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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…
Episodes
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NFL Loyalty, Trades, and High School Redemption
Carl Lee, Hollis Lewis, and Lisa Otey dig into football loyalty—how fans choose their teams, and how trades like the Herschel Walker deal reshape franchises…
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Coach Pat Kirkland, Dr. Jaclyn Swayne on Let's Talk with Carl Lee, with Lisa Otey and Hollis Lewis
Coach Pat Kirkland, Special Teams Coordinator and Defensive Assistant Coach for the West Virginia Mountaineers drops by to talk about coaching special teams…
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The High School NIL with Attorney Paul Saluja - Hosted by Carl Lee, Hollis Lewis, and Lisa Otey
Attorney Paul Saluja joins Carl Lee, Hollis Lewis, and Lisa Otey in studio to talk about the hot button issue in West Virginia sports this year: Name, Image…
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Charleston Distance Run - A talk with Victoria Barksdale and Sissy Laing - With hosts Carl Lee and Lisa Otey
Hosts Carl Lee and Lisa Otey talk about the history and running of the Charleston Distance Run with Victoria Barksdale and Sissy Laing, Carl's sister. Plus…
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Hall of Fame Inductee Sterling Sharpe with Carl Lee, Hollis Lewis, and Lisa Otey
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…
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All Things FOOTBALL on Let's Talk with Carl Lee, Hollis Lewis, and Lisa Otey
Carl Lee, Lisa Otey, and Hollis Lewis talk football this episode, looking at several topics around the game. The discussion begins locally, discussing youth…
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The Face of the Game: Clark, Contracts, and Community Coaching
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…
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Let's Talk with Carl Lee, with Co-Host Lisa Otey - TBT Coaches Edition, featuring Ot Elmore and Jarrod West
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…
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Zone Vision: Dante Culpepper on Leadership, Legacy, and Life After Football
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…
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Let's Talk with Carl Lee featuring Boxing Legend Christy Martin
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…
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Heat, Hits, and Humility: Let's Talk with Carl Lee & Lisa Otey
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…
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An Hour with NFL Hall of Famer Sterling Sharpe
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…
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Jay Jordan’s Juneteenth Freedom Ride, NCAA’s $20M Pay Cap & NIL Oversight, Rodgers’ Steelers Gamble & Fire-Hose Fiasco
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…
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Pat Carter on Golf and Grit, Plus Tough Talk on Accountability and Change
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…
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From Pineville to the Pros: Curt Warner on Legacy, Lessons, and Loyalty
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…
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Grit, Goals, and Going Pro: Candace Morris & Mayor Amy Goodwin Join Let's Talk
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…
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Brotherhood, Bump-and-Run, and the Business of Football: A Vikings Secondary Reunion
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…
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Seven Rounds and a Dream: Chris Reed's Baseball Story
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…
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Draft Day Fallout, Shifting Offenses, and the Shilo Sanders Saga
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…
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Championship Mindsets, WNBA Growth, and Two-Way Dreams: Alexis Hornbuckle Joins Let's Talk
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…
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Agents, Athletes & the NCAA: Who Really Runs the Game?
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…
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Class, Contracts & Controversy: Rewriting the Playbook for West Virginia Sports
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…
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The Price of the Game: NIL, College Sports, and Who Really Wins
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…
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Championship Insights & WVU's NCAA Tournament Snub Controversy
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…
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The Next Generation of Athletes, LeBron vs. Stephen A., and the Evolution of College Sports
On this episode of Let's Talk with Carl Lee, Carl, Hollis, and Lisa tackle major shifts in college sports, rising athletic stars, and the ongoing debate around…
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The NIL Impact & College Sports Revolution
On this episode of Let's Talk with Carl Lee, Carl, Lisa Otey, and Hollis Lewis dive into the rapidly changing landscape of college sports. They tackle the…
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The Evolution of Sports: Leadership, Coaching, and Competitiveness
On this episode of Let’s Talk with Carl Lee, Carl, Hollis Lewis, and Lisa Otey tackle the evolving state of sports leadership, coaching, and competitiveness…
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The GOAT Debate, Aaron Rodgers' Future, and the All-Star Game Struggles
In this episode of Let's Talk, Carl Lee, Hollis Lewis, and Lisa Otey dive into some of the biggest sports topics of the week. First up, they debate Aaron…
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Super Bowl Shockwaves, Pat White’s Return, and the State of High School Football
Carl Lee, Hollis Lewis, and Lisa Otey break down the Super Bowl’s shocking outcome, discussing how Philly’s defense dismantled Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs…
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Blockbuster NBA Trade, Super Bowl Predictions, and the Future of the Pro Bowl
In this episode of Let's Talk, Carl Lee, Lisa Otey, and Hollis Lewis break down one of the most shocking NBA trades in recent history—Luka Dončić to the…
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Jimmy Butler’s Attitude, NBA’s Ratings Decline, and Super Bowl Strategy
This week on Let's Talk, Carl Lee, Lisa Otey, and Hollis Lewis dive into the controversy surrounding Jimmy Butler—his behavior, contract disputes, and what it…
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Helmet Throws, Hall of Fame Snubs, and the Business of Sports Gambling
This week on Let's Talk, Carl, Hollis, and Lisa dive into the week's hottest sports debates. The trio starts by dissecting the Chris Boyd controversy—his…
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The Future of Quarterbacks: From Sam Darnold to Shedeur Sanders
On this week's Let’s Talk, Carl, Hollis, and Lisa dive deep into the ever-changing world of quarterbacks at every level of football. They start with an…
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High School Transfers, NBA Challenges, and Football’s Evolution
This week on Let’s Talk, Carl, Hollis, and Lisa kick off the show with a roundtable discussion on the recent legislative debates surrounding high school sports…
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NIL Chaos, Officiating Overload, and Collegiate Sports in Flux
On this episode of Let's Talk, Carl, Hollis, and Lisa dive into the chaos surrounding NIL agreements and their impact on collegiate sports. They explore how…
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Marshall’s Bowl Game Fallout, NIL Chaos, and Paying High School Players
This week on Let’s Talk, Carl, Hollis, and Lisa dive into Marshall’s inability to play in its bowl game due to a lack of players, many lost to the transfer…
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Randy Moss, WVU Football, Marshall's Coaching Shakeup and Gambling
This week on Let’s Talk, Carl and "The Football Queen" Lisa Otey take the helm to discuss Randy Moss and his recent health announcement, reflecting on his…
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Marshall Football, Sports Tempers, and the Future of NIL at Smaller Schools
This week on Let's Talk, Carl, Lisa, and Hollis dive deep into the tenure of Marshall Football’s Coach Charles Huff, discussing the uncertainty surrounding his…
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Marshall's Coach Huff, WV High School Playoff Fights, and Officiating Issues
This week on Let's Talk, Carl, Hollis, and Lisa kick things off with a deep dive into Marshall Football and the courtship of Coach Charles Huff by other teams…
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WVSSAC Playoff Resolution and the State of WVU & Marshall Football Programs
This week on Let's Talk, Carl, Hollis Lewis, and Lisa Otey delve into the recent Supreme Court ruling favoring the WVSSAC's original football ratings plan…
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WVSSAC Postseason Turmoil: Points System Flaws and Charleston's Hosting Challenges
In this episode of Let's Talk, Carl, Hollis, and Lisa delve into the ongoing controversies surrounding the West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission…
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Youth Sports, Social Media, and Quarterback Challenges: A Panel Discussion
This week on Let's Talk, Carl, Hollis, and Lisa dive into the evolving dynamics of youth sports, examining the balance between fun and competitiveness. They…
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Youth Football, Travel Sports, and the Parent-Athlete Dynamic with Lisa Otey
This week on Let's Talk, Carl and Hollis welcome the "Football Queen" Lisa Otey to the show. Lisa, who co-hosted Carl’s first radio program and was a part of…
Let's Talk with Carl LeeA Legacy of Leadership: Earl Monroe's Impact on WVSU Football
This week on Let's Talk, Carl goes solo and sits down with Earl Monroe, a former football player at the University of Miami and a pivotal figure in the history…
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Friendships, Power Plays, and the NIL Effect on College Football
This week, Carl and Hollis revisit some of their recent discussions and update ongoing stories. The duo reminisce about old friendships from their playing…
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Homecoming Games, Heisman Hype, Colorado's Travis Hunter and the Legacy of Two-Way Stars
This week, Carl and Hollis tackle the tradition and significance of homecoming games at every level of football, exploring what makes these games special and…
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UNLV Sluka's NIL Fallout, Brett Favre, and the physical attrition of a long football career
Carl and Hollis are back this week discussing UNLV QB Matthew Sluka's decision to redshirt and enter the transfer portal, citing dissatisfaction with his NIL…
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Concussions, Massive Underdogs, and WVU + Marshall Recruiting Struggles
This week on Let's Talk, Carl and Hollis dive into the critical issue of concussions, using Tua Tagovailoa's high-profile injury as a launching point. They…
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Football Kickoff: NIL, Transfers, and High School Reclassification
This week, Carl and Hollis dive into the first full weekend of college football, breaking down WVU and Marshall's performances. They also explore Clemson's…
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High School Football and Media Relations
On this episode of Let's Talk, Carl Lee sits down with Charleston Gazette-Mail columnist Taylor Kennedy to delve into the world of high school football. They…
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Coaching Youth Football with coaches James Kinder and Fred Waldron
On today's Let's Talk, Carl Lee goes solo to revisit the world of youth football. He is joined by South Charleston youth coaches James Kinder and Fred Waldron…
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West Virginia High School Football's New Landscape and Olympic Reflections
This week on Let's Talk, Carl and Hollis dive into the newly expanded four-class system in West Virginia high school sports, now including football. They…
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Media Portrayals, Youth Scouting, and Pro Athlete Expectations
This week on Let's Talk, Carl and Hollis dive into the media's role in portraying athletes. Carl shares a personal story from his time in Minnesota where…
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Training Camp Realities and 2024 Summer Olympic Favorites
This week on Let's Talk, Carl and Hollis dive into the reality of football training camps. They discuss what it takes to succeed, offering a snapshot of…
Let's Talk with Carl LeeCharting Success: A Conversation with Vikings Great Henry Thomas
This week on Let's Talk, Carl goes solo to welcome his former teammate and Viking great, Henry Thomas. The former defensive duo discuss what it takes to…
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Diminishing Black Participation in Baseball and Defining Greatness in Sports
On this week's Let's Talk, Carl and Hollis welcome Tyrone Hall, a former standout all-state baseball player, to discuss the diminishing participation of Black…
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Empowering Youth Sports: Insights from Candice Morris and Chris Kessell
On this week's Let's Talk, Carl and Hollis welcome two incredible guests who are making a significant impact in the world of youth sports. First, they sit down…
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Charter School Sports and Elite Basketball: A Conversation with Jonathan Frazier
On this week's Let's Talk, Carl and Hollis welcome special guest Jonathan Frazier to delve into the world of charter school sports and elite basketball…
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Legacies and Legends: Honoring Willie Mays and Jerry West
On this week's Let's Talk, Carl is back in West Virginia after camps and golf in the thawed tundra of the north. Hollis rejoins him for a dynamic episode where…
Let's Talk with Carl LeeBreaking Barriers: Kayla Ross's Journey in Women's Professional Football
Join Carl on this week's Let's Talk, broadcasting from Minnesota, as he welcomes Kayla Ross, a standout athlete in her second season playing professional…