In this final regular broadcast of 2025, Ben’s Country Music Show takes a reflective look at some of the most significant transitions and milestones in modern country history. The episode reports on the professional split of beloved duo Maddie & Tae; after 15 years, the pair have announced an indefinite hiatus to focus on their families and individual solo paths. There's a tribute to the legendary John Michael Montgomery, who recently performed his final "Road Home" concert at Rupp Arena in his home state of Kentucky, Trace Adkins’ massive 30th Anniversary Tour and the beginning of Emmylou Harris’s "Farewell European Tour" in January. The final Album of the Week for 2025 is Brad Paisley's new festive record, Snow Globe Town. Then, Ben shares his own Spotify Wrapped insights, revealing that Mary Chapin Carpenter has held the title of his most-listened-to artist for four consecutive years.