In Episode 41 of the Welcome to Grass Valley Podcast, Ryan navigates a whirlwind of emotions as he celebrates being featured on the front page of The Union newspaper while simultaneously grappling with the cold, harsh reality of an upcoming two-year prison sentence. Amidst the high anxiety of being separated from his children and his home, Ryan issues an urgent plea to the community to help find safe, temporary homes for his beloved dogs—Niner, Patty, and Nova—and his parakeets, Bluey and Clover, so they can be reunited upon his release. Guest Matt Collins of Mountain Insulation joins the conversation to discuss his own journey of sobriety and the success of his new business, highlighting the podcast's mission of positivity and recovery The duo also shares contrasting stories of recent interactions with law enforcement, emphasizing the importance of integrity and shaking hands within the community. Looking ahead, Ryan outlines how Max Hudek and Nathaniel Redmond will keep the podcast going while he's away, including his plans to "run the podcast from prison" through call-ins. The episode concludes with an invitation to a farewell barbecue and group photo shoot at Condon Park and a symbolic flyover by a Red Tail Hawk, offering a final moment of reflection on honor and connection.