Episode 45 of the K-Town Connection podcast takes us inside the legendary Bell Game, North Carolina’s longest continuous high school football rivalry, as Chris Hughes of the #RoughTalkCousins sits down with A.L. Brown head coach Justin Hardin. Filmed at the historic Dayvault’s Dyno Garage, this special episode dives into the tradition, pride, and intensity surrounding the annual matchup between the …
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In Episode 44 of the K-Town Connection podcast, the #RoughTalkCousins—Ryan Dayvault and Chris Hughes—along with Chuck “Dr. Dave” Irvin, sit down with lifelong Kannapolis resident and local businessman, Drew Maher. As the owner of DM Properties, Drew has built a strong reputation in the local real estate market, keeping his finger on the pulse of a community that continues to …
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In Episode 43 of the K-Town Connection podcast, the #RoughTalkCousins—Chris Hughes and Ryan Dayvault—along with Chuck “Dr. Dave” Irvin, welcome special guest Mike Bost from What-A-Burger for a mouthwatering trip through local history. Bost shares the detailed story of the beloved restaurant chain that started in Concord, N.C., and grew to serve surrounding communities. With two iconic locations—#1 and #10—still …
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In this deeply personal series, hosts Ryan Dayvault and Chris Hughes sit down with former Cannon Mills employees and longtime Kannapolis residents to capture the voices and memories that shaped this historic mill town. Our opening episode features Leslie Dayvault, who devoted five decades of her life to Cannon Mills. She reflects on her experiences, the friendships she built, and …
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We’re honored to kick off our brand-new “Mill People Series” with a very special guest — 90-year-old lifelong Kannapolis resident Bobby Eagle. In this debut episode, Bobby takes us back to the heart of the textile era, sharing vivid memories and personal reflections from his life in Kannapolis. This series is dedicated to preserving the stories, traditions, and spirit of …
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In this episode, recorded at the iconic Dayvault’s Dyno Garage in Kannapolis, the Rough Talk Cousins—Chris Hughes and Ryan Dayvault—team up with Chuck “Dr. Dave” Irvin for an engaging discussion with the leadership of Kannapolis City Schools. Superintendent Sara Newell, Assistant Superintendent Dr. Erin Anderson, and Chief of Schools Dr. Jennifer Brinson offer a behind-the-scenes look at the district’s vision, …
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In Episode 40 of the K-Town Connection, we sit down with coach Nick Buckwell and members of the A.L. Brown Cross Country team to explore their dedication to athletics, academics, and the Kannapolis community. Hear firsthand from student-athletes Laney Morton, Megan Fongemy, and Myles Beaver as they share their experiences growing up in Kannapolis, training as competitive runners, and building …
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Get ready for an unforgettable episode of K-Town Connection! Episode 39 takes you on-location to Dayvault’s Dyno Garage, where the #RoughTalkCousins Ryan Dayvault and Chris Hughes sit down with local media legend Steve Gantt. A U.S. Air Force veteran and long-time journalist, Steve shares captivating stories from his years at The Daily Independent and his two-decade run on local cable …
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Recorded on-location at the historic Dayvault’s Dyno Garage in Kannapolis, the #RoughTalkCousins; Chris Hughes & Ryan Dayvault, once again welcomed Joe Farinella of Hazleton, PA. Known as one of the country’s most devoted Dale Earnhardt fans, Joe shared his deep admiration for The Intimidator and his love for Kannapolis. But the episode took an unexpected turn when a surprise guest …
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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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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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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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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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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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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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