marine Corps days and theater training, and a look at his ongoing projects and love of storytelling.

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71:49

Carl Wayne Meekins

Doc and Friends ·

2025/10/22

🎙️ Episode Title: “Carl Wayne Meekins: Music, Grit, and Paying It Forward” In this episode of Mornings with Doc, Michael “Doc” Studard sits down with country artist Carl Wayne Meekins — a Chesapeake, Virginia native whose journey from attic drums to Nashville stages is built on passion, perseverance, and heart. Carl shares how a life-changing health scare pushed him to refocus on what truly matters: making music that connects with people and giving back through his Play It Forward campaign — an

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86:57

Jodi Lynn (Studard) Courtney

Doc and Friends ·

2025/10/12

You never know what’ll happen when Doc picks up the phone — especially when his sister Jodi’s on the other end. In this unplanned, unfiltered episode, Doc “ambush calls” Jodi just to catch up, laugh, and stir up a little sibling chaos. What starts as a quick check-in turns into a heartfelt, hilarious dive into family stories, childhood flashbacks, and that one-of-a-kind brother–sister chemistry only the Studards can deliver. Grab a coffee, hit play, and hang out with the Doc & Friends crew for

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90:56

Doc & Friends ”Brian Ogle”

Doc and Friends ·

2025/10/04

I sit down with Brian Ogle.

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52:21

Episode II ”David Thomason Part I” & NEW Stateline...

Doc and Friends ·

2025/10/04

In Part 1 of my sit-down with David, we go from laughing about the downfall of Kmart to swapping family stories—like my mom’s legendary skills as an interrogator and my dad’s battle scars and injuries. I also break out a song close to the heart, “Down the Street” from the very first Stateline Saints album—written for David and his family. And as a bonus, you’ll hear an exclusive preview of “Casper Creek” from the upcoming album The Saints, dropping October 31st! If you’re from Millington, you

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5:56

Doc & Friends Intro

Doc and Friends ·

2025/09/26

Doc & Friends isn’t your typical interview show—it’s a front-porch conversation where every guest has a story worth telling. From my famous friends to the not-so-famous and even the infamous, we sit down to talk about the things that shape us: life in the South, our beliefs, friendships, rodeos, women, hard lessons, and the kind of stories you can only hear when the mics are on and the guard is down. It’s funny, raw, heartfelt, and unapologetically Southern—just like the people who pull up a

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