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.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 26 minutes
- Episodes
- 21
- Years Active
- 2025
Ethan Gillanders | From Taekwondo Black Belt to Kickboxing Contender
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…
From Cage to Coach: Moe “Machete” Williams on Building Champions at Murcielago MMA
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 …
Johnny Rawls on Soul-Blues Legacy, Mississippi Roots & New Album Make Them Dance
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 fi…
Jeff Engelbert on Blues, Roots & Guitar Legacy: From Long Island Beginnings to Keeping the Blues Alive
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 episod…
Heavyweight Showdown Preview | Ruben Manrajos vs Iosefa Esera | Caldwell Fight Night 3
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…
William Dunkle | MMA Veteran & Bare-Knuckle Fighter Talks Boxing Journey
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 “…
Tyler Herwig: Music with a Mission; Addiction, Fatherhood & the Road to Redemption
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 …
Christian Palomo Interview | Lightweight Bout vs Abel Kassa | Caldwell Fight Night 3
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 n…
Jersey Johnny Flora: 45 Years of Guitar Mastery, Clapton Tribute & Original Blues Stories
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 h…
Blueprint (Printmatic) on Independent Hip‑Hop, Ownership & Sobriety
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 buildin…
Cactus Moon on Psychedelic Folk, 'Anytime' & Day for Night
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, “A…
How These Young Entrepreneurs Are Changing Vintage Shopping!
In this episode of Behind the Business, host Gordie Tamayo sits down with two rising stars in the vintage clothing world—Cooper Jones of CJs Vintage Vault and Russel Bills of The Vintage Vault and Ca…
How a Promise Turned Robert Jimenez III Into a Champion!
Robert Jimenez III is back—and he’s not just fighting for victory, he’s fighting for legacy. In this exclusive sit-down ahead of Caldwell Fight Night 2, the Nampa native opens up about honoring a pro…
Jermiah Gold’s Secret to Viral Mashups Revealed
In this episode of Backstage Pass, we sit down with Jeremiah Gold, aka AJ Rodriguez; a Phoenix-based genre-bending artist, DJ, and one-man-band redefining what it means to go live. From viral mashups…
How One Boxing Gym Changed a Whole Town!
In this powerful interview, Storm Pawson, head coach of Fighters Chance Boxing Gym, reveals how a nonprofit boxing program in Rupert, Idaho is changing lives—and turning heads far beyond state lines.…
Abby Berman on Art, Ambition & Authenticity: From LA Stages to Piano Lessons with Heart
LA-based singer-songwriter Abby Berman joins Backstage Pass to share how she blends raw songwriting with real-life teaching. From navigating the highs and lows of the LA music scene to mentoring youn…
Meet The Rising Stars Behind Country Music’s Most POWERFUL Harmonies!
The Heels: Country Trio on Destiny, Harmony & Rising to Nashville Spotlight | Backstage Pass
Join us on Backstage Pass as we sit down with The Heels; the powerhouse country music trio of Kyla Rawl…
Bryan Copeland on His Musical Journey, Luna J., and Blending Genres
In this episode of Backstage Pass, we sit down with Springfield-based singer-songwriter Bryan Copeland, the mastermind behind Luna J., to dive deep into his musical journey, genre-blending sound, and…
Aria Fenix: Breaking Boundaries in Country-Pop | From Medicine to Music & Entrepreneurship
Colombian-born, NYC-based artist Aria Fenix is redefining the music industry with her bold blend of pop, country, and Latin influences. From overcoming restrictive record deals to launching her indep…
Orchestra Fuego: Exploring Salsa with Marcus Hernandez | Music, Legacy, & Innovation
Join us on Backstage Pass as we sit down with Marcus Hernandez, the mastermind behind Orchestra Fuego. In this exclusive interview, we dive deep into the vibrant world of Salsa music, exploring the b…