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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.

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Latest Episodes

Sponsored by The Mountain Air | Sponsored by Benny’s Pizza | SLOFreeParking

Lee Greenwood joins Adam right before the Fourth of July, and the timing couldn’t be better. The Grammy-winning country icon behind “God Bless the U.S.A.” talks about the li... more

Sponsored by The Mountain Air | Sponsored by Benny’s Pizza | SLOFreeParking

What happens when the dream you've spent your whole life chasing doesn't turn out the way you imagined?

Actor, rapper, comedian, and podcast host MC Jin joins Adam for one ... more

Sponsored by The Mountain Air | Sponsored by Benny’s Pizza | SLOFreeParking

Lou Diamond Phillips joins Adam Montiel on Up+Adam to talk about his new film Gangland, a gritty crime thriller arriving in theaters and on digital July 10. Lou plays Teddy ... more

Sponsored by The Mountain Air | Sponsored by Benny’s Pizza | SLOFreeParking

Ronnie Johnston, Food and Beverage Director at Allegretto Vineyard Resort in Paso Robles, joins Adam for a warm check-in on one of the Central Coast’s most beautiful hospita... more

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Recent Guests

Ronnie Johnston
Food and Beverage Director at Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles
Allegretto Vineyard Resort
Episode: Ronnie Johnston: Allegretto, Set, Go! Paso Robles Hospitality with Heart | Up+Adam
Paul Solotaroff
Investigative journalist, Rolling Stone contributing editor, host of The Devil's Quarry
Rolling Stone Magazine; The Devil's Quarry
Episode: Paul Solotaroff: What Happens When Everyone Looks the Other Way & Certainty Kills the Truth? | Up+Adam
Brian Alhadeff
Artistic Director of Opera SLO
Opera SLO
Episode: The Maestro, the Cellist, & America's 250th Birthday | Stars, Stripes & Strings with Opera SLO | Up+Adam
Megan Chartier
Cellist with Opera SLO
Opera SLO
Episode: The Maestro, the Cellist, & America's 250th Birthday | Stars, Stripes & Strings with Opera SLO | Up+Adam
Jamison Firestone
Author of Rules of Lies, My Wild Ride Through Chaos, Corruption and Murder in Putin's Russia
Author
Episode: Jamison Firestone: A New York Kid, a Russian Mafia, and a Front Row Seat to History & Author of Rules of Lies | Up+Adam
Mandi Woodruff-Santos
Co-host of Brown Ambition Podcast; former financial journalist at Business Insider and Yahoo Finance
Brown Ambition / Brown Ambition Podcast
Episode: Personal Finance Advice for Real Life: Mandi Woodruff-Santos of Brown Ambition Is Up+Adam
Niccolo Lekai
Leo Leo Gelato
Leo Leo Gelato
Episode: Mighty Cap Mushrooms, The Groves on 41 & Leo Leo Talk Open Farm Days This Weekend | Up+Adam
Chris Battle
Mighty Cap Mushrooms
Mighty Cap Mushrooms
Episode: Mighty Cap Mushrooms, The Groves on 41 & Leo Leo Talk Open Farm Days This Weekend | Up+Adam
Jennifer Tallent
Groves on 41, olive oil producer
Groves on 41
Episode: Mighty Cap Mushrooms, The Groves on 41 & Leo Leo Talk Open Farm Days This Weekend | Up+Adam

Host

Adam Montiel
Host of Up + Adam; longtime broadcast radio professional; curates community-focused conversations.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 137 ratings
  • I just love Up+Adam!

    Love his interviews and the fact I can hear it anywhere now. I’m so up + Adam!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Beauty is everywhere0078
    United States9 months ago
  • Up & Adam is the perfect way to start the day!

    Adam Montiel has a gift for making conversations feel natural, fun, and real. Whether he’s chatting with local leaders, artists, or everyday people, he brings out stories that truly connect us to the Central Coast and beyond. Adam’s graciousness, big generosity in giving back to the community, and his infectious energy make every episode a joy. It also makes my daily drive so much more enjoyable!

    If you’re looking for a podcast that’s authentic, engaging, and full of heart, Up & Adam is it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cabronwinemaker
    United States9 months ago
  • My Go-To!

    Adam doesn’t just do a podcast, he creates a vibe. Up+Adam is equal parts smart, funny, and surprising, with guests I didn’t know I needed to hear from until I did. It’s my go-to everyday and I don’t even live on the Central Coast even though I love to visit! I’m Up+Adam ♥️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Emyyrose
    United Statesa year ago
  • Adam Bomb

    I had the privilege of being on Up + Adam to discuss branding and the infamous Jaguar rebrand. I personally had a blast talking with Adam because, as his listeners know, he brings such high energy, joy, curiosity, and compassion to every conversation. Adam is a genuine host and human being. Adam is the bomb!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Reilly Newman, Author & Host
    United Statesa year ago
  • Adam is amazing!

    Love this podcast for so many reasons! Adam’s voice is made for broadcasting and he is truly an expert at listening so intently to each and every person that he interacts with. His questions are deep and relevant to each topic and his uncanny sense of humor is right on target every time. Adam is deeply in love with SLO and, of course, The Lady He Fancies. His dedication to his home base and the countless numbers of people there who’s lives he touches every day, is displayed consistently in his m... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    walksfar1951
    United Statesa year ago

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The host delivers authentic, engaging conversations with a local vibe that resonates beyond the Central Coast.
Guests are a strong mix of local figures and notable names, offering diverse perspectives.
Listeners appreciate community focus, sponsor integration, and upbeat energy from episodes.

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Talking Points

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Santino DeFranco: Discipline, Fear, and the Psychology of Performance #FightReady | Up+Adam
Q: What does Fight Ready mean for someone facing life challenges outside the ring?
Fight Ready means defining your fight and what you're fighting for, maintaining endurance through ups and downs, and using a clear 'why' to stay committed without letting fear or grief derail progress.
Santino DeFranco: Discipline, Fear, and the Psychology of Performance #FightReady | Up+Adam
Q: What have years around fighters taught you about the difference between discipline and self-destruction?
Santino explains that discipline is built through consistent, healthy habits that feel uncomfortable at first but become normal; self-destruction comes from pushing beyond sustainable limits, so the key is balancing hard work with recovery and sustainable routines.
Paul Solotaroff: What Happens When Everyone Looks the Other Way & Certainty Kills the Truth? | Up+Adam
Q: What has this work cost you personally over the years, and what keeps you going in the face of grim realities?
The host highlights the emotional toll and the professional impact, while Paul emphasizes resilience, a sense of responsibility to give voice to the voiceless, and the belief that restorative justice and financial redress can help heal affected families.
Paul Solotaroff: What Happens When Everyone Looks the Other Way & Certainty Kills the Truth? | Up+Adam
Q: What was the moment in this investigation where you stopped taking notes and started feeling anger or a protective resolve?
He describes the shift to anger as a driving force, a result of witnessing ongoing injustice and the realization that powerful institutions protected a predator, which propelled him to push for accountability and legal remedies.
Paul Solotaroff: What Happens When Everyone Looks the Other Way & Certainty Kills the Truth? | Up+Adam
Q: But you didn't consume this story, you really lived inside it. Was there a moment during The Devil's Quarry when the story stopped being the investigation and became something you carried home with you?
Paul explains that the process of reporting in Putnam County exposed a constant tension between pursuing truth and the emotional cost of confronting systemic abuse, leading him to approach the work with a relentless, almost personal commitment to justice for the victims.

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A Central Coast–focused, celebrity-and-community driven talk show that blends local news with arts, food, music, and entrepreneurship. Episodes feature interviews with musicians, chefs, politicians, actors, and industry insiders, often tied to regional events, festivals, and sponsorships. The host brings hospitality, curiosity, and a heavy emphasis on local culture, small business stories, and community impact, with a knack for spotlighting local partnerships and live happenings. Notable strengths include a strong local identity, access to diverse guests from entertainment to entrepreneurship, and a rhythm that pairs uplifting human-interest stories with actionable takeaways for listeners and potential sponsors alike.

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2. Paul Solotaroff
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