Carlos talks about his Chicago Marathon experience, his economic perspective on the cost of living in California vs Texas, income inequalities, and the state of the union. We talk about the evolution of politics in the USA, the difference between Obama's victory and Trump's victory, and the state of the economy as a whole today including stocks and…

Guest #59 is a native New Yorker working at an immigration center. We talk about the challenges and opportunities NYC and the country as a whole has as immigration numbers seemingly increase. His identity is withheld for job security reasons. Support the Show.By Real People. Real Stories. Real Life.

Kyntel Hines is currently in school for Healthcare Administration. We talk about the future of the industry and jobs in general surrounding artificial intelligence. We also talk about value of higher education in society, not worrying about things you cannot control, his love of running, and diet. Support the Show.…

Seagh Mulligan is a tattoo artist who opened up his own shop, Wild Heart Tattoo Shop, in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. Seagh opens up about his struggles with alcohol addiction, his journey to becoming sober, and how this life decision helped him open up his business. We also talk about the beauty of life and how, of all times on earth, now is the best tim…

The people of Latin America 'are the most ignorant, the most bigoted, the most superstitious of all the Roman Catholics in Christendom.' Any attempt to promote democratic governments in Latin America would be 'as absurd as similar plans would be to establish democracies among the birds, beast, and fishes.' - President John Adams ... Miguel Ramirez …

Zach Large is the drummer of Youth League. We talk about the Barbie movie and feminism, the experience of living in the South, our experience and views on cops, and the difficulty and magic of playing music. Support the Show.

David Lee worked with the NYC Department of Health during the 2020 pandemic. He talks about his pandemic experience in informatics, the morality of the individual when it comes to career path, whether there is a right or wrong, Maslow's Hierarchy, and if society as a whole is getting smarter over time. Support the Show.…

Mike Pollard is currently traveling throughout Latin America while working remotely. We talk about his experiences throughout Mexico, Colombia, Peru, Chile, and Argentina. He speaks about language, culture, challenges, appreciation and his experience with hallucinogenic mushrooms in central Mexico. Support the Show.…

Ashia Neal is the mother of two boys living in Charlotte, NC. We chat about the challenges of parenthood, the world of alcohol and drugs, human interactions, fried chicken and pizza, and what its like living in the south where racism is more prevalent. Support the Show.By Pablo

Ali Halle is a digital nomad who spent two months in Mexico City. She talks about what she experienced in Mexico City and why Philadelphia is her second favorite city ever. She also talks about her hiking experiences and her quest to conquer certain fears. Support the Show.

Mexico is the largest consumer of Coca-Cola in the world and its addiction to sugar is disturbing and painful. Support the Show.

Kieran Ridge has been to all 50 US states, with his favorite being Alaska. He talks to me about his travels and how kickball has played a role in his life, especially during covid. Support the Show.

Drew Stiling is currently living in Orlando, FL but talks about his time living in Mexico City for two months, including the economic disparity and racism he witnessed. We also discuss his time at a rehab center in Tucson, AZ and the importance of relationships and communication when fending off addiction and/or depression. Support the Show.…

Benjamin Holmes is a man of faith and a certified Life & Career Coach. We talk about the system that society abides by today, the financial struggles of humans, and what leads minorities to be worse off financially and educationally as a whole. We also discuss the American education system, the power of the human mind, and the power energy/faith ca…

Jimmy Zhang moved to NYC and quit his job. He talks about his road to self fulfillment, the challenges of mental health, and the world of perspective, gratitude, and privilege. Support the Show.

Jess Kaller lives in New York City and has dedicated years to the Museum of Reclaimed Urban Space (MoRUS). We talk about her work at MoRUS and the uniqueness of New York City when compared to the rest of the United States of America. Support the Show.

Re-Releasing The Apple Bet Episode: Do not try this at home. Support the Show.By Pablo

Suki talks to me about the freedom of choosing your own name, the importance of 2 way communication between humans, and sticking to your word. All while I try to convince her to buy more comfortable shoes. Support the Show.By Pablo

Tara Nolan just completed the 2021 NYC Marathon. She hosts her own podcast, ABC Adopted Babies from China, covering the life and experience of adopted babies from China. She talks to me about her own experience of being adopted at 4 years old as well as her Marathon experience and the post-marathon blues that can occur. Support the Show.…

Seagh Mulligan is a professional tattoo artist living in New York City and has over 300 hours of tattoos on himself, from his head to his toes. We discuss his profession, the stigmas of tattoos, and the complexities and joys of life on earth. Support the Show.

Reynaldo Alvarez is from Manhattan and talks to me about the physical and mental challenges of archery. Rey also talsk about the benefits of having an active and fulfilling lifestyle. Support the Show.

Sean Whittaker is from Jamaica living in Durham, North Carolina. He gives his views and perspective of NYC after visiting it for the first time in his life. Support the Show.

Tim Lee was born in South Korea but left at a very early age. He has never called S. Korea home yet when he turned 18, he had no choice but to go serve in the military as all South Korean citizens must do. Tim talks about his journey and his views of this seemingly outdated Korean public policy. Support the Show.…

Zach Large is the drummer of Youth League. We take Marko Shots to celebrate life and then he explains to me why it can take up to a year for an album to be released after recording. Support the Show.

Jesse Jay Colon is a comedian born and raised in Brooklyn. We talk about the work it takes to be a comedian in NYC, the effects of legalized marijuana, and how NYC is constantly changing. Support the Show.

John Leavengood is a published entomologist in the state of Florida. He talks about his journey of becoming an entomologist, the difficulty and technicality of his profession, as well as his take on the possible use of insects in warfare. Support the Show.

South Carolina has added the firing squad as a way to kill people on death row. Not sure if that is a good or bad thing. Support the Show.By Pablo

In 2017, Kristen Ivory lost her brother Beckett to sarcoma. Working with the Sarcoma Foundation of America, she is now raising awareness of the deadly disease and assisting in raising money for cancer research. She shares hers, and Beckett's story. Support the Show.By Pablo

Philip Howard explains to me why a Pathologist is often called a Doctor's Doctor. He also talks about bloodletting, controversy over convalescent plasma, and the importance of dialogue in today's world. Support the Show.By Pablo

Sheena Garcia is a Filipino-Canadian in a Biophysics Oncology PHD program in NYC. She discusses the current rise in anti Asian hate crime, why people should not be so hesitant to trust the science, and the importance of getting a COVID-19 vaccine. Support the Show.

Pfizer, Moderna, and J&J vaccines are finding their way into arms. Registered Nurse Robert Osborne explains some of the differences between the vaccines while updating how his hospital is dealing with the pandemic one year later. Support the Show.By Pablo

Annika de Jong moved to NYC from the Netherlands to do medical research. We discuss her observations of how American culture and society differ from the Dutch. Support the Show.By Pablo

Robert Pito Sanchez spent 15 years in prison, yet never committed a crime. He then spent what little savings he had to beat kidney disease and cancer. He shares his story and his viewpoints on how and why this happens in America. Support the Show.

Sean Whittaker and Ben Williams trade stonks and owe me money. GME, PLTR, BB, NOK, AMC ... to the mooooooooon. This is the story of two retail traders who are surviving the stock market despite the odds. Support the Show.

Paulina Quesada quit her job and traveled southeast Asia for 3 months in a spiritual and life altering trip. She talks about the power of meditation, mental health, happiness, and life in Guatemala. Support the Show.By Pablo

Attorney James Ng returns to talk about the Trump Impeachment trial, his personal verdict, and the role social media played in the insurrection. Support the Show.By Pablo

Ben Travers has a music studio and has toured with bands around the country and internationally as a sound engineer. He talks about his experiences on the road, how COVID has affected the music industry, his life, and American society in general. Support the Show.By Pablo

Rich Show is a Horticulturists who explains to me why the Black Locust tree is the most patriotic tree in America, as well as the impact of humans on nature. He explains his views on the Corona Virus pandemic and how the country is handling freedom of speech in the social media era. Support the Show.…

Emily Osborne is a professional rock climber (kinda) who calls Antigua, Guatemala home. She has recently escaped the pandemic in Guatemala and is residing in Charleston, SC. Support the Show.By Pablo

Anita Shivraj gave up her NYC corporate job to move to Madrid and become a teacher. She talks about her challenges in a foreign country as well as a fool proof way to spice up your mac and cheese. Support the Show.

Iraq Veteran David Hershberger talks about his experience in the Army and his views of where the country is as a whole today. Support the Show.

Caleb talks about the double standard displayed at Capitol Hill on January 6th 2021 and the differences between BLM vs Trumpers. We also discuss the hypocrisy found in the media and politics, plus how America moves forward. Support the Show.

Josh Thomas is the owner of Willard Designs in Philadelphia where he makes custom home furniture, kitchen accessories, and woodwork. Josh is also a construction worker and an avid supporter of worker unions. He talks about his strong following on TikTok (@joshblake_79) and the powers of social media. Support the Show.…

100mg of THC in one sitting might be overkill. Support the Show.By Pablo

Kieran Ridge is a New York City piano composer, data analyst, and kickball phenom. He is currently working on his 10th original piece and talks about how he has handled the COVID-19 pandemic. Including visiting 14 states and giving up alcohol for 4 straight months. Support the Show.By Pablo

David Fernandez is an artist studying at Eastern Carolina University. He talks about his experience of being an "older" student and the realizations of what it means to be alive and happy. We also discuss life events millennials have witnessed and what is to come, including aliens. Support the Show.By Pablo

Stella Estrella is a writer, artist, and world traveler from NYC. She has several life goals including telling her Father's story of being wrongfully imprisoned and helping lower income individuals find ways to travel the world. She is also on the Associate Board at NYC SALT, a nonprofit organization helping the youth find their educational path th…

Carly Tyndall works in the restaurant industry in Raleigh, NC. We discuss responsibilities of white people within American society, as well as the effects COVID has had on her restaurant, her staff, and the additional measures taken to keep everyone safe during a pandemic. Support the Show.By Pablo

This Human is Oscar Prosperi. He is a proud Venezuelan living in Lucena, Spain where he teaches English to students around the world. He has lived in the USA, Venezuela, and Chile. He discusses socialism as well as the unfortunate events taking place in Venezuela today. Support the Show.By Pablo

This Human is Drew Stiling. He shares his experience of living in Mexico for 2 years, being raised in the suburbs of Chicago, and explores the environmental differences of those raised middle class vs lower income. Support the Show.By Pablo