The Bobby Couto Show

May Live Cast — Episode 2

Host: Bobby Couto
Co-host: David Sousa
Special Guest: Helio Pacheco
Theme: Art, culture, community, and the story behind the murals

On May Live Cast Episode 2, Bobby Couto is joined by co-host David Sousa and special guest Helio Pacheco, a local artist and muralist whose work brings walls, culture, and community stories to life.

Helio’s art blends creativity, heritage, and public storytelling — from murals celebrating Fall River and Azorean culture to large-scale pieces that honor local history and identity. This conversation dives into where his artistic journey began, how public art transforms neighborhoods, and what it means to create work that people don’t just see — but feel.

This episode is about more than paint on a wall. It’s about purpose, culture, legacy, and using creativity to leave something behind for the community.

All roads lead here.

Show Description

🎙️ May Live Cast: Episode 1 — From the Firehouse to the Mic with Josh Hetzler ("Florian") 🚒🔥

👋 Episode Summary:In the kickoff to our May Live Cast line-up, we sit down with a true Renaissance man of the South Coast: Josh Hetzler, known in the music world as Florian. 🎵

Hosted by Bobby Couto alongside co-host David Sousa, and with Jody Jo running the boards keeping the energy flawless, this episode dives deep into a life defined by service, family, and creative passion. 🎚️✨ Josh opens up about what it was like growing up right here in Fall River—an upbringing that shaped his journey from serving on the local school committee to spending the last 14 years on the line as a dedicated Fall River firefighter. 🧑‍🚒

But public service is only part of the story. Josh pulls back the curtain on his life as a father of eight 👦👧👶 and how he channels his personal experiences, human connection, and a message of unity into a thriving hip-hop career. Taking his artist name from St. Florian—the patron saint of firefighters—he bridges the gap between the firehouse and the recording studio with absolute authenticity. 🎤🎧

Plus, we break up the talk by spinning two of his hit tracks live on air! 📻🎶

🗣️ What We Talk About:

• 🏠 Fall River Roots: Growing up in the city and how the local culture builds character.

• 📋 The Arena of Public Service: What drove Josh to step into the political ring on the School Committee and his 14-year career protecting the city as a firefighter.

• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 The Ultimate Balancing Act: Real talk on managing a chaotic, rewarding life as a father of eight.

• 🎙️ The Birth of Florian: How an upbringing raised on classic rock and a love for sharp wordplay evolved into a serious hip-hop journey.

• 🎵 Music with a Message: The inspiration behind his tracks, dealing with the initial skepticism from the guys at the station, and breaking down the two hit songs featured in today’s episode.

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All roads lead here.

April Live Cast Episode 3 — Collin Dias | School Committee, Mayor Coogan Recall & Fall River Education

In April Live Cast Episode 3, The Bobby Couto Show welcomes Collin Dias, Fall River School Committee member, for a powerful conversation about leadership, education, accountability, and the future of Fall River.

Hosted by Bobby Couto, with co-host David Sousa and Jody Jo on the boards, this episode dives into some of the biggest conversations happening in the city — including the Mayor Paul Coogan recall effort, which Collin Dias is helping lead.

Collin joins the show to discuss his role on the Fall River School Committee, the ongoing concerns surrounding city leadership, the relationship between the mayor’s office and the school system, and why he believes the people of Fall River deserve more transparency, communication, and accountability.

We also discuss the future of Fall River education, the challenges facing students, parents, teachers, and administrators, and what it takes to create real progress inside the school system.

This episode is about more than politics. It’s about public trust, community voices, education, leadership, and the direction of the city we all care about.

Hosted by: Bobby Couto
Co-host: David Sousa
Guest: Collin Dias
On the boards: Jody Jo
Presented by: The Bobby Couto Show / Studio B

All Roads Lead Here.

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April Live Cast Episode 2 — Marcel Riley | Mae’s Playground

In this powerful episode of The Bobby Couto Show April Live Cast, Bobby Couto is joined by co-host rapper Ya Boi Loco, with Jody Jo on the boards, for a heartfelt conversation with Marcel Riley, the founder and driving force behind Mae’s Playground.

Inspired by his daughter Mae-Ella, who is nonverbal and autistic, Marcel began by creating a sensory-friendly play space in his own backyard after his fiancée, Jessica, was diagnosed with stage 4 lung and brain cancer. What started as a father’s act of love has grown into a community mission to help bring a sensory-friendly playground to Fall River, giving children of all abilities a place where they can feel safe, included, and free to play.

Marcel’s story is about more than building a playground. It is about family, purpose, autism awareness, community, and turning pain into something that can help others. Mae’s Playground has been connected to plans for a sensory-friendly playground at Abbott Court in Fall River, inspired by Marcel’s work and vision.

This is the kind of conversation that reminds us why community matters — because sometimes one father’s love can spark a movement.

Featuring:
Bobby Couto
Rapper Ya Boi Loco
Marcel Riley
Jody Jo on the boards

The Bobby Couto Show
All Roads Lead Here.

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April Live Cast Episode 1 brings a major cross-platform event as The Bobby Couto Show teams up with Michael Silvia of The Fall River Reporter for a powerful live conversation about one of the biggest stories impacting Fall River right now.Hosted by Bobby Couto, alongside co-host David Sousa and Jody Jo on the boards, this special live cast dives deep into the Fall River Police warrant scandal and the full WSAR story, breaking down the controversy, the questions, the public response, and what it all means for the city moving forward.This is more than just a live show — it’s a real, raw, community-driven discussion between two local platforms committed to bringing important conversations to the forefront. Expect insight, perspective, and honest dialogue as The Bobby Couto Show and The Fall River Reporter come together for a must-watch event.Support The Bobby Couto Show on Patreon:  / thebobbycoutoshow  April Live Cast Episode 1Featuring Michael Silvia of The Fall River ReporterHosted by Bobby CoutoCo-host David SousaJody Jo on the boardsDiscussing the Fall River Police warrant scandal and the full WSAR storyA special cross-platform live eventAll roads lead here.

March Live Cast Episode 1 brings the action with special guest Aaron Bernardo, joined by co-host David Sousa, as we spotlight the upcoming Studio B-sponsored Spring Swing event at Bernardo’s Boxing. This episode is all about the fights, the fighters, and the energy building around what promises to be an incredible night of boxing.

Together, we break down all the fights on the card, discuss the matchups, the fighters to watch, and what makes this event such an important night for the local boxing community. Aaron gives us an inside look at the work being done at Bernardo’s Boxing, while Bobby Couto and David Sousa help bring the conversation to life with excitement, insight, and passion for the sport.

This live cast is more than just a fight preview — it’s a celebration of hard work, discipline, community, and the heart behind local boxing. If you’re a fan of the fight game, local talent, and meaningful conversation, this is an episode you do not want to miss.

March Live Cast Episode 1 featuring Aaron Bernardo, with co-host David Sousa — proudly promoting the Studio B-sponsored Spring Swing event at Bernardo’s Boxing.

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🎙️ Episode 104 – The Bobby Couto Show
💥 Talos Farris: From War to Purpose

What does it take to rebuild your life… and then choose to lead others?

In this deeply powerful episode, Bobby Couto sits down with Talos Farris, State Representative candidate for Bristol County District 7 — a man whose journey is anything but ordinary.

Before politics… before the campaign…
Talos served as a U.S. Navy medic embedded with the Marines during the Iraq War, experiencing the realities of war firsthand.

And when he returned home… the battle didn’t end.

Talos opens up about becoming a homeless veteran, navigating some of the darkest moments of his life — and how he found the strength to rise, rebuild, and step into a purpose bigger than himself.

This is not just a conversation about leadership…
This is a story of resilience, redemption, and responsibility.

In this episode, we dive into:
🔥 His experience serving in Iraq alongside the Marines
🔥 The transition from military life to civilian struggles
🔥 Overcoming homelessness and rebuilding from the ground up
🔥 The moment he decided to run for office
🔥 His vision for Bristol County and the people he represents

No scripts. No filters. Just truth.

If you’ve ever faced adversity…
If you believe in second chances…
If you want to understand what real leadership looks like…

👉 This episode will stay with you.

🎧 Tune in, tap in, and be part of the conversation.

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Because on this show…
ALL ROADS LEAD HERE.

Episode 103: Inside the SVU with Det. George Duarte

Welcome to Episode 103 of The Bobby Couto Show.

In this episode, I sit down with Providence Police SVU Detective George Duarte, a specialist in human trafficking investigations and the host of The 10-8 Show. We go behind the badge to discuss the reality of violent crimes in our area, breaking down major operations like the 2017 "Fake Uber" predator case and the 2021 Olneyville sex trafficking bust that earned him national recognition.

We also tackle the tough, controversial issues currently facing Rhode Island, including the ongoing debate over decriminalizing sex work, the dangers it poses to vulnerable minors, and the push for "immunity in reporting" to ensure victims can come forward safely.

I’ve done this on my own. I haven’t had any help from anyone to build this platform, and I do it to bring you real, unfiltered conversations like this one. All of this is natural; all of this is organic. There is no paid outside advertising for The Bobby Couto Show. This is happening because you are listening. The truth will always prevail, and we will always be the ambassadors.

In this episode, we cover:

• Det. Duarte's transition into the Special Victims Unit and his trauma-informed approach.

• The digital forensics and police work behind catching a serial predator in the 2017 "Fake Uber" case.

• Shutting down a major trafficking ring operating in plain sight in Olneyville.

• Why Det. Duarte opposes full decriminalization of sex work but fights for victim reporting immunity.

• Insights and stories from his own podcast, The 10-8 Show.

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All roads lead here.

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February Live Cast Episode 6 – Christopher Peckham

All roads lead here! 🎙️ We are back in the studio for February Live Cast Episode 6, and this week we are bringing you an unfiltered, heavy-hitting conversation about the issues that matter most to our local community.

Bobby Couto is joined at the table by co-host David Sousa, while Jody Jo keeps things locked in and running smoothly on the boards. For this episode, we welcome Fall River City Councilor and Public Safety Chair, Christopher Peckham.

We’re pulling back the curtain on local politics and diving deep into the state of public safety in Fall River. From the council floor to the neighborhoods, we are asking the tough questions and getting real answers on how local leadership is addressing the challenges we face right now.

• Frontline Public Safety: Councilor Peckham breaks down the current priorities, ongoing challenges, and future initiatives for Fall River’s safety and first responders.

• Inside City Hall: A candid look at the latest developments from the City Council and what it actually means for the residents.

• Live Q&A: Jody Jo brings the heat, pulling listener questions directly from the live chat to the mic.

• Community First: A raw discussion on why strong leadership, transparency, and local representation are more important than ever in the South Coast.

If you love what we're doing and want to help us keep the lights on and the mics hot, consider joining our community. You'll get exclusive access, early drops, and behind-the-scenes content you won't find anywhere else.

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Crew & Info:

• Host: Bobby Couto

• Co-Host: David Sousa

• On the Boards: Jody Jo

• Location: Fall River, MA

All Roads Lead Here.

Episode 102: Bobby Walason – "Unmade" 🦇

Episode 102 features the one and only Bobby Walason, and we are laying it all on the table. We dive deep into his incredible book, Unmade: Honor Loyalty Redemption, and when I say we covered everything, I mean everything.

This isn't a Hollywood script; this is real life. Bobby takes us through the unimaginable—being thrown out onto the streets of Providence at just 12 years old, sleeping in cardboard boxes, and fighting to survive. We talk about his time at the Olneyville Boys Club, getting sentenced to the adult prison system at 16, and how his reputation for toughness drew the attention of the New England Mob.

We get into the heavy, gritty details of his time as a feared enforcer, the terrifying realities of the mafia-controlled streets in the 1970s, and the attempted hit on his life where he survived a 9mm bullet and a jammed gun to the head. But more importantly, we talk about how he did the impossible: walking away from organized crime without flipping, going into witness protection, or ending up in a shallow grave.

From the darkest corners of the underworld to building a successful life as an entrepreneur, Bobby’s story is the ultimate testament to resilience and redemption.

This is raw, unfiltered, and as real as it gets. Cancel your noise, turn up the volume, and do not miss a second of this sit-down.

Grab a copy of his book, Unmade, and strap in.

All roads lead here. 🎙️🦇