Not many artists actually hail from Tennessee, but the scenic valleys and rolling hills of The Volunteer State are part of Dustin Lynch’s DNA. In this episode of On the Bus, Country Thunder CEO Troy Vollhoffer sits down with Dustin to discuss his journey from playing fraternity parties and weddings across the southeast to being the first country artist with a club residency at the Wynn in Las Vegas. Plus, stick around for our new segment, Thunder Strike, where Troy features upcoming festival performer Riley Green’s hit song “Damn Good Day to Leave” to give you a taste of what’s to come at Country Thunder in 2025.…
From AI: The conversation covers various topics including the benefits of electric lawnmowers, the concept of rest as resistance, and personal experiences with injuries. The hosts discuss the advantages of electric lawnmowers over gas-powered ones, highlighting their quietness and environmental friendliness. They also mention that California has banned gas lawnmowers and leaf blowers. The concept of rest as resistance is explored, with the idea that taking time for rest and self-care is a form of resistance against the constant demands of capitalism. The hosts share their personal experiences with injuries, including back problems and sprained ankles. The conversation explores personal experiences with injuries and surgeries, as well as speculations on the greatest achievements that could occur in our lifetime. The internet is considered the greatest achievement so far, while other possibilities include the cure for all infectious diseases, space travel and colonization, and the discovery of immortality. The conversation also touches on the role of AI in these achievements. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss their plans for taking care of their aging parents. Lazarus shares that his mom is already in care and his older sister is managing her finances. They had to sell her house to pay for her care. Lazarus hasn't thought much about his dad's future, but hopes he will be around for a while. Emilio talks about his mom taking care of his 102-year-old grandma and realizes he will likely have to move back to Boston to help take care of them. Z shares that he tried to move his dad to Missoula but it didn't work out. They discuss the challenges and fears of taking care of aging parents.…