Episodi

  • Dropped the Ball with Matthew McNeal
    Aug 29 2025

    Nikki returns with a brand new conversation with Fort Worth singer-songwriter Matthew McNeal! They talk about his song “Dropped the Ball,” a standout track on his latest album HIGHLONESOME.

    For some extra tidbits about this episode, and regular updates from Nikki, subscribe to her free Substack newsletter, Cowgirl from Memphis.

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    https://www.instagram.com/matthewmcnealtx/

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    https://www.instagram.com/msnikbolden/

    Thanks for listening!

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    34 min
  • Some Things (we've learned) with Ashton Edminster
    Apr 12 2025

    The Songs That Save Me is finally back with a new episode! Today, Nikki sits down with singer-songwriter and co-creator of The Super Sad Songs Show, Ashton Edminster. Ashton and Nikki talk about the track “some things (i’ve learned)” by Tiny Habits, how music helps them navigate their mid 20s, and the power of a great sad song.

    For some extra tidbits about this episode, and regular updates from Nikki, subscribe to her free Substack newsletter, Cowgirl from Memphis.

    Follow Ashton on the ‘gram here:

    https://www.instagram.com/ashtonedminster/

    Follow Nikki on the ‘gram here:

    https://www.instagram.com/msnikbolden/

    Thanks so much for listening - catch you on the next episode!

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    58 min
  • Deep in my Secret Heart with Jessie Frye
    Dec 22 2024

    In this episode of The Songs That Save Me, Nikki sits down with one of her favorite artists to interview, singer/songwriter Jessie Frye. Jessie discusses her new single “Secret Heart” and how writing it was a part of her journey with grief.

    For show notes and more updates from Nikki, subscribe to her free Substack newsletter, Cowgirl from Memphis.

    https://cowgirlfrommemphis.substack.com/

    Find Jessie on Instagram @ jessiefryemusic

    https://www.instagram.com/jessiefryemusic/

    Find Nikki on Instagram @ nikbolden

    https://www.instagram.com/nikbolden/

    What’s a song that saved YOU? Send Nikki a message on Instagram and let her know!

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    47 min
  • It's for You, Forrest with Alex Gonzalez
    Nov 17 2024

    We’re back - and this time, with prolific Dallas arts & culture journalist Alex Gonzalez as our guest! In this episode, Nikki and Alex chat about how “Forrest Gump” by Frank Ocean has made an impact on him.

    For show notes and more updates from Nikki, subscribe to her very free Substack newsletter, Cowgirl from Memphis.

    https://cowgirlfrommemphis.substack.com/

    You can also follow Nikki on Instagram, @ nikbolden.

    https://www.instagram.com/nikbolden/

    You can follow Alex @ alexgwriter.

    https://www.instagram.com/alexgwriter/

    Feel free to send Nikki a DM on the ‘gram about a song that saved YOU!

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    23 min
  • Episode 1: Grace is What Matters in Anything
    Nov 3 2024

    Well, hello there! On the first episode of The Songs that Save Me, host Nikki Bolden shares the story of how she discovered Jeff Buckley and the effect his song “Grace” has had on her since she first heard it about ten years ago.

    For show notes and more updates from Nikki, subscribe to her FREE Substack newsletter, Cowgirl from Memphis.

    https://cowgirlfrommemphis.substack.com/

    You can also follow Nikki on Instagram here, @ nikbolden.

    https://www.instagram.com/nikbolden/

    Check back soon for more interviews and musical stories!

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    6 min
  • Introducing THE SONGS THAT SAVE ME...
    Sep 13 2024

    Hi! Welcome to The Songs That Save Me, a new show about the joy of music and the personal stories behind our favorite songs, hosted by Nikki Bolden.

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    1 min