Gracias, Come Again: A Podcast by Honey German
Gracias, Come Again is a weekly interview podcast hosted by Honey German, a Dominican-American media personality. Each episode digs into the latest in Latino pop culture — música, television, film and more — with personal conversations and plenty of chisme and laughs. Honey sits down with Latino artists, producers, directors, writers and influencers to hear their life stories and hot takes. The show blends fun, music and cultura with a sprinkle of Dominican sazón.
Episodes
Tito Nieves: 50 Years of Salsa, 30 Years Sober & Who Héctor Lavoe Truly Was
Salsa ICON Tito Nieves takes us back to the beginning of his career and shares personal memories of working with Héctor Lavoe, an artist he loved and deeply admired. He also explains why he believes El Cantante, the film starring Marc Anthony and Jennifer Lopez, focused too heavily on the darker parts of Lavoe’s life and failed to show who Héctor truly was beyond his struggles.
Cleyvis Natera: The Dark Side of Paradise, Dominican Tourism, Exploitation & Sisterhood
Author Cleyvis Natera joins Gracias, Come Again to talk about her second novel, The Grand Paloma Resort, a gripping story set in the Dominican Republic that explores sisterhood, class, tourism, labor, exploitation, poverty, and the hidden cost of luxury. Born in the Dominican Republic and raised in New York City, Cleyvis takes us inside the world of The Grand Paloma Resort, where tourists come for
Luis Figueroa: From YouTube Covers To 6x GRAMMY Nominee & Co-Signs From Marc Anthony & La India
Six-time GRAMMY-nominated artist Luis Figueroa joins Gracias, Come Again to talk salsa, Puerto Rican culture, family, and his journey from YouTube covers to becoming one of the genre’s brightest stars. Luis shares how posting covers online led to being discovered by Marc Anthony, who became a major mentor in his career, and opens up about touring with Romeo Santos, where he fully embraced th
Jason Reyes: Fostering Our Youth, La Educación & That Hip-Hop
Jason Reyes is making history from the Bronx to the WORLD. Born and raised in the Bronx to Puerto Rican parents, Jason is the founder and principal of the Bronx School of Hip Hop, the first hip hop high school in the world, opening in New York City in September 2026. Before launching this groundbreaking school, Jason served as principal of MS 129 Academy and built his career around helping young p
DaniLeigh: Love & Loss, + Faith & Redemption
DaniLeigh joins Honey German for a raw, emotional and revealing episode of Gracias, Come Again. The Dominican American artist, choreographer, dancer...opens up about her upbringing in Miami, her move to Los Angeles and the experiences that shaped the woman she is today. DaniLeigh begins by sharing the incredible story of being discovered by Prince at only 18 years old. She explains how they
K7: Blessings, Battles, Transitions, Freestyle & Who 'Maria' Is
Freestyle legend K7 of TKA sits down for an intimate, no-holds-barred conversation about the music, memories, heartbreak and hustle behind a career spanning four decades. K7 opens up about his childhood and the life-changing move from Ponce, PR to Spanish Harlem, New York, where he reunited with his mother and eventually found his path to music. He takes us back to the beginning of TKA, from perfo
Antonio Reynoso: Becoming NYC’s First Dominican Borough President
In this episode of Gracias, Come Again, Honey sits down with Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, the son of Dominican immigrants who was born and raised in Los Sures, Brooklyn. Reynoso opens up about growing up in a Section 8 apartment while his family relied on food stamps, and how education, a scholarship and a clear plan changed the direction of his life. His journey eventually led him
Lenexx On Creating Funketon, Making Trilingual Music & El Sueño Americano
Rising artist Lenexx joins Gracias, Come Again for an inspiring conversation about culture, identity, family, and the musical movement she's creating. Born in Santiago, Dominican Republic, and raised in Jackson Heights, Queens, Lenexx opens up about her journey from living with her abuela while her mother worked tirelessly in New York to build a better life for the family, to arriving in the U.S.
George Lamond: His Life, His Legacy, His Story In Full Color
Bronx-born singer George Lamond joins discuss his roots, musical evolution, and legacy as one of Freestyle and Salsa's biggest voices. He reveals how he hid his talent and dreams from his family until they heard his song playing on NYC radio. George reflects on growing up in the same neighborhood as Marc Anthony and La India, experiencing freestyle’s club scene at just 17, and developing his
Chef Bren Herrera: Culture Kitchen TV, Cuba Libre & The Cool Tia Effect
Celebrity chef, television host, and culinary storyteller Chef Bren Herrera joins Gracias, Come Again for an inspiring conversation about culture, resilience, identity, and the journey that made her one of the most recognizable Afro-Latina chefs in media. Known as the host of Culture Kitchen on MyCLEO.TV, Chef Bren opens up about her Cuban heritage, her unwavering love for Cuba, and why she's pass
Berto Colón: Power Moves, Orange Memories, Dutton Ranch & Ending DIPG
Actor Berto Colón joins Gracias, Come Again for aconversation about family, perseverance, and building a career in Hollywood. Born in Ponce, Puerto Rico and raised in The Bronx, Berto reflects on his island roots, his love of the beach and surfing, his father's influence, and how those experiences continue to shape the man he is today. We dive into his standout roles as Cesar in Orange Is t
Lenny Tavárez: Collabs On Pause, Atacando Solo 'Pa' Lo Bonito'
Puerto Rican superstar Lenny Tavárez joins Honey German on Gracias, Come Again for one of his most candid interviews yet. Fresh off the release of his new salsa single "Palo Bonito," Lenny reveals the incredible story behind the record, including how it was originally written for Chayanne and Ricky Martin. He shares how legendary producer Sergio George convinced him that the song belonged t
Farruko: DIOS, PatRia, Música y Mi Libertad
Farruko opens up like never before. The global superstar reflects on his transformative journey of faith and how publicly declaring himself a man of God has impacted both his career and personal life. He discusses his latest project, a tribute to Panama that honors the pioneers who helped pave the way for reggaeton and Spanish reggae, while sharing his deep respect for the artists who came before
Hemky Madera: Is Not Who You Expect IRL & Nothing Like "Pote"
Actor Hemky Madera joins us for a powerful and heartfelt season finale. Best known for his fan-favorite role as “Pote” on Queen of the South, Hemky opens up like never before about his Dominican roots, growing up in Washington Heights, New York, fatherhood, marriage, Hollywood, and the long journey to making it as an actor. In this raw and funny conversation, Hemky shares how he knew h
Tony Sunshine: Rainy Days, 100% Loyalty, Sobriety & Mi Voz
Tony Sunshine opens up about his early childhood, including growing up in an abusive household and the difficult years when his mother was forced to enter the shelter system for stability for their family. He reflects on how those experiences shaped his mindset, his hustle, and his purpose. The conversation dives into the moment he discovered his voice at just five years old, singing a Menudo song
Jonathan Platero & Christopher M. Ramirez: Blood Love, SYTYCD, Vampiros & Latinos On Broadway
🎭 We sit down with Blood Love star Christopher M. Ramirez (Anzick) and choreographer Jonathan Platero, one of the creative forces behind the dance sequences seen throughout the entire play, for a fun, honest, and inspiring conversation about Latinidad, Vampires, Broadway, culture, and chasing your sueños. Christopher opens up about his journey as the son of a Colomb
Dr . Jeff Gardere: Exercise Your Mental Health With America's Psychologist
In this powerful and deeply personal episode, we sit down with Dr. Jeff Gardere, widely known as “America’s Psychologist,” for a conversation that feels like a real-life therapy session. From his roots as the son of Haitian immigrants raised in Brooklyn, New York, to becoming one of the most recognized psychologists in media, Dr. Jeff opens up about his journey, purpose, and impa
Bryan The Diamond: From Car Videos To TikTok's Beloved Viral Bestie
We sit down with viral social media sensation Bryan the Diamond, the Florida-raised influencer with Brazilian roots who turned everyday moments into millions of followers and built a loyal community of “besties” across TikTok and Instagram. Now living his best Cat Dad life in Miami, Bryan opens up like never before in this raw, unfiltered, and high-energy conversation. We get int
Edgar Berlanga: Not The Fighter, The Man Speaking From The Heart, Guard Down
We sit down with Brooklyn’s own Edgar Berlanga for one of his most honest and revealing conversations yet. This isn’t just about boxing, this is about the man behind the fighter. Berlanga opens up about growing up in Brooklyn as a proud Puerto Rican, the influence of his family, and the complicated but powerful relationship he has with his father. Despite his father being in and o
Comm. Rossana Rosado: Bronx Attitude, Your Story Matters & Claiming Our Seat
On this episode of the Gracias, Come Again Podcast, we sit down with trailblazer Rossana Rosado for a powerful conversation about identity, storytelling, and what it means to open doors for the next generation. Born and raised in the Bronx to Puerto Rican parents, Rossana shares how her upbringing shaped her drive and her deep commitment to community. With more than three decades in media, she bui
R!CH YASHEL: Bold Moves, La Familia , & Life After CNCO
Former CNCO member R!ch Yashel sits down for a personal conversation about his journey from a kid with big dreams to an international Latin pop star. In this episode, Rich opens up about growing up as the child of Dominican immigrants and how his parents made the bold decision to leave New Hampshire for Miami to help him chase his dream of becoming a singer. From early auditions on shows like Amer
David Archuleta: DevOUT, Losing My Faith, Embracing My Truth, Owning Mi Latinidad
In this transparent, relatable, and deeply personal episode, David Archuleta opens up about faith, identity, and self discovery while discussing his memoir Devout: Losing My Faith to Find Myself. Raised by a Honduran mother and a white father, David reflects on growing up between cultures, navigating Latinidad, and learning to fully embrace his heritage. He shares how serving a mission in South Am
Danny Cortes: Arte Took Me From From Rock Bottom To Sotheby's
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Bushwick, Brooklyn artist Danny Cortes who recreates iconic New York City scenes, from neighborhood ice spots and subway platforms to street signs and corner culture, blending art, hip hop, nostalgia, and community into hyper detailed miniature worlds. His work has reached global stages, including sales at Sotheby’s for $3,000, $6,000, and eve
Katrina McGhee: Heart Health Truths Among Latinos & Women, Stroke Awareness & Thank You Caretakers
Heart disease is often talked about as a men’s health issue, but the truth is heart disease and stroke are leading causes of death for women, especially in Black and Brown communities. In this powerful and necessary episode, we sit down with American Heart Association Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer Katrina McGhee to break down what everyone needs to know about heart hea
Jason Andors: How I Became Dominican & El Tiguere Mas Vacano
In this episode of Gracias, Come Again, we sit down with actor, comedian, and stand-up comic Jason Andors, a New York City native whose career has spanned decades in the U.S. comedy and acting world, and who is now going viral across the Dominican Republic under his beloved alter ego, El Tiguere Vacano. Jason takes us back to his upbringing in NYC, born to Jewish parents but raised in a city that
Eduardo Holguín: Gen Z Changing The Game, Making Forbes '30 Under 30, & My Global Rise
Eduardo Holguín, is a Dominican creative director, photographer, and art director, and the founder of By Holguín, a forward-thinking creative studio shaping the future of media and storytelling. In this episode, Eduardo opens up about his journey from the Dominican Republic to the United States, growing up in a well to do family, and making the intentional decision to carve out his o
Tony Touch: Walking By Faith, Boricuas On The Set & Pioneering The Game
In this powerful and wide-ranging episode of Gracias, Come Again, we sit down with DJ Tony Touch, legendary DJ, producer, artist, mixtape pioneer, and one of the most influential cultural figures in Hip-Hop history. Tony Touch takes us back to his upbringing in Brooklyn, New York, sharing how his Puerto Rican roots and musical household shaped his destiny. Raised in a family of musicians, wi
Amirah Vann: Embracing Afro-Latinidad, La Familia & My Role To Rep On Screen
Award-winning actress Amirah Vann joins Gracias, Come Again for a heartfelt, funny, and deeply personal conversation rooted in culture, family, faith, and purpose. Born and raised in Queens, New York, Amirah opens up about growing up Afro-Latina, being raised by her Puerto Rican mother after losing her African-American military father at just nine years old, and the powerful village of tias and ti
DJ ENUFF: Respect The Heavy Hitter, Resilience, Recovery & Take Your Flores
Legendary DJ, Producer and Hip Hop Icon DJ Enuff joins Gracias, Come Again for one of our most powerful, emotional, and joy filled conversations yet. This is an episode where we laugh, cry, reminisce, give flowers, and openly thank the people who supported our careers and personal lives when it mattered most. DJ Enuff takes us back to his upbringing, early life, and school days, inc
Darrin Henson: Choreographing The Stars, Latino Influence & Acting Intentional
World renowned choreographer turned actor Darrin Henson joins us for a powerful, culture rich conversation about legacy, purpose, and the Latino influence that helped shape his life and career. Raised in the Bronx, Darrin opens up about growing up alongside Latinos in his neighborhood and how Latino culture, friendships, and community played a lasting and positive role in his upbringing. From earl
Elaine Del Valle: Brownsville Bred, Directing Latino Stories, Childhood Trauma & Survival
Award-winning writer, director, producer, and actor Elaine Del Valle joins Gracias, Come Again for a powerful and deeply honest conversation about survival, identity, Latino representation, and socially impactful storytelling. Elaine opens up about growing up Puerto Rican in the 1980s in Brownsville, Brooklyn, raised in low income housing while surrounded by addiction, poverty, and a father who st
Vakero: Arte, Belleza Natural, Team Fruta y Lo Que Viene
Dominican icon Vakero sits down for an honest and wide ranging conversation about music, family, and legacy. The Latin Grammy nominated artist talks about growing up in San Pedro de Macorís, and his role as a later pioneer of Dominican urban music since the 1990s. Vakero opens up about working very humble jobs outside of music like selling apples, becoming a fashion forward artist, and his
Word Life: "Facts Is Facts" Now Let's Break It All Down
Step into this powerful, cultural deep dive with Word Life, the Bronx-born Puerto Rican creator behind the viral tagline “Facts is Facts.” Known for his straight-to-camera truth telling, WordLife has become one of the most trusted voices educating the world on Puerto Rico its history, culture, food, music, politics and the real issues the island faces. Before the v
Aida Rodriguez: Healthy, Single & Sane
In this episode, Aida Rodriguez gets real about healing, relationships and stepping into her power. She opens up about ending a long term relationship, going to trauma therapy and finally feeling healthy, single and sane for the first time. Aida talks about breaking old patterns, ignoring the pressure to “find a good man” and refusing to settle for raggedy relationships ever again.&nbs
Planta Industrial: Breaking Barreras From The Bronx Pa'l Mundo
Step into this raw and hilarious conversation with Planta Industrial, the Bronx based Dominican duo taking over timelines in a NY minute. They break down how they came together, their mission to go against the current, and how their Bronx and Dominican roots shaped their whole vision. They talk about going "viral overnight" after YEARS of grinding, how their community and the algorithm pushed them
Jessica Pimentel OITNB, Brujeria, Heavy Metal & Buddhism
Step into a powerful, wide ranging conversation with actress and artist Jessica Pimentel, the Brooklyn born Dominicana whose talent and spirit stretch across continents and creative worlds. Known globally for her seven season role as Maria Ruiz on Orange Is the New Black, Jessica is a three time SAG Award winner, a classically trained musician, and the fierce female vocalist of the heavy meta
Darlene Rodriguez: Bronx Roots, Big Dreams & Breaking News Barriers
We're joined by Legendary journalist Darlene Rodriguez, the proud Bronx native and longtime co-anchor of NBC 4’s Today in New York. With 30 years in television and 26 years at NBC, Darlene opens up about her incredible journey from a Bronx girl with a dream to one of New York’s most respected news voices. She shares how her Mami found her first TV job in a newspaper listing for a
Frankie Cutlass: Faith, Hip-Hop, Legacy & 'Puerto Rico'
We dive deep into the life of the legendary Frankie Cutlass, the man behind the timeless anthem “Puerto Rico” 🇵🇷🎶. The ICONIC DJ/Producer opens up about turning his life over to God after surviving a dark chapter in his youth, when his life was threatened over false accusations of snitching within his crew. He talks about growing up in Spanish Harlem, being raised by a strong Puerto Ri
J Noa: Demanding Respect, Winning Grammys, Dropping Bars & Loving Tokischa
Dominican lyricist J Noa sits down with Honey German to talk about her incredible journey from growing up in the Dominican Republic to becoming one of the most respected new voices in Latin music. 🇩🇴🎤 J Noa opens up about her childhood back home, her mother’s health struggles, and how those challenges pushed her to help raise her niece at a young age. J Noa talks about never editing her raps
Paola Ramos: Driving Modern Journalism In My Own Lane
In this powerful and honest conversation, journalist Paola Ramos gets personal talk about everything from her global upbringing to her life now as a proud Latina voice shaping modern journalism. The daughter of legendary journalist Jorge Ramos, Paola opens up about carving her own lane in media from field reporting on immigration and ICE raids to launching a brand-new podcast alongside her iconic
Brenda K. Starr: Creating Starrdom For Myself & Mariah Carey Too
In this powerful and emotional episode, Brenda K. Starr sits down to open up about her incredible journey from a young dreamer in NYC’s Upper West Side to a chart-topping singer who helped shape Latin pop and R&B. Raised by a single Puerto Rican mother of seven, Brenda shares how her entire family rallied behind her dream of stardom from acting at 12 to landing her first record deal at j
Dariel Amant: Delivering Afro-Beats + R&B But With A Latin Vibe
Honey sits down with Dariel Amant, the Dominican artist from Jersey who doesn’t just sing about love, he is LOVE. His name, meaning “lover” in French, feels like destiny fulfilled with every note. From the soulful vibes of “Flores” to the genre-blending magic of his Cuatro Rosas EP, Dariel is redefining what it means to be a bilingual romantic in today’s music s
Maria Hinojosa: Visibility, Dignity, & La Verdad ✊🏽
Honey sits down with the legendary Maria Hinojosa - an award-winning journalist whose career began in 1993 with one clear mission: to make Latinos visible. From her early days in radio to founding Futuro Media and leading Latino USA, Maria has spent decades amplifying our stories and holding power accountable. Maria opens up about her fight to ensure the current administration doesn’t silenc
Justin Quiles: Mega-Collabs, Fatherhood, Boricua Pride & 'The Avengers'
In this episode, Latin hitmaker Justin Quiles serves up a deep and personal conversation that goes way beyond the music. The Puerto Rican star opens up about fatherhood, connecting with Thailand through his partner’s roots, and why his bond with songwriter Elena Rose has been so special. King of the Collabs, Quiles breaks down his upcoming joint album with Lenny Tavárez (yes, exp
Snow Tha Product: Latinos Under Siege - Our Lived Reality
The unstoppable Snow Tha Product - actress, rapper and activist pulls no punches about what it means to be Latino in America right now. Snow shows up fired up about how the current administration is villainizing our community, the fear sparked by ICE raids across the country, and the urgent need to defend our right to simply be treated as human beings. She opens up about her love for th
Calixto Chinchilla & Manny Pérez: Lights, Camera, Cultura!
In this episode, Honey German sits down with Calixto Chinchilla, founder and executive producer of the New York Latino Film Festival, to talk about how he brought the nation’s premier Latino film festival to life and what it means for our culture today. Joining the convo is acclaimed actor Manny Perez, who has two films screening at this year’s festival: 'A Tiro Limpio' & 'Ti
Joshua Rosa: Climbing Mountains, Faith, Purpose & Viral Motivation
Media Personality and Motivational speaker Joshua Rosa has figured out how to reach the masses without a huge team or big budget just faith, grit, and GOD by his side. 🚀 In this conversation, Joshua opens up growing up Dominican, Fatherhood and his journey to viral success which proves that impact doesn’t require an army. Now part of iHeartRadio’s My Cultura Podcast Network, Josh
ARLENE MC: Collabing Con El Alfa, Writing For Yailan, Repping Mamazotas + Owning Dembow
Arlene MC like you’ve never heard her before 👀 She gets real about her childhood and the struggles of first trying to break into R&B a lane that didn’t quite hit before reinventing herself and becoming one of the most loved Dembowceras in the game. 💃🏽🔥 She takes us inside the moment El Alfa rang her up for a collab (and how it went totally LEFT at first 🤯), plus she spills on penni
Luis Guzmán: Breaking Barriers, Taking Risks & Speaking Truths
In this episode, we sit down with the legendary Luis Guzmán a true Hollywood icon whose career spans decades and unforgettable roles like Pachanga in Carlito’s Way and now Gomez Addams in Netflix’s Wednesday. We talk fatherhood, the importance of being present, and his thoughts on today’s youth including Bad Bunny. He shares the story of how he scored his role in Wedn
Dascha Polanco: La Fama, Love Lost 🕊️, Young Grandma & Surviving It All
Dascha Polanco opens up like never before. She gets real about her journey from growing up in New York City with strong Dominican roots 🇩🇴🗽, to becoming a young mom chasing big dreams all while juggling school and work. Dascha shares how she landed her career-defining role on Orange Is the New Black, and for the first time, she speaks out about being a victim of domestic violence, revealing that s
Jimmy's Bronx Story: Sofrito, Hustle & VIPs Con Jimmy Rodriguez
In this can't-miss episode, we sit down with South Bronx legend Jimmy Rodriguez — the Puerto Rican visionary behind NYC staples like Jimmy’s Bronx Café, Sofrito, and Don Coqui for a raw and real conversation about hustle, legacy, and staying true to your roots. Jimmy opens up about growing up in the Bronx, dropping out of high school, and hitting the streets with his dad as
30 Years of Grit & Grace Con David Zayas
In this interview I sit down with Bronx-born actor David Zayas for an intimate conversation that traces his incredible journey from the streets of New York to the big and small screens. Born to Puerto Rican parents, Zayas opens up about his early years in the Bronx, joining the U.S. Air Force, and then serving as an NYPD officer all before he ever stepped foot on a stage. While still on the force
From Content Creator To TV Star Con Ken Starrrz
In this powerful and hilarious episode, we sit down with content creator turned TV star Ken Starrrz for a deep dive into his incredible journey from growing up in the Bronx with a Dominican dad and Colombian mom, to becoming one of the most vibrant voices in digital media today. Ken opens up about being a loud, creative kid in a traditional Latino household, getting fired from his last
OITNB, Latina Resilience & Growing Up Nuyorican Con Elizabeth Rodriguez
In this episode, we sit down with the dynamic Elizabeth Rodriguez: actress, Broadway star, and proud Nuyorican—for a conversation about her journey through some of television and theatre’s most impactful roles. From her breakout as Aleida Diaz on Orange Is the New Black to her polarizing turn as Paz Valdez on Power, Elizabeth opens up about the love, hate, and everything in between tha
'Muévelo Paca' Con Dionni6X
We catch up with Dominican newcomer Dionni6x, a rising artist reppin’ Barahona and Brentwood. Raised by her abuela after her mom migrated to the States, Dionni shares what it was like growing up surrounded by love, tradition—and Romeo Santos playing in the background. We talk about her journey to the U.S. where she first visited a McDonald's, hitting her first ever studio session
Many Lives, One Legend Con Daphne Rubin-Vega
Daphne Rubin-Vega, a true Broadway icon, actor, singer, producer, wife, and mother who's lived many lives and still keeps evolving. Daphne gets real about her journey — from arriving in the U.S. alone from Panama at just 3 years old, to becoming a defining force on the Broadway stage as the original Mimi Marquez in RENT. We dive into how playing a troubled sex worker
Casa De Lobo Con Cesar Álvarez
In this episode, we get to know Cesar Alvarez, the proud owner of Casa De Lobo — a sleek, members-only social spot making waves in Jersey City’s hospitality scene. 🇨🇴🏙️ Cesar takes us on a journey that starts with his parents’ immigration from Colombia to New Jersey, and how that sacrifice laid the foundation for everything he’s built. He opens up about being raised by
Dominican Roots & Bar For Bar Con Dave East
In this exclusive interview, rapper and actor Dave East opens up about his Caribbean roots, embracing his Dominican side, and how his culture shaped who he is today. From the pressure of signing with Nas' Mass Appeal label to landing the iconic role of Method Man in the hit series Wu-Tang: An American Saga, Dave reflects on the highs, the lessons, and the grind behind his success. He also tal
Gen Z Influencia & 'The Equalizer’ Con Laya DeLeon Hayes
In this heartwarming episode, we sit down with rising star Laya DeLeon Hayes, who’s shining bright alongside the legendary Queen Latifah in CBS’s hit series The Equalizer. 🌟🎬 Laya shares her early determination — from knowing she wanted to be a child star at just 6 years old, to voicing the beloved Doc McStuffins, and how her parents made the bold move fr
Going Global, Zero Drama & 'Blesssed' Con Lomiiel
In this powerful and inspiring episode, we sit down with Lomiiel, the Dominican artist behind the six-times platinum smash hit "Hay Lupita." Lomiiel opens up about his mission to be more than just a star in the Dominican Republic — he’s aiming to become a global icon. He shares his journey of being raised by a single mother, staying away from drama, and why he keeps his music clean and
Battling Demons, Rap Saved My Life, Don't Ever Disrespect Me & FYL Con NEMS
Brooklyn’s own Nems—rapper, hustler, and Coney Island’s unofficial mayor—pulls up to share his raw, unfiltered story. From battling addiction and running the streets to doing time, facing homelessness, and ultimately turning his life around by working for DSNY, Nems has lived it all. But through every struggle, music was his therapy, and for the last 20 years, he’s be
The Dexterverse, Colombian Pride & Thanks Mami Con James Martinez
In this episode, we sit down with the incredibly talented James Martinez (Dexter: Original Sin, House of Cards, Breaking Bad, Love, Victor), who takes us on a deeply personal and inspiring journey through his life and career. From growing up in Jackson Heights, NY, to his Colombian mother’s resilience after his father’s passing, James shares how a dedicated teacher encouraged him to ap
Influencing Reality, No Regrets, Embracing Age & Freezing Your Eggs Con Tahiry José
Tahiry José keeps it real and unfiltered in this exclusive interview, reflecting on her journey as one of the original social media influencers before the term even existed! She opens up about owning her past—from reality TV to her history with Joe Budden, sharing why she has no regrets about anything she’s done on screen. Now in her 40s and thriving, Tahiry talks about embracin
I Got All The Pics, Developed by DIOS, & Unlimited Power Con Johnny Nuñez
We sit down with legendary celebrity photographer Johnny Nuñez to uncover his incredible story of resilience, faith, and destiny. Adopted as a toddler by a Puerto Rican family in Brooklyn, Johnny’s life took a heartbreaking turn when his adopted mother passed away when he was just 10 years old, leading him to a second home in Brentwood, Long Island with a Domi
The Latin Majority, NYC's Mayor Should Speak Español & Immigrants Built NY Con Senator Jessica Ramos
In this episode, we sit down with Senator Jessica Ramos, a proud daughter of Jackson Heights, Queens, whose journey from a working-class Colombian immigrant household to the New York State Senate fuels her fight for the people. Now, she’s running for NYC Mayor, determined to create a city that truly uplifts immigrants, workers, and everyday New Yorkers. She calls out Mayo
Golden Confidence, Me Fui VIRAL & Mami I'm A Signed Modelo Con Leslie Rodriguez
In this hilarious and real conversation, Model and Influencer Leslie Rodriguez takes us on her journey from a funny Dominican kid in Washington Heights to a viral sensation and signed model. Born to Dominican immigrant parents, Leslie developed her humor early on as a way to stand out, with her mother fully embracing her bold personality. Leslie took a leap of faith, putting corporate l
Manifested The Dream, Drake Signed Me?! and Buy or Bye Con OVO Smiley
In this episode, we sit down with Toronto’s own Smiley, the rapper with the fire flow who caught the attention of his idol, Drake, and turned his dreams into reality. Born to a Mexican mother and Haitian father, Smiley shares his journey from the streets of Toronto to signing with OVO, proving that manifestation is real. He opens up about his troubled youth, hustling in the hood and the time
I Can Feel The Beat, The Bad Bunny Effect, Sneakerheads and Loving GOD is Cool con Jearnest Corchado
In this episode we sit down with the incredibly multi-talented Jearnest Corchado to talk about her journey from Puerto Rico to Hollywood. At just 17, she left everything behind to chase her acting dreams in California —now, she’s starring in major roles, including the highly anticipated Lisa Lisa biopic 'Can You Feel the Beat.' Jearnest opens up about making it in the industry, the pow
NY Hustle, Creative Juice & Gimme My Emmy Con Ferris Wheel Jay
In this episode, we’re joined by Ferris Wheel Jay—an Emmy-winning Creative Director, Platinum Producer, and the voice behind the wildly popular Instagram series What is New York. Jay takes us on a journey through his Brooklyn roots, raised by two loving yet no-nonsense Abuelitas who enrolled him in military school, yet gave him with lessons in making Puerto Rican Sofrito. He shares on
Rap Life, Top Of The Class & Linda Like Abuela Con Maiya The Don
In this episode, we sit down with Brooklyn’s own Maiya The Don, the Afro-Latina Lyricist who took 2024 by storm as a member of the XXL Freshman Class. Maiya shares how her journey from makeup artist to TikTok star to Rapper unfolded during the pandemic and dives into how her Latina roots and abuela’s wisdom shaped her always-fly aesthetic. We also talk about her favorite Rappers, the i
Fom Marine Combat To Celebrated Actor Con Victor Almanzar
Let's dive into the life of Victor Almanzar, a Marine-turned-actor whose journey will make a thug shed a tear or two. Born in the Dominican Republic and raised in Brooklyn, Victor opens up about the profound challenges of reintegrating into society after serving in the military. We dive into his experiences in Kosovo and Iraq, the struggles veterans face when transitioning to civilian life, and ho
Spanglish Bars, Don't Box Me In & DR Is Bae Con GeezLy
Recording artist GeezLy takes us on a wild ride through her life journey—from her early days as a bartender in NYC to her obsession with Bike Life that landed her in trouble with the law. The Puerto Rican powerhouse from the Bronx gets real about finding out she was pregnant at just 13 years old—six months into the pregnancy—and how that shaped her life. GeezLy also opens up abou
Risky Moves, Calling Out DR Corruption & Off-Screen IRL con Manny Pérez
Dominican actor Manny Perez, a powerhouse of talent and conviction, shares how he first discovered his love for acting as a kid and turned it into a celebrated career, gracing screens big and small with unforgettable performances. But Manny is more than just an actor—he’s an advocate for his community, using his films to highlight the struggles of our island and tackling real-wor
Fearless Focus, Baby Pictures & Battling BC con Jessie Marrero
In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Jessie Marrero, the talented Dominican photographer from New York who has captured the precious moments of countless babies. Jessie takes us back to the first time she picked up a camera and discovered her passion for baby photography. She shares on existing Corporate America to pursue photography full time, collaborating with her idol, the legend
Innocence Lost, Unstoppable Ambition & Building Empires Con Somaya Reece
Somaya Reece defied all the odds and took her future into her own hands. Somaya shares how she went from being a runaway kid groomed by an older man, to launching her own modeling career and making Latina History, all on her own terms despite experiencing some heavy TRAUMA which includes her son dying in her arms after being unalived by his own father. We dive into her rise as a reality star, mode
From Warzone To Gotham Con J.W. Cortes
In this powerful episode, we’re joined by the multi-talented JW Cortes—actor, former U.S. Marine combat veteran, and NYPD officer—who opens up about his incredible journey. Born and raised in Brooklyn to Puerto Rican parents, JW shares how his roots shaped him, the life lessons he’s learned through fatherhood, and how he transitioned from serving his country and community t
Drill Latino, Humble Beginnings & Avoiding Toxic Media Con Lismar
In this episode, we sit down with Dominican Artist Lismar, aka 'La Mama del Drill,' who is making MAJOR waves in the music game at just 19. Lismar talks about her upbringing in the Dominican Republic, her love for Drill music and what it felt like to touch down in New York for the first time. She also keeps it real about dodging toxic media outlets and staying focused on her craft, plus she spill
Teen Stardom, Y2K, Decades In da Game & Uh Oooh! Onika Sampled Me!? Con Lumidee
We’re kicking it with the one and only Lumidee! We dive into her roots growing up in Spanish Harlem, those iconic Y2K days that shaped a generation, and the story of how she got discovered as a teen in NY. From reaching global stardom with 'Never Leave You' to holding it down in the music game for decades, Lumidee keeps it real about her journey. Plus, we talk about the legendary Nicki Minaj sampl
Funny Business, Fighting Age & Deep Loss Con Mark Viera
In this heartfelt and hilarious episode, I sit down with the Bronx's own Mark Viera, a powerhouse comedian with Puerto Rican roots. The Latin Prince of Comedy opens up about his bold decision to pursue comedy full-time, shares the deep pain of losing his son, finding true love later in life and dives into the quirks of everyday Latino life—especially the wild things women do that men could totally
Lyrica, Grammy Noms & Colorism Con J Noa
J Noa shares on her humble upbringing in RD, spitting BARS, scoring two Grammy nominations and a 'Tiny Desk' by 19 + how colorism en La Republica has no effect on her self-esteem.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
