Clay is back! After a one year break, Chef Clay returns with a special episode featuring three incredible guests. Joining him is producer of the show and owner of Nevermore Records, Paul Ward, who also partnered with Clay to launch the chef crafted Pup Pantry meal prep line at El Paso Barks & Rec. Also in the studio is fellow chef and hip hop artist Joshua Powers, along with influencer and entrepreneur Gabriella Rico. Together they catch up on life, business, creativity, and the journeys that have brought them to where they are today. It's the perfect way to kick off a brand new chapter of the podcast.

On this episode of Grind2Hard, host Chef Clay welcomes back fan-favorite guest Ricky Savage for his third appearance. Fresh off a major win in the cage, Ricky opens up about the real-life struggles and triumphs of balancing life as a pro MMA fighter and business owner. Clay and Ricky dive into the mindset it takes to keep pushing forward when the pressure’s on. And with this possibly being the finale of Grind2Hard, Clay reflects on the journey so far and hints at what might be next. Whether it’s goodbye or just a break, this episode is raw, real, and full of heart.

On this episode of Grind2Hard, host Chef Clay chops it up with local entrepreneur and business owner Justin Kaufman, a guy who knows firsthand what it means to hustle. They get real about the ups and downs of building a business, the failures that taught him the biggest lessons, and the wins that make it all worth it. Justin also shares his deep love for dogs and how it’s driving him to start a rescue; because success isn’t just about business, it’s about giving back. Right now, he’s in full grind mode, working 18-hour days, 7 days a week, because he knows greatness doesn’t come easy. This one’s all about passion, perseverance, and pushing through; don’t miss it!