Broke Boyz From Fresno

We sit down with Jessica to hear, in her own words and audio, how abuse escalates through control, stalking, and threats, and what it takes to get out and stay out. We also talk through the messy reality of not being believed, losing friendships, protecting your child, and building a real safety plan with evidence and support.  • Playing and unpacking recorded abuse and intimidation  • How locatio...

We sit down with Vicious Jess (@iamviciousjess) as she tells the truth about years of coercive control and escalating domestic violence that reshapes her daily life, her friendships, and her sense of safety. We talk through the cycle of love bombing and fear, the moments she realizes it is life or death, and why getting help can feel impossible when threats and leverage are involved.  *Content war...

We sit down with Emillio, (@emillioeats) a Fresno-based food creator, to talk about how a random restaurant video turned into a platform that spotlights Central Valley businesses. We get real about the creator grind, platform pressure, and the mental health work it takes to stay consistent when the algorithm and anxiety are both loud.  • how Emillio starts posting despite social anxiety and low fo...

A Fresno Vibe Check performance turns into a lesson on presence when Revel Day watches the room shift from chatter to slow dancing. We talk about The Voice, building a real music career after TV, and how to protect your mind while still playing the social media game.  • turning a simple guitar set into crowd connection  • choosing moments over being “impressive” on stage  • meeting Ralph on The Vo...

We sit down with Sadie Dahl to talk about growing up in Utah, finding confidence through a middle school talent show, and how violin training shaped her ear for riffs, runs, and melody. We also get real about songwriting blocks, impostor syndrome, and the post-The Voice opportunities that push her toward original music and purpose-driven projects.  • Utah as a “beautiful bubble” with deep arts cul...

We close out Season 3 by reliving the wild wins, the stressful behind-the-scenes grind, and the Fresno moments that made us feel like we were really building something special. We also share a real update on DJ stepping back to handle life, and why our brotherhood matters more than any camera, sponsor, or spotlight.  • recap of the scrappy locations and last-minute setups that defined the season ...

We bring Jai Dee, Quisey and Rocky together for a wide-ranging talk that starts with "Steelz" breaking down a Thailand breakout moment and ends with how to build real community in Fresno without chasing controversy. We connect music strategy, culture, publishing, and fatherhood into one message: stay genuine, plan your moves, and keep pushing the people around you forward. • Steelz expla...

We sit down with autism advocate and nonprofit founder LaShawn Toney to hear the raw reality of raising a nonverbal autistic teen while navigating a dual diagnosis and constant caregiving. We talk about building Jorgia’s Impact so families feel seen, get real support, and stop carrying the hardest parts alone.  • Jorgia’s Impact and why it is named after Jorgia  • Autism-friendly events that make...

We sit down with Kameron Kendrick aka Mr. Feed Tha Block and trace how a barbershop connection turned into real community ties and real support. We talk through the grind of building Feed Tha Block from small sandwich runs to bigger collaborations while staying honest about mental health, consistency, and showing up for your people.  • childhood discipline stories and how they stick with you  • ho...

We trade stories with Lou about faith, timing, and the grind it takes to build a podcast that actually helps people. From corrections work to covering 559 athletes, Lou shows how purpose, patience, and community can turn a small idea into a platform. • origin of Inside the Pod with Lou and early vision • giving voice to officers, ex-inmates, and overlooked stories • shift to high school, college s...

We set up at Warnor’s Theater to capture a Valentine’s showcase where Fresno artists, organizers, and fans turned a historic room into a living network. Conversations with performers and community builders reveal how local support, small venues, and family-led production create real momentum. • live interviews with Ralph Edwards’ collaborators and openers • With Brandon Freeman how Monday Salon ev...

We sit down with Ralph Edwards and the Vibecheck Band to trace their rise from small rooms to city stages, why they practice but rarely rehearse, and how Fresno can grow a lasting music culture. The talk moves through conflict, community, all-ages shows, and a live Valentine’s performance. • origins at Beyond the Wine and Lucy’s Lounge • chemistry built on individual practice and live feel • hones...

We sit with Brother Luke to trace a Fresno kid’s path from skate decks to songwriting, the small rooms that shaped his voice, and the hard truths about patience, grief, and joy in a local scene that rewards endurance. The talk moves from “Cellular Tree” to writing through loss and lands on clear advice for artists who want to last. • Fresno roots, skateboarding to first bands • learning to write,...

We sit with Matt to trace a winding path from broke studio days to elite security consulting, unpacking the moral gray of tech, the pressure of monopolies, and the stubborn hope inside making music for yourself. The talk moves fast, stays honest, and ends with a clear compass: align time with what you want. • recording local bands and closing the studio • pivot to offensive security and timing the...

We sit in the shop, finish the Betty Boop Raiders piece, and trade real aftercare, real nostalgia, and real talk about creativity, games, and love. The needle hum turns into a long conversation on boundaries, accountability, and choosing yourself without losing your art. • origin of the tattoo and Bay Area family pride • clear aftercare guidance on wraps, healing, and work realities • path to tatt...

We sit down with Ralph Edwards, runner-up on The Voice season 28, to talk perseverance, Fresno roots, and building a platform that serves the community. From small rooms to national TV, he shares the mindset, mentors, and mantras that keep him moving. • twelve years from first audition to finale • gratitude to Central Valley voters and supporters • giving back through toy drives and warm clothing...

We trade jokes for honesty and trace how a Fresno crew built a platform from classifieds and late nights, then pivot into fathers, therapy, and the work it takes to break cycles while chasing big goals and bigger community impact. • scrappy launch of Grizzly Talk with secondhand gear and missed-audio lessons • sponsor wins through Raza Golf and VMG, plus why networking beats clout • Fresno as a cr...

We trace Fyrfilms’ path from a teen prophecy and a rough upbringing to directing city-defining visuals, leading media at Taco Truck Throwdown, and turning Fresno into a living storyboard. Along the way we break down gear myths, fair pay, and how anxiety becomes a tool for focus and momentum. • putting Fresno in a new creative light • chance meeting to directing Taco Truck Throwdown media • vision,...

We share the real path behind Grizzly Talk: skipping the traditional route, learning sales, building a podcast with intention, and leaning on community and partners to grow. Mike opens up about burnout, boundaries, love, and the full-circle real estate deal that changed momentum. • betting on sales over college and trusting commission income • early big guest nerves and learning to pivot live • bu...

We host Modified Luxury Crew at a school-based, permission-first car show that raises funds, highlights local vendors, and proves a car crew can be family-safe, drama-free, and community-driven. Builder spotlights on a ghost-flamed Corvette, a balanced Genesis, and a forged-carbon widebody IS300 show how quality parts, patience, and character create lasting car culture. • Why venue partnerships an...

We share a Thanksgiving reflection on gratitude, therapy, and protecting our peace while building a platform that lifts Fresno’s creatives. We talk about boundaries, legacy, and the gap between public success and private pain, and we offer support to anyone who needs to reach out. • sponsor shoutout and holiday safety • gratitude for Fresno, collaborators, and listeners • advice for new creators t...

A San Gabriel Valley alt punk band shares how a campus flyer became a touring lineup, why LA competition forces smarter booking, and how grit beats hype when crowds are thin. We rotate through Casey, Angel, Aiden, and Kiwi to hear origins, influences, and road stories. • forming the band through community college flyers and local ties • defining a sound across alternative punk, groove, and hardcor...

A Fresno-born producer assembled an artist born in every country to create a true World Album and gave each of them 100% ownership. From sleeping outside the Vatican to finding a North Korean-born artist, we trace the grit, the community, and the vision that turned a blueprint into living proof that music connects us all. • origins in Fresno and the Amsterdam spark • recruiting artists from 197 co...

We are with Adrie on a Fresno rooftop to talk discipline, recovery, and how a busy mom and coach became a sponsored athlete by pitching the brands she already uses. The story moves from early struggles with running to 4 a.m. miles, HYROX pro prep, and a city’s growing health scene. • balancing roles as mom, coach, and athlete through disciplined routines • Fresno pride, moving gear around the city...

We sit down with Ryan “the air up there” Hudgens to unpack a viral on-stage clash, the reality of creator access, and the deeper story of Fresno’s creative pride. What starts as a light setup chat becomes a study in respect, process, and full-circle moments. • mobile kit versus full studio trade-offs • turning a studio into a local arts hub • Fresno talent pipeline and overlooked scenes • car cult...