Tom Russell shares stories about picking up Robert Hunter in a taxicab, writing songs with Ian Tyson, playing music behind a snake handler, the advice he would give a young songwriter and more! This episode also includes a live performance of a brand new song about Ian Tyson from the upcoming album, Folk Hotel.   Find out more about Tom Russell at www.tomrussell.com   This episode was sponsored by Baxendale Guitar.   Find out more about Cowboy Crossroads at www.andyhedges.com   Become a patron at www.patreon.com/cowboycrossroads