Remembering Dolly Parton's Musical and Philanthropic Legacy
Dolly Parton's death at 80 prompted a profound cultural reckoning, not just as a country music icon but as a singular figure who transcended politics, genre, and identity through authenticity, generosity, and strategic brilliance. The episode explores her legacy through the eyes of sociolog
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