Let's Talk with Carl Lee

Let's Talk with Carl Lee

Podcast episodes release Tuesdays and Thursdays. Now join us every Sunday afternoon at 1:06 pm on 580 WCHS for Let's Talk with Carl Lee, where we dive headfirst into the world of sports, culture, and social issues. Hosted by former NFL All-Pro Carl Lee, Let’s Talk is a bold, thoughtful, and unfiltered conversation about sports, culture, leadership, and life. Joined by co-hosts Lisa Otey and Hollis Lewis, Carl brings real perspective to real issues—featuring guests from the NFL, boxing, politics, and beyond. From locker rooms to classrooms, no topic is off-limits. Smart. Honest. Unexpected. Let’s Talk brings the heat every Thursday at 7 on 580 WCHS and on your favorite podcast app.

Episodes

Hall of Fame Inductee Sterling Sharpe with Carl Lee, Hollis Lewis, and Lisa Otey

August 7, 2025 • 68 mins
Sterling Sharpe, the former Green Bay Packers wide out, joins Carl Lee and company IN STUDIO for a spirited discussion on his recent induction into the NFL Hall of Fame! Plus, Sharpe reflects on his career, his mindsets towards life and the game, and much, much more! With host Carl Lee, and co-hosts Hollis Lewis and Lisa Otey. Let's Talk!
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All Things FOOTBALL on Let's Talk with Carl Lee, Hollis Lewis, and Lisa Otey

July 31, 2025 • 56 mins
Carl Lee, Lisa Otey, and Hollis Lewis talk football this episode, looking at several topics around the game. The discussion begins locally, discussing youth league football in the Dunbar, WV area with Courtney Williams, president of the Dunbar Football & Cheer. The discussion switches gears to the pros, with reports of NFL players and coaches possibly selling their comp tickets above market value. A spirited debate comes out fo...
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The Face of the Game: Clark, Contracts, and Community Coaching

July 24, 2025 • 51 mins
Carl Lee is joined by Lisa Otey and Hollis Lewis for a deep dive into three big topics in sports. First, they tackle the WNBA's explosion in popularity and debate whether Caitlin Clark truly is the face of the league. Then, they pull back the curtain on a hidden NFL collusion ruling that could have major implications for guaranteed contracts. Finally, they turn to high school football and Teddy Bridgewater’s suspension for selfless...
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Let's Talk with Carl Lee, with Co-Host Lisa Otey - TBT Coaches Edition, featuring Ot Elmore and Jarrod West

July 17, 2025 • 55 mins
Carl Lee and Lisa Otey interview the head coaches of The Basketball Tournament (TBT) teams centered right here in the Mountain State, with Ot Elmore of Herd That, and Jarrod West of Best Virginia.
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Zone Vision: Dante Culpepper on Leadership, Legacy, and Life After Football

July 10, 2025 • 55 mins
Carl with Lisa and Hollis sits down with Dante Culpepper to trace his journey from a small Florida town to UCF and the NFL. Dante opens up about overcoming academic setbacks, mastering the Viking offense alongside Randy Moss, and achieving that legendary 2004 “zone” season. He offers practical leadership lessons, reveals what today’s quarterbacks get right (and wrong), and explains the importance of QB–OC chemistry. Plus, hear his ...
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Let's Talk with Carl Lee featuring Boxing Legend Christy Martin

July 3, 2025 • 52 mins
West Virginia native and female boxing legend Christy Martin, a.k.a. "The Coal Miner's Daughter," stops by the Let's Talk studio to talk about her boxing journey, coming from a modest upbringing in the coal fields of West Virginia to finding herself in the center of the ring. Billed on some of the world's biggest fights promoted by the boxing icon Don King, Christy kicked open the door for women to enter the boxing world, a true pi...
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Heat, Hits, and Humility: Let's Talk with Carl Lee & Lisa Otey

June 26, 2025 • 52 mins
On this episode of Let's Talk, Carl Lee and Lisa Otey tackle the intense heatwave sweeping the country and its effects on athletes—from MLB stars to youth players. They reflect on old-school football mentalities around heat, safety, and toughness, and recall Carl’s unforgettable training camp clash with Walter Payton. The duo also relives Carl’s recent weekend with NFL legends like Dante Culpepper and Jim McMahon. A wide-ranging co...
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An Hour with NFL Hall of Famer Sterling Sharpe

June 19, 2025 • 67 mins
In this special episode of Let’s Talk with Carl Lee, Carl, Lisa Otey, and the legendary Sterling Sharpe share an honest, hilarious, and heartfelt hour reflecting on Sterling’s journey from a South Carolina farm boy to a newly elected NFL Hall of Famer. Sterling reveals his mindset as one of the league’s toughest and most entertaining receivers, behind-the-scenes stories from his Packers days, candid moments with Carl on and off the...
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Jay Jordan’s Juneteenth Freedom Ride, NCAA’s $20M Pay Cap & NIL Oversight, Rodgers’ Steelers Gamble & Fire-Hose Fiasco

June 12, 2025 • 59 mins
Carl Lee, Lisa Otey and Hollis Lewis kick off with Jay Jordan’s third annual YWCA-benefit “Freedom Ride” on Juneteenth—motorcycles, Sling-shots and community support for kids—then unpack the landmark House v. NCAA settlement that brings a $20 million athlete salary cap and a new NIL oversight commission. Next, they break down Aaron Rodgers’ one-year, incentive-laden Steelers contract and what it says about Pittsburgh’s strategy, be...
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Pat Carter on Golf and Grit, Plus Tough Talk on Accountability and Change

June 5, 2025 • 60 mins
On this episode of Let’s Talk with Carl Lee, West Virginia amateur golf great and WVGA executive Pat Carter joins Carl, Hollis, and Lisa for a focused conversation on the growth of golf in the state, junior development, access to the game, and how humility and preparation shape champions.

After Carter exits, the discussion turns raw and reflective as the hosts dig into deeper issues affecting families and communities: the collapse o...
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From Pineville to the Pros: Curt Warner on Legacy, Lessons, and Loyalty

May 29, 2025 • 56 mins
In this powerful episode, Carl Lee reunites with NFL great Curt Warner for a wide-ranging conversation that starts with their shared roots in West Virginia and stretches to the heights of college football and the NFL. Warner reflects on his journey from Pineville to Penn State’s national title, his time with the Seahawks, and the impact of mentors, injuries, and discipline. With co-hosts Hollis Lewis and Lisa Odie, they explore the...
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Grit, Goals, and Going Pro: Candace Morris & Mayor Amy Goodwin Join Let's Talk

May 22, 2025 • 60 mins
This episode of Let’s Talk with Carl Lee brings together two powerful stories of focus, ambition, and leadership. First, Charleston Mayor Amy Shuler Goodwin shares how USA Cycling is transforming Charleston into a national sports destination—and what it means for the city's economy, culture, and pride. From Olympic qualifiers to para-cycling events, the Mayor offers a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to host world-class athl...
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Brotherhood, Bump-and-Run, and the Business of Football: A Vikings Secondary Reunion

May 15, 2025 • 54 mins
In one of the most heartfelt and revealing episodes yet, Carl Lee reunites with former Vikings teammates Todd Scott, Audrey McMillan, and Vencie Glenn—three defensive backs who helped define a generation of NFL grit, swagger, and accountability. They reminisce about their time in Minnesota, share raw stories of playing through injuries, and reflect on the brotherhood that defined their secondary. The group dives into how the game h...
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Seven Rounds and a Dream: Chris Reed's Baseball Story

May 8, 2025 • 54 mins
In this episode, former Cincinnati Reds pitcher Chris Reed shares his baseball journey, discussing everything from being drafted at 17 to the cultural shock of moving from California to West Virginia. The podcast offers a raw, honest look at the realities of professional sports, the importance of work ethic, and the evolving landscape of athletic careers.

Whether you're a sports enthusiast, aspiring athlete, or just love hearing aut...
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Draft Day Fallout, Shifting Offenses, and the Shilo Sanders Saga

April 29, 2025 • 58 mins
On this episode of Let’s Talk with Carl Lee, Carl, Hollis, and Lisa dive into the drama and surprises of the 2025 NFL Draft. They break down trends signaling a return to old-school ground games, debate the impact of athletic quarterbacks, and react to the shocking fall of Shedeur Sanders into the fifth round. Plus, they tackle the prank call scandal during the draft, the unfortunate DUI incident involving Adrian Peterson, and what ...
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Championship Mindsets, WNBA Growth, and Two-Way Dreams: Alexis Hornbuckle Joins Let's Talk

April 24, 2025 • 57 mins
In this special episode of Let’s Talk with Carl Lee, West Virginia basketball legend and WNBA champion Alexis Hornbuckle joins Carl, Hollis, and Lisa for a powerful conversation about competition, mindset, and the evolution of women’s sports. From winning four high school titles to NCAA and WNBA championships back-to-back, Alexis shares what it takes to be a champion at every level—and how mental performance coaching is shaping tod...
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Agents, Athletes & the NCAA: Who Really Runs the Game?

April 18, 2025 • 58 mins
This week on Let’s Talk with Carl Lee, the crew welcomes NFL agent and attorney Paul DeRuzel for an electric, wide-ranging conversation. From contract negotiations to NIL chaos, Paul shares stories from inside the industry—including how he helps players grow as professionals, not just performers. Carl reflects on his own experience navigating the NFL without the luxuries today’s players have, and the two connect over the power of m...
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Class, Contracts & Controversy: Rewriting the Playbook for West Virginia Sports

April 10, 2025 • 41 mins
In this episode of Let’s Talk with Carl Lee, Carl, Hollis, and Lisa dive into the newly proposed WVSSAC high school classification changes with special guest Dana Farrell. From enrollment-based divisions to the impact on rivalries, conferences, and fairness across the state, the crew breaks down what’s working—and what’s still broken. They tackle the looming questions around NIL money and its possible trickle-down into West Virgini...
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The Price of the Game: NIL, College Sports, and Who Really Wins

April 3, 2025 • 57 mins
On this episode of Let's Talk with Carl Lee, the team dives deep into the seismic shifts happening across college athletics. Carl, Lisa, and co-host Delegate Hollis Lewis—who also serves in the West Virginia House of Delegates—break down key legislation currently moving through the statehouse that will shape the future of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals for student-athletes. Hollis gives a clear-eyed breakdown of bills codify...
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Championship Insights & WVU's NCAA Tournament Snub Controversy

March 20, 2025 • 55 mins
In this episode of Let's Talk with Carl Lee, we begin with an insightful conversation with Bo Miller, head coach of the Spring Valley girls' basketball team, discussing their recent state championship victory and the strategies behind their success. In the latter segment, Carl, Hollis, and Lisa delve into the controversy surrounding West Virginia University's exclusion from the NCAA Tournament, highlighting Governor Patrick Morrise...
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