Episodes

Episode 10: Local musician & pastor Josh Sanders joins the show to talk about The Voice

Broadcasting from the historic WRKB studios in the heart of downtown Kannapolis, Chris Hughes and Ryan Dayvault welcome hometown hero Josh Sanders to The K-Town Connection. Fresh off his incredible runner-up performance on Season 25 of The Voice on NBC, Josh opens up about his life as a father, husband, and pastor, while reflecting on his experiences growing up in …

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Episode 9: Joe Farinella, the biggest Dale Earnhardt fan ever joins the show

Broadcasting from the historic WRKB studios in the heart of downtown Kannapolis, Chris Hughes and Ryan Dayvault welcome Joe Farinella from Pennsylvania to The K-Town Connection. Renowned as one of the nation’s biggest Dale Earnhardt fans, Joe shares his passion for the Intimidator and his exciting plans to relocate to Kannapolis in the coming year. Joining the fun is Dr. …

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Episode 8: Kerry Earnhardt & Kyle Lingafelt preview 2nd Earnhardt Outdoors Showdown

From the historic WRKB studios in the heart of downtown Kannapolis, Chris Hughes and Ryan Dayvault welcome two special guests: former NASCAR driver Kerry Earnhardt of Earnhardt Outdoors and Kyle Lingafelt of Old Armor Beer Company. Together, they preview the 2nd Annual Earnhardt Outdoors Showdown, set to take place on Thursday, May 23, 2024, in Kannapolis, N.C. With deep roots …

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Episode 7: A conversation with A.L. Brown teacher and coach Tyler Buckwell

Broadcasting from the historic WRKB studios in picturesque downtown Kannapolis, Chris Hughes, Ryan Dayvault, and Chuck Irvin (Dr. Dave) welcome Tyler Buckwell to The K-Town Connection. A dedicated teacher and coach at A.L. Brown High School, Tyler brings a rich Kannapolis heritage and a passion for shaping the next generation of leaders in the community. This engaging conversation highlights his …

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Episode 6: Featuring Ken Knox of The Chairmen of the Board

From the historic WRKB studios in vibrant downtown Kannapolis, Chris Hughes and Ryan Dayvault are joined by the legendary Ken Knox of The Chairmen of the Board. Together, they dive into everything from Beach Music and R&B to how Kannapolis has earned its title as the Music Capital of North Carolina. In this episode, Ken also shares a fun story …

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Episode 5: Jonny Cannon talks K-Town memories and Cardiacs Sports

Broadcasting from the historic WRKB studios in vibrant downtown Kannapolis, Chris Hughes and Ryan Dayvault welcome Kannapolis native Jonny Cannon to The K-Town Connection! Jonny, the proud owner of Cardiacs Sports and Memorabilia located in the heart of downtown, joins the show for a lively discussion about all things K-Town. From fascinating Kannapolis history to a deep dive into sports, …

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Episode 4: Makenzie Lingafelt drops in on the boys

From the historic WRKB studios in the heart of downtown Kannapolis, Chris Hughes and Ryan Dayvault are thrilled to welcome Makenzie Lingafelt of the West Avenue District to The K-Town Connection. As one of the most recognized and influential advocates for all things downtown Kannapolis, Makenzie shares her passion and insights into the vibrant community she helps promote.

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Episode 3: Visit the Slot Car Track

Broadcasting from the historic WRKB studios in charming downtown Kannapolis, Chris Hughes and Ryan Dayvault sit down with Randy McAnulty of The Slot Car Track for an exciting and spirited conversation. Expect plenty of Rough Talk, fascinating insights into racing and the local community, and a generous dose of laughter and cutting up. Plus, last week’s guest, Dr. Dave (Chuck …

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Episode 2: ‘Doctor Dave’ has arrived; Chuck Irvin joins the Rough Talk Crew

From the historic WRKB studios in the heart of Downtown Kannapolis, Chris Hughes and Ryan Dayvault host their very first guest on The K-Town Connection Podcast. Former Kannapolis radio DJ, Dr. Dave (Chuck Irvin) from Z100, joins the show to share insights about the growth and impact of early radio stations in the community. This lively and nostalgic episode is …

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Episode 1: The Rough Talk Cousins introduce the K-Town Connection Podcast

Broadcasting from the historic WRKB studios in the heart of Downtown Kannapolis, Chris Hughes and Ryan Dayvault proudly present The K-Town Connection. In this debut episode, Ryan and Chris introduce themselves, share the vision for the show, and offer a sneak peek into what listeners can look forward to in future episodes. They’ll also keep you entertained with some lighthearted …

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