Evan Paul: From Big Boy to Big Time – Life in Radio, Reinvention & Staying in the Game
When I joined Detroit’s Channel 955 in 2007 as Executive Producer of the morning show, one of the first people to welcome me was Evan Paul—then known as "Big Boy" on the night shift. At nearly 400 pounds, he was larger than life in every way, but what stood out more than his size was his kindness, work ethic, and passion for radio. Fast forward, and Evan is now the nationally syndicated host of Taste of Country Nights, heard on over 130+ country radio stations across the U.S.
During an interview with Evan, a year ago, Jelly Roll opened up about wanting to get healthier, and Evan shared the exact foods he eats and the mindset shift that helped him lose over 200 pounds. "As Evan put it, ‘You’ll start losing weight when you know it’s time—when you know, you know.’ Could Evan have sparked something in Jelly Roll? It sure sounds like it!
👉 In this episode, we go behind the mic to talk about:
✅ How to survive the unpredictable world of radio
✅ What it takes to land (and keep) a nationally syndicated show
✅ Why country music has the most loyal fans
✅ The reality of moving city to city for radio gigs
✅ How Evan lost 200+ pounds and reinvented his life
✅ Advice for radio hosts, podcasters, and content creators navigating industry changes
✅ His recent conversation with Jelly Roll—and how Evan may have inspired him to start his own weight loss journey!
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