{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Find A Way with Matt Lavinder","title":"12. Building a Musical Legacy in Bristol","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/d26c9e5b\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3552,"description":"Leah Ross shares her journey and the growth of the Bristol Rhythm and Roots Festival. She highlights the unique atmosphere and community involvement that makes the festival special, resembling a magical reunion every year. Starting as a volunteer, Ross explains the festival's humble beginnings and how it grew to attract over 35,000 attendees, involving meticulous planning, volunteer engagement, and overcoming skepticism. She discusses her background, her husband's support, her deep community ties, and the critical role played by the Birthplace of Country Music Museum in solidifying Bristol's cultural footprint.\n\n00:00 The Magic of Rhythm and Roots Festival\n01:39 The Growth and Impact of the Festival\n02:52 Leah Ross: The Driving Force\n04:34 From Volunteer to Visionary\n05:38 Challenges and Triumphs\n08:51 Building a Community Through Music\n12:32 Logistics and Leadership\n27:38 Evolving Roles and Responsibilities\n28:06 Building Community Relationships\n29:08 Challenges of Selling the Vision\n30:38 Advice on Persistence and Volunteering\n35:15 Balancing Career and Family\n38:52 The Birthplace of Country Music Museum\n48:07 Empowering a Community Vision\n55:00 Reflections and Future Aspirations","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/tvjcib4aRtVjCkdy-oZ2GnJ4qmhy7heSD-tjI6rSFb8/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8xMGMw/N2JkNzAwYTliYmI0/ZTk2ZWIzODRhMGQ2/NmJjOS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}