A Chat with John Driskell Hopkins: Zac Brown Band Founding Member's Courageous Battle with ALS
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In this heartfelt interview, Jason English sits down with John Driskell Hopkins, a founding member of the Zac Brown Band, to discuss his journey with ALS, his career in music, and the creation of the 'Hop for a Cure Foundation'. The conversation covers Hopkins' early music career, memorable moments with the Zac Brown Band, the impact of his ALS diagnosis, and his outlook on life and the future. Broadcasting live from Rock 'n Taco in Roswell, Georgia, the episode captures the resilience and positivity of an iconic musician facing a terminal illness.
00:00 Introduction and Personal Reflections
01:48 Understanding ALS: A Devastating Disease
02:19 John Driskell Hopkins: A Mission to Cure ALS
02:53 Interview with John Driskell Hopkins
03:38 Early Music Career and Meeting Zac Brown
11:44 The Grind and Breakthrough Moments
14:11 Songwriting and Personal Insights
20:14 Living with ALS: Emotions and Coping
23:54 Hop on a Cure: Fighting ALS
27:59 Closing Thoughts and Gratitude
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