About this episode

In this episode, Tim Batts and Josh Williams interview Jerry Douglas, exploring his influential career in acoustic music.

In this milestone episode, we sit down with one of the most influential musicians in modern acoustic music history — Jerry Douglas . This is Part 1 of a special two-part conversation , and it’s packed with stories, wisdom, and behind-the-scenes moments from a career that has shaped bluegrass and beyond. Jerry Douglas didn’t just play the dobro — he transformed it. His creativity helped elevate the instrument from a supporting role to a powerful lead voice in acoustic music.

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