Best Justin Runnels Podcasts (2026)

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Episode 16: Alyssa "The Reel" McCoy 2:30:38

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3M ago2:30:38

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This week's episode features Alyssa McCoy, lead monitor engineer for Justin Moore. J.R., and Alyssa have a wonderful conversation about their time touring together, the ins and outs of what a monitor engineer does, and how a little girl from a small town in central Iowa grew up to live her dream. One of the best episodes yet! Show your appreciation…

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Episode 15: Blake Harris aka Wally 2:14:02

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On this weeks episode, J.R. is joined by fellow handler, Blake "Wally" Harris. They talk everything from Wayne Mills to Warren Haynes from DC to San Francisco. Wally has some incredible stories and insight from his years of working with the incomparable Jamey Johnson aka The Beard. Download and share with a friend now! Show your appreciation and se…

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Episode 14: Lee Gomila 2:01:55

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This week, J.R. sits down with his new friend from the road, Lee Gomila — the Tour Manager for country star Mitchell Tenpenny. The two swap stories from recent shows they worked together and dive into Lee's journey, from a rock 'n' roll kid out of Louisiana to making his mark in Nashville's country music management world. It's a fun, insightful con…

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Episode 13: Jeff Oliver 2:22:42

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On this week's episode, JR is joined by his long time tourmate and production manager extraordinaire Jeff Oliver. They discussed Jeff's unique route into the Nashville music scene and his years on the road, turning knobs as lead sound engineer for Justin Moore. Ever wondered how a kid from Ohio that grew up working in theatre ends up putting in alm…

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Episode 12: Justin David 2:04:03

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On this week's episode, J.R. is joined by his good friend and brother of the road, Justin David. He is a former fiddle player for Roy Clark, Colt Ford, turned Tour Manager for Creed Fisher and currently Rodney Atkins. They discuss Justin's journey in music as well as some great stories and memorable moments from his years on the road. An episode th…

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Episode 11: Ethan and Troy Strunk 1:57:03

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Y'all subscribe now! On this week's episode, J.R. is joined by not just one but two Tour Managers, and they're brothers! Older brother, Ethan, handles Luke Combs, and little brother Troy for Cody Johnson. Not too shabby for a couple of good old boys from Missouri. I wonder how they both got to those positions… Tune in and find out! Show your apprec…

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Episode 10: Gary Pettus 1:24:58

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Y'all subscribe now! On this week's episode, J.R. is joined on the Zoom machine by Gary Pettus. Currently Tour Manager for Dillon Carmichael hear how Gary went from a kid in North Carolina to working with one of the biggest rock bands in the world for over 20 years. They discuss his transition into country music, their appreciation for DC and their…

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Episode 9: Chris Lee a.k.a. Chris Gainz 1:51:07

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Y'all subscribe now! On this week's episode, J.R. is joined on the Zoom machine by his good friend and long time road warrior, Chris Lee. Chris Lee/Chris Gainz is one of the funniest tour managers you will ever meet, you don't want to miss this episode. They discus his early life leading him into the music business, and balancing work and family. F…

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Episode 8: Robert Gallagher 1:09:24

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Y'all subscribe now! This week's guest comes to us from his home base in the Lone Star State- Living legend Robert Gallagher comes on to discuss his history, and career at the legendary Billy Bob's in the stockyards of Ft Worth TX. He's been working with their entertainment department since 1981. Also, we discussed his relationship with our past po…

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Episode 7: Mike Nash 1:25:13

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Y'all subscribe now! This week current Tour Manager for Joe Nichols, Mike Nash joins J.R. on the zoom machine to discuss his journey from growing up as a fan of rock bands, to working with rock bands. Then working with one of the biggest managers in the business and how that let him into the world of country music. Also, another 2° of separation fr…

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Episode 6: Tommy "Opie" McDonald 1:27:27

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Y'all subscribe now! Veteran Road Warrior, and Tracy Lawrence's tour manager Tommy "Opie" McDonald joins JR on this week's episode. He's a true Arkansas Razorback. Hear how a childhood friend of Tracy Lawrence ends up being an integral part of his camp for over three decades. Think he's got some stories?? Show your appreciation and send a tip to th…

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Episode 5: (feat. Chris Tate) 1:38:47

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Y'all subscribe now! From a frozen field in Louisiana, to texting Stone Cold; The story of how Tater went from playing college baseball to a career as a Tour Manager. Currently Tour Manager for Big and Rich, Chris Tate sits down to give us his story and his long standing connections with J.R.. Show your appreciation and send a tip to the show, with…

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Bama in the Big Leagues (feat. Chase Butler) 1:23:40

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Y'all subscribe now! Chase Butler, Riley Green's right hand man talks about his connection to JR and how he got from working an internship at a radio station to working on one of the biggest tours today. Also they discuss the significance of Alabama artists currently thriving in the world of country music. Show your appreciation and send a tip to t…

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Drive Me Smooth (feat. Boyd Causey) 2:13:29

8M ago2:13:29

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Y'all subscribe now! Drive Me Smooth, Rowdy Randal! JR catches up with fellow TM and Alabama Brother Boyd Causey. Boyd has toured with artists of several different styles and has some great insight what it takes to make it on the road. He is currently TM for Chase Mathew but has worked in the past with Clay Walker, Chris Janson and Morgan Wade. Tun…

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Boston Johnny (feat. John Lessard) 1:30:06

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Y'all subscribe now! From the hockey rink to Music City, J.R. sits down with his good friend and fellow Tour Manager, Johnny Lessard currently Tour Manager for duo LoCash who just had their 3rd number one song at country radio! We discussed Johnny's journey and how he and the Handler first met. Show your appreciation and send a tip to the show, wit…

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Back to God's Country (feat. Jeff Gossett) 1:32:31

9M ago1:32:31

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Y'all subscribe now! On the first episode J.R. sits down with his old buddy and fellow Tour Manager Jeff Gossett (Morgan Wallen). Jeff has just gotten back from New York City doing Saturday Night Live with Morgan Wallen. They tell some road stories and talk about some characters from the road throughout the years. This is an episode you won't wanna…

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Intro Episode 53:21

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Y'all subscribe now! A one-of-a-kind talk show, that specifically brings you inside the industry of touring and country music, hosted by the road legend JR The Handler! Climbing the ranks of the industry by way of ALABAMA, JR made a name for himself as Jon Pardi's tour manager before solidifying his legacy as Justin Moore's current tour manager. Sp…