Season 2 of Fox Nation’s *Meet the American* has returned with a captivating focus on the Grand Ole Opry, a cornerstone of American country music. The episode, hosted by Bill Hemmer, chronicles the Opry’s creation in 1925 by George D. Hay, an Indiana native who became known as the ‘Solemn Old Judge.’ This moniker, adopted during his time as a print reporter in Memphis, later became synonymous with his role in shaping the Opry’s identity. Hay’s vision for the program, initially called ‘WSM’s Barn Dance,’ was instrumental in launching the careers of legendary artists like Hank Williams, Loretta Lynn, and Patsy Cline, cementing the Opry’s place in music history. As the show details, the Opry’s name was inspired by Hay’s declaration in December 1927, marking the beginning of its enduring legacy. The episode highlights the Opry’s transformation from a local radio broadcast to a global icon, including its move to the Ryman Auditorium in 1943 and the establishment of Opryland in 1974. Today, the Opry remains a thriving cultural institution, boasting a seating capacity of nearly 4,400 and maintaining its status as the longest-running radio broadcast in the world.