The Most Conservative Country Songs of All Time ("Try That In a Small Town" is just the latest)

Guest Joseph Hudak, a music journalist and expert in country music history, joins host Brian Hiatt to break down Jason Aldean's controversial song 'Try That in A Small Town' and explore the fascinating history of reactionary country songs. They discuss the use of small towns caricature in conservative country songs, the beginnings of right-leaning and conservative songs in country music, the influence of cultural events on country music, and analyze problematic messaging in country songs.