Episode 37: 3rd Annual Earnhardt Outdoors Day

Recorded on location in the heart of downtown Kannapolis at the 3rd Annual Earnhardt Outdoors Day: Full Throttle BBQ & Brews, the #RoughTalkCousins Ryan Dayvault and Chris Hughes sit down with Kerry and Renee Earnhardt. Together, they explore the excitement of this lively weekend festival, share incredible stories about Dale Earnhardt—Kannapolis’s beloved hometown hero and 7-time NASCAR Winston Cup Champion—and …

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Episode 36: Moose Pharmacy of Kannapolis

Recorded on location in North Kannapolis at Moose Pharmacy (formerly Martin Drugs), the #RoughTalkCousins Chris Hughes and Ryan Dayvault, along with Dr. Dave (Chuck Irvin), sat down to hear incredible stories from Bobby Dayvault and current Pharmacist-in-Charge Holli Overcash Yow. They explored the 90-year history of this iconic North Kannapolis pharmacy, highlighting its role as the heart of the community …

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Episode 35: Curb Motorsports Museum & N.C. Music Hall of Fame

Recorded on location at the Curb Motorsports Museum and the North Carolina Music Hall of Fame in downtown Kannapolis, the #RoughTalkCousins, Chris Hughes and Ryan Dayvault, had an engaging conversation with longtime Kannapolis resident Gene Overcash. They explored the museum’s incredible collection of race cars and priceless music memorabilia, all housed on Dale Earnhardt Blvd.

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Episode 34: On-location at Hilbish Ford

The K-Town Connection team visited Hilbish Ford to explore the latest happenings at the dealership and reconnect with Tim Vaughan, alongside the new General Manager, Josh Forester. Grab an ice-cold SunDrop, sit back, and enjoy this episode!

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Episode 33: Towel City Tavern

Filmed in front of a live audience, the K-Town Connection crew took the show on the road to Towel City Tavern in beautiful downtown Kannapolis. Hosts Chris Hughes (Cousin Chris), Ryan Dayvault (RoughTalk Ryan), and Chuck Irvin (Dr. Dave) sat down with Towel City Tavern managing partner Steve Steinbacher, co-owner Garrett Price, and general manager Chad Williams. Kick back and …

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Episode 32: The Game Show Arena Live

Filmed live on location, the #RoughTalkCousins Ryan Dayvault and Chris Hughes hit the road to The Bank Food Hall on West Avenue for an exciting visit with Tara Velardi and Jody Watkins of The Game Show Arena Live. This lively and entertaining episode is packed with laughs and will leave you eager to plan your visit to this brand-new downtown …

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Episode 30: Who’s Your Barber?

Broadcasting from the historic WRKB Studios on the square in downtown Kannapolis, the #RoughTalkCousins Chris Hughes and Ryan Dayvault welcome Jason Lineberger of Who’s Your Barber for Episode 30. Located in the heart of downtown Kannapolis, Who’s Your Barber is the city’s premier barber shop, where tradition, values, and skill come together to deliver an exceptional experience. As a veteran-owned …

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Episode 29: Caleb Falls of Falls Jewelers & Downtown Kannapolis Inc visits the guys

Broadcasting from the historic WRKB Studios on the square in downtown Kannapolis, the #RoughTalkCousins Chris Hughes and Ryan Dayvault welcome Caleb Falls to the show for Episode 29. Caleb, known for his role with our beloved hometown jeweler, Falls Jewelers, also serves as the president of Downtown Kannapolis Inc. (DKI). This episode offers fresh insights and a delightful trip down …

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Episode 27: Old Armor once again visits the show along with some Halloween News too

Broadcasting from the historic WRKB Studios on the square in downtown Kannapolis, the #RoughTalkCousins Chris Hughes and Ryan Dayvault welcome Kyle Lingafelt and Stefan Perrine from Old Armor Beer Company to share their exciting plans for Veterans Day. Visit OldArmorBeer.net for more details. The episode also features Charlie Barber from Outside the Lines Ministries, discussing the upcoming Sweet Street event …

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Episode 26: A.L. Brown head football coach Justin Hardin previews 2024 Bell Game

Broadcasting from the historic WRKB studios and Marketplace on Main Street in beautiful downtown Kannapolis, #RoughTalkCousin Chris Hughes welcomes Justin Hardin, head football coach at A.L. Brown High School. Coach Hardin joins the show to preview the highly anticipated Bell Game against the Spiders this Friday. Don’t miss this exciting episode celebrating one of K-Town’s biggest sports traditions!

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Episode 25: Retired WBTV reporter David Whisenant tells his story about local media

Broadcasting from the historic WRKB studios and Marketplace on Main Street in beautiful downtown Kannapolis, the #RoughTalkCousins Chris Hughes and Ryan Dayvault welcome veteran reporter and on-air media personality David Whisenant to The K-Town Connection. Recently retired from his distinguished career as a local journalist for WBTV Channel 3 in Charlotte, David shares fascinating stories about covering the news and …

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Episode 24: Brothers Tire Sales’ Todd Haley

Broadcasting from the historic WRKB studios and Marketplace on Main Street in beautiful downtown Kannapolis, the #RoughTalkCousins Chris Hughes and Ryan Dayvault welcome Todd Haley of Brothers Tire Sales. Located on North Main Street in Kannapolis, Brothers Tire has been proudly serving the community for 65 years, and Todd shares the story behind this beloved local business.  

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