The Songs That Save Me
Podcast Description
Nikki Bolden has been many things in her 25 years - a music journalist, songwriter, bartender and waitress to name a few. But the one thing that remains constant is that she is a music lover. Nikki’s passion for music and her love for speaking to people about the details of their lives are combined with The Songs That Save Me. On the show, she speaks to friends, family and personal heroes about the songs that are important to them and why they mean so much. As a fan of live music in particular, she incorporates the medium by including live performances by select guests. This podcast is here to prove that there truly is a song for everything.
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This podcast explores themes surrounding the emotional significance of music, featuring guests who share pivotal songs in their lives. Episodes include discussions about personal stories tied to songs like Jessie Frye's 'Secret Heart' dealing with grief and Alex Gonzalez's reflection on Frank Ocean's 'Forrest Gump', focusing on how these songs resonate with their experiences.

Nikki Bolden has been many things in her 25 years – a music journalist, songwriter, bartender and waitress to name a few. But the one thing that remains constant is that she is a music lover. Nikki’s passion for music and her love for speaking to people about the details of their lives are combined with The Songs That Save Me. On the show, she speaks to friends, family and personal heroes about the songs that are important to them and why they mean so much. As a fan of live music in particular, she incorporates the medium by including live performances by select guests.
This podcast is here to prove that there truly is a song for everything.
Nikki returns with a brand new conversation with Fort Worth singer-songwriter Matthew McNeal! They talk about his song “Dropped the Ball,” a standout track on his latest album HIGHLONESOME.
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