Oct 31, 20261h 19mS1
In this Halloween episode of Welcome to Grass Valley, sit-in host Gary Pate takes calls from podcast founder Ryan, who has two months left on a prison sentence. Ryan shares jokes, reads a sermon on the eagle's renewal...
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Welcome to Grass Valley
Hosted by Ryan Doty and Nathaniel Redmond · education · EN
49 episodesAudience: 4
About this Podcast:
Welcome to Grass Valley is a real, unfiltered look at life in a small Sierra Nevada town—mixing local news, recovery and hope, comedy, and conversations with everyone from sheriffs to artists. We’re here to lift people up, talk about what no one else will, and leave you hungry for the next episode.
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What is Welcome to Grass Valley about?
Welcome to Grass Valley is a real, unfiltered look at life in a small Sierra Nevada town, mixing local news, recovery and hope, comedy, and conversations with everyone from sheriffs to artists. We’re here to lift people up, talk about what no one else will, and leave you hungry for the next episode.
Who hosts Welcome to Grass Valley?
Welcome to Grass Valley is hosted by Ryan Doty and Nathaniel Redmond. The show has published 49 episodes to date.
What has Welcome to Grass Valley covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Welcome to Grass Valley #67 - Ryan and Gary Pate" (31 October 2026, 79 minutes), "Welcome to Grass Valley #66 - Nathaniel and Ryan" (20 September 2026, 45 minutes), and "Welcome to Grass Valley #65 - Maxx and Ryan" (20 September 2026, 56 minutes).
How often does Welcome to Grass Valley publish?
Welcome to Grass Valley publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 45 minutes across 49 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Welcome to Grass Valley?
Booking probability for Welcome to Grass Valley is 22%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Welcome to Grass Valley requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Welcome to Grass Valley's contact route on record: verified email.
About the host
Ryan Doty and Nathaniel Redmond hosts Welcome to Grass Valley, an education podcast with 49 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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- Sep 20, 202645 minS1
Ryan puts Nathaniel through a 20-question game that he also plays with his children. Nathaniel shares his favorite places, films, music, and memories, including a disc golf trip to Oregon. The questions lead to stories...
Episode #65
Welcome to Grass Valley #65 - Maxx and Ryan
Sep 20, 202656 minS1Maxx catches up with Ryan about managing conflict in prison, journaling, and preparing to return home. Ryan discusses his classes, uncertainty about housing after release, and the friends helping him stay connected with...
- Aug 16, 202614 minS1
Desi, team leader and driver for the 530 Piston Pushers, joins Welcome to Grass Valley to talk about her local rough trucks racing team. She explains how the crew of six drivers and a four-to-five-person pit team...
- May 23, 20261h 12mS1
On this episode of Welcome to Grass Valley, host Maxx sits down with guest Jordan Beaver for an honest and reflective conversation about personal growth, family, faith, loyalty, and learning from past mistakes...
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- May 21, 20261h 48mS1
Ryan calls in from Avenal State Prison for a raw conversation about missing his kids, finding strength through faith, staying sober, and trying to rebuild a life after everything changed. He and Nathaniel talk about...
- May 1, 202640 minS1
Maxx and Lindsay welcome local artisan Aria Griffiths back to Grass Valley to revisit her story. Aria details Make Local Habit, her 17-year-old downtown shop curating wares from Nevada County artists, and her brand-new...
- May 1, 202642 minS1
In this episode of Welcome to Grass Valley, host Maxx checks in with Ryan Doty during a series of calls from Avenal State Prison, where Ryan opens up about the fear, stress, and emotional weight of prison life while...
- Apr 20, 20269 minS1
In this episode of Welcome to Grass Valley, the host shares a second letter from his incarcerated brother, Ryan Doty, written from Avenal State Prison. Ryan offers heartfelt encouragement about staying positive, getting...
- Apr 20, 20261h 34mS1
DJ Loot (Mike) sits down with Maxx and Gary Pate for a wide-ranging conversation on his path from sixth-grade saxophone to running a full-service studio in Citrus Heights. He traces his work through Chico State's...
- Apr 20, 202616 minS1
Maxx reads two letters from his incarcerated brother Ryan, writing from Avenal State Prison. Ryan describes earning a forklift job after quietly outworking other inmates, being named representative for the whites in his...
- Apr 20, 202616 minS1
Maxx catches up with longtime friend Ryan Doty in a heartfelt Easter Sunday call from North Kern State Prison. Ryan shares how he quickly landed a kitchen forklift job, navigated tense yard politics, and found real...
- Mar 10, 202646 minS1
In this collaborative episode of Welcome to Grass Valley, hosts Maxx, Lindsay, and Nathaniel sit down with local guest Eric Oliver to highlight philanthropy and the intricate world of beekeeping. Eric discusses his...
- Mar 10, 20261h 1mS1
In this raw and confrontational episode of Welcome to Grass Valley, host Ryan calls in from jail to share a vivid, razor sharp dream about a giant mountain lion on his property, which co-host Maxx interprets through a...
- Mar 10, 202625 minS1
In this episode of Welcome to Grass Valley, Ryan calls in from the Wayne Brown Correctional Facility to share a raw update on his life and mindset while incarcerated. He discusses finding solace in spirituality and...
- Mar 10, 202645 minS1
In this community-focused episode of Welcome to Grass Valley, interim host Maxx is joined by local realtor Lindsay Weills to discuss the unique lifestyle of Nevada County and provide an update on Ryan's status. Maxx...
- Mar 10, 202642 minS1
In this poignant and raw episode of Welcome to Grass Valley, host Ryan calls in from jail to provide a status update to his co-host Maxx and his loyal listeners. Facing an imminent transfer to prison, Ryan discusses the...
Episode #50
Welcome to Grass Valley #50 - Maxx Hudec
Mar 10, 20268 minS1In this transitional episode of Welcome to Grass Valley, Maxx steps in solo to provide a housekeeping update as Ryan prepares for his imminent transfer to an undisclosed location to begin his sentence. Maxx reports that...
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