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May 22, 2025 30 mins
Laine Hardy, the Louisiana country music star and 2019 "American Idol" winner, speaks with host Kiran Chawla about his journey to fame, family life, and upcoming music projects.

He reflects on the emotional highs of his Idol experience, the challenges he faced—and the valuable lessons he learned.  Laine shares how fatherhood has transformed his perspective and emphasizes the importance of faith, family, and personal growth.

He also discusses his interests beyond music, including archaeology and a brief stint in biblical college, ultimately leading to a new appreciation of cherishing life’s journey and connections to his community.

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Chapters
05:30 Life Changes: Fatherhood and Engagement
06:29 Musical Journey Post-American Idol
08:35 Overcoming Bumps in the Road
12:16 Music Career Update
16:31 Discovering Lane Hardy's Hobbies
20:18 Diving into Biblical Studies
21:28 Music as a Lifelong Passion
26:02 Speaking with John Foster

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