{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Sheckler Spotlight","title":"Karen Waldrup: From Louisiana Roots to Blue Cowboy Boots | The Sheckler Spotlight Ep. 27","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/a3aaed25\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":4139,"description":"In Episode 27 of The Sheckler Spotlight, Harrison sits down with powerhouse country-soul artist Karen Waldrup — a top 5 finalist on The Voice Season 25 with over 1 million fans online and more than 400 million video views. Known for her Louisiana roots, signature storytelling, and viral hit “Blue Cowboy Boots”, Karen opens up about her journey from church choir to global stages, the music teachers who shaped her, and how faith fuels her artistry.They dive deep into the making of “Blue Cowboy Boots”, her experience on The Voice, and her passion for giving back through Mission of Hope Haiti — including her bold goal to build 100 homes for women and children in need. Karen also shares her philosophy on “touching the dream” and putting action behind your goals.🎶 Watch & Listen for:Growing up in Mandeville, Louisiana, and embracing authenticityBehind-the-scenes of The Voice and what it really taught herThe story and Mardi Gras magic behind “Blue Cowboy Boots”Her Haiti mission work and plans for long-term impactWhy she boldly weaves faith into her careerThis is an inspiring, heart-filled conversation that blends music, purpose, and a fearless pursuit of dreams.🔗 Follow Karen Waldrup:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDpnWEo82R9lpDqead2lMXwInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/karenwaldrupmusic/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@karenwaldrupmusicWebsite: https://www.karenwaldrup.com🌐 Follow Harrison Sheckler & The Sheckler Spotlight:Website: https://www.harrisonsheckler.comSpotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/75HT4BmOIt7KRUXvQLNM5cApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sheckler-spotlight/id1811799127YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL5Yo7rmKANG2xm_ptldplma6oMZwI_hW&si=xEJcdhViaq3GbncuInstagram: @harrisonsheckler | @shecklerspotlight","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/AWetDv8vWMgEr-J_Iqh2u6tj91J2HxpY8irTXhZOztU/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS80YjQz/ZTMyNzA4NjJjNzJh/YmZlOGEwY2Q5ZjY5/YzZiNC5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}