In this week's episode of Central Valley Podcast, your host Micah Diele takes center stage in a solo podcast episode. Prepare to be immersed as he expresses heartfelt gratitude for the support received, delves into an insightful analysis of the podcast's growth and evolution, and regales you with an assortment of delightful anecdotes and hot takes on the amusing aspects of life and past experiences. My Website: https://www.micahdiele.com The Dopest Sponsors Ever: Marcus Rodriguez (Central Valley...
Jun 16, 2023•1 hr 8 min
In this week's episode of the Central Valley Podcast, we are thrilled to welcome Monica, the brilliant and charismatic owner of Luna Star Boutique. (@shop_lunastar) Monica's dynamic presence and exceptional talents made for an extraordinary conversation where we delved into the intricacies of entrepreneurship, the captivating realm of fashion, and even indulged in a spirited game of "who wore it better?" Laughter filled the air as we embarked on a genuine and enriching exchange, leaving us with ...
Jun 09, 2023•1 hr 33 min
In this week's episode of Central Valley Podcast, get ready to be entertained by the Bogey Wogey Boys! This group of passionate individuals not only possesses an unwavering love for golf but also creates funny content that will keep you entertained no matter what you preferred platform is. Whether it's Instagram, YouTube, or TikTok their content is sure to make you laugh. Join us as we dive deep into their fascinating journey, exploring their humble beginnings, the breakthrough videos that gaine...
May 29, 2023•2 hr 9 min
In this week's episode, we embarked on an exciting adventure as we took our podcast on the road to the Central Valley Brewfest. It marked our debut in remote podcasting, and let me tell you, it was an absolute whirlwind of joy and excitement. We had the incredible opportunity to sit down and engage in captivating interviews with some of the area's finest, including California Seltzer Co, Blaker Brewing, Dust Bowl Brewing, 5 Window Beer Company, Dying Breed Brewing, Last Call Crewing, Sacrament B...
May 22, 2023•2 hr 11 min
In this episode I am joined by Brian Silveira. Brian works at the Ag Center and operates two businesses within the Central Valley: Caddy Shack for Rodent Control and Tree Barber for trimming. During the podcast, we talked about Brian's experiences growing up in the Central Valley, being raised on a dairy farm, and the unique challenges and opportunities that come with living and working in this area. Brian shared his insights on the importance of agriculture and some misconceptions people have a...
May 10, 2023•1 hr 41 min
On this episode of the Central Valley podcast, we are delighted to welcome El Gordo Mamon AKA Julian Gonzalez. He is a talented stand-up comedian with a fascinating background that has shaped his comedy career. During the episode, Julian shares his journey of how running a smog repair shop ultimately led him to becoming a social media comedian and how that turned into becoming a stand-up comedian. Julian also talks about his time in the military and how it played a role in his journey to becomin...
Apr 26, 2023•1 hr 35 min
On this episode of the Central Valley podcast, we are excited to welcome Chef Tu David Phu, a renowned chef and culinary artist with an impressive track record in the industry. Chef Tu David Phu is a Vietnamese-American chef who draws inspiration from his cultural heritage and his experiences growing up in Oakland, California. He was a contestant on Bravo's "Top Chef" and has been featured in numerous publications, including the New York Times, San Francisco Chronicle, and Bon Appétit. During th...
Apr 18, 2023•1 hr 25 min
Welcome to this week's episode of Central Valley Podcast. In this episode, we had the pleasure of interviewing Carlos, a journalist from an independent news station called Central Valley TV. During the interview we dive into how Carlos was user #65 on a small website known as YouTube and how he was a user on Twitch before it was ever called that. Carlos shared some fascinating insights on the role that social media and online platforms have played in shaping the media landscape. We also got an i...
Apr 05, 2023•1 hr 28 min
In this episode, I am joined by my Grandpa, Don Rogers and Cousin Manuel Stone, who joins us from Portugal. In this podcast we discuss our family history and shared experiences. The conversation dives into the life and work of Manuel Guerra Junqueiro, a famous Portuguese poet who is a link between their families. We share stories about our various trips to Portugal, and laugh along the way. Throughout the episode we also talk about the unique experiences Don had owning a dairy farm, working on c...
Mar 30, 2023•1 hr 38 min
In this episode I am joined by my two sisters, Nicole and Samantha Diele. We go down memory lane talking about childhood memories, the old house we grew up in, and lots and lots of laughs. It was a great way to end Season 4 and I am so glad you can meet the family.
Dec 30, 2022•1 hr 39 min
In this episode of Central Valley Podcast I am joined by Dope As Yola. Dope As Yola is a very talented individual and has been creating content on the internet since 2011. He is owner of a streetwear company "Push Trees" and co-hosts a podcast called "The Dope as Usual Podcast" with his talented friend Marty. He has had guests on like Tony Hawk, Steve-O, Ryan Sickler, Felipe Esparza and many more talented individuals. Our conversation was full of laughs, smokes, and a true genuine conversation. ...
Dec 24, 2022•1 hr 45 min
In this episode I am joined by the two people who have helped me out the most during this podcast journey Lindsey & Duffy. We laugh, recap the season, and talk about the growth and future of the show.
Dec 12, 2022•1 hr 19 min
In this episode I am joined by Michael Behlen, the founder of Analog Forever Magazine. Born and raised in Fresno, CA Behlen conducts artist interviews and curates fine art photography for Analog Forever Magazine . In this episode we talk about how the magazine came to be, his future projects, and laughed a lot. The musical guest of the episode is Slow Burn Crew.
Nov 30, 2022•1 hr 49 min
In this episode I am joined by Mercedes Ramirez-Ruiz, a brow expert and makeup artist. Mercy was born without a hand and throughout this podcast we discuss her journey throughout the beauty industry, how she started embracing her "fuck it" attitude, and how she hopes to inspires others. I truly enjoyed this episode and I hope you do too!
Nov 23, 2022•1 hr 28 min
In this episode I am joined by Rafa Verdin and Joaquin Rodriguez. They are both talented filmmakers, photographers, and entrepreneurs right here in the Central Valley. We talk about how we got into filmmaking, who inspires us, and what we can do in order to grow within this industry in the Central Valley. I truly enjoyed this conversation and I hope you do too!
Nov 15, 2022•1 hr 45 min
In this podcast I am joined by 3 long time sponsors Marcus Rodriguez, Thore, and Scott Livesay. In this podcast we drink Blaker Beers, smoke cigars, and almost finish a bottle of whiskey. We laughed a lot, had great conversations, and cut out an hour and a half of non sense.
Oct 31, 2022•2 hr 40 min
In this episode I am joined by the Sisters of the Valley. Commonly known on the internet and by the media as the "weed nuns," they are a group of women are on a mission to heal the world through plant-based medicine. I sat down with them and discussed who they are, how the sisters came to be, as well as what new products they have coming out. It was a lovely conversation and I hope you enjoy it! The musical guest for the podcast is Feli Rodriguez where she covers two songs beautifully.
Oct 19, 2022•1 hr 26 min
In this episode I am joined by Jose Cruz. Jose has another podcast that's located right here in the Central Valley called Still Here Podcast. In this episode Jose and I catch up, talk about why he started his podcast, where he's taking it, and just bro out with some great conversation. My musical performance this week is a performance by a very talented dude named Brian Cade where he performs 2 songs.
Oct 12, 2022•2 hr 30 min
In this podcast I sit down and talk to Erik Koenig. Erik is from Merced and is an ultra marathon runner. We talk about why he does it, the path he took, and advice for anyone that is interested ultra running. The musical guest on this podcast is Johni Boi Lopez where he performs his songs "Passion & Pleasure" and " Goin Down."
Sep 22, 2022•2 hr 9 min
In this episode I am joined by Trey Paster. Trey is a collegiate athlete that plays inside line backer for Cal Berkeley. Trey and I sit down and talk about what lead him to want to graduate early from high school, why he started playing football, and what drove him to give back to the community that helped raise him. The musical performance in this episode is a very talented artist that goes by Mali. He performs two songs, "I ain't mad at Cha" & "If you ain't know."
Sep 14, 2022•2 hr 24 min
SEASON 4 IS HERE!!! I am so happy to announce the first episode of season 4 with Fresno resident Austin LeMay. There will also be musical performance on most the episodes this season starting with IRONCHEFWEEZ. Austin is a Leadership teacher in Fresno, California. You may have seen him throughout the past year on Ellen, Ridiculousness, or on instagram/tiktok dancing with his students. It was about a year a go when his video went viral of him doing the dance "the jerk" with his student. In this e...
Sep 02, 2022•1 hr 21 min
In this episode Lindsey and I begin the podcast at Coronado Beach in San Diego and abruptly switch scenes to the studio. In this episode we answer questions and topics people gave us, discuss the end of Season 3, and reflect on where the podcast has come from.
Jul 29, 2022•57 min
In this episode I am joined by City Counsel Member Sarah Boyle. The podcast is in a new location. Thank you to Anthony Olvera, CEO of Out Source Plug for letting us use his location for the episode. In this podcast Sarah and I talk about growing up in the Merced, how we both were drawn back, and why she wanted to run for City Counsel.
Jul 15, 2022•1 hr 12 min
In this episode I am joined by Quentin Garcia. Quentin is the Executive Chef at El Capitan, Mainzer, and Rainbird. He started cooking in a professional kitchen when he was 11 years old and has been doing so ever since. He has worked at multiple Michelin Star Restaurant and currently resides in the Central Valley of California where he highlights the best of what the region offers in a unique way. In this podcast we talk about how he started cooking at such a young age, where he gained his knowle...
Jun 30, 2022•1 hr 30 min
In this episode I am joined by Danny V, an artist and producer from Watsonville, CA. In this episode Danny and I talk about how he started producing music in high school and how that transitioned into what he does now. We talked about the journey and progression of growing as an artist and where he wants to take it.
Jun 22, 2022•1 hr 20 min
In this episode I am joined by Ashley Madison. Ashley is a personal trainer and fitness influencer who gained popularity from her amazing before and after pictures. In this episode we talk about how she got into fitness, what her goals are, and how she stays so open to everyone who follows her. It was a great conversation and I hope you enjoy it!
Jun 03, 2022•1 hr 11 min
In this episode I am joined by Tyler Dew. Tyler is a barber located in Sacramento, California. He has been cutting fades for about 13 years and in this episode we talk about how he got into it, when he first saw his social media really start to grow, as well as talk about what he enjoys outside of being a barber. I truly enjoyed this conversation and hope you do too!
May 23, 2022•1 hr 8 min
In this episode I am joined by Lili, owner of Haven Salon located in the Bear Creek Shopping Center in Merced, CA. In this episode we talk about the process it takes to become a hair stylist, what made her want to open up her own salon, and what that process was like. We laugh a lot, celebrate her birthday, and talk about what it's like to go from renting a space to owning your own place.I truly enjoyed this episode and I hope you do too!
May 09, 2022•1 hr 19 min
In this episode I am joined by Matt St Pierre, Executive Director and Co-Founder of Restore Merced. Restore Merced is a community development effort focused on creating opportunities for low-moderate income residents in Merced, CA to experience spiritual, social, and economic flourishing. Matt and I sat down and had a great conversation about who he is, the work that he does, and had some genuine laughs in the conversation. I truly enjoyed this episode and I hope you do too!
Apr 29, 2022•1 hr 18 min
In this episode I am joined by Josh Rogina. He is a really great dude who runs and operates entrepreneur, investor, & runs and operates multiple dispensaries within the Central Valley. I had a great conversation where we talked about what he does, the history of this beautiful area we call home, hidden gems in the valley, and finally end it with some crypto talk & whatnot. I had a great conversation and I hope you enjoy it.
Apr 15, 2022•1 hr 46 min
