The Blake Mayfield Podcast

Blake is joined on today's episode by his childhood friend Billy 'Chill Bill' Riggins. The guys sit down for a talk about growing up together, reuniting in high school, the current state of hip hop, what's coming next for them both, and much more (1:52).

Intro Song:

1. 2pac - So Many Tears

Host & Producer: Blake Mayfield

Guest: Billy 'Chill Bill' Riggins

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Blake is joined on today's episode by legendary Action News Now Anchor/Producer Linda Watkins-Bennett. The show begins with Blake asking Linda what it was like to grow up in Chico back in the day, why Linda wanted to stay in Chico to work in broadcasting, and the most memorable stories during her 41-year career so far at Action News Now (2:20). Then, Linda talks about what the toughest part of the job is, unique things about Chico you won't be able to find anywhere else, and if there's anything in her career that she hasn't done yet that she would like to (35:07). To wrap things up, Blake asks Linda what comes next for her in 2026 and beyond (59:18) and lots more!

Intro Song:

1. Corinne Bailey Rae - Put Your Records On

Host & Producer: Blake Mayfield

Guest: Linda Watkins-Bennett

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Blake is joined on today's episode by Redding Vice Mayor and gastroenterologist Dr. Paul Dhanuka. Blake leads things off with asking Paul why he immigrated to Redding, California of all places from India, why he wanted to become a doctor, and what interested him about the medical field (2:00). Then, Paul explains what got him interested in local politics and running for city council, as well as things he hopes to change in 2027 when he becomes mayor, and what Redding can do about its budget and infrastructure issues (15:26). Lastly, Blake and Paul discuss their affinity for a local church, what comes next for Paul in 2026 (37:10) and lots more!

Intro Song:

1. The Alan Parsons Project - Eye in the Sky

Host & Producer: Blake Mayfield

Guest: Dr. Paul Dhanuka

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Blake is joined on today's episode by his football fanatic friend Alec White. The guys get right down to cutting checks with a discussion on Kyler Murray to the Vikings, if this free agency period was everything Al thought it would be, and what the Raiders should do now after Maxx Crosby's nixed trade to the Ravens (6:41). Next, the guys debate if Mike Evans really is the missing piece for the 49ers, the Chiefs signing Kenneth Walker III and where Tyreek Hill will end up (24:44). Last but not never least, the guys give way too early Super Bowl predictions, talk fantasy football strategies and where guys will be drafted (58:58) and much more!

Intro Song:

1. T.I. - Let 'Em Know

Host & Producer: Blake Mayfield

Guest: Alec White

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Blake is joined on today's episode by thee 530 hip hop aficionado Alejandro Manzo. The guys get right down to business as they begin to dissect J. Cole's 'The Fall Off album by discussing the 8 years of promotion leading up to it, the 'Big 3' beef from two years ago and how that affected the rollout, if the album is a classic and how well Cole executed the music on the project (5:15). Then, the fellas discuss the best songs on the project, the songs they didn't like, and their favorite songs overall (76:03). Lastly, the guys wrap up the show scoring the album from 1-10, what they think comes next for Cole (94:48).

Intro Songs:

1. J. Cole - Two Six

2. J. Cole - Safety

3. J. Cole - Poor Thang

Host & Producer: Blake Mayfield

Guest: Alejandro 'Hondro' Manzo

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Blake is joined on today's episode by Action News Now reporter Emilio Del Carpio. The show kicks off with Blake asking about Emilio's upbringing in Lima, Peru before immigrating to the Bay Area, why Emilio wanted to attend college in San Francisco, and how he landed the news gig in Chico (1:52). Then, the fellas dive head first into movie discussions, including why 'Sinners' is a better film than 'One Battle After Another', upcoming movies they have earmarked this year, favorite directors, and why independent cinemas matter more now than they ever have before (16:24). To put a bow on things, Blake asks Emilio about his plans/goals for 2026 (66:33) and lots more!

Intro Song:

1. Larry June - Smoothies in 1991

Host & Producer: Blake Mayfield

Guest: Emilio Del Carpio

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Blake is joined on today's episode by KRCR News Channel 7 Anchor Glenn Cassie. The show begins with how Glenn became interested in the news broadcasting business, where he's worked in his career so far, and why he chose to come to Redding a few years ago (1:51). Next, Glenn discusses his favorite part about being a newscaster, what the news industry may look like in the future, and what he enjoys doing most in his free time (25:33). Lastly, Blake asks Glenn about what his next plans are for 2026 (59:51) and lots more!

Intro Song:

1. Bon Jovi- Just Older

Host & Producer: Blake Mayfield

Guest: Glenn Cassie

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Blake is joined on today's episode by his dad Jerry Lawhorn immediately following Super Bowl LX between the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots. The guys lead things off with discussing the Seahawks emerging victorious, Sam Darnold winning his first Super Bowl, and the dominant Seattle defense (1:30). Next, they discuss Bad Bunny's halftime show performances and which commercials they enjoyed most from the big game (10:27). Lastly, they wrap up with what the Chargers should do in free agency next month to potentially compete in Super Bowl 61 at SoFi Stadium next year (16:28) and more!

Intro Song:

1. Blondie - Call Me

Host & Producer: Blake Mayfield

Guests: Jerry Lawhorn

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Blake is joined on today's episode by some football feins and familiar faces Alejandro Manzo and Alec White. The gang kick things off with a recap of the 2026 Grammy Awards, including Kendrick Lamar becoming the most winningest rapper of all time with 27 overall, and if Clipse not winning 'Best Rap Album' was an upset. Then they discuss J Cole's upcoming album 'The Fall Off' and what they expect after years of anticipation, and Bad Bunny's halftime show on Sunday (3:14). Then, the guys transition to Super Bowl LX where Blake makes an observation about the Patriots appearance, Sam Darnold's legacy if he wins, and if they're sure that the Seahawks will dominate this game as handily as everyone thinks (40:04). Lastly, the fellas guess the odds for the big game, give their Super Bowl 60 predictions, discuss what plans everyone has lined up for the occasion (72:33) and lots more!

Intro Song:

1. Kendrick Lamar & SZA - luther

Host & Producer: Blake Mayfield

Guests: Alejandro Manzo & Alec White

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Blake is joined on today's episode by his buddies/die hard Rams fans Tyler Van Dyke and Jorge Torres. The gang gets right down to brass tax as they discuss the Rams eking out the victory over the Chicago Bears in the Divisional Round, before transitioning into the Seahawks dominating the 49ers and which team has the upper had this weekend in the NFC Championship game (4:59). Then, the fellas talk MVP, and why Matthew Stafford deserves it over Drake Maye this season, before discussing which team has the most to gain from a Super Bowl victory this season (30:46). Lastly, the boys do their Conference Championship Sunday picks, Tyler talks about his new gig covering high school basketball games (45:28) and lots more!

Intro Songs:

1. The Game & 50 Cent - Hate It Or Love It

2. Vince Staples - Norf Norf

3. Kendrick Lamar - Humble

Host & Producer: Blake Mayfield

Guests: Tyler Van Dyke & Jorge Torres

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