People Pints Possibilities Podcast

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Rich and Frank sit down with the Pioneer Day committee to dive into the history of Paso Robles and the pioneer families who helped shape the town. They talk Pioneer Games, “Bring Your Own Tractor,” and what it means to keep that history and spark alive. From celebrating the past to watching the next generation learn, build, and carry on the traditions of those who came before them, this is a conve...

Podcast Summary In this episode of People Pints Possibilities, we talk about a journey through life, from working for United Airlines and the BART railway system to losing a sense of purpose along the way. Sometimes finding yourself means taking a leap of faith, and that’s exactly what led him to Paso Robles. Here, he rediscovered purpose, fulfillment, and a city that truly inspired him to live li...

Rich and Frank sit down with Jake and talk about the dos and don’ts of planning a bachelor party trip for one of our own brewers, Blake. From figuring out what the group actually wants to do, to making sure everyone makes it home in one piece, we talk about what makes a bachelor trip memorable for the right reasons. A conversation filled with questionable plans, stories, and a little advice for Bl...

What’s really going on at Cal Coast Beer Co.? In this episode of the People, Pints & Possibilities Podcast, Rich, Frank, and Martha sit down for an honest conversation about the current state of the brewery, where things stand, what’s changing, and everything they have planned for the future. No filters, no corporate talk—just a real conversation straight from the source about Cal Coast, the c...

On this episode of the People Pints Possibilities Podcast , Rich and Frank sit down with Paso Robles Superintendent Jim Brescia to explore an incredible journey that began in the school district in 1989. From starting as a janitor to becoming superintendent, Jim shares the lessons, challenges, and responsibilities that shaped his career. He talks about how being a father has influenced the way he...

On this episode of the podcast, Rich and Frank sit down with Jen and Nelson for a heartfelt conversation about leaving behind a chapter that has meant so much to them. After six years for one and just a few months for the other, they reflect on the lessons learned, friendships made, challenges faced, and experiences that shaped their time together. As they prepare to move to South Carolina and beg...

Born into a rodeo family, he always dreamed of becoming a bull rider and living the cowboy life. But as he discovered the thrill of competition, winning became more than a goal—it became an obsession. Once you taste victory, you want it again, and you’ll do whatever it takes to keep chasing it. Hear his journey, the sacrifices, mindset, and determination that led him to the PBR and the pursuit of...

On this episode of People, Pints & Possibilities , Pat Noland shares his journey from serving in the military to navigating life as a civilian. He opens up about the challenges of finding purpose after service and how a career working at the prison provided the structure, discipline, and routine he had relied on in the military. Pat reflects on resilience, adapting to change, and building a me...

In this episode of People, Pints & Possibilities Rich and Frank sit down with Paula Kopper, owner of Black Sheep Bakery in Paso Robles, shares how she turned life's hardships into purpose. She opens up about overcoming challenges, rebuilding her confidence, and discovering a renewed sense of identity through entrepreneurship. Paula's story is an inspiring reminder that even our toughes...

Rich sits down with Brad Pawlowski , Assistant Superintendent of Business Services, and Kelly Stainbrook , Director of Maintenance, Operations & Transportation for Paso Robles Joint Unified School District. In this episode we go behind the scenes with the people who keep our schools running every day — managing the money, the buildings, the buses, and the day-to-day operations that support tho...

In this episode, Rich and Frank explore the remarkable journey of a small-town kitchen that grew into something far beyond what anyone expected. What started as a modest operation became a thriving business through vision, perseverance, and an unwavering commitment to quality. At the heart of its success was leadership built on trust, accountability, and a belief that every team member played a vi...

Frank and Rich sit down with Ryan Bonner , founder of Paso Robles Brewing Company . Ryan shares his journey from Wisconsin to spending 13 years working in Hollywood on major film productions. He eventually left that world behind, moved to the Central Coast, and spent six years as General Manager at Venteux Vineyards before being inspired by local breweries like BarrelHouse to open his own brewery...

Rich sits down with Isiah Gomer , COO of Paso Robles Waste & Recycle — better known as “The Trash Dog.” Isiah shares the family legacy that began in 1957 when his grandfather Victor Gomer started the business with one truck. Now in its third generation, his father Dale grew the company after returning from military service, and today Isiah is leading it forward. He talks about his family’s str...

Frank and Rich sit down with our friends Joe Peters, Joe Taf, and Derek of the Joe Peters Band out of Bakersfield, California — for a, behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to build a country band in today’s competitive music world. The guys open up about the early years of the band, how they write songs together, their latest music, and the day-to-day realities of life on the road. They...

Frank and Rich sit down with Dixon Mann for a fun, laid-back conversation that turns into Dixon interviewing them . Dixon shares the wild story of deciding to hike Mount Whitney on a complete whim during the first weekend of the season with Rich and Frank. We dive into his conspiracy theory podcast, and then Dixon flips the script — asking Rich and Frank about their friendship, the real story behi...

Frank and Rich sit down with Kelly , owner of Templeton Glass , for an honest and inspiring conversation about her journey. Kelly opens up about becoming a mom during high school, working incredibly hard to finish college while raising her child, and eventually moving back to the Central Coast. She shares how she worked alongside her parents in the family business and eventually took the big step...

Frank and Rich sit down with Shelby Caitlin of Shelby Caitlin Photography — a former meat and horse judge, team roper, and ranch hand who took one of the boldest bets of her life. Shelby grew up in Arroyo Grande before heading to Texas, where she immersed herself in rodeo and ranch culture. Encouraged by friends on the ranches, she made a massive leap — investing $20,000 in camera equipment with a...

Frank and Rich sit down with Adri Wells — the passionate Central Coast native and content creator behind Central Coasting with Adri and Best Friend of the Bride . Adri shares what it was like growing up on the Central Coast and how deep her love for this region runs. She opens up about the scary but exciting moment of starting her own business while being a mom — and how her husband encouraged her...

In a special role reversal, Frank interviews Well more like listens to Rich .. about the profound losses that shaped his life from the very beginning. At just 4 months old, Rich talks about the car accident that took the lives of his mother Lori and older brother Jason. He shares the twist of fate that kept him out of the car that day, and the deep impact it had on his grandmother who gave him the...

To kick off Year Two, Rich interviews Frank about his remarkable journey. Frank opens up about growing up, joining the Army, making it through the incredibly tough SERE School (Survival, Evasion, Resistance & Escape), and eventually becoming a SERE instructor — the elite role responsible for training pilots and aircrew how to survive if captured behind enemy lines. With recent headlines about...

One-Year is not enough! Rich, Frank, and Jake sit down for a special reflection episode celebrating 52 episodes of People, Pints, Possibilities . We share some of our favorite moments from the past year, the guests and stories that moved us the most, and the real, honest conversation about what it means to take something good and decide to make it great. At the heart of the episode is the big ques...

Frank, Jake and Rich sit down with Adam Montiel — the voice behind Where Wine Takes You and Up + Adam — for a candid conversation about his remarkable journey. Adam shares how he knew from a young age he wanted to be on the radio, his big move to Santa Barbara, and the wild story of his very first professional interview… with a then-unknown artist named Katy Perry. He opens up about his years with...

Frank and Rich get real with Chris, who was appointed City Manager in April 2025 after serving as Assistant City Manager (starting Jan 2022) and two stints as interim leader. With over 17 years in local government, including six years as Assistant City Manager in Bakersfield, Chris brings Texas Tech degrees, ICMA credentialing, and a proven track record of rising from the bottom to the top. He sha...

Frank and Rich sit down with Tony Bennett, co-owner of The Alchemists' Garden — Paso Robles' hidden gem for craft cocktails, globally inspired bites, and that unbeatable garden vibe. Tony shares how the founders turned a wild idea into a 5-year success story in downtown Paso. From his early days slinging drinks at Fish Gaucho and 1122 Speakeasy, to discovering his passion for spirits and building...