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The Bus Call

Hosted by Courtney Gladney · society · EN

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About this Podcast:

🎧 BUS CALL: The Podcast Life. Music. Madness. Told from the bus. Bus Call takes you behind the curtain of the touring music industry—past the stage lights, past the glamour, and straight into the real conversations that happen at 2:00 AM on a tour bus . Hosted by Courtney Gladney , this podcast is where artists, musicians, MDs, audio engineers, production managers, tour managers, and crew tell the stories you never hear on stage. The wins, the mistakes, the lessons, the laughs, and the moments that shape careers. Expect raw honesty , industry gems , and unfiltered storytelling from people who actually do the work—night after night, city after city. On Bus Call , you’ll hear: 🎤 How top artists and crews really build their careers 🎚️ Behind-the-scenes stories from tours, rehearsals, and load-outs 🚌 Life on the road: relationships, faith, family, and balance</li

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Verified email

Booking probability

28%

Guest openness

Selective

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80/100
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What is The Bus Call about?

🎧 BUS CALL: The Podcast Life. Music. Madness. Told from the bus. Bus Call takes you behind the curtain of the touring music industry, past the stage lights, past the glamour, and straight into the real conversations that happen at 2:00 AM on a tour bus.

Who hosts The Bus Call?

The Bus Call is hosted by Courtney Gladney. The show has published 8 episodes to date.

What has The Bus Call covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Michael Harper on FOH, Tour Life, Jazz Mixing, Growth, Relationships & Giving Back Today!!" (27 April 2026, 48 minutes), "Michael Harper on FOH, Tour Life, Jazz Mixing, Growth, Relationships & Giving Back Today!!" (27 April 2026, 48 minutes), and "Protecting The Culture: Anthony "BIG Tone" Paulk" (16 March 2026, 37 minutes).

How often does The Bus Call publish?

The Bus Call publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 54 minutes across 8 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on The Bus Call?

Booking probability for The Bus Call is 28%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Bus Call requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Bus Call's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch The Bus Call?

The strongest fits for The Bus Call are Artists, Writers & Performers. The Bus Call has a society audience.

About the host

Courtney Gladney hosts The Bus Call, a society podcast with 8 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Episode #8

    Michael Harper on FOH, Tour Life, Jazz Mixing, Growth, Relationships & Giving Back Today!!

    Apr 27, 202648 minS1

    In this episode of Bus Call, Michael Harper, a front of house engineer and touring manager, shares his journey in the audio and visual industry, emphasizing the importance of continuous learning, adaptability, and...

  • Episode #8

    Michael Harper on FOH, Tour Life, Jazz Mixing, Growth, Relationships & Giving Back Today!!

    Apr 27, 202648 minS1

    <p>In this episode of Bus Call, Michael Harper, a front of house engineer and touring manager, shares his journey in the audio and visual industry, emphasizing the importance of continuous learning, adaptability, and...

  • Episode #7

    Protecting The Culture: Anthony "BIG Tone" Paulk

    Mar 16, 202637 minS1

    <p>When it comes to security, many people think of a simple role of guarding doors or checking IDs. However, as Anthony "BIG Tone" Paulk, an executive security officer, reveals in this discussion, the job encompasses...

  • Episode #6

    From Haiti to the World: Production Manager Henry Timothee on Touring & Legacy

    Mar 10, 20261h 8mS1

    <p>In this episode of Buzz Call the Podcast, host Courtney Gladney interviews Henry Timothy, a seasoned production manager and audio engineer who has worked with numerous high-profile artists. Henry shares his journey...

  • Episode #5

    Organized Under Pressure: Production Life with Shenelle Freeman, October London Tour PC

    Mar 2, 202643 minS1

    <p>In this episode, Shanel lFreeman, a production coordinator for October London, shares her journey in the music industry, discussing the challenges of being a woman in a male-dominated field, the importance of...

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  • Episode #4

    Legacy Sounds & Modern Tools: FOH Meets Playback | Nigel Lawrence (Jodeci, SWV, Fantasia)

    Feb 25, 202653 minS1

    <p>In this episode, Courtney interviews Nigel Maestro Lawrence, a renowned front of house monitor engineer, who shares insights into his musical journey, mixing techniques, and the importance of continuous learning in...

  • Episode #3

    From FOH to the World: Mixing with Purpose & Power | Amanda Davis (Ella Mai, Tank & The Bangas)

    Feb 15, 202658 minS1

    <p>In this episode of Bus Call, Amanda Davis shares her journey as a prominent audio engineer, discussing her roots in Memphis, her education, and her experiences working with legendary artists like Prince and Stevie...

  • Episode #2

    “MUSIC DIRECTOR LIFE: Leading the Band, Leading the Moment” Robert “RJ” Jones

    Feb 8, 202652 minS1

    <p>Summary</p><p>In this episode of Bus Call to Podcast, RJ, the Musical director for October London, shares his journey from humble beginnings in Birmingham, Alabama, to touring with legends like Patti LaBelle and...

  • Episode #1

    “GRAMMY NIGHTS & BUS CALLS: Building Legacy Together” Avery*Sunshine & Dana Johnson

    Feb 1, 20261h 20mS1

    <p>In this episode of Bus Call, Grammy award-winning duo Avery Sunshine and Dana Johnson discuss their journey in the music industry, the challenges of balancing marriage and business, and the lessons learned from their...

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