In Episode 55 of the Try That in a Small Town podcast, journalist and cultural commentator Jason Whitlock joins songwriters Kurt Allison, Neil Thrasher, Tully Kennedy, and Kelley Lovelace to speak boldly on the power of faith, the roots of real America, and the state of our nation’s soul. The episode offers an intimate look at how one man’s journey through journalism, culture, and country music has led him to a place of unapologetic truth-telling in a time of national confusion.
Whitlock brings a powerful mix of street wisdom and spiritual clarity as he recounts his upbringing in Indianapolis, where his father—an entrepreneur and bar owner in working-class Black neighborhoods—taught him resilience, masculinity, and the value of community. It’s a far cry from the identity politics peddled today, and Whitlock makes that contrast clear. His early exposure to family values and responsibility laid the foundation for a career marked by courage and candor.
Having relocated to Nashville in 2020, Whitlock explains how country music—particularly from artists like Morgan Wallen, Aaron Lewis, and Jason Aldean—captivated him with its honest storytelling and American backbone. He praises the way country artists speak plainly about faith, loss, patriotism, and perseverance—values he believes are essential for cultural survival.
The episode explores what it means to take a stand in a post-truth world. From confronting wokeness in sports and media, to encouraging men to step up in their families and churches, Whitlock’s message is clear: America needs more people willing to speak truth, grounded in the Bible, regardless of the backlash.
This isn’t just a conversation about music or memories—it’s a rally cry for men and women who are tired of being silent in a time of moral decay. It’s about restoring courage in our homes, communities, and institutions.
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