The Gordie Tamayo Show
This is “The Gordie Tamayo Show”, hosted by digital media savant and community storyteller Gordie Tamayo. Each episode fuses the entrepreneurial grit of start‑ups with the soulful beats of indie musicians, and the heart‑pounding drama of grassroots sports. Whether he’s interviewing a Basque pop band fresh off Treefort, or spotlighting a boxing champion, Gordie connects the dots between culture, commerce and community. Authentic, and always curious, The Gordie Tamayo Show celebrates stories that reveal how creativity, business and sports intersect across cultures, reminding listeners everywhere that purpose and passion are the true drivers of success. Tune in for conversations that inspire and inform; no matter where you are in the world.
Episodes
Stress doesn’t disappear when you chase bigger goals; it intensifies. In this episode of The Gordie Tamayo Show, Dat Tran unpacks how high performers can train resilience, interrupt stress patterns, and build a mindset that performs consistently under pressure.
Dat shares real-world experiences navigating imposter feelings, ambitious environments, and personal growth edges; along with a practical reset technique to help listeners b...
In this deeply human conversation, Jared Thomas, Director of You Are Seen, joins The Gordie Tamayo Show to explore what it truly means to be seen; not as a case file or statistic, but as a whole person.
Jared shares the origin story behind You Are Seen and the lived experiences that shaped its mission: restoring dignity, belonging, and purpose within systems designed to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabi...
Milwaukee-based songwriter Orlando Peña, frontman of The Midnight Purchase, joins The Gordie Tamayo Show for an honest, wide-ranging conversation about building a modern Americana band from the ground up. What started as a simple Craigslist musician ad turned into an award-winning soul-folk project, a deal with Spectra Music Group, and the release of the band’s debut album, Young/Naive.
In this episode, Orlando breaks down the real...
In this episode of The Gordie Tamayo Show, Gordie sits down with rising indie artist Sydney Dale, whose genre-bending blend of pop, jazz, R&B, and folk is quickly gaining attention across the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Sydney opens up about releasing her first single at just 14 years old, navigating life as a young artist in Coeur d’Alene, and the creative journey that continues to shape her evolving sound.
From childhood mo...
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 powerful conversation, Borum Ahn; a survivor of human trafficking, and her husband, architect Ji Ahn, share how they turned pain into purpose. Together, they founded Borum Design + Build and Form + Flow, companies that not only deliver world-class interior architecture and custom furniture but also fund anti-trafficking missions and create career opportunities for surv...
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 v...
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.
Catch more at the Boise Beat.
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 evolvi...
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...
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 expl...
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.
At 43 years old, William Dunkle brings decades of fight experience into the ring. A veteran of MMA and bare-knuckle boxing, Dunkle has faced tough opponents like Sawyer Depee, Blake Davis, and Josh “The Boa” Bateman. In this interview, he reflects on his fighting journey, lessons from MMA and BKFC, and what keeps him motivated to compete in boxing today. Catch more at the Boise Beat.
In this powerful episode of The Gordie Tamayo Show, Minnesota-based country-pop artist Tyler Herwig, unpacks raw honesty and relentless drive that have helped him turn past struggles into a platform of hope. Tyler unpacks the story behind his chart-climbing music, shares what it means to be a sober father in the spotlight, and explains how embracing imperfection opened the door to deep fan connection. Whether you're an indie artist...
With over 50 amateur fights and a 1-0 pro record, Christian Palomo is one of the most experienced fighters on the Caldwell Fight Night 3 card. After defeating Cedric Marble in his pro debut, Palomo now faces Abel Kassa (0-1). He talks about his journey, what he knows about Kassa, and how he plans to keep his undefeated streak alive.
In this episode of The Gordie Tamayo Show, host Daniel sits down with John Salvatore “Jersey” Johnny Flora; a veteran guitarist, singer and songwriter who seamlessly blends Clapton‑esque blues with his own socially conscious originals. Johnny takes us back to his beginnings in Jersey City, recounting how his upbringing above a liquor store sparked a lifelong passion for music and storytelling. He explains the evolution of his caree...
Join Gordie Tamayo on The Gordie Tamayo Show for an in‑depth conversation with underground legend Blueprint, also known as Printmatic.
The Columbus‑based blueprint rapper talks candidly about building a career in independent hip‑hop, from releasing cassette tapes and running his own label to working with Rhymesayers Entertainment. He shares powerful lessons on why owning your masters matters, how sobriety sharpened his focus and th...
On this episode of The Gordie Tamayo Show, Boise-based indie folk duo Cactus Moon joins Gordie for a cinematic deep-dive into the making of their debut album Day for Night and their latest single, “Anytime.” Blending spaghetti western shimmer, analog soul, and psychedelic folk grooves, singer-songwriter Chelsea Smith and producer/multi-instrumentalist Freeman DeJongh are carving out a dreamy, desert-rooted sound that’s putting Bois...
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