Tale of the tape
The racers
The Storyteller
Niko Galvez, aka Niko From Chino, brings Chilean pride, Las Vegas entertainment energy, and experience on Emmy Award winning productions, movies, live events and award shows. Alongside his wife Stephanie he co-founded NEG Media Pro and co-hosts The Local Talent Podcast, where they turn powerful experiences into unforgettable stories.
The Soldier
JR Cruz brings 20 years of Army discipline, four combat tours, farm-boy toughness, and Just Cruz’n, the unfiltered podcast he co-hosts with his wife Jazmine.
The matchup
The Storyteller against The Soldier. JR’s swimmers were built to follow orders. Niko’s were made to perform when the cameras start rolling. Two husbands, two podcasters, one finish line, and only one winner.
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