Broke Boyz From Fresno

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 Voice and finding community across teams 
• using a TV platform as a door opener rather than a career plan 
• building tours and collaborations that help everyone involved 
• framing mental health as daily work and shared human experience 
• advice for artists to slow down on self-editing 
• navigating videography, editing, and scroll-stopping content 
• pushing back on trend culture while staying authentic 
You can follow Revel on Instagram @revel_day

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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 culture and supportive communities 
• Learning musical precision through classical violin and how it translates to vocal agility 
• The first big leap into singing publicly at a school talent show 
• Auditions, local competitions, and the path from American Idol attempts to The Voice 
• Using new visibility for gigs, fans, and a Cure For The Kids fundraiser project 
• Defining the “ultimate goal” as using music for good and reaching people who need it 
• New originals like “Song That’s Not About You” and “History” and what sparked them 
• Different songwriting methods: melody-first, lyrics-first, concept-first 
• Struggles with finishing songs, comparison, and building mental strength 
• Live performance notes: wanting a band, improving crowd work, and leaning on family support 
• Favorite weird tangents: strawberry candies, mint dislike, and the strawberry Oreo shake 

Follow her @Sadie.dahl on Instagram and TikTok 

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Johny Donatello- This Is Me (Unreleased)
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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 
• the parking garage runs and learning when to push and when to chill 
• Warner Theater pride and why local landmarks matter in a Fresno podcast 
• Dog Days stories, backstage access, networking, and the $100 pizza regret 
• how humble Fresno artists shaped the vibe and fueled the growth 
• why execution and persistence beat big talk every time 
• what sponsorship momentum taught us about risk and trust 
• DJ’s reasons for taking a break, and how we protect boundaries 
• the real time cost of filming, editing, and making authentic content 
• Season 4 mindset: elevation, bigger rooms, and bigger dreams 
Stay tuned for season four. 

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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 explaining how Thailand latched onto the record and how remixes extend a campaign

• “Wear more than one jacket” as the mindset for artists, entrepreneurs and creators

• Discipline, Lent, and cutting vices to get sharper in the studio • Salvadoran identity, Mexican-Salvadoran tension, and what pride looks like in real life

• Unity across cultures, propaganda online, and why division gets boosted

• Respect, language, and how intent changes how words land

• Building nostalgia into hip hop, including the Los Bukis concept

• Monetizing music through publishing, licensing, IP and a real release plan

• Autism awareness, ABA concerns, and what support for families should look like

Follow them @johnydonatello  ⁨@steelz_official⁩ 

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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 families feel safe 
• Feed a Family and respite support to reduce caregiver stress 
• What autism is, how the spectrum varies, and what nonverbal can look like 
• AAC devices and how technology helps communication 
• The unseen toll on parents, marriages, and autism siblings 
• Hospital challenges, cystic fibrosis realities, and long stays 
• Loneliness, burnout, and learning to direct anger at autism not the child 
• Bullying, disability awareness, and children’s books that teach empathy 
• School support wins plus gaps in training and safety 
• Why bus driver training and classroom accountability matter 

Please give them follow and subscribe to the channel on YouTube at Jorgia's Journey. Instagram and Facebook @Lashawn.Toney and TikTok @Jorgiajourney. 

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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 
• how the barbershop builds trust and long friendships 
• hair journeys, dreads upkeep and the real cost of maintenance 
• cutting hair during COVID as a hustle and why service work is hard 
• how Feed Tha Block started as Everybody Eats and evolved 
• first Fresno outreach drives from the back of a truck 
• building trust through donations, transparency and consistency 
• grief, setbacks and using faith to keep moving 
• men’s mental health, therapy mindsets and talking it out 
• reciprocity in friendships and scheduling time like an adult 
• collaborating with local businesses and learning from bigger orgs 
• advice for anyone who wants to give back: start now 
You can find Kam @feedthablock, or if you want to check out their website for all upcoming events, or if you just want to donate www.feedthablock.org. you can contact them at contact at feedthablock.org

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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 sports, and fight coverage
• the unseen work behind podcasting and setup
• DIY editing with CapCut and iPhone workflows
• why originality beats copying trends
• faith, humility, and near rock-bottom lessons
• community collabs with car culture and charity events
• building a team and managing capacity
• recognition moments and quiet supporters
• shared mission to spotlight the 559 and its talent
Please go ahead and follow him @insidethepodwlou & @insidethepodwloupodcast

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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 evolved into Detention’s growing scene
• why intimate venues help artists scale sustainably
• family-powered video and photography with Frankie Leal
• Mia Mie on college, stage craft, and her Janet Jackson cover
• Kenny Iko on post-show momentum and new music
• Sadie Dahl on The Voice, pranks, and future collabs
• the Morenos on resilience after loss and upcoming dates
• the role of curators like Nisha in stitching the scene
• crowd energy, dress code vibes, and behind-the-scenes moments

Follow all our amazing guest:

Cesar - @betweenpodz

Ralph- @ralphedwardsmusic

Brandon- @brandonfreeman559

Nisha- @allthingsfresno

Reggie- @culturefresno

Mia Mie- @officalmiamei

Frank- @frankielealphotography

Kenny- @iamkennyiko

The Morenos- @themorenosbandfresno

Sadie- @sadie.dahl

Adrie- @_trueadrie21

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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
• honesty about conflict and staying mission focused
• moving from free gigs to ticketed growth
• all-ages access to build future audiences
• Lucy’s Lab as a safe space to experiment
• asking for gigs and preparing for yes
• imposter syndrome and owning your role
• shout-outs to local artists and food staples
• live performance of a Valentine’s classic
Be there!! @vibecheck.theband on IG, FB, TikTok; Vibecheck headlines February 14 with special guests. “Fresno, show up. Support local.”

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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, lead and build projects
• the Fresno scene’s range and why access matters
• “Cellular Tree” origin and crowd response
• writing through miscarriage and finding release
• burnout, comparison and returning to the work
• joy in small shows, community and craft
• practical advice for emerging musicians
• where to find Brother Luke’s music
Find me on Instagram and Bandcamp. Each album is like two bucks. Instagram, Brother Luke and the Comrades.

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