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The Chris & Sandy ShowThe Chris & Sandy Show gets up close & personal with amazing guests throughout the entertainment industry from artists, actors, authors & athletes. We get the stories behind their lives! https://www.ChrisSandyShow.com Author: The Chris & Sandy Show
The Chris & Sandy Show is your front-row seat to authentic conversations with the stars of the entertainment world. Hosted by Chris and Sandy Benton, this podcast goes beyond the surface to explore the real stories behind success. Through candid interviews with artists, musicians, actors, and industry professionals, each episode uncovers the passion, perseverance, and personal journeys that shape their careers. With a focus on raw, meaningful dialogue, Chris and Sandy create a space where guests feel comfortable sharing their challenges, breakthroughs, and defining moments. Whether you're a fan, aspiring artist, or just love hearing real stories, The Chris Benton Show offers an inspiring look at the highs and lows of the entertainment industryreminding you that behind every success is a story worth telling. Tune in for genuine, unfiltered conversations that bring you closer to the heart of entertainment, one story at a time. https://www.ChrisBentonShow.com (https://www.ChrisBentonShow.com) Language: en Genres: Film Interviews, Music, Music Interviews, TV & Film Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Jamie O’Neal: Gypsum, “There Is No Arizona,” & What It Really Takes to Last in Music
Tuesday, 20 January, 2026
In this episode of The Chris & Sandy Show, we sit down with Jamie O’Neal, the platinum-selling, four-time Grammy-nominated country artist behind the classic hit “There Is No Arizona.”Jamie opens up about her new album Gypsum and the personal journey that shaped it—from songwriting retreats in wide-open landscapes to producing the record alongside her husband. She shares the deeper meaning behind the album’s title, the emotional weight of including a song written by her late sister, and what this season of music represents for her today.We also talk about:Re-recording “There Is No Arizona” for its 25th anniversary and the memories that resurfacedThe patience it took for her breakout hit to climb the chartsImposter syndrome, God’s timing, and learning endurance through years of live performanceThe unseen grind of the music industry—travel, instability, cancellations, and sacrificeWhy family and team are essential to sustaining a long-term careerHer advice to parents of young artists and to anyone chasing a dream in musicThis conversation goes far beyond hits and accolades. It’s an honest look at longevity, resilience, and staying grateful in a career that constantly tests both faith and perseverance.If you’re an artist, creative, or someone navigating a long road toward purpose, this episode will resonate deeply.
