Merle Haggard

Merle Haggard, a legendary country music singer and songwriter, discusses his rugged past of hopping trains and doing time, recalling a harrowing trek through a snowstorm. He reflects on how his prison experience became a catalyst for his music career, exploring themes of redemption and identity. Haggard also shares anecdotes about acquiring an observation car that now serves on the Virginia Scenic Railway. The conversation reveals the profound connection between his life experiences and his soulful songwriting.