Podcast Episode Summary

Podcast: The Bobby Bones Show (BOBBYCAST)
Episode Title: Katie - Host of Girls in Low Places on Country Music in the UK + Backlash From Viral Moment with Riley Green + Why She Flashed Tucker Wetmore + Industry Plants, Honky Tonks, The Spice Girls
Release Date: November 25, 2025
Host: Bobby Bones
Guest: Katie Atkin, host of "Girls in Low Places" podcast

Overview

In this episode, Bobby Bones sits down with Katie Atkin, the vibrant and witty host of "Girls in Low Places," a UK-based country music podcast. Their conversation dives deep into the state of country music in the UK, cultural differences between Britain and the US, the podcast's rapid rise, viral moments and backlash, country fandom, and Katie's unique comedic approach to interviewing American country stars. The tone is candid, irreverent, and energetic, offering a fresh, global perspective on country music culture.

Key Topics & Discussion Highlights

1. The Genesis and Style of "Girls in Low Places" [05:16–08:36]

• Podcast Origins & Mission: Katie talks about starting the show to fill a gap for female-focused, immersive, and satirical country music content in the UK.
• Creative Interview Style: The show blends immersive experiences, spoofs, and unconventional interviews, especially with male artists (e.g., dressing up or re-enacting music videos).
• Female-Coded Yapping: With female acts in the studio, the energy is described as a "really like girl-coded yap."
  • Notable Quote: “I really like to get [female acts] in the studio. It feels like a really like girl coded yap. And we can just talk and talk and talk about nice girly things.” — Katie Atkin [06:31]

2. Country Music’s Unlikely Boom in the UK [07:43–10:52]

• Ease of Access to Artists: Katie describes how UK press runs for US artists are smaller, resulting in better, quicker access.
• Fandom Divide: The surge in new country fans has split the scene between “originals” (who reminisce about intimate gigs for huge US acts) and newcomers excited by arena shows.
• Cultural Fit: Katie argues that despite stereotypes, the UK has deep rural and countryside connections aligning with country music values, even though outsiders focus on London.

3. The British Countryside Meets Nashville [11:35–14:11]

• Comparisons and Stereotypes: Bobby and Katie banter about what Americans associate with London (royals, soccer, old buildings) versus actual rural British life.
• Parallels: Brits are drawn to country music as escapism, in the same way they watch American reality TV.
  • Notable Quote: "People are wearing cowboy hats to Tesco...we want to feel it. It's escapism for us.” — Katie Atkin [13:01]

4. The Mechanics and Realities of the Industry (“How the Sausage Is Made”) [15:07–17:02]

• Cynicism About the ‘Industry Plant’ Phenomenon: Bobby and Katie discuss artists who seem to succeed more due to industry backing than talent.

  • Notable Quote: “It drives me crazy because they're terrible and they have hits and I want to scream from the friggin’ top of the roofs, ‘This person sucks. They're not good.’” — Bobby Bones [16:27]

• Maintaining Authenticity: Both share stories of fighting for non-traditional voices and identities in a sometimes exclusionary Nashville system.

5. Flipping Fandom: From Uncool to the Cool Table [18:22–20:33]

• British Fans Pick Their Own Favorites: Unlike the US, UK fans aren’t told which singles to like by radio; they learn albums top-to-bottom and often know the "B-sides" just as well.

  • Notable Quote: “We don't get told what is our favorite song. Which I think means that that's got a real joy for the British listeners...You pick out.” — Katie Atkin [18:25]

• Shift from Polite to Rowdy Crowds: The demographic at UK country shows is getting younger and more energetic, causing a rift with longtime fans who preferred hushed, respectful gigs.

6. Viral Moments, Trolling, & Backlash [37:07–41:41]

• Riley Green Viral Interview: Katie recounts the interview moment that went viral after she playfully crawled across a table toward the country singer. This led to media backlash questioning gender dynamics and the appropriateness of her style.
  • Notable Quote: “You became the story. Once it hits a certain amount of streams, you're now the story.” — Bobby Bones [38:15]
• On Dealing With Criticism: Both discuss struggles with online hate and the emotional toll of becoming ‘the story’, as well as the importance of authenticity.

7. Interviewing Tips and Red Carpet Strategy [75:56–76:53]

• Bobby’s Practical Advice: When working awards show carpets, set clear expectations with artists about interview length to keep things smooth and calm.
  • Notable Quote: “You need to let them know what your expectation is from them...then I can give them full everything and not have to worry they're going to keep me for longer.” — Bobby Bones [76:13]

8. Anecdotes: Flashing Tucker Wetmore and Fangirl Moments [73:09–75:56]

• Tucker Wetmore Story: Katie tells a wild story about playfully flashing (simulated) an up-and-coming country artist at a CMA Fest, leading to a fun, ongoing gag between them.
• Embracing the Persona: Katie and Bobby discuss the fun and chaos of being known for zany, memorable moments—and the blurry line between persona and real life.

9. Gender, Fame, and Women in Country Conversations [56:08–61:58]

• Kelsea Ballerini and Carrie Underwood: Katie admires artists who open challenging conversations about women and motherhood, and both discuss how introversion in public life is misconstrued as rudeness.
• Pressure to Please: Katie reflects on the exhaustion that comes from being both entertainer and accessible everywoman, plus fears about “resting bitch face” and letting people down.
  • Notable Quote: “I ruined every country gig in the UK for the rest of life...because I can't just go. If someone says, hey, oh my God, girls in the places, I am like, hi, how are you?” — Katie Atkin [60:27]

10. UK vs. US Country Perspective [64:57–65:37]

• Should Katie Move to Nashville?: Bobby recommends she remain UK-based; her difference is her magic.
  • Notable Quote: “I think you have far more value not here. What's interesting about you is that you're not here and that you don't sound like people from here.” — Bobby Bones [65:37]

11. Katie’s Podcast Origin Story [47:06–50:51]

• Born Out of Heartbreak: Katie reveals the podcast was born after a life-changing trip to Nashville led her to call off a wedding, start anew, and create a podcast for “girls in low places.”
• From Therapy to Success: What started as a distraction quickly became a phenomenon and a voice for British women in country music.

Notable and Memorable Quotes

• “We want to bring in the new fan. We want to get people to bigger, better venues. We want to have like our own mini Nashville in like Camden somewhere.” — Katie Atkin [10:12]
• “As a British, we love that...it’s escapism for us.” — Katie Atkin [13:01]
• “There are artists who are awesome people, but there are some that are so celebrated, that are just dirt bags.” — Bobby Bones [15:31]
• “We don’t get told what’s our favorite song...that’s got a real joy for the British listeners.” — Katie Atkin [18:25]
• “You became the story. Once it hits a certain amount of streams, you’re now the story.” — Bobby Bones [38:15]
• “But what was gone viral was not negative at all… you just have that same percentage of idiots that grows because the percentage of people are growing.” — Bobby Bones [39:25]
• “With podcasting, we can do the cool media interview, but also from the POV of a fangirl.” — Katie Atkin [64:06]
• “I think you have far more value not here. What’s interesting about you is that you’re not here and that you don’t sound like people from here.” — Bobby Bones [65:37]

Lighthearted & Cultural Highlights

• Mr. Bean 'Connection': Katie riffs on possibly being related to Rowan Atkinson (Mr. Bean) due to her surname, even demonstrating her best Bean face [81:27–82:54].
• Spice Girls: Katie plans to wear a Union Jack dress à la Ginger Spice to the CMAs, and they share nostalgia and fondness for the Spice Girls [43:05–44:27].
• Flashing Tucker Wetmore: Katie recounts a memorable moment flashing (jokingly) Tucker Wetmore, which evolved into an inside joke [73:09–75:22].

Segment Timestamps

• Podcast/Guest Introduction: [02:41–05:16]
• Podcast Origins & Style: [05:16–08:36]
• UK Country Music Scene: [08:36–12:33]
• Rural UK vs. London Discussion: [12:33–14:11]
• Escapism/Fandom/Culture Clash: [14:11–18:22]
• Industry Plants/Authenticity: [15:07–17:02]
• British Fans’ Unique Preferences: [18:22–20:33]
• Viral Moments & Trolling: [37:07–41:41]
• Gender/Fame/Accessible Persona: [56:08–61:58]
• Advice for Red Carpets: [75:56–76:53]
• Pop Culture/Spice Girls/Mr. Bean: [43:05–44:27], [81:27–82:54]
• Podcast Origin Story: [47:06–50:51]
• Should Katie Move to Nashville?: [64:57–65:37]
• Fun with National Identifiers (UK/England/Ireland): [83:09–85:23]

Tone and Takeaways

• Humorous and Unvarnished: The conversation is unfiltered, playful, and self-deprecating—Katie’s British wit and Bobby’s candidness lead to honest reflections on fame, industry hypocrisy, and why Katie’s podcast resonates across borders.
• Celebration of Otherness: The episode spotlights how Katie’s outsider status in Nashville adds value—and why she shouldn’t assimilate away her difference.
• Resilience in the Face of Backlash: Both hosts share their coping mechanisms for fame, trolling, and professional setbacks.
• Inspiration for Creators: Katie’s leap—from heartbreak to podcasting success—serves as an uplifting case study for chasing personal and creative fulfillment at any age.

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