De La Torre’s Stories
Listen in as local legends, interesting people, and business owners share their stories and perspectives. Hosted by Grant De La Torre. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.
Episodes
Jason Kilby is a long time friend and the true definition of a local legend. He amassed multiple degrees from Tennessee Tech University across his 48 semesters including a PhD in exceptional learning with a literacy concentration. He is also the founder of the Buffalo Rejects sports franchise that is known across the Upper Cumberland.
Also, Darko Milicic did have one kickboxing fight that he lost by TKO in the 2nd round. (This wil...
Bro. Josh Cantrell is the Pastor at both Springs Chapel Methodist Church and Mt. Gilead Methodist Church. He ended up on drugs at 16 and went down the path of addiction until life changing events at the age of 21. He then found himself called to ministry soon after. Listen in to hear his incredible story of turning his life around and dedicating it to serving God. We also dive into some of life's and religion's greatest q...
Ethan Worley is the owner of Grimsley Gun & Knife located at 5580 S. York Hwy in Grimsley, TN. They are an FFL licensed gun store that stocks all kinds of guns and knives new and old. They also have ammo and are looking to acquire their pawn shop license in the future. Enjoy a great conversation on guns, knives, and more! Also, make sure to go check them out for all your gun and knife needs.
A very special Father’s Day release episode for me as I welcome my two oldest daughters onto the podcast! Aubri (Age 5) and Adi (Age 4) have been wanting to do a podcast for a while so listen in and enjoy all there funny, cute and sweet answers! Adi starts off and goes for around 14 minutes then Aubri takes over and finishes out the episode. Girls if you are reading this in the future just know I love y’all so much!
Jimmy Johnson is in his second term as Fentress County Executive. He also served a term as a county commissioner before becoming County Mayor. Jimmy is the youngest of 15 children. He is dedicated to serving all citizens of Fentress County and has worked to improve the county for years to come. Listen in as we discuss what its like to be a county mayor and about the future of Fentress County and the Upper Cumberland.
Logan Lamb is a movement focused Chiropractor & Exercise Physiologist based in Cookeville, Tennessee. Logan’s credentials include
- Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Baker University 2020
- Master's degree in Exercise Physiology, Valdosta State University 2021
- Doctorate in Chiropractic, Logan University 2024
- American College of Sports Medicine Certified Exercise Physiologist
Garry Clark is a local legendary sports announcer and radio personality. He graduated from MTSU with a degree in Communications in 1985 and has been in the radio business ever since. He has been with 103.9 WDEB for well over 30 years covering news and sports for the station and is on air M-F 4pm-10pm. Listen in as we talk about some of the most memorable moments and players across all sports that he has seen throughout his multiple...
Mason Cravens is a body builder who won the title of Mr. Tennessee in 2023. He is an aspiring pro who is hoping to earn that professional status this year. Listen in as we dive into what it takes to grind as a body builder and much more!
Jakob Daniel is the creator and host of Podnastics gymnastics podcast. On Podnastics they interview top Olympic and college gymnasts from around the world to get their stories and perspectives. Jakob is also long time friend of our frequent co-host Hunter Crouch. Enjoy listening and check out Podnastics!
Homero Gonzalez is the owner and sauce boss of Harmacy Hot Sauce Co.
Based in Cookeville Tennessee, Harmacy Hot Sauce is an award winning premier hot sauce company with some of the best hot sauce in the world. Enjoy listening to their story and make sure to check them out at https://www.harmacyhotsauce.com
Tyler Arms and Kim Stewart are the new owners on New Horizon Athletics in Jamestown, TN. New Horizon Athletics is a cross training higher intensity workout gym that offers group classes as well as personal training. Kim and Tyler also recently purchased the 24/7 style gym Mad fitness and rebranded as NHA 24/7.
Byron Matthews is the owner of the golf simulator sports bar, Birdies Lounge in Jamestown, TN. He grew up in Jamestown before moving to South Dakota and flying drones for the Air Force. After his military stint he returned home and opened Birdies Lounge which has been a key part of the revitalization of downtown Jamestown. Birdies also has became a music venue with concerts featuring up and coming artists nearly every weekend. Enjo...
Listen in as we dive into to the careers and future plans for twin basketball stars Kassie & Kaylie Monday. They both had stellar high school and college careers leading Clarkrange High School to 3 State Tournaments. They then went on to help lead University of the Cumberlands to multi NAIA National Tournament runs including the first final four appearance in school history. They are both NAIA All Americans and boost impressive...
Hunter Crouch and I talk Final Four and The Masters. We also mix in some NBA and NFL draft. If you like sports listen in and enjoy.
We reunite with our old friend and put on our version of Joe Rogan’s “Protect Our Parks” Episodes with “Protect Our Trailer Parks.” Featuring Chase, Wade Siems, Hunter Crouch, and Grant De La Torre.
Landon Baldwin is a long time friend and growing YouTuber with nearly 12k subscribers on his channel “Backwoods TN”. His videos total well over 1 million views and he gained 10k subscribers and over 900k views in 2024 alone. He also had a viral TikTok that racked up 15 million views and over 100k likes. Landon’s family has been in the logging business for generations and his logging content on YouTube has been a hit. He is finishin...
Follow along as Hunter Crouch and I break down each game of the 2025 NCAA Basketball Tournament.
Jared Wells is a BJJ black belt and owner of Praxium Martial Arts in Jamestown, TN. He fought his first professional MMA fight at 17 years old on the first ever sanctioned MMA event in Tennessee. He also lived and trained in Brazil for a short time. Jared opened Praxium Martial Arts in 2010.
Hunter Crouch is head coach of the Sunbright Tigers high school boys basketball team and a long time friend. He is also co-athletic director and a teacher. Hunter graduated from Tennessee Tech and played college basketball at Maryville his freshman year. He is coming off of only the 2nd 20 win season in school history and was also named Coach of the Year in his district.
Connor Apple is the owner of Apple Fitness and Health in Cookeville, TN. He is a graduate of Tennessee Tech with a degree in exercise science and is a certified personal trainer.
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