Ep. 297 | Action News Now Icon Linda Watkins-Bennett

Ep. 299 | Charlew's Tap House Co-Owner Charles 'Charlew' Byerly

Blake is joined on today's episode by Charles 'Charlew' Byerly, the co-owner & co-operator of Charlew's Tap House in Anderson, California. The pod begins with Charlew explaining why his grandma Mary started 'Mary's Pizza Shack' in Sonoma back in the 1959, along with lessons he learned from managing his own store at 15 years old, and how the restaurant business has changed since the pandemic (1:45). Then, Blake asks Charlew why he and his wife wanted to rebrand the restaurant, the addition of a beer wall and adventure room over the past couple years, and his thoughts on the Shasta Gateway Outlets getting a makeover after being purchased by new owners earlier this year (23:15). Lastly, Blake asks Charlew what comes next for him and his business in 2026 (56:55) and lots more! Intro Song: 1. Dean Martin - That's Amore Host & Producer: Blake Mayfield Guest: Charles 'Charlew' Byerly Download & Subscribe To 'The Blake Mayfield Podcast' On Spotify, SoundCloud & Apple Podcasts Today

Ep. 298 | Blake's Childhood Friend Billy 'Chill Bill' Riggins

Blake is joined on today's episode by his childhood friend Billy 'Chill Bill' Riggins. The guys sit down for a talk about growing up together, reuniting in high school, the current state of hip hop, what's coming next for them both, and much more (1:52). Intro Song: 1. 2pac - So Many Tears Host & Producer: Blake Mayfield Guest: Billy 'Chill Bill' Riggins Download & Subscribe To 'The Blake Mayfield Podcast' On Spotify & Apple Podcasts Today

Ep. 297 | Action News Now Icon Linda Watkins-Bennett

Blake is joined on today's episode by legendary Action News Now Anchor/Producer Linda Watkins-Bennett. The show begins with Blake asking Linda what it was like to grow up in Chico back in the day, why Linda wanted to stay in Chico to work in broadcasting, and the most memorable stories during her 41-year career so far at Action News Now (2:20). Then, Linda talks about what the toughest part of the job is, unique things about Chico you won't be able to find anywhere else, and if there's anything in her career that she hasn't done yet that she would like to (35:07). To wrap things up, Blake asks Linda what comes next for her in 2026 and beyond (59:18) and lots more! Intro Song: 1. Corinne Bailey Rae - Put Your Records On Host & Producer: Blake Mayfield Guest: Linda Watkins-Bennett Download & Subscribe To 'The Blake Mayfield Podcast' On Spotify, SoundCloud & Apple Podcasts Today

Ep. 296 | Redding Vice Mayor Dr. Paul Dhanuka

Blake is joined on today's episode by Redding Vice Mayor and gastroenterologist Dr. Paul Dhanuka. Blake leads things off with asking Paul why he immigrated to Redding, California of all places from India, why he wanted to become a doctor, and what interested him about the medical field (2:00). Then, Paul explains what got him interested in local politics and running for city council, as well as things he hopes to change in 2027 when he becomes mayor, and what Redding can do about its budget and infrastructure issues (15:26). Lastly, Blake and Paul discuss their affinity for a local church, what comes next for Paul in 2026 (37:10) and lots more! Intro Song: 1. The Alan Parsons Project - Eye in the Sky Host & Producer: Blake Mayfield Guest: Dr. Paul Dhanuka Download & Subscribe To 'The Blake Mayfield Podcast' on Spotify, SoundCloud & Apple Podcasts Today

Ep. 295 | NFL Free Agency Recap With Alec White

Blake is joined on today's episode by his football fanatic friend Alec White. The guys get right down to cutting checks with a discussion on Kyler Murray to the Vikings, if this free agency period was everything Al thought it would be, and what the Raiders should do now after Maxx Crosby's nixed trade to the Ravens (6:41). Next, the guys debate if Mike Evans really is the missing piece for the 49ers, the Chiefs signing Kenneth Walker III and where Tyreek Hill will end up (24:44). Last but not never least, the guys give way too early Super Bowl predictions, talk fantasy football strategies and where guys will be drafted (58:58) and much more! Intro Song: 1. T.I. - Let 'Em Know Host & Producer: Blake Mayfield Guest: Alec White Download & Subscribe To 'The Blake Mayfield Podcast' On Spotify, SoundCloud & Apple Podcasts Today