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Music Interviews · John Ritter

Rise Up Country

by John Ritter

America's favorite radio show for Hope and Inspiration is now available as a weekly 25-30 minute Podcast. On each episode, Host John Ritter, shares stories from callers all across the country. Each caller has overcome all different types of adversity with the power of Prayer and Hope that is bound to inspire. In addition, John interviews todays biggest Country stars who share parts of their life that you may have never heard before. Get your weekly dose of Inspiration on the Rise Up Country Podcast!

Latest episodes

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Episode 37: A Rockin Testimony from Kid Rock

In our latest episode, John had the chance to talk with Kid Rock about a Christian album project recently put out there. And let us tell you... there is an absolute great

Oct 30
25 min

Episode 36: Staying Hopeful When Life Gets Heavy with Josh Turner & Stella Lefty

What does it take to stay hopeful when life gets heavy? In this episode, we sit down with one of country music's most beloved voices, Josh Turner, and rising star Stella

Sep 25
27 min

Episode 35: Keeping God in the Equation

Gabby Barrett shares why she refuses to compromise her faith, the role God played in her love story, and how keeping Him at the center continues to guide her life.

Aug 26
17 min

Episode 34: Your Past Doesn’t Have to Write the Ending

Brantley Gilbert shares how becoming a father changed his perspective on his past—and how faith, forgiveness, and choosing a different path can lead to hope and a new beg

Aug 26
19 min

Episode 33: Phil Vassar a "Second shot at Life"

Listen in on our conversation with the one and only, Phill Vassar!

Apr 10
27 min

Episode 32: Lainey Wilson & Lanco

Tune in to listen to stories of hope, faith and inspiration. Lainey Wilson opens up about her spiritual journey and her crazy career. The band Lanco share stories about t

Oct 29 2025
24 min

Episode 31: Russell Dickerson & Matt Cooper

Listen to stories of hope, faith, and inspiration. Russel Dickerson will share about his intervention of God in his life & newcomer Matt Cooper will share his story on ho

Sep 11 2025
22 min

Episode 30: Chris Janson

Listen in to how Chris Janson's new project, "Wild Horses" truly reflects his self confidence and being a great dad!

Sep 11 2025
29 min

Episode 29: Neal McDonough

Join John as he and Neal McDonough talk all things hope and inspiration!

Jun 23 2025
25 min

Episode 28: Jelly Roll & Craig Morgan

Join John Ritter as he talks with Craig Morgan - Hearing why Craig Morgan re-enlisted in the Army only speaks to the servant's heart of the man. Then, join the conversati

Jun 6 2025
21 min

Episode 27: Conner Smith and Average Joe

Join us this week as we talk with Connor Smith as he shares his story about the importance of being loyal to your friends. Plus we have the chance to talk with Joe Kenned

Dec 11 2024
25 min

Episode 26: Ronnie Dunn & Luke Bryan | Lessons in INSPIRATION and HOPE

Another inspirational podcast is here! Ronnie Dunn shares some of his own "then out of nowhere moments" that made his career. Luke Bryan shares the meaning behind his new

Dec 3 2024
15 min

Episode 25: Tyler Hubbard and Matt Stell | Lessons in HOPE

We're back for a New Episode of Rise Up Country - The Podcast and on this one we've got Tyler Hubbard and Matt Stell as our Guests! We can't wait to hear your stories as

May 7 2024
21 min

Episode 24: Sam Hunt and Larry Fleet | Messages of Hope

Please join us for Episode 24 of The Rise Up Country Podcast with Larry Fleet and Sam Hunt. We've got a great new episode for you with incredible stories of hope and insp

Apr 25 2024
28 min

Episode 23: Darius Rucker and Connor Smith | Stories of Hope

In this Episode of the Rise Up Country Podcast John has a chance to catch up with Darius Rucker and talk about all of the exciting things he has going on in his life righ

Apr 14 2024
28 min

Episode 22: Chayce Beckham and Parmalee | Faith in the Journey

You're not going to want to miss this incredible Episode of the Rise Up Country Podcast! Joining us are Chayce Beckham and Parmalee! They'll be opening up and sharing the

Mar 21 2024
27 min

Episode 21: A Tribute: Toby Keith and Carrie Underwood

Over the years we have been so blessed to have some fantastic interviews with Toby Keith. In this Episode we re-live some of our favorite ones and Carrie Underwood joins

Feb 23 2024
27 min

Episode 20: Lainey Wilson and George Birge | The Stories we Share

Rise Up Family: Join us for an incredible episode with Lainey Wilson and George Birge as they share some special stories with us! Lainey talks about driving a truck, arri

Jan 20 2024
29 min

Episode 19: Dierks Bentley and Aaron Tippin | The Value of Time and God's Not Done with you

On Episode 19 we've got Dierks Bentley and Aaron Tippin joining us. Dierks shares some stories about the value of time and some of his greatest Memories with his Father

Jan 16 2024

Episode 18: Darius Rucker and Parmalee | Lessons in Faith and Lifting People Up

On this next episode of the Rise Up Country Podcast we welcome Parmalee and Darius Rucker. Darius shares what lifts him up and shares stories about his song Church Hymn

Dec 6 2023
25 min

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