Nampa’s own Esteban Jimenez makes his professional debut at Caldwell Fight Night 3 in a welterweight showdown against Brandon Hughes (1-0-1). In this exclusive interview, Jimenez shares his training camp insights, how he’s preparing for his opponent, and what fans can expect when he steps into the ring for the first time as a pro.

What if every beautiful space could also change a life?

In this episode, you’ll hear:

How Borum’s personal story of resilience fuels a movement for “career redemption”

Ji’s perspective on precision, sustainability, and blending design with purpose

Why their clients aren’t just buying furniture or spaces, but joining a mission to restore dignity and inspire hope

This is more than a business story; it’s a testament to the power of design, partnership, and vision to transform lives.

Alan Rea is a determined fighter representing Team No Excuse MMA in Nampa, Idaho. In this interview, Alan opens up about his martial arts journey, his training environment, his fighting style, and what keeps him motivated both inside and outside the ring. A personal look at a rising name in the world of combat sports.

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In this episode, we sit down with Chavar Dontae, the alt-pop singer-songwriter and producer whose journey stretches from the streets of Saginaw, Michigan and Toledo, Ohio to the vibrant music scene of Los Angeles. With Brazilian heritage, Midwest grit, and a sound that fuses pop, R&B, rock, and electronic influences, Chavar opens up about the backstory behind his artistry, the importance of staying authentic, and the creative vision behind his latest project Too Much.

Listeners will hear:

How his Midwest upbringing and Brazilian roots shaped his genre-defying style

The lessons from navigating between being known as an artist vs. being known as a person

The inspiration behind Too Much and what’s next for his evolving sound

If you’ve ever wondered how a rising artist balances heritage, hustle, and heart while carving out space in today’s music world, this conversation with Chavar Dontae will leave you inspired.

Coach Louie Neagle, head of Tomorrow’s Champions Boxing Club, shares his perspective as he prepares both Esteban Jimenez, Ruben Manrajos, Christian Palomo and others for their fights at Caldwell Fight Night 3. Hear how he balances coaching multiple fighters on the same card, his training philosophy, and what fans can expect from his athletes.

At just 20 years old, Ethan Gillanders already holds a third-degree black belt in Taekwondo and has been training martial arts since the age of 4. After adding kickboxing and Muay Thai to his arsenal, he’s now making waves in full-contact competition. In this interview, Ethan talks about his fighting journey, his style, and his goals for the future.

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Moe “Machete” Williams, a Jackson, Michigan native and former pro MMA fighter with black belts in Taekwondo and Shotokan Karate, shares his powerful journey from the cage to the coaching corner. Now a cornerstone of Murcielago MMA, Moe discusses his fighting roots, the transition to training, and what it takes to shape top talent like Khaos Williams and Joaquin Buckley. This episode dives into discipline, resilience, and the evolving fight culture in Michigan’s MMA scene. 

Legendary soul-blues guitarist, singer, and songwriter Johnny Rawls sits down to share his incredible journey from growing up in Mississippi to touring with O.V. Wright in the 1970s and building a five-decade career that has earned him multiple Blues Music Awards. In this interview, Rawls opens up about his acclaimed albums Walking Heart Attack (2023) and Make Them Dance (2025), his approach to songwriting and live performance, and what it means to keep the blues alive in today’s music scene. He also talks about collaborating with Jeff Engelbert and what fans can expect at the upcoming Boise blues concert.

If you love blues history, soulful storytelling, and authentic American roots music, this conversation with Johnny Rawls is a must-watch.

Jeff Engelbert joins The Gordie Tamayo Show for an inspiring conversation about his journey from suburban Long Island to becoming one of the Northwest’s most respected blues musicians. In this episode, Jeff shares how early exposure to underground radio shaped his love for blues and soul, his path to mastering guitar at just ten years old, and the lessons he’s carried into a career dedicated to keeping the blues alive. We also explore his collaboration with blues legend Johnny Rawls and what fans can expect from their Boise performance.

Listeners will walk away with insight into Jeff’s influences, his songwriting approach, and his vision for how blues can stay relevant in 2025 and beyond.

Heavyweight prospect Ruben Manrajos (0-0-1) of Tomorrow’s Champions Boxing Club sits down to talk about his upcoming bout at Caldwell Fight Night 3 against Iosefa Esera (2-1). Manrajos opens up about his training camp, lessons learned from past fights, and his mindset heading into a high-stakes heavyweight clash.