In this episode of Set Lusting Bruce, host Jesse Jackson and guest Joe K step off the Springsteen track to honor Dolly Parton following news of her death on August 25, 2026, reflecting on her six-decade career as the “Queen of Country,” her landmark songs, acting roles, business success with Dollywood, and rare talent for reimagining other artists’ work. They share personal first memories of Dolly, discuss the story behind “I Will Always Love You,” and highlight her unmatched warmth, humor, talk-show brilliance, and ability to unite diverse audiences while advocating tolerance. Much of the conversation centers on her philanthropy—especially the Imagination Library and support for research tied to the Moderna COVID vaccine—urging listeners to donate and keep her legacy alive by revisiting her music, movies, and performances.
https://imaginationlibrary.com/
00:00 Porch Song Opening
01:17 Podcast Intro and Loss
02:41 Dolly Legacy Overview
03:17 Dollywood and Integrity
04:15 Songwriting and Covers
09:47 First Dolly Memories
12:55 Movies and Talk Shows
15:52 I Will Always Love You Story
19:05 Sexism and Respect
20:46 Tributes and Philanthropy
25:33 Imagination Library Call
28:36 Humor and Musicality
32:27 Acceptance and Unity
38:30 McCartney Tribute and Farewell
43:01 See Artists While You Can
45:43 Wrap Up and Closing Song
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