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Join Joe and Kobi on our weekly show based in Oakdale, Louisiana. We thrive every week to bring our listeners a platform where everyone has a voice. Come vibe with an assortment of guests from all walks of life. The podcast that always has an open mic. We feature an artist of the week on each week show from local artist to international artist across the globe.

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Episode 291 "Pursue Progress Persistently" Ft. Glen "Stormin" Norman Jr.

On this episode of Third Coast Podcast, Joseph Dewayne Willis caught up with Glen "Stormin" Norman Jr. for a conversation that goes far beyond fitness and the octagon. In recognition of Juneteenth, We discusses the significance of the holiday. Highlighting the long road to freedom and equality in America. We dive into Glen’s passion for personal training and entrepreneurship. Glen breakdown what…

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Episode 290 "Two Director's, One Vision" Ft. Avai and Mitch

Joe travels out of town to sit down with filmmaker Avai D'Amico and Mitch Laing for a conversation about filmmaking, creativity, and the future of the industry. Avai shares her experiences working in the Texas film scene and offers insight into the challenges Avai talks about the rewards of bringing stories to life on screen. Mitch provides an update on the upcoming BCU installment, Rules That…

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Episode 289 "Dressed to Impress" Ft. Lighting Larry Martin

On this week's show, Joe sat down with Lightning Larry Martin III. Larry shares the journey that led him into the wrestling business and explains how his love for pro wrestling started at a young age. He always wanted to be more than just someone in the crowd. Dreaming of one day becoming part of the action and entertainment side of the industry. Larry talks about the inspirations that helped…

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Episode 288 "Director Cut" Ft. Mitch & Sherina

On this week's episode, Joe and Kobi sit down with Mitch and Sherina from Open Heart Productions for a deep dive into the world of independent filmmaking. Mitch breaks down his vision for a ten film series under the BCU in collaboration with Green Apple Productions. Micth gives us a look at the bigger picture behind the scenes. The crew reflects on the journey from filming The Rake Investigation…

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Episode 287 "Lagniappe"

On this week's show, Joe and Kobi bring a little extra to the table. The guys dive into the many different styles of boiling crawfish, sharing their favorite methods, hacks for making your boil spicier, and tips on how to get every last bit of meat out the craw. Kobi talks about his first experience riding B.A R.T. (Bay Area Rapid Transit) in San Francisco. Joe shares stories from cooking during…

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Episode 286 "Hidden in Plain Sight" Ft. Aaron Simon

On this week’s episode, Joe sits down with Aaron Simon from Train Wreck Method for a wide-ranging conversation that goes off the rails in the best way possible. They dive into the band’s recent shows across Louisiana, the new material they’ve been working on, and the wildest thing Aaron has ever witnessed at a live event. The conversation takes a turn into the origins of Bitcoin, the growing buzz…

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Episode 285 "Built Different" Ft. Kalvin and Ralph

On this week's show Joe sits down with Kalvin Hackney, professional MMA fighter and owner of Hackney Fitness & MMA, for a deep conversation about his fighting career and the journey that led him to build his own gym. Ralph shares what it was like training under Kalvin for his first MMA fight and the discipline it took to prepare for competition. Kalvin breaks down what truly sets Hackney Fitness…

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Episode 284 "Forged at Hackney Fitness" Ft. Darrian and Owen

On this week's show, Joe traveled to Hackney Fitness & MMA to sit down with Darrian Hayes and Owen Elkins for conversation centered around training, fighting, and growth. The group dives into their recent fights and lessons learned inside the cage. We talk about those experiences shaping the way they coach others in the gym. Owen breaks down how the nickname “Silverback” came to be. We discuss gym…

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Episode 283 "Community First" Ft. Ben Jones

On this week's show, Joe and Kobi were joined by Ben Jones for a wide-ranging conversation rooted in community and personal growth. Ben broke down the community projects he’s been involved with around Oakdale and what giving back really means to him. We also talked about his recent trip to Mississippi deer hunting and sharing stories from the woods. We elboate on how hunting has become a personal…

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Episode 282 "Cage Side" Ft. Andrew Griggs

On this week's show, Joe is joined with Andrew Griggs, a longtime Louisiana MMA figure with over 20 years of experience covering the local fight scene through in-depth interviews, photography, and video work. We broke down how his passion for MMA started after earning his black belt and how that love for the sport turned into documenting fighters and their journeys inside and outside the cage.…

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