Up + Adam with Adam Montiel

Adam Montiel
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Community Content from Concentrate. After more than 20 years in broadcast radio, Adam brings his daily show on demand without the filler of FM radio. Enjoy topical and daily news that also celebrates the culture of arts, wine, music, travel, tourism, and artisanal entrepreneurship. Broadcasting from and celebrating California's Central Coast.

  1. 1D AGO

    From Amadeus to The White Lotus: Oscar Winner F. Murray Abraham Is Up+Adam

    Academy Award winner F. Murray Abraham joins Adam Montiel on Up+Adam for a short but powerful conversation about legacy, memory, and the emotional heartbeat behind his latest film, Bookends. From his iconic performance in Amadeus to his recent work in The White Lotus, Abraham has built a career exploring the deepest corners of the human condition. In Bookends, he portrays Saul, a Holocaust survivor facing early dementia, in a story that examines generational love, role reversal, and the fragile beauty of memory. In just six and a half minutes, this intimate conversation touches on aging, artistry, and what it means to be remembered. We also note there were minor audio difficulties during the recording, but the heart of the exchange shines through. Sometimes short and sweet carries the most weight. Whether you are a film lover, a theater devotee, or someone navigating the shifting roles within your own family, this episode invites you to slow down and reflect on the time we share with the people who shaped us. Learn more about F. Murray Abraham and Bookends: • Official Bookends website: https://bookendsthemovie.com/ • F. Murray Abraham on IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000719/ ******** Listen 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 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 ©2026 Up+Adam with Adam Montiel / LoBro Studios, All Rights Reserved.

    29 min

  2. 2D AGO

    Don’t Bring Donuts to Buckingham: What Really Happens Behind the Palace Curtains with Omid Scobie & Robin Benway

    In this episode of Up+Adam, broadcaster Adam Montiel sits down with Omid Scobie and Robin Benway, two powerhouse authors who’ve teamed up to deliver Royal Spin, a sharply funny, satirical, and wildly entertaining look at life behind palace walls. Scobie, known for his fearless royal reporting (Finding Freedom, Endgame), brings over a decade of frontline journalism into his first work of fiction. Benway, a National Book Award winner and beloved voice in YA literature, joins forces with Scobie to tell the story of Lauren Morgan, a young American politico dropped into the chaos of Buckingham Palace PR just as the monarchy is mid-scandal. Together, they reveal the real-life inspirations behind the fiction, the chemistry of co-writing, and how the press-palace dance is messier and more human than you think. Whether you're a royal watcher, a fiction lover, or just into juicy behind-the-scenes intel, this convo hits. • Grab Royal Spin here: https://www.amazon.com/Royal-Spin-Novel-Omid-Scobie/dp/0063424800 • Follow Omid on Instagram: @scobiesnaps • Follow Robin on Instagram: @robinbenway Rate, review, and share the show with someone who needs this episode in their life, and don’t forget to subscribe to stay Up+Adam. ******** Listen 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 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  ©2026 Up+Adam with Adam Montiel / LoBro Studios, All Rights Reserved.

  3. 3D AGO

    Sip Happens for Locals Only: Act Now #PasoWineFest

    Paso Wine Fest is back May 15 through 17, and if you live in San Luis Obispo County, your moment is now. On this episode of Up+Adam, Adam sits down with Krista Smith, Marketing and Communications Director for Paso Wine, to talk about the return of Paso Wine Fest and the limited-time Locals Only ticket pricing that’s turning heads. SLO County residents can purchase $99 General Admission tickets for the Grand Tasting before prices climb to $165 and eventually $175. It is Paso Wine’s way of saying thank you to the community that lives and works here. But this weekend is more than just a tasting. We are talking about 100 plus wineries pouring under one roof at the Paso Robles Event Center, interactive brand activations, chef-driven culinary bites, winery-hosted dinners, Paired Paso’s food and wine competition, and Sparkling Paso brunch to close it all out. It is a full transformation of the space and a celebration of what makes Paso Wine Country one of the most exciting regions in California right now. Krista also shares insight into the evolution of the festival, the culture of collaboration among Paso wineries, and the growing national attention the region continues to attract. If you love wine, community, or simply watching a region rise together, this conversation is for you. • Locals Only tickets must be purchased in person with proof of SLO County residency • Available at the Paso Robles Chamber of Commerce and San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce • Offer valid through February 28 Learn more and view the full schedule at: https://pasowine.com Follow Paso Wine for updates: https://www.instagram.com/pasowine https://www.facebook.com/PasoWine ******** Listen 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 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 ©2026 Up+Adam with Adam Montiel / LoBro Studios, All Rights Reserved.

    31 min

  4. 4D AGO

    No Swipes, Just Sparks: Off the Apps and Into a Local Match w/ Casey Galli

    If dating apps feel like a desert, you’re not alone. In this episode of Up+Adam, Adam Montiel sits down with professional matchmaker Casey Galli, founder of Found Matchmaking, to talk about why modern dating feels broken and what can actually help fix it. From dating app burnout to why even attractive, successful singles are struggling to get matches, Casey brings real talk and real solutions. She shares who’s using her service, who’s struggling the most to connect, and how her process is helping people of all ages find real chemistry again, no swiping required. We also dig into what’s different about love on the Central Coast, how regional matchmaking works, and why people are craving in-person connections now more than ever. Whether you're single, dating, or just fascinated by the wild world of modern romance, this episode is packed with insights, “aha” moments, and even a little hope. • Learn more at: foundmatchmaking.com • Follow Casey on Instagram: @foundmatchmaking • Sign up for Casey’s FREE singles database here • Use promo code ADAM50 for 50 percent off her next singles event (THIS THUR) at Region SLO ******** Listen 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 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  ©2026 Up+Adam with Adam Montiel / LoBro Studios, All Rights Reserved.

    41 min

  5. 5D AGO

    How to Think Like a Champion, Even If You’re Not in the NFL #DRIVE

    When was the last time a seminar actually changed your life? On today’s episode of Up+Adam, I sit down with Amanda Wittstrom Higgins, Central Coast leader, community builder, and the creator of DRIVE, a half-day professional development experience that doesn’t just hype you up. It hands you the tools to execute. No fluff. No filler. Just a proven roadmap to clarity, accountability, and real results. We talk about why so many "rah-rah" events fall flat, how DRIVE flips the script with tactical action and a 90 percent success rate, and why this isn’t just for wine industry folks. From NFL speakers like Bear Pascoe to college rodeo coaches and nonprofit execs, if you're ready to stop spinning your wheels and finally move the needle, this one is for you. Whether you’re in wine, education, entrepreneurship, or just trying to find your next gear, this episode will make you want to get out of your own way and start showing up with purpose. • Learn more and register for DRIVE 2026: https://www.fullcupsolutions.com/fullcupsolutionscom/drive • Follow Amanda’s nonprofit: https://www.dreambigdarling.org • Explore Full Cup Solutions: https://www.fullcupsolutions.com ******** Listen 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 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  ©2026 Up+Adam with Adam Montiel / LoBro Studios, All Rights Reserved.

    37 min

  6. FEB 5

    The Rescue Zoo That Rescued Us #ZooToYou

    In Part 1, we met the animals. In Part 2, we meet the why. David and Lisa Jackson of Zoo to You are back for the second half of this unforgettable conversation, recorded live at the LoBro Studio in San Luis Obispo. If you thought holding a baby kangaroo was cool, wait until you hear what it means to actually connect with one. This episode takes us beyond the surface into the instincts, body language, and unspoken trust that make human and animal relationships truly powerful. Whether you are a parent looking to spark curiosity in your kids or just someone craving more awe in your life, this episode offers deep perspective, surprising stories, and one powerful truth. Animals can feel your energy, so what are you putting out into the world? To learn more, book your own encounter, or stay overnight inside their rescue zoo: https://www.zootoyou.org https://www.instagram.com/zootoyouanimals/ This conversation was recorded at LoBro Studio in San Luis Obispo. If you enjoyed it, leave a review, follow the show, and share this with someone who needs a little wild in their life. ******** Listen 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 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  ©2026 Up+Adam with Adam Montiel / LoBro Studios, All Rights Reserved.

    40 min

  7. FEB 4

    Monkey Business and Kangaroo Calm with Zoo to You!

    What happens when a spider monkey, an armadillo, and a baby kangaroo walk into the LoBro Studio? You get one of the wildest, most heartfelt conversations ever to hit Up+Adam. In this special two part episode, Adam welcomes David and Lisa Jackson, the powerhouse duo behind Zoo to You, a nonprofit rescue zoo based in Paso Robles that has been connecting humans with animals for over 36 years. From training marine mammals for the Navy to working alongside Jack Hanna and even bringing animals to The Tonight Show, these two have stories that will floor you. More than that, they have built something deeply meaningful. An animal experience that is as much about the heart as it is about the habitat. Whether you are an animal lover, a parent, an educator, or just someone who believes in connection, this episode will move you. • Want to meet a capybara • Pet a porcupine • Sip wine under the stars while kangaroos graze nearby Book your own private encounter or overnight stay here: https://www.zootoyou.org https://www.instagram.com/zootoyouanimals/ This episode of Up+Adam was recorded live at the LoBro Studio in Paso Robles. If you loved this conversation, leave a review, share the episode, and send it to the animal lover in your life. ******** Listen 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 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  ©2026 Up+Adam with Adam Montiel / LoBro Studios, All Rights Reserved.

    46 min

  8. FEB 3

    Stick With It: Hwy 101 Smoke Signals from Shekamoo Grill

    Guest: Sina Shakerian | Owner, Head Chef & Grill Master, Shekamoo Grill From Cal Poly engineering student to Central Coast kabob king, Sina Shakerian’s journey is what the American dream tastes like: char-grilled, saffron-slicked, and straight from the soul. In this episode, Adam sits down with the man behind Shekamoo Grill, the Persian food sensation that’s lighting up San Luis Obispo with flame-grilled tradition, family-rooted recipes, and an unwavering love for community. Sina shares how a promise made at the SLO Farmers Market in 2009 became a thriving culinary vision, fueled by faith, sweat, and a little something called shallot yogurt. He opens up about what it means to honor his father’s cooking, collaborate with his powerhouse wife Lindsey, and carry the spirit of Iran on every skewer, all while navigating the emotion of watching his home country in turmoil from thousands of miles away. This conversation is delicious, human, and quietly revolutionary, just like Shekamoo itself. Visit Shekamoo Grill: • In-person at SLO Ranch Farms & Marketplace — 811 Froom Ranch Way, Suite 140, San Luis Obispo, CA • Every Thursday night at the Downtown SLO Farmers Market • Private events, weddings, and catering available Connect with Shekamoo Grill: • Website: shekamoogrill.com • Instagram: @shekamoogrill Hungry yet? Yeah, us too. Press play. ******** Listen 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 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  ©2026 Up+Adam with Adam Montiel / LoBro Studios, All Rights Reserved.

    47 min
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Community Content from Concentrate. After more than 20 years in broadcast radio, Adam brings his daily show on demand without the filler of FM radio. Enjoy topical and daily news that also celebrates the culture of arts, wine, music, travel, tourism, and artisanal entrepreneurship. Broadcasting from and celebrating California's Central Coast.

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  • Creator
    Adam Montiel
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    299
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2025 Adam Montiel | Up + Adam
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    Up + Adam with Adam Montiel

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