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Tacoma, what’s good? Tune in for dope conversations with Tacoma's finest. Through genuine conversations with residents, business owners, and local leaders, host Derrik Shockman provides insights on all things Tacoma.

Derrik Shockman


    • Apr 9, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 26m AVG DURATION
    • 19 EPISODES


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    Hoops Talk with Curtis Terry

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2021 46:00


    Curtis Terry (@curtisterryjr) is a Curtis Viking and UNLV Running Rebel who has planted roots in Sin City! From Tacoma, Curt and I grew up together and believe it or not I use to hoop alongside him(in middle school and junior high). Besides calling UNLV Men's Hoops now for the Rebels and hosting his podcast @uncommentary, Curt is a husband, father, and youth sports fundraiser. Tune in for a dope conversation! What I discuss with Curtis Terry: What it's like living in Las Vegas. Does he ever see himself moving back to the Northwest? Washington being named the Mecca of Basketball. Passing it forward being a part of the Hoops culture in Seattle/Tacoma Will the Sonics return? Will Vegas get an NBA team? His journey of walking on to UNLV and earning a scholarship. The glory of hooping at Curtis HS and the Bemis' Rules days. Reminiscing about the 1997 Champion Arizona Wildcats. His podcast UnCommenTary and how he prepped for launch. What it's like being the color commentator for UNLV men's basketball radio. His role with the company Snapraise. Website: https://www.tacomapodcast.com/ (TheTacomaPodcast.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetacomapodcast/ (@TheTacomaPodcast) Twitter: https://twitter.com/TacomaPodcast (@TheTacomaPodcast) Support this podcast

    Juggling Marriage and Business with Dave Jones

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2021 50:56


    Dave Jones (@thadeacon) is a friend and mentor of mine who owns and operates @WindermereAbode with his wife Anne Jones! Besides leading the dopest real estate office in Tacoma, Dave is a husband, father, hoops junkie, and community leader. Join Dave and I for a variety of topics from NBA TopShot to building company culture. What We Discuss with Dave: Why NBA TopShot is hear to stay What conversations look like at the Abode Office. His transition from working in education to opening a real estate office. What he misses most about education. Why he enjoys about owning a small business. How opening up Abode came about. What it's like working day in and day out with your spouse. Establishing company culture. The power of affirmations. What he's looking forward to most in 2021. The importance of making content to tell your story. Website: https://www.tacomapodcast.com/ (TheTacomaPodcast.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetacomapodcast/ (@TheTacomaPodcast) Twitter: https://twitter.com/TacomaPodcast (@TheTacomaPodcast) Support this podcast

    Old School Tacoma Bars with the Huson Crew

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2021 38:53


    Welcome to the first roundtable episode of The Tacoma Podcast! In this episode Alex and Mike join the pod to chop it up about old Tacoma bars! Mike hates on the legendary Masa, while Alex and I both consider Cans to be the #1 seed of bars that are no longer around. We get into what life was like getting to and from clubs before Uber. Mike gives a rundown of his karaoke tips, I hate on Breweries, and Alex talks Franzia. Join us we reminisce about our Huson house days! A lot of laughs and F-Bombs in this one. https://www.instagram.com/thetacomapodcast/ (Instagram) https://www.tacomapodcast.com/ (Website) Support this podcast

    Flipping Shoes with Kenny Callahan

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2021 33:25


    Kenny Callahan (https://www.instagram.com/thereal_kennycallahan/ (@thereal_kennycallahan)) is a Tacoman who found his way reselling shoes in 2020! Kenny basically turned nothing into something when he left his gym job right before the pandemic hit. Tune in and find out what he's learned creating a reselling business over the last year and what's in store for the future. What We Discuss with Kenny: Why and how he got into reselling. His first few items he ever sold. Where he goes to pick up his shoes to resell. What his sourcing schedule looks like. The item he generated most profit from. Why he started specializing in shoes rather than other items. His shipping process and what that entails. Does he clean the shoes prior to shipping? How long it takes to move inventory. What some of the the other reselling platforms are besides EBAY. The self validation of doing his own thing and creating a reselling business. Down with this episode? Please subscribe and drop us a review! Website: https://www.tacomapodcast.com/ (TheTacomaPodcast.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetacomapodcast/ (@TheTacomaPodcast) Twitter: https://twitter.com/TacomaPodcast (@TheTacomaPodcast) Support this podcast

    Hawaii to Tacoma with Jenny Meredith

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2021 45:05


    Jenny Meredith (https://www.instagram.com/hawaiijenn/ (@hawaiijenn)) is a Washingtonian and Tacoman who had the opportunity to live in one of my favorite places, Kailua, Oahu! Jenny lives in North East Tacoma with the fam and loves being a part of the Tacoma Community. Tune in and find out what it was like to live in paradise and what she loves about the City of Destiny! What We Discuss with Jenny: Would she rather live in Hawaii or Tacoma? Outdoor activities she liked to partake in while in Hawaii. Describes the sand of my favorite beach, Lanikai Beach. If she thinks shaved ice is over or under rated. What made her and the fam come back to Washington. What she likes about living in North East Tacoma. Her thoughts on Browns Point being more a part of Federal Way than Tacoma. Why she loves living in Tacoma. How Tacoma compares to Hawaii. Some of her favorite local spots in NE Tacoma. The sense of community in the City of Destiny. Down with this episode? Please subscribe and drop us a review! Website: https://www.tacomapodcast.com/ (TheTacomaPodcast.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetacomapodcast/ (@TheTacomaPodcast) Twitter: https://twitter.com/TacomaPodcast (@TheTacomaPodcast) Support this podcast

    Tacoma Real Estate and The McKinley History Project

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2021 4:02


    Welcome to another solo episode of The Tacoma Podcast, also known as the "Tacoma Chronicles." In this episode we talk about what's going on in the http://derrikshockman.com (Tacoma Real Estate Market). Median Sales price hit $423k in February 2021! Still extremely tough for buyers looking to purchase in the City of Destiny. https://southsoundbiz.com/tacomas-909-a-street-building-starts-its-second-act/ (909 A Street), the old Russell Building, is revamped and now a Class A multi-tenant building. Neil Walter is looking to lease 80,000 square feet of the building. Will tech companies be next? Tacoma is inviting residents to participate in the McKinley History Project. There are four virtual events you can attend and an online survey to fill out. If you have information that you think can help https://southsoundbiz.com/tacoma-invites-community-to-participate-in-mckinley-history-project/ (click here) for more info! Did you enjoy this episode? Would love it if you subscribed anywhere you listen to podcasts! https://www.instagram.com/thetacomapodcast/ (Instagram) https://www.tacomapodcast.com/ (Website) Support this podcast

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    Health and Fitness as a Lifestyle with Laina Chavez

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2021 39:41


    Laina Chavez (https://www.instagram.com/laina_chavez/ (@laina_chavez)) is a former Curtis and Seattle University Hooper is kicking ass as a health and fitness coach. Born and raised in Tacoma, Laina has strong ties to the local community. She helps former female college athletes achieve their health and wellness goals by providing health, fitness, and mindset training. Assisting them in restoring confidence and strength in both their body, mind, and soul. What We Discuss with https://www.instagram.com/laina_chavez/ (Laina Chavez): Does she prefer working out at Stadium HS or Chambers Bay? Her time playing college hoops at Seattle U. Transitioning from working in a college athletic department to fitnesspreneur. Her why for getting into the health and fitness industry. Some challenges starting her small business. The inspiration she gets from her clients' transformations. Other ways to measure progress besides just the number on the scale. Her thoughts on intermittent fasting and the different types of training. Explains how mindset and lifestyle is crucial to health and fitness. Helping her clients through doubts and those days when its hard to find the motivation. Down with this episode? Please subscribe and drop us a review! Website: https://www.tacomapodcast.com/ (TheTacomaPodcast.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetacomapodcast/ (@TheTacomaPodcast) Twitter: https://twitter.com/TacomaPodcast (@TheTacomaPodcast) Support this podcast

    Little Radio, Hilltop Indoor Market, Sam's Glass Recycling Pickup

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2021 3:54


    Welcome to another solo episode of The Tacoma Podcast, also known as the "Tacoma Chronicles." In this episode we talk https://www.instagram.com/littleradiotacoma/ (Little Radio's) Lunar New Year Menu. Leanne and I went with egg rolls, cucumber salad, General Tao Chicken and Orange Chicken this past weekend. https://www.instagram.com/hilltopindoormarket/ (Hilltop Indoor Market ) is happening Saturday March 20th, from 2:30PM to 6:30PM at the Tacoma Arts Community Center. Vendors can contact the Hilltop Indoor Market on https://www.facebook.com/events/865670784284309 (Facebook) if interested. End the show with a shoutout to a new business, Sam's Glass Recycling Service. For $10 a month, Sam will swing by twice a month to pick up your glass recycling for you. You can email him at saiken294@gmail.com. Did you enjoy this episode? Would love it if you subscribed anywhere you listen to podcasts! https://www.instagram.com/thetacomapodcast/ (Instagram) https://www.tacomapodcast.com/ (Website) Support this podcast

    Tacoma's Commercial Real Estate Market with Alex Muir

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2021 40:14


    Alex Muir (https://www.instagram.com/alexmuir5/ (@AlexMuir5)) is one of of my best friends who is a seasoned commercial real estate broker here in the Northwest. Our friendship dates back to our time at Curtis High School where we graduated and then moved on to the University of Washington together. Go Dawgs! Growing up in Tacoma, Alex takes a lot of pride in staying in tune with commercial real estate happenings in Tacoma. Tune in as he shines a light on what it's like being a commercial broker and what's to come in Tacoma! What We Discuss with https://www.lee-associates.com/northwest/alex-muir/ (Alex Muir): His path to commercial real estate. What it takes to be a commercial real estate broker. The difference between residential and commercial real estate. What commercial real estate deals look like. His role in helping diversify the real estate industry. His thoughts on the Tacoma commercial real estate market. Some of the current projects happening in Tacoma. Why developers are attracted to Tacoma. Will Tacoma become a tech hub? Down with this episode? Please subscribe and drop us a review! Website: https://www.tacomapodcast.com/ (TheTacomaPodcast.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetacomapodcast/ (@TheTacomaPodcast) Twitter: https://twitter.com/TacomaPodcast (@TheTacomaPodcast) Support this podcast

    Serving Tacoma creatives with Davon White

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2021 42:50


    Davon White (https://www.instagram.com/whoisdavon_/ (@whoisdavon)) is a life-long Tacoma resident who is the owner of https://www.facebook.com/route586 (Route586)! When Davon isn't helping local creatives with the marketing and branding strategies, you can find him diving into a great book, having crucial conversations on racism and oppression, and enjoying the Tacoma community. Davon prides himself on continuing to grow both personally and professionally, and has probably the most dialed in mindset of any 24 year old I know. What We Discuss with Davon White: The importance of personal development. How creatives and businesses can dial in their branding. What inspired him to start Route586. The responsibility he feels to build generational wealth for his family. What it was like buying his first property in Tacoma's fierce market. How to juggle starting a business or side hustle while having a career. Where to find Route586: https://www.facebook.com/route586 (Facebook) https://www.facebook.com/route586 (Instagram ) Were you down with this episode? Would love it if you subscribed and left us a review! Website: https://www.tacomapodcast.com/ (TheTacomaPodcast.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetacomapodcast/ (@TheTacomaPodcast) Twitter: https://twitter.com/TacomaPodcast (@TheTacomaPodcast) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Tacoma-Podcast-100272585255960 (@TheTacomaPodcast) Support this podcast

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    Sonics Guy, Prescription Delivery, and Ghost Towns

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2021 3:33


    Welcome to another solo episode of The Tacoma Podcast, also known as the "Tacoma Chronicles." In this episode we give tribute to Kristopher Brannon also know as "Sonics Guy." RIP. Multi-Care has a https://southsoundbiz.com/multicare-launches-prescription-delivery-in-south-sound/ (new prescription delivery) service. For $10 between the hours of 8AM-10PM you can have your prescriptions delivered to you in Tacoma. End the show with a https://www.facebook.com/events/117355513600553?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22search_results%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22bookmark%22%7D]%7D (Ghost Towns of Washington) event. It's online and free. Tune in if you are down for that kind of thing. Did you enjoy this episode? Would love it if you subscribed anywhere you listen to podcasts. Website: https://www.tacomapodcast.com/ (TacomaPodcast.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetacomapodcast/ (@TheTacomaPodcast) Twitter: https://twitter.com/TacomaPodcast (@TheTacomaPodcast) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Tacoma-Podcast-100272585255960 (@TheTacomaPodcast) Support this podcast

    Cryotherapy and Recovery with Jordan Dam

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2021 27:03


    Jordan Dam (https://www.instagram.com/jdam23/ (@jdam23)), a former college and professional hooper is the owner of https://www.damperformance.com/ (Dam Performance Cryotherapy and Recovery) located in University Place, WA. After finishing his basketball career, Jordan started training Tacoma hoopers, getting them ready for the college level. Knowing the importance of recovery, JDAM and his wife Timia opened up their very own cryotherapy and recovery center to help Tacomans with their health and wellness needs. What We Discuss with Jordan Dam: What it was like playing professional hoops in China. Why he opened up a cryotherapy and recovery business in Tacoma. What is cryotherapy and what are its benefits. The advantages of infrared saunas and red light therapy. His biggest accomplishment since starting up. What it was like going from 0 to 1 and opening up a physical location. Membership and drop in options for those interested. Where to find Dam Performance: https://www.facebook.com/DamPerformanceCryo (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/damperformance/ (Instagram ) Down with the podcast? Would love it if you subscribed and dropped a review! Website: http://thetacomapodcast.com (TheTacomaPodcast.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetacomapodcast/ (@TheTacomaPodcast) Twitter: https://twitter.com/TacomaPodcast (@TheTacomaPodcast) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Tacoma-Podcast-100272585255960 (@TheTacomaPodcast) Support this podcast

    Tacoma’s Small Business Low Interest Loan Program

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2021 5:00


    Welcome to another solo episode of The Tacoma Podcast, also known as the "Tacoma Chronicles." In this episode we discuss https://makeittacoma.com/resurgenceloan/ (Tacoma's new small business low interest loan program). The City of Tacoma is providing 5 year loans up to $25,000 with no payments for the first 12 months. City of Tacoma has teamed up with the National League of Cities to assist in job creation and economic opportunities for Tacomans. https://southsoundbiz.com/new-nlc-partnership-focuses-on-job-creation-economic-growth/ (Read South Sound Business )Journal article here. End the show with a Tacoma real estate market update. Eastside Tacoma's Median Sales price hit $356k in January 2021. If interested in a monthly market update, sign up for https://derrik.withwre.com/neighborhood-news (Neighborhood News). Did you enjoy this episode? Would love it if you subscribed anywhere you listen to podcasts. Website: https://www.tacomapodcast.com/ (TacomaPodcast.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetacomapodcast/ (@TheTacomaPodcast) Twitter: https://twitter.com/TacomaPodcast (@TheTacomaPodcast) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Tacoma-Podcast-100272585255960 (@TheTacomaPodcast) Support this podcast

    HS Athletics in 2020 with Mike Andrews

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2021 47:52


    Mike Andrews (https://www.instagram.com/puffy253/ (@puffy253)), is a great friend of mine who is a Tacoma resident, husband, father of four, and middle school teacher who coaches HS Wrestling. When he isn't at home or in the class room, he's usually on the wrestling mats helping young athletes achieve their goals through his organization https://www.facebook.com/Be.A.Beast.Athletics (BAB Athletics). What We Discuss with Mike Andrews: What HS and Middle School Athletics looked like in 2020. What he's been doing to help the kids stay focused and ready for if/when their seasons finally start. What Sports Seasons may look like in Spring 2021. Why he started his organization https://www.instagram.com/b.a.b.athletics/ (BAB Athletics). His thoughts on what matters when starting a non-profit. What's important when getting an organization up and running. Where you can find BAB if you are interested in volunteering. Down with the podcast? Please subscribe and drop us a review! Even a sentence helps! Drop your Instagram handle and we will give you a shoutout on an upcoming episode. Website: https://www.tacomapodcast.com/ (TheTacomaPodcast.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetacomapodcast/ (@TheTacomaPodcast) Twitter: https://twitter.com/TacomaPodcast (@TheTacomaPodcast) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Tacoma-Podcast-100272585255960 (@TheTacomaPodcast) Support this podcast

    Monkeyshines, Kombucha, and a Hoops Heist

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2021 3:34


    Welcome to another solo episode of The Tacoma Podcast, also known as the "Tacoma Chronicles." In this episode we discuss https://www.parentmap.com/article/monkeyshines-beloved-lunar-new-year-art-hunt-in-tacoma (Monkeyshines), Tacoma's Lunar New Year Tradition that was started in 2004 by "Ms. Monkey". Go find you some glass balls this winter. A Kombucha bar is coming to the 6th Ave District! https://komadrekombucha.com/ (Komadre Kombucha) was created by Julie Davidson and should open in March 2021 if all goes as planned. Who wants the Sonics back? I sure as hell do. Talk about a new book, https://www.amazon.com/Hoops-Heist-Seattle-Sonics-Stolen-ebook/dp/B08HGR8MD6 (Hoops Heist )with forward written by Tacoma Native and NBA All-Star Isaiah Thomas. Did you enjoy this episode? Would love it if you subscribed! Drop your Instagram or Twitter handle and we will give you a shoutout! Website: https://www.tacomapodcast.com/ (TacomaPodcast.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetacomapodcast/ (@TheTacomaPodcast) Twitter: https://twitter.com/TacomaPodcast (@TheTacomaPodcast) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Tacoma-Podcast-100272585255960 (@TheTacomaPodcast) Support this podcast

    Tacoma Photography with Danny Crelling

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2021 24:51


    Danny Crelling (https://www.instagram.com/dannycrelling_photography/ (@dannycrelling_photography)), is a life-long Tacoma resident whose long expo photography captures the hearts of Tacomans. Besides being born and raised in the City of Destiny, Danny is a father, husband, and one of the dopest photographers from T-Town. He specializes in steel wool photography making his posts on Instagram an automatic double tap. What We Discuss with Danny Crelling: The best go-to spots to shoot the City of Destiny. His time of day preference for getting out and taking city shots. The best time of the year to shoot and how different seasons bring certain looks to photos. His dope reflection pic of the Tacoma Dome. The Tacoma Photographer community. Must have products if you're looking to get into photography. Where to find Danny Crelling: https://www.facebook.com/danny.crelling (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/dannycrelling_photography/ (Instagram ) Like this podcast? Please subscribe and leave us a review! Even a sentence helps! Drop your Instagram or Twitter handle and we will give you a shoutout on an upcoming episode. Website: https://www.tacomapodcast.com/ (TheTacomaPodcast.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetacomapodcast/ (@TheTacomaPodcast) Twitter: https://twitter.com/TacomaPodcast (@TheTacomaPodcast) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Tacoma-Podcast-100272585255960 (@TheTacomaPodcast) Support this podcast

    Undercover Billionaire comes to Tacoma

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2021 4:26


    Welcome to the first solo episode of The Tacoma Podcast, also known as the "Tacoma Chronicles." In this episode we discuss the Discovery Channel's reality TV Show, "https://www.thenewstribune.com/news/local/article247744980.html (Undercover Billionaire)," coming to the City of Destiny. Also give the community of Tacoma a huge shoutout being named the https://southsoundbiz.com/report-tacoma-among-most-generous-u-s-cities-of-2020/ (9th most generous city) in the US. Wrap things up with a quick update, the City of Tacoma will no longer be picking up recycling curbside. Like this episode? Please subscribe and leave us a review. Even a sentence helps! Drop your Instagram or Twitter handle and we will give you a shoutout! Website: https://www.tacomapodcast.com/ (TacomaPodcast.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetacomapodcast/ (@TheTacomaPodcast) Twitter: @TheTacomaPodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Tacoma-Podcast-100272585255960 (@TheTacomaPodcast) Support this podcast

    Starting an AirBnB Business with Kelvin Pfarr

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2021 32:52


    Kelvin Pfarr (https://www.instagram.com/pelvinkfarr/ (@pelvinkfarr)), is a Tacoma resident, father, husband, and airline employee who took his first step to being self-employed by starting two AirBnB businesses in 2020. What We Discuss with Kelvin Pfarr: What made him start an AirBnB business during a pandemic? What he looked for when purchasing a new property. Types of clients who have been booking stays. The craziest thing thats happened since becoming a host. Where to start if interested in starting an AirBNB. Short term rentals vs. long term rentals. Why he started a short term rental business. How you can utilize AirBNB to earn by not just renting out your home. Kelvin's Listings: https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/44697256?source_impression_id=p3_1611098346_yjxsgq9p6eF5ZYk1&guests=1&adults=1 (North End BNB ) https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/45579815?source_impression_id=p3_1611098405_fFj%2Fvn7hVYjEADkg&guests=1&adults=1 (Central Tacoma BNB) Like this podcast? Please subscribe and leave us a review! Even a sentence helps :). Drop your Instagram or Twitter handle and we will give you a shoutout! Website: https://www.tacomapodcast.com/ (TheTacomaPodcast.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetacomapodcast/ (@TheTacomaPodcast) Twitter: https://twitter.com/TacomaPodcast (@TheTacomaPodcast) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Tacoma-Podcast-100272585255960 (@TheTacomaPodcast) Support this podcast

    Welcome Tacomans!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2021 3:26


    Welcome to the first episode of The Tacoma Podcast! Wanted to introduce myself, Derrik Shockman, as your host. Very excited to bring to you a conversational podcast sharing the stories of Tacomans. We will mix in solo episodes on Tuesdays from time to time as well. My main goal is to showcase the people of the City of Destiny in hopes to motivate and inspire you to make Tacoma an even greater place to live. Appreciate you tuning in. Let's get it poppin! Website: https://www.tacomapodcast.com/ (TheTacomaPodcast.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetacomapodcast/ (@TheTacomaPodcast) Twitter: https://twitter.com/TacomaPodcast (@TheTacomaPodcast) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Tacoma-Podcast-100272585255960 (@TheTacomaPodcast) Support this podcast

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