330. Family, Faith, and Country Music with Heidi Parton

In this episode of the Radical Radiance Podcast, host Rebecca George sits down with Heidi Parton, niece of the legendary Dolly Parton. They discuss Heidi's experiences growing up in a musical family, her journey as a performer at Dollywood, and the emotional impact of music in their lives. Heidi shares her new show, 'Heidi Parton's Kin and Friends,' and reflects on the importance of preserving family legacies through music. The conversation also touches on the challenges of performing, voice care, and the upcoming Christmas show at Dollywood.

Keywords
Heidi Parton, Dolly Parton, Dollywood, country music, family legacy, performing arts, music therapy, personal growth, Christmas show, Radical Radiance

Takeaways
Heidi Parton is the niece of Dolly Parton and performs at Dollywood.
Dollywood offers a familial and cozy atmosphere for visitors.
Heidi's early memories include performing with her father at Dollywood.
Music has a profound emotional impact and connects people to memories.
Heidi wrote her first song, 'The Gift,' after her father's passing.
Preserving family legacies through music is important to Heidi.
Heidi emphasizes the importance of voice care and healthy habits for performers.
The upcoming Christmas show at Dollywood will focus on family memories.
Dolly Parton is known for her kindness and generosity.
Heidi's faith has played a crucial role in her personal growth and health.

Chapters
00:00 Welcome to Radical Radiance Podcast
03:12 Exploring Dollywood and Family Connections
06:03 Growing Up as Dolly Parton's Niece
08:57 The Joy of Performing at Dollywood
11:59 The Gift of Music and Personal Loss
15:06 Preserving Legacies Through Music
17:57 The Importance of Health and Voice Care
21:01 Creating New Experiences at Dollywood
23:56 Dolly Parton's Authenticity and Kindness
27:00 Looking Forward to the Christmas Show
29:58 Reflections on Faith and Radiance

Heidi Parton Website: https://www.heidipartonmusic.com/

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