The Gordie Tamayo Show

In this episode of The Gordie Tamayo Show , Gordie sits down with Kelly Murray, Founder of The Natural Path - Brain & Body Wellness in Idaho, for a personal and thought-provoking conversation about faith, trauma, nervous-system regulation, emotional healing, bioenergetic scanning, Brainspotting, and what it means to come back into alignment with how God designed the body. Kelly shares her own...

Ahead of Fights on Fremont 5 , Gordie Tamayo sits down with Idaho State Golden Gloves Heavyweight Champion Leomar Partida. A six-fight win streak, coaching responsibilities, officiating duties, and a major hometown fight would be enough for most athletes. For Leomar, it is simply part of life. The Fighter’s Chance Boxing Gym standout discusses how adversity fueled his recent success, why coaching...

Ahead of Fights on Fremont 5, Gordie Tamayo sits down with nationally ranked youth boxer Ahveya Alonzo. At just 11 years old, Ahveya is already ranked #5 in the nation at 95 pounds and preparing for one of the biggest rematches of her young career. In this conversation, she discusses the role her father plays in her development, lessons learned from defeat, the mental side of boxing, and the impor...

Ahead of Fights on Fremont 5, Gordie Tamayo sits down with rising Idaho boxer Urijah Barajas from Fighter's Chance Boxing Gym. Known for his explosive style, composure under pressure, and international boxing experience at just 17 years old, Urijah shares the story behind his growth inside and outside the ring. The conversation explores his transformation through boxing, competing in Canada, overc...

On this episode of The Gordie Tamayo Show , Gordie sits down with Storm Pawson, Head Boxing Coach at Fighter’s Chance Boxing Gym, to preview Fights on Fremont 5 and discuss the mission behind one of Idaho’s most unique amateur boxing events. Hosted in Rupert, Idaho, Fights on Fremont brings together fighters, families, coaches, officials, volunteers, and fans for a USA Boxing-sanctioned outdoor fi...

In this episode of The Gordie Tamayo Show , Gordie sits down with amateur boxer Elias Rivas for a grounded conversation about boxing, growth, discipline, and preparing for national-level competition. Elias talks about the mindset required to step into the ring, why failure can become one of the best teachers, and how losses can be turned into lessons. He also shares what this national tournament m...

In this episode of The Gordie Tamayo Show , Gordie sits down with Curtis and Codi Bills, the founders of The Rustic Daisy, to talk about what it really took to build a standout Idaho barn wedding venue just outside Meridian. What starts as a conversation about weddings and venue design quickly becomes a deeper discussion on entrepreneurship, marriage, risk, family vision, and the sacrifices requir...

What does AC/DC have to do with aerospace manufacturing in Idaho? In this episode of The Gordie Tamayo Show , host Gordie Tamayo sits down with Dale King (Economic Development Director for the City of Mountain Home) and Dean Cameron (CEO of Top Drawer Media and publisher of Northwest Aerospace News) to explore why the Inland Northwest, and especially Mountain Home, Idaho, may play a growing role i...

Ahead of his April 11 bout in Fusion Fight League Montana, William “The 208 Underdog” Dunkle joins The Gordie Tamayo Show to talk preparation, pressure-style strategy, and what makes his matchup with Dallas Davison personal. Dunkle also shares his vision to help bring sanctioned bare-knuckle boxing to Idaho, and why this fight represents a proving moment in his multi-discipline career across MMA,...

In this episode of the The Gordie Tamayo Show , we sit down with Ariel “Rare AF” Frantz ahead of her upcoming matchup against Lacey Vazquez at Front Street Fights 35. Ariel shares what’s changed in her preparation since her last appearance inside the cage, how her mindset has evolved during this training camp, and what this next fight represents in her journey as a rising fighter in Idaho’s growin...

Tyler Schlagenhauf, lead singer and guitarist of Mylo Bybee, joins The Gordie Tamayo Show to discuss the story behind their new EP Revisions, the band’s evolution through lineup changes, and how becoming a father reshaped his songwriting. From teaching off-grid in rural Alaska to signing with Gold Ship Records, Tyler shares how change, growth, and community fuel Mylo Bybee’s sound. We dive into th...

Stress doesn’t disappear when you chase bigger goals; it intensifies. In this episode of The Gordie Tamayo Show, Dat Tran unpacks how high performers can train resilience, interrupt stress patterns, and build a mindset that performs consistently under pressure. Dat shares real-world experiences navigating imposter feelings, ambitious environments, and personal growth edges; along with a practical...

In this deeply human conversation, Jared Thomas, Director of You Are Seen , joins The Gordie Tamayo Show to explore what it truly means to be seen; not as a case file or statistic, but as a whole person. Jared shares the origin story behind You Are Seen and the lived experiences that shaped its mission: restoring dignity, belonging, and purpose within systems designed to support individuals with i...

Milwaukee-based songwriter Orlando Peña, frontman of The Midnight Purchase, joins The Gordie Tamayo Show for an honest, wide-ranging conversation about building a modern Americana band from the ground up. What started as a simple Craigslist musician ad turned into an award-winning soul-folk project, a deal with Spectra Music Group, and the release of the band’s debut album, Young/Naive. In this ep...

In this episode of The Gordie Tamayo Show, Gordie sits down with rising indie artist Sydney Dale, whose genre-bending blend of pop, jazz, R&B, and folk is quickly gaining attention across the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Sydney opens up about releasing her first single at just 14 years old, navigating life as a young artist in Coeur d’Alene, and the creative journey that continues to shape he...

Nampa’s own Esteban Jimenez makes his professional debut at Caldwell Fight Night 3 in a welterweight showdown against Brandon Hughes (1-0-1). In this exclusive interview, Jimenez shares his training camp insights, how he’s preparing for his opponent, and what fans can expect when he steps into the ring for the first time as a pro.

What if every beautiful space could also change a life? In this powerful conversation, Borum Ahn; a survivor of human trafficking, and her husband, architect Ji Ahn, share how they turned pain into purpose. Together, they founded Borum Design + Build and Form + Flow, companies that not only deliver world-class interior architecture and custom furniture but also fund anti-trafficking missions and c...

Alan Rea is a determined fighter representing Team No Excuse MMA in Nampa, Idaho. In this interview, Alan opens up about his martial arts journey, his training environment, his fighting style, and what keeps him motivated both inside and outside the ring. A personal look at a rising name in the world of combat sports. Catch more at the Boise Beat .

In this episode, we sit down with Chavar Dontae, the alt-pop singer-songwriter and producer whose journey stretches from the streets of Saginaw, Michigan and Toledo, Ohio to the vibrant music scene of Los Angeles. With Brazilian heritage, Midwest grit, and a sound that fuses pop, R&B, rock, and electronic influences, Chavar opens up about the backstory behind his artistry, the importance of st...

Coach Louie Neagle, head of Tomorrow’s Champions Boxing Club, shares his perspective as he prepares both Esteban Jimenez, Ruben Manrajos, Christian Palomo and others for their fights at Caldwell Fight Night 3 . Hear how he balances coaching multiple fighters on the same card, his training philosophy, and what fans can expect from his athletes.

At just 20 years old, Ethan Gillanders already holds a third-degree black belt in Taekwondo and has been training martial arts since the age of 4. After adding kickboxing and Muay Thai to his arsenal, he’s now making waves in full-contact competition. In this interview, Ethan talks about his fighting journey, his style, and his goals for the future. Catch more at the Boise Beat .

Moe “Machete” Williams , a Jackson, Michigan native and former pro MMA fighter with black belts in Taekwondo and Shotokan Karate, shares his powerful journey from the cage to the coaching corner. Now a cornerstone of Murcielago MMA, Moe discusses his fighting roots, the transition to training, and what it takes to shape top talent like Khaos Williams and Joaquin Buckley. This episode dives into di...

Legendary soul-blues guitarist, singer, and songwriter Johnny Rawls sits down to share his incredible journey from growing up in Mississippi to touring with O.V. Wright in the 1970s and building a five-decade career that has earned him multiple Blues Music Awards. In this interview, Rawls opens up about his acclaimed albums Walking Heart Attack (2023) and Make Them Dance (2025), his approach to so...

Jeff Engelbert joins The Gordie Tamayo Show for an inspiring conversation about his journey from suburban Long Island to becoming one of the Northwest’s most respected blues musicians. In this episode, Jeff shares how early exposure to underground radio shaped his love for blues and soul, his path to mastering guitar at just ten years old, and the lessons he’s carried into a career dedicated to ke...

Heavyweight prospect Ruben Manrajos (0-0-1) of Tomorrow’s Champions Boxing Club sits down to talk about his upcoming bout at Caldwell Fight Night 3 against Iosefa Esera (2-1). Manrajos opens up about his training camp, lessons learned from past fights, and his mindset heading into a high-stakes heavyweight clash.