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Pairing Dreams with Grit: Chef Rachel & Eric Go All In with The Staviary - A Name You’ve Never Heard, But Will Never Forget
Thursday, May 15, 2025 • Duration 37:28
Today on Up+Adam, we’ve got the exclusive first look at The Staviary—a brand new food and beer experience coming to downtown Paso Robles. Chef Rachel Ponce and brewmaster Eric Ponce join Adam to announce their long-awaited concept, opening behind the park in one of the most exciting new developments in town. From Michelin-star buzz to glassware from Belgium, these two are bringing something fresh, personal, and deeply soulful to the Central Coast.
In this first half of their interview, we dig into the origin story of The Staviary—from the made-up name that means everything to them, to how they landed their dream location. We talk concept, menu ideas, and what makes the beer program so unique—plus, Eric and Rachel share stories from Chicago, their travels abroad, and why this project feels like the one they were always meant to build. It’s part one of a majestic two-parter.
Today’s Interview: What does it mean to build a dynasty…and what does it cost to keep one? On today’s Up+Adam, Adam chats with former ESPN NBA reporter and Dub Dynasty host Israel Gutierrez to unpack the real story behind the Golden State Warriors. Yeah, we talk Steph, Draymond, Kerr, and Durant, buuuuut this convo isn’t just for the basketball heads. It’s for anyone who’s ever been curious about what makes greatness stick.
Even if you haven’t caught a single game this postseason (same), this is one of those stories that cuts deeper than sports. It’s about culture, ego, evolution—and how a franchise known for splash plays quietly became a masterclass in leadership and loyalty. We also dig into LeBron’s late-stage legacy, Luka’s rise, and yes… the weirdest legal take you’ll ever hear about free throws.
Sincere Thanks to the supporters of Up + Adam. Please take a moment and visit them and thank them for supporting local broadcasting, and valuing what we do here. Thank you for supporting them!
Please Rate, Review, and Subscribe to the podcast, and learn more at AdamMontiel.com
Buck Wild: Actor Oliver Stark from 9-1-1 on Fame, Fire, and Finding Himself
Wednesday, May 14, 2025 • Duration 21:35
From London stages to Hollywood firehouses, Oliver Stark has carved out a spot in primetime TV that’s impossible to ignore. Best known as Evan “Buck” Buckley on the hit ABC series 9-1-1, Oliver joins Up+Adam to talk about his unexpected journey, the real heart behind his character, and how playing a firefighter for over eight seasons has shaped the way he sees himself, and the world. Adam and Oliver get into everything from behind-the-scenes chaos to fan theories, imposter syndrome, and the kind of personal growth that only comes when you stop chasing what’s next and start standing tall in the now.
Plus: sausage rolls, Reddit rabbit holes, and the wine that wins over executive producers.
Catch Oliver Stark on 9-1-1, Thursdays at 8/7c on ABC.
The Killer Told the Truth. The State Didn’t Listen: When justice gets it backwards with Gilbert King of Bone Valley #TrueCrimeTuesday
Tuesday, May 13, 2025 • Duration 30:32
What happens when the justice system locks up the wrong man - and leaves the right one walking free? Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Gilbert King joins Adam to talk about Bone Valley Season 2, the shocking true-crime series following the decades-long case of Leo Schofield. Convicted of murdering his wife in 1987, Leo still sits behind bars, even after another man, Jeremy Scott, confessed. Gilbert opens up about the emotional weight of investigating this case for over six years, why Season 2 turns the focus to a killer haunted by his past, and how telling stories like these isn’t just journalism, it’s justice. This conversation goes deeper than headlines and hits harder than courtroom drama.
Off Course, On Purpose: How Sailing with Phoenix Is Capturing Hearts and Leaving Swell Enough Alone
Monday, May 12, 2025 • Duration 37:29
On today’s Up+Adam, we spotlight the incredible voyage of Oliver Widger (aka Sailing with Phoenix), a 29-year-old from Oregon who left his corporate job, bought a used boat, and set sail - solo - to Hawaii. Diagnosed with a rare spinal condition that could one day leave him paralyzed, Oliver decided to stop waiting and start moving. With no offshore experience and only his cat Phoenix for company, he’s now capturing the hearts of thousands online as he documents every challenge, every sunrise, and every brutally honest moment from the open ocean.
Have you heard about this guy? He’s awkward, he’s honest, and he’s doing something most of us only dream about. You can track his progress in real time, drop into his Instagram updates, or support the mission on GoFundMe. This isn’t just about sailing—it’s about bravery, vulnerability, and what it looks like to stop waiting for perfect conditions and just go.
Wine Me Up, Paso: In Depth Look into Next Weekend's Paso Wine Fest & Pet of the Week with Woods!
Friday, May 9, 2025 • Duration 26:15
Paso Wine Fest is next weekend, and it's not just another tasting event—it's the moment on the Paso wine calendar. Executive Director of the Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance, Joel Peterson, joins me to walk through what’s new, what’s returning, and what to circle in red on your calendar. With over 100 wineries participating, a Grand Tasting at the Paso Robles Event Center, and four full days of activations, open houses, and after-hours fun, this is Paso showing off. Get the lay of the land straight from the source.
And since it’s Friday, we’re also joined by Robin from Woods Humane Society to meet our Pet of the Week. If you're looking for a little love, and we mean the four-legged kind, you might just fall for today’s featured furball.
Damon Castillo Gets Unplugged and Gets Personal on Up+Adam
Thursday, May 8, 2025 • Duration 54:31
What do you get when a community treasure steps behind the mic and speaks from the soul? You get Damon Castillo. Today on Up+Adam, Adam catches up with the Central Coast’s own musical mainstay to talk songwriting, inspiration, the stories behind his sound, and what’s next for the Damon Castillo Band. From the studio to the stage, Damon’s blend of groove, grit, and genuine emotion continues to make him one of the most respected and beloved voices around here.
If you’ve ever been to one of his shows, you already know—this man doesn’t just perform, he connects. And speaking of shows, check him out this weekend for a Mother’s Day Concert at Pismo Beach’s Pacific Breeze (May 11, 1PM). Full concert schedule and links below.
Purple Haze & Liquid Gold: Olive the Above - Paso's Free Olive & Lavender Festival
Wednesday, May 7, 2025 • Duration 40:20
Paso Robles is about to smell a whole lot better. In this episode of Up+Adam, we’re spotlighting the 2025 Paso Robles Olive & Lavender Festival, going down Saturday, May 10th, at Downtown City Park. Adam is joined by Gina Hambly of Hambly Farms and Dominique Lobjois of Sunshine Olive Oil—two makers at the center of this hyper-local celebration of scent, flavor, and Central Coast craftsmanship.
Gina talks about how she and her husband built Hambly Farms from the soil up—harvesting, distilling, and bottling small-batch lavender goods right here on the Central Coast. Dominique shares the story behind her award-winning olive oils and how Sunshine Olive Oil has become a must-stop shop for food lovers across the region. Whether you're looking to taste, touch, or take home a little piece of Paso, this episode has your roadmap.
Justice, Interrupted: The Thomas Jodry Story (Local) & the Silence After the Fall #TrueCrimeTuesday
Tuesday, May 6, 2025 • Duration 51:51
On September 14, 2019, 21-year-old Thomas Jodry fell from a downtown San Luis Obispo parking structure. The police originally called it suicide. But his parents, William and Mary Jane Jodry, have been living inside the cracks of that story ever since, and they aren’t buying it.
In this emotional and revealing #TureCrimeTuesday episode of Up+Adam, Adam sits down with the Jodrys to talk about the night everything changed. From the moment they realized something wasn’t right, to the knock at the door from a much older man who had been with their son that night…holding Tommy’s phone, with blood on it - this conversation is not only about grief, but about instinct, patterns, and the pursuit of justice when the system falls silent.
They share what police did and didn’t do, what the courts dismissed, what they still need the public to help uncover, and what ‘Justice for Tommy’ looks like today.
This is about more than just one case. This is about what we owe each other when something doesn’t add up.
Playing Through: The Central Coast Hustle of a Local Singer/Songwriter/Musician
Monday, May 5, 2025 • Duration 37:49
A wrap up on Lumina Nights and Josh Rosenblum is back for Part Two, and this one hits differently. We pick up the conversation mid-stride - talking fatherhood, finding creative flow, and what it really means to grow as an artist. Josh brings the same authenticity and warmth as he did in Part One, but here the conversation loosens up, gets even more revealing, and yes—he picks up the guitar again for some unexpected live moments that’ll stay with you.
If you’ve ever felt caught between the grind and the groove, this one’s for you. Real talk, real music, real Josh. Let’s go.
Here Today, Gone Tamale: Atascadero's Biggest Event is Their Free Tamale Festival (This Weekend)!
Friday, May 2, 2025 • Duration 23:30
What do tamales, tiny dogs in costume, and civic pride have in common? Atascadero, baby. In this episode, we're joined by Terrie Banish, Deputy City Manager for the City of Atascadero, to talk all things Tamale Festival. It's one of the Central Coast's most festive, flavorful, and fur-friendly events of the year. We break down what’s new for 2025, how it’s grown into a regional favorite, and yes, Adam is back to be one of the judges for the legendary Pet Costume Contest. So polish up those paws and starch your sombreros.
Plus, we check in with Robin Coleman from Woods Humane Society, an incredible local organization doing vital work for our four-legged friends. You'll also meet Buddy, a pup who just might steal the show. Whether you're in it for the food, the fun, or the furry parade of adorableness, this one’s a vibe.
Today’s Interview: What does it mean to build a dynasty…and what does it cost to keep one? On today’s Up+Adam, Adam chats with former ESPN NBA reporter and Dub Dynasty host Israel Gutierrez to unpack the real story behind the Golden State Warriors. Yeah, we talk Steph, Draymond, Kerr, and Durant, buuuuut this convo isn’t just for the basketball heads. It’s for anyone who’s ever been curious about what makes greatness stick.
Even if you haven’t caught a single game this postseason (same), this is one of those stories that cuts deeper than sports. It’s about culture, ego, evolution—and how a franchise known for splash plays quietly became a masterclass in leadership and loyalty. We also dig into LeBron’s late-stage legacy, Luka’s rise, and yes… the weirdest legal take you’ll ever hear about free throws.
Sincere Thanks to the supporters of Up + Adam. Please take a moment and visit them and thank them for supporting local broadcasting, and valuing what we do here. Thank you for supporting them!
Today’s Interview: What does it mean to build a dynasty…and what does it cost to keep one? On today’s Up+Adam, Adam chats with former ESPN NBA reporter and Dub Dynasty host Israel Gutierrez to unpack the real story behind the Golden State Warriors. Yeah, we talk Steph, Draymond, Kerr, and Durant, buuuuut this convo isn’t just for the basketball heads. It’s for anyone who’s ever been curious about what makes greatness stick.
Even if you haven’t caught a single game this postseason (same), this is one of those stories that cuts deeper than sports. It’s about culture, ego, evolution—and how a franchise known for splash plays quietly became a masterclass in leadership and loyalty. We also dig into LeBron’s late-stage legacy, Luka’s rise, and yes… the weirdest legal take you’ll ever hear about free throws.
Sincere Thanks to the supporters of Up + Adam. Please take a moment and visit them and thank them for supporting local broadcasting, and valuing what we do here. Thank you for supporting them!
Today’s Interview: What does it mean to build a dynasty…and what does it cost to keep one? On today’s Up+Adam, Adam chats with former ESPN NBA reporter and Dub Dynasty host Israel Gutierrez to unpack the real story behind the Golden State Warriors. Yeah, we talk Steph, Draymond, Kerr, and Durant, buuuuut this convo isn’t just for the basketball heads. It’s for anyone who’s ever been curious about what makes greatness stick.
Even if you haven’t caught a single game this postseason (same), this is one of those stories that cuts deeper than sports. It’s about culture, ego, evolution—and how a franchise known for splash plays quietly became a masterclass in leadership and loyalty. We also dig into LeBron’s late-stage legacy, Luka’s rise, and yes… the weirdest legal take you’ll ever hear about free throws.
Sincere Thanks to the supporters of Up + Adam. Please take a moment and visit them and thank them for supporting local broadcasting, and valuing what we do here. Thank you for supporting them!
Sincere Thanks to the supporters of Up + Adam. Please take a moment and visit them and thank them for supporting local broadcasting, and valuing what we do here. Thank you for supporting them!
Sincere Thanks to the supporters of Up + Adam. Please take a moment and visit them and thank them for supporting local broadcasting, and valuing what we do here. Thank you for supporting them!
Sincere Thanks to the supporters of Up + Adam. Please take a moment and visit them and thank them for supporting local broadcasting, and valuing what we do here. Thank you for supporting them!
Sincere Thanks to the supporters of Up + Adam. Please take a moment and visit them and thank them for supporting local broadcasting, and valuing what we do here. Thank you for supporting them!
Sincere Thanks to the supporters of Up + Adam. Please take a moment and visit them and thank them for supporting local broadcasting, and valuing what we do here. Thank you for supporting them!
Sincere Thanks to the supporters of Up + Adam. Please take a moment and visit them and thank them for supporting local broadcasting, and valuing what we do here. Thank you for supporting them!
Please Rate, Review, and Subscribe to the podcast, and learn more at AdamMontiel.com
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