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  • Driving Support for THS Athletics: Templeton Boosters Launches More Than a Golf Tournament

    Driving Support for THS Athletics: Templeton Boosters Launches More Than a Golf Tournament
    Mar 26 2026
    March 26, 2026 Up+Adam Sponsored by PortabidetTempleton High School athletics gets the full community treatment in this conversation with Jessie Yates and Joe Farley, two people helping power the THS Athletic Boosters and rally support for student-athletes across the campus. They join Adam in the LoBro Studios to talk about the THS Athletic Boosters Golf Tournament at Hunter Ranch Golf Course in Paso Robles on May 3, a day built around golf, community spirit, sponsor support, a silent auction, prizes, and a whole lot of Eagle pride. This is one of those events that makes it easy to see how much can happen when a town decides its kids matter.Jessie and Joe break down how the tournament brings people together beyond the fairway, with ways to participate whether you are golfing, sponsoring, donating, bidding in the auction, or just showing up to support. There is real fun built into this one too, from special on-course moments to reception tickets and community energy that feels very Templeton. And yes, as heard on Up+Adam, businesses that jump in as sponsors of at least $1000 for this event can score a month of free advertising on the show.LINKS• Register for the 2026 THS Athletic Boosters Golf Tournament• Tournament packages, sponsorships, singles, twosomes, and foursomes• Templeton High School Athletic Boosters website• Become a Booster• Contact the THS Athletic Boosters• Instagram: @thsathleticboosters• Facebook: Templeton High School Athletic Booster Support Club• Email: thsathleticboostersclub@gmail.com*********PORTABIDET: UP+ADAM IS AN OFFICIAL SPOKESPERSON FOR PORTABIDET - USE THIS LINK FOR UP+ADAM LISTENERS TO LEARN MORE AND GET YOURS!*Timbre Event with Cal Poly EIM Students Info HEREListen to Up+Adam with Adam Montiel:Official Website: adammontiel.comApple Podcasts: Up+Adam on Apple PodcastsSpotify: Up+Adam on SpotifyiHeartRadio: Up+Adam on iHeartRadioYouTube Music: Up+Adam on YouTube Music********CHECK OUT OUR WOODS HUMANE PET OF THE WEEK!********ADAM’S TEDX VIDEO IS HERE!********FOLLOW ADAM ON INSTAGRAM*********Sincere Thanks to the current supporters of Up + Adam. Please take a moment and visit them and thank them for supporting local broadcasting, and valuing what we do here. Thank you for supporting them!Life ElementsCity of SLOWoodsHumaneSocietyTin City DistilleryOriginal Music by Dan Curcio and Moonshiner CollectiveMoonshiner on Spotify HEREPlease Rate, Review, and Subscribe to the podcast, and learn more at AdamMontiel.com©2026 Up+Adam with Adam Montiel / LoBro Studios, All Rights Reserved.
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    28 mins
  • Próxima Parada x SLO Symphony: The Overture of Something Bigger | Nick Larson is Up+Adam

    Próxima Parada x SLO Symphony: The Overture of Something Bigger | Nick Larson is Up+Adam
    Mar 25 2026

    March 25, 2026 Up+Adam Sponsored by Portabidet

    Próxima Parada’s Nick Larson returns home for something far bigger than a concert. This is a full-circle moment rooted in San Luis Obispo. From busking downtown and playing local coffee shops to stepping onto the stage at the Cal Poly Performing Arts Center, the band is reimagining their original, SLO-born music alongside the San Luis Obispo Symphony for one night only. What makes this even more powerful is that the band is writing every orchestral part themselves, turning their songs into something entirely new while staying true to where they came from.

    In this conversation, Adam and Nick get into the emotion behind the moment, the creative risk, and the reality of what it takes to pull off something this ambitious. There is humility, a little imposter syndrome, and a deep love for the community that helped shape the band. Not just a performance, but a love letter to SLO, a celebration of growth, and a reminder of what can happen when artists bet on themselves and bring their people along for the ride.

    • Get info for Próxima Parada with the SLO Symphony

    https://www.pacslo.org/events/detail/proximaparada

    • Event tickets (Eventbrite)

    https://www.eventbrite.com/e/proxima-parada-with-the-slo-symphony-tickets-1985106519036

    • Follow Próxima Parada

    https://www.instagram.com/proximaparada_music/

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    Life Elements

    City of SLO

    WoodsHumaneSociety

    Tin City Distillery

    Original Music by Dan Curcio and Moonshiner Collective

    Moonshiner on Spotify HERE

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    53 mins
  • Jeanette Trompeter: Still Anchored in Community, Now Moving in Purpose with Lumina Alliance | Up+Adam

    Jeanette Trompeter: Still Anchored in Community, Now Moving in Purpose with Lumina Alliance | Up+Adam
    Mar 24 2026
    March 24, 2026 Up+Adam Sponsored by PortabidetIf you’ve lived on the Central Coast for any amount of time, you know Jeanette Trompeter as the trusted voice from KSBY. But this conversation goes far beyond the anchor desk. From a devastating ski accident that nearly cost her leg to rediscovering her body, her voice, and her purpose, Jeanette opens up in a way that’s raw, real, and deeply human.Now, she’s stepping into a new spotlight, dancing in Lumina Nights in support of Lumina Alliance, an organization doing critical work for survivors of sexual assault and intimate partner violence right here in San Luis Obispo County. This isn’t just an event. It’s an experience. One that will make you feel, reflect, and hopefully act.Adam and Jeanette talk about identity after leaving broadcast news, the evolution of storytelling in an AI-driven world, and why some of the strongest people we know are often carrying stories we never see. They also get real about fear, fundraising, and doing things that scare you just enough to grow.• Lumina Nights takes place May 1 and May 2• Saturday is sold out at the time of recording, but Friday tickets and sponsorships are still available• This event supports life-saving services including a 24-hour hotline, therapy, advocacy, and shelterIf you’ve ever wondered how to support something meaningful in your own community, this is it.Get involved. Show up. Or support from wherever you are.• Lumina Alliance: https://luminaalliance.org/• Lumina Nights Tickets and Info: http://event.auctria.com/c6a79f2b-d5cb-4aba-af37-705368183285/• Lumina Thrift Store: https://luminaalliance.org/thriftstore• Follow Jeanette on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shellbeachgirl/• Follow Jeanette: https://www.facebook.com/jeanettemedia/*********PORTABIDET: UP+ADAM IS AN OFFICIAL SPOKESPERSON FOR PORTABIDET - USE THIS LINK FOR UP+ADAM LISTENERS TO LEARN MORE AND GET YOURS!*Timbre Event with Cal Poly EIM Students Info HEREListen to Up+Adam with Adam Montiel:Official Website: adammontiel.comApple Podcasts: Up+Adam on Apple PodcastsSpotify: Up+Adam on SpotifyiHeartRadio: Up+Adam on iHeartRadioYouTube Music: Up+Adam on YouTube Music********CHECK OUT OUR WOODS HUMANE PET OF THE WEEK!********ADAM’S TEDX VIDEO IS HERE!********FOLLOW ADAM ON INSTAGRAM*********Sincere Thanks to the current supporters of Up + Adam. Please take a moment and visit them and thank them for supporting local broadcasting, and valuing what we do here. Thank you for supporting them!Life ElementsCity of SLOWoodsHumaneSocietyTin City DistilleryOriginal Music by Dan Curcio and Moonshiner CollectiveMoonshiner on Spotify HEREPlease Rate, Review, and Subscribe to the podcast, and learn more at AdamMontiel.com©2026 Up+Adam with Adam Montiel / LoBro Studios, All Rights Reserved.
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    46 mins
  • Local Chef Florencia Breda of Breda SLO on Food Network’s Ultimate Baking Championship | Up+Adam

    Local Chef Florencia Breda of Breda SLO on Food Network’s Ultimate Baking Championship | Up+Adam
    Mar 23 2026
    Up+Adam for March 23, 2026 Sponsored by PortabidetFlorencia Breda is one of those stories that feels both unexpected and completely meant to be. A Michelin-trained pastry chef who never originally planned to pursue pastry, she followed a path that took her from Argentina to Italy and eventually landed her right here on the Central Coast. In this conversation, Adam sits down with Florencia to talk about the journey behind the craft. From early influences shaped by family and culture, to starting over in California just before the pandemic, to building a business without a safety net, this is a story about resilience, artistry, and trusting your instincts. Florencia shares how community support in San Luis Obispo played a defining role in her decision to stay and build something here, and why that connection continues to shape everything she creates.Now, she is stepping onto a national stage as a competitor on Food Network’s Ultimate Baking Championship. With high-pressure challenges that test precision, creativity, and endurance, Florencia opens up about what it feels like to perform under the lights, represent her family across continents, and rediscover her love for the craft through competition.This episode is about more than pastry. It is about identity, risk, and what happens when you fully step into what you are meant to do.• Watch Florencia on Food Network’s Ultimate Baking Championshiphttps://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/the-ultimate-baking-championship• Visit Breda in downtown San Luis Obispohttps://www.breda-slo.com/• Follow Breda on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/breda_slo/*********PORTABIDET: UP+ADAM IS AN OFFICIAL SPOKESPERSON FOR PORTABIDET - USE THIS LINK FOR UP+ADAM LISTENERS TO LEARN MORE AND GET YOURS!*Timbre Event with Cal Poly EIM Students Info HEREListen to Up+Adam with Adam Montiel:Official Website: adammontiel.comApple Podcasts: Up+Adam on Apple PodcastsSpotify: Up+Adam on SpotifyiHeartRadio: Up+Adam on iHeartRadioYouTube Music: Up+Adam on YouTube Music********CHECK OUT OUR WOODS HUMANE PET OF THE WEEK!********ADAM’S TEDX VIDEO IS HERE!********FOLLOW ADAM ON INSTAGRAM*********Sincere Thanks to the current supporters of Up + Adam. Please take a moment and visit them and thank them for supporting local broadcasting, and valuing what we do here. Thank you for supporting them!Life ElementsCity of SLOWoodsHumaneSocietyTin City DistilleryOriginal Music by Dan Curcio and Moonshiner CollectiveMoonshiner on Spotify HEREPlease Rate, Review, and Subscribe to the podcast, and learn more at AdamMontiel.com©2026 Up+Adam with Adam Montiel / LoBro Studios, All Rights Reserved.Meet Florencia Breda of Breda SLO on Food Network’s Ultimate Baking Championship
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    33 mins
  • Discover Life-Changing Travel and Get Lost on Purpose with Wayfinder | Featuring Daniel Scheffler | Up+Adam

    Discover Life-Changing Travel and Get Lost on Purpose with Wayfinder | Featuring Daniel Scheffler | Up+Adam
    Mar 20 2026

    Up+Adam March 20, 2026 Sponsored by Portabidet

    What if the best parts of travel aren’t the ones you plan… but the ones that completely unravel the plan?

    On this episode of Up+Adam, Adam sits down with Daniel Scheffler, host of Wayfinder: Life-Changing Travel, to explore what it really means to move through the world with curiosity, instinct, and openness. From a childhood moment of loss that quietly shaped his lifelong pursuit of meaning, to getting stranded in unexpected places and turning those detours into connection, Daniel shares why the “blunders” often become the most beautiful parts of the journey.

    They get into redefining luxury as space, time, and freedom… how putting your phone away can lead to your most meaningful experiences… and why a simple coffee shop can unlock the soul of a city. The conversation also turns local, as Adam invites Daniel to reflect on California’s Central Coast, world-class wine country, and what truly makes a destination feel alive. This is not about checking boxes. This is about feeling something real.

    • Listen to Wayfinder: Life-Changing Travel

    https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-wayfinder-life-changing-t-303344067

    • Learn more about Daniel Scheffler

    https://danielscheffler.com/

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    Life Elements

    City of SLO

    WoodsHumaneSociety

    Tin City Distillery

    Original Music by Dan Curcio and Moonshiner Collective

    Moonshiner on Spotify HERE

    Please Rate, Review, and Subscribe to the podcast, and learn more at AdamMontiel.com

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    39 mins
  • It’s Pushing 100 Today: Why Heat Might Actually Be Good for You with Science Journalist Bill Gifford | Hotwired | Up+Adam

    It’s Pushing 100 Today: Why Heat Might Actually Be Good for You with Science Journalist Bill Gifford | Hotwired | Up+Adam
    Mar 19 2026
    March 19, 2026 Up+Adam Sponsored by PortabidetIt is hot on the Central Coast right now. Like push 100, step outside and instantly sweat kind of hot. And instead of just complaining about it, we decided to lean all the way in.Adam sits down with science journalist Bill Gifford, author of Hotwired: How the Hidden Power of Heat Makes Us Stronger, for a conversation that completely flips how we think about heat. This is not about surviving summer. This is about understanding why your body might actually need it. From global sauna culture to cutting edge heat labs to the surprising connection between sweat and mental health, Bill breaks down how modern life has disconnected us from something deeply human.This episode moves between science and story in a way that feels personal. You will hear why comfort might be costing us more than we realize, why hydration has been misunderstood, and why something as simple as sitting in heat could improve resilience, performance, and even happiness. There is also a local hook that hits home, tying sauna culture to the Central Coast lifestyle and community.If you are sweating today, this one is for you. And by the end of it, you might not be so quick to escape the heat.• Listen if you are curious about health, performance, or longevity• Listen if you have ever questioned cold plunges, saunas, or wellness trends• Listen if you just walked outside and said “it is hot”Links and Resources• Buy the book: https://www.amazon.com/Hotwired-Hidden-Power-Makes-Stronger/dp/0063448025• Bill Gifford articles and work: https://www.outsideonline.com/byline/bill-gifford/• Follow Bill Gifford (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/billgifford/*********PORTABIDET: UP+ADAM IS AN OFFICIAL SPOKESPERSON FOR PORTABIDET - USE THIS LINK FOR UP+ADAM LISTENERS TO LEARN MORE AND GET YOURS!*Timbre Event with Cal Poly EIM Students Info HEREListen to Up+Adam with Adam Montiel:Official Website: adammontiel.comApple Podcasts: Up+Adam on Apple PodcastsSpotify: Up+Adam on SpotifyiHeartRadio: Up+Adam on iHeartRadioYouTube Music: Up+Adam on YouTube Music********CHECK OUT OUR WOODS HUMANE PET OF THE WEEK!********ADAM’S TEDX VIDEO IS HERE!********FOLLOW ADAM ON INSTAGRAM*********Sincere Thanks to the current supporters of Up + Adam. Please take a moment and visit them and thank them for supporting local broadcasting, and valuing what we do here. Thank you for supporting them!Life ElementsCity of SLOWoodsHumaneSocietyTin City DistilleryOriginal Music by Dan Curcio and Moonshiner CollectiveMoonshiner on Spotify HEREPlease Rate, Review, and Subscribe to the podcast, and learn more at AdamMontiel.com©2026 Up+Adam with Adam Montiel / LoBro Studios, All Rights Reserved.
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    19 mins
  • Inside the SLO Hip Hop Scene: How Gehrig Kniffen Is Changing the Sound of SLO CAL

    Inside the SLO Hip Hop Scene: How Gehrig Kniffen Is Changing the Sound of SLO CAL
    Mar 18 2026

    March 18, 2026 Sponsored by Portabidet

    Hip-hop on the Central Coast does not always have a clear lane and that is exactly where Gehrig Kniffen is finding his voice.

    In this episode of Up+Adam, Adam sits down with Gehrig to talk about building a hip-hop presence in a region known more for acoustic sets and winery gigs than late-night bars and rap shows. From his early days freestyling with friends to developing a sound with his crew The Green Room, Gehrig shares what it really takes to carve out space, find your audience, and stay authentic while doing it.

    They get into the creative process behind his ‘Bubble Gum Alley’ project, how working with producer Tommy de Silva shapes his sound, and why having someone in the room who will say “I don’t believe you” might be the most important part of making great music.

    There is a real sense of perspective here too. Gehrig talks about being self-aware in the genre, staying true to who he is, and making music that reflects both the competitive edge of hip-hop and the reality of being a guy from Cambria chasing something bigger.

    If you have ever wondered what it takes to build something creative from the ground up in your own backyard, this one hits.

    • Live Show

    https://www.ticketweb.com/event/legion-of-groove-the-slo-brew-rock-tickets/14156214

    • Music + Info

    https://greenroomboys.com/gehrig-kniffen

    • Spotify

    https://open.spotify.com/artist/1HnUvdbEyzKUi5I2ql64p9

    • Instagram

    https://www.instagram.com/gehrigkniffen/

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    Life Elements

    City of SLO

    WoodsHumaneSociety

    Tin City Distillery

    Original Music by Dan Curcio and Moonshiner Collective

    Moonshiner on Spotify HERE

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    37 mins
  • Rosé the SLO Way Returns | Hotel SLO’s Pink Party Supporting Woods Humane Society | Up+Adam

    Rosé the SLO Way Returns | Hotel SLO’s Pink Party Supporting Woods Humane Society | Up+Adam
    Mar 17 2026
    March 17, 2026 Sponsored by PortabidetRosé season is arriving on the Central Coast, and one of the most joyful spring events in San Luis Obispo is back. Adam sits down with Rebekah Francher of Hotel SLO and Robin Coleman of Woods Humane Society to talk about the return of the 5th Annual Rosé the SLO Way, happening Sunday, April 19 from 1–4 pm at Hotel SLO’s Garden Courtyard.This pink-themed celebration brings together more than 25 Central Coast rosé producers, an impressive lineup of chefs, music, fashion, and a curated mini marketplace featuring local businesses. Guests will enjoy bites from Executive Chef Ryan Fancher’s team at Ox + Anchor and Piadina, along with special guest chef Dustin Valette from Sonoma and other Central Coast culinary standouts. Expect oysters, caviar, desserts, and a whole lot of rosé.But behind the fun is a powerful mission. The event raises funds for Woods Humane Society, which has been serving San Luis Obispo County for more than 70 years, and Hotel SLO’s Uncork Potential Scholarship Fund at Cal Poly, supporting students pursuing careers in wine, viticulture, and hospitality.Robin also shares a moving story about a puppy named Sled, who required life-saving heart surgery after arriving at Woods with congenital heart failure. Stories like Sled’s are exactly why community events like Rosé the SLO Way matter. They help provide the resources needed for Woods Humane Society to rescue animals, support pet owners, run youth education programs, and perform thousands of spay and neuter surgeries each year.Along with incredible wine and food, guests can explore a mini marketplace of local vendors, compete for best dressed in pink, and spend time at the beloved Woods Humane Society Cuddle Corner filled with adorable puppies and kittens.It is one of the most joyful afternoons on the Central Coast. Great wine, great food, great people, and a cause that truly makes a difference.• Tickets and event infohttps://rosethesloway.com/• Rosé the SLO Way on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/rose_the_slo_way• Woods Humane Societyhttps://woodshumanesociety.org/• Hotel SLOhttps://www.hotelslo.com/• Learn more about the Uncork Potential Scholarship Fundhttps://www.hotelslo.com/uncork-potential*********PORTABIDET: UP+ADAM IS AN OFFICIAL SPOKESPERSON FOR PORTABIDET - USE THIS LINK FOR UP+ADAM LISTENERS TO LEARN MORE AND GET YOURS!*Timbre Event with Cal Poly EIM Students Info HEREListen to Up+Adam with Adam Montiel:Official Website: adammontiel.comApple Podcasts: Up+Adam on Apple PodcastsSpotify: Up+Adam on SpotifyiHeartRadio: Up+Adam on iHeartRadioYouTube Music: Up+Adam on YouTube Music********CHECK OUT OUR WOODS HUMANE PET OF THE WEEK!********ADAM’S TEDX VIDEO IS HERE!********FOLLOW ADAM ON INSTAGRAM*********Sincere Thanks to the current supporters of Up + Adam. Please take a moment and visit them and thank them for supporting local broadcasting, and valuing what we do here. Thank you for supporting them!Life ElementsCity of SLOWoodsHumaneSocietyTin City DistilleryOriginal Music by Dan Curcio and Moonshiner CollectiveMoonshiner on Spotify HEREPlease Rate, Review, and Subscribe to the podcast, and learn more at AdamMontiel.com©2026 Up+Adam with Adam Montiel / LoBro Studios, All Rights Reserved.
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    47 mins