Best Blake Watson Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 17: Storytelling in the Blue Ridge with Connie Regan-Blake 8:42

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Storytelling can be found across cultures. It's been used to teach morals, share news, and entertain. In this latest episode of the Down the Road podcast, Laura Boosinger sits down with professional storyteller Connie Regan-Blake to share how storytelling jumped from personal circles (campfires, living rooms, and porches) to stages. Connie Regan-Bl…

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From Renting to Riches: Why Homeowners Are 43 times Wealthier Than Renters 11:59

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Did you know the average homeowner is 43 times wealthier than the average renter? In this episode of Let’s Talk Chattanooga Real Estate, host Blake Watson of Epique Realty explains the surprising and powerful link between homeownership and wealth creation. Discover why homeowners significantly outpace renters financially, how Chattanooga's growing …

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From Prostate Checks to Kidney Stones: A Urologist's Guide to Men's Health 43:47

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Send us a text Ever wondered what really happens during a vasectomy? Or why that morning coffee might be setting you up for kidney stones? Dr. David Ludlow pulls back the curtain on men's health topics most guys are too uncomfortable to discuss. "That wasn't as bad as I thought it would be" – the phrase Dr. Ludlow hears so often from vasectomy pati…

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Show #630 - Hunter Lawrence, Tallon Vohland, Phil Nicoletti with Skip Norfolk and Tony Berluti In-Studio 5:10:11

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Hunter was very close to securing the overall at High Point and he's on to talk about a crazy 2nd Moto that changed in quick fashion. Tallon Vohland is on to talk about the old days with our legendary cohosts as well as his son Max's resurgence following a grueling injury and recovery process. Phil is on to talk the MX series as we head east. The L…

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Why Everyone's Moving to Chattanooga (And Why You Might Be Next) 10:04

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Host: Blake Watson, Epique Realty Episode Focus: Exploring the top reasons why people across the country are relocating to Chattanooga, TN Episode Summary: Thinking of making a move? In this episode, Blake Watson breaks down why Chattanooga, Tennessee is quickly becoming one of the Southeast’s most desirable places to live. From unbeatable natural …

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Show #629 - Chance Hymas, Garrett Marchbanks, Jeremy Martin, Ryan Gauld with Phil Nicoletti In-Studio 5:04:01

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Chance Hymas had his coming of age ride at Thunder Valley and went 1-1 for a dominant round in Colorado. Tim Cotter joins us to talk High Point and the MX series in general. Jeremy Martin's comeback to motocross did not go as planned and he's on to talk about the surprises and the future. Garrett Marchbanks has had a solid start to the MX series an…

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Episode 16: The Bluff Mountain Festival 8:51

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In this Down the Road episode, host Laura Boosinger interviews Brandon Johnson, the Executive Director of the Madison County Arts Council and the director of The Bluff Mountain Festival. Johnson explains how the annual festival began, when he became involved, and the importance of the music and community. To learn more about the Bluff Mountain Fest…

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Framed in Family: Galiano Tiramani on the Boxabl Vision 29:25

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Send us a text How do you solve America's housing crisis? For Galiano Tiramani, co-founder of Boxable, the answer lies in completely reimagining how homes are built, shipped, and installed. The journey from Bitcoin trader to housing revolutionary isn't an obvious career path, but Tiramani's entrepreneurial instincts led him to partner with his engi…

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Show #628 - Aaron Plessinger, Malcolm Stewart, Lars Lindstrom with Keefer In-Studio 5:34:36

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Aaron Plessinger has looked SPICY through two rounds of Motocross and he comes on to talk about cutting through all the BS and finally setting his goals on winning in the 450 class. Mookie is racing the outdoors as well and he comes on to talk about the heat at Hangtown and weather he actually considered cutting his hair to deal with it. Lars Linds…

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Show #627 - Jo Shimoda, Mikkel Haarup, Phil Nicoletti with Lewis Phillips In-Studio 5:19:38

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Phil comes on to talk about the eve of his Canadian MX debut for 2025 and give his thoughts on the racing from Pala. Mikkel Haarup is a nice surprise addition to the Triumph racing squad for the 2025 outdoors and had himself a nice ride at Pala, he joins us to discuss how the ride came about and what he expects of himself in this series. Jo Shimoda…

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Frank Fertitta IV & Landon Gyulay Make History for Veterans at the AMAs with Easy Day Foundation 47:04

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Send us a text What happens when two successful business leaders decide to channel their skills toward helping America's military veterans? Frank Fertitta IV and Landon Gyulay reveal the powerful story behind founding Easy Day Foundation, an organization determined to make every day easier for those who've served our country. The name "Easy Day" co…

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Episode 15: Jeff Little: The Blue Ridge Piano Man 8:52

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Most folks don’t think of the piano as an instrument in traditional music, but that never stopped Jeff Little from playing throughout his musical career. His introduction to piano came at a very young age in his father's music store in Boone. Jerrell Little, Doc Watson, Wayne Henderson, and others gave Jeff the lessons he would use to carry him thr…

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The Hibachi King of Vegas: Zach Tolen aka Vanilla Rice’s Story 40:47

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Send us a text Behind every successful restaurant lies a story of grit, determination, and unwavering passion. Zach Tolan's journey from teenage dishwasher to celebrated chef-entrepreneur perfectly captures this spirit of culinary perseverance. The founder of Vanilla Rice Hibachi House began his culinary career at just 15 years old, washing dishes …

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Think You Can’t Afford a Home? Think Again: Advice for First-Time Buyers 15:53

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In this episode of Let’s Talk Chattanooga Real Estate, host Blake Watson of Epique Realty talks with Bruce Dodd of ChattMortgage to break down what first-time homebuyers really need to know. From affordable down payment options to how gift money from family can help you buy a home, Bruce shares practical insights and demystifies the process. They d…

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Episode 14: Jayne Henderson: Luthier and Environmentalist 8:09

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Jayne Henderson had no intention of working in the world of music. She went to school to study environmental law. However, the heart knows what it wants. After growing up with creativity in her blood and a family of luthiers before her, Jayne found herself crafting guitars side-by-side with her father, with a twist... she chooses the materials mind…

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Show #626 - Justin Brayton, Larry Brooks, Zach Osborne, Phil Nicoletti with Michael Antonovich In-Studio 5:17:44

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Justin Brayton is on to talk the Supercross finale and generally his role in keeping the broadcast classy during Raceday Live. Phil Nicoletti is on in his standard role and weighs in on the RJ move in SLC. Zach Osborne joins us to talk about his new deal with Beta as brand ambassador. Larry Brooks hasn't been on in a LONG time and it's great to get…

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Silver Divorce, Golden Questions: What About The House? 1:09:21

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In this episode of Let’s Talk Chattanooga Real Estate, Blake Watson switches out the host chair with Lisa McClusky as we share a recent interview Lisa conducted on her podcast, The Silver Divorce Podcast. Lisa interviews Blake about considerations for the marital house after divorce. This interview discusses the different options for the house afte…

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Show #625 - Jordon Smith, Jess Pettis, Kellen Brauer, Marshall Weltin, Phil Nicoletti with Wes Williams and Brent Stallo In-Studio 5:14:11

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Denver SX has passed and we have the always fast Jordon Smith on the line to talk about his eventful race. Phil Nicoletti is on to talk about the PulpMX Privateer Race as well as racing the Canadian Nationals this summer. Jess Pettis is a super fast Canadian who will be going head to head with Phil this summer and we of course. get into the 2025 Pu…

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Vegas & Tulum Just Got Smarter — Philippe Ziade’s AI Hotels Are Here! 48:11

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Send us a text Visionary entrepreneur Philippe Ziade takes us deep into the revolutionary world of AI-powered hospitality with his groundbreaking Otonomus hotel concept, set to open in Las Vegas on July 1st. This episode unveils how technology is fundamentally transforming guest experiences while creating unprecedented value for real estate develop…

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Selling Your House in Chattanooga: 14 Must-Know Tips for Chattanooga Homeowners 16:04

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Selling your home can be one of the most significant financial decisions you’ll ever make. Whether you’re planning to sell soon or just thinking about it, Blake Watson from Epique Realty lays out a clear, strategic plan to help you sell faster and for top dollar in the Chattanooga or Northwest Georgia market. From maximizing your home’s exposure an…

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Show #624 - Cooper Webb with Alex Martin, Jeremy Martin, Phil Nicoletti In-Studio 5:03:05

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When you have Phil Nicoletti, Alex Martin and Jeremy Martin all in studio, the only guy you need on the horn is Cooper Webb of course and we got him. It's a real family feel PulpMX Show and don't you worry if it's a little dysfunctional! Great show!

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Episode 13: The Legacy of Doc Watson 7:51

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Arthel Lane "Doc" Watson (March 3, 1923 – May 29, 2012) is revered as one of the most influential and respected guitar players in the history of traditional music. Originally hailing from Deep Gap, NC, Doc was a self-taught harmonica, banjo, and guitar player. He is known for his work in multiple music genres, including bluegrass, folk, gospel, cou…

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Episode 12: Music in the Mills 8:14

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Some of the most prominent musicians in North Carolina were co-workers. Furniture, paper, and textiles were products that originated from mills across the state in the early 20th century. However, music was also a byproduct of the mills, as individuals like Charlie Poole, Roy Hall, Tommy Magnus, and the Martin family met at work and played together…

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Show #623 - Dean Wilson, Dylan Ferrandis, with Daniel Blair, Randy Richardson and Dob Wobbs In-Studio 5:22:11

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Dylan Ferrandis got himself a 5th in East Rutherford so he's on to talk about that as well as the rough road he's been down for the last couple years but he's still looking forward. Dean Wilson , errr Grandpa Earl is on to talk about how the Factory Honda fill-in came about and what it feels like being back on the good stuff again. Filthy is on to …

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Stop Overthinking and Start Executing: Legal Wisdom Beyond the Courtroom 34:15

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Send us a text Attorney Meesha Moulton takes us on her remarkable journey from Toronto to Las Vegas, where she built a thriving immigration and personal injury law practice from humble beginnings. With only $3,000 in her pocket after law school, Misha stayed at a budget motel on Boulder Highway while studying for the Nevada bar exam – a far cry fro…

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Show #622 - Joey Savatgy, Wil Hahn, Darren Lawrence, Phil Nicoletti with Kellen Brauer In-Studio 5:09:07

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Joey Savatgy has had himself an eventful last couple weeks and he is on to talk about some of the craziness, struggles and the bright spots that he can draw from moving forward. Dad to two of the fastest siblings in history, Darren "Dazzy" Lawrence comes on to talk about his boys and his role in their career that continues as they reach even higher…

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Episode 11: Wayne Erbsen: Telling the Stories of "Southern Mountain Music" 9:25

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Wayne Erbsen has studied, played, taught, and written about traditional music for over 50 years. We talked to him about his new book, Southern Mountain Music: The Collected Writings of Wayne Erbsen, a collection of articles he wrote about legendary musicians from across the bluegrass and old-time music scenes. He started playing guitar and banjo in…

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Tariffs, Stock Market, Interest Rates and Inventory: How Buying a Home in Chattanooga Just Got a Little Easier 17:17

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In this episode of Let's Talk Chattanooga Real Estate, host and Realtor Blake Watson welcomes Don Oakes, Branch Manager at Highlands Residential Mortgage in Chattanooga. Don and Blake discuss the current stock market volatility caused by tariffs and how that is impacting 30-year mortgage rates They also discuss the increasing inventory of Chattanoo…

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Show #621 - Aaron Plessinger, Cullin Park, Justin Rodbell, Phil Nicoletti with Keefer and Blake Savage In-Studio 5:16:08

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Aaron Plessinger secured his second 450SX win of his career in an absolutely dreadful Foxboro race which saw some of the craziest action we've seen in a Supercross ever. He's on to talk about being a mud specialist and the win. Cullin Park finished the 250 race in 2nd place at Foxboro! What a ride for the fully likable privateer and a great story. …

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Property Taxes and Skyrocketing Values: What Hamilton County Homeowners Need To Know. 12:20

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Blake Watson with Epique Realty covers one of the most talked-about topics in Hamilton County: property reappraisals and their impact on your property taxes. Home values in Hamilton County have skyrocketed—an average increase of about 60% over the last four years, marking the largest jump in the county's history. If you're worried this means a dram…

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From Electric Rides to Medical Mobility – Shaun Powell’s Next Vegas Power Move! 41:22

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Send us a text Ever wonder how someone transforms from running teenage house parties to building a mobility scooter empire in Las Vegas? Shaun Powell's entrepreneurial journey is a masterclass in recognizing opportunity and building systems that create freedom. Four years after his first appearance on the Vegas Circle Podcast, Shaun returns with an…

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Show #620- Ryan Villopoto, Nick Wey, Vince Wey, Cameron McAdoo, Mitch Payton, Bones Bacon, Kris & Aden Keefer, Adam Cianciarulo LIVE from Pro Circuit 4:20:06

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An incredible one-off Live PulpMX Show from Pro Circuit Headquarters in front of a Live audience! We have Mitch Payton, Kris Keefer, Bones, RV, AC, Mcadoo, Nick Wey and son Vincent, Mike Ulrich from Yamaha even… Really, what more could you imagine for a truly legendary show?! It’s story time from Pro Circuit as well as discussing Pro Circuit’s icon…

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Live PulpMX Show from Seattle 2025 2:06:17

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Another great Live show from Seattle with special guests Lewis Phillips, Lars Lindstrom and the CREW!!

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Show #619 - Chase Sexton, Benny Bloss, Rasmus Jorgensen with Lewis Phillips and Adam Wheeler In-Studio 5:45:17

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Birmingham 450 Triple Crown winner, Chase Sexton comes on to talk about finally getting back on the top step after a few round of struggles. Phil Nicoletti comes on with Chase to discuss the improved starts and other current events including the news that he is now Team Kawasaki for the Canadian Nationals. Benny Bloss is on to talk his best Triple …

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Episode 10: Remember Me: The Story of Lulu Belle and Scotty Wiseman 8:18

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Dive into the golden age of country music as Down the Road remembers two North Carolinian entertainers who fell in love- Lulu Belle (Myrtle Eleanor Cooper) and Scotty Wiseman. They met when they were both working on the program National Barn Dance at WLS radio station in Chicago and married in 1934. Lulu Belle and Scotty went on to share songs and …

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Elevating Human Performance: How Deon Hodges Became a Leading Performance Coach 43:36

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Send us a text What does it take to build mental toughness in professional athletes? Deon Hodges pulls back the curtain on the world of elite sports performance training in this eye-opening conversation. As a partner at AI Hospitality and leader of their IBI performance facility in Las Vegas, Hodges has carved out a unique space in the competitive …

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Is Spring 2025 the Time to Buy a Home in Chattanooga? What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know in Chattanooga. 11:20

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Spring 2025 Market Update: Why Now is a Great Time to Buy or Sell In this episode of Let’s Talk Chattanooga Real Estate, host Blake Watson, a licensed Realtor in Tennessee and Georgia with Epique Realty, dives into the latest Chattanooga market trends for Spring 2025. If you’ve been considering buying or selling a home, this episode will explain wh…

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Show #618 - Justin Cooper, Seth Hammaker with Jeff Emig and Phil Nicoletti In-Studio 4:45:27

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Justin Cooper locked in his best 450 finish ever in SX at Indy and he is on to talk about his growth in 2025 and what he's doing to continue to improve. Seth Hammaker has had a few years of injury and struggles since winning his first race 4 years ago but he came back in a big way at the first East West Showdown in Indy. Seth is a very down to eart…

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The Power of Partnerships: Bruno Gralpois on Building Billion-Dollar Relationships 46:02

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Send us a text Bruno Gralpois captivates with an inspiring journey from barely speaking English as a French immigrant to becoming a marketing powerhouse managing billion-dollar budgets for Microsoft and co-founding Agency Mania Solutions. His remarkable story weaves through Seattle's tech boom, experiencing IPOs, acquisitions, and eventually receiv…

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Flooring Trends & Smart Choices: Inside Direct Flooring with Jordan Parker 22:48

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In this episode of Let's Talk Chattanooga Real Estate, host and Realtor Blake Watson welcomes Jordan Parker, the owner of Direct Flooring. Jordan shares his journey in the flooring business, starting in 2004 and growing Direct Flooring into a trusted name with multiple locations. He discusses the expansion of his business, including the recent open…

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Show #617 - Ken Roczen, RJ Hampshire, Tim Ferry, Adam Enticknap with JT In-Studio 5:03:03

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Ken Roczen finally did the Daytona deal in his 11th effort and we have him on to talk about reaching that incredible milestone. What a season it is turning out to be for the fan-favorite on yellow. RJ Hampshire took a big step toward righting his season with the WIN in Daytona. He joins us to talk about winning his home town race and how big that i…