Carl Lee, Hollis Lewis, and Lisa Otey dig into football loyalty—how fans choose their teams, and how trades like the Herschel Walker deal reshape franchises. The crew debates the Micah Parsons trade, ranks NFL contenders, and breaks down opening week in college football. Locally, they celebrate South Charleston’s first win in years under Coach Donnie Mays and what it means for the community.

Coach Pat Kirkland, Special Teams Coordinator and Defensive Assistant Coach for the West Virginia Mountaineers drops by to talk about coaching special teams and what it takes to be a good special teams player. Then, Dr. Jaclyn Swayne of the West Virginia Secondary Schools Activity Commission comes in studio to talk about her new role with the WVSSAC, plus what's new for the 2025-26 academic year. Let's Talk!

Attorney Paul Saluja joins Carl Lee, Hollis Lewis, and Lisa Otey in studio to talk about the hot button issue in West Virginia sports this year: Name, Image, and Likeness, or "NIL." The crew deep dives into what the new WVSSAC policy might mean for student athletes and coaches, what may not be allowed, and more. Plus, the discussion turns to how NIL and the Transfer Portal are changing the landscape of sports all across the Mountain State. Let's Talk!

Hosts Carl Lee and Lisa Otey talk about the history and running of the Charleston Distance Run with Victoria Barksdale and Sissy Laing, Carl's sister. Plus, the discussion turns to the mindsets and training involved with distance running. (Spoiler alert: Carl is NOT a fan of distance running!) Then, the conversation turns to rookie QB's in the NFL this season. Let's Talk!

Sterling Sharpe, the former Green Bay Packers wide out, joins Carl Lee and company IN STUDIO for a spirited discussion on his recent induction into the NFL Hall of Fame! Plus, Sharpe reflects on his career, his mindsets towards life and the game, and much, much more! With host Carl Lee, and co-hosts Hollis Lewis and Lisa Otey. Let's Talk!

Carl Lee, Lisa Otey, and Hollis Lewis talk football this episode, looking at several topics around the game. The discussion begins locally, discussing youth league football in the Dunbar, WV area with Courtney Williams, president of the Dunbar Football & Cheer. The discussion switches gears to the pros, with reports of NFL players and coaches possibly selling their comp tickets above market value. A spirited debate comes out for the final segment as Hollis Lewis poses the question: Is Philadelphia Eagles QB Jalen Hurts a top 10 quarterback? Let the discussion begin...

Carl Lee is joined by Lisa Otey and Hollis Lewis for a deep dive into three big topics in sports. First, they tackle the WNBA's explosion in popularity and debate whether Caitlin Clark truly is the face of the league. Then, they pull back the curtain on a hidden NFL collusion ruling that could have major implications for guaranteed contracts. Finally, they turn to high school football and Teddy Bridgewater’s suspension for selflessly supporting his underfunded alma mater. A no-punches-pulled episode on money, power, and principle in sports today.

Carl Lee and Lisa Otey interview the head coaches of The Basketball Tournament (TBT) teams centered right here in the Mountain State, with Ot Elmore of Herd That, and Jarrod West of Best Virginia.

Carl with Lisa and Hollis sits down with Dante Culpepper to trace his journey from a small Florida town to UCF and the NFL. Dante opens up about overcoming academic setbacks, mastering the Viking offense alongside Randy Moss, and achieving that legendary 2004 “zone” season. He offers practical leadership lessons, reveals what today’s quarterbacks get right (and wrong), and explains the importance of QB–OC chemistry. Plus, hear his candid takes on Aaron Rodgers, LeBron James, and coaching upheavals in pro sports. Off the field, Dante shares his real estate ventures, six-kid household, and how he copes with personal tragedy. This episode blends insider football wisdom with genuine life advice—perfect for sports fans and aspiring leaders alike.

West Virginia native and female boxing legend Christy Martin, a.k.a. "The Coal Miner's Daughter," stops by the Let's Talk studio to talk about her boxing journey, coming from a modest upbringing in the coal fields of West Virginia to finding herself in the center of the ring. Billed on some of the world's biggest fights promoted by the boxing icon Don King, Christy kicked open the door for women to enter the boxing world, a true pioneer in the sport. Christy discusses everything from training and boxing to her own work as a promoter today, plus she discusses her important work as an advocate for surivors of domestic violence and abuse.