Episode 4: The Guitar Player
Nip It in the Bud | Episode 4: "The Guitar Player"
Grab a front porch chair and tune up—this week, Paul and Tim are diving into the classic Season 1 favorite, "The Guitar Player" (Original air date: October 17, 1960).
When local boy Jim Lindsey (guest star James Best) keeps landing himself in Andy’s jail cell just to pick his guitar in peace, Andy sees a raw musical talent waiting to break out of Mayberry. But turning down-home picking into a big-time career isn't as simple as hopping on a tour bus.
In this episode, we break down:
James Best's breakout guest spot: Long before he was chasing…
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