This week, we sit down with musical artist and rapper Danny V for a deep dive into his journey. From his roots in Watsonville to making big moves in the music scene. We talk about his recent oldies-inspired hit "My Baby" , what growing up in Watsonville truly means to him, and the special role East Lake has played in his life. Danny also shares how he linked up with the Underdawgs, the creative energy behind their work, and what’s next on his horizon. If you’re a fan of authentic stories, hometo...
Aug 15, 2025•1 hr 56 min•Season 7Ep. 114
This week I sat down with Brian Boucher, owner of Midstate CrossFit and former flight paramedic, to talk about the upcoming Raz N Health Fitness Festival going down September 20th at The Tarmac in Atwater. If you don't know its a fitness event where you run through historic planes at Castle Air Museum.We also dive deep into Merced, the changes happening, what it could be, and how we build a stronger, more connected community. Somewhere along the way, we break down why everything in life is just ...
Aug 08, 2025•1 hr 35 min•Season 7Ep. 113
On this episode, we sat down with Jaron, the founder of Dustbowl Champion. They are a dark wave band from Clovis, CA. They're currently on their Law and Order Tour, hitting cities across the U.S. with their goth vibe and moody sound. We talked about how the band came to be, what inspires his music, and the current state of music and concerts . We also had to get into Jaron’s love for the Yankees and all things Aaron Judge. We also talked about his signature bass guitar that has become a staple o...
Jul 17, 2025•1 hr 37 min•Season 7Ep. 112
In this episode, I sit down with Malachi to talk about his journey through music and life. We dive into how he’s accomplished so much in such a short time, the battles we face within ourselves, and what it was like performing on NPR’s Tiny Desk. He shares what he’s learned from being around artists like LaRussell, how he views the world, and why his love for Merced runs deep. Check out this real, grounded conversation with one of the Valley’s most honest voices. The Dopest Sponsors: M-Mig Constr...
Jul 10, 2025•1 hr 45 min•Season 7Ep. 111
In this episode, I chop it up with Stockton’s own Daddex — rapper, dad, and real one. We get into his story: coming up in music, choosing sobriety, balancing fatherhood, and what it really means to rep the Central Valley. It’s honest, it’s raw, and it’s a reminder that growth isn’t always pretty—but it’s worth it. We talk about how far the 209 has come, the grind behind the bars, and why doing it for your fam hits harder than anything else. The Dopest Sponsors: M-Mig Construction(209) 724-9488 ...
Jun 20, 2025•1 hr 36 min•Season 7Ep. 110
In this episode, I sit down with my wife, Lindsey Diele, to talk about two wild things we’ve taken on lately: building out Studio 99 from scratch and her running 200 miles from LA to Vegas as part of The Speed Project. We dive into the behind-the-scenes of launching a creative space from the ground up, the challenges of starting a business as a couple, and the mindset it takes to push your body 200+ miles through the desert. Lindsey opens up about what motivated her to take on one of the most gr...
Jun 09, 2025•1 hr 56 min•Season 7Ep. 109
In this episode, I’m joined by Dustin and Darcey—two UC Merced students and the some of the founders of Merdead Entertainment.( @merdead @dustinxmyhre @alex.darcyyy)We actually just crossed paths about a week ago, and I’ve always wanted to have someone from UC Merced on the podcast, so the timing felt right. These two are building something really different out here and wanted to change the narrative of the Merdead culture. From throwing events, creating space for artists, and pushing the cultur...
May 15, 2025•1 hr 41 min•Season 7Ep. 108
This week, we’re kickin’ it with Offline Comedy!It's a stand-up comedy show that’s poppin’ up all over the Central Valley in the weirdest, dopest spots you can imagine.(@offlinecomedy @andrewnosrati @marcuspeverill)Started by Stand Up Comedian Andrew Nosrati, Offline Comedy throws secret shows in places like laundromats, laser tag arenas, bookstores, and most recently… our studio. No phones. No livestreams. Just real people, real jokes, and real vibes. But Andrew didn’t build it alone. His right...
May 01, 2025•2 hr 30 min•Season 7Ep. 107
In this episode of the Central Valley Podcast, I sit down with Shamoot Kishore, a Senior Agent at Redfin and debut author of Wonderland . Shamoot and I first connected a few years ago on Instagram when he shared a fascinating remote viewing experiment with me, sparking ongoing discussions about conspiracy theories. Now, we’re finally bringing those conversations to the podcast! In this four-hour episode, we dive deep into topics like JFK, the Moon landing, 9/11, and much more. Fun fact—the last ...
Oct 31, 2024•4 hr 5 min•Season 6Ep. 106
In this episode, I’m joined by Congressman John Duarte. I was pretty excited when his team reached out, asking to be on the podcast—I mean, how often does a U.S. Congressman ask to join your show? Naturally, I couldn’t say no! We dive into a conversation about who he is, what he stands for, and how he’s been representing the Central Valley in Congress. It’s a great opportunity to hear directly from someone making an impact on our community at the national level. With the upcoming election, make ...
Oct 11, 2024•1 hr 25 min•Season 6Ep. 105
In this episode I am joined by Manny Flores, the creator of Barz on Wheels. Manny lives in Bakersfield, California and is a photographer, videographer, and an overall really talented dude with unique perspectives. In this episode we talk about how Barz on Wheels came to be, the path that lead him to become a videographer, and what it is like creating content in todays day and age. I had an absolute blast chopping it up with Manny and cant thank him enough for representing the Central Valley in a...
Sep 27, 2024•1 hr 57 min•Season 6Ep. 104
In this episode, Duffy and I dive into the latest happenings across the Central Valley. From the alligator sightings in Stockton and Fresno City's cancellation of ArtHop, to the scandals at Buhach Colony, we cover it all. It was a blast catching up with my co-host, and I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as we did! The Dopest Sponsors: Marcus Rodriguez (Central Valley Real Estate Agent) https://www.myrealtormarcus.com Be Junk Free Merced (Junk Removal Service) (209)-233-1519 Scott Live...
Sep 12, 2024•1 hr 26 min•Season 6Ep. 103
In this episode I am joined by the owner and bar manager of Bella Luna. Bella Luna is an Italian restaurant in downtown Merced know for its energy, excitement, and sophistication with genuine hospitality. We sit down and have a few cocktails, talk about the history of the restaurant and where it is today, and we even found Duffy's long lost twin Billy. This episode is full of laughs and excitement! The Dopest Sponsors: Marcus Rodriguez (Central Valley Real Estate Agent) https://www.myrealtorm...
Aug 30, 2024•1 hr 31 min•Season 6Ep. 102
In this episode I am joined by owner of Midstate Crossfit, Brian Boucher. In this episode Brian and I talk about how he ended up in the Central Valley, why he loves the area, and how we think it could do better. We also talk about his time as a flight paramedic and how that led him to become passionate about getting people healthy. We discuss an event he is putting on called the Raz N' Health Fitness Festival that is a 5k Run and Crossfit competition at Blaker Brewing and the Castle Air Museum. ...
Aug 16, 2024•1 hr 58 min•Season 6Ep. 101
In this episode of Central Valley Podcast we time travel back in time to hear a bit about the United States Founding Fathers. George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, Alexander Hamilton, John Adams, Abraham Lincoln, and Amelia Earhart all make appearances and share how far America has come and the importance of the 100th episode. We sit back look at where the podcast started, how far we come, and the important role each of these people had in the evolution of Central Valley Podcast. Shout out to th...
Jul 04, 2024•1 hr 45 min•Season 6Ep. 100
In this episode Duffy and I pose as Highway 99 construction workers in order to inform the public why it has taken over 10 years. We got to sit down answer fan questions, talk to people who called in, as well as goofed around and looked back at how far we've come. It's a great fun episode where Duffy and I got the chance to have our first solo pod since episode 23. The Dopest Sponsors: Marcus Rodriguez (Central Valley Real Estate Agent) https://www.myrealtormarcus.com Be Junk Free Merced (Ju...
Jun 25, 2024•1 hr 56 min•Season 6Ep. 99
In this episode I am joined by the Host of the Bring the Juice Podcast, Frank Dalena. Bring the Juice is a gritty sports podcast that interviews athletes and discusses how an elite mindset can apply to chasing greatness and your everyday life. We sit down and talk about how Bring the Juice came to be, Frank's history as a Bulldog, how he almost went to the olympics, as well as what makes the Central Valley truly unique. The Dopest Sponsors: Marcus Rodriguez (Central Valley Real Estate Agent) h...
Jun 12, 2024•2 hr 13 min•Season 6Ep. 97
In this weeks episode we sit down and chat with some of the boys over at Third Hour Collective (@thirdhourcollective). Joel Aguilar is a local artist native to the Central Valley and you may have even seen some of his murals. Earvin Mendoza is a local photographer and videographer who highlights the community and area through his work. We sat down and got fully domed and talked about how they linked up, the stigma about the Central Valley, and just had a genuine conversation. The Dopest Sponsors...
May 24, 2024•2 hr 19 min•Season 6Ep. 97
In this episode I am joined by Veronica Camp and Charlie Lippert (@charlie_lippert @veronicacamp49) They are the owners of Five Window Beer Company, California Seltzer Company, and the founder of the Central Valley Brewfest. We sit down and talk all about how their companies came to be, our new collaborative drink the Mango Jalapeno Seltzer, and laugh and get off topic a lot. The Dopest Sponsors: Marcus Rodriguez (Central Valley Real Estate Agent) https://www.myrealtormarcus.com Be Junk Free...
May 03, 2024•2 hr 32 min•Season 6Ep. 96
In this episode I am joined by Sheriff Vern Warnke. Sheriff Vern Warnke has proudly served the community of Merced County as a member of the Merced County Sheriff’s Office for nearly four decades. In this episode we sit down and talk about how het go into law enforcement, the problems the Sheriff's office is currently facing, as well as shares a little bit about what he likes to do in his free time. It was a great conversation and he is truly a man for the people. Please support and check out th...
Apr 19, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Season 6Ep. 95
In this episode I am joined by Shawn Conour. Shawn is a Machinist who owns and operate Conour MFG. In this episode we talk about his time in the marines, his business, fatherhood, and a whole lot more. Shawn and I became friends through some video work that he hired me for and we've been kickin' it together since. Thanks for listening and please like, subscribe, download, and comment! Shawns Socials: https://www.youtube.com/@ConourManufacturing https://www.instagram.com/conour_mfg/ The Dopest Sp...
Apr 05, 2024•1 hr 48 min•Season 6Ep. 94
Welcome back! It's been a little while. In this episode of Central Valley Podcast my wife, Lindsey and I share how parenthood has been for the first few months. We're unfiltered and it was such a fun recap for us. We also recorded a half the podcast while Lindsey was pregnant. Anyways, we have merch available with the link below. Thank you! https://micahdiele.pixpa.com/store
Feb 09, 2024•1 hr 32 min•Season 5Ep. 93
In this weeks episode we did a live podcast at the last Supermarket event held at the Tioga Sequoia block party in Merced. In this episode we sit down with Eli, the founder of Supermarket, and discuss how this all began. Mike from Tioga Sequoia also jumps on the podcast. We also discuss the Notebook, Taco Trucks, Long John Silvers, and battle the weather as it continues to get worse throughout the podcast. This is the Season 5 Finale and we just want to thank everyone for the continued support t...
Sep 22, 2023•35 min
In this episode of the podcast we are joined by Mike Cruz, President of Tioga Sequoia Brewing Co. In this episode we talk about how Tioga Sequoia came to be and the brand that reflects the greatness of the region they brew in. From their signature beer Half Dome to actually hiking Half Dome, we talked about it all. It was great having Mike on the podcast! My Website: https://www.micahdiele.com The Dopest Sponsors Ever: Marcus Rodriguez (Central Valley Real Estate Agent) https://www.myrealtormarc...
Aug 28, 2023•1 hr 37 min
In this episode we are joined by Travis Andre Ross, a sweet potato distributor, actor, producer, Writer, and much more. When a movie called Central Valley inquires about coming on the Central Valley Podcast you know it was meant to be. We sat down with Travis and had an absolute blast on this weeks episode. We talked about how a kid from the Central valley goes on to not only act and make movies, but also become s a sweet potato distributor. We break down the life events that led him to create t...
Aug 17, 2023•1 hr 49 min
In this episode of Central Valley Podcast we sit down and talk with David Tangipa. David is a proud, first-generation American and son of a veteran, he was born and raised in Sacramento and has lived his entire adult life in Fresno. He attended Fresno State and played tight end for the Bulldogs where he learned the importance of discipline, hard work, and spirit of the Central Valley. In the episode we talk about what led him to run for California Assembly, why it is important to him, and the co...
Aug 10, 2023•1 hr 20 min
In this episode of Central Valley Podcast we are joined by LaRussell. A rapper, businessman, entrepreneur, and just an overall great human being. LaRussell was born and raised in Vallejo, CA and we discuss how the rap scene in the area is often overlooked by other parts in the Bay area. We talked about how that was similar to the Central Valley and how we each started a live performance show to give back to those artist who often times get overlooked. In this episode we talk about his journey as...
Jul 30, 2023•43 min
In this podcast I am joined by Justin Shen, the owner and founder of ASIP Coffee Roaster Co. and Sensory Lab. Justin was born and raised in China, but found love for the coffee bean while studying abroad in America. Throughout this podcast we talk about how he fell in love with coffee while he was studying for his biology degree, as well as his families history in China. We talk about how what you major in isn't always what you do while laughing and having a great time over some ASIP Coffee. My ...
Jul 20, 2023•1 hr 24 min
This week's episode of the Central Valley Podcast features Eddie Wutangsy, the proprietor and creator of My Guy Market. My Guy Market is a sandwich shop inspired by New York-style cuisine, exclusively available in New York City and surprisingly, Fresno, CA. What sets My Guy Market apart is its reliance on the My Guy Market App, a free app that can be downloaded from the app store. During the podcast, we engage in a discussion with Eddie about the origins of his idea, the path he traversed to rea...
Jul 09, 2023•1 hr 57 min
In this episode we are joined by Lena Xiong-Perez owner of Humble Rice Farmer. Humble Rice Farm grows fresh products sustainably and specialize in seasonal fresh flowers. Throughout the podcast we laugh, have a good time, and discuss the journey she has had. In the podcast we discuss the farmer age gap, sustainable practices, and the journey her family has had. We had an absolute blast having Lena on the podcast and hearing her story. (@humble_rice_farmer) My Website: https://www.micahdiele.com ...
Jun 23, 2023•1 hr 52 min
