• My Boomer Buddies Podcast: Remembering The Classic, 'Harper Valley PTA'!

  • Jan 23 2025
  • Length: 23 mins
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My Boomer Buddies Podcast: Remembering The Classic, 'Harper Valley PTA'!

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  • Harper Valley PTA

    Summary

    In this episode of My Boomer Buddies, hosts Rick Reed and Tere Walsh delve into the iconic song 'Harper Valley PTA,' recorded by Jeannie C. Riley and written by Tom T. Hall. They explore the song's historical context, its impact on country and pop music, and the cultural significance it held during the late 1960s. The conversation also touches on the music video, the story behind the song, and its adaptations into a movie and TV show. The hosts reflect on the legacies of both Riley and Hall, discussing their contributions to music and the challenges they faced throughout their careers.

    Takeaways

    • Harper Valley PTA was a groundbreaking song for women in music.
    • Jeannie C. Riley's performance style was revolutionary for her time.
    • The song's lyrics addressed social issues and hypocrisy.
    • The dobro is a unique instrument that adds depth to country music.
    • The song's success led to a movie and a TV adaptation.
    • Tom T. Hall's songwriting was inspired by real-life events.
    • Jeannie C. Riley faced personal challenges but continued her career.
    • The legacy of 'Harper Valley PTA' endures in popular culture.
    • Ben Colder's parody added a humorous twist to the original song.
    • The conversation highlights the nostalgia of the 1960s music scene.

    Titles

    • The Story Behind Harper Valley PTA
    • Jeannie C. Riley: A Trailblazer in Country Music

    Sound Bites

    • "Harper Valley PTA was recorded in 1968."
    • "The dobro is played on a lap with a bar."
    • "Harper Valley PTA got a lot of play."

    Chapters

    00:00

    Introduction to Harper Valley PTA

    00:57

    The Impact of Jeannie C. Riley

    03:18

    Cultural Significance of Harper Valley PTA

    09:02

    The Story Behind the Song

    11:42

    From Song to Screen: The Movie and TV Show

    17:33

    Tom T. Hall: The Storyteller

    19:54

    Remembering James Walsh and Gypsy


    I declare that I do not own the rights to this music. All rights belong to the owners. The copyright disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act of 1976 gives ‘Fair Use’ allowances for educational value among others. This video is for educational purposes.


    Here is the link to the original music video used for this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HOefY-wjA7U&list=PPSV

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