NYCTalking Podcast

I am joined by Doug Kari, author of the true crime book, The Berman Murders. Listen in as we talk about that, plus some other horrible crimes that he's covered. We also talk about life. Tune in.

I am joined by MD and author Dr Paul Corona. On this episode he shares with us his medical approach known as the Corona Protocol. Listen in as he details his process in helping people live a happier and healthier life. This was round two as I lost our first interview.

I am joined by Writer, Journalist, Editor, and 75 year old Fitness Enthusiast Marilynn Larkin. Marilynn competes in bodybuilding, she coaches people and is living with and kicking cancer's ass!

On this episode, I’m flying solo and discussing how some meds I was put on brought out the worst traits in me. I couldn’t believe how horrible I felt and the terrible thoughts I had. Listen in to hear more.

Join me on this very entertaining episode with actor Franky Huerta as we talk about the process of film making, how he became an actor, Latino History, and whole bunch of really cool random facts that Franky shares as a self proclaimed history buff.

I am joined by the lovely, multitalented performer Jillian Shea Spaeder. In one of her many projects, she acted in and provided music for the Disney film "Godmothered." She has a film coming out and today she speaks with us about that, her battles with eating disorders, her process for acting and much more.

On this episode I am joined by "The Baxters" star Josh Plasse. We talk about film, TV, growing up with a Navy Seal dad, boxing and much more. Tune in and have a listen!

On this episode we speak with comedian Mike Glazer. He has a new special on youtube called "Life Rules" and it is absolutely hilarious. Mike and I speak about comedy and all manner of mental health as well as a host of other things. I truly enjoyed this interview and it has fast become one of my favs. Please have a listen and enjoy!

I don't often do this, but I simply couldn't tolerate the disrespect. I unfriended someone for enabling their partner to attack and disrespect without cause. It would be different if I deserved it, I wouldn't be happy, but I would take what's coming to me. But this was unwarranted.

Next, we ask the question, what would you do if a huge celebrity tried to get with your lady while you were there? As far as I'm concerned, I'd treat it exactly the same way I would if an average Joe tried to pick up my lady. Well, what would you do if she actually said, "It's okay, I'd love to make friends" and offered her number?

Finally, a quick update on my struggles with physical and mental health. Culminating with the powerful message: NEVER GIVE UP!

I am joined by Sydney Brett. Sydney is a model and an activist against bullying and runs a non-profit that seeks to educate kids about the same. Please join us and listen in on our conversation. I apologize for my audio, I made a mistake with my mic. I edited this episode so Sydney does most of the talking.

This is by far one of my favorites interviews to date. From the very start of the episode, I felt like I knew Danielle. The conversation flowed organically and it was a great time. Danielle is an actress, business owner, coach and a super cool mom. We talk about her work with JLo, Bosch and much more. Her little boy, Benson also has the acting bug and can be seen on Netflix Griselda with Sofia Vergara. Check this episode out, it was a blast.

Comedian Felicia Madison joins us to talk about her journey in the comedy circuit, mental health, her new youtube special and so much more! Check it out!

Marvel Entertainment Post-Thanos Arc: Marvel's content post-Thanos arc seems to lack the compelling build-up and excitement that characterized the earlier phase. While the current movies and series are decent, they don't quite capture the same level of engagement and anticipation that we experienced during the Thanos storyline. Personal Experiences with Anxiety: With the onset of the New Year, I've been grappling with anxiety, a challenging new journey for me. In navigating this, I've experimented with various medications to find what works best. I'd like to share my experiences and thoughts on this personal journey. Experience with Crisis Hotline: During a particularly tough period, before I had medication and was struggling with sleeplessness, I reached out to a crisis hotline for support. Unfortunately, my interaction with one of the hotline staff members was surprisingly unkind, which was disheartening, especially in such a vulnerable situation. Lack of Support for Air Force Reservists: As a reservist, the transition back to civilian life after boot camp brings to light a significant gap in support from the Air Force, particularly in areas like mental health. This lack of support raises questions about the benefits and recognition reservists receive, considering the sacrifices they are willing to make. Issue with Monroe College's Email Policy: Despite graduating from Monroe College with high honors, I've encountered resistance from their IT department in issuing a professional email address. Their reasoning about maintenance challenges doesn't align with my experience as an IT professional, where creating and managing email accounts is a straightforward task. This policy seems unreasonable, especially given the minimal resources required for such services. Jackie Chan's Interaction with a Fan: As a long-time admirer of Jackie Chan, I was disappointed by our interaction as a fan, where he seemed dismissive and would not engage with me. While I remain a fan of his work, this incident has somewhat altered my view of him.

Once again, one of my favs joins the NYCTalking Podcast. Mars Cross joins us and we talk about all kinds of relationships, coming out of the closet, and more. Tune in for our silly yet informative banter.

The NYCTalking Podcast is back! This time with author, facilitator, and Yoga instructor, Neelu Kaur. I love my conversations with Neelu because they make me a better version of myself. Join us as we discuss her new book "Be your own cheerleader," Tiktok videos, mental health, and more.

On this episode I am joined by the lead singer of Tripping Jupiter, Madstone Rowan. Madstone and I discuss music, creativity, energy as well as LGBTQ+ issues. Join me for this great conversation.

On today's episode I am joined by the man who performed a vasectomy on me. This dude has seen and snipped my most intimate body parts. Join us as he talks about vasectomy, sperm mapping, erectile dysfunction and how his practice has helped thousands of men have children as well as a healthy and great sex life!

Her cute looks got me into the class, her exceptional skills and great playlist kept me in the class.  Meet the lovely Giovanna Amvrosiatos. Giovanna is currently a Zumba Presenter most recently seen on ZIN volume 103.  For those of you who don’t know, that’s where most instructors around the globe get their choreography from. In the Zumba world, it’s kind of a really, really, big deal. Having met Giovanna years ago, it makes me very happy to see her rise up the Zumba ranks and become a full blown Zumba presenter. Thousands and thousands of people are learning from and using her original choreo! Dude, that’s crazy!  If you are a Zumba instructor, aside from owning the company like Beto, this is as huge as you can get, and our local Kew Gardens instructor made it there! That’s just amazing. Get to know Giovanna and listen to her amazing story here!

Join us for episode 91 of The NYCTalking Podcast. On this episode Angel will discuss some of the downfalls he's experienced with our gun buyback programs. He'll also touch on whether or not a man should ever risk penis enlargement surgery. We talk about the "film a gym creep trend" that is all over the interwebs. We cover stem cells and how this treatment is only for the rich and powerful. Finally, we cover a few tv shows, talk some DC, Marvel and other entertainment news.

Meet retired Officer Vic Ferrari. Bronx Native, Vic Ferrari has taken on a new career as a book author. He's joining us to promote his NYPD themed books where he shares hilarious stories of what it is like being a NYPD police officer. We spoke about the current state of NYC, his long career in the NYPD, his books and much more. Join me for this entertaining conversation.

This episode is for the safety minded jujitsu players out there. Actually, it is for anyone who does some form of physical sport and would like to prevent or heal an injury. Dr. Diana Wang of Open Mat Physio joins us to talk about longevity in this sport, injury prevention, mindset and so much more! Join us to hear from this purely BJJ dedicated wellness coach. Learn more at Openmatphysio.com

Mars Cross makes her triumphant return to NYCTalking. On this episode we talk about how we deal with life, the ego, shadow work and much more! Check it out and welcome Mars Cross!

NYC is starting to feel like it did back in the 80s. You have rampant drug use, random attacks, motorcycle riding thieves, subway slashers, mentally ill homeless people wreaking havoc, and so much more happening. Meanwhile, the DA released a man who put another in a coma and Eric Adams is worried about making Times Square a gun free zone. Let's explore that.

I never got to apologize for this. But I am sorry.

When I was younger, I sometimes went off the beaten path. This wasn't always a smart thing to do. Listen to learn why.

On this episode we ask the question, "Would you help someone being attacked?" Listen to my thoughts and how I've approached this in life.

The Bronx and I have a storied history. From caved in building walls to being used as a human shield. Have a listen for some of my tale!

They said when you get older, you won't care about sex as much. They were wrong.

I'm a Zumba instructor, a pretty damn good one. I pack all my classes every single week! So let's talk about my favorite Zumba rhythm!

This homeless guy pulled the emergency brakes to cause delays!

Come with me on a trip to one of THE, if not THE greatest heartbreak I have ever suffered.

I can't imagine what kind of person could steal another's pet. To me, it's equivalent to a family member. Let's discuss this dog stealing situation.

You don't have to be the best at anything to be great at something? What? We all have self doubt and moments of uncertaintly, especially instructors like myself. Listen in for some advice on how to get past that.

This guy tried to hit on my girlfriend at the bodega. What was he thinking?

There are no spoilers in this episode. But I think we all know that Eddie Munsen is accused of murder. I demand that on Season 5 of Stranger Things, his name is cleared.

From the blog presents surviving winter while poor in Bronx, NYC.

From the blog, let's talk about what we would do if someone slapped our girlfriend's butt.

NYCTalking's latest segment, "From the blog." Here I will share blog posts and sometimes expand on the ideas presented there. On this one we'll talk about what it is like living in America as a white passing Latino.

NYCTalking's latest segment, "From the blog." Here I will share blog posts and sometimes expand on the ideas present there. On this one we'll talk about what it is really like living in NYC.

On this episode I will talk about a topic I try to stay away from because it's so sensitive. I share a few of my thoughts on suicide and how I've survived all these years despite what I believe is some form of depression mixed with suicidal tendencies. We also talk about how to stay healthy with exercise, coping with regret and trying to be present in the moment.

I have always been an all or nothing type of person when it comes to training. That's why I fluctuate between the extremes of really fit or really fat. It is very hard for me to see anything but black and white when it comes to this space. The grey area is very difficult for me to find. However, I work hard everyday to try and find it. Here are the latest steps I've taken on that journey to equilibrium.

For some reason, today I remember how a “friend” told me, “Hey Angel, you are strong, you are alright” as she completely dismissed my feelings and the stuff I was going through. It was so cold and truly hurt me. In my eyes, this person went from someone who was very important, to someone I once knew.

Listen in as your host Angel talks about one of the struggles of being a Zumba instructor. We all love to get and dance to new zumba songs and choreography, but is it as simple as picking a song and bringing it to class? Let's find out in this epic rant!

I didn't want to let the year end without doing an end of year episode. I'm still recovering from being sick, so this is a quickie, but have a listen!

Did y'all notice how silent the media has been about the Ethan Crumbley Michigan school shootings? Are we so used to it that it's no longer even newsworthy? Let's chat about that school shooting and Darryl Brooke, the guy who killed a bunch of people with his car in Wisconsin.

Over the years, at one point or another I have considered cosmetic surgery. I am human after all. I've witnessed quite a few friends do these types of surgeries with zero complications. However, I personally know of at least two people who actually lost their lives because of it. At the end of the day, for myself, I felt that the dangers associated with cosmetic surgery were not worth the potential benefits. In this episode, let's do a deep dive into this topic.

On this episode I discuss a point that the Godfather, Vito Corleone made in the very first scene of the very first movie. "You never invited me over to your home for coffee." Should we invite people to our homes as a show of love, etc? Let's talk about that and more on this episode.

I walk my dog every single day. For the most part my interactions while walking her are pleasant. But sometimes people have human expectations from my dog and then things get awkward. I candidly explore that dynamic.

So for only the second time in NYC history, we have elected a black man as NYC mayor. Perhaps you wonder why we make a big deal of this or why we mention his race so often and it is quite simple really. The fact that it is only the second time is in and of itself my response to you. It is very rare occurrence and that should speak volumes as to why we emphasize it. In any case, I wish Eric Adams much success in his new role as mayor. His success is our success. I voted for Adams because I believed he was the candidate that was most balanced and likely to restore order here in NYC in a way that is fair to all parties involved.

On this episode of the NYCTalking podcast, I am confronted with the life altering decision, would you take a billion dollars in exchange for giving up sex for the rest of your life? We also talk about the new film Dune with pretty much zero spoilers and finally, I'll share my latest physical therapy experience and cost cutting strategy.

So my wife and I encountered a rude lady on the subway. This wasn't an overt or extremely obvious situation, it was more discreet and subtle. Listen in to get a rare look at how I can be when I feel someone has pushed a bit too far. Spoiler alert, I did not choke anyone out.

On this episode we talk about a woman who has been setting fires in the building across the street. It is clear that she suffers from some form of mental illness and really needs help. However, her actions endanger not only her safety, but the safety of her neighbors as well. Your host ponders how we can deal with this problem while still being fair and good people.

Next month we will be holding the NYC Mayoral election. The two top candidates are Eric Adams as the Democrat and Curtis Sliwa as the Republican. Now you would think that by default Eric Adams is going to be our Mayor, I'm sure that's what everyone is thinking. But to this I say, think back to the 2016 Presidential election. It was then too assumed that Hillary Clinton was going to be our next and first female president. However, despite everyone's beliefs and much to our disappointment, America had other plans. My message to Eric Adams is that he is not like Hillary Clinton in that capacity. Don't assume you've won, don't assume we are going to vote for you by default. I've invited both Eric Adams and Curtis Sliwa on the podcast, neither has responded or even acknowledged my existence. I did meet Eric in my building once so I thought he might get with your boy, but nah, it ain't happening. In any case, listen here to the latest episode of NYCTalking to get my not so educated thoughts on this campaign and how it could work out badly for him if Adams take it for granted that he's won.

This is the true story of how some thugs tried to rob me by drop kicking me, yet ended up flat on their butts! True story y'all! Growing up Bronx!

On this episode I am going to tell you my opinion on the 5 most important things that make a good zumba instructor! Note that I am not big in the Zumba world, this is merely my personal opinion and top 5. What do you think?

I was a very jealous and possessive man when I was younger. I mean it was really bad. My middle sister got the worst of it growing up because I was really overprotective with her and boys. In dating, it was also present for a very long time. I don't think that it ever truly goes away, but you learn to ignore and control the demon.

Back in the 90s, I went to high school in the Bronx. As bad as you might think it was for most, for me specifically, it was probably worse. Listen to the story of why I dropped out here.

My first sexual encounter was kind of embarrassing and somewhat unforgettable. Take a few minutes and listen to the story of when I lost my virginity. Perhaps some of you can relate to this somewhat pathetic experience that I had? If only I knew then what I know now!

On today's episode I am once again joined by one of my favorite people, Danilo Silva. Today we discuss a little more about my podcast on the guys who were having sex in the showers, gay clubs, gay sex culture, prEP for safety and much more.

On this episode I am once again joined by my buddy Lou Maldonado to discuss the covid vaccine, some of our book recommendations, immortality and of course, law enforcement. For this and more tune in!

On this episode I am joined by two of my buddies to talk about the dreaded topic of EGO! Gibran Malik and Albert Solis are both deep, intellectual men who share their life insights with me. This conversation from God to the streets. At one point we even witness the reading of a bible passage! Listen in and tell us your thoughts on ego!

Join me and mental health counselor Patrice Brown as we speak about the military, weight acceptance, community policing, her many books and much more!

Those of you who follow my social media know that my wife was assaulted by some scumbag. It's covered in depth here, but we decided to make a podcast episode about it. Check it out.

Years ago I was going to take a shower at a Manhattan gym. Little did I know that I was going to walk in on two men having sex in the shower. Listen to this true story!

Some time ago I hired Wes Watson as a fitness coach. Here is a high level breakdown of my experience. If you'd like a more in depth breakdown, check out this article I wrote.

On today's episode I want to briefly touch on bullying and the long term effects that it has on victims. People think that just because you were usually a kid when it happened, that you should have forgotten about it by now. Sure, you grow up, things change, but you never truly forget that trauma. So, let's talk about it!

On this episode I am joined by the author of the children's book, "The Last Surviving Dinosaur: The TyrantoCrankaTsuris" and the adult book "A Grownup Guide to Effective Crankiness: The CrankaTsuris Method" to discuss how we can use crankiness to our advantage. Listen in as we discuss this and much more, including surprisingly, what it was like Growing Up Bronx in the 70s!

Did you find a magazine you didn't order inside your mailbox? Don't fret, just press play and listen to why that happened.

In this article I went in depth on my thoughts about Gravity Yoga. This podcast episode it meant to accompany that article and provides a fair, honest review of my experience with the program.

On this episode I share the true story of how my penis was once grabbed in the gym shower by an older man. Listen to hear how I handled it!

On this episode of NYCTalking I am joined by director Aubrey Smith and cinematographer Chloe Smolkin to talk about their short film Liza Anonymous. We cover their specific roles and jobs, what the film is about and how they went about the process of making a short film. Check it out!

I met Mars Cross on Smule. Basically, we've sang together on a karaoke app. We've always had cool vibes and took our friendship over to FB and IG. This is the first time we had a proper conversation. Join us as we compare NYC Vs Cali, take on anxiety, the types of weed, dating, parenting, religion and much more!

Years ago a man used me to shield himself as he fired an entire magazine of bullets into a parked, occupied motor vehicle. Have a listen to this story as NYCTalking.com releases our brand new Short Story segment. This is what it was like at times, Growing Up Bronx in the 90s.

On this week's episode I am joined by Manhattan Boro President candidate, Lindsey Boylan. Lindsey is a progressive candidate with years of experience in Urban planning. We speak about her views around what needs to happen in NYC, specifically in Manhattan. We talk about her experiences and skillset. We ever so briefly touch the Cuomo situation, author Carl Hiaasen and corrupt politicians, but this interview is really not about that. We did our best to stay on topic. Listen in and meet your candidate, Lindsey Boylan!

This week I am joined by the founder of BlueSleep, a company that for years has been providing telemedicine services to people like myself. We did within 3 days what my "face to face" doctor would have had me wait months to complete. No joke! It was faster, 100 times easier, and cost me just about the same. Listen in to learn more about the dangers of sleep disorders.

On this episode I have the distinct pleasure of speaking with the lovely and extremely talented Jessica Lynn. I came across Jessica years ago on an internet radio show and immediately fell in love with her and her band’s music. So how does a New Yorker become a country music success? Listen in to learn about this and so much more, I really enjoyed talking to Jessica!

Gibran Malik aka King Sage joins us to talk about his latest venture, Artist Connect App. This app connects all form of creatives in a secure, safe format. Do you need an engineer? A host? An artist? Check out artist connect app! Gibran also talks about his book "The Cradle of Prophecy" and his work as an audio engineer. Tune in for all this and much more!

On this episode I am joined by Comic book writer Fred Van Lente. He joins me to talk about his baby, King Kirby. King Kirby is now available for listening on your favorite podcasting platforms. Fred created this as a play along with his wife, Crystal Louise Skillman. They created this as a way to inform us about one of the greatest comic book creators that we never heard of! Jack Kirby is credited with creating or co-creating many of the comic book characters we know and love, both in Marvel and DC. They have adapted this play and are sharing it with the world in this great format. To learn more, listen in on this really cool chat!

Meet Lou Maldonado, one of my boys from the Bronx days. He's made a hell of a career out of his time in the U.S Air Force. He blasted his way up the enlisted ranks and then crossed over to the officer side. He's making waves over there as well as is now walking the halls of Congress representing the Air Force. I enjoyed my conversation with an old friend and I invite you to listen to his amazing story.

On this episode we are joined by writer, columnist and author Mike Vogel. Years ago I went after Mike for a piece he wrote and we ended up becoming buddies. Mike tells us how he was able to become a published journalist without a background in journalism. He drops some gems on how to pitch your work.  We also talk about surviving in NYC, gun rights and much more.

Like people, earrings and all sorts of fashion products come in all shapes and sizes! On this episode I am joined by fashion designer to the stars as well as people like you and and me, Seville Michelle. Speaking with Seville was a great pleasure, it was just like talking to one of my homegirls from the block. We spoke about plastic covered sofas, I mean, come on man!

Seville's earrings have been worn by J-Lo, Lizzo, Natty, Alicia Keys and many more. But they've also being gifted to a mom who was trying to "get her money up to buy them." Seville wants her products to be dope and worn by stars, but affordable and accessible to all of us. She's a dope human being!

Seville is one of a kind and I really enjoyed talking to her. It's a NYC hood thing, if you know, you know! Check out our candid conversation where she tells us about her life, her amazing products, and even get to meet the mean iphone fix it guy! Check out her website at Seville Michelle.

On this (phone recorded, read crappy audio) episode we talk about what it was like not only being the associate producer of the film "The Wrestler," but having a small, non-scripted part with Mickey Rourke. Evan also tells us about his book "Apartment 4b, Like in Brooklyn," the art of interviewing, celebrities are human and much more!

This week I am joined by the founder of "Dosha Mat." She tells us about the product and how it can help us out with pain, energy, and all kinds of good stuff. So I actually got my hands on one of these sometime and ago and wanted to share a bit of my conversation with the founder, Jessica Rose. If you'd like to read more about my personal experience, click here!

This week I am joined by a frequent tv guest commentator, Dr. Darrin Porcher. We met several years ago during an appearance on Hot 97 Street Soldiers. Dr. Porcher is an Air Force and Army Veteran, as well as a former  NYPD Lt. Listen in for his take on the current climate, Deblasio and more.

Today I am joined by Dr. Roger McIntyre, he's a psychiatrist and professor who deals in among other things, mood disorders. We talk about seasonal depression, how the suicide rates are up in this country, the dangers of uncertainty and how we can fight all this and stay healthy both physically and mentally!

The lovely, multitalented actress Dascha Polanco joins us to talk about a project that she has undertaken along with the company Knorr. Yup, the "Cubitos on polvo nol," Knorr, that's the one. Together they are promoting an initiative called #feedthevote. The goal is to combat hunger and food insecurity. Listen in to hear how your vote can have a direct impact on this longstanding issue within all of our communities.

Knorr.com/vote

This week we are doing something different. A young man who is attending City College reached out to me on my "Growing Up Bronx" Facebook page and asked to interview for an Anthropology class project. The subject matter was about what it was like Growing Up Bronx and how the BX has changed. This was a lot of fun to do, especially as I love sharing about the old days in the Bronx. Check it out!

Today I'm joined by one of the illest underground rappers in NYC, my man Luis LAV Vilella. This dude rocks the mic and today we gonna talk about censorship in music, juvenile detention, war, and much more. Tune in!

On this episode I am joined by fellow creator, Keon Torres. Keon is the one who motivated me to start up my podcast again, so thanks for the motivation brother. This dude has been grinding hard since I first met him. He makes music, acts, has a podcast and is just an all around cool dude. Check it out!

On this episode I am joined by one of the coolest Zumba Instructors/Nicest people I know, Danilo F Silva. We cover a broad array of topics including depression, eating disorders, mental health, fitness, toxic masculinity, preferred pronouns and so much more! Just listen or watch!

Join me for a chat with an aspiring Congresswoman. Elizabeth Hernandez is from Texas and she's trying to bring some common sense accounting and humanity into Congress.  Join us for this talk where you will get to hear her kids screaming, my wife cooking, as well as meet some pets. It's a grand old time! Tune in to meet the person who might pull an AOC against a powerful, long time Republican incumbent.

On today's episode I am joined by Joel C. Garcia, a resident of Las Vegas, Nevada who happens to be a Latino who supports Donald Trump. We had a cordial conversation. No hearts or minds were changed here, but respectful communication was accomplished. That's all that matters isn't it?

Sal Albanese has run for Mayor, Congress and is once again looking to acquire a seat in the NYC Council as a democrat in Staten Island. We talk about his new run for council and everything else ranging from government corruption to Kendra's law.

On this episode we do a deep dive into Cobra Kai. Fellow podcasters and friends Justin Vazquez and Will Collazo join me as we discuss all kinds of details and conspiracies about Cobra Kai. We briefly discuss the dangerous Karen encounter I recently had. Finally, we close it out with a little talk about working during the pandemic.

Former Colleague, Woman of Wall Street nominee, Life Coach, Author and now NY State Assembly Candidate, Tamara Laschyk joins us to talk issues, politics, life and her bid for public office as a Republican in NYC on the latest episode of the Not Just NYCTalking podcast.

On this episode I am joined by adjunct professor Hailie Kim who is running for NYC Council. We had a wonderful conversation about a range of topics including how to better deal with homelessness, crime and much more in NYC and society as a whole. Listen in on this great conversation. To donate and learn more about Hailie Kim, check out her campaign site at Hailie Kim For City Council.

On this episode of the Not Just NYCTalking Podcast, I am joined by a man I met at a protest/rally in Queens against the Umbrella Hotel. Join us as we have a candid conversation about the issues facing the community and NYC as a whole. Evan shares why he's running for council and what he plans to do whilst in that position.

Fellow Podcast Host Paul Amadeus Lane joins me to talk about a whole lot of stuff. He shares his disability story, we cover BLM, Tech and then we play a music game!

My guest is a young man whom I met on the Blab platform a few years ago. We have since then become friends. He was gracious and brave enough to join me on the podcast where we discussed how it really is living with HIV.