#52 PPP- Andrew Michael Akins- Musician

#52 PPP- Andrew Michael Akins- Musician

Andrew Michael Akins is a musician based out of Amarillo, Tx. Although his roots are in song writing and performing, he also has a passion for producing music. In this episode, we talk about his new album, the creative process, and some of the benefits and hurdles of being an artist in Amarillo.

Featured music by : GreenSky Bluegrass and A release off of Andrew’s new Album “Grown up

This Episode was Sponsored by Liberty Steam Cleaning

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#049 PPP- Hayden Pedigo- City Counsel Candidate

#049 PPP- Hayden Pedigo- City Counsel Candidate

Hayden Pedigo is an ever-increasingly recognizable name because of his recent eccentric take on campaign videos which went viral and have garnered national attention. Since Hayden’s last appearance on the podcast, he has expanded his music career into creating film scores and has collaborated with Amarillo art legends. In this episode, we discuss his campaign, making music, and he drops a list of his top 5 rappers.

Featured music by: Glass Animals and John Maus

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#048 Jeff Wyrick- SHAKEHANDS TTC

#048 Jeff Wyrick- SHAKEHANDS TTC

SHAKEHHANDS Amarillo TTC (table tennis club) started with a few friends in a garage, but Jeff Wyrick saw its larger potential. He became the Ping-Pong Pusher of Amarillo. With help from “The Brain Trust,” SHAKEHANDS has become a monthly tournament attracting players from all over the panhandle. In this episode, we talk about Amarillo, Ping-pong/Table tennis, Social media, and Jeff drops his top 10 list of favorite rappers.

Featured music: Mick Jenkins and James Brown

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#047 PPP- Dillon Lemarr- Pro-Downhill Racer

#047 PPP- Dillon Lemarr- Pro-Downhill Racer

Dillon Lemarr is a professional down hill racer based in Golden, Colorado, but is originally from Amarillo, Texas. In this episode, we talk about Dillon’s introduction to riding, his progression to being an elite athlete, and his following opportunities. This was a really fun conversation with one of the top athletes to come from the Texas Panhandle. Enjoy!

Featured music by Ryley Walker and Mathew Mole

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#046 PPP- Angelina Frances Medina, Photographer

#046 PPP- Angelina Frances Medina, Photographer

Angelina Medina lives in Amarillo where she works as a photographer, web designer, and social media manager at Sad Monkey Media. Angelina also runs the vintage clothing company Tibble and Pim. This was a very fun conversation covering a wide subject range. I am really looking forward to having her on the show again.

Featured music by: Black Box Theatre and A Perfect Circle

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#045 PPP- Broderick Adams, Mount Ivy and Vamping

#045 PPP- Broderick Adams, Mount Ivy and Vamping

Broderick Adams is a local musician (Mount Ivy, Vamping) and sound engineer at Animal Kingdom recording. In this episode, we talked about song writing, sound engineering, and some of the benefits for a band living in Amarillo, TX. I had a great time in this episode and look forward to having Broderick on again.

Featured music by: MIck Jenkins and Lake Dads

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#043 PPP- Luke Stephenson, Ultra-runner

#043 PPP-  Luke Stephenson, Ultra-runner

Luke Stephenson is an Amarillo native now living in Aspen, CO. This interview took place a day after he won the annual Palo Duro Canyon 50 mile trail run. We talked about what it takes to be a ultra runner, both mentally and physically, and how he balances being newly married, working full time, and training for ultras. I found Luke to be a very genuine person and full of knowledge.

Featured music by: Smooth Taste and Portugal the Man

#041 PPP- Ramble- On a windy afternoon

#041 PPP- Ramble- On a windy afternoon

In this ramble, I start with updates about jiujitsu, underground ping-pong, and #helloamarillo. My two segments this episode are over landmark podcasts and productive conscious states.

Sponsor: Happy Hour. Visit their in-store location at 3801 Olsen blvd, or order online by visiting Happyhourtx.com

Featured tunes by Twenty One Pilots, TV on the Radio, and The Flaming Lips

#035 PPP- Frank Newsom- Bull fighter

#035 PPP- Frank Newsom- Bull fighter

Frank Newsom is a professional bull fighter and travels with the PBR, which is one of rodeos largest stages. I enjoyed meeting Frank as he traveled around Amarillo doing media spots to promote the Koben Puckett Invitational where he will be signing autographs and meeting with the audience as well as providing protection to the riders at the event. In this episode I asked him how he got started, how he stays fit, and how he improves his skills everyday.