The Legacy Lounge with Chris and Rene

Episode 68 is LIVE !In this episode, Chris and Rene sit down with Fred Wells to hear about his incredible legacy. Freddy Wells has spent a lifetime building legacies. Father of Tiffany, AJ and NBA player Jaylen Wells, he joins us to talk raising champions, family, and why the grind never stops.Tune into the full episode to hear all about Fred’s amazing story. 

Episode 67 of The Legacy Lounge is LIVE! Chris and Rene sit with Royce Clayton, former MLB shortstop of 17 seasons that was drafted by Chris’s favorite team in 1988, the San Francisco Giants. In this episode, Royce walks us through his journey grinding to the Majors, pursuing his MLB dream, as well as his life after the league where he now coaches and invests in the next generation. Tune into the full episode with Royce Clayton on all platforms now!

Episode 66 with Chris and Rene is LIVE! In this episode, Chris and Rene sit down with one of Sacramentos GREATEST Hip-Hop artists, C Plus. Such an honor to have true homegrown talent in The Lounge. In this episode, Chaz walks us through his upbringing, being raised by his mother, grandmother, and brother, all the way to now where he is one of the best rappers to come out of Sacramento. Tune into this incredible episode, available on all platforms now!

Chris and Rene give their monthly real estate update and share details of their recent deals as the market looks to be heating up. 

Episode 64 is LIVE! Chris and Rene sit with Kenneth “KJ” Johnston, CEO of KJ2 Productions to hear about how he started one of the biggest production agencies in Sacramento.In this episode, KJ tells his story of how he started KJ2 productions and his process in scaling it from the ground to where he is now, traveling all across the world to work on projects with major clients. Tune into the full episode, available on all platforms now! 

What a way to kick off the new year, we’re back in the Lounge with a special guest!In Episode 63, Chris and Rene sit down with Carlos Tejuco, a true heavyweight in the tech world. Carlos opens up about his early life, being raised by his father, and how his passing shaped the person he is today. He also walks us through his journey in tech from making moves at Facebook, Pinterest, and Reddit to his current role as Global Head of Business Development & Partnerships at Nextdoor.Episode 63 is live now on all platforms!

First Episode of the New Year is LIVE! Starting 2026 with a Real Estate Update. Chris and Rene detail the work they put in during the holidays and speak on their best start to the new year in over 3 years! At the end they also give their NFL first round predictions. Tune into the full episode on all platforms!

Honored to have Brett Lawton in The Lounge with us for episode 61!In this episode Brett, the President of Lawton Construction and Restoration, shares his journey taking over his father’s company and speaks on the lessons he’s learned throughout his career building his empire. Brett also touches on his nonprofit, Restoring Lives Foundation, that focuses on storm shelter, and infrastructure rehabilitation work for families impacted by disaster and housing insecurity!Tune into episode 61 on all platforms now! 

Chris and Rene give their November REAL ESTATE UPDATE and discuss the scope of the market as well as give their take on the proposed 50 year mortgage.  

So awesome to have our guest from episode 37, Glenn Thomas back in the lounge with us! It has been an entire year since Glenn has been in the lounge and in this episode, he gives us an overview on all the amazing things he has been up to since the last episode! 

Episode 59 featuring Lori Perez is LIVE! Lori is the head coach for the Sacramento State softball team. She has 25 years of experience with the program, as a player, assistant, and now head coach. Since taking over in 2014, she’s led the Hornets to a 305-268-2 record, a 122-71 mark in Big Sky play, and two conference titles (2018, 2023)Listen to the full episode to hear Lori’s story on all platforms! 

SOMETHING WRONG? TUNE INTO EPISODE 58 FEATURING ANH PHOONG. The LEGENDARY Anh Phoong dives into how she has built one of the most notorious brands in Northern California. In this episode, she opens up about the hustle, grind, and the story behind the spotlight, and breaks some major news about what’s next for her journey.Tune into Episode 58 with ANH PHOONG on all platforms now!

Episode 57 featuring Charley Phung is LIVE. Charley is the owner/founder of Chloé Cà Phê + Roastery. He is also the owner of The Drunken Dumpling and Capitol car club.  In this episode Charley goes into amazing detail about his upbringing. From facing hardship as a child to building an incredible empire with his various businesses. Tune into Episode 57 to hear Charley’s story and make sure to check out Chloé Cà Phê + Roastery located in Midtown Sacramento!

Real Estate Talks 7 is LIVE! Chris and Rene’s monthly real estate update is available on all platforms. In this episode both share their experience this past month and give their two cents on the direction of the real estate market. Tune in to Episode 56 now !

Episode 55 featuring Ernesto Delgado is LIVE! Ernesto is currently one of Sacramentos most prolific restaurateurs starting and owning restaurants such as Mayahuel, La Cosecha,  Mesa Mercado and many many more. In this episode, Ernesto shares his incredible story of how he became a restaurateur and entrepreneur here in Sacramento and details each of his amazing restaurants as well as his exciting future endeavors.Tune into episode 55, available on all platforms now! 

Such an honor to have 3 Legends in The Lounge for episode 54! In this episode, founder of ArteNOM Tequila and Don Amado Mezcal Jake Lustig and founder of Enelama Tequila Melanie Shelby join us once again and give us updates on their incredible stories and exciting new spirit releases. Additionally, we were graced with the opportunity to also have Oscar Vazquez Camarena, chemist and distiller for Enelama Tequila join us all the way from Mexico.Oscar is a chemist by trade and a visionary in the tequila world working with some of the most iconic tequila brands in the industry. Tune into Episode 54, available on all platforms now!

Episode 53 featuring Vince Murdock is LIVE! In this episode, we dive into the powerful story of Vince. Originally from Michigan, Vince made the move to Sacramento to chase his MMA dreams with Team Alpha Male. But his journey goes far beyond the cage. Vince is living with Moyamoya, a rare brain condition that affects blood flow to the brain.Despite the challenges, he’s become a voice of strength and hope, using his platform to uplift and inspire others facing similar battles. Vince is also an incredible cyclist and co brand owner of Enjoy Cycling Club and has competed in some of the most gnarly cycling events in the nation. Tune into episode 53 to hear more about Vince’s story

Very grateful to have Guss Armstead back in the Lounge with us. In this episode, Guss gifts us with incredible stories of his upbringing, family, and career. Tune into episode 52 to hear more about Guss' amazing story. 

Episode 50 of the Legacy Lounge is LIVE! The Legacy Lounge is back at Sac State with Joseth Dawson of Open Gym Live. Rene and Joseth sit down with two Sac State Basketball legends Derek Lambeth & Anthony Flood. In this episode, the 4 Sac State Basketball alum detail incredible stories of their experience at Sac State and share their opinion on the current program. Tune into this awesome episode, available on all platforms NOW! 

Real Estate Talks 6 is LIVE! Chris and Rene’s monthly real estate update is available on all platforms. In this episode both share their experience this past month and give their two cents on the direction of the real estate market. Tune in to Episode 49 now !

Episode 46 of the Legacy Lounge is LIVE! What a pleasure to have Julian, Veronica and Diego Cervantes - owners of Super Taco - In the Lounge with us. In this episode, Julian and Veronica walk us through the story of how they met, created Super taco and share what their vision is for the Restaurant in the future with the leadership of their sons. 

Real Estate talks episode 5 is NOW LIVEChris and Rene give their monthly Real Estate update about how the market is looking and deals they have on the table. 

Episode 44 of The Legacy Lounge featuring Derek Teel is LIVE! Truly an honor to have had Derek in the Lounge with us. In this episode, cyclist, entrepreneur, and coach Derek Teel shares his truly inspiring journey. He discusses everything from his introduction to cycling and conquering 60,000 feet of elevation in a single day to surviving a life-threatening experience, all the way to his ongoing drive to grow and reach his full potential.

Episode 43 of the Legacy Lounge is Live! Chris and Rene give us their monthly real estate update where they give us a temperature check of the market as well as talk about transactions they’ve closed and those on the horizon. 

Episode 42 of The Legacy Lounge featuring Brennan Marion is LIVE!It’s truly an honor to welcome the new Head Coach of @sacstatefb to The Lounge!In this episode, Brennan shares his incredibly inspiring journey— from growing up in Pittsburgh, to excelling on the field in high school and college, to overcoming an injury-plagued NFL career, and now coaching, where he continues to make a lasting impact on the next generation of student-athletes.Tune in to episode 42, available on all platforms now!#thelegacylounge #podcast #studio #episode42 #brennanmarion #sacstate #football #nfl #texas #pittsburgh #collegefootball #business #realestate #broker #brokerage #family #inspiring #headcoach #motivation #discipline

Episode 41 of The Legacy Lounge is Live! In this episode, Chris and Rene give us an update on the real estate market including some insight from some of their recent interactions with their clients. 

Episode 40 of the Legacy Lounge featuring Lexy Jacques is LIVE! Lexy Jacques is a softball phenom from Inderkum High School who has just committed to Concordia University Irvine. Not only is this a special episode because of the fact that Lexy is the first High School athlete that we have had the honor of having in The Lounge, but Lexy is also Rene’s daughter! In this episode, Lexy shares her incredible story of her upbringing as well as how she has persevered through mental and physical set backs that have allowed her to complete at the highest level. Tune into Episode 40, available on all platforms now! 

Episode 39 of the Legacy Lounge Featuring Andy Donald is Live! Andy is the President and CEO of Jackson Temple Spirits, Hornbrook Gin, and Agave de Codorniz (California-grown tequila).In this episode, Andy walks us through his journey in the entrepreneurial world so far, Including, how he got into the spirits world until now where he is boldly pursuing California-grown Tequila! Tune into Episode 39, available on all platforms now!

Episode 38 of The Legacy Lounge featuring Tucky Blunt is LIVE! In this episode, Tucky Blunt, founder of Blunts and Moore and ATBJr consulting shares the story of his upbringing, and ultimately how he was able to open the first ever outdoor weed consumption lounge in Oakland. Tucky also shares some of the challenges he has faced, especially during the riots that took place in Oakland but also sheds some light on what he expects to accomplish in the near future. Listen to Episode 38 to learn all about Tucky, available on all platforms now!

Episode 37 of The Legacy Lounge with Chris and Rene featuring Glenn Thomas is Live! In this Episode, Founder and CEO of John Lee Hooker Legacy Spirits, Glenn Thomas shares some incredible stories with us; from his upbringing in Oakland, to his relationship with his grandfather, legendary Blues musician John Lee Hooker, all the way to now, where he is on his entrepreneurial journey furthering his grandfathers legacy with his spirits company. Tune into Episode 37 to hear about the incredible life and journey of Glenn Thomas. On all platforms now!

Episode 36 of the Legacy Lounge featuring Scott Moak is LIVE!Truly an honor it was to have Sacramento Legend Scott Moak in the Lounge with us. In this episode, Scott shares with us his background and his journey that resulted in him becoming the announcer for the Sacramento Kings. Tune into episode 36 to learn all about Scott Moak on all platforms now !

Episode 35 of The Legacy Lounge with Chris and Rene is Live! In this episode, Chris and Rene give us an update on what they’re seeing in the real estate market as well as some insight on some recent developments with their clients. 

Episode 34 of The Legacy Lounge featuring Mike Ochoa is Live! Mike is a Licensed Physical Therapist and a Board Certified Geriatric Clinical Specialist (GCS) as well as a CrossFit coach, husband and father.In this episode Mike dives into how he got into physical therapy as well as creating content on YouTube that has turned into an incredible community with over 25k followers. Tune into episode 34, available on all plaftforms now

Episode 33 of The Legacy Lounge featuring Jason Ornellas is LIVE! Jason is an engineer, content creator and an executive of the @rivercitywhiskysociety. In this episode, Chris, Rene and Jason dive into conversations about whisky, cigars, bbq and how he has built such an impressive following on social media. Tune in to Episode 33, available on all platforms now!

Episode 32 Featuring Ali Cepeda is now LIVE! Truly an honor to have Ali in the Lounge with us. Ali Cepeda is the youngest son of MLB Hall of Famer Orlando Cepeda. Ali continues to carry on his father’s LEGACY through his generosity and passion for youth baseball through Cepeda Sports academy, where they go above and beyond, holding an annual tournament in the Dominican Republic, giving athletes an opportunity to showcase their skills. In this episode, Ali shares stories of the incredible man his father Orlando was, and the impact that his legacy continues to have on many. 

Episode 31 featuring Dino Rosetti is Live! Dino is the Co-Founder and Head coach at UBP (Ultimate Business Partners) where he trains some of the most successful Realtors and Lenders in the nation. Additionally, Dino works at Golden Bay Mortgage where he leads Training and Team Development. In this episode, Dino shares his journey to guiding various successful business owners reach their potential and even gives Chris and Rene insight of how they can elevate their lives in business. Listen to Episode 31, available on all platforms now! 

Episode 30 is Live! This special episode features Cam Villa. Cam who is Rene’s business partner and co-ceo of Golden Bay Mortgage has been in the loan industry for over 20 years. In this episode, Cam shares his story of getting into the real estate industry and gives his insight on the decisions recently made by the federal reserve to lower interest rates. Episode 30 is available on all platforms now! 

Episode 29 featuring Nick Rado is now LIVE!What an honor it was to have our first international guest, Nick Rado in the Lounge with us. Nick is a Comedian from New Zealand, who has taken his talents all over the world. Nick stands out in the comedy world as a six-time winner of the Best Comedy MC title at the NZ Comedy Guild Awards and as the Best Male Comedian of 2019. He has also racked up numerous other accolades in broadcasting, executive production and podcasting.In this episode, Nick shares his amazing story of how he has made comedy a career for the past 19 years.Tune into episode 29, available on all platforms NOW!

Episode 28 featuring Tesh Diyal is NOW live! Tesh is a level 2 sommelier with over a decade of of experience in some of the top restaurants in sacramento! Full podcast is available on all platforms now! 

Episode 27 of the Legacy Lounge featuring Kyle Lawson is NOW LIVE! Kyle Lawson is an entrepreneur, mix martial arts instructor, artist and father.In this episode, Kyle shares his incredible testimony of battling addiction, living on the streets of San Francisco, to becoming the incredible  businessman, teacher, and father that he is today. Listen to all of Episode 27, available on all platforms now!

Episode 26 featuring Rob Archie is NOW LIVE! What an honor it was to have Rob, one of Sacramento’s most successful restaurateur and entrepreneur in the Lounge this week. Rob is the owner of @urbanrootsbeer, @pangea, @bawk, Cervecería at The Shack, and The Roost. In this episode, Rob goes into detail about the ideas and execution of each of his establishments and shares his amazing insight on how to be successful with a heart of gratitude. Tune into Episode 26, available now on all platforms! 

Episode 25 is now live! What an honor to have @coachviliami in the Lounge for a SECOND time! In this episode, Coach V updates us about everything going on in his life since the last time we had him on for episode 4! His projects range from local youth athletic programs with @invictusyouthfoundation all the way to his global leadership events. Listen to Episode 25, available on all platforms now! 

Episode 24 featuring Pastor Bob Balian, is now live!Pastor Bob is the founding and lead pastor at @midtownchurch as well as the current Chaplain for the @sacrametokings. Bob is also a UCLA alum with a degree in economics. In this episode, Bob shares amazing stories from starting a church to leading a congregation of over 10,000 people; as well as teaching some of the best professional athletes in the world. Tune in to Episode 24, to hear about Pastor Bobs amazing story, available now! 

Episode 23 featuring Ro Nayyar, is now live!Ro, is an entrepreneur, businessman and owner of Roco Wine and Spirits in West Sacramento! In this episode, Ro shares his journey of how he built not only his brand, but how he’s also building his legacy. From moving from India to the United States early in his life and working hard to now owning a successful wine and spirits shop, Ro’s story embodies everything that The Legacy Lounge hopes to highlight and share. Tune in to Episode 23, available now!

Episode 22 of The Legacy Lounge is LIVE! This episode features Melanie Shelby; founder of Enelalma, an additive free tequila crafted by Mexican hands in the Los Altos region of Jalisco, Mexico. In this Episode, Melanie shares her background with us, including her upbringing right here in Sacramento, to where she is now, a successful entrepreneur with a promising product on the rise! Tune in to Episode 22, available on all listening platforms now!

Episode 21 of The Legacy Lounge featuring Turner Sparks is Now Live! Turner Sparks is a professionally touring comedian from Sacramento who currently resides in Brooklyn, New York. Turner has toured all over the country and will begin “The Grow up Tour” on May, 18th and will make his way to Sacramento on September 14th! In this episode, Turner shares his background before comedy from his time at the University of Miami and starting up an ice cream truck business in China all the way to today where he is touring full time as a comedian. Listen to Episode 21 to hear all about Turners story, available now on all streaming platforms. (To learn more about Turner visit his website https://www.turnersparks.com/)

Episode 20 is LIVE! What a pleasure it was to have @sirlancewoods in the lounge with us! Comedian, Actor and Mayor of COUGARVILLE, Sir Lance Woods is beloved for his charisma and quick wittedness. Born in San Francisco and raised in Sacramento, Sir Lance Woods found his love for comedy when his mom volunteered him to do an impression of their pastor during Sunday Service. In this episode, @Sirlancewoods dives deep into how he started in comedy, how his journey has been touring and starring in films as well as what is on the horizon for his career. Listen to episode 20 NOW, on all streaming platforms!